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COMEDY/CABARET
MUSIC ROCK/JAZZ/ETC. Jodi Proznick & Heather Bambrick
Two of Canada’s finest musicians and Juno nominees — Newfoundland’s Heather Bambrick and B.C.’s own Jodi Proznick combine forces in a highly anticipated show. • Blue Frog Studios, White Rock, May 24, 8 p.m. • $44, bluefrogstudios.ca
Mathew V
21-year-old Vancouver singer delivers pop melodies with all the authority of a seasoned gospel soul-stirrer. • Rio Theatre, May 24, 8 p.m. • $15, ticketmaster.ca
Rogue Folk | Ellis Paul
Chasing Beauty is the latest album from this gifted folk singer-songwriter and storyteller. With multi-instrumentalist Radoslav Lorković. • St. James Hall, May 24, 8 p.m. • $26/$22, roguefolk.bc.ca
Modified Ghost Festival III
Third annual metal festival returns to the Rickshaw Theatre. • 254 E. Hastings St., until May 27 • $45, rickshawtheatre.com
Curtis Salgado Band
Award-winning soul, blues and R&B vocalist/harmonicist/songwriter, with guests The Mojo Stars. • Rio Theatre, 1660 E. Broadway • May 25, 7:30 p.m. • $30/$35, canadianpacificblues.ca
Emil Viklicky Trio
Pianist Emil Viklicky, with local jazz musicians Paul Rushka and Jesse Cahill. • Revue Stage, Granville Island, May 25, 8 p.m. • $35, arwibo.com
Shake Shake Shake: A Concert in Benefit of Parkinson’s and MS Disease
Features performances by Khari Wendell McClelland, Dawn Pemberton, Emily Chambers and VIP tickets available to see guitar legend Paul Pigat. There will be a silent and live auction, 50/50 raffle and more. • The Imperial, 319 Main St. • May 25, doors 7:30 p.m. • parkinson.bc.ca/shake2018
Aquilo
U.K. electronic music duo tour to support their debut full-length release, Silhouettes. • Biltmore Cabaret, 2755 Prince Edward St., May 26, 8 p.m. • $15, ticketfly.com
Bon Iver
American indie folk band founded by singer-songwriter Justin Vernon. • Deer Lake Park, Burnaby, May 26, 7 p.m. • $49.50, ticketmaster.ca
Cory Weeds Quintet
Saxophonist Cory Weeds teams up with legendary pianist Harold Mabern and renowned trumpeter Terell Stafford for a night of jazz music. With Michael Glynn bass and Julian MacDonough drums. • Frankie’s Jazz Club, 765 Beatty St., May 26, 8 p.m. • $30, coastaljazz.ca
Fiesta Mexicolumbiana
The best of Mariachi, Son Jarocho, Vallenato, Cumbias and more. Featuring Breaking Boundaries, Las Estrellas de Vancouver and special guest from Mexico, Son del Monton, plus DJ Marc Fournier. • WISE Hall, 1882 Adanac St., May 26, 8 p.m. • $20/$25, carvanbc.com
Gang of Youths
Rock band from Australia tour to support their latest release, Go Farther In Lightness. • Fox Cabaret, 2321 Main St., May 26, 8 p.m. • $13, ticketweb.ca
Googoosh: The Memory Makers Tour
The biggest and most celebrated Iranian artist of our time makes a stop in Vancouver on her special, limited run of North American dates for The Memory Makers Tour. With Hassan Shamaizadeh and Ardalan Sarfaraz. • Orpheum Theatre, May 26, 8 p.m. • $59-$179, ticketmaster.ca
The Wonder Years
American pop punk band from Lansdale, Pennsylvania. • Vogue Theatre, May 26, doors 7 p.m. • $28, ticketfly.com
Paul Pigat’s Guitar Cabaret
The Guitar Cabaret pairs the internationally-renowned singer songwriter, guitarist, and host, Paul Pigat with a wide range of guitar-slinging guests. The month’s guest will be Steve Pineo — a multi-faceted guitarist, singer and songwriter. • ANZA Club, 3 W. 8th Ave., May 27, 8 p.m. • $15, brownpapertickets.com
C!C!C! presents Dreams: The Fleetwood Mac Experience
Choir! Choir! Choir! presents a night of tribute to one of the most sing-along-able bands of all time — Fleetwood Mac. Don’t miss your chance to belt out all of their classics: Dreams, Rhiannon, Go Your Own Way, Don’t Stop and many more. • Vogue Theatre, May 29, 8 p.m. • voguetheatre.com
Lake Street Dive
