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On now until October 31 | Streams throughout BC

Art Vancouver, Western Canada’s Largest International Art Fair, is making its highly anticipated return from April 11 – 14, 2024. Immerse yourself in a world of artistry, from contemporary masterpieces to emerging talents across the globe, all under one roof. Early bird tickets are available until January 6th at 5 p.m., art enthusiasts and buyers...

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With the changing of seasons comes family-friendly fall adventures. Maan Farms is celebrating its annual Fall at the Farm, open until October 31st, bringing Canada’s First Forest Pumpkin Patch along with Mama Maan’s quintessential fall foods. The full experience includes admission to the Forest Pumpkin Patch, Dog Days available on September 23 and October 1,...

Mark your calendars! From September 22 – October 15, let your curiosity lead you as Richmond transforms into a hub of arts, culture, and unexpected wonders for Culture Days! Experience creativity in every corner, share in the joy, and celebrate together as Richmond artists and arts organizations offer inspiring interactive events and behind-the-scenes access to...

Princess Carriage – opening September 25th, 2023: Guests will find a magical attraction at the Applebarn — the life-sized Princess Carriage. This whimsical photo op encourages visitors to embrace their inner child, while picking their best October pumpkins. The patch features numerous sizes and varieties from small sugar pumpkins to the classic jack-0-lanterns. The Princess...

Organized by the BC Creative Center, the solo exhibition “Peace Of My Mind” by Vancouver’s young artist, Mingqian (Henry) Wang, will open at the Lipont Gallery on September 30, 2023. Henry Wang, a sixteen-year-old student at Point Grey Secondary School in Vancouver, has been fond of calligraphy, painting, and sports since childhood. His upbringing in...

Explore how copper contamination impacted the marine food chain from plankton to predators, and learn how remediation efforts now protect this ecosystem. This unique display includes specimens from the Howe Sound ecosystem, including a real killer whale skeleton! In August 1997, the Strawberry Isle Marine Research Society found a deceased killer whale off the coast...

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site from Oct 2-Nov 5. Our coastal waters are full of life – but they are being haunted by plastic pollution. Explore the ocean’s depths and encounter colourful creatures made of upcycled...

Join us at Mackin House for afterschool programming this fall. This six week program will take kids on a tour of major art moments throughout history and allow them to create their own inspired pieces. Each week will focus on a different form of art making and look at the artists who contributed to that...

Support cancer research and experience a captivating author panel featuring three influential voices in their respective fields: Jen Sookfong Lee, renowned as the “Superfan” of all things pop culture; Bob McDonald, an acclaimed science writer and host of CBC’s Quirks & Quarks; and The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, an esteemed lawyer, and leader in Canadian politics...

This workshop is designed for managers, supervisors, team leaders, and HR professionals who are responsible for managing the performance of their team members. It is also beneficial for anyone interested in learning effective performance management techniques to unlock their team’s potential and improve overall organizational productivity. Participants will learn how to align individual goals with...

Land of Thundering Snow is a travelling exhibit that aims to teach visitors about avalanches. Propelled by gravity, snow avalanches are releases of snow that rush downhill in steep terrain, altering the landscape and ecosystem as they pass. The unimaginable power of an avalanche carves new patterns into the landscape, and becomes fresh ground for...

Modellers from around the Lower Mainland and beyond will present the best of their work in categories ranging from aircraft to spacecraft, classic cars to military vehicles and more! There’s also a swap meet to stock up next year’s projects!

𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍!!! 𝙍𝙤𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝘾𝙡𝙪𝙗 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙮 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙙𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙃𝙍𝙀𝘿-𝘼-𝙏𝙃𝙊𝙉 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙗𝙚𝙧 7, 2023. 𝙎𝙝𝙧𝙚𝙙-𝘼-𝙏𝙝𝙤𝙣 (𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙋𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙝𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜) This is a drive thru event happening at North Surrey Secondary School Parking Lot, it will start at 10am and will be done by 2pm. Confidential paper shredding fundraising event by cash or...

First Saturday is a public monthly artist-run open-studio event. Come visit artists where they work at City Centre Artist Lodge. The following artist studios will be open: Tracy Anne Northey – Studio # 34 Pressure Point – Studio # 108 Elana Sigal – Studio # 110 Stephane Savoie – Studio # 123 Mallory Donen –...

Please join us for the opening reception on Saturday, October 7th from 1 – 4 p.m. for complimentary refreshments. The artist is in attendance. Representing the culmination of lifelong research into the figure, the body depicted by Thomas Anfield is not confined by binary norms; rather, it is a vessel of limitless possibilities, a space...

Come to talk ACCESIBILITY and TECH with the Brighouse Library and in partnership with The Richmond Centre for Disability . The “Launch Pad ” tech area at the library will be hosting demos on Windows 11 accessibility features, Accessibility Parking Pass Online registration demo. Come chat with Dave Thomson and learn about how using simple...

posAbilities is proud to present its 19th Annual INCLUSION Art Show & Sale on October 12 from 10:30am-7:30pm at Heritage Hall (3102 Main Street, Vancouver). October is Community Inclusion month in BC and we welcome you to join us for BC’s largest disability art show! This year, the show features: 200+ artists with diverse abilities...

Thursday, October 12 | 6:40pm | Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Friday, October 13 | 8am-2pm | Parq Vancouver

Each year, Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet School visits cities across Canada and the United States in search of talented dancers to join two of our full-time Professional Division programs: the Ballet Academic, and The Anna McCowan-Johnson Aspirant Programs. Virtual auditions are also offered. Join us on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Arts Umbrella. For more...

The Chilliwack Quilters’ Guild are holding our biannual quilt show on Friday, October 13 from 5pm – 8pm, and Saturday, October 14 from 9am – 4pm, at the Chilliwack Alliance Church at 8700 Young Road in Chilliwack. Admission is $8.00; children under age 15 and spouses get in for free. There will be a display...

‘True Colours’ – October Exhibition OPENING RECEPTION October 13th from 6-9pm Join us for an exciting art event – ‘True Colours’! This October, we are showcasing a diverse range of artworks that will captivate your senses. Explore the vibrant world of colours and let your imagination run wild. Our in-person exhibition will be held at...