Why community?
Like most people, I have a deep yearning for community and connection. I run the North Van trails regularly, go to yoga classes at the Delbrook Community Recreation Centre, hike and stay healthy. But I am also cognizant of my mental health and well-being. The feeling that I belong to my neighbourhood is important to me. I love the Live and Local Concert Series, because not only do I get to lose myself in music, I get to belong.
My family immigrated to Canada when I was eight years old, which makes me a first generation Canadian. I was very proud the day my family and I were sworn in as Canadians. I remember looking around the ceremonial hall at the other new Canadians and marveling at the diversity of races and cultures. I knew then that I was in a safe and welcoming place. Today, almost four decades later, I cannot imagine calling anywhere else my home.
1. Digital Detox
Step away from the digital world and practice the art of being present by visiting 14 gorgeous private gardens filled with art and crafts from 32 artists and artisans and 112 hours of live music.
2. Nature is a proven stress-reducer
Research has proven that surrounding yourself with nature can be one of the most powerful stress-relievers, breath in the scent of those spring blossoms and stand in awe of an unusual monkey puzzle tree.
The Power of Youth
“The young do not know enough to be prudent, and therefore they attempt the impossible, and achieve it, generation after generation.” – Pearl S. Buck
The play-pie-pint movement started in 2004 in Glasgow, Scotland, where the concept of introducing new audiences to theatre and community arts during non-peak times took off. Today, shows are performed all over the world. Our local version offers an hourlong one-act show, followed by an old-school, pub-like lunch in the lobby.
Tour is sure to satisfy!
The women’s movement has come a long way in Canada. It’s only been one hundred years since Canadian women were given the right to vote in 1918. Since that time women have progressed in leaps and bounds politically, socially and personally. Instead of having to be accompanied out of doors like our foremothers a century ago, women now adventure solo all over the world.
Packed with all kinds of locally made goods, music, entertainment, and food, and set against the backdrop of the beautiful Burrard Inlet with the Vancouver city skyline gleaming across the water, the Shipyards Night Market is the perfect place to shop while getting some fresh air and connecting with the community. Read on for five reasons to haul the whole family to the market this season!
Here are some fun facts about these adored performers:
Here’s why we love this special evening at Centennial Theatre:
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