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May
1, 2012
Pull
Focus Summer Open House. Interested in filmmaking? Want to get involved
in your community while learning hands-on filmmaking skills? Pull Focus
Film School teaches filmmaking skills while empowering students to
apply these skills to a greater cause. Come connect with like-minded
individuals at the Pull Focus Film School Summer Open House. We'll be
bringing together former students, instructors, and other members of
the non-profit community to engage in dialogue. This year Pull Focus
Film School is excited to announce the first three-day, 12-week
documentary filmmaking diploma program. 604-767-4306
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May 1 - 19, 2012
Chátwilh:
The Craft and Culture of the Squamish Canoe. The Vancouver Maritime
Museum, in partnership with the Squamish Nation, presents,
'Chátwilh:
The Craft and Culture of the Squamish Canoe'. This special exhibition
will take visitors on a journey of discovery through the life cycle of
a Squamish canoe; from its roots in our local temperate rainforests,
through the hands of Squamish craftsmen, and throughout the Salish Sea.
Across the region that would become Vancouver, canoes were the vehicles
that literally bound together life on the land and sea. Visitors will
encounter examples of watercraft, related artifacts, and displays that
celebrate the enduring traditions of the Squamish Nation. https://www.vancouvermaritimemuseum.com/
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May 2, 2012
Southeast
Echoes: The Unique Music of Southeast China. Soloists from the BC
Chinese Orchestra will perform the music of Chen-Long Zhou, the
renowned orchestral composer from Shanghai. The live music presentation
will be guided by Dr. Gloria Wong, co-author of "Yueqi: Chinese Musical
Instruments in Performance" (BCCMA). Note: this program will be
conducted in Chinese/English. (Admission is free. Seating is limited.
Co-sponsored by BC Chinese Music Association.) Vancouver Public
Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia Street, 604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 2, 2012
Blues
Fiddle Workshop with MICHAEL JEROME BROWNE. Blues Fiddle for
intermediate players (or advanced players who don't play much blues).
This is for people who already play the violin (or fiddle) reasonably
well and want to learn how to play the blues. We can also take a side
trip into Cajun/Creole fiddle. Michael Jerome Browne, Canadian Solo
Folk Artist of the Year in 2008, Maple Blues Acoustic Artist Award
Winner, International Blues Challenge Semi-Finalist, Three time Juno
Award Nominee in both the roots and blues categories. Michael is a
multi-instumentalist, a songwriter, and a living encyclopedia of
American Roots music. Prussin Music, 604-736-3036.
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May 3, 2012
Inspiring
Solutions for Difficult Times: A prison of our own making. A
series of
talks and meditations shows us how to transform adverse conditions into
the spiritual path. This practice is vital since we are constantly
surrounded by difficulties, like a candle flame exposed to the wind,
blown first from this direction, then from that. There is no way of
avoiding difficult situations, but if we can change our attitude
towards them they will no longer be problems for us. Instead of
allowing adversities to make us unhappy and discouraged we can use them
to enhance our experience of the spiritual path, and thereby maintain a
pure and peaceful mind all the time. Cost: $10 per class, $40 for 5
classes. Free for Centre Card holders. 604.221.2271, info@tilopa.org
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May 4 - 13, 2012
DOXA
Documentary Film Festival. DOXA is presented by The Documentary Media
Society, a Vancouver based non-profit, charitable society (incorporated
in 1998) devoted to presenting independent and innovative documentaries
to Vancouver audiences. The society exists to educate the public about
documentary film as an art form through DOXA Documentary Film Festival,
a curated and juried festival comprised of public screenings, panel
discussions, public forums and educational programs. 5-1726 Commercial
Drive, https://www.doxafestival.ca
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May 4, 2012
The
Magical Encounter is a night of Pan-Asian & inter-arts gala
performance showcasing both local and visiting artists, and exploring
the intersection between music, word, dance, multimedia and cultural
traditions. This is the kick-off event of explorASIAN 2012, and will
feature a special program to pay tribute to the late Milton Wong. The
latter music and dance piece is being organized by the
community-at-large with the Laurier Institution & VAHMS as
co-chairs. Fei & Milton Wong Experimental Theatre at SFU Woodwards;
https://magicalencounter-eorg.eventbrite.com/
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May 5, 2012
Backyard
Bounty Gardening Course. Learn how to grow a healthy, bountiful supply
of food from your own yard, no matter how small. This course covers
soil preparation and organic fertilizers, planting schedules that
produce the most from any garden space all year round, what to grow and
how to grow it, simply and cheaply, including crops you can grow in
planters and pots. Learn how to adapt your gardening methods to suit
different weather conditions, simple methods for protecting winter
crops during cold snaps and organic methods for preventing and
controlling insects, diseases and weeds. Please Note: Advance
registration required. Class size is 30 people maximum. UBC Botanical
Garden, www.botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/2012/courses/gardening
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May 5, 2012
Queen
of the Sun. Queen of the Sun: What Are the Bees Telling Us? - Film
screening 10 am 12:00 noon (doors 9:30am) A beautiful, inspiring film
that examines the alarming global decline of bees and the struggle of
beekeepers, scientists and philosophers to find solutions. Any money
raised will go to UBC Farm bee related projects. Speakers and door
prizes. Admission $10, students $6 Meeting Place: The Ridge Theatre,
3131 Arbutus St (at 16th Ave). hannopinder@gmail.com
