18 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Saturday, February 28

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      Looking for something to do tomorrow? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 18 events happening in or around Vancouver on Friday, February 28.

       

      CONCERTS

      The Georgia Straight presents Jamaican reggae musician Chronixx (pictured above) and his band Zinc Fence Redemption at the Imperial.

      American acoustic-folk singer-songwriter Joshua Radin tours in support of latest release Wax Wings at the Rio Theatre.

      The Last Saturday Night sees singer-songwriter Deb Holland performs songs from her solo recordings at the Tipper Restaurant & Review Room.

      Hawaiian pop singer and multi-instrumentalist Kawehi tours in support of latest release From Kansas, With Love at the Electric Owl.

      American heavy-rock band Howlin Rain performs at the Hindenburg with guests Three Wolf Moon, the Blank Tapes, and Dead Quiet.

       

      BENEFITS

      The Western Front hosts a 42nd anniversary party featuring a cocktail reception, a live auction, dinner by Hawksworth Restaurant, and live music.

       

      EVENTS ETC

      The Maple Leaf Monster Jam Tour hits B.C. Place Stadium with trucks such as Soldier Fortune, Metal Mulisha, Destroyer, Playin For Keeps, Double Trouble, and Trouble Maker.

       

      FASHION

      At the Museum of Vancouver, fashion historian Ivan Sayers narrates a live fashion show that complements the From Rationing to Ravishing exhibition.

       

      FORUMS

      The Women's International League for Peace and Freedom presents a lecture by Leonora Angeles. Held at the Unitarian Church of Vancouver.

      At the VanDusen Botanical Garden, Richard Hallman teaches you how to grow tree fruits in containers on your balcony or patio.

       

      KIDS' STUFF

      The Contemporary Art Gallery presents all-ages activities like short exhibition tours and free art-making activities that respond to current exhibitions. 

       

      SPORTS

      A roller-derby match at Central City Arena features Public Frenemy and Faster Pussycats.

       

      ARTS ETC

      Canadian actor, playwright, and comedian Trey Anthony performs new work The Call at CBC Studio 700.

       

      LITERARY EVENTS

      Attend a series of fast-paced presentations and meet with service providers at a self-publishing fair held at the Vancouver Public Library Central Branch.

       

      MUSIC

      The Vancouver Opera presents Johann Strauss, Jr.'s opera Die Fledermaus at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.

      Perry So conducts the VSO and dancers from the Goh Ballet in a concert featuring works by Tchaikovsky, Zhen Lu, and Xian. Held at the Orpheum Theatre.

      Opera Opulenza serves up an evening of French art songs by Fauré, Ravel, Bizet, and Debussy at Pyatt Hall.

       

      MOVIES

      The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts hosts the Crazy8s Gala Screening and Afterparty.

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