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SUMMARY:Erhu to Cantopop:  Five Thousand Springs of Chinese Sound
DESCRIPTION:Step into the rich world of Chinese music through live performance\, storytelling\, instrument demonstrations\, and hands-on discovery. This immersive workshop explores the sounds and history of instruments such as the erhu\, pipa\, guzheng\, suona\, and sheng\, inviting audiences to experience the beauty\, depth\, and variety of Chinese music up close. \nInspired by the Dream Factory: Cantopop Mandopop 1980s to 2000s exhibition at the Chinese Canadian Museum\, the workshop also traces the path from traditional Chinese music to the rise of Cantopop. Along the way\, participants will explore the connection between language tones and music\, the development of Cantopop\, and the legacy of legendary composer Joseph Koo Ka-fai\, often celebrated as the Father of Cantopop. Your museum admission also includes access to the exhibition\, making it easy to enjoy both in one visit. \nThis event is open to music lovers\, curious newcomers\, cultural enthusiasts\, and anyone interested in Chinese music. It will be especially rewarding for composers interested in writing new music for Chinese instruments\, offering deeper insight into traditional Chinese musical aesthetics\, instrumental colour\, and creative possibilities for new composition. \nThe workshop also connects to VCME’s third Composer Commission Project\, which will support the creation of new works for Chinese instruments by selected composers from across Canada. \nMore info on the workshop: www.chinesemusicvancouver.com/erhu-to-cantopop
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/erhu-to-cantopop-five-thousand-springs-of-chinese-sound/
LOCATION:Chinese Canadian Museum\, 51 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, V6A 1S9
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble":MAILTO:vancouverchinesemusicensemble@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Valentines Day Lunch for Couples
DESCRIPTION:This Valentine’s\, don’t just go out for lunch.\nPress pause on life… and come back to each other. \nJoin Jeanell Greene\, Marriage Coach and Relationship Rebuild Expert\, for a heartfelt\, joy-filled Valentine’s experience created especially for couples who want more connection\, more laughter\, and more us time — not just another meal out. \nYou’ll share a generous\, family-style Italian feast — homemade pastas\, artisan pizzas\, fresh salads\, warm bread\, and a celebratory drink — all meant to be savored together. Because the best things in life (and love) are meant to be shared. \nBut this isn’t just lunch. \nYou’ll also experience 5 powerful\, practical shifts to strengthen your marriage — simple tools to communicate with more ease\, reconnect emotionally and physically\, break out of autopilot\, and feel like teammates and best friends again. \nMost couples don’t drift because something is broken.\nThey drift because life gets busy. \nThis is your reset. Your reminder. Your reconnection. \nExpect laughter. A few “aha” moments. Maybe even that hand squeeze across the table that says\, we’ve still got this. \nCome for the food.\nStay for the love.\nLeave feeling closer\, lighter\, and excited about your future together. 💛
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/valentines-day-lunch-for-couples/
LOCATION:PASTA POLO COQUITLAM\, 2754 Barnet Hwy\, Coquitlam\, V3B 1B8
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SUMMARY:Careers in Cybersecurity | hosted by Vancouver Community College & Vancouver Public Library
DESCRIPTION:With cyber threats on the rise\, Vancouver’s demand for skilled professionals is surging. This free event is a rare opportunity for aspiring tech professionals and those without an IT background looking to make a career change. All are welcome to join! \nWhy attend? \n\nHear from top cybersecurity professionals who are also instructors in VCC’s Continuing Studies department\nLearn about the in-demand skills and diverse career pathways in Vancouver’s growing tech sector\, a field with strong job growth and competitive salaries\nGet practical advice on what qualifications and experience you need to stand out in the field\nNetwork with experts and like-minded professionals\nTips for newcomers to Canada on how to land a tech job in Vancouver
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/careers-in-cybersecurity-hosted-by-vancouver-community-college-vancouver-public-library/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library\, 350 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, V6B 6B1
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:candie.tanaka@vpl.ca
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Film School Open House
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Film School invites you to take the first step in your creative career at our Open House. Explore our world-class production centre in-person! From our award-winning industry production programs to our part-time online offerings\, post-graduate degree options\, and scholarship opportunities\, you will get the full scope of the VFS student experience.\nFind out what interests you! \nAll 15 of our programs will have dedicated booths for you to explore and our Admissions team will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have about a creative arts education at VFS.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vancouver-film-school-open-house-february-2025/
LOCATION:151 W Cordova\, 151 W Cordova Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 1E1
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Film School":MAILTO:eventinfo@vfs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T130000
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SUMMARY:Accessible Community Forum: Disability and the Media
