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Rockin For A Good Cause Multi-Charity Fundraiser Saturday November 9th

6 Nov

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You are invited to a multi-charity music fundraiser being held this Saturday, November 9th at the Maritime Labour Centre, 1880 Triumph Street.  This is a 60s inspired event and you are encouraged to dress the part.   There will be five bands playing including The Ukesters, Louise & Greg Weir Band, The Bukowskis,  Rainshadow and The Hot Fluctuations all playing music from the 60s.  This night of music, dancing and fun is in support of a number of different charities including Amnesty International Canada, Click – Contributing to Lives of Inner City Kids, Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign, The Stephen Lewis Foundation and the Hastings Park Elementary PAC.  Tickets are $20 at the door. Cash bar.  The event kicks off at 7:30 p.m. and goes till 12:30 p.m.   Come on down and rock out for a good cause!

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The Cultch Gallery Presents The Annual Eastside Culture Crawl Preview: The Drawing Show November 6th

5 Nov

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The Cultch Gallery, 1895 Venables Street, invites you to a preview of the Eastside Culture Crawl this Wednesday, November 6th .  The Eastside Culture Crawl is an annual three day visual arts festival that showcases artistic talent from Vancouver’s Eastside.  During the 3 day event starting November 15th artists open up their studios to the public. You will find sculptors, potters, painters, photographers, printmakers, glass blowers, furniture markers, jewelers and more.  The Cultch Gallery will be exhibiting a selection of drawings from local artists, both rising and established artists, which work has been curated by the Eastside Culture Crawl.  A reception will take place at The Cultch showcasing the works of local illustrators. Reception starts at 6:00 p.m. and runs to 8:00 pm . Everyone is welcome to attend.  If you miss the opening reception, the exhibit will run till December 14, 2013.

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Beer Olympics At Wise Hall November 5th – Beer, Fun and Prizes!

4 Nov

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You are invited to the 1st Ever Beer Olympics tomorrow at The Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street. This fun event is a Keep The Wise Alive Benefit which will have beer tastings, competitions, door prizes and from what I can gather a whole lot of fun. There will be 10 teams competing for Beer Supremacy.  They are:

The WISE Staff
The WISE BODs
The ANZA
Sin Peaks
The Cultch
505/Point Blank Creative
Falconettis
Beer & Loathing Softball
Moroons
Legacy Liquor

The challenging events include:

Wii
Video Game Challenge
Tug o’ War
Charades
Tricycle Races
Blind Beer Tasting

The event sponsors are names any beer lover should recognize:

Parallel 49 Brewing Company
Howe Sound Brewing
Mill St. Brewing
Red Truck Beer
Driftwood Brewery

Both teams and fans have chances to win over $1500 worth of prizes. Some of the prizes up for grabs include:

–  $500 in VISA cards

– a pair of tickets to Bison w/ Red Fang @ Rickshaw Nov 11th 

– 2 pairs of tix to The Reason w/ Thee Attacks @ Venue Nov 29th

-a pair of tickets to Five Alarm funk Show @ Imperial

-WISE swag

-$75 in gift certificates for the Dime Roadhouse on Commercial Drive

-a pair of tickets to Cousin Harley December 6th Live at the WISE

-a pair of tickets for New Year’s Eve Gala Live at the WISE

-2 pairs of tickets for Clancy’s Angels at The WISE Hall

– goodies from Bonerattle Music

-$40 gift certificate for East Village Bakery

-$25 gift certificate from St. Augustine’s

-a pair of tickets to an upcoming show at The Cultch (East Vancouver Cultural Centre)

-gift certificate for BierCraft

-gift pack of marinade & hot sauces from The Reef Restaurant

Tickets are available for $20 at the WISE Lounge, Highlife Records or online at Brown Paper Tickets.   You can could also take a stab at winning tickets. Visit their Facebook page for more details.

Come cheer on your favourite team for Beer Supremacy!

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Diwali Fest Events Happening In East Vancouver

1 Nov

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Diwali Fest is now on being celebrated in the Lower Mainland until November 8th.  Diwali Fest is an annual South Asian arts and culture festival which celebrates the universal light that exists in everyone.  The word ‘diwali’ means “row of lighted lamps” and light symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, prosperity over poverty and knowledge over ignorance.  It’s a time for lighting ‘diyas’, laying out colour ‘rangolis’, setting off fireworks, exchanging gifts of sweets and celebrating by way of dance, music and storytelling. Diwali Fest is now celebrating it’s 10th anniversary. As such, there are a number of events around the Lower Mainland. We have set out some of the workshops in East Vancouver over the coming days.  These workshops are extremely popular and feature professional artists and facilitators leading workshops in rangoli design, diya lamp painting, Bollywood dancing, and mehndi hand painting. A nominal fee may be charged. Contact each community centre directly to register or for further information:

Diwali Workshops

Sat. November 2nd: 10:30 am -12:30 pm
Renfrew Park Community Centre
2929 East 22nd Avenue, Vancouver

Sun. November 3rd: 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Trout Lake Community Centre
3360 Victoria Drive, Vancouver

Mon. November 4th: 12:00 pm – 3 pm
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
6470 Victoria Drive, Vancouver

Fri., November 8th: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Thunderbird Community Centre
2311 Cassaiar Street, Vancouver

Come light your spirit at Diwali Fest.