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May 5, 2012
On
May 5th the city's top chefs prepare a spot prawn boil at False Creek's
Fishermen's Wharf benefiting The Chefs Table Society. Meet local chefs
and fishermen at this 6th annual prawn boil featuring demonstrations
from Vancouver's top chefs including Vikram Vij, Tojo, Ned Bell,
Executive Chef of The Four Seasons Hotel, Vancouver and The Pear Tree's
Scott Jaeger as well as a BC wine tasting, live music and autographed
cookbooks. Vancouver Aquarium provides kids exploration of fabulous
fish and other cool creatures through hands-on activities, their mobile
habitat and other family friendly events and “Ocean Wise” will be
giving away 150 children’s pass to the Vancouver Aquarium. Tickets are
available on line and advance tickets are recommended as this 11am –
3pm event sells out, last year by 1:30 pm. For further event details
and tickets visit https://www.spotprawnfestival.com
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May 5, 2012
The
Shiny Kids Family Festival is a one-day event taking place on May 5,
2012, 11am-4:30pm at the Moberly Arts & Cultural Centre (7646
Prince Albert St. @60th Ave). The festival will feature a stage show in
which songs, costumed characters, masks and puppets tell a very
important story about the ocean, environment, community and helping
each other. Children and Parents will be welcomed into this magical
world surrounded by fantastical characters to learn about the
importance of protecting the ocean, how garbage affects everyone, how
rewarding it is to eat healthy and locally and how planting seeds will
provide what we need to better our lives. The festival will also
feature an interactive Eco-Maze which is a giant inflatable sculpture
you can walk inside of. Stories told by some of Vancouver's best
storytellers inside the inflatable domes. In addition there will be
roving performers, clowning, a costume parade, face painting and
collaborative art making. The Festival is a collaboration of The Shiny
Collective (local award winning children’s entertainers; Gogo Bonkers,
The Lost & Found Puppet Company, The Ta-Daa Lady and Juno award
winning Peter Puffin ) in partnership with the Moberly Arts &
CulturalCentre. Admission $5 www.shinykids.ca
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May 5, 2012
Come
join the Vancouver Bilingual Preschool as we celebrate our 50th
anniversary with games, activities and entertainers. Meet previous
preschool alumni and teachers as they walk down memory lane and share
stories of the school’s 50 years history.949 West 49th Ave (at Oak St),
Vancouver;https://www.vancouverbilingual.com/
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May 6, 2012
Hike
for Hospice. Please help us to provide end-of-life care for people from
all walks of life, including those most vulnerable in our community.
Your gift supports end-of-life counseling, maintenance of hospice
facilities and the purchase of supplies and equipment. May's Place,
B.C.s first freestanding hospice, and Cottage Hospice in East
Vancouver's Burrard View Park are operated by St. James Community
Service Society. 604-606-0306, liturner@sjcss.com
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May 6, 2012
Got
Craft? is celebrating its 11th show in Vancouver on Sunday, May 6th at
the Royal Canadian Legion on Commercial Drive and we hope to see you
there! Started in 2007, Got Craft? is Vancouver’s largest indie craft
fair aimed at bringing together a community that fosters handmade and
DIY culture. Royal Canadian Legion: 2205 Commercial Drive, Vancouver;
For more information: https://gotcraft.com
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May 6 - 13, 2012
Celebrate
May Day In Port Coquitlam. The City of Port Coquitlam has been
celebrating May Day since 1923. Our community's modern day celebration
includes a whole week of fun-filled activities including outdoor
concerts, community showcases, May Pole dancing, amusement rides &
the May Day Rotary Parade. The 2012 May Day Festival kicks off at 7:30
pm on Friday, May 6, 2012 with the Opening Ceremony at the Port
Coquitlam Recreation Complex. Events continue throughout the week and
wraps up with Mother's Day in Lions Park on Sunday, May 13, 2012.
604-927-7935.
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May 7, 2012
Music Monday Concert. The
annual Music Monday concert is part of a national movement that spans
coast to coast, celebrating the importance of music in our schools. Red
Robinson, Maestro Bramwell Tovey, Executive Chef Chuck Currie,
Firefighters, Police Officers, Dentists, Lawyers, and Transit Drivers
will join elementary and secondary school students in song, all in
support of music in schools. Have you ever thought what your life would
be like without music in it? Imagine going through school without the
opportunity to sing, play an instrument or enjoy the benefits of
learning the life skills that studying music can provide. Drop by for a
free concert and give the kids an audience. Show your support for music
in our schools. Robson Square Plaza, 800 Robson Street; www.musicmakesus.ca/musicmonday
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May 7, 2012
Lhamo
Tso: Voicing Tibetan Courage. Public talk by Lhamo Tso. Screening of
Leaving Fear Behind, a film made by Lhamos husband, Dhondup Wangchen,
to express Tibetans views before the Beijing Olympics. Charged with
subversion, he is serving a 6 year prison term in China. Suggested
donation: $10. Room C509 - Langara College, 100 West 49th Avenue;
778-999-4578, www.facebook.com/events/400542009956
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May 7, 2012
Taras
Grescoe. Please join us for an evening with award-winning author Taras
Grescoe and his newest book "Straphanger: Saving Our Cities and
Ourselves from the Automobile." Grescoe rides the rails all over the
world and makes an elegant and impassioned case for the imminent end of
car culture and the coming transportation revolution. Taras Grescoe is
the author of four books and countless articles focusing on world
travel. (Admission is free. Seating is limited. Co-sponsored by
HarperCollins Canada). Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W.
