We are admittedly huge fans of the East Van Panto. This has become a fun holiday tradition for us. We can’t imagine Christmas without it. This year The East Van Panto celebrates its 6th season with the presentation of The Wizard of Oz. In this year’s storyline, we hear that a pipeline has burst and Dorothy and Toto are flung to the magical Land Of Oz (also known as Nanaimo and Hastings). There, Dorothy is pursued by the Wicked Witch and embarks on a journey to the World’s Greenest City in search of brains, heart, courage and yes, yoga pants! The East Van Panto always pokes great fun at the quirky things that make our City unique. Come laugh a little at yourself and our fair City. Tickets for the East Van Panto start at $24 for children 16 and under. Family packs are available for $146. To get your tickets, visit The Cultch. For families on a tight budget, take note that The Cultch is offering $29 tickets on November 28th & 29th at 7:00 pm. They recently offered Housing Crisis Prices on a number of their productions. To get the special rate for this and other Cultch performances, visit Housing Crisis Prices.
East Van Panto: The Wizard Of Oz At The York November 26, 2018 to January 6, 2019
6 Nov
What’s On East Van: November 2nd Edition
2 Nov
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.
Archive’s Consignment Warehouse Sale – 1275 Venables – November 2nd & 3rd
A new organization in Vancouver called Archive is focused on helping locals become more savvy about sustainable fashion practices, including buying more long-lasting, high-quality pieces, including those that are second-hand. They’ve put together Vancouver’s first consignment warehouse sale which will have racks of all-season men’s and women’s apparel and accessories for sale. Free admission Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, or to get a jump on the crowds, $10 for 1 hour head start. There’s also a VIP option the evening before with Sustainable Panel conversation as well as shopping. To get an advance ticket, visit Eventbrite.
East End Blues & All That Jazz – Firehall Arts Centre – Until Saturday, November 3rd
If you love the sound soul-stirring gospel and blues and jazz, you may wish to make your way down the Firehall Arts Centre this weekend. There’s also a matinee performance Saturday at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $25/30 and available through the Firehall Arts Centre.
Book Launch ‘Cooking In Colour’ – Gourmet Warehouse – November 3rd
East Van residents and food bloggers known as The Food Gays are launching their new cookbook ‘Cooking In Colour’ They will be on hand at Gourmet Warehouse this Saturday from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Ritchies Bakery Pop Up – les amis du fromage – November 3rd
Ritchies Bakery will be popping at les amis du fromage East Van location, 843 East Hastings this Saturday with freshly baked bread and baked goods. They will be there from 11:00 to 5:00 pm or until they sell out.
Vancouver Tea Festival – Chinese Cultural Centre – November 3rd & 4th
The 5th Annual Vancouver Tea Festival happens this weekend at the Chinese Cultural Centre, 50 East Pender. The event includes a Chinese tea tasting bar, matcha bar and Herbal Tea Making Workshop. For more info, visit Vancouver Tea Festival.
Bling – Heritage Hall – November 4th
The Pacific Pyros present the 4th annual bead show BLING at the Heritage Hall this Sunday, November 4th. This show features a wide range of wearable glass art by 17 artists. Along with the show there will be demonstrations has well as hourly draws. Admission is free. So stop by and check out some of the talent between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm.
Backbone – Vancouver Playhouse – November 4th
The Cultch presents the renowned Australian circus company, Gravity & Other Myths in the production Backbone. 10 performers and 2 musicians take the stage at the Vancouver Playhouse and display incredible strength and flexibility with dance like movements. This show is only here for a short run. You have till Sunday to catch it. Tickets available from The Cultch.
Comedy, Entertainment & Live Music
If it’s live music you are after, the Libra Room on The Drive has a regular line up of music. Tangent Café hosts live jazz Sunday nights from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. Saturday, Pat’s Pub has live jazz Saturday afternoons from 3-7 pm, no cover.
This weekend we are back to two farmer markets. Saturday there’s Riley Park (10 am – 2 pm) and Sunday, the Hastings Park Farmers Market kicks and also happens from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing.
