When I found out that I’d be attending the Arts Club Theatre Company production of Billy Ellliot, I was thrilled. I love musicals. As the daughter of a song and dance man, I grew up singing the popular show stoppers of the 50s and 60s. But the backstory – the struggle of a miner’s son … Read more
The night was cool but that didn’t prevent the throng of foodies from enjoying the delectable bites on offer at this year’s Fresh Fest. Fresh Fest is the signature event of the BC Shellfish and Seafood Festival, and for good reason. The line-up of chefs was amazing and the dishes nothing short of spectacular. … Read more
Have you made plans to attend Vancouver Mini Maker Faire this weekend? ROMEO AND JULIET LAUNCHES THE 27TH SEASON OF BARD ON THE BEACH Italian Day Returns to Vancouver’s The Drive This Week Vancouver Urban Winery presents Sunday School the #700 Series The Patio at Aura Restaurant – the place to be … Read more
Enjoy Open-Air Dining & Handcrafted Cocktails at Kirkland’s Heathman Hotel In honor of the warm weather seasonal opening of Trellis Restaurant’s Front Porch (Kirkland’s largest Front Porch), the restaurant is encouraging guests to celebrate sun, family, and friends on Thursday, June 9 and Friday, June 10, 2016, from 5 to 8 p.m. … Read more
Mangiamo! Lets Eat! Vancouver’s biggest cultural street festival returns to Little Italy on Commercial Drive as Italian Day is set to take place Sunday, June 12th from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Join 300,000 Vancouverites as they celebrate Italian culture and heritage in a day of authentic food and drinks, captivating performances and interactive activities. This year’s … Read more
Vancouver’s First Lady and Duke of Uke, Ruby & Smith headline a ukulele fundraising concert benefitting the Heart and Stroke Foundation on Friday, June 17 at the Rio Theatre. Strumming for Stroke promises a wonderful evening of live music, with door prizes, a silent auction, 50/50 Draw, health information, and more. The evening will feature performances by … Read more
Swoon-worthy musicals bring summer-long excitement and romance to Stanley Park’s scenic Malkin Bowl Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) invites audiences to fall in love this summer with Disney’s Beauty and the Beast & West Side Story, running July 6 – August 20, 2016 at Stanley Park’s picturesque Malkin Bowl. On alternating evenings, audiences will be … Read more
It’s been 30 years since the Universal Gospel Choir (UGC) first stepped out on stage under the direction of Peter O’Loughlin. Now three decades later the acclaimed and crowd-wowing choir will be celebrating its history with two exuberant concerts titled, “Shed a Little Light” – Universal Gospel Choir 30 Years of Song. This special … Read more
Lucky’s Doughnuts Packs A Punch on National Doughnut Day: Friday, June 3 Wine Dinner – at Latab, featuring BC Wines, Lock & Worth, Nichol Cien Boutique pop – up shop Saturday June 4 at OPUS Hotel Lounge BEACH BAY CAFÉ KNOWS HOW TO PARTY: ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION INTRODUCES DAILY BRUNCH, SPECIAL … Read more
Westbank First Nation, the City of West Kelowna and Peachland Community Arts Council will be partnering to host the provincial launch for the 7th Annual BC Culture Days weekend (September 30-October 2, 2016). The launch is scheduled to take place on Friday, September 30, from 4-7 p.m. at Rotary and Westbank First Nation Public beaches or at Sensisyusten School, in case of inclement weather. “The … Read more