12 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Monday, May 23

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      Looking for something to do on Monday? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 12 events happening in or around Vancouver on Monday, May 23.

       

      CONCERTS

      American psychedelic-rock band the Brian Jonestown Massacre takes the stage at the Commodore Ballroom.

      Berlin-based electronica group Moderat, composed of Sascha Ring, Gernot Bronsert, and Sebastian Szary, hits the Vogue Theatre.

       

      GALLERIES

      The Vancouver Art Gallery hosts an exhibition that explores mashup culture.

       

      MOVIES

      At the Rio Theatre, The Lobster tells the story of a man who must find a soulmate or be turned into an animal.

      Elstree 1976, screened at the Rio Theatre, explores the lives of the background actors of Star Wars.

      Josh Fox's documentary How to Let Go of the World sees the diredtor travelthe globe to meet climate-change activists. Screened at the Rio Theatre.

       

      ATTRACTIONS

      The Edgewater Casino features over 60 table games, a poker room, a high-limit section, 500 slot machines, restaurants, and lounges.

      Discover almost 800 animal species in galleries ranging from Canada's Arctic to the Amazon rainforest at the Vancouver Aquarium.

      Highlights of the Capilano Suspension Bridge include a 137-metre simple suspension bridge that's been a tourist attraction since 1889.

      The Greater Vancouver Zoo is focused on the preservation, conservation, and protection of endangered species.

      At, UBC's Nitobe Memorial Garden, you can take in waterfalls, stone lanterns, audio guides and tours, and a ceremonial teahouse.

      The Deeley Motorcycle Exhibition showcases the ever-changing North American motorcycle industry.

      Want more ideas? Follow the Georgia Straight's event listings on Twitter.

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