Find information and dates about different events in the Vancouver-Point Grey community here!
Fun for furry and furless friends alike, Dog Day will take place at Jericho Beach Off-Leash Park from 11 am-1 pm on Sunday, September 20th.
Come check out our goofy photo booth, learn about the petition to save animals in distress, and talk to fellow animal lovers and dog owners.
See you there!
Join the Old Hastings Mill Store Museum for another round of singalong sea shanties with the Lazy Jacks! Tunes are easy to learn and your participation is most heartily encouraged! September 20, 1 – 2 p.m. on the main floor, followed by old time fiddle music upstairs with Doug the Fiddler and ensemble, 2 – 4 p.m. Bring along whatever instrument you play and have a go! Entry by donation.
On Tuesday, September 22, local author Doris Gregory will read excerpts from her recently published book, “How I Won the War for the Allies” at Book Warehouse, 4118 Main St at 7pm. She’ll also share with you her adventures in writing the book, finding a publisher and marketing.
Those attending can expect a lively discussion. Light refreshments will be served.
The Annual General Meeting of the University Neighbourhoods Association is open to all UNA Members and residents of Hampton Place, Hawthorn Place, Chancellor Place, East Campus, and Wesbrook Place.
David will be doing a presentation on “Five easy, secret tricks to convince a friend to volunteer”. If you live in the area, the UNA AGM is an event not to be missed!
David speaking during our office’s very first volunteer orientation in 2013.
As part of this year’s Culture Days offerings, the Old Hastings Mill Store Museum presents a look at Chinook Jargon, the early trade language developed to bridge language barriers between First Nations and settlers of diverse racial backgrounds.
Try your hand at their Chinook matching game to earn lumber, fish and “gold nuggets”! Free entry during Culture Days, September 26 – 27th, 1 – 4 p.m. (donations always welcome!) Watch for details on future Chinook Jargon workshops at the mill!
As part of this year’s Culture Days offerings, the Old Hastings Mill Store Museum presents a look at Chinook Jargon, the early trade language developed to bridge language barriers between First Nations and settlers of diverse racial backgrounds.
Try your hand at their Chinook matching game to earn lumber, fish and “gold nuggets”! Free entry during Culture Days, September 26 – 27th, 1 – 4 p.m. (donations always welcome!) Watch for details on future Chinook Jargon workshops at the mill!
Across Canada, October 1st is National Seniors Day; and nowhere across this country will you find more vibrant, engaged and connected seniors than right here on the Westside of Vancouver. The Westside Seniors Hub and Kits House is celebrating the amazing contributions and lives of all seniors on October 1st from 2 pm to 6 pm and all Westside residents are invited! If you are a senior, you know a senior or you appreciate seniors come celebrate. The day will feature:
- A talk with B.C. Seniors Advocate Isobel MacKenzie
- Check out the Seniors Hub NEW user-friendly WEBSITE & enter to win a prize
- Get to know your Westside Seniors Hub
- Info Booths on local programs & services
- Delicious Tea, Coffee & Snacks
- Tours of Kits House
- Vote Pop-Up Booth
You’re invited to the Beaty Biodiversity Museum’s 5th Birthday Party!
Join the museum for birthday party classics like a beanbag toss, pin the tale on the whale, and other family friendly activities. Party hats and birthday cake included.
Drop in to participate in this free day of fun! The first 30 people through the door get a goodie bag.
Happy birthday Beaty Museum!
A family event for all ages, the UBC Apple Festival celebrates one of British Columbia’s favourite fruits. From children learning about the diversity of apples to those who remember tasting heritage apples in their youth, the Apple Festival is a great opportunity to not only discover more about this delicious fruit, but have a whole lot of fun doing it!
Apples and apple tree cultivars for sale, apple tasting tent, food fair, craft vendors, live entertainment and demonstrations!
A FREE Bike Valet will be available at the main entrance and there is a FREE shuttle bus from the UBC Campus West Parkade.
Enjoy the harvest!