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HOLIDAY EVENTS SEASONAL HAPPENINGS IN DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

COMPLIMENTARY COPY 2013

2013

DEC 28-31

BALLET BC PRESENTS ALBERTA BALLET

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Festive Fashion

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Downtown Vancouver retailers have you covered from head to toe, including festive bling, accessories and winter warmers

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Cocktails, dinner and dessert recipes from Downtown Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best bartenders, chefs and bakers

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1. Star Light Star Bright bath melt, Lush ($6.95) | 2. Roadster car cuff links in sterling silver, Tiffany & Co. ($605) | 3. Classic menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s felt hat, OK Boot Corral ($59.99) | 4. Grinch plush toy, Chapters ($32.95) | 5. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Drink to Meâ&#x20AC;? ďŹ&#x201A;ask, Chapters ($24.50) | 6. Paul Smith mittens, Holt Renfrew ($50) | 7. Little Crush clutch, Burberry ($1,450) | 8. Gold & diamond cuff bracelet, Brinkhaus Jewellers | 9. Black Fleece watch, Brooks Brothers ($935) | 10. 19-karat white / yellow gold & diamond tear-drop earrings, PALLADIO Jewellers | 11. Black & gold pumps, H&M ($39.95 ) All gifts featured on our cover are available at Downtown Vancouver retailers. Some prices available in store, some in US$.

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AVAILABLE @ T HE OMEGA BOUTIQUE IN THE FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER Â&#x161; $8,150

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ressing up for the holiday season couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be easier, thanks to a plethora of party-worthy looks from Downtown Vancouver retailers!

SLEEVELESS TOP WITH COLLAR DETAIL AVAILABLE @ JACOB IN PACIFIC CENTRE Â&#x161; $59.90

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A deconstructed top hat crafted from 100% wool.

AVAILABLE @ G OORIN BROTHERS Â&#x161; $130

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JOSEPH RIBKOFF DRESS AVAILABLE @ BELLISSIMA IN ROYAL CENTRE Â&#x161; $180

WEDGE CHELSEA BOOTS WITH HEARTS AVAILABLE @ BURBERRY ON A LBERNI Â&#x161; $995

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GALA GOWN AVAILABLE @ H&M IN PACIFIC CENTRE $69.95

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AVAILABLE @ PALLADIO JEWELLERS 855 WEST H ASTINGS

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MUNSTEINER ROCK CRYSTAL RING A 28.58-carat rock crystal (with a rare phantom crystal within) is accented with a green catâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye tourmaline and set in 18-karat gold.

AVAILABLE @ BRINKHAUS JEWELLERS 1018 WEST GEORGIA

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LACE DRESS AVAILABLE @ JACOB IN PACIFIC CENTRE Â&#x161; $139.90

NAPPA LEATHER GLOVES AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $78

BLACK & GOLD PUMPS AVAILABLE @ H&M IN PACIFIC CENTRE $39.95

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Stunning taffetta opera jacket, perfect for any special occasion this holiday season. Made in Canada.

AVAILABLE @ FASHION A DDITION 14+ IN VANCOUVER CENTRE M ALL Â&#x161; 604.684.8344

Silk/wool printed shawl with raccoon trim and ribbon detail.

AVAILABLE @ SNOWFLAKE 750 WEST P ENDER @ HOWE Â&#x161; SNOWFLAKECANADA .COM

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FLASK AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $24.50

SWEET PLAID SCARF AVAILABLE @ H&M IN PACIFIC CENTRE Â&#x161; $12.95

CLASSIC MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FELT HAT Water-resistant and easily folded, this classic menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hat comes in six stylish colours.

AVAILABLE @ OK BOOT C ORR AL 205 CARR ALL STREET IN GASTOWN OKBOOTCORR AL .COM Â&#x161; $59.99 EACH

MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAP AVAILABLE @ VASANNI FASHION IN ROYAL CENTRE (CORNER OF BURR ARD & GEORGIA) Â&#x161; $40 *Some prices only available in store, some in US$.

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MITTENS BY PAUL SMITH Every pair purchased of these limited-edition mitts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in three striped designs and menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sizes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will help support menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health programs run by Movember.

AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY @ HOLT R ENFREW IN PACIFIC CENTRE Â&#x161; $50 A PAIR

KNIT SCARF AVAILABLE @ JACOB IN PACIFIC CENTRE $39.90

ANNE ROSS SHOES Trendy and comfortable!

AVAILABLE @ VALENTINI IN ROYAL CENTRE (CORNER OF BURR ARD & GEORGIA)

AVAILABLE @ T IFFANY & C O. ON BURR ARD $605

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STERLING SILVER ROADSTER CUFF LINKS

NECKLACE WITH FEATHER DETAILS AVAILABLE AT H&M IN PACIFIC CENTRE $9.95

GENUINE LEATHER BELTS

*Some prices only available in store, some in US$.

Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; handmade, all-leather belts with removable buckles. Huge selection, all sizes.

AVAILABLE @ OK BOOT C ORR AL 205 CARR ALL STREET IN GASTOWN Â&#x161; 604.684.2668 Â&#x161; $29.99 EACH

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GOLD & DIAMOND CUFF BRACELET 18-karat rose gold, round brilliant and rose-cut diamond cuff bracelet.

AVAILABLE @ BRINKHAUS JEWELLERS 1018 WEST GEORGIA

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AVAILABLE @ H&M IN PACIFIC CENTRE $12.95

bring home the gold this Christmas.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUNDâ&#x20AC;? BANGLE AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $14

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VESNA YANKOVICH Stunning jewelry created from woven and crocheted metal threads.

AVAILABLE @ CIRCLE CR AFT CHRISTMAS M ARKET Â&#x161; VANCOUVER C ONVENTION CENTRE WEST *Some prices only available in store, some in US$.

ZIEGFELD PEARL EARRINGS

Vancouver Convention Centre West

AVAILABLE @ BAY Â&#x161; $140

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This collectible tin is filled with festive bath products.

AVAILABLE @ LUSH ON ROBSON $48.95

ind these fabulous Christmas cosmetics at your favourite Downtown Vancouver retailers.

SNOW FAIRY SPARKLE BAR AVAILABLE @ LUSH ON ROBSON $7.95

COCO + LALA NAIL LACQUER AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $8.50 EACH

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AVAILABLE @ SEPHOR A IN PACIFIC CENTRE $7

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NAILS INC. â&#x20AC;&#x153;BLING IT ONâ&#x20AC;?

FOIL EFFECT & GLITTER POLISH AVAILABLE @ SEPHOR A IN PACIFIC CENTRE $27 EACH

HAND THERAPY SAMPLER AVAILABLE @ CR ABTREE & EVELYN IN PACIFIC CENTRE Â&#x161; $35

LISE WATIER PALETTE JARDIN DE GIVRE Limited-edition eye-makeup kit in a frosty white compact.

AVAILABLE @ THE BAY $45

LISE WATIER NAIL LACQUER Shown in Bleu Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hiver and Rose Frimas.

AVAILABLE @ THE BAY $13 EACH

LISE WATIER NEIGES PERFUME The magic and purity of winter is captured with a bouquet of white hyacinth, lily of the valley, Christmas rose, night-blooming jasmine, magnolia and orange blossom.

AVAILABLE @ THE BAY Â&#x161; $70

BORN LIPPY GIFT SET This Christmas the Body Shop is giving $300,000 from its gift sales around the world to build five new schools in India, Nepal, Honduras and Ghana.

AVAILABLE @ T HE BODY SHOP IN PACIFIC CENTRE

LISE WATIER HAUTE COULEUR This high-coverage lip lacquer (shown in Rose Taffeta) includes a handy LED light that comes on each time the cap is removed.

AVAILABLE @ THE BAY Â&#x161; $22

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Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;OCCITANE FLEUR Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;OR & ACACIA This full range of products includes ingredients like mimosa and acacia.

AVAILABLE @ Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;OCCITANE EN P ROVENCE ON A LBERNI

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VICTORIA EAU DE PARFUM Fresh, sexy and totally irresistible, this sparkling blend of red berries, Victoria rose and crème brÝlÊe creates a scent that lingers.

AVAILABLE @ VICTORIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SECRET ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $35-$68

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rom togs to toys, Downtown Vancouver retailers

have everything your little tykes want under the tree this Christmas.

BASHFUL REINDEER AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $20

BIG CITY DRESS AVAILABLE @ R EDFISH K IDS

RED HEART PURSE AVAILABLE @ BURBERRY A LBERNI

ELMO MITTENS AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $26.95

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DINO BATHROBE AVAILABLE @ H&M IN PACIFIC CENTRE

GROOVY GIRLS â&#x20AC;&#x153;DECK THE HALLSâ&#x20AC;? DESSA AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $19.95

BEAR STUFFY AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $24.50

FISHBONE HOODIE AVAILABLE @ R EDFISH K IDS

DIANE JORDENS Diane Jordens creates characters inspired by such beloved childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stories as Puss in Boots, Beatrix Potter and the Nutcracker.

