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July
1, 2008
63rd
Annual Steveston Salmon Festival. The day begins at 10am with a
parade
through historic Steveston village, which features over 100 entries
including floats, marching bands, celebrities, politicians, community
groups, vintage vehicles and more. The official festival kick-off is on
the Main Stage at 12:30pm with dignitaries, speeches, and the singing
of O Canada. After, the stage features great entertainment all aftenoon
until 5pm. Some of the festival highlights include attractions such as
the Japanese Cultural Show, Craft Fair, Trade Show, a Children's
Festival, Carnival rides and Midway, Martial Arts Demonstrations, Belt
Sander Drag Races, Youth Festival, multi-ethnic Food Fair, Art Show and
Exhibit. The main attraction is the famous salmon barbecue, where over
1200 pounds of wild salmon filets are grilled over open fire pits.
604-718-8094, www.stevestonsalmonfest.ca
July 1, 2008
Golden
Spike Days Festival. Fun-filled weekend for the entire family
with
great entertainment, special events and activities, can can dancers, as
well as great food! June 28th is the kick off of the festival with
concerts in the evening and back by popular demand; The Port Moody Idol
Contest. Visitors can enjoy family-focused events, live shows, family
entertainment, sporting events, and children’s rides. Admission by
donation. Rocky Point Park , Port Moody. Check the website
regularly
for updates on what's planned for this year’s festival https://www.goldenspike.ca
July 1, 2008
CANADA
DAY. Celebrate Canada Day at the birthplace of BC! Get a slice of the
action with barrel races, tug-of-war contests, and cake, of course.
Will you strike it rich? Try gold panning and see what you find. See
the blacksmith bend steel, or try your hand at assembling a barrel.
Watch our new live theatre presentation BC 150 Years! Celebrate Canada
with Canadians new and established, young and experienced! It’s free
fun for the entire family, so come spend the day with us! For more
information please visit www.pc.gc.ca/fortlangley.
July 1, 2008
Canada Day Fun Fly at Garry Point Park & White Rock; British
Columbia Kitefliers Association, https://www.bcka.bc.ca/
info@bcka.bc.ca
July 1, 2008
Canada
Day at Canada Place. The biggest Canada Day party on the West
Coast,
is being held at Canada Place at the heart of downtown Vancouver.
Non-stop entertainment and activities capped off with evening fireworks
display. www.canadaplace.ca
July 1, 2008
Canada
Day, 9:00 am - 8:00 pm. Celebrate Canada Day at the birthplace of BC!
Get a slice of the action with barrel races, tug-of-war contests, and
cake, of course. Will you strike it rich? Try gold panning and see what
you find. See the blacksmith bend steel, or try your hand at assembling
a barrel. Watch our new live theatre presentation - BC 150 Years!
Celebrate Canada with Canadians new and established, young and …
experienced! It's free fun for the entire family, so come spend the day
with us! 604-513-4777, 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley; www.pc.gc.ca/fortlangley
July 1, 2008
Dominion
Day. It's a Party! The Burnaby Village Museum setting of the
1920s
provides the perfect backdrop for this old-style celebration of
Canada's Birthday. Come for games, entertainment, displays and of
course, cake. Admission is FREE! www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca
July 1, 2008
Haywood
Yaletown Grand Prix. Vancouver's fastest Canada Day party returns
with
a full day of high-speed bike racing through historic Yaletown.
Up to
400 racers will compete in different categories as part of the BC Cup
Championship Series. With great places and patios to watch from, this
is a must-see Canada Day spectacular. www.yaletowngrandprix.com
July 1, 2008
Langley
Canada Day Celerbations has grown to be the biggest two day event in
the Langley's and one of the largest Canada Day celebrations in the
province. Its family oriented theme includes two days of a continuous
stage show, children's rides and games, clowns and a petting zoo,
aircraft static displays, Crafter's Alley, Vendors' marketplace,
special community exhibits by gymnasts, firefighters, merchants and
specil community groups as well as live musical entertainment. Located
at McLeod Athletic Park - 56th Ave at 216 Street.
July 1, 2008
North
Vancouver Canada Day Celebrations. With over 15,000 participants,
the
North Vancouver Canada Day Celebrations is a popular family event
catering to people of all ages. At this year's event we are celebrating
our great country's diversity with the recognition of British
Columbia's 150 anniversary and Quebec City's 400 anniversary. Various
community groups and local performers will be joining us to celebrate
these milestone anniversaries. Some new editions to our celebrations
include Acadian music, folk dancing lessons, and French cuisine. The
Lions Gate Rotary Club, a non-profit organization is dedicated to the
betterment of local and international communities. Waterfront Park,
North Vancouver; https://northvancanadaday.com/
July 1, 2008
Shriners
to put salmon on BBQ in their 39th annual fundraiser. Popular event set
for next Sunday afternoon at Ladner Harbour Park. The Tsawwassen
Shrine Club is hosting its 39th annual Salmon Barbecue next weekend at
Ladner Harbour Park. Set for Sunday, June 1, the barbecue will run from
noon to 5:30 p.m. or until the supply of salmon runs out. It will take
place rain or shine. The barbecue consists of a generous portion of
salmon, coleslaw, French fries, bun, butter, coffee or juice;
604-943-3548.
