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SUMMARY:GSI Presents: Burrard St Bridgerton
DESCRIPTION:Grad School Improv presents BURRARD ST BRIDGERTON: an improvised spoof of Netflix’s spectacle period romance drama series BridgertoN. \nStunning balls\, chaste tension\, heaving bosoms\, GOSSIP! British accents\, sinfully delicious desire\, strings covers of Taylor Swift?! \nJoin us for some short-form games and our long form tribute to Netflix’s smutty pastel dreams regency-ISH show! Featuring guest stand-up Maddy Kelly (CBC’s Let’s Make a Rom-Com) \nPerformers: Evan Brow\, Brad Burega\, Kelsey Land\, Jill Lockley\, Jordan Moore\, Trang Nguyen\, Mel Peters\, Jesse Rea
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/gsi-presents-burrard-st-bridgerton/
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SUMMARY:Big Easter Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 8th Annual Big Easter Run taking place at Jericho Beach Saturday 8th April.\nSuitable for all ages and abilities including strollers and leashed dogs. 1-3km kids run includes Egg Hunt. \nThis holiday themed run offers a 5km/10km Big Bunny Run/Walk (2pm) as well as a 1km Little Bunny Run/Walk (1pm) around scenic Jericho Beach Park.\nRun with the local bunnies\, enjoy a DJ\, take part in the Egg Hunt (1-3km participants only) prize giveaways\, vendors and more. \nThe Big Easter Run tours picturesque Jericho Beach Park. Starting near the concession stand\, the course winds its way along trails surrounded by spring blooms\,\, twisting through the forest and then looping onto the beach side path\, with unbeatable views of the North Shore and Vancouver skyline. With mild inclines and stable paths\, everyone is assured a beautiful and stress-free run/walk. The route is for all ages and abilities. Pet & Stroller Friendly!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/big-easter-run/
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SUMMARY:Dancers of Damelahamid
DESCRIPTION:The internationally-renowned Indigenous dance company Dancers of Damelahamid brings its rich and compelling work to the stage for the March edition of The Dance Centre’s Discover Dance! noon hour series. \nSpirit and Tradition layers vibrant dances\, singing\, drumming\, and projected imagery to immerse audiences in the ecosystems and culture of the Indigenous lands and waters of the Northwest Coast. Tracing themes of reciprocity and ecological sustainability\, the work shares important teachings on balance\, interconnectedness\, and community\, and has been presented across Canada and in Hawaii\, Scotland\, Germany\, Peru\, Ecuador and China.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/dancers-of-damelahamid/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230325T160000
DTSTAMP:20230206T221851Z
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SUMMARY:Big Jungle Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2nd Annual Big Jungle Run taking place at Burnaby Lake Saturday 25th March.\nSuitable for all ages and abilities including strollers and leashed dogs. \nThis themed run offers a 5km/10km Run/Walk (2pm) as well as a 1km Kids Run/Walk (1pm) around scenic Burnaby Lake Park.\nExplore the trails\, enjoy a DJ\, prize giveaways\, vendors and more. \nThe Big Jungle Run tours beautiful Burnaby Lake Park. Starting near the playground\, the course winds its way along trails surrounded by green foliage. \nWith minimal inclines and stable paths\, everyone is assured a beautiful and stress-free run/walk. The route is for all ages and abilities. Pet & Stroller Friendly!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/big-jungle-run/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230326T180000
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SUMMARY:First Pick Handmade Spring Pop Up Fashion + Design Market
DESCRIPTION:First Pick Handmade returns to transform Heritage Hall into a 3\,300-square foot Spring Pop Up Fashion + Design Market with an exclusive and sustainable shopping experience on Saturday\, March 24 to Sunday\, March 26\, at 3102 Main Street\, Vancouver\, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm each day. Featuring local and BC-based designers and artists\, meet the creators of locally made fashion\, accessories and art.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/first-pick-handmade-spring-pop-up-fashion-design-market/
LOCATION:Heritage Hall\, 3102 Main St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5T 3G7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230318T233000
DTSTAMP:20230315T181005Z
CREATED:20230315T181005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T181005Z
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SUMMARY:Raincity w/ Emily Molloy & Marmoris @ Green Auto
