For nearly 500 years, towns and cities around Germany have hosted Christkindlmarkts (German for Christmas Market) in December. Each market is unique, featuring both local artisans and festive regional refreshments. » Read More
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June 16, 2020
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is an annual American holiday that began on June 19, 1865. As Canadians we can’t ignore the direct ties that many » Read More
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February 10, 2020
It’s coming up on 10 years since the world came to Vancouver to take in the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games! Where does the time go?! This Wednesday, February » Read More
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April 8, 2011
Earlier this week, I covered the Birthday Live celebration for the City of Vancouver’s website. Here are some of my favourite photos that captured the historical day.
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April 5, 2011
The Vancouver Community College Baking and Pastry Arts department is on their way to finishing what will be the most massive and colourful cake this city has seen in 125 » Read More
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April 4, 2011
Berlin-based artist Philipp Geist will be developing his video and light art installation Time Drifts for Birthday Live at Jack Poole Plaza on April 6. In this installation, Geist interprets » Read More
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March 15, 2011
Save the date! Birthday Live, Vancouver’s 125th birthday party event, will be held on Wednesday, April 6, from 2 to 9:30 pm. The celebration is a free, family-friendly event that » Read More