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November 1, 2003
Antique Road Show at Confederation Centre:
Al Bowen of Bowen and Associates, who has appraised antiques in most of
the museums in British Columbia, is ready to appraise your personal items.
Each person is allowed a maximum of two items to be appraised. Spectators
welcome.
November 1 - 2, 2003
4th Annual Salmonfest: The Vancouver Aquarium
Marine Science Centre is pleased to present its fourth annual SalmonFest,
celebration of Salmon and the BC Hydro Salmon Project in Stanley Park.
SalmonFest marks the 3 year anniversary of the opening of the BC Hydro
Salmon Steam Project in Stanley Park, a demonstration stream runs from
the Aquarium to Coal Harbour. Canada's largest classroom, the stream educates
visitors about salmon and the importance of their habitat, as well as restoration
projects that are in place around the province. Acitivities for guests
include a Salmon Obstacle Course, Gyotaku Fish printing, puppet shows,
face painting, crafts, touch tables and tours of the salmon hatchery. Several
community groups will also be on hand with special displays, games and
prizes. Be sure to Fish for a special prize in our Fish Pond! SalmonFest
is free with your paid Aquarium admission. 604-659-3474.
November 1 - 2, 2003
Best of the West Antique Show: British Columbia's
fall antique spectacular, a major event for antique collectors, home decorators
and everyone who loves to experience bygone days. British Columbia's biggest
antique and collectibles event. 90 top-quality dealers from BC, Alberta,
Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario. Country, formal and prairie furniture,
folk art, native artifacts, 50's decor, art glass, fine china, clocks,
oil lamps, etc... New feature this year - Antique Identification Clinic
- Get expert expert opinions on your antiques, during the show on Sunday
from 10am until 4pm. Bring maximum 2 treasures for appraisal by antiques
expert Peter Blundell. Tradex Centre, Abbotsford; 800-667-0619.
November 1 - 2, 2003
Spiders, man!: Family adventure for families
with children over 4 years old. What do trap doors, funnels and wolves
all have in common? They’re all spiders! Explore the Garden from a spider’s
point of view and keep all eight of your eyes open for spiders. Dress for
the weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Van Dusen Botanical
Gardens, 604-878-5860.
November 1 - 22, 2003
Honk! Hans Christian Andersen's classic
tale "The Ugly Duckling," transformed into a modern musical comedy. Waterfront
Theatre, Granville Island; 604-257-0366.
November 1 - 30, 2003
Snow Goose Month at the Reifel Bird Sanctuary;
604-946-6980.
November 1, 8, 2003
Redwood Cyclocross Series: European-style
bicycle race with 3 short races (30-60 minutes) involving short loops (under
2km) within park, 9am to 11am, Crescent Park Trails, Surrey; Information:
jasonfluckiger@yahoo.com
November 2, 2003
Family Concert Series featuring 'The Magic
School Bus', Queen Elizabeth Theatre; 604-280-4444.
November 2, 2003
Let There Be Light: Festival of Flowers:
West Gate Florist hosts a fundraiser for the Asante Centre for Fetal Alcohol
Syndrome. Dr. Asante speaks at 1pm, with live music and demonstrations
of floral works. Tickets are $12, Youth under 16 free. Maple Ridge.
November 5 - 11, 2003
Veterans' Week
November 5 - 23, 2003
West Side Story: Shakespeare's Romeo and
Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City, as two young idealistic
lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, The "American"
Jets and the "Puerto Rican" Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world
of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching
and relevant musical dramas of our time. Centennial Theatre, North Vancouver,
604-984-4484.
November 5 - 9, 2003
Cornucopia, Whistler's Food & Wine Celebration:
Join us for gourmet dining, wine tastings, food and wine seminars, and
special events. Cornucopia showcases the talents and trade secrets of the
region's leading chefs and winemakers. Fifty top wineries from California,
Oregon, Washington and British Columbia and an array of industry experts
participate in gala grand tastings, winemaker dinners, food and wine seminars,
and a wrap-up gourmet brunch. https://tourismwhistler.com/cornucopia.
November 6 - 22, 2003
Whinnie-The-Pooh: Christopher Robin’s fat
little bear Winnie – the – Pooh would like to drift peacefully through
life, humming tunes and stopping frequently to ”eat a little something”.
However, he finds himself involved in all sorts of frantic adventures,
assisted by such friends as Rabbit, Eeyore, and Piglet. It's a fun-loving
children’s adventure for the young and the ‘young at heart’ Presentation
House Theatre, 333 Chesterfield North Vancouver; 604-990-3474.
November 6 - 9, 2003
Amnesty International film Festival: The
Canadian premiere of several new documentary films, along with many films
that have already won awards at festivals worldwide. Pacific Cinematheque,
604-313-4069.
November 6 - 9, 2003
Dragon Meets Eagle: This unprecedented dance
presentation will contrast East and West. Four of the best award winning
Chinese classical dancers will allow their spectacular artistry to be matched
with the best of the West. An elite Colorado Ballet corps anchors the western
presentation while select Vancouver dance groups demonstrate their local
dance prowess. Bing Thom Architects of Vancouver, a world-class architectural
firm known internationally for their highly acclaimed designs, will create
digital graphics as unique set designs in celebration of this historic
moment. Never before has dance been showcased in this manner. Be there
to experience and enjoy different styles, athleticism, and gracefulness.
