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June
1 - 3, 2007
American Saddlebred
Show. Chilliwack Heritage Park (Exit 116 off of Hwy 1); 604 882-1152
June 1 - 3, 2007
Cultus Lake Canoe
Festival. Main Beach- Cultus Lake; 604-858-0009, https://www.stolotourism.ca
June 1 - 3, 8 - 10,
2007
Day Out with Thomas
- 2007 All Aboard Tour™– All aboard for Thomas & Friends! Thomas the
Tank Engine rolls into the WCRA Heritage Park. This fun-filled family event
offers preschoolers and their families the opportunity to take a 25-minute
ride with Thomas the Tank Engine. hosted by the West Coast Railway Association
(www.wcra.org).
June 1 - 30, 2007
Portuguese Heritage
Month. Celebrated throughout the month of June. The events range from arts
and culture to sporting activities, picnics, dances and more. Various Venues,
604.684.5876, www.portuguesemonth.com
June 2, 2007
4-H Day on the Farm.
Kilby Historic Site, (604) 796-9576, https://www.kilby.ca
June 2, 2007
Aboriginal Culture
Celebration. Join the Renfrew-Collingwood Aboriginal Youth Canoe
Club and Renfrew Park Community Centre for an afternoon of bannock making,
basket weaving, storytelling and singing to celebrate Aboriginal culture.
Renfrew Park Community Centre; 604-257-8388.
June 2, 2007
Computer Swap Meets.
Get all your new & used monitors, printers, hardware, software, parts,
games, cameras, printer refills...and lots more! 11:00 AM - 4:00
PM. Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive; (604) 521-6304,
funpromo@shaw.ca
June 2, 2007
DOWNTOWN STREET SOUNDS
JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL. Fraser Hwy between 204th Street and 206th Street.
Talented musicians line the streets and various businesses play host to
talented Jazz & Blues bands. An interactive swing dance performance
completes this daylong event that is sure to please music lovers of all
ages. Call 604-539-0133 or visit www.downtownlangley.com
for information.
June 2, 2007
Marpole Community
Festival. Free Fun for the whole Family. Free Rides and Carnival
Games for the Kids. VanCity Seniors' Tea. Community Tables. Main Stage
Performances. Clowns. etc. Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre, 604-257-8175.
June 2, 2007
Pop Culture Collectibles
Fair. New & Vintage Comics, Toys & Collectibles, Records
- CD's - VHS - DVD's, Manga - Anime - Books, Jewelry - Magazines - Star
Wars, Hot Wheels - Wrestling - Canucks; 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Free Admission,
Free Parking, Croation Cultural Centre; (604) 521-6304, funpromo@shaw.ca
June 2, 2007
Spring on the Farm.
Get acquainted with our friendly farm animals and life on the Waterloo
Farm in the 1920s with Farmer Chris. Reptile enthusiast, Devin Anderson,
brings his rainforest pets - an Amazon Parrot, a Boa Constrictor and a
Ball Python. Educational presentations at 1pm and 3pm are sure to change
your opinion of these exotic pets. Kilby Historic Site, (604) 796-9576,
https://www.kilby.ca
June 2, 2007
Pitt Meadows Day.
Celebrate at Harris Road Park and in the Heritage Hall. This annual community
tradition begins with a pancake breakfast, followed by a parade at 11:00
am. Children's activities, entertainment, a BBQ, the crowning of Miss Pitt
Meadows, Youth Fest, a family dance, and fireworks complete a day of fun
for the family. After the parade join us for Pitt Meadows Day "Youth
Fest" events that feature skateboard competitions, live bands, and much
more. 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
June 2, 2007
Soulstice '07 Universal
Gospel Choir. In keeping with the choir's vision, our annual summer solstice
concert Soulstice '07 is a passionate, innovative sharing of soul-lifting
music fromr diverse cultures and spiritual traditions. Through our concert
we seek to surprise, inspire, celebrate, offer joy and healing, and build
common ground among cultures and communities. This year's program will
include a foray into contemporary music and a focus on social justice.
As always, there will be many opportunities for singing, laughing and dancing
in the aisles. Chan Cente, UBC.www.universalgospelchoir.ca
June 2, 2007
Vancouver Landfill
Open House. This is a free, fun-filled event for the whole family.
Come and see what happens to your garbage after it leaves your home. Learn
about waste reduction, recycling and sustainability activities in your
community. Take a bus tour of the site, sit in Landfill equipment, watch
a predatory bird demonstration, enjoy free hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks,
take home a bag of compost, and much more! Visit www.vancouver.ca/landfillopenhouse
for more information.
June 2 - 24, 2007
Hellenic Cultural
Month. Month long cultural odyssey in the heart of Vancouver. Featuring
film festival, theatre, art expo, book display, musical gala and lecture
series. The grand finale to the month long event is Vancouvers favorite
ethnic festival. https://www.greekday.com
June 3, 2007
Open Vancouver Heritage
House Tour. Now celebrating its 5th year the event is a one-day,
self-guided tour of 10 heritage homes in neighbourhoods spread from Point
Grey through Kitsilano and Shaughnessy and into East Vancouver .
The houses which have been lovingly restored by their owners range from
modest worker cottages to gorgeous mansions.. 604.264.9642, www.vancouverheritagefoundation.org
June 3, 2007
Slugfest. 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 is the great Richmond Slug Race. All slugs must be accompanied
by a human. Sponsored by the Richmond Nature Park Society. Call 604-718-6188
for information.
June 3, 2007
Westside Cycling Classic.