Brooklyn-based jazz-pop band tour to support their latest release, Free Yourself Up. • Commodore Ballroom, May 29, 9 p.m. • $35.25 includes a CD of the new album Free Yourself Up, ticketmaster.ca
Alex Lahey
Singer-songwriter from Australia tours to support her debut full-length release, I Love You Like A Brother. • Fortune Sound Club, 147 E. Pender St., May 30, 8 p.m. • $15, ticketweb.ca
MonkeyJunk
Juno-winning rock and roll/swamp/blues band celebrate their 10th anniversary. • May 31, 8 p.m.: Rickshaw Theatre, 254 E. Hastings St., $18/$20 rickshawtheatre.ca | June 3, 8 p.m.: Blue Frog Studios, 1328 Johnston Rd., White Rock, $49.50 bluefrogstudios.ca
CLASSICAL/CHORAL Another Dawn:
A Gracenote and Kôr Concert
Vancouver choirs Gracenote and Kôr present a dynamic night of music to launch us into the summer season. • Red Gate Revue Stage, Granville Island • May 26, 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. • $12/$15, racenotevancouver.com
Bamboo Theatre:
The Cantonese Opera Festival
Features a series of short episodes from famous Cantonese opera repertoires. English subtitles will be available during the performance. • Norman Rothstein Theatre, 950 W. 41st Ave., May 26 and 27, 1-4:30 p.m. • $30/$40, eventbrite.ca
Choralation A Cappella: City of the Heart
An evening of life, love and song, featuring the Canadian classic folksong, The Log Driver’s Waltz; Þorkell Sigurbjörnsson’s setting of the 13th century poem, Heyr Himna Smiður and more. • St. James Hall, 3214 W. 10th Ave., May 26, 8 p.m. • By donation, choralation.com
Serenade
International award-winning choir Jubilate Vocal Ensemble presents Serenade, featuring the Western Canadian premiere of composer Dan Forrest’s Jubilate Deo. • Canadian Memorial United Church, 1825 W. 16th Ave., May 26, 8 p.m. • $15-$25, eventbrite.ca
Solid Gold: Maple Leaf Singers 50 Years Young
The Maple Leaf Singers celebrate 50 years of shows with the best of the best in Solid Gold, from folk and classical to rock and pop, from gospel to Broadway and movie memories. • Massey Theatre, New West, May 26 and 27 • $25/$15, mapleleafsingers.com
Chinese Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Get up close and personal with Chinese folk instruments with members of the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble. • Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch • May 27, 10:30-12:20 a.m. • vancouverchinesemusic.ca
Rhythms in Unity
An evening of Indian classical music with vocal, percussion, strings and jazz interpretation. Featured artists include Curtis Andrews, Jared Burrows, Lasya Vankayala, Natasha D’Agostino and many others. • Blueshore Centre for Perform- ing Arts, 2055 Purcell Way, North Van • May 27, 5-8 p.m. • Free, eventbrite.com
The Gallery Singers: Sing We at Pleasure
The Gallery Singers celebrate their 50th Anniversary season with the great English madrigalists of the Renaissance. • Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1440 W. 12th Ave. • May 27, 3 p.m. • $18/$9, gallerysingers.ca
Classical Accordion Concert
Vancouver musician Barbara Ann Martindale, a classically trained accordionist/singer, will be holding a fundraising concert for Brock House Society. • Brock House Marquee, 3875 Point Grey Rd. • May 29, 1-2:30 p.m. • $10, brockhousesociety.com
Robert Silverman, piano: 80th Birthday Celebration
In a career spanning more than five decades, legendary pianist Robert Silverman, has graced Canada with his immeasurable talent. This concert promises great music in a friendly, celebratory environment with one of the greats playing a few of his favourites. • The Annex, 823 Seymour St., May 29, 8 p.m. • $39/$15, musiconmain.ca
Maestro Bramwell Tovey: A Gala Celebration
Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, maestro Bramwell Tovey, and an all-star roster of guests for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of Tovey’s unprecedented 18-year tenure as VSO music director. Joined by three former assistant conductors and the VSO’s current assistant conductor, as well as numerous Canadian artists with whom Tovey has worked extensively over the years, the orchestra performs many popular works from throughout his time as music director. • Orpheum Theatre, May 31, 8 p.m. • vancouversymphony.ca
JUST ANNOUNCED The Cult, Stone Temple Pilots, Bush: Revolution 3 Tour
Legendary world renowned, multi-platinum selling rock bands will create an unforgettable night of music in this tri-headlining event. • Abbotsford Centre, Aug. 28 • $39.50-$149, ticketmaster.ca
Nothing But Thieves
Hailing from Southend-on-Sea in Essex, England, Nothing But Thieves make passionate guitar-based rock that balances indie rock artfulness with a pop sensibility. • Vogue Theatre, Sept. 21 • $23.50-$48.50, ticketfly.com
Ty Segall & White Fence
American indie songwriters and musicians, on tour performing together. • Rickshaw Theatre, Oct. 7 • $30, ticketweb.ca
SYML: Where Did We Go Tour
Brian Fennell is a student of simplicity. As SYML, which translates to “simple” in Welsh, Fennell writes emotive ambient pop songs that capture the ethos of his musical persona. • The Imperial, Oct. 25 • $25, ticketmaster.ca
The Joy Formidable
Welsh alternative rock band. • Fox Cabaret, Oct. 27 • $25, ticketmaster.ca
The Milk Carton Kids
Grammy-nominated harmony duo celebrate the release of their third album, Monterey. • Vogue Theatre, Oct. 31 • From $31, ticketfly.com
The Selecter | The English Beat, featuring Ranking Roger
The Selecter is a 2 Tone ska group formed in 1979 in Coventry, England. The English Beat’s music fuses Latin, ska, pop, soul, reggae and punk rock. • Vogue Theatre, Nov. 7 • $32.50$34.99, ticketfly.com
Shawn Hook: Good Days Tour 2018
Canadian singer-songwriting sensation and two-time Juno Fan Choice Award-nominee. • Bell Performing Arts Centre, Surrey, Nov. 10 • From $25, ticketmaster.ca
FESTIVALS Surrey International Children’s Festival
Enjoy hands-on art activities and enjoy a wide variety of performances. This year’s theme: Play. Create. Do. • Surrey Arts Centre and Bear Creek Park, May 24-26 • Access to the site is free, most performances and activities are ticketed, surrey.ca/childrensfestival
Tap Fest 2018
Celebrate Tap Dance Day with West Coast Tap. Enjoy two tap dance films, workshops for all levels, and a live show. • Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St. • May 25-27, westcoasttapdance.com
Dano-Korean Festival
In the Mahan confederacy of ancient Korea, this was a day of spiritual rites, and enjoyment with song, dance, and wine. Celebrate this event and enjoy live performances, songs, dance and traditional food. • Trout Lake Community Centre, 3360 Victoria Dr. • May 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., troutlakecc.com
41st Annual Vancouver International Children’s Festival
Thirteen professional performing artists from as far-reaching as Scotland and Australia are scheduled to perform 92 shows in six of Granville Island’s indoor theatre venues. Enjoy worldclass theatre, music, dance, circus, puppetry and storytelling. • May 28-June 3, $12.50/$22, childrensfestival.ca
Expressions Theatre Festival
Arts Umbrella celebrates gifted young artists at this annual festival. • Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island, Until May 26 • artsumbrella.com/expressionstheatre
Revolver Theatre Festival
Presented by Upintheair Theatre, this festival features a sophisticated, adventurous, and innovative program of new works by distinct voices from across the Canadian live theatre scene. See dynamic new works by local theatre artists, acclaimed touring productions from across Canada, and a selection of free programming including site specific micro-performances, staged readings and works-in-progress. • The Cultch, 1895 Venables St. • Until June 3, $20/$15 revolverfestival.ca