DESCRIPTION:Described as “an acid trip struck by lightning” and “the rebellious daughter of goth and ska”\, Raincity is a Vancouver-based Rage-Funk band fronted by women on saxophone and vocals. The five members of Raincity combine their eclectic influences including Moon Hooch\, Amy Winehouse\, Queen\, and Rage Against the Machine. Their live shows are unique and explosive. They have performed over 350 shows since their inception opening for acts such as Too Many Zooz\, Bif Naked\, Lucky Chops\, Five Alarm Funk. They have headlined festivals including Squamish Local Fest\, Powtown Shakedown\, Forest Echoes Fest\, alongside performing at Rifflandia\, Canadian Music Week\, Uptown Live\, Shipyards Festival and many more. In 2022 they released their debut album “A Proper Latte” followed by a 19 date Canadian tour. Early in 2023 they released a Canadian cover album\, “ohyeahnofursurebud”\, with plans for many more upcoming releases.\n————————————–\nEMILY MOLLOY\nhttps://www.emilymolloymusic.com/ \nAn eccentric mix of soul\, modern rock n’ roll\, blistering blues and a nihilistic dose of grunge and punk rock\, Emily Molloy has been able to pursue her passions and craft her sound to carve out her own unique place within the Canadian music scene.\nHer voice would be at home in the smoky basements of a Chicago cabaret or down the graffiti and rain soaked back alleys of Seattle. Her debut 2021 EP release of “Catastrophes” was recorded live off the floor at The Warehouse Studios by Eric Mosher\, giving a well rounded sample of her sound.\nEmily is a staple of the Vancouver music scene\, with an all-star cast of some of Canada’s best musicians behind her. She has collaborated with both Canadian and International artists as Fort Knox Five\, Omegaman\, Thievery Corporation\, Bad Magic\, Gnarfunkel\, Brass Camel\, and is also part of Lemming Dynasty\, Pistol Whip The Devil\, and Duotone – with more collaborations to come in the new year. Her 6 piece all star band brings to life her own versatile soundscape.\n————————————–\nMARMORIS\nhttps://www.marmorisband.com/ \nThe music of Marmoris is drawn from the sonic prints of indie and alt styles. They are a family collaborating with one another to share their life stories and experiences. Their dynamic sound together with their captivating live performances have attracted interest in the greater Vancouver area. Whether it is soulful songs or hype-up tunes\, each song is inspired by a unique set of emotions. Since 2021\, Marmoris has released their first EP “High and Simplified” and played at a variety of venues\, including Guilt and Co\, the Roxy\, Portside Pub and many more. Currently the band is working on their first album\, so stay tuned! \nWOMEN WHO ROCK \n7:00pm Doors\n8:00pm Marmormis\n9:00pm Emily Molloy\n10:00pm Raincity \n$20 tix\nFood/Bev sold at the event\n————————————–\nRAINCITY\nhttps://www.thatbandraincity.com/
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/raincity-w-emily-molloy-marmoris-green-auto/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230309T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230319T193000
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SUMMARY:My Little Tomato
DESCRIPTION:In this surreal rom-com\, Keaton Chu\, Chinese-Canadian kindergarten teacher inherits a farm from his deceased parents and vows to continue the business to honor his family name. Unlucky in love in real life\, he begins to pour his heart out into every fruit and vegetable\, believing that every life form has a purpose even when they’re deformed. \nWhen Japanese-Irish-Canadian produce wholesaler and bar-star Joe McKinley unwittingly falls for Keaton\, they struggle to deal with historical familial\, cultural and relationship issues while proving love is possible even when dirty rotten tomatoes squeeze in on the fun.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/my-little-tomato/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230302T190000
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SUMMARY:Rawi Hage in Conversation with David Chariandy - Langara College
DESCRIPTION:Renowned Canadian author and Langara College’s inaugural Writer in Residence\, Rawi Hage is giving a public talk on March 2 in A130 from 6:00 pm –7:00 pm. He will be joined by fellow renowned author David Chariandy This event is open to the community but there is limited capacity. Please RSVP below to secure your place. There will be a reception in the A Building Main Foyer afterwards. Both Rawi and David’s books will be available to purchase and patrons will have an opportunity to have them signed. \nThursday\, March 2\nA Building Room A130 (Campus map -https://langara.ca/campus-facilities/campus-maps/index.html)\nDoors open: 5:30 PM\nProgram: 6:00 – 7:00 PM\nBook signing and reception to follow.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/rawi-hage-in-conversation-with-david-chariandy-langara-college/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230226T160000
