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Winter Wander 2014

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Not only does Vanier Park offer one of the best views of downtown Vancouver and the local mountains, it’s also home to some incredibly valuable attractions and cultural institutions. This Saturday, February 1st you can explore the best of this Kitsilano corner during Winter Wander 2014. Winter Wander 2014 The six cultural institutions of Vanier […]

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Red Mitten Weekend at BC Sports Hall of Fame

by Rebecca Bollwitt

I’m a big fan of Vancouver’s museums and galleries, including the BC Sports Hall of Fame which is located right at BC Place. From February 8th until February 10th they’ll be celebrating Family Day in BC along with the 4th anniversary of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games. Red Mitten Weekend at BC Sports Hall of […]

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Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi Hosts in Langley

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The popular hosts of Punjabi Hockey Night in Canada will make a public appearance in Langley on January 26th. Hosted by Preston Chevrolet, announcers Harnarayan Singh, Bhola Chauhan and Inderpreet Cumo will participate in hockey-themed activities and you can bring the whole family to join the fun. When: Sunday, January 26, 2014 from 1:00pm to […]

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Kaboodles Toy Store Giveaway

Comments 145 by Rebecca Bollwitt

There’s something incredibly charming about a neighbourhood toy store and since 1980, Kaboodles Toy Store has been the local toy experts in Metro Vancouver, carrying anything from “traditional toys to the downright zany!” Lee Richmond, who owns a chain of four neighborhood toy stores, Kaboodles, has been a Vancouver institution for over 30 years. A […]

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Robson Square Ice Rink Events: 12 Days of Christmas and Miss604 Night

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Robson Square ice rink in the heart of downtown Vancouver is your hub for holiday-themed events this season. Starting tonight, they’ll host live music and performances to add to your skating experience and I have a very special announcement for the New Year as well. Photo credit: BC Gov Photos – Submitted to the […]

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VanDusen Festival of Lights

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The VanDusen Festival of Lights opened this week adding even more beauty to Vancouver’s stunning botanical gardens. Photo credit: TOTORORO.RORO on Flickr VanDusen Festival of Lights Until January 4, 2014 enjoy this magical experience with the whole family as you explore over a million twinkling lights between 4:30pm and 9:00pm daily (closed Christmas Day, December […]

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Heritage Holiday at Fort Langley Christmas Events

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Fort Langley is a lovely area to visit at any time of year — for antiques, festivals, and historic attractions — and this season is no exception. Visit the Fort Langley National Historic Site and spend some time in Fort Langley Village to enjoy activities and local shopping. Photo credit: AntonTeterine on Flickr Fort Langley […]

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Grouse Mountain Peak of Christmas

Comments 140 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Grouse Mountain is the Peak of Christmas in Vancouver with mountain-top ice skating, skiing, Santa’s reindeer and other snowy adventures with sweeping views high above the city. Photo credit: mountainhiker on Flickr A fire crackling in the outdoor pit, the scraping of skate blades on the ice, fresh powder falling from the sky, and the […]

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Ice Skating on a Farm in Surrey

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Ice skating at Fry’s Corner in Surrey was something we looked forward to as kids as soon as it turned cold. Decades later, those who run God’s Little Acre farm in Surrey have taken it upon themselves to rekindle those magical memories on their own piece of land, flooding their field for a cause. Photo […]

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Holiday Festival on Ice at Langley Events Centre

Comments 58 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Langley Events Centre is hosting a Holiday Festival on Ice on December 6th with some of the world’s best figure skaters and Canadian jazz singer Holly Cole. This festive, musical celebration will take place the Langley Events Centre (7888 – 200th St) on Friday, December 6, 2013 at 7:00pm. Tickets are available now through Ticketmaster […]

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