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June
30, 2006
B.C. Lions vs. Toronto
Argonauts. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at (604) 280-4400,
www.ticketmaster.ca,
or at the door. For more information visit www.bclions.com
or call (604) 589-ROAR.
June 30, 2006
LANGLEY CANADA DAY
CELEBRATIONS - DAY 1. Rides, vendors, concessions, displays, activities,
entertainment and musical performances highlight this 10th Annual event
at the McLeod Athletic Park, across from the Langley Regional Airport.
Call 604-522-6232 (604-5-CANADA) for more information or visit their website:
www.langleycanadaday.ca.
June 30, 2006
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/)
July 1, 2006
Cammidge House Committee
Car Boot Sale, Boundary Bay Regional Park; 604-224-5739, https://www.gvrd.bc.ca/checkitout
July 1, 2006
Canada Day at Canada
Place. Canada Place Corporation proudly presents the biggest Canada
Day celebration out west on Saturday, July 1, 2006 from 10am to 7pm. Admission
is FREE! Kicking off the festivities is the Hbc Run for Cancer. 604-775-8025
July 1, 2006
Canada Day at Fort
Langley. Join in on the celebrations happening Fort Langley! Celebrate
Canada's Birthday with music, family games, stories and a giant birthday
cake. Discover why Fort Langley is such an important part of Canada's story.
All day festivities! Free admission and parking! 604-513-4777.
July 1, 2006
Canada Day Celebration.
Celebrate Canada’s birthday with children’s activities, games, entertainment,
information booths and, of course, birthday cake for everyone at Richmond
Park (behind Eastburn Centre)! Bring a picnic or sample some tasty treats.
Free admission. Saturday, 11:00am-2:30pm, July 1. If the weather’s wet,
the party moves indoors to Eastburn Centre. Phone 604-525-5361 or 604-525-1671
for more information. Co-sponsored by Eastburn/Edmonds centres and local
community agencies.
July 1, 2006
Canada Day at Coal
Harbour. Join us from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Coal Harbour Community
Centre to celebrate what makes Canada great! Multicultural entertainment,
food, art, activities and more! Lots of fun for kids, seniors and everyone
in between. At beautiful Coal Harbour Community Centre, 480 Broughton St.,
Vancouver. For more information, call 604-718-8222 or visit our website
www.coalharbourcc.ca.
July 1, 2006
Steveston Salmon Festival.
Be a part of Canada's Biggest Little Birthday Party! 61st Annual Steveston
Salmon Festival. Festival highlights include attractions such as
the Japanese Cultural Show, the Craft Fair, Trade Show an awesome Children's
Festival, as well as the usual crowd pleasers like the midway and rides;
www.stevestonsalmonfest.ca
July 1, 2006
The Trek Red Truck
Beer Racing Team is pleased to announce the second annual Yaletown Grand
Prix bicycle race on Saturday, July 1st in the heart of Vancouver's Yaletown.
Bicycle racers will pass every few minutes on this technically challenging
course, reaching speeds as high as 70km per hour! Stay tuned for more.
www.trekredtruckracing.com
July 1, 2006
CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS
IN ALDERGROVE. All day event for the whole family! Start with a pancake
breakfast from 8:00am to 11:00am, then take in the flag raising at 11:30am.
Free birthday cake and ice cream at 3:00pm! Fun and entertainment goes
on all day - magician, clown, bands, mini golf, face painting and much
more! See you at the Aldergrove Kinsmen Heritage Park (32 Avenue between
271 Street and 272 Street).
July 1, 2006
Deadmans Island: Canada
Day Rockfest 2006. For the first time we are opening the gates of
Deadmans Island's which will be transformed into the ultimate summer rock
festival. Seven of Vancouver's hottest Indie bands will be performing LIVE
against the backdrop of downtown Vancouver and the beautiful Coal Harbour
all afternoon long blended with live DJ's spinning hot grooves throughout
the day. Check out details and news of bands and ticket sales at
the official website www.deadmansisland.com.
Limited tickets available.
July 1, 2006
Dominion Day Celebrations,
11:00am 5:00pm. Celebrate Canada Day the old-fashioned way! The site
will be decorated with patriotic bunting as we test your knowledge of Canadian
trivia. Create your own noise-maker in the Orchard Shed. There will be
lots of fun and prizes for all ages. At 2 pm we will have an ice cream
making demonstration, where visitors can help measure and mix ingredients,
then crank the old-fashioned ice cream freezer. Help us celebrate Canada
Day and remember why we are proud to be Canadian. Pre-order your whole,
fresh home-style apple pie for only $9.00. The Harrison River Restaurant
will be featuring a hearty beef dip sandwich served with farm fresh salad.
Please call (604) 796-9576, email info@kilby.ca
or check our website www.kilby.ca for
more details.
July 1, 2006
North Vancouver Canada
Day 2006. Come celebrate Canada Day at this fun-filled family event
featuring music, live entertainment, dance performances, and games! Free
kids activities include miniature golf, a climbing wall, face painting,
storytelling and art & crafts. Waterfront Park (one block west of Lonsdale
Quay). https://www.northvancanadaday.com/
July 1, 2006
Canada Day Fun Fly.
Come come celebrate Canada's 137th Birthday; Garry Point Park, Richmond;
British Columbia Kitefliers Association, https://www.bcka.bc.ca/
info@bcka.bc.ca
July 1, 2006
Vancouver's King Of
Table Hockey. On July 1st (Canada Day), Deighton's Well @ 127-131
Water Street in Historic Gastown will host the 2006 Vancouver's King Of
Table Hockey Tournament. Register Today at www.KingOfTableHockey.com
July 1, 8, 15, 22,
2006
Chinatown Arts &
Cultural Festival. Art and culture enrich the heart of historic Chinatown!
The Chinatown Arts & Cultural Committee presents four colorful and
diverse cultural showcases on Saturdays in July (July 1, 8, 15, 22) at
the Sun Yat Sen PARK courtyard in order to further enhance Vancouver Chinatown’s
role as the host of arts and cultural events in the City, promote the diversity
of art forms, and strengthen neighborhood collaborations. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen
Classical Chinese Garden Park Courtyard, 604-662-3207, https://www.vancouverchinesegarden.com
July 1 - 8, 2006
Mainstage 2006. Theatre
BC’s Mainstage Festival in Maple Ridgeruns for nine days with performances
every night that represents the best in community theatre from across the
province. https://www.theatrebc.org/
July 1 - 9, 2006
Canada Cup.
The Canada Cup gets underway Saturday, July 1 and winds up Sunday, July
9 with opening ceremonies, special promotions, prize draws and family entertainment
in between - all adding to the value and festival atmosphere of this very
special sports spectacular! Held at Softball City 2201 -148th Street
, South Surrey. (604) 536-9287, https://www.softball.bc.ca/softcity.html
.
July 1 - 31, 2006
Burnaby Summer Theatre.
This free program brings live theatre to children of all ages and takes
place at various parks and recreation centres in Burnaby in July and August.
For information, call the Burnaby Arts Council at 604-298-7322 or visit
www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
July 1 - 31, 2006
Lavender Daze.During
the whole month of July come and visit the Lavender fields and enjoy our
specialty products in the Woodshed Store. Greenhill Acres Farm in Ryder
Lake, Chilliwack area. 604-858-9917, https://www.greenhillacres.com
July 1 to August 20,
2006
Tigers and Dragons
- China and India for Kids. Tigers and Dragons – China and India For Kids.
Join us on Granville Island this summer to explore a new exhibit for kids!
Lots to see, do, and touch - while learning about China and India: Shop
in our pretend Chinese Market. Play in our Discover India Area. Explore
the globe in our Where in the World Are You from section. Have fun in our
Dress Up Area. Practice new words in our Language Learning Area. Cozy up
in our Book Nook....and more! Tigers and Dragons is brought to you by Kids
Around the World Children’s Museum Society - an organization working to
build a children’s museum in Vancouver to celebrate the ‘world in our city’.
Granville Island in the BBQ pit near the water park; https://www.kidsaroundtheworld.ca
Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 1 to August 27,
2006
The Burnaby Art Gallery
Presents ORGANIC RELATIONSHIPS. This community based exhibition investigates
the relationship that 10 artists have with one another and the interplay
between their approaches to expressing ideas and methods they explore.
