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Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

21sharesThere is a statue in Coal Harbour’s Devonian Harbour Park that is often called the “Flower Lady” as it depicts woman sitting down and there are often fresh-cut flowers in her hands or in her hair. Upon close inspection, you’ll see she is actually looking for something in her purse hence the name of the […]

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Hats Off Day 2013: Photos

Comments 5 by Rebecca Bollwitt

5sharesThe businesses along Burnaby Heights celebrated Hats Off Day on Saturday, June 1st by serving up some of their signature dishes, hosting face painting and activities, and offering special deals to the tens of thousands of participants that took to Hastings for the festivities. From Boundary Road to Gamma, the street was car-free but filled […]

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BC Children’s Hospital Miracle Weekend: History

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesToday I’ll be at the BC Children’s Hospital (“BCCHF”) Miracle Weekend broadcast as this annual two-day celebration showcases patients, their families, caregivers and supporters who come from every corner of BC. The Miracle Weekend has been raising funds to support the urgent needs of the BCCHF since 1988 but I thought I would share a […]

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June Events in Metro Vancouver 2013

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

6sharesSummer will begin on June 21st and the month is already full of events, performances, and festivals that will get you out and about around town. The following events have been submitted by readers over the last few weeks and as usual, this list will be updated several times each week so be sure to […]

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Barney Bentall & The Legendary Hearts 25th Anniversary Concert

Comments 22 by Rebecca Bollwitt

22sharesBarney Bentall & The Legendary Hearts are celebrating their 25th anniversary with a live performance at the Commodore this month. Singer-songwriter Barney Bentall is reuniting with The Legendary Hearts (Colin Nairne, Jack Guppy, Michael Crozier, David Reimer) his roots/blues/rock band that has won Juno Awards, gone platinum with their records, and provided the soundtrack for […]

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