11 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Friday, August 21

by The Georgia Straight Staff on August 20th, 2015 at 4:00 PM

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Looking for something to do on Friday? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 11 events happening in or around Vancouver on Friday, August 21.

CONCERTS

American actor, writer, director, and singer-songwriter David Duchovny (pictured above) tours in support of debut release Hell or Highwater at Alexander.

Montreal-based musician Homeshake tours in support of sophomore effort Midnight Snack, with guests Freak Heat Waves, at the Biltmore Cabaret.

Canadian folk artist Eugene Ripper performs at launch of new recording Fast Folk Underground 4.0. Held at the Railway Club.

BENEFITS

The Education Is Power fundraiser helps make high-school and university education more accessible to underprivileged youth in Kenya and Tanzania. Held at Alliance Française.

ET CETERA

The Italian Cultural Centre hosts Mercato, an Italian market, which features fresh fruit and vegetables, handmade products from local artisans, food prepared by Il Centro’s chef, live music, and kids' activities.

At Dinosaurs After Dark, you can meet VFX animators from the team that worked on Jurassic World and explore the science centre in an adults-only environment. Held at Science World at Telus World of Science.

What Surname, Vixen Von Flex, Jungle Kat, Clare Voyeur, and April O'Peel perform burlesque inspired by '90s icons. Held at the Rio Theatre.

COMEDY

Standup comedian John Cullen performs a solo show at Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club.

Canadian comedian Colin Mochrie teams up with Vancouver TheatreSports League members for a night of improv games. Held at the Improv Centre.

Alicia Tobin critiques audience members' five-minute drawings at an event that includes comedy by Sophie Buddle, Ben McGinnis, and Ben Mills. Held at the Hot Art Wet City Gallery.