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Free Press virtual movie night

When: Dec. 20, 7 p.m.
Tickets are free, registration is required

The holiday edition of the popular WFP Movie Night is fast becoming an annual tradition in its own right, and, in keeping with tradition, we’re once again hosting a virtual screening of a locally shot Hallmark movie.

Hanukkah on Rye stars Jeremy Jordan as Jacob and Yael Groblas as Molly, who have been set up by matchmaker — only to discover that they are competing deli owners (because of course they are!). Singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb and her iconic eyewear also star.

The magic of the WFP Movie Night is that it’s a viewing party, meaning everyone watches together at the same time. You can join the live chat and shout out any Winnipeg locations you happen to recognize.

To access the virtual screening, you must register for a free ticket via Eventbrite. Ticket registration will remain open until 4 p.m. on Dec. 20, or until all available tickets have been claimed. Only one ticket per household is required. You will receive an email two hours prior to the start time of the screening that will include a password and directions to access the film at 7 p.m. CT. For more information, visit the WFP website.

— Jen Zoratti

 

Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra — The Grinch Who Stole Christmas

Thursday, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. and online through to Dec. 19
West End Cultural Centre, 586 Ellice Ave.
Tickets from $20

He’s as cuddly as a cactus and as charming as an eel, and tonight the Grinch will drop by the West End Cultural Centre to do his best to ruin Christmas for everyone.

The Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra’s final staging of The Grinch Who Stole Christmas takes place tonight at 7:30 p.m, with that infamous gift-stealer jiving and rocking to all manner of songs that bring the tender sweetness of a seasick crocodile. Winnipeg comedian and actor Quinn Greene will live up to his surname as he embodies the Grinch, joined by vocalist Helen White and with tunes from the original soundtrack doled out by Richard Gillis and the WJO.

In addition to all the classics from the soundtrack, citizens of Whoville — er, that is, Winnipeg — will enjoy a jazzy version of the poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, among other festive treats. Costumes are encouraged — just be sure you leave room for your heart to grow three sizes.

Can’t make the show? The WJO is also offering a streaming ticket option that runs through to Dec. 19, so you can watch the Grinch and co. from the comfort of your own home.

Tickets start at $20 and are available here. Note: The West End Cultural Centre requires masks at all in-person performances.

— Ben Sigurdson

 

Winter in the Village

Dec. 16 to 18, various times
Osborne Street
Free admission

Indulge in some Christmas shopping with a side of festive cheer at the first-ever Winter in the Village event. For three days this weekend, the Osborne strip will be bustling with family friendly activities, live music and dance parties.

The Gas Station Arts Centre will become the “Holiday Hub,” with an outdoor patio full of fire pits, a tree lot, photo booth and beverages courtesy of The Beer Can. Inside, the theatre is hosting movie screenings, a Manitoba Harvest and winter clothing drive and a Seasonal Sing Song Spectacular hosted by Jonny Moonbeam on Saturday at 8 p.m. (tickets at Eventbrite).

Other musical activities include a Christmas Carol-a-oke party, a pop-up concert by Fiddlers on the Loose, sets by DJs Dad and Santa and a family dance party with Mama Cutsworth. Catch carollers wandering around the neighbourhood all weekend.

Pick up a Shop Local passport at any of the participating businesses in The Village and collect five stamps to receive a free drink voucher redeemable at several cafes, restaurants and bars in the area. Visitors can also vote on their favourite window displays to be entered into a draw to win a $50 gift card.

Visit the Osborne Village BIZ website for a full schedule of events.

— Eva Wasney

 

Grotoko, Housepanther, Nic Dyson, Carson Mauthe play the Handsome Daughter

Dec. 16, at 61 Sherbrook St.
Tickets $12.50 in advance, $15 at the door

Grotoko, a self-described art rock project from local artist Blue McLeod, is celebrating the release of its newest album, Periwinkle, on Friday night. It’s tough to pin down Grotoko’s genre, but that’s a good thing: previous releases like 2017’s We All Fall Down bounces between classical, indie and world; the track Playground is a great example. Housepanther is always a good bet for indie music towing the line of jaunty, guitar-driven pop and grungy rock; fans of the bands Yuck, Girlpool, and Courtney Barnett would enjoy. Nic Dyson will likely be playing songs off his excellent April release Reflections, an achingly beautiful EP that manages in 15 minutes to evoke more emotion than should be possible. Carson Mauthe (of the crunchy, punky band Perception Check) rounds out the lineup. $12.50, four local artists — seems like an unbelievable bargain.

— Ben Waldman

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