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Seed Library Pop Up Event Saturday February 25th

23 Feb

Winter isn’t quite done with us just yet, but with an exploding interest in gardening during the pandemic, many novice and experienced gardeners are planning ahead for Spring. If you wish to try and grow some food or flowers in your backyard or in a container, be sure to check out the next Seed Library Pop Up happening Saturday, February 25th at the Britannia Library.  This weekend’s event is hosted by the Grandview Woodland Community Seed Library. This is a volunteer run community group that offers free access to seeds as well as opportunities to learn more about growing food and flowers. If you wish to check out their upcoming event it happens at the Britannia Library, 1661 Napier Street from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. If you can’t make this weekend’s event, next one happens March 25th at the same location. A Seed Library Pop Up will also take place at Spartacus Books, 1983 Commercial Drive on March 11th from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm.   To learn more, visit www.gwcseedlibrary.wordpress.com.

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Eastside Flea Hosts Vintage Pop Ups In February

1 Feb

If you love finding that perfect vintage piece, you’ll want to mark your calendar for the Eastside Flea’s Vintage Pop Ups happening this month.   They will be hosting a vintage pop up for two weekends February 11th and 12th and February 18th and 19th at 1739 Venables Street (at Commercial Drive). You can expect to find over 30 vendors along with all things vintage and food trucks.   Event happens from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm each day of the event.

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Seedy Saturday Hosted By Grandview Woodland Community Seed Library Happens February 11th

25 Jan

It may be cool outside, but if you’ve got the gardening bug, you will already be thinking about what plants you’d like to grow this Spring.   There is no better time than now to start planning.   Whether you are a novice or experienced gardener, you may wish to check out the upcoming Seedy Saturday hosted by the Grandview Woodland Community Seed Library. Their first event of the year happens Saturday, February 11th at the Britannia Teen Centre, 1661 Napier Street, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.   There will be free seeds available to pick up or swap along with prizes and a draw. To learn more about this event and future events, visit www.gwcseedlibrary.wordpress.com.

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Stayin’ Alive – An 80s Themed Fundraiser At The Firehall Arts Centre February 25th

24 Jan

If you are a star at karaoke and love your 80s tunes, we’ve got a fun night out for you.  On February 25th the Firehall Arts Centre is hosting Stayin’ Alive which is an 80s themed fundraiser.   You are invited to bring you best 80s attire, learn your favourite 80s tune and get on stage for a lip sync contest. Are you ready for your 5 minutes of fame? Maybe dressed like some memorable 80s musical icons namely Madonna, Prince, Cindy Lauper or Billy Idol just to name a few.   There will be prizes, dance demonstrations and a DJ along with good eats and a specially crafted Firehall 1906 Martini from the good folks at Odd Society Spirits.  Tickets for this fundraising event are $75 ($50 tax receipt).  To grab your tickets, or get more information, visit Firehall Arts Centre.

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PushOFF Artist-Run Curated Event Takes The Stage At The Russian Hall January 30 – February 4

13 Jan

PushOFF comes to the Russian Hall January 30 to February 4, 2023.  PushOFF is an independently produced artist-run curated platform featuring tour-ready work and projects in development. This hyper-local event fosters the artistic practices of a community of artists and allows them to share bold new work with Canadian and international audiences. Now in its 13th season PUSHoff will present live in-person shows at the Russian Hall, 600 Campbell Avenue, between January 30 to February 4, 2023. If you prefer to take in a performance from the comfort of home, you can check out their digital offerings at pushoff.org. Tickets range from $15 to $20 for in person and on-line shows. For more information, visit pushoff.org.

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Beauty And The Beast An Immersive Cocktail Experience At Vancouver Alpen Club Until January 15th

3 Jan

Something different has landed in the space of the Vancouver Alpen Club (Victoria Ave & 33rd Avenue) this January.  Beauty and The Beast Cocktail Experience is now running until January 15th.   This is billed as an escape room, theatre show and adventure all blended into one.