Each member of the group has a unique artistic background; developed distinctive
painting techniques; assorted subject matter interests and has been influenced
by various theories. 6344 Deer Lake Avenue, 604.205.7306
July 1 to September
1, 2006
Evening Campfires.
Shhh! listen! Can you hear the distant voices of the past? At Evening Campfires,
stories of Fort Langley's colorful past come alive. Discover Fort Langley
in a fun, interactive and entertaining way as costumed interpreters
animate stories of Fort Langley's rich past while you relax by a roaring
Voyageur campfire. Sing songs and have fun participating in activities.
The campfire runs from 7pm-7:45 pm and is included in your same day admission,
seasonal pass, or for a nominal fee. Bring your own mug for a free Voyageur
beverage. Fort Langley National Historic site of Canada,23433 Mavis Ave.,
Fort Langley; 604-513-4777,www.pc.gc.ca/fortlangley;
July 1 to September
10, 2006
Chinatown Walking
Tours. Join noted historian John Atkin for a fascinating walk through
historic Chinatown. Sundays at 7pm from June 4th - September 10th, 2006.
Register at least two days in advance, at 604-662-3207 ext 205. Tickets
are $10.
July 1 to September
30, 2006
Abbotsford Circle
Farm Tour. Take a drive in the beautiful countryside, experience something
new and connect with our friendly people and their agricultural roots on
the Abbotsford Circle Farm Tour. The Abbotsford Circle Farm Tour has something
that will appeal to everyone...young and old. Maybe you will enjoy sampling
some of the best ice cream you will ever taste, or how about learning the
inner secrets of growing award winning perrenials. For the more action
oriented you can pick the best halloween jack-o-lantern out of a real pumpkin
patch and best of all you can end your tour with some fine cold climate
wines and dinner made from products grown on local farms. https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
July 1 to September
30, 2006
Agassiz – Harrison
Mills Circle Farm Tour. This is where it all began! Agassiz – Harrison
Mills started the Mighty Fraser Country Circle Farm Tour in 2003. This
tour is packed with history, fabulous gourmet food products, and lots of
interesting venues for the kids to explore. https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
July 1 to September
30, 2006
Chilliwack Circle
Farm Tour. From an award winning storybook farm to pro rodeo, there a lot
of “buzz” about this tour! Learn all about bees, shop for many different
honey products, fill up on artisan bread and fresh cheese, pick your own
apples, visit a potter’s studio, and see spectacular show gardens! In late
summer, early fall, the corn is a-maze-ing! https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
July 1 to September
30, 2006
Langley Circle Farm
Tour. Come visit some of what Langley’s farm community has to offer you
… Take an interactive tour on a dairy farm; sample award-winning wines;
eat at a bistro; taste home-grown exotic herbs and tomatoes; see rare alcapas;
choose from the largest selection of plant specimens and rare trees in
the area; visit the largest equestrian centre on the West Coast; sample
luscious berries; buy your free-range turkey for that special occasion.
https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
July 1 to September
30, 2006
Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows
Circle Farm Tour. This is an adventure packed tour that includes sky diving,
horseback riding and canoeing. You can also learn all about bees and how
they make honey, wind your way through a corn maze, and of course, find
some wonderful fresh eats! https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
July 1 to September
30, 2006
Mission Circle Farm
Tour. Celebrate the legacy of our fore fathers on the Mission tour
as you explore a 100 year old working heritage farm, nose around Canada’s
largest dahlia nursery founded in 1920, and catch a Rainbow at the oldest
and largest trout farm in BC. Pick up some of grandma’s favourite elixir,
Apple Cider Vinegar, and sample succulent Heirloom apples. Enjoy the drive
through a majestic forest of West Coast Cedar to find exotic cattle, llamas,
and alpacas. Get free landscaping ideas from a tree and shrub expert, and
shop for fresh produce, preserves, baked goodies, crafts and local art
at the farmers’ market. https://www.circlefarmtour.ca
July 1 - October 31,
2006
Harvest Extravaganza
and Garden Tours. Tour the Award Winning Dried Flowers Farm gardens
and see row after row of specialty flowers in bloom through summer till
fall. Come to get garden inspired! Held in Yarrow at 4655 Community
Street; 604.823.6274, www.driedflowersbyjudy.com
July 2, 2006
ANTIQUE DAY IN THE
VILLAGE. Knowledgeable appraisers, auction, sales and vintage displays.
Fort Langley. For more information phone 604-888-8835
July 2, 3, 21, 2006
Beaver Evening Paddle
at Burnaby Lake Regional Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359
or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 3 to August 31,
2006
Kids Video Camp.
A hands-on acting & production summer camp where kids can experience
the fun making short films & videos as taught by experienced industry
veterans! They also learn how to apply that experience to their home
camcorders and computers. Introduces youngsters ages 8 - 18 to the experiences
and accomplishments uniquely associated with the film and television industries.
www.kidsvideocamp.com
July 4 - 8, 2006
International Choral
Kathaumixw Festival. The International Choral Kathaumixw Festival
has become known worldwide for its friendly musical atmosphere and setting.
This festival features international concerts, choral and vocal solo competitions,
common song singing, conductors seminars, concert tour program, and social
events. Held in Powell River, www.kathaumixw.org
July 5 - 9, 2006
WESTERN FAMILY FESTIVAL
- FEATURING THE $20,000 GRAND PRIX. Bring the whole family and enjoy
the sights, sounds and atmosphere of a real country fair. The event will
be a great day for the whole family. Activities include an interactive
petting zoo, pony rides, face painting and the famous Cook's Racing Pigs
to name a few! Meet us under the Marque tenting above the Grand Prix field
for 16,000 square feet of vendor and product showcase. Admission: $5.00
with net proceeds to be donated the Valley Therapeutic Equestrian Association
- Riding for Disabled Children. For additional informatoin or to book exhibitor
space contact Jody (604-534-3949 or jody@thunderbirdshowpark.com).
Thunderbird Show Park is located at 24550 72 Avenue, Langley. Visit their
website at www.thunderbirdshowpark.com
for more information on this and other upcoming events.
July 5, 19, August
2, 16, 2006
Puppets in the Park.
6:45 pm – 7:15 pm. A great source of entertainment for the whole
family! Put on by the Maple Ridge librarians by the bandstand in Memorial
Peace Park. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and enjoy the show! For info call
604-467-7417
July 7 - 8, 2006
Dancing on the Edge
Festival Presents Andre Gingras. Netherlands-based Canadian choreographer
André Gingras makes his Vancouver debut with CYP17, a stunning tour
de force of dance theatre and video imagery that launched his international
career and has helped make him one of the most exciting and popular young
choreographers in Europe. Scotiabank Dance Centre, 604.689.0926, www.thedancecentre.ca
July 7 - 8, 2006
Abbotsford Berry Festival.
This celebration of local strawberry, raspberry and blueberry products,
transforms the downtown area into a lively festival setting. Continuous
entertainment, bingo, children's rides, fishing pond, local crafts and
luscious market style foods, stage and street entertainment. (604) 850-6547,
www.abbotsforddowntownbia.bc.ca/events.htm
July 7 - 9, 2006
Howe Sound Outrigger
Race. This major event has become the largest paddling event of it’s
kind in Canada and has gained international recognition as one of the top
ten races of its kind in the world. The event includes sprint races for
paddlers new to sport and a 15km and 30 km course for the hard-core paddlers.
This year more than 35 of the awesome 45-foot ‘long boats’ (OC-6) and about
60 solo and tandem outriggers (OC-1/OC-2) are expected to grace Gibsons
Harbour and the waters of Howe Sound for ‘big-water’ racing. The Town of
Gibsons becomes the heartbeat of the outrigger world for the weekend. www.clippercanoes.com
(https://www.clippercanoes.com)
July 7 to August 18,
2006
8th Annual Evenings
in Edgemont. 8th Annual Evenings in Edgemont Village free Friday
night community concert series (Highlands at Edgemont Bvld.). Presented
by the District of North Vancouver, the North Vancouver Recreation Commission,
and the Edgemont Village Business & Professional Association. July
7 SwingSoul Orchestra (Golden Age of Swing) July 14 VOC Soul Gospel Choir(Motown)
July 21 Tiller’s Folly (Celtic) July 28 Jake & Elwood's Blues Brothers
Revue (R&B) Aug 4 The Sweetpea Swing Band (Jazz tunes with a twist)
Aug 11 Big Dawg Band featuring Mike Henry & Miss Nadine (R&B) Aug
18 La Candela (Cuban Dance music); 604-990-3841, parkevents@northvanrec.com
July 7 to September
1, 2006
Music in the Garden:
Enchanted Evenings. In its 13th season, the Enchanted Evenings series expands
to showcase new talent along with your favourite performers from July 7
to September 1. The 2006 repertoire includes classical, Asian, world, Indian,
and fusion music. All shows start at 7:30pm and end approx. 8:30pm on Friday
nights. Held at the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden in Vancouver.