BC Provincial Championship Road Cycling Race in support of the BC Cancer
Foundation. West Point Grey, 604 836 9993, www.teamwedgewood.com
June 3, 2007
World Oceans Day Festival.
Get inspired! Get involved! Celebrate! Tour the interactive displays, explore
the marine creature touch tank, enjoy live music, take part in an interpretive
walk, have your face painted or visit with Sammy the Seagull as we celebrate
World Oceans Day at Blackie Spit. A fun-filled family event your family
won’t want to miss! Blackie Spit Park, Surrey; 604-501-5121, https://www.birdsonthebay.ca/events.html
June 5 - 9, 2007
Vancouver Improv Festival
2007. Join us for the whole festival! Spend the week checking out North
America’s top Improv shows at the 2007 VIIF. Pass holders will receive
a wristband that will allow them to see every single one of the shows at
the festival, so if you plan to see more than 3 shows, SAVE A BUNDLE and
LAUGH FOR A WEEK! Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island; https://www.vancouverimprovfest.com/
June 6 - 10, 2007
Upintheair Theatre
presents The 5th Walking Fish Festival. The Walking Fish is an emerging
artists festival bringing together playwrights, performers, and directors
to create original theatre. Upintheair created Walking Fish to provide
opportunities for these artists to work together in an accessible, affordable
production process and introduce their art to the wider community.
Performance Works, Granville Island; https://www.upintheairtheatre.com
June 6 to October 24,
2007
Riley Park Farmers
Market. A weekly event not to be missed! Stock your shelves with
the best in local produce, baked goods, meat and seafood, cheese and dairy
as well as delectable jams and jellies, pickles and more! Find the perfect
gift made by local artisans and enjoy some music and community togetherness
in an open-air setting. Wednesdays from 1pm - 6:30pm until Oct 24.
30th and Ontario Street in the parking lot of Nat Bailey Stadium. Visit
our website for vendor lists and schedules: www.eatlocal.org
June 7 - 10, 2007
Vancouver Sun Garden
Show at VanDusen Gardens.The largest outdoor garden show in North America
is returning to the VanDusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver from June 7
– 10, 2007. The Vancouver Sun comes on board as title partner, giving the
show its new title – The Vancouver Sun Garden Show. This year’s “Windows
on the World” theme will showcase designer gardens from around the globe.
www.vancouvergardenshow.com.
June 8, 2007
Bob Newhart. Red Robinson
Show Theatre, Coquitlam; https://ticketmaster.ca
June 8 - 10, 2007
Two Vancouver Police
officers will be living high atop scaffolding for 3 days and nights, to
raise awareness and donations for the BC Special Olympics. Come meet
our Wonderful Volunteers, Special Olympic athletes, members of police agencies
in the GVRD, West Van, CN police, and members of the VPD Dog Squad
and Mounted Squad! All monies raised goes to support the year round sporting
events of the Special Olympics! Hope to see you there!! 800
Robson Street by the Vancouver Art Gallery; 604-717-2658.
June 8 - 10, 2007
Gibsons Landing Jazz
Festival. weekend filled with live music in the parks and venues
throughout Gibsons Landing. www.coastjazz.com
June 9, 2007
Amsterdam Greenhouses
Annual Pond Event. Learn about aquatic plants, fish care & design.
19100 Old Dewdney Trunk Rd., Pitt Meadows; 604.465.6614, www.amsterdamgreenhouses.com
June 9, 2007
Butterflies at Risk.
Join entomologist Jennifer Heron for a look at rare and endangered butterfl
ies of Metro Vancouver. Jennifer will tell personal stories about studying
butterfl ies, explain some of the threats to native butterfl ies, and share
some things you can do to help. You will also get outside to see how scientists
catch, identify and survey butterflies. 1 – 3 PM, CAMPBELL VALLEY REGIONAL
PARK; Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
June 9, 2007
Newton Community Festival.
Newton Community Festival being held June 9th from 10 am to 3pm at the
Newton Rec Centre and Newton Wave Pool (72nd and King George Hwy, Surrey;
www.newtonfestival.com
June 9, 2007
Summer County Fair.
Great Family Event. Activities include pony rides, climbing wall, amusement
rides, entertainment, community displays and much more!! Champlain
Heights Rec Centre; 604-718-6575
June 9, 2007
Solar Powered Road
Show. To wrap up National Environment Week, the Kids Market will
be presenting 3 Free edu-activity shows : "Solar Ovens" by the Solar Powered
Road Show. Show times are 11AM, 12:30 PM, & 2:00 PM. Kids Market,
Granville Island; www.kidsmarket.ca
June 9, 2007
The ARTicipation Community
Art Sale Do some Spring Cleaning and support children with disabilities!
Donate your previously enjoyed art to the ARTicipation Community Art Sale,
being held on June 9th from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, at the Roundhouse Community
Centre in Yaletown. Drop off your art at the Burnaby Association for Community
Inclusion (2702 Norland Avenue, Burnaby) until June 4, or at designated
Safeway parking lots on May 26 and June 2. BACI is a non-profit organization
that supports children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities.
Proceeds from this creative community fundraiser will directly benefit
children’s programs offered by BACI. For more details, visit www.articipation.ca,
or call 604.299.7851.
June 9, 2007
2007 Electric Vehicle
Rides - Spanish Banks Beach. A display of personal and fleet electric vehicles,
from cars and trucks to scooters and bikes, skateboards and some really
odd inventions, all designed to be ridden in or on! The VEVA 1912 Detroit
will be there to give rides by donation. A free-for-all sponsored
by VEVA! Come ride EVs for free. If you have built an EV, bring it to show!
www.veva.ca
June 9 - 10, 2007
Ryder Lake Ramble.
