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Iranian door knockers: an entrance to a beautiful and unique cultural past
June 22 2015 ArtKnocking on the door in other parts of the world can be a pleasurable experience as the visitor beholds and traces the intricate designs on a door knocker. Alireza Jahanpanah, architect and …
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Weaver Woman: A contemporary Kabuki
June 22 2015 CultureThe 27th annual Dancing on the Edge Festival will take place from July 2 to 11 at various venues in Vancouver. The festival features contemporary dance performances from over 20 dance companies. …
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Greek festivities with Yannis Sahamis
June 22 2015 CultureBouzouki 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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Cultural Calendar
June 22 2015 EventsSchool’s out and it’s time to celebrate with fun events all around the city! These cultural events range from festivals to poetry nights. Grab a few friends, or go with the family and enjoy the …
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Breaking the Paddle
June 22 2015 Street Photography by Denis BouvierPerseverance, the painting featured in the photo, was one of many artworks at the June 13 festival: Toast the Coast Before the Coast is Toast. It was held at Jericho Beach to celebrate our beautiful …
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Ginger Beef
June 22 2015 Recipe by Jen dela LunaGinger beef served over fried rice.Tasked with the assignment of Canadian food with a twist, my first thoughts went to how …
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Exploring new sounds at Vancouver’s summer music festivals
June 8 2015 Cover StoryPhoto by BreabachThis summer, Vancouver’s music festivals present a unique opportunity for audiences to expand their …
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Vancouver: cosmopolitan and/or multicultural?
June 8 2015 ColumnsVancouver is often considered cosmopolitan and multicultural. However, one attribute does not necessarily imply the second. Cosmopolitan comes from the ancient Greek kosmopolitês, which means …
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The good ol’ days: Italian family traditions and friendships
June 8 2015 CommunityFrank and Vince Murdocco of Cafe Calabria. | Photo by Alison ChiangCafé Calabria, Vancouver’s oldest Italian coffee …
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Two young rappers making a difference
June 8 2015 CultureKwantlen Polytechnic University students awarded Top 25 under 25 Awards
Even though Calvin Tiu and Rick Kumar of rap duo Big Love are no strangers to fame, they were still floored when they learned …