604-662-3207, www.vancouverchinesegarden.com
July 8, 2006
BC Cancer Foundation's
The Underwear Affair. Join the BC Cancer Foundation's The Underwear
Affair - a 10K Run/5K Walk to uncover the cures for cancers below the waist.
This is your chance to get out there and get active to fight prostate,
colon and ovarian cancer, among others. BC Place Stadium; www.uncoverthecure.org
or (604) 734-CURE
July 8, 2006
Children of all ages
are invited to share in the dazzling magic of Juan the Magician at all
branches of Richmond Public Library on Sat. July 8th. These free 30-minute
magic shows will take place at the Brighouse (Main) Branch at 10:30 a.m.;
the Steveston Branch at 12:00 noon; the Ironwood Branch at 2:00 p.m.; and
the Cambie Branch at 3:30 p.m. Children nine years of age and younger must
be accompanied by a caregiver. These magic shows kick off the popular annual
Summer Reading Club. For information about summer library activities for
children, please visit your local library branch, or call 604-231-6412
or go online at www.yourlibrary.ca/whatson.cfm.
July 8, 2006
Concerts on the Dock,
Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Richmond; 604-718-8050
July 8, 2006
Fish for the Future
at London's Landing, Richmond; 604-710-2118, https://www.fishingwithrod.com/fftf/
July 8, 2006
Flea Market. Clean
out your garage, home or attic and come on down! Sell household items such
as dishes, figurines, books, clothes, toys, jewellery, lamps, small furniture
and odds and ends. Oneperson’s junk is another’s treasure! Table registration
begins Friday, 9:00am, June 2. $10.70 per table, call 604-299-1446 for
details. Admission is free for buyers. Flea market: Saturday, 10:00am-2:00pm,
July 8. Willingdon Community Centre, 1491 Carleton Avenue.
July 8, 2006
Marpole Summerfest.
The Marpole Summerfest Community Festival celebrates its 6th Annual event
on Saturday July 8th. Merchant sidewalk sales, food fair, Kids Fun Zone,
music, street entertainment, arts and crafts, and the first annual Marpole
Show 'n Shine. Join us in fun, friendly, neighbourhood Marpole! 604-418-8232
July 8, 2006
Seashore Sleuths.
Join a fun, seaside adventure on the vast low-tide mud flats of Boundary
Bay. Search for bubble snails, starfish, sculpins and tiny shore crabs.
Explore the wonders of shore life as you walk the beach at low tide. Boundary
Bay Regional Park; Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 8, 2006
The Canada Cup of
Beer. The Canada Cup of Beer will feature over 20 Canadian
beer producers and beer importers. A great opportunity to taste local Microbrews,
Specialty Imports and Domestic brands all in one location. Fans will also
get a chance to vote for their favourite products, favourite booth and
favourite t-shirts. Event Details: Date: July 8th, 2006 Time: 12:00-7:00
pm Location: UBC Thunderbird Stadium Tickets: $20 (includes 5 tasting tokens)
Website: www.canadacupofbeer.com
Other: The event will also feature educational seminars, local performers
and a variety of food venders.
July 8 - 9, 2006
2nd Annual NORTH SHORE
ANTIQUES FAIR. Over 250 tables and booths of Antiques & Collectibles
under one roof! Decorative art pottery & glass, memorabilia, antique
& estate jewelry, formal & country furniture, antiquarian books,
sterling & silverplate, mid-century Modernist decor, old toys &
dolls, heirloom collectibles, shabby chic accessories, folk art & primitives,
vintage kitchenalia, postcards, textiles & linens, and much, much more...Early
Bird Admission - Saturday Only 8am-10am - $10 at Door / General Admission
- Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm - $5 at Door / Children Under 13 Free
with Adult Admission / Free Parking. West Vancouver Arena, 604-980-3159
or www.21cpromotions.com
July 8 - 9, 2006
Fair in the Square.
Don't miss the 6th annual Fair in the Square taking place July 8 and 9
at Heritage Square in Maillardville, Coquitlam. This fun family event runs
from 11 am to 4:30 pm each day and showcases art, culture and heritage
with live music and entertainment, an artisan market, historical displays
and artist demonstrations. Activities for kids include: an activity junction,
arts and crafts, carnival games and fun workshops. Place des Arts, Mackin
Heritage Home & Toy Museum, and the Fraser Mills Station Museum will
be open for families to explore the arts and experience Maillardville's
rich past. Admission is free! For more details call Place des Arts at 604-664-1636
or visit www.placedesarts.ca.
July 8 - 16, 2006
The Harrison Festival
brings the culture of the globe to HarrisonHot Springs presenting some
of the world's best music and art in an event the whole family can enjoy.
Some of the world's best roots and folk musicians perform on the indoor
and outdoor stages. This year's performers include: Bluerunners (Louisiana);
Afrodizz; Roy Forbes, Carlos del Junco,Gillian Frame & Back of the
Moon (Scotland); Mighty Popo and Urunana rw'abadatana (Rwanda), Grupo Fantasma
(Austin,Texas);and many more. On weekends a large juried art/craft market
flows along the lake front featuring some of the finest artisans in BC.
Hand crafted pottery, jewellery, glass paintings woodwork and much more
will be on show in this in this colorful market. The visual art exhibit
features the work of author, photojournalist, human and environmental rights
activist Robert Semenuik. The exhibit will feature photos of the San people
of the Kalahari Desert in Botswana, which are part of Semeniuk's on going
project to give faces and personalities to the overwhelming numbers that
are dying in the world health crisis. The always popular Children's Day
is Wednesday, July 12. Music, clowns, crafts stations, a climbing wall,
Vancouver Aquarium Bus and many more activities are fun for the whole family.
All these events are set against the spectacular natural backdrop of Harrison
Lake and the surrounding mountains. Visit our website for more details.
https://www.harrisonfestival.com
July 9, 2006
Honeybee Show at the
Richmond Nature Park;604-718-6188
July 9, 2006
Waterfront Discovery
Walk. North Vancouver Save Our Shores Society invites everyone to
participate in the 7th Annual Discovery Waterfront Walk. On the day of
the walk, participants sign-in at Cates Park any time after 9:30 AM (to
correspond with the low tide) and are provided a route map. The 4km beach,
trail & street walk starts at Cates Park & ends at Panorama Park
in Deep Cove. A free shuttle bus will transport you back to your vehicle
at Cates Park. The last shuttle will depart Panorama Park at 2 PM. We recommend
good walking shoes & a hat. The objective of the Waterfront Discovery
Walk is to promote the need for responsible stewardship of our shoreline.
As a non-profit group comprised of local residents, Save Our Shores remains
dedicated to protecting, preserving, restoring and enhancing our natural
North Vancouver District waterfront for the enjoyment of all residents
of the community. 604-988-5594;
July 10, 2006
Barnacle Buddies.
Take time out for a seaside adventure. Search for barnacles, tiny shore
crabs and colourful sea stars among the rocks and in the sand. Discover
the beach at low tide with your child as you help instill respect for this
fragile environment. Belcarra Regional Park. Sponsored by the
GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 13, 28, 2006
Bats of Burvilla.
Follow the flight of this fascinating mammal by the light of the moon.
Listen for their hunting sonar using a bat detector as they dash and dart
in search of mosquitoes and other night-flying insects. Learn about the
mysteries of their nocturnal life as you experience their night-time world.
Deas Island Regional Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 14, 2006
B.C. Lions vs. Saskatchewan
Roughriders. BC Place Stadium; For more information visit www.bclions.com
or call (604) 589-ROAR.
