Diwali BC brings A Vancouver Guldasta to The Cultch. The play is written and directed by Paneet Singh and focuses on the Dhaliwals, a Punjabi family in the early 1980s. In this production, you will witness the family navigate its way through the experience of trauma and violence occurring in Punjab. At the same time their daughter has a complicated friendship with Andy, a Vietnamese refugee teen who is living in their basement. The story takes during the Indian government’s invasion of the “Golden Temple” which is the holiest shrine of the Sikhs. A Vancouver Guldasta allows you to eavesdrop on conversations otherwise reserved only for the privileged ears of living room walls. The show runs from October 2nd to 21st at 8:00 pm most evenings, but there are some 7:00 pm shows on Sunday and 2:00 pm matinees. Tickets are available online from The Cultch.
A Vancouver Guldasta Comes To The Cultch With Diwali BC – October 2-21, 2018
25 Sep
Upcoming All Candidates Meetings Parks Board – East Van Votes
24 Sep
Green and community spaces are important components in our City for the physical well being and mental health of all residents. Thus, why we encourage you to attend one of the upcoming all candidate meetings being held at our local community centres. You are invited to stop by and chat with those running for Parks Board who represent you, your wishes and concerns. Have your say as to what’s important to you in your community. We’ve set out below some of the upcoming sessions we are aware of. We’ve included a poster created by Britannia Community Centre which features some other upcoming sessions with school board candidates as well as mayoral and council candidates for those interested in attending those sessions.
Saturday, September 29th– 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Britannia Community Centre, 1661 Napier Street
Wednesday, October 3, 2018 7:00 pm
Trout Lake Community 3360 Victoria Drive
Friday, October 12, 2018 – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Strathcona Community Centre, 601 Keefer Street
Be engaged, get out and vote.
Early voting starts October 10th.
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What’s On East Van: September 21st Edition
21 Sep
Our weekly feature What’s On East Van sets out some 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. It will be wet this weekend, or so we expect, so run down lots of indoor activities.
June Hunter Studio Sale – 2785 Parker Street – Sept. 21st & 22nd
East Van artist, June Hunter, is hosting a Studio Sale this Friday and Saturday from her studio space in Hastings Sunrise. She has many new designs including scarves, totes, cushion covers and as always will have some natured inspired jewellery and prints. This is a laid back shopping experience in which you walk through her idyllic back yard to get to her studio. We expect goodies to nibble on as well wine and/or sangria. Studio Sale happens Friday 2:00 to 7:00 pm and Saturday from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Make It! 10 Year Anniversary Market – Croatian Cultural Centre – Sept. 21st & 22nd
Have a birthday to shop for? Maybe you are looking to get a jump on Christmas. Sorry, we just know those early birds are out there. This Friday and Saturday, is a great opportunity to support your local economy and stop by Make It! 10 Year Anniversary Market at the Croatian Cultural Centre. Event happens Friday from 5:00 to 9:00 pm and Saturday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission is $3.00 and can be purchased in advance through Eventbrite or at the door.
Eastside Flea Opening New Location – Sept. 21st to 23rd
The Eastside Flea home to many local artists and vendors of vintage and collectibles has moved to a new bigger location at 550 Malkin Avenue. It’s opening weekend for them this weekend. Friday they are kicking things off 7:00 pm till late. Saturday and Sunday the fun continue with live vinyl deejays and drink specials between 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. The Eastside Flea runs 11:00 am – 5:00 pm on both Saturday & Sunday.
Free Drive-In Movie – River District – September 22nd
River District is hosting free drive-in movies this Saturday, September 22nd. The double feature this weekend will feature Ant Man & The Wasp at 7:15 pm and Solo: A Star Wars Movie at 9:30 pm. Gates open at 6:30 pm.
Ice Cream Social – Beta 5 Chocolates – September 22nd & 23rd
Beta 5 Chocolates is hosting a delish Ice Cream Social this weekend. Fruit Loop profiteroles with fruit loop cereal, milk ice cream and fior de latte ice cream, drizzled with peach coulis. Hello! Need we say more.
