Good morning, Winnipeg! The weekend is almost here as we wrap up the third week of May. It's been raining cats and dogs lately—literally in some cases—but here's everything you need to know for this weekend:

In today's edition of the Winnipeg Digest:

• Victoria Day Hours

• 68 Winnipeg Dogs Rescued

• Exciting Events For This Weekend and more!

So, grab your morning coffee and dive into all the exciting things Winnipeg has in store for you this weekend.

— Jas Singh

P.S. A very happy birthday shoutout to Isreal Musenga!🍰

Victoria Day Hours: What's Open and Closed on May 20, 2024

Malls:

• Grant Park Shopping Centre: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

• Kildonan Place: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• St. Vital Centre: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• Garden City Shopping Centre: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• C.F. Polo Park: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• Outlet Collection Winnipeg: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

City of Winnipeg Services:

• Civic offices: Closed

• Recycling, garbage, yard waste: Normal schedule

• Winnipeg Transit: Sunday schedule

• Brady 4R Depot: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

• Brady Road Landfill: 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.

• Pacific and Panet 4R Depots: Closed

• Public libraries: Closed

Pools & Fitness:

• Pan Am Pool: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

• Cindy Klassen Rec Complex: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

• Margaret Grant Pool: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

• Other indoor pools & fitness centers: Closed

Attractions:

• Canadian Museum for Human Rights: Closed

• Manitoba Museum: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Weather for the Weekend:

68 Dogs Rescued from Terrible Conditions

On Wednesday, animal services rescued 68 dogs from a Winnipeg home in awful conditions.

"It was heartbreaking," said Leland Gordon, head of animal services. The house was filthy, with a strong smell of urine and feces. Many dogs had health issues.

The Winnipeg Humane Society is now providing care for the dogs. "It will be costly to get them ready for adoption," said CEO Jessica Miller.

No charges have been filed yet, but officials plan to enforce city bylaws.

If you know someone struggling with pet care, encourage them to seek help. Let’s support our animal friends, Winnipeg. Consider donating to the Winnipeg Humane Society and to read the full story click on the button below:

Exciting Events This Week:

Music Madness 🎶

• Beyond the Beat: Music of Resistance and Change

  • Tickets: LINK

  • Date: May 12 - August 31, 2024

  • Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper

  • Description: Discover how music has been a force for social and political change in "Beyond the Beat".

• COUNTRYFEST BATTLE OF THE BANDS

  • Tickets: LINK

  • Date: Friday, May 17, 2024

  • Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Location: McPhillips Station Casino

  • Description: Witness the thrill of the Countryfest Battle of the Bands featuring local favorites on the Mainstage. (Chris Michael Band, Nelson Little Band, Mandy Ducharme and the Absolute 8’s)

Entertainment 🎪

• Manito Ahbee Festival

  • Tickets: LINK

  • Date: May 17-20, 2024

  • Location: Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Ave, Winnipeg

  • Price: Single day pass $16.75/person/day

  • Description: Celebrate Indigenous arts, culture, and music at the annual Manito Ahbee Festival.

• View Dance Challenge

  • Tickets: LINK

  • Date: May 16-19, 2024

  • Location: RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave, Winnipeg, MB

  • Description: Experience the competition of talented dancers at the View Dance Challenge!

• Winnipeg Comedy Showcase

  • Tickets: LINK

  • Date: Sunday, May 19, 2024

  • Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open), 8:00 PM (Laughs)

  • Location: The Park Theatre

  • Price: $15 plus fees

  • Description: Host Jared Story presents an evening of laughs with six of Winnipeg's finest comedians. Get ready for a night full of punchlines and humor!

• Family Fun Spring Fair

  • Tickets: LINK

  • Date: May 3 - May 26, 2024

  • Location: Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg

  • Price: $25

  • Description: Kick off spring with excitement at the Wonder Shows Family Fun Spring Fair! From thrilling rides to mouthwatering carnival treats, this month-long event promises fun for the whole family.

Special Events 🎉

• Sustainability Tour at The Leaf

  • Tickets: LINK

  • Date: May 18 - June 22, 2024

  • Time: Tours start at 1:00 PM, approximately 30 minutes long

  • Location: Assiniboine Park The Leaf, 55 Pavilion Crescent

  • Description: Join on a free tour that explores some of the sustainability features.

CHEERS!

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— Jas, Winnipeg Digest