It’s so nice to come home to a warm, illuminated house on a cold and dark autumn day. Ever since John and I purchased smart home technology at Best Buy last Christmas we’ve been loving these automated comforts. Lights that turn on when it gets dark out, and a learning thermostat that knows when we’ll […]

Fan Expo Vancouver is returning, this time with a fall date and a long weekend lineup packed with talent. Fans of all ages are invited to attend Vancouver’s largest pop culture celebration as the highly anticipated phenomenon mixes comic, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming genres November 11-13, 2016. Fan Expo Vancouver Where: Vancouver Convention Centre […]

I seriously envy young couples in Surrey and Langley in this day and age, with great date night and dine out options available like the impressive new S+L Kitchen & Bar. In my early twenties, most of the date night options in my hometown suburb would have been a pub (with pull tabs), or the […]

Join in on one of the most unique beer tasting events around as Hot Glass Cold Beer brings together 9 local breweries, hot glassblowing demonstrations, music by DJ Darkcloud, food trucks, and a Halloween costume contest at Terminal City Glass Co-Op. Hot Glass Cold Beer Where: Terminal City Glass Co-Op (“TCGC”) 1191 Parker St, Vancouver […]

The 3rd annual Chefs’ Charity Dinner, a fundraiser for the Dan Snook Trust Foundation (Dan’s Legacy), is coming up October 27th. Chef Sean Cousins, along with four other top chefs in Vancouver, will create a menu of culinary masterpieces guaranteed to delight the senses. The evening begins with a selection of cocktails and canapés followed […]

Fall is the perfect time to refresh your home decor, as temperatures dip and we cozy up for the season. The Vancouver Home and Design Show has handpicked the industry’s top experts to offer up useful, real-world advice for every home, from top celebrity guests and homegrown Vancouver talent alike. Join the fun and get […]

The Virtual Stage presents the fifth annual production of its acclaimed Zombie Syndrome interactive theatre-adventure series, The Zombie Syndrome: Dead In The Water, from October 4th to 31, 2016 on Granville Island. The Zombie Syndrome This year, audience members will be challenged to travel by land and sea, brave the elements, and defeat a strange […]

Fright Nights at Playland return October 7th to 31st this year, with 7 haunted houses, 2 live shows, and 15 chilling rides — along with 90 monsters roaming the grounds to help you savour your terrifying experience. This adults-only experience will feature Canada’s most extreme pendulum ride, The Beast, alongside favorites like Pirate Ship, Hell’s […]

The Cultch presents Motherload, a dark comedy about contemporary parenting that is returning to the stage after a wildly successful run in 2015. Motherload at The Cultch When: October 4-15, 2016 Preview: October 4, 8:00pm Opening Night: October 5, 8:00pm Performance Times: October 6-8 & 11-15, 8:00pm Matinees: October 9 & 15, 2:00pm Enjoy a […]

TREND Vancouver is coming up in October, fusing boutique shopping with networking and business opportunities, designed with the modern woman in mind. The event offers a unique collaboration between 35 selected vendors from across the west coast, paired with community leaders and mentorship services. Photography Credit: The Collective You | Hair + Makeup + Styling: […]