February 1 - 23,
2003
An Enemy of the People: This adaptation
of Ibsen's classic depicts the struggle of an individual versus a community
facing the loss of its key industry to environmental concerns. At the Firehall
Arts Centre, 604-689-0926.
February 1 - 28, 2003
Strathcona Artist at Home Festival at the
Stratcona Community Centre, Vancouver
February 2, 2003
Los Angeles Guitar Quartet at the Chan Shun
Concert Hall, Vancouver; 604-280-3311.
February 5, 2003
From Shanghai Alley to Tinsel Town: Chinese
Canadians in Media Art at the Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch;
February 5 - 9, 2003
Vancouver International Boat Show at BC
Place Stadium; 604-294-1313.
February 7 - March 8, 2003
Little Shop of Horrors: Don't feed the plants!
Suddenly Seymour gets more than he bargained for in this Motown-meets-Broadway
musical sensation. At the Arts Club Theatre on Granville Island; 604-687-1644.
February 7, 2003
Robert Munsch Live in Concert at the Centennial
Theatre, North Vancouver; (604) 984-4484.
February 7, 2003
Toy Story - Free Family Movie Night at the
Britannia Community Centre, Vancouver; (604) 718-5800.
February 8, 2003
-Railways Run Through It: Discover the stories
and impacts of the railway history of Surrey. This exhibit has been researched
by a team of Community Curators, each expert in their field of railway
heritage. Discover the fascinating chronology of railways in Surrey, including
the early logging railways, the routes of New Westminster-Southern and
V.V.&E., the importance of the British Columbia Electric Railway, the
role of Brownsville as a terminus and Cloverdale as a railway hub, and
the more. Surrey Museum and Archives; 604-502-6456.
February 8, 2003
Chinese New Year Celebration: Pitt Meadows
Recreation Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dinner at 7p m. (no reserve seating)
Cost: $15 per ticket. Chinese Buffet Dinner provided by Enjoy Garden. Put
on by Pitt Meadows Foundation and Enjoy Garden Restaurant - get tickets
at Enjoy Garden, call Dolores 604-465-0657 or Carol 604-465-5398.
February 8, 2003
Heritage Valentine Card Workshop at the
Surrey Museum and Archives; (604) 502-6456.
February 8, 2003
Wild Bird Trust of BC Walk: MAPLEWOOD'S
WINTER WATERFOWL - and their wonderful ways. At Maplewood Flats Conservation
Area. 604-924-2581.
February 9 - May 25, 2003
Kids Koncerts: Presented by Vancouver Symphony
Orchestra. The series opens up the world of music for kids of all ages,
with fun and interative performances by some of North America's top youth
entertainers. Concert dates are: February 9 & 23, March 30, May 4 &
25; Orpheum Theatre; 604-876-3434.
February 9, 2003
Kids' Koncert: Maestro Orpheus and the World
Clock at the Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver; 604-280-3311.
February 11 - 22, 2003
Red Rock Diner: This two act musical revue
is based on the legendary radio deejay, Red Robinson and celebrates the
50th anniversary of rock 'n' roll, at the Vogue Theatre, Vancouver; 604-280-4444.
February 11, 2003
Jann Arden, Calgary-born songstress, who
has sold over two millions records worldwide & earned seven Juno Awards.
A Unique Lives & Experiences presentation. At the Orpheum Theatre,
Vancouver; 604-280-4444.
February 11, 2003
Muller, Lovens & Mahall, presented by
the Coastal Jazz & Blues Society at the St. James Community Square;
604-280-4444.
February 12 - 15, 2003
Sketch Fest: The Comedy Festival presents
Canada's only festival devoted exclusively to sketch comedy! Featuring
groups from Vancouver and across Canada and the U.S. Performance Works,
Granville Island; 604-257-0366.
February 14, 2003
BC Cup Speed Skating: Athletes from all
over BC will arrive in Abbotsford to compete to have a place on the team
that will represent BC outside of the province. Abbotsford Recreation Centre;
604 854-0184.
February 14 - 15, 2003
A CELTIC CELEBRATION WITH NATALIE MACMASTER:
Special guest Natalie MacMaster joins the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra
in a special Valentine’s Day treat that celebrates MacMaster’s proud Cape
Breton musical roots. Orpheum Theatre; 604-280-3311.
February 14 & 15, 2003
Snowshoe & Chocolate Fondue at Mount
Seymour; 604-986-2231.
February 14 - 16, 2003
Outdoor Adventure Sports Show and Vancouver
Golf & Travel Show at BC Place Stadium; 1-800-891-4859.
February 14 - 16, 2003
The Vancouver Golf & Travel Show at
BC Place Stadium; 1-800-891-4859.
February 14 - 22, 2003
6th Annual Vancouver International Mountain
Film festival, various venues around Vancouver; 604-986-6191.
February 14-16, 2003
The Advil Outdoor Adventure Show at BC Place
Stadium; 1-800-891-4859.
February 15, 2003
PRESCHOOL FAIR at Harry Jerome (Lonsdale)
recCentre. Resources, preschools, products and community services for Toddlers
and preschoolers. Call 604-983 -6461 to book a table.
February 15 - 16, 2003
Best of the West Antique Expo - the Cabin
Fever Edition at the Tradex Exhibition Centre, Abbotsford; 1-800-667-0619.
February 15 - 16, 2003
Best of the West Antique Expo at the Tradex
Centre, Abbotsford; 1-800-667-0619.