Veg Fest 2018 – 102 East 4th Avenue – September 23rd
Two dozen of BC’s plant based vendors will be participating in Veg Fest 2018 at 102 East 4th Avenue located just West of Main Street this Sunday. The market style food fest happens from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. These are a wide variety vendors including Dipped Doughnut Co., plant based cheese from Blue Heron, Chickpea, Kula Kitchen and more. To see a full rundown of participants, visit feature in Vancouver is Awesome. It states the event goes ahead rain or shine which eludes to the fact it’s an outdoor vs. indoor event.
Fall Equinox Coffee House – Britannia Community Centre – Sept. 23rd
You are invited for an evening of live music, poetry, coffee and great company. Everyone is welcome. Event happens 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
Live Music, Comedy & Entertainment
If you are looking for something a bit racey this weekend, Dave Savage is hosting The Hump Film Festival at the Rio Theatre all weekend. If it’s live music you are after, we hear the Libra Room has a regular line up of music. Tangent Café hosts live jazz Sunday nights from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. If you prefer to get out the rain Saturday, Pat’s Pub has live jazz Saturday afternoons from 3-7 pm, no cover.
Three Farmer Markets happening this weekend – Saturday it’s Riley Park (10 am – 2 pm) and Trout Lake (9 am – 2 pm) and Sunday, Mount Pleasant Farmers Market in Dude Chilling Park from 10 am – 2 pm. To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing.
Image Credit: June Hunter
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Make It! 10 Year Anniversary Market At The Croatian Cultural Centre September 21st and 22nd
19 Sep
Make It! has been part of the handmade revolution for the last 10 years in Vancouver. As such, they are celebrating with a throwback style Make It! at the Croatian Cultural Centre this Friday & Saturday. You can expect to find many local makers including a few of our favourites: Beth & Olivia, Sarah Mulder Jewellery, The Lemon Square, The Branch and Vine and East Van’s Sriracha Revolver. As this event kicks off on Friday night, you will also find a bar with $5 drinks, music and food trucks for a fun shopping experience. Also on hand, will be a charity silent auction with items donated by various participating Makies. 100% of the proceeds benefit the Union Gospel Mission. This Make It! Market happens Friday, September 21st from 5:00 to 9:00 pm and Saturday, September 22nd from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Tickets for admission are $3.00 for advance purchase on Eventbrite or $5 at the door. Children under 12 get in free.
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June Hunter Studio Sale September 21 & 22, 2018
18 Sep
East Van artist, June Hunter, is hosting a Studio Sale this weekend. If you follow us regularly, you know we are big fans of her work. Nature features prominently in June’s work as do some iconic East Van landmarks. Crows and other feathered friends make appearances in many of the pieces she creates as you will see from the photos we’ve included. In part, because June is very quick with the camera capturing those that come to visit her idyllic backyard which houses her working studio. June has had a busy summer working on new designs which include beautiful cushion covers, scarves, iPad cases, totes, carry alls and more. Her working studio will again be transformed to showcase all her creative works which also include jewellery, small prints, large scale wall art, tiles and more. If you are lucky, her rescue dog Geordie will again be on hand as ambassador to greet you. June Hunter’s Studio is located at 2785 Parker Street (one block west of Renfrew – between Hastings St. and First Avenue). The Studio Sale takes place Friday, September 21st from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Saturday, September 22nd from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. We’ve heard some wine and/or sangria will be hand to make it an even better shopping experience.
If you are not able to attend this weekend’s Studio Sale, we invite you check out her online shop which is open 24/7. You can also find some of June’s pieces at Doctor Vigari Gallery, 1816 Commercial Drive and Bird on A Wire Creations, 2535 Main Street in East Van as well as the Vancouver Art Gallery store downtown.
Photo Credit: June Hunter
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Weekly Stories Are Back At The Drive Coffee Bar Starting September 19th
17 Sep
If you love storytelling, whether watching or listening to them in an intimate setting, then you may wish to check out Weekly Stories at The Drive Coffee Bar, 1670 Commercial Drive located near 1st Avenue. This 1 hour storytelling show which took a hiatus over the summer is now back weekly starting Wednesday, September 19th. Weekly Stories is hosted by storyteller and organizer extraordinaire Jo Dworschak of Story Story Lie and Coop Radio’s Fruit Salad. You will hear tales from some seasoned storytellers, but each week they do try and get a new face up to take a turn. The venue is a favourite of ours for the great coffee, selection of Cartem Donuts and some of the best sandwiches in the City by La Grotta del Fromaggio plus they also serve wine and beer. Event runs from 7:00 pm every Wednesday night. Admission is by donation. If you have a story to share, stop by and sign up or email Jo in advance at e: storystoryshows@gmail.com.
