Mond Feb 2 7:00 pm - Free. Donation suggested.
Presented by the Council of Canadians.
Co-sponsored by: Save Our Rivers Society, CUPE BC, Western Canada Wilderness Committee, Citizens for Public Power, COPE 378, BC Federation of Labour, and Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
More information: 604-688-8846
www.ourrivers.ca
Pacific Rim Voices
Thurs Feb 3 7:30 pm
Vancouver Opera
Ping pong night
Every Thurs 8pm
MSBCA Centre
Dinner and dance
Sat Feb 9
Continental Seafood Restaurant
The Malaysian Singapore Brunei Cultural Association (MSBCA) is hosting a dinner and dance Chinese New Year Eve party. It is hot a seller event which will be limited to no more than 35 tables. Get your tickets early. It is $35.00 per person or $350.00 per table of 10. Venue: Continental Seafood Restaurant in 150-11700 Cambie Rd, Richmond. More info visit: www.msbca.com
Chinese New Year
Fri Feb 15
Royal Chinese Restaurant
Malaysia Association in British Columbia (MABC) to host Chinese New Year dinner and dance celebration at Royal Chinese Restaurant located at 200-8040 Garden City Road, Richmond BC. 10 course Chinese dinner, dance, entertainment and raffle. Tix @ $35 per person, table of 10 at $350 Tickets available from any MABC Directors contact Chairperson: Philip Woo or visit www.mabccanada.com
Gourmet Makan Club
Every 2nd Thurs
Venue: TBA
Join our Gourmet Makan Club every 2nd Thursday of each month. Malaysia Association in British Columbia (MABC) will host a new venue to explore, taste and be dazzled with new culinary experiences while socializing with fellow Malaysians and friends. Some months it may be a visit to a members home or to a featured restaurant where everyone will enjoy gourmet delights while socializing with fellow Malaysians and friends. For more info call Gina Hansen at 604-321-6012 or email: gina@sunclubtravel.com.
Sat Feb 9 1pm
Burnett High School
Sat Feb 9 3pm/ 5pm
Former Chinese cinema
NAAAP VANCOUVER invites NAAAP members to attend a special community screening of Tailor Made, a documentary on the Wong family's famous and storied tailoring business in Chinatown, and the related tales of life during some of the earlier days of Chinatown -- a fascinating trip back in time to learn more of the history of a part of one of Vancouver's great ethnic neighbourhoods. The screening at 319 Main St. (formerly the Chinese cinema on Main and Hastings). Info and RSVP to website: naaap@naaap.bc.ca
Skills and Networking
Thu Feb 28 6:30pm
Venue: TBA
"Creating Your Powerful Elevator Speech" Seminar & Speed Networking Mixer. Join us for a fantastic night of honing our business presentation skills and networking! The evening begins with a short seminar on "Creating Your Powerful Elevator Speech" and is followed by Speed Networking to be hosted by The National Association of Asian American Professionals Vancouver. Please RSVP as space is limited. More info visit: naaap@naaap.bc.ca
My Dad, My Dog
Feb 13-16 8 pm
Metro Theater
Basically, it's the story of a young Korean woman who finds that her father has been reincarnated in her pet dog. Boca del Lupo is one of Canada's most exciting creation-based theatre companies. A commission of the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, My Dad, My Dog is a collaboration between Boca's Sherry J Yoon and Jay Dodge, and Yukon-based animator Jay White. Combining live and animated action, they create a world where the border between fantasy and reality is as slippery as a pup on a hardwood floor. Metro Theater is located at 1411 Quadra at Johnson, Downtown Victoria, B.C. More info visit: www.metrostudiotheatre.com or visit Boca del Lupo's website : www.bocadellupo.com.
Face of Jizo
Mar 21 3:00pm (Matinee)
Metro StudioFuratikko presents "The Face of Jizo" by Hisashi Inoue Post-War Hiroshima. Not only the city is left in ruins -- so are the people. The Face of Jizo explores the human consequences of the atom bomb for Hiroshima survivors. It is the story of Mitsue, a young woman who survived the blast, and her attempts to deal with the guilt she feels and to move on with her life, translated by Roger Pulvers. Metro Studio is located at 1411 Quadra Sreet at Johnson, Victoria). More info visit www.metrostudiotheatre.com.