July 14 - 15, 2006
Raspberry Festival,
Lynden Washington. Enjoy live jazz music, berry farm tours, 3-on-3
basketball tournaments, Sidewalk Sale, raspberry sampling, wine tasting,
Raspberry Run/Walk for Cancer, a raspberry pancake breakfast, arts &
crafts, Razz to Riches prize drawings, and more! For more information
360-354-5995, or https://www.lynden.org
July 14 - 16, 2006
Hydrangea Blossom
Festival. The Hydrangea Festival is a floral parade that celebrates
life with all age groups by having a day full of fun, music, dancing, arts,
crafts, food & much more. Surrey; www.fraservalleybc.com/hydrangeafestival
July 14 - 16, 2006
Fraser Fest.
To celebrate the mighty Fraser River, the Hyack Festival Association holds
an annual Fraser Fest. This three day event is capped off with a fireworks
display over the Westminster Quay Market on Friday night. Please visit
the Hyack Festival Association website for more information about this
event at : www.hyack.bc.ca
July 14 - 16, 2006
Vancouver Folk Music
Festival. Takes place at Jericho Beach Park featuring three evenings and
two full days of the finest traditional and contemporary roots music from
around the world. More info at 604-602-9798, or email info@thefestival.bc.ca.
On the Web visit https://www.thefestival.bc.ca
July 14 - 23, 2006
2nd Annual Chinese
Performing Arts Festival presents TANG CONCUBINES. This new Action-Musical
portrays the lives and loves of two of the most famous women in all of
Chinese history, Wu Zetian and Yang Guifei. Their notorious and celebrated
lives played a major role in deciding the fate of the Tang dynasty [618-906
AD]. Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts, 604.602.0616, https://www.centreinvancouver.com/upcoming.php
July 14 to August 18,
2006
14th Annual Concerts
in the Cove. orth Vancouver Celebrates Music! Free outdoor concerts
at Panorama Park Fridays, 7pm-9pm July 14-August 18 Concerts presented
by the District of North Vancouver, the North Vancouver Recreation Commission,
and Mount Seymour. July 14 SwingSoul Orchestra (Golden Age of Swing) July
21 Smith & Jones (Country) July 28 Mountain Blue Birds (Bluegrass)
Aug 4 Top City (Motown) Aug 11 La Candela (Cuban Dance music) Aug 18 Boogaloo
(R&B) Concerts may be cancelled in the event of rain. 604-990-3841
parkevents@northvanrec.com
July 15, 2006
The 4rd Annual Whiskey
Creek Music Festival takes place Saturday July 15, 2006 from Noon to 11pm
at the Coombs Rodeo Grounds. This Music Festival features top Tribute Artists
known throughout North America for their spectacular performances. This
year's Festival includes tributes to Rod Stewart, Elvis Presley,
Tina Turner, Bon Jovi and many more! This 11 hour musical extravaganza
costs $20 for the entire day, with children aged 12 and under admitted
free. Admission is by advanced ticket purchase or at the gate on July 15,
2006. Gate opens at 11am - overnight camping on Saturday is free with admission;
www.whiskeycreekmusicfestival.org
July 15, 2006
Butterflies on the
Wing. Butterflies are the ballet dancers of the insect world. Follow
the flight of these important pollinators and learn about butterfly biology.
Catch, identify and release some local beauties and discover their role
as indicators of our environment’s health. Explore the fields of Campbell
Valley and learn about their habitat needs. Take home handouts and seeds
for your own butterfly garden. Campbell Valley Regional Park, Sponsored
by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 15, 2006
Cammidge House Committee
Car Boot Sale, Boundary Bay Regional Park; 604-224-5739, https://www.gvrd.bc.ca/checkitout
July 15, 2006
City Centre Celebration.
Bringing Richmond Together! A special family event with lots of activities
and fun for everyone. Minoru Park Oval, 604-233-8910.
July 15, 2006
Compass Crazy and
Hiking Essentials. Do compasses leave you mystified and maps make
you scratch your head? Learn how to use a compass and orienteer a route.
Find out how to read a map and how to stuff a backpack for a safe successful
hike. For children nine and older accompanied by an adult. Burnaby
Lake Regional Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 15, 2006
Vintage Car Show,
11:00am 5:00pm, Watch classic cars as they cruise onto our heritage
grounds today. Chat with collectors from all over the Lower Mainland and
discuss their restoration projects. Door prizes are drawn every hour and
children will enjoy their own crafts and games in the Orchard Shed. Sit
back and enjoy the live entertainment we will have on the grounds. Our
Harrison River Restaurant will be serving brunch all day, featuring an
egg bake with bacon, home fried potatoes, fresh fruit plate and selections
from the pastry table for $12.50. Fresh homemade bread and whole pies will
be for sale in the Waterloo Farm Gift Shop so you may want to pre-order
to guarantee yours. Contact us to register your vehicle and take part in
our show. Please call (604) 796-9576, email info@kilby.ca
or check our website www.kilby.ca for
more details.
July 15, 2006
Walk and Learn at
Capilano River Regional Park; Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 15 - 16, 2006
2006 African Soccer
Tournament of BC. 12th Annual African Soccer Tournament & Kids
Mini-Tournament. Come out for a great weekend of multi-cultural soccer,
entertainment & lots of fun! For more information & registration
please call 604-944-8721. Burnaby Lake Sports Complex, Sprott Street &
Willingdon Avenue;
July 15 - 16, 2006
Blue Mountain Music
Festival. This year's Festival will feature a mix of music from children’s
entertainers to Lisa Brokop on Saturday night. Sunday night entertainment
will feature Al Foreman, Hans Stamer and Jim Byrnes. There will be
face painters, roving clowns and local service clubs selling food and refreshments.
The festival promises to fun for the whole family. Admission is by donation.
Plan on arriving early to enjoy the many activities for the whole family.
Blue Mountain Park, Coquitlam; Blue Mountain Music Festival (https://festivalcoquitlam.citysoup.ca/Festival/default.htm)
July 15 - 16, 2006
ERIKSON'S DAYLILY
GARDENS - 5TH ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE. Fifth annual Peak Bloom Open House Event!
Visit the gardens in full bloom, with over 2300 varieties of daylilies
and hundreds of hostas, euphorbia and rare and unusual perennials and specimen
trees - new areas added every year! At our Open House we also feature displays
by other local nurseries, craftspeople, refreshments and the Aldergrove
Daylily Society will have their fabulous bake sale and wonderful Chinese
Auction where you can win new introduction plants for a pittance! 10:00am
- 4:00pm. Admission by donation - proceeds to DW Poppy High School Music
Department. Located at 24642 - 51 Avenue, Langley - Phone 604-856-5758
July 15 - 16, 2006
Whistler Children’s
Art Festival. The 24th Annual Whistler Children's Art Festival comes
alive in Creekside featuring a multitude of hands-on workshops in fine
arts, crafts, and performing arts led by professional artists and performers.
www.whistlerartscouncil.com
or 604-938-9221
July 15 - 16 and 22
- 23, 2006
Arnold Mikelson Festival
of Arts. Over 125 artisans are on display throughtout a stunning
three acre garden at the Mind and Matter Gallery. This year marks
the 30th year of the Festival of Arts. Exhibits showcase wood sculpture,
paintings, pottery, glass blowing, metal art, fabrics and jewelery.
Held in Whiterock at the Mind and Matter Gallery. All four
days the exhibit runs from 10 am till 6 pm. 604.536.6460, www.mindandmatterart.com
July 15 - 17, 2006
Tour De White Rock.