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What’s On East Van: September 14th Edition
14 Sep
Our weekly feature What’s On East Van sets out some 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.
Vancouver Fringe Festival – Various Venues Until 16th
The Vancouver Fringe Festival continues this weekend at various venues in the City including The Cultch, The Havana Theatre in Havana Restaurant and Your Open Closet on Commercial Drive to name a few. Reminder, Havana Theatre IS OPEN for the Vancouver Fringe Festival. The Theatre has a separate entrance on Commercial Drive and Fringe Volunteers are out front to help you find your way. To see the full line up, visit Vancouver Fringe Festival.
11th Annual Accordion Noir Festival – Wise Hall Sept. 14th – 16th
Lots of live music and dancing this weekend at the Wise Hall, not like there isn’t usually, but the 11th Annual Noir Festival happens Friday to Sunday at the Wise Hall. Tickets available through Brown Paper Tickets.
James Johnstone East End History Walk – September 15th
If you want to learn about the fascinating history of East Vancouver James Johnstone is your man. He has a wealth of knowledge of about the many faces and places of East Van from days long ago. This Saturday James will be hosting a walking history tour that starts at The Heatley, 696 East Hastings St. in Strathcona at 10:00 am. Cost is $20. We believe this is his last tour for the season.
Free Drive-In Movie – River District – September 15th
River District is hosting free drive-in movies this Saturday, September 15th. The double feature this weekend will feature Jurassic Park: Fallen Kingdom at 7:15 pm and Jurassic Park 1 at 9:30 pm. Gates open at 6:30 pm. This event is first come first serve as to space.
Westward Music Festival – Rio Theatre – September 15th
Westward Music Festival presents Jordan Klassen & Special Guests Luca Fogale and Abraham at the Rio Theatre this Saturday. Tickets are $15 and available via Westward FesWestward Fest. Note, the Festival also takes place Friday night at the Rio with a different line up of talent.
First Pick Handmade – Heritage Hall – Sept. 15th & 16th
First Pick Handmade happens at the Heritage Hall this weekend at which you will find 30 Canadian fashion and accessory designers. Whether it’s to browse or shop, stop by and see what our Canadian designers are working on. First Pick Handmade happens 11:00 am to 6:00 pm Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $3.00.
Meet & Greet The Candidates – Commercial Street Café Sept. 15th & 16th
This weekend Commercial Street Café, 3599 Commercial Street, continues their series hosting meet and greets for those running for Mayor of Vancouver. This Saturday, come chat with Hector Bremner from 10:00 am to Noon. On Sunday, Ken Sim will be hand also from 10:00 am to Noon.
Free Movie ‘Maudie’ – Britannia Community Centre – September 16th
Britannia Community Centre is hosting another free movie Sunday night 6:00 pm. This week they are featuring Maudie along with free popcorn.
West Side Story Sing-A-Long – Rio Theatre – September 16th
As part of the world-wide celebration the legendary composer, Leonard Bernstein, the Rio Theatre is hosting a celebratory Sing-A-Long screening of his restored masterpiece West Side Story this Sunday at 6:00 pm. This is an all ages show.
Free Yoga – Eastside Fitness – September 17th
Did you know Eastside Fitness at 5788 Fraser Street hosts free yoga every Monday from 8:15 – 9:15 am between now and December. Want more information or to register, visit Eastside Fitness.
Live Music, Comedy & Entertainment
Looking for live music this weekend? Café Deux Soleils has live music Friday, Saturday and Sunday night. Tangent Café hosts live jazz Sunday nights and this week Natasha D’Agastino takes the stage from 6:00 – 8:30 pm. If you are looking for jazz in the afternoon, Pat’s Pub has live jazz Saturday from 3-7 pm, no cover.
Three Farmer Markets happening this weekend – Saturday it’s Riley Park (10 am – 2 pm) and Trout Lake (9 am – 2 pm) and Sunday, Mount Pleasant Farmers Market in Dude Chilling Park from 10 am – 2 pm. To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing.