Georgia Street, 604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 7 to June 18, 2012
Arts
Umbrella at River District - Drawing, Painting & More. Arts
Umbrella is offering Visual Arts programming for the first time at the
River District in a 6-week afterschool program. Drawing, Painting and
More! This class will explore two- and three-dimensional projects using
tempera, watercolour, pastel, chalk, and a variety of found objects.
Students will study pattern, texture, and colour as you learn to use
clay, wood, fabric, paper, and other materials in unconventional ways.
Register your child for a fun afternoon of creative arts! 6 weeks
(Mondays, May 7 June 18) No class on May 21 for Victoria Day.
$110.00/student, Ages 5-8 years old, 4:00-5:30pm. Space is limited!
604-681-5268, info@artsumbrella.com
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May 8, 2012
FICTIONistas!
Spend an evening in the company of some of the top Canadian women
authors of our time. Expect lively conversation, great readings, and
surprising revelations! Arley McNeney, whose novel "The Time We All
Went Marching" was selected for the Globe & Mail Top 100 list,
hosts fellow FICTIONistas Sarah Kathryn York ("The Anatomy of Edouard
Beaupre"), Margaret Macpherson ("Body Trade"), and Alison Preston ("The
Girl in the Wall"). Copies of the authors books will be available for
sale. (Admission is free. Seating is limited. Co-sponsored by Coteau
Books.) Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia Street,
604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 8 - 22, 2012
Financial
Literacy/ Money Skills. Increase your knowledge and confidence in daily
money management. Topics covered in each of the 3 weeks are: Budgeting,
Banking, Credit, and Consumerism. Offered throug partnerships between
Family Services of Greater Vancouver and Vancity. FREE. Renfrew Park
Community Centre; 604-257-8388 -EX 3, cheryl.palidda@vancouver.ca
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May 9, 2012
Incite
@ VPL: Linden MacIntyre & Vincent Lam. CBC personality Linden
MacIntyre and prize-winning author Vincent Lam take the stage to
discuss their latest works. Linden MacIntyre is a co-host of The Fifth
Estate and the winner of nine Gemini Awards for broadcast journalism.
Linden will read from his brilliant new novel, "Why Men Lie."
Internationally acclaimed and bestselling author Vincent Lam reads from
"The Headmasters Wager", a superbly crafted, highly suspenseful and
deeply affecting novel set against the turmoil of the Vietnam War.
Admission is free. Seating is limited. Co-sponsored by Vancouver
International Writers Festival, https://www.writersfest.bc.ca)
Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia Street,
604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 9 - 19, 2012
The
Mikado. Join the 30th Anniversary Celebrations with this hilarious
story of forbidden young love, old begrudging love, and sordid family
politics. Featuring the Canucks Mr. Oh Canada, Mark Donnelly as the
Mikado. Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Road, White Rock;
katie.naylor@gmail.com
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May 10 - 13, 2012
Blue
Sky Circus Presented by CircusWest Performing Arts Society. Follow the
adventures of a band of young adventurers - Stargazers - as they defy
gravity and soar weightlessly through space and toward the moon.
Featuring Acrobatics, Aerial Fabric Routines, Object Manipulation,
Unicycles, Rue Cyr and Swinging Trapeze, and the amazing circus talents
of circus performers from the Performance and CentreStage programs of
Cirkids, Blue Sky Circus will enthrall children from 4 to 104. You MUST
be part of this adventure! Shows at 12:30pm and 7:30pm daily. Tickets
at www.circuswestshow.com.
PNE Gardens - 2901 East Hastings St.
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May 11, 2012
BC
Book Prizes: Poetry Finalists Reading. Join us as some finalists for
the 2012 Dorothy Livesay Poetry Prize read from their nominated work.
The BC Book Prizes, established in 1985, celebrate the achievement of
British Columbia writers and publishers. (Admission is free. Seating is
limited.) Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia
Street, 604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 11 - 12, 2012
Join
us as we try and figure out what is living at Burnaby Lake Regional
Park! Scientists and Naturalists are racing to find as many
species as
possible in 24 hours at! Help them out by learning about the
biodiversity of this backyard park. Take part in releasing ladybugs,
pond dipping, searching for bugs, listening for frog, meeting live
animals, making cool crafts and lots more. Visit for just a little
while, or explore for the entire event, there will be lots going on all
the time. Check out the website https://bioblitz.burnabylakepark.ca/
to see a full schedule of activites and for more info.
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May 11 - 12, 2012
Imagine
That! Productions is very pleased to present: "The Magician's Nephew" a
live theatre performance featuring exceptional performances, puppetry
and specialized lighting effects, adapted from the story by C.S. Lewis.