July 1 - 5, 2008
International Choral
Kathaumixw. The International Choral Kathaumixw is a global
gathering
of choirs and conductors, featuring international concerts, choral and
vocal solo competitions, common song singing, conductors round tables,
concert tours, social events, workshops, and seminars. This
event,
which is only held ever second year, attracts more than 30 choirs from
all over the world.. don't miss your opportunity this year.
Powell
River, 604-485-9633, www.kathaumixw.org
July 1 to August 31, 2008
IQ
Puzzles and Brain Fitness for Children. A summer special program
for
children age 6 to 12 to have a brain fitness program including fun
packed IQ puzzles, mathematical chess puzzles, Frankho Chess Mazes, and
word problems. Kerrisdale. Details, please visit www.mathandchess.com
July 3 - 27, 2008
Monty
Python's Spamalot. One of Broadway's biggest hits finally arrives
here. Tony-winning musical based on Monty Python and the Holy Grail,
Directed by Mick Nichols, features the Pythons' trademark nuttiness.
Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts, (604) 280-4444.
July 5, 2008
Sunrise
Summer Kickoff. Come celebrate Hastings and kickoff the summer at
this
years 7th Annual Sunrise Summer Kickoff on Saturday, July 5th. Sunrise
Square Parking Lot will come alive from 10am to 3pm with street hockey,
music, entertainment and tons of activities for the whole family to
enjoy! There will be special guest appearances throughout the day from
the Vancouver Giants, an RBC Paralympian as well as members from the
Vancouver Police Department. Several opportunities to win some great
door prizes will also be available. The Street Hockey Tournament is
open to local elementary school children, however, registration is
limited. 160 spots are waiting to be filled (80 for kindergarten to
grade 3 and 80 for grades 4 to 7), so be sure to register early.
Registration forms are available at the local schools as well as the
BIA office. Completed forms should be returned to the BIA office.
On-line registration is now available and can be found at www.hastingssunrise.ca under
Events/Sunrise Summer Kickoff.
July 5 - 6, 2008
2nd
Annual Lavender Festival. We invite you to come out to our
lavender
farm and celebrate all things lavender. Fun for the entire
family.
2926-248th Street, Langley; www.fullbloomfarm.ca
July 5 - 6, 2008
Welcome
to the 7th annual Erikson's Daylily Gardens Peak Bloom Open House
Event! This year the event will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July
5th and 6th, 2008, from 10 am to 4 pm each day. Once again the VanDusen
Master Gardeners Clinic will be on hand, along with displays from other
local nurseries, crafts and the Aldergrove Daylily Society Bake Sale
and Chinese Auction! This is always lots of fun! As always for this
event, admission is by donation at the gate - with proceeds to the DW
Poppy High School Music Department, whose students have been
entertaining the public during this weekend for seven years! We look
forward to seeing everyone there again. Please note that these are
private gardens, and unfortunately are not wheelchair or stroller
accessible. https://www.plantlovers.com/erikson
July 5 - 13, 2008
Harrison
Festival of the Arts. The Harrison Festival of the Arts in July
is
celebrating their 30th Anniversary. This is a celebration of Music,
Dance, Theatre and Visual Arts. Last year included evening concerts in
the Hall, music on the beach, an art market and exhibition, and the
opportunity for children to have hands on with arts and crafts. This is
a great event for children of all age, from 3 to 103.
604-796-3664, www.harrisonfestival.com
July 6 to August 24, 2008
Summer
Sunday Concerts at Rocky Point Park. Slap on the sunscreen and
lug
down the lawn chair to Rocky Point Park in Port Moody for the second
annual Summer Sunday Concert series. Local musicians belt out jazz,
folk and soul every Sunday afternoon in July and August for free at the
park's open air gazebo. After tapping your toe at these free
performances, make sure to check out the spray park, hiking trails and
excellent ice cream. Rocky Point Park is located in the 2800 block of
Murrary Street, Port Moody. www.cityofthearts.ca
July 9 to August 12, 2008
Jesus
Christ Superstar. Andrew Lloyd Webber's hippie rock opera is his
most
enduring show, perfect for the young performers of Theatre Under the
Stars. Screamin' Judas upstages wimpy Jesus. Malkin Bowl, Stanley
Park, (604) 684-2787.
July 10 to August 15, 2008
Annie Get
your Gun. Great Irving Berlin musical loosely base don the life
of
Annie Oakley has some of the best Broadway tunes ever, such as "There's
No Business Like Show Business." Malkin Bowl, Stanley Park,
(604)
684-2787.
