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June 1 - 2, 2005
Cultus Lake Indian
Festival. Come up to the lake to enjoy a day of canoe races, craft
venders, salmon BBQ and the princess contest. Native canoe teams travel
from all over the Lower Mainland to compete in canoes as long as 50 feet!
There are 11 man races, 6 man races, doubles and singles races. There are
categories for men, women, buckskins (16 & under), and even kids races.
This traditional sporting fun, exciting and drug and alcohol free! Everyone
is welcome to come and enjoy the weekend! 604-858-6902, inez.point@stolonation.bc.ca
June 1 - 2, 2005
Library Square At
10. Library Square turns 10 and is celebrating with 10 days of special
events including author readings, music, performances and activities; 604-331-3615.
June 1 - 5, 2005
Upintheair Theatre
presents THE WALKING FISH FESTIVAL. The fish are walking for the
third year as Upintheair Theatre Society give emerging writers, directors
and actors the chance to professionally stage new one-act plays. The Walking
Fish Festival showcases eleven plays over five days in The Playwright's
Theatre Centre Studio - Festival House on Granville Island. With creative
work coming from high school students to emerging professional artists,
it's an opportunity to watch the evolution of theatre. Eleven one-act plays
have been selected from over a hundred applicants for dramaturgical workshop,
development and production. Eleven directors, 30 actors and Upintheair
bring these new works to the stage. Playwrights Theatre Centre, Granville
Island; www.upintheairtheatre.com
June 1 - 30, 2005
Portuguese Heritage
Month. Over half a million reside in Canada with an estimated 40,000 Vancouver
residents hailing from a Portuguese region or are descendents of the Portuguese.
Join us for the 1st ever, proclaimed by the Mayor of the City of Vancouver,
PORTUGUESE HERITAGE MONTH; 604-684-5876, https://www.portuguesecanadian.com
June 1 to July 3, 2005
Evergreen Cultural
Centre presents CLAY 2005. You'll be amazed at how a lump of mud
can be transformed into something beautiful! The Fraser Valley Potters
Guild showcases examples of the freshest and most exciting work being produced
in the Lower Mainland in Clay 2005, taking place at the Evergreen Cultural
Centre Art Gallery, Coquitlam; www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca
June 1 to September
18, 2005
Sunday Hosts at Pacific
Spirit Park Centre. A warm smile and a wealth of park knowledge are
the trademarks of the volunteer Sunday hosts. Group members are waiting
to answer your questions and provide trail maps at the Park Centre, located
at 4915 West 16th Avenue. If you are interested in becoming a Sunday host,
please call 604-730-2611 or e-mail pspsociety@telus.net;
June 1 to September
5, 2005
Burnaby Lake Nature
House. Mmmm - which trail should I explore? What plant is that? Get
your questions answered by friendly park naturalists and volunteers at
the Burnaby Lake Nature House. Pick up a park map, report bird sightings
or learn about the parks flora and fauna through fun and interactive displays.
Stroll through the butterfly garden and discover which plants attract these
colourful insects. Find out about upcoming nature programs and the Burnaby
Lake Park Association. The Nature House is located at the end of
Piper Avenue off Winston Street; 604-432-6359 or www.gvrd.bc.ca
June 1 to September
5, 2005
Campbell Valley Visitor
Centre, Langley. Drop by the Campbell Valley Visitor Centre and meet
the volunteer hosts. These dedicated local naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts
will provide you with information on park features and trails. Check out
displays by various park groups, play at the kids corner or report wildlife
sightings. The Visito
June 2 - 16, 2005
Jazz Festival Sessions
at VPL. Informative and entertaining series about the music at the TD Canada
Trust Vancouver International Jazz Festival. Vancouver Public Library,
604-331-3603.
June 2 - 16, 2005
Vancouver Public Library
presents JAZZ FESTIVAL SESSIONS. Celebrating 20 years of creative music
at the TD Canada Trust Vancouver International Jazz Festival. Rober Kerr,
Ken Pickering, John Orysik. VPL - Central Branch; 604-331-3602.
June 2 - 30, 2005
Farmer's Truck Market,
Granville Island. Meet your friends in the parking lot in front of the
Arts Club Theatre just east of the Public Market. Buy directly from the
charming producers of the freshest B.C. foods. Thursdays only; www.granvilleisland.com
June 2 to September
25, 2005
Bard on the Beach
Shakespeare Festival. Bard on the Beach is a professional summer
Shakespeare Festival in Vancouver. The irresistible magic of the
city, sea and mountains provides the magnificent backdrop to our productions.