Image Credit: June Hunter
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What’s On East Van: October 26th Edition
26 Oct
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.
Makers Market – Ellis Building – October 26th
In case you missed it, the Eastside Flea moved from The Ellis Building to Eastside Studios at 550 Malkin Avenue which means it left a great space for markets at the Ellis Building. So a Makers Market is now hosting what appears to be monthly markets on Friday nights. There official launch is this Friday, October 26th and there’s a line of local handmade small batch goods. We see our friends at Sriracha Revolver will be there. This is a family friendly event that happens from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. Admission is free.
Trick Or Treat On Hastings Sunrise – October 27th
This Saturday you are invited to Trick or Treat on Hastings Street between 12:00 and 3:00 pm. Visit businesses along the East Hastings strip with your costume and receive a treat (or a trick!).
All Souls Night – Mountain View Cemetery – October 27th
All Souls Night is an opportunity to commemorate the dead. You are invited to tea and memory making at Mountain View Cemetery between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm this Saturday evening. Light a candle for someone you’ve lost.
Drive-In Movies – River District – October 27th
River District in SE Vancouver is hosting their last weekend of free drive-in movies. This weekend they are showing Frankenweenie at 7:30 pm followed by It at 9:30 pm. For tickets visit, Picatic.com.
Book Launch & Signing – The Plant-Based Foodie Cookbook – October 27th
Brad Hill creator of a series of Foodie cookbooks will be on hand to launch his newest cookbook The Plant-Based Foodie Cookbook at Riley Park Farmers Market this Saturday. He will be on hand from Noon – 2:00 pm along with delish plant based eats.
Parade Of Lost Souls – To Be Announced – October 27th
The iconic East Van event the Parade of Lost Souls happens this Saturday night. This all ages community event celebrates the Day of The Dead and features a roving parade, live music, art installations, dance performances including flash mobs all of which happens from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. Following the parade there is the After Party which this year happens at The Wise Hall. For more details, visit their website Parade of Lost Souls. Great opportunity to try out that scary make up/costume. If you wish to be in the parade meet at the Britannia Library at 7:00 pm.
Hastings Sunrise Pumpkin Patch – Hastings Elementary School – October 28th
You are invited to check out the 3rd Annual Hastings Sunrise Pumpkin Patch Festiva at Hastings Elementary School. Choose a pumpkin for your Jack-O-Lantern, share some food, enjoy a live bluegrass band, and take part in fall-themed festivities and decorations from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm . Costumes encouraged. Pumpkins are by donation.
Pumpkin Carving – Strange Fellows Brewing – October 28th
Strange Fellows Brewing, 1345 Clark Drive, invites you to come down Sunday afternoon to do some pumpkin carving between 2:00 – 5:00 pm. Everything is supplied including the pumpkins. All by donation with proceeds to go the Vancouver Food Bank.
Beetlejuice – Rio Theatre – October 28th
Now THIS is a movie to watch on the big screen. The Rio Theatre will be showing Beetlejuice Sunday at 5:30 pm and being rain is expected might be a perfect Sunday afternoon thing to do. Tickets $12, we suggest getting advance tickets.
Japan Food Fair – Vancouver Buddhist Temple – October 28th
If you love Japanese food (and who doesn’t really), you may wish to make your way down to the Vancouver Buddhist Temple this Sunday, October 28th. They will be hosting a Japan Food Fair and Fall Bazaar from Noon to 2:00 pm. Lots of great eats and great prices. Happens at 220 Jackson Avenue in Strathcona.
Comedy, Entertainment & Live Music
If it’s live music you are after, the Libra Room on The Drive has a regular line up of music. Tangent Café hosts live jazz Sunday nights from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. Saturday, Pat’s Pub has live jazz Saturday afternoons from 3-7 pm, no cover.
This weekend there is only one Farmers Market this Saturday. That is Riley Park (10 am – 2 pm). Trout Lake is now closed for the season, but Hastings Park Farmers Market kicks off NEXT weekend, November 4th. To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing.