Family games
Sat Feb 23 11am-2pm
National Nikkei Heritage Centre
Experience over twenty traditional Japanese heritage games and toys at the fourth annual Jan Ken Pon! Family Games Day presented by the Japanese Canadian National Museum. Play with colourful tops and a Japanese style cup & ball, make your own sumo wrestlers and beanbags, and run around and burn off some energy. The highlight of the day is a rock-paper-scissors Jan Ken Pon! tournament with fun prizes. Old Japanese heritage toys are on display from Feb 16 till 28th. The Centre is located at 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby BC. Info call 604.777.7000. Free admission.
First Fri Forum
Feb 1, Mar 7 & April 4 7:30pm
National Nikkei Heritage Centre
An outreach program with the theme of culture and identity, with the objective of sharing experience through music and dialogue. Join us for music, discussion, refreshments and good company. The multi-use Centre is at the corner of Kingsway and Sperling in Burnaby, BC. For info please contact Harry Aoki at 604.266.0154 or visit: www.nikkeiplace.org.
Studio Photos
On-going until Mar 15, 2008
Japanese Canadian National Museum Shashin: Japanese Canadian Studio Photography to 1942. This exhibit presents eighty photographs by Nikkei studio photographers in Cumberland, New Westminster, and Vancouver. These images depict diverse subjects and communities, including European, Chinese, African-American, and Japanese immigrants, both elites and labourers, representing almost fifty years of British Columbia history through the eyes of Japanese Canadians. A book catalogue accompanies this exhibition. Curated by Grace Eiko Thomson. The museum is located at 120-6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, BC. Call: 604-777-7000 for more info.
Dance Cruise
May 4 – 10 2008 Come and Join the MABC (Malaysian Association in British Columbia) and experience the Diamond Princess. MABC is hosting a fully escorted group tour on a 7 day, 6 night repositioning cruise Los Angeles to Vancouver. Special Group Pricing includes Air from Vancouver, 3 nights Hotel – Anaheim – 3 nights cruising plus transfers. During Cruise: Free Professional Dance Instruction: Jive, Waltz, Tango and more for all levels. For more info visit: www.mabccanada.com.
EAST ASIAN
Chinese art exhibit
Ongoing 2pm until Feb 10
The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver in collaboration with the Alliance Francaise Vancouver presents Gina Verster who holds a Fine Arts degree from UBC and has served as director at the Canadian Craft Museum. She currently working on a collection of poetic and prose pieces inspired by her travels in France. 555 Columbia St. Vancouver. More info: www. cccvan.com or 604-658-8881
The Banana Boys
Ongoing until Feb 9
Firehall Arts Centre
A Firehall Arts Centre presentation by Leon Aureus following on sold out shows last season. The BBoys - clever and witty story of five university buddies who try to balance the joys of video games and beer with the frustrations of feeling caught between two cultures. Firehall Arts Centre located at 280 East Cordova Street Vancouver, B.C. Visit www.firehallartscentre.ca for more info.
Children Chorus
Sun Feb 3 7.30pm
Michael J. Fox Theatre
On Wings of Songs. The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver in association with Morning Star Singers presents the Children and Young Women Chorus of China National Symphony Orchestra under the distinguished conducting of Yang Hongnian in a program of Chinese and international classical & folk songs: Michael J. Fox Theatre, Burnaby Tix:$15, $25, available at CCC (604-658-8850 & 604-659-8875)www.cccvan.com
On Wings of Songs
Sun Feb 3 7pm
Michael J. Fox Theatre
China's Children Chorus (The Children and Young Women Chorus of China National Symphony
Orchestra) Under the distinguished conducting of Yang Hongnian Presented by the Chinese
Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver in association with Morning Star Singers and Vancouver Chinese Choir 7373 MacPherson Avenue, Burnaby, BC www.cccvan.com 604.658.8850 and 604.659.8875
Comedy Show
Feb 9 8pm World Vision Canada presents the highly anticipated Wong Tze Wah Charity Standup Comedy Show 2008. Wong Tze Wah is the top standup comedian in Hong Kong, setting the standard for standup comedy. His charisma and humor has made him the most talked about and sought out comedian and guarantee that you will laugh till you drop. This show is definitely the talk of the city and is drawing an immense amount of interest. Funds raised through this charity event will be designated for the Biogas Project in Shangzhou, China, which will allow poor villagers to use biogas (as a replacement of expensive electricity) to cook food and provide light for the whole family. – Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets 604-295-4800.
