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August 27, 2009 - BC | events, local

Around town BC . . .

Around the Lower Mainland . . .

Wooden Boat Festival

Thursday, Aug. 27 to Sunday, Aug. 20, bring the family down to Granville Island in Vancouver for the Wooden Boat Festival. For all the details, visit online.

Groovin’ at the Grove

Last chance to enjoy free music for the family in the park Friday, Aug. 30, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Maple Grove Park, 6875 Yew St., Kerrisdale. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs.

Kerrisdale Days

Enjoy fab end-of-season sidewalk sales, entertainment and more for the entire family during Kerrisdale Days, Thursday, Aug. 27 to Saturday, Aug. 29, along West 41st in Vancouver. For more www.kerrisdalevillage.com.

Multicultural summer reading clubs

Enjoy games and stories in Spanish and English with Silvana Goldemberg, experienced teacher and children’s author, Saturday, Aug. 29, 11 a.m. to noon, Kitsilano Branch of the Vancouver Public Library.

Smash, crash and squeak

Wrap up summer vacation with the entire family enjoying a free workshop at the ArtStarts gallery, Saturday, Aug. 29, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. This workshop is 45 minutes and features hyperkinetic musicians. Kids will learn action-drumming using funky instruments including rubber tubing, metal bowls, garage can drums and even rubber duckies. ArtStarts is located at 808 Richards St. (at Robson) in Vancouver. Workshop is free and ideal for children five to 12. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

Safari Jeff and Shannon at Cap Mall

Safari Jeff and Shannon, authors of the children's book The Great Green Adventure Series, are bringing their show, with real live animals, to Capilano Mall in North Vancouver on Saturday, Aug. 29 and Sunday, Aug. 30. Showtimes are 1 and 3 p.m. Tickets are for reserved seating, and are by donation with proceeds going to support Canadian Paralympic Athletes. Tickets are currently on sale at the Information/Lottery Booth at Capilano Mall.

Give a hug to relieve hunger

Families are invited to join Kraft Peanut Butter Bears Smoothie and Crunchy as they share free hugs at the Vancouver Aquarium, Saturday, Aug. 29, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., in an effort to relieve hunger. For each hug given, Kraft Peanut Butter will donate one 500-gram jar of peanut butter to Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society. For those who can't make it to Vancouver Aquarium, help Spread the Feeling online by visiting spreadthefeeling.ca to send a virtual hug.

Mindful Feeding of Babies and Toddlers

Join nutrition therapist Victoria Pawlowski, RD, MED, RCC for a free seminar on mindful feeding of babies and toddlers, Saturday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. at Robson Whole Foods in Vancouver. Preregister with victoria@springwellnutrition.com.

Fun at Campbell’s farm

Join in for free activities for all ages at the Campbell’s Gold Honey Farm and Meadery Family Fun and Education Day, Saturday, Aug. 29, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., for lots of free fun including tours, face painting, prizes, honey bouncy castle and more. The Campbell’s farm is located at 2595 Lefeuvre Rd., Abbotsford.

Wild BC Seafood Festival

Drop by Fisherman’s Park (in front of the Cannery) in Steveston for the Wild BC Seafood Festival, Saturday, Aug. 29, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cooking demonstrations, free recipes, sampling of seafood, market area, activities for the kids and much more.

Mamma Mia

While in White Rock, enjoy a free outdoor screening of the movie Mamma Mia, Saturday, Aug. 29, at Five Corners, 15208 Pacific Ave. Seating begins at 6 p.m. and the show starts at dusk. Bring a blanket and lawn chair.

Deep Cove Daze

Head out to Deep Cove in North Vancouver for the annual Deep Cove Daze, Aug. 30. The festival features midway rides, face painters, entertainment for the kids, and more. Admission by donation.

Richmond baby fair

Check out the Richmond Baby Fair on Sunday, Aug. 30, noon to 4 p.m., Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave., Richmond. The Baby Fair presents a diverse selection of exhibitors at a family-friendly event where baby and family-related information, products and services will be presented. Participants will receive gift bags and the chance to win many door prizes! Admission is free.

Toons for toddlers

All aboard for the next cool Toons For Toddlers screening. This month tots get to watch Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails The Movie, Sunday, Aug. 30, 10:30 a.m., The Ridge Theatre in Vancouver. Admission is $5 for toddlers and no charge for adults. For more info please visit www.toonsfortoddlers.com.

Fair at the PNE

Once again it’s that time of year to check out the Superdogs, mini donuts and all that jazz at the Fair at the PNE, until Sept. 7. All the details are online www.pne.ca.

Around Vancouver Island . . .

FringeKids Fest

The Fringe Festival presents a day full of free family fun in Market Square in Victoria, featuring live entertainment, crafts, face painting, music and a giant cardboard castle for the kids to paint, Saturday, Aug. 29, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For all information please call 250-383-2663 or visit the website.

Comox Valley Fall Fair

Head out to the Comox Valley Fall Fair, Saturday, Aug. 29 and Sunday, Aug. 30. Fun includes the kid’s zone, entertainment, displays and more. All the details are online at www.cvexhibition.com.

