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March 31 - April 1,
2007
The Vancouver Orchid
Festival will be hosting a special orchid event! This unique plant sale
event blooms only on March 31 and April 1, 2007 at the Vandusen Botanical
Gardens Floral Hall. www.orchidfest.com
March 31 to April 1,
2007
SEA to SKY International
Cheerleading Championship. The Sea to Sky is the Premier Cheerleading
Event of the Year. It's being held at the prestigious Vancouver Convention
& Exhibition Centre which is the site of the 2010 Olympic Games. Teams
from all across Canada and the USA are coming together for a memorable
and exciting championship. Vancouver Convention & Exhibition
Centre; 1-888-SEE 2 SKY (733-2759)
March 31 to April 8,
2007
Canada's third largest
Auto Show, and one of Western North America's premier automotive exhibition
events. BC Place, 604.214.9964, www.bcautoshow.com
April 1, 2007
Children's Toy &
Clothes Only Market. Buy or sell used childrens toys and clothes. Tables
are $10 and go on sale Jan 27. In person registration only. Only used materials
can be sold. No merchants or businesses. Sun, Apr 1 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Free
Admission. Douglas Park Community Centre, Vancouver; 604-257-8130.
April 1, 2007
Spring Craft and Bake
Sale at Port Moody Legion Auditorium (2513 Clarke Street); 604-936-1312
April 1 - 7, 2007
Vancouver East Cultural
Centre Presents BIGGER THAN JESUS. Who was Jesus? Was he the Son
of God or just another prophet? Bigger than Jesus begins with a 33-year-old
man coming face to face with the Roman Catholicism ingrained in his youth.
He leads us on a quest to understand the tremendous impact that a Jewish
peasant from Galilee has had on the world. Through twelve interlocking
character portraits (mirroring the 12 stages of the Passion), we confront
varying interpretations of Christ and Christianity, and the often cavernous
gulf between them. Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 604.251.1363, https://www.vecc.bc.ca
April 1, 8, 15, 22,
29, 2007
Jericho Hill Community
Drumming Circle. Everyone Welcome!! This is a fun, intergenerational,
multicultural and rhythmical celebration, all ages and stages welcome,
first-time-beginner-friendly, wheelchair accessible, drums and instruments
provided. Jericho Hill Centre, 4196 West 4th Avenue.
April 1 - 9, 2007
Bunnies in the Brambles
Easter Egg Hunt. 2 weeks before Easter, by reservation only(so the Easter
Bunny can hide your basket). A great family outing on the farm! Take a
farm Tour and then look through the forest for your bunny basket! Greenhill
Acres in Ryder Lake, https://www.greenhillacres.com
April 1 - 12, 2007
Proactive Approaches
to Challenging Behaviour: a workshop for parents. Cost: $25 for three
Thursday sessions. This workshop will provide parents with a positive approach
to dealing with challenging behaviour and tools to create positive environments.
Harbour View Elementary, Coquitlam; 604-931-1977
April 1 - 14, 2007
Intelligent Ape Equity
Co-op presents Bertolt Brecht's The Life of Galileo. Bertolt Brecht’s powerful
The Life of Galileo, in a version by Howard Brenton, comes to Vancouver
directed by Tariq Leslie, with Peter New in the title role. Western
Front theatre, 604.631.2735
April 1 - 21, 2007
Playhouse Theatre
Company presents THE SYRINGA TREE. Held over in 2005 and now back by popular
demand, the Playhouse is pleased to reprise its staging of the immensely
popular one-woman play, The Syringa Tree. This is a personal, deeply evocative
story of the abiding love between two families, one black, one white and
the two children that are born into their shared household in the early
1960s South Africa. Seen through the eyes of a child, six-year old Elizabeth
Grace, as she tries with humour and sometimes palpable fear, to make sense
of the chaos, magic and darkness of Africa, we follow their destinies in
a story that spans four generations, from early apartheid to the present
day free South Africa. Vancouver Playhouse, 604.873.3311
April 2, 2007
Vancouver Public Library's
City Poets series present Stephen Collis, reading from his book "Anarchive".
He reworks the familiar story of the Spanish Civil War and the anarchist
uprising that burst forth in its midst. "Anarchive" explores the possibilities
for poetry in the long tradition of transaction and tension between art
and political rhetoric. (Free admission). Vancouver Public Library,
Central Branch 350 W. Georgia, (604) 331-4044
April 3 - 5, 2007
Mirror, Mirror.
A sophisticated and witty theatrical performance that raises awareness
about teen life and depression, produced by Vancouver Coastal Health's
Youth Theatre Action Group. Using an entertainingly unique script, the
powerful artistry in Mirror, Mirror depicts the often-taboo issue in an
honest manner that gets the attention of the audience. The play manages
to weave in elements of compassion and wit while dealing with many manifestations
of depression including: emotional detachment; co-dependency; bi-polar
disorder; bulimia; and suicide. April 3, 7:30pm, April 4-5, 1:15pm &
7:30pm, Roundhouse Community Centre (Davie & Pacific) Vancouver. Free
for school groups, and by donation for public. Tix and info 604-321-0694.