Chinese art exhibit
Ongoing 2pm until Feb 10
The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver in collaboration with the Alliance Francaise Vancouver presents Gina Verster who holds a Fine Arts degree from UBC and has served as director at the Canadian Craft Museum. She currently working on a collection of poetic and prose pieces inspired by her travels in France. 555 Columbia St. Vancouver. More info: www. cccvan.com or 604-658-8881
Vespertine Views
Ongoing until Feb 10
Chinese Cultural Centre Museum
The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver in collaboration with the Alliance Francaise Vancouver presents Gina Verster who holds a Fine Arts degree from UBC and has served as director at the Canadian Craft Museum. She currently working on a collection of poetic and prose pieces inspired by her travels in France. 555 Columbia St. Vancouver. More info: www. cccvan.com or 604-658-8881
Ongoing, every Mon & Thu 1-3pm
Exercise your vocal chords and the diva inside with English karaoke on Mon and Chinese karaoke on Thu. Bring your own karaoke discs if you have any. Renfrew Park Community Ctr (2929 E 22nd Ave). Info:604-257-8390
Fundraising Gala
Wed Feb 2 6pm
General Motors Place
Setting the World to Music
Alice MacKay Room
Valentines Day Concert
Thurs Feb 14 12noon
Alice MacKay Room
Love in the Afternoon: A Valentines Day Concert The Vancouver Public Library invites you to a very special Valentines Day event. Join Vancouver impresario and pianist Karen Lee-Morlang, along with talented local musicians, and students and alumni of the UBC School of Music as they perform a beautiful selection of classic love songs and world-renowned romantic music. Lower Level Central Library 350 West Georgia Street. For more info contact VPL - Fine Arts and History at 604-331-3716
Festive Arts
On going until Feb 15
Art Beatus
FESTIVE - an energetic and diverse display of artworks inspired by the holiday season. Mixed media paintings by Cha Guojun, ink on rice paper works by Qin Feng, etchings Chen Hai Yan and ink works by Yang Jie Chang will be featured. The winter group display will run from December 10, 2007 to February, 15, 2008. Art Beatus (Vancouver) is located in the Nelson Square Office Tower at 108 – 808 Nelson Street. For more information, please contact Media Relations, Tamla Mah or Akemi Kojihata by email to info@artbeatus.com or by telephone at 604.688.2633.
Year of the Rat
Sat Feb 16 5:30pm
Shun Feng Seafood Restaurant
Join the Association of Chinese Canadian Professionals (ACCP) in welcoming The Year of the Rat- Chinese New Year dinner, featuring a keynote speech by Honorary Advisor Ms. Anna Fung who will share her experiences with being the immediate past president of the B.C. Law Society and what it means to be a Chinese Canadian professional and her role as a community leader. Shun Feng Seafood Restaurant (the former Floata Restaurant in Parker Place mall) Unit 1425, 4380 No. 3 Road (Parker Place) Richmond. For more info call 604-304-6088.
