March 2, 2004
LYNN REDGRAVE,Unique Lives and Experiences
presents award-winning actress Lynn Redgrave as she shares her personal
life stories. Orpheum Theatre, 604-280-4444.
March 3, 2004
Scam Jam 2004: Scam Jam is a one-day anti-fraud
event that combines education and information about consumer protection.
Learn how to protect yourself from Internet frauds, identity theft, bogus
charities, etc. CKNW Bill Good Show live on location. Feature guest is
VPD Chief Jamie Graham. Attendance is free. Please register to attend online
at www.scamjam.ca or call 604-685-7226. Vancouver Convention & Exhibition
Centre.
March 4, 2004
Kids Only Swap Meet. Thompson Community
Centre, Richmond; 604-718-8422.
March 4 - 20, 2004
North Shore Light Opera Society presents
The Gondoliers. The Gondoliers by Gilbert and Sullivan. Glorious music
and witty words tell the story of confused identities and triumphant love.
Presentation House Theatre, 604-990-3474.
March 4 - 7, 2004
Festival du Bois: For the 15th year in a
row, traditional and folk music lovers gather together for a couple of
days to swing and dance to the sounds of the fiddle and accordion and much
more. With its relaxed atmosphere and French-Canadian " Joie de Vivre ",
the Festival du Bois welcomes over 15 000 enthusiastic spectators who have
come to "let go" to the sounds of Celtic, traditional and folk music. This
year’s line-up is sure to delight one and all. Blue Mountain Park, Coquitlam;
604-936-0039.
March 5 - 11, 2004
Reel 2 Real:International film festival
for youth and families. Reel 2 Real presents films from around the world
that expose youth to new ideas and cultural perspectives. Tinseltown Cinemas,
Vancouver; https://www.r2rfestival.org/.
March 5, 2004
Gianco Sports World - Kickboxing: Gianco
Sports World presents a night of Kickboxing in the Agriplex. Doors open
at 6pm, Dinner is served (with proof of purchase) at 6:30pm, matches begin
at 7pm. Cloverdale Agriplex, 604-250-9086.
March 5, 2004
International Women's Day: Treat yourself
to an afternoon of multicultural entertainment, storytelling and self-care
featuring demonstrations of massage, skin care, quilting, Tai-Chi and much
more! Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House; 604-298-5888.
March 6 - 7, 2004
Karate Tournament Steveston Community Centre,
Richmond, 604-718-8080.
March 6, 2004
Roedde House Museum Parlour Concert: Beth
Orson and Rita Constanzi, Both internationally acclaimed musicians, this
fantastic duo will perform works by Bellini and Brod. Refreshments will
be served after the concert. Tickets are $17 for adults and seniors, $30
for two tickets, $12 for students. Seatings are limited, so purchase your
tickets as soon as possible. Call 604-684-7040 for ticket sales.
March 6, 2004
International Women's Day 2004: A full day
of women-focused lectures, gallery talks, exhibits and storytelling performances
to celebrate and recognize the lives, experiences and achievements of women.
Vancouver Museum, 604-736-4431.
March 6, 2004
Kids Swap Meet: There will be a kid's swap
meet in the Alice McKay and Shannon Hall buildings (Cloverdale) on March
6th. Hours are from 10am - 1pm and the cost to attend is $1.00. For more
information please contact Susan at 604-513-8880.
March 6, 2004
Owl Prowling: Owls begin their nesting season
early, so this is an ideal time to catch them calling or hunting. Join
this evening experience to listen and search for owls. Travel silently
amidst the sounds, scents and shadowy images of the dark forest. Learn
owl calls and habits. Discover other friendly night creatures. Co-sponsor:
Whalley Community Recreation. To register call 604-501-5100.
March 6, 2004
Product Of The Philippines: Made A Canada,
Political fashion show exposes the oppression of Filipino women using fashion,
theatre, song, dance, and poetry. Capri Hall, Vancouver, 604-215-1103.
March 6, 2004
Vancouver Telemark Festival: A festival
that promotes the sport of telemark skiing by bringing together a community
of novice to expert tele-markers and those curious to try it out.