From humble beginnings in 1980 when White Rock saw its first bicycle race
with 35 participants and 20 volunteers, to an international race attracting
over 150 high caliber cyclists from across Canada, the United States, and
Europe, the Tour de White Rock has become a hot spot event for pro cycling
teams, fans and the media. The Tour de White Rock is recognized internationally
for its tradition of superb organization and race routes that raise the
bar for endurance and tactics. For more information please visit the City
of White Rock website. (https://www.city.whiterock.bc.ca/2005Leisure-Services/Tour-de-White-Rock.html)
July 16, 2006
Victorian Family Picnic
at Historic Stewart Farm, South Surrey; Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy
ice cream making, lemonade, magic shows. 604-592-6956
July 16, 2006
A Very Berry Country
Fair. Enjoy a funfilled day for the whole family with live entertainment
from the TomCats, playing popular hits from the 50's, 60's, 70's,80's...was
ther anything beyond that? 18 hole miniature golf presented by Bells &
Whistles, Bouncy Castle, hands on candy making at the Maple Sugar Shack,
a 'no Hands' strawberry shortcake eating contest, face painting by Seastar,
and our Famous Mr. Bubbles the Singing Clown will all be there to entertain
the kids. Freybe gourmet Foods will be on site with their ever popular
and fabulously deicious barbeque available 11am-3pm, an amazing array of
market vendors, and many berries, including 'very berry' wine tasting from
the award winning selection of the Fort Wine Co..Come celebrate sunshine,
laughter, music and kids with us! The Very Berry Country Fair also celebrates
the 5th anniversary of the Fort Wine CO., see ya'there. 10am - 5pm,
The Fort Wine Co. Farm, 26151 84th Ave., Fort Langley Contact info; myeniko@yahoo.ca
or www.thefortwineco.com?To=myeniko@yahoo.ca&YY=74409&order=down&sort=date&pos=1)
or www.thefortwineco.com
July 16, 2006
Concours Classic Vintage
Car Show. The Fraser Valley British Motor Club, The Vintage Car Club
of Canada – Central Fraser Valley Chapter and Minter Gardens are pleased
to invite classic car lovers to the 4th annual Concours Classic on Sunday
July 16th, 2006. Over one hundred mint condition classic cars await
visitors at beautiful Minter Gardens, just 15 minutes east of Chilliwack
in the scenic Fraser Valley. British classics and North American beauties
will all be set within 32 acres of fantastic floral artistry. 1-888-MINTERS
or www.mintergardens.com (https://www.mintergardens.com).
July 18, 2006
All Girl Skate Jam
- Vans Warped Tour. The All Girl Skate Jam is the first and only
skateboarding competition for all girls, all ages, and all abilities. By
providing a unique competitive series devoted solely to women, the AGSJ
is able to bring women of the new millennium together allowing one-on-one
interaction. Competition includes both the amateur and professional levels.
Originally an annual event, the popularity and demand from women skaters
have caused the All Girl Skate Jam to be involved in action and extreme
sports events around the world, as well as offering a skate/surf camp every
summer. The All Girl Skate Jam is sanctioned by the International Girls
Skateboarding Association. Thunderbird Stadium - 6066 Thunderbird,
University Of British Columbia, www.allgirlskatejam.com
or 760-942-5916.
July 18 - 29, 2006
Summer Combustion
– Chamber Music Concert Series. The festival, now in its 21st year,
features 20 uncommonly passionate and brilliant musicians playing over
10 days right in Vancouver’s back yard – the auditorium at Crofton House
School in Kerrisdale and opening with a FREE outdoor performance at the
Reflection Pond at Simon Fraser University. www.summercombustion.com
July 19, 2006
Tour de Gastown.
Find yourself a place on the sidewalk. Then stand back. World-renowned
cyclists are about to race right past you. Scores of them. You’ll see them
fly up Water Street. Then lean into the hairpin turn at Cordova Street.
They’ll dash to Maple Tree Square and Gassy Jack’s statue, then tear back
up Water Street to the finish line at the Steamclock. Looking for breath-taking
excitement? Get in on the race. Gastown, www.tourdegastown.com
July 21 - 23, 2006
Chilliwack Track &
Field - BCJD Championships at Sardis Senior Running Track; 604-858-7880
July 21 - 23, 2006
Mission Folk Music
Festival at Fraser River Heritage Park; (604) 826-5937, https://www.missionfolkmusicfestival.ca/
July 21 - 23, 2006
Tour de Delta.
The race weekend begins with the leg-burning 700 metre Brenco HILL CLIMB,
7:00 pm Friday July 21. With racers set-off the line two at a time up Centre
Street in North Delta, this race design creates a very competitive atmosphere
as cyclists compete against each other and the clock. 604-952-3545
or www.tourdedelta.com
July 21 - 23, 2006
Whistler Arts and
Music Festival. The Whistler Arts and Music Festival is back for
the second year in a row. Fun, fabulous, entertaining, and lively this
is one festival you and your family can't miss. There's plenty of street
entertainment, nightly shows, art walks, outdoor film series, and possibly
a big outdoor concert featuring your favourite star! www.tourismwhistler.com
July 22 - 23, 2006
Steveston Sport Kite
Competition, Garry Point Park, Richmond; British Columbia Kitefliers Association,
https://www.bcka.bc.ca/
info@bcka.bc.ca
July 22 - 30, 2006
CrankWorx. A
five-day, five-night fusion of spectacular freeride mountain biking competitions,
summer sports, music and entertainment, Crankworx is fast becoming one
of Canada’s premier summer festivals. At the heart of Crankworx is
the #1 rated mountain bike park on the planet, an immense rider-designed
playground that has changed the face of riding and transformed Whistler
into the epicentre of the sport. 604-938-2769, https://www.crankworx.com/
July 22, 2006
Bill's Great Peak
Ascent. A trail/off-road run from the Lower Seymour Conservation
Reserve (LSCR) to a peak on the North Shore mountains and back. 30km, 15km
or less; Almost 100% off-road. Some technical, mostly not. Decent views,
weather permitting. Approximately 2 kilometers (6,700') of elevation change
over roughly 30 kilometers. More information: https://www.clubfatass.com/
July 22, 2006
Seashore Discovery.
Join a fun, low-tide beach adventure with your preschooler. Search for
barnacles, starfish, sculpins and tiny shore crabs. This is a fun introduction
to the seashore as a home for shoreline creatures. Pacific Spirit Regional
Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 22, 2006
STEVE NASH FOUNDATION
CHARITY CLASSIC. The two-time NBA MVP will come home to hit the hardwood
with some of the League’s best for a stellar night of basketball and fun,
as Steve asks British Columbia to help make the biggest assist of his career:
growing health in Canadian kids. Net proceeds from the Classic will support
the Steve Nash Foundation, dedicated to assisting underserved children
in their health, personal development, education and enjoyment of life,
and its work in British Columbia. While last year’s Classic encouraged
“Building Hope Through Hoops” and the development of an all-access basketball
centre in Toronto, this summer Steve and the Foundation are promoting action
through an “Assist Challenge.” With the League’s highest assist average,
Steve now challenges Canadians to make ten assists for kids in their own
communities. Community action initiatives and events will celebrate the
Challenge this summer. General Motors Place, 604-280-4400, https://www.stevenash.org/
July 23, 2006
21st CENTURY FLEA
MARKET. 175 Tables of Bargains on Deluxe 20th Century Junque! Retro
furnishings, books, antiques, dolls & toys, kitchenalia, clocks, jewelry,
country stuff, china & glass, 50's Modern, records, militaria, linens
& lace, postcards, garden accessories, lamps & shades, tools, shabby
chic, sports items, paintings & prints, memorabilia, silverware, kitsch,
bottles & tins, advertising, collectibles, and much, much more...
Croatian Cultural Centre, www.21cpromotions.com/flea_market/index.html
July 23, 2006
22nd Annual Burnaby
Discovery Day Festival. This grassroots community favourite provides many
family opportunities for fun and creativity. Explore clay and paint, or
sit back and enjoy live music and roving entertainment. Many community-building
organizations anchor this celebration generating an enormous amount of
civic pride, goodwill and spirit through arts and cultural activities.
Free admission. Sunday, 10:00am-4:00pm, July 23. Festival takes place in
Deer Lake Park and at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake
Avenue. Phone 604-291-6864 for more information.
July 23, 2006
Clayburn Heritage
Day. A celebration of Clayburn's past and present with open houses,
artisans, guided walking tours, children's games, historical displays,
music and concession. Held in Clayburn Village, Abbotsford, (604) 854-3960,
www.clayburn.heritagebc.org
July 23, 2006
Creatures of the ‘Not-So-Deep'.
ee more than seashells at the seashore! Join GVRD and Belcarra Beachkeeper
volunteers to learn about the creatures exposed at low tide and living
in the ocean nearby. Search for sea life on a beach walk, play a seashore
game, admire the animals in the dock pool and make an ocean craft to take
home. Plan an hour or more to complete most activities; expect to get muddy
during beach walks. Dress to get dirty! Belcarra Regional Park; Sponsored
by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 23, 2006
Vancouver Symphony
Orchestra at Deer Lake Park. The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra once
again performs its annual free concert. Come and enjoy orchestral manoeuvres
in the park! Free admission. Sunday, 7:30-9:30pm, July 23.Festival takes
place in Deer Lake Park and at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer
Lake Avenue. Phone 604-291-6864 for more information.
