Lots happening in East Van this first week of 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.
Community Skate at PNE Agrodome – January 5th
PNE Agrodome is hosting another ice skating session Friday, January 5th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Cost is $3 for adult, $2.50 for youth/senior, $2 for kids 3-12 and kids under 2 are free. Note, there are no skate rentals or helmets, you will need to bring your own.
A Tolkien Burlesque Night – Rio Theatre – January 5th
The Geekenders & Kitty Glitter present Lord of the Schwings. If you are looking for a silly and sexy evening filled with hobbits, elves, wizards and burlesque, then grab your tickets $20 in advance or $25 at the door. See Rio Theatre for tickets.
Live Christmas Tree Chipping Event – Trout Lake – January 6th & 7th
For those that have a live Christmas tree and not the benefit of curb side pick up, there’s a chipping event at the Trout Lake Community Centre Parking Lot this weekend. Happens Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Note, there is also a chipping tree event Sunday, January 7th at the Kingsgate Mall Parking Lot 10-4.
East Van Panto – York Theatre – Until January 6th
This is your last weekend to catch the fun that is the East Van Panto on now at The York Theatre until Saturday, January 6th. Fun for the whole family. Tickets start at $22. For more information, check our recent write on the East Van Panto.
75th Annual Golden Globes Award Viewing Party – Rio Theatre – January 7th
This year Seth Meyers hosts the 75th Annual Globe Awards which should provide a good bit of entertainment. Fittingly, The Rio Theatre is again opening its doors for those that wish to watch the winners announced en masse. This is a free event, but items at the snack bar are not, but he seats are. First come first serve. Event happens 5:00 – 9:00 pm.
Dancing the Globalization of Hummus with Shiraz Ramji – The Cultch – January 8th
Did you know The Cultch is hosting free events once a month? The event is called Dark Day Monday and each month anyone from the Vancouver community can teach others something new. It can be whatever you’d like it, maybe it’s hip hop dancing, a yoga class, tai chi, meditation, an 80s dance party, a cooking class, chess, you name it, options are almost limitless. The Cultch is providing a space to learn, create and come together. The next in the series Dark Day #5 happening Monday, January 8th is Dancing The Globalization of Hummus with Shiraz Ramji. You are invited to come out learn how to make Vancouver’s best kept secret hummus recipes with Shiraz Ramji while dancing. Things kick off at 6:00 pm.
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Reminder the Winter Farmer Markets are back at both Nat Bailey Stadium (Saturday) and Hastings Park (Sunday) from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing.
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If you love storytelling, whether watching or listening to it in an intimate venue, then you may wish to check out 
A New Year is upon us. Who hasn’t made a resolution to learn something new. We try and kick our cooking skills up a notch. Thus love spending time at cooking classes learning new dishes especially this time of year when it’s cold outside. We’ve put together a selection of upcoming classes whether you are a beginner or seasoned cook, we are sure you can take away something from these classes to do at home.
Who has not been stuck preparing for dinner and realized you forgot that one thing you needed for a recipe, or had unexpected company and you don’t quite have enough of something. Did you know that the 
Finished your Christmas shopping? If not, the countdown is on. We recommend skipping the craziness that is the malls. Why not stop into one of these great local businesses that will a) not only appreciate the business, but b) offer some truly great service. We’ve set out a few of our favourite spots we think are great for gift giving. Note, many of the stores have extended hours this week to help you with your Christmas shopping.
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the cat lovers, or those looking for a fun gift for the cat lover. 2 Fork Designs has created this fun whimsical design called Nip In The Butt. This cool catnip cat toy is made with 4 layers of felt and comes in a host of different colours all for $10. To purchase your Nip In The Butt, check out their 
Pack by local East Van business, 
Know a special woman that deserves something unique and pretty? We are sure you do and we bet she might like these freshwater pearls wrapped with pure Argentium sterling silver wire. They give the impression of small rose buds in bloom. They are made by local jewellery designers,
n credit/debit card holders designed by Jeremy Lee of Konisa Studios hold up to 6 cards. As you might imagine, the wood does keep the cards from bending or breaking. This is cool gift that will last and at $30 we think a steal. You can find the Carrall Credit/Debit Wallet in person at 
uite in love with the concrete planters created by Nadia M’Seffar of 
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compelled to include. Check out this East Van Mule Kit by the good folks at Odd Society Spirits which comes with a Moscow Mule Cup, Rootside Provisions Ginger Beer Mix, a bottle of their East Van Vodka and a few fresh limes. To order your East Van Mule Kit, contact 
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