AVAILABLE @ TOADâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WORLD & CIRCLE CR AFT CHRISTMAS M ARKET Â&#x161; VANCOUVER C ONVENTION CENTRE WEST

SOLDIER BOYSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; CASHMERE SWEATER AVAILABLE @ BURBERRY ON A LBERNI $370

PUPPY PURSE AVAILABLE @ H&M IN PACIFIC CENTRE Â&#x161; $19.95

GIRLSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; RED SKIRT WITH ROSE DETAILS

Holiday cupcakes are great for parties!

AVAILABLE @ CUPCAKES ON DENMAN 1168 DENMAN STREET IN THE WEST E ND 604.558.4YUM

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hop hundreds of stores and specialty markets in Downtown Vancouver to find SHANGRI-LA GIFT CARDS

the perfect gift for everyone on your list!

Valid at Shangri-La Hotel, MARKET by Jean-Georges, Xi Shi Lounge and CHI, The Spa. SHANGRI-L A HOTEL Â&#x161; 1128 WEST GEORGIA

BALLET BC Mini-pack subscription includes Grace Symmetry and UN/A. AVAILABLE @ BALLETBC .COM 1.855.985.2787 Â&#x161; $80 - $135

AUTORE TAHITIAN DROP EARRINGS Autore Tahitian pearl and diamond drop earrings accented with green tsavorites in 18-karat gold.

AVAILABLE @ BRINKHAUS JEWELLERS 1018 WEST GEORGIA

ARMANI CHOCOLATE SET AVAILABLE @ HOLT R ENFREW $195

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THROW PILLOW OWL MUG

AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $39.50

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FITBIT ZIP LIME JASON MARLOW Recognized internationally for his innovative and original pieces, Jason Marlow is one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most distinguished studio woodturners.

AVAILABLE @ CIRCLE CR AFT CHRISTMAS M ARKET VANCOUVER C ONVENTION CENTRE WEST

Wireless activity tracker.

AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $59.95

ALEX HELIN HAND-CARVED ABORIGINAL JEWELRY Hummingbird 14-karat pendant, $995. One-inch hummingbird silver and 14-karat bracelet, $1,195.

14-karat eagle wrap ring, $1,075.

AVAILABLE @ A RTINAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S JEWELLERY 387 WATER STREET IN GASTOWN Â&#x161; ARTINAS .COM

LADIESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; BOOTS Large selection of styles in store.

AVAILABLE @ OK BOOT C ORR AL 205 CARR ALL STREET IN GASTOWN OKBOOTCORR AL .COM

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HOLIDAY-THEMED GOURMET GIFT BASKETS

Tradition and innovation blend seamlessly in the hands of world-renowned potter Gordon Hutchens.

AVAILABLE @ CIRCLE CR AFT CHRISTMAS M ARKET VANCOUVER C ONVENTION CENTRE WEST

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STEWART STEPHENSON MODERN ART â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Chance of Rainâ&#x20AC;? (10" x 10") by Stewart Stephenson.

Mixed media on board.

AVAILABLE @ STEWART STEPHENSON MODERN A RT GALLERY 1300 ROBSON STREET Â&#x161; 1.877.ART.7100 Â&#x161; $200 - $10,000

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SCHIMMEL GLAS K213 GRAND PIANO This jewel-like piano with transparent acrylic cabinetry is built with elegance and golden trim.

AVAILABLE @ TOM LEE MUSIC 929 GR ANVILLE STREET Â&#x161; 604.685.8471

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THE SPA ETON OF SWEDEN Black buttons, beige contrasting fabric inside the collar and cuffs add a modern touch to this wrinkle-resistant, solid-grey dress shirt.

AVAILABLE @ GIORGIOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FOR M EN IN ROYAL CENTRE (C ORNER OF BURR ARD & GEORGIA) Â&#x161; 604.682.2228 Â&#x161; $265 Downtown Vancouver

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WEDGEWOOD GIFT CERTIFICATES Give a Wedgewood experience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a holiday gift to be treasured!

AVAILABLE @ WEDGEWOOD HOTEL & SPA 845 HORNBY STREET

OLIVEWOOD MORTAR & PESTLE AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $38

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AVAILABLE @ PALLADIO JEWELLERS 855 WEST H ASTINGS

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JADE NECKLACE Stunning B.C. jade beads, rare polar jade 10-millimetre beads with a solid-gold clasp.

AVAILABLE @ JADE VANCOUVER NO. 4-375 WATER STREET IN GASTOWN 604.687.5233 Â&#x161; $3,500 - $5,500

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PAN PACIFIC VANCOUVER GIFT CARDS From Sunday brunch for two to a luxurious weekend getaway, gift cards always make the perfect holiday gift!

AVAILABLE @ PAN PACIFIC VANCOUVER HOTEL NO. 300-999 CANADA P LACE

HOLIDAY SOAP AVAILABLE @ CR ABTREE & EVELYN IN PACIFIC CENTRE $5

HOLIDAY PANTIES AVAILABLE @ VICTORIA’S SECRET ON ROBSON $18.50 - $28

GANACHE TO GO AVAILABLE @ M INK CHOCOLATES ON WEST H ASTINGS $8.95

SWATCH ECAILLE AVAILABLE @ THE BAY $75

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AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $15

TY BEANIES AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $3 - $5

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AVAILABLE @ HOMEWERX MODERN LIFESTYLE Â&#x161; 1053 DAVIE STREET IN THE WEST E ND 604.682.2204 $63

AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $14.50

MIXED SHOWER GELS GIFT TUBE This Christmas the Body Shop is giving $300,000 from its gift sales around the world to build five new schools in India, Nepal, Honduras and Ghana.

AVAILABLE @ THE B ODY SHOP IN PACIFIC CENTRE

ETCHED MAGNIFYING GLASS AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ROBSON Â&#x161; $19.50

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BELT BUCKLES Large selection of styles to choose from; gift boxed.

AVAILABLE @ OK BOOT C ORR AL 205 CARR ALL STREET IN GASTOWN 604.684.2668 Â&#x161; $29.99 EACH

WRAP JOURNAL AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $18

CANADIAN ICON COASTERS

Tracks steps, distance, calories burned, stairs climbed, sleep cycles and quality of rest.

AVAILABLE @ F UTURE SHOP

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AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $9.50 EACH

stockings, Downtown Vancouver retailers offer everything you need to deck your halls with style!

CATHI JEFFERSON Cathi Jeffersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dynamic salt-and-soda glazed pieces are inspired by nature.

AVAILABLE @ CIRCLE CR AFT CHRISTMAS M ARKET VANCOUVER C ONVENTION CENTRE WEST

NUTCRACKER CHRISTMAS CRACKERS AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON Â&#x161; $16

FRAGRANCED CANDLE & ROOM SPRAY LAURA VANDERLINDE Laura Vanderlinde creates functional objects that are playful, naĂŻve and come with a sense of humour.

AVAILABLE @ CIRCLE CR AFT CHRISTMAS M ARKET VANCOUVER C ONVENTION CENTRE WEST

AVAILABLE @ CHAPTERS ON ROBSON $19.50

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Burrard Street lights up with the St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Lights of Hope fundraiser. This spectacular display blankets Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic hospital with approximately 200 coloured stars, plus strings of lights that, end-to-end, measure 10 kilometres in length!

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The Christmas display at Jubilee Fountain in Lost Lagoon has been an annual tradition since 1936.

A second Stanley Park staple is the Bright Nights Christmas Train, which has been chugging merrily through the woods past millions of twinkling lights since 1980.

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Downtown Vancouver is also easily accessed via bike lanes, with hundreds of bike racks throughout the core. Or, park your bike for free in a downtown parkade. Look for the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Parking Programsâ&#x20AC;? page at easypark.ca.

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The VANCOUVER CHRISTMAS MARKET, at Queen Elizabeth Theatre November 22 to December 24, is an authentic German market boasting food, drink and a wonderful array of gifts. Visit the Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market for carousel rides, edible crafts and photos with Santa. Admission for children six and under is free.

The VANCOUVER LOOKOUT lets kids five years and younger ride the glass elevator nearly 170 metres skyward to experience a 360-degree view of Vancouver that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for free! vancouverlookout.com WOODWARDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WINDOWS come to life during the holidays, decorated with Santa and his elves, teddy bears, toys and much, much more. Watch your childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eyes light up as they peer through the glass â&#x20AC;&#x201C; thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no charge to look! christmas.canadaplace.ca

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The ROGERS SANTA CLAUS PARADE is celebrating its 10th year on December 1, 2013! Head downtown early to get a spot and watch marching bands, dance troupes, festive floats and the big man himself roll by! Bring a non-perishable good and help stock the Greater Vancouver Food Bankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shelves. rogerssantaclausparade.com

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TWOA FASHION JEWELLERY A wide variety of styles and colours.

A RTINAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S JEWELLERY 387 WATER STREET Â&#x161; ARTINAS .COM $75 - $300

JEAN-YVES NANTEL Hand-crafted titanium and sterling-silver bracelets.

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M.I.L.C.K. CLUTCH Star-embossed clutch from ELA Handbags.

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Ongoing Christmas Parties at LIFT Plan your Christmas party at LIFT. Book for cocktails & appies or a full sit-down experience either in our main restaurant or up on our gorgeous enclosed deck with fire pit. Both have the best views in town! For groups of 14 or less, why not take the entire gang out with a Theatre or Game Package? Book soon, many dates are already taken!

