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July 1, 2003
Canada Day - Maple Ridge: The annual Maple
Ridge Multi-cultural Canada Day celebration is a tremendous event that
attracts over 5000 participants. The day begins with a traditional flag
raising ceremony, 11:00 am, at the cenotaph in Memorial Peace Park, Maple
Ridge. Following the ceremony, the Canada Day family-oriented festival
includes multi-cultural foods, arts and crafts vendors, entertainment,
and children's activities. To volunteer or for more information, call the
Community Festival Office at 604-467-7325.
July 1, 2003
Canada Day 2003: Granville Island presents
an Island-wide family event for Canada Day, packed with free, fun-filled
activities. Wearing red & white is your ticket to ride the ferries
to Granville Island 2-for-1 and receive your official Canada Day tattoo!
Other free family activities include: Truly Canadian Breakfast at the Dockside
Restaurant, Patriotic Pooch Contest (sponsored by Kids Market & Woofles),
Official Canada Day ceremonies at the Mound and cake cutting; Fun at the
Waterpark, False Creek Community Centre and Kids Market, Granville Island
Patriotic Pastrydu Maurier International Jazz Festival Vancouver exclusively
on Granville Island, (12 noon- 12 midnight performances on 5 stages), Granville
Island Patriotic Patio Party (BBQ at Island restaurants), Pickup Canada
Day programs at the Granville Island Information Centre at the end of June.
For more info call (604) 666-5784.
July 1, 2003
Canada Day: With activities reminiscent
of the past, this exciting, action-filled day will offer interactive Canada
Day fun for the whole family. Highlights of the day will include hayrides
and pony rides, outdoor and indoor stages with live entertainment, contests,
carnival games, roving street performers, miniature train rides and much
more! Canada Place, Vancouver;
July 1, 2003
Squamish, Canada Day Celebrations: Official
ceremonies, children's races, canine demonstrations, birthday cup cake,
face painting... and a lot more. A special event takes place at the West
Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish. (604) 892-9244.
July 1, 2003
CANADA DAY 2003 CELEBRATIONS: FREE ADMISSION
- FREE CAKE - FREE ENTERTAINMENT Burnaby's official Canada Day celebrations.
Burnaby Village Museum; 604-293-6501.
July 1, 2003
Canada Day celebration at Peace Arch Park:
Official ceremonies start at noon accompanied by a Grand March with colours,
The Penninsula Pipers and the RCMP volunteer bike patrol.
July 1, 2003
Canada Day Pancake and Parade, Grand Boulevard
West between 13th and 15th, North Vancouver; Breakfast starts at 7:30 am,
Parade at 10 am. 604-985-0081.
July 1, 2003
Salmon Festival: Start things off by attending
the parade at 10am, then enjoy a day of activities and fun. Music,
belt-sander races, fresh fish, attended by about 50,000 people. Steveston;
(604) 718-8080.
July 1, 2003
Surrey Celebrates Canada Day! Cloverdale
Millenium Amphitheatre ( 64ave & 176 st); 604-591-4203.
July 1 - 9, 2003
FIH 4 Nation Field Hockey Tournament: Don't
miss out on the fastest moving game in town! Participating teams for the
men's competition are Canada, Belgium, Great Britain and India. On the
women's side are Canada, China, Scotland and Wales. Come out and show your
support! UBC Wright Field, University of British Columbia.
July 2, 2003
DECISION 2010 at General Motors Place, Vancouver;
7am;
July 3, 2003
Clive Tucker and Maggi Kneer's "Serving
It Right" is an exhibition of extraordinary serving dishes which take the
ritual of breaking bread to new and unusual heights. At the Gallery of
BC Ceramics, 1359 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC, 604-669-5645.
July 3 - 13, 2003
Dancing on the Edge Festival: Vancouver's
ten-day dance festival features dance works from across Canada and the
U.S.A. Firehall Arts Centre, 280 East Cordova Street, Vancouver; 604-689-0926.
July 4, 2003
4th July Parade, 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM, Point
Roberts, Washington;
July 4, 2003
Relay for Life: The Canadian Cancer Society's
Relay for Life is a celebration of survival, a tribute to the lives of
loved ones and a night of fun, entertainment, friendship and fundraising
to beat cancer. Rotary Stadium, Abbotsford; 604 533-0822.