February 16, 2003
Broccoli and Butterflies, Axis Theatre:
After two years in development, the Centennial Theatre is excited to present
"Broccoli and Butterflies" as part of the 2002/2003 Family Festival. "Broccoli
and Butterflies" is the story about the thrilling journey of three caterpillars
from birth to maturity. Centennial Theatre, North Vancouver; 604-984-4484.
February 19 - 22, 2003
Pacific Piano Competition at the Gateway
Theatre, Richmond; 604-270-6500.
February 19 - 23, 2003
BC Home & Garden Show at BC Place Stadium;
604-412-2288.
February 20 - 22, 2003
The Sleeping Beauty by the Royal Winnipeg
Ballet, at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre; 604-280-3311.
February 20 - 22, 2003
The Sleeping Beauty, presented by the Royal
Winnipeg Ballet, at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre; 604-280-3311.
February 20 - 22, 2003
Pacific Agriculture Show at the Tradex Centre,
Abbotsford; (604) 291-1553.
February 21 - March 16, 2003
Merlin: Carousel Theatre presents an epic
tale of destiny, power and friendship that is a must-see for fans of Harry
Potter, The Lord of the Rings. At the Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island;
604-685-6217
February 21, 2003
Comedian Bill Cosby at the Orpheum Theatre,
Vancouver; 604-280-4444.
February 22 - March 22, 2003
Romeo and Juliet at the Vancouver Playhouse;
604-873-3311.
February 22, 2003
Children's Annual Swap-n-Sell at the Douglas
Recreation Centre, Langley: 604-514-2865.
February 22, 2003
Dave Douglas Septet: Trumpet Player and
composer of the year, 2002 Down Beat. At the Vancouver East Cultural Centre;
604-872-5200.
February 22, 2003
Hands Across the Sea: Featuring The Band
of the Grenadier Guards and The Pipes and Drums and Dancers of The Scots
Highlanders, at the Pacific Coliseum; 604-280-4444.
February 22, 2003
Kids Swap Meet: Over 100 vendors, kids clothes,
toys - for sale. Abbotsford; 604 513-8880 for details.
February 22, 2003
Kids Toy and Clothing Sale at the Cloverdale
Fairgrounds, 10 am until 1pm, 6050 176th St., Surrey; 604-720 7721.
February 22, 2003
VECC Kids’ Series presents Axis Theatre
Co.’s Broccoli & Butterflies, Vancouver East Cultural Centre; 604-251-1363.
February 23, 2003
Kids' Koncert: Charlotte Diamond at the
Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver; 604-280-3311.
February 23, 2003
PASSPORT TO THE PAST: Celebrate the development
of Langley and the changes in transportation. Travel through Fort Langley's
History by hiking the Fort-to-Fort trail and participating in activities
at the heritage area at Derby Reach, the National Historic Site and the
Langley Centennial Museum. 604-888-3911 for more information.
February 25, 2003
Barrage: The latest techniques in theatrical
and lighting design capture the cast of violin players as they weave effortlessly
between each other. Vogue Theatre, Vancouver; 604-280-4444.
February 26, 2003
Barrage: he latest techniques in theatrical
and lighting design capture the cast of violin players as they weave effortlessly
between each other, form crisp lines, dissolve into spinning concentric
circles and resolve into tightly knit formations with bows flying and feet
blurring. The unique ensemble sound of Barrage captivates the ear from
the very first note! Vogue Theatre, Vancouver; 604-280-4444.
February 28 - March 2, 2003
Great Canadian RV - Sports & Outdoor
Show & Sale at the Pacific National Exhibition;
Ongoing until February 8, 2003
Mary's Wedding: A heart aching and haunting
romance about a young couple torn apart by World War I, who discover that
their love transcends time and place. Vancouver Playhouse Theatre; 604-873-3311.
Ongoing until February 23, 2003
Arsenic and Old Lace: A sip of wine and
a splash of murder. Two elderly aunts mix up more than cocktails for lonely
gentleman callers. Stanley Theatre, Vancouver. 604-687-1644.
Ongoing until February 15, 2003
Treasures: A collection of smaller Inuit
sculptures that date predominantly from the 1970's. A great many of these
diminutive creations fit within the hand and beg to be handled. Inuit Gallery
of Vancouver; 604-688-7323.
Ongoing until February 16, 2003
Dinner With Friends, a comedy-drama at the
Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Burnaby; 604-205-3000.
Ongoing until March 1, 2003
Len Norris: A Retrospective Part 1: a retrospective
of the work of the well know cartoonist, West Vancouver Museum and Archives;
Ongoing until March 14, 2003
Everest: at the Alcan OMNIMAX Theatre, Science
World, 604-443-7443.
Ongoing until March 14, 2003
Secrets of the Lost Temple Explore an ancient
Myan temple and hunt for priceless treasures in this Virtual Voyages Motion
Simulator ride, which combines live-action film and computer generated
images with state-of-the-art sound and motion. Sat.,Sun. & holidays;
At the H.R. Macmillan Space Centre, 604-738-7827.
Ongoing
India: Kingdom of the Tiger: Journey across
India, a breathtaking land shaped by a myriad of cultures, customs and
traditions. Inspired by the writings and experiences of Jum Corbett, a
pioneer of Indian wildlife conservation. A glorious tribute to this magnificent
land, and to its greatest ambassador - the mighty Bengal Tiger. At the
CN IMAX at Canada Place, 604-682-IMAX.
March 1 - 2, 2003
Abbotsford Collector Car Show & Auction,
Tradex Centre, Abbotsford; 604 514-227. |
