Earlier this month, my husband and I had the immense pleasure of attending a beautiful wedding in Vancouver’s Chinatown. Like any other wedding, there were guests, nuptials, music, and dancing. Unlike other weddings, this one was a surprise. The groom didn’t know he was getting married. After a health scare that the bride says put many things into … Read more Surprised Groom Says Yes on 50th Birthday
Burrowing Owl Estate Winery is pleased to announce that its hospitality services, including the Guest House, Wine Shop, and Sonora Room Restaurant, will open for the season on March 1, 2014. To celebrate the start of the new season, the winery is offering guests three special packages. All packages include a one-night stay at the Guest House, … Read more Burrowing Owl Opens March 1 with Getaway Specials
The Application Form for the second Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship competition is now available online at http://hawksworthscholarship.com/application/ Deadline for your completed entry form is May 5, 2014 by noon. Here you will find the details of how to apply: http://hawksworthscholarship.com/how-to-apply/ To be eligible you must be a Canadian citizen, under the age of … Read more Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship competition 2014
Newest Innovations & Trends in Interior Design, Architecture to be displayed at 25th Anniversary of BUILDEX 2-day Event Opens Wednesday at Vancouver Convention Centre West BUILDEX Vancouver celebrates its 25th anniversary this week with an expansive Tradeshow and in-depth conference highlighting the newest in innovative trends, products and services related to the design, construction, renovation, retrofit, refurbishing, furnishing, … Read more Innovations & Trends displayed at 25th Anniversary of BUILDEX
Did you know the first public schools that opened on Lulu Island in the 1880s were one-room schools taught by a single teacher with students aged 6-16, and were equipped with rainwater drinking barrels, wood stoves and outhouses, no lights or electricity? Visit the Richmond Museum’s newest exhibit, Language of Learning and explore the history of … Read more Language of Learning exhibit at the Richmond Museum
How to support your four legged, furry and any other kind of best friend you have. National Cupcake Day is officially February 24 but here are some of our generous supporters who are bringing you yummy treats for extra days. National Cupcake Day Events: The Glowbal Collection: (Feb 11-16): The Glowbal Collection of … Read more Where to participate in National Cupcake Day
Now that Valentines Day is behind us it’s time to turn our attention to the special friends of the animal variety that will benefit from our baking skills on February 24. After all the romantic festivities, maybe this year you can show some love to your friends, family and co-workers with cupcakes! It’s … Read more Baking Cupcakes to support National Cupcake Day
DISNEY LIVE! MICKEY’S ROCKIN’ ROAD SHOW IS COMING TO VANCOUVER, FEBRUARY 21-23 Hit the road with Mickey Mouse and your favourite Disney friends for a hilarious talent search in Disney Live! Mickey’s Rockin’ Road Show! Produced by Feld Entertainment, this stage spectacular features classic Disney characters in an all-new adventure with an original storyline that will … Read more Disney Live! Mickey’s Rockin’ Road Show
High speed quad at Apex Mountain Resort Bid adieu to mid-winter blues and pack your winter gear because time’s a wasting to get in on the first annual BREWSKI Craft Beer, Cider and Spirits Festival at Apex Mountain Resort on February 22. I know I’ll be there! http://www.apexresort.com/activities-events/apexbrewski/ It is a new event added to the … Read more BREWSKI Craft Beer, Cider and Spirits Festival at Apex Mountain Resort
This Saturday the Pet Lover Show returns to Abbotsford’s TRADEX on February 15th & 16th, 2014, bringing together animal lovers and pet owners from across the Lower Mainland. Due to the fantastic turn out last year, the Pet Lover Show has doubled the space this year to 120,000 sq. ft. of exhibits, features, and fun. With over 200 exhibitors, 40 speakers … Read more PET LOVERS SHOW starts Saturday, February 15