LITERARY Book Arts Fair
Admire the beauty of a well-crafted book! Marvel at stunning book arts materials on display, and chat with bookbinders and book artists to learn about their work. • Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch • May 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • Free, vpl.ca/events
Between Three Wheels Comedy/Poetry Show
Three National Poetry Slam Champions reunite for a uniquely hilarious show. • Havana Vancouver, 1212 Commercial Dr. • May 27, 2:30-5 p.m. • By donation, facebook.com/ events/574303579620912
Mixed Me: Multi-ethnic Storytelling for Teens & Kids
An afternoon of multi-ethnic storytelling for teens, kids, and families. Join three mixed-race authors for creativity workshops, followed by readings and discussion. • Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut St. • May 27, 1-3 p.m. • Free, explorasian.org
STAGE Colin Mochrie
Canadian comedy icon and star of Whose Line Is It Anyway returns for four laugh-packed performances: Colin Up Close and Personal on May 24, 7:30 p.m. at The Improv Centre, Granville Island | The Colin Mochrie Experience on May 25, 7:30 p.m. at the Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville St. | Colin & Friends on May 26, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., at The Improv Centre, Granville Island. • vtsl.com
Doug Stanhope Live
Standup comic’s material ranges from true-life graphic perversion to volatile social criticism. Doug is vulgar, opinionated, brutally honest and shockingly uninhibited. • Rio Theatre, 1660 E. Broadway, May 26, 7:30 p.m. • $60, riotheatre.ca
Middleditch and Schwartz
Just For Laughs presents comedians and actors Thomas Middleditch from Silicon Valley and Ben Schwartz from Parks and Recreation and House Of Lies performing their two person long form improv show. • Vogue Theatre, May 31, 7 p.m. • $45.50, ticketfly.com
MIA - Mixed Improv Arts
Vancouver TheatreSports League is back with a new late show! In this winner-takes-all contest you won’t see a “Peruvian necktie” or a “Rubber guard” but you will see opponents face off in a fierce competition of wits for who can win the most laughs. • The Improv Centre, Granville Island • Thursdays, 9:15 p.m. • From $10.75, vtsl.com
DANCE Aeriosa: Second Nature
Aeriosa’s breathtaking aerial productions combine the techniques of dance and rock-climbing, using rope rigging systems to find new movement possibilities in the realm of suspension. • Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St., May 24-26, 8 p.m. • $32/$24, thedancecentre.ca
Convergence
EDAM presents a choreographic series featuring new work by Peter Bingham and guest artists Shauna Elton and Natalie Tin Yin Gan. • EDAM Theatre, 303 E. 8th Ave., until May 26 • $10, edamdance.org
Contes Cruels (Cruel Tales)
Love, spirit, and honour are explored in this powerful multi-disciplinary piece. Text and choreography by Serge Bennathan, produced by Les Productions Figlio. • Firehall Arts Centre, 280 E. Cordova St., until May 26 • firehallartscentre.ca
THEATRE Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun
A hilarious and touching journey begins when a pregnant, unattached teacher befriends an adult man with the mental capacities of an eightyear-old. This feel-good story is an uplifting and poignant reminder that family can be found in the most unexpected places. Presented by the North Vancouver Community Players. • Theatre at Hendry Hall, 815 E. 11th St., North Van • May 24-June 9, $18/$16 northvanplayers.ca
Wet
Set during the height of Canada’s involvement in the Afghanistan War, this raw and immersive play examines love, abandonment, and the dire cost of combat. Presented by Itsazoo. • Russian Hall, 600 Campbell Ave., until May 27 • From $25, theatrewire.com
MAMMA MIA!
