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JAMES' PICKS

Opera goes symphonic - VSO

Thursday January 26th, 2012 2:00pm Details

Symphonic pieces from some of the greatest classic operas. Hosted by Christopher Gaze and conducted by PierreSimard.http://www.vancouversymphony.ca/concert/11TAT03/

Unique Lives and Experiences - Michaelle Jean

Tuesday February 7th, 2012 7:30am Details

RT. HON. Michaelle Jean - Orpheum February 7, 2012

Don't miss this rare public appearance by Canada's first female Commander-in-Chief of African descent, Madame Jean as she speaks passionately about her life and career. Born in Haiti, she immigrated to Canada in 1968 fleeing the dictatorial regime of the time. Throughout her career - from journalism to politics - she has captured the hearts and minds of Canadians and people around the world with her compassion, her grace and her representation of our vast and diverse land. Currently the UNESCO Special Envoy for Haiti, Madame Jean will share her unique perspective on her life, family and her vision for Canada. Don't miss this illuminating and remarkable story. An evening with Michaelle Jean will make you feel proud to be Canadian.

Hunchback at the Vancouver Playhouse

Saturday February 18th, 2012 - Saturday March 10th, 2012 Details

A darkly romantic musical set amid the buttresses and shadows of Notre Dame Cathedral, Hunchback tells the tale of a tormented priest, a beautiful dancer and the deformed bell ringer Quasimodo. Swept up in a vortex of lust, fear and the desire to control a destiny that will ultimately destroy them all, they are consumed by love in its most potent, merciless and obsessive form.http://www.vancouverplayhouse.com/current-season/2011/catalyst-theatres-hunchback.php

COLETTE'S PICKS

21st Century Flea Market

Sunday January 15th, 2012 Details

CROATIAN CULTURAL CENTRE 3250 Commercial Drive at 16th Avenue in Vancouver

Boho chic to 50's kitsch, collectibles and memorabilia to vintage kitchenalia, 175 tables of bargains on deluxe 20th century junque! Retro furnishings, books, antiques, dolls & toys, jewelry, country stuff, china & glass, records, mid-century Modern, linens & lace, postcards, garden accessories, lamps & shades, sports items, silverware, paintings & prints, advertising, collectibles & much, much more! DROP IN APPRAISAL ALL DAY

Full details: http://www.21cpromotions.com/

General Admission 10am-3pm $5 at Door

Special Early- Bird Admission 7am-10am $20 at Door

Children Under 13 Free with Adult Admission

Free Parking!

Celebrate Robbie Burns!

Friday January 20th, 2012 Details

This is a shared travel event between The Champlain Heights and Killarney Community Centres.

Take a bus trip out to the Dogwood Pavilion in Coquitlam to enjoy their Robbie Burns Celebration. This annual Scottish luncheon features the ceremonial piping of the haggis, toasts, tribute to Robbie Burns and Scottish dancing. Lunch will in clude roast beef, haggis and neeps.

Friday, January 20th, 2012 from 10:00am - 2:00pm

COST: $25.00/55+ yrs

Contact 604.718.8200 or 604.718.6575 to register and confirm details.

Taste BC 2012

Tuesday January 24th, 2012 Details

LIBERTY WINE MERCHANTS

Every January for 18 years Liberty gathers British Columbia's finest food and beverage purveyors for Taste BC, a fundraiser for the Oak Tree Clinic at BC Childrens Hospital. This year's celebration of local food and drink takes place from 4:30-7:30pm at the Four Seasons Hotel in downtown Vancouver. Guests will taste, sip and experience BCs finest wine, beer and spirits accompanied by tasty fare from our best local restaurants.

Along with excellent food and drink, attractions include live music, door prizes, and a silent auction. Taste BC is an event that is not to be missed. Help support the Oak Tree Clinic while enjoying the finest B.C. has to offer.

Tickets are $49.99 and available at Liberty Wine Merchant stores.

Call 604.739.7801 or email marketing@libertywinemerchants.com

Chinese New Year Parade

Sunday January 29th, 2012 Details

CHINATOWN!

Featuring 3,000 performers, including 50 lion dance teams, multicultural dance troupes, the VPD Motorcycle Drill Team, marching bands and more.

Starting at the Millennium Gate of Pender Street, the parade heads east before turning south onto Gore Street, then west onto Keefer Street.

Parade runs from 12pm - 2pm with festivities continuing until 4pm.

FREE FOR EVERYONE