The "East meets West" finale performed to unparalleled three-dimensional
sound and music will be a historic first. Come celebrate the real meaning
of artistic and cultural diversity; The Centre in Vancouver for Performing
Arts.
November 7 - 11, 2003
Circle Craft's Christmas Market, Vancouver
Convention and Exhibition Centre; 604-669-8021.
November 7 - 8, 2003
Musical Review - We'll Meet Again: The Abbotsford
Concert Band will present a musical review "We'll Meet Again" at the Matsqui
Centennial Auditorium on November 7 & 8. Matinees on November
8 & 9th. The review will be comprised of songs from the era of
the two World Wars; 604 852-0012.
November 7 - 9, 2003
Vancouver Asian Film Festival: The weekend
event will feature a variety of full length productions and short films
on big screen by some of today's rising and established North American
Asian filmmakers. Cinemark Tinseltown Cinemas, 604-254-7739.
November 8 - 11, 2003
Sacred World Music Festival: Featuring performances
by the Gospel Experience (Sibel Thrasher and Lovena Fox), Jane Corrall
and Treble Five, Chibi Taiko, Jabulani, the Rene Hugo Sanchez Group from
Peru, Thione Diop & Yeke Yeke from Senegal, Alpharabius, Ann Mortifee,
Catherine Wilson and friends, the Sandy Scofield Band, Marilyn Lerner and
David Wall, musica intima, and the Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra.
November 8 at First Baptist Church (969 Burrard) & November 9-11 at
Croatian Cultural Centre (3250 Commercial); 604-732-6632.
November 8 to December 13, 2003
Hello Dolly: Book by Michael Stewart Music
and Lyrics by Jerry Herman Matchmaker Dolly Levi has been hired to find
a new wife for businessman Horace Vandergelder. Secretly, however, she
schemes to win the wealthy widower for herself, setting in motion a series
of hilarious romantic entanglements. Vancouver Playhouse, 604-873-3311.
November 8, 2003
"Out of the Blue" Benefit Concert~ presented
by the Lower Mainland Downs Syndrome Society: Featured performers include
Lynne Taylor Donovan and Don Brown. Lynne, an internationally recognized
Country Rock singer/songwriter from the Okanagan Valley, recently performed
at the Mountainfest Music Festival in Merritt and at the Heartland Festival
with Alan Jackson. Don, a Country/Gospel artist from White Rock,
is host of CBC's Hymn Sing, and lends his character voice talents to such
popular animated shows such as Dragonball Z, Beast Wars and Transformers.
More Information: Tickets are $20, including service charges, for adults
and $15 for children and self-advocates; 604-507-6355.
November 8, 2003
Cap Jazz Series presents Terence Blanchard
Sextet: The Cap Jazz Series is thrilled to welcome to our stage for a series
debut the Terence Blanchard Sextet. During the past 20 years, trumpeter/
composer/ bandleader, Terence Blanchard has established himself among the
most influential jazz composers and players of his generation. With chart-topping
CDs and Grammy Award Nominations, Blanchard has emerged in the last decade
as the foremost jazz-oriented film composer. Thanks to his natural gift
for mood setting and storytelling, Blanchard has left his mark on numerous
Spike Lee movies such as Malcolm X and Clockers, as well as works by various
other filmmakers. Blanchard was most recently nominated for a Golden Globe
in 2003 for Best Original Score for his work in Lee's latest film " The
25th Hour." Capilano College Theatre.
November 8, 2003
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, St. John's Church, Port
Moody; 604-936-7762.
November 8, 2003
Chuan-Yun Li: Together. Violin Recital with
Robert Koenig at the piano, Chan Centre for the Arts; 604-658-8850.
November 8, 2003
Community Craft Fair at the Renfrew Park
Community Centre; 604-257-8388.
November 8, 2003
Holiday Craft Fair at Killarney Community
Centre; 604-718-8200.
November 8, 2003
Minoru Craft Fair at Minoru Park; 604-718-8450.
November 8, 2003
Palaeontology Show at Richmond Nature Park;
604-718-6188.
November 8, 2003
Salmon Watch:It’s autumn, and time for salmon
from the Serpentine River to return home to spawn. Walk through the protective
tree cover and look in the river for returning spawners. Tour the hatchery.
Increase your knowledge and improve your understanding of salmon life cycles
through fun, participatory activities. Tynehead Regional Park, Surrey;
604-432-6359.
November 8, 2003
Wild Bird Trust of BC Walk: MAPLEWOOD'S
RAPTORS, Maplewood Flats Conservation Area, North Vancouver; 604-924-2581.
November 9, 2003
Annual Variety Auction and Buy-Low Foods
Vintage Market: On Sunday, November 9th the Annual Variety Auction and
Buy-Low Foods Vintage Market fundraising event takes place at the Westin
Bayshore Resort and Marina in downtown Vancouver. Last year this is a highly
successful fundraising event raised $62,000 for Variety – The Children’s
Charity in BC. Over the years Variety and Buy-Low Foods have partnered
to raise over $1 million for BC’s children with special needs by hosting
a live and silent auction and selling quality grade meets and other grocery
products at prices your grandmother used to pay! For 21 years the Variety
Auction and Buy-Low Foods Vintage Market has always been the place to start
your holiday shopping with such gift giving ideas as wine collections,
gift baskets, jewelry, clothing, computer accessories and software, home
and garden products and stuff for the kids! All of the money raised at
this event will go to support the projects of Variety; Westin Bayshore
Resort and Marina, 604-320-0505.