Image Credit: June Hunter
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What’s On East Van: October 19th Edition
19 Oct
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.
Fright Nights – Playland – October 19-21
Fright Nights is now on at Playland nightly at 7:00 pm until October 31st (save for October 22nd and 23rd). If you like things ghlouish, scary and to get your heart racing, this is your spot. Advance tickets recommended, some evenings to sell out.
Election Day – City of Vancouver – October 20th
It’s voting day this Saturday at many locations throughout the City from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. There are, in case you missed it, 158 candidates for 27 positions for Mayor, School Board, Council Members and Parks Board. Even if you don’t know who to vote for in all positions, vote for the ones you want. If you are unsure where to vote, the City has a Where To Vote. You only need to put in your postal code and it will give you the polling stations in that area. Remember to bring ID when you go to vote.
The Shakespeare Show – Havana Theatre – October 19th & 20th
Monster Theatre presents The Shakespeare Show filled with tragic heroes, a few witches Anne Hathaway and Queen Elizabeth at Havana Theatre Friday & Saturday night. Tickets are $15-20 and available online through Showpass.
East Van Opry – Rio Theatre – October 20th
This Saturday you are invited to the East Van Opry. Now in its sixth year, the event happens at the Rio Theatre this Saturday night. Expect an eclectic mix of this City’s stage performers. Advance tickets are $24, or at the door for $28. Visit The Rio Theatre for tickets.
Pumpkin Carving & Beer – Parallel 49 Brewing – October 21st
Parallel 49 Street Kitchen invites you down for a day of pumpkin carving. They will supply the tools and the pumpkins. Of course the Street Kitchen has some great eats and beer as well. Not a bad way to spend an afternoon. Event happens 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Retro Design & Antiques Fair – Croatian Cultural Centre – October 21st
If you love collectibles, vintage, funky kitschy items, maybe a little art deco, the Retro Design & Antiques Fair is the place to be this Sunday. There will be a 175 tables at the Croatian Cultural Centre to browse. Event happens 10:00 to 3:00 pm. Admission is $5 at the door, children under 13 are free.
Comedy, Entertainment & Live Music
Looking for something new to check out? Reminder Caffe La Tana just opened next to Pepino’s Spaghetti House. Cafe is open 7:00 am – 7:00 pm. If it’s live music you are after, the Libra Room on The Drive has a regular line up of music. Tangent Café hosts live jazz Sunday nights from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. Saturday, Pat’s Pub has live jazz Saturday afternoons from 3-7 pm, no cover.
Two Farmer Markets happening this weekend – Saturday it’s Riley Park (10 am – 2 pm) and Trout Lake (9 am – 2 pm). To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing.
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What’s On East Van: October 12th Edition
12 Oct
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.
East Van Votes – Strathcona Community Centre – October 12th
School and Parks Board Candidates in the upcoming election will be at Strathcona Community Centre Friday night from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Take the opportunity to get to know the candidates and ask the questions about issues important to you.
The Dirty Betty Show – Café Deux Soleils – October 12th
Looking for some saucy entertainment this Friday night? The Dirty Betty Show is back for their monthly stop at Café Deux Soleils. You expect comedians, drag superstars and improvisers. Doors open at 8:00 pm, show gets under way at 8:30 pm. Tickets are available at the door $10, but note the show can sell out. So we recommend checking in earlier.
Drive In Movies – River District – October 13th
Free Drive-In Movies are back this Saturday night at River District in SE Vancouver. It’s a double feature starting off with Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again at 7:15 and Dirty Dancing at 9:30 pm. Gates open at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit Picatic.
Whitish – Havana Theatre – October 13th
For one night only, Whitish comes to Havana Theatre. This is a storytelling show about the perils of being biracial. Six performers will ask the questions people ask, where are you from? What are you? The event is hosted by Jo Dworschak creator of Story Story Lie. The show is for one night only at Havana Theatre. Tickets are $12 and available online through Showpass.
