Whistler will host a showcase of performing arts, literary events, film screenings, snow sculpting, art exhibitions and outdoor stage and street performances in support of the Vancouver-Whistler 2010 Winter Olympics.
The party will being February 1st and run straight through to the end of the month.
For a full list of all the events and dates check out http://www.whistlerartscouncil.com/programs/2010_2008.asp
photo credit – whistlerartscouncil.com
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The 4th annual PuSh International Performing Arts Festival will take place in Vancouver from January 16 to February 3, 2008.
The PuSh festival features a line-up of theater, dance and music from some of Vancouver’s most exciting companies and an array of artist from around the world.
There are a total of 23 shows, taking place at 15 different venues.
For more information on the shows, venues and ticket information, check out http://pushfestival.ca/index.php
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Approximately 150 of Canada’s best skaters are heading to Vancouver to compete in the BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championship, which will take place January 16-20 at the Pacific National Exhibition.
The results will determine who will represent Canada at the next ISU World Figure Skating Championships.
It will be a great time to see our talented skater’s take the spotlight and show off their talents!
Check out http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/11003F2BD64369CD for more information and to purchase tickets
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Sorry about the down time of the blog…have had a few troubles with the internet connection…but things have finally been all sorted out!
So lets get to some upcoming events..
Chinese New Year’s, also know as the spring festival, falls on a different date each year, ranging from late January to mid-February (basically on the second full moon after the winter solstice)
The big day this year is on February 7, but celebrations can occur on weekends before or after this date!
Celebrate the arrival of spring and the Year of the Rat with thousands at the biggest parade through China Town.
Enjoy the lion dance, …read more
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New Year’s Eve should be a restaurant’s excuse to pull out all the stops. The good ones will definitely make your evening worth the price, while others will just up the cost and offer their regular menu. For those of you who prefer a sit down meal instead of an all out night club type of evening, here are a few suggestions
O Thai – 1626 West Broadway
At $50 per person, its an affordable and delicious way to spend the evening. Along with a four course Thai dinner, a gift bag and a Singha beer sampling, the owner’s wife Ann …read more
A rib injury prevented goaltender Roberto Luongo from playing Monday night in L.A.
Luongo, who was the runner up for the Hart and VeZina Trophies last season, suffered the rib injury after a hard shot found a “soft spot” in his equipment in the Dec. 2 game against Minnesota. Despite aggravating the rib again in Chicago on Wednesday, he played again Saturday against Pittsburgh, but said that it continually got worse during the game.
Luongo is 13-10-3 with 4 shutouts and is fifth in the NHL with 2.12 goal- against average and a .925 save percentage.
Backup goalie Curtis Sanford is expected …read more
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Granville Island is a magical place and a must see for any visitor to Vancouver.
Located on the bustling, picturesque waterfront of False Creek, Granville Island’s is a people-friendly, artistic, and magnetic destination for locals and visitors.
It currently attracts more than 10-million people a year. You will find an amazing sprawling and colorful Public Market, the only one in Canada to win North America’s Great Markets Great Cities award.
Among the island’s other ediverse tenans are a celebrated West Coast art school, dozens of specialty shops and restaurants, theaters, art and craft galleries, and, of course, those friendly pubs. All of this is …read more
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For all the skiers out there, great news! Whistler has opened early this year with huge snow falls.
The conditions are as follows;
Base: 58in/147cm
24 Snowfall: 7in/18cm
Last Snowfall: Dec 3 – 15in/38cm
Surface: Powder
Secondary Surface: Packed Powder
Lifts Open: 12 of 39
Trails Open: 100 of 200
If you are going to be in the area, and love skiing don’t miss out. Looking for some fun over Christmas, this may be for you. For more information visit their website at, www.whistler.com
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The Vancouver Aquarium is located in world-famous Stanley Park. It is the largest of its kind in North America with amazing exhibits and inter-active areas that will keep the whole family busy all day long!
The Pacific Northwest: See playful sea otters, an octopus gliding silently from crack to crevasse and scuba divers feeding hungry halibut.
Arctic Canada: Watch beautiful beluga whales interact with each other and lear about our fragile northen environment with fascinating interactive exhibits.
The Amazon Rainforest: Search for the snoozing sloths, and enjoy one of the hourly rainstorms that is created.
Sea Lions: The boisterous …read more
Are you looking for something to do with the whole family, but the weather is a little off? Starting the 28th November running till 9 December 31, 2007 is a comedic take off of the familiar King Arthur story. Searching for the “holey pail” told in pantomime format includes Arther Penny and Mum, Mummy Penny (007) ‘Licenced to Grill’ run the kingdom as best they can, assisted by Merlin and hindered by almost everyone else!
Regular Ticket Prices:
Child/Student/Senior $13 (plus $2.50 service charge)
Adult $22 (plus $2.50 service charge)
(Groups of 10 or more get $2 off per ticket for Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
(Special Prices on …read more
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