An island paradise in Greece provides the stage for the ultimate feel-good show. A daughter’s quest to find her biological father before her wedding brings together three men from her mother’s past. Who will walk her down the aisle? Will she find out before saying I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do? Filled with ABBA hits, this uproarious and fun-loving musical will have you dancing in your seat. Presented by the Arts Club Theatre Company. • Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, until July 8 • From $29, artsclub.com
Shirley Valentine
A bored housewife is offered a trip to Greece by her best friend. She secretly packs her bags, heads for the sun and starts to see the world, and herself, very differently. Presented by First Impressions Theatre. • Deep Cove Shaw Theatre, 4360 Gallant Ave., North Van, until May 26 • $25/$23, firstimpressionstheatre.com
Tolkien
The enduring worlds created by J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis changed the face of fantasy forever, and dozens of iconic characters sprang from two fertile imaginations fed by a friendship that spanned decades. The tale of how Narnia and Middle Earth came to be — and how close both came to disappearing — is chronicled in this new play. • Pacific Theatre, 1440 W. 12th Ave., until June 9 • $10-$36.50, pacifictheatre.org
Les Filles Du Roi (The King’s Daughters)
A cutting-edge new Canadian musical by Corey Payette and Julie McIsaac. This play is a deeply moving and unique work in three languages: English, French and Mohawk; a perfect vehicle to uncover a perspective different from the one told by Settler culture, one that redefines the Canadian narrative. A Fugue Theatre/Raven Theatre production in association with Urban Ink & The Cultch. • York Theatre, 639 Commercial Dr., until May 27 • $10-$46, thecultch.com
The Mousetrap
Mystery and intrigue surround six strangers stranded at an English boarding house during a snow storm when one among them is murdered. Agatha Christie’s famous and riveting thriller will leave you guessing until the very end. Presented by Gallery 7 Theatre. • Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, Abbotsford, until May 26 • $15-$25, gallery7theatre.com
40 Days and 40 Nights
A bell is rung, a glass of water ceremoniously downed and the audience enters into a gentle, stimulating, interactive meditation on love. Vancouver’s Electric Company Theatre’s project was inspired by a challenge to live for 40 days and 40 nights making all choices based in love. • Until May 26: Shadbolt Centre, Burnaby, $15/$36, shadboltcentre.com | May 31-June 2: Progress Lab 1422. 1422 William St., $25, electriccompanytheatre.com
COMMUNITY FILM Bergman 100
Celebrates the 2018 centenary of superlative film artist Ingmar Bergman with a major retrospective of his work, with many new restorations. • The Cinematheque, until July 2 • $12/$10, thecinematheque.ca/bergman100
Rupture 2018
A showcase of innovative films that bend rules and blend genres. • Vancity Theatre, May 24-27 • viff.org
A Brief Excursion
In Igor Bezinović’s beguiling, surprising feature debut, a group of hard-partying young men and women attend a summer music festival in Istria. • The Cinematheque, May 28 and 31 • $12/$10, thecinematheque.ca
FOOD/DRINK Vancouver Craft Beer Week
A showcase of music, food, art and craft beer at events across the city, culminating at the PNE fairgrounds on June 2 and 3 where more than 100 craft breweries and cideries will be pouring more than 300 beers and ciders. • May 25-June 6, vancouvercraftbeerweek.com
B.C. EggFest
This barbecue food festival is a gathering of Big Green Egg BBQ fans and experienced cooks from around the province. The cooks will be showcasing their skills and talents, while preparing and demonstrating their specialty recipes all day long. • 44680 Yale Rd., Chilliwack, May 27, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. • Taster Ticket: $30, children/$5, bceggfest.com
Royal Canadian Family Circus SPECTAC!
For 50 years, the Royal Canadian Family Circus has showcased some of the finest circus performers from around the world. • May 25-27: Tsawwassen Mills | May 31-June 3: Lansdowne Centre, Richmond | June 7-10: Tradex, Abbotsford. • ticketleader.ca, royalcanadiancircus.ca
Day Out With Thomas: Big Adventures Tour 2018
Children and their families can take a 25-minute ride on Thomas the Tank Engine and meet Sir Topham Hatt, the controller of the railway. • West Coast Railway Heritage Park, Squamish, May 26-27 • wcra.org
Britannia Mine Museum Family Fun Day
As part of B.C. Mining Month, we’ll be hosting special activities including a costume photo booth, fossil and mineral displays, our newest exhibit and more. • Britannia Mine Museum, May 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • $18.95-$29.95, cmm.ca
Hyack Festival International Parade
B.C.’s largest parade features more than 120 entries. Enjoy the festive floats, community groups, performers and lots of entertainers • The parade starts at 8th Ave. and 6th St. in New Westminster • May 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • hyackfestival.com/the-hyack-parade
Salmonberry Days Fair
