The third annual Worldwide Photo Walk takes place July 24th and will see photographers of every level heading out and snapping photos as they stroll with a group.
A photo walk is basically a walk around with your camera where you snap photos as you go. I’ve done photo walks alone or in groups of about 100 people and each experience is unique. Everyone tells a different story through their lens, whether they have a professional setup or a camera phone.
Last year there were 900 photo walks organized on the same day with over 32,000 participants.
Registered photo walks in our region so far include: White Rock, Vancouver (Mount Pleasant & Olympic Village), North Vancouver (Lonsdale Quay), and Abbotsford (Downtown/Old Abbotsford). On the Island there’s Victoria (Old Town), Cumberland, and Nanaimo (on the Waterfront).
Photowalks are limited to groups of 50 photographers so if the one in your area is full, you can even register a new walk, in a different location (say, if Mount Pleasant is full you could head up a Chinatown photo walk).
All walks will need to get approval first and walk leaders will be responsible for creating a Flickr group for their walk. They will also get to select the best images from the day and submit them to the the Worldwide Photo Walk 3 group on Flickr for the chance to win prizes.
All Worldwide Photo Walks are free to attend but be sure to register ahead of time as spaces may fill up.
The BC Cancer Foundation’s Underwear Affair takes place July 11th as individuals and teams get ready to strip down for the cause.
One team comprised of women is hosting a fundraiser to support their overall group efforts for the run. Team LACE Up, a part of the LACE campaign (Live Aware, Create Empowerment) has a special message about saving lives by getting women to have regular Pap tests. They spread awareness for this cause and will be fundraising specifically for the Underwear Affair with their event tomorrow.
LACE has joined forces with LOL @ The Cellar to make this week’s comedy night count. The evening will be hosted by cancer survivor and comedian Richard Lett who will head up a group of other great stand-up comics. 50% of proceeds will be donated to the LACE campaign’s Underwear Affair 10km run team.
What LACE Campaign’s Laughing it Off for the Underwear Affair
Where The Cellar on Granville
When June 30th, doors at 7:30pm
Tickets $10
Tickets can be bought through LOL @ The Cellar producer, promoter and comedian Donovan Mahoney (email: donovanpee [at] me.com). You can also follow Donovan on Twitter.
I’m all for supporting a fantastic cause and in recent years I’ve become a big fan of local comedy (thanks to Art Factora for passing this event information along). Combining the two really seems like a winning combination and a great night out downtown.
The Vancouver Heritage Foundation is hosting Hotdogs for Heritage Sunday July 11th from 11:00am until 3:00pm.
The main focus of the event is an architectural salvage sale, including items like hard-to-find heritage doors to sinks. You can also bring in your items for donation to the sale such as light fixtures, mirror frames, hardware, stained glass, screen doors and wrought iron gates.
Admission is by donation (suggested $10 per person or $25 per family) and on top of the salvage sale fundraiser there will be activities for kids, hot dogs (first one’s free while supplies last), and a beer garden with musical guests Headwater. You can also bid on silent auction items such as wine and restaurant gift certificates.
The Vancouver Heritage Foundation is a registered charity that is dedicated to supporting the conservation of the city’s heritage buildings through education, public awareness and granting activities. Follow @VanHeritage on Twitter for news and updates.
There’s no shortage of summertime fun in Vancouver this year with festivals, fairs, concerts and more. From outdoor movies to fireworks, the following events are happening in Vancouver this month.
July 1, 2010
Japanese Canadian National Museum presents a touring exhibition from the Japan Foundation (until August 7th)
Canada Day in Metro Vancouver with parades, fireworks, and more
Petite Feet designer shoe blowout sale at the PNE
Hearts on the Harbour: Canada Day Cruise for a Cause
July 2, 2010
Petite Feet designer shoe blowout sale at the PNE
Corporate Champions Vancouver Kick Off Party
Jazz at Canada Place Lunchtime Concerts
July 3, 2010
North Vancouver Community Craft Fair at the Civic Plaza (Lonsdale & 14th Ave)
Petite Feet designer shoe blowout sale at the PNE
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Starting July 9th, 2010 YVR (Vancouver International Airport) will be hosting weekly entertainment and activities during Take Off Fridays.
Both international and domestic terminals will have face painting, live DJs, “Food on the Fly” offers, and free samples from YVR’s shops including Absolute Spa, A&W, Daniel Le Chocolat Belge, Starbucks, and more. You can also check out the Observation Area, with its videos and interactive displays, at any time.
All those who stop by can enter to win prizes featuring a behind the scenes tour of YVR and accommodation at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport.
This will take place every Friday this summer (July 9th until August 27th) from 8:00am until 4:00pm.