November 9, 2003
Little Chamber Music Series That Could:
In Europe, Claude Vivier is a composer whose works are given the highest
regard, yet he is not well known in Canada. On the 20th anniversary of
his death, Vancouver hot new wind quintet will present a concert featuring
Vivier’s music as well as that of his most influential teachers Karlheinz
Stockhausen and Gilles Tremblay. Vancouver East Cultural Centre; 604-251-1363.
November 9, 2003
Salmon Come Home: You are invited to participate
in the 11th annual welcome home for the Salmon returning to Hoy Creek.
Explore the Hoy Creek area on guided nature walks. Observe Salmon spawning
and have your questions answered by Hoy/Scott Watershed Society members.
There will also be many informative displays and arts & crafts to check
out while you are there. Parking at the City Hall or Douglas College, will
only mean a short walk to the event area. Hoy Creek, Coquitlam; 604-933-6036.
November 9, 2003
Stawa'mus Traditional Veterans Pow-Wow:
An invitation is extended to the general public to witness the rich culture
of our First Nations here in the Squamish Valley. Watch the Dancers, from
all over Canada and the U.S. compete in various dances and age groups.
Enjoy the traditional festival and "Bridge the Gap for All People Alike
in the Sea to Sky Corridor and throughout Canada." Totem Hall, Squamish;
(604) 898-5422.
November 11, 2003
MIRO QUARTET:The Friends of Chamber Music
presents this stylish, elegant young quartet, winners of the sixth Banff
International String Quartet Competition, the Naumburg Chamber Music Award
and who are the resident ensemble at Lincoln Center's Chamber Music Society.
Vancouver Playhouse. Tickets 604-280-3311
November 11, 2003
Remembrance Day
November 11, 2003
Remembrance Day Fun Kite Fly at Garry Point
Park, Richmond.
November 11, 2003
Remembrance Day Skate at Killarney Community
Centre; 604-718-8200.
November 11, 2003
Surrey Remembers: Bring your family for
Remembrance Day ceremonies at the Cloverdale Cenotaph, then come in to
the Museum for exhibits featuring the Canadian Peacekeeping Veterans, presentations
by local school students, crafts, and refreshments. 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM.
November 13 - 16, 2003
Christmas at Hycroft: Christmas at Hycroft
is the major, annual fundraiser for the University Women's Club of Vancouver
with funds going to scholarships, bursaries and continuing maintenance
of the heritage house. Vancouver's celebrated Edwardian mansion exquisitely
decorated for the festive season. Top designers exhibit their newest trends.
Unique gifts and crafts from around the globe. Festive baking in the Coach
House. Your ticket entitles you to a chance to Win A Mansion for A Day.
Hycroft Mansion, 1489 McRae Avenue, Vancouver; 604-731-5847.
November 13, 2003
British Columbia Conference for Women: This
illuminating day is filled with 10 practical, idea-packed sessions. And
between workshops, you'll experience meaningful networking at its best!
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre; 800-873-7545.
November 14 - 16, 2003
Vancouver International Storytelling Festival:
Tales for adults, families, and kids, told by more than 30 storytellers
from around the English-speaking world, including Roy Bookbinder, Sheri-d
Wilson, Evalyn Parry, and Jean Pierre Makosso. Vancouver Museum and WISE
Hall, 604-257-0366.
November 14 - 22, 2003
5th Annual Bellingham Storytelling Festival:
A week long festival celebrating the oral tradition of storytelling. A
variety of events featuring local and guest tellers for young and old alike.
Before books, movies and TV, tale spinners were the main form of entertainment.
Storytellers will convey traditions, teachings and beliefs and how to belong
to societies through stories; 360-714-9631.
November 14 - 22, 2003
World Weightlifting Championships: Athletes
from around the world--including three-time Olympic champions Pyrros Dimas
and Akakios Khakiasvillis of Greece and two-time Olympic champ Halil Mutlu
of Turkey--compete for the opportunity to qualify for the 2004 Summer Olympics
in Athens. Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, 604-280-4400.
November 14 to December 14, 2003
Singin' in the Rain: You've seen the film
- now experience the world's most uplifting musical live on stage. Don,
Lina, Kathy and Cosmo light up the stage with song and dance. Featuring
great hits like the title song, Make 'em Laugh, Good Mornin', Moses Supposes
and You Are My Lucky Star. Stanley Theatre; 604-687-1644.
November 14, 2003
6th annual Craft Fair at Leigh Elementary
School,1230 Soball Street, Coquitlam; 941-8661.
November 14, 2003
Abbotsford Symphony Orchestra, Performance
will be at Central Heights Church, 1661 McCallum Rd, Abbotsford; 604-853-6700.
November 14, 2003
Just for Laughs Comedy Tour 2003: Just for
Laughs Comedy Tour 2003 is back bringing some of the biggest names in comedy
from Canada, USA and the UK to Vancouver. The tour features almuni from
the world's most prestigious Comedy event. Hosted by the face of comedy
on the CBC writer, actor Rick Mercer (Canada) and featuring Adam Ferrara
(USA), John Moloney (UK), Derek Edwards (Canada), Joey Elias (Canada) &
more. Orpheum Theatre; 604-280-4444.
