The jovial A-Maze-Ing Laughter statues in Morten Park by Chinese artist Yue Minjun have brought smiles to the faces of locals and visitors for the last few years. As a part of the Vancouver Biennale public art exhibition, time is running out on these painted bronze figures at English Bay. That is, unless the Park […]

The Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company announced today that it will be closing its curtains for the very last time on Saturday night after a final production of Hunchback. From The Vancouver Sun: The announcement was made Friday by the board chair, who said the decision was made at 4 a.m. after an emergency board meeting. […]

Spring Break kicks off in just a few hours around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley and there is no shortage of activities and events lined up for kids and families. The Burnaby Village Museum is hosting a puppet scavenger hunt and other activities from March 19th until March 25th, 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Photo credit: […]

It was on March 10th 1870 the settlement know locally as Gastown was given its official name: Granville Townsite. Lord Granville was the Colonial Secretary at the time and the Granville Townsite was selected as the terminus for the Canadian Pacific Railway. It wasn’t until 1886 that the townsite was renamed, when it incorporated, as […]

Surrey’s Party for the Planet is BC’s largest Earth Day celebration, happening April 27th to 28th, 2012 at the Central City Plaza. Combining earth-friendly activities, exhibits, and entertainment, the two-day festival is free for the whole family. Entertainment The Friday night lineup will aim to inspire youth with interactive and eco-conscious exhibits topped with musical […]