July 4 - 6, 2003
Pacific Pinto Horse Show at the Cloverdale
Fairgrounds, Surrey; 604-597-1996.
July 4 - 6, 2003
Vancouver International Beer Experience:
Features 100 beers from British Columbia and around the world, in a heritage
venue. Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse (Pacific at Davie),
Vancouver; 604-640-4316.
July 4 to August 29, 2003
Enchanted Evening: Musical performances
featuring traditional and contemporary Asian music. The garden's Ming Dynasty
lanterns light the paths for evening strolls. Every Friday Night. Dr. Sun
Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver; 604-662-3207.
July 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2003
Friday Night at the Dive-in: Free moonlight
swims for youth ages 11-16 years, at Robert Burnaby outdoor pool. Music,
lights, games, food and refreshments. Fun for all. For information, call
604-540-5901 or the pool information line at 604-570-4000. Robert Burnaby
outdoor pool, 8175 Wedgewood Street. Fridays, 8:30-10:30pm.
July 4, 18 & 25, 2003
Kool Down at Kensington: If you are 10-16
years old, join us for a FREE SWIM! It is lots of fun, so bring your friends.
There are prices and a barbecue ($1.00 for hot dog and a pop). Offered
in cooperation with the Greystone Lochdale Community Association. For more
information, call 604-299-8354. Kensington outdoor pool, 700 Hammarskjold
Drive. Fridays, 8:00-10:00pm.
July 4 - 5, 2003
Abbotsford Berry Festival: 22nd Annual Abbotsford
Berry Festival an old-fashioned country street festival for the whole family
in Historic Downtown Abbotsford. 6 blocks of free top entertainment including
the Brent Lee Band, J-Walk, Flashback, Jeff Bodner ? Elvis, Susie Frances
and Ronald McDonald show; farm fresh produce and berries, thrilling carnival
rides, SunRype challenge, mini golf, fishing pond, fun contests and fabulous
prizes, arts and crafts, strawberry pancake breakfast, food vendors, bingo
and more. Admission is Free! 604-850-6547.
July 5, 2003
5th ANNUAL LANTERN FESTIVAL PROCESSION,
Alice Lake Provincial Park, Squamish; (604) 898-1448.
July 5, 2003
Car Trunk Sale (Garage Sale) at Willingdon
Community Centre: Load up your cars, trucks and minivans with items you
no longer need, and drive down to the parking lot at Willingdon Community
Centre, Burnaby; 604-299-1446.
July 5, 2003
Nisga'a Wild Salmon Festival at Lonsdale
Quay, North Vancouver. Salmon BBQ and cook-off, with proceeds to the CKNW
Orphans' Fund. Sponsored by the Lonsdale Salmon Shop, Canfor and the Nisga'a
Fisheries; 604-985-6261.
July 5 - 6, 2003
Carving Demonstration by Bradley Hunt, Heiltsuk
Artist: To launch the First Annual Carving Demonstration Series at Coastal
Peoples Fine Arts Gallery, Bradley Hunt will set up his tools and continue
to carve a piece in progress over the July long weekend at the gallery.
Visitors will have an opportunity to observe the distinctive technique
of carving cedar wood, and to speak to Bradley personally about the significance
of his work and the traditions that shape it. Coastal Peoples Fine Arts,
1024 Mainland St., Vancouver; 604-685-9298.
July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2003
Chinatown Arts & Cultural Festival July
2003: Under the umbrella of the Chinatown Revitalization Committee, the
Chinatown Arts & Cultural subcommittee's goal is to further enhance
Vancouver Chinatown's role as the host of arts and cultural events in the
City and promote greater diversity in art forms showcased. To achieve this
goal performances, demonstrations, lion dances, films and other activities
will be presented every Saturday during July from 1:00-3:00pm in newly
renovated Dr. Sun Yat Sen Courtyard. The Courtyard is now paved instead
of grassy lawn for better usability and embedded with Chinese zodiac symbols
thanks to the City of Vancouver's Eastside improvement initiatives and
Parks Board. On Satuday, July 19 the Garden will present a festive celebration
of the Philippines which includes folk and regional dances, singing, crafts,
and fashion show. Join us for a day amidst the culture and traditions of
the Philippines in the Courtyard. FREE.
