vancouver: what to do, what to do?
Filed Under Events | January 13, 2011
Things are still quiet around town but there’s always fun to be had. Get your food resolutions on track, shop locally, rock out and more.
Vancouver Hebrew Academy Preschool
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 10 to 11:30 am Vancouver Hebrew Academy 1545 West 62nd Avenue Vancouver, BC 604.266.1245
Visit Vancouver Hebrew Academy with your soon-to-be Preschooler at their Open House and let your wee one help you decide where he or she will be in September 2011. VHA offers dual language programs for half-day Preschool Three and Four. Families who attend will receive a FREE Ready Set Learn Package and book. Through innovative ideas and an exciting integrated Judaic and secular curriculum, the Vancouver Hebrew Academy creates a peaceful environment where learning is enjoyable: www.vhebrewacademy.com
Mindful Feeding for Babies and their Families
Friday, January 14th, 2 pm, Whole Foods Market, 510 West 8th Avenue Vancouver
Make introducing solids to your baby easier with practical, progressive, holistic food, nutrition and parenting information on how and what to feed your little one in order to both build attachment and grow a good eater. It’s free but pre-registration is required by emailing info@victoriapawlowski.com
The Vancouver Winter Market
Saturday, January 14th, 10 am – 2 pm, East Parking Lot of Nat Bailey Stadium – 30th & Ontario Street, Vancouver
The Winter Farmers Market is held every Saturday this year featuring fruits, veggies, meat, seafood, artisanal cheese, prepared food items, hand-made crafts and more: www.eatlocal.org
Re-New Resolutions
Saturday, January 15th, 10 am – Noon, West End Community Centre, 870 Denman Street, Vancouver & Capers Whole Foods Markets, 1675 Robson Street, Vancouver
If you’re thinking about tweaking your diet and lifestyle this workshop will give you ideas and inspiration by focusing on whole foods and key supplements to help you detox, cut cravings, balance moods, renew energy and more: www.victoriapawlowski.com
21st Century Flea Market
Sunday January 16th, 10 am – 3 pm, Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive (at 16th Avenue), Vancouver
If you vowed to be kind to your budget this year than flea market shopping is a great chance to stock up on kitsch, collectibles and memorabilia including everything from dolls and toys to linen. Plus they have drop-in appraisals all day: www.21cpromotions.com
Lullaby League Mixer
Tuesday, January 18th, 7 pm – 8 pm, Wish List Boutique, 2811 Broadway West, Vancouver
Need a sitter? Lullaby League mixers are a painless way to power through a whole whack of interviews in one fell swoop and hopefully find the right sitter for your family. But do register in advance, they usually sell out: www.lullabyleague.ca
Farther Afield:
Finding Your Passion – momcafé Fraser Valley Launch!
Thursday, January 13th, 9 am – 11 am, Clayburn Gourmet Gallery, 320-3033 Immel Street, Abbotsford
momcafé’s expanding into the Fraser Valley and you’re invited to hear two well-know mums talk about how they’ve found their passion in life. Plus you’ll get to enjoy a steaming latte and light breakfast. They also have childcare on site: momcafenetwork.com
Bilingual Public Concert With The Backyard Band
Saturday, January 15th, 1 pm – 2 pm, Delta Church, 7696 – 112th Street, Delta & Sunday, January 16th, 1 pm – 2 pm, Genesis Theatre, Delta Secondary School, 5005 – 45th Avenue, Ladner
Catch Will Stroet and The Backyard Band rocking out in French and English in support of local schools: www.willmusic.ca
Family Day at PdA
Sunday, January 16th, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Place des Arts, 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam
Take in three exhibitions by artists Robi Smith, Suzy Stroet and Nathania Vishnevsky and Rick Glumac while getting the inside scoop on the artworks. Plus there’ll be all-ages drop in arts and crafts workshops. Call 604.664.1636 to hold your spot: www.placedesarts.com
Kids Swap and Shop
Sunday, January 16th, 2 pm – 5 pm, The Perfect Plan, George Preston Center-20699 42nd Avenue, Langley
This local post-holiday shop features tables full of children’s clothing, toys, furniture, accessories and more, all at great prices: theperfectplanevents.webs.com
The Bear Necessities
January 18th, 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm, Maple Ridge Public Library 130 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge
The whole family is invited out to an evening storytime full of puppets and beary good times. Be sure to bring your teddy: www.fvrl.bc.ca
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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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