For Information call 604-739-0559 or visit www.bardonthebeach.org
June 2, 9, 16, 23,
2005
Every Saturday in
July hosted in the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park Courtyard Chinatown Arts &
Cultural Festival: The World in the Heart of Chinatown Discover whats
exciting in the heart of historic Chinatown this summer! The Chinatown
Arts & Cultural Committee presents four colorful and diverse cultural
showcases every Saturday in July (July 2, 9, 16, 23) at the Sun Yat Sen
PARK courtyard in order to further enhance Vancouver Chinatowns role as
the host of arts and cultural events in the City, promote the diversity
of art forms, and strengthen neighborhood collaborations. Donations gratefully
appreciated. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 604-662-3207,
https://www.vancouverchinesegarden.com
June 3, 2005
Shona Le Mottee with
Corinne. Fiddler Shona Le Mottée started playing at the age
of seven on the Island of Jersey, in the English Channel. At age
nine she moved to Vancouver, Canada where she continued to develop her
music under fiddling greats such as Alasdair Fraser, Buddy MacMaster, Bruce
Molsky, Daniel Lapp, and Martin Hayes. St. James Hall, 3214 W 10th Avenue,
Vancouver;
June 3, 2005
The VPL and Banyen
Books present a presentation by Oriah Mountain Dreamer, author of What
We Ache For: Creativity and the Unfolding of Your Soul. We all ache
to feel and express the joy of being fully alive, to find the marriage
of meaning and matter, to unfold and be all that we are while offering
something to the world. In her previous books, Oriah Mountain Dreamer journeyed
into the deepest longings of the soul. Now, in What We Ache For, Oriah
offers us practical ways to cultivate our creativity, that impulse of every
human soul to unfold by touching the truth about ourselves and the world
and co-creating meaning from the life we are given. 7:30 pm, free, VPL
- Central Branch; https://www.banyenbooks.com/EVENTS.HTM
June 3, 2005
Tim O'Brien.
Over the last 30 years, Tim OBrien has become one of the most respected
and beloved singers and musicians in the ever-growing Americana explosion.
Nominated for three Grammys and the winner of the 1993 International Bluegrass
Music Association Male Vocalist of the Year, he is well known for
his pitch-perfect voice and amazing talent with multiple instruments. Throughout
his career he has played everything from swing to traditional, bluegrass
to country. St. James Hall, 3214 W 10th Avenue, Vancouver;
June 3 - 4, 2005
Canadian Cancer Society
Relay For Life. Teams of 10 join in a 12-hr. run, walk or jog in a effort
to raise funds for the fight against cancer. White Rock Centennial
Park, 778-855-2889, https://www.bc.cancer.ca
June 4, 2005
Farme refreshments
will be served at the Nature House. Meet at the Nature House, end of Piper
Avenue, south of Winston Street. 6 8 am. Presented by the Burnaby
Lake Park Association. Everyone welcome. Free, registration not required;
604-432-6359 or www.gvrd.bc.ca
June 4, 2005
Pitt Meadows Day.
Come and join the fun. There will be a parade, childrens activities, entertainment,
a salmon BBQ, the crowning of Miss Pitt. Meadows, fireworks show. A day
of fun for the whole family held in Harris Road Park
June 4, 2005
PUBLIC HIKE to Celebrate
the 10th Birthday of Pinecone-Burke Provincial Park. This short hike
will follow the Woodland Walk trail ending at a beautiful creek and an
old growth Douglas Fir. The elevation gain is only 200 meters with a 7
km return distance. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water and a snack.
Estimated return time is 1 pm. Please phone 604-464-9255 to register. Sponsored
by the Burke Mountain Naturalists. www.bmn.bc.ca
June 4, 2005
Spring Bake Sale.
Bake sale for grown-ups; stock up on treats from a select group of Vancouver
bakers, with mini-makeovers and hand massages; proceeds to the Food Bank.
Vancouver Museum, https://www.thereshegoes.ca
June 4, 2005
Vancouver Children's
Choir presents Brother Sister Sun Moon. Christ Church Cathedral,
690 Burrard Street, Vancouver; 604-682-6363.
June 4, 2005
Vancouver Food Bank
presents SWEET BASIL JAZZ NIGHT BENEFIT CONCERT. St. Andrew's-Wesley
Church, 1012 Nelson Street, Vancouver; 604-876-3601.
June 4, 2005
Yarrow Days.
Yarrow celebrates their community in June with an array of activities like
a parade, entertainment, games, and crafts for sale. Held at Yarrow
Central Park; 604-823-6008.
June 5, 2005
13th Annual Coho Bon
Voyage. Join this annual Bowen Island salmon celebration. Release
young salmon, take a guided tour of the Terminal Creek Fish Hatchery and
find out about the ecological importance of small creeks. Meet at the hatchery.
From the ferry dock, walk to the hatchery on park trails. 11 am
3 pm. Information: call 604-947-0630, e-mail manana1@shaw.ca
or visit www.bowenhatchery.org
Presented by GVRD and Bowen Island Fish & Wildlife Club. Everyone welcome.
Free
June 5, 2005
1st Annual Gastown
Motorcycle Show & Shine. This is the first ever ALL MAKE Motorcycle
Show n Shine to take place in the heart of Vancouver. Event includes an
expo zone which will feature exhibitions by Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Titan,
harley-Davidson. A motorcycle fashion show will feature the latest in motorcycle
chic for all ages and attitudes. More than 250 motorcycles will be on display
including choppers, cruisers, vintage bikes, sport bikes, fat boys, softtails,
rat bikes, sidecars, drag bikes, scooters and more; www.gastown.org
June 5, 2005
HSBC Childrun.
A fun-filled morning of exercise, healthy food and family entertainment!
Childrun is celebrating their 20th year helping kids with Cancer. Come
out and show your support for the Pediatric Oncology Department at BC Childrens
Hospital. Sign up as an individual or as a team and raise funds. Run/ Walk
5KM or Foresters 1KM Kidzone. BC Childrens Hospital, 604-875-8444,
www.childrun.com
June 5, 2005
Little Mountain/Riley
Park Festival. Celebrate community spirit with friends and neighbours.Browse
the craft tables, enjoy main stage music, visit the food fair and enjoy
the thrill of seeing your children experience festival delights; 604-257-8545.
