The First Pick Handmade Market returns this fall to transform Heritage Hall into a pop up exclusive boutique department store on September 14-15, 2019. This is a handmade fashion and accessories show with a boutique department store feel.
First Pick Handmade Market
When: September 14-15, 2019 from 11:00am to 6:00pm When: 3102 Main Street, Vancouver Tickets: Available online for $3
First Pick Hand-made’s 5th fashion and accessory only event features head to toe handmade fashions with several local designers debuting their fall seasonal lines.
Designer Lineup
Shop for your new Fall look and get first pick directly from local and Canadian designers. Clothing, jewelry, hats, shoes, bags and more, curated just for you.
This year the Vancouver International Film Festival (“VIFF”) is expanding its VIFF Live program, delivering an innovative celebration of genre-defining work with a contemporary twist, bringing together some of theatre, comedy and music’s brightest performers for six memorable live events at VIFF.
VIFF Live Program
When: September 28-29, October 1, 3 and 6-7, 2019 Where: Various locations Tickets:Available online
Highlights include Song Exploder Live, legendary hip hop icon and Public Enemy founder Chuck D dissecting “Fight the Power” from Spike Lee’s Do The Right Thing which this year celebrates its 30th anniversary, and a live episode of Tim Heidecker and Gregg Turkington’s much-loved AdultSwim.com series, On Cinema at the Cinema Live!.
“VIFF Live has created a platform to push the boundaries of festival programming,” said Ken Tsui, VIFF Films+ programmer and curator. “Exploring how a multitude of artistic genres intersect with cinema to create unique once-in-a-lifetime experiences for VIFF audiences. Having seen the success of live events over the last number of years, we are excited to expand our program from two to six events this year, exploring music, comedy, podcasting and cultural commentary,”
Song Exploder Live with Chuck D Monday, October 7, 7:00pm, Playhouse This show, exclusive to VIFF, pays tribute to the 30th anniversary of Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing by celebrating its specially commissioned theme song “Fight the Power” and the main man behind it, Chuck D. This live episode of the hit podcast Song Exploder with host Hrishikesh Hirway, will see the Public Enemy frontman break down the militant, strident anthem for audiences.
On Cinema at the Cinema Live! Featuring Tim Heidecker, Gregg Turkington, and Special Guests Sunday, October 6, 8:00pm, Playhouse This multi-media stage show provides a mega-dose of the movie expertise and colorful disagreements you’ve come to expect from hosts Tim Heidecker and Gregg Turkington. The show features special guest appearances from beloved cast members of the On Cinema/Decker Universe.
Claudio Simonetti’s Goblin Plays Deep Red Live Thursday, October 3, 6:00pm, Rio Theatre Key to the power of Deep Red, Dario Argento’s 1975 horror classic, is the eerie, keyboard-heavy score by Claudio Simonetti and his band Goblin. Playing live at VIFF, Goblin will perform these haunting melodies alongside Argento’s cinematic work of art, giving audiences the opportunity to feel that effect as few others have. Once the end credits have rolled, Simonetti and the band will play an extra special set of other soundtrack classics.
This is Spinal Tap: Anniversary Live Score Sunday, September 29, 7:00pm, Rio Theatre 35 years on from the groundbreaking mock-rock-doc This Is Spinal Tap being released, VIFF Live! celebrates with a live score led by Louise Burns, and some of Vancouver’s leading musicians including Jody Glenham (Jody Glenham and the Dreamers), Catherine Hiltz (bassist, Tegan & Sara, Hot Panda), Ayla Tesler-Mabe (guitar, Calpurnia, Ludic) and Adam Fink (drummer, ACTORS) playing the soundtrack as the ever-quotable cult classic plays.
Feminist Live Reads present Some Like It Hot Tuesday, October 1, 6:30pm, Rio Theatre Celebrating 60 years, Some Like It Hothas seen a cultural resurgence, gaining new resonance in the #MeToo era. Led by filmmaker/critic Chandler Levack, Feminist Live Reads are dedicated to pointing out the disparity of roles available to women onscreen. For VIFF, the all-female cast, known for previous performances ofEntourage, Reservoir Dogs, and Ocean’s Eleven, will play men, who are playing women, bringing Billy Wilder’s classic comedy to life.