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Christmas at Lift Ongoing Dinner & Hockey Game Packages It is game-on with our popular Dinner & Hockey Packages. Enjoy dinner at LIFT and try out our new ride; weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talking 15 seats of Mercedes Benz luxury whisking you to & from Rogers Arena. We can even pick you up at your hotel.

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Dinner & Game Night â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Join us for dinner, the game and a complimentary ride to and from in our luxurious shuttle.

Theatre or Concert Packages - Dinner at LIFT and Mercedes Benz luxury take you to the event and bring you back. We can even pick you up at your hotel.

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Ongoing Five Sails for Celebrations!

Experience fine dining elegance for your intimate social gatherings this season. Sparkling views, AAA 4 Diamond cuisine and service, candlelight and chic, cozy fires provide a warm, luxe ambience . Private luncheons for 35 +, private room (20) and full closures for up to 110 seated, 140 Reception.

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Ongoing Holiday Parties at Doolinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Ongoing Holiday Parties at The Cellar The Cellar - Amidst Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s busy entertainment district The Cellar is a true underground gem.

From casual to classy, The Cellar is a warm and intimate room showcasing an inspired and revolutionary ambiance: the ideal place to take in live music or host your next special event.

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Holiday Parties at the Roxy The Roxy Cabaret - Where life is like a beer commercial!

Our staff wrote the book on partying, and guarantee great service and good times. The Roxy is the ideal location to host special guests and show them firsthand why itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the number one venue in the city for 25 years running!

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Ongoing Holiday Parties at the Wedgewood Nestled in Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most romantic boutique hotel, Bacchus and its Liaisons private salon, complete with beautiful glittering decorations, cosy fireplaces and festive music, offer the perfect venue for your special family gathering or office party. Festive Menus are available.

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Every Sat & Sun, 2 - 4 pm Afternoon Tea at the Wedgewood

Ongoing The Spa at the Wedgewood Located in downtown Vancouver, the Spa at the Wedgewood is a tranquil retreat in the heart of an exciting city. Highly trained aestheticians and therapists and exclusive skincare products of pure organic and botanical ingredients deliver a luxurious and unforgettable experience.

Enjoy a traditional Afternoon High Tea in the award-winning Bacchus Restaurant, surrounded by glittering Christmas decorations, live carollers and warm fireplaces. Indulge in a variety of delicate finger sandwiches, decadent petit fours and freshly baked scones with a selection of loose leaf teas.

845 Hornby Street 604.608.5319 Â&#x161; wedgewoodhotel.com

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December/January Ongoing Xi Shi Lounge Holiday shopping starting to wear you down?

Xi Shi Lounge offers a much needed oasis â&#x20AC;&#x201C; your own Shangri-La â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from the holiday frenzy. From â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Iron Lotus,â&#x20AC;? our homage to classic cocktail culture to our servers in hand tailored, traditional cheongsams â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Xi Shi offers an opportunity to recharge.

Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Hotel This holiday season stay downtown after your holiday party, for a day of shopping or just to relax.

Rates starting from $99. Visit marriott.com/yvrdt and enter promo code â&#x20AC;&#x153;HOLâ&#x20AC;? to book. Subject to availability, valid November 22, 2013 to January 4, 2014.

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December 6 - 23 12 Days of Christmas Lunch Celebrate the Holiday season at the Fish House in Stanley Park! Enjoy a great value 3-course lunch for $29 per person. Available Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday 11:30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm, December 6- 23. Both small and large parties are welcome. Reservations highly recommended.

A festive and fun-filled morning. Enjoy a wondrous array of delectable favourites. Children will be enchanted by a special visit from Santa, the excitement of face-painting and creative balloon artistry, all accompanied by the spirited sounds of the Koko Soul Duo.

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December 12 December 7, 14, 21 Opera Angels Heard on High Embrace the Yultide season with classical style.

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December 24 & 25 December 13, 18 - 20 Winter Solstice Luncheon A time honoured favourite with a West Coast flair!

Celebrate the season with our tantalizing luncheon buffets, featuring pianist Rod Salloum.

Five Sails for Christmas!

Proprietors Chef Ernst Dorfler and his wife, Gerry Sayers, invite you to experience the elegance of sparkling views and warmth of candlelight, cozy fires and live guitar music. Enjoy a 5 course holiday menu created for comfort and joy! Two Seatings of 2 1/2 hrs: December 24 ($105), December 25 ($120).

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December 31 Five Sails Luxe for NY 2013!

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Proprietors Chef Ernst Dorfler and his wife, Gerry Sayers, invite you to experience the ultimate in fine dining elegance. Enjoy the warm ambience of sparkling views, candlelight, cozy fires and live guitar music. 6 Course Tasting Menu ($160) includes glass of champagne or 4 course menu ($110).

The Night before Christmas Experience the magic of the holidays and join us for an unforgettable Christmas Eve at your home away from home. Homemade traditional and creative delights will complete our celebration dinner buffet and Christmas classics by the Koko Soul Trio will make this an evening everyone will enjoy.

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December 31 New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve Ring in 2014 with unsurpassed views, dazzling ambiance and fabulous cuisine. The Pan Pacific Vancouver is the perfect setting to say farewell to 2013 in style. With performances by Burnaby Lyric Opera, followed by the music of Enharmoniq, who will keep you dancing into the New Year.

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December 31 NYE at Showcase Restaurant Celebrate New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in style with a lavish 5-course meal with champagne and caviar to start in our newly renovated restaurant. Experience exceptional service and taste, outstanding quality and innovative presentations created from the freshest ingredients.

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January 1 New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Brunch Welcome in 2014 with syle at the Pan Pacificâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ Pacifica. With panoramic views of the harbour and a succulent array of culinary delights, including our decadent Callebaut Chocolate Fountain, this will be a New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to remember - accompanied by the smooth jazz melodies of the Goby Catt Trio.

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From Christmas cocktails to delectable desserts, dash to your kitchen, don your apron and whip up some of the seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most festive foods!

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INGREDIENTS: 1 ounce

42 Below vodka

½ ounce

Calvados Morin VSOP

½ ounce

Giffard chocolate syrup

Âź ounce

maple syrup

2 ounces 2 tbsp

apple juice cream

1

whole or ground cardamom pod

1

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1 slice

dehydrated apple

1 tsp

sugar

DIRECTIONS: 1. Rim a chilled martini glass with sugar.

2. Stir the vodka, Calvados, apple juice, chocolate syrup and maple syrup in a Boston glass with ice for one minute.

3. Whip the fresh cream with a pinch of the ground or whole cardamom in a cocktail shaker.

4. Single strain the contents of the Boston glass into the martini glass, float cream on top and garnish with dehydrated apple.

5. Cut date into small pieces and candy in sugar. Place on top of dehydrated apple.

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INGREDIENTS: 1 ounce ½ ounce ½ ounce

Stolichnaya vanilla vodka Kahlua peppermint mocha crème de cacao

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cream Oreo cookie, crushed Sugar, for garnish Chocolate sauce, for drizzle Mint leaf, for garnish

2. Drizzle chocolate sauce in cold martini glass. Combine ingredients over ice, shake and strain.

3. Garnish with mint leaf.

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INGREDIENTS: ž ounces 3 ounces 1 bar spoon 2 dashes

Four Roses yellow-label bourbon Phillips Longboat chocolate porter cherry Heering Bittered Sling Denman bitters Brandied cherries for garnish

DIRECTIONS: In a mixing glass, add bourbon, porter, cherry Heering and bitters.

Add ice. Stir clockwise with a bar spoon for 10 seconds and strain into a chilled 4-ounce coupe glass.

Garnish with two brandied cherries.

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INGREDIENTS: large scallops

SQUASH: whole spaghetti squash maple syrup tarragon, chopped butter

bacon, diced apples, peeled and diced fennel, diced shallots, diced garlic, minced calvados or brandy apple juice

1. Squash: Halve squash lengthwise, remove guts and reserve seeds for toasting (toss seeds with some canola oil and pinch of salt; place on baking sheet and toast 10-15 min at 350 F until golden). Cover bottom of roasting pan with water.

Place squash flesh down in pan and put in 350 F oven for 45-60 min until tender. Remove skin with fork â&#x20AC;&#x201C; squash should resemble spaghetti.

Before plating, heat 1 tbsp butter and maple syrup in pan until frothy; add squash, tarragon and a pinch of salt, and sautĂŠ until warm throughout.

2. Compote: Render bacon in canola oil and butter in a small pot until crispy.

Âź cup Âź cup 1 tsp 1 tsp 2 tbsp 1 tbsp salt

maple syrup brown sugar lemon juice fresh thyme butter canola oil to taste

Separate oil from bacon; reserve oil. Add shallots and garlic to the pot; sweat until translucent. Deglaze pot with calvados/ brandy. Add remaining ingredients and cook on low heat for 20 min until almost dry and syrup-like.

3. Scallops: Place scallops on paper towel to absorb excess water; season with salt. Add reserved bacon oil to a pan on medium-high heat; when pan is hot, sear scallops on each side until caramelized and cooked between rare to medium rare.