July 11 - 13, 2008
21st Annual Squamish Nation
Youth Powwow. Aborignal dance competition, arts & crafts,
salmon
bbq, open to the public. $5 admission fee, but FREE for 65 and over, 12
and under, or elders. 100 Capilano Road, North Vancouver;
778-228-6501, snpowwow@hotmail.com
July 11 - 13, 2008
Tour
de Delta. Tour de Delta features professional racers from around
the
world competing for a $25,000 purse making Delta the richest event in
Canadian cycling. Tour de Delta is proud to partners with Tour de White
Rock, Tour de Gastown, and Giro di Burnaby to give you 8 great days of
cycling. This is a great opportunity to soak up some great summer
weather while watching cyclists from Canada, the United States and New
Zealand compete on the challenging courses. www.tourdedetla.com/tourindex.html
July 12 , 2008
Wreck
Beach Day (clothing optional). 9 am – 4 pm, Pacific Spirit
Regional
Park. Celebrate Wreck Beach and the naturist life style that ties in
with the Naturist Society’s International Nude Week! Activities include
a sandcastle competition, kite flying, body painting a
July 12, 2008
Annual
Vintage Car show. Watch classic and vintage cars as they cruise onto
the heritage grounds. Chat with collectors and discuss their
restoration projects. Enjoy the live music. Vehicle registration is
only $10 contact us for more information. Kilby Historic Site,
604-796-9576, www.kilby.ca
July 12, 2008
City Centre Celebration at Minoru Park Oval, Richmond; 604-233-8910, www.richmond.ca
July 12, 2008
flea
market, 9:30am-2:00pm, Confederation Centre, Burnaby. Clean out your
cupboards or find yourself a bargain! More than 50 tables of pre-loved
items are on display to comb through. Note to vendors: Please register
in person at Confederation Centre (maximum one table per person plus
one table for a friend). Free admission
July 12, 2008
outdoor
flea market, 10:00am-2:00pm, Willingdon Centre, Burnaby; Clean out your
garage, home, attic and come on down! Sell your household items such as
dishes, figurines, books, clothes,toys, jewellery, lamps, small
furniture and odds and ends. One person’s junk is another’s treasure!
Free admission for buyers.
July 12, July 26, 2008
The Arts in
Mill Lake Park ~ Presented by the Abbotsford Arts Council.
Features
visual and performing artists: buy some art, catch a concert, see
artists at work - On the grounds surrounding Kariton Gallery,
2387
Ware Street, Abbotsford; Free Admission, 604-852-9358 | www.abbotsfordartscouncil.org
July 12 - 13, 2008
Caribbean
Street Festival. Live Caribbean Bands, colourful costumes,
dancing,
arts and crafts, and delicious food! Draw prize- trip to the Caribbean!
Celebrate in the Sun on 224th Street, in Maple Ridge.
July 12 - 13, 2008
Whistler
Children's Art Festival. Join us for our 25th anniversary with a
magical fun-filled weekend for the entire family in Whistler's
Creekside featuring a multitude of hands-on workshops led by
professional artists for kids and families in fine arts, crafts,
theatre, multi-media, dance and music. The festival comes alive with
lots of free activities and entertainment by roving musicians, zany
characters and popular children's performers on the main stage.
604-938-9221, www.whistlerartscouncil.com
July 13, 2008
20th
annual symphony in the park: vancouver symphony orchestra. Presented by
the City of Burnaby and Kinder Morgan Inc. 7:30-9:30pm, Deer Lake Park.
Free admission
July 13, 2008
6th Annual Classic Car Show.
Featuring rare and unique automobiles from days gone by, with great
musical entertainment in a beautiful garden setting. Minter
Gardens,
1-888-MINTERS, https://www.mintergardens.com
July 13, 2008
Lion's Club Big "M" Car Show, at Steveston Community Centre,
604-718-8080.
July 13, 2008
The
Downtown New Westminster Business Improvement Society and the Downtown
businesses invite you to participate in the 8th Annual Royal City Show
and Shine. Thousands of people enjoyed the event last year. We average
over 400 official entries every year. This year we expect to draw car
enthusiasts and families from throughout the Lower Mainland, the BC
Interior, Vancouver Island, and the United States. https://www.newwestbia.com
July 13, 27, August 10, 24, September 7, 2008
Ladner
Village Market. With 140 B.C. artisans, local merchants and
outstanding free entertainment, historic Ladner Village is transformed
into a bustling European-style street market and festival. Artisans
make, bake or grow wares. Rain or shine. Free. www.ladnervillagemarket.com
July 14, 2008
Champlain
Heights Summer Country Fair at Champlain Heights Community Centre -
3350 Maquinna Drive, Vancouver; Dust off your cowboy hat and
catch all
the action at this fun filled annual family event. Activities will
include pony rides, swing and train rides, giant slide and much more.
The community favorite Los Memories Band is returning and a special
appearance of Co Co the clown headline our entertainment. There will
also be community display and information booths, food and a few more
surprises!! So mark your calendar and help us celebrate our 27th annual
Country Fair!! For more information, please call 604-718-6575.
July 16, 2008
Tour de Gastown, www.tourdegastown.com
July 16 - 20, 2008
2008
Squamish Mountain Festival. The 2008 Squamish Mountain Festival
(SQUMF) is getting ready to thrill locals and visitors again this
summer with an exciting mix of films, clinics, competitions and guest
speakers. The festival takes place at various locations around
Squamish, BC from July 16th to 20th, 2008. The focus of the festival is
climbing and there will be opportunities to take part no matter what
your ability or interest. The guest speakers this year represent the
past and present, the locals and the international, the dirtbags and
the pros. Films will be feature adventures from around the globe.