Explore the scenic beauty of Ryder Lake including farms, gardens &
parks. 604.858.5141, 1.800.567.9535, www.ryderlakeramble.ca
June 9 - 10, 2007
Pacific Rim Kite Festival.
Vanier Park, Vancouver. Come join us for the 27th annual Pacific
Rim Kite Festival. 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. Plenty
of activities for everyone. This event is sure to be a hit with children
and families. British Columbia Kitefliers Association, https://www.bcka.bc.ca/
info@bcka.bc.ca
June 10, 2007
2007 Vancouver BG
Triathlon World Cup. Join the International Triathlon Union and the
West End Business Improvement Association in celebrating Triathlon, a testament
to the human spirit. Part of the BG Triathlon World Cup Series, this year's
Vancouver BG Triathlon World Cup will act as the test event for the 2008
Vancouver BG Triathlon World Championships. As Olympic qualifying events,
this World Cup and World Championships will bring elite athletes and spectators
from all over the World. Please join the West End at Second Beach, at English
Bay, on Denman and Davie on June 10th to experience the world of international
Triathlon sport. For more information visit: www.vancouvertriathlonworldcup.com
June 10, 2007
100th Anniversary
of Old Fire Hall No. 2 and Firehall Arts Centre. Presentations from
various theatre companies, neighbourhood historical walking tours, presentation
from Chuck Davis showing the Harbeck film, display of vintage emergency
vehicles, free admission to Police Museum (next door) free cake while it
lasts! Greeting from Fire Chief Ray Holdgate; 604-665-6070.
June 10, 2007
Grouse Mountain Seek
the Peak Relay. This is one of the toughest 10 mile fundraising treks in
the country with a total elevation gain of 4,100 feet. The race takes participants
from the shores of Ambleside in West Vancouver through constantly changing
terrain that culminates at the Peak of Grouse Mountain. All funds raised
support Breast Cancer Research. Ambleside Park (start)
June 10, 2007
Rick Hansen Wheels
In Motion. People of all ages and abilities will be wheeling for
hope and having fun at the community’s 5th annual Rick Hansen Wheels In
Motion event. Join us by wheeling or walking with your family, friends
and colleagues to raise awareness and funds for improving the quality of
life for people with spinal cord injury. Ambleside Park, West Vancouver;
Info: www.rickhansen.com
June 10, 2007
RICK HANSEN'S 5TH
ANNUAL WHEELS IN MOTION. 20 years ago Rick Hansen’s Man in Motion
World Tour inspired millions and today that dream lives on. It’s a dream
you can be part of. Join THE FOX at the 5th Annual Rick Hanson Wheels in
Motion presented by Scotiabank on Sunday, June 10th at the PNE. Visit:
https://Cfox.com
for more information.
June 10, 2007
Black Powder Day.
Enter the old west, as local gun enthusiasts exhibit their collections
and educate our visitors on this subject. Blacksmithing demonstrations
will also be on site, with professional blacksmiths showing off their talents
and wares. Walk the Trader’s Row while you enjoy live music. Other demonstrations
include a knife & tomahawk throw and a rope making machine. Enjoy the
country-style buffet in our restaurant featuring locally grown beef, farm
fresh salads, homemade desserts, and beverage. Adults 12.50 - Seniors 10.50
- Children 8.50. Kilby Historic Site, (604) 796-9576, https://www.kilby.ca
June 10, 2007
Fraser River Safari’s
trip into the Old West. Turn back time and join Fraser River Safari
on a tour that will take guests back to the old west. Enjoy a fascinating
journey on the Mighty Fraser and once on shore be entertained by the knife
and tomahawk throw & cowboy action show. June 10th takes guests to
a blacksmith and Trader’s show, kids make you own cow puppet. Departure
times are 9:30am and 2:00pm Tour duration is 3.25 hours. 1-866-34-TOURS(86877),
www.FraserRiverSafari.com
June 12, 19, 26, 2007
BC Place Tours.
Now you can tour behind the scenes - to the media lounges, locker rooms,
playing field, Pacific Rim Suites and more. Walk-up tours leave from Gate
H at 11:00am and 1:00pm. Adults - $8.00, Students & Seniors - $7.00,
& Children (6-12) - $5.00. Prearranged tours for groups of 20
people or more can be arranged year round by calling (604) 661-7362. A
discount will apply.
June 13, 2007
The Big Beach Cover-up.
Finish the school year with a splash! Uncover and investigate the secrets
of beach creatures during low tide. Park interpreters will be on site with
displays and activities. Look for the tent at Centennial Beach. 10:30 AM
– 1:30 PM, BOUNDARY BAY REGIONAL PARK; Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359
or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
June 14, 2007
Voices of the Fraser.