4. Serve: Form bed of squash on plate; top with seared scallops and compote. Garnish with squash seeds. Serves four.

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INGREDIENTS: 60 g 2 3g 2g 1g

1½ tsp 3

sushi-grade salmon, small dice Island Creek Oysters, cut into Ÿ-inch pieces with their juice (roughly 22 grams) mustard oil microplaned horseradish fleur de sel Lemon zest, microplaned Black pepper, freshly milled chives, minced black bread planks, 1/3-inch thick, 2½-inches long and 1-inch wide

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assorted spring carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces butter honey lime zest, microplaned water carrot juice fresh orange juice salt Thai chili, minced

670 g 2,110 g 30 g 60 g

peeled carrots, sliced very thin water salt, plus 4 grams reserved sugar

SOY MISO: 200 g 90 g 220 g 1g 10 g

soy sauce fresh lime juice miso mustard guar lime zest, microplaned

MISO MUSTARD BUTTER: MISO MUSTARD: 60 g 50 g 60 g 1g 180 g 10 g

fresh lemon juice Colmans mustard powder fresh clementine juice sweet paprika white miso kecap manis

1 part 2 parts

butter soy-miso mustard

BEEF TENDERLOIN: 8 oz 1 1

tenderloin portions Salt and black pepper to taste garlic clove sprig of thyme

GARNISH: ROASTED CARROTS: 5

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1. Glazed carrots: Combine all ingredients, cover and cook on very low heat until tender and glazed. Remove from heat; cool in juices. Reheat as needed in a small pan with some of the braising liquid until hot, nicely glazed and shiny.

2. Roasted carrots: Heat olive oil until smoking hot; add carrots, season gently with salt and cook until deeply caramelized.

3. Carrot puree: Combine all ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil; cook on high until carrots are very tender. Strain through a chinois; purĂŠe until smooth. Season with reserved salt.

4. Miso mustard: Combine lemon juice and mustard powder; cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Combine all and purĂŠe until smooth.

5. Soy miso: Combine all ingredients and homogenize.

6. Miso mustard butter: Heat butter until foamy; remove from heat, add soy miso and whisk to emulsify.

7. Serve: Season meat with salt and pepper; cook in hot pan until caramelized. When almost to tempera-

ture, add smashed garlic clove and thyme sprig; baste briefly to flavour meat.

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INGREDIENTS: salt garlic thyme

1 1 2 1 sprig 6 100 ml 200 ml 1 large 100 g

whole Brome Lake duck Granny Smith apple, peeled and grated shallots thyme juniper berries red wine duck or chicken stock Kennebec potato duck fat

1 clove 1 30 g 150 ml 100 g 1 pint 100 g 8

garlic small celery root, peeled and finely diced unsalted butter milk golden chanterelles or other seasonal mushroom fresh blackberries Russian kale green onions

DIRECTIONS: 1. Remove legs and breast from duck.

Lightly score skin. Marinade legs with salt, garlic clove and thyme for 4 hours.

Wash legs, pat dry, place in ovenproof dish, cover with foil and bake for 3-4 hours at 275 F until fork tender. Cool, remove thigh bone and reserve until required.

2. Warm 30 g butter in heavy-bottom pan; add celery root and pinch of salt. Sweat until tender (use a tight-fitting lid).

Add milk; simmer for 10 min. PurĂŠe in food processor until smooth. Pass purĂŠe through fine sieve, season to taste and reserve until required.

5. Shape potato into cylinders. Slowly roast in 350 F oven with duck fat, thyme and garlic clove. Season to taste.

Turn occasionally until golden on both sides.

6. When ready to serve, pre-heat heavybottom pan over medium to low heat.

Season duck breast; place skin down in pan for 7-9 min until skin is golden and crisp. Periodically baste breast with fat

renderings. Flip to flesh side and turn heat off. The latent heat in the pan will continue to cook the duck breast to a medium temperature.

7. Wash and pick Russian kale. SautÊ until tender with ½ tsp duck fat, salt and pepper. SautÊ golden chanterelles separately, season with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Warm up celery root purÊe.

Cook green onions in boiling salted water until tender.

8. Reheat duck sauce by bringing to a quick boil. Drop fresh blackberries into the hot sauce. Bake duck legs for 10-12 min at 375 F; slice each duck breast into three pieces. Dress and present dish similar to photograph.

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150 g 75 g Âź tsp 1 1 pinch 1 pinch 150 g 150 g 125 g

cold butter, cubed icing sugar (includes sugar for dusting) pure vanilla extract egg salt cardamom all-purpose flour (includes flour for rolling dough) fine-ground almonds red-currant jelly or apricot jam

DIRECTIONS: 1. Blend butter, icing sugar, vanilla, egg, salt and cardamom.

2. Add in flour and ground almonds and work into the dough until semi-hard (do not work too much).

3. Form dough into a ball and refrigerate overnight.

4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface until approximately 1/8 of an inch thick.

5. Use a flower-shaped cookie cutter, two inches in diameter, to cut out 20 cookies. Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6. Cut 20 more cookies, this time cutting an additional small â&#x20AC;&#x153;eyeâ&#x20AC;? from the centre of each cookie for the top. Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

7. Chill cookies in fridge again for 10 minutes.

8. Pre-heat oven to 150 C (300 Fahrenheit) and bake until very lightly golden on the edges (between 10 and 15 minutes).

Careful â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the cookies will brown quickly!

9. Cool cookies before piping the jelly on the full cookie bottom.

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CRUNCH BASE:

PASSION FRUIT MANGO JELLY:

500 ml

whipped cream

15 g

cocoa butter

10 ml

160 g

white chocolate

45 g

white chocolate, shredded

70 ml

orange juice

15 g

apricot glaze

3

egg yolks

50 ml

Grand Marnier

15 g

roasted coconut

25 ml

water

38 g

Feuilletine wafers, in pieces

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gelatin leaves

25 g

caramel sauce

100 ml

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sugar Cointreau gelatin leaves mandarin compound

whipping cream

DIRECTIONS: 1. Crunch base: Mix all ingredients, spread over bottom of cake pan and set aside.

2. White chocolate mousse cake: Put white chocolate in oven to caramelize and melt. Transfer to mixer with 100 ml un-whipped whipping cream. Add remainder of ingredients and mix at medium speed until smooth and creamy. Pour over crunch base and place in fridge to set.

3. Passion fruit orange jelly: Combine ingredients over low heat until slightly thick, with creamy consistency. Cool to room temperature. Pour over cake and let set in fridge. Decorate with holly leaves or as desired. Serves 8-12.

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1 tbsp

white vinegar

½ cup

all-purpose flour

1 tbsp

dark rum

1 tbsp

1½ cups

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brown sugar butter, melted

1 cup 2 cups

DIRECTIONS: 1. Squares: Beat butter with icing sugar; mix in flour until small crumbs form. Press into 9â&#x20AC;? square pan lined with parchment paper; bake at 350 F until light golden and starting to pull away from sides, about 12-15 min.

2. Topping: Whisk together brown sugar, butter, eggs, vinegar, rum and vanilla; stir in raisins. Pour over baked crust. (Can add 2 cups pecan halves now, if desired.) Bake at 350 F for 35 min or until light golden and crust has formed but centre jiggles. Cool in pan on rack. Cut into squares.

3. Sauce: Heat butter in small pot on medium heat until it starts to bubble. Add rum, brown sugar and vanilla and bring heat to low; add golden syrup, simmer for 5 min and cool. When ready to serve, drizzle sauce over squares as desired. Makes 36 squares.

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Evenly press dough on bottom and sides of 8â&#x20AC;? fluted tart pan; chill for 20 min in fridge. Line inside of crust with parchment paper and weigh down with pie weights (try dry beans or dry rice). Bake for 20 min until crust is still pale (take out if starts to brown); cool.

Faith Magallenes 2. Filling: Preheat oven to 375 F. Combine sugars, Bluebird Cakery cream, vanilla, salt and corn syrup in large saucepan over medium heat. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil; heat until mixture thickens and caramelizes.

Remove pan from heat and stir in hazelnuts. Pour filling in cool crust; let cool again before baking for 20 min or until filling is bubbling and light brown.

Let cool completely before adding ganache.

3. Ganache: Melt chocolate in bowl over pot of simmering hot water. Stir until completely smooth and silky. In another pot, heat cream to just before boiling. Take cream off heat, add to melted chocolate and stir until completely combined, glossy and silky. Use an offset spatula to evenly spread ganache on top of tart. Sprinkle crushed, toasted hazelnuts on top and chill in fridge until ganache has set.

