Well if you are an early bird, then you might enjoy the new Social Yoga that begins on January 10th at Pallet Roasters, 323 Semlin Drive, in the Hastings Sunrise area. Classes run from 7:30 – 9:30 am on Saturday, January 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st and include breakfast and freshly roasted coffee. The class does have a maximum of 6 people so if this appeals to you, best be quick, space is limited. Cost is $120. Or if you prefer, you can check out The Café Class running on Thursdays at 6:30 a.m. at Railtown Catering & Café starting January 8th for 4 sessions for $100. If you’d like more information or to register, visit the Social Yoga. Of course, these classes would make a great gift for the yoga and coffee lover in your life.
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The Weekend Café Class Social Yoga At Pallet Roasters
16 Dec
The East Van H.A.M. At Studio East Saturday December 20th
15 Dec
The East Van HAM (Holiday Artisan Market) is back again for a second year this Saturday, December 20th. This is a last minute gift show taking place at Studio East. This market brings together over 30 local artisans and craftspeople. You can expect to find unique thoughtful gifts that are locally made and sustainable in a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. While you shop, DJs will be spinning tunes. As well food and beverages will be served during the afternoon. The event takes place at Studio East, 1480 Frances Street, (off McLean Drive) from Noon – 6:00 p.m. Stop by and support local.
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Got Craft? At Maritime Labour Centre December 13th & 14th
12 Dec
Got Craft? is an independent craft fair which will be holding its Holiday Edition market this weekend at the Maritime Labour Centre, 1880 Triumph Street, with some 75+ local vendors.
Got Craft? is one of many great opportunities to see first hand how much creative talent there is in this City. The event aims to bring together a community that fosters handmade and do-it-yourself culture. You can expect to find a variety of handmade items including jewellery, stationery, housewares, plush toys, baked goods, artisan chocolates and much more. Some new vendors lined up this year include Rogue Florist, Shoreside Studios, Small Wonder, Livia Sweets and Jon Shaw Paintings. For a full rundown of all the vendors at this year’s fair, check out Vendors 2014.
This weekend you are also invited to come flex your creative muscle in one of the their FREE hands on workshops hosted by Spool of Thread sewing lounge, Small Wonder and Delish General Store. Projects include do-it-yourself ornaments and holiday tags. And if all that shopping makes you hungry, they’ve got you covered there as well. A few local food carts including Taser Grilled Cheese, Ze Bite and The Kaboom Box will be on hand.
The event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on both Saturday, December 13th & Sunday, December 14th. Tickets are $3.00 cash at the door. Children under 10 are free. The first 50 attendees on each of the days, will receive a free swag bag. Now that’s certainly an incentive to get out early if you aren’t generally inclined to.
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Shiny Fuzzy Muddy At The Heritage Hall December 13th & 14th
10 Dec
Shiny Fuzzy Muddy happens at the beautiful historic Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street, this weekend. This collaborative effort is brought to you by Janna Hurtzig, Kari Woo, Arleigh Wood, Frances Dickinson and Laura McKibbon. This event was created in 2003 in an effort to bring the organizers art to people and has continued since that date. They hand pick the artists that join them each year so you can expect some returning favourites as well as some new guest artists that will be exhibiting their work. You can expect to find jewellery, ceramics, fine art, clothing, textiles from local artists including Toodlebunny, Julie MacKinnon Ceramics, Heather Konschuh Glass, Daub & Design, Adhesif Clothing Company and kari woo contemporary art jewellery to be name but a few. Shiny Fuzzy Muddy runs Saturday, December 13th from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm and Sunday, December 14th from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Admission is $2.00.
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Pet Photos With Santa At Vancouver SPCA Saturday December 6th
5 Dec
Come out and support the Vancouver SPCA this Saturday, December 6th by bringing your pet for a photo with Santa. The event will take place at the BC Vancouver SPCA Branch, 1205 East 7th Avenue, from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For a minimum $20 donation, you will receive a digital photograph with 100% of the proceeds going to support the animals in the Vancouver Shelter.
While you are at the shelter, feel free to drop off an item from their Wish List. The Vancouver SPCA is always grateful to receive donations in kind of items such as canned cat & dog food for the finicky eaters and treats for both cats & dogs. Of course, toys to keep animals from getting bored or frustrated are graciously accepted as well. Every donation counts no matter how small. If you wish to see the other items the Vancouver SPCA is grateful to receive, visit their website at Vancouver SPCA. Thank you for helping support the great work the staff and volunteers do at the Vancouver SPCA.
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TOQUE: Western Front’s Annual Fundraiser & Craft Fair December 5th & 6th
4 Dec
You are invited to come out and support TOQUE. This is an annual fundraiser for the Western Front which is one of Canada’s leading artist-run-centers for contemporary art and new music. The two-day event will be held in the Luxe Hall at Western Front, 303 E. 8th Avenue, and features a selection of talented artists, designers and artisans. Some of the items you can expect to find include books, cards, jewellery, textiles and ceramics as well as one-of-a-kind objects and delectable treats. Vendors participating in this year’s event include Fable Naturals, 1UP Caramels, Hives for Humanity, Draw Me A Lion, Made by Kin, Maggie Boyd Ceramics, Olla Flowers, Simply Read Books and WarmAndDrift and many more. This event runs Friday, December 5th from 6:00 to 10:00 pm and Saturday, December 6th from 11 am to 5:00 pm. Admission is by donation.
