One of my favourite Vancouver date night activities with my husband is a dinner and a show, which is why I’m so excited to partner with the Jessie Awards this year to bring you monthly theatre listings.
The Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards are an annual awards ceremony and party produced by the Jessie Richardson Theatre Award Society to celebrate and promote the outstanding achievements of the Vancouver Professional Theatre Community.
June Theatre Listings for Vancouver
Arts Club Theatre Company Presents:
Bittergirl
at the Granville Island Stage (1585 Johnston St, Granville Island)
June 15 – July 29, 2017
This cathartic and catchy musical charts the romantic breakups of three women and the lively antics that ensue. ’60s girl group music like “Be My Baby,” “And Then He Kissed Me,” “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” and “Where Did Our Love Go?” provide the perfect backdrop for the bittergirls’ journey back to happiness. Who knew getting dumped could be so much fun?
Bard on the Beach Presents:
Much Ado About Nothing
on the BMO Mainstage at Vanier Park
June 1 – September 23
It’s Italy in 1959, and a group of actors and filmmakers are celebrating the wrap of their latest movie. Movie stars Beatrice and Benedick are drawn to each other but refuse to admit it, and Hero and Claudio’s marriage plans are about to be sabotaged by a journalist’s mean-spirited scheme. Cue the paparazzi, then a faked death, and la dolce vita threatens to become not so sweet; but with a script full of surprises, love can still triumph before the credits roll.
Bard on the Beach Presents:
The Winters Tale
on the BMO Mainstage at Vanier Park
June 8 – September 22
A husband’s fierce jealousy is the trigger for a magical and moving tale, set in Sicily and Bohemia, which begins with a cruel punishment and ends with a miracle. King Leontes believes his wife, Queen Hermione, has been unfaithful to him with his best friend, so he puts her in prison and orders that their newborn baby be abandoned in the wilderness. Sixteen years later, across the sea, two young people fall in love and their union becomes the catalyst for reunion, redemption and a family’s healing.
Axis Theatre Presents:
Th’owxyia: The Hungry Feast Dish
at UBC Botanical Gardens (6804 SW Marine Dr, Vancouver)
June 24 – 25 and July 1 – 2
Six Storytellers from the Kwantlen First Nations Village of Squa’lets, spin the tale of Th’owxiya: the Hungry Feast Dish. The mouth of Th’owxiya holds the most wonderful foods from around the world. But if you steal from her, you will pay a terrible price, for Th’owxiya eats children. When a brave young mouse takes a piece of cheese from Th’owxiya, he is caught. To appease the goddess, he must find two young spirits to sacrifice to her before the moon rises or she will eat his whole family. With the help of two young bears, a raven and a sasquatch, the young mouse sets forth on a journey for knowledge and forgiveness. Th’owxiya: The Hungry Feast Dish has shades of the Hansel and Gretel fairytale and the First Nations story The Wild Woman of the Woods, told through mask and music. Suitable for ages 5–12 & family audiences.
Carousel Theatre for Young People Presents:
Good Day and Good Night
at the Bee Stage at Carousel Theatre (1411 Cartwright St, Granville Island)
June 6-18, 2017
Good Day and Good Night introduces infants, toddlers and their caregivers to storytelling and live music in an intimate drama experience that allows them to enjoy theatre on their own terms. The Sun is confident and popular. The Moon is shy and easily overlooked. One day, the Sun meets the Moon, and the two set off to explore each other’s worlds. At first it seems they are too different to ever be friends, but through song, some animal friends, and a little help from the audience, they learn to accept each other’s differences and become friends. They also learn that when they work together they make an excellent team. Good Day and Good Night is recommended for newborn to age 3.
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This summer enjoy a variety of winery events right in our own backyard as Township 7 Winery and other local vineyards in Langley, host a range of activities, from painting to live music, bacon to Shakespeare.