A full day of activities, sessions, information and guaranteed fun! Mount
Seymour Day Lodge, www.telemark.ca
March 6, 2004
BC LIONS INAUGURAL ORANGE HELMET AWARDS
DINNER: The BC Lions Football Club is proud to present Warren Moon as the
keynote speaker. The dinner will be a celebration of grassroots football
in British Columbia. All net proceeds from the event will be donated to
amateur football in British Columbia. The evening will be used to recognize
provincial champions at all levels by presenting an Orange Helmet award
to each winning team and to the Builder of the Year. The evening will take
place in conjunction with a weekend-long football clinic, hosted by Football
BC. Sheraton Guilford Hotel, 604-661-3628.
March 7, 2004
Gurdip Arts Academy:An evening of children’s
performances with a program that includes folk dances and ballet as well
as singing and skits in Punjabi. Bell Performing Arts Centre in Surrey,
604-338-6046..
March 7 - 9, 2004
12th Annual Fraser Valley Boat & Sportsmen's
Show at Tradex Centre, Abbotsford; 1.-877-888-7111.
March 9 - 13, 2004
BC Boys High School Basketball Championships
at the PNE Agrodome, 604-280-4444.
March 9 - 21, 2004
STOMP! Hit show in which performers use
everyday objects--broomsticks, lighters, boots, hubcaps--to make rhythmic
music. Vogue Theatre, 604-280-4444.
March 9 - 14, 2004
Fosse: Fosse, the Tony Award winning smash
hit musical, highlights the work of the legendary dancer,choreographer
and director Bob Fosse. Fosses sexy style and unique vision revolutionized
the musical theatre with the Broadway hits Sweet Charity, Chicago, Dancin,
and the films Cabaret and All That Jazz. Long-time Fosse stars Gwen Verdon
and Ann Reinking came together to recreate Bob Fosses groundbreaking work,
and an extraordinarily talented cast brings Broadwaysall-time best choreography
to life! The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Art.
March 9 - 27, 2004
Vancouver International Dance Festival:
The Vancouver International Dance Festival (VIDF), Vancouver’s premier
dance event, showcases contemporary dance from around the world. Local,
national, and international dance artists are featured in performances,
master classes and workshops. The VIDF presents dance that moves the heart
and soul, stimulates the mind, fuels the imagination, and charges the senses.
A major feature of most of the works to be presented at the 2004 VIDF is
the incorporation of live music. Roundhouse Community Centre, 604-662-7441.
March 10 - 20, 2004
Touchstone Theatre presents The League of
Nathans by Jason Sherman: Three young Jewish boys, all named Nathan, form
a boys club where they grapple with their faith and identity. When one
moves to Israel the three are dispersed, until years later when a telegram
summons the other two to a synagogue in Spain for one final meeting. This
rigorously intelligent and deeply moving play remains as topical now as
it was in its Chalmers Award-Winning premiere over a decade ago. Vancouver
East Cultural Centre, 604-709-9973.
March 10, 2004
Rogue Folk Club presents Celtic Fiddle Festival:
The Rogue is delighted to bring back the Celtic Fiddle Festival - one of
our most popular Celtic shows of the past decade. Sadly, Scottish fiddler
extraordinaire Johnny Cunningham passed away in December, but the show
must go on, and the remaining players - Irish fiddle legend Kevin Burke
(Bothy Band, Open House, Patrick Street), Breton fiddle master Christian
Lemaitre (Kornog, Den, Pennou Skoulm) and English guitarist Ged Foley (House
Band, Patrick Street) - decided to recruit a new member and to dedicate
this tour to the memory of their great friend Johnny. The new member is
Andre Brunet, from the Quebec supergroup La Bottine Souriante. It promises
to be a wonderful evening of Celtic music with a bit of a francophone twist
in memory of one of the Rogue's most beloved performers over the years.
