February 2010
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Free Bus Trip to the Casinos of
Winnipeg |
Join us for a fun day at the Casinos. Tuesday, February
9th, 2010 depart Steinbach at 8:30 a.m. returning
approximately 7:15 p.m. Must be 18 years of age or
older. Prizes and cash for everyone. Bingo on the bus.
Call Marilyn at 326-4939 to reserve your seat on the
bus. Bus fills quickly, seats reserved on a first come,
first served basis.
Contact: Marilyn
Phone: 204-326-4939
Email:
Marilynstbh@gmail.com
Location: Winnipeg
February 9: Depart Steinbach 8:30am,
return 7:15pm |
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Safeway Championship |
From February 10-14, 2010, Steinbach will play host for
the second time to the Safeway Provincial Men's Curling
Championship. 32 of the province’s top curling teams
will take to the ice at the T.G. Smith Centre, and will
battle it out to determine who will represent Manitoba
at the Canadian Brier. If you are interested in being
part of this incredible event, you can call the
Committee’s Volunteer Chair, Peter Dick at 326-6524 or
Wayne Pauls at 377-4990.
Location: T.G. Smith Centre, Steinbach
February 10-14: (Live
Results and Coverage) |
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Be Your Own Therapist! An
Introduction to CBT |
Minding Our Health" Series - Come and learn about
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), an established
treatment approach that can be as or more effective than
medication in dealing with depression, anxiety, anger,
stress, and more. Special guest psychologist. For more
information or to RSVP your attendance prior to the
session (space is limited!), please call 346-7034.
Phone: 204-346-7034
Location: Bethesda Place in the Great
Room - 399 Hospital St., Steinbach
February 10: 7pm–8:30pm (view
poster) |
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Fundraising Pancake Breakfast |
The Steinbach Legion and Steinbach Lion's Club will
co-host a Pancake Breakfast during the Safeway
Championship Curling event. Stop by the Legion Hall
between 7:30 - 10:30 am on Thursday and Friday for
scrambled eggs, ham, pancakes, coffee and juice. All you
can eat...only $6.00 per person. Everyone is welcome!
Contact: Ernie
Phone: 204-326-5335
Location: Steinbach Legion Hall
February 11-12: 7:30am-10:30am |
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SCHS Presents the Musical "HMS
Pinafore" |
You are invited to join us for the popular musical "HMS
Pinafore" being held in the SCHS Chapel February 11 -
14. There will be three evening performances with a
Sunday Matinee. Tickets are only $10.00. Tickets are
available from the school office starting January 11. (view
poster)
Contact: Sharon
Phone: 204-326-3537
Email:
schs@schs.ca
Location: SCHS Chapel, Steinbach
February 11-14: 7:30pm nightly, with a
Sunday Matinee at 3pm |
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Festival of Friends |
Celebrate Winter with a whole lot of fun! Everyone is
welcome. Full event schedule available
here.
Location: St. Malo Provincial Park
February 12-14 |
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8th Annual Winter Carnival |
On Saturday, February 13th, the City will be hosting its
8th Annual Winter Carnival. The event will take place at
Steinbach's A.D. Penner Park from 10am to 3pm. Bundle up
and bring your family and friends for a fantastic day of
skating, snowshoeing, snowboarding, and horse-drawn
sleigh rides (12-2pm)! Food vendors will also be onsite.
The Winter Carnival is put on by the City of Steinbach
for both Steinbach and residents of the surrounding
area.
Location: A.D. Penner Park, Steinbach
February 13: 10am-3pm (view
poster) |
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Valentine's Dinner & Dance |
In support of the Steinbach Humane Society. Tickets $30,
available at Pet Valu. See
poster for more details.
Phone: 204-434-6158
Location: Steinbach Royal Canadian
Legion, 294 Lumber Avenue
February 13: 6pm |
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Movie Matinee on Big Screen |
Movie matinee at Steinbach 55 Plus. The movie will be
shown on big screen. Popcorn will be served. Movie is
Ugly Dachshund. Tickets available at the center $2
member $3 non member.
Contact: Maggie Cowell
Phone: 204-320-4600
Email:
ssinc@mts.net
Location: Steinbach 55 Plus 10 Chrysler
Gate, Steinbach
February 16: 2pm |
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A Crude Awakening |
The film "A Crude Awakening" -- a documentary regarding
the dangers of the world's addiction to fossil fuels --
will be shown, and followed with a discussion about the
issues it raises and how they effect our lives.
Admission is FREE and is encouraged for everyone,
donations will be gratefully accepted to offset the cost
of the event. This night is sponsored by the South
Eastman Transition Initiative, a group dedicated to
integrating sustainability into our current lifestyle.
