Archive for May, 2012

Jessie Awards 2012: Nominations

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The nominations are in for the 30th Annual Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards which will take place on Monday, June 25, 2012 at the Commodore Ballroom. More than 120 individuals nominated performers and theatre companies in 25 different categories who all represent outstanding theatre in Vancouver. Leading the pack of nominations is The Arts Club Theatre […]

Brunch at Reflections in the Rosewood Hotel Georgia

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Disclosure: Review — Our brunch was compliments of Reflections at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia. I was not paid to write this post or provide a review for the contest portion. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

The Rosewood Hotel Georgia‘s inner courtyard dining lounge, Reflections, offered its first brunch service this past weekend. Located on the 4th floor of the hotel, it’s perched between city towers and surrounded by a flowing stream. A rushing waterwall drowns out city sounds and smooth lounge music echoes from under the glass canopy. John and […]

The Urban Tea Merchant

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Disclosure: Review — My tea service was compliments of Urban Tea Merchant. I was not paid to write this post, nor was coverage expected. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

The Urban Tea Merchant is a take-out cafe, retail store, tea sampling salon, and tea room all in one. Located between Alberni and Georgia streets, this one-stop tea shop exclusively offers luxury TWG teas and tea-infused treats. The Urban Tea Merchant is a family-owned business with all members being very active in every facet of […]

Cures for Kids Making Magic Show 2012

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Cures for Kids presents their 3rd annual Making Magic Show on Sunday, June 3, 2012 at the River Rock in partnership with Boston Pizza and the Boston Pizza Foundation. The festivities start at 1:30pm as families and children of all ages enjoy carnival treats, an interactive learning centre, a dress-up photobooth, face painting, and the […]

Fair in the Square 2012 at Victory Square Park

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The 6th annual Fair in the Square at Victory Square Park in downtown Vancouver will take place next Sunday, May 27, 2012. This day-long community celebration is free to attend and will have a BBQ lunch, music, community groups, and more. Photo credit: [travelfox] on Flickr Hosted by Central City Foundation and Vancouver Community College […]