The history of Deas Island finds its voice in this entertaining, interactive,
walkthrough theatrical experience. Witness the many transformations of
this land in the half-century between 1870 and 1920: vigorous salmon runs
and the canneries that built up around them, European settlement and agriculture,
the major role of aboriginal peoples and immigrants in the workforce of
the canneries, and the decline in fi sh stocks. Pack a picnic and enjoy
this beautiful riverside park! Visit www.gvrd.bc.ca/voicesofthefraser
for more information. Register early – limited tickets! DEAS ISLAND REGIONAL
PARK; Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
June 14 - 24, 2007
18e Festival d'été
francophone de Vancouver. Vancouver Francophone Summer Festival. One of
the most acclaimed cultural rendez-vous in French. This festival reflects
the multicultural character of the international Francophonie, which includes
more than 40 countries around the world having French as one of their official
languages. It happens in the purest traditional forms of Francophone summer
festivals, an outdoor festival with a stage set up in the heart of the
city. Various venues, 604.736.9806, www.lecentreculturel.com
June 14 - 24, 2007
Vancouver Francophone
Summer Festival. One of the most acclaimed cultural rendezvous in
French. This festival reflects the multicultural character of the international
Francophonie, which includes more than 40 countries around the world having
French as one of their official languages. It happens in the purest traditional
forms of Francophone summer festivals, with exterior stages set up in the
heart of the city. Various venues. More information call: (604) 736-9806
or visit: www.lecentreculturel.com
June 15 to November
3, 2007
BC Lions Football
at BC Place Stadium; 604.589.7627, https://www.bclions.com
June 15, 2007
BC Hot Rod Association
50th Anniversary. British Columbia Hot Rod Association celebrate
50 years of organized Hot Rodding. We welcome all car enthusiasts
to the cruise Friday night, the show & shine on Saturday and also enjoy
a great dinner then dance to Keith Diamond & The Rockets on Saturday
night. Cloverdale Fair Grounds Millennium Park, 604-589-3404, www.bchra50.org
June 15, 16, 2007
Choom Hanna Presents “The Truth in Information”.
Korean-born choreographer Hanna Kiel’s fluently
constructed dances explores the modern world with freshness and vitality.
This new work with three dancers investigates living in an era of extreme
information overload, and the struggle to distinguish between fiction and
truth: The confusion in finding truth in information. Scotiabank Dance
Centre - Faris Family Studio (677 Davie St.and Granville), 604-873-2170,
Tickets: $15/10.
June 16, 2007
9th Annual Whalley
Community Festival. Join us for the 9th Annual Whalley Community
Festival. This year we welcome Chilliwack to the main stage, as well as,
The Wheat and the Barley and many other great performers. In the Kid's
Zone there will be plenty to do for kids of all ages. Bouncy castles, crafts,
face painting, balloons and much more. New this year, the festival will
host a Youth Rock Zone, with bands, X-Box tournaments and more. North
Surrey Recreation Centre; 604-502-6309.
June 16, 2007
Dog Day Afternoon
- Annual Community Fair. The event will kick off with the doggie
parade around the lake. There will be lots of different vendors at the
doggie mall including; dog training and walking services, dog jewelry,
dog food/treats and canine first aid to start. Lots of contests and draw
prizes for dogs and owners. BBQ. Special appearance by the Beagle Club.
Agility Demo. Displays and information available for the Vancouver Pound
and Animal Shelter, Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Social Services,
Community Web Pages/NIST, and more. Trout Lake Community Centre,;
604-257-6955.
June 16, 2007 until
October 6, 2007
West End Farmers Market
at Nelson Park. A weekly event not to be missed! Shop for the best in local
produce, baked goods, meat and seafood, cheese and dairy as well as delectable
jams and jellies, pickles and more! Find the perfect gift made by local
artisans and enjoy some music and community togetherness in an open-air
setting. Saturdays from 9am-2pm until Thanksgiving weekend. Visit our website
for vendor lists and schedules: www.eatlocal.org
June 16, 2007
COMMUNITY DAYS PARADE
AND CELEBRATION. Fraser Hwy between 200th and 206th & Douglas Park
The parade starts at 10:00 AM along Fraser Highway so come cheer on the
floats, marching bands, horses and decorated bicycles! Community Days follows
in Douglas Park, featuring interesting displays, live entertainment, delicious
food and children's rides and activities. For information call 604-514-2800
or visit www.city.langley.bc.ca
June 16, 2007
Concerts on the Dock.
Celebrate Richmond's connection to the sea. Everyone will enjoy maritime
exhibits, live entertainment, food, crafts and hands-on demonstrations.
Free admission. Britannia Shipyard; 604-718-8050.
June 16 - 17, 2007
Alcan Dragon Boat
Festival. Take in a weekend of racing and cultural activities. Highlights
include stage entertainment for the whole family. False Creek. 604.688.2382,
www.adbf.com
June 16, 2007
North Shore Credit
Union Test of Metal. Epic annual mountain bike race in Squamish, 800 riders,
thousands of spectators and visitors, full festival program. Click on image
to find out more. www.testofmetal.com
June 17, 2007
Cystic Fibrosis Dundarave
Porsche Parade. A fund and awareness raiser for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Dundarave Village, West Vancouver;
June 17, 2007
Nature Walk. Flowers
and Plants of Garibaldi Highlands Benchlands and the Ecology of a Regenerated
Forest with Catherine Jackson. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes,
bring water. Squamish Environmental Conservation Society. 1:00 pm, www.naturesquamish.ca
June 17, 2007
Old Car Sunday at
Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission; 604-463-4298
June 17, 2007
B.C. Family Fishing
Day & Watershed Tours Kick-off. Go fish Rice Lake! Pick up your
free day licence and try your luck fi shing for rainbow trout. Peek under
a microscope to discover what tasty morsels trout dine on in Rice Lake!