DTSTAMP:20230227T221435Z
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SUMMARY:Going Back: Remembered and Remixed Family Folk Songs
DESCRIPTION:Going Back: Remembered and Remixed Family Folk Songs\nWhen: Sunday 2pm Feb 26\, 2023\nWhere: Dr. Sun Yat Sen Chinese Classical Garden\nTickets:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ginalina-an-friends-in-concert-with-the-vancouver-chinese-music-ensemble-tickets-532369691077 \nAttention Music Lovers! Get ready for a musical celebration that showcases a fusion of modern west coast sounds and traditional folk songs in an unforgettable concert for all ages. \nThe Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble and the iconic Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden are proud to present the highly anticipated collaboration with award-winning Canadian family folk artist and singer-songwriter\, Ginalina. \nIn “Going Back: Remembered and Remixed Family Folk Songs”\, Ginalina and the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble will take you on a musical journey through the rich tradition of Asian folk songs. It will be a musical journey that’s both familiar and foreign much like many of our stories. \nGinalina’s artistry has earned her a reputation as a most talented musicians in the industry. With multiple albums that delve into nature\, community\, and timeless themes\, her music has captivated audiences around the world. Her work has been recognized with 3 Juno nominations\, 4 Canadian Folk Music nominations\, and 2 Western Canadian Music Awards. \nThis is a rare opportunity to see Ginalina perform live\, alongside the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble\, in one of the most beautiful and culturally rich settings in Vancouver. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of music\, culture\, and tradition. Get your tickets now!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/going-back-remembered-and-remixed-family-folk-songs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230220T200000
DTSTAMP:20230227T221414Z
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SUMMARY:Family Day at McArthurGlen Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:To help local and visiting families enjoy B.C.’s Family Day holiday on Monday\, February 20th\, McArthurGlen Vancouver has a variety of kid-friendly activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy! \nOpen from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.\, visit McArthurGlen Vancouver for the following attractions on Family Day: \n– Complimentary Pet Rock Making and Mini Gable Box House Decorating\, offered from noon to 4 p.m. at McArthurGlen Vancouver’s gazebo\, located next to The Gap\n– Kid-friendly outdoor covered play area\n– A delicious lunch or dinner at any of McArthurGlen Vancouver’s dining partners\, including Café Artigiano\, Bibo Pizzeria\, Soft Peaks Icecream\, Japadog\, Hugo’s Churros & Tacos\, and more\n– Airplane watching “Plane Spotting” throughout the centre\, with views of YVR’s planes taking off and landing and sunset scenery\n– Shopping for the whole family! The centre has over 80 brick-and-mortar stores\, like the newly re-opened massive Mountain Warehouse\, and others that have an additional focus on younger family members\, like The Gap\, Old Navy\, Nike\, Vans\, Herschel Supply Co\, and Tommy Hilfiger.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/family-day-at-mcarthurglen-vancouver/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230221
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SUMMARY:Family Day at The Chinatown Storytelling Centre
DESCRIPTION:This Family Day long weekend\, enjoy 50% off admission and walk back in time\, immersing yourself in the culture of Chinese Canadiens who helped shape Canada and build its true\, north-strong\, and free values that we have today. Live through the plight of the courageous labourers who travelled across the pacific to provide for their families in China— while acknowledging the brave individuals who enlisted to fight in World War II\, earning all future generations of Chinese Canadians the right to vote in the face of adversity.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/family-day-at-the-chinatown-storytelling-centre/
LOCATION:Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, 168 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1T3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230216T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230305T193000
DTSTAMP:20230119T221356Z
CREATED:20230119T221356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T221356Z
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SUMMARY:Starwalker