Festival Day
Feb 10 10.00am – 4.30 pm
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden
On this day, celebrate Chinese New Year in style at the garden. A number of activities and events will be taking place such as fortune telling, tai chi, traditional Chinese music and crafts, and other fun demonstrations. So. Mark this date down on your calendar and we hope to see you and your family and friends at the Garden! Donations appreciated. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver, BC Info:
www.vancouverchinesegarden.com
The Donwakai
Every 3rd Thurs of the month
Steamworks
It is a great opportunity to learn about the Vancouver Mokuyokai Society. Established in 1982 for people of all nationalities with a strong professional or personal interest in Japan. We look forward to seeing you at Steamworks (Gastown) 375 Water Street, Vancouver, BC. A small charge of $4.00/person for non-members as a contribution towards snacks. For more info: donwa@mokuyokai.bc.ca or call 604-689-2739.
SOUTH ASIAN
Networking
Thurs Jan 31 6pm
Ginger 62
For students, young professionals and business people interested in networking in the corporate world...... please join the Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce at the monthly ICCC-Vancouver After Work Social at Ginger 62 located at 1219 Granville St.Vancouver.This event is also for the launch of the Young Professionals committee. For more details, call Rina Gill at 778 688 4973 or email: rina@iccc.org. No RSVP required.
Jazz Festival
Sat March 29 12noon-11pm
MACC Studio Theatre
Swing by the Moberly Arts & Cultural Centre (MACC) Studio Theatre for a full day of big band jazz. University and College big bands from the lower mainland will present concerts starting at 12:00 noon until 11:00 pm. There will be bands from UBC, Capilano College, Douglas College, Vancouver Community College, Kwantlen University College and Trinity Western University. Proceeds from the festival will go to the Fraser McPherson Scholarship Fund. This project is greatly supported by: The MACC Studio Theatre, The Coastal Jazz Blues Society, UBC School of Music, Northwest Musical Services, Tom Lee Music and Yamaha Canada Music. More info visit: www.mysunset.net.
Canada, My India! (pix)
Feb 10 7pm
Norman Rothstein Theatre
Travels through Greater Vancouver's ethnic diversity, from Abbotsford all the way to Whistler. There is South Asian drizzle throughout! This musical play is performed in English, and highlights the similarities and differences between various Indian arts and western fusions. Canada, My India! is the first locally produced, professional show encompassing classical, folk and fusion arts with the very best that Vancouver has to offer. Norman Rothstein theater is located at 950 West 41st Ave (at Oak), Vancouver BC Theatre. Tickets: www.ticketstonight.ca
Health Fair
Sun Feb 3 11 am to 3pm
Fraserview Hall
South Asian Family Association (SAFA), Naz's Pharmacy and Fraserview Banquet Hall present Health and Wellness Fair 2008. Fraserview Hall is at 8240 Fraser Street, Vancouver. Free admission and presentations and info on: Heart health and blood pressure, diabetes, hearing, eyes testing, nutrition and exercise, body mass index and obesity, mammography and cancer screening. Checks-Dr Manny Johal, Obesity Info-Dr Kumar and Nutritional Info-Hardev Mann and more. Contact Naz's Pharmacy at 604-635-3438 or email:neelam@theprescriptionpad.com.
Youth Ice Hockey Challenge
Feb 08 10:30-2:00pm
Sunset Community Centre
Cosom Ice Hockey uses soft pucks and plastic sticks. All you need is a helmet and skates. Please bring your own skates if possible. Parents can register (30 spaces available) either on the phone (604) – 718-6505 or in person at Sunset Community Centre.
St. Valentine's Day for Play gym (0-5 yrs)
Thursday, February 14 10:00am-11:30am
Sunset Community Centre
Come join us on Valentine's Day in the play gym. We will be having lots of fun creating cards, decorating cookies, crafts, playing games and more. Babies under 12 months are free. Parent participation is required. Please pre-register to ensure space.