November 14, 2003
LIGHT UP THE VILLAGE - FORT LANGLEY: Shopping
and dining in a cozy, old fashioned Christmas setting. For more information
call Lynne Davidson at 604-888-8835.
November 14, 2003
The Port Moody Art Association is proud
to present its 36th Annual Arts Show and Sale of Original Paintings at
the Port Moody Social Recreation Centre, 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody;
November 14, 2003
The Power and Glamour of Professional Women's
Tennis Challenge: Featured matches include Maureen Drake vs. Sonya Jeyaseelan;
Stefi Gjinel vs. Kirsten Yoon; Lindsay Davenport vs. Anna Kournikova; and
a doubles match with Kournikova, Davenport, Drake, and Jeyaseelan. Pacific
Coliseum, 604-280-4444.
November 15, 2003
Central Bog 3 Hour Interpretative Tour:
Starting at noon at the entrance to the Vancouver Landfill. Group tours
may be arranged for other days by calling the Burns Bog Conservation Society
office at 604-572-0373 or 1-888-850-6462. VISA and MasterCard accepted
over the phone. Tours may be cancelled due to low attendance, so please
call and register, 604-572-0373 or 1-888-850-6462. Costs: $15 non-members,
$13 members, $8 children within family membership $10 children with nonmembers.
November 15, 2003
15th Anniversary, First Nations Dinner &
Silent Auction, The Delta Firehall Centre for the Arts; 1-604-572-0373.
November 15, 2003
Antique Identification Clinic: oin Al Bowen,
a renowned Lower Mainland antique and museum appraiser, for a detailed
verbal appraisal of two of your heirlooms or antiques. Pre-register by
calling 604-502-6456 - no drop ins. Appraisal: $10, View only: $7 Surrey
Museum.
November 15, 2003
Birding in Richmond Nature Park; 604-718-6188.
November 15, 2003
DRAGON RIVER SHADOW THEATRE: The VECC Kids’
Series continues with Chinese shadow puppetry that uses music and narration
to tell folk tales. Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 604-280-3311..
November 15, 2003
Kids Stuff Toy & Clothing Sale, Brennan
Park Recreation Centre, Squamish;
November 15, 2003
Secrets of Indian Arm, North Shore Winter
Club; 604-733-2313.
November 15, 2003
Craft Fair at The Salvation Army North Vancouver
Community Church (105 West 12th Street (& Lonsdale), North Vancouver),
10:00am-2:00pm; 604-988-6040.
November 15, 2003
The Shrine Magic Fantasy: Get swept away
in the wave of laughs and music as world-class illusionists dazzle you
with their magic. See Meeks the Clown, Joey Hanlon, Jim Raddysh and many
more. Massey Theatre, New Westminster; 604-517-5900.
November 15 - 16, 2003
Art by the Lake: 35th Annual Arts and Crafts
show put on by nearly 50 members of the Whatcom Art Guild. Located on Lake
Whatcom (Electric Ave) in the Bloedel Donovan Field house, the show runs
Saturday from 9am-8pm and Sunday from 9am-6pm; 4949 Samish Way #40, Bellingham;
November 15 - 16, 2003
Cheese Festival: Celebrate BC's finest artisan
- goat, sheep and cow cheeses from regional producers featured at Public
Market, Granville Island; 604-666-6477.
November 15 - 16, 2003
Christmas Craft Fair, South Arm Community
Centre; 604-718-8060.
November 15 - 16, 2003
West Coast Christmas Pet & Craft Fair:
A great place to shop for that pet owner. Over 40 Pet related booths. Agriplex
Cloverdale, 604 541-0085.
November 15 - 20, 2003
Jewish Book Festival: Literary festival
features readings, book signing, writing workshops, children's programs,
sales of new and used books, and appearances by authors Nancy Richler,
Letty Cottin Pogrebin, Aryeh Lev Stollman, Jerry Wasserman, Karen X. Tulchinsky,
Kerry Gold, Peter Birnie, Elana Dykewomon, and others. Norman Rothstein
Theatre, 604-257-5160.
November 15 - 20, 2003
Spiraling Within: Spiraling Within is an
odyssey into the mind of a young woman. Kayla "pops" her pills of choice
and "trips" through bus rides, raves and psych wards. Written and performed
by S. Siobhan McCarthy, Spiraling Within is a bold, innovative multi-media
one- woman show that combines statistics, dance, movement and darkly humored
scenes to explore mental illness and examine the system from the inside
out. Saturday Nov 15th 8:00pm, Sunday Nov 16th 3:00pm, Nov 17-20 1:00pm
& 8:00pm Opening Reception to follow Sat Nov 15th Weekday Matinees
Available for High School Students; Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie
Street, Vancouver, 604-606-6400.
November 15 - 22, 2003
Agnes of God: In this contemporary murder
mystery set within the confines of a convent, Agnes is a devout, innocent
young nun accused of infanticide. As a psychiatrist, herself a lapsed Catholic,
and the Mother Superior struggle over Agnes fate, the play plunges into
the mystery of faith and the consequence of truth. Presentation House Theatre,
North Vancouver;
November 16, 2003
4th Annual Hyde Creek Salmon Festival:
Come celebrate the return of the salmon to their spawning grounds. Hyde
Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Avenue, Port Coquitlam; 604-941-2957.
