Gender inequities contribute to a bias in content and language leading to erasure of knowledge and history. You can help increase the representation of women and non-binary artists on WIkipedia during the next Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon in Surrey hosted by the Surrey Art Gallery and Rungh Magazine.
Participants at a Surrey Art Gallery Wikpedia Edit-a-thon in 2019. Photo by Pardeep Singh
Art and Feminism Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon at Surrey Art Gallery
When: April 19, 2023 from 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: Surrey Art Gallery, 13750 88 Ave
Registration: Free
Art + Feminism is an international initiative building a community of activists committed to closing information gaps in gender and the arts starting with Wikipedia. For more than 10 years, everyone of all genders identities and expressions are welcome to attend or organize events to edit Wikipedia.
Learn how to research, create a user account, publish Wikipedia pages, edit, and maintain entries. You are welcome to come with ideas for entries that need updating or creating. Pre-researched artists and artworks from the Gallery’s permanent collection will also be available for entry.
No prior knowledge or practice of editing Wikipedia is required. However, to create new entries, participants must be registered Wikipedia users and have made ten previous edits on existing pages.
Rungh Magazine is a Canadian multidisciplinary space for creative explorations, featuring work by Indigenous, Black, and people of colour artists. Consisting of a magazine, programming, archive, advocacy and more, Rungh is committed to Canada-wide conversations by and about people of colour. Rungh questions and challenges ideas about diversity in the Canadian cultural landscape.
The first Portobello West Market of the year is here! Happening April 22-23 at the Roundhouse in Yaletown, you can shop fabulous finds from a curated selection of over 65 local BC vendors of quality handmade family fashion, jewelry, art, home decor, skincare, pet accessories, gourmet treats, wine and spirits, and more. Plus, I have partnered with the Portobello Spring Market to offer up two $100 shopping sprees!
Portobello West Market at the Roundhouse – Photo by @david_lloyd_edwards David Lloyd Edwards
Portobello West Spring Market 2023
When: Saturday April 22 & Sunday, April 23, 2023 from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Where: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre (181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver)
Support local and shop safely from the curated selection of vendors. Meet vendors that produce quality and handmade family fashion, jewelry, art, home decor, and skincare. Enjoy offerings from local food trucks just outside the main exhibition hall all day as well including: Crack On, Mr. Taco, Planted Love, and Tornado Truck.
We have two $100 shopping sprees to give away. To enter to win, simply follow @Miss604and@PortobelloWest on Instagram. Get a bonus entry if you share this photo in your Instagram stories and tag us both as well:
Two winners will be drawn at random on April 20, 2023 at 12:00pm. The winner must be able to attend in person, and the prize is non-transferrable. The $100 must be used/spent on either April 22 or April 23 exclusively. Good luck!
UPDATE: The winners are Johanna Newman and Cressida Buckberry!
For over 15 years, Portobello West has sought and presented top-notch emerging and established BC local talent. Featuring up to 90-local artists, designers and producers at a time, Portobello West’s seasonal markets offer up a curated selection of locally designed fashion, jewelry, art, home decor, skincare, gourmet treats, wine and spirits, and more. Portobello West’s nonprofit mandate is to foster support and a sense of community for local creatives living and working here.
Miss604 is a proud sponsor of the Portobello West Spring Market
From the sweet scent of flowers to the serene tranquility of nature, gardens offer a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. We’re fortunate to have a wide variety of these beautiful spaces in our region and while it was hard to just pick a handful, here are 10 gardens to visit in Vancouver this season:
Stanley Park Rose Garden – Miss604 Photo
10 Gardens to Visit in Vancouver
All admission prices for these gardens in Metro Vancouver are those available online at time of publishing. Prices posted by the venues online or in person are always deemed as correct.
The Glades Woodland Garden
Where: 457 172 St (Surrey)
Details: 5 acres of historic gardens. The Glades features rare plants, including over 3500 mature rhododendrons, azaleas, and companion plants. Some of the rhododendrons are more than 6 metres tall, and are ablaze in colour in the spring. Admission is $7 for adults and youth, free admission to children 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased online.
Darts Hill Garden Park
Where: 16th Avenue and 170th Street (Surrey)
Details: Darts Hill was donated in 1994 to the residents of Surrey by Francisca and Edwin Darts who wanted to make learning about horticulture and enjoying their garden accessible to those in their community.The park features 7.5 acres of historic gardens and facilities with an additional 7 acres to explore. Darts Hill features varieties of local and exotic plants. Admission is by donation onsite, free admission to Garden Members and children 12 and under.