"It’s a story about something that happened long ago, in London, when
your grandfather was a child. It’s a very important story, because it
shows how all the comings-and-goings between our own world, and the
land of Narnia, first began!" The Venue at 5708 Glover Road, Langley; www.ImagineThatPlace.com
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May 11 - 13, 2012
EPIC
- The Sustainable Living Expo. Discover how exciting and innovative the
sustainable consumer world can be, from disposable bowls and plates
made from pressed palm leaves to handbags made from recycled seat
belts. Enjoy locally made organic beers and wines, enjoy fair trade
coffee and chocolate, admire stunning eco-friendly fashions and local
west coast art or test drive a hybrid Toyota or Lexus. For the young
ones is our Kid Zone, where fun and learning go hand in hand. Children
will learn about the values of organic food and farming through
entertaining and hands on activities. For mom and dad, check out the
EPICurian Corner for mouthwatering gourmet foods from world class
chefs. Dont forget to stop by the Stanley Park Brewery booth for a nice
cold beer on your way out. Be a part of the solution, and love it.
Vancouver Convention Centre; haberer.justine@gmail.com
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May 11 - 13, 2012
EPIC
2012. Discover how exciting and innovative the sustainable consumer
world can be, from disposable bowls and plates made from pressed palm
leaves to handbags made from recycled seat belts. Enjoy locally made
organic beers and wines, enjoy fair trade coffee and chocolate, admire
stunning eco-friendly fashions and local west coast art or test drive a
hybrid Toyota or Lexus. Vancouver Convention Centre, www.epicexpo.com
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May 11 - 13, 2012
Vancouver
Moving Theatre & DTES Heart of the City Festival in partnership
with the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre proudly present
Storyweaving, Weaving First Nation Memories from the Past into the
Future. Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre, Chief Simon Baker
Room, 1607 East Hastings Street. A multi-disciplinary journey
staged
in the round. Honouring First Nations ancestral and urban
presence in
Greater Vancouver. www.vancouvermovingtheatre.com;
www.heartofthecityfestival.com;
www.vafcs.org
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May 11 to September 16, 2012
The
Summer Night Market. Summer Night Market features more than 200
vendors. The venue includes unique merchandise from around the world
and delicious foods and drinks. Plus entertainment, street performers,
exhibitions, eating contest, dog show, baby crawling contest, Play Zone
for kids and multicultural performances. Each night, more then 20,000
people visit The Summer Night Market. Admission is free, so come out
and enjoy your summer at The Summer Night Market. 12631 Vulcan Way,
Richmond; https://www.summernightmarket.com
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May 12, 2012
22nd
UBCBG PERENNIAL PLANT SALE. Featuring a wide selection of plants
propagated by the Friends of the Garden, the sale has been a popular
gardening event in the Lower Mainland for 22 years. Heritage
strawberries, raspberries and tomatoes, blueberries, fruit trees, small
shrubs, native plants, grasses, "favourite" perennials, and limited
quantities of unique plants from the Botanical Garden "From our Garden
to your Garden". For further information: https://www.botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/events
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May 12, 2012
Plant
Sale: Sat. May 12 9 am to noon. Vegetables, herbs, favorite
&
specialty perennials ready for Mother’s Day gifts. Ladner Community
Gardens located at 6467 Holly Park Dr. Ladner; https://ladnercommunitygarden.blogspot.com
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May 12, 2012
Science
Rendezvous 2012. Initiated in the Greater Toronto Area in 2008, Science
Rendezvous will celebrate its fifth anniversary, in 2012, as Canadas
largest public science festival. Award-winning institutions and
organizations have partnered to host events at university and college
campuses, research hospitals, cultural, and public sites. Across the
country, volunteers and leaders in science and technology play host to
tens of thousands of visitors, of all ages. Through interactive
workshops, demonstrations, science fairs, competitions, children,
youth, and their parents can experience and be entertained by the
fascinating accomplishments and applications of world-class research
and activities in our changing world. Vancouver, various locations
(visit website for details). www.sciencerendezvous.ca/2012/
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May 12, 2012
Salvage
Sale. At the sale, you will be able to buy bargain-priced doors, sinks,
lumber, hardware, furniture, lights, flooring, moulding, knick knacks
and many house parts for your restoration or art project! Salvaged
items for sale are all from local homes and buildings donated by the
owners. Cash, credit, or carry. 115-7011 Elmbridge Way (Richmond);
604-264-9642, mail@vancouverheritagefoundation.org
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May 12, 2012
A
GROWING AFFAIR & SPRING PLANT SALE. A Growing Affair will feature a
wide variety of native, perennial and unusual plants, as well as a
large selection of edible food plants. Top quality plants are assured
as most are grown at the garden by volunteers and staff. The event is
designed to inform and empower both new and experienced gardeners to do
more with their gardens, patios and balconies, large or small. Included
is a Children's Area, where future gardeners can get their hands dirty
and take away their own plant. For those who have come to rely on the
Botanical Garden's spring plant sale for the spectacular array of
plants on offer, they won't be disappointed. www.botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/events
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May 12, 2012
Ivan
Sayers' Hats and Old Bags. We are hosting Ivan Sayers, well known
Vancouver vintage fashion historian. Tickets $20.00 which include
refreshments & door prizes. Limited tickets only & must be
purchased in advance. Please call Colbourne House, 604-261-0131 to
leave a message OR come by in person (basement door) most Wednesdays
from 10:00am - 1:00pm. St. Augustine's Church Hall, 8680 Hudson St.