604-603-2917, www.squamishmountainfestival.com
July 18, 2008
James Taylor at GM Place. https://www.ticketmaster.ca
July 18 - 20, 2008
Fusion
Festival in Surrey. The Fusion Festival is a three day event
which is
held at the brand new Holland Park. This celebration of diversity will
bring together the wide variety of distinct cultural heritages which
are represented in the City of Surrey. The festival will feature
pavillions representing the music, food, costumes and dance of our
diverse communities and will promote cross-cultural sharing and
awareness throughout Surrey and other cities. www.surrey.ca
July 18 - 20, 2008
Tour
de White Rock. The Tour de White Rock is now in its 29th year and
has
become a world-class event for professional cycling teams, fans and the
media. Over 150 elite cyclists compete on this grueling course for over
$15,000 in prize money. www.tourdewhiterock.ca
July 18 - 20, 2008
Vancouver
Folk Music Festival. The 31st Annual Festival is a celebration of music
from around the corner and around the world. Over 50 folk, world,
reggae, blues and dub artists on 7 stages including Ozomatli, T-Model
Ford, Harry Manx and Kevin Breit, Master Musicians of Jajouka,
Dubblestandart, Jason Collett, Aimee Mann and much more. The festival
takes place at beautiful Jericho Beach with food, crafts and children's
activities on-site. Children 12 and under free. Day or weekend passes
available. Jericho Beach Park, www.thefestival.bc.ca or call
604-602-9798.
July 19, 2008
Creatures
of the Not-So-Deep. Join Metro Vancouver and Belcarra Beachkeeper
volunteers to learn about the creatures exposed at low tide and living
in the ocean nearby. Search for sea life on a beach walk, play a
seashore game, see subtidal creatures at the pool on the wharf, and
make an ocean creature craft to take home. Wear footwear that you can
get wet and dirty. No bare feet.Free. 10 am – 2 pm, Belcarra
Regional
Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 19, 2008
Dragon
Boat Festival. This year, the Dragon Boat Festival will occur
Saturday, July 19th, 2008. It will be held at the John M.S. Lecky
Boathouse and is an event the whole family will enjoy. Come and be
entertained by the boat races and other events being held around the
area to celebrate the Chinese Cultural Heritage which is alive and
vibrant among the Chinese in Canada. 604-247-2627, www.ubcboathouse.com/dragonboat.html
July 19, 2008
Origami
talk by Joseph Wu, 'Origami: The State of the Art', 3pm. For adults and
teens. Free. Origami artist Joseph Wu discusses the recent development
of origami from children's pastime into fine art. Examples of modern
origami art will be shown. National Nikkei Heritage Centre, 6688
Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby. www.jcnm.ca
July 19, 2008
Storigami/Origami Time Workshop. 1-2pm. For families ages 6 to adult.
Free. Pre-registration is advised. Email museum@nikkeiplace.orgor
call 604.777.7000 ext.109. Come and learn to create origami pieces
step-by-step and through STORIGAMI, a form of storytelling that uses
paper folding. Featuring origami storyteller Yukiko Tosa and origami
artist Lisa David, members of PALM (Paperfolders Around the Lower
Mainland). National Nikkei Heritage Centre, 6688 Southoaks
Crescent,
Burnaby. www.jcnm.ca
July 19 - 20, 2008
Fraser
Fest. Celebrate the Fraser River at the New Westminster Hyack
Festival
Association’s presentation of Fraser Fest. This annual family event
brings together the public, community groups, cultural organizations,
businesses, and a flotilla of working and historic vessels. Visit Metro
Vancouver’s tent that will feature hourly shows about the Fraser River.
Free, Westminster Quay. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 19 - 20, 2008
Maple
Ridge Country Fest. An outstanding event with an award-winning
standard of excellence, the Maple Ridge Country Fest includes free
admission, a Logging Show, 4-H Shows, activities for children, and
headline stage entertainment, all at the Maple Ridge Fairgrounds
in
Albion!
July 20, 2008
24th annual discovery day festival,
10:00am-4:00pm, Deer Lake Park & Shadbolt Centre. Burnaby’s largest
community festival for family fun and creativity. Free admission,
604-291-6864, www.shadboltcentre.com
July 20, 2008
Boulevard
500 Show and Shine. The Boulevard 500 Show and Shine is a
community
event held in the parking lot of Boulevard Casino in Coquitlam, 30
minutes from downtown Vancouver. It's a fun filled day of excitement
starting with a pancake breakfast, live entertainment and a sizzling
BBQ lunch. There are over 100 Hot Rods and Harley's to see at the
event. Exciting prizes are given away throughout the day. The admission
is FREE and all proceeds raised from the "by donation" breakfast and
silent auction is donated to the Societe Maillardville. www.blvdcasino.com
July 20, 2008
Burnaby's
beautiful garden tour. 10:00am-4:00pm, rain or shine Hosted by the
Burnaby Rhododendron and Gardens Society with sponsorship by the City
of Burnaby. This is a self-guided tour of seven unique, private gardens
located throughout Burnaby. Tickets can be purchased for $10 at Burnaby
City Hall, Bonsor, Edmonds, Cameron and Confederation community
centres. Each ticket includes a map and a brief description of the
gardens. Master gardeners are in attendance at each location along
with
the owners and volunteer hosts. They will be glad to answer questions
and identify plants of interest. BRAGS is a non-profit society and
proceeds will benefit the citizens of Burnaby. For more information
visit our website at www.brags.ca ,
contact us at info@brags.ca or call
Faye at 604-434-5921
July 20, 2008
RETRO
DESIGN & ANTIQUES FAIR. 175 tables and booths of fun,
fabulous
finds for you and your eclectic abode! Mid-century Modernist decor,
vintage & estate jewelry, pop culture classics, boho & shabby
chic accents, French country collectibles, old toys & dolls, retro
glam accessories, decorative art pottery & glass, funky 50's
kitsch, Art Deco & Art Nouveau, ephemera, paintings & prints,
antiquarian books, textiles & linens, memorabilia, period lighting
& fixtures, and much, much more...Plus Drop-In Appraisals All Day
-- Call 604-980-3159 or Visit www.21cpromotions.com
for Full Details - General Admission $4 at Door - Children Under 13
Free with Adult Admission - Free Parking - On-Site Cafe/Snack
Bar.