VanDusen Botanical Gardens
Where: 5251 Oak St (Vancouver)
Details:VanDusen Botanical Gardens is a 55 acre oasis featuring thousands of different plant species from all around the world. Explore through and Elizabethan hedge maze, sit down in the Cafe or Restaurant onsite for food and beverages, and more. Admission for the Spring/Summer season ranges from $8.30 for seniors, $12.30 for adults, $6.15 for kids ages 5-12, free for those under 5. Full list of pricing is available online.
Nitobe Memorial Garden
Where: 1895 Lower Mall (Vancouver)
Details: Considered one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan, Nitobe Memorial Garden at UBC was created as a memorial to Dr. Nitobe. The garden acts as a bridge connecting cultures as visitors from around the world meet and learn about each other and Japanese culture. Trees native to BC and Japan, carpets of soft moss, bridges across koi ponds, stone paths crossing waterfalls, and more welcome visitors. Admission can be purchased online.
Nigella damascena. UBC Botanical Garden photo
UBC Botanical Garden
Where: 6804 SW Marine Dr (Vancouver)
Details: A place for visitors to learn and explore about both native and foreign plants. Walk through and learn about a variety of plants in the BC Rainforest Garden, Food Garden, Carolinian Forest Garden, and far more in different designated collections of species from across the globe. Admission can be purchased online.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Where: 578 Carral Street (Vancouver)
Details: A classical Chinese Garden and museum, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden is a Ming Dynasty-style garden home and the first of its kind outside of China. Walk along the winding paths and take in the views of the rock formations and plants around the garden. Admission for Adults is $16, $13 for seniors, and $12 for students; tickets may be purchased online.
Shakespeare & Rose Garden in Stanley Park
Where: Located in Stanley Park on the Northwest side of Pipeline Road
Details: Discover poems plastered to a home of around 45 diverse trees planted in harmony in the Shakespeare Garden. These trees have all been mentioned in Shakespeare’s plays and poems and are planted here in his honour. Nearby is the Stanley Park Rose Garden which is composed of over 3,500 rose bushes. The bushes climb and crawl up the support of an arbour.
Queen Elizabeth Park
Where: 4600 Cambie St (Vancouver)
Details: A perfect spot for picnics in the park, Queen Elizabeth Park is the highest point in the City of Vancouver which makes it the perfect place for views of the city and North Shore mountains.
Bloedel Conservatory
Where: Located in Queen Elizabeth Park 4600 Cambie St (Vancouver)
Details: A domed conservatory situated in Queen Elizabeth Park housing over 100 exotic birds and 500 exotic plants and flowers living inside the temperature controlled environment of the Bloedel Conservatory. Admission prices range by age of children and $7.40 per adult or $5.20 per senior. Full list of pricing online.
Derek Doubleday Arboretum
Where: 21177 Fraser Hwy (Langley)
Details: Learn about sustainable gardening techniques while exploring the Derek Doubleday Arboretum. Have a picnic at one of the tables available and take in the views of the Willow Garden, Dyer’s Garden (featuring plants with natural dyeing properties), Les Clay Rhododendron Garden, and more all while educating yourself on plant diversity.
Do you have a favourite local garden? Leave a comment below to share!
Vacations, fine dining, sports memorabilia, and more! Check out the 130 featured auction items and place your bids now in the JCC Sports Dinner’s online auction, presented by Clark Wilson LLP.
Sports Memorabilia Auction for a Cause
The RBC JCC Sports Dinner (now in its 30th year) it taking place on March 28th. The annual event raises funds for the JCC of Greater Vancouver through a reception, dinner, raffle, and auction. This year’s special guest speaker, presented by ZLC Financial, is Rob “Gronk” Gronkowski! Access the auction online here where you can browse by category. Some items of note are:
Full Size Patriots and Buccaneers Helmets autographed by Rob Gronkowski
LeBron James autographed and custom framed jersey commemorating his record breaking game
Autographed and framed photos of NHL, MLB and NFL legends
Hey Dad? You wanna have a catch? There’s also a Field of Dreams photo autographed by Dwier Brown who plays Ray’s dad. John grew up about 20 minutes away from the Field of Dreams movie site and we’ve been there many times so I’m particularly excited about this piece.
More items will be added before March 28th, so check back often for new and exciting pieces to make your own!
More Ways to Support
If you’d like to simply make a donation to support the JCC, you can also do so on the auction site. You could also enter to win a 2023 Luxury Cadillac XT4 FWD and there’s a 50/50 raffle as well. Final Sales Deadline: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 8:00pm.
The JCC is an inclusive Community Centre that has always offered cultural, recreational, educational and social activities for all generations. Your support provides subsidies for exceptional preschool, arts and music programs, sports leagues, senior care, special needs services and more. By supporting The RBC JCC Sports Dinner, you are directly helping to ensure that these programs and opportunities continue to be available to members of the community.