Image Credit: June Hunter
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Never Still At The Firehall Arts Centre September 26th – 29th, 2018
12 Sep
Never Still the newest work by Vanessa Goodman is inspired by the inherent conflicts and dichotomies of water. The production is both graceful and challenging, much like humanity itself. The show has social, environmental and biological themes explored within this highly physical new work. Never Still dives into the distinctive and overlap between three different systems of circulation: global water cycles, communication technology and fluids within the body. “We are living in an increasingly polarized culture,” says Donna Spencer, the Firehall Arts Centre’s Artistic Producer. “And it is our role as artistic creators to encourage audiences to consider, through what they are seeing on stage, how inextricably linked we all are in finding our way through these challenging times.” Donna goes onto say that this Season the Firehall Arts Centre’s programming is “about choices – ones we make, the one we think we should make but don’t and the influences around us that colour that decision-making”. This production is a collaboration Shion Skye Carter, Stéphanie Cyr, Bynh Ho, Scott Morgan, Alexa Mardon, James Proudfoot and Lexi Vajda. Never Still is at the Firehall Arts Centre from Wednesday, September 26th to Saturday, September 29th at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $20 and available online at Firehall Arts Centre.
Photo Credit: Ben Didier
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The 16th Annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival Happens September 22, 2018
11 Sep
The 16th Annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival happens Saturday, September 22, 2018. This family friendly event celebrates the full moon, harvest abundance and diverse cultural traditions. The festival highlights the arts, community and the environment. It is always held on the Saturday closest to the 8th full moon of the year, the harvest moon. The Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival started in 2003 under artistic director, Carmen Rosen and now continues every year as a co-production between the Still Moon Arts Society and Renfrew Park Community Association. If you have not attended this event previously, it is an amazing display of creativity, colour, light and music. We encourage you to check it out.
The festivities begin in the afternoon with the Harvest Fair which kicks off at 4:00 pm and goes till 7:00 pm at Slocan Park. This event is a pre-cursor to the parade that happens at dusk. During the Harvest Fair, there will be games, crafts, musicians, last minute lantern making, community competitions and more. As the moon rises and the sun sets, the Giant Moon Lantern along with dancers and musicians make their way to guide a twilight lantern parade through the Renfrew Ravine to Renfrew Park. Once you arrive at Renfrew Park at about 7:30 pm, you descend into a transformed world of the stream, Still Creek. The entire area around the creek is lined with lights, floating lantern art and ethereal music. It is quite something to see. Time slows seems to slow down as you walk through the paths and absorb the beauty of candlelight, exquisite lanterns and the shimmering stream. Once you pass through the walkway, you come upon Renfrew Park Field which is where you will find musicians playing on the main stage and a Tea Garden with food service. The evening finale features youth performers showcasing dance, stilting and fire spinning to live music. Then the big finale is a display of fireworks around 9:00 pm.
If you are looking to make a lantern, note there are a couple of workshops this week, September 11th and 12th, a Salmon Lantern Workshop and a Bird Lantern Workshop, both held at Collingwood Neighbourhood House. For more information, visit Moon Festival Workshops.
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Free Drive-In Movies At River District September 15th – October 13th
10 Sep
Drive-In Movies are back at River District on the Fraser River in SE Vancouver. Wesgroup Properties and River District are hosting double feature films starting Saturday, September 15th that will be running weekly until October 27th and guess what, they are FREE! The Drive-In is located at 3650 E. Kent Avenue South which is located 1/2 a block south of Marine Way at Boundary Road. Gates open at 6:30 pm and the movie gets under way at 7:15 pm with the second show getting under way at 9:30 pm (approximate times). River District will provide you with the FM station for audio, so you need a working FM station to partake. This event is first come first serve, so best to arrive early to claim your spot. We’ve set out the schedule below as we know it today. Note, these are subject to change without notice. Therefore, please visit River District to confirm what’s playing. To get your FREE ticket, visit PICATIC.
September 22, 2018
Ant Man & The Wasp
Solo: A Star Wars Movie
September 29, 2018
Incredibles 2
Deadpool 2
October 13, 2018
Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again
Dirty Dancing
October 20, 2018
Hotel Transylvania 3
The Strangers
October 27, 2018
Frankenweenie
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