I have recently rekindled a love affair with books — books about Vancouver, history, cooking, and life. It could be the fact that I’m now a published author myself, but there’s always been something charming about the anticipation of flipping to the next page to be even more inspired, intrigued and educated. I was recently […]

The Olympic and Paralympic Countdown Clock in front of the Vancouver Art Gallery was a symbol of the Olympic Games for many. It ticked away the months, days, hours, minutes and seconds of anticipation for what became the largest global party this city has ever seen. Photo credit: Robert Scales on Flickr At first it […]

I’ve been to New York twice before but each time has been for no longer than 3 days. Months ago I booked a trip with Keira who has been planning her visit to the Big Apple since I met her, and even long before that. She had studied the MTA subway maps, memorized streets and […]

Bike to Work and School Week in Vancouver is coming up May 31st – June 6th. Photo: Spacing Magazine You can either hop on your bike or sign up with the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition to track your commute or sign up with a team. You can also register your workplace and become a team […]

The EPIC Sustainable Living Expo, which usually lives up to its massive name, takes place this Friday, Saturday and Sun at the new Vancouver Convention Centre. Mike Holmes at EPIC 2008 There are well over 100 exhibitors showcasing techniques, services and wares that span from soda pop to yoga and everything in between. A large […]

Even though the weather isn’t quite cooperating, Vancouver’s social calendar is heating up toward the end of the month. The following community events, presented in Link Fest form, have been either researched or submitted via my contact form. Photo credit: ng.kelven on Flickr Tuesday June 1, 2010 Book launch for Show & Tell – Unlocking […]

Yesterday the Sun reported that City Hall is poised to expand Vancouver’s street food menu by launching a pilot project this summer that will allow mobile kitchens on wheels to operate alongside our existing hotdog and chestnut carts. Photo credit: stevelyon on Flickr The move will likely expand the menu available on city sidewalks from […]

Vancouver’s first Cupcake Challenge is taking over the Roundhouse in Yaletown on Sunday June 20th, filling it with sprinkles, frosting, and some healthy competition. Photo credit: Aaron Landry on Flickr What Vancouver’s 1st Cupcake Challenge Who Various cupcakes bakers and businesses in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland Where Roundhouse Community Centre in Yaletown When June […]

LCD Soundsystem is coming to the Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park for an outdoor concert May 31st. John introduced me to LCD Soundsystem a few years ago and their songs are the perfect addition to anyone’s iTunes playlist (and always a treat when they come up mid-shuffle). Tickets are currently available through LiveNation and if […]

Friday May 28th is Loud Shirt Day in Vancouver benefiting The Children’s Hearing and Speech Centre in BC. Photo by: Loud Shirt Day on Flickr The idea is to register yourself, your workplace or your friends and raise funds while wearing your loudest, wackiest, craziest shirt possible. Think Jeans Day but for another cause and […]