July 26, 2006
SPIRIT OF THE HORSE
MEMORIAL GARDEN FUND RAISER. The Langley Horse Federation invites you to
join them for another wonderful evening of splendid food, fantastic entertainment
and fun at its annual fund raising event! Live music performed by the Old
Tyme Fiddlers will fill the air as Langley horse lovers and friends as
well as many Langley business people gather at Campbell Valley Park to
celebrate these magnificant creatures that have touched so many lives.
Special entertainment during the evening will include Elvis and Patsy Cline
impersonators! Dinner will be catered by Stargate Catering. Once again,
the Langley Horse Federation will be proudly presenting a $500 Scholarship
to a deserving Langley student that has had outstanding achievements in
the equestrian field. The very important fund raising component of this
event is the silent auction which once again promises to have many, many
wonderful items up for bid - including a Whistler Weekend! 5:30pm - 11:00pm.
To donate an item for the auction please contact Joy Richardson at 604.534.7541.
Tickets are $50.00 per person ($20 for students). Please contact Joy Richardson
(604.534.7541), Ulli Dargel (604.421.6681), Greenhawk Equestrian (604.514.7885)
or Country Feed (604.856.1611) for tickets.
July 26, 2006
Walk and Learn at
Iona Beach Regional Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 26, 29, August
2, 5, 2006
HSBC Celebration of
Light -- The largest fireworks competition in the world. July 26
— Italy, July 29 — China, August 2 — Czech Republic, and August 5 — Mexico
and Celebration Finale. English Bay, Vancouver; https://www.hsbccelebrationoflight.com/fireworks/
July 28 - 30, 2006
2nd Annual Chinese
Performing Arts Festival presents TERRACOTTA WARRIORS. This haunting
story of China's First Emperor is seen through the eyes of his beloved
concubine and scheming eunuch. The most incredible Chinese historical facts
are revealed on stage against a backdrop of epic sets and lavish costumes.
The audience will marvel at the dance, music and action used to tell a
story of power and lust, of betrayal and forbidden passion. Battles and
conquest, forbidden love, burning of books, live burial of scholars and
even the building of the Great Wall end with a final climax of the Dance
of the Terracotta Warriors. It's a theatrical event to be remembered! Centre
In Vancouver For Performing Arts, https://www.centreinvancouver.com/upcoming.php
July 28 - 30, 2006
Aldergrove Fair Days.
Aldergrove Fair Days is an event for the whole family that involves: Fireworks,
Tractor Pull, Main Stage Entertainment, Kids Zone, Amusement Park (west
coast amusements), Town Parade, Commercial exhibits; Aldergrove Kinsmen
Community Centre; https://www.aldergrovefallfair.com
July 28 - 30, 2006
Atchelitz Threshing
Bee. This event is packed with threshing contests, corn shucking,
vintage cars, and other fun activities. Chilliwack Antique Powerland, 604-858-9129.
July 29, 2006
ALDERGROVE FAIR DAYS
PARADE, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm; For all the information on this fun annual
event, visit www.AldergroveFairDays.com
July 29, 2006
Art in the Garden
11:00am 5:00pm. Join us in our beautiful Heritage Gardens to view
or purchase work by local artists. We have invited artists from Mission,
Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs to bring their
artwork to the site today. Oil and acrylic paintings, water colours, pen
and ink, charcoal or pencil… we will have a variety of art mediums on display
for viewing. Children of all ages can memorialize their hand or foot print
in cement to make a stepping stone for your garden. The Harrison River
Restaurant will be offering a wonderful assortment of pastries and a beverage
for $4.50. Our lunch feature is a mile high egg salad sandwich with a light
tossed green salad. Please call (604) 796-9576, email info@kilby.ca
or check our website www.kilby.ca for
more details.
July 29, 2006
Chickadee Capers.
Follow the flight of excited chickadees as they flit from branch to branch
in search of food. Share fun, hands-on nature activities with your child,
listen to chickadee calls and play chickadee games. Enjoy an outdoor experience
together as you learn about this tiny songbird. Burnaby Lake Regional
Park. Sponsored by the GVRD, 604-432-6359 or https://www.gvrd.bc.ca
July 29, 2006
City Square Heritage
Walks. Highlighting Vancouver's history: Led by local author and
heritage expert, John Atkin, these unique tours showcase the rich heritage
of surrounding areas. The tour starts from City Square’ Food Court at 10am
and lasts about two hours. Walkers are asked to meet at City Square Mall’s
Food Court at 10am. Space is limited so get there early. Walks are $10
per person, kids under 12 are free. Contact City Square administration
at 604-876-5165 or the Vancouver Heritage Foundation at 604-264-9642. www.vancouverheritagefoundation.org
July 29, 2006
Heineken Yaletown
Summer Celebration & Vintage Car Show. Five blocks of the old
heritage area along Mainland and Hamilton spilling into the streets and
onto the loading docks. Giant sidewalk sales, old time candy corn and samplings
from some of Yaletown's leading restaurants. Beer Gardens and BBQ and ice
cream sales to the Make a Wish Foundation. Aerial BMX bike show and Main
Stage with live musical entertainment all day. 604-683-7473, www.yaletowninfo.com
July 29, 2006
Illuminares Lantern
Procession. Public Dreams Society celebrates the light of the summer season
with its 18th annual Illuminares Lantern Procession on Saturday, July 29,
2006. The event lights up Trout Lake Park from 7 - 11pm with magnificent
lanterns, artistry, music, and magic. This year, Illuminares has a theme:
“What grows in your garden? Real or Imagined”. Donations are gratefully
accepted for this free of charge event. For more information on Illuminares,
contact Creative Director, Mercedes Baines, at 604 879 8611 Ext. 111.
Trout Lake Park, Vancouver; https://www.publicdreams.org
July 29, 2006
Richmond Play Day.
Want to Play? Then head to Richmond Play Day. It's a free family
fun event celebrating play and the fun, freedom and learning that naturally
come with it. You can dig in the Sand Zone, sculpt in the Art Zone, create
in the Building Zone, and challenge yourself in our newly created Adventure
Zone. South Arm Community Park, 8880 Williams Road, Richmond.
July 29, 2006
Waterfront Outdoor
Dance (Public Event). When we shut down Caribbean Days Festival at
7 PM on Saturday, we don't stop the music! The party keeps going at our
incredible Waterfront Outdoor Party, with its great open-air location:
outdoors by the water! This monster jam is held at North Vancouver's Lonsdale
Quay Plaza, right by the Seabus Terminal and 2 minutes' walk from the Festival
grounds. Food and licensed beverages will be served. Dance in the open
air to Soca, Salsa, Reggae, African & Calypso rhythms, with 2 bands
and 2 DJs! Door Prize: Win a romantic night out for two, courtesy of the
Lonsdale Quay Hotel! Includes dinner and overnight stay for two lucky people.
www.caribbeandaysfestival.com
(https://www.ttcsbc)
July 29, 2006
WildLights Lantern-Making
Workshop. Create decorative balloon lanterns using colourful tissue
and paper mache techniques! Stop by Lynn Valley Centre on Saturday July
29 between 10 and 5 and design your own hand-made lantern. Drop-in workshop
is by donation. 604-988-6844
July 29, 30, 2006
The Bees & Blueberry
Festival. A hive of activity awaits you! Check out Dr. Bee's amazzzzzing
bee beard, blueberry pie eating contests, true blue pooch parade, spelling
bee buzz, children's entertainers, kid's zone fun, guided tours, vendors
and much more! Event runs from 10am - 6pm at Honeyland Canada 17617 Ford
Rd Pitt Meadows. For more information, call 604-460-8889 or visit www.honeylandcanada.com.
July 29 - 30, 2006
Caribbean Days Parade
and Festival. The Caribbean Days Festival is the Trinidad & Tobago
Cultural Society of BC's annual feature event at Waterfront Park in North
Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the largest annual cultural festival
in the province of BC. There is no charge to attend. The event is open
to the public and draws in the tens of thousands of people each year. This
festival has an AM azing track record of great weather and good times,
reflective of its status as BC's premiere summer Caribbean gala. Held at
Waterfront Park in North Vancouver. (604) 515-5400, www.caribbeandaysfestival.com
(https://www.caribbeandaysfestival.com)
July 29 - 30, 2006
Fraser Valley Little
Britches Rodeo, Heritage Park - Rodeo Arena; 604-539-8303
July 29 to August 6,
2006
Vancouver Pride Week.