Croatian Cultural Centre.
July 21, 2008
THE GLEN MILLER
ORCHESTRA. The World Famous, Glenn Miller Orchestra, is the most
popular and sought after big band in the world today for both concert
and swing dance engagements. With its unique jazz sound, the Glenn
Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all
time. The present Glenn Miller Orchestra was formed in 1956 and has
been touring consistently since, playing an average of 300 live dates a
year all around the world. Orpheum Theatre, Tickets 604-280-4444
Ticketmaster (https://www.ticketmaster.ca/)
Glen Miller Orchestra (https://www.glennmillerorchestra.com/)
July 21 - 22, 2008
16th
Annual Chilliwack Flight Fest. 16th Annual BBQ and Hanger Dance
Plus
Spectacular Noght Show Tickets- $25.00/person, call John Bergsma
@604-858-7419 Sun. July 22 8:00 am - Pancake Breakfast Sun. July 22
11:00 am - Pre Show Sun. July 22 1:00 pm - Official Airshow
Opening.
Chilliwack Airport; https://www.chilliwackairshow.ca
July 23, 26, 30, August 2, 2008
HSBC
Celebration of Light. The HSBC Celebration of Lights is a
Vancouver
annual event. This spectacular fireworks competition takes place in
English Bay for four days in the summer every year. This year with
Canada, USA and China competing on three separate nights, it is sure to
be another amazing competition. Each country will showcase their
latest pyro-musical techniques and the most innovative fireworks
materials to awe the judges and the public. www.celebration-of-light.com
July 24 - 27, 2008
The
Pacific Andalusian Show & Fiesta. Fun for the whole family, retail
artisan booths, Free Admission. Donations gratefully accepted on behalf
of the Children's Wish Foundation. Chilliwack Heritage Park,
604-886-9600, https://www,paalh.com
July 25 - 27, 2008
Aldergrove
Fair Days. This is Aldergrove's annual weekend Fair and Festival. Our
theme will be "Old Time Aldergrove" - Bringing History to Life. We will
be featuring "Sesqui Sunday" with a special performance by Tiller's
Folly. Please check our website regularly, as the event planning
continues. https://www.aldergrovefestivaldays.com
July 25, 2008
Critical
Mass in Vancouver; Critical Mass is a grassroots reclamation of public
space -- a bike ride and skate -- held the last Friday of every month.
You are invited to enjoy the safety and comfort in the car-free space
that we create by simply riding together! Bicycles, skateboards,
rollerskates, self propelled couches, and any other form of human
powered locomotion are all welcomed! We ride around the city wherever
people want to go - this is decided collectively - the length of the
ride depends on enthusiasm and is also collectively decided. No one who
comes is forced to or needs to break the law in order to
participate.
Meet 5 to 5:30 at the Vancouver Art Gallery, leave at 6pm; Critical
Mass in Vancouver (https://www.bikesexual.org/cm/)
July 25, 2008
Old
Growth and River Trail Walk,10 am – 2 pm, Interpreters will lead a
leisurely walk through the forest and stream ecosystems located along
the beautifully unique Seymour River floodplain. You will be shuttled
to and from this limited access site and will hear about some of the
plant and animal species found in this area. Bring a bagged lunch and
camera too, as we will stop for a picnic by the river before continuing
on through the old growth forest. Trail type: flat gravel and boardwalk
may include a cobblestone riverbed. Sponsored by the GVRD,
604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 26, 2008
Old-Fashioned Sports Day. Join in an afternoon of fun, games and
outdoor pioneer pastimes on the Museum’s lawn. From well-known classics
like marbles, jacks and hopscotch, to the forgotten fun of hoops and
sticks, sack races and spinning tops, there’ll be fun for
everyone!
Surrey Museum, 17710 - 56A Avenue; 604-592-6956.
July 26, 2008
17th
Annual International Bog Days. Want to walk your dog? Sit on a
log, or
see a frog? Then come down to the Bog! International Bog Days are a
great opportunity to tour the Bog, enjoy local performances, and check
out interactive exhibits. On Saturday, July 26th, there will be tours
of Burns Bog from 10:00am-3:00pm. On Sunday, July 27th from
10:00am-4:00pm, enjoy live entertainment, a kid’s’ adventure tent,
snacks, exhibits, and additional bog tours at this free community
festival. For more info: www.burnsbog.org
or call (604)572-0373.
