COLUMN: Arts and Culture – Corks & Canvas returns as an in-person event

The Steinbach Arts Council invites you to the annual Corks & Canvas Wine Tasting fundraiser on Nov. 27, at Bentwood Hall. Doors open at 7 p.m..
Enjoy an in-person event, with a sommelier-crafted tasting tour through Spain featuring six unique wines paired with a curated menu, alongside original local artwork and handcrafted items for purchase.
Proceeds support essential community outreach, including free senior programming, therapeutic arts, and youth musician mentorship program. Tickets are $100 with a tax receiptable portion. Call 204-346-1077 or visit steinbacharts.ca to reserve your spot!

Special thanks to our sponsors: onPoint, Chez Koop, Country Meat & Deli, Craft Financial Group, Re/Max Keith Unger Team, Gislason Targownik Peters, and Jones & Company Wine Merchants.
SAC brings Dry Cold Productions for the first time in Steinbach!
The Steinbach Arts Council opens its 2026–2027 Concert Series with Once Upon a Dream, an intimate musical theatre concert produced by Winnipeg’s acclaimed Dry Cold Productions. The single-night performance takes place on Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the SRSS Theatre in Steinbach.

Led by Artistic Director Donna Fletcher, the concert features rising Canadian stars Alyssa Crockett and Julia Kroft. The duo first met during Dry Cold Productions’ Canadian premiere of The Prom and bonded over their shared passion for live theatre.
Once Upon a Dream offers audiences a behind-the-scenes glimpse into life on stage through humor, personal stories, and standout vocal performances of beloved musical theatre songs.
Tickets are $36 for adults and $18 for students, available online at SteinbachArts.ca/LIVE or by calling 204-346-1077.
Help us raise funds for our programs
Support local arts during the SAC Program Fundraiser, running Sept. 28 to Oct. 30. All proceeds support SAC programs, helping keep community classes accessible and affordable for everyone.
Fundraising Items Available:

Nature’s Farm Pasta Boxes
Nature’s Farm Granola Boxes
Nature’s Farm Gift Cards: $25 denominations
Sobeys Gift Cards: $25, $50, $100, & $250 denominations
How to Purchase:
Stop by the SAC office (304 Second Street, Steinbach) Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. or call 204-346-1077.

Creative Steps & Healthy Starts: Free Parent & Tot Art Workshops Return to Steinbach
The Steinbach Arts Council is offering a free Parent & Tot Art Workshop Series for families with children aged 1–4. Led by qualified instructors, these interactive sessions focus on arts-based learning and wellness, spanning dance, music, visual arts, theatre, and culinary arts. Each workshop includes a healthy snack to support active lifestyles.
Parent & Tot Art Workshop Series Schedule
• Dance Workshop: Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
• Music & Sensory Exploration Workshop: Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
• Visual Arts Workshop: Friday, Dec. 4, 2026
• Theatre Workshop: Friday, Jan. 15, 2027
• Culinary Arts & Nutrition Workshop: Friday, Feb. 26, 2027
This series is made possible with support from the Healthy Child Coalition – Southeast and Southern Health-Santé Sud.
WORKSHOPS at SAC (October & November)
Join our engaging workshops designed for individuals of all skill levels, where participants will explore various artistic techniques and cultural traditions through hands-on activities.
Beginner Watercolour (Ages 16+)
Master simple yet effective watercolour techniques like washes and layering with step-by-step guidance.
Schedule: Saturday | Oct 24, 2026, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Whimsical Pottery Teapot Series: Hand Built Teapots (Ages 18+)
Use hand-building techniques to sculpt a personalized, story-driven tea set complete with a teapot and matching cups.
Schedule: Saturdays | Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, 2026, 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Free Bannock and Jam Workshop (Ages 10+) – Full/Call to join the waitlist
In this free workshop, prepare traditional Bannock and fresh jam while learning cultural traditions and kitchen skills.
Schedule: Thursday | Nov 12, 2026, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Our Culture & Heritage Workshops are made possible with support from Mark & Bonnie Loewen and Steinbach Hatchery & Feeds, Southern Health-Santé Sud, and Healthy Together Now
Beginner Oil Painting Workshop (Ages 16+)
Learn core oil painting skills, including composition, colour mixing, and blending, to complete your own piece.
Schedule: Saturday | Nov 21, 2026, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Whimsical Pottery Teapot Series: Wheel-Thrown Teapots (Ages 18+)
Advance your wheel-throwing techniques by throwing, assembling, and glazing a complete teapot set.
Schedule: Saturdays | Nov 28, Dec 5, Dec 12, 2026, 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
For the full list of workshops and to register, visit SteinbachArts.ca or call 204-346-1077.