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Got Craft Holiday Edition: Win a Prize Pack

Comments 186 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Vancouver’s largest indie craft market is back and in a new location on a North Shore! Got Craft? Holiday Edition takes place December 12-13, 2015 at The Pipe Shop Building in North Vancouver. Browse and shop with over 80 makers and indie craft designers showcasing organic bath and body products, accessories, home décor items, toys, […]

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Black Friday Deals at Best Buy

by Rebecca Bollwitt

It was the calm after the storm today at Best Buy in Downtown Vancouver as John and I skipped the crowds on Black Friday but still took advantage of some amazing deals on Saturday. We met up with Calvin, who was our personal shopping assistant, and told him some of our wish-list items, gift ideas, […]

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The Holidays at Highstreet in Abbotsford

by Rebecca Bollwitt

One afternoon, after attending a show at the TRADEX in Abbotsford that left me inspired with gift ideas for the holidays, I got in my car and started writing out a shopping list on my phone. As the list grew in my notepad app, I decided to look up the closest stores that would carry […]

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42nd Annual Circle Craft Christmas Market

Comments 93 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The very popular Circle Craft Christmas Market returns this month to kick off the holiday season in style with hundreds of gifts, decorations, snacks, and seasonal inspirations. ~~~~ CLICK HERE TO WIN TICKETS TO THE 2016 CHRISTMAS MARKET ~~~~~ What: Circle Craft Christmas Market Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West When: November 11th until November 15th, […]

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The New Hudson’s Bay Athletic Shop

Comments 243 by Rebecca Bollwitt

A 10,000 square foot athletic shop has opened up in Downtown Vancouver, for both men and women who are on the go in our active city. Located in Hudson’s Bay, this is a new one-stop destination for athletic and outdoor apparel and footwear with a focus on running, biking, yoga, hiking and golf. Photo credit: […]

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Nordstrom Vancouver Opening Events

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Nordstrom is coming to Vancouver, opening up at Pacific Centre with entrances off Robson and Granville streets, and they want you to get to know a bit about who they are and what they offer. Officially opening Friday, September 18, 2015 at 10:00am, the fashion specialty retailer is hosting a series of events, with many […]

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Etsy Made in Canada Marketplace at Robson Square

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Shop 78 Vancouver-based Etsy sellers at a pop-up marketplace at Robson Square this September. For the second year, UBC Robson Square welcomes the Etsy Made in Canada Marketplace as a part of Etsy’s 33 Canadian city market tour, bringing together local sellers and their communities in celebration of the country’s maker movement. What: Etsy Made […]

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We Heart Local Awards 2015

Comments 88 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Get ready to show your favourite local food producer a little love: it’s time for the third annual We Heart Local Awards! For the last three years, these people’s choice awards has highlighted the most popular food and agriculture businesses and organizations across the province. Your vote helps support the local economy, spread the word […]

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Metropolis LIGHTROOM

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Metropolis at Metrotown is celebrating the International Year of Light with an exciting digital and visual experiential event. Inspired by artist Yayoi Kusama’s mirrored infinity room and the Social Soul experience at the 2014 TED Conference, the LIGHTROOM is a unique and artistic installation comprised of a 60 second walk-through experience tied to social media. […]

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