Minter Gardens Photowalk

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesOn the way back from Harrison Hot Springs Resort earlier this week my friend and I took a quick detour before hopping back on Highway 1. Coming from Agassiz, we turned right at the roundabout on Highway 9 (Agassiz-Rosedale Highway) and stopped into Minter Gardens for lunch at the Envision Garden Cafe. Prior to heading […]

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Theatre Thursday: Theatre for Living – Headlines Theatre

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesI am proud to once again be the Social Media Sponsor of the Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards (the Jessies) and as such, I am featuring a local theatre company every Thursday. The Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards are an annual awards ceremony and party produced by the Jessie Richardson Theatre Award Society to celebrate and promote […]

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Playland Family Pass Giveaway

Comments 187 by Rebecca Bollwitt

187sharesPlayland was once known at Happyland when it was part of the Vancouver Exhibition almost 100 years ago. Since that time, it has brought smiles and laughter to millions through midway games, attractions, and rides. It’s now open for the season with two new rides along with family favourites. 1929: Entrance gate to Happyland on […]

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Vancouver Outdoor Pools Open for 2013

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

1shareVancouver’s outdoor pools open this weekend for the season, serving up refreshing summer fun and swimming lessons in our communities. The best part about Vancouver Park Board outdoor pools is that they are heated and they have one-of-a-kind seaside locations. Photo credit: colink. on Flickr Opening Saturday, May 18, 2013: Kitsilano Pool; Second Beach Pool […]

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Fair in the Square 2013

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesVictory Square Park will be the site of a free, family-friendly community festival as it Central City Foundation hosts Fair in the Square next weekend. Celebrate your neighbours in the inner city, from dozens of social enterprises, artists and community organizations to terrific local bands and musical artists, who will donate their talents to entertain […]

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