Happy August Long Weekend!
Although some people like to use the long weekend for much needed rest and relaxation, many of us like to use the long weekend to organize our calendars or homes. We thought we would help you add some dates into that calendar, which includes many local events in Winnipeg that are in celebration of women.
So, whether you are lake bound or at home for the long weekend, go grab your pen and paper!
August
Now-Ongoing: One Women’s Resistance, the history of Viola Desmond, on now at the CMHR. Click here to find out more information.
Wednesday, August 8+29, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m – Metis Beading Workshop at CMHR. Learn how to make a beaded floral design + get a tour. Click here for more information.
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 from 7pm-9pm – Femtorship: Equality through Empowerment at Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc. The event encourages women to support other women, in the goal of achieving gendering equality. Also, in response to the mobilization of Women Deliver 2019, Senator Marilou McPhedran is pleased to present this event. Click here for more information.
Thursday, August 23, 2018 7:00 pm – An evening with author Miriam Toews, at McNally Grant Park in the Atrium, Winnipeg. Launch of Toews’ new novel Women Talking. Click here for more information.
September
Various Dates: September 15-22, 2018- FemFest- A national festival which celebrates women theatre artists. The festival features talented artists, such as the two-time Governor General’s Award Nominee Donna-Michelle St.Bernard, who will be performing “The Sound of the Beast”. Click here for more information.
Saturday September 15, 2018, 10am-12pm. -Babes Who Brunch at Smith Restaurant. The event is led by female keynote speaker, Heather Boersma, and will encourage women to connect with each other. Click here for more information.
September 21-29, 2018- Thin Air: Winnipeg International Writer’s Festival: Dates and events are TBD.
October
Friday October 5 and Friday October 12, 10am-noon – Equality NOW, featuring speaker Dr. Romona Goomansingh at McNally Robinson. This event explores female empowerment, gender equality, and the advancement of women. Click here to find out more + search for the class.
Do you have a lead on an amazing upcoming event which would be of interest to women? Let us know! Social@ournellie.com