November 18 to December 14, 2003
Plaid Tidings: Plaid Tidings, the celebrated
sequel to Forever Plaid, comes to The Centre just in time for the Christmas
season! Creator Stuart Ross has brought back his famed characters Sparky,
Smudge, Jinx and Frankie who dazzled Vancouvers theatre scene for two successful
years in one of BCs most successful musicals! In this next episode, these
four friends now set off to make their mark in the music industry while
tantalizing audiences with their jovial spins on holiday classics. Plaid
Tidings is the perfect kick-off for your holiday season come join the cast
in singing your holiday favourites! The Centre in Vancouver for Performing
Arts;
November 18, 2003
Fairy Tale Jammy Jamboree: Wear your pajamas
and bring your favorite stuffed toy for an enchanted evening of fairy tale
magic. Enjoy a Family Evening Special at the Maple Ridge Library at 6:45
pm -7:15 pm. For more information, call 604-467-7417.
November 19, 2003
Douglas Day: Be a part of the 145th Anniversary
of the Crown Colony of British Columbia. Contact the Fort Langley
Historic Site for information at 604-513-4777.
November 20, 2003
National Child Day
November 20, 2003
Stephen Prutsman, Multi-talented Stephen
Prutsman, hailed as one of the finest American pianists of his generation,
is also a noted composer and arranger. Acclaimed for the brilliance of
his playing, Stephen is active as an orchestral soloist, recitalist, chamber
musician and conductor. We welcome this impressive and versatile artist
to Rush Hour. Vancouver Art Gallery, 604-873-4612.
November 21 - 23, 2003
Eastside Culture Crawl: The seventh annual
Eastside Culture Crawl is your chance to meet artists such as painters,
potters, sculptors, photographers, glass blowers, furniture makers and
more in a condensed area of Vancouver teeming with artistic activity. Visit
more than 200 artists' studios, most within walking distance of each other,
in western Canada's largest studio exhibition and sale. From the traditional
to the contemporary, from emerging artists to those of international fame,
it's an exciting weekend of art and culture. And it is a free event! Various
location in Vancouver; https://www.culturecrawl.bc.ca
November 21, 2003
How to Use the Archives: Writing a term
paper or a book? Come to this informative workshop to learn how archival
materials and their use can assist your research. Pre-register by calling
604-502-6456. $7.50 per person. Surrey Museum.
November 21, 2003
Pajama Skate at Bill Copeland Sports Centre:
Wear your favourite jammies and bring your friends to the rink for the
second annual pajama party. $2.25 child, $2.85 student/senior, $3.80 adult,
1 session. Friday, 7:00-9:00pm, November 21.
November 21, 2003
Superstars In Concert: Party with our impersonators
of Tom Jones, Rod Stewart, Silhoutte Comedian. Fort Langley Golf Course,
604-888-5911.
November 22, 2003 to January 3, 2004
Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village Museum:
Experience an old-time Christmas! The village is decorated for the holiday
season and festive entertainment abounds. For entertainment schedules,
call 604.293.6500. Regular admission rates apply.
November 22, 2003 to January 5, 2004
Lynden in Lights, Lynden, Washington; 360-354-5995.
November 22, 2003
A Night for Owls, Richmond Nature Park;
604-718-6188.
November 22, 2003
Christmas Craft Fair, Thompson Community
Centre, Richmond; 604-718-8422.
November 22, 2003
MURRAYVILLE CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR: Murrayville
Hall (Langley) is the place to be to start your Christmas shopping! There
are still a few tables available for the show if you are interested in
participating as a vendor ($15 for the day).
November 22, 2003
Neon Bus tour: A magical tour of vancouver's
neon. Vancouver Museum, 604-736-4431.
November 22, 2003
The Crystal Gala: The 5th Annual Crystal
Gala has raised over $206,000, over the past 4 years to make a difference
in the quality of life for women living with breast cancer and has been
a reality thanks to the ongoing commitments of the many sponsors, donators,
corporate partners, and the Crystal Gala Society volunteers – to create
a brighter future without breast cancer. Tradex Centre, Abbotsford; (604)
850-5873.
November 22, 2003
The Return of the Salmon Festival: The return
of the salmon celebrates the return of the spawning salmon to our local
rivers. One of their goals is to hoist 150 hand painted windsocks Thanksgiving
Weekend along Cleveland Avenue from Squamish Station down to the Estuary.
Science and environmental exhibits will be displayed throughout Squamish.
Brennan Park Recreational Centre.
November 22, 2003
Winter Birds:Victorians used to decorate
their Christmas trees with bird ornaments. Bring back this tradition by
creating bird ornaments in this family workshop. Pre-register by calling
604-502-6456. $7.50 (5yrs+). Surrey Museum.
November 23 - 24, 2003
Bald Eagle Festival: Eagle and other wildlife
viewing around the communities Mission and Harrison; (604) 826-6914.
November 23, 2003
Herring Sale at Westminster Quay;
November 23, 2003
Sun Ergos Company of Theatre & Dance
presents “Fables”
Rich with colour, Baroque music, period
costumes and larger-than-life
animals, the stage is set for ean de la
Fontaine’s beloved fables such as
The Grasshopper And The Ant, The Lion And
The Rat and more. Evergreen Cultural Centre, Coquitlam; 604-927-6566.