July 5 - 13, 2003
10th Annual Canada Cup - International Women's
Fastpitch, at Softball City (2201-148th St) & Cloverdale Athletic Park
( 64th ave & 168th st); 604-536-9287.
July 5 - 13, 2003
Harrison Festival of the Arts: The village
of Harrison Hot Springs is energized by hot music, dance and wonderful
visual art; 604-796-3664.
July 5 - 6, 2003
3rd annual Fair in the Square:his year's
Fair in the Square includes live music, entertainment, crafts for kids,
artisan demonstrations, heritage displays and even a magician! Heritage
Square located at 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam; 604-664-1636.
July 5 - 6, 2003
BCWSA Wakeboard Tour: Six-year-old novice
riders, 16-year-old pro riders and 45-year-old veteran riders will all
be competing in this event. Deas Island Regional Park, Delta;
July 5 - 6, 2003
Best of the West Antique Expo at the Tradex
Centre, Abbotsford; 800-667-0619.
July 6, 2003
19th Annual Burnaby Discovery Day Festival,
10:00am-4:00pm, Our Discovery Day Festival provides many opportunities
for fun and creativity for the whole family! Make a hat, explore clay,
paint, sketch or sit back and enjoy the beautiful setting in Deer Lake
Park. Community groups and organizations showcase the opportunities in
our community. Free admission.
July 6, 2003
BC Corvette Show 'n Shine at Waterfront
Park, North Vancouver;
July 6, 2003
Evergreen Cultural Centre presents 4th Annual
Hot Rod Show: Evergreen's Hot Rod Show & Shine takes place on the beautiful
grounds of the Evergreen Cultural Centre. Open to pre 1953 street rods
and custom cars. Evergreen Cultural Centre, Coquitlam; 604-927-6550.
July 9, 23, 2003
Puppets in the Park: Bring a picnic supper
and let us be your after dinner entertainment! Join us at the Bandstand
in the Memorial Peace Park for an evening of puppet magic that is suitable
for children ages -- 1 to 100! 6:45 pm - 7:15 pm; Maple Ridge.
July 10 to August 10, 2003
Cirque du Soleil - Allegria: A Spanish word
for elation, joy and jubilation, Alegria is an astonishing spectacle of
athleticism and artistry, set against a baroque and operatic backdrop of
flamboyant costumes, extraordinary lighting and elaborate set design. Concord
Pacific, Pacific Blvd., Vancouver; 800-361-4595.
July 10 to August 16, 2003
Bowen Island Arts Festival:Bowen Island's
painters, sculptors and artisans will be providing indoor exhibits and
demonstrations in Snug Cove Village and at Artisan Square. Held at different
locations throughout Bowen Island; (604) 947-0823.
July 11 -13, 2003
TISSOT-UCI Mountain Bike World Cup: Grouse
Mountain will host the cross-country, downhill, and dual disciplines of
the sport; 604-980-9311.
July 11 - August, 2003
Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru, Richmond
(across from the Richmond Centre). Susan Bozic places birds in domestic
situations in her dramatic photographic artworks to explore issues of human
intervention. Nancy Walker has taken capenter saws and embellished them
with tiny seed beads to create images of endangered songbirds. Artist in
Residence Pat Beaton has created a table containing carved images of local
birds. Visitors are invited to 'take rubbings' from the raised surface.
Admission: by donation. 604 231-6457
July 12, 2003
City Centre Celebration: Bringing Richmond
Together! A special family event with lots of activities and fun for everyone.
Ongoing Entertainment, International Food Fair, Kidz Zone, Community Information
Booths. Minoru Park Oval, Richmond; 604-233-8910.
July 12, 2003
Low Tide Lowdown: Join GVRD Parks and the
Belcarra Beachkeeper volunteers to get the lowdown on the beach exposed
at low tide. Search for sea life on a beach walk, learn about the inter?tidal
zone, play a seashore game and make an ocean craft to take home. Plan an
hour or more to complete most activities; expect to get muddy during beach
walks. Belcarra Park, Free; 604-432-6359.