April 4, 2007
Marcia Morash: Gwaii
Haanas Marine. VPL's Parks Canada Speaker series presents a talk
by Parks Canada project manager, Marcia Morash. Gwaii Haanas Marine is
where boundary between earth and ocean exists only on a map. Find out how
a national marine conservation area reserve would protect this special
place from mountaintop to deep sea. (Free admission. Co-sponsored by Parks
Canada). Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia;
(604) 331-4044
April 5, 2007
Beaver Watch at Burnaby
Lake Regional Park. 6:45 PM - 8:45 PM. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359
or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
April 6, 2007
Capilano College Performing
Arts Theatre Presents THE GUTHRIE FAMILY LEGACY TOUR. Following the success
of his 2005 Vancouver appearance, Arlo Guthrie is back with a family-oriented
show celebrating four generations of Guthrie magic. Arlo and company will
visit songs and share stories enriched with archival recordings, including,
of course, his most famous recitation - Alice's Restaurant. Chan
Centre for the Arts, 604.990.7810, https://www.capcollege.bc.ca/theatre
April 6, 2007
Kenny Rogers. He may
have started out a folkie and later a '60s pop/rocker but Texan Kenny Rogers
really hit the big time as a country dude with hits like "Lucille" and
"The Gambler". This one's sure to sell out. River Rock Theatre, Richmond;
www.ticketmaster.ca
April 6 - 8, 2007
Chilliwack Pow Wow.
The 15th Annual Chilliwack Pow Wow runs Friday from 7pm-12pm, Saturday
from 1pm-12pm and Sunday from 10am-9pm. Chilliwack Heritage Park, 604-847-3443,
www.chilliwackpowwow.ca
April 7, 2007
Vaisakhi Parade Celebration.
Every year in April, millions of Sikhs world-wide celebrate the birth of
the Sikh identity. In 1699, Sri Guru Gobind Singh, formed the order
of the Khalsa (The Pure) and thus forming the present Sikh identity.
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji filled the Khalsa with love for humanity and strenghth
to protect the innocent. This would lay a foundation that would see
the Sikhs prosper to different parts of the globe, where they have contributed
significantly to the social and economic structure of their adopted homelands.
The Vaisakhi Celebration in Surrey celebrates more than just the birth
of the Sikh identity. Gathering crowds of more than thousands, the
Vaisakhi Parade symbolizes deversity and multiculturalism. Gurdwara
Dashmesh Darbar Temple-12885-85th Ave., Surrey; 604-825-1605
April 7, 2007
Complete with Easter
egg hunt, Fraser River Safari will take guests from Historic Mission Harbour
up to the Harrison Confluence. Guests will ride in style in our 21 passenger,
fully covered and heated all weather “Safari” craft. Cruise the area so
richly steeped in history and culture and also home too many different
types of wildlife. After the first leg of our journey our adventurers will
get to participate in a fun Easter egg hunt on a site that is over 100
years old. Something for everyone of all ages. Book Now 1-866-348-6877
or info@fraserriversafari.com.
Easter tour is Saturday April 7th 2007 at 9:30am Kids ride free today!
(maximum 2 children per family). www.FraserRiverSafari.com
April 7, 2007
Easter Eggcellent
Adventure, Cloverdale Recreation Centre. Crafty creations, games
and fun. Enjoy an evening out with your child. Children must
be with an adult. 604-502-6400.
April 7, 2007
Museum Mad Hatter
Party, Richmond Museum, 604-247-8300
April 7, 2007
Seedy Saturday. Get
a great start on your garden at the Stewart Farm’s annual seed and plant
sale. Purchase heritage vegetable, flower and herb seeds, fruit trees and
nursery plants. Master Gardeners will be on site to answer your questions.
Historic Stewart Farm, South Surrey; Drop in, by donation
April 7, 2007
Breakfast with Bunny.
Come to this fantastic family event! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, arts &
crafts and a visit from the Easter Bunny. This event will sell out, so
please remember to buy your tickets early! $5/child, $6/adult. Mount
Pleasant Community Centre, 604-713-1888.
April 7, 2007
Easter Eggstravaganza.
Enjoy breakfast, crafts, face painting and a mini egg hunt with the Easter
Bunny! Everyone attending must be registered (sorry, no drop-ins). $6.50
per person, all ages. Bar code 114687. Saturday, 10:30am-12:00noon, April
7. Willingdon Community Centre, 1491 Carleton Avenue. Phone 604.299.1446.
April 7, 2007
Easter Eggstravaganza.
For children ages 3 to 8 years. Join us for a morning of Eggciting entertainment
and action! The show warms you up for the popular egg hunt, a search for
bright and colourful eggs, big and small. The Easter bunny will be joining
us. Sat, April 7 11:00 am-12:30 pm $5 /child/. Douglas Park Community
Centre; 604-257-8130.
April 7, 2007
Easter Eggstravaganza.
Meet the EasterBunny at the annual Easter Egg Hunt and Festivities. There
will be crafts, entertainment and a concession.This event always sells
out so you must preregister!!Don't miss this hopping good time for children
10 and under. Champlain Rec Centre, 604 718 6582.
April 7, 2007
Easter Fair.
Join in Easter fun for the family with egg painting, colouring, making
bonnets, pysanki and an egg hunt for the little ones. Learn about the real
Easter Bunny and friends as you meet rescue animals; from rabbits and hamsters
to Chihuahuas, greyhounds and an array of cats. Surrey Museum, 604-592-6956
April 7, 2007
Grand Opening - Taoist
Tai Chi Centre. The public is invited to join members of the Taoist
Tai Chi Society from around the world at the Grand Opening of their Pacific
Regional Centre. Opening ceremony at 11:30am, free Jai vegetarian meal
at !2:30, demonstrations from 1 to 4 pm. Learn how to improve your strength,
flexibility and balance while practicing; 588 East 15th Ave., Vancouver,
604-681-6609.
