17 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Thursday, August 18

Looking for something to do on Thursday? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 17 events happening in or around Vancouver on Thursday, August 18.

CONCERTS

American country-roots-rock singer-songwriter Sturgill Simpson performs tunes from his new album A Sailor's Guide to Earth. Held at the Vogue Theatre.

As part of the Enchanted Evenings Concert Series, Silk Road Music takes the stage at the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden.

Songwriter, producer, and vocalist Baba Ali tours in support of his first solo project Nomad at the Fortune Sound Club.

ET CETERA

Grab a drink and get to know some local coastal critters through special programs and talks at an adults-only event held at the Vancouver Aquarium.

FASHION

The Museum of Vancouver hosts a discussion about the fashion of local drag performers the Bovines, an ensemble that performed throughout the Lower Mainland during the 1980s.

FOOD AND DRINK

Rick Havlak shares some tricks and family recipes for dehydrated meals and snacks. Held at the Homestead Junction.

FORUMS

Buyatab CEO Matias Marquez discusses how Buyatab has built a tech community in Vancouver. Held at BrainStation Vancouver HQ.

Talk with experts and guests from Peru, Nicaragua, and Honduras about what Fair Trade means and how coffee gets from the cherry to your cup. Held at the Drive Coffee Bar.

At the Art of Loving, you can take kissing to the next level as you enjoy two hours of playful intimacy with your partner.

SPORTS

The Vancouver Canadians take on the Spokane Indians in Minor League Baseball action. Held at Nat Bailey Stadium.

COMEDY

Standup comedian DJ Demers, known for appearing on season 11 of America's Got Talent, takes the stage at the Comedy MIX.

The Vancouver TheatreSports League presents an evening of improv comedy that explores what it means to be a woman in Vancouver. Held at the Improv Centre.

ARTS ET CETERA

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre presents a production that combines neuroscience and astronomy with performance art, sound, dance, and animation.

MUSIC

Sing classic and contemporary rock, pop, and indie songs with a community choir at the Presentation House Theatre.

THEATRE

Vagabond Players present William Shakespeare's classic comedy The Taming of the Shrew at the Bernie Legge Theatre.

MOVIES

Vancity Theatre screens Like Someone in Love, Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami's beguiling love story set in modern Tokyo.

In Oblivion Season, a former prostitute marries a loved one, hoping to leave her dark past behind. Screened at the Vancity Theatre.