As the largest rural film festival in Canada, the Gimli International Film Festival (GIFF) is definitely worth a look. Initially known as the Gimli Film Fest, the event celebrates its 23rd year in 2023...
This blog often takes us to exotic locales in search of chocolate and other delectables. But in this post, I’d like to salute my own home turf in honour of Manitoba Day. I was...
I have a glow of gratitude in my heart. Keeping the gratitude front and centre, in this week’s post, I express gratitude for the wonderful place that I live and the creative, kind, and...
Nuit Blanche Gimli I had the pleasure of being the culture guide on September 27, 2014 in Gimli, Manitoba, for the town’s inaugural participation in Nuit Blanche, the annual night-time culture tour that is free...
I make it a habit on this blog to devote at least one post per year to my own backyard — Manitoba’s Interlake region. And there is no better time to salute the Interlake...
I’ve been going to Gimli, Manitoba ever since I was a small child, as my father’s only sister lived there with her family. Until I was an adult, this small lakeside community of nearly 6,000...
I know. I was supposed to be heading to Montreal for the next post. But it’s just so darned beautiful right now in Manitoba, and there are so many amazing things going on that...
You know that saying about how grass is always greener on the other side? Well it resonates with me this week because I have been enjoying a summer of discovery here in Manitoba’s Interlake...
We’re continuing our quest to take in as many Interlake events this season as possible. The Bucket List of things to do in Manitoba’s Interlake Region is slowly shrinking! The Viking Re-enactment at the...
Wow! What a week it’s been! I hope you’re enjoying as much time away from the daily grind as I am. Our weather has been pretty darn good and I’ve taken every opportunity to...