Bring the family down to this community fair and enjoy rides, crafts, entertainment, food trucks and community displays. • Memorial West Park, 4701 Dunbar St. • May 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • Free, dunbarcentre.org
MISCELLANEOUS Artists in Our Midst: West of Main Art Walk
On May 24 an exhibit at the Roundhouse Community Centre will highlight a wide range of works by artists living west of Main. On June 2 and 3, the art walk invites you to experience the diverse creative talents on Vancouver’s West Side by visiting artists in their studio settings. • Free, artistsinourmidst.com
ROVE: Mount Pleasant Art Walk
This art event designates a path for people to explore what the local art scene has to offer. Discover a range of artwork, mix and mingle with local artists and take home a few unique pieces. • May 25, 6-10 p.m. • Free, roveyvr.com
BeYOUtiful Bridal Wedding Show
Visit with wedding and party vendors and find everything you need for your special day. • May 27, noon-3 p.m.: Best Western Plus Abbotsford, 32110 Marshall Rd. | May 31, 5-8 p.m.: 5988 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby • beyoutifulbridal.com
MRSS Show & Shine
Calling all car enthusiasts! This Show & Shine is open to all vehicles of interest with no year restriction. Polish up your ride and come out. Includes vendors, music, concession, prizes and raffles and a 50/50. • Maple Ridge Secondary School, May 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • Registration fee is $15, mapleridge.ca
Pop-Up Roller Disco
DJ K-Tel will be spinning the best funk, pop, soul, R&B and rock hits to get your booty movin’, so dust off your most impressive roller rink outfit, and get ready to rock, skate, roll and bounce. • Robson Square, May 27, 5-9 p.m. • $10 admission, $10 skate rentals, rollerskatevancouver.com
Veg Expo
Enjoy cooking demonstrations, explore innovative sustainable transportation options, take a break in our “vegetation lounge,” enjoy free samples and giveaways, plus get inspired by a natural vegan body builder showcase. • Vancouver Convention Centre West, May 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. . • vegexpo.ca
Quilt Canada 2018
Three fantastic days of workshops and lectures by some of Canada’s leading quilt teachers and guests. Also includes 40+ vendors and more than 400 quilts on display. • Vancouver Convention Centre, May 31-June 2 • canadianquilter.com
OUTDOORS Art in the Garden 2018
The longest running North Shore garden tour is back, featuring a unique fusion of local visual artists and musicians in natural spaces. • Various gardens on the North Shore, May 26 and 27, noon-5 p.m. • $2/garden or $20/all-garden pass (cash only at the gardens), nvartscouncil.ca
Como Lake Fishing Derby
A free event for youth under 16 years of age featuring prize giveaways and a pancake breakfast available for a nominal charge. Hundreds of prizes are awarded each year for a variety of catches. Please bring your own fishing pole and bait. • Como Lake, Coquitlam • May 27, 7 a.m.-noon • Free, festivalcoquitlam.ca
MARKETS/CRAFT FAIRS Parker Art Salon 2018
This unique, salon-style exhibition showcases the work of more than 40 artists, along with artist talks, studio tours, live music and more. • 1000 Parker Street Studios, 1000 Parker St. • May 25-27, parkerartsalon.com
Portobello West: Spring into Summer Market
Shop from more than 50 B.C. artisans and community makers, and enjoy live entertainment. • Roundhouse Community Centre, May 26, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. • $2 admission, portobellowest.com
Fort Langley Makers Market
Fort Langley’s newest market features B.C. handmade makers of all types, plus food trucks and draws at every event. • 23022 88th Ave., Fort Langley, May 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Free admission, facebook.com/fortmakersmarket
Bizarre Bazaar
The Society for the Museum of Original Costume (SMOC) is hosting their second Bizarre Bazaar with vendors selling everything from vintage to modern clothing and accessories. • Hycroft Manor, 1489 McRae Ave., May 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • $5-$10, smoc.ca
Vancouver Postcard Club’s Annual Show & Sale
Hastings Street Community Centre, 3096 E. Hastings St. • May 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • By donation, vancouverpostcardclub.ca
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION Big Tree Weekend: Tour the Giants
Many of our province’s biggest trees are found right in Stanley Park. Join a tour around some of the park’s giants while learning about the few remaining old growth forests in our province. • 712 Lost Lagoon Path, May 26, 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. • Free, please register for your desired start time, stanleyparkecology.ca
VanDusen Bird Walk
Take a guided tour through VanDusen and learn about the native bird species that make their home in the garden. • VanDusen Botanical Garden, May 26, 10:30 a.m. • Free with garden admission, vandusengarden.org
Frog-A-Palooza
Take a leap into all things amphibian on this lecture-and-walk combo and get a frog-leg up on your knowledge of Stanley Park’s frogs and salamanders. Meet at the Stanley Park Nature House. • May 31, 7-9 p.m. • $5-$12.50, stanleyparkecology.ca