July 12, 2003
Marpole Summerfest: A fun and family-oriented
community celebration in the Marpole commercial district along Granville
St. (63rd and 71st Avenues). Lots of entertainment, music, arts & crafts,
merchant specials and food galore! 604-418-8232.
July 12, 2003
Variety Club Show and Shine Fundraiser at
Mission Park Raceway: the first annual Variety - The Children's Charity
Show & Shine fundraiser at Mission Raceway Park in Mission, BC. Variety,
The Children?s Charity Show & Shine will feature hundreds of cars from
all around the province in 14 different categories including Super Street,
Restored, Street Rod, Lowrider, Classic and Vintage. This is a chance to
see fine automobiles that shine on and off the track; 1-800-381-2040.
July 12 - 13, 19-20, 2003
Arnold Mikelson Festival of Arts: Over 125
artisans are on display throughtout a stunning three acre garden at the
Mind and Matter Gallery. This year marks the 30th year of the Festival
of Arts. Exhibits showcase wood sculpture, paintings, pottery, glass
blowing, metal art, fabrics and jewelery. White Rock; 604-536-6460.
July 13, 2003
Kidsake Day at the Richmond Auto Mall. Kidsake
Day is BC's largest child safety day. Over 35 community groups participate
in this informative and fun day for parents and kids of all ages. Not only
will you and your kids learn how to keep yourselves safe, you'll also have
fun doing it! Mini-train rides, the Sun Rype Active Kids Challenge Obstacle
Course, live entertainment, balloon animals, face painting & tattooing
stations. Come for the information, stay for the fun! Rain or shine. Entrance
is FREE. All net proceeds to Child Find BC. For more info: (604) 270 -
2886.
July 13, 2003
11th Annual White Rock Family Fun Fly, White
Rock(East Beach)
July 13, 2003
Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind presents
our 16th annual ?Go For Guide Dogs? Fundraising Walk on Sunday, July 13,
2003. Registration is at 9:30am, and the walk starts at 10. Take
your dog and join us in the four-kilometre walk through Central Park in
Burnaby. To find us, enter the parking lot from Boundary Road.
We?ll be east of the swimming pool and south of Swangard Stadium.
Following the walk, there?ll be lots of door prizes and a demonstration
by the Burnaby RCMP Dog Section. All funds raised at the walk are directed
towards providing professionally trained guide dogs to the visually impaired.
Registration forms are available in advance
at any of the four locations of Pet Food ?N More in the Vancouver area.
To have a pledge form mailed to you, telephone (604) 270-2432. You
can also attend without a form and make a donation to register.
July 13, 2003
2nd Annual Canada Cup Hot Dog Eating Contest
at Softball City (2201 148st, Surrey); Must be 19 years or older to compete.
A trophy and $500 to the "lucky dog" who eats the most hot dogs in 12 minutes;
604-536-9287.
July 13, 2003
4th Annual Royal City Show & Shine:
More than 500 antique, hot rod, and classic vehicles lining Columbia Street
and the waterfront. Pre-show activities like the trade show and swap meet,
poker run, and Cruise on Columbia all happening on Saturday, July 12th.
New Westminster.
July 13, 2003
Caribbean Street Festival, Noon - 10:00
pm: Lively Caribbean music, costumes, dancing and delicious foods -- celebrate
the Caribbean at the third annual street festival on 224th Street, Maple
Ridge. For more information, 604-833-7573.
July 13, 2003
Clayburn Heritage Day: A celebration of
Clayburn's past and present with open houses, artisans, guided walking
tours, children's games, historical displays, music and concession. Held
in Clayburn Village, Abbotsford; (604) 854-3960.
July 13, 2003
Optimists Club Soap Box Derby: A fun filled
day for the whole family. Races are open to children between the
ages of 8 and 15 years. Build a soapbox car and join the fun or just
come out and watch. Simpson Road between Mt. Lehman and Peardonville road,
Abbotsford; 604 852-2860.
July 13, 2003
Wild Bird Trust of BC Walk: Secrets of the
Salt Maplewood Flats, North Vancouver; 10-12pm: 604-924-2581.
