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I'll be leaving Vancouver Online with my final post before September, as I'll be away for most of August! Till then, here are some suggestions on what to do before summer is over:
Saturday, August 3, 2013
August 2013
It's a grey start to August, after a record breaking dry July, but summer is far from over!
I'll be leaving Vancouver Online with my final post before September, as I'll be away for most of August! Till then, here are some suggestions on what to do before summer is over:
I'll be leaving Vancouver Online with my final post before September, as I'll be away for most of August! Till then, here are some suggestions on what to do before summer is over:
Friday, July 26, 2013
Honda Celebration of Light
Summer means the season of fireworks for Vancouver, and the Celebration of Light is at the centre of it.
3 countries are participating in the annual fireworks competition this year: UK, Canada, and Thailand. The event attracts hundreds of thousands of people around the world every year, and it's shaping to be another great year for the event.
Celebration of Light:
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3 countries are participating in the annual fireworks competition this year: UK, Canada, and Thailand. The event attracts hundreds of thousands of people around the world every year, and it's shaping to be another great year for the event.
Celebration of Light:
- July 27 - United Kingdom
- July 31 - Canada
- August 3 - Thailand
The Red Bull Airshow will also make its return to the Celebration of Light on July 31st and August 3rd. The Airshow amazed crowds back in the 2011 Celebration of Light.
Another thing happening along with the Airshow is SHOREfest 2013, a concert presented by SHORE 104.3FM.
Worried about the crowd? The YVR Observation Deck and The Keg Lounge offer seating for those who don't want to compete for a place to watch the fireworks. Tickets are available here: http://www.ticketstonight.ca/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=7038
Celebration of Light Website: http://hondacelebrationoflight.com
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| via Celebration of Light Blog |
What do you enjoy about the Celebration of Light?
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Friday, July 5, 2013
Vancouver's Lively Summer Streets
With organizations like VIVA Vancouver, Vancouver streets are never dull.
In efforts to reduce car usage and enhance sense of community, Vancouver has been sprucing up streets and public spaces for the past couple of years.
Here's what you can expect for the summer of 2013:
Viva Granville:
Viva Vancouver brings events to Granville St and closes it off to vehicles every weekend in the summer until Labour Day:
Carnaval del Sol: July 6-7
HUB Bike Rodeo: July 13 & August 10
MoV Upcycled Urbanism: July 13
Swing Dancing: July 14 & August 4
Five Hole For Food: July 20
Telus Go Cafe: July 20-21
Axe Capoeira: July 28
TaiwanFest: August 31 - Sept 2
QR Code Treasure Hunt: July 6 - August 25
Robson St Seating Installation
Started in 2011, VIVA Vancouver has been closing off the 800 block of Robson St to pedestrians only for seating installations. Changing every year, with the "urban beach" in 2011 and Pop Rocks in 2012, this year it's Corduroy Road.
Sunday Afternoon Salsa @ Robson Square
Free salsa dance lessons every Sunday until August 25. Great experience and great way of having fun and meeting new people!
Parklet Pilot Program
VIVA Vancouver has invited businesses to build their own parklets this year, which are parking spaces that have been transformed into "mini plazas". These parklets remove parking spaces but really enhance the atmosphere of the sidewalks around Vancouver.
Rainbow Crosswalk @ Davie/Bute
In celebration of the LGBT community, Vancouver will be painting a permanent rainbow crosswalk at the Davie/Bute intersection, just in time for Vancouver's pride festivities.
Keys to the Street
Launched by CityStudio in collaboration with the City of Vancouver, there are now 4 public pianos around the City of Vancouver, inviting the public to come try it out, whether you're a musician or not. This project was inspired by similar projects in other cities like in Montreal, Toronto, and London.
Yaletown Farmer's Market
Every Thursday, mid-August to end of September
Enjoy the festive atmosphere of Vancouver by wandering the streets this summer!
Got any questions, concerns, or requests? Leave a comment below or contact Vancouver Online at vancitybconline@gmail.com
In efforts to reduce car usage and enhance sense of community, Vancouver has been sprucing up streets and public spaces for the past couple of years.
Here's what you can expect for the summer of 2013:
Viva Granville:
Viva Vancouver brings events to Granville St and closes it off to vehicles every weekend in the summer until Labour Day:
Carnaval del Sol: July 6-7
HUB Bike Rodeo: July 13 & August 10
MoV Upcycled Urbanism: July 13
Swing Dancing: July 14 & August 4
Five Hole For Food: July 20
Telus Go Cafe: July 20-21
Axe Capoeira: July 28
TaiwanFest: August 31 - Sept 2
QR Code Treasure Hunt: July 6 - August 25
Robson St Seating Installation
Started in 2011, VIVA Vancouver has been closing off the 800 block of Robson St to pedestrians only for seating installations. Changing every year, with the "urban beach" in 2011 and Pop Rocks in 2012, this year it's Corduroy Road.
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| 2012 Pop Rocks Installation |
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| 2013 Corduroy Road (via @Viva_Van on Twitter) |
Sunday Afternoon Salsa @ Robson Square
Free salsa dance lessons every Sunday until August 25. Great experience and great way of having fun and meeting new people!
Parklet Pilot Program
VIVA Vancouver has invited businesses to build their own parklets this year, which are parking spaces that have been transformed into "mini plazas". These parklets remove parking spaces but really enhance the atmosphere of the sidewalks around Vancouver.
Rainbow Crosswalk @ Davie/Bute
In celebration of the LGBT community, Vancouver will be painting a permanent rainbow crosswalk at the Davie/Bute intersection, just in time for Vancouver's pride festivities.
