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Whistler Film Festival 2008 Coverage

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Whistler Film Festival will be taking place next week, from December 4th until the 7th and Miss604.com has been accredited. I won’t be able to make it up to the snowy cobblestones of the village however freelance journalist, actress, and friend of mine (since before the term ‘BFF’ was even coined), Michelle Kim, will […]

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Mint Records Ridiculously Early Christmas Party

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

If you’re getting in the holiday spirit and are looking for some music-filled events to fill up your social calendar take note of these two concerts happening back to back next weekend. December 5, 2008 Time: 7:05pm Where: Ukrainian Hall, 905 E Pender at Hawks Tickets: $8 in advance and $10 at the door Mint […]

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Best of 604 for 2008

Comments 8 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Each year around the time of my blogiversary I write a reflective post or hold a contest. For 2008 I’m going to invite everyone celebrate the online efforts of others from across the region with the Best of 604, since being ‘hyper-local’ is what I do. As often as I can, I try to highlight […]

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Eastside Cultural Crawl 2008

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The 12th annual Eastside Cultural Crawl is taking place over the next three days and will be filled with art appreciation and free events. View the Google Map The Eastside Culture Crawl is an annual 3-day November event that involves artists who live in Vancouver’s Eastside in an area bounded by Main St., 1st Ave., […]

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Holiday Events Preview for Metro Vancouver 2008

Comments 4 by Rebecca Bollwitt

My Christmas hatchetChristmas morning 2007 It’s the time of year that makes me excited for brisk walks where you need to cover your nose with your scarf to help it thaw and cozying up with hot chocolate and a blanket on the couch while watching Peter Billingsley shoot his eye out. In local malls, castles […]

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World Diabetes Day in Metro Vancouver

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

As noted last month, today is World Diabetes Day. In order to bring awareness and support of this cause to people around our very own region, events and activities will be taking place throughout the day. Yesterday, Surrey mayor Dianne Watts unveiled a World Diabetes Day flag, that is now waving above 152nd at Flag […]

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Cornucopia in Whistler: Festival Recap

by Jennifer Miles

The following was contributed by Jennifer who attended Cornucopia on behalf of Miss604.com Wind and heavy rain weren’t enough to put a damper on this year’s Cornucopia food and wine fest. From wine tastings and food seminars to amazing parties there was much to take in over this past weekend in Whistler. November is one […]

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Vancouver Hopscotch Festival 2008

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

At the recent Gibson’s Finest Iron Bar Competition and Molson Brewery experience I got to learn the ropes when it comes to tasting some mighty fine spirits. This week all are invited to attend the 12th annual Hopscotch Festival around Vancouver to sip and sample whisky and premium beers from around the world. In addition […]

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Cornucopia Whistler's Celebration of Food and Wine

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

While we’re busy planning WordCamp Whistler (my official post about the event will be out next week) the village is bursting at the seams with libations and delicious treats this weekend with Cornucopia. Cornucopia is Whistler’s premier wine and food extravaganza. The annual event is a unique opportunity to mingle, mix and learn from acclaimed […]

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Babz Fundraiser Tonight

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Tonight friends, family, peers, fans, and industry types will be gathering for a fundraiser at The Caprice on Granville in honor of legendary actress Babz Chula. Babz Chula is regarded as one of Canada’s most accomplished actors and a veritable life force in Vancouver’s independent film community. She is a generous mentor to young artists […]

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