“It is Fine! EVERYTHING IS FINE is a transgressive yet tender psychosexual tale of disability and fantasy starring the late screenwriter and cerebral palsy sufferer Steven C. Stewart.” [source]
Each screening will be preceded by an hour-long audiovisual performance/presentation by Mr. Glover and following each screening there will be a Q&A session and a book signing with Mr. Glover’s books available for sale in the lobby.
Dates: January 14, 15, 16, 2011 at 7:00pm
Tickets: $20 (event is for those 18+)
Location: 1131 Howe Street, Vancouver
Vancouver will be celebrating its 125th anniversary this year and the City will be launching its celebration campaign for ‘Vancouver 125’ on Monday, January 17, 2011.
This will encompasses the following Vision Statement:
“Building on the momentum, energy and spirit generated during the Olympics, and through a growing awareness and understanding of our identities, first nations’ heritage and cultural diversity, the people and neighbourhoods of Vancouver feel excitement, pride and enthusiasm for a celebration in recognition of Vancouver’s 125th with activities that engage and enrich our society through the celebration of art and culture.” [source]
1886 – Vancouver Archives location #: GN dr 21
While I am involved in several aspects of official ‘Vancouver125’ festivities, I also plan to profile key moments and places through a specified history series over the next few months. Featuring first nations heritage, notes from the first City Council minutes (dated May 12, 1886), and reliving the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games, I will have a lot of worthy ground to cover. This will be very similar to my current weekly history post but with more of a highlight on dates and events.
We can all celebrate what Vancouver is today but it’s not without looking back that we can move forward and build on some tremendous momentum.
You will be able to follow the series through my regular History category or the Vancouver125 tag. I will also welcome and answer (to the best of my abilities and research) all historic inquiries submitted by comment or contact form.
Vancouver’s 125 anniversary will be celebrated April 6, 2011 and their official Twitter account is @Vancouver125.
On January 26, 2011 everyone is encouraged to wear pink around town, at work, or at school to promote registration for The Weekend and the cause it supports.
“Since 2003, over $15 million has been raised by Weekend participants enabling numerous advances in cancer research and care. Proceeds continue to fund innovative research, treatment, and prevention programs for breast and gynecologic cancers at BC Cancer Foundation.” [source]
Wear it Pink is the opportunity for new participants to learn about The Weekend or past walkers to share their own stories and fundraising success. Veteran walkers can receive a $100 fundraising credit for each new participant they refer.
On January 26th you can show your support by wearing pink, hosting a pink-themed party, posting updates on Twitter using the hashtag #wearitpinkday, changing your avatar to something pink, or by using a pre-set Twibbon.
Follow @wken2endcancer on Twitter or Facebook for more information about The Weekend and how you can participate in Wear it Pink Day 2011.
Since I profiled In Medias Res last week I have received wonderful leads and information about some upcoming shows to check out around Vancouver. This has prompted a return of my shamefully underused ‘Music Monday‘ series.
Carmen Townsend
Fresh off her Australian tour and prior to returning home to the East Coast, Carmen will be playing a free showcase at The Railway Club tomorrow, January 11th, 2011 from 7:00pm until 8:00pm. Her forthcoming album Waitin’ and Seein’ will be available January 25th, 2011.
Follow Carmen: Website, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube
Red Cedar
Vancouver locals Andy Bishop, Colin Jones, Bruce Ledingham, JP Doucet and Shaunn Watt will celebrate the release of their new album Enter The Sun Gods with Adelaide and Lord Beginner at the Biltmore on January 13th. Doors open at 8:00pm and cover is $10.
Follow Red Cedar: Website, MySpace
West Coast Pop! Vancouver is Awesome and 100.5 The Peak have teamed up for West Coast Pop!, a new concert series at the Red Room with a low-dough price of $10.50. The showcases will run from February 19th until May 14th, 2011 and include acts such as We Are the City, The Dudes, You Say Party, and Kyprios.
Should you have a favourite up-and-coming local or Canadian act that you would like to see featured, please feel free to contact me using the subject line ‘Music Monday’.
This week there will be a forum regarding building heights in Vancouver ahead of a City vote on proposed height restrictions later this month. The current building height limit in downtown Vancouver is 466 feet, which the Shangri-La currently soars well beyond (see: Higher Building Policy). Here’s a quick comparison of our five highest structures:
Royal Centre
Height: 141m/464ft, 37 storeys
Built: 1973
Use: Office space, also known as RBC Tower
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All those who would like a say (as to whether we should welcome 80 to 90-storey towers or not) can attend the forum at the Vancouver Public Library’s central branch downtown at 6:30pm on Tuesday, January 11th, 2011.
Update There is a public information session Monday, January 17th, 2011 from 7:00pm – 8:30pm at the Empire Landmark Hotel.
“It is Fine! EVERYTHING IS FINE is a transgressive yet tender psychosexual tale of disability and fantasy starring the late screenwriter and cerebral palsy sufferer Steven C. Stewart.” [source]