DESCRIPTION:The story follows Starwalker\, an Indigi-Queer Two-Spirit drag queen learning the ropes of the East Van Drag community. When Starwalker is introduced to Drag at the House of Borealis\, their whole world changes\, introducing them to a home they never knew they needed\, creating a new persona that blends their grounded Indigenous cultural spirit with drag performance\, resulting in an empowering and celebratory experience that only tearing down the patriarchy can provide. Payette’s pop/rock music\, paired with pulsing drums\, sets the perfect musical scene for this modern-day love story.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/starwalker/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230214T183000
DTSTAMP:20230206T221710Z
CREATED:20230206T221710Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Mystery Games for Valentine's Day
DESCRIPTION:Treat your loved one(s) to Outdoor Mystery Games on Valentine’s Day in Vancouver! \nSign up your team of 2 to 6 players. Each team is a private team\, you are only teamed up with the people you invite. Play any time Valentine’s Day weekend up to Tuesday\, February 14. Vancouver Mysteries outdoor games are a fun Valentine’s Day activity for families or groups of friends as well as a fun date idea. \nVALENTINES DATE IDEAS\nMake a night of it and head over to Stock and Supply for dinner and drinks after your game. \nShow your booking confirmation and save 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages. Note: this offer is valid only on the day of your game and can not be combined with other offers (including the Happy Hour menu). Stock and Supply is conveniently located near all game start/end locations\, in the Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Suites at 550 West Hastings. Game bookings are for two hours\, so keep this in mind when planning your evening. \nSurprise your date with a mystery date for Valentine’s Day. \nDoes your date love mystery and surprises? Are they fans of spy movies\, superhero movies or detective tv shows\, true crime or crime scene investigation (CSI)? An outdoor mystery game is the perfect way to get away from screens and experience real-life adventure and fun. If you want to set up your game as a surprise\, please get in touch with us so we can help you arrange this. \nVALENTINES DAY FOR EVERYONE \nEveryone welcome! You can play in pairs or any group size you want. The maximum team size is 6 players so you can sign up for more than one team or book your own private game if you have at least 7 players. Book a private game here. Up to 2 kids under 6 years old can join any team for free (we recommend Heroes and Villains Family for groups with younger kids). \nHow far in advance should I book Valentine’s day? \nValentine’s Day weekend and Valentine’s Day has sold out in the past so please book soon. We have different games running every half hour\, every day – availability shows on our Book Now page when you choose the game you want to play. If you don’t see the time you want\, try choosing a different game. You can also call\, text or email us and our Experience Team will help you.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/outdoor-mystery-games-for-valentines-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T170000
DTSTAMP:20230227T221559Z
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SUMMARY:CREATION BLUES Art Show : New Works by Erik Volet & Bailey Radmussen
DESCRIPTION:New Works by Erik Volet (paintings)\n& Bailey Rasmussen (printmaking media works on paper)
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/creation-blues-art-show-new-works-by-erik-volet-bailey-radmussen/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230205T170000
DTSTAMP:20230125T205419Z
CREATED:20230125T205419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T205419Z
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SUMMARY:Jasmine Jazz - An Evening of Unusual Jazz on Chinese Instruments
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the unique and beautiful blend of Asian and Jazz instruments in this live concert featuring three Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble musicians with ​some of Vancouver’s finest jazz artists​ led by Juno-nominated bassist and composer Jodi Proznick. \nOn Sunday\, February 5\, ​experience an unusual and exquisite interplay between traditional Chinese and jazz instruments that will take place at the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. \nFeatured Musicians: Jirong Huang (erhu)\, Sarah Yusha Tan (guzheng) and Zhongxi Wu (Suona) performing with Proznick​ (bass)\, Bill Coon (guitar) and ​James Danderfer ​(clarinet/sax)​​.\nJazz will be interpreted through traditional Chinese instruments; traditional and contemporary Chinese music will be given a new life through jazz. \nAccording to Proznick\, “The afternoon concert will be all about musical conversations\, and an east meets west experience\, full of beauty\, harmony\, mutual respect and interplay. The repertoire will be a beautiful mix of songs pulled from jazz repertoire\, traditional Chinese folk music and original composition.” \nThis concert also celebrates the release of Jasmine Jazz\, the first album by this excellent sextet.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/jasmine-jazz-an-evening-of-unusual-jazz-on-chinese-instruments/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230128T203000