Contact: Eric Rempel
Phone: 204-326-9621
Email:
eric@southeasttransition.com
Location: Steinbach 55+ Centre,
fireside room
February 16: 7pm-9pm |
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Faith Portraits Book Launch |
Please join us for the release of Faith Portraits 1 by
Gail Tiessen and Elfrieda Lepp-Kaethler. Featured
Speaker Julie Bell will offer a critique/review of the
manual followed by a response from the authors. MC'd by
Don Russell and Bruce Peters. Tiessen was awarded the
Governor General's Award for her work in the area of
TESOL and has developed extensive materials that
contributing to and supporting the field. Lepp-Kaethler
has been published in the field of English Language
Curriculum numerous times. Providence maintains a strong
reputation for preparing non-native English speakers for
academic study.
Contact: Steven Sukkau
Phone: 204-433-7488
Email:
stevensukkau@hotmail.com
Location: Providence College and
Seminary's Reimer Student Life Centre
February 19: 3pm |
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Legion Cribbage |
Everyone is welcome to attend and there will be snack
and night lunch as well as prizes for high and low
scores.
Phone: 204-326-5335
Location: Steinbach Legion Hall
February 19: 7pm registration, 7:30pm
cards dealt |
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Film night at Mennonite Heritage
Village |
Premiere showing of "Pioneers of the Chaco - Canadian
Mennonites Looking for Freedom in Paraguay" produced by
Dr. Otto Klassen. The documentary film tells the story
of the Mennonites in Canada, in 1921, who sought refuge
from the rest of the world and made their their way to
an unfamiliar, untamed land. Sustained by their faith in
God, these people overcame huge difficulties as they
forged a path into the Paraguayan wilderness. Homemade
pies and coffee will be served. Admission is by
donation.
Contact: Evelyn Friesen
Phone: 204-326-9661
Email:
evfries@mts.net
Location: Mennonite Heritage Village,
Steinbach
February 23: 7pm |
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Immigrant & Newcomer Employment
Fair |
This is an opportunity for you to job search, network,
interview employers and hear from a business panel what
employers expect of employees. Come and meet employers
that are hiring now. Remember to bring your resume and
dress for success!
Contact: Marina Klassen
Phone: 204-326-5159
Email:
marina@eastmanimmigrantservices.com
Location: Steinbach 55+
February 24: 6:30pm-9pm (view
poster) |
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"Eat Well, Age Well" |
"Minding Our Health" Series - Learn about the effect of
food choice on aging and how healthy eating can help you
age successfully. Special guest dietician. For
more information or to RSVP your attendance prior to the
session (space is limited!), please call 346-7034.
Phone: 204-346-7034
Location: North Board Room - 365 Reimer
Ave., Steinbach
February 24: 7pm–8:30pm (view
poster) |
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Sandilands Ski Day |
All skiers are welcome! Enjoy the beautiful trails in
the Sandilands Provincial Forest and get acquainted with
fellow skiers. For more info, visit
sandilands.ca. To sign up:
Contact: Geralyn
Phone: 204-326-1431
Location: Sandilands Provincial Forest,
Marchand, MB - Meet at the Wayside Park Picnic Shelter
February 28: 1:30pm - Meet and ski with
a group | 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Roast wieners and visit with
fellow skiers |
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City of Steinbach 2010 Winter /
Spring Rec Guide |
The City of Steinbach Recreation Guide includes
descriptions of various sports and artistic activities
and organizations, as well as registration dates and
other important information.
Location: Throughout Steinbach (download
guide) |
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Computer Training |
The Jake Epp Library is offering one-on-one training for
community members who would like to improve their basic
computer skills. Internet navigation, e-mail, research,
advertisement postings, as well as instruction on
Microsoft Office programs are available. Call to
schedule a time. $1 per hour, please bring a photo ID.
Monday to Friday; 5pm-9pm. First Saturday of every
month; 1pm-5pm.
Contact: Erin Gerbrandt
Email:
jakeepplibrary@yahoo.com
Phone: 204-326-6841
Location: Jake Epp Library, Steinbach
Thru February 12 |
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Steinbach Girls Softball Winter
Camps |
Steinbach Girls Softball Association is offering a
Softball Skills camp and Pitching Camp for girls in
grades 3 to grade 10. Skills Camp (10 wks) will be led
by Bob Turner on Tuesday evenings at Elmdale School
starting January 5th. Pitching camp (10 wks) will be led
by Ruth Hiebert on Monday evenings at Southwood School
starting February 1st.
Contact: Rita Winter
Phone: 204-326-2674
Email:
winterjr@mts.net
Location: Steinbach |
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SAC - Free Classes - Just for
Seniors |
SAC - Free Classes - Just for Seniors Creative
Contributing Seniors Programs. Free Classes - Just for
Seniors Register Now! Starting in January 2010, join our
series of free programs - exclusive for seniors only.