For more info, visit www.herschelfreemanagency.com and follow the links
to Celtic and then Celtic Fiddle Festival. St. James Hall, Vancouver;
March 12 to August 31, 2004
Nascar 3D: Experience NASCAR like never
before through the magic of IMAX 3D technology. With NASCAR 3D: The IMAX
Experience, you'll be transported into the driver's seat of North America's
most popular spectator sport. NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience goes behind
the scenes of the races to uncover the science, technology and teamwork
that make up this preeminent sport. Meet the revered drivers as they compete
for the coveted checkered flag. Discover the technology and underlying
physics that drivers depend on and meet the millions of passionate fans
who are devoted to this exciting sport. CN IMAX Theatre at Canada Place,
604-682-IMAX.
March 13 - 28, 2004
Vancouver Maritime Museum presents Pirates:
During spring break from March 13 to March 21, 2004 (Museum is closed Monday,
March 15), pirate activities are planned for families visiting the Vancouver
Maritime Museum. Pirate trainees will help children and their parents with
different pirate activities each day pirate hats and flags, treasure chest
maps and building a pirate ship. Activities will be held from noon to 4
pm each day and are included with admission to the Museum. Feature exhibits
for all ages and Alcan Childrens Maritime Discovery Centre an area dedicated
to the young at heart! 604-257-8300.
March 13, 2004
Sinfonia: Jane Coop is one of the most in
demand pianists Canada has ever produced! Well-versed in many styles, no
one can narrow Jane down to a single specialty, but her Classical interpretations
are sublime! Enjoy the first of Ludwig van Beethoven's important Concertos
for Piano, the Concerto #1 in C Major. This is the concerto which rocketed
Beethoven to fame as both pianist and composer! In this all-Classical concert,
Sinfonia will also perform two gorgeous gems by the great Masters Haydn
(Notturno) and Mozart, the famous Symphony #40 in G Minor. Centennial Theatre,
North Vancouver; 604-984-4484.
March 11, 2004
Dining Out For Life: 154 Lower Mainland/Whistler
restaurants are fighting AIDS by donating 25 percent of their food revenue
from every meal sold during this important event. All money raised will
go to A Loving Spoonful and Friends for Life, Lower Mainland charities
supporting local people living with AIDS. If you eat out one night in March,
why not make it March 11th? 604-727-8225.
March 12 - 17, 2004
CelticFest: From March 12 - 17, 2004, participating
downtown venues and outdoor stages along Granville will showcase Scottish
and Irish Step Dances, renowned Irish story-telling, not-to-be missed Celtic
fiddling, childrens entertainment, music performances and workshops (featuring
lessons for tin penny whistle, bodhran and fiddle), as well as beer tastings
to quench the thirsty work of watching Gaelic sports demonstrations. 604-683-8331.
March 12 - 21, 2004
Carousel Capers at Burnaby Village Museum:
A week of carousel fun and excitement for all ages. Unlimited rides on
the C.W. Parker Carousel, children's entertainers twice a day and spot
prizes make this a fun getaway for kids. Visit the blacksmith shop and
general store for that trip back in time. Take in the toy room and the
old-time movie for a good laugh. 604-293-6501.
March 12 - 28, 2004
Kids Market: Join the fun at Kids Market
with FREE crafts and entertainment for children of all ages. Granville
Island, For more information visit www.kidsmarket.ca or call (604) 689-8447.
March 13 - 14, 2004
1st VANCOUVER PET EXPO at the Vancouver
Trade and Convention Centre.
March 13 - 14, 2004
St. Patrick’s Day Tea, 12 – 4 p.m., London
Heritage Farm, Richmond, 604-271-5220.
March 13 - 15, 2004
Volvo AWD Ski Series: Exciting on hill family
entertainment, prizes, ski performance video tips, and more. www.mountseymour.com
March 13 - 18, 2004
Playdome:Canada's largest indoor carnival
features more than 45 midway rides. BC Place Stadium, 604-661-7373.
March 13 - 19, 2004
GOLD FEVER:Put on your gold prospecting
gear and come to Fort Langley. But beware - gold fever is contagious! 1858
brought thousands of feverish prospectors to the Fraser's shore, and changed
the course of history. Fort Langley, 604-513-4777.
March 13 - 19, 2004
Spring Break Theatre Festival on Granville
Island: Great West Life presents the 7th annual Spring Break Theatre Festival
for Young Audiences. Five professional theatre companies specializing in
theatre for young audiences will perform 16 shows. The festival offers
a range of great family entertainment. For more information visit www.artsclub.com
or call (604) 687-5315.