April 8, 2007
Aberdeen Centre's
Easter Carnival. Aberdeen Centre in Richmond is going to host a fun-fill
afternoon of events on Easter Sunday targeted to families and children
Arrival of Easter Bunny - Central Atrium, Meet and Greet with Bunny’s Friends
from the Barn - All mall levels, Tattoo Body Art for the Little Ones -
Central Atrium, Balloon Fun with Bunny Princess - Central Atrium, Cute
N’ Cuddly Animal Show - 1/F Hallway; 2pm – 4pm, 4151 Hazelbridge
Way (and Cambie Road ), Richmond, www.aberdeencentre.com
April 8, 2007
Easter Egg Hunt. Rumour
has it that the Easter Bunny will be stashing treats and prizes at the
pool! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Remember to bring your
bathing suit. $2.45 per person. Sunday, 12:00noon-2:00pm, April 8. C.G.
Brown Pool, 3702 Kensington Avenue. Phone 604.299.9374.
April 8, 2007
Easter Eggstravaganza.
Join us for our Easter celebration! We will be having an egg hunt in our
beautiful orchard at 11 am. Throughout the day there will be fun crafts
for the children. Farmer Chris is planning to have both chicks and rabbits
for the kids to snuggle. Kilby Historic Site, https://www.kilby.ca
April 9, 2007
Birds of Spring.
Join a morning bird walk to spot early spring migrants and courting birds,
and to check out who is using the wetland. Acquire basic identification
skills by using shape, colour, behaviour and song. No previous experience
necessary. Colony Farm Regional Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359
or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
April 10 - 15, 2007
Howe Sound Music Festival.
Produced by Howe Sound Arts Association of Squamish. Festival sites: St.
Anglican Church in Squamish and Our Lady of the Mountain Catholic Church
in Whistler. For more information please contact 604-898-5981 or visit
the website www.howesoundarts.org
April 11, 2007
David Suzuki.
World-renowned author and award-winning broadcaster and environmentalist,
Dr. David Suzuki will lead an engaging discussion about ‘The Challenge
of Sustainability’. He will examine the many challenges impacting our sustainability
efforts, discuss the issues of global warming and peak oil, and offer suggestions
for our City to achieve a positive future by 2030. Admission is by donation
and seating is limited. Please reserve your tickets in advance by calling
604-985-7761, emailing info@cnv.org or
by visiting North Vancouver City Hall, 141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver,
BC.
April 12, 2007
An Affair to Remember:
Tango Argentino. Catch the fever and feel the passion that tango
can evoke. Join us for a beautiful evening of champagne, live and silent
auctions and listen to Linda Lee Thomas and her trio, Tangissimo. All funds
go to research and support services for those living with Parkinson's disease.
Pan Pacific Vancouver, 604.662.3240.
April 12 - 14, 2007
Ballet British Columbia
presents LEGENDS OF 20TH CENTURE DANCE, Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 604.732.5003,
https://www.balletbc.com
April 13, 2007
Evening at a Beaver
Pond. Enjoy an evening walk to the marsh, home to several resident
beavers. Learn about the animals and plants that live in and around beaver
ponds. Experience the sights, sounds and scents of spring: frog calls,
the flit of bats’ wings and the warning splash of a waking beaver.
Minnekhada Regional Park; Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
April 13, 2007
Hardy Hansen's Tribute
to Frank Sinatra. Hardy Hansen's Tribute to Frank Sinatra with special
guests Robert Miller's tribute to Buddy Holly. Free Event. Donations to
Canadian Cancer Society are strongly encouraged. Centennial Theatre, North
Vancouver; 604-984-4484, https://www.centennialtheatre.com
April 13 - 15, 2007
Chilliwack High School
Rodeo, Chilliwack Heritage Park, Free Admission, 604-823-4980.
April 13 - 15, 2007
Renaissance Dog Show,
Chilliwack Heritage Park, 604-882-1490, www.westerndogshows.com
April 13 - 15, 2007
Bradner 79th Annual
Flower Show. Prepare to be amazed at this celebration of spring's
beautiful and abundant blossoms. Organizers have been showcasing the diversity
of the Fraser Valley's spring flowers in Bradner for over 79 years.
The 79th Annual Bradner Flower Show will be held at the Bradner Community
Hall, 5305 Bradner Road. The Bradner Flower Show is held annually and is
the largest field-grown bulb area in BC and proudly displays a glorious
four hundred varieties during this spring flower show. Follow the daffodils
along Bradner Road in Abbotsford; 604.856.2794
April 13 - 22, 2007
Telus World Ski &
Snowboard Festival. For ten days Whistler is powered by an intense
collection of events, providing a grand finale to the competitive season.
Highlights include the internationally televised World Skiing Invitational
and World Snowboarding Championship, a high-energy outdoor music series,
one of the most prestigious action-sport photography events in the world,
demo days, film premieres, industry symposiums and non-stop parties! www.whistler2007.com
April 14, 2007
Treasures & Trinkets
Flea Market. 10th Annual Flea Market. If you have small household
furniture, appliances, tools, pictures, vases, books, cassettes, CD's,
children's toys, jewellery you no longer use then this is your chance to
sell those items! No clothing or large furniture items. Book your table
now! Fleetwood Community Centre, Surrey; 604-501-5032.
April 14, 2007
Interpretation Skills
Workshop. Interested in leading your own park nature and recreation
programs, or working in heritage interpretation? Volunteers, recreation
leaders and new interpreters will benefit from this professional and volunteer
skills development workshop. Spend a day with GVRD Parks’ senior
interpreters as they share their experience of their craft. You will network
and learn the philosophy of nature interpretation, different audience learning
styles, and elements of well planned programs. This workshop will inspire
experienced and novice interpreters alike! Booklet provided. Deas Island
Regional Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
April 14, 2007
Computer Swap Meets.