November 25, 2003
Harvest Pumpkin Growing Contest: At this
annual Pumpkin Growing Contest there are prizes for costumes, painted and
carved pumpkins in the following categories- Scariest, Funniest, Most Creative
and most Patriotic. Costumes will be judged in different age groups. The
largest pumpkin by weight will win a $50.00 Savings Bond from Peoples Bank.
A pumpkin People contest will take place with businesses competing for
prizes for the best pumpkin person. The only prerequisite is the head must
be a pumpkin, either artificial or real. Ferndale, Washington; 360-384-3042.
November 25, 2003
International Day for the Elimination of
Violence Against Women
November 25, 2003
Ken Croswell Lecture - Magnificent Mars
at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre; 604-738-7827, ext. 249.
November 26 - 30, 2003
Disney On Ice Presents Princess Classics,
GM Place; 604-280-4444.
November 26, 2003
World Kindness Concert: Come and join local
artists from a variety of cultures as well as a multimedia presentation
highlighting kindness from around the globe. Proceeds go towards The Invest
in a Kinder World Coin-spiracy. More info at www.kindacts.net. Centennial
Theatre, North Vancouver. Tickets available at all Saje Natural Wellness
Stores or call Brock Tully at 604-515-KIND. www.investinakinderworld.com
(https://www.investinakinderworld.com)
November 27, 2003
12th Annual Craft Sale at Prairie Log Home
B&B, Over 40 artisans will be participating, Prairie Log Home B&B
at 3555 Dixon Road, Abbotsford; 604-850-2671.
November 27, 2003
Shrine Fantasy Variety Show: The Shriners
present their annual show in aid of their philanthropic activities. Centennial
Theatre, North Vancouver; 604-681-5779.
November 28, 2003
Christmas Tree Lighting, Downtown Abbotsford:
The Abbotsford Downtown Business Association rings in the Holiday Season
with it’s 14th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Essendene & West Railway
Street. Thousands of children and adults join this celebration of old fashioned
carol sing-a-long, Santa’s arrival, roving street entertainers, great live
bands and dance performances, free hot chocolate, cookies, and lighting
of the giant Christmas tree; 604-850-6547.
November 28 to December 27, 2003
It's Snowing on Saltspring: The stockings
aren't hung by the chimney with care, and Bill's wife Sarah is 9 1/2 months
pregnant and counting. At the point of despair, he is whisked off to Casa
Claus for a hilarious rediscovery of the spirit of Christmas-complete with
cheeky elves, Mrs. Claus and a certain red nosed you-know-what. Arts Club,
Granville Island; 604-687-1644.
November 28, 2003
Community Tree Decorating: Bring the whole
family to our 4th annual community tree and lobby decorating event. Get
into the spirit while decorating cookies, doing Christmas arts and crafts
and singing some festive songs. Each child will take home their own creation.
Sit back and enjoy some warm refreshments and treats. Parent participation
required. Kitsilano Community Centre, 604-257-6976.
November 28, 2003 to January 4, 2004
The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe:
A charming and innovative staging of the twentieth centurys most widely
read, greatly loved childrens classic. Captivates the adult imagination
as powerfully as a childs with its rich themes and unforgettable images
a triumph of the imagination. Weve booked the Norman Rothstein Theatre
to accommodate this special Anniversary Celebration production of the most
popular show in our companys history; 604-731-5518.
November 29 - 30, 2003
Christmas Craft Fair at Steveston Community
Centre, Richmond; 604-718-8080.
November 29 to December 23, 2003
Christmas In Kerrisdale: Come to the shopping
district of Kerrisdale and enjoy an old fashioned holiday style event.
Roving quartets and brass ensembles will fill the air with seasonal music,
Santa will be walking the sidewalks dispensing candy canes and chocolates
and free horse & carriage rides will be on tap. Main entertainment
will run from 12 noon through 4 pm on Saturdays before December 25 with
surprise choral groups chiming in on the odd Sunday and weekdays. Kerrisdale
will be decked out with its usual array of potted spruce trees, red banners,
swags and white lights; 604-266-9875.
November 29 to December 31, 2003
Peak of Christmas: Sleigh bells are ringing,
choirs are singing. During the month of December, the spirit of Christmas
comes alive with a magical celebration and a multitude of festivities on
top of Grouse Mountain. Bring your family to Santa's Workshop and meet
live reindeer, or take a sleigh ride through our mystical alpine forest.
You can also experience the tranquil beauty of skating on our mountaintop
Ice Skating Pond, surrounded by snow-topped trees. Visit the Theatre in
the Sky to enjoy classic Christmas movies on our large high-definition
screen. Or listen to joyful Christmas carols sung by the enchanting voices
of Vancouver choirs. Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver; 604-984-0661.
November 29, 2003
ALDERGROVE FESTIVAL DAYS CHRISTMAS PARADE:
The parade commences along Fraser Highway in downtown Aldergrove at 4 pm.
For more information call 604-856-6229.
November 29, 2003
Flea Market at Confederation Centre:Here's
your chance to clean out your cupboards or to pick up a bargain! More than
50 tables of pre-loved items will be on display to comb through. This flea
market has an old and new Christmas theme. Please register at Confederation
Centre and choose your table (maximum of one table per person, plus one
table for a friend). Registration starts August 26, 2003 at 9:00am. $12.00/table
rental, free admission for buyers.
November 29, 2003
No Strings Attached: Flutes and French Horns!