Enjoy your own feast at the delicious BBQ. Explore the picturesque Seymour
Valley on a bus or walking tour. Find out more about our spectacular watersheds
and where your drinking water comes from. Make a craft, play a game, join
a fl y tying demonstration, and more. Great prizes too! Presented by GVRD
and the Seymour Salmonid Society. 10 AM – 3 PM,LOWER SEYMOUR CONSERVATION
RESERVE; Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
June 17, 2007
Father's Day. Spend
a leisurely day back in time to the 1920s with Dad. We will have a display
of interesting antique tools in the General Store Museum. Dad enjoys free
admission to the site today, and the kids will make a unique gift for Dad.
There will be a buffet in our restaurant featuring locally grown beef,
farm fresh salads, homemade desserts, and beverage. Adults 12.50 - Seniors
10.50 - Children 8.50. For reservations call 604-796-9576. Kilby
Historic Site, (604) 796-9576, https://www.kilby.ca
June 19, 2007
Howe Sound Rehabilitation
Services Society Presents ABBA Again (Abba Tribute) and The Tom Jones Review-Free
Outdoor Show. 1st Annual Bar-B-Q in the Park for Brain Injury Awareness.
Blue Mountain Park, 975 King Albert Avenue, Coquitlam; 11AM-3PM
June 21, 2007
National Aboriginal
Day at Xa:ytem Longhouse. Celebrations include cultural activities, crafts
and more. 35087 Lougheed Hwy., Mission; 604.820.9725, www.xaytem.ca
June 21, 2007
National Aboriginal
Solidarity Day. Xa:ytem Interpretive Centre, Mission; 604-858-0009,
https://www.stolotourism.ca
June 21 to August 4,
2007
Arts Club Theatre
Company presents SUDS - THE ROCKIN' 60S MUSICAL SOAP OPERA. Set in
a Laundromat, Suds virtually bubbles over with nostalgia, comedy, and more
than thirty songs of the 1960s, including favourites such as “Please, Mr.
Postman,” “Johnny Angel,” “Chapel of Love,” and “It’s My Party.” This high-spirited
summer romp provides squeaky-clean fun for the entire family and practically
guarantees that you’ll leave the theatre singing. Arts Club Granville
Island Stage, 604.687.1644, https://www.artsclub.com
June 22 - 23, 2007
Metamorphosis, RNB
Dance; Centennial Theatre Box Office (604) 984-4484, https://www.rnbdance.com
June 22 to July 1,
2007
TD Canada Trust International
Jazz Festival. Some of the biggest names in jazz take the stage at 40 venues
in the Vancouver area. In addition, a free, two-day New Orleans-style street
festival is held in historic Gastown and at the Roundhouse Community Centre.
Presented by the Coastal Jazz & Blues Society. Various venues, 604
872.5200, www.coastaljazz.ca
June 23 - 24, 2007
Point Grey Fiesta.
Saturday morning parade from Blanca to Trimble Park. Carnival rides Friday
afternoon to Sunday afternoon. Saturday Fiesta in Trimble Park, stage,
games, food, displays. Upper West 10th and Trimble Park; 604.617.0732.
June 23 - 24, 2007
Squamish Nation War
Canoe Races. A traditional salmon BBQ, crafts and canoe races are
all part of this annual event. Ambleside Park, West Vancouver;
June 23, 2007
Bike Fest. SORCE
mountain bike club (Surrey Off-Road Cycling Enthusiasts Society) is proud
to present their sixth annual Surrey Bike Fest. This festival is the only
one of its kind in the South Fraser Region and is part of BC Bike Month.
All ages welcome. All proceeds benefit SORCE trail work, Team SORCE and
their Youth Cycling Programs in cooperation with the Elgin Park Secondary
SPOKE Race Team. South Surrey Athletic Park, www.sorcebikeclub.org
June 23, 2007
42ND ANNUAL LITTLE
BRITCHES RODEO. Langley Riders Society presents the Little Britches Rodeo
located at 4308 208Street. Events start 10:00AM on Saturday and Sunday.
BBQ Dinner Saturday evening, Pancake Breakfast Sunday morning. Admission
$5.00; childred under 9 free. For information visit www.langleyriderssociety.com
June 23, 2007
Bullhead Children's
Derby,Steveston Community Centre; 604-718-8080
June 23, 2007
Car Boot Sale,Thompson
Community Centre, Richmond; 604-718-8422
June 23, 2007
Driven to Perform.
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. BC Place Stadium. For more information go
to www.driventoperformevent.com.
June 23, 2007
Soap Box Derby on
Stave Lake Street, Mission; 604-820-3636
June 23, 2007
Pigeon Children Fundraiser
Country Fair. Country fair, market, pony rides, bouncy castle. 21852
16th Avenue, Langley; 778-668-8589, www.pcstables.com
June 23 - 24, 2007
Honeybee Festival.
Come out and enjoy our free family event, we have live bee keeping demonstrations,
bee beard competition, pollination displays and information, honey samples,
entertainment, Grayhaven Exotic Bird Sanctuary, Reptile Rescue Society,
exhibitors, a children’s festival with games, crafts, face painting, balloons
a bouncy castle and of course lots of food. Honeybee Centre is located
at the corner of Fraser Highway & 176th Street, Surrey;https://www.honeybeecentre.com
June 24, 2007
Multicultural Festival.
Celebrate the cultural diversity of Burnaby. This festival features entertainment
from many ethnic background, children’s arts and crafts from around the
world and a variety of tasty treats from different cultures. You can also
tour the craft tables offering items for sale from our blended community.
Table sales are for multicultural crafts only. Table rental: $17.00 (Bar
codes 128716-128798). This event is in partnership with South Burnaby Neighbourhood
House and SUCCESS. Free admission. Sunday, 10:00am-5:00pm, June 24. Bonsor
Complex, 6550 Bonsor Avenue. Phone 604.439.1860.
