Events : Pride Week 2012

Come join us at the Rainbow Resource Centre to meet the staff and volunteers, tour and learn about the Centre, and enjoy a hot dog or veggie dog! Donations welcome!

Time: 5-7 pm
Price: By donation
Location: Rainbow Resource Centre, 170 Scott Street

Kick off Pride Week with this official rainbow flag-raising ceremony at City Hall. This free, all-ages event features brief greetings from representatives of city council, the flag-raising, and free Pride cake courtesy of Chocolate Zen Bakery. Join us during your lunch break and watch the rainbow colours fly high over City Hall!

Time: 12:15 pm
Price: FREE
Location: City Hall, 510 Main Street

Poetry, performance storytelling; come out and share your first date nightmare. Food, fashion or fetish, aliens…X-files, it doesn’t matter. You have three minutes to tell your tale. Costumes and props are more then welcome. Prizes for the best worst story.

Time: 9 pm to 10 pm
Price: By donation
Location: Lo Pub, 330 Kennedy Street

Come out to this tribute party to the dirty, sweaty 80s and the Dirty Dancing movie! The QueerView crew will be dropping a mix of dirty grindy 80s as well as your current urban, homo electro favourites! Dirty Dance competition! Wanna know more…check us out on Facebook under QueerView – Winnipeg.

Time: 10 pm to 2 am
Price: $5
Location: Lo Pub, 330 Kennedy Street

Fees include entry to the Bud Light Lime After Party at Club 200 and a chance to win great prizes from Bud Light Lime! All skill levels welcome. Open to the first 16 teams registered. Teams are categorized into competitive and non-competitive divisions. The tournament runs all day and is for FUN but there will be prize packs for the winning teams! For info call Allen at 943-6045 or email him at club200@mts.net.

Presented by Bud Light Lime Mojito and Club 200
Time: 8 am to 6 pm
Price: $100 per team (proceeds to Pride Winnipeg)
Location: Old Exhibition Grounds, Sinclair & Dufferin

Come out and join us on the beach to kick off Pride Week! It’s the first Pride beach volleyball event and we’re going to do it in style. Bar opens at Adrenaline at 11 am and we’ll be bringing down the house with DJ Hypnotic. It’ll be fun in the sun all day long. Can’t wait to see you there! Registration opens April 30: nrs.volleyball.ca. Visit pwpwinnipeg.com or visit us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pwpbeach. Call Catherine at 452-8611 for additional information.

Time: 10 am to 8 pm
Price: Competitive 2s: $60; Competitive 4s: $100; Recreational 4s: $100
Location: Adrenaline Adventures, 600 Caron Road (Headingley)

An afternoon dance party for you and your baby, toddler, youngster, tween etc. Come and dance to all your favourite music by some of your favourite DJs! A little bit of retro, old school, top 40 – requests welcomed! The space is ‘baby proofed’ and healthy snacks and beverages are provided for free! This is an event geared towards families and as such you do need to have a youngster with you and all young folks need to have an adult caregiver on the premises at all times. Brought to you by The Family Food Group (Winnipeg’s Baby Dance Party’s and Family and Food initiatives; http://www.facebook.com/familyfoodgroup) and Queer View (A local Queer DJ/Performer collective; http://www.facebook.com/groups/110598155504/)

Time: 3 pm to 6 pm
Price: $10 donation or “pay what you can” at the door; kids FREE
Location: 318 Ross Avenue

Celebrate Pride by taking part in a day of fun and nature. The Pride Family Fishing Festival is a catch and release tournament open to all ages and skill levels. Prizes awarded in adult and children’s categories. There will be special activities for kids, instruction for beginners, and snacks provided. So pack up your family, friends, and fishing gear and join us at the water. Check the Facebook page frequently for updates as space may be limited. For more info: http://www.facebook.com/PrideFamilyFishingFestival