July 26, 2008
Bees
& Blueberries Festival. A Hive of Activity awaits you! A fun
and
educational weekend that includes everything from Taekwondo
demonstrations, bake-offs, magic show, pie eating and more!
Honeyland
Canada, 17617 Ford Rd, Pitt Meadows; https://www.HoneylandCanada.com
July 27, 2008
6th Annual Classic Car Show at A&W Restaurant 1355 Lougheed
Highway, Coquitlam; More information: www.galaxieclub.ca or
604-540-8531
July 27, 2008
6th Annual Classic Car Show at A&W Restaurant 1355 Lougheed Hwy,
Coquitlam; www.galaxieclub.ca
or 604-540-8531
July 31 to August 3, 2008
2008
Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival. Bring your friends and
family
and join us for one of the biggest events in the Sea to Sky Corridor.
From Thursday, July 31st through Sunday, August 3rd its non-stop
entertainment at the 51st Annual Squamish Days Loggers Sports
Festival!
This community festival has something for everyone and is a great way
to enjoy the BC Day Long weekend. There are music events, children's
activities, a parade, wacky bed races, a 10 km run, pancake breakfast
and two world class Loggers Sports Shows with competitors from all
around the world. This event showcases not only Squamish’s rich
heritage, but also it’s strong and vibrant community spirit. We look
forward to seeing you this summer! Visit us online at www.squamishdays.ca for a
complete list of the weekend’s events.
July - August, 2008
ALL OVER THE MAP. Outdoor dance and music series at Ron Basford Park,
GranvilleIslandSundays at 2pm. Free. 604.893.8875, www.newworks.ca, July
6: World Dance and Music - Silk Road Music and Friends, July 13:
African Dance and Music - Miyanda and Kunaka, July 20: Polynesian Dance
and Music - Langley Ukulele Ensemble and Kauhane Polynesian Dancers,
July 27: Hip Hop - SOULdiers’ Dance, August 17: Flamenco - Mozaico
Flamenco Dance Theatre, August 24: First Nations Dance and Music -
Dancers of Damelahamid
August 2 - 4, 2008
Brigade Days, 9:00
am - 8:00 pm. It was August 2nd, 1858 when the British Parliament
passed an Act to establish the Colony of British Columbia. More than
three months later the new governor came to Fort Langley to officially
proclaim the Act and BC was born. Live historic dramatizations will be
taking place each day. Guides and volunteers in traditional garb will
demonstrate and reveal a way of life that was coming to an end as the
new colony was beginning. The event runs all weekend 9:00 am to 8:00
pm, with the traditional canoe brigade arrival at the waterfront on
Sunday, August 4th at 1:00 pm. Stay for the Picnic in the Park concert
at 7:00 pm on Monday. 604-513-4777, 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley, www.pc.gc.ca/fortlangley
August 3, 2008
After
a 21 year siesta, we are proud to announce the 2008 White Rock
Sandcastle Competition is happening August 03, 2008. This is an
open
sandcastle competition – we welcome the world to join in the
competition, regardless of skill level. For more information: www.wrsandcastle.com
August 9, 2008
Gordon
Neighbourhood House is holding its 10th annual West End Summer Block
Party on Saturday August 9th, 2008 from 11 am - 2 pm on the 1000 block
of Broughton Street (between Comox and Nelson). This is a free
event
with live street entertainment featuring Eve Smith, Tropical Heat Steel
Drum Band, a clown, and much more!!! There will also be a huge
children's carnival with games and prizes, face painting and tattoo
booths, 25 cent hot dogs, seniors' tea and tarts, and a youth
corner!
Come join the fun!! Everyone is welcome! For info, contact Agata at
604-683-2554.
August 15 - 17, 2008
Richmond Maritime
Festival. Britannia Shipyard is the place to be for a celebration
of
our maritime heritage. With a floating exhibition of boats for your
viewing pleasure, this year's festival is expected to be the best
yet!
Maritime displays, boat restoration, maritime demonstrations, ships,
food, free kids' activities, live entertainment, and maritime music.
Folksinger Tom Lewis will be singing sea shanties and tales of a
sailor’s life. Bring the whole family for lots of family fun. Get
involved! Join the Richmond Maritime Festival Volunteer Crew. Training
provided. Britannia Shipyard National Historic Site 5180 Westwater
Drive, Richmond; 604-718-8050 www.richmond.ca/britannia
August 23, 2008
LANGLEY'S INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL. This year's International
Festival -
is to celebrate our Multicultural Canada - to recognize our diversity
and create unity. We invite people from all nations to
participate and
showcase their ethnicity through performing and visual arts,
international foods, fashion show and marketplace. This is a free
community event - fun for the whole family. There is a Kids Zone,
Youth & Sports Areas and a Senior's Chalet on Saturday, August
23rd. from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm at Douglas Park - 20550 Douglas
Crescent, Langley, BC. For more information or to find out how to
become a participant or sponsor at the festival, please
contact Shar
Dubas, Coordinator at 604-530-4661 or visit our website atwww.internationalfestival.ca
August 29 - 30, 2008
BC
Renaissance Festival 2008. The BC Renfest is a go for 2008.
