Break a World Record!
Dean Koshelanyk, president of Tyndall Park Community Centre is inviting Manitobans to don their skates and break the world record for the “longest human skating chain”. To set a record, skaters must hold hands in a chain and skate for a minimum of three minutes. The event is scheduled for 1:30 pm at The Forks. Registration is free.
For information e-mail Dean at: winnipegrecord@yahoo.com
Festival du Voyageur
- official Louis Riel Day ceremony at 11:30 a.m. at Voyageur Park
- workshops on sash weaving
- bison meat roast
- special snow sculpture in honour of Louis Riel Day, Legislative Building Grounds at 450 Broadway.
And more! For information, call: 204-237-7692 or visit: www.festivalvoyageur.mb.ca
Annual Preservation Awards will be celebrated from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Dominion Bank Building 678 Main Street (Main and Higgins). Admission is free and refreshments will be served. For information, call Heritage Winnipeg at: 204-942-2663
The Manitoba Historical Society will launch an online forum on history, renovation/restoration and resources. Visit: www.mhs.mb.ca.
Manitoba Metis Federation Celebrates Louis Riel Day
The Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) invites everyone to join them for a free celebration at the St. Boniface Museum. The festivity begins with an opening ceremony at 9:15 a.m., hosted by Ray St. Germain. Enjoy a traditional Metis lunch and entertainment. Entertainment throughout the day includes:
- The Guady Boys
- dancer Tony Lindo
- Winnipeg Metis Infinity Square Dancer and Half Pints
- Norman Fleury, who will tell legendary tales in the traditional Michif language
A special announcement and presentation regarding Louis Riel's life will also be made.
For more information, call: 204-586-8474 ext 217 or visit: www.mmf.mb.ca .
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The Ice Age Mammals exhibit, which recreates the exciting adventures of two palaeontologists as they search for ancient fossils.
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The Jaws and Teeth exhibit comparing the 'chompers' of sharks, dinosaurs and other fierce predators.
Walk in the Footsteps of Louis Riel! Take a guided 3-5 kilometre walking tour through historic St. Boniface, Louis Riel’s birthplace and also home to his final resting place. The tour includes a seven-minute Theatre in the Cemetery performance and a visit to the St. Boniface Museum. The walk is free, but registration is required. The tour begins at 10 a.m. at the Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain (Franco Manitoban Cultural Centre) at 340 Provencher Boulevard. To register, visit: www.prairiepathfinders.mb.ca/Pages/LouisRielFormPg.html
- free admission all day
- host of the Manitoba Metis Federation's Louis Riel Day Celebration (opening ceremony at 9:15 a.m.)
- will feature an all day showcase of nationally significant Riel artifacts collection
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‘Show and Tell’ of Riel items belonging to private collectors