Is your must try restaurant list becoming too long to keep track of? Tired of saving that insta worthy spot for cocktails then forgetting all about it? Look no further! We’re going to be compiling our current culinary favourites into one convenient spot for our new Vancouver Foodie Friday feature. This month, we’re focusing on Easter sweets and spring brunch features:
Beaucoup Bakery Easter Treats
Easter Sweets and Spring Brunch Features
Beaucoup Bakery Spring Features
Where: 2150 Fir Street, Vancouver
Details: This Easter, Beaucoup Bakery is revisiting the Jurassic era with the launch of a brand new dino-inspired collection. Guests can pre-order online now for pick-up with select availability for walk-ins. Pastry chef and co-owner, Betty Hung, has created a line-up including dinosaur nest cakes and two seasonal hot cross bun flavours. Perfect for your kiddo’s Easter baskets or those with a sweet tooth. Have some fun cracking into the chocolate dino egg that will reveal a small dinosaur plush toy, milk chocolate eggs, and dinosaur sprinkle cookies.
Beaucoup Bakery is also launching a special pastry specifically for cherry blossom season. For the new spring menu, guests can pre-order Beaucoup’s Sakura Picnic Set, featuring three new pastries inspired by spring florals: Matcha Yuzu Travel Cake, Petite Sakura Suprême and a Jasmine Fraise Tiramisu. There will be a limited amount of treats available at the bakery for walk-ins.
H2 Kitchen + Bar Easter Brunch
Where: 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver
Details: This year’s Easter Brunch celebration at H2 Kitchen + Bar includes an extensive buffet spread, interactive chef stations, chocolate fondue and a live bunny interaction to help all family members embrace the joy of spring. The Easter Brunch is available for $79 per person, $35 for children 6 –12, free for kids 5 and under. Reservations are available from 11:30am to 3:00pm.
Easter Eggs – Goldilocks Bake Shop
Goldilocks Bake Shop Take Home Easter Brunch
Where: 2833 Main Street, Vancouver
Details: Experience a decadent Easter at-home this year with Goldilocks Bake Shop’s new Easter Brunch and Sweets Collection. The beloved Filipino bakery has created a Silog Extravaganza, featuring their take on the popular Filipino breakfast. For dessert, enjoy an array of Easter eggs, seasonal cakes or cupcakes. Guests can pre-order now for pick-up from March 27th to April 5th, 2023 by calling either of their two locations or emailing [email protected]. Walk-in orders are also available.
The Secret Garden at H Tasting Lounge
The Secret Garden at the H Tasting Lounge
Where: H Tasting Lounge in The Westin Bayshore, 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver
Details: H Tasting Lounge’s seaside patio is blossoming into The Secret Garden this season — a botanical oasis where guests can dine amongst the flowers in English garden-inspired domes. The garden launched on March 18th and is offered until Mother’s Day, May 14th. Perfect option for those planning a romantic date-day, as well! Reserve your spot here.
Mon Paris Pâtisserie’s Easter Pastries
Mon Paris Pâtisserie 2023 Chocolate Easter Collection
Where: 4396 Beresford Street, Burnaby
Details: Mon Paris Pâtisserie is gearing up for Easter with charming, themed chocolate treats that are available now for custom orders. Mon Paris Pâtisserie‘s 2023 Easter Collection is filled with colourful chocolate eggs and cute chocolate chicks and ducks. The Triple Chocolate Croissant (pictured above) is available in-store only from Friday, April 7th to Sunday, April 9th. Assorted Easter Pastry Boxes can be pre-ordered online for pick-up on Easter weekend (closed Monday).
Nightshade
Where: 1079 Mainland in Yaletown, Vancouver
Details: Nightshade, Vancouver’s premiere vegan restaurant, is now open for lunch on select weekdays and for brunch on weekends, and reservations are available. The daytime service includes a number of large and small plates and desserts, all inspired by diverse culinary techniques and global flavours.Like the dinner offerings, Nightshade’s lunch and brunch menus are seasonally-inspired. The spring lunch menu features Eggplant & Maitake Rendang,Spinach and Feta Strudel, and Vegetable Bhaaji, as well as a number of Cambodian dishes that pay homage to Yen’s heritage. Lunch is available Wednesday to Fridays, 11:30am to 2:30pm. Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30am to 2:30pm. Nightshade’s heated patio is also now open day and night.
Finally, don’t miss Egg-Cellent treats in the valley at Maan Farms and Taves Family Farm over the Easter weekend. Check back next month for Foodie Friday and be sure to tag @miss604 during your adventures!