Surrey Girlz
Every Monday 2-4pm
SurreyGirlz is offering a drop-in for and by sex workers. Looking for more discretion or need support outside of these hours? Call 778-240-1055 to speak with one of the SurreyGirlz. To visit the SurreyGirlz website www.surreygirlz.org . To purchase SurreyGirlz Clothing (proceeds support the drop-in) visit www.surreygirlzfashions.com
Vagina Monologues
Sun Feb 17 2pm and 8pm
Surrey Arts Centre
Join us for our 2nd annual production of The Vagina Monologues and silent auctions. This production of Eve Ensler's award winning play is part of the 2006 V-Day worldwide campaign. Since 1998, benefit performances of this play are held between Valentine's Day and International Women's Day (March 8) to raise awareness of violence against women and girls. Bid on a wide selection of items before the show and during the intermission. Net proceeds of this event support Surrey Women's Centre and Newton Advocacy Group. Reserve your tickets today at Surrey Women's Centre at 604-589-1868 x222 or visit www.surreywomencentre.ca.
SAFA arts youth nights
Ongoing every Fri 7-9pm
Moberly Arts & Cultural Ctr
The South Asian Family Association's Arts Youth Nights are for kids and teens between seven and 16. Programs are geared to promoting South Asian culture, a positive image of South Asian youth and achieving cultural harmony. The Centre is located at 7642 Prince Albert Street, Vancouver, B.C. Info: www.safa.ca.
Sculpted and Adorned
Tues Feb 5 7pm
Museum of Anthropology
Mud Architecture in India. Art historian, curator, anthropologist, photographer, and author Dr. Stephen Huyler shares images and insights gained through 37 years of travel documenting folk art and aesthetics in rural India. This is the second of three talks in our series, "Mud Matters," highlighting the creative and destructive aspects of mud. The Museum is located at 6393 Northwest Marine Drive, on the campus of the University of British Columbia. Info: www.moa.ubc.ca
Bhangra Celebration
Feb 29 - Mar 8
The annual festival continues to evolve with new and exciting events to complement the competition, art exhibit and outdoor evening stage. The City of Bhangra 2008 will include the Drum Circle, exploring global styles of drumming and performance; transfusion, where contemporary and traditional dance styles of the world meet and blend; and Disorienting Bhangra, a panel discussion examining the global popularity of Bhangra. For tickets and information, visit www.vibc.org
Folk dance festival
Sun Mar 2 3pm
We yah hani nah Coastal First Nations Dance Festival. In partnership with the Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad, the Dancers of Damelahamid and MOA welcome you to the inaugural We yah hani nah Coastal First Nations Dance Festival. Come and experience dramatic masked dances, ancient songs, beautiful button blankets, and Northwest Coast art. (All performances free with regular admission.) Info: www.moa.ubc.ca
Daddy Storytime
Tues Feb 5 6:30pm
Surrey Public Library presents Daddy Storytime, a special New story time designated for men and the important kids in their lives. Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, Big Brothers & other Important Guys are invited to bring the kids to enjoy stories and songs together. Daddy Storytime will be held every Thursday until March 11 at the Cloverdale Library, located at 5642 - 176A Street. Panamas are optional! Open to kids of all ages. To register, call 604-598-7320.
Dot Art for Big Ones
Thurs Jan 31 6pm
Thurs Feb 7 6pm
Why should kids have all the fun? Learn an ancient art form and support the environment! Try Dot Art with artist & environmentalist, Rogest on Thursdays, Jan. 31 and Feb. 7, 6 - 9 pm at the Semiahmoo Library. Auction of the paintings will be held on Feb. 21. Proceeds will go to the Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society and Surrey Public Library in support of the Library Grove. There is a $10 charge for the art workshop. Please register at 604-592-6908.
WEST ASIA
MIKA (Pix)
Feb 15 8pm
95 Crave FM and the Georgia Straight present pop sensation Mika, live in concert. Lebanese-born, London based MIKA Penniman known as Mika has been nominated for a Grammy for Best Dance Recording for 'Love Today'. This is excellent and well earned recognition for the massive global impact that he has had this year. This will be the 50th Annual Grammy Awards, prestigious stuff, and will take place on 10 February 2008 at the Staples Center, Los Angeles. MIKA will also have the opportunity to thank his American fans when he tours the US and Canada at the end of January and early February. Catch Mika at the ORPHEUM theatre 649 Cambie St Vancouver, BC, Canada or call For more information call 604-665-3050.