Langley Wine Events Summer 2017
Campbell Valley Spring Wine Festival May 29 to June 9, 2017
Join the wineries of the Campbell Valley Wine Route (Township 7, Backyard, Chaberton, Glass House and Vista d’oro) for a fun filled afternoon in south Langley’s very own wine region. This year each winery hosts two days with complementary culinary offerings and tastings of their newest releases, all while our vineyards are in bloom. More info »
Father’s Day: Wine & Swine June 18, 2017
Celebrate Father’s Day with bacon, wine and dad! The 6th annual Wine & Swine honours the special man in your life at Township 7‘s picturesque South Langley winery. They’ve partnered with the Water Shed Arts Cafe for a fantastic 3 course small plates swine inspired offering paired with our wines. Live music will also be performed at this casual, fun celebration. Book your tickets today »
Paint & Sip – Seascape: Pathway to Paradise June 15, 2017
Join resident artist, Felicity Holmes, at Glass House Estate Winery for a magical evening of painting and sipping. Included in the cost of your ticket is all your painting materials, a glass of wine, cheese & charcuterie and some other delicious treats.
Art in the Vines June 25, 2017
Over 30 established and emerging artists will be on-hand to discuss their works including crafts, jewelry, glass, pottery, paintings, photography, clothing, handcrafted cuisine, and more. Enjoy Township 7′s award winning wine, scrumptious food, along with delightful tunes. If you are a local artist interested in participating, please contact [email protected].
Bard in the Vineyard: Much Ado About Nothing July 7 to July 15, 2017
Experience Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing performed live in the vineyard. Full of sparkling merriment this sexy comedy sizzles as one set of lovers battles against a dirty trick and another simply battles each other in a “merry war”. Delight in the play’s witty dialogue performed by Bard in the Valley. Arrive early, bring a picnic and enjoy this talented local troupe paired with local wine all in an alfresco setting at Township 7. Purchase tickets online here »
Summer Music Series June 4 to October 1, 2017
Enjoy live music at Backyard Vineyards every weekend, all summer long. Talent includes John Gilliat, Fionn, Razzmajazz, Jayleen Stonehouse, Andrew Christopher, and more.
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The 34th annual YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards are being held tonight at the Vancouver Convention Centre, where over 80 nominees will be recognized in 12 categories.
I will have live coverage from the sold out event on Twitter throughout the night on @Miss604 and using the tag #YWCAWODA. A full list of nominees will be placed here following the event. Good luck to all!
YWCA Women of Distinction Awards
Arts, Culture & Design
Kathleen Bartels – Director, Vancouver Art Gallery
Business & the Professions
Anne Stewart – Partner Emeritus, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Community Champion
Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia – Co-Founder, Pacific Autism Network
Education, Training & Development
Nancy Olewiler – Professor, School of Public Policy, SFU
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Meredith Powell – Co-Founder, The Next Big Thing
Environmental Sustainability
Jennie Moore – Associate Dean, School of Construction and the Environment, BCIT
Health & Wellness
Dina Panagiotopoulos – Pediatric Endocrinologist, BC Children’s Hospital and Clinical Professor, Faculty of Medicine, UBC
Non-Profit
Patricia Woroch – CEO, Immigrant Services Society of BC
Public Service
Catherine Roome – President and CEO, BC Safety Authority
Research & the Sciences
Terry Thomas – Chief Scientific Officer, STEMCELL Technologies Inc.
Young Woman of Distinction
Nicole Ticea – Founder and HIV Researcher, OneWorld Diagnostics
Outstanding Workplace
Clearly
Connecting the Community
Shirley Weir – Founder, MenopauseChicks.com
Follow the YWCA of Vancouver on Facebook and Twitter for more information along with the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards @YWVanWODA on Twitter.
YWCA Metro Vancouver is dedicated to achieving women’s equality. Their mission is to touch lives and build better futures for women and their families through advocacy and integrated services that foster economic independence, wellness and equal opportunities.
