The Vancouver Traveler

This exhibit looks back through a period of almost 50 years of history through the eyes of Japanese Canadian Photographers who operated studios in Cumberland, New Westminster and Vancouver. There are over eighty black and white photographs on display revealing a variety of subjects from diverse communities at the time, both the elite and labourers.
An exhibition catalogue accompanies the show and is for sale in the Gallery shop.
Dates:
March 28 – May 5, 2008
Times:
12:00 pm- 05:00 pm
Address:
Evergreen Cultural Centre
1205 Pinetree Way
Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7Y3
604.927.6550
Photo Credits: SXC.HU

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Found these adorable pictures and I had to share them with you…..
“Last winter we assigned photographers to create a live-action snowmen in parks around BC. Two especially creative shooters, David R Glunds of Nelson, BC (who visited Kokanee Galcier Park) and Adam Gibbs of New Westminster BC (Mount Seymour Park) produced many magical images.”
Article  from www.bcmag.ca

Photo Credits: www.morguefile.com

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Vancouver actor Taylor Kitsch has landed the role in the new X-Men movie X-Men Origins:Wolverine.
The actor, who will be playing the role of Gambit, the Cajun mutant, will also be joined by Vancouver born actor Ryan Reynolds, who will take on the role of Deadpool, a self-healing assassin.
The popular chararacter Gambit, had been anticipated in the previous X-Men films, but writters were having a hard time fitting him in amoung all the other mutants, lucky for Taylor, they have finally been able to!

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Vancouver has one of the most sophisticated, diverse and accessible jazz scenes in the world!
The Cellar is one of Vancouver’s best jazz clubs where you can hear both new and established jazz performers.
The Cellar Restaurant and Jazz Club owner, Corey Weeds, promotes local Vancouver talent as well as talent from across Canada. They also bring in an increasing amount of international talent, making this a definite must for anyone who wants to see what the jazz community in Vancouver has to offer!
They are also been rated One of the Top 100 Jazz Clubs Worldwide by Downbeat International Jazz Club …read more

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Celebrating the beginning of the two year countdown to the Vancouver/Whistler 2010 Winter Olympics, this series of events highlights talent not only from around BC, but also from around the world.
Various venues with be hosting hundreds of performances of contemporary, classical and Aboriginal music,, literary arts, theater, dance and film. The impressive line-up of events will begin February 1 and run through to March 21, 2008.
The Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad Gala Concert takes place on February 12, and includes performances by Feist, Suzie McNeil, Ron Sexsmith, Leela Gilday, Jorane and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.
For more information on performances, venues and …read more

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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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Canada’s First Ever Exhibit Dedicated to Rice!
Starting in January, the Vancouver Museum will have the exhibit, Rice For Life, which is exploring rice’s deep significance in societies from all over the world.
The exhibit will cover rice through history, cultivation, culture, religion, ritual science and modern day challenges of sustainability.
Hours of Admission:
Mon: Closed
Tues – Sun: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thurs: 10:00am – 9:00pm
Holiday Hours:
Christmas Eve: Closed
Christmas Day: Closed
Boxing Day: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
New Year’s Eve: Closed
New Year’s Day: 10:00 am – 5:00pm
Admission Prices
Adult: $10.00
Senior: $8.00
Student: $8.00
Youth (5 – 17): $6.50
Child (Under 5): Free
Family: (2 adults & 2 youths): $30.00
Photo Credit: …read more

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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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