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Free Outdoor Movies at Canada Place

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Enjoy free movies in Downtown Vancouver as Fresh Air Cinema brings their big screen to the North Point of Canada Place on Thursday nights in July and August. Free Outdoor Movies at Canada Place In line with the Canada Place mission to provide inspirationally Canadian experiences, each film will feature great Canadian talent. Thursday, July […]

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Canada Day Fireworks Vancouver, New Westminster, Surrey, White Rock

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Fireworks displays are always popular in the summer and when you have a dazzling show in the sky, following a full day of Canada Day activities, it makes a night out that much more magical. Photo credit: Rikki / Julius Reque on Flickr Canada Day Fireworks Surrey The City of Surrey’s Canada Day in Cloverdale […]

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Whalley’s Corner Festival 2015

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Surrey Doors Open is happening on Saturday with dozens of local organizations, recreation centres, cultural institutions, and businesses opening their doors for free for public tours. In the heart of Downtown Surrey, the Whalley’s Corner Community Festival will be one of the free shuttle bus stops available during Surrey Doors Open. Whalley’s Corner Festival On […]

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Synchronicity Festival in Gibsons

by Rebecca Bollwitt

This summer I have the enviable task of sharing adventures and writing about some of the Sunshine Coast’s many festivals through a partnership with FestivalSeekers. Once I’ve published my story for them, I’ll be posting an accompanying photo collage on Miss604. Follow all of these stories through my Sunshine Coast tag. Synchronicity Festival in Gibsons […]

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Stanley Park Summer Day Camps for Kids

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Stanley Park Ecology Society (“SPES”) is piloting Summer Day Camps for 7 to 9 year olds this July and August in Stanley Park. Stanley Park Summer Day Camps for Kids The Day Camps will run Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm, rain or shine, and will also offer Camp Care from 4:30pm to […]

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10 Father’s Day Events in Vancouver

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For Father’s Day in Vancouver there are fewer brunches and teas like Mother’s Day, but there are still of activities and events around the city that the whole family can enjoy. 10 Father’s Day Events in Vancouver 10. No Driving at Car Free Day on Commercial Drive, around Kitsilano, and on Main Street. 9. Playing […]

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Strike Out Heart Disease Celebrity Game at Nat Bailey

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Vancouver Canadians have invited local media personalities (myself included) to step up to the plate at Nat Bailey Stadium on June 24th for the annual Strike Out Heart Disease Celebrity Softball Game. We’ll play in a six-inning ball game at this historic stadium in support of the St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation. I’d like to […]

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National Aboriginal Day in Vancouver

by Rebecca Bollwitt

National Aboriginal Day is being celebrated at Canada Place on Saturday, June 20, 2015 with the North Point hosting music, dance, and stories from 11:00am to 5:00pm. National Aboriginal Day in Vancouver The event will provide opportunities for guest of all ages to engage with and learn more about Aboriginal culture and will feature a […]

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Kitsilano Showboat Summer 2015

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Kitsilano Showboat has begins its 80th season of free entertainment in Vancouver, running every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from June 22nd until August 15th. Since 1935 this summer staple has featured musical acts, plays, and dancers all near the pool at Kitsilano Beach. Kitsilano Showboat Summer 2015 Photo credit: kpwerker on Flickr Flamenco, […]

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Win a Sea to Sky Gondola Summer Solstice Experience

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Ring in a new season surrounded by mountains and overlooking beautiful Howe Sound as the Sea to Sky Gondola hosts its second annual Summer Solstice Celebration. Photo credit: Ann Hung on Flickr On Friday, June 19th the gondola is kicking off its weekend Sunset Music Series with they’ve put together an impressive music lineup featuring […]

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