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Oktoberfest in Vancouver: Harvest Haus

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesVancouver has a new way to celebrate Oktoberfest as the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza, which usually hosts the German-style Christmas Market each winter, will be the venue for Harvest Haus from October 2nd to October 5th. Photo courtesy of Harvest Haus This new autumn festival, presented by The Social Concierge and Wet Ape Productions, will […]

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Grumpy Cat Christmas Movie Filming at Coquitlam Centre

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesIf you have noticed a winter wonderland at Coquitlam Centre lately it’s because the internet’s favourite surly feline is there to film a Christmas movie, Grumpy Cat’s Worth Christmas Ever. Grumpy Cat (real name, Tardar Sauce) rose to internet fame after a series of photos of her signature frown and furrowed brow were posted on […]

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I Love Transit Week 2014

Comments 114 by Guest Author

114sharesI Love Transit Week is August 25th to 29th. Robert Willis of The Buzzer Blog has contributed the following post to promote this year’s campaign. You can find out more by following Translink on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and The Buzzer Blog. Welcome to I Love Transit Week! It’s the one week we take out of […]

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Vancouver Then and Now Projects: Langara and Scout

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

1shareVancouver is an ever-changing city, with new construction cranes popping every day, scaffolding being dismantled, new pits being excavated, and demolitions scheduled. Our city’s skyline, downtown streets and landscape seems to change dramatically every few years, which is why I believe we’re all pretty obsessed with “Then and Now” images. There are many resources for […]

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Free Outdoor Movies in Vancouver Robin Williams Tribute

by Rebecca Bollwitt

1shareFresh Air Cinema has announced that two free outdoor movies in Vancouver this weekend will be tributes to the late Robin Williams. Photo credit: Robert W. White on Flickr Free Outdoor Movies in Vancouver Robin Williams Tribute Coal Harbour When: Friday, August 22, 2014 at 8:15pm Where: Harbour Green Park (1199 West Cordova at Bute) […]

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Surrey Youth Fest 2014: Fall Outdoor Festival in Cloverdale

by Rebecca Bollwitt

1shareThe second Surrey Youth Fest of the year is coming up September 20th at the Cloverdale Recreation Centre. Surrey’s largest celebration for youth will have a breakdance battle, BMX demos at the new undercover skate park, live bands, and much more. What: Surrey Youth Fest 2014: Fall Outdoor Festival in Cloverdale Where: Cloverdale Recreation Centre, […]

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Summer PlayDays: Movie Night and Concert

Comments 15 by Rebecca Bollwitt

15sharesAll season long, the waterfront plaza at the Richmond Olympic Oval has been the site of free family fun, hosting Summer PlayDays with outdoor games, fitness classes, live music, boot camps and BBQs. The culmination of this fun activity series will be on August 31st with more live music, great food, a free screening of […]

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Southsiders 3 on 3 Outdoor Soccer Tournament

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesDoolin’s Irish Pub, on the bustling corner of Nelson and Granville is downtown Vancouver, will host the Southsiders 3 on 3 Outdoor Soccer Tournament on August 30th. This all day, all ages event will benefit Athletics for Kids and set you up for a full day of community soccer fun ahead of the Vancouver Whitecaps […]

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5 Stanley Park Trails You Should Explore

by Rebecca Bollwitt

171sharesThe Seawall is one of Vancouver’s claims to fame. It provides a smooth path for walkers, joggers, strollers, rollerbladers, and cyclists to circumnavigate the city’s crown jewel, Stanley Park, while providing views from sunrise to sunset. However, there’s a whole lot to be explored and appreciated under the park’s 1,001 acre canopy so I’d love […]

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