July 13, 27, 2003
Ladner Village Market: Ladner Business Association
presents its popular summer event, the 'Ladner Village Market'. Come to
enjoy the entertainment, shop from the many varied merchants and enjoy
the old world market feel. Always and busy and exciting hub of activity
with something for the whole family. Ladner Old Town Core Centre, 604 943-3146.
July 16 to August 18, 2003
Men in Kilts: Scottish dancing Monday nights
during the summer (weather permitting) at Stanley Park's Ceperley Playground;
The dancing is free and audience participation is encouraged, so come to
watch or, better yet, join in! 604-922-8507.
July 16 to August 22, 2003
Theatre Under The Stars- Anne of Green Gables
/ The King and I, Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park; 604-257-0366.
July 18 - 19, 2003
Collingwood 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament:
3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in 2 age brackets: Youth (13-16) and Adult
(17 and up). Guaranteed 4 games over 2 days. $60 per youth team, $80 per
adult team. Teams of either 3 or 4 players. Registration forms available
at Collingwood Neighbourhood House; 604-433-5616.
July 18 - 19, 2003
GARDENS OF THE VILLAGE - A TOUR: The third
annual tour of the gardens of the village, always a huge success. Wander
the village to view and vote on some fabulous gardens.Tour maps available
at the Painted Garden 23325 Mavis Avenue on the day of each event. For
more information call Lynn Davidson at 604-888-8835. Fort Langley.
July 18 - 19, 2003
Raspberry Festival & Sidewalk Sale:
A celebration of the area?s agricultural bounty, this festival is held
the the third weekend of July. Tasting, tours, games, samples and more
are featured. Lynden, Washington; 360-354-5995.
July 18 - 20, 2003
26th Annual Vancouver Folk Festival: Celebrating
26 years of the world's finest and traditional and contemporary folk and
roots music. Jericho Beach Park, Vancouver; 604-602-9798.
July 18 - 20, 2003
Fraserfest at the New Westminster Quay Public
Market. Activities, displays, and entertainment all themed around the Fraser
River will take place on the Friday evening and all day Saturday and Sunday.
Don't miss the fireworks on the Friday and Saturday nights! Call 604-522-6894
for details.
July 18 - 20, 2003
Tour de Delta: The 2003 Tour de Delta Cycling
Weekend is sure to exceed expectations. This event includes a 700
metre hill climb up Centre Street in North Delta, the fast and furious
criterium in the historic fishing village of Ladner, and the grueling road
race, all through the communities of North Delta, Ladner and Tsawwassen;
604-952-3545.
July 19, 2003
Butterfly Flutter By:Flutter by the butterfly
garden and discover what we are growing for the birds, bees and butterflies.
Join GVRD Parks, Naturescape and Wild Birds Unlimited for a day of family
fun. Tour the garden, learn from the experts and take ideas home. Make
a butterfly house of your own. See some butterflies up close. Play a pollinator
game. Win a prize for completing the garden scavenger hunt. Allow an hour
to complete all activities Campbell Valley Regional Park, Langley; Free,
604-432-6359.
July 19, 2003
Central Bog 3 Hour Interpretative Tour:
Starting at noon at the entrance to the Vancouver Landfill. Group tours
may be arranged for other days by calling the Burns Bog Conservation Society
office at 604-572-0373 or 1-888-850-6462. VISA and MasterCard accepted
over the phone. Tours may be cancelled due to low attendance, so please
call and register, 604-572-0373 or 1-888-850-6462. Costs: $15 non-members,
$13 members, $8 children within family membership $10 children with nonmembers.
July 19, 2003
Chinatown Arts & Cultural Festival:
On Saturday, July 19 the Garden will present a Malaysian celebration in
the new Courtyard. FREE. Under the umbrella of the Chinatown Revitalization
Committee, the Chinatown Arts & Cultural subcommittee?s goal is to
further enhance Vancouver Chinatown?s role as the host of arts and cultural
events in the City and promote greater diversity in art forms showcased.
To achieve this goal performances, demonstrations, lion dances, films and
other activities will be presented every Saturday in the newly renovated
Dr. Sun Yat Sen Courtyard. The Courtyard is now paved instead of grassy
lawn for better usability and embedded with Chinese zodiac symbols thanks
to the City of Vancouver?s Eastside improvement initiatives and Parks Board;
604-662-3207.