DTSTAMP:20230119T223502Z
CREATED:20230119T223502Z
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SUMMARY:Year of the Rabbit Canto & K-pop night
DESCRIPTION:For all the foodies out there\, don’t miss this heritage food-tasting night with bespoke Lunar New Year dishes from the neighbourhood. Come learn about the cultural significance of each dish and support Chinatown’s talented chefs. To top it off\, we’ll have live Cantopop and K-pop performances in our theatre! Limited spots\, please reserve your tickets asap. \nCost: $35 per person ($25 for CSC members)
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/year-of-the-rabbit-canto-k-pop-night/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230122T150000
DTSTAMP:20230119T223321Z
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SUMMARY:Year of the Rabbit Paint Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly celebration to ring in the year of the Water Rabbit! Paint your own lucky rabbit to take home and meet the spectacular God of Wealth (caishen\, choi sun) who will be sharing blessings and passing out treats. On this special day\, we are offering entry by donation to our exhibit space. \nCost: Free (By Donation)
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/year-of-the-rabbit-paint-event/
LOCATION:Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, 168 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1T3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230122T140000
DTSTAMP:20230107T234732Z
CREATED:20230107T234732Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Day is free\, family-friendly and fun! January 22nd is #AMERoundup2023 Discovery Day at Vancouver Convention Centre East. Bring the whole family to experience mineral exploration and mining in a hands-on\, interactive day of learning. \nDiscovery Day is a hands-on\, interactive earth science activity day for kids and families featuring gold panning\, samples of rocks\, minerals and fossils you can touch\, virtual reality experiences\, and geologists and engineers on call to answer all your questions. Dig into the minerals and metals beneath our province and learn how minerals in BC are vital ingredients in our everyday lives – and for our future. Discover how the minerals and metals found in BC are critical to global supply chains\, sustainable energy solutions and a low-carbon future. \nHave you ever wondered what’s inside your cell phone or computer? What are they made of\, and where did the materials come from? Find out at Discovery Day along with lots of other activities\, including: \n\n‘Stump the Geologist’ and other hands-on games with geologists and engineers\nExperience ancient fossils\, spectacular minerals and billion-year-old rocks\nMake the earth shake and measure it on a seismometer\nGet spooky with glow-in-the-dark mineral displays\nMeet mascots Buddy the Miner Betty the Miner\, and the Whitecaps icon\, Spike\nTour a real remote mineral exploration camp\nExperience Britannia MineVR technology displays\nPan for gold with Yukon Dan\nQuiet activities\, including toys\, colouring\, Lego\, puzzles and more\nFree face painting\, balloon bending\, and popcorn and cotton candy!\n\nActivities recommended for ages 4-12 years old. \nThank you to our sponsors; Teck Resources\, Anglo American\, BGC Engineering and Strategic Metals Ltd.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/discovery-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230119T110000
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SUMMARY:Dancer Not Dementia - Virtual Premiere
DESCRIPTION:Help change the conversation and join us in celebrating the joy of a community of dancers living with dementia and their carers through the free virtual film premiere on YouTube. Dancer Not Dementia captures the impact of dance through the eyes of residents and staff of Alexis Lodge Dementia Care Residence and Cedarhurst Dementia Care Home with the support of experts in the health and art spaces. \nThis captivating film was directed by Anthony Grani\, and is presented by Canada’s National Ballet School with contributions from the Public Health Agency of Canada. \nTo receive a reminder to join the Dancer Not Dementia online screening premiere party\, subscribe to Canada’s National Ballet School’s YouTube channel. \nCanada’s National Ballet School will also be offering special screenings of the film (by request) to be shown in care homes\, retirement and healthcare communities\, libraries\, classrooms\, and more.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/dancer-not-dementia-virtual-premiere/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230615T170000
