Langley Wine Events Summer 2017

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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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YWCA Women of Distinction Awards Winners List 2017

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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

YWCA Women of Distinction Awards

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

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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

PNE Summer Concerts and Entertainment 2017

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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.

Today in Vancouver Part 2: Swingers and Spinners | The PNE Fairgrounds

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 ⟩⟩

Columbia StrEAT Food Truck Fest

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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

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.

Vancouver Festival of Ocean Films: Win Tickets

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The Vancouver Festival of Ocean Films returns for its 8th year on June 4th, presenting a selection of short- and feature-length documentaries that focus on the ocean and the important role that this resource has in supporting healthy and prosperous communities and economies.

Vancouver Festival of Ocean Films

Vancouver Festival of Ocean Films

Where: Vancity Theatre (1181 Seymour St, Vancouver)
When: Sunday, June 4, 2017 3:00pm-9:30pm
Tickets: Tickets are $15 for a single screening, or $25 for the double header.

There are two screenings: 3:00pm and 7:30pm, with Q&As at 5:30pm and 9:30pm. The panel discussion on coastal waters begins at 6:30pm.

This year, marine experts and filmmakers will lead Q&As after each screening, and there will be a panel discussion (starting at 6:30pm) on cross-border marine protection, with experts from Canada and the United States.

The festival is also highlighting the Pacific Northwest’s Orca Awareness Month in June by presenting Sonic Sea, a feature film that investigates the impact that human-made noise is having on whales.

Net profits will be donated to Georgia Strait Alliance to assist with the organization’s mission to protect and restore the marine environment, and promote the sustainability of the Strait of Georgia, its adjoining waters and communities.

Win Tickets

I have a pair of tickets to give way to the full day of documentaries, Q&As with filmmakers, and a cross-border panel discussion with US and Indigenous input on marine management! 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 Tuesday, May 30, 2017.

The Vancouver Festival of Ocean Films is dedicated to the issues, personalities and sports of the world’s oceans. The goal is to increase awareness about relationships with oceans, while educating and motivating audiences.

Update The winner is Jazzy!