At our
new location of Aldor Acres in Fort Langley we will be bringing back
the joust, continuing the storyline and providing vendors, entertainers
and food influenced by The English Renaissance. For more
information
please visit: https://www.bcrenfest.com
September 12 - 14, 2008
EAT!
Fraser Valley is the largest consumer food, beverage and cooking
festival in suburban Vancouver , taking place at Tradex Exhibition
Centre in Abbotsford BC on September 12-14, 2008. The food show
features food, beverage and kitchen goods exhibitors along with
wineries, breweries, restaurants, cooking demonstrations, wine and
cheese seminars, cookbook authors, chef competitions and barbecue and
chili cook-offs. 604.689.8651.
Ongoing to July 6, 2008
Corteo
- Cirque du Soleil. Corteo, which means "cortege" in Italian, is
a
joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show
brings together the passion of the actor with the grace and power of
the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun,
comedy and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven
and earth. 1.800.678.2119 ext 7291, www.cirquedusoleil.com
Ongoing to August 5, 2008
Japanese
Canadian National Museumand Pangaea Arts present The Life of
Paper. An
interactive exhibition of origami featuring the work of world-renowned
origami artist Joseph Wu. National Nikkei Heritage Centre, 6688
Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby. www.jcnm.ca
Ongoing to September 7, 2008
Vancouver
Chinatown Night Market. Spend the summer nights at the Chinatown
Night
Market - the first of its kind in North America! A shopping
extravaganza featuring Asian traditional handicraft, fashionable gifts
& tempt your taste buds with ethnic snacks. A shopping experience
like never before-on every Fri., Sat. & Sun. 100 block of
Keefer
Street. 604-682-8998, vcma@shawcable.com
Ongoing until September 17, 2008
Free
Outdoor Yoga at Canada Place. Canada Place and My Yoga Online
proudly
welcome Free Outdoor Yoga every Wednesday at 6:00pm. Yoga
participants
can relax, de-stress, and meditate while experiencing true Vancouver
under the brilliant white sails. This unique evening experience is open
to all levels. Classes are free however donations are greatly accepted
benefiting Doctor’s Without Borders and the Strathcona Community
Center. https://www.myyogaonline.com/canada_place.html
Ongoing to September 21, 2008
Bard
On the Beach. Vancouver's Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
is a
professional theatre company that stages four productions in repertory
every June through September. Performances are staged in open-ended
tents on the waterfront in Vanier Park, against a spectacular backdrop
of mountains, sea and city skyline. Bard on the Beach's 19th
season
runs May 29th through September 21st, 2008 featuring the comedy/tragedy
pairings of the TWELFTH NIGHT and KING LEAR in the Mainstage tent and
THE TEMPEST and TITUS ANDRONICUS in the Studio Stage tent. Vanier
Park, Kits Point, Vancouver; 604-739-0559, www.bardonthebeach.org
Ongoing to September 27, 2008
Schick
Xtreme3 Mind Over Mountain Adventure Race. A Mind Over Mountain
Adventure Race is a one day event aimed at challenging the bodies and
minds of adventure enthusiasts. Test your limits on a scenic 40 – 50 km
of mountain biking, navigation, trail running, kayaking and mystery
challenges. Race solo, or in a team of 2 or 4. MOMAR after-parties are
legendary – well deserved celebrations after a gruelling race day! Come
out to race or volunteer and experience a weekend to remember for years
to come. 1-866-912-3331, www.mindovermountain.com
Ongoing to September 28, 2008
Playland.
Playland features over 35 exhilarating rides, unique attractions and
fun midway games and is also home to Kids Playce, a special zone filled
with soft-play areas and rides for children aged 2-8. 604.253.2311, www.pne.ca
Ongoing until September 28, 2008
Steveston
Farmers and Artisans Market. The Steveston Farmers and Artisans
Market
is really new, opening just this spring. It's held every Sunday until
the end of September, 11am - 4pm, next to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery.
