Number of events found: 16
Monday 12th May 2008
National Day Against Homophobia
The Georgia Straight presents the fourth annual awareness breakfast to mark National Day Against Homophobia. The theme for this year is ending homophobia in health care. Events include a buffet-style breakfast, speakers, networking, and door prizes. More information at www.lgtbcentrevancouver.com/
May 12, 2008 , 8-10 am
Tix $20/7.50 at Little Sisters Bookstore
(View Map)Coast Plaza Hotel (1763 Comox)
Wednesday 14th May 2008
Visual Futurist: The Art & Life Of Syd Mead
Production designer of Blade Runner, Tron, and Aliens speaks about his approach to design and the visionary work with which he has made his mark on popular culture and our perceptions of the future. After the talk Mead will introduce a screening of Blade Runner: The Final Cut. More information at www.siggraph.ca/
May 14, 2008 , 7 pm
Tix $25/15
Empire Theatre (855 Granville)
Saturday 17th May 2008
Provincial Fiddle Contest
35th annual contest hosted by the Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers, featuring performances by judges Mark Sullivan, Patti Lamoureaux, and Al McVicar. More information at www.cfvfiddlers.com/
May 17, 2008 , 10:30 am
Tix $10
ASA Hall (33889 Essendene Ave, Abbotsford)
Sunday 18th May 2008
Murphy's Laws Of Songwriting
The BC Country Music Association and SOCAN present a two-day songwriting workshop led by Nashville music industry veteran Ralph Murphy. More information at www.bccountry.com/
May 18-19, 2008
Tix $130/50/40
Rock Beach Recording Studio (White Rock)
Monday 19th May 2008
Murphy's Laws Of Songwriting (May 18-19, 2008)
Wednesday 21st May 2008
Women's Art Show And Fundraiser
The WISH Drop-In Centre and Society will showcase and sell original works of art by WISH participants, volunteers and friends. More information at www.wish-vancouver.net/
May 21, 2008 , 4-10 pm
(View Map)Heritage Hall (3102 Main)
Thursday 22nd May 2008
End Homelessness Now
Join citizens and business leaders to discuss how we can end homelessness in our city. More information at www.endhomelessnessnow.ca/
May 22, 2008 , 7 pm
Free admission
St. Andrew's–Wesley United Church (Burrard & Nelson)
Friday 23rd May 2008
The Everything Food And Cooking Festival
EAT! Vancouver presents Canada's largest consumer food, cooking, and kitchen show. More information at www.eat-vancouver.com/
May 23-25, 2008
BC Place Stadium
Saturday 24th May 2008
The Everything Food And Cooking Festival (May 23-25, 2008)
Sunday 25th May 2008
Vancouver Comicon
Join special guests, Francis Manapul (Legion of Super-Heroes, Witchblade, Neromancer), Robin Bougie (Cinema Sewer), Maxine Frank (Maximum Superexcitement), and Kelly Everaert (Jungle Tales, Eyes of the Zombie).
May 25, 2008 , 11 am-5 pm
Tix $3, Kids under 14 free.
(View Map)Heritage Hall (3102 Main)
The Everything Food And Cooking Festival (May 23-25, 2008)
Thursday 29th May 2008
Weaselpalooza
Benefit for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund features food stations, complimentary beverages, and live and silent auctions.
May 29, 2008 , 6:30-11:30 pm
Tix $35
Watermark on Kits Beach (1305 Arbutus St.)
Sunday 1st June 2008
Westside Cycling Classic
Join Vancouver Canucks star Trevor Linden, Tour de France cycling veteran Axel Merckx, and Olympic gold medalist Ross Rebagliati to support cancer research for the BC Cancer Foundation. The top adult fundraiser wins a trip to the 2008 Tour de France. More information at www.cycleforcancer.com/
June 1, 2008
UBC endowment lands and Westside
Wednesday 4th June 2008
Italian Food & Wine Pairing
Taste Italian cuisine prepared by Adriana "Bella" Vescovi, accompanied by regional wines. More information at ciboventures@gmail.com
June 4, 2008 , 7-10 pm
Tix $95
(View Map)Italian Cultural Centre (3075 Slocan)
Sunday 8th June 2008
Little Mountain / Riley Park Community Festival
All ages event with local entertainment on the main stage, intercultural food fair, and local artisans work on display. More information at nahla@telus.net
June 8, 2008 , 11 am-4 pm
Riley Park Community Centre (50 East 30th Ave. at Ontario St.)
Saturday 14th June 2008
Meet The Masters
Guitar wizard Stanley Jordan is featured in a workshop-luncheon designed to reach youth of all ages. All kids are welcome whether they play an instrument or simply enjoy listening. More information at www.jazzalley.com/
June 14, 2008 , 12-2 pm
Free admission, reservations required
(View Map)Dimitriou's Jazz Alley (2033 6th Ave., Seattle, Wash.)