DTSTAMP:20230119T222018Z
CREATED:20230119T222018Z
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SUMMARY:Raised in Chinatown
DESCRIPTION:The Chinatown Storytelling Centre is excited to introduce a new special exhibit\, Raised in Chinatown. \nProduced in partnership with students from the Langara College Design Formation department\, Raised in Chinatown is a special lobby exhibit at the Chinatown Storytelling Centre exploring Chinese Canadian youth culture in Vancouver from the 1910s to 1960s. The Raised in Chinatown exhibit includes rare archival photographs and artifacts that capture the vibrant activities of the early Chinese Canadian youth. The exhibit will run until June 15\, 2023.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/raised-in-chinatown/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230122T200000
DTSTAMP:20230109T214918Z
CREATED:20230109T214918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T214918Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Splash Fundraiser For Family Services of Gr. Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:From Monday Jan. 16/23 to Sunday Jan. 22/23 (8 am to 8 pm) Express Auto Wash on E. 4th Ave\, Vancouver (off Boundary) is offering free Platinum-level car wash in exchange for donations to the Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV). The car wash service is valued at $20 dollars and donations of any amount towards the Family Services of Greater Vancouver will be accepted. \nThe recently opened Express Auto Wash\, is an eco-friendly car wash located at 3680 East 4th Ave\, Vancouver\, at the corner Boundary and Lougheed. The car wash is within the same building of the carbon-neutral NationWide Self Storage facility\, bringing a dynamic collaboration of car wash and storage services to residents of Burnaby and Vancouver. The fundraiser helps the community with an environmentally friendly car wash\, and the donations support those in need. Family Services of Greater Vancouver is a great non-profit organization\, working to support and empower individuals\, families\, and communities. FSGV programs and services are designed to help people develop the skills\, knowledge\, and confidence to create positive change in their lives. \nCome by Express Auto Wash at 3680 East 4th Ave\, Vancouver between Monday Jan. 16/23 to Sunday Jan. 22/23 (8 am to 8 pm) and help  support a great cause providing positive change in your community\, while supporting the environment.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/grand-splash-fundraiser-for-family-services-of-gr-vancouver/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230115T000000
DTSTAMP:20221221T232709Z
CREATED:20221221T232709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T232709Z
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SUMMARY:Leather and Lace Theatre presents Calendar Girls
DESCRIPTION:Calendar Girls is a hilarious play based on the true story of Women’s Institute members who pose nude for a calendar to raise money for the local hospital when one of their husbands dies of leukemia. News of the charitable venture spreads like wildfire and hordes of press descend on the small village. Will their friendships survive under the strain of their newfound fame? \nTicket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/calendar-girls-at-deep-cove-shaw-theatre-tickets-428020539957 \n 
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/leather-and-lace-theatre-presents-calendar-girls/
LOCATION:Deep Cove Shaw Theatre\, 4360 Gallant Ave\, North Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221231T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230101T210000
DTSTAMP:20221221T231858Z
CREATED:20221221T231858Z
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SUMMARY:Elysium NYE 2023
