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Free Comic Book Day 2013 – May 4

Apr 27, 2013 by

TweetComic stores across Canada will be giving away a free comic book, no purchase necessary, to anyone who enters a participating shop. This year there will be a selection of 53 comics. “There’s a character, creator and storyline for just about everyone,” said FCBD spokesperson, Leslie Bowser. To find a participating comic store near you click [...]

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Birding Walks – April 20

Apr 06, 2013 by

TweetExplore Surrey’s parks through bird watching. You’ll improve your identification skills and find answers for your birding questions.  Run wild and go on an adventure. What to bring and wear: – Bring a good pair of binoculars and a field guide, if you have them. We’ll have extras on hand for those that don’t have [...]

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Opera Speaks Series: All About Tea – April 9

Apr 06, 2013 by

TweetDiscover the mysteries of tea from China and Japan.  The secrets and special powers teas hold will be revealed in this Opera Speaks Series event. Free admission. Seating is limited. Co-sponsored by Vancouver Opera, www.vancouveropera.ca All About Tea Tuesday, April 9, 2013 –  7pm to 9pm Location: Central Library Downtown Vancouver –  350 W. Georgia [...]

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Artists in Our Midst, Exhibit and Open Studio – April 13 to 14

Apr 06, 2013 by

TweetThis event is a self guided tour of 24 studios, pop-up galleries and venues throughout Vancouver’s west side. Lord Byng Mini School will be participating as well to showcase emerging young artists. Art Work  2013 Click on this link to schedule your route by artists and locations: http://aiom.squarespace.com/storage/AIOM_Brochure_2013.pdf Artists in Our Midst, Exhibit and Open [...]

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Renfrew Ravine Clean-Up & Planting Party – March 31

Mar 25, 2013 by

TweetGet started on spring cleaning with a party. Help clean the environment with some pretty cool people and get rewarded with some tea and treats Activities include: – Scavenging for unwanted garbage – Planting native plant species – Conducting water quality test Renfrew Ravine Clean-Up & Planiting Party Sunday, March 31, 2013 – 10am Location: [...]

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Canstruction 2013 – March 25 to April 3

Mar 21, 2013 by

TweetCome see all the amazing structures made out of cans like the one below Free admission, cash donations to Greater Vancouver Food Bank welcome. Canstruction 2013 Monday, March 25, 2013 to Wednesday, April 3, 2013 – 10am to 5pm Location: HSBC Pendulum Gallery – 885 West Georgia St, Vancouver [map] Four Seasons Hotel – 791 [...]

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Party at McDonald’s Bridgeport – March 9

Mar 07, 2013 by

TweetParty Favours Include: face painting and balloon animals: 11am to 3pm ribbon cutting, CAKE with Ronald, and prize draws: 1pm 25 cent Chicken McNuggets!! 11am to 7pm Saturday, March 9, 2013 – 11 am to 3pm Location: McDonald’s Bridgeport- 2760 Sweden Way, Richmond [map]

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2013 Guide to Year of the Snake Celebrations

Jan 26, 2013 by

TweetGong hei fat choi! Happy Chinese New Year’s everyone Venues will splashed with red and gold everywhere with lions roaming about in this annual tradition for many. Don’t miss out on the fun and excitement. It will definitely be another good reason to party and celebrate the beginning of the new year. Check out the [...]

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Celebration of the Snake at Aberdeen – February 6 to 11

Jan 26, 2013 by

TweetAberdeen has planned a full on vibrant and energetic celebration for the Year of the Snake from the Flower Fair to the countdown night to Chinese New Year. Of course there will also be lion dancing…that being said, beware of red lions camouflaged within the gazillions of red lanterns  hung throughout the mall. Celebration Features: [...]

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Chinese New Year : Year of the Snake Temple Fair – February 17

Jan 24, 2013 by

TweetNot only is the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden a beautiful place to visit, it’s also a place where delightful, cultural events are being hosted. Throughout the year, Dr. Sun Yat-sen Garden organizes many wonderful events and celebrating the year of the snake is one of them. There will be soo much to do: playing [...]

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