Greek festivities with Yannis Sahamis
Bouzouki instrumentalist Yannis Sahamis will share his Greek heritage with audience members at the Vancouver Greek Summerfest, July 2–12.
At the event, which takes places at 4641 Boundary Road, …
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June 8 2015 Culture Canada’s National Aboriginal Day and the West Coast celebration
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