DESCRIPTION:ELYSIUM NYE 2023\n________________\nJoin us Saturday\, December 31st for New Year’s Eve\nat the newest nightclub in Vancouver: Elysium Nightclub\nwith the final and biggest night of the year as we ring in 2023\n________________ \nWE HAVE A SPECIAL NIGHT\nWITH THE TOP DJS FROM THE US AND CANADA \nDJ SEDUZA\nFROM LA\nDJ ATHENA\nFROM LA\nDJ REN\nFROM VANCOUVER\nDJ HEU\nFROM OTTAWA \nTHEY WILL BE BRINGING A NIGHT FULL OF\nTHE BEST OF THE YEAR HIP-HOP AND EDM \nJoin us as we dance the night away until midnight for the countdown\nwith complimentary champagne for a full-nightclub countdown and cheers\nand continue the night until 4AM \nMain Room: Full Bar\, Dance Floor\, DJ Area\, Gatsby Decorated\nVIP Patio Room: Table Service\, Rustic Brick and Vine Decorated \nDATE: New Year’s Eve\, Saturday\, December 31st\nWHEN: Doors open at 9 PM. Please plan to arrive early to ensure smooth and quick entry. Extended New Year’s hours have us open until 4 AM\nWHERE: Elysium Nightclub – 1240 Thurlow Street\, Vancouver\, V6E 1X5\nDRESS CODE: Dress To Impress (no athleisure/gym wear) \nGRAB YOUR TICKETS NOW — ONCE WE SELL OUT THEY ARE GONE\nTicket Tiers:\nTIER ONE: $40\nTIER TWO: $60\nTIER THREE: $80 \nFor VIP reservations please text Chris at 604 652 8374\nA limited amount of early-booking bottle packages are available \nPresented by Envy Entertainment and Elysium Nightclub
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/elysium-nye-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221223T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221223T230000
DTSTAMP:20220715T203411Z
CREATED:20220715T201137Z
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SUMMARY:Theatresports™ at The Improv
DESCRIPTION:Theatresports is back! Two teams of highly skilled improv comedians vie for the laughs and support of audience judges. A high-energy\, fast paced and good-natured competition that will leave you wanting more. \nFridays and Saturdays at 7.30pm & 9:30pm\nShow duration: 90 minutes including a 15-minute intermission.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/theatresports-at-the-improv-2/2022-12-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T213000
DTSTAMP:20221205T211359Z
CREATED:20221205T211359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T211359Z
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SUMMARY:The Comedy Department Presents: Holiday Comedy Rumble
DESCRIPTION:Get in the holiday spirit and start your weekend early! \nIt’s candy cane chaos and mistletoe mayhem in this fast paced improv comedy spectacular! With Santa finally taking a year off to work on his tan in Palm Springs\, the North Pole’s top three elves duke it out in a merry-making Christmas comedy competition. \nWho will get the coveted position of squeezing down the chimney and bringing joy to children worldwide? Only the dutiful employees at the North Pole (the audience) will have the final say on which elf slays the competition and gets to drive Santa’s sleigh on Christmas Eve! \nThis show is sure to delight and deliver hilarious holiday punchlines.\nCome down to our cool\, specially curated\, speak-easy style room in the back of The Park Pub at the Best Western Sands on 1755 Davie Street and see award-winning comedy featuring some of the best improvisers in North America! \nIf you love Whose Line Is It Anyway\, you’ll love this show.\nIt’s a fast-paced improv show based entirely on audience suggestions. \nNo two shows are the same! \nIncredible food and beverage table service is available during the show! \nTickets are $22.50 plus fees. Available in advance online or at the door.\nwww.thecomedydepartment.com \nAre you celebrating something? A birthday? An anniversary? Or maybe you just want to have a hilarious night out with your friends or co-workers? Whatever it is\, we are the show to make the night a forever memory! \nThere is a very good chance you’ve seen them on Netflix\, Amazon Prime\, Disney+\, CW\, ABC\, NBC\, CBS\, CBC\, CRAVE and more. Yes we’re bragging! Maybe you’ve seen one of our regular performers’s on YouTube’s Convos With My 2-Year-Old (125+ million views) or not. \nOur performers have toured across North America\, Australia and The Caribbean and performed at comedy festivals such as: Just For Laughs\, Bumbershoot\, Edmonton’s Improvaganza\, and the Chicago\, Seattle\, Miami\, Vancouver and San Francisco Improv festivals. \nOur Improv Comedians are:\nVancouver TheatreSports Alumni\nMembers of the Internationally acclaimed The Comic Strippers\nCanadian Comedy Award Winners\nCanadian Comedy Award Multi-Nominees\nYouTube Streamy Award Winners\nSecond City Alumni \nSPECIAL EVENT ENTERTAINMENT\nDo you need some entertainment for your special event?\nWe are a world-class special event and corporate entertainment company.  A professional comedy team with decades of experience in improv\, sketch writing\, film\, television and digital production that has worked together since faxing was still a thing. With extensive relationships in the entertainment community\, we can access the perfect talent for your event.\nCome get the laughs!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-comedy-department-presents-holiday-comedy-rumble/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T230000
DTSTAMP:20220715T201443Z
CREATED:20220715T201443Z
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SUMMARY:TIC Presents: The Lab