DESCRIPTION:How do you feel about the representation of people with disabilities in the media? \nOn October 23rd\, 2024\, join us at Creekside Community Recreation Centre from 1:00 – 3:00 PM PT for our next Accessible Community Forum on Disability and the Media\, to discover our community’s thoughts and experiences around representation and inclusivity in our current media culture. \nThis forum will address the representation of disabilities in the media. We will discuss important topics\, such as fostering more diverse disability narratives\, and how we can enhance honest representation within the media industry. \nThe panelists for the coming Accessible Community Forum include: \n– HOST: Amy Amantea an Artist\, Actor and Advocate for Persons with Disabilities\n– Susanna Uchatius Artistic Director at Theatre Terrific\n– Katie MacMillan Founder of Kello Inclusive\n– Grant Hardy Producer at Accessible Media Inc.\n– Tilly Nelson Photographer and avocate for equal representation\n– Ladan Sahraei Iranian-Canadian deaf actress\, director and filmmaker \nYour input is crucial in driving positive change within the landscape of media representation in Canada. Let’s work together to create a more inclusive and empowering environment for all members of our community.\nThank you for your participation\, and we look forward to seeing you at the forum!\n—\nYou are the expert of your experience. Be heard.\nIf you require assistance taking the survey\, registering or attending this event\, please email us at info@connectra.org. Closed captioning will be available.\nCheck out our previous Accessible Community Forums at disabilityfoundation.org/acf\n—\nAbout the Disability Foundation: Established in 1985 and based in Vancouver\, B.C.\, the Disability Foundation strives to support people with physical disabilities by supporting accessible programs to enjoy outdoor activities\, make social connections\, and access personalized adapted devices. With the support of our well-rounded\, multi-disciplinary board members\, our leadership team has experienced great success in empowering the disability community to reimagine what is possible.\n– —\nAbout the ConnecTra Society: Formed in 1999 by Vancouver tetraplegic Sam Sullivan\, the ConnecTra Society is a connecting agency linking people with physical disabilities to activities and programs that will\, over time\, allow them to grow\, gain confidence and become increasingly more active and involved in community life. We aim to get all people with significant disabilities living in British Columbia as socially active and engaged as possible through our workshops and other resources.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/accessible-community-forum-disability-and-the-media/
LOCATION:Creekside Community Recreation Centre\, 1 Athletes Way\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Y 0B1
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SUMMARY:The 2024 Phil Lind Initiative continues with X Martinez
DESCRIPTION:On March 21\, climate activist and hip-hop artist with Indigenous Mexica roots X Martinez will take to the Phil Lind Initiative stage with a discussion moderated by author and co-director of UBC’s Centre for Climate Justice Naomi Klein. Now 23 years old\, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez (first name pronounced Shoe-Tez-Caht) has been on the frontlines of the climate and environmental movement since the young age of 6 and is widely recognized for his passionate and unwavering fight for climate justice. Named one of Rolling Stone Magazine’s “25 under 25” and one of Time Magazine’s “TIMES Next 100\,” he has been involved as a plaintiff in multiple legal proceedings—calling out the U.S. government and giants of the fossil fuel industry for failing to take necessary action on climate change. Xiuhtezcatl has spoken multiple times at the UN\, addressing the General Assembly and has also spoken on panels with the likes of Bernie Sanders\, Van Jones\, Shailene Woodley\, Bill McKibben\, and Pharrell Williams. Xiuhtezcatl is also an artist at his core\, using his music as a yet another platform to share urgent messages of Indigenous solidarity and care for the planet. Collaborating with musicians including Atlanta rapper Raury and Grammy nominated musician and actor Jaden Smith\, his quick-witted lyrics challenge systems of injustice to envision a better future.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-2024-phil-lind-initiative-continues-with-x-martinez/
LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Performing Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Lind Inniative":MAILTO:chan.tickets@ubc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240215T180000
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SUMMARY:The UBC Phil Lind Initiative Speaker Series: Pop Politics
DESCRIPTION:The Phil Lind Initiative returns to UBC in 2024 with Pop Politics: Pop Culture and Political Life in the United States— a novel and nuanced exploration of how pop culture has influenced and shaped how we understand\, experience\, and practice politics in the United States. \nFebruary 15: Suleika Jaouad & Jon Batiste\nGrammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Jon Batiste and Emmy Award-winning journalist Suleika Jaouad discuss art and creative expression as an act of survival and connection. Celebrated artists and life partners\, the talk will touch on their recent 2023 Netflix documentary American Symphony\, the deeply personal writing and health struggles of Jaouad\, and the foundational philosophy behind Batiste’s latest album World Music Radio\, which challenges the borders we draw between musical genres\, artistic disciplines\, and communities of people themselves.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-ubc-phil-lind-initiative-speaker-series-pop-politics/
LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Performing Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada
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