March 13, 2004
1st Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade: March
down the street with parade floats, bagpipes, banners flying, stilt walkers,
face painters and some suprises. Part of CelticFest. Marshalling at Granville
Bridge and dispersing at Hastings. 11 am - 1 pm; https://celticfestvancouver.com
March 13, 2004
Saint Patrick's Day Dance: Celebrate Saint
Patrick's Day! Popular annual dance hosted by the Pitt Meadows Lions. Pitt
Meadows Hall, 8 p.m. For more information call Ed 604-465-6470.
March 14 - 20, 2004
CULTURAL QUILT: Did you know there were
Hawaiians at Fort Langley? Your family can step back to the 1800s and find
out how Hawaiians, French-Canadians, Metis, First Nations and Scots lived
and worked together at Fort Langley. Participate in hands-on activities
and cultural games. Info call 604-513-4777.
March 14, 2004
Clayathon! A Ceramic Sampler: Try your hands
at modeling a creation from your imagination and learn some basic hand-building
techniques. Burnaby Art Gallery at Ceperley House; 604-205-7332.
March 14, 2004
Free Family Sunday Programs: Once a month
join us for an interactive experience that combines the current art gallery
exhibit with a free hands on studio activity. A Ceramic Sampler: A Clayathon!
Try your hands at modeling a creation from your imagination and learn some
basic hand-building techniques Instructor: Sabrina Keskula. Burnaby Art
Gallery, 604-205-7332.
March 14, 2004
Scales and Coils: See and hold reptiles
from around the world, and learn about the care of these special animals.
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 604-981-3103.
March 15 - 19, 2004
Spring Break Programs Britannia Heritage
Shipyards, Richmond; 604 718-8050.
March 15 - 19, 2004
Spring Break Sport Discover Camp: 9 - 12
year old Boys and Girls. Adventure & challenge. Come discover and explore
12 - 15 Olympic & Paralympic sports this Spring Break! This one week
camp lets you ‘test drive’ some less traditional Olympic sports such as,
speed skating, fencing, kayaking, team handball and sledge hockey! Albion
Hall. For information call Jill:1-604-864-4657.
March 15 - 20, 2004
Qiao: The China National Acrobatic Troupe
performs a 110-minute show featuring feats of balancing and acrobatics.
Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts, 604-280-4444.
March 15 - 21, 2004
NO SOLDIERS, JUST SO-LE'-MIE! "So-le'-mie"
means "cranberries" in the trade language Chinook Jargon. Fort Langley
wasn't a military fort, but a trading post. Learn how the Hudson's Bay
Company traded with the First Nations through activities and a Chinook
Jargon scavenger hunt. Info call 604-513-4777
March 15, 2004
Beetle Mania: Go crazy on a bug hunt! Find
beetle galleries, scavenger beetles and ladybugs. Find out about beetle
friends and enemies. Burnaby Lake, 604-432-6359.
March 15, 2004
Birds of Prey: Swoop to the Centre to meet
local raptors and learn about Owl Rescue's efforts to save them. Lynn Canyon
Ecology Centre, 604-981-3103.
March 15, 2004
China National Acrobatic Troupe at the The
Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts; 604-280-4444.
March 16 - 28, 2004
Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Squamish
Bowl for Millions, 25th Anniversary. Garibaldi Lanes, 604-815-6850.
March 16, 2004
Amazing Pollinators: Butterflies, beetles,
and bees - they're a plant's best friends. Admission by donation. Lynn
Canyon Ecology Centre, 604-981-3103.
March 16, 2004
Chickadee Capers (Bring an Adult!): Follow
the flight of excited chickadees, listen to their calls and play chickadee
games. Enjoy an outdoor experience with your child as you learn about this
tiny songbird. Tynehead Regional Park, 604-501-5100.
March 16, 2004
Squirrelly Squirrels: Join a nutty adventure.
Listen for squirrel calls, search for squirrel homes and learn all about
these quick little creatures. Have bright-eyed and bushy-tailed fun and
play squirrelly games. Burnaby Lake, 604-432-6359.