June 5, 2005
Slugfest at
Richmond Nature Park. Slippery, slimy, wonderful slugs. This is your day!
Fun and games for slugs and their people. Contests include beauty, heavy
weight, largest and smallest. The Grande finale own material or someone
else's. It doesn't matter who wrote it, we wanna hear it; 604-331-3691.
June 7, 21, 28, 2005
Stephen Schecter:
And God Picked up His Pen And Wrote. Lecture series by professor
of sociology at Montreal University focuses on the Bible as literature.
Jewish Community Centre, 604-257-511.
June 8, 2005
Bugs for Dinner -
Talk and Tasting at Richmond Nature Park; 604-718-6188.
June 9, 2005
Vancouver Public Library
presents INSIDE KENYA: CREATING TOMORROW. he Vancouver Public Library
presents Sandra Harper, author of Inside Kenya: Creating Tomorrow, stories
of twelve extraordinary Kenyan lives. VPL - Central Branch, 604-331-3602.
June 9 - 12, 2005
Vancouver Garden Show
at VanDusen. Whether youre a novice gardener or total green thumb,
the Vancouver Garden Show at VanDusen is the place for you. The Show is
filled full of gardening ideas, displays, demonstrations, and presentations
by local and international experts. VanDusen Botanical Gardens, 604-878-9274,
www.vancouvergardenshow.com
June 10, 2005
Cops for Cancer "2005
Tour de Coast" is a fundraiser for children with Cancer. Money raised goes
towards support for "Camp Goodtimes" which is a summer camp for children
living with Cancer. Police officers from the SW Coastal areas of BC are
involved in ongoing fundraising such as this, and invite your support!
Each $15 tickets includes: Admission and 1 Complimentary Beverage! Appys
served at 7-8pm. A fashion show, including the lovely BC Lions Cheerleaders
starts at 8pm! Get tickets at the door, or call Lisa at 604-717-3349, Ext#1837.
Hope to see you there!! Shark Club Bar and Grill in Vancouver.
June 10 - 11, 2005
60th Anniversary Celebration
of the end of WWII. An evening of sentimental favourites and great
music that includes The White Cliffs of Dover, We?ll Meet Again, In the
Mood, and much more. Starring Bramwell Tovey, mezzo-soprano Sandra Stringer,
and the Vancouver Bach Choir; Orpheum Theatre, 604-280-4444.
June 10 - 12, 17 -
19, 2005
Day out with Thomas.
All aboard for Thomas the Tank Engine. 25-minute ride with Thomas.
Meet Sr. Topham Hatt, Thomas & Friends. Storytelling and Video
Viewing. Live Music. Imagination Station. Arts &
Crafts and more. Temporary tattoos of Island of Sodor Friends.
Thomas Gift Shop. Food Vendor. West Coast Railway Heritage Park,
Squamish; www.wcra.org
June 10 - 12, 2005
Aldergrove Festival
Days. With events like "telephone booth races" you know that this
is a festival like no other. Come and catch a slo-pitch game or a parade.
Or just enjoy the stories told by Aldergroves old-timers as they sip lemonade
from their porches. 604-856-9292, https://www.aldergrovefestivaldays.com
June 10 - 12, 2005
Gibsons Landing Jazz
Festival. The 10th Annual Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival will be held
in various locations around Gibsons Landing on the beautiful Sunshine Coast;
www.coastjazz.com
June 10 - 27, 2005
Deep Cove Stage Society
presents: Out of Order. Deep Cove Shaw Theatre, 4360 Gallant Avenue,
North Vancouver; 604-929-3200, www.DeepCoveStage.com
June 11 - 12, 2005
Annual Craft Market.
Visit Granville Island the second weekend in June when dozens of artisans
from across BC sell their wares in the Market Courtyard. This event is
a hot spot for lovers of handmade, one-of-a-kind jewelry, woodcrafts, artisan
glass and more; 604-666-5784, www.granvilleisland.com
June 11, 2005
Family Day at Carousel
Theatre. You and your family are invited to celebrate Carousel Theatres
30th season of producing theatre for young people and their families in
BC. Join us for hot dogs and refreshments, face painting, games, prizes,
a 50/50 draw, a raffle, and a special Kids Kabaret. Free. (604) 669-3410.
June 11, 2005
Hawk Eyes and Rabbit
Ears. Some say that if a drop of water falls in the forest, a hawk could
see it, a coyote could smell it and a rabbit could hear it. Discover a
sense of wonder as you explore the sights, sounds, smells and textures
of nature with your child. Find out about animal super senses as you test
your own. Join in outdoor fun and senseational activities. Burnaby
Lake Regional Park. To register call 604-421-5225.
June 11, 2005
World Naked Bike Ride.
Protest against car culture happens in Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal,
San Francisco, Chicago, London, Spain, Paris, Amsterdam. Sunset Beach,
Vancouver; 604-255-3855, https://www.worldnakedbikeride.org
June 12, 2005
21st Century Flea
Market: From shabby chic to 50's kitsch, collectibles and memorabilia to
vintage kitchenalia, 175 tables of bargains on deluxe 20th century junque!