The first weekend of August highlights Vancouver’s glbt community’s largest
event of the year, the Vancouver Pride Festival. This annual week long
celebration put on by the Vancouver Pride Society has a proud 27 year history
that involves a wide cross section of the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual and Transgender
community, their friends, allies and supporters in celebration of the unique
spirit and culture of the GLBT community. The Pride Festival includes
such highlights as the city’s largest parade and a multitude of events.
604-687-0955, www.vancouverpride.ca
(https://www.vancouverpride.ca)
July 30, 2006
19th Annual North
Shore Garden Tour; https://www.northshoregardencontest.com
July 30, 2006
International Bog
Day. Come celebrate the 15th International Bog Day! Who: the Burns
Bog Conservation Society is inviting you, your friends, family and neighbours
What: to International Bog Day When: on Sunday, July 30th from 10:30am-3pm
Where: at the Great Pacific Forum Planet Ice at 10388 Nordel Court, in
North Delta Why: because it will be tons of fun with: live music and entertainment
cultural performances a Kid's Adventure Tent tours of Burns Bog free Tim
Hortons goodies food, raffle and more! Great Pacific Forum Planet Ice,
10388 Nordel Court in N Delta. https://www.burnsbog.org
August 2 - 27, 2006
Broadway Across Canada
presents THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. With worldwide box office sales
of over $3 billion, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is the most successful entertainment
venture of the twentieth century, surpassing such blockbuster films as
Titanic, E.T., and Star Wars. The winner of seven Tony Awards, including
Best Musical. Queen Elizabeth Theatre, www.broadwayacrosscanada.ca
August 20, 2006
Latin Summer Festival
at Trout Lake, Vancouver; www.latinsummerfest.com
August 26, 2006
AHOY ALL SAILORS HAVE
A PIRATIN’ GOOD TIME AT THE 16TH ANNUAL SCOTIABANK EASTER SEALS REGATTA
& FESTIVAL. Summer is almost here so fill’n yer sailing calendar with
this year’s 16th Annual Scotiabank Easter Seals Regatta & Festival.
It’s a piratin’ great time for all ye hearties, young and old. Race across
the waters of English Bay in either the competitive or recreational divisions
then go ashore with the lubbers fer some great grub and grog, live entertainment,
games, a silent & live auction and more. Then top fundraisers fer Easter
Seal House Vancouver and top division racers get to collect ther’ booty.
Missin’ yer vessel? Don’t despair, ther’s great opportunities for
companies and individuals to clim’ aboard as Boat Sponsors. Sponsorships
include a complete package of benefits including sailing on the boat you
sponsor, tickets for the spectator boat, the barbecue and festival and
more. Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, Vancouver; Call the BC Lions Society
for Children with Disabilities at 604-873-1865 or visit the website at
www.eastersealsregatta.ca
(https://www.eastersealsregatta.ca/).
September 2 - 4, 2006
Taiwanese Cultural
Festival. Located at the Plaza of Nations, https://taiwanfest.ca/
September 9 - 10, 2006
Courageous inspired
Canadians, challenging physical limits, through night and day, to raise
money and awareness for those living with cancer. This is the essence of
Step Up for the Cure. It is a 24-hour stair climbing marathon with the
goal of running vertical meters for each Canadian battling this disease.
Every 4 minutes in Canada, a Canadian is diagnosed with cancer. Therefore,
the challenge for each participant is to run 1 set every 4 minutes (or
15 sets an hour) for the duration of the event. Our goals for 2006 are
to: Run 1 million stairs in each of the three participating cities (MONTREAL
| OTTAWA | VANCOUVER). Run 1 set for each Canadian diagnosed with cancer
in 2006. Raise $60,000 for the Cancer Research Society in order to create
a "Step Up for the Cure" research grant. Locations Montreal September 16-17,
2006 12:00 PM (noon) - 12:00 PM (noon) Location: Molson Percival Stadium
(475 Pine Ave. West) Ottawa September 23-24, 2006 12:00 PM (noon) - 12:00
PM (noon) Location: TBA Vancouver September 9-10, 2006 12:00 PM (noon)
- 12:00 PM (noon) Location: Swangard Stadium
Ongoing until July
6, 2006
Vancouver Whitecaps
Women's Soccer. Swangard Stadium. www.whitecapsfc.com
Ongoing to July 9,
2006
Arts Club Theatre
Company presents CABARET. Deliciously gaudy and sinfully bawdy, wilkommen
to the Kit Kat Cluba brassy and carefree world that is doomed to crumble.
Set in Berlin in the early 1930s, Sally Bowles blindly performs in the
smoky spotlight, unaware of the fact that peoples lives are about to be
changed forever with the rise of the Nazi regime. Featuring the bold showstoppers
Wilkommen, The Money Song, and the title song, Cabaret will transport you
back to a time when the gin was dry and the emcees slithered in the night.
604.687.5315, https://www.artsclub.com
Ongoing until August
27, 2006
75 Years of Collecting:
First Nations Myths and Realities. This permanent collection exhibition
examines the representation of First Nations peoples in art from first
contact to the present. The show explores how First Nations have historically
been depicted and their culture used as subject matter by non-Native artists
in British Columbia and others who visited the province. It also contrasts
the imagery by non-Natives with work created by First Nations peoples –
works that celebrate and expand Aboriginal cultures to offer a bracing
counterpoint. Vancouver Art Gallery, 604-662-4719, https://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Ongoing to August 28,
2006
Community Grass Volleyball
Leagues. Trout Lake - John Hendrey Park. (604) 255-2832, www.tfcvolleyball.com
Ongoing until August
31, 2006
Vancouver Public Library
presents MUSIC OF THE WHOLE WORLD. The Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra
will present a free, six-part series on the ways that inter-cultural music
has been and is being developed. Various musical traditions including those
of Asia, India, Latin America and the Middle East will be explored through
demonstration, lecture and discussion. Vancouver Public Library, 350 West
Georgia St., Vancouver, (604) 331-4001, https://www.vpl.vancouver.bc.ca
Ongoing to September
2, 2006
Port Moody's 4th Annual
Market (every Saturday) at Port Moody Queens Street Plaza; Fresh produce,
gourmet foods, beautiful hand made crafts, live entertainment, artists
at work. psabean@shaw.ca
Ongoing to September
2, 2006
ARTISTS LOVE MARKET
IN THE PARK. The next stage in the evolution of Market in the Park begins
on Saturday June 3, 2006 in Douglas Park, Langley. Inspired by an influx
of jewelry designers and fine artistsover the last three years, the Market
has taken on a life of it’s own as an exciting assembly of fine arts and
high quality handicrafts interspersed with farm products and fresh baking.
There is an ever-changing, eclectic selection of artists along with a core
group of regulars making each week a new experience for shoppers. Local
artist Robert Chapman has found a following at the market. Robert displays
his paintings, paints and can often be found giving lessons on a sunny
afternoon at the market. Each week he is joined by a variety of sculptors,
potters or photographers showcasing their talents. 604-514-2866, khilton@city.langley.bc.ca
Ongoing to September
2, 2006
Market in the Park.
If you make-it, bake-it or grow-it, come sell your wares at this farmer's
market/craft fair. Beautiful Douglas Park (Park Lane and Douglas Crescent
in Langley), is the site for the City's Market in the Park which will take
place each Saturday from June 3rd to September 2nd.. For more information
contact the Douglas Recreation Centre at 604-514-2865.
Ongoing until September
4, 2006
Some Assembly Required:
Contemporary Prefabricated Houses until September 4, 2006. Profiling
the work of eight leading designers in the field, the exhibition presents
the latest and most exciting developments in progressive “prefab” home
design. Challenging negative perceptions of prefab as cheap, shoddy and
homogenous, the exhibition explores sustainable solutions and innovative
designs offered by a new generation of architects. Vancouver Art Gallery,
604.662.4719, www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Ongoing to September
6, 2006
Vancouver Canadians
Professional Baseball Club. Great Fun, Great Value...Great Prices!