June 24, 2007
Antique & Collectables
Fair. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Lots of vendors and lots of antiques.
London Heritage Farm, Richmond; 604-271-5220
June 24, 2007
Burkeville Daze, Sea
Island Community Centre; 604-718-8000
June 24, 2007
Greek Day on Broadway.
5 block street festival celebrating Hellenic Cultural. Featuring main stages,
entertainment, cooking demonsgtrations, FREE KIDS ZONE -WITH CRAFTS AND
RIDES, cultural tent, roaming entertainers, cultural tent, food, raffle
to greece and so much more. Visit https://www.greekday.com
for more details
June 24, 2007
Kitsilano Soap Box
Derby. Visit sunny Kitsilano on Sunday, June 24th to see 60 young
drivers race down West 4th Avenue in home made Soap Box cars. It is an
excellent opportunity for family fun. West 4th Avenue Between Burrard
and Yew, 9:00 am; https://www.kitsilanochamber.com/
June 24, 2007
Scotiabank Vancouver
Half-Marathon & 5K. The world's most scenic Half-Marathon and 5k from
UBC to Stanley Park. A perfect time of year for running and vacationing
in Vancouver. Join 5000 runners for the best Half-Marathon you can run.
On-line registration, www.canadarunningseries.com/svhm
June 26, 2007
Developing a Healthy
Relationship with Your Money. Are you preoccupied with finances or
struggling to overcome psychological blocks and fears about the role of
money in your life? Begin to implement a vision of financial success that
is truly meaningful for you. Speaker: Karin Mizgala, BA, MBA; UBC Robson
Square, free noon hour series; 604-822-8585, https://www.lifeandcareer.ubc.ca
June 29 - 30, July
1, 2007
Golden Spike Days
2007 at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody. Looking for a funfilled weekend?
Come to Golden Spike Days Festival. Many events including Merry -go -swing
& crafts for kids. Inlet boat tours & sculpturist for the adults.
Great food including a gourmet salmon B.b.q. on friday night sponsored
by the Boathouse Restaurant. Entertainment for all ages including Charlotte
Diamond, Atlantiic Crossing, The Giggledam Theatre, Nick Guilder &
Sweeney Todd, and our own Port Moody Idol. contact 604 -931-8852, email
office@goldenspikedays.bc.ca
or visit our website www.goldenspikedays.bc.ca
June 29, 2007
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/)
June 30 to July 1,
2007
Red Bull Elevation
at Whistler, BC. For the third straight year Whistler Canada will play
host to the world's best BMX riders at the world's best bmx contest. Red
Bull Elevation is back and taking place over the Canada Day weekend. This
year's installment promises to be bigger and better than ever with new
innovations to the trails and added excitement to the surrounding atmosphere.
Widely known as the most bad-ass bmx contest on the planet, Red Bull Elevation
promises to push the athletes to the next level in an environment unlike
any other: Whistler Canada. Join us for the most action packed weekend
of your summer. Cost: FREE Info: www.redbullelevation.com
June 29 to July 8,
2007
Greek Summerfest 2007.
The Greek Community of East Vancouver invites you to come Live a Day the
Greek Way. Their annual fundraising Greek Summer Festival takes place Friday
June 29th to Sunday July 8th at 4641 Boundary Road. The festival features
Greek food, drink and entertainment. The hours are noon to 11 p.m. Admission
is free. For more information call (604) 438-6432 or visit our website
at www.greeksummerfest.com
June 30 to July 8,
2007
Canada Cup.
The Canada Cup gets underway Saturday, June 30 and winds up Sunday, July
8 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. For more information call (604) 536-9287 or
visit www.canadacup.com or
www.softball.bc.ca/softcity.html
June 30, 2007
City of North Vancouver
"Party at the Pier". Join this fun-filled afternoon with Ronald McDonald,
the Royal Hudson (at Waterfront Park), visiting Naval ship HMCS Vancouver,
an antique car show, kids activities, harbour tours and much more!
Burrard Dry Dock and St. Roch Dock, North Vancouver; https://www.cnv.org
June 30, 2007
BC Highland Games.
Thousands of participants enjoy the caber toss, the dancing competitions,
whiskey tastings and vendors showcasing all things Scottish. Coquitlam
town centre stadium; www.bchighlandgames.com
July - August, 2007
Abbotsford Community
Summer School of the Arts in partnership with the Central Abbotsford Community
School present summer drama, music & musical theatre programs for children
and youth throughout July & August. Phone 604-853-2221 (long
distance from Vancouver) between 1pm-5pm for registration & program
info. Registration opens May 28th.
July 1 - 8, 2007
South Delta Jazz Festival.
The South Delta Jazz Festival is an annual week long event featuring various
concerts for the public plus a five day workshop for students interested
in learning about or improving their jazz improv skills in a small combo
setting. We also offer a series of jazz concerts in Fall and Spring, and
a year-round Jazz Ensemble program for musicians of all levels at Delta
Community Music School. www.southdeltajazzfestival.com
July 1, 2007
61th Annual Steveston
Salmon Festival. Parade 10:00 am, Free Admission to the Fair Grounds, Children's
Festival, Craft Fair, Flower & Garden Show, Japanese Cultural Show,
Salmon Barbecue, Trade Show, Martial Arts Demonstrations, Youth Festival,
Midway and Rides. Sponsored by the Steveston Community Society. For
more information visit www.stevestonsalmonfest.ca
or call 604-718-8080;
July 1, 2007
TREE-SAVING DEVICE
to show at CANADA DAY PICNIC. Everyone's invited to drop in at the
Solar Power Roadshow tent at Vancouver Quadra Association's Annual Canada
Day Picnic at Locarno Beach and you can hop on the world's first Revived
Battery Electric Pickup's tailgate, build a solar oven, and enjoy a Sustainable
Energy Magic Show. There will be food and refreshments, too. It's all free.