Croatian Cultural Centre, 604-980-3159, https://www.21cpromotions.com
June 12, 2005
5TH ANNUAL WALK TO
CURE DIABETES. For the first time in history, a cure for a chronic
disease is within reach. Be a part of history by participating in the Walk
To Cure Diabetes. Nationally this event has raised over $42 million to
fund research for a cure for this disease that impact over two million
Canadians. If you would like more information on participating in this
event contact Angela at 604-320-1937 or by email at ahomer@jdrf.ca.
June 12, 2005
Incredible Edible
Tour of farms, food and beverage processors, and wineries; For more
information: https://www.farmfolkcityfolk.ca/
June 12, 2005
Multifest at the Cambie
Community Centre, Richmond; 604-233-8399.
June 12, 2005
PAW POWER 2005.
9th Annual Fundraising Walk to benefit B.C. Guide Dogs for the Blind.
FUN, FUN, FUN For the whole family including dog and kid games: Weiner
Bobbing, Egg Relay, Musical Matts, Most Vocal Dog, Best Trick and much
more. Great Prizes to be won. Lumbermans Arch, Stanley Park, 604-940-4504,
www.bcguidedog.com
June 12, 2005
The Festival Coquitlam
Teddy Bear Picnic, held at Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, has grown
to be the largest Childrens Festival in the Tri-City area. It is an affo
around the world having French as one of their official language. Held
at different venues in Vancouver, 604-736-9806, https://www.lecentreculturel.com/e/e_festival.htm
June 14, July
12, August 9, September 13, 2005
Stories Around the
World. Kids Around the World Children's Museum presents local poet Jacinda
Oldale as she shares stories from here, there & everywhere! Featuring
fabulous faves and new jewels selected to enhance our children's awareness
about the wonderful world around them. We will explore tastes and textures
from cultures around the globe. Trout Lake: Under the willow tree
that is between the covered picnic area and the swings (at the playground
near the beach). https://www.kidsaroundtheworld.ca
June 16 - 24, 2005
Le centre culturel
francophone de Vancouver presents FESTIVAL D'ETE. Every year in June,
Vancouver vibrates to the rhythms of the 'Festival d't francophone de Vancouver'.
Its program is aimed primarily at Francophone music for the benefit of
all Vancouverites who have an interest in the French language.
Le Centre Culturel Francophone de Vancouver, 604-736-9806, www.lecentreculturel.com
June 16, 2005
Othello Tunnel Day
Trip - Richmond Nature Park; 604-718-6188.
June 17, 2005
Tom Jones With Tower
of Power, GM Place; 604-280-4444.
June 17 - 18, 2005
Coastal Peoples Fine
Arts Gallery presents National Aboriginal Day Carving Demonstration.
In celebration of National Aboriginal Day on June 21st, Coastal Peoples
is pleased to host an interactive event at the gallery on Friday, June
17th and Saturday, June 18th, featuring the artwork of talented Tlingit
artist, Mark Preston. Everyone is welcome to observe the artist's carving
techniques in semi-precious metal and learn about the origin of his distinctive
style of art. Coastal Peoples Fine Arts, 1024 Mainland St., Vancouver,
www.coastalpeoples.com
June 17 - 19, 2005
Alcan Dragon Boat
Festival. From its beginning as a rain ceremony on southern China's
river banks to Vancouver's own multicultural celebration on the shore of
False Creek, dragon boat racing and its attendant festivities have changed
considerably over the centuries. Today, through continuing such ancient
traditions as the Taoist Dragon Blessing Ceremony, we honour what today's
dragon boaters like to call "the spirit of the dragon", which is the spirit
of coming together and working as a team for a common goal; 604-688-2382,
https://www.adbf.com
June 17 - 19, 2005
10th Annual Scandinavian
Midsummer Festival. Family event features cultural displays, entertainment,
the raising of the midsummer pole, craft exhibits, Scandinavian foods,
a beer garden, and a special "Live" Tribute to ABBA; 604-294-2777, www.scandinaviancentre.org
June 18, 2005
4th Annual Korean
Heritage Day Festival. The Korean Heritage Day Festival is an annual
event that offers everyone, of Korean heritage or other, first-hand experiences
of authentic Korean cuisine, traditional dance and arts. Town Centre Park,
Coquitlam; 604-524-8871 or 778-772-9591.
June 18, 2005
COUNTRY STYLE PARADE
AND PARTY IN THE PARK. The Country Style Days Parade and Party in
the Park come together on Saturday, June 18th. The Langley Parade starts
at 10:00am along the Fraser Highway; come cheer on the floats, marching
bands, horses and clowns! "Bicycle decorating" and "Best Dressed Pet" contestants
will be part of the parade, and the Party in the Park will follow. Douglas
Park will be filled with interesting displays, live entertainment, delicious
food and children's rides and activities. For information call 604-514-2800.
June 18, 2005
Father`s Day -BC Family
Fishing Weekend, LaFarge Lake, Coquitlam; https://wlapwww.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/recreational.html
June 18, 2005
Le centre culturel
francophone de Vancouver presents CHILDREN'S FEST. Le Centre Culturel
Francophone de Vancouver, 604-736-9806, www.lecentreculturel.com.
June 18, 2005
RAILWAY DAYS.
At various locations in Fort Langley model railways and art displays will
be set up. For more information call 604-574-7278 or 604-888-8835
June 18, 2005
Sapperton Street Festival.
