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Winnipeg Free Press
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Folklorama debuting two new pavilions this year
WINNIPEG One of the many elements of Winnipeg's annual Folklorama festival is that it keeps one on the past while keeping another on the future. This year's Folklorama, the 54th edition, will showcase two new pavilions — the Mabuhay Philippine pavilion will be held during the festival's first week (Aug. 3 to 9) at the Philippine Canadian Centre at 737 Keewatin St. and the Modern Chinese pavilion will be held during its second week (Aug. 10 to 16) at the University of Manitoba's University Centre, 210-224 — 66 Chancellors Cir. According to the Mabuhay Philippine pavilion 'will showcase traditional and contemporary folk dances and music depicting the artistry and cultural niche of Luzon, the largest of the three main islands of the Philippines.' Supplied photo Lin Chen and Kristian Sievers, pictured here, are among those set to perform at the new Modern Chinese pavilion during the second week of this year's Folklorama. While enjoying the show, organizers say, guests will able to enjoy dishes such as pansit, adobo, shish kebob, or sweet and sour fish fillet, while washing them down with San Miguel beer or tropical non-alcoholic beverages. Prakhar Jain, who is co-ordinating the Modern Chinese pavilion with James Page, said the new pavilion will give visitors the chance to experience not just the heritage of mainland China, but also nations closely connected to Chinese culture, such as Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and Taiwan. 'We're proud that this a new pavilion, and we want to highlight diversity, equity and inclusivity,' Jain said. 'We want to try and bring everyone together, and showcase everything under one roof.' Guests can expect to enjoy entertainment such as the traditional dragon and lion dances, and there will also be performances by Diva Xu, and Lin Chen and Kristian Sievers. Mondays A weekly look at news and events that matter in your communities. 'We hope it's a success, and we hope to build on it next year and continue to encourage diversity,' Jain said. 'We're very excited about it.' Jain added the University of Manitoba is a great location for the pavilion, as it's accessible and provides lots of parking. Simon FullerCommunity Journalist Simon Fuller is a reporter/photographer for the Free Press Community Review. Email him at or call him at 204-697-7111. Read full biography Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider becoming a subscriber. Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support.
Winnipeg Free Press
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Bowling the blue funk away
St. Vital Like a nicely bowled ball on a manicured green, B-Cubed keeps gaining momentum in just the right way. Now in third year, B-Cubed — which stands for bowls, beverages and barbecues — will be held at Norwood Lawn Bowling Club (1202 Dakota St.) on eight consecutive Wednesday evenings between June 11 and July 30. B-Cubed is described as a social activity that gives participants a chance to learn a new sport and meet new people, as well enjoy some potentially gorgeous summer evenings in Manitoba. Ideally, those taking part are new or barely experienced bowlers, as the idea is to have fun without being too focused on the final score. Supplied photo Paulette Abraham is a key organizer of B-Cubed — which stands for bowls, beverages and barbecues — which will be held at Norwood Lawn Bowling Club (1202 Dakota St.) on eight consecutive Wednesday evenings between June 11 and July 30. The event consists of two leagues, as there are two available greens for the duration. At press time, 23 teams of four had signed up. The capacity is 32 teams, said key event organizer and NLBC treasurer Paulette Abraham. Once the capacity is reached, there will still be the opportunity for folks to be called upon as spares to join any given team. 'Everybody seemed to be having a good time last year,' Abraham said, noting the event is tailor-made for family members, friends, neighbours, or co-workers to come together to form a team. Most participants aren't club members that might generally bowl at a higher level, she added. 'The B-Cubed rules are very relaxed, and we'll happily give instructions on how to roll a ball beforehand and give a few pointers,' Abraham said, noting organizers have been fortunate during the last two years that B-Cubed has not been rained out, but if there is precipitation on any given night, activities will be moved inside. Talking about the sport of lawn bowling, in general, Abraham said many curlers often make good bowlers, as there's a similar skill set involved. And for those that might have mobility issues and a bit of trouble bending down, a metal arm that clutches the ball and acts as a bowling aid will be available to prospective participants, if needed. 'If you're looking for a fun way to stay active, and meet new people, this is a great way to do that,' Abraham, an avid bowler who plays three times a week on average during the regular season, said. 'When there's music playing during the event, people are dancing on the greens. It's fun, and I like the fact games are going on the whole time.' Registration deadline is May 22. To register, or for more information, email bcubedwinnipeg@ or call 204-981-6055. Simon Fuller Community Journalist Simon Fuller is a reporter/photographer for the Free Press Community Review. Email him at or call him at 204-697-7111. Read full biography