Time: 10 am to 5 pm
Price: $20 for adults; kids FREE
Location: TBD

Details: Try a new “twist” on the ancient practice of yoga! Yoga means “union” of body, mind and soul. Couples yoga strengthens the union between two people by utilizing each other for support to cultivate flexibility, balance and strength. Added benefits are increased intimacy, communication and a sense of playfulness with your partner! Come experience this fun and rewarding practice in a safe and nurturing environment. No previous experience necessary, all levels welcome. Please contact couplesyogawinnipeg@gmail.com to pre-register as space is limited to only 12 couples. A portion of the proceeds from this event will be going to support Camp AURORA, a four-day summer camp for queer and allied youth. Instructor Andrea Robin is a certified yoga instructor that serendipitously discovered partner yoga and fell in love with the effects it has on her students’ relationships.

Time: 1-3 pm
Price: $50 per couple
Location: Yoga Centre Winnipeg, #2-915 Grosvenor Avenue

Join us for an open discussion of ethical non-monogamous relationships. We’ll be discussing the advantages, challenges and necessary skills and considerations for having successful polyamorous and other non-monogamous relationships. Visit polywinnipeg.com for location and details. Join us online at http://polywinnipeg.com or connect on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=124422424247295

Time: 4 pm
Price: FREE
Location: TBD

A community BBQ for queers who live in the West End of Winnipeg. Come meet your neighbours and kick off Pride Week together. You MUST live in the West End to participate in this event! RSVP to Trevor at tdoner@yahoo.com to confirm your attendance.

Time: 6 pm
Price: $10 (proceeds to Pride Winnipeg)
Location: Please RSVP for directions

Fame Nightclub, Peer Project for Youth, and CKUW’s Queer In Your Ear presents ROLL OUT! Pride’s annual all ages roller skating dance party at Wheelies Family Roller Skating Centre – 1010 Logan Ave. Hosted by your favourite Queer In Your Ear radio hosts, featuring PPY’s youth DJs, and special appearances by the Winnipeg Roller Derby League. This event is free to all.

Time: 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Price: FREE
Location: Wheelies, 1010 Logan Avenue

Get prepped for the Pride march by stretching your legs at KWM’s first Pride Wine Walk-About. Sample more than a dozen of our favourite wines set up at stations throughout the store, with a toast to Pride Week and 25 years of Winnipeg’s Pride Festival! More information can be found on our Facebook and Twitter feeds, or our website www.kenastonwine.com. Feel free to email us at kwm-events@mymts.net with any questions. Call 204-488-9463 to reserve your spot!

Time: Doors 7:15 pm; tasting starts 7:30 pm
Price: $25 ($10 of each ticket goes to Pride Winnipeg)
Location: Kenaston Wine Market, 1855A Grant Avenue

Were you at the first Pride march in 1987? Join us for a gathering to share memories and stories that span our 25-year history. Please contact Albert McLeod at twospiritedmanitoba@hotmail.com or phone 783-6424 or visit http://www.twospiritedmanitoba.ca for additional details.  Please see our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/1987WinnipegGayPrideMarchersReunion

Time: 6-8 pm
Price: FREE
Location: Crossways In Common, 222 Furby Street

Come down to the Club 200 arena for one of newest and hottest events of Pride Week! Lubed-up lesbians will wrestle to see who is the most smooth, yet tactical Lesbian Lube Wrestler of 2012. Lots of fun, lots of lube, lots of great prizes! Hostess Anita Stallion is refereeing so expect the party to get slippery! Sponsored by Love Nest.

Time: 8-11 pm
Price: TBD
Location: Club 200, 190 Garry Street

Calling all you sharks and minnows. Join us for a friendly round robin 8 ball tournament in support of Pride. It will be a fun-filled night of pool, prizes and socializing. Tournament structure will depend on number of entrants. Check Facebook page for upcoming details and registration. For more info: http://www.facebook.com/PridePoolTournament

Time: 6:30 pm
Price: $15
Location: TBD

Annual meet-and-greet, wine and cheese hosted by LGBT members of Manitoba’s legal community. All are welcome. For more information, contact Mike Law at mjl@cgklaw.ca or Kristine Barr at kbarr@norwesthealth.ca.

Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Price: FREE
Location: Blackstone Lounge, Taylor McCaffrey LLP, 11th floor, 400 St. Mary Avenue

Parade Marshals and Float Marshals meet from 6 pm to 6:15 pm; Pride Day volunteers including Parade Marshals meet from 6:20 pm to 6:45 pm. Screening of Beyond Gay: The Politics of Pride to follow, presented by Red River College, the University of Winnipeg Students’ Association, and the University of Manitoba Students’ Union. Pride Winnipeg merchandise will also be available for sale.

Time: 6 pm
Price: FREE
Location: Red River College, 160 Princess Street (Room P107)

Documentary Screening
Homosexuality remains illegal in roughly 80 countries. In seven, it is punishable by death. It’s time for change. Pride is more than a parade and a party. It is a giant step towards true human equality. Join us for a global tour of Pride celebrations around the world to personally experience the powerful oppression that continues to exist, and the triumphs of celebration. Red River College, University of Manitoba Students’ Union, and University of Winnipeg Students’ Association are delighted to host this first-ever joint event during Pride Week. More info: nsobel@rrc.ca at RRC; rpm@umsu.ca at UMSU; lgbtctr@theuwsa.ca at UWSA.

Time: Doors at 6:30 pm; Program begins 7:30 pm
Price: By donation (proceeds to Pride Winnipeg)
Location: Red River College, 160 Princess Street (Room P107)

Lambda, Manitoba’s GLBT Business Chamber, and Pride at Work, a national organization dedicated to furthering workplace inclusion, are jointly hosting Winnipeg Professional Pride (ProPRIDE). The event will bring together employees from Pride at Work Canada’s 26 Corporate Partners as well as members of Winnipeg’s business community. There is no cost to attend but RSVP is required. Please RSVP to: info@lambdabiz.com. More information is available at www.lambdabiz.com.

Time: 5 pm to 7:30 pm
Price: FREE
Location: Delta Winnipeg

A Pride Winnipeg tradition with live music and spoken word. This year celebrating 25 years of Pride! Visit with friends and break bread together. An all ages event. Please note there is stair access only at this venue. For more event info join the Facebook group or like the fan page: glbttq* artists of ywg.

Time: Doors 7 pm; show starts 7:30 pm
Price: Suggested donation $10+ (proceeds to Camp Aurora)
Location: The Exchange Community Building, 75 Albert Street, Suite 200

Join in for Winnipeg’s third annual Dyke March! This is an all-inclusive event, demonstrating the presence, strength and solidarity of queer women and our allies. More info: www.facebook.com/winnipeg.dyke.march

Time: 2:30 pm
Price: FREE
Location: River Osborne Community Centre, 101 Pembina Hwy

Costs include dinner/music after the event with an amazing prize auction sponsored by Rona. Golfers need to pre-register for this event by calling the Rainbow Resource Centre at 474-0212.

Time: Registration 1:30 pm; Shotgun start 3 pm
Price: $65
Location: Southside Golf Course

Bring all your friends to Pop Sodas for a prancing good time at the All Ages Dance Party! For the first time ever featuring up-and-coming youth DJs as well as your favourite QueerView DJ Crew! Playing everything from ol’school, new school, dance hall, top 40, homo electro, urban and all your favourite dance tracks! Wanna know more? Check us out on Facebook under QueerView – Winnipeg.

Time: 9 pm to 2 am
Price: $5
Location: Pop Soda’s, 625 Portage Avenue

Join us for Pride Pancakes on Pride Sunday, June 3, before the Pride Parade through downtown Winnipeg. It’s a fundraiser for the Youth Program at the Rainbow Resource Centre. Donations welcome!

Time: 8:30 to 10:30 am
Price: By donation
Location: Club 200