March 17, 2004
Amphibious Animals: Discover the secrets
that allow animals to live in aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Explore
the forest floor and search the quiet waterways for salamanders, frogs
and other amphibious animals. Minnekhada Park, 604-933-6000.
March 17, 2004
Kids Food Adventure Tour: Join Market Nutritionist
Jackie Ehlert at Public Market for cooking demonstrations, nutrition discussions
and food adventure tours for your kids to enjoy. Learn how to make meals
for your kids more nutritious, interesting and easy to prepare. You and
your kids will love this fun, interactive way of learning more about how
we should all be eating. Join us at the cooking demonstrations (noon and
1 p.m.) where you can participate as well as pick up a booklet with several
shopping lists (divided by food groups), easy-to-prepare recipes for you
and your kids, kitchen cupboard makeover lists, school lunch ideas, snack
attack ideas and much more food and nutrition information. Granville Island,
For more information on Public Market events call (604) 666-6477, option
5..
March 17, 2004
Caterpillar and Polliwog: Caterpillar is
excited about changing into a butterfly...and so is her friend, the tadpole!
Join us for a puppet show on Wednesday, March 17th. Lynn Canyon Ecology
Centre, 604-981-3103.
March 18 - 20, 2004
Spring Antique & Craft Show: "Spring
Craft & Antique Show" returns to the Lynden, Washington Fairgrounds;
360-966-5573.
March 18, 2004
Buzzy Bees: The Honeybee Centre is coming
to visit! Learn the buzz about these bee-eautiful insects. Admission by
donation. Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 604-981-3103.
March 18, 2004
Eagle Explorers: Search for the signs of
Bald Eagles and other aerial hunters. Discover how eagles survive, try
some eagle activities and perhaps spot famous ‘Old Baldy’ himself. Belcarra
Regional Park, 604-432-6359.
March 18, 2004
MUSEUM TALK: Heritage Gardens, Local master
gardener presents a talk about garden heritage and how to develop a heritage
garden. Richmond Museum; 604 231-6460.
March 18, 2004
WILD AND FREE: Meet the animals that live
in the Nature Park. Discover why they’re there and how they survive. Richmond
Nature Park, 604 718-6188.
March 19, 2004
ANIMAL FUN: A day of fun and exploration
of the forest animals. Richmond Nature Park, 604 718-6188.
March 19, 2004
Beaver Watch: Beavers come out to play and
work after dark. Find out about these master builders of ponds, dams and
canals. Listen for warning slaps, watch for beaver swimming patterns and
learn about beaver friends and foes that come out at night. For everyone
five and older who is comfortable outside in the dark for two hours. Burnaby
Lake, 604-432-6359..
March 19, 2004
Wildlife 911: Wildlife Rescue Association
will introduce you to their wildlife hospital. Admission by donation. Lynn
Canyon Ecology Centre, 604-981-3103.
March 20 - 21, 2004
"QUILT WALK 2004": Amazing quilts on display
in Fort Langley merchants windows; 604-882-9411.
March 20 - 21, 2004
EXOTIC REPTILE SHOW: A WCSPC show of exotic
reptiles (i.e. snakes, lizards and geckos). Talk to the people who know
reptiles best. Richmond Nature Park, 604 718-6188.
March 20, 2004
Boardroom Slopestyle - Amateur: A snowboarding
lifestyle festival featuring a local amateur freestyle snowboard contest,
music, and loads of prizes. Riders maneuver down the run performing
freestyle tricks and gathering points from a panel of judges. Features
include table jumps, big air jumps, hip jumps, metal handrails etc. Mount
Seymour, 604-734-7669.
March 20, 2004
Killarney Indoor Flea Market: This ''community
garage sale'' is held in our gymnasium and we have over 65 tables available
for sale. We provide you the space and the advertising. Admission on the
day of the event is FREE. Prices: $10/table for Killarney members and $12/table
for non-members. 604-718-8200.
