COMING UP
A Quaker church service is big on contemplation, small on sermonizing. But that doesn’t mean Winnipeg’s small Quaker community shies away from speaking out. Advocating for justice reform and addressing societal injustices are core tenets.
Faith writer Josiah Neufeld takes a look at the Quaker movement in Manitoba.
In Friday’s arts and life section, find Alison Gilmor’s review of Rose of Nevada, a film about the mysterious reappearance of a long-lost fishing vessel; the film opens at Dave Barber Cinematheque this weekend.
On Saturday, AV Kitching looks at the health and economic benefits of buying local produce — a timely discussion amid the growing cyclosporiasis outbreak in the United States tied to mass-produced shredded lettuce.
Whatever Winnipeg Blue Bombers defensive end Willie Jefferson does on game days, it’s clearly working. The 35-year-old is aging like a fine wine and is currently tied for the CFL lead in sacks.
But what do the hours leading up to kickoff look like for the Texan? And what does his night look like once home games conclude?
Gridiron reporter Taylor Allen had a lengthy chat with Jefferson to find out. Look for his feature in Saturday’s sports section.
On the court, the Winnipeg Sea Bears host the Western Conference semifinal at Canada Life Centre on Thursday night against the Saskatoon Mamba.
Hoops reporter Joshua Frey-Sam will be in the press box to cover all the game action as the club plays for a chance at the Western Conference final on Saturday. Be sure to look for some bonus coverage as the CEBL playoffs tip-off.
IN PICTURES
The 55th Folklorama Festival kicked off Sunday afternoon, bringing together 45 different pavilions across Winnipeg in a diverse cultural display of food, dancing and tradition. The festival runs until Aug. 15. See more photos from Week 1 pavilions in our gallery. (Photos for the Free Press by John Woods and Robert Lee)
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