SHORTBREAD CRUST: 1 cup

all-purpose flour

Âź cup

sugar

½ tsp

salt

2/ 3

cup

unsalted butter

FILLING: 1 cup 1 cup 1/ 3

cup

1 tsp 1 tbsp

heavy cream sugar brown sugar, firmly packed vanilla extract corn syrup

½ tsp

salt

½ cup

hazelnuts, chopped

DARK-CHOCOLATE GANACHE: 5Âź oz 1/ 3

cup

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½ cup

unsalted butter

baking soda

1 cup

brown sugar

½ cup

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 tsp

vanilla bean paste

unsulphured molasses

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

Âź tsp

salt

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

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1 tsp ground

ginger

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cloves

½ tsp

vanilla extract

½ cup

granulated sugar

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DIRECTIONS: 1. Sift flour, baking soda, salt and spices in bowl. Beat butter and brown sugar in stand mixer until light and fluffy, 3-5 min. Add oil, molasses, egg and vanilla; beat to incorporate. Add dry mixture and mix until fully incorporated. Cover and chill for 2 hours or overnight.

2. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; put granulated sugar in small bowl. Form even cookie-dough balls with ice-cream scoop. Roll each ball in sugar and place 2â&#x20AC;? apart on cookie sheet. Lightly press each cookie with palm. Bake for 8-10 min, until cookies look slightly underdone. Let cool on pan for 20 min; transfer to rack to finish cooling.

3. Frosting: Whip all ingredients in stand mixer until light and fluffy, scraping down sides of bowl several times while mixing. Spoon filing into piping bag; flip half of cooled cookies upside down. Pipe about 2 tbsp filling on centre of each upside-down cookie and press another cookie on top of filling, right side up, to make sandwich. Store in airtight container in the fridge.

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the nose, followed by a racy palate with soft tannins and a wild-berry flavours. Nicely balanced with a touch of oak and a long finish. Enjoy it with Alpindon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a mountainstyle cheese made with organic raw milk that hails from the Kootenay Alpine Cheese Company in the mountains near Lister.

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ArtStarts on Saturdays

Behind the Scenes at Rogers Arena

Arts-based activities & workshops for kids & families on Saturdays. These events feature 45-minute, multidisciplinary, culturally diverse workshops with some of the best childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s artists. Admission is FREE, no registration necessary. Recommended for ages 5 & up, but all are welcome! â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11am and 1pm

Get an up-close look at the heart of entertainment in our city - the place where dreams are made. Tours are offered Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays beginning at 10:30 am, 12 noon & 1:30 pm & last for approximately one hour & fifteen minutes. No reservations required for small groups of individuals.

808 Richards 604.336.0626 Â&#x161; artstarts.com

Gate 6, Abbott at Pacific Blvd 604.899.7440 Â&#x161; rogersarena.com

Until December 1

Bill Reid Gallery

Relatively Speaking

View Bill Reidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stunning gold and silver jewelry, monumental sculptures in bronze and stone, and a towering totem pole. The Gallery Gift Shop supports contemporary Northwest Coast artists through the sale of their original works and prints, distinctive jewelry, accessories, books, cards and more.

Alan Ayckbournâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic farce performed by Vancouverbased veteran actors, skillfully weaves a tangle of love, mischief and mistaken identities. Directed by the awardwinning Anthony F. Ingram. Starring Jessie Richardson 2013 Award-winners Anna Hagan and Terence Kelly with Stacie Steadman and Jay Hindle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tue-Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm

639 Hornby at Georgia 604.682.3455 Â&#x161; billreidgallery.ca

PAL Theatre, 581 Cardero 1.800.838.3006 Â&#x161; westerngoldtheatre.org

Ongoing

November 1 - 3

KIMSOOJA Unfolding

Vancouver Opera: Tosca

This is the first retrospective exhibition to assess the thirty-year career of Korean born, New York and Paris based artist, Kimsooja. The exhibition highlights works that address notions of time, memory and displacement and the relationship between the human body and the material world.

Set in a time of political & religious upheaval, Giacomo Pucciniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s masterful drama paints three unforgettable portraits: the fiery, pure-hearted Tosca; the passionate political idealist Mario; and the deeply depraved Scarpia.

Pucciniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s score is filled with melody & tension â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm & 7:30pm

Vancouver Art Gallery, 750 Hornby 604.662.4719 Â&#x161; vanartgallery.bc.ca

Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Hamilton at Georgia 604.683.0222 Â&#x161; vancouveropera.ca

Ongoing

November 1 - 30

Sins of the City

Needles and Thread

The Vancouver Police Museum hosts a walking tour through Chinatown and Gastown on the lookout for brothels, bootlegging joints, gambling houses and opium dens. Twice weekly, Wednesdays 4pm-6pm and Saturdays 11am-1pm. Includes a visit to the Police Museum on the day of the tour. 18+ only.

For the first time ever, an exhibition of not only changes in fashion during the past century, but the constant presence of one of the oldest existing family businesses in Chinatown is made accessible for public viewing.

Come experience a century of fashion and expertise from Modernize Tailors.

240 East Cordova 604.665.3364 Â&#x161; vancouverpolicemuseum.ca

578 Carrall at Keefer 604.662.3207 Â&#x161; vancouverchinesegarden.com

Ongoing

November 2

Sound Play

Martha sings Piaf

When is a bike also a musical instrument? What sound does a Qarkabeb make? How can you make sound visible? An exhibition of sound making, acoustics and composition featuring creativity by elementary and high school students from across BC, in collaboration with professional artists and educators.

Martha Wainwright first discovered the star-crossed French singing icon Piaf in her parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; record collection as a child growing up in Montreal. Martha stays mostly with Piaf B-sides, steering clear of La Vie En Rose or Je Ne Regrette Rien. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a reinterpretation, not a tribute act â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

ArtStarts, 808 Richards 604.336.0626 Â&#x161; artstarts.com

Fei & Milton Wong Theatre, 149 W Hastings 778.782.3363 Â&#x161; lecentreculturel.com

Ongoing

November 2 - 4

Victorian Era Tour & Tea Treat

A Scottish Fantasy

Every Sunday, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Roedde House, a fully-restored Victorian home & the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only heritage house museum, hosts a tour & tea special where guests are invited to come to the house for a guided tour and then enjoy tea and cookies in the parlour for a relaxing and festive afternoon.

Travel to Scotland with sublime Scottish violinist, Nicola Benedetti, and the music of three great composers. Ms. Benedetti has been praised worldwide by critics and audiences alike, and her extraordinary playing will take you away on the wings of a Scottish Fantasy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm & 8pm

Roedde House, 1415 Barclay 604.684.7040 Â&#x161; roeddehouse.org

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

Until November 10

November 5

Flamenco Festival

Jonas Brothers Live!

Flamenco Rosarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Artistic Director, Rosario Ancer, and Musical Director, Victor Kolstee, announce that Spainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renowned, award-winning performer Olga Pericet will dance along with national and local artists. Performing in a range of styles from traditional to contemporary, solo and ensemble works.

An electrifying combination of pop, rock, classic R&B, techno and dance genres. One of the most popular teenaged groups of the 2000s, the Jonas Brothersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; re-emergence in 2012 at New York Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Radio City Music Hall and Pantages in Los Angeles saw tickets sold out in minutes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm

Various Downtown locations 604.568.1273 Â&#x161; vancouverflamencofestival.org

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smith 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; jonasbrothers.com

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November 8 & 9

Vienna Piano Trio

The Cocktail Hour

The Friends of Chamber Music present the Vienna Piano Trio performing Mozart, Beethoven & Schubert. A regular performer at major festivals including Aix en Provence, Salzburg Mozart Woche and Bonn Beethovenfest.

Wigmore Hall, London made them Resident Artists for the 2011-2012 season â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cocktail Hour at the Symphony! Music from the Mad Men era and the cocktail culture is in full swing with conductor Steven Reineke, vocals of Nikki RenĂŠe Daniels and Ryan Silverman. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll hear everything from Duke Ellington, Henry Mancini and Irving Berlin to Burt Bacharach and Amy Winehouse â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Georgia 604.437.5747 Â&#x161; friendsofchambermusic.ca

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

November 5 - 10

November 8 & 9

The Wizard of Oz

DanceHouse: 7th Sense

Andrew Lloyd Webberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new production is an enchanting adaptation of this all-time classical musical, starring the winner of CBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reality show Over the Rainbow, Danielle Wade, as Dorothy. The production will feature the same creative team as the London West End and Toronto shows â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

7th Sense is an exploration of how we wield control and succumb to it. Inspired by the dichotomy that informs improvisation, uninhibited abandon and controlled precision, choreographer Wen Wei Wangâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work is rich with complex and insightful explorations of the human condition â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Hamilton at Dunsmuir 1.855.985.2787 Â&#x161; broadwayacrosscanada.ca

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Dunsmuir 604.801.6225 Â&#x161; dancehouse.ca

November 6

November 10

Emmylou Harris

Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Koncerts

Celebrated as a discoverer & interpreter of other artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; songs, 12-time Grammy Award winner Harris has, in the last decade, gained admiration as much for her eloquently straightforward songwriting as for her incomparably expressive singing. On stage with Rodney Crowell & Richard Thompson â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

Corky is in trouble. She has a school project about classical music, but doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know anything about it!

Then, she accidentally combines the ingredients of a magical, musical spell and finds herself on an adventure with some world famous composers. One of Platypus Theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best loved childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shows â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

November 6

November 12

An Evening with Joe Sacco

Lamb of God & Killswitch Engage

Joe Saccoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comics are entirely unique in the field.