July 19, 2003
Sumas Day: A celebration for the whole family
honouring the pioneers of the area. The event takes place from 2 - 9pm.
Kid's activities, Entertainment, Display by the Abbotsford Watercolor society
and an Auction at 7:30pm., Hougan Park, Abbotsford; 604-852-8619.
July 19, 2003
Variety Concert 2003: A repeat of the spring
concert that was held at (Panorama) RMSS Maple Ridge by popular demand.
This year it will be at the Old Recreation Hall in Pitt Meadows; 604-466-8209
for more information.
July 19, 2003
Western Great Danes Club Dog Show at the
Cloverdale Fairgrounds, Surrey; 604-530-5183.
July 20, 2003
Concours D'Elegance Vintage Car Show: Featuring
rare and unique automobiles from days gone by, in a beautiful Garden setting.
Minter Gardens ( 52892 Bunker Rd), Chilliwack Area; 1-888-MINTERS.
July 22 to August 12, 2003
Mamma mia, Abba musical: The show interweaves
22 Abba songs into a story about a mother confronting her 1970's past.Including
hits such as "The Winner Takes it All;" "Money, Money, Money;" and "Dancing
Queen". Queen Elizabeth Theatre; 604-280-4444.
July 23 to August 1, 2003
Vancouver Chamber Music Festival: This festival
brings together some of the most talented young musicians from Canada and
around the world. Crofton House School, 3200 West 41st Street, Vancouver;
604-602-0363.
July 23, 2003
Steamworks Tour De Gastown: Canada's top
men and women cyclists will defend their home turf against North America's
best pro cyclists on a superfast 1-km course in historic Gastown. Everyone
welcome. Free admission.
July 24 - 27, 2003
2003 SEA TO SKY ANNUAL CANADIAN NATIONAL
WINDSURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS, Squamish; 604-929-9626.
July 24 to August 4, 2003
Vancouver International Comedy Festival:
A public celebration of comedy and laughter, this festival features an
eclectic and diverse mixture of comic artists from around the world. Granville
Island; 604-683-0883.
July 25 - 26, 2003
Maple Ridge Agricultural Fair: An outstanding
event with an award winning standard of excellence, the Maple Ridge Agricultural
Fair includes a Logging Show, Flyball Dog Tournament, the PNE Youth Talent
Search, Jackpot Cattle Penning, 4-H Shows, a Midway, and headline Stage
Entertainment. Maple Ridge Fairgrounds in Albion. For more
information call 604-463-6922.
July 25 - 27, 2003
Faces of the World Festival at Blue Mountain
Park, Coquitlam. Multicultural Village, Entertainment, Craft Fair &
Food; 604-931-8255.
July 25 - 27, 2003
Molson Indy Vancouver, Concord Pacific ,
Pacific Blvd., Vancouver; 604-280-4639.
July 25 -27, 2003
Mission Folk Music Festival: Folk music
at its finest. Come and enjoy a variety of performers in this entertaining
festival. Held at various locations in Mission. (604) 826-5937.
July 25, 2003
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra: he Vancouver
Symphony Orchestra will once again be performing its annual free concert.
Come and enjoy orchestral manoeuvres in the park! Come early and picnic
at beautiful Deer Lake Park, 7:30pm-9:30pm, Free admission.
July 26 - 27, 2003
NorthWest Sport Kite League Competition
Garry Point Park, Steveston, Richmond, B.C.; 604-594-3155.
July 26 -27, 2003
Caribbean Days Festival: The premier Caribbean
event in British Columbia featuring live music, a parade , authentic Caribbean
food, arts and crafts, and much more! Waterfront Park, North Vancouver;
604-515-2400.
July 26, 2003
7th ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF THE BLOOMING OF
THE ECHINACEA FIELDS: Self-guided walkabouts through the Echinacea on this
beautiful 80-acre family estate. Call 604-530-1997 for more information.
July 26, 2003
Come party with Tina the Elephant on July
26th! The Greater Vancouver Zoo is celebrating her many years of
service and her retirement to The Elephant Sanctuary. The zoo will
be donating 20% of July 26's revenue to the Elephant Sanctuary in recognition
of Tina's love, patience and years of service. Come party with her!
Greater Vancouver Zoo; 604-856-6825.