Bassoons and Bass Trombones! Sinfonia presents music from the three OTHER
families of instruments -music for Winds, Brass and Percussion. With glorious
music for Brass from the Renaissance and Baroque eras by Bach, Gabrieli,
and Palestrina to the swirling Woodwinds in Dvorak's 'Serenade for Winds'
and Mozart's own arrangement of 'Overture to the Marriage of Figaro', music
of incredible beauty will pour from the Bells of the Brass and the Reeds
of the Winds that will be familiar, but presented by the instruments normally
found at the BACK of the stage! Centennial Theatre, North Vancouver, 604-984-4484.
November 29, 2003
The Romanian Community Centre presents the
3rd annual festival: Celebrate Romania’s National Day. The largest Romanian
cultural event in Canada, this year’s festival will feature artists from
BC and Romania and will showcase Romanian-Canadian businesses and Romanian
Art. Romanian Ambassadors and the Embassy will be in attendance to celebrate
this important occasion. Please join us and indulge in Romania’s rich history
and culture. Massey Theatre, New Westminster; 604-525-1114.
November 29, 2003
Winter Birding At Boundary Bay: Join other
birders and a park interpreter to witness Boundary Bay teeming with winter
waterfowl and raptors. Discover why this designated IBA (Important Bird
Area) has the highest density and diversity of wintering raptors in Canada.
$10.00/person; 604-432-6359.
November 29, 2003
Winter Celebration: Celebrate Surrey's cultural
diversity with the music, crafts, artifacts and stories of South Asian
festival of Diwali. Pre-register by calling 604-502-6456. $7.50 (5-12yrs).
Surrey Museum.
November 29, 2003
World Championship Kickboxing, Pacific Coliseum,
604-434-7777.
November 30 to December 30, 2003
Annual Nature Comes to Light, Richmond Nature
Park; 604-718-6188.
November 30, 2003
21st CENTURY FLEA MARKET at the Croatian
Cultural Centre; 604-925-3159.
November 30, 2003
Major Conrad Flapps: Major Flapps? Who's
that? He's a dashing, courageous aviator with a big red nose and an 8-foot-long
scarf. The world's only human airplane! But he can't seem to get off the
ground. As Flapp's unsuspecting flight crew, 'take off' with a delightful
blend of physical, acrobatic and musical comedy. An astonishing adventure
to take you to new heights! Suitable for ages 4 to 12. Centennial Theatre,
North Vancouver, 604-984-4484.
November 30, 2003
Vinok Worldance: Vinok Worldance is Canada's
foremost professional company presenting an international repertoire of
world folk dance and music. Vinok has produced eight different world dance
and music productions, 50 choreographies from 40 cultures and has performed
more than 750 times since its debut season in 1990; Shadbolt Centre for
the Arts, Shadbolt Centre for the Arts;
November until 1st Frost, 2003
Chrysanthemum Exhibition: The chrysanthemum
blooms in autumn and provides welcome, brilliant colour after many summer
flowers have vanished. Thank you to the Point Grey Chrysanthemum Club for
brightening our corridors. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese, 10:00am -
4:30pm. Closed Mondays.
Ongoing to November 16, 2003
Rumpelstiltskin's Cupboard: Interactive
Fairytale: The work of Cynthia Nugent and Kathryn E. Shoemaker is well
known to millions of followers. Both of these artists are making visual
portals into the great power of the mythos contained in the versatile fairy
tales. Nugent and Shoemaker add a level of personal "take" on each particular
myth. With Rumpelstiltskin's Cupboard each artist in her way masterfully
brings out the inner child in the inner adult. The children already know
almost all we are to discover. They are welcome to experience and play.
Burnaby Gallery at Ceperley House;
Ongoing until November 11, 2003
Upintheair Theatre Society and Presentation
House Theatre present Wedgie: WEDGIE is a whirlwind exploration of propaganda,
puberty, and the politics of revenge. Part fairy tale, part parable, part
cutting social satire, WEDGIE is a journey into the dark jungle of childhood
that speaks to the grown-up within the child in all of us. Presentation
House Theatre, North Vancouver;
Ongoing until November 29, 2003
Footlight Theatre presents Meet Me In St.
Louis: Footlight Theatre will open its 38th season this November with "Meet
Me in St. Louis" (the final "s" is pronounced!), a stage version of the
famed 1944 Vincente Minnelli film which starred Judy Garland. This adaptation
has been around for many years, restricted to semi-professional groups
only, before finally reaching Broadway in 1990. The famed trio of Hugh
Martin-Ralph Blaine songs ("The Boy Next Door", "The Trolley Song" and
"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas") are augmented with old favourites,
and combined with a story that includes family quarrels, shocking childhood
pranks, young love, a real-live trolley, and the anticipation of the opening
of the 1904 World's Fair, it all adds up to a memorable show. Shadbolt
Centre for the Arts, Burnaby; 604-205-3000.
Ongoing until November 29, 2003
LIVE 2003: Biennial of Performance Art :
LIVE 2003s theme, Performance Art and the Academy, focuses on performances
rocky road through the halls of academia. Through publications, artists
talks and panel discussions as well as performance presentations and exhibitions,
(most free) our aim is to increase the profile of performance internationally
and increase the participation of Canadian artists within this international
dialogue. Various venues in Vancouver; 604-875-9516.