See great baseball with the Vancouver Canadians, at the prettiest little
ball park in the world, Nat Bailey Stadium.The Canadians, the Northwest
League affiliate of the Oakland Athletics, are proud to offer their fans
the most affordable sports entertainment in the Lower Mainland. 604.872.5232,
https://www.canadiansbaseball.com/
Ongoing to September
9, 2006
Free Capilano Watershed
Tours. The GVRD manages three forested watersheds to provide Lower
Mainland residents with clear, pure drinking water. The watersheds are
closed to the public to safeguard the water supply. Every summer, the GVRD
hosts free bus and walking tours in the scenic Capilano and Coquitlam Watersheds.
These tours provide unique natural and cultural history insights into the
evolution of the region's water supply. Bring your camera and enjoy these
popular tours! About CAPILANO tours: - Offered Thursdays to Saturdays -
Offered twice a day, at 8 am and 12:30 pm, rain or shine - 4 hours in duration
- Guided, conducted in English - Adult-oriented - Bus tours & Walking
tours Registration is required. Call 604-432-6430 or e-mail toursreg@gvrd.bc.ca
Ongoing until September
10, 2006
Arthur Erickson: Critical
Works. Arthur Erickson: Critical Works presents 12 major projects
from the past 40 years through a broad array of photographs, architectural
drawings, models and films. From Simon Fraser University, which first brought
him international recognition in 1963, to more recent projects, the exhibition
explores Erickson’s ideas of landscape, public space and social value that
have made him one of Canada’s preeminent architects. Vancouver Art Gallery,
604-662-4719, https://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Ongoing to September
10, 2006
FREE Coquitlam Watershed
Tours. The GVRD manages three forested watersheds to provide Lower
Mainland residents with clear, pure drinking water. The watersheds are
closed to the public to safeguard the water supply. Every summer, the GVRD
hosts free bus and walking tours in the scenic Capilano and Coquitlam Watersheds.
These tours provide unique natural and cultural history insights into the
evolution of the region's water supply. Bring your camera and enjoy these
popular tours! About COQUITLAM tours: - Offered Sundays, June 25 to September
10 - Offered twice a day, at 8 am and 12:30 pm, rain or shine - 4 hours
in duration - Guided, conducted in English - Adult-oriented - Bus tours
& Walking tours - Registration is required. Call 604-432-6430 or E-mail
toursreg@gvrd.bc.ca
For more information:
www.gvrd.bc.ca/water/watershed-tours.htm
Ongoing until September
10, 2006
The Vancouver Whitecaps
Men's Soccer at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby; 604.669.9283, www.whitecapsfc.com
Ongoing to September
10, 2006
Vancouver Chinatown
Night Market. Spend the summer nights at the Chinatown Night Market
- the first of its kind in North America! A shopping extravaganza featuring
Asian traditional handicraft, fashionable gifts & tempt your taste
buds with ethnic snacks. A shopping experience like never before -on every
Fri., Sat. & Sun. Check our website. www.vcma.shawbiz.ca
Ongoing to September
17, 2006
Raven Travelling:
Two Centuries of Haida Art. This landmark survey exhibition of Haida
art will feature more than 200 works, including some of the finest examples
of Haida art produced over the last two hundred years. From monumental
poles and exquisitely carved masks and argillite to remarkable spruce root
weaving, the exhibition will reveal the importance of narrative in Haida
Art, as well as the importance of the land and waters of Haida Gwaii within
Haida cultural expression. The exhibition traces the development of traditional
Haida form and will also explore new directions in Haida art, including
works by the late Bill Reid, Robert Davidson, Isabel Rorick and other contemporary
Haida artists. https://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Ongoing to September
24, 2006
Bard on the Beach
Shakespeare Festival. Bard on the Beach is a professional summer
Shakespeare Festival in Vancouver, BC, Canada. The irresistible magic of
the city, sea and mountains provides the magnificent backdrop to our productions.
A Midsummer's Night Dream (Mainstage tent), Measure for Measure (Mainstage
tent), The Winter's Tale (Studio Stage tent), and Troilus and Cressida
(Studio Stage tent). For Information call 604-739-0559 or visit
https://www.bardonthebeach.org
Ongoing until October
7, 2006
ABBOTSFORD FARM &
COUNTRY MARKET 2006 (every Saturday). In West Railway parking lot
by Essendene. The local farm and country market is abuzz with lively entertainment
and demos, people socializing, and shopping for quality products made,
baked or grown by the vendors. It’s THE place for fresh farm produce, baked
goods, specialty products, unique crafts and artwork, along with contests
and prizes. 604-850-6547, Abbotsford Farm and Country Market (https://www.abbotsfordfarmandcountrymarket.com)
Ongoing until October
9, 2006
East Vancouver Farmers
Market. Opening for its 12th season with a "Dig In" Garden Festival
is the Farmers Market. Alongside fresh, local produce, flowers, herbs,
honey, preserves, baked-goods, arts and crafts and live music will be a
wide variety of shrubs, plants, flowers and veggies starters plus community
garden info, composting displays and seeds for sale. Saturdays at East
15th & Victoria Dr, Vancouver. For more information call 604-879-3276
or visit https://eatlocal.org.
Ongoing to October
28, 2006
BC Lions Football
at BC Place Stadium; 604.661.3626, www.bclions.com
Ongoing until October
29, 2006
Coquitlam Farmers
Market (every Sunday). Celebrate the Bounty of BC with the Coquitlam
Farmers Market. Enjoy farm fresh produce, direct from local farmers, beautifully
hand crafted items, fresh baked goods, live music and special events.
Dogwood Pavilion 624 Poirier Street, 604.318.8966, Coquitlam Farmers Market
(https://www.makebakegrow.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
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,
https://www.coastalpeoples.com
Ongoing
Deep Sea: The Ride.
Visitors to Deep Sea are taken aboard a submersible in search of the two
great monsters of the deep ocean: The Giant Squid and the Sperm Whale.
Two kilometres beneath the Ocean's surface, where pressure makes the environment
more inhospitable than the surface of Mars, we follow a Sperm Whale through
a spectacular hydrothermal vent community that teems with exotic life.
It is a scene that has been observed by only a handful of ocean researchers.
But there is more! Finding ourselves in the midst of a shoal of squid,
we are amazed to see a Giant Squid up close. Hold on tight as our submersible
is crushed between these two monsters as they jostle in a titanic struggle
to survive. HR MacMillan Space Centre, 1100 Chestnut St., Vancouver; Please
contact the Space Centre for showtimes, as schedule can vary at 604-738-7827.
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
Family Fun at the
UBC Museum of Anthropology: Poles of the Northwest Coast. This program
is offered on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month from 1:00-2:30 pm.
MOA welcomes families and individuals interested in learning more about
NWC First Nations cultures. This new program is free with admission to
the Museum. Family admission of $25 includes two adults and up to four
children. The program lasts 90 minutes and is suitable for children 6-12
years. For more information visit: https://moa.ubc.ca/programs/index.php
Ongoing
MOMS WANTED! Ever
feel under-appreciated? Does someone you know think they have a better
idea of how to raise your own children? How would you like to put them
to the test? Put that know-it-all family member or special friend in your
shoes while you enjoy a weekend getaway! Paperny Films is looking for moms
(or dads) with multiple children to star in "Crash Test Mommy", an insightful
and entertaining television series for Life Network on the realities of
parenting. If you know a mum (or dad) who really deserves a break and who
has something to prove, call 604 228 1960 or e-mail us at mum@papernyfilms.com
for more information.
Ongoing
You Say You Want A
Revolution. Groove on Vancouver as the hippie capital of Canada.
Visit the hippies’ communal house, try on some macrame finery, and listen
to great Vancouver bands from the late 1960s. Look for your mom or dad,
or yourself, in swinging footage of the Stanley Park Be-In and the Retinal
Circus nightclub. Follow the action as Vancouverites –both hippie and straight
- fought the freeway and saved their neighbourhoods. Vancouver Museum,
1100 Chestnut Street, 604-736-4431, https://www.vanmuseum.bc.ca
Ongoing
Vancouver TheatreSports
League presents The Imprentice. The Imprentice isnt about Money, Money,
Money, Money its about Funny, Funny, Funny, Funny when an all-powerful
host, with impossibly bad hair, runs a competition where a group of improvisers
must employ all their formal training, their street-smarts, their improv-chutzpah
in this ultimate boardroom battle. Who will hear those dreaded words Youre
fired! and which one will be hired to be the Improv Apprentice. 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
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