Get all your new & used monitors, printers, hardware, software, parts,
games, cameras, printer refills...and lots more! 11:00 AM - 4:00
PM. Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive; (604) 521-6304,
funpromo@shaw.ca
April 14, 2007
Kids Swap Meet at
Shannon Building, Cloverdale; 604-513-8880
April 14, 2007
Ocean Bloom's Fame
West: Muscle, Fitness, Figure, Model, A vast array of athletes covering
categories such as Natural bodybuilding, fitness, figure and fitness modeling.
All compete for the #1 spot. Centennial Theatre, North Vancouver;
604-984-4484, https://www.centennialtheatre.com
April 14, 2007
Pop Culture Collectibles
Fair. New & Vintage Comics, Toys & Collectibles, Records
- CD's - VHS - DVD's, Manga - Anime - Books, Jewelry - Magazines - Star
Wars, Hot Wheels - Wrestling - Canucks; 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Free Admission,
Free Parking, Croation Cultural Centre; (604) 521-6304, funpromo@shaw.ca
April 14 - 15, 2007
West Coast Custom
Motor Cycle Show at the Tradex Centre, Abbotsford; 1 877 580-0111, https://www.westcoastcustom.ca
April 15, 2007
The Vancouver Sun
Run Canada's biggest run and the second largest 10K race in North America.
Walk or run the scenic route through downtown Vancouver, finishing at B.C.
Place Stadium for snacks, refreshments and entertainment. 2007 will mark
the run's 23rd year. Downtown Vancouver, 604.689.9441, www.sunrun.com
April 15, 2007
Kidstuff Swapmeet.
If you want high-quality used kids’ clothes for infants to age 12, or are
looking for toys, books or games, this is the place to come. Free admission
for buyers. Sunday, 10:00am-2:00pm, April 15. Bonsor Complex, 6550
Bonsor Avenue. Phone 604.439.1860.
April 17, 2007
Calvin Sandborn: Harsh
Fathers Make Harsh Sons - But Change is Possible. Environmental lawyer
Calvin Sandborn discusses his book, "Becoming the Kind Father: A Son's
Journey", a book which documents how patriarchy hurts men and how they
can change it. (Free admission. Co-sponsored by Necessary Voices Society).
Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia, (604) 331-4044.
April 18, 2007
HSBC Stars on Ice.
Brian Orser tours for the final time in his career with 2007 HSBC Stars
on Ice. Don't miss your chance to see this Canadian icon skate in his final
tour. General Motors Place, 604.280.4400, www.starsonice.ca
April 19, 2007
Healthy Kids Preschool
Fair. Visit a health nurse, play on our indoor playground, take part in
activities and crafts and enjoy a snack. Community agencies specializing
in preschool services are on hand to answer any questions. Free admission.
Thursday, 9:30am-12:00noon, April 19. Bonsor Complex, 6550 Bonsor Avenue.
Phone 604.439.1860.
April 20, 2007
Black Gold. A screening
of Mongrel Media's documentary film, "Black Gold." In Ethiopia, the birthplace
of coffee, Tadesse Meskela is one man on a mission to save his 74,000 struggling
coffee farmers from bankruptcy. He travels the world in an attempt to find
buyers willing to pay a fair price. (Free admission. Co-sponsored by Necessary
Voices Society). Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W.
Georgia; (604) 331-4044.
April 21, 2007
Earth Day Dawn Chorus
Walk. EARTH DAY is the largest and most celebrated environmental
event in the world. Celebrate EARTH DAY this year with the HASTINGS PARK
CONSERVANCY on Saturday, April 21st, 2007 by joining us to enjoy natures
daily miracle, the DAWN CHORUS, in the Sanctuary at Hastings Park. Meet
our leaders AL & JUDE GRASS at 6.00 am at the NE corner of the Sanctuary
for a walk to listen to and identify the songs of our many amazing feathered
friends. Dress warmly and bring binoculars (if you have them) but please
leave your dogs at home. www.hastingspark.ca
April 21, 2007
Vancouver Scavenger
Hunt. Fee: $5 dollars. Money will go to prizes, food, and an overall
good time. Equipment: Digital Camera needed. Dont worry if you don't have
a camera, someone in your team might have one. If you don't have a digital
camera please let me know. Location: Downtown Vancouver. The Scavenger
Hunt will take place in and around the core of Downtown Vancouver. The
meeting place for the event will be sent to you closer to the date of the
event. Rules: Teams of four (two males and two females) have to acquire
all the items on a pre-determined list. Goal: The fastest team to acquire
the items and brings it to the judge(s) within the allotted time. Volunteers
are needed to help make this event the best it can be. 604-518-4288.
Please Contact Cuong at loichic@hotmail.com
if you want to volunteer your time and ideas.
April 21, 2007
Celebrate Earth Day.
A invitation to all to celebrate the wonders of nature. Mayor Sullivan
will open the event which includes an opportunity for participants to help
in the planting of 700 trees which will aid in the restoration. Multicultural
Nature tours, entertainment, chidren games will also take place. A great
Family Event! Everett Crowley Park, marg.weiss@vancouver.ca
April 21, 2007
Earth Day Celebration.
Bring the family to a party for the planet! Celebrate Earth Day with FREE
activities, live music, face-painting, storytelling, environmental displays,
tree-planting and fun for all at Bear Creek Park, Surrey; 604-501-5121.