July 26, 2003
Burnaby Blues Festival: Spend a day soaking
up the blues in a spectacular Deer Lake Park. With special guests: Remy
Shand and Wide Mouth Mason also with Shemekia Copeland, Big Jack Johnson
& the Oliers, DR. Z & the M.D.s, and the Twisters; 604-291-6864.
July 26, 2003
Illuminares: As the curtain of dusk is drawn
and families gather, hundreds of paper lanters are lit and music fills
the air. See weaving serpents, birds in flight, planets in orbit and creatures
of the imagination, torch choreography and a fireworks finale. Trout Lake
Park, 15th Avenue at Victoria, Vancouver; 604-879-8611.
July 27 to August 17, 2003
Vancouver Early Music Festival, UBC Recital
Hall, 6361 Memorial Road, UBC; 604-732-1610.
July 27, 2003
International Bog Day at the Delta Nature
Reserve: Entertainment for the whole family, 10388 Nordel Court, Delta;
1-888-850-6462.
July 27, 2003
International Bog Day Festival at the Richmond
Nature Park; 604-718-6188.
July 27, 2003
Making Tracks at the PGE Station at the
foot of Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver. Old-fashioned crafts, entertainment
and vintage vehicles; 604-987-5618.
July 27, 2003
The next Family Sunday at the Richmond Art
Gallery is July 27 from 1-4pm. Bring your family to work on a special art
project and to meet our Artist in Resident, Pat Beaton. Pat is carving
a table with 18 different kinds of birds on it. You can take a 'rubbing'
of the images and take it home along with your Family Sunday Project. Family
Sunday is free - just drop in. 7700 Minoru, Richmond (across from the Richmond
Centre) For more info: 604 231-6425
July 27, 2003
Super Car Sunday: (Greater Vancouver Street
Machines), 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Semiahmoo Secondary School, Surrey;
604-464-6155.
July 28 - 29, 2003
Concerts in The Park - Blue Rodeo, Malkin
Bowl in Stanley Park; 604-280-4444.
July 30, August 2, 6, 9, 2003
HSBC Celebration of Light: A Vancouver tradition
that can't be missed! The Czech Republic, Canada and Chine will amaze us
all with a spectacular display of fireworks in this international competition;
877-737-3285.
July 31 to August 4, 2003
Agrifair & my Marketplace Trade Show:
This fair is great fun for the entire family with attractions like: draft
horses,sheep, goats, dairy, beef, llama, poultry, hands-on milking demonstrations,
kids world, petting farm, antique farm machinery displays, a midway, plus
motor sports, Mighty Fraser Pro Bud Rodeo, free stage entertainment, fireworks
and "my Marketplace", Abbotsford; 604-852-6674.
July 31 to August 4, 2003
Squamish Days Logger Sports: Just when you
thought you'd seen it all. There is really nothing that can compare to
the Logger Sporting events at this four-day community festival; a celebration
of the area's strong roots in the forest industry. Squamish; (604) 892-9244.
August 2 - 3, 2003
Celebrate BC Festival: Celebrate BC is a
family focused festival showcasing British Columbia, its people and products.
Plaza of Nations, 750 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver.
August 2 - 3, 2003
Powell Street Festival: A celebration of
Asian Canadian arts, history and culture. The festival features dance,
music, theatre, exhibits, martial arts, crafts and delectable foods. Powell
Street, Vancouver; 604-739-9388.
August 2 - 4, 2003
Elvismania: A three-day festival created
around the 20th century's greatest performer Elvis Presley; Cloverdale
Rodeo Fairgrounds, 6050A - 176th Street, Surrey; 604-280-4444.
Ongoing until July 6, 2003
Rose Extravaganza: A celebration of roses,
this event features hundreds of roses and showcases the ARS award-winning
rose introductions for 2004. Minter Gardens, Chilliwack; 604-794-7191.
Ongoing until July 6, 2003
Greek Summer Festival: The Greek Community
of East Vancouver invites you to come ?Live a Day the Greek Way?. Their
annual fundraising Greek Summer Festival features Greek, food, drink and
entertainment. Admission is free. Visit our website www.greeksummerfest.com
for schedule of events, food menu and much much more, 4641 Boundary Road;
(604) 438-6432.