March 20, 2004
Night Quest: Celebrate the spring equinox
with a night stroll in the forest. Follow lantern-lit trails leading to
discovery stations. Explore the world of night creatures. Enjoy crafts,
entertainment and a hot drink around a crackling bonfire. Start your journey
anytime between 6 and 8 p.m. at the Park Centre on 16th Avenue, 400 metres
west of Blanca. Allow at least one hour to complete the quest. Bring a
flashlight. Snacks will be sold by the Girl Guides. Pacific Spirit Park;
604-432-6359.
March 20, 2004
The Yeti Mountain Snowshoe Series: The Yeti
Mountain Snowshoe Series is the first true Canadian mountain snowshoe race
series. It was created in response to demand for managed outdoor winter
adventure. This year, the Yeti will be on 6 different mountains across
B.C. - 2 in the interior: Sun Peaks and Silver Star 2 in the Lower Mainland:
Cypress and Seymour 1 on the island: Mt. Washington and 1 final: Whistler.
Each race consists of a 5km and 10 km course, utilizing different types
of terrain such as groomed sections, powder sections, single track sections
and open freestyle sections for those athletes beginner to advanced. Participants
can register online at www.theyeti.ca as well as find out more information
about snowshoeing and the Yeti. Come be a part of a potential demonstration
sport for the 2010 Olympics. Get out, go up and get into the Yeti! Cypress
Mountain; 604-618-0470.
March 21, 2004
Guildford Recreation Centre Kids' Stuff
Swap Meet: Save money! Buy or exchange used infant, preschool and
children's items such as toys, clothing, furniture or books. This
is a great opportunity to get a head start on your Spring cleaning. 604-502-6232.
March 21, 2004
International Day for the Elimination of
Racial Discrimination
March 21, 2004
Spring Fun Fly at Ambleside Park, West Vancouver.
BC Kiting Association, info@bcka.bc.ca
March 26 - 27, 2004
Boardroom Slopestyle - Professional: A snowboarding
lifestyle festival featuring a world-class freestyle snowboard contest,
music, equipment demos, and BBQ. Riders maneuver down the run performing
freestyle tricks, gathering points from a panel of judges, and vying for
part of the $25,000 in cash and prizes. Features include table jumps,
big air jumps, hip jumps, metal handrails etc. Mount Seymour, 604-734-7669
March 26 -27, 2004
Fraser Valley Farm Toy Show. Buy, sell,
trade or display farm related toy vehicles and agricultural collectibles.
Sponsored by the Fraser Valley Antique Farm Machinery Association. Harvey
Penner, 604/530-8493 or tractorboy880@shaw.ca
March 26, 2004
Cammidge House Committee Boundary Bay Regional
Park Volunteers present: Birds in Focus – Slide Presentation. Join your
park volunteers for a slide show of inspiring bird images captured by Ed
Dubois and Roy Hamaguchi, acclaimed nature photographers from the Lower
Mainland. Cammidge House, 604-607-3700.
March 26, 2004
Oldtimer's Hockey Challenge at the Pacific
Coliseum; 604-280-4444.
March 27, 2004
APRIL FOOLS SURPRISE: Don't be fooled! Spot
the un-natural surprises on a nature walk along the pond trail. Richmond
Nature Park, 604 718-6188.
March 27, 2004
Musclemania Canada West & Fitness Canada
Pageant West, Centennial Theatre, North Vancouver; 604-984-4484.
March 27, 2004
NATURESCAPE GARDENING WORKSHOP/TOUR: Edward
van Veenendal shares his experience in creating ecologically sound urban
landscapes. Richmond Museum, 604 231-6460.
March 27, 2004
VECC Kids’ Series presents Hooked on Books:
Shake, Rattle and Read: Take a vibrant journey into the magical land of
books! Hooked on Books presents theatrical book trailers that introduce
kids to the wonderful world of reading. Ages 5 +. Vancouver East Cultural
Centre; 604-251-1363.
March 28, 2004
21st CENTURY FLEA MARKET at the Croation
Cultural Centre; 604-925-3159.
March 28, 2004
Birds in Focus – Photography Workshop: Start
in Cammidge House to learn basic bird photography skills. Captive birds
from OWL will give you close-up experience, then head into the park to
photograph birds in their natural habitat. Bring your own camera and film.