AbraCadaver Cabaret: Urban Legends – Wise Hall – October 13th
A new event at the Wise Hall, the AbraCadaver Cabaret presents a series of horror inspired vignettes along with the world of magic, burlesque striptease and storytelling. The venue seems fitting since some seem to think the Wise is haunted. Due to the morbid subject matter, the show is not for the faint of heart. Advance tickets are available from $18 or at the door $20. Doors open at 8:00 pm, show gets under way at 9:00 pm.
The Transformers The Movie – Rio Theatre – October 13 & 14
Looking for some fun indoor entertainment with the kids this weekend, The Transformers – The Movie is showing at the Rio Theatre Saturday at 1:15 pm and Sunday at 9:30 pm for the big kids.
Free Movie ‘Hell Or High Water’ – Britannia Community Centre – October 14th
Britannia Community Centre is again showing a free moving this Sunday night. This week it’s Hell Or High Water. Things get underway at 6:30 pm. Everyone is welcome.
Comedy, Entertainment & Live Music
Looking for new spot to check out this weekend, reminder the Elephant Creamery is now open on the Drive located next to Sushiville.
If it’s live music you are after, the Libra Room on The Drive has a regular line up of music. Tangent Café hosts live jazz Sunday nights from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. Saturday, Pat’s Pub has live jazz Saturday afternoons from 3-7 pm, no cover.
Two Farmer Markets happening this weekend – Saturday it’s Riley Park (10 am – 2 pm) and Trout Lake (9 am – 2 pm). Just a reminder, the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is now closed for the season. Watch for the Hastings Park Winter Market coming November 4th. To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing.
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Beer & Cheese Pairing October 23rd at Luppolo Brewing Co.
9 Oct
Luppolo Brewing Co. and les amis du fromage have teamed up to bring you an evening of Beer & Cheese Pairing Tuesday, October 23, 2018. Head Brewer, Ryan Parfitt, of Luppolo and Allison Spurrell of les amis du fromage will guide you through a selection of Italian themed cheeses which they’ve selected to pair with a variety of beers including some limited and special releases. Dessert is included in the evening. The event happens at Luppolo Brewing Co., 1123 Venables Street. Tickets are 
$60 and available online through Picatic, or to avoid service charges, you can stop by the brewery to pick up your tickets.
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What’s On East Van: October 5th Edition
5 Oct
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.
Vegan Pop Market – Little Mountain Shop – October 4-8
There seems to be a few of these lately and that’s certainly not a bad thing in our view. The Little Mountain Shop, 4386 Main Street, is hosting a Vegan Pop Up Market this weekend. Are you shopping for some vegan friends or family? We expect a good selection here. Shop is open 11:00 am to 6:00 pm daily.
Girls Like That – Havana Theatre – October 5th & 6th
Sour Dog Theatre Presents: Girls Like That at Havana Theatre this Friday & Saturday night. “When a nude photograph of Scarlett goes viral in her high school, rumours spread across smartphones like wildfire and her reputation becomes toxic, threatening to shatter the fragile unity of the girls she has grown up with. Using shifts in time to interrogate when play turns into competition for young women, the play focuses on adolescent female friendship in the present day and how poisoned our perspectives can become in the face of societal and cultural pressures, and not to mention the fucking patriarchy.” If you have a daughter, niece, sister, you should show this production. These events transform lives and shape perceptions for a very long time, sometimes forever. Tickets are $25 and available online at Showpass.com.
Ola Volo Solo Exhibition – Settlement Building – October 5th & 6th
Ola Volo is having her first solo exhibition this weekend at the Settlement Building. King.Queen.Lovers.Fool will feature 12 original paintings on canvas limited edition artworks as well as one Ola Volo signature-sized mural on wood panel. We hear Doan’s Craft Beer will be on hand and Vancouver Urban Winery will have the wine at the ready. Opening Reception is October 5 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm and an Artist Talk is set for Saturday, October 6th at 3:30 pm. For more info, visit, the event’s Facebook page.