April 21 - 22, 2007
6th Annual KERRISDALE
ANTIQUES FAIR. An annual Vancouver favorite held in the charming
and historic neighborhood of Kerrisdale, this show features over 270 tables
of 18th, 19th and 20th century antiques and vintage collectibles...a style
for every collector, from folk to formal! Antique & estate jewelry,
Mid-centuy Modernist decor, French country & formal furnishings, Pop
culture classics, Sterling & silver-plate, Antiquarian books, Old advertising
& memorabilia, Primitives, Boho & shabby chic styles, Ephemera,
Art Nouveau & Art Deco, Garden accents, Retro lighting & fixtures,
Moorcroft, Tribal & native arts, Vintage kitchenalia, Decorative pottery
& glass, Chintz, Painting & prints, Nautical, Paris chic accessories,
Irish linens & lace, Boudoir collectibles, and much, much more...General
Admission $6 at Door - Children Under 13 Free with Adult Admission - Free
Parking - On-Site Snack Bar - Fully Wheelchair Accessible. Kerrisdale
Arena, 5670 East Boulevard at 41st Avenue; 604-980-3159, www.21cpromotions.com/kerrisdale/index.html
April 21 to September
30, 2007
Playland. B.C.'s premier
nine-acre amusement park filled with electrifying rides. Pacific National
Exhibition Park. PNE Fair Grounds; 604.253.2311, www.pne.ca
April 22, 2007
Earth Day in the LSCR.
Be a part of Earth Day in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. Become
an active steward as you discover and help take care of this regional treasure
located within the Seymour Watershed. Spend a part of your day removing
invasive plants species from trail areas and wildlife habitats, planting
native species to disturbed areas, and cleaning up along the way. Celebrated
every April 22, Earth Day is the largest, most celebrated environmental
event worldwide with the goal to improve the state of the environment by
empowering Canadians to achieve local solutions. Earth Day gives people
the opportunity to make a positive difference where they live, work, and
spend their leisure hours. Free. Call 604-987-1273 for more information.
April 22, 2007
Earth Day in the LSCR.
Be a part of Earth Day in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. Become
an active steward as you discover and help take care of this regional treasure
located within the Seymour Watershed. Spend a part of your day removing
invasive plants species from trail areas and wildlife habitats, planting
native species to disturbed areas, and cleaning up along the way. Celebrated
every April 22, Earth Day is the largest, most celebrated environmental
event worldwide with the goal to improve the state of the environment by
empowering Canadians to achieve local solutions. Earth Day gives people
the opportunity to make a positive difference where they live, work, and
spend their leisure hours. Free. Call 604-987-1273 for more information.
www.gvrd.bc.ca/water/pdfs/LSCRDirectionsBusMap.pdf
April 22, 2007
Centennial Theatre
Family Festival presents Family Portrait -- Sursaut Dance. Spellbinding
choreographies and unusual and engaging characters present the portrait
of a family, apparently ordinary, but behind appearances are dreams and
imagination. Ages 4 and up, 60 minutes. Centennial Theatre, North
Vancouver; 604-984-4484, https://www.centennialtheatre.com
April 23 - 29, 2007
North Shore Bear Festival.
The 1st Annual North Shore Bear Festival brings week long fun, eco-educational
initiatives to the schools, residents and community at large. Friday, April
27 at the Kay Meek Centre (604-913-3634) Evening of Bear Talk, 7pm with
Renowned Experts, Ben Kilham and Charlie Russell . Tickets $12/$10/$7.
Sunday, April 29th the week culminates in a Free Bear Fest Family Day at
Ambleside Park from 10am to 4pm.To participate, sponsor, volunteer or for
more information see website Come and Help Us Celebrate Our Bears!
604-924-0807, https://northshorebearfest.com
April 24, 2007
UNIQUE LIVES &
EXPERIENCES: SIGOURNEY WEAVER. What do you do if you are a charismatic,
freethinking, extremely intelligent actress that is six feet tall, dwarfing
most male leads? You replace the male lead and become the most lucrative
action hero in franchise history! Empowering women and telling their stories
is the common theme of Weaver's varied work, as reflected in her Academy
Award nominated portrayal of Dian Fossey in GORILLAS IN THE MIST. She calls
herself a late bloomer; married at 34, a mother at 40, though, in truth
her path was not an easy one. Her failures will tug at your heart, just
as the successes she eked from them will warm your soul. Sigourney Weaver
is a role model for spirited women of any age. Tickets 604-280-3311, https://www.uniquelives.com/cities/07van.htm
April 26, 2007
The Dance Centre’s
Discover Dance! series presents Dancers Dancing. The versatile repertory
company Dancers Dancing presents an exciting and engaging lecture-demonstration
introducing the world of contemporary dance. Expect full-throttle dancing
of grace and power, and illuminating dialogues with the five dancers and
Artistic Director Judith Garay. Presented in celebration of International
Dance Day. 12 noon at Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St , Vancouver
. Tickets $9/$7 students, seniors and children from 604 231 7535 www.ticketstonight.ca.
Info: 604 606 6400 www.thedancecentre.ca.
April 26, 2007
The 2030 Challenge
- Carbon-neutral buildings by 2030. Come and listen to Edward Mazia,
founder of Architecture 2030 and an international speaker on climate change
and architecture. Cities around the world are signing up for the 2030 Challenge.
