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As Blueberry Jam approaches, tentative event schedules released

As Blueberry Jam approaches, tentative event schedules released

Time is ticking down to this year’s Blueberry Jam Music Gathering, which kicks off August 11.
Witness Blanket exhibit ends with prayers, closing ceremony

Witness Blanket exhibit ends with prayers, closing ceremony

After six weeks on public display at Flin Flon City Hall, the Witness Blanket replica exhibit has been taken down. A closing ceremony was held to pay tribute to the exhibit and the lessons it teaches, paying tribute to culture and tradition that survived past - and in spite of - residential schools.
New Arts Council cultural coordinator set to learn from past

New Arts Council cultural coordinator set to learn from past

Alla Bondareva has her hands full. The newest cultural coordinator for the Flin Flon Arts Council wants to both honour those who came before her while adding new ideas to boost Flin Flon culture.
Flight deal, jam sales part of fast-approaching Blueberry Jam

Flight deal, jam sales part of fast-approaching Blueberry Jam

With less than a month to go until the 2023 edition of the Blueberry Jam Music Gathering, organizers are still finding new things to add on to the festival or new ways to find performers.
Chainsaw carver Deans teaches peace, finds inspiration in the trees

Chainsaw carver Deans teaches peace, finds inspiration in the trees

Some artists work with paint. Others work with pencils or pastels. When Beaner Deans wants to express himself, he looks for something with more horsepower.
Area artists’ pieces place in northern show, will be exhibited in Winnipeg

Area artists’ pieces place in northern show, will be exhibited in Winnipeg

Four local artists earned top spot in their categories at the recent Northern Juried Art Show.
Elly on the Arts: Moving into main events for the Trout Festival

Elly on the Arts: Moving into main events for the Trout Festival

"We were so excited by all of the arts and entertainment possibilities being offered by the Trout Festival that we just have to write more this week."
Denare Beach art exhibit aims to bring Elders' knowledge to fore

Denare Beach art exhibit aims to bring Elders' knowledge to fore

Denare Beach will play host to an art exhibit next weekend, aiming to teach youth and share Indigenous knowledge.
Witness Blanket exhibit opening shows past pain, future hope

Witness Blanket exhibit opening shows past pain, future hope

Flin Flon’s exhibition of a replica of the famed Witness Blanket is underway. The piece is now open for the public to see at City Hall until late next month.
Kolt begins new post as City director for culture, community initiatives

Kolt begins new post as City director for culture, community initiatives

Crystal Kolt, now formerly the cultural coordinator for the Flin Flon Arts Council, has officially started her new job. Kolt is now the City of Flin Flon’s director of culture and community initiatives.
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