(71st Ave.).
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May 12 - 13, 2012
2012 BLIA Environmental
and Spiritual Conservation Charity Fair. The Buddha's Light
International Association (Vancouver) will host the “2012 BLIA
Environmental and Spiritual Conservation Fair” on May 12 and 13 at the
Richmond King George Park. Conservation remains the theme of this
annual fair, which is designed to promote a sustainable and ethical
lifestyle. New elements are incorporated this year to strengthen the
educational value for the visitors. We believe that conservation has to
start from within each of us at a personal level. 604-512-3858, https://www.facebook.com/events/322594684443977
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May 13, 2012
Sunday
May 13th, 2 - 3:30pm at the Cambrian Hall (215 East 17th.). *Paul
Silveria and Shout! WhiteDragon play a family square dance for Mother's
Day! Bring your family out to do-si-do to live music, while Paul
Silveria teaches and calls all the figures. *$10 per person at the door
OR buy one $15 "Family" ticket at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/240131
and bring the rest of your family for just $5 each at the door!
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May 14, 2012
Isha
Judd. Isha Judd presents her new book, "Love Has Wings" which reveals
how to remedy three aspects of life that people often bemoan: the daily
grind, insecurity and loneliness, and the uncertainty of a world in
crisis. Isha Judd is considered an ambassador for peace by
international leaders of opinion. Judd imposes no political opinions,
dogmas or intellectual concepts, yet she is viewed as a modern day
visionary, receiving invitations to speak in international forums, with
senators, bishops and jet-setters as well as groups of ex-guerrilla
soldiers and high security prisoners. (Admission is free. Seating is
limited. Co-sponsored by Banyen Books.) Vancouver Public Library,
Central Branch 350 W. Georgia Street, 604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 15, 2012
Incite
@ VPL: An Exploration of Books and Ideas. Please join the Vancouver
International Writers Festival at the Central Library for "Incite @
VPL", a series of illuminating readings and discussions. You are
invited to an evening with Richard Stursberg in conversation with
Marsha Lederman. Stursbergs new book, "The Tower of Babble: Sins,
Secrets and Successes Inside the CBC", is the ultimate CBC insiders
tale which exposes the controversies, successes and dead ends of his
time at the top. (Admission is free. Seating is limited. Co-sponsored
by Vancouver International Writers Festival). Vancouver Public Library,
Central Branch 350 W. Georgia Street, 604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 16, 2012
Artist
In Our Midst Studio Tour 20th Anniversary Exhibition. Artists in Our
Midst welcomes our 20th anniversary by inviting the public to join us
for two popular art events this spring. An exhibit and sale of visual
art at the Roundhouse Community Centre on May 16 highlights a wide
range of paintings, ceramics, jewelry, and photography that features
more than 50 artists. Our Open Studio Walk on May 19- 20-21 invites you
to enjoy the diverse creative talents in our community by visiting
artists in their studio settings. Explore the stories behind the art
and artists. Design your own tour using the map and artist information
at www.artistsinourmidst.com.
Join us in celebrating the power of the visual arts as a
community-based resource! Artist Reception 7pm-10pm Birthday Cake Bash
7:30pm
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May 16 - 20, 2012
FREE Roundhouse Exhibit and
Birthday Party on May 16, 2012: Artists in Our Midst welcomes our 20th
anniversary by inviting the public to join us for two popular art
events this spring. An exhibit and sale of visual art at the Roundhouse
Community Centre on May 16 highlights a wide range of paintings,
ceramics, jewelry, and photography that features more than 50 artists.
Our Open Studio Walk on May 19-20-21 invites you to enjoy the diverse
creative talents in our community by visiting artists in their studio
settings. Explore the stories behind the art and artists. Design your
own tour using the map and artist information at www.artistsinourmidst.com.
Join us in celebrating the power of the visual arts as a
community-based resource!