With over 50 vendors, the market has become a great success in just a
few weeks. There are people selling jewelry, homemade fudge, art and
photography, as well as fresh produce, flowers and plants, and health
food. There are also local restaurant owners giving food prep demos and
a stage area for live music performances. This is a great day out and
once you're finished at the market there's always Steveston Village to
check out, with jazz bands and dance groups performing on the docks. www.stevestonivillage.com
Ongoing to September 30, 2008
Agassiz
– Harrison Mills Circle Farm Tour. This is where it all began! Agassiz
– Harrison Mills started the Mighty Fraser Country Circle Farm Tour in
2003. This tour is packed with history, fabulous gourmet food products,
and lots of interesting venues for the kids to explore. https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
Ongoing to September 30, 2008
Chilliwack
Circle Farm Tour. From an award winning storybook farm to pro rodeo,
there a lot of “buzz” about this tour! Learn all about bees, shop for
many different honey products, fill up on artisan bread and fresh
cheese, pick your own apples, visit a potter’s studio, and see
spectacular show gardens! In late summer, early fall, the corn is
a-maze-ing! https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
Ongoing to September 30, 2008
Langley
Circle Farm Tour. Come visit some of what Langley’s farm community has
to offer you … Take an interactive tour on a dairy farm; sample
award-winning wines; eat at a bistro; taste home-grown exotic herbs and
tomatoes; see rare alcapas; choose from the largest selection of plant
specimens and rare trees in the area; visit the largest equestrian
centre on the West Coast; sample luscious berries; buy your free-range
turkey for that special occasion. https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
Ongoing to September 30, 2008
Maple
Ridge-Pitt Meadows Circle Farm Tour. This is an adventure packed tour
that includes sky diving, horseback riding and canoeing. You can also
learn all about bees and how they make honey, wind your way through a
corn maze, and of course, find some wonderful fresh eats! https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
Ongoing to September 30, 2008
Mission
Circle Farm Tour. Celebrate the legacy of our fore fathers on the
Mission tour as you explore a 100 year old working heritage farm, nose
around Canada’s largest dahlia nursery founded in 1920, and catch a
Rainbow at the oldest and largest trout farm in BC. Pick up some of
grandma’s favourite elixir, Apple Cider Vinegar, and sample succulent
Heirloom apples. Enjoy the drive through a majestic forest of West
Coast Cedar to find exotic cattle, llamas, and alpacas. Get free
landscaping ideas from a tree and shrub expert, and shop for fresh
produce, preserves, baked goodies, crafts and local art at the farmers’
market. https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
Ongoing until September 30, 2008
Abbotsford
Circle Farm Tour. Take a drive in the beautiful countryside, experience
something new and connect with our friendly people and their
agricultural roots on the Abbotsford Circle Farm Tour. The Abbotsford
Circle Farm Tour has something that will appeal to everyone...young and
old. Maybe you will enjoy sampling some of the best ice cream you will
ever taste, or how about learning the inner secrets of growing award
winning perrenials. For the more action oriented you can pick the best
halloween jack-o-lantern out of a real pumpkin patch and best of all
you can end your tour with some fine cold climate wines and dinner made
from products grown on local farms. https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
Ongoing until October 16, 2008
Arthur
Erickson House & Garden Foundation offers guided tours of the world
famous architect's garden. Tours every Thursday at 5:00 PM from
April
17 to mid-October (or at other times for group of 4 or more by special
arrangement). Cost is $10/person. Reserve at 604-738-4195 or by e-mail
at aegarden@telus.net. The
compact garden set on 2 residential lots reflects Erickson's passion
for Japanese gardens. For more information visit our website at www.ericksongarden.org
Ongoing to December 31, 2008
Bill
Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art: Gallery Opening. The Bill
Reid
Gallery of Northwest Coast Art will open its doors to the public on May
10, 2008, with the opening exhibition Bill Reid: Master of Haida Art.
Bill Reid: Master of Haida Art runs through 2008, featuring highly
interactive exhibits that appeal to all ages. Permanent installations
include: The Raven's Trove: Gold Masterworks by Bill Reid; the
monumental bronze sculpture Mythic Messengers, Reid's masterful
composition of eleven intertwined figures recounting traditional Haida
myths; a monumental cedar tribute pole carved by Haida Chief 7idansuu
(Jim Hart) honouring Reid, who died in 1998. Two of the exhibition
spaces feature rotating exhibitions of Northwest Coast art, cultural
performances and lectures. Although the Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest
Coast Art is just steps away from one of Vancouver's busiest
intersections, Georgia and Burrard, visitors find it amazingly secluded
by the cloister-like setting of the courtyard.
Ongoing
For
the last 12 years I've been running a non-profit organization in Delta
called Air Time Canada. We offer a free Aviation Camp where kids
(and
adults) learn how to co-pilot an airplane and get a chance to try it
out for real. It's completely free, in that we cover the cost of
the
ground school, food, flights, fuel, instructors, etc.
Participants do
have to pay for their own classroom supplies. You can find out a
lot
more at: https://www.airfun.org
David Black, Director, Air Time Canada;
Ongoing
MR
DANCE in Vancouver - Social and ballroom dancing every Sunday and
Tuesday. We teaching dancing since 1991. Admission:
$6.00 for a
group lesson and a dance. No partner requierd. No
membership. Learn
to dance like the Stars in 2008. FREE ticket for new people every
Tuesday. Location: Vancouver, Astorino's Hall, 1739 Venabes
Street.
Visit www.MrDance.ca for more
information.
Ongoing
Totems
- Silent Messengers of the West Coast. Visit the largest and most
diverse collection of totem poles Vancouver has seen and pay homage to
this ancient icon in Pacific Northwest Coast native culture, known as
the silent messenger. Coastal Peoples Fine Arts, 1024 Mainland St.,
Vancouver; 604.685.9248, https://www.coastalpeoples.com
Ongoing
Vancouver
Public Library presents OPEN MIKE FOR TEENS. Are you tired of
singing
in the shower or reading poetry to your cat? We are too and we're here
to do something about it! On the first Monday of every month between
October and June, teens are invited to come on stage in the Peter Kaye
room at Central Library and do their thing! Anything goes, from
stories to poetry to songs. It can be your own material or someone
else's. It doesn't matter who wrote it, we wanna hear it. Library
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