It’s art, it’s a public exhibition, it’s a fundraiser, it’s chewing gum developed with the help of local elementary school kids. Artists Helen Reed & Hannah Jickling will launch a new artwork commissioned by the City of Vancouver across top trick-or-treating neighbourhoods in time for Halloween.
QA CHEW’S BUBBLE TROUBLE is a brand new gum named for Queen Alexandra Elementary School, the home of the artists’ ongoing residency called Big Rock Candy Mountain. The limited-run artist edition gum was developed over the past 2017–2018 academic year in collaboration with the toughest taste-testers of all: grade 6/7 students. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩
It’s been a holiday tradition in Vancouver for the last 4 decades! A kick-off to the season, Circle Craft Christmas Market returns with over 300 artisans (more than 70 new to the market) including clothing designers, potters, wood and metal workers, glass blowers, jewellers, toy makers, candle and soap makers, and more!
The theme of this year’s market, Farmhouse Christmas, is a phrase that brings to mind old-school simplicity, rustic charm, the countryside and nature, as well as artisan craftsmanship. Of course, in our modern world, urbanites have made sure our cities include these things as well. Our artisans come from across Canada, from remote communities, as well as from the big cities.
Circle Craft Christmas Market
When: November 7-11, 2018
Hours: Wed-Fri 10:00am to 9:00pm; Sat 10:00am to 7:00pm; Sun 10:00am to 5:00pm
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West
Tickets: Available online with a $2 discount if purchased before November 7th.
Circle Craft Christmas Market Photo by Tim Matheson
Circle Craft Christmas Market features artisans from coast to coast: BC craftspeople from communities such as Whaletown, Quathiaski Cove, North Vancouver, Vernon, Duncan, Gibsons, and Vancouver will showcase the very best of this province. Artisans will also come from as far as Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, St-Pierre-Jolys (MB), Blandford (NS), Vegreville (AB), Magog (QC), Georgian Bay (ON), and more!
In 2018, The Campaign for Wool coincides with Circle Craft Market. The Campaign for Wool is a global endeavor initiated by its patron, His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, in order to raise awareness amongst consumers about the unique, natural, and sustainable benefits offered by wool. Circle Craft Market 2018 features many artisans who use wool in their products, including: FernWeftFibreArt, DutchyMitts, Wee Woollies, Natural Wool Knits, and Susan Savill Designs.
More 2018 Exhibitors:
Gordon Hutchens (clay)
Yookyoung Yong Ceramics
Karen Wilson (handbags)
MiMi (toys)
Shi Studio (jewellery)
Ilee Papergoods
Glory Glassworks
Adhesif (clothing)
Daksha’s Gourmet Spices
Tickleberry’s (candy)
Elaine Brewer-White (clay)
Sandra Ramos (clay)
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Daub + Design (activewear)
Monster Lab (monster dolls)
Chi’s Creations (jewellery)
Blackford Design (clothing)
Metamorphose (clothing)
Gosia Eco Designs (clothing)
Pulp Function (marquees)
Bee’s Knees Beach (’20s-inspired beachwear for kids)
Ruckusdesign (leather accessories)
First Growth Reclaimed Design (furniture)
Keith Kerrigan Haida Artist and Lorna Moffat Design
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Circle Craft Christmas Market attracts some 40,000 people eager to discover the creations of hundreds of Canadian artisans all of whom are jury-selected based on talent and diversity. In addition, to round out the experience, visitors will find craft technique demos (e.g. a pottery wheel and dress painting by Lennard Taylor Design Studio), contests, and the “Budding Artists” open area where emerging artists will introduce exciting and innovative new work.
Win Tickets:
Kick off the holiday shopping season at Circle Craft Christmas Market! I have a pair of tickets to give away, here’s how you can enter to win:
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. Follow Circle Craft on Twitter and Facebook to learn more about the co-op, their space on Granville Island and of course the Christmas market.
Update The winner is Fiona McKeown Daubaras!
The Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s fall fundraiser, City Drinks at Seaforth Armoury, takes place on November 22nd at one of the city’s most iconic buildings.
City Drinks at Seaforth Armoury
Where: 1650 Burrard St, Vancouver
When: Thursday, November 22, 2018 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Tickets: Tickets are available online now for $110 (includes a $50 charitable receipt)
1936: Seaforth Armoury on Burrard. Photographer: Stuart Thomson. Archives # CVA 99-4876.
Join the Vancouver Heritage Foundation (“VHF”) for a special evening inside the recently restored mess halls at this landmark building, designed in Scottish Baronial style by architects McCarter & Nairne and completed in 1936.
Generously hosted by the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada at the historic Seaforth Armoury, guests will enjoy music, wine, hors d’oeuvres and of course lots of history, including the opportunity to view artifacts from the Seaforth Museum and hear from archivist James Calhoun about the regiment’s long history in Vancouver.
Both live and silent auctions will offer an array of items to bid on and help VHF achieve their fundraising goal. All proceeds support our educational programming and projects. Follow the Vancouver Heritage Foundation on Facebook and Twitter for more information.
On Saturday evening, the Parq Vancouver room was filled with love and inspiration as the 14th annual Gift of Time Gala raised over $1.5 million for Canuck Place families!
“Consider that you have one life to love, and live that life with intention”
~ CEO Margaret McNeil
800 guests gathered to support Canuck Place, through live and silent auctions, raffles, fund-a-need donations and more. The Parq’s ballroom was beautifully decorated, with shimmering sequins, pillar candles, and rustic floral centrepieces on the tables. Between courses at dinner, speakers addressed the crowd.
The first was gala co-chairs Karley Rice, Merideth Schutter, and Shanni Eckford: Continue reading this post ⟩⟩
