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The Common Winter Beer + Wine Lists (because it's still winter)
You may have already sipped several selections from The Common's Winter beer and wine lists, which dropped back in January. If not, now's your chance! They're on tap for a few more weeks, until the spring list debuts in late April.
It's time to spring (break) into action!
It may be hard to believe given the current deep freeze and endless blowing snow, but spring break is, indeed, on the horizon! If you’re worried about how to keep your kiddies entertained for a what can feel like an eternity away from school, or you'd just like to get them out of...
Your #RRMTrail Skating Soundtrack
Skating along the Red River Mutual Trail? Great. Skating along the Red River Mutual Trail while listening to a playlist of all-local artists? Awesome. Our friends at Manitoba Music have made a new Spotify playlist featuring over two hours of tunes from 40 local artists. The playlist...
Spread the love: Valentine's Day The Forks
Valentine’s Day is upon us once again, and before you roll your eyes, hear us out! Whether you’re in full honeymoon mode, not interested in celebrating at all, or somewhere in between, we’ve got...
Winter Cycling: it's not that extreme
I know who you are. You love summer biking. The windchill-less wind in your hair, the sunshine on your face and the carefree cruising. I’m with you. I love riding my summer bike so much. It’s always my favourite way to get around town.
Fresh air, frosty faces, winter fun at The Forks
Winnipeg hits its stride this time of year. Frosty faces and rosy cheeks are what we’re made of! We celebrate our ice and snow by getting out and playing in it! On any given day at The Forks people are fat biking, skating, tobagganing, running or even playing a round of Crokicurl, even...
Freezing temps = winter creativity at The Forks
The arts and culture scene in Winnipeg is an integral part of our city’s identity, and we are so lucky to have world-class musicians, fine artists, chefs and other creators, both local and international, who like to spend time at The Forks, sharing their talents with...
Winter Warm-up: It's time to Crokicurl!
The moment that many of you have been waiting for is finally here - Crokicurl season! Crokicurl, as you may already know, combines two iconic Canadian pastimes: crokinole and