No one else writes and draws international political reportage in a comic book format. His books are amazing glimpses into the complex issues of global politics that never lose sight of the everyday people who live in states of war â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm

Longtime friends Lamb of God and Killswitch Engage have joined forces for what will undoubtedly be one of the essential â&#x20AC;&#x153;canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t missâ&#x20AC;? tours of the fall of 2013.

Support will be provided by thrash legends Testament, with Huntress opening all shows â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm

Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, Abbott at W Hastings 778.782.9149 Â&#x161; sfuwoodwards.ca

Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Hamlton at Georgia 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

November 7

Nov 12 - Dec 17, Tuesdays

Tea & Trumpets

Lego Block Party

Tea & Trumpets presents Festivals & Marches! Thrilling, exciting, beautiful, stirring, emotional â&#x20AC;&#x201C; marches can be all of this and more. Experience the famous Marches of Strauss, Sousa, Lehar, Schubert, Dvorak, Coates, and, of course, Elgar. Gordon Gerrard conducts with host Christopher Gaze â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm

Interactivity, imagination and family fun! Come build some Lego creations and make friends with the next generation of engineers. Lego provided. Ages 5 and up.

Check-out the website below for a full event calendar of adult and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programming at the Central Library during the festive season.

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

350 Georgia at Homer 604.331.3603 Â&#x161; vpl.vancouver.bc.ca

November 7 - 11

November 13

Circle Craft Christmas Market

Mac Miller

The Market attracts some 40,000 people eager to discover the creations of Canadian artisans, juryselected & based on talent & diversity. This year, at the 40th Market, hundreds of artisans will present their wares. Visitors will also find fashion shows, food booths, dance performances & craft demos.

In a blossoming hip-hop hotbed of talent, Malcolm â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mac Millerâ&#x20AC;? McCormick is an American rapper who has arrived as the latest superstar out of Pittsburgh, PA. The Washington Post said â&#x20AC;&#x153;Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skillful rhymes, humorous themes and upbeat demeanor are catching the nation by storm.â&#x20AC;? 19+ â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Vancouver Convention Centre West, 1055 Canada Pl 604.801.5220 Â&#x161; circlecraft.net/christmas-market

Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

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November 16

Sam Sullivanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Public Salon

Bronfman plays Beethoven

The 14th Public Salon presented by the Global Civic Policy Society. Short presentations by Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaders and thinkers on ideas they think you should know about. Hosted by former Vancouver Mayor Sam Sullivan â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Pre-Salon dinner starts at 6:00pm and Salon runs from 7:30pm until 9:00pm.

Yefim Bronfman, one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest pianists,

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Dunsmuir 604.684.2787 Â&#x161; ticketstonight.ca Â&#x161; globalcivic.org

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

November 14 - 16

November 16

Ballet BC Presents: Fumbling Towards Ecstasy

Gramatik: Age of Reason

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by Alberta Ballet, featuring the music of Canadian singersongwriter Sarah McLachlan. Tracing the deeply spiritual odyssey of a womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life from first romantic encounter to mature love. Choreography: Jean Grand-MaĂŽtre.

Music: Sarah McLachlan â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

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performs all five of Beethovenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great Piano Concertos in The Beethoven Cycle. Maestro Bramwell Tovey conducts the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Combining the vibes of raw 50s and 60s blues, the result is a signature Gramatik genre clash. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a dynamic mixture of blues & dubstep, a plethora of screaming guitar, howling vocals and big bass, capturing the raw energies of both music worlds in a cohesive, yet outrageous picture. 18+ â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9pm

Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Hamilton at Georgia 1.855.985.2787 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

November 14 - 16

November 17

SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody

Kuok-Wai Lio Recital

A hilarious new comedy that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life. Your inner goddess will be laughing out loud with this clever re-imagining of the characters. Hysterical comedy, musical numbers and steamy performances from the leading hunk in the grey tie â&#x20AC;&#x201C; doors open at 6:30pm

A young and rare talent from Macau, pianist KuokWai Lio performs works by JanĂĄcek, Schumman and Schubert in this afternoon concert. A serious artist of depth and dedication who plays with a delicacy of touch and crystalline clarity of expression â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3pm

Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville 604.569.1144 Â&#x161; spankshow.com

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Dunsmuir 604.602.0363 Â&#x161; vanrecital.com

November 15

November 18

Poetry Readings

Mozart, Brahms & Beethoven

Acclaimed BC poets Elizabeth Bachinsky, Marita Dachsel, Amber Dawn and Jennica Harper will read from their most recent books & engage in a discussion about the nature of truth in poetry, mining biography & autobiography in their works and whether or not it is possible to be too true. FREE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

Yefim Bronfman, one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest pianists, performs Mozartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Magic Flute: Overture, Brahmsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Symphony No. 3 in F Major and Beethovenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor. Maestro Bramwell Tovey conducts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, Abbott at W Hastings 778.782.9149 Â&#x161; sfuwoodwards.ca

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

November 15

November 19

Tiny Tots: Beethovenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Birthday

Balkan Beat Box

Let Your Music Shine! with Lisa & Linda. Open

Balkan Beat Box is an American-Israeli musical group playing Mediterranean influenced music that incorporates traditions from Eastern Europe, including Gypsy Punk, the Middle East and New York electronica.

Once dubbed â&#x20AC;&#x153;a global peace-keeping mission you can dance toâ&#x20AC;? by Spin Magazine. 19+ â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm

musical gifts and join in this jolly birthday celebration, featuring the music of Beethoven. Bring your favorite teddy bear! â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10am & 11:30am

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Dunsmuir 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

November 15 - December 24

November 19

Christmas Market at Urban Fare

James Blake

Every year, gourmet grocer Urban Fare transforms its 4 Downtown stores into Winter Wonderland, complete with decorated trees, lights and Christmas carolers.

Come check out the massive selection of traditional holiday treats from around the world. From marzipan to panettone, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got it all.

Popular recording artist, singer-songwriter, electronic music producer James Blake, from London, England, will perform in Vancouver for one night only, on his world tour to support his latest release Overgrown with yet to be announced Special Guests â&#x20AC;&#x201C; doors open at 8pm

4 Locations Downtown 604.975.7556 Â&#x161; urbanfare.com

Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville 604.569.1144 Â&#x161; jamesblakemusic.com

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November 22

Jean-Efflam Bavouzet

Just For Laughs Comedy

Multi award-winning French pianist Jean-Efflam Bavouzet regularly works with conductors such as Pierre Boulez and Vladimir Ashkenazy. Bavouzet was invited by conductor Georg Solti to debut with the Orchestre de Paris and is considered Soltiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last major discovery â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no room for rookies in this line-up: our â&#x20AC;&#x153;Comedy Rat Packâ&#x20AC;? boasts nothing but hot headliners. The stellar line-up includes Tom Papa, Alonzo Bodden, Orny Adams, Darrin Rose and Ben Seidman. Get out your suit and tie; the Rat Pack is about to pull off the comedic heist of all time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm & 9:30pm

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Dunsmuir 604.684.2787 Â&#x161; chopinsociety.org

Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville 1.855.551.9747 Â&#x161; comedytour.hahaha.com

November 20

November 22 & 23

St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Lights of Hope

Snow Queen

Watch the St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital streetfront come alive with dazzling lights and fireworks at dusk on Wednesday, November 20th. This is the 16th anniversary for Lights of Hope, St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fundraising campaign for greatest needs. To date, Lights of Hope has raised more than $16 million.

Karen Flamencoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presentation of Snow Queen takes the intoxicating flamenco rhythms of vibrant southern Spain and sets them against a land of ice and frost. Karen Flamenco is an acclaimed and unique dance company known for its collaborative and interactive flamenco performances â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3pm & 7pm

1081 Burrard at Helmcken 604.682.8206 Â&#x161; helpstpauls.com

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Dunsmuir 604.721.4869 Â&#x161; karenflamenco.com

November 20 - 23

November 22 - December 5

Dance in Vancouver Biennial

European Union Film Festival

Dance In Vancouver celebrates the energy and originality of our contemporary dance scene. Join us for four days of performances, showcasing some of British Columbiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most exciting companies & choreographers including Wen Wei Wang, Sarah Chase, Ziyian Kwan and James Gnam â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm & 9pm

The Cinemathequeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual showcase of acclaimed new

Scotiabank Dance Centre, Davie at Granville 604.684.2787 Â&#x161; thedancecentre.ca

The Cinematheque, 1131 Howe 604.688.8202 Â&#x161; eufilmfestival.com

November 21

November 22 - December 24

Nine Inch Nails

Vancouver Christmas Market

Nine Inch Nails is an American industrial and alternative rock band, founded by Trent Reznor in Cleveland, Ohio.