DESCRIPTION:Come see some of Vancouver’s finest improvisors get experimental in this fast-paced\, innovative show. This is a rare chance to see the creation of brand-new games\, characters and formats as the players let their creativity bubble over. Never the same show twice\, The Lab will have you erupting with laughter! \nThursdays at 7:30pm\nShow duration: 70 minutes including a 5-minute intermission.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/tic-presents-the-lab/2022-12-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T230000
DTSTAMP:20220715T201443Z
CREATED:20220715T201443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T201443Z
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SUMMARY:TIC Presents: The Lab
DESCRIPTION:Come see some of Vancouver’s finest improvisors get experimental in this fast-paced\, innovative show. This is a rare chance to see the creation of brand-new games\, characters and formats as the players let their creativity bubble over. Never the same show twice\, The Lab will have you erupting with laughter! \nThursdays at 7:30pm\nShow duration: 70 minutes including a 5-minute intermission.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/tic-presents-the-lab/2022-12-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T230000
DTSTAMP:20220715T201443Z
CREATED:20220715T201443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T201443Z
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SUMMARY:TIC Presents: The Lab
DESCRIPTION:Come see some of Vancouver’s finest improvisors get experimental in this fast-paced\, innovative show. This is a rare chance to see the creation of brand-new games\, characters and formats as the players let their creativity bubble over. Never the same show twice\, The Lab will have you erupting with laughter! \nThursdays at 7:30pm\nShow duration: 70 minutes including a 5-minute intermission.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/tic-presents-the-lab/2022-12-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221222T230000
DTSTAMP:20220715T201443Z
CREATED:20220715T201443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T201443Z
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SUMMARY:TIC Presents: The Lab
DESCRIPTION:Come see some of Vancouver’s finest improvisors get experimental in this fast-paced\, innovative show. This is a rare chance to see the creation of brand-new games\, characters and formats as the players let their creativity bubble over. Never the same show twice\, The Lab will have you erupting with laughter! \nThursdays at 7:30pm\nShow duration: 70 minutes including a 5-minute intermission.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/tic-presents-the-lab/2022-12-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230115T211500
DTSTAMP:20221221T232339Z
CREATED:20221221T232339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T232339Z
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SUMMARY:Beauty And The Beast Cocktail Experience: Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:An immersive cocktail adventure! Based on the Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont fairytale\, come along on a 90-minute journey and step into the enchanted and cursed world of Beauty & The Beast. Brought to you by the interactive team behind The Alice Cocktail Experience\, Neverland and The Wizard’s Den. \nYou’re invited to an elegant\, Victorian cocktail party (dress-ups encouraged!)\, part of the select few that have been invited to this elaborate Castle. You’ll be invited to sample from the Castle’s finest delights (of the alcoholic and edible variety)\, but be careful not to overstay your welcome to take anything that’s not yours – or you may not get home at all! \nJoin us for a theatrical\, alternate reality experience that will take you into a world of fairytale! Across 90 minutes you will: \n*Create two bespoke themed cocktails. \n*Solve riddles and challenges to lift the curse and escape the enchanted Castle \n*And much\, much more! \nLimited tickets available now! \nDisclaimer – No inanimate objects will be hurt during this adventure \nThis is an escape room\, a theatre show and an adventure all blended into one really fun experience! This is something not to be missed. \nPlease note there is a lockout after 15 minutes where you will be refused entry. The experience is a performance and arriving later than 15 minutes is disruptive to the actors and other customers – we therefore will not accept customers who are later than that time period and you will need to transfer to a new date/time. Please aim to arrive early to avoid! \nPlease note this is an 19+ event except for family-friendly sessions. \nPlease bring TWO pieces of physical government photo ID.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/beauty-and-the-beast-cocktail-experience-vancouver-2/
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