A Vancouver Guldasta – The Cultch – Until October 21st
On now this weekend at The Cultch, A Vancouver Guldasta features a Punjabi family in the early 80s. We attended opening night and wow! For anyone that lived in the 80s, this is certainly a flashback in time. There’s history here about Vancouver, but also world politics, religion and most importantly family, which isn’t always biological. Many people who grew in the multi cultural community that is Vancouver will resonate with the many themes in this production. We highly recommend. The show is on until October 21st. Tickets are available online at The Cultch.
Draw Draw Draw – Trout Lake Community Centre – October 6th
If you ever wanted to draw on the floors and walls, now’s your chance. The Trout Lake Community Centre invites you to do just that. They will be experimenting with drawing to music and sounds as well. This is a free event that happens from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Centre Lobby. All are welcome, but pre-registration is requested.
Eastside Flea – 550 Malkin Avenue – October 6th & 7th
In case you missed it, Eastside Flea has moved to a new location, 550 Malkin Avenue, Eastside Studios. 50 local vendors will be on hand this Saturday and Sunday as will food trucks, music and we hear pinball and pool. Kids and dogs are welcome as well. Admission is $3.00. The Eastside Flea runs 11:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Free Family Fun – Trout Lake Community Centre – October 8th
This holiday Monday, October 8th, Trout Lake Community Centre will have the gymnasium set up with a bouncy castle, arts and crafts and games for the kids from 10:00 am to Noon. It’s a free event, but you are asked to pre-register.
Brunch This Long Weekend?
Looking to do brunch this long weekend? Reminder that Havana Restaurant is now officially back and running after a small kitchen fire. If you are looking for more brunch ideas and where to go, don’t forget to check out our 2 features on Brunch On The Drive and Brunch In Hastings Sunrise. Lots of great places for eats and amazing coffee.
Live Music, Comedy & Entertainment
This weekend Kamloopa continues at The Cultch which is high energy Indigenous matriarchal story that follows two urban Indigenous sisters and a lawless trickster who face the world head-on as they come to terms with what it means to honour who they are and where they come from.
If it’s live music you are after, the Libra Room on The Drive has a regular line up of music. Tangent Café hosts live jazz Sunday nights from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. 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.
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The Parade Of Lost Souls Is Looking For Talent & Volunteers!
26 Sep
Do you know about this iconic East Van event celebrating The Day Of The Dead? The Parade of Lost Souls is undoubtedly one of our favourite events? Why you might ask. This is an event BY the people FOR the people. It is a grass-roots festival planned, organized and performed by, and for, the community which draws large crowds. With some creative direction from the folks at the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret, The Parade of Lost Souls encompasses dance, art, music, installations, acting and much more. This year the event happens Saturday, October 27th with the theme of Magic & Realism. This is where YOU come in. The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret is looking for volunteers to make this another spectacular event. Below we have set out some what they hope to see for this year’s event. But if you have a talent not listed you wish to share, drop them a note, they’d love to hear from you. Contact is Kat Single-Dain by email at katsingledain@gmail.com.
Keeping the theme of MAGIC, here’s what they are looking for:
1. Performers who have anything that they can do repeatedly as the parades go by them. Can you do a 2 minute performance piece? Or maybe an interactive character?
2. Performers/Clowns/Community Members who would like to be Parade Ambassadors, taking donations from the public. You will be expected to dress up In a costume and take a workshop on best practices when interacting with public. Seriously, bring in the clowns! They are looking for 20 this year.
3. DJs for a Hidden Dance Party along the parade route.
4. Roving characters – This is limited only by our imagination.
5. Volunteers to help load in, and set up set decorations.
6. A videographer to produce a short teaser video from this year’s parade (must have equipment and editing skills).
7. Can you tell fortunes? Do you read tarot cards? Do you do magic tricks? Are you a maker? Can you create a cool installation? Have an idea? Drop them a note.
NOW on the other hand if LOVE to dance, TAKE NOTE. There are 2 Flash Mobs planned this year. The Thriller Flashmob and The Time Warp Flash Mob. Each has their own Facebook Page and we’ve included links for each one. Should you dare, remember you will need to dress the part for whichever flash mob you wish to participate in. Want to know more, check out Parade Of Lost Souls.
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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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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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