Since I’m flying off to Vegas this weekend it reminded me of the things I hate when travelling so I thought I’d share some of my (and I’m sure other people’s) pet peeves. 1. DO arrive in plenty of time for your flight. If you can’t make it on time don’t expect to be pushing…
Author: Jay Minter
Urban Culture Conference & Awards 2011
In spite of the “no-fun city” naysayers, Vancouver is a city rich in culture and diversity with unique artists, creators and performers around every corner. The first annual Urban Culture Conference & Awards (UCC) aims to capitalize on this rich tapestry of arts and culture by gathering them all together for one great weekend this…
The POP Tour -“Pre-Outgames Party Tour” is coming!
The GLISA 2011 North America Outgames will be held in Vancouver from July 25th to July 31st 2011! To put on an 18 sporting events, a Human Rights Conference and nightly cultural, entertainment events takes a lot of people and volunteers are needed. The POP Tour is making it’s way around the city signing up…
Record Store Day 2011 – April 16
Remember those 12inch round vinyl discs your parents used to have around the house? Long before the days of downloading and iTunes there were record stores where people went to buy music. Some of these establishments still exist, not music store you find at the mall which sells mostly dvds, real music stores, staffed by…
Colin James Live at Fairmont Pacific Rim
Colin James – Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Pacific Rim – April 12, 2011 In celebration of the release of Take It From The Top: The Best Of Colin James, Colin James has performed a series of exclusive, private events across Canada. Wrapping up at home Vancouver, James played a set of his hits in the…
Wiggle 17
This Saturday, wiggle your way over to Five-Sixty on Seymour, put your best hair forward as the 17th annual Wiggle celebrate all things The Wig! The House of Venus has put together a wig-tastic line up of performers, artists, models and musicians to entertain and dazzle the audience. Hosted by Miss Cotton Venus with performances…
Morningstar Farm
Morningstar Farm in Parksville, BC is a great place for city-slickers to get in touch with the country (albeit a slightly touristy version of the country). Home to Little Qualicum Cheese Works and Mooberry Winery this is a great spot to see how food gets from field to table. With cheese produced from the Farm’s…