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Filed Under Events | March 5, 2009
It’s that time again, daylight savings time. That’s right, clocks go forward on Saturday night, so be sure to take that into account for Sunday’s events.
Moms & Little Ones
Thursday, March 5th, 9:30 am – 11:00 am, University Women’s Club of Vancouver, 1489 McRae Avenue, Vancouver
Visit Hycroft and meet other moms and their tots for a casual, child-friendly coffee break in the ballroom of the spectacular Shaugnessy mansion. Coffee and nibbles provided for mums but please bring toys, juice and snacks for your tots. There’s a limit of 15 mums so be sure to RSVP via email to melanie@fit4two.ca and let her know how many children you are bringing with you: www.uwcvancouver.ca
Reel to Reel
Saturday, March 7th & Sunday, March 8th, 11 am – 3 pm, Science World, 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
Here’s your child’s chance to try out their directing chops and create a stop-motion animation film using LEGO®: www.scienceworld.ca
Munch Alley
March 7th – 28th, Waterfront Theatre, 1412 Cartwright Street, Granville Island, Vancouver
A combo of some of Robert Munsch’s most beloved tales – The Dark, Jonathan Cleaned Up, The Paper Bag Princess, Purple, Green, and Yellow, Something Good and Thomas’ Snowsuit – Munsch fans young and old will delight in seeing these tales come to life: www.carouseltheatre.ca
KUTAPIRA
Saturday, March 7th, 2:00 pm, Fire Hall #9, 1805 Victoria Drive, Vancouver
Shake your groove thing to the drumming of this lively quintet from Zimbabwe, who play marimbas with a verve you’ve probably never heard before. Proceeds go to the BC Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund. Get your tickets in advance by calling 604.684.2787 or 604.251.6964.
International Women’s Day Tea
Sunday, March 8th, 2:00 pm until they run out of cake, Capers Robson Street, 1675 Robson Street, Vancouver
What mum doesn’t need cake sometimes? Celebrate International Women’s Day by visiting the Capers demo kitchen and partaking in some tea and cake: www.wholefoodsmarket.com
The Adventures of Bertolt and the Search for the Golden Hanky
Saturday, March 7th, 3:15 pm – 4:00 pm, Lions Hall, 770 Commercial Drive, Vancouver Bertolt’s Golden Hanky has been stolen by a troll, and he needs your help to find it. Beanstalks, balloons, magic, dangerous forests and disappearing flowers will make this a memorable adventure, especially if you and your tot play a part in the story: www.bertolt.ca
Vancouver Mixer – Lullaby League
Tuesday, March 10th at 7:30 pm, Caramel Salon, 2342 Granville Street, Vancouver
Here’s your chance to find a babysitter and have fun too. Meet university and college students who are interested in babysitting, and meet other mothers too: www.lullabyleague.ca
Farther Afield:
Tot Tour: First Kids
Friday, March 6th, 11 am – Noon or 1 pm – 2 pm, Surrey Museum, 17710-56A Avenue, Surrey
Tots can learn about the First Nations of Surrey and Canada through tours of the Iroquois Beadwork exhibit, crafts and games. Please pre-register by calling 604-592-6956: www.surrey.ca
Festival du Bois
Saturday, March 7th and Sunday, March 8th, various times, Mackin Park, 1046 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam
Here’s your chance to celebrate Canadian folk, Celtic and world music, dance, craft and food, and it’s all got a French twist. And with a nod towards March weather, everything takes place inside heated tents: www.festivaldubois.ca
Water’s Edge
Saturday, March 7th, 9 am to Sunday, March 8th, 11 am, Evergreen Cultural Centre,
1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, and Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Court, Coquitlam
Experience 25 hours of music with 330 performers – everything from JUNO award-winning Jazz quartets to acclaimed choirs – and a mix of free and ticketed events on the shores of Lafarge Lake and at the Evergreen Cultural Centre: www.watersedgemusic.ca
Kids Swap
Saturday, March 7th, 9 am – 1 pm, Walnut Grove Lutheran Church, 20530 – 88 Avenue, Langley
You can either get great deals on gently used kids clothing and toys or rent a table and get rid of all those clothes and toys you’ve been storing: www.eventsetter.com
Gotta Be Kiddin Children and Families Expo
Saturday, March 7th, 10 am – 7 pm & Sunday, March 8th, 10 am – 5 pm, Ag-Rec Building at the Abbotsford Exhibition Park, 32470 Haida Drive, Abbotsford
Aimed at families who are pregnant to those who have kids graduating high school you’ll find info, products and services plus there’s entertainment too: www.gottabekiddin.com
Thinking Caps Club: Colour Magic
Saturday, March 7th and Saturday, March 14th, 10:30am – Noon, Surrey Museum, 17710-56A Avenue, Surrey
Discover how to make colours from nature, while learning about Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colours. You’ll also create your own watercolours to take home for art objects. Please pre-register by calling 604-592-6956: www.surrey.ca
International Women’s Day Open House
Sunday, March 8th, Noon – 4 pm, Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Road, Surrey
In the 19th century families rarely saw a doctor and the women treated their families, often with teas. You’ll be able to sample some of the teas they used to treat common ailments as well as ones that offered warmth and comfort: www.surrey.ca
Raven Stole the Sun
Sunday, March 8th, 2 pm, Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver
Based on the traditional Tlingit tale, the Raven is a fabulous and magical creature of impulse and curiosity. In order to satisfy this curiosity, Raven hatches a brilliant scheme to steal the stars, the moon and the sun and ends up bringing light to the people of the world: www.centennialtheatre.com
Going Green:
Future of the Region Sustainability Dialogues
Thursday, March 5th, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm (lunch from 11:30 am – 12:00 pm), Inlet Theatre
100 Newport Drive, Port Moody
Take part in this series of high-profile debates and discussions that help decision makers shape the future of their region by presenting a range of views to challenge and stimulate fresh thought on a range of regional issues: www.metrovancouver.org
And we wanted to remind you to always call or visit the website for event info before you head out just in case any changes have been made since we posted it. And of course, have fun!
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