Monthly Archives: August 2006

Tool at GM place Review

Erich Saide photo. Tool at GM Place Review The stage was set up with a 2-3 meter high white wall that made the musicians look huge compared to the backdrop, they had a few projectors creating some pretty trippy visuals on the wall, it more and more intense with each passing song. Adam Jones was [...]

DEEP COVE DAZE 2006

DEEP COVE DAZE 2006 Fun fiiled day for all ages! Vancity Festival Mainstage presents great local music all day. Acts such as Deep Cove Swing Band, Fera, Lotus and our 2006 headliner CARMEN & CAMILLE For kids we have Midway with rides, cotton candy, mini doughnuts, ice cream, and much much more. Our Side Stage [...]

Portobello West Fashion and Art Market

Portobello West Fashion and Art Market Inspired by the famous artisan markets of London, Portobello West showcases up to 100 local clothing designers, jewelers, potters and artisans. Free to the public, Portobello West creates a new shopping experience by bringing together a variety of designers and artists. It provides a place for individuals to support [...]

5th Annual BURNABY LAKE ANTIQUES FAIR

5th Annual BURNABY LAKE ANTIQUES FAIR Over 250 tables and booths of Antiques & Collectibles under one roof! Antique & estate jewelry, period furnishings, portcards & memorabilia, country collectibles, sterling & silverplate, vintage kitchenalia, decorative art pottery & glass, antiquarian books, mid-century Modernist design, handmade linens & lace, shabby chic decor, old dolls & toys, [...]

City Square Heritage Walks

City Square Heritage Walks Highlighting Vancouver’s history: Led by local author and heritage expert, John Atkin, these unique tours showcase the rich heritage of surrounding areas. The tour starts from City Square’ Food Court at 10am and lasts about two hours. August 26th: Fairview Slopes – On this walk see how in an area of [...]

HO-HAI-YAN TAIWANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL

HO-HAI-YAN TAIWANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL TAIWANESE CANADIAN CULTURAL SOCIETY The Taiwanese Cultural Festival returns to celebrate Taiwan’s traditional, aboriginal and modern culture in Vancouver! As a five-time CEIA Best Cultural Event winner, TCF will have outstanding arts and craft exhibitions, excellent food fairs and markets, and vibrantly entertaining performances. Dragon boats races will thrill the audience, [...]

2006 DESTINATION FUNNY SHORT FILM CONTEST

2006 DESTINATION FUNNY SHORT FILM CONTEST www.vancouvercomedyfest.com The Vancouver Comedy Festival Society and Destination Funny Entertainment with the UBC Film Society are pleased to announce the first annual “DESTINATION FUNNY SHORTS” short film competition to coincide with the 2006 Canwest Comedyfest presented by RE/MAX. September 18-24th, 2006. www.destinationfunny.com. Nominated shorts films will be screened and [...]

Summer Addiction Beach Party

Summer Addiction Beach Party August 30 will be an introduction to a new series: Summer Addiction. This month we start with a Beach Party that will set a new mark with amazing decorations. With sand, tiki huts, palm trees, surf boards, a special VIP Raft Lounge and more, you will be left feeling as though [...]

Larch Market

LARCH MARKET A community bazaar Enjoy the local flavour of a small (and incresingly rare) yuppie-free section of Kitsilano this Saturday. Artists, musicians, students and chefs will be displaying a variety of treasures – books, records, clothing, antiques, and more. Come early and chill out on the lawn, enjoy some good music, bask in the [...]

Vancouver Zombie Walk

Saturday, August 19 – starts 4pm from the VAG (Vancouver Art Gallery) and 5pm from 15th and Sophia (near Main St). (a month away, so you have plenty of time to plan to be there!) The walk will start in two-stages as follows: All non-lazy zombies (or “super zombies”) are invited to gather on or [...]

The fair at the PNE!

The 2006 Fair at the PNE is bigger and better than ever – with more new entertainment programming than in any other year! Along with the many new and exciting features like the PNE Sport Town Heroes Celebration Parade, Family Theatre shows, and the Home Depot Home Improvement Showcase are Fair favourites like the Iams [...]

Parks – Scavenger Hunt

Spend a day in any park in BC and see how many of our scavenger list items you and your team can find. Check them off and send in your entry form by August 15 and your team will be entered in a draw to win a $250 gift certificate from Mountain Equipment Co-op and [...]

Red Bull Flugtag Vancouver

What is Flugtag The first Flugtag took place in Austria in 1991. Since then, the dream of flying hand-made machines into unsuspecting bodies of water has spread like wildfire. From Ireland to San Francisco, inspired pilots have come out of the woodwork to construct their own outrageous craft. And while the flights have never been [...]

28th Annual Vancouver Pride Parade

The Vancouver Pride Society & Vancity Present the 28th annual Vancouver Pride Parade starting at Denman and Robson Streets. Join us in bringing together the dynamic people and cultures of the city! For the 28th year, we invite you to come out and celebrate the vibrant life and diversity of the Vancouver queer community, Vancouver’s [...]