With three weeks left in the ‘Keep the WISE Alive’ fundraising campaign and just over half of the $10000 goal raised, WISE Hall has announced a benefit concert. On August 9th, local rockers The Odds, are joined by Palomars and Big Top with an appearance by the Screaming Chicken Burlesque Society. Besides a night of…
Author: Jay Minter
Alabama Shakes Vancouver
Alabama Shakes – Orpheum Theatre – July 23, 2013 Making a third visit to Vancouver in just over a year, Alabama Shakes are building a solid audience in the city as more and more people hear about the group. I was encouraged to attend by a friend who raved about their previous shows so they…
Picks Of The Week – July 24, 2013
I hope you’re enjoying this long streak of sunny weather don’t forget to come in from the sun and enjoy a few of the great activities in the City. Arts: Take Pride in Art as the Roundhouse Community Centre plays host to the Queer Arts Festival visual arts exhibits until August 9th. Laugh: Comedian, radio/tv…
Urbanears Re:Plattan
The earphones that we know for giving us great sound and comfort are now giving back to the planet. Urbanears introduces the Re:Plattan – the perfect pair of headphones to listen to a “feel-good” playlist and feel good while doing it. These eco-friendly headphones are made from unused parts from previous seasons of Plattan. But…
Get a TASTE of Victoria
The cork pops off of the fifth annual TASTE Festival later this week. Victoria’s Festival Of Food & Wine kicks off Thursday July 25th with an evening of tastings from over 100 BC wines accompanied by locally inspired cuisine created by Vancouver Island’s top chefs. More than just another wine festival, TASTE is a culinary…
Fly Over Canada Takes Off
Vancouver’s newest attraction, Fly Over Canada is generating big buzz since opening this month. Located in the former IMAX Theatre space, the multi-million dollar 4D attraction brings a year-round activity to the far end of Canada Place. The experience begins at the Fly Over Canada kiosk at the start of Canada Place, then strolling along…
Vancouver Folk Fest 2013
Once again the sun will shine on Jericho Beach Park as the Vancouver Folk Festival gets underway for another year. Over 60 bands and artists will descend on the beach and its 7 stages. With the beauty of English Bay and the city skyline as the backdrop and great bands in before you, the 36th…