Bike stunts, entertainment and activities. The Bike Zone will feature
the Flow Show, which is a high-energy circus like show of jumps, stunts
and mountain bike tricks. The zone will also feature Penny Farthings, Tricycles,
unicycle races, and more! 604-785-4074, https://www.imagineeredevents.com
June 18, 2005
Whalley Community
Festival. Entertainment including Jim Byrnes, Kid's Zone, Food & Cultural
Fest, displays and lots of fun for all ages. North Surrey Recreation
Centre, 604-502-6343, https://www.whalleyfestival.com
June 18 - 19, 2005
Desert Plant Society
of Vancouver Annual Show and Sale. VanDusen Botanical Gardens, 604-888
- 6850, https://www.cactus-mall.com/dpsv
June 18 - 19, 2005
Pacific Rim Kite Festival.
Vanier Park, Vancouver. Two days of kite flying backdropped by the
Coast Mountains, English Bay and downtown Vancouver. Featuring world
record holder Ray Bethell (https://www.raybethell.com/),
performing with 3 kites at once in a beautiful aerial ballet. British
Columbia Kitefliers Association, info@bcka.bc.ca
June 18 - 19, 2005
Squamish Mountain
Bike Festival. A 67km mass start mountain bike race through the streets
and trails of Squamish. Race is limited to 800 participants and sells out
early. 604-898-3519, https://www.testofmetal.com/
June 18 - 19, 2005
U2 Can Raku.
The Potters Guild of BC proudly presents a weekend of ceramics on Granville
Island. This event is a way of helping people in the community create their
own ceramic masterpieces. Pre-made blank ceramic pieces will be sold for
the public to decorate. Ocean Art Works; (604) 254-4008.
June 18 - 21, 2005
Folk Festival.
Presenting a variety performances every evening. Admission by donation.
Centennial Theatre, North Vancouver; 604-984-4484, https://www.centennialtheatre.com
June 18, 25, July 5,
27, August 31, 2005
Wetland Guide to Who
Eats Who. Come canoe the quiet waters of Burnaby Lake and enjoy the
evening air, slow current and calm ripples of the canoes wake. Below the
waters tranquil surface is an eat-or-be-eaten world where animals and
Lemonade on a 1921 railcar, tools, cars, and other fatherly things.
Port Moody Station Museum, (604) 939-1648, https://vcn.bc.ca/pmmuseum
June 19, 2005
16th Annual Father's
Day Show n' Shine. The B.C. Oldsmobile Club is holding their 16th
Annual Father's Day Show n' Shine at Waterfront Park, North Vancouver,
2 blocks west of Lonsdale on Esplanade. Free, 10 am, www.bcoldsmobileclub.ca.
June 19, 2005
B.C. Family Fishing
Day & Watershed Tours Kick-off. Join the LSCR and the Seymour
Salmonid Society as we host the fourth annual B.C. Family Fishing Day at
Rice Lake and launch the 2005 watershed tour season. Its no mistake that
this fun event falls on Fathers Day, and what better way to spend time
with your dad! Try your luck at one of our games or crafts, fish, see fly
fishing and fly tying demonstrations, take a hatchery or forest tour, or
visit the many booths. Prizes will be awarded for various activities. See
you there! Proceeds from the BBQ lunch sale will go to a local community
group. Free. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or www.gvrd.bc.ca
June 19, 2005
Carnivorous Plant
Show and Sale at the Richmond Nature Park; 604-718-6188.
June 19, 2005
Westside Cycling Classic.
The Westside Cycling Classic, the fourth race in the province wide SISU
BC Cup Race Series, will take place in Vancouver on Sunday June 19th. With
the backdrop of the coastal mountains and Pacific Ocean, several hundred
of the best riders in the Pacific Northwest are expected to challenge the
extremely hilly 13.5km loop around the University of British Columbia,
the beaches of Spanish Banks and the very popular and vibrant Point Grey
Village; www.teamwedgewood.com
June 21, 2005
Museum of Anthropology
presents NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY. To mark National Aboriginal Day,
Vancouver choreographer Karen Jamieson will workshop a new dance drama
she is developing with members of the urban Haida community. This work
both builds upon and extends an earlier piece by Jamieson and the Haida
in the village of Skidegate, which culminated in a multi-media performance
of "The Percy Gladstone Memorial Dance," on January 22, 2005. In Skidegate,
Karen Jamieson worked with a core group of Haida dancers to create a unique
theatrical event, including original songs and dances for which new masks
were commissioned. Here at MOA, Jamieson collaborates with local Haida
to bring a new dimension to the work; www.moa.ubc.ca
June 21, 2005
Strange Days Festival.
Members from The Doors and The Cult, with Vanilla Fudge and Pat Travers
Band. The Doors of the 21st Century features original Doors' guitarist
Robby Krieger and keyboardist Ray Manzarek, with former Cult frontman Ian
Astbury; Vanilla Fudge, with all four of the original members and Pat Travers
Band open. Pacific Coliseum, 604=280-4444.
June 21, 2005
Vancouver Public Library
presents GOOD LUCK LIFE. The VPL and the Chinese Canadian Historical
Society present Rosemary Gong reading from her new book, Good Luck Life:
The Essential Guide to Chinese American Celebrations and Culture. Why are
dragons so ubiquitous to the Chinese? What's the most dangerous day of
the year? What's the significance of making jooing - sticky rice wrapped
in bambo leaves - in the month of June? How did dragon boat racing originate?