Registration starts January 4th only – limited numbers
accepted at Steinbach Cultural Arts Centre – 304 Second
Street. 10 Mondays, Jan 25 – Mar 29 - PAINTING
PLEASURES: It’s never too late to learn how to
paint….perfect for beginners, and those who have dabbled
with paints…. this program would introduce seniors to
basic skills in various medium such as watercolour,
acrylic, pen and ink, charcoal and the like. The
objective would be to enrich the lives of seniors by
involving them in creative activities in the visual
arts.
Contact: Rosalita Gallego
Phone: 204-346-1077
Email:
marketing.sacarts@mts.net
Location: Steinbach Cultural Arts
Centre
Thru March 29: 10am |
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SAC Free Classes - Just for
Seniors |
Creative Contributing Seniors Programs. Free Classes -
Just for Seniors Register Now! Starting in January 2010,
join our series of free programs - exclusive for seniors
only. Registration starts January 4th only – limited
numbers accepted at Steinbach Cultural Arts Centre – 304
Second Street. 12 Mondays: Jan 11 – Apr 12. SENIORS IN
MOTION: CREATIVE WAY of WELLNESS and DANCE! A customized
program created by Kari Martens, which incorporates
dance, mobility, flexibility and more for Seniors. She
will guide each participant through a series of gentle,
low impact movements that can increase mobility and
improve strength, stamina, posture and co-ordination –
and at the same time incorporate dance steps. As SAC
project is to offer creative programs to promote older
health and well -being. And also enjoy some social time
following each class.
Contact: Rosalita Gallego
Phone: 204-346-1077
Email:
marketing.sacarts@mts.net
Location: Steinbach Cultural Arts
Centre
Thru April 12: 6:30pm |
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SAC - Yoga Classes |
CALLING ALL EXPECTANT MOMS and NEW MOMS in 2010... It’s
time for Yoga! New Year Special! 65% off! Pre-Natal
Yoga& Baby & Me Yoga. Only $49 for 15 classes (reg
$110). Register by Jan 11th – limited numbers accepted.
We believe that healthy and fit pregnant women and new
mothers = healthy and happy babies and families. Baby &
Me Yoga: Wednesdays– starts Jan 13th, 3-4 pm. Pre-Natal
Yoga: Wednesdays – starts Jan 13th, 4-5 pm.
Contact: Rosalita Gallego
Phone: 204-346-1077
Email:
marketing.sacarts@mts.net
Location: Steinbach Cultural Arts
Centre
Thru April 28: 3pm-5pm |
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Kleefeld Community Playgroup |
Playgroup for parent/caregivers & children ages 0-5. A
relaxed time of playing, stories, songs and snacks.
Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month.
Contact: Irene Ascough
Phone: 204-377-5013
Email:
piascough@yahoo.ca
Location: Kleefeld Rec Centre |
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MS Self-Help Group Meeting |
Steinbach: Are you living with multiple sclerosis? If
you would like to meet other people with MS and share
common concerns and experiences in a confidential
environment, then come out to the monthly self-help
group meeting. This group meets the second Tuesday of
each month from 6pm to 7pm in the meeting room at the
Steinbach 55 Plus Centre.
Contact: Nadine Konyk, Rural Client Services Coordinator
Phone: 204-326-1434
Email: nadine.konyk@mssociety.ca
Location: Steinbach 55 Plus Centre |
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MS Lunch Group |
Steinbach: Do you enjoy great food and great people?
Come and join the monthly MS lunch group which meets
over the noon hour on the fourth Thursday of each month
at the Village Green Restaurant.
Contact: Nadine Konyk, Rural Client Services Coordinator
Phone: 204-326-1434
Email: nadine.konyk@mssociety.ca
Location: Village Green Restaurant, Steinbach |
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Weekly Events
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Orientation |
New to Canada or to this area? You are invited to join
us for Newcomer Orientation to learn about laws,
healthcare, bylaws, schooling etc. Every Wednesday at
2pm at Eastman Immigrant Services.
Contact: Zoe Clark
Phone: 204-371-1509
Email:
sispic@mts.net
Location: Eastman Immigrant Services,
Chrysler Gate (next to 55 plus building) |
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SPMF Tuesday Night Bingo (MGCC
License # BI/BO 4164) |
This is a weekly event to raise funds for Stacey Pchajek
Memorial Foundation Inc. The foundation provides
scholarships, bursaries & prizes to students graduating
grades 8 & 12. For further info about the foundation
please see
www.spmf.ca. Children Under 14 must be accompanied
by an adult to be on premises & must play bingo. Doors
Open at 5:30pm, Early Birds at 7pm.
Contact: Doreen Pchajek
Phone: 204-422-5243
Email:
doreen@spmf.ca
Location: 1298 Dawson Rd Centre
Jubinville Lorette, MB |
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Coffee Klatch |
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For never-marrieds, 30 to 60, w/o kids. Each
Thursday at 7:30 in Steinbach. For info, call 326-6773 |
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