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VIFF Opening and Closing Gala Films for 2016

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesThe 35th annual Vancouver International Film Festival (“VIFF”) has announced the Canadian co-production Maudie, about real-life Nova Scotian artist Maud Lewis, will be its Opening Night film and the Terrence Malick IMAX documentary, The Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience as its Closing Night film. The two films exemplify both the exceptional content being produced […]

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Dunbar Village Harvest Festival

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesThe Dunbar Village Harvest Festival returns to Dunbar St, between W 26th & W 30th, this Saturday. Hosted by Dunbar Village Business Association, this year’s festivities bring locals a variety of activities for adults and kids, group presentations, live music and entertainment and a scavenger hunt with the chance to win an iPad! Dunbar Village […]

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Win a Moosemeat and Marmalade Getaway

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229sharesThe anticipated premiere of Moosemeat & Marmalade‘s second season airs today on the Aboriginal People’s Television Network (“APTN”). This season, co-hosts Art Napoleon and Dan Hayes go around the globe, exploring new realms of adventure — both in the kitchen and in the wild, taking farm-to-table cooking to a whole new level. Moosemeat and Marmalade […]

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David Wilson at Kimoto Gallery

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesLush evergreens, waves lapping at a pebbly beach, snow capped peaks, are all images that would make any local homesick for the Pacific Northwest. However, the soaked streets, glistening reflections from headlights and neon signs, and a couple huddled under an umbrella are scenes that really get me. I can’t help but feel something for […]

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Britannia Brewing Company in Steveston

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1shareOn a blustery holiday evening by the sea, John and I visited Richmond’s newest craft beer destination, Britannia Brewing Company, to meet up with some old friends. Located at Second Avenue and Bayview, the restaurant and pub that pours Richmond-brewed Britannia beer was hopping with families and friends coming together in the nautical themed venue. […]

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Sip and Savour Fundraiser

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesJoin the second annual Sip and Savour fundraiser, presented by numpfer, on October 3rd where all proceeds from the event are donated to BC Women’s Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Sip and Savour Restaurants, Cocktail Bars, Craft Breweries & Wineries Under One Roof When: Monday, October 3, 2016 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm Where: Pipe Shop […]

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Colin Mochrie at Vancouver TheatreSports

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesCanadian comedy icon, and improvisor extraordinaire, Colin Mochrie will be in Vancouver this month for three shows. The first show at Vancouver TheatreSports on September 23rd is sold out already but he’ll also make two appearances at The Vogue Theatre on September 24th. Colin Mochrie at Vancouver TheatreSports Vancouver TheatreSports League’s home on Granville Island, […]

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Feast on the Fraser in New Westminster

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesNew Westminster is hosting 10 events in 10 days for the second annual Feast on the Fraser from September 23rd to October 2nd. This culinary experience pairs food and fun with a signature event each day. Explore and enjoy this exciting destination for food, arts, culture, and entertainment within Metro Vancouver. A Feast on the […]

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Veranda Beach Resort on Lake Osoyoos

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesI tip toed across the sun room to the screen door, where I smacked my flip flops down onto the entrance’s paver stones. Unlatching the gate on the white picket fence that surrounded the cottage, I made my way up Veranda Drive to pick up our vehicle from its parking spot. The sun was rising […]

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Win Tickets to Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue

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26sharesThe Chan Centre’s 2016/17 season will launch with Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue on September 25th in the Chan Shun Concert Hall. Troy Andrews (aka Trombone Shorty) and his high-energy band will make their anticipated return to Vancouver with an exhilarating mix of funk, rock, jazz and hip-hop – all underscored by a signature New […]

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