The event is based on the Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont fairytale. You are invited on a 90-minute journey that steps into the enchanted and cursed world of Beauty & The Beast.   The theme is an elegant Victorian cocktail party (dress-up is encouraged). You’ll be invited to dance, sample from the Castle’s finest delights (of the alcoholic and edible variety), but they say to be careful not to overstay your welcome to take anything that’s not yours – or you may not get home at all.  The event is bill as theatrical, alternate reality experience that dives into some magic and fantasy along with fabulous cocktails. The event is brought to you by the interactive team behind The Wizard’s Den, Beyond Cinema and The Alice. Tickets are $45 and available now at Explore Hidden.

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Workshop: Make A Glass Heart February 11, 2023 At Terminal City Glass

2 Jan

Looking for something fun and different to do for Valentine’s Day this year?  Check out this Make A Glass Heart workshop being offered by Terminal City Glass on February 11th? In this workshop, two people will work with a professional glass artist to make a colourful glass heart-shaped paperweight that will be a keepsake for years to come.  No experience is required, but you must be a least 16 years of age. There are a number of time slots throughout the day, but note each time slot has a limit of 4 spaces.    To register or for more information, visit Terminal City Glass Co-Op.

Photo: Terminal City Glass Co-Op

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Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Has Rescued 1,100 Cats In 2022 And Counting

12 Dec

Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association (VOKRA) is a wonderful volunteer driven non-profit organization based in East Vancouver. This non-profit was founded by two amazing women Karen Duncan and Maria Soroski.  VOKRA is run by an army of passionate volunteers who do amazing work in the community with lost, stray and feral cats and kittens.  We’ve learnt that in 2022, they have rescued 1,100 kittens/cats and the year isn’t even done. VOKRA incurs $60,000 a month in vet bills which does not include the cost of cat food or litter. If you are able to assist VOKRA with their work by way of a donation, you can make a donation online.  All financial donations go directly to funding the supplies, equipment, and veterinary and operational costs required to ensure the cats in their care are warm, safe and healthy. If you have items that can be donated that would assist them in their work, visit their Wish List to see what items are needed. Lastly, you can also support them by purchasing items in their online Shop.

Photo Credit: Catitude Photography

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First Pick Handmade Holiday Market At The Heritage Hall December 10 & 11

8 Dec

First Pick Handmade is back at the Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street, on Saturday, December 10th and Sunday, December 11th with their Holiday Market.   First Pick Handmade’s Holiday Market will again feature items from a variety of makers that include non-binary, all sized-clothing and objects that are not mass produced.  Founder and creator, Janna Hurtzig, curates only high quality and sustainable products.  You can expect to find a wide range of products including jewellery by Irit Sorokin, ceramics by Oh Hello Leigh and Abder Atbi, paintings by Janine Breck Art, accessories by Winterluxe Recycled Cashmere and clothing by Serenity West and Street and Saddle and much more. Whether you are looking for something for your home, for yourself, or as a gift, there will be lots to choose from with all of this talent under one roof. Stop by and check it out between 11:00 am and 6:00 pm December 10th & 11th. Admission is $3.00 at the door or online.

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PNE Winter Fair And Holiday Concerts December 14 to December 23, 2022

27 Nov

The PNE will be hosting a PNE Winter Fair between December 14 and December 23, 2022.   The PNE will be turned into a magical holiday experience complete with walk thru WinterLights display, skating on the Tim Horton’s Indoor Ice Rink, nightly ticketed Christmas themed concert, a winter market with an array of vendors as well as a holiday theatre for the wee ones. The PNE Winter Fair happens from 4:30 to 10:30 pm.  Ticket prices range from $12 to $15 per person and are available online.

A ticketed holiday concert happens each evening of the PNE Winter Fair. Prices are between $39 – 69 per person and available online. We’ve set out the nightly concert series below:

December 14               David Foster & Kat McPhee

December 15               The Tenors: A Season of Miracles

December 16               Tom Cochrane With Band

December 17               Dallas Smith

December 18               Jann Arden

December 19               Holly Cole

December 20               Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox

December 21               Dionne Warwick

December 22               Johnny Reid

December 23               A Boy Band Christmas

To purchase tickets or get more information, visit PNE Winter Fair, or check out the You Tube video:

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