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May 17 - 18, 2012
X-treme Theatre presents Peter Pan the Musical at The Act Theatre,
Maple Ridge; https://www.theactmapleridge.org/Extreme-Theatre-Peter-Pan
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May 18 - 21, 2012
Cloverdale
Rodeo & Country Fair. The Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair is
the largest event in British Columbia during the May long weekend. The
Cloverdale Rodeo is one of the largest rodeos in Canada with an
invitation format featuring the World's best competitors in Bareback,
Saddle Bronc, Bull Riding & Ladies Barrel Racing events. In 2011
the Cloverdale Rodeo celebrated its 65th anniversary. One of the
longest running traditions in BC, the 123rd annual Cloverdale Country
Fair features the Fraser Valley's largest midway along with a wide
range of family entertainment including the Kidz Zone, Agri Zone &
Art Zone, plus live outdoor entertainment all weekend. https://www.cloverdalerodeo.com
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May 18 to September 9, 2012
The
17th Vancouver Chinatown Night Market. The Vancouver Chinatown Night
Market is a shopping extravaganza including Asian traditional
handicrafts, fashionable gifts & tasty ethnic snacks. A shopping
experience like never before. Open every Friday, Saturday & Sunday,
starting May 18 to September 9, 2012. Takes place in Vancouver's
Chinatown, 100 & 200 block of Keefer Street (between Gore, Main
& Columbia Street). 604-682-8998, https://www.vcma.shawbiz.ca
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May 18 to October 8, 2012
The
Richmond Night Market. The Richmond Night Market 2012 event is located
at No. 3 Road & River Road, Richmond, just one block from
Bridgeport SkyTrain Station. It runs from May 18 to Oct 08 on every
weekend starting at 7:00 pm. This outdoor event offers 88 food booths
(the largest international food court ever), over 200 merchants &
corporate sponsor booths, more than 1,700 on-site parking stalls, free
admission, free live entertainment nightly on a top-notch performing
stage, games, contests and hundreds of give-away prizes. Come and spend
your summer in this fun-filled shopping and eating paradise with us! https://www.richmondnightmarket.com
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May 19 - 27, 2012
Hyack
Festival Week. Fireworks, carnival rides, antique fair, street fair
& a parade highlight this 9 day, non-stop festival of fun. Takes
place in Queen's Park & the Uptown Neighbourhood of New
Westminster. 604-522-6894, https://www.hyack.bc.ca
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May 20, 2012
Listen!
Laugh! Enjoy! Stories for YOU! theme: Bucket List. Tellers- Doreen
Giesbrecht; Philomena Jordan; Tony Rainbow. Also, Kira Van Deusen on
her trip to Iran. Guest - Bryant Ross, Spoken Word Supremo. Cost:
$6;includes tea; potluck treats. Entrance and parking in alley by St
Mark's at 1805 Larch. www.vancouverstorytellers.ca
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May 20, 2012
If
your baby could talk she would be asking 4 things. Am I safe? Am I
loved? Am I protected? Do you see me and hear me? Come learn about how
to provide and environment of safety and protection and create optimal
brain development for your baby.A presentation for pregnant couples,
new moms/dads, doulas, midwives, doctors, and anyone interested in
infant mental health. May 20th 1-3:30pm at Green Room Yoga: 2645 East
Hastings St $30 in advance, $30 at the door. To register: www.birthcontinuum.com
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May 21, 2012
Kilby
Historic Site Victoria Day Celebrations. Join us for our second
annual
Teddy Bear Picnic this Victoria Day holiday. Bring your Teddy Bear and
we'll provide the cookies and tea. Included in the price of admission
today, both child and bear will enjoy a complimentary tea and cookies,
our dress up Tickle Trunk, sing-a-long, a complimentary photo of you
and teddy and new this year a Teddy Bear Hospital. https://www.kilby.ca
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May 21, 2012
Bradner
May Day Parade. Located just outside of Abbotsford, this annual May Day
celebration is one of few left of its kind in the Lower Mainland. We
start with a delicious pancake breakfast followed by an exciting parade
including the Abbotsford Mayor, Councillors & MLA Mike deJong.
After the parade, we host opening ceremonies with May Pole dancing by
Bradner Elementary students. The rest of the afternoon is a Country
Carnival with exhibits, rides & games. Visit the concession for a
burger, some delicious cotton candy or enjoy some homemade desserts
with tea & coffee at the May Royalty Tea Room. https://www.bradnerpac.com
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May 21, 2012
Victoria
Day - Fort Langley. Watch for our float in the 90th annual Fort Langley
May Day Parade (11 am), followed by a community fair. All day, explore
the fort, feed the farm animals, and watch historic weapons demos. Free
admission. https://www.pc.gc.ca
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May 22, 2012
Psychology
Salon: Overload! Create a Less Pressured Life. Do you catch yourself
racing from place to place, feeling as though you will never catch up?
Has your efficiency doubled but has your workload trebled? Does your
life feel like a Reality TV version of Beat the Clock? Psychologist and
author Dr. Randy Paterson discusses the sense of being overwhelmed by
modern existence and provides concrete strategies designed to help
lighten the load while maintaining (and enhancing) a fulfilling life.
(Admission is free. Seating is limited. Co-sponsored by Changeways
Clinic.) Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia
Street, 604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 24 - 26, 2012
Surrey
Childrens Festival. Featuring an array of talented performers including
artists, storytellers, jugglers, dancers & more for the whole
family. The event focuses on stimulating & enriching the minds of
children through arts & culture. Make sure you purchase your
tickets in advance. Surrey Arts Centre & Bear Creek Park, https://www.surrey.ca/childrenfestival/8097.aspx
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May 25, 2012
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
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May 25, 2012
"Midway
in May" Carnival. A carnival filled with: Games, Rides, Obstacle
Course, Bike Challenge, Climbing Wall, Pony Rides, Velcro Wall, Bouncy
Castle, Cake Walk, Basket Raffles, Face Painting, Prizes, Food and
more! Laity View Elementary, 21023 123 Avenue, Maple Ridge.