Miss604 is the proud Social Media Sponsor of the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards, since 2010
Summer in Vancouver means a trip to the PNE with the family and no experience is complete without checking out the amazing entertainment lineup that the fair offers each year. This summer is no exception with a roster of exciting concerts announced this week.
PNE Summer Concerts
An eagerly anticipated part of The Fair at the PNE, this year’s summer night concerts feature an exciting array of world renowned Canadian and international artists in Pop, Flamenco, Rock ‘N’ Roll, R&B, Country and more, music fans will be wowed every night of The Fair.
The Summer Night Concerts, free with your Fair admission, will run nightly at 8:30pm in the PNE Amphitheatre.
Saturday, August 19, 2017 Mother Mother
Sunday, August 20, 2017 Billy Currington
Tuesday, August 22, 2017 The Pointer Sisters
Wednesday, August 23, 2017 High Valley
Thursday, August 24, 2017 ZZ TOP
Friday, August 25, 2017 Chicago
Saturday, August 26, 2017 Colin James
Sunday, August 27, 2017 Huey Lewis and The News
Tuesday, August 29, 2017 Tom Cochrane with Red Rider
Wednesday, August 30, 2017 The B-52s
Thursday, August 31, 2017 The Doobie Brothers
Friday, September 1, 2017 Rick Springfield
Saturday, September 2, 2017 The Gipsy Kings ft Nicolas Reyes and Tonino Baliardo
Sunday, September 3, 2017 iHeartRadio Beach Ball**
Monday, September 4, 2017 iHeartRadio Beach Ball**
**iHeartRadio Beach Ball will not be free with Fair Gate admission.
Update! iHeartRadio Beach Ball Lineup
The iHeartRadio Beach Ball is Sunday, September 3 and Monday, September 4 at the PNE Amphitheatre during The Fair at the PNE. The latest live event to join iHeartRadio’s roster of festivals and concerts, iHeartRadio Beach Ball features performances by Alessia Cara, Scott Helman, Shawn Hook, Virginia to Vegas, and The Strumbellas on Day 1 (September 3), and Blondie, Christian Hudson, Ruth B, Serena Ryder, and Train on Day 2 (September 4). Additional talent announcements will be made in the coming weeks. Tickets go on sale on Friday, June 23rd from ticketleader.ca.
Seating & Reserved Tickets
First come, first served for general admission free with your fair admission. Bleachers and standing floor options available. Reserved seating available at stage front and in a reserved bleacher section for select shows. Reserved tickets will be available to purchase starting at 10:00am on Wednesday, May 31, 2017. New this year, reserve a private party suite for the nightly concert. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩
The Columbia StrEAT Food Truck Fest, Canada’s largest one-day food truck festival returns to New Westminster this summer! Presented by the Downtown New West BIA and Save-On-Foods, admission is free for this festival of food along the riverfront with live music, beer garden, and more.
Columbia StrEAT Food Truck Fest
When: Saturday, July 29, 2017 4:00pm to 10:00pm
Where: Downtown New Westminster
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After major success in 2016 with 150 vendors and food trucks, 120,000 attendees, you can once again #GETTRUCKEDUP with the superstars of the street food world – including Vij’s Railway Express, Tacofino, Japadog, C’est si bon, and Feastro the Rolling Bistro among many others.
Visit favourites and discover new treats from Flying Fish & Chipper, Holi Masala, and Memphis Mike BBQ. Savour your food under shaded patios, feel the breeze by the Riverfront, and grab a refreshing drink at one of the many beer gardens, all while listening to local live music featured throughout the fest.
In between your foodie adventures, stop by the first ever Style Hive where beloved local boutiques, alongside Vancouver’s Fashion Truck and Ardillas United Truck will be showcasing the fashion trends you need to #GETSTYLEDUP for the rest of your summer escapades.
Beat the heat and drop into the Anvil Centre to explore a wide range of unique handmade beauty, crafts, and edible goodies in the Artisan Market. Browse through the local New West Farmers Market and visit many Downtown businesses participating in the Save-On- Foods community area.