Keys to the Street
Launched by CityStudio in collaboration with the City of Vancouver, there are now 4 public pianos around the City of Vancouver, inviting the public to come try it out, whether you're a musician or not. This project was inspired by similar projects in other cities like in Montreal, Toronto, and London.
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| (via CBC news) |
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| Locations of pianos (from citystudiovancouver.com) |
Every Thursday, mid-August to end of September
Enjoy the festive atmosphere of Vancouver by wandering the streets this summer!
Got any questions, concerns, or requests? Leave a comment below or contact Vancouver Online at vancitybconline@gmail.com
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Canada Day 2013 (video)
I was at the Canada Day celebrations at Jack Poole Plaza on Canada Day, and wow, was the atmosphere amazing! Lots of fun; come down next year if you didn't make it!
Of course, there were other great events in honour of Canada Day around Vancouver...but sadly, I can't be in multiple places at once :) Send in pictures of your Canada Day 2013 experiences to share if you can!
Video:
What did you do in celebration of Canada's birthday?
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Of course, there were other great events in honour of Canada Day around Vancouver...but sadly, I can't be in multiple places at once :) Send in pictures of your Canada Day 2013 experiences to share if you can!
Video:
What did you do in celebration of Canada's birthday?
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Saturday, June 29, 2013
Canada Day 2013 around Vancouver
Canada Day 2012
Canada Day is almost upon us. The day that makes us proud to be Canadian. Here are just some of the many events happening around Vancouver to celebrate Canada's 146th birthday:
July 1st, 2013
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Day Parade: Begins at 7pm at Georgia/Broughton, heading east to Burrard, and down Burrard to West Pender St
Canada Day @ Canada Place: The 26th annual Canada Day at Canada Place is an all day event, boasting "the biggest birthday celebration outside of Ottawa". Music, dance, cuisine, and much more!
Canada Day Burrard Inlet Fireworks: 30-minute fireworks show beginning at 10:30pm. Nothing says Canada Day like fireworks! (Barge between Coal Harbour and North Vancouver)
Canada Day @ Granville Island: Also featuring its own parade, starting at 1:30pm
Vancouver International Jazz Festival and the International Busker Festival also continues on Canada Day, so stop by if you have time
North Shore
Red & White Picnic @ John Lawson Park: Performances beginning at 4:30pm and fireworks with the 2nd fireworks barge off West Vancouver, also beginning at 10:30pm along with Downtown's fireworks
North Van Canada Day @ Waterfront Park: Noon to 4pm, parade starts at 10am
Burnaby
Edmonds Community Centre Opening & Canada Day: Celebrate the opening of the new community centre on Canada Day! 10am to 3:30pm
Canada Day @ Burnaby Village Museum: Free admission and other celebrations! 11am to 4:30pm
Surrey
Surrey Canada Day: Presented by Coast Capital Savings, featuring numerous performances and fireworks! All day event, fireworks start at 10:15pm
Steveston Salmon Festival 2013: Pancake breakfast, parade, and the famous salmon bake to honour Canada Day. All day event
Let me know if you want any other events posted on here. Enjoy the weather and the long weekend!
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Thursday, June 27, 2013
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Explore North Vancouver's canyons in a dramatic way at Capilano Suspension Bridge...
The bridge looks fine when looking across from one side. Different story, however, when you actually cross it.
Capilano Suspension Bridge is great for all lovers of nature, with boardwalks cutting through places normally inaccessible. From the Treetops to the side of cliffs and 230ft above the the Capilano River, this attraction is a way of discovering nature like you never have before.
I found myself stumbling and grabbing onto bridge in my slow journey across the canyon...but lots of fun, I must admit
Across the bridge is Capilano Suspension Bridge's EdgeWalk, which gives you nice views of the canyon "on the edge", as well as Treetops Adventure, which lets you connect with nature on a higher level (in more ways than one).
Back on the other side is CliffWalk, Capilano Suspension Bridge's newest addition. Impressive views, if you can handle the height.
Capilano Suspension Bridge brings nature to you with more than just "a walk in the park". Through the unique ways of connecting with nature, I also picked up a couple of neat things about our native land. I'll refrain from spoiling the details and let you find out more when you visit :)
For more information, visit http://www.capbridge.com.
Capilano Suspension Bridge Promo:
**BC residents can get unlimited admission for one year for the price of one day's admission!
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Saturday, June 22, 2013
Update: VanOnline Weekly Pictures (#VanOnlineWP)
A picture's worth a thousand words, or so they say.
Vancouver Online Weekly Pictures (or #VanOnlineWP) will be a new weekly series on Vancouver Online showcasing the pictures from you, the Vancouver Online viewers.
Every Saturday, Vancouver Online will feature and credit submissions received in the past week on the blog.
How To Enter #VanOnlineWP:
Vancouver Online Weekly Pictures (or #VanOnlineWP) will be a new weekly series on Vancouver Online showcasing the pictures from you, the Vancouver Online viewers.
Every Saturday, Vancouver Online will feature and credit submissions received in the past week on the blog.
How To Enter #VanOnlineWP:
- By email: Send your picture to vancitybconline@gmail.com
- Twitter: Send your picture to @VanCityBCOnline with the hashtag #VanOnlineWP
- Instagram: Hashtag your picture with #VanOnlineWP. Vancouver Online will set up an Instagram account sometime this week.
#VanOnlineWP Rules:
- Your picture must be of Vancouver, Canada or refer to Vancouver in some way
- Your picture must be sent before 5pm PT of each coming Saturday
- Pictures must be appropriate for all viewers
This is a great way to share Vancouver from your own POV, in picture. I'll be looking forward to seeing all your submissions!
Got any questions, concerns, or requests? Leave a comment below or contact Vancouver Online at vancitybconline@gmail.com
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