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Fort Langley Cranberry Festival

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The highly-anticipated Fort Langley Cranberry Festival is coming up on Saturday, October 11, 2014 from 10:00am to 4:00pm in the heart of the Village of Fort Langley. Presented by the Fort Langley BIA, this free festival will have a pancake breakfast, food trucks, entertainment, kids’ play areas, unique vendors, participation from local shops and studios, […]

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Doors Open Vancouver

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Vancouver is hosting its first Doors Open event on Saturday, October 4th, allowing the public free access to over 20 local attractions and iconic buildings. Surrey and Richmond both hosted Doors Open events this summer. “Doors Open is a chance for people to connect with the important and interesting work that is done all over […]

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BC Sports Hall of Fame: Banquet of Champions Live Blog

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The BC Sports Hall of Fame is inducting its Class of 2014 tonight at the 46th Annual Banquet of Champions, live from the Vancouver Convention Centre. On top of the induction ceremony and a dinner, guests tonight can participate in a live auction with prizes from River Rock Casino Resort, the 102nd Grey cup, the […]

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Savour Life at Canuck Place’s 10th Annual Gift of Time Gala

by Guest Author

Canuck Place Children’s Hospice will celebrate the 10th annual Gift of Time Gala presented by TELUS on Saturday, September 27th at the Westin Bayshore. The event has raised over $6 million dollars for critical care for province wide programs provided by Canuck Place to children with life-threatening illnesses and the families who love them. The […]

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Win a Word Vancouver Prize Pack

Comments 26 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The 20th Word Vancouver takes place this week, featuring readings, writing workshops, musical entertainment, and more. Since this celebration of all things reading and writing is also a part Culture Days, all events and activities are free! Word Vancouver Enjoy and participate in festival activities at various venues around Vancouver. Celebrating Canadian literary talents, you […]

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Peninsula Community Foundation Vintage Affair

Comments 37 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Peninsula Community Foundation will host its 22nd “Vintage Affair” fundraising gala on October 23rd to benefit KidSport Surrey, Semiahmoo House Society and Sources Food Bank Resource Centre. What: Peninsula Community Foundation Vintage Affair presented by Envision Financial. When: Thursday October 23rd from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Where: Hazelmere Golf and Country Club at 18150 8th […]

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Thrill The World Surrey Thriller Dance

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Thrill the World, the annual zombie dance that takes place in cities around the world on the same day, has broken records for the most number of people simultaneously dancing to Michael Jackson’s Thriller — and it’s coming to Surrey. Previously only in Vancouver, the new Surrey event will happen on the same day but […]

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Canuck Place Gift of Time Gala 2014

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Canuck Place is hosting their sold out Gift of Time Gala on September 27th. This is the 10th annual Gift of Time Gala, bringing together community supporters, families, businesses, and friends for a black tie reception and dinner all for an amazing cause. What: Gift of Time Gala When: Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 5:30pm […]

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Slurpee Name Your Price Day for Food Banks in Canada

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

If you thought July 11th (7-Eleven Day) was awesome because it’s the annual Free Slurpee Day then this will make you even more happy. On Friday, September 19th 7-Eleven stores across Canada are hosting Slurpee Name Your Price Day where 100% of proceeds will go to Food Banks in Canada. Customers will have the option […]

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We Day Vancouver 2014 Lineup Announced

by Rebecca Bollwitt

We Day Vancouver will take over Rogers Arena on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 as 18,000 youth from across the province enjoy a full day of inspiration and celebration as a reward for work they have done in their community over the last year. We Day gathers thousands of motivated youth who care about, and have […]

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