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Photo Credit: William George

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Tipper Restaurant Concert Series Continues Nov. 2nd With Dark Willow & Tom Rawson

30 Oct

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The Tipper Restaurant and Review Room continues their Saturday Concert Series November 2nd. On deck this Saturday are Dark Willow and Tom Rawson.  Dark Willow is the duo Ellen van der Hoeven and David Donaldson with traditional Canadian and British Isles music on penny whistle and guitar. You can expect some good toe-tapping fun. Joining them this Saturday is Tom Rawson who I hear has a talent for inspiring people to come together with his disarming manner and generous heart. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself in a house full of people united in song. Music begins at 8:00 p.m., but doors open at 7:15 p.m. Reservations are not available, so either come early for dinner and grab your seat, or come and have a drink while you watch the show.  Cost of show is $10 at the door.  The Tipper Restaurant and Review Room is located at 2066 Kingsway at Victoria Drive.

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Call To Artists For Redesign Of Vancity Credit Union Commercial Drive Branch

30 Oct

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Vancity Credit Union is seeking applications from artists or teams of artists to redesign the Vancity Branch on Commercial Drive.  One part of the redesign involves asking local artists to submit applications with images of available, completed artwork and expressions of interest in creating a commissioned artwork for the branch that reflects the community if services.

There will be two Artist Information Sessions held at the Commercial Drive branch located at 1675 Commercial Drive on:

–  Thursday, November 7th, 6:30 to 7:30 pm

–  Saturday, November 9th, 4:00 to 6:30 pm

If you are interested in attending either of these sessions, you are asked to RSVP by email to: Anna_Lambert@vancity.com.  For submission guidelines and further information about the call to artists, visit Vancity’s website.  You can also contact  Tanya Slingsby, Artists Facilitator, at Vancity Credit Union by email at Tanya_Slingsby@vancity.com or by phone at T: 1 778-889-4240.

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The Woman In Black Opening at Little Mountain Gallery October 31st

28 Oct

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Yogurt Theatre Co. presents “The Woman in Black” at Little Mountain Gallery starting this Thursday, October 31st.    This production is the second by this young theatre company which was founded in December 2012 by artistic director Chris Cochrane.

The play is about Arthur Kipps, a retired lawyer, who enlists the help of a young actor to tell the story of what happened to him when he was sent to the late Mrs. Drablow’s creaky old estate in Eel Marsh. The cold air, thick fog and Mrs. Drablow’s old mansion set the stage for a series of events that will change Arthur’s life forever.

This is a terrifying ghost play adapted by Stephen Mallatratt from the book by Susan Hill. The Woman in Black has been running in London’s West End since 1988 and has been performed all around the world. This is not a bloody or gruesome story, but one that crawls up your spine and whispers in your ear.  How befitting the opening night is this Halloween. The production runs till November 16th at Little Mountain Gallery, 195 East 26th Avenue with shows at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $20 and available at BrownPaperTickets.  Here are a few teasers from London as to what you can expect at the Woman in Black.

 “Don’t go unless you like being scared out of your wits.”  Sunday Mirror

“One of the most brilliantly effective spine-chillers you will ever encounter”  The Daily Telegraph

“Prepare to be haunted by one of the best horror stories your will ever see on the stage.”  HELLO Magazine

Photo Credit: Andrzej Pobiedziński

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All Souls Night: Lantern Walk & Musical Procession to Mountain View Cemetery October 26th

25 Oct

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South Hill Neighbours invite you to All Souls Night this Saturday, October 26th.   This event was created to provide opportunities for the public to commemorate their dead with a family-oriented community art event. Artists and community will be coming together to create a sanctuary for remembrance and reflection.  They will be meeting at MacDonald Park located at 44th Avenue and Prince Edward at 6:30 pm.   Everyone will walk together to the Mountain View Cemetery.   You are encouraged to bring a lantern which you can hang in the South Hill Neighbours Tree. If the night is dry, musicians will accompany the procession from MacDonald Park to Mountain View Cemetery.  The event is curated by artists Paula Jardine and Marina Szijarto.  Musicians, singers, visual and digital artists will join together to create a setting that invites everyone to remember those we’ve lost and find beautiful ways to mark their passing and the emotions of parting. Candles, Swedish fire logs, bonfires in carved oil barrels, prayer flags and homemade memorials all make this a magical evening.  The event takes place rain, shine and in this week’s case, fog.

