The annual summer pool party was a success under the hot July sun. We also welcomed our newest members, Emmanuel and Christine Goffi. Lots of good tucker, and a chance to cool off in the pool. What more could you ask for? Continue reading
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Folk Festival features Kiwi, Aussie talent
The 2015 Winnipeg Folk Festival presented a surprising number of Australian and New Zealand musical acts at workshops and stages throughout the weekend. One stage collected all but two of them to a single dedicated audience.
- A huge turnout, as usual
- Main stage
- Aussie blues performer Ash Grunwald
- Aussie guitar showman Daniel Champagne
- Main stage at night
- Aussie quirky quintet, Perch Creek.
- Daniel Champagne.
- Solo Kiwi performer Marlon Williams.
- A whole stage was dedicated to these performers from Australia and New Zealand, including stage hosts Luluc and their gentle stylings.
- Aussie-Greek duo Xylouris White
- Aussie-Greek duo Xylouris White
All photos by Brian Hydesmith
Yarn June 2015
The June 2015 issue of The Southern Yarn is available for download now!
Note: the upcoming pool party is on Sunday, not Saturday. The earlier version of the Yarn had the wrong day listed. The issue on the site is now correct.
Inside you’ll find details in upcoming events, an interesting DUCW member’s connection to the infamous Ned Kelly, and a cover story about next month’s Aussie contributions to the lineup at the Winnipeg Folk Festival.
Download it at our Yarn page, or click on the image on the right, or use the link below:
FIFA soccer: see Canada and New Zealand play!
Soccer fans are invited to celebrate the kick-off to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015™ at Winnipeg Stadium’s FREE “Fan Zone” on Saturday, June 6.
The festivities begin at 15:00 and feature a live broadcast of both matches including the opening match featuring Canada v. China PR followed by New Zealand vs Netherlands. The Fan Zone will also feature a DJ, mini soccer pitch, face painters, photo booth and a special appearance by the tournament’s Official Mascot Shuéme. Food and drink will be available for purchase on site and free parking will be available in U Lot.
Read all the details here: http://winnipeg.fwwc2015.ca/event/winnipeg-fan-zone/
Commonwealth conference
Winnipeg is hosting a conference of the Royal Commonwealth Society this weekend. The events kicked off last night (Thursday, May 28, 2015) with a reception at Manitoba’s Government House, hosted by the Lt. Governor. Here are some photos from the event last night.
- Government House – the residence of the Lt. Gov.
- Members and guests of the Royal Commonwealth Society were in attendance, including members of the DUCW.
- His Honour Philip S. Lee, Lt. Gov. of Manitoba.
- Murray Burt, President of the Manitoba Branch of the Commonwealth Society, and active member of the DUCW .
- The buffet dinner was enjoyed by all.
- DUCW members Jenny Gates, Gordon Keatch and Liz Hydesmith congratulate His Honour Philip S. Lee at one of his final formal functions at Government House.
(photos by Brian Hydesmith)