Participants are encouraged to develop, by the year 2030, new buildings
using clean energy sources (no fossil fuels or sources that emit greenhouse
gases). Learn how EcoDensity might play a role in creating these carbon-neutral
buildings. Free Event. Alice MacKay Room, Library Square, 350 W.
Georgia; 604.873.7707.
April 26 - 29, 2007
Here For Kid's Expo,
Agriplex Complex, Cloverdale; 604-576-6431
April 27, 2007
8:00 pm James Cowan
Theatre (Shadbolt Centre for the Arts) Burnaby Ballet de Printemps is Canada's
newest professional ballet company. This innovative ensemble features seven
professional dancers from across North America, presenting a varied repertoire
of classical favourites and choreographic premieres. Spring tour includes
excerpts from Petipa's Paquita as well as the classical favourite, La Vivandiere.
The company will also premiere "The Cellist" to the music of J.S. Bach.
For more info visit: www.balletdeprintemps.com
or call us at 604 986 3857 BOX OFFICE: 604.205.3000
April 27, 2007
B.B. KING at the Orpheum
Theatre, Tickets 604-280-3311.
April 27, 2007
Evening of Bear Talk,Charlie
Russell and Ben Kilham. Evening with international renowned bear
experts Charlie Russell and Ben Kilham sharing their research and experiences
with grizzly and black bears over many years. Evening on the Wild Side
and part of the North Shore Bear Festival April 23 to 29th, 2007.
Kay Meek Centre, West Vancouver; 604-913-3643 10am to 4pm
April 27, 2007
Critical Mass in Vancouver;
Critical Mass is a grassroots reclamation of public space -- a bike ride
and skate -- held the last Friday of every month. You are invited to enjoy
the safety and comfort in the car-free space that we create by simply riding
together! Bicycles, skateboards, rollerskates, self propelled couches,
and any other form of human powered locomotion are all welcomed! We ride
around the city wherever people want to go - this is decided collectively
- the length of the ride depends on enthusiasm and is also collectively
decided. No one who comes is forced to or needs to break the law in order
to participate. Meet 5 to 5:30 at the Vancouver Art Gallery, leave
at 6pm;Critical Mass in Vancouver (https://www.bikesexual.org/cm/)
April 27 - 29, 2007
The Dance Centre invites
you to celebrate International Dance Day with a series of fun events showcasing
the art of dance, including free performances by Mozaico Flamenco Dance
Theatre, Mandala Arts and Culture and Jennifer Bishop & friends at
the Vancouver Public Library (Sat 12 noon), Kokoma Productions – African
dance and drum outside the Vancouver Art Gallery (Sat 3pm), ‘Pop Up Dances’
at various locations on Granville Island (Sun 12-4pm) and more. For information
and a full schedule of events call The Dance Centre at 604 606 6400 www.thedancecentre.ca
(https://www.thedancecentre.ca/)
April 28, 2007
Botany for Gardeners
Course Date: Saturday, April 28, 2007 Time: 9:00am to 12:00pm Instructor:
Quentin Cronk (Garden Director) Location: UBC Botanical Garden Pavilion
Cost: (General) $40.00 or (Garden Members) $33.00 Course Details Topics
to be covered: plant names and botanical Latin, plant structure, how an
understanding of plant ecology can save work in the garden, simple plant
physiology – the scientific basis of frost and drought tolerance, flowering
and pruning. Class Size 30 people maximum. Advance registration is required
by: email at botg@interchange.ubc.ca
, phone at (604) 822-3928, or visit our offices at 6804 SW Marine Drive
between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays.
April 28, 2007
Car Trunk Sale.
It’s a giant garage sale! Load up your cars, trucks and minivans with used
items you no longer need and stake your claim in our parking lot ($11.66
per stall). Call 604.291.1261 in advance to reserve your spot and to get
a copy of vendor guidelines. If you have a preference for the location
of your spot, please go in person to Bill Copeland Sports Centre to view
the map. Free admission for buyers. Saturday, 9:00am-2:00pm, April 28.
Bill Copeland Sports Centre, 3676 Kensington Avenue. Phone 604.291.1261.
April 28, 2007
Nature Walk.
FREE NATURE WALKS in the SANCTUARY at HASTINGS PARK - The Hastings Park
Conservancy hosts free monthly nature walks in the Sanctuary at Hastings
Park. Our spring 2007 walks will be on the fourth Saturday of each month
at 10.00 am - April 28th and May 26th. We meet at the North East corner
of the Sanctuary in Hastings Park, rain or shine. Come and discover our
urban wilderness. We have spotted 97 species in the eight years since the
Sanctuary was restored and hope to reach our 100th during this year. Bring
binoculars if you have them, but please leave your dogs at home. Walk ends
at about noon. Take the bus to Hastings & Renfrew Streets or there
is free parking on site if you tell the parking attendant that you are
going to the Sanctuary. www.hastingspark.ca
April 28, 2007
The Grind in the City.
Firefighters and the public are gearing up for the 8th Annual Grind in
the City presented by Firefit and benefiting Muscular Dystrophy Canada
(MDC). This exhilarating event includes a 42 story stair climbing competition
with many firefighters racing in full turnout gear and oxygen! Race individually,
in teams or relay! Prizes to be won for most pledges collected. Entrance
is $40.00 and all participants receive a T-shirt and pasta lunch. Check
in at 9am, start list posted at 10:30am, race start at 11am. All proceeds
to MDC, committed since 1954, to improving the lives of Canadians living
with neuromuscular disorders. Register at www.firefit.com,
604-742-2152.
April 28, 2007
Early Years Festival.