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Upcoming Halloween Events In East Vancouver

23 Oct

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Lots of fun events coming to East Vancouver for Halloween, that includes for the big kids and the wee ones.  We have set out a sampling of some of the events happening in East Van. This is by no means a comprehensive list.  If you have an event, you’d like to see included on the list, feel free to add a comment below, or email us directly at createveinvan@gmail.com:

HALLOWEEN COSTUME BALL, Telus World of Sciences, 1455 Quebec Street.  Party in the iconic sphere features two rooms of music on two floors and eight DJs. October 26th, tickets $45 – $55 and available at Twisted.ca.

MONSTER MASH COSTUME BASH III, Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street.   Music by Radio Clash (Clash cover band featuring Rich Hope & Billy Bones from VCMC), the James T Kirks and the Strugglers. October 26th, tickets $15 and available at BrownPaperTickets.com.

FRIGHT NIGHTS,  Playland, 2901 E. Hastings St.  Six haunted houses, 12 rides and a freaky sideshow, The Monsters of Schlock. On now until November 2nd (enter E. Hastings & Windermere), tickets $22 – 35 and available at FrightNights.ca.

DOOMS NIGHT & TIESTO, Pacific Coliseum.  Solid Events present its annual Halloween Massive with a 2 day extravaganza featuring an all-night and concert experience headlined by Tiesto. October 26th  and 27th Tickets available at TicketLeader.ca.

NO MEMES NO, Hot Art Wet City, 2206 Main Street.  Halloween party and group art show inspired by the internet. Guests are asked to dress up as their favourite meme. October 31st, tickets $5 – 10 and available at Eventbrite.ca.

PARADE OF LOST SOULS, A beloved East Van event, location announced at midnight October 26th. Expect a parade of wild costumes, giant puppets, live music and performance art created by local community members. Follow Public Dreams Society on their website, Twitter or Facebook for the latest details. October 26th 6:30 – 9:30 pm. Free.

FEDERICO’S SUPPER CLUB, 1728 Commercial Drive.  Encore 80’s Night Halloween Party with Mark Olexson and the A-Deez. October 31st. Two course meal for $40 (includes dinner, show fee concert & dancing) or $50 (includes 3 course meal, show fee concert & dancing).  To make your reservation T:  604-251-3473.

COMMUNITY EVENTS FOR THE WEE ONES:

Sunset Community Centre:  Haunted House & Carnival (5+) – October 25th  6:30 – 9:00 pm. The Sunset youth volunteers are organizing a free family event for 5 years & up. Haunted House, carnival games, trick or treating & concessions.

Trick Or Treat in the East Village:  October 26th Sat. Noon – 3 pm.  Come dressed in your Halloween finest and trick or treat your way along the stretch from 2100 to 2800 East Hastings Street.

Renfrew Park Community Centre:  Children’s Halloween Event – October 26th 12:30 pm- 3:00 pm

Trout Lake Community Centre:  Halloween Party – October 27th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. Come jump in the bouncy castle, play Halloween games and make some pumpkin crafts.  Registration required for this event which will take place in the gym.   Cost is $4 per child and suitable for ages 3 and up.

River District Halloween Party: Princess, Pirates & Magical Creatures Party – October 27th 1:00 – 3:00 pm. River District is celebrating Halloween with a magical creatures, princess and pirate-themed party. Create tricked-out treat bags and crafts.  Come dressed-up in costume and win some goodies from the treasure chest.

Killarney Community Centre: Halloween Carnival October 27th,, suitable for ages 3 – 12.

Note: Pre-registration required for many of the community centre events.   

Happy Halloween!

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Knit Social 2013 Croatian Cultural Centre October 26th & 27th

23 Oct

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Knit Social is back for a second year at the Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive.   If you love to knit, purl one, purl two this event is for you.  There will be a lots of great workshops, demos, tips, tricks and much more. The list of vendors participating in this weekend’s event is quite extensive, but include Baaad Anna’s, Astor Tsang, Drama Llama, The Red Fox and Gown, Sanjo Silk, Vegan Yarn, The Wacky Windmill and Yarn Makes Me Happy. For a full rundown of all the vendors on site for the show, visit Knit Social’s website.  If you get hungry, food trucks will be at the venue for the duration of the show specifically: The Bean Buggy, Varinicey Pakoras and Taser Sandwiches.  Knit Social will also be giving away 50 swag bags this weekend, but instead of handing them out at the door, they will be drawing 25 names each day at 1:00 p.m. If your name gets drawn, you win a bag.  Knit Social takes place Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. Admission is $5.00 (cash only) with children 12 and under free.

Photo Credit: Ula Kapala

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