The answers to these questions and more can be found in Good Luck Life,
a culmination of Gong's efforts to acquaint herself with her cultural heritage
after practicing and observing Chinese celebrations while growing up Chinese
in America. It details historical facts, legends, common practices and
celebratory foods; 7:30pm, free, 604-331-3602.
June 22 - 26, 2005
Applause! Musicals
in Concert presents ON THE TOWN. Paving the way for his other
New York musicals, West Si 432-6359 or www.gvrd.bc.ca
June 24, 2005
Flamenco Rosario presents
the Vancouver Flamenco Festival at the Vancouver Playhouse; Tickets 604-280-3311.
June 24, 2005
Vancouver International
Jazz Festival presents Diana Krall. Orpheum Theatre, www.coastaljazz.ca
June 24 - 26, 2005
Abreast In A Boat
Celebrating 10 Years. 10 Years Abreast Celebration Paddles Up! We
are inviting every breast cancer team around the world to come for an incredible
weekend of paddling, celebration and surprises. Paddling will take place
in False Creek, in the heart of downtown Vancouver. The traditional flower
ceremony will be quite a sight hundreds of us raising fuchsia flowers to
celebrate our lives and to honour those who can no longer paddle with us.
The premier paddling event will be the Scotiabank Breast Cancer Trophy
Race! 604-534-3660, www.abreastinaboat.com
June 24 - 26, 2005
Can-Am National Car
Show. Northwest Washington Fairgrounds, Lynden, Washington; 360-354-5995,
https://www.lynden.org
June 24 to July 3,
2005
TD Canada Trust Vancouver
International Jazz Festival. Some of the biggest names in jazz take the
stage at various venues in the Vancouver area. In addition, a 2 free, 2-day
New Orleans-style street festival is held in historic Gastown and at the
Roundhouse Community Centre. Presented by the Coastal Jazz & Blues
Society; 604-872-5200, www.coastaljazz.ca
June 25, 2005
Driven to Perform.
BC Place Stadium. Join us for fashion shows, entertainment, the best
in performance cars and bikes, plus the loudest sound systems to hit the
streets. Tickets are available at the door. For more information go to
www.driventoperformevent.com.
June 25 - 26, 2005
8th "Art in the Park"
by Lynton Studio. TRICE FARMS GARDEN CENTRE 24565, Dewdney Trunk
Road, Maple Ridge Guest Artist Ron Hedrick and Stave Fall Art Group Over
30 artists participating. Watercolours, Oils, Acrylics, Pottery, Wearable
Art, Stained Glass, Jewellery, Garden Art, Glassworks, Aromatherapy and
Natural Body Products. Something for Everyone! $1.00 Children under 12
free
June 25 - 26, 2005
TD Canada Trust International
Jazz Festival - Free Gastown Stages. Two stages featuring local and
international artists. 1:00pm - 8:00pm, www.coastaljazz.ca
June 26, 2005
Scotiabank Vancouver
Half-Marathon & 5k Run/Walk. Half-Marathon, the third largest
competitive run in the city of Vancouver, and the worlds most scenic. Stanley
Park, www.canadarunningseries.com/svhm
June 26, 2005
Trans Canada Trail
Challenge 2005: Celebrate the Trans Canada Trail at this non-competitive
adventure for cyclists, walkers, runners and equestrians. Choose between
15 and 55 km of trail. Event check-in begins at the Chilliwack Military
Base at 8 am. Participants start at the Vedder River Crossing
in Chilliwack and travel to various checkpoints, including Matsqui Trail
Regional Park. The final stop is Douglas Taylor Park in Abbotsford. Proceeds
help to construct and maintain the Trans Canada Trail. Matsqui Trail
regional park, 604-942-6768, www.trailsbc.ca
(https://www.trailsbc.ca)
June 28, 2005
Low Tide Loungers.
Finish the school year with a splash. Discover beach features and creatures
during this marvellous low tide. Park interpreters will be on site with
displays and activities for drop-in visitors. Look for our tent at Centennial
Beach. For $1, make a souvenir craft to take home and leave the beach animals
on the beach. Boundary Bay Regional Park; 604-432-6359 or www.gvrd.com
Cammidge House Committee Events Fund to enhance Cammidge House and support
community events and park activities. Look for park entrance signs off
Boundary Bay Road. Information: 604-250-8671. Everyone welcome. Free,
registration not required;
July 1, 2005
Canada Day at Burnaby
Village Museum. Another auspicious birthday is celebrated: Canada is 138
years old. This is Burnaby's official celebration, and the public is invited
to join the festivities free of charge. 11:00am-4:30pm. Burnaby Village
Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue. Phone 604-293-6500. Recorded Info Line 604-293-6501
July 1, 2005
Canada Day Celebration.
Celebrate Canada's birthday at Richmond Park (behind Eastburn Community
Centre) with children's activities, games, entertainment, information booths
and, of course, birthday cake for everyone! Bring a picnic or sample some
tasty treats. Free admission. Friday, 11:00am-2:30pm, July 1. If the weather's
wet, the party moves indoors to Eastburn Community Centre. Phone 604.525.5361
or 604.525.1671 for more information. Co-sponsored by Eastburn/Edmonds
Centres and local community agencies.
July 1, 2005
CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS.
All day event, entertainment, 8AM breakfast, 3PM cake located in the Aldergrove
Kinsmen Heritage Park. For more information call Diane @ 604-857-0555
July 1, 2005
CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS.