Kids will love playing with sticky-bubbles from a solar-powered machine.
Solar Power Roadshow will also bring along a mystery tree-saving device
that is popular in France but virtually unknown in greater Vancouver. It
could easily save every household $250/year while sparing carbon-absorbing
forests. Can you guess what it is?? Locarno Beach, Vancouver, 12pm
- 3pm, 604-739-7717
July 1, 2007
Canada Day at Granville
Island. Bring the whole family for an all-day celebration with interactive
displays and games. Granville Island, 604.666.5784, www.granvilleisland.com
July 1, 2007
Canada Day Celebrations.
Celebrate the country's confederation day with entertainment for the whole
family, featuring songs and dancing. Canada Place. www.canadaplace.ca/canadaday
July 1, 2007
Canada Day Fun Fly.
Garry Point Park, Richmond; British Columbia Kitefliers Association, https://www.bcka.bc.ca/
info@bcka.bc.ca
July 1, 2007
Golden Spike Days.
Come one, come all! Join the fun held annually at Rocky Point Park in Port
Moody. How fast can you pump a hand-car down a stretch of railroad track?
Find out during the official "World Championship Hand-Car Races". These
and other family-oriented fun events will consume your day.
604-931-8852, www.goldenspike.ca
July 1, 2007
Yaletown Gran Prix.
The Trek Red Truck Beer Racing Team is pleased to announce the third annual
Yaletown Grand Prix bicycle race on Sunday, July 1st in the heart of Vancouver's
Yaletown. Bicycle racers will pass every few minutes on this technically
challenging course, reaching speeds as high as 70km per hour! Stay tuned
for more. www.yaletowngrandprix.com
July 1, 2007
North Shore Canada
Day Parade & Pancake Breakfast. Start your day with our Pancake
Breakfast from 8am - 9:30am. The Vancouver Motorcycle Drill Team returns
this year with their wonderful performance as they clear the way for the
Parade which begins at 10:00 am. The Parade begins at Grand Boulevard and
travels west on 13th Street, north on Lonsdale Ave., then west on 17th
Street to end at Mahon Park. If you would like to join us in the parade
or as a volunteer or just want more information please visit www.northshoreparade.org
July 21, 2007
On July 21st, 2007,
in true west coast style, fifteen hundred people will gather at the UBC
Thunderbird Stadium in Vancouver, BC to practice yoga together and raise
money for Camp Moomba, giving Canadian children impacted by HIV/AIDS a
chance to go to summer camp and enjoy recreational activities throughout
the year. The 5th Annual Yogathon is the largest single-day yoga event
in Western Canada. Not only does it include an exhilarating 108-minute
yoga program (for beginners, experts, young and old), but there are many
other exciting features to check out, such as a Bliss Fest artisan marketplace
and organic food fair, children’s activities, “On the Mat Walk” - fashion
show and book review, and a live musical performance by Vancouver’s very
own: Ghost Brothers https://www.myspace.com/ghostbrothers
July 13, August 25,
2007
Night of the Mummy-
An Overnight Family. Explore the museum by flashlight, dig for Egyptian
artefacts and examine a real mummy. For more information and programming
updates, please visit: www.vanmuseum.bc.ca
July 14, 2007
The Fort Wine Co.
is putting on their annual "Very Berry Country Fair" on July 14th. The
fair runs from 10-5pm and is held at the Fort Wine Co. grounds, just minutes
from Fort Langley. It is a fun family event with emphasis on the seasonal
berries produced in the area. Local vendors display their unique products
accompanied with live music. The Fort Wine Co. offers tastings of its delicious
fruit wine - perfect for all summer meals! Come and join the fun! The Fort
Wine Co. is located at 26151 84th Ave, Langley BC, V1M 3M6 For more information
view www.thefortwineco.com or
call 604-857-5379
July 16 - 20, August
13 - 17, 2007
Animating History
Camp. Stories from Vancouver ’s past, become stop motion animated films.
Guided by professional animators. For more information and programming
updates, please visit: www.vanmuseum.bc.ca
Ongoing to June 8,
2007
Arts Club Theatre
Company presents GYPSY. Ambitious. Obsessive. Domineering. Unrelenting
yet sympathetic. That’s Mama Rose! The quintessential stage mother, Rose
pushes timid Louise into the burlesque spotlight, where she is reborn as
the notorious Gypsy Rose Lee, whose memoirs inspired the musical. Living
vicariously through her daughter’s success, Rose lusts for stardom of her
own. This Styne-Sondheim classic, considered the crowning achievement in
the canon, features the unforgettable gems “Everything’s Coming up Roses,”
“Together,” and “Let Me Entertain You.” Stanley Industrial Alliance
Stage, 604.687.1644, https://www.artsclub.com/20062007/20062007season.htm
Ongoing to June 16,
2007
Shadbolt Celebrates.
The Shadbolt Centre for the Arts showcases the talents and accomplishments
of students and instructors with dance, music and drama recitals as well
as visual and ceramic art exhibitions. For more information, call 604.205.3000.
Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby.
Ongoing until June
30, 2007
Vancouver TheatreSports
League presents The Complete Improvised Works of Bill Shakespeare . The
Bard has been summoned by the King and Queen to perform for the royal court.
Unfortunately, William has not written anything in months and is both unable
to prepare a new show or deny the Royal court it's performance. Luckily
William remembered an old Italian man telling him of a form of theatre
called Commedia Del Arte where huge portions of the script were made up
by the audience. And so, with the assistance of Vancouver TheatreSports®
League, the completely new works of Shakespeare are born! New Revue Stage,
https://www.vtsl.com
Ongoing to September
9, 2007
The 12th Vancouver
Chinatown Night Market. A shopping extravaganza featuring Asian traditional
handicraft, fashionable gifts and tempting your taste buds with ethnic
snacks. A shopping experience like never before on every Friday, Saturday
and Sunday. The street market contains booths with different merchandises
on sale including artistic handicrafts, creative gifts, decors, modern
electronics, fashionable clothes, popular music CD, VCD, DVD, delicious
snacks and ethnic food. Tourist can enjoy their tour in the Vancouver Chinatown
Night Market. They can shop from the hundred booths for gifts items, fashion,
or modern electronics. Besides, they can enjoy the multicultural performances
- Folk dancing, singing, magic shows, martial arts, lion dance, band as
well as games and prizes, etc. Spend the summer nights at the Chinatown
Night Market, the first of its kind in North America! Vancouver Chinatown,
Keefer St. 100 Block; 604-682-8998, www.vancouver-chinatown.com
Ongoing to September
16, 2007
Vancouver Museum presents
Through the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond. Combining old ways with
advanced digital technology, the Cree of west central Saskatchewan tell
their story inspired by the art of one of their own – Allen Sapp. Through
the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond was developed using an elder-led process
and will offer visitors the images and voices of the Northern Planes Cree
recounting insights into their own history, culture and beliefs. The exhibition
provides a human face for issues such as reserve life, treaties and contemporary
Cree culture using oral testimony, objects and, of course, the art of Allen
Sapp. 604.736.4431, www.vanmuseum.bc.ca
Ongoing to September
23, 2007
Bard on the Beach.
Favourite Shakespeare plays (The Taming of the Shrew, Romeo & Juliet,
Julius Caesar, and Timon of Athens) are performed in tents on the beach
overlooking picturesque English Bay. Vanier Park. 604.739.0559, www.bardonthebeach.org
Ongoing to September
30, 2007
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, 2007
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, 2007
DINOTOWN. Enjoy a
full day of family fun on 4.8 hectares (12 acres). Admission includes live
shows, safe rides, wet-fun firehall, character meet ’n’ greets, toddlers’
area and on-site Dinersaurus. $13, senior $9.50, under 2 free. www.dinotown.com
Ongoing to September
30, 2007
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 until September
30, 2007
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 September
30, 2007
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 until September
30, 2007
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 to October
8, 2007
Richmond Night Market,
604.244.8448,www.richmondnightmarket.com
Ongoing to October
9, 2007
Haney Farmers' Market.
The popular community market is located on Saturdays in Memorial Peace
Park and features locally made baked or grown products.
Ongoing to December
31, 2007
Rice is Life. Cultivated
for over 5,000 years in more than 100 countries, on every continent except
Antarctica , rice sustains two-thirds of the world’s population.
The exhibit explores the agricultural, spiritual and artistic significance
of rice. Vancouver Museum, 604.736.4431, www.vanmuseum.bc.ca
Ongoing until September
30, 2007
Playland. B.C.'s premier
nine-acre amusement park filled with electrifying rides. Pacific National
Exhibition Park. PNE Fair Grounds; 604.253.2311, www.pne.ca
Ongoing
Vancouver TheatreSports
League presents So You Think You Can Improvise... a parody of the TV hit
So You Think You Can Dance. 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
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
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 Square, 604.331.3691.
Ongoing
Vancouver TheatreSports
League presents VTSL FAMILY MATINEE SERIES. Instant Improv is improvised
sketch comedy at its very best. The audience provides the inspiration in
the form of suggestions, and the improvisers provide the entertainment
in the form of hilarious improvised scenes. Whether the improvisers reconstruct
the story of an audience members first day at school or a recess mishap,
each Instant Improv performance is as unique as its audience. New
Revue Stage, 1585 Johnston St., Granville Island. 604-738-7013, www.vtsl.com
Ongoing until July
21, 2007
Vancouver Whitecaps
Women's Soccer 2007; Swangard Stadium, Burnaby; 604.669.9283, www.whitecapsfc.com
Ongoing until October
28, 2007
Ambleside Farmers’
Market. Meet your friends, listen to great music while shopping for “straight
from the farm" organic and non-organic produce, fruits, berries, plants,
honey, baking, jams, syrups, salsas, prepared foods and local crafts. This
is a fun place to shop. Every Sunday, 10 am to 3 pm; See you there!
Info: www.northshorefarmersmarkets.com,
info@northshorefarmersmarkets.com,
604-984-9002.
Ongoing until October
6, 2007
Dundarave Farmers’
Market. Over 30 booths of organic cheeses, vegetables, fruit and honey.
Every Saturday at Dundarave Village, West Vancouver, 10 am to 4 pm; 604-922-6020.
Ongoing until September
9, 2007
The Vancouver Whitecaps
Men's Soccer 2007, Swangard Stadium, Burnaby; 604.669.9283, www.whitecapsfc.com
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,
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