Ongoing until November 8, 2003
Over The River And Through The Woods: Gateway
Theatre and Western Canada Theatre present Joe DiPietro's comedy about
a young Italian-American man whose two sets of grandparents conspire to
keep him from moving across the country to further his career. Gateway
Theatre, Richmond; 604-270-1812.
Ongoing until November 8, 2003
The Haunting of Hill House: North Vancouver
Community Players present Shirley Jackson's mystery-thriller about four
seekers spending the summer at a reputedly haunted mansion. Theatre at
Hendry Hall (815 E. 11th St., North Van.), 604-983-2633.
Ongoing until November 8, 2003
Touchstone Theatre presents: Unity 1918,
Governor General’s Award Winner for English Theatre, 2002, returns in its
stunning original production. Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 604-251-1363.
Ongoing from November 7, 2003
Jane Goodall's Wild Chimpanzees: Join us
for a giant screen journey into the hearts, minds and world of wild chimpanzees
with the world's most famous field researcher, Dr. Jane Goodall. The film
chronicles Dr. Goodall's more than 40 years of legendary work among the
chimps at Gombe Park on Lake Tanganyka in Africa. Viewers will be led by
Dr. Goodall, as well as the new generation of young researchers, into the
daily lives of the now famous Gombe chimp families; Fifi and sons Freud
and the turbulent alpha male Frodo, along with Gremlin, Gaia and the endearing
Galahad. Alcan OMNIMAX Theatre; 604-443-7440.
Ongoing until November 15, 2003
The Matka King: In a lyrical story that
pits human nature against love and chance, a landscape of betrayal and
redemption comes to life in the red-light district of Bombay, India. One
very powerful eunuch, Top Rani, operates an illicit lottery through his
brothel, and when a gambler who is deeply in debt makes an unexpected wager,
the stakes become life and death. Can a fortune-teller and a ten year-old
girl beat Top Rani at his own game? Arts Club Theatre, Granville Island;
604-687-1644.
Ongoing until November 16, 2003
Rumpelstiltskin's Cupboard: Interactive
Fairytale Art, The work of Cynthia Nugent and Kathryn E. Shoemaker is well
known to millions of followers. Both of these artists are making visual
portals into the great power of the mythos contained in the versatile fairy
tales. Nugent and Shoemaker add a level of personal "take" on each particular
myth. With Rumpelstiltskin's Cupboard each artist in her way masterfully
brings out the inner child in the inner adult. The children already know
almost all we are to discover. They are welcome to experience and play.
Burnaby Gallery at Ceperley House.
Ongoing from November 29, 2003
Delve beyond the grain in this compelling
collection of contemporary Northwest Coast First Nations artwork and discover
the deep-rooted traditions that mold each unique piece. Coastal Peoples
Fine Arts Gallery presents a group show of master works exhibiting the
rich range in form and style of our coastal communities including such
artists as Henry Green, Tim Paul, Norman Tait, Dale Campbell, Susan Point
and Chuck Heit. Coastal Peoples Fine Arts, 1024 Mainland St., Vancouver,
604-685-9298.
Ongoing until December 19, 2003
The Night of the Martians: 40-minute program
explores our ongoing fascination with the Red Planet. H.R. MacMillan Space
Centre;
Ongoing until January 4, 2004
Brewed In Bellingham: Take a photographic
journey through the taverns and breweries of early Bellingham. The 1905-06
Polk directory listed 62 saloons in the newly incorporated city. Rising
above them all, the Bellingham Bay Brewery was touted as "the finest brewery
west of Chicago." This series of historical images depicts the many businesses
and their proprietors. Whatcom Museum, Bellingham, Washington; 360-676-6981.
Ongoing until March 27, 2004
Cultural Traditions in Surrey: The Surrey
Museum is planning a new exhibition and programs about the cultural traditions
of Surrey, with a focus on clothing, textiles and crafts. The theme will
incorporate elements which reflect the people, places, history, stories
and techniques associated with the materials that are to be presented.
The museum is looking for participation from citizens in the multicultural
community who have a deep interest and knowledge in the theme of the exhibit,
and would like to be involved in its planning. For more information, all
Lana Panko, curator, at 604-502-6461.
Ongoing
Communication: Explore the similarities
and confusing differences between languages. Use a fiber optics to watch
a video. Adjust a satellite dish to send and catch your own image, and
control a computer with the loudness of your voice. These and other hands-on
experiences will help you better understand today's information society.
Science World, Vancouver; 604-443-7440.
Ongoing
100 year Anniversary of Flight Program:
With an emphasis on Canadian innovation and aviation technology, follow
the history of flight from early Greek legend to the Wright brothers and
beyond. H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver; 604-738-7827.
Ongoing
Ghosts of the Abyss 3D: Academy Award winning
director and master storyteller James Cameron journeys back to the site
of his greatest inspiration - the legendary wreck of the Titanic. Using
state-of-the-art technology, Cameron and his crew are able to explore virtually
all of the wreckage, inside and out, as never before. At the CN Imax at
Canada Place; 604-682-4629.
Ongoing
India: Kingdom of the Tiger: Journey across
India, a breathtaking land shaped by a myriad of cultures, customs and
traditions. Inspired by the writings and experiences of Jum Corbett, a
pioneer of Indian wildlife conservation. A glorious tribute to this magnificent
land, and to its greatest ambassador - the mighty Bengal Tiger. At the
CN IMAX at Canada Place, 604-682-IMAX.
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