Visit our
website for more info: www.laityevents.com
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May 26, 2012
SFU
Open House 2012. Welcome to Simon Fraser University's Open House 2012.
An exciting day full of interesting things to see and do, artistic
performances and educational demonstrations and explorations at SFU's
Burnaby Mountain campus on Saturday, May 26, 2012, from 11:00am -
4:00pm, rain or shine. We're opening our doors to showcase the spirit
and essence of Simon Fraser University. Programs and staff from all
campuses will participate at the event. www.sfu.ca
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May 27, 2012
21st
CENTURY FLEA MARKET. Boho chic to 50's kitsch, collectibles and
memorabilia to vintage kitchenalia, 175 tables of bargains on deluxe
20th century junque! Retro furnishings, books, antiques, dolls &
toys, jewelry, country stuff, china & glass, records, mid-century
Modern, linens & lace, postcards, garden accessories, lamps &
shades, sports items, silverware, paintings & prints, advertising,
collectibles & much, much more...Plus Drop-In Appraisals All Day -
Call or Visit www.21cpromotions.com
for Full Details - General Admission 10am-3pm $5 at Door - Special
Early- Bird Admission 7am-10am $20 at Door - Children Under 13 Free
with Adult Admission - Free Parking - On-Site Snack Bar - Wheelchair
Accessible
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May 29, 2012
8th Fire Discussion Panel. Did
you watch the CBC television series "8th Fire"? Were you compelled to
reflect on relations between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples in
Canada today? Hear from diverse First Nations voices about their
perspectives on the 8th Fire and more broadly on the state of relations
between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples. Where do we go from
here? Join us to deepen the conversation. (Admission is free. Seating
is limited.) Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia
Street, 604-331-4044, www.vpl.ca
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May 29 to June 3, 2012
The
Vancouver International Children’s Festival (VICF), presented by Coast
Capital Savings, is setting the stage for its 35th annual event, taking
place May 29 – June 3 on Granville Island, with “Celebrate Our Stories”
- a focus on storytelling as this year’s theme. Professional performing
artists from Taiwan, Italy, UK, USA and Canada will be performing 15
shows, in eight Granville Island venues, including five indoor and two
outdoor Festival venues, and one free outdoor stage. In addition, the
festival hosts hands-on arts activities such as face painting, sock
puppet workshop, circus skills, the Twist & Toddle play area,
claymation workshop, a Soundscape and much more. www.childrensfestival.ca
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May 31 to June 10, 2012
Vancouver
International Bhangra Celebration 2012. Celebrate the raucous energy
and infectious rhythms of Bhangra at the HSBC City of Bhangra Festival.
The festival takes place in venues throughout downtown Vancouver and
Surrey, with 11 days of free and ticketed events. Highlights this year
include a free concert (located at the Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza),
Celebrate the Harvest (an event featuring collaborations between and
performances from Israeli folk dance and Punjabi folk arts),
interactive workshops, demonstrations and a closing gala. Drawing
international attention every year, the festival sees performances by
musicians and dancers from Canada, the United States, India, the United
Kingdom, Finland, Denmark and more. https://cityofbhangra.com
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June 1 - 2, 2012
This
year the Goh Ballet Presents Coppelia. A playful fairy-tale revealing a
comedic test of true love. The performance features award winning
dancers from international Ballet competitions and festivals. This
production will be performed June 1 & 2, 2012 at 7:00pm. The event
is being held at the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre, 601 Cambie Street in
Vancouver, BC. Tickets for the event are available online at
ticketstonight.ca or at the Goh Ballet Office, 604-872-4014 or info@gohballet.com
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June 2, 2012
Champlain
Heights Summer Fair (3350 Maquinna Drive, Vancouver). There will be
non-stop fun and activities for the whole family. Amusement Rides,
Giant Slide, Bouncy Castle, Cake Walk, Clowns, Live Entertainment, and
Concession.For more information,please call 604-718-6575 or visit www.champlainheightscc.ca
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July 3, 2012
Young
Explorers Summer Camp : Begins July 3, 2012 9am – 4pm. Send your child
on an adventure exploring nature and biodiversity. Campers spend a week
learning about the natural world through participating in a variety of
indoor and outdoor activities and games with new friends. Children will
explore our 44.5-hectare (110 acre) botanical garden and will also
discover other amazing sites on the UBC campus including the Beaty
Biodiversity Museum, Nitobe Memorial Garden, UBC Farm and UBC Aquatic
Centre. https://www.botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/summer-camps
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July 11, 2012
Global
Relay Gastown Grand Prix p/b Allstream. Canada`s greatest criterium.
Watch North America’s top men and women cyclists race wheel-to-wheel on
Gastown’s thrilling 1.2-km course with the hairpin corner. Women’s race
30 laps. Men’s race 50 laps. Action starts 5:45 pm. Part of BC
Superweek. For more information or to volunteer, visit www.globalrelayggp.org
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June 16, 2012
Fraser Valley Kids Fair, 10am-5pm at Bakerview EcoDairy; www.fraservalleykids.com
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July 19 - 22, 2012
BC
Renaissance Festival. The Renaissance returns this summer at the 6th
Annual BC Renaissance Festival! Come join the village of
Steller’s
Grove for a weekend of thrills and merriment! After the arrest of
Charity, Cobbs, and Firth, life returns to normal for the villagers of
Steller’s Grove. Even Charity’s abandoned crew seems to be
settling
in. But what brings King Henry back to the shire, and who is the
mysterious widow that has just arrived? Is there foul play afoot?
