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Shooting Stars to Country Celebrations: Upcoming Events in Metro Vancouver Regional Parks

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0shares Metro Vancouver Regional Parks have tidal pools, shorelines, cottonwoods, wetlands, historic sites, and even places for meteor shower viewing! While you might be familiar with their picnic areas, beaches and hiking trails, did you know that these recreational nature destinations also host dozens of family-friendly activities throughout the year? I’ve picked out 6 of […]

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Vancouver Zombiewalk 2017

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesThe invitation reads: “Come fully dressed as your best Zombie; think creative, blood, guts and gore!” Later this month, Improv Anywhere is hosting the annual Vancouver Zombiewalk and all are welcome. Vancouver Zombiewalk 2017 When: Saturday August 26, 2017 side). Assemble 12:30, walk 4:00pm to 7:00pm Where: Vancouver Art Gallery (Robson side) the walk will […]

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Win a #BayshoreStaycation at the Westin Bayshore

Comments 211 by Rebecca Bollwitt

211sharesI got my bag out from the closet and laid my clothes next to it. Sundress, bathing suit, sandals, floppy hat, sunglasses. I paused for a moment to review my selections, which all reminded me of our last tropical vacation. The fact that I could pack these items, which instantly make me at ease thinking […]

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#KitsWings Mural in Kitsilano

by Rebecca Bollwitt

8sharesArtists Steve and Sandy Pell were tasked with creating a large mural, designed to be an interactive public art piece that inspires values like connectedness, positivity and freedom. The result is #kitswings, now at Burrard and West 4th. A post shared by casey-jo loos (@caseyjoloos) on Jul 24, 2017 at 10:01pm PDT #KitsWings Mural in […]

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Vancouver Pride Parade Route, Road Closures

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

2shares2017 marks the 39th anniversary of Pride in Vancouver, the most diverse festivals and parade in the city. There are over 20 Pride events throughout the summer and none draws as many people as the legendary Vancouver Pride Parade, with an expected audience of 650,000 on Sunday! Vancouver Pride Parade Where: Downtown Vancouver along Robson, […]

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