Cammidge House and Boundary Bay Regional Park, 604-607-3700.
March 28, 2004
The Cottars: The Cottars are Cape Breton's
youngest Celtic band with its members ranging in age from 13 to 16. These
two brother and sister duos unite in one very powerful package: Ciaran
and Fiona MacGillivray and Jimmy and Roseanne MacKenzie. They all play
several instruments, and Roseanne is widely tipped to become one of Cape
Breton's most celebrated fiddlers. Fiona's crystal clear voice shines in
songs in both English and Gaelic. Capilano College Theatre, 604-990-7810.
March 28, 2004
Starbucks Sunday Coffee Concerts presents
The Front Porch Singers are a talented group of harmony singers that perform
crowd-pleasing folk and gospel songs, many written by Canadian songwriters.
Their performances are like a variety show with something for every member
of the audience and all age groups. Led by Dale Rasmussen, the singers
will be joined by Paul Bergman on acoustic bass and will feature special
guest Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame fiddler, the incomparable Frankie
Rodgers. Terry Fox Theatre, Port Coquitlam; 604 927-7906.
March 30, 2004
CHINESE BUDDHIST MUSIC CONCERT: The Vancouver
International Buddhist Progress Society presents an evening of Chinese
Buddhist music, dance and martial arts showcasing Chinese, Tibetan and
Theravadan Buddhist traditions. The evening features the Chinese Buddhist
Music Performing Group orchestra playing Buddhist Chanting. Queen Elizabeth
Theatre, 604-273-0369..
Ongoing until March 5, 2004
Strathcona Artist at Home Festival:Celebrates
musicians, dancers, puppeteers and storytellers of Strathcona. Various
locations in Strathcona, including Strathcona Community Centre, 604-254-6911.
Ongoing until March 12, 2004
Top Speed: Top Speed explores what goes
into the making of speed and what drives certain individuals to go to new
extremes in their pursuit of human excellence. By capturing some of the
worlds fastest men and women on film, Top Speed literally surrounds the
audience with the adrenaline-inducing sensations of speed. From the drama
of competitors pushing through pain and fear to attain victory, to the
fascinating facts of how friction and acceleration help lead to awe-inspiring
world records, Top Speed reveals everything it takes to achieve speeds
that once seemed impossible. Alcan OMNIMAX Theatre;
Ongoing until March 13, 2004
Arts Club presents Jacques Brel (Is Alive
and Well and Living in Paris...) Arts Club Granville Island, 604-687-1644.
Ongoing until March 26, 2004
Chinese Knotting: Learn the art of cords
and beads to create beautiful jewelry and gifts. This is the only class
of it's type offered to seniors in Vancouver. Marpole Place, 604-266-5301.
Ongoing until March 27, 2004
Threads of Many Colours: Surrey's Cultural
Traditions: Surrey's Cultural Traditions. Surround yourself with the colours,
sounds and textures of Surrey's Chinese, Taiwanese, Mayan, Ukrainian and
South Asian communities which have gathered a wide variety of colourful
materials that reflect the history, styles and techniques of their homelands.
Enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family. Surrey Museum, 604-502-6456..
Ongoing until March 27, 2004
Cultural Traditions in Surrey: The Surrey
Museum is planning a new exhibition and programs about the cultural traditions
of Surrey, with a focus on clothing, textiles and crafts. The theme will
incorporate elements which reflect the people, places, history, stories
and techniques associated with the materials that are to be presented.
The museum is looking for participation from citizens in the multicultural
community who have a deep interest and knowledge in the theme of the exhibit,
and would like to be involved in its planning. For more information, all
Lana Panko, curator, at 604-502-6461.
Ongoing until March 28, 2004
Festival du Bois presents Journey to the
Pacific by Sylvie Roussell-Janssens: This two-part, large-scale, multimedia
installation was inspired from the journals of Alexander Mackenzie, published
in 1801, in which he describes his transcontinental voyage. While reading
his accounts, Sylvie felt the need to know more about certain aspects of
the trip, including learning more about the Francophone and Native crew
on board. Evergreen Cultural Centre, 604-936-0039. |