Entertainment & activities for the whole family at Fort Langley National
Historic Site (604-513-4777) and Langley Centennial Museum (604-888-3922)
July 1, 2005
Canada Day On the
Bay. This celebration for the peninsula, hosted by Rick Forchuk, will take
place on the waterfront and will include a citizen reaffirmation ceremony,
children's activities, multicultural performances and will culminate with
a spectacular fireworks display in the evening. White Rock, 604-536-1940,
https://www.expresscomputers.com/canadaday/
July 1, 2005
Canada Day.
Granville Island celebrates Canadas birthday with activities for everyone.
There is lots of free family fun from live jazz, to special promotions,
demonstrations and a variety of events island-wide. Highlights this year
include the 6th annual Canada Day Island Parade and the official Canada
Day Ceremonies on the Mound; (604) 666-5784.
July 1, 2005
Celebrate Canada Day
(Friday, July 1) with free admission at the Maritime Museum! Families enjoy
the Alcan Childrens Maritime Discovery Centre and the historic RCMP vessel
St Roch, as well as special activities only on Canada Day. Entrance to
the Museum, all exhibits, special activities and entrance to the Museum
are free to the public. A special family craft activity area will be open
from noon to 4 pm.
July 1, 2005
Squamish, Canada Day
Celebrations. Official ceremonies, children's races, canine demonstrations,
birthday cup cake, face painting... and a lot more. Held at Squamish
Pavilion and Squamish Junction Park; 604-892-9244.
July 1, 2005
Steveston Salmon Festival.
Bull Head Derby at Garry Point Park, Chowder Contest, and Flower &
Garden Show. These are just a few of the events that are happening around
Salmon Festival time. Held in Steveston, 604-718-8080.
July 1, 2005
Telegraph demos, quilting
demos, face-painting, dancing, children's crafts & concession. Port
Moody Station Museum, (604) 939-1648, https://vcn.bc.ca/pmmuseum
July 1, 2005
Vancouver, Canada
Day Celebration. Held in various locations around Greater Vancouver,
including Canada Place, Granville Island, Gulf of Georgia Cannery, ...604-666-7200.
July 1 - 4, 2005
25th Anniversary Celebration
at Minter Gardens. 2005 is the 25th Anniversary of Minter Gardens
opened by Brian and Faye Minter on Mothers Day 1980. Join us for a weekend
of celebration. Visit www.mintergardens.com
for more details on the schedule of events.
July 1 - September 2, 2005
Music in the Garden: Enchanted Evenings
Series. In its twelfth season, the Enchanted Evenings series expands to
showcase new talent along with your favorite performers from July 1 to
September 2. The 2005 repertoire includes classical, Asian, world, Indian,
and fusion music. All shows start at 7:30pm and end approx. 8:30pm on Friday
nights. Tickets are $15 non-members and $12 members. Call 604 662-3207
to reserve advance tickets or purchase them at the door.
July 2 - 10, 2005
Canada Cup. The Canada Cup gets underway
Saturday, July 2 and winds up Sunday, July 10 with opening ceremonies,
special promotions, prize draws and family entertainment in between - all
adding to the value and festival atmosphere of this very special sports
spectacular! Held at Softball City 2201 -148th Street , South Surrey;
(604) 536-9287, https://www.softball.bc.ca/softcity.html .
July 2 - 23, 2005
5th Annual Chinatown Arts & Cultural
Festival. At the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park Courtyard - performances, artisan
marketplace, childrens crafts, and food tasting from around the world.
Donations appreciated; 604-662-3207, www.vancouverchinesegarden.com
July 3, 2005
Lions Club Big "M" Car Show at the Steveston
Community Centre, Richomd; 604-718-8080.
July 6, 17, 19, August 14, September 11,
2005
Canoeing at Deas. Deas Island Regional Park.
Canoe the serene, sheltered waters of Deas Slough to Ladner Marsh. Find
the historical sunken rum-runner, the Aubrey B. Imagine the war canoes
paddled from the north coast, during the once abundant salmon runs, as
you hear stories of Deas past. Gain insights to the local features as
you paddle by farmland, eagle nests, herons, bog orchids, fishing boats,
rich estuary wetlands and more. Basic canoeing instructions will be provided
with time to practice before the expedition; 604-432-6359 or www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 8, 29, August 12, 26, September 4, 2005
Life on a Lake. Burnaby Lake Regional Park.