Shop
the marketplace, enjoy the stage performers, and spend some time with
the characters of Steller’s Grove. Thrill to the excitement of
the
Joust and join us in song at the end of the day. More to see and
do
for all ages. Come for the day, or visit us all three days, and
immerse yourself in the 16th century! Thunderbird Show Park, 24550 72nd
Ave, Langley; https://www.bcrenfest.com
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Ongoing to May 21, 2012
Chatwilh:
The Craft & Culture of the Squamish Canoe. Chatwilh: The Craft and
Culture of the Squamish Canoe Opens November 24 For countless
generations, Squamish people hunted, fished, gathered resources,
engaged in battle, and welcomed visitors from their canoes. Across the
region that would become Vancouver, these were the vehicles that
literally bound together life on the land and sea. This special
exhibition will take visitors through the lifecycle of a Squamish
canoe-from its roots in a stand of local temperate rainforest, through
the hands of Squamish craftsmen, and throughout the Salish Sea.
Squamish carvers are renowned for crafting seven types of specialized
canoes. Discover how these watercraft continue to connect the Squamish
people to each other and the wider world. Tuesday to Saturday 10am to
5pm - Sunday Noon to 5pm - Closed Mondays to May 14 2012. Vancouver
Maritime Museum - 1905 Ogden Avenue in Vanier Park.info@vancouvermaritimemuseum.com
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Ongoing to May 29, 2012
The North Vancouver Community Arts Council is proud to present:
Ishrat
Khan- 2D. Ishrat creates semi-abstracted landscape paintings
using
free flowing colors with acrylics, oil and oil crayons on either paper
or canvas. He utilizes his engineering background as a base and his
extensive world travels as inspiration as he strives to capture the
feeling of “being there” present in the moment of the scene. Originally
from India, Ishrat immigrated to Canada in 1965 and currently
resides
in North Vancouver. He has participated in various art
exhibitions
throughout his career. www.ishratkhan.com
Viven
Chiu – 3D. Viven leads with her passion and then lets her creative
concept take charge. She defies tradition by using many mediums and
forgoing a signature style as she loves the different experiences and
feelings offered by different materials and means. Through art,
she
sees herself. Her motive is to have the public’s heart interact
with
her own. Originally from Hong Kong, Viven has a background in
commercial art and studied sculpture in Toronto and now resides in
Richmond. www.vivendesign.com
District Foyer Gallery, North Vancouver District Hall, 355 West Queens
Road
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Ongoing until August 12, 2012
Neon
Vancouver | Ugly Vancouver at Museum of Vancouver. Did Vancouver's
flashing neon signs signal glamour, excitement and big city living? Or
was neon part of a tawdry display that disfigured Vancouver's natural
beauty? People were of two minds in Vancouver in the 1950s, 1960s, and
1970s. Neon was one highly visible sign of Vancouver's transition from
a sleepy west coast port into a striving, happening city. Neon became a
lightning rod for critics of change, and at the same time, became the
focus of a civic conversation about values in Vancouver. https://www.museumofvancouver.ca
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Ongoing
Kids
Class at Tilopa. All parents wish for their children to be happy.
In
an uncertain and busy world, children and parents need a place to go
together to learn how to develop harmony, confidence and methods to
help calm our minds and strengthen our families. The children’s class
includes a short talk, gentle meditation and arts and crafts activities
related to the thought for the week. The class will be taught at the
same time as Prayers for World Peace, so parents are welcome to stay
with the children or enjoy Prayers for World Peace being offered in the
adjacent meditation room. Tilopa Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 1829 Victoria
Diversion; www.tilopa.org /
604.221.2271
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Ongoing
Arena
Tours. For 15 years, Rogers Arena has been thrilling and entertaining
fans. For 15 years, our Vancouver Canucks have battled on the ice in
the race to capture the title of Stanley Cup Champions. For 15 years,
we have staged the best entertainment the music industry has to offer.
We have opened our doors and welcomed over 21 million people. We have
even reveled in Olympic gold when the Canadian women's and men's hockey
teams marked their moments in history during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic
Winter Games. Join their tours on Wednesdays and Fridays with tours
beginning at 10:30 a.m., 12:00 noon or 1:30 p.m. https://rogersarena.ca/arena-tours/about-rogers-arena-tours
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Ongoing
MR
DANCE in Vancouver - Social and ballroom dancing every Sunday and
Tuesday. We are teaching dancing since 1991.
Admission: $10 for a
group lesson and a dance. No partner required. No
membership. FREE
ADMISSION EVERY TUESDAYS IN APRIL - FREE DANCE LESSON & DANCE -
APRIL 5, 12, 19 & 26. Location: Vancouver, Astorino's Hall,
1739
Venables Street. Visit www.MrDance.ca
or call Esie at 604 436 4436 for more information.
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