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East Van Artist: June Hunter Festive Studio Sale December 12 – 14
3 Dec
One of our favourite East Van artists, June Hunter, is having her annual Festive Studio Sale December 12th to 14th. If you don’t know her work, June has a way with nature that shows in all her pieces. Her work has been featured in Style at Home House and Home and Where Vancouver as well as on CBC’s Living Vancouver.
This December you are invited into her studio ‘where the magic happens’ and by doing so, find yourself some great deals on her work. You can expect to find discounts on jewellery, tiles, magnets and wood panels as well as the opportunity to see some of her larger pieces as well as one of a kinds. Snacks and refreshments will be served among the twinkly lights around her studio, those June says the squirrels didn’t eat last year. 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, December 12th from 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Saturday, December 13th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday, December 14th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
If you are not able to attend the Festive Studio Sale, you can also catch June at The Make It Show happening at the PNE Forum Building, 2901 E. Hastings Street, December 4th – 7th Should you miss either of these two events, you can also visit her Shop Online or find some of her work at Doctor Vigari Gallery, 1816 Commercial Drive.
Photos Courtesy of June Hunter Images
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16th Annual Trinity Street Christmas Light Festival
1 Dec
The 16th Annual Trinity Street Christmas Light Festival gets under way on December 1st. The residents of 2400 – 2900 blocks of Trinity Street put up an amazing display of Christmas lights. You are invited to come out and take a wander among the lights. The Trinity Street Christmas Light Festival will also be holding Winter Walks on December 13th and 20th from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. On those evenings, hot chocolate will be available to help warm you up. To ensure this remains a safe event, organizers ask that you leave the car behind, or park a little ways away and walk in. Lights go out each night at 10:00 p.m. So come early to see the dazzling display which will surely get you into the spirit of Christmas! This event raises funds for Kiwassa Neighbourhood House and The Bloom Group.
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Giving Locally: Vancouver BC SPCA Wish List
25 Nov
We at ILiveInEastVan.com are big supporters of all the great work the staff and volunteers do at the Vancouver SPCA. The SPCA is a non-profit organization that helps nearly 37,000 injured, abused and homeless animals each year and relies on generous donations from supporters. We provide our support wherever we can. If you follow us, you know we regularly feature many of the pets waiting for adoption. Today, we would like to tell you about a different way you can support the Vancouver SPCA. That is by contributing some much needed items from their Wish List. Maybe you have some extra items at home that they could use, or maybe you would like to purchase a few items from their Wish List for them this Christmas. Which ever way you choose to support them, these items go a long way to helping them do the great work they do. If you do purchase new items to be donated, keep your receipt and drop it off with some identification and you are eligible for a tax receipt for income tax purposes. We have set out below a short list of some of the most wanted items that would help them immensely, we invite you to take a peek:
Animal Care
- Gently Used Bedding, Towels & Blankets
- Clumping litter for cats
- Fancy Feast or Tiki cat tuna for adult cats & senior cats
- Treats for cats: They love Temptations
- Smart toys and kongs of any kind
- Leashes/collars
- Bully sticks and hard chew toys for dogs
- Training treats for dogs
- Small animal toys for -chinchillas, guinea pigs, rabbits, rats & gerbils
- Craisins, Cheerios, Shreddies
- Romaine lettuce, bok choy, carrots, cilantro & parsley for the rabbits
Cleaning – Office
- Eco friendly cleaning products
- Paper Towels
- Dishwashing soap
- Heavy duty garbage bags
- Photocopy paper
Donations can be dropped off at the Vancouver Shelter at 1205 East 7th Avenue (at the corner of East 6th Avenue & Keith Drive). For those taking transit, the Vancouver SPCA Shelter is located across the street from the VCC-Clark Skytrain Station. The shelter is open Monday to Friday 10:30 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday & Sunday from Noon – 4:00 pm and items can be dropped anytime during those times. If you have any questions, you can phone or email the Vancouver shelter directly at T: 604-879-7721 or vancouver@spca.bc.ca. We thank you in advance for helping support the great work these folks do speaking for all those that cannot speak for themselves.
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Pop Up Shop at les amis du Fromage With 3 Local Vendors November 22nd and 23rd
16 Nov
Les amis du FROMAGE is hosting another delicious Pop Up Shop during the weekend of the Eastside Culture Crawl. Their East Van location at 843 East Hastings is a hop, skip and jump from many of the artist studios participating in the Eastside Culture Crawl on November 22nd and 23rd. We encourage you to stop by les amis du Fromage between Noon and 4:00 pm to check out one of these great local vendors. On hand will be The Salty Cookie Company which is the brainchild of Meredith Kaufman who has been a pastry chef for many years and The Lemon Square which make delicious handmade lemon squares with fresh lemons, butter and a dusting of coconut. Very addictive speaking from experience. Natalie Ferrari-Morton brings you her locally made East Van Jams. Natalie is all about “more love, less sugar”. Unlike conventional jams, East Van Jam is made with a 4:1 fruit to sugar ratio. That means four cups of real fruit (not juice from concentrate) to one cup of sugar and using 95% BC grown fruit (organic as often as possible and some straight from East Van backyards). You can bet there will be lots of samples on hand. Les amis du fromage will be open from 10:00 am- 6:00 pm during the weekend of the Eastside Culture Crawl (November 22nd & 23rd). Come out and support these budding entrepreneurs and, of course, the artists participating in the Eastside Culture Crawl!
Photo Credit: The Lemon Square
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