The weather isn’t the only thing getting better – take advantage of the streak of Vancouver sunshine by participating in a variety of fun and educational experiences indoor and out. Whether you’re a film nut, anime or crave a serenade under the stars, you won’t be disappointed.
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Concerts at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden run Fridays in August | Photo courtesy of Vancouver Chinese Garden
Enchanted Evenings
Concert Series at
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical
Chinese Garden
Fridays, Aug. 2–30
578 Carrall St., Vancouver
604-662-3207
http://www.vancouverchinesegarden.com
Think jazz and blues: sultry latin, toe-tapping gypsy and exotic blends of East and West, then add Jim Byrnes and a gorgeous, natural ambience and you may have a hard time choosing which evening to attend this critically acclaimed concert series at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden. $25 for non-members, $20 for members.
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18th Vancouver
Chinatown Night Market
Every Friday,
Saturday and Sunday
100 & 200 block of
Keefer St., Vancouver
604-682-8998
vancouverchinatownnightmarket.com
Enjoy a shopping extravaganza featuring traditional Asian handicrafts, fashionable gifts, and tasty snacks. Fun for the whole family!
1968 girl with big hair, by Foncie | Photo courtesy of the Museum of Vancouver
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Foncie’s Fotos
Now until January 2014
Museum of Vancouver
1100 Chestnut St., Vancouver
604-736-4431
http://www.museumofvancouver.ca
The Museum of Vancouver presents an exhibit of the works of FonciePulice, the last man standing from Vancouver’s great era of post-war street photography. Creator of about 15 million images over his lifetime, Foncie captured Vancouverites in action as they strode the city streets. His photographs trigger vivid memories for long-time residents who recall the particular day, the hour, their companions and the circumstances.
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The Grand Hotel exhibit at the Vancouver Art Gallery runs until September 15 | Photo by Rachel Topham, Vancouver Art Gallery
Grand Hotel: An Exhibition
Now until September 15
Vancouver Art Gallery
750 Hornby St., Vancouver
604-662-4719
http://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Hotels are unique venues for social interaction, cultural production, modern and contemporary design and visual culture. The first major exhibition of its kind, Grand Hotel will span two floors of the gallery, charting the evolution of the hotel from an isolate and utilitarian structure to a cultural phenomenon that figures prominently around the world.
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Free-B Film Festival
Every Friday to Saturday,
Aug. 2–31
Starts at 9 pm
Beacon Hill Park
Douglas St., Victoria
250-389-0444
http://www.victoriafilmfestival.com
Get ready to curl up under the stars and enjoy a stellar collection of free family-friendly films on a 20-ft. wide inflatable screen. Bring your own blanket, flashlight and snacks.
Swiss dance artist Rafaële Giovanola will discuss how her European origins influence her dance practice on Aug. 14 | Photo by Klaus Fröhlich, Co. Erasga
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Shifting Geography:
A European Perspective
Wednesday, Aug. 14
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
The Cultch’s Historic Theatre
1895 Venables St., Vancouver
604-687-6185
http://www.companyerasgadance.ca
Experience a behind-the-scenes Shifting Geography rehearsal with Co. ERASGA’s Alvin Tolentinoand listen to four internationally regarded dance artists share how their cultural origins have shaped their dance practice.
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Anime Revolution
Friday, Aug. 16–Sunday, Aug. 18
Canada Place
1055 Canada Pl., Vancouver
604-862-1180
http://www.animerevolution.ca
Anime Revolution is an annual anime convention held to spread the love and appreciation for anime and Japanese culture over three fun-filled days of activities, exhibits, panels and performances featuring art, animation, comics, costuming, cultural displays, dance, gaming, musical performances and much more.