Pop-Up Magazine Saturday, September 28, TBA The acclaimed touring “live magazine” show, Pop-Up Magazine, is coming to VIFF — and Vancouver — for the first time! These never-before-told multimedia stories accompanied by illustration, animation, photography, and an original score performed onstage by the Magik Orchestra will make for a night of vivid entertainment. Stay tuned for more details; tickets will go on sale 8/20.
VIFF 2019 runs September 26 to October 11, 2019. Follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more information about the festival, its events, special guests, and films.
The 5th annual Etsy Made in Canada Marketplace returns to Vancouver on Saturday September 28th. Join this celebration of quality craftsmanship and and shop dozens of local artists’ wares.
Etsy Made in Canada Marketplace in Vancouver
When: Saturday, September 28, 2019 from 10:00am to 6:00pm Where: Robson Square (800 Robson St, Vancouver) Admission: FREE!
Etsy Made in Canada Marketplace events will be taking place in nearly 30 cities across the country, making for a nation-wide pop-up market! Shoppers will find vintage goods, handmade wares, supplies, fine art, jewelry, children’s items and much more. Meet and shop from Vancouver’s most talented artists, designers and creators.
Vancouver Etsy Collective empowers creative entrepreneurs by providing resources, education, and opportunities to grow. Their members are inclusive and supportive designers, creatives and makers from the greater Vancouver area who are interested in sharing knowledge, building their business and making meaningful community connections. Follow the Vancouver Etsy Collective on Instagram and Facebook for more info.
Don’t think of this as the last weekend of summer, think of it as a chance to get out and explore all of those festivals, farms, free outdoor movies, and family fun activities that you’ve been meaning to get to! This weekend Miss604 is proud to sponsor the final Movies Under the Stars night in Holland Park (free screening of Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse). Find this event and many more things to do in Vancouver this weekend below:
From sunflowers to apples, corn mazes to pumpkins, the bounty of two seasons is popping up now around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Our local farms offer up great local produce paired with family-friendly fun that helps everyone connect with our agricultural past, present and future.
Corn Mazes and Farms for Family Fun in Vancouver the Fraser Valley
Taves Family Farms
When: Open now through October, 10:00am to 5:00pm Where: 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Features: Apple and pumpkin picking, plus tasty cider slushies at the Applebarn and fields of sunflowers.
Willow View Farms
When: U-Pick opening August 16th, 2019 Where: 288 McCallum Rd, Abbotsford Website | Facebook | Instagram Features: U-pick apples, plums, pears, and pumpkins along with a hayride and petting zoo.
Maan Farms
When: Open now, 9:00am to 6:00pm Where: 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Features: Maan Farms offers something for the whole family. Play area and petting zoo, delicious food and wine, event venue, seasonal attractions and of course berries.
Richard Country Farms
When: Open daily, 9:00am to 8:00pm Where: 12900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond Website | Facebook | Instagram Features: Enjoy corn fields, sunflowers, and whimsical decorations. Pumpkin pickers ride hay wagons to the fields later in the season, past the duck ponds and waterfalls.
Bose and Sons Family Farm
When: Open August 27 through October 14, 2019 Where: 64th Avenue & 156th Street, Surrey Website | Facebook About: Conquer the legendary Bose Corn Maze then sit back on a hay bale and savour Surrey’s countryside on a tractor-pulled ride from the corn to the pumpkin patch.
Chilliwack Corn Maze and Pumpkin Farm
When: Open now until October 31, 2018 Where: 41905 Yale Road West, Chilliwack Website | Facebook | Instagram Features: The 12 acre Chilliwack Corn Maze also has over 15 varieties of pumpkins.
Aldor Acres Farm
When: September 21 to October 31, 2018 Where: 24990-84 Avenue, Langley Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Features: Visit the animals in the petting zoo then take a tractor-pulled hayride out to the pumpkin patch to find that perfect pumpkin. Don’t forget to stop by the Farmacy for your farm fresh veggies, eggs and pork.
Check all of the farm websites and social media to get the most accurate updates about what is in season, opening hours, etc. Have fun!
