Archive of posts tagged "events"

Jerry Doucette and Bands in a Show of Hearts for Variety

Comments 6 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Just ahead of the 48th annual Variety Show of Hearts Telethon on Global BC, January 25th and 26th, legendary BC rocker Jerry Doucette is teaming up with four other local bands and putting on a concert on January 18th in New Westminster that will also benefit Variety. Jerry Doucette and Bands in a Show of […]

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WinterBites Music and Winter Festival Comox Valley

by Rebecca Bollwitt

WinterBites Music and Winter Festival in the Comox Valley runs January 16th to January 31, 2014 with a series of activities and events that will warm your spirits and entertain the family this season. WinterBites Music and Winter Festival The Comox Valley is known for its farm-to-table restaurants and fresh seafood, outdoor adventures, its arts […]

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CBC Toque Sessions Free Concert Series

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Free concerts and the CBC in Vancouver go hand-in-hand, and while it’s a little too chilly — and soggy — to host their popular outdoor Musical Nooners at this time of year, they are bringing back the CBC Toque Sessions free concert series. Now in its 5th year, the CBC Vancouver’s Toque Sessions free concert […]

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Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival returns this month as two dozen local purveyors offer up over 60 delightfully tasty and creative cocoa concoctions. Photo credit: stephbond on Flickr Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival Now in its fourth year, the festival is presented by CityFood Magazine and will run from January 18th until February 14th, 2014. A […]

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YWCA Women of Distinction Awards 2014: Nominations Open

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Nominations are now open for the 2014 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards in Vancouver. This is the 31st anniversary of the awards which celebrate women in various fields who have inspired, educated, and paved the way for future generations. Photo credit: John Bollwitt on Flickr Since 1984, the awards have paid tribute to 374 outstanding […]

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