Magpie’s Nest Community Art Space Fundraiser – Friday Sept. 13th

9 Sep

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This Friday, September 13th,  the Magpie’s Nest Community Art Space presents The Shining Bits of Meaning Art Sale.  You are invited to an evening of art, music and refreshments. This event is a fundraiser with proceeds going towards the opening of a community art studio in East Vancouver.   Baaad Anna’s Yarn Store, 2667 East Hastings Street, is hosting the event which gets under way at 7:00 p.m.   Everyone is welcome to attend. To learn more about the great work these ladies are doing, you can view their Indiegogo campaign running for just 5 more days.

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BC Derby and BC Oaks 2013 Sunday, Sept. 8th At Hastings Racecourse

7 Sep

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The BC Derby is billed as the “Most Beautiful Day in Racing”. Everyone is encouraged to wear their finery and yes, we are talking hats and fascinators. You will automatically be entered into the 2nd Annual Best Dressed Contest and could win a shopping spree by Jack & Jill or Baracos + Brand.  For those serious about their bets, there will be 6 Massive Stakes Races worth over $500,000 in total purse money. There will also be some local food trucks on hand including Flattop Filipino Fusion, Blue Smoke BBQ and Didi’s Greek. Local singing sensation, Cole Armour, will be performing the national anthem. Admission is free. Racing begins at 12:50 pm at the Hastings Racecourse.

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Rescue Me: Licorice Is Looking for His Forever Home

6 Sep

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Licorice is a 6 month old beautiful black Dutch bunny that has been at the SPCA Vancouver since his birth.  He was one of 8 babies born at the shelter on March 9th, 2013 to Mama Christie.  Licorice has a right eye that is blue which is typical of Dutch bunnies.   This bunny loves a big plate of mixed salad including, of course, carrots as well as parsley and cilantro.  He also loves craisins, dried banana treats, alfalfa and timothy hay.  Licorce also loves to chew wooden toys and can be quite robust and throw around baby toys.  Like his litter mates, Licorice, is curious and inquisitive and will make a loving companion in a bunny savvy home.  As Licorice has been raised indoors, he will make a good house rabbit and a great companion for an existing bunny.    As Dutch bunnies have a delicate skeletal structure, they are not suitable pets for young children.  Rabbits can have a lifespan of 8 to 12 years.  Do you know someone that can give this bunny a forever home?  If so, the Vancouver SPCA would like to hear from you.  They can be reached at T: 604.879.7721 or by email at Vancouver@spca.bc.ca

As always, we are grateful to those willing to share this information with others so Licorice can find his forever home.

UPDATE: Licorice has found his forever home with a new bunny friend.

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Mama FitCamp Near Main & 41st Ave. Offers Free Childcare While You Workout

4 Sep

MamaFitCampLogoAre you a mom of young children looking to find time to workout?  Mama FitCamp might be the answer. Mama FitCamp offers a one hour bootcamp workout for women every Monday and Friday at 9:45 a.m. And get this, free onsite childcare with an experienced nanny is provided at every class. The instructors are personal trainers who are moms themselves with experience in pre- and post-natal fitness. The classes are equal parts cardio and strength training and every class is different.  The classes were being held outdoors in the nice weather, but they have now moved to an indoor location at 109 East 40th Avenue at Quebec Street.  Classes are $10 for a drop-in or $35 for 4 classes to use at your own discretion.   New participants are welcome. Visit their Facebook Page for information or email them at womensfitcamp@gmail.com.

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Draw, Paint & More For Kids At River District Starting September 16th

3 Sep

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Arts Umbrella and River District, 8683 Kerr Street, have collaborated to bring a fall session of Draw, Paint and More at the River District Centre.   This is a visual arts program offered for children ages 6 – 9 years.  Classes will run for 10 weeks on Mondays from September 16th – December 2nd from 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Kids will create 2D and 3D projects using tempura, water-colour, pastel, chalk, and a variety of found objects. They will also study patterns, textures, and colours and learn to use clay, wood, paper, and other materials in unconventional ways.  The cost of the program is $200 per student.  For more information, you can email info@artsumbrella.com or call 604-681-5268. To register, visit www.artsumbrella.com.  Space is limited. Therefore, early registration is recommended. 

