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Art is meant for everyone, and one event in Winnipeg is opening the doors for experiencing it. First Fridays in the Exchange invites Winnipeggers and newcomers alike to experience art through galleries, museums, showcases, discussions, and performances.

It takes place on the first Friday of each month in Winnipeg's Exchange District. 

An exciting event is kicking off Asian Heritage Month, celebrating Asian representation in the film industry. Coming May 2-5 in Calgary and May 24-26 in Winnipeg, the FascinAsian Film Festival is an opportunity to view both local and international films of Asian stories.

Things are difficult right now. Whether it's access to health care, affordable housing, green and walkable spaces, or easily accessible places for groceries, many communities are struggling.

For the Elmwood area, Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation is working to support in whatever way they can. However, one organization can't do everything, and it's going to take a consistent effort from everyone to make a difference.

Connections are vital to the human experience. Whether connecting on a personal level or for business, communicating effectively and understanding someone's perspective can be the difference between success and failure. 

Through her time as a business consultant, the host of a radio morning show, and hosting events, Keisha Paul has figured out how to find the story behind a situation, utilizing that skill of connection to find success.

Achieving our goals and dreams can sometimes feel overwhelming. For immigrants to a new country, barriers can make goals continue to feel further away. However, there are steps we can all take to actualize our visions, and Jennifer Beitz helps people set goals to achieve them. 

From fitness to reflection and overcoming the limitations we put on ourselves are just some of the discussions on this episode of U Talk.  

Music is all around us. It's in the trees, the air, and the water, and all it takes is the desire to listen for it. Norine Braun does just that. She listens to nature and applies it to her music, combining narrative and experiential works to create something unique and beautiful. 

After her mother's passing, Norine created Ascending Lullaby, a song exploring the transition from one life to the next.