Coaltown festival

The whole family will love to check out the Coaltown Festival, Saturday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., in Nanaimo at the Diana Krall Centre. All the details are online at www.coaltownfestival.ca.

Attention hobby and toy lovers

It’s Victoria’s ultimate Hobby and Toy Fair, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Pearkes Arena, 311 Tillicum Rd. Check out action figures, vintage & antique toys, models, trains, comics, Barbie, dolls, LEGO, Star Wars, GI Joe, Transformers, diecast cars, video games, Hot Wheels, vinyl records and more. Draw prizes for donations to the Mustard Seed. Admission for children is free and adults are $3. For more visit www.cherrybombtoys.com or e-mail cbtoys@telus.net.

Around Okanagan . . .

Backyardigans are coming

Bring the kids to the Backyardigans: Sea Deep In Adventure, Sept. 15, 3:30 p.m., Kelowna Community Theatre, 1375 Water St., Kelowna. Tickets available online at Ticketmaster.

Upcoming events . . .

Writing classes for moms

The Momoir Project is a series of classes that will inspire you and get you writing. The classes are about connecting you with other moms so we can learn from each other. New fall classes are starting in September for Vancouver, Victoria and online. Reserve your space now and visit online for more details.

Reconnect with Mama Renew

Give yourself a new beginning with a Mama Renew group this fall. Join other seasoned mothers seeking to reconnect, reclaim, and find balance between giving to our families and caring for ourselves. New groups start soon throughout the Lower Mainland and on Vancouver Island. Visit www.mamarenew.ca to learn more, or call Sarah at 604-254-1100.

Scrapbook fair

Scrapbookers check out the annual Surrey Scrapbook Fair, Sept. 20, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sullivan Hall, 6306 152nd St., Surrey. More than 30 tables of scrapbook or card making related items for sale. Entertainment for the kids will be provided by Joseph the Magician and lunch will be available to purchase from a food vendor. This year there will be another layout contest as well as a handmade card contest with the finalists voted on and announced at the Fair. Submission deadline for the contest is Sept. 8. For more details or to book a vendor table please contact Heather at scrapbookfair@hotmail.com or www.scrapbookfair.blogspot.com for more details.

Back to School Nutrition for Picky Eaters

Join Karla Heintz, nutrition educator and author and learn about back-to-school nutrition tips for better health and learning in an informative talk while enjoying healthy appetizers and beverages prepared by Munch and discussing tips from the book Picky? Not Me Mom, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 7 to 9 p.m., at Munch Family Restaurant, 143 – 1233 Lynn Valley Rd, North Vancouver. For more information visit www.karlaheintz.com.

Doing it in style

Momcafe presents an inspirational talk by Cathy Thorpe, president of Please Mum and Linda Hipp, founder,president and designer of LIJA Style, who will share their tips on how they are bringing family values into the retail fashion world for women and children while being stylish at the same time, Friday, Sept. 25, 9:15 to 11:15 a.m., at the Watermark Restaurant on Kits Beach in Vancouver. Cost is $36.75 non-members - $30.45 members (including GST). Onsite childcare is available for an additional fee. To register visit www.momcafe.net/register.

Ongoing events online . . .

Click here to find out the scoop on ongoing events in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.

Swap meets . . .

none this week

Sales scoop . . .

Cici Art Factory summer sale

Here’s a great chance to meet Liz Clay, the artist behind Cici Art Factory and check out her work in-person at a summer sale on Saturday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2556 West 3rd between Larch and Trafalger streets in Vancouver. She'll have her new wind-generated, FSC certified paper prints available at incredible prices along with her canvas prints, modern lotsas and custom portraits. RSVP to liz@ciciartfactory.com to receive a $10 sale voucher or call 604-561-2512 for more info.

Bugalug sale

Bugalug is having a back-to- school blow out sale from Sept. 1 to 15. Everything online is 25% off, including items in the great deals sections. Visit www.bugalugbaby.com and use code SCHOOL25.

Summer sidewalk jam

Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver will be holding the Summer Sidewalk Jam Saturday, Aug. 29 to Sept. 7.

Sale at Gingerbread Monkeys

Gingerbread Monkeys is having a 25% off site-wide sale. Use discount code: best25.

Air fare sale

Both WestJet and Air Canada have a seat sale on until Thursday, Aug. 27, with 50% off Canadian, US and select International flights for the fall (until Dec. 16).

Simply Sublime sale

Simply Sublime in Vancouver is relocating to Europe and is clearing out their inventory with huge discounts on everything including: all jewelry $40 (reg. up to $300) and up to 90% off clothing. Sale on Saturday, Aug. 29, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., 150-3737 Oak Street (at 21st) in Vancouver. Call 604-733-0440 for more details.

Lija Warehouse Sale

Check out the Lija warehouse sale where you’ll find style-driven golf apparel for women at amazing prices Thursday, Aug. 27 and Friday, Aug. 28, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., 610-13211 Delf Place, Richmond. All items $15 or less. Cash, Visa, MC. Free parking.

While we do our best to inform you of great family happenings around town, event details are subject to change.

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