Armed with a state-of-the-art light show and an arsenal of tracks both classic and new, Nine Inch Nails dazzles the crowd â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

This authentic German Christmas Market creates the perfect atmosphere to mix and mingle with friends and family, strolling through romantic rows of little wooden huts decorated with pine branches. In each hut discover terrific food & drink and a wonderful array of Christmas treasures â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11am to 9pm daily

Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

Plaza at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre 604.561.7597 Â&#x161; vancouverchristmasmarket.com

November 21 & 24

November 23

VSO Chamber Players

Barney Bentall & The Grand Cariboo Opry

Extraordinary musicians of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra step off the Orpheum stage and into the intimate, state-of-the-art setting of Pyatt Hall at the VSO School of Music, to perform chamber music from Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm & 7:30pm

The Grand Cariboo Opry is a highly entertaining show, hosted by Canadian music icon Barney Bentall, who blends humourous and sentimental monologues with a heartfelt set of roots and folk favourites. In support of the Potluck CafĂŠ Society and their work in Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Downtown Eastside â&#x20AC;&#x201C; doors open at 6:30pm

Pyatt Hall, 843 Seymour 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville 1.855.551.9747 Â&#x161; northerntickets.com

November 22

November 23

Climate Wars: Gwynne Dyer

Music from the Films of Tim Burton

Drawing on interviews with scientists, policy-makers and military strategists in a dozen different countries, Climate Wars explores the grave geopolitical implications of large-scale climate change.

Governments are starting to make some calculations that they prefer not to discuss â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm

The Canadian Premiere of this exciting and original show that features Danny Elfmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous film scores performed live by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra!

Featuring visuals on the big screen of Tim Burtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original film sketches and drawings from story boards.

Batman, Edward Scissorhands and more â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, Abbott at W Hastings 778.782.9149 Â&#x161; sfuwoodwards.ca

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

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November 28 - January 22

The Peak of Christmas

Luminescence

Celebrate the magic of the season with the annual Grouse Mountain Peak of Christmas celebration. Bring your family to Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workshop and meet reindeer, take a sleigh-ride through alpine forest and experience the tranquil beauty of skating on the 8,000 sq ft mountaintop Ice Skating Pond.

This holiday season, the Vancouver Aquarium presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Luminescenceâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a celebration of aquatic light.

Discover the fascinating ways in which animals create and reflect light through unique exhibits and shows â&#x20AC;&#x201C; open daily from 9:30am to 5pm.

Grouse Mountain Â&#x161; 604.980.9311 grousemountain.com/christmas

Vancouver Aquarium, 845 Avison Way, Stanley Park 604.659.3400 Â&#x161; vanaqua.org

November 24

November 29

John Legend

Shad

American singer/songwriter and actor, John Legend brings his Made to Love tour to Vancouver. A nine-time Grammy Award winning recording artist, criticallyacclaimed concert performer & philanthropist/social activist, Legend was named one of Time magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100 most influential people â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

Shad is a critically-acclaimed MC, regarded for his humour, honesty and intelligence. His fan base graciously received his first two albums and his third LP, TSOL, continued to pique new levels of international interest.

Shad is touring in support of his new record â&#x20AC;&#x201C; doors open at 8pm, show at 9pm

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville 604.569.1144 Â&#x161; shadk.com

November 28

November 30

Discover Dance: Project Soul

BeyoncĂŠ

Project Soul is a high-impact crew working at the forefront of Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s urban dance scene, with a reputation for bringing street dance in its rawest form to audiences of all ages. An exciting presentation of hip-hop, popping, locking, breakdancing, waacking and more â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 noon

Supernova BeyoncĂŠ has attracted comparisons to entertainers Tina Turner, Prince and Michael Jackson for her dynamic, highly-choreographed performances.

BeyoncĂŠ is Included in Time magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2013 list of the 100 most influential people in the world â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Scotiabank Dance Centre, Davie at Granville 604.684.2787 Â&#x161; thedancecentre.ca

Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

November 28

November 30

Matthew Good

Don Quixote!

One of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most relevant and recognizable recording artists, Matthew Good continually maps new musical landscapes, as demonstrated by â&#x20AC;&#x153;Had It Comingâ&#x20AC;?, the powerful and inimitable first single from his new album Arrows of Desire. With guest Gentlemen Husbands â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

British cellist Raphael Wallfisch performs Richard Straussâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extraordinary work for cello and orchestra, Don Quixote. This piece is based on the novel, Don Quixote de la Mancha by Miguel Cervantes, and tells the famous story of the windmill-tilter and his faithful sidekick, Sancho Panza â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

November 28 - December 28

November 30, December 5, 7 & 8

Gingerbread Lane

Vancouver Opera: Albert Herring

A feast for the eyes and spicy aroma that says Christmas! Culinary students, secondary school students and culinary enthusiasts submit their creativity for the best designed and decorated house on the block. Judged by celebrity foodies and top chefs from the city. Cast your ballot for your favourite gingerbread house.

This brilliant comedy by Benjamin Britten is a fastpaced, witty and devastatingly satirical portrayal of the quaint characters of a closed-in community. Britten uses his prodigious powers of melodic invention and parody to explore societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attitudes toward an odd but innocent individual â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm & 7:30pm

Hyatt Regency Vancouver, 655 Burrard Street 604.683.1234 Â&#x161; hyatt.com

Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Hamilton at Georgia 604.683.0222 Â&#x161; vancouveropera.ca

November 28 - January 6

December TBA

Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas

Skating at Robson Square

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this holiday favourite, Ice Age: A Mammoth

There is nothing quite like strolling through downtown Vancouver and seeing skaters at Robson Square.

Whether lacing up your skates (bring your own or rent them) or just watching people skate under the domes, the Robson Square Ice Rink is the perfect winter activity for everyone! Check website for start date.

Christmas 4-D, at the Vancouver Aquarium. Experience a cinematic voyage that thrills the senses with special effects such as wind, mist, scents and dramatic lighting!

Vancouver Aquarium, 845 Avison Way, Stanley Park 604.659.3400 Â&#x161; vanaqua.org

800 Robson at Howe 604.646.3554 Â&#x161; robsonsquare.com

West End Seniors Network Fundraiser

Lessons and Carols for Advent

Keep an eye out for the West End Seniors Network annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seniors In Need Fundraiserâ&#x20AC;?. For information, call 604.669.7339 or follow Denman Place Mall on Twitter @denmanplacemall

As the beautiful sanctuary of Christ Church Cathedral is gradually transformed from darkness to light, the Cathedral Choir processes through the church singing music that foretells the birth of the light of the world.

Free will offering. See our website for more information.

Kayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place Denman Place Mall, 1030 Denman

Christ Church Cathedral, 690 Burrard at Georgia 604.682.3848 Â&#x161; cathedral.vancouver.bc.ca

December weekends & 24 - 25

December 1

Scuba Claus

Rogers Santa Claus Parade

The holiday season at the Vancouver Aquarium means Scuba Claus will skip the chimney and make a splash instead. He dives with halibut, herring, rockfish and sturgeon. Scuba Claus kicks off lots of holiday activities, winter crafts and holiday programming. The Vancouver Aquarium is open December 25, 31 & January 1.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parade of more than 3,500 participants, features 65 marching bands, dancers, choirs, festive floats & community groups. The festivities begin at 10:30am with family entertainment at the Coast Capital Savings Christmas Square in front of the VAG. Parade starts at 1pm from Georgia & Broughton.

Vancouver Aquarium, 845 Avison Way, Stanley Park 604.659.3400 Â&#x161; vanaqua.org

Downtown Vancouver rogerssantaclausparade.com

December 1

December 1

Christmas with the Bach Choir

TakĂĄcs Quartet

Spend an uplifting afternoon at this beloved annual concert from the Vancouver Bach Choir â&#x20AC;&#x153;Family of Choirsâ&#x20AC;?, immersed in the sound of 400 soaring voices performing timeless Christmas carols and newer seasonal works, accompanied by a brass quintet and the Orpheumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legendary Wurlitzer organ â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm

A constant favourite, the TakĂĄcs always play with a unique blend of drama, warmth and humour. The musicians combine four distinct personalities, bringing fresh insights to the quartet literature and â&#x20AC;&#x153;they make you believe that there is no other way the music should goâ&#x20AC;? (Gramophone) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3pm

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.696.4290 Â&#x161; vancouverbachchoir.com

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Georgia 604.437.5747 Â&#x161; friendsofchambermusic.ca

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Carol Ships Parade of Lights

12 Days of Robson Street

Carol Ships â&#x20AC;&#x153;Parade of Lightsâ&#x20AC;? Society began over 50 years ago with one boat decorated with Christmas lights in Coal Harbour. On peak evenings, this holiday tradition has grown to more than 50 decorated boats, with in excess of 100,000 lights and carries over 30,000 people during this celebrated festival.

The Robson Street Business Association is offering a Holiday Giveaway for shopping on the best street in the city. They are giving away $100 gift cards each day via social media to various stores on Robson, as well as one grand prize of $500. Keep a festive eye on the website and social media sites.

Various pick-up locations 604.878.8999 Â&#x161; carolships.org

Various locations on Robson 604.669.8132 Â&#x161; robsonstreet.ca

December 1 - 31

December 5 - January 5

Christmas at Canada Place

Bright Nights in Stanley Park

Celebrate the holiday season with Canada Place and Port Metro Vancouver. Skate on the covered rink or ride the Christmas train. Wander through the avenue of trees and the historic Woodwardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Windows displays.

And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to visit Santa for a photo! Visit our website for more details.