Paddle your way along marshy shores. Just as you use special equipment
to explore this watery habitat, animals and plants have special adaptations
to live in, on and around the lake. Find out what it takes to survive in
this watery world; 604-432-6359 or www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 15, 22, August 5, 19, 2005
Beaver Evening Paddle. Burnaby Lake
Regional Park. Evening is a good time to spot beavers going to work on
the night shift. Glide along the calm headwaters of the Brunette River,
stopping beside beaver lodges, canals and scent pads. Learn about one of
Canadas signature species as you enjoy an evening paddle; 604-432-6359
or www.gvrd.bc.ca
Ongoing until June 5, 2005
North Shore Credit Union World Mountain
Bike Festival & Conference. Explore the environmental, social and economic
issues surrounding the rapidly growing recreational sport of mountain biking;
http:www.nsmbfc.com
Ongoing until June 22, 2005
Senses. Billed as the song and dance
concert that arouses all your senses, this show has an added theme of celebrating
the beauty and artistry of Chinese womanhood. Senses, the show, will feature
each evening a pair of dancers, two singers (a tenor and a female Chinese
folk singer), nine female musicians, and six accompanying dancers. The
headlining female lead dancer is Tang Jia Li, famous not only because of
her dancing agility but also because of her exquisite beauty and elegance
as seen through her well-known and artistic library of nude photography
(visit www.tangjiali.com). Through
specially orchestrated music that fuses the best of the East with the best
of the West, Senses will showcase to the audience a different side of Chinese
stage art and culture. Centre for Performing Arts in Vancouver, 604-602-0616,
www.centreinvancouver.com
Ongoing until July 10, 2005
Surrey Art Gallery presents Reasonable &
Senseless: A Technical Disaster. he notion of contemporary, critical electronic
arts and a reckoning with the technical disaster has been fuelling a discussion
amongst a handful of Canadian artists on both eastern and western seaboards.
In this context we have been remotely discussing the role of the artist
as watchdog, soothsayer, prophet or recalcitrant gravedigger; 604-501-5566,
www.arts.surrey.ca
Ongoing until July 10, 2005
Arts Club Theatre presents MISS SAIGON.
War, Love, Sacrifice and Hope This hugely popular show is the second musical
by Boubil and Schnberg - the same team that created Les Misrables. An American
soldier named Chris has a brief and passionate affair with an innocent
Vie instructors with dance, music and drama recitals as well as visual
and ceramic arts exhibitions. Gala show: June 9, time to be announced For
more information, contact the box office at 604-205-3000. Shadbolt Centre
for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby.
Ongoing until July 24, 2005
Vancouver Whitecaps Women's Soccer at Swangard
Stadium. Call 604-669-9283 or https://www.whitecapsfc.com/index.html
for game schedule.
Ongoing until June 30, 2005
Practice Your French. Learn, practice and
improve your French with the participation of volunteers. Every Thursday.
French Cultural Centre, 604-736-9806.
Ongoing until August 30, 2005
Vancouver Museum presents Skateboarding
in Vancouver: a look at the colourful and controversial history of skateboarding
in this city and beyond. See skateboards and equipment from all eras of
the sport from the surf-inspired sixties to the electric eighties to the
fine-arts inspired nineties. Learn how skateboarding has been shaped by
this city and how skateboarding has shaped it. 604-734-7368.
Ongoing until September 3, 2005
Mission City Farmers' Market. Assortment
of baked goods, jams and jellies, pickles and preserves, crafts, garden
art, plants and nursery stock; Every Saturday, 604-864-1261.
Ongoing until September 5, 2005
Wang Du. The Vancouver Art Gallery
will be the first venue outside Europe to present this exhibition of sculptural
works by Wang Du, a Chinese-born (b. 1956) artist living and working in
Paris since 1990. Wang Du is recognized as a master of manipulating and
deconstructing images related to the mass media. In each work he painstakingly
reproduces the original two-dimensional image in three-dimensional form,
often utilizing the extreme foreshortening and cropping that are a part
of media representation. Vancouver Art Gallery, 604-662-4719, https://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Ongoing until September 5, 2005
Franz West: As a leading European artist,
Franz West has made an important contribution to sculpture at the turn
of the century. West's work emerges out of the history of Viennese Actionism
with its emphasis on the human body, the grotesque and subversive humour.
Franz West features over 30 works from the past three decades and focuses
on West's Passtück (or Adaptive) sculptures; Vancouver Art Gallery,
604-662-4719, https://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Ongoing until September 11, 2005
Men's Whitecap Soccer at Swanguard Stadium,
Burnaby; www.whitecapssoccer.com
Ongoing until September 30, 2005
UBC Music presents Wednesday Noon Hours,
An hour of music presented by various artists. Program changes weekly.
12 pm, UBC Recital Hall, 6361 Memorial Road, UBC, Vancouver;
Ongoing until September 30, 2005
Heritage West End of Vancouver Walking Tour.
Explore and discover local people, architecture and history. Tours meet
daily at the Wall Centre Hotel Fountain, 2pm. Rain/shine Thursdays
-Tuesday. No tour Wednesday. $5 per person, $10 per family.
Tour is approximately 2 hours. Simply show up-look for the man in
the bowler hat. For more information email jcgray@sfu.ca
or visit www.sfu.ca/~jcgray
Ongoing until October 8, 2005
Abbotsford Farm & Country Market.
Held Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm, May 7th to October 8th, in Historic Downtown
Abbotsford, this market is a showcase for BC growers, artisans and entertainers
in a street fair setting. Being designed not only as a shopping place
but also as a social community venue, the market will feature cooking demonstrations,
musicians, and performance artists. For further information check
the website at: www.abbotsfordfarmandcountrymarket.com
Ongoing
Vancouver TheatreSports League presents
The Imprentice. The Imprentice isnt about Money, Money, Money, Money its
about Funny, Funny, Funny, Funny when an all-powerful host, with impossibly
bad hair, runs a competition where a group of improvisers must employ all
their formal training, their street-smarts, their improv-chutzpah in this
ultimate boardroom battle. Who will hear those dreaded words Youre fired!
and which one will be hired to be the Improv Apprentice. It is a 100% non-scripted
show that relies on audience suggestions to move the show to its final
conclusion. New Revue Stage, www.vtsl.com
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