Lots happening in East Van heading into the New Year. Our weekly feature What’s On East Van sets out cool events for the upcoming week. Beyond the week, we invite you to check out our Event Listing which is updated daily and features events for the month and beyond.
Ice Cream Social – Storm Brewing – January 19th
Love your craft beer and ice cream? Stop by Storm Brewing for an Ice Cream Social happening Friday night from and check out (if you haven’t already) one of Vancouver’s longest running independent craft breweries. From from 6:00 to 9:00 pm, they will be offering ice cream beer floats and special brainstorms, the usual samples and growler fills of course.
Easy Moroccan Vegetarian – Trout Lake Community Centre – January 21
Chef Valentine of Tartine Maple will be leading a cooking class on January 21st and will teach you in the ins and outs of some easy Moroccan vegetarian cuisine. You will learn to make Roasted Garlic Hummus, Vegetarian Tagine and Almond Briouats which are Sweet little nutty pastries. Cost of the class is $57. To register visit City of Vancouver.
Free Movie ‘Maudie’ – Britannia Community Centre – January 21st
Britannia Community Centre is back to hosting Sunday night movies. This week’s feature is Maudie. Things kick off at 6:00 pm and run till 9:00 pm. Popcorn will be served. Everyone is welcome to attend this free community event.
Women in the Arts: An Open Discussion – The Cultch Gallery – January 22nd
As part of Femme January at The Cultch (January 9 – February 4), is inviting women who work in the arts to have an opportunity to network in a casual environment. You are invited to come share your experiences in the industry and get to know others in the industry. This is a free event happening in The Cultch Gallery from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Monday, January 22nd.
The Bread Series ‘Rustic Yeast Bread – Italian Cultural Centre – January 22nd
If you love rustic breads and wish to learn to make them yourself, you may wish to check out The Bread Series happening January 22nd at the Italian Cultural Centre. Fabrizio Busso, a professional baker who will teach you the basics of bread making including kneading and will have you shape and bake several different types of bread. No special equipment required. Cost of the class if $55. To learn more or to register visit the Italian Cultural Centre.
BBQ Cask Night – Whiskey BBQ Six – January 24th
The good folks at Whiskey BBQ Six located at 826 Renfew Street are hosting a special BBQ Cask Night for Dine Out on January 24th. If you love beer and BBQ, this is the place to be. To learn more, visit their website at Whiskey Six BBQ.
Five Course Beer Dinner – Tacofino (East Hastings Location) – January 25th
Tacofino at 2327 East Hastings Street is launching a series of beer and dinner events starting January 25th. Beers from different breweries will be paired with their Baja style West Coast cuisine. Their first dinner will feature beer from Red Truck Brewing. There will be two seatings 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm. The cost is $50 per person. Tickets for the event available via Eventbrite.
Comedy, Live Music & Entertainment
Some interesting live music at Café Deux Soleils on January 21st, Keith Bennett and Blair Lewis perform harmonica jazz. Winter Farmer Markets happen this weekend, Saturday at Nat Bailey Stadium from 10 am to 2 pm and Sunday at Hastings Parking 10 am – 2 pm. Looking for an outdoor activity? Don’t forget Chinese Lantern Festival finishes up this this weekend at the PNE. So if you’ve been meaning to catch it, it’s your last chance. To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing.
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