what to do, what to do?
Filed Under Events | March 11, 2010
At first glance the weekend doesn’t appear all that busy but once you add in all the Paralympic fun (we’ve recently updated our list and many of the Spring Break events we listed in last week’s weekend guide, well then things are just hopping! And don’t forget to go green next Wednesday for St. Patrick’s Day.
We Stand on Guard for Thee
Thursday, March 11th – Thursday, September 30th, Vancouver Maritime Museum, 1905 Ogden Avenue, Vanier Park, Vancouver
This exhibit seems particularly timely after both the Olympics and all the fuss about changing the anthem (they’re not going to). Recognizing the Royal Canadian Navy’s centennial this year, there’ll be 32 pieces depicting the history of the Navy from 1910 to modern day: www.vancouvermaritimemuseum.com
Mindful Introduction of Complementary Foods
Friday, March 12th, 2 pm, Cambie Whole Foods Market, 510 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver
Learn how to grow a good eater, while deepening your relationship with your child, from Victoria Pawlowski, registered dietitian and family counselor. Be sure to register in advance via email: victoria@springwellnutrition.com
21st Century Flea Market
Sunday March 14th, 10 am – 3 pm, Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive at 16th Avenue, Vancouver
Browse amongst 175 tables of “deluxe 20th century junque” for retro furnishings, books, antiques, dolls, toys and more at this regular flea market. You can also drop-in and get your treasures appraisals all day: www.21cpromotions.com
March Fun Fly
Sunday, March 14th, Ambleside Park, Marine Drive & 13th Street, West Vancouver
Weather permitting why not settle in for a day of single, dual line and team flying, as well as kite boarders and buggiers. Heck, why not bring your own kite too for a bit of high flying: www.bcka.bc.ca
Cloth Diaper 101 Workshop, Bloom Midwives
Monday, March 15th, 7:30 pm – 9 pm, Bloom Midwives, 408 – 1033 Davie Street, Vancouver
The cloth diaper specialists from New & Green will be on hand showing you the cloth diapering ropes including practical, hands on ‘how to’ info, answering your questions and providing you with the checklists you need to get started: www.newandgreen.com
Baby Meets Broccoli
Tuesday March 16th, 1 pm – 3 pm, False Creek Community Centre, 1318 Cartwright Street, Vancouver
Learn all about introducing your baby to solid foods and get them started off eating right. Find out what and how to feed your kids with this interactive, information, hands-on workshop. You’ll need to register with the Community Centre in advance: www.vitaminKconsulting.com
Sibling Rivalry: Surviving the Incidence and Cultivating Caring Between Your Children
Tuesday, March 16th, 7 pm – 9 pm, 4400 block of West 9th Avenue, Vancouver
Sibling conflict, which is natural, is also exasperating for parents. Here’s your chance to learn how to handle it using the approach of Dr. Gordon Neufeld thanks to counsellors (and siblings) Patti and Collen Drobot. Email pdrobot@shaw.ca to register: www.drobotcounselling.com
Movies for Mommies: Up in the Air
Wednesday, March 17th, 12:30 pm, Rio Theatre, 1660 East Broadway (at Commercial), Vancouver
Catch George Clooney in this Oscar-nominated role playing a corporate downsizer and modern business traveler who suddenly wants to make things in his life a little more real: www.moviesformommies.com
Farther Afield:
Kid’s Spring Fling
Friday, March 12th, 10 am – 2 pm, Surrey Nature Centre, 14255 96th Avenue, Surrey
Enjoy lots of free family fun including outdoor games, eco crafts, nature activities like bug hunts and bird searches. A great chance to get out and explore the Surrey Nature Centre: www.surrey.ca
Explore Like Dora: Little Leprechauns
Friday, March 12th, Surrey Museum, 17710 56A Avenue, Surrey
Leprachauns and Dora seem a bit mix and match, but little explorers can be like Dora and enjoy Celtic capers, shamrock crafts and Irish games: www.surrey.ca
Trollsons Theatre
Friday, March 12th, 11:30 am – Noon, Walnut Grove Library, Friday, March 12th, 1:30 pm – 2 pm, Murrayville Library & Tuesday, March 16th, 10:30 am – 11 am, George Mackie Library
Kids of ages five and up will enjoy the store of The One-Eyed Troll which includes music, comedy and amazing hand-crafted papier-mache masks: www.fvrl.bc.ca
Abbotsford Farm & Country Market Winter Market
Saturday, March 13th, 9 am – 1 pm, Trinity Memorial United Church , 33737 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford
In the lead up to the opening of the outdoor market in May the Abbotsford Market is holding their Winter markets packed with great goodies from local farmers, crafters and artisans: www.abbotsfordfarmandcountrymarket.com
Festival of Aboriginal Artists featuring Amy Eustergerling
Saturday, March 13th, 2 pm – 3 pm, Maple Ridge Public Library, 130-22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge
Aboriginal storyteller and musician Amy Eustergerling is presenting this special series of stories and music that share Aboriginal culture. Aimed at all ages there’ll be traditional stories, music and you can try out Amy’s drums too: www.fvrl.bc.ca
Rick Scott’s Family Concert
Sunday, March 14th, 2pm, Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Singer, songwriter and children’s entertainer Rick Scott is known for his shows that combine music and laughter with lots of audience participation. He also plays the Appalachian mountain dulcimer, which kids have dubbed ‘The Electric Snowshoe’: www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca
St. Paddy`s Day Run
Sunday, March 14th, 8:30 am – 12 pm, Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody
This run benefits the Eagle Ridge Hospital and includes a 1 km family-friendly run at 8:30 am and the 5 km run (which is also family, or at least stroller, friendly): www.runnersden.ca
Spring Break: Children’s Literature Camp
Tuesday, March 16th – Friday, March 19th, 12:30 pm – 3 pm, Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Road
Spend an afternoon in the same way as your favourite heroine or hero of classic kid’s fiction – Anne of Green Gables, Treasure Island, The Secret Garden or the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. But be sure to pre register: www.surrey.ca
Raising Moneywise Kids
Tuesday, March 16th, 7pm, Inlet Theatre – 100 Newport Way, Port Moody
This free seminar for parents is all about creating an interest in your kids about money and investing, teaching them to understand the value of a dollar and bringing out the character traits in your kids that will lead them to financial prosperity. You will need to RSVP to hold your spot by calling 604.468.0888 or emailing lmarsden@perlerfinancial.com
Spin a Tale – Weave a Yarn
Wednesday, March 17th, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue, Mission
This evening of knitters, weavers and spinners will be full of best darn yarns ewe will ever hear. And there’ll be puppets: www.fvrl.bc.ca
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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