After the first major snow storm of the year, I texted my friend Laura: “Photo walk? I want to catch those Lost Lagoon cherry blossoms in the snow.” She replied back with a thumbs up emoji, a snowflake emoji, and a camera emoji and then met me over on Lagoon Drive during her lunch break.
Indeed, the cherry blossoms were no bigger than they were about 2 weeks ago when I first discovered them in late January, with the cold stunting their ambitious early growth. We got the snaps we wanted then continued down to the waterside path where signs: “DANGER THIN ICE KEEP OFF” were laid around the shore of Lost Lagoon.
Then we noticed a bit of a crowd around one person in particular: Someone in a big red parka, sitting on top of a bench against which a rescue ladder rested in the snow. “Is that a… lifeguard?” As we got closer the words on the back of their coat became clear.
The lifeguard was very friendly but said they were necessary at this time of year. Apparently when the snow starts to fall, folks get the notion that the ice is ready for skating and they walk (or attempt to skate) out over the open water.
There were some tell-tale holes in the ice, which I hope were from animals and not from humans, but once we got over to the Stanley Park Nature House I really did have to raise my palm to my cheek and gasp. Someone had indeed been ice skating as well.
From the Vancouver Park Board on Facebook: Please keep off the ice! Despite all the cold weather, it remains thin on lakes and ponds across Vancouver. Our lifeguards are out this week making people aware that the ice isn’t safe.
To be clear: Lost Lagoon is NOT frozen over. There may be snow on it, but it is NOT frozen. It is NOT safe for skating or walking on. Please do NOT attempt this.
1927: Miss E. Robinson & Pete Pantages (founder of the Vancouver Polar Bear Swim Club), Royal Lifesaving Society members. Vancouver Archives #CVA 99-1784. Photo by Stuart Thomson.
Direct from the island, Cuba Vibra will ignite the stage with a seventeen-member dance ensemble bringing their unique fusion of cha-cha, mambo, rumba, conga, and bolero together from 50 years of Cuban dance history, accompanied by a passionate eight- piece live band.
See one of the most prestigious dance companies in the world, Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba, heat up the stage with a night of pure celebration in an amazingly immersive performance.
Cuba Vibra! in New Westminster
Where: The Massey Theatre (735 Eighth Ave, New Westminster) When: March 8, 2019 at 7:30pm to 9:30pm Tickets:Available online now
This show highlights in an attractive, colourful and dynamic way, a tour of Cuba, its roots, its dances and its music. The precise movement and the incalculable cadence will make the heart vibrate with rhythm and fill the soul.
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FVDED in the Park has released its lineup that includes Khalid, Zedd, Tory Lanez, and French Montana for the annual festival in Surrey’s Holland Park July 5-6, 2019.
FVDED In The Park 2019 Lineup
Lil Yachty, A Boogie with da Hoodie, RL Grime, 6lack, Green Velvet, Louis the Child, Kayzo, Lil Mosey and more will also take to the park’s many stages.
The year’s lineup showcases upcoming Canadian artists, Ekali, Felix Cartal, Anders, bbno$, and Manila Grey. The diversity of musical genres, the scenic outdoor space and excitement that comes with attending FVDED in the Park has allowed for it to become one of the most successful festivals in Western Canada.
2 Day Festival General Admission and VIP Passes starting at $189.99 + (s/c) & $299.99 + (s/c) and can be purchased online now, with single day passes available at a later date. This is the 5th year of the festival that draw up to 45,000 attendees last year. Follow #FVDEDinthePark & #FVDED2019 on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter for more info.
Variety – the Children’s Charity and Global BC are thrilled to announce that this year’s Variety Show of Hearts Telethon raised more than $5.5 million to benefit children with special needs and their families.
Chris Gailus, George Takei, Sophie Lui, Kristi Gordon at the Show of Hearts
Broadcast from the Molson Canadian Theatre at Hard Rock Casino Vancouver, the iconic fundraising event aired live on Global BC and via livestream at Globalnews.ca on Sunday, February 10 from 9:30 am to 5:30pm. The show featured an array of heart-warming stories, magic moments and the surprise unveiling of the 603rd Sunshine Coach to Take a Hike Foundation, a full-time alternate high school program that uses outdoors and adventure to engage vulnerable youth in school, community and mental health supports. Cally Wesson, Variety BC CEO presented the brand new coach to Deb Abma-Sluggett, Director, Development, Take a Hike Foundation.
“Everyone at Variety is overwhelmed by the heart-warming generosity of the cities and communities across BC,” said Wesson. “We have surpassed last year’s total and will be able to help even more kids and their families throughout the entire province. Thank you British Columbia.”
“We are so proud of how British Columbians have once again come together to help the kids in this province,” said Kenton Boston, Vice-President, News & Information, Corus Entertainment. “More than ever, our children need our support, our guidance and our leadership to ensure there’s a strong tomorrow.”
“We are so appreciative of everyone who donated this year,” said Bill Senghera, Telethon Co-Chair and Business Consultant & Risk Manager, White Spot Restaurants. “We would also like to acknowledge our dedicated volunteers & phone panelists as well as our producers, on-air hosts and musical guests. It really was an amazing day.”
In addition to seeing updates on the children and families introduced during Global BC’s Variety Week last fall, viewers were also treated to musical performances by Shawn Hook, Jill Barber, The Heels, Delhi 2 Dublin and Krystle dos Santos. Also making their Show of Hearts debut this year show were spoken word poet, Wali Shah and special guest co-host George Takei.
Those who missed this year’s Show of Hearts can still make a donation online at variety.bc.ca or by texting “KIDS” to 45678 to make an automatic $20 contribution.
A huge thanks to the Miss604 Social Lounge team for spreading the word online all day and bringing in donations. This all-star crew of family, friends, and influencers included my nephew, Ethan Miles, who took the photos featured in this post and John Biehler who 3D printed the #ShowOfHearts pins.
Back Row: Fiona Czeschel, Scott Graham, Rebecca Coleman, Ethan Miles, John Biehler, John Bollwitt; Middle Row: Leeann Froese, Cathy Browne, Lyndsey Locke, Rebecca Bollwitt, Jennifer Miles; Front Row: Hayley, Dylan, and Mary Sheridan
Miss604 is the proud sponsor of the #ShowOfHearts Social Lounge and I am the Secretary of the Board of Directors for Variety – The Children’s Charity of BC. You can donate to my personal #ShowOfHearts campaign online here »
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Family Day doesn’t have to be limited to 24 hours. In Coquitlam, the fun
runs all February – and it’s not just for kids. Think indoor climbing, bowling,
skating, theatrical performances and high-energy hockey games.