Join us for a day of workshops, entertainment, preschool activities, resource
booths and much more! North Surrey Recreation Centre; 604.502.6300
April 28, 2007
Sheep to Shawl.
Take a sheep, shear its wool, spin, weave and end up with a lovely shawl!
Enjoy the excitement of our annual guild competition and cheer on the contestants.
Surrey Museum, 604-592-6956.
April 28, 2007
Ann Davis Transition
Society 8th Annual Kid's Fun Fair. Fun Fair is open 10 am to 3:30pm
Over 40 different games and attractions. Admission is $1.00 for children,
$2.00 for adults. Parking by donation. All proceeds to non-government funded
children's programs. Chilliwack Heritage Park, 604-792-2760, www.anndavis.org
April 28, 2007
BC Classic & Custom
Car Show. This 11th annual show is western Canada's biggest indoor specialty
vehicle extravaganza. Classics, custom, vintage, imports, racing and high
performance, street machines and much more. More than 50 commercial exhibitors,
60 car clubs and 250 specialty vehicles. Returning again again for 2007
- Saturday Nitro - Top Ted Nitro Dragster Fire-ups. Tradex Centre, Abbotsford.
For further show information call 604.539.7223 or 604.671.7227
April 28, 2007
International Plowing
Match. Dozens of contestants from North America compete at the Northwest
Washington Fairgrounds to be known as the best plowing team in the Pacific
Northwest. The International Plowing Match is a day-long show with
plenty to eat nearby. Lynden, Washington. For more information, see https://www.northwestwashingtonfair.org
April 28, 2007
St. Thomas More Collegiate
is holding it’s annual Spring Fair. -This fair has something for all ages
to enjoy. -Free children’s activities such as games & craft tables,
Free childminding for- younger children, 90 Crafters, Plant Sale, Bake
Sale, Used Books/games sale, Bistro, Silent Auction, Raffles in a festive
friendly environment. -Be sure to mark your calendar for Saturday, April
28th from 10 – 3 at STMC 7450 12th Ave, Burnaby (Kingsway & 12th Ave)-
info on stmc.bc.ca
April 28 - 29, 2007
Festival of Wind,
Waves & Water Kite Event, East Beach, White Rock. British Columbia
Kitefliers Association, https://www.bcka.bc.ca/
info@bcka.bc.ca
April 29, 2007
"Race the Ridge" Bike
Festival. A fast paced event. The road time trial kicks off at 9:00
am in Golden Ears Park followed by the "Town Centre" in Memorial Peace
Park at 4:00 pm. A "Road Race" will also be held in the Thornhill
area. 604-463-5221, https://www.mapleridge.org
April 29, 2007
Bear Festival Day
at Ambleside Park. A Family Day of Eco-Fun and education with a focus
on 'celebrating our bears'. Entertainment, presentations, childrens activities,
food, music etc...come out and Celebrate Bears with US! 604-924-0807,
https://www.northshorebearfest.com
April 29, 2007
Goodbye Chums! free
family event. Everyone welcome. Free, registration not required.
Kanaka Creek Regional Park, Maple Ridge; Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359
or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
April 29, 2007
VSO SPECIAL: RICH
LITTLE. The Vancouver Symphony presents a special evening featuring master
impressionist Rich Little. Conducted by Chuck Hoover. Orpheum Theatre,
Tickets 604-280-3311 Ticketmaster Vancouver Symphony
April 29, May 6, 2007
Darts Hill Garden
Park Spring Open House 2007. Due to tremendous interest in visiting
the park, this spring will see two days where the public can come to enjoy
the fabulous Darts Hill Garden Park, the most outstanding plantsman’s garden
in Western Canada. Spring is a time when this garden shows off the colours
and fragrances of flowering shrubs, perennials and the largest selection
of tree species in the Pacific Northwest. Surrey’s own Darts Hill Garden
Park represents a great opportunity to see many unusual and rare plants
as well as good old fashioned easy to find favourites. Guides will be on
hand to point out plants of special interest and to answer all your questions.
16th Avenue, at 170th Street. For more information on Darts Hill
Garden Park, call 604.501.5050 or visit Surrey’s website at www.parks.surrey.ca
May 3 - 5, 8 - 10,
2007
Lola Dance presents
the world premiere of Provincial Essays, a new work for five dancers. This
piece is an eclectic collection of choreographic landscapes. The movement
vocabulary is inspired by observations of the natural world. Born out of
investigation into our emotional and physical terrain, Provincial Essays
represents landscapes embedded with persistent and inevitable obsessions.
Scotiabank Dance Centre - Faris Family Studio (677 Davie St.and Granville),
604 683 6552 or www.loladance.org
May 4 - 6, 2007
Maple Ridge Mountain
Festival. To celebrate the 29th Anniversary of Mountain Festival,
the planning committee is meeting now! The Society will be hosting children's
entertainment at the Fun Zone and the People's Choice Photography competition.
604-463-5221, https://www.mapleridge.org
May 6, 2007
"Anybody Can Make
Solar Ovens" at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts' Rhododendron Festival on
May 6, 2007. This is a FREE festival, open to the public. "Kids"
from 6 to 106 will enjoy creating and building free-form solar ovens. Its
an edu-fun activity! Solar ovens can be designed to fold, i.e. for a summer
camp. Its happening under the Solar Power Roadshow tent at "Rhodofest"
and everyone is invited. Free.
