Steveston’s own Hog Shack Cook House is celebrating its 2nd anniversary with a big birthday bash called Swinefest. With the partnership of BeerThirst and Oregon’s Rogue Brewing, they’re putting together a multi-course barbecue and beer feast of epic proportions. Swinefest will feature a 5-course dinner with each course paired with Rogue’s beers, from Maple Bacon […]

The Gazillion Bubble Show returns to Vancouver in November to dazzle and amaze audiences of all ages with amazing bubble feats. The Broadway show made its Canadian debut last spring and it’s back with lasers, bubble stunts, and 18 Guinness World Records under creator Fan Yang’s belt. Step into an interactive bubble world and be […]

The 5th annual Timeraiser is happening Thursday, November 8, 2012 at the Roundhouse in Yaletown. It’s the only event around that combines supporting local artists through an artwork auction with raising volunteer hours for local causes. Photo credit: GusF on Flickr Tickets are currently on sale for $20 and the goal is to raise 4,000 […]

BC is known for its own wine country in the Okanagan but I’m also a big fan of our hyper-local wineries in the Fraser Valley and the Lower Mainland. One of which is Township 7 Vineyards off of 16th Ave in Langley. This month Township 7 has teamed up to support the Pacific Assistance Dogs […]

Disney on Ice presents Dare to Dream is coming to the Pacific Coliseum November 21-25, 2012. In honor of this show, Disney on Ice is partnering with Hype Hair Studio in Vancouver to support a very worthy local cause, Balding for Dollars. Disney On Ice is inviting the community to cut and donate their hair […]

The popular Circle Craft Christmas Market returns November 7th to 11th this year, showcasing local artisans, crafters, designers, and DIY ideas for the holiday season. Products on display at the exhibitor booths include children’s clothing, candles and soaps, clay, dolls and toys, fibre, fashion jewelry, home decor, leather, metal, wood, visual arts and much more. […]

Mountain View is Vancouver’s only cemetery and around this time of year, it’s bustling with activity. From being a major stop on the Haunted Vancouver Trolley Tour to hosting its own series of workshops and events called All Souls.

The Parade of Lost Souls Festival is currently underway with the Secret Souls Walk and Dance Party rounding out the festivities on Saturday. Photo credit: Eyesplash & Tim Gage on Flickr Photo credit: PiscesDreamer & PiscesDreamer on Flickr This year’s Secret Souls Walk invites artists, performers and patrons to explore what the end of this […]

yoyomama was one of the first parent blogs on my radar thanks to Annemarie Tempelman-Kluit‘s presence at local events and conferences over the years. While I’m not a parent myself, yoyomama is a great resources for families, entertainment info, and events in Vancouver and Toronto. They have recently launched On The Go Kids, an iPhone […]

The first romantic film I ever saw was Moonstruck, starring Cher and Nicolas Cage. One of my all-time favourite scenes in that film is when Cage’s character takes Cher’s character to her first operatic experience, La Bohème, at the glorious Metropolitan Opera and how Cage’s hand inches toward Cher’s, while a woman sings heartbreakingly, and […]