Ongoing until August 20, 2003
Posts and Beams and Canning Machines: This
collective exhibit showcases the work of sixteen artists inspired by the
architecture of salmon canneries on the West Coast. The participating artists
are from the Lower Mainland, Gulf Islands and as far away as Bella Bella.
Gulf of Georgia Cannery, Steveston;
Ongoing until August 30 , 2003
LOOK UP! Vancouver Architectural Walking
Tours : This summer, look up a side of the city you may have never seen
before. Explore one or all six summer tours: - Victory Square + Gastown:
Where the City Began - Chinatown: Yesterday + Today - Strathcona: Neighbourhood
of Change - Yaletown + False Creek North: Industrial to Residential - The
West End: The Manhattan to Mole Hill - The Downtown Business Core: Modern
+ Contemporary. Various locations; 604-683-8588,
Ongoing until August 31, 2001
Historic Walking Tours of Gastown. Listen
to stories about the people, events and architecture that shaped the city.
Meet at Gassy Jack?s Statue in Maple Tree Square at intersection of Water
and Carrall St.; (604) 683-5650.
Ongoing until September 14, 2003
Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve Tours:
Sundays, A Forest through Time - Walking Tour - 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m, Lower
Seymour Watershed - Bus Tour - 1:30 to 4 p.m., Lower Seymour Conservation
Reserve, North Vancouver; 604-987-1273.
Ongoing until September 29 , 2003
Chinatown Night Market: Vancouver's busy
streets, especially near Main and Keefer, will be even busier than usual
this summer, as the annual Vancouver Chinatown Night Market comes alive.
The Market runs until the end of September, every Friday, Saturday and
Sunday evening, from 6:30pm to 11:00pm. You can expect to see throngs of
people on Chinatown's streets, buying all manner of merchandise - from
creative gifts to CDs, toys, trendy clothes, candy and delicious ethnic
food.
Ongoing until September 5, 2003
Splash!: Starting June 14, the Granville
Island Water Park is open daily 10am - 6pm. Remember, the Water Park has
lifeguard supervision. Free. For more info call (604) 666-5784.
Ongoing until September 24, 2003
Jade Peony Walking Tour: walking tours every
Wednesday at 1:30pm during June, July, August & September. Back by
popular demand please join historian, John Atkin for an easy walking tour
to discover the stories and history of Vancouver's oldest neighborhood
and Chinatown based on Wayson Choy's acclaimed book, ''Jade Peony.'' Explore
the colorful markets of Chinatown, get glimpses of the lives of local inhabitants
during the last century, and the quaint local neighborhood of Strathcona.
The walk begins at the Garden. Tickets are $10 each. Please call the Garden
at 604- 662-3207 to register and purchase advance tickets. Non-refundable
after purchase. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden.
Ongoing
Communication: Explore the similarities
and confusing differences between languages. Use a fiber optics to watch
a video. Adjust a satellite dish to send and catch your own image, and
control a computer with the loudness of your voice. These and other hands-on
experiences will help you better understand today's information society.
Science World, Vancouver; 604-443-7440.
Ongoing
100 year Anniversary of Flight Program:
With an emphasis on Canadian innovation and aviation technology, follow
the history of flight from early Greek legend to the Wright brothers and
beyond. H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver; 604-738-7827.
Ongoing
Ghosts of the Abyss 3D: Academy Award winning
director and master storyteller James Cameron journeys back to the site
of his greatest inspiration - the legendary wreck of the Titanic. Using
state-of-the-art technology, Cameron and his crew are able to explore virtually
all of the wreckage, inside and out, as never before. At the CN Imax at
Canada Place; 604-682-4629.
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.
Ongoing
Are you looking for Adventure this summer?
The Orienteering Association of BC presents Nature Discovery Summer Day
Camps. Get ready for an action packed outdoor adventure including
outdoor trips and games, map and compass navigation, treasure hunts, safety
in the wilderness, environmental responsibility, wildlife exploration and
swimming. Offered every week of the summer from 9:00am to 4:00pm
in Vancouver, Burnaby and Coquitlam. For more information call Jackie
Slavenova at 604 454 1414 or email us at: info@uoadventures.com. |
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