May 19, 2007
Blacksmithing, Saturdays,
9:00am-1:00pm, Burnaby Village Museum, 604-293-6501, https://www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca
May 27, 2007
RETRO DESIGN &
ANTIQUES FAIR. 175 tables and booths of fun, fabulous finds for you
and your eclectic abode! Mid- century Modernist decor, vintage & estate
jewelry, pop culture classics, Boho & shabby chic accents, French country
collectibles, old toys & dolls, retro glam accessories, decorative
art pottery & glass, funky 50's kitsch, Art Deco & Art Nouveau,
ephemera, paintings & prints, antiquarian books, textiles & linens,
memorabilia, period lighting & fixtures, and much, much more.
Croatian Cultural Centre, 604-980-3159, www.21cpromotions.com
Ongoing until April
8, 2007
Vancouver Canucks.
Games at General Motors Place. 604.899.4600, or visit https://www.canucks.com
for game schedule.
Ongoing to April 21,
2007
Arts Club Theatre
Company presents HOCKEY MOM, HOCKEY DAD. Just in time for the playoffs,
here comes the team to root for! Donna and Teddy, both single parents,
meet at the rink while watching their sons play minor league hockey. Between
periods, during penalties, and amid the whir and thrum of a Zamboni, an
unexpected romance soon blooms in the bleachers. Cheer on the pair as they
lick old wounds and take tentative, humourous steps back into the dating
game, all against the backdrop of our national obsession. Arts Club
Granville Island Stage, 604.687.1644, https://www.artsclub.com/20062007/20062007season.htm
Ongoing to April 30,
2007
2007 Vancouver Cherry
Blossom Festival & Haiku Invitational. We are delighted to announce
that the second annual Cherry Blossom Festival will take place in Vancouver
during March and April 2007. We invite poets from around the world to submit
one unpublished haiku inspired by the beauty of the cherry tree.
Top selected haiku will become part of a permanent stone Haiku Memorial
at Burrard SkyTrain Station in downtown Vancouver under the cherry tree
planted in 2006 to commemorate the inaugural festival. The Haiku Memorial
will be unveiled at the festival's opening mid March and selected haiku
will also be displayed on TransLink city buses and SkyTrain cars for a
period of two months. www.vcbf.ca
Ongoing to May 13,
2007
Fred Herzog: Vancouver
Photographs. No artist has chronicled Vancouver’s urban life as comprehensively
and with such sustained insight as photographer Fred Herzog, whose work
will be featured in the Vancouver Art Gallery exhibition Fred Herzog: Vancouver
Photographs from January 25 to May 13, 2007. Since 1953, Herzog has
produced more than 80,000 colour photographs of the city’s urban life –
the second-hand shops, vacant lots, neon signage and crowds of people who
have populated the streets over the past fifty years. Originally
created as slides, recent innovations in digital technology have allowed
Herzog a new freedom to print his images on a large scale, opening his
photographic world to a wider audience. The first retrospective to
survey his complete body of work, Fred Herzog: Vancouver Photographs will
feature more than 100 images covering the artist’s entire career.
Vancouver Art Gallery, 604-662-4719, https://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Ongoing to September
16, 2007
Vancouver Museum presents
Through the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond. Combining old ways with
advanced digital technology, the Cree of west central Saskatchewan tell
their story inspired by the art of one of their own – Allen Sapp. Through
the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond was developed using an elder-led process
and will offer visitors the images and voices of the Northern Planes Cree
recounting insights into their own history, culture and beliefs. The exhibition
provides a human face for issues such as reserve life, treaties and contemporary
Cree culture using oral testimony, objects and, of course, the art of Allen
Sapp. 604.736.4431, www.vanmuseum.bc.ca
Ongoing
Vancouver TheatreSports
League presents So You Think You Can Improvise... a parody of the TV hit
So You Think You Can Dance. It is a 100% non-scripted show that relies
on audience suggestions to move the show to its final conclusion. New Revue
Stage, www.vtsl.com
Ongoing
For the last 12 years
I've been running a non-profit organization in Delta called Air Time Canada.
We offer a free Aviation Camp where kids (and adults) learn how to co-pilot
an airplane and get a chance to try it out for real. It's completely
free, in that we cover the cost of the ground school, food, flights, fuel,
instructors, etc. Participants do have to pay for their own classroom
supplies. You can find out a lot more at: https://www.airfun.org
David Black, Director, Air Time Canada;
Ongoing
Vancouver Public Library
presents OPEN MIKE FOR TEENS. Are you tired of singing in the shower
or reading poetry to your cat? We are too and we're here to do something
about it! On the first Monday of every month between October and June,
teens are invited to come on stage in the Peter Kaye room at Central Library
and do their thing! Anything goes, from stories to poetry to songs.
It can be your own material or someone else's. It doesn't matter who wrote
it, we wanna hear it. Library Square, 604.331.3691.
Ongoing
Vancouver TheatreSports
League presents VTSL FAMILY MATINEE SERIES. Instant Improv is improvised
sketch comedy at its very best. The audience provides the inspiration in
the form of suggestions, and the improvisers provide the entertainment
in the form of hilarious improvised scenes. Whether the improvisers reconstruct
the story of an audience members first day at school or a recess mishap,
each Instant Improv performance is as unique as its audience. New
Revue Stage, 1585 Johnston St., Granville Island. 604-738-7013, www.vtsl.com
Ongoing
Totems - Silent Messengers
of the West Coast. Visit the largest and most diverse collection
of totem poles Vancouver has seen and pay homage to this ancient icon in
Pacific Northwest Coast native culture, known as the silent messenger.
Coastal Peoples Fine Arts, 1024 Mainland St., Vancouver; 604.685.9248,
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