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A Call To Artists for Broadway East Art Walk, September 28th

2 Sep

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A group of neighbours in the Mount Pleasant area have been leading a charge to create an Art Walk in the Broadway East area. A number of businesses along the Broadway corridor between Prince Edward and Prince Albert will be providing some exhibition space within or outside of their premises.  A small scale pilot Art Walk was held on June 8th with great success. So this September 28th, they will be doing a large scale Art Walk.  The goal of the initiative is to bring new life to this area while supporting the local arts with the theme being Art in Unexpected Places. They are looking for bold artists in a variety of mediums including: paint, short film, sculpture, performance, temporary installation, balloon artists, sidewalk chalk artists, eco artists, window painting/decoration, you name it. The field is wide open.   If are interested in submitting your art, submit your contact information and 1 – 2 samples of your work or a link to your portfolio to: broadwayeastartwalk@gmail.com with the subject line “Broadway East Art Walk”. Note: all ages are welcome, in any degree or ability.  Deadline for submitting your expression of interest is September 10th. 

If you are not an artist, but would like to participate in this fabulous event, they are also on the hunt for volunteers, drop them an email at the address above.

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Strathcona Community Garage Sale, Saturday, August 31st

30 Aug

StrathconaGarageSaleLooking for some unique finds?  Well this Saturday, you are in luck. Make your way down to MacLean Park in Strathcona to buy, sell or trade at the annual Strathcona Garage Sale.   You can expect to find vintage clothing, jewellery, collectibles,  furniture, vinyl, books, bikes, pottery, art and novelty items and much more.    The garage sale will take place on Hawks Avenue, focusing on the 700 and 800 blocks.  It will also extend westward along the park side of the 700-block of East Georgia Street.  For those not familiar with the area, residents recommend a stop at the Wilder Snail at 799 Keefer Street for a coffee before or after your shop.   Everyone is welcome.  Event gets under way at 10:00 a.m. and goes till 5:00 p.m.

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les amis du FROMAGE Presents Wine and Cheese 101 on October 23, 2013

29 Aug

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On Wednesday, October 23, 2013, les amis du FROMAGE, 843 East Hastings Street, will be presenting a Cheese & Wine 101 session.  They will introduce you to the cheese basics including milk types, textures, flavours and how to care for and serve fine cheeses. Then they will teach you how to pair wine with cheese and most importantly find what suits your personal taste.    The session begins at 6:30 p.m. and goes to 8:30 pm. Tickets are $55.  And if you think you can wait to buy your ticket as the event is not until  October and a long ways away, you are mistaken!  These sessions sell out and last word was there were only 8 spots left.    To purchase your tickets, visit their website at les amis du FROMAGE.

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New Exhibit Opening At The Cultch Gallery, August 28th

27 Aug

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The Cultch Gallery, 1895 Venables Street,  invites you to the opening of a new exhibit this Wednesday, August 28th.   They will be presenting the works of Jon Shaw and Dante J. Comoglio.  Jon Shaw’s exhibit titled “Street, Signs and Alleyways” are paintings created with very modern illustrative techniques, grungy yet colourful, traditional yet very contemporary. Dante Comoglio’s exhibit is titled “Yes-No and Horizons”.  The Yes-No project offers a series of interactive yes-no switches to the audience, creating a very personal relationship with the viewer, while Horizons is a photo-based series that explores the duality of the horizon, a subject of interest in Comoglio’s art.    The opening reception takes places this Wednesday, August 28th between 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.   The exhibit will run until September 28, 2013 and is available for viewing Monday to Friday from Noon – 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from Noon – 4:00 p.m.

 

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Improv Comedy Workshop, Saturday, September 7th

26 Aug


MicrophoneSo have you ever wanted to learn a little improv? Practice thinking on your feet?  Well on Saturday, September 7th, you have that chance.  Instant Theatre Company is holding a one day class in which you have the opportunity to learn the improvisational skills of play, spontaneity, character and story.   The workshop will be held at the Instant Shop, 650 East Broadway from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at a cost of $59.00 or early bird registration is $39.00. Instant Theatre Company has been offering workshops, doing shows and custom events since 1994 and are regulars at Havana Theatre’s Comedy Nights.  Note, no improv experience necessary for this class.  If you can’t make the class on September 7th, there is another on September 14th. 

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