Get in the spirit of the Holidays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; take a magical train ride through our forest of two million twinkling lights, see the animated displays, visit Santa in his workshop and listen to holiday sounds as you enjoy hot chocolate, fresh popcorn and roasted chestnuts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3pm to 10pm.

Closed Christmas Day.

100 The Pointe-999 Canada Place 604.665.9000 Â&#x161; canadaplace.ca

Stanley Park Â&#x161; 1.855.985.5000 vancouverparks.ca Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

December 2 & 3

December 6

Eddie Izzard - Force Majeure

A Baroque Christmas

Eddie Izzard - the man who turned talking â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bollocksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; into an art form. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sold out Madison Square Garden and became the first stand-up comedian to play a solo show at the Hollywood Bowl. He takes ideas and situations and extrapolates them into bizarre, absurd & surreal comic narratives â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Christmas is a joyful time and Baroque is a joyful music - the combination is magic! Celebrate the festive season with Bach, Monteverdi and Handel â&#x20AC;&#x201C; performed by the Vancouver Chamber Choir and Orchestra, Pacifica Singers, soloists and Jon Washburn conducting â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.738.6822 Â&#x161; vancouverchamberchoir.com

December 4

December 6

Pearl Jam

Christmas Carol Sing-a-Long

An American alternative, grunge, hard rock band established in Seattle in 1990. Since its inception, the bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s line-up has included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass) and Mike McCready (guitar). The bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current drummer is Matt Cameron of Soundgarden â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Wesley United Church invites you to bring the whole family and join us for old-fashioned carol singing. The singing will be accompanied by several musical instruments and there will be activities for the younger children â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm

Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

St. Andrews-Wesley Church, 1022 Nelson at Burrard 604.683.4574 Â&#x161; standrewswesleychurch.bc.ca

December 4 & 5

December 6

Dark Room

Christmas Lunch and Dance

A performance piece weaving together music, dance, science, technology, and photography. Using the theatre as a photographic studio and dark room to reveal the process of creating photographic images as a performance medium, Dark Room challenges the way we experience moving bodies and time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

Enjoy the sounds of live music at our fun-filled, festive

181 Roundhouse Mews Â&#x161; 604.713.1800 bodynarrativescollective.wordpress.com

181 Roundhouse Mews 604.713.1800 Â&#x161; roundhouse.ca

December 5

December 6

Vancouver Welsh Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choir

Grand Organ Recital for Christmas

Join the highly acclaimed Vancouver Welsh Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choir as they perform their traditional Christmas concert with a Canadian flavour in the surrounds of beautiful Christ Church Cathedral. Joined by the Collingwood Senior School Choir to round out the festive evening â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

Organ recitals are a grand tradition at Holy Rosary Cathedral. Hear organist & Music Director Denis BĂŠdard together with organist Rachel Alflatt perform in concert on this romantic-style organ installed in 1900.

Solos and duets including seasonal music and a new work by Denis BĂŠdard â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

Christ Church Cathedral, 690 Burrard 604.878.1190 Â&#x161; vwmc.ca

Holy Rosary Cathedral, 646 Richards 604.682.6774 Â&#x161; holyrosarycathedral.org

Christmas lunch and dance. Tell your friends about this popular social event. No partner is needed for the dance.

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December 8

Santa Shuffle & Elf Walk

Breakfast with Santa

The 5k Santa Shuffle Fun Run and 1k Elf Walk brings families and friends together. This merry event of bells and antlers helps The Salvation Army to assist families and individuals in need during the Christmas season and throughout the year. Event starts at 10am.

Post-event refreshments, awards and prizes.

Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coming to the Roundhouse! Come join him and his helpers for a pancake breakfast & take part in many fun-filled activities such as face-painting and arts & crafts. Registration required. Children must be supervised by an adult. $6 child, $6.75 adult, free for children under 1 year â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10am to noon

Lumbermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arch, Stanley Park 604.684.9771 Â&#x161; santashuffle.com

181 Roundhouse Mews 604.713.1800 Â&#x161; roundhouse.ca

December 7 & 9

December 11 - 30

Beethovenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Emperor Concerto

Karaoke Christmas Lights Tour

Maestro Bramwell Tovey conducts and Yefim Bronfman, one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest pianists, performs Wagnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tannhauser: Overture, Beethovenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major and Beethovenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat Major: Emperor â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

The Trolley tour will begin with the city lights on the way to Stanley Park where guests will disembark to view the Bright Nights at Stanley Park display. The tour will then continue through neighbourhood light displays to disembark at VanDusen Gardens to enjoy the Festival of Lights, then return downtown.

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

Departs Queen Elizabeth Theatre at 6:30pm 604.801.5515 Â&#x161; vancouvertrolley.com

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December 12 - 14

Blue Christmas Service

The Edge Project

Some find â&#x20AC;&#x153;Christmas Cheerâ&#x20AC;? a challenge.

This service is an opportunity to acknowledge that Christmas can bring hard feelings, but in the context of worship, Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grace can be revealed at St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sWesley United Church. All are welcome â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm

A collective creation designed, written and performed by 75+ high school students from Lower Mainland schools.

Mentored by professional theatre artists, the students will present their entirely original show that reflects the views and voices of their generation. Tix $5 - $15.

Matinee December 14 at 2pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm evenings

St. Andrews-Wesley Church, 1022 Nelson at Burrard 604.683.4574 Â&#x161; standrewswesleychurch.bc.ca

181 Roundhouse Mews 604.254.4055 Â&#x161; greenthumb.bc.ca

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A Traditional Christmas

Winter Solstice Lantern Festival

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The winter solstice marks the longest, darkest night of the year. This dance of sun and earth has inspired celebrations of the human spirit throughout the ages.

The Winter Solstice Lantern Festival illuminates the night with an array of lanterns, fire, singing, dancing, music and storytelling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 to 10pm

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181 Roundhouse Mews 604.713.1800 Â&#x161; secretlantern.org

December 14

December 21

The Messiah

Winter Harp in Concert

Superb music and ancient text combine in Handelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s treasured oratorio The Messiah, performed by the magnificent voices of the Vancouver Bach Choir accompanied by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and conducted by Music Director Leslie Dala. A triumphant return of a glorious Christmas tradition â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm

The musicians, in gorgeous medieval attire using period instruments, perform a hauntingly beautiful collection of music, from well-known carols to works of Celtic, medieval and flamenco origin. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this magical journey into the heart of winter by the acclaimed Winter Harp Ensemble â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

Orpheum Theatre, Seymour at Smithe 604.696.4290 Â&#x161; vancouverbachchoir.com

St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Wesley Church, 1022 Nelson at Burrard 604.684.2787 Â&#x161; winterharp.com

December 14 & 15, 20 - 22

December 22

Goh Ballet: Nutcracker

Nine Lessons and Carols

Experience Claraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream come to life as she embarks on a magical journey through the Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets where she is greeted by the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy. An unforgettable adventure awaits, as her gallant Nutcracker battles the evil Mouse King â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm & 7:30pm

This famous format, first made popular by Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College Cambridge, tells the Christmas story through scripture readings, interspersed with a wide variety of choral settings and congregational singing, led by the Christ Church Cathedral Choir. Service begins at 4pm. See our website for more information.

The Centre, 777 Homer at Georgia 1.855.985.5000 Â&#x161; ticketmaster.ca

Christ Church Cathedral, 690 Burrard at Georgia 604.682.3848 Â&#x161; cathedral.vancouver.bc.ca

December 19 & 20

December 24

Chor Leoni: Star of Wonder

Carols for the City

A rich tapestry of music from Renaissance motets & Russian choral works to folk music & songs by Tori Amos & The Roches. Chor Leoniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich warm sound will be joined by organ, violin, percussion, guitar & you, as we invite you to sing along with the Lions to your favourite carols â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm

A traditional service of the most beloved and cherished Christmas Carols (and lots of them!) interspersed with readings from scripture, prayers, and blessings with a Salvation Army band. Service begins at 4pm. Free will offering. See our website for parking instructions and more events.

St. Andrews-Wesley Church, 1022 Nelson at Burrard 604.684.2787 Â&#x161; chorleoni.org

Christ Church Cathedral, 690 Burrard at Georgia 604.682.3848 Â&#x161; cathedral.vancouver.bc.ca

December 20

December 24

Holiday Hooray!

Gospel Christmas for the City

Hooray, hooray, we will all play in the snow today!

Celebrate the holiday season with sing-along snow songs and move-along miniatures, from Tchaikovskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nutcracker! Hosted by entertainers Lisa and Linda and featuring a lively brass trio â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10am & 11:30am

The Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir highlights this Christmas service with a blend of contemporary and traditional gospel music. Congregational singing with readings from scripture celebrate the birth of Jesus in the glowing warmth of the sanctuary of Christ Church Cathedral. Service begins at 1pm.

Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton at Dunsmuir 604.876.3434 Â&#x161; vancouversymphony.ca

Christ Church Cathedral, 690 Burrard at Georgia 604.682.3848 Â&#x161; cathedral.vancouver.bc.ca

December 21

December 24

Winter Solstice in the Garden

Mass for the City

Come bring light into the world on the longest, darkest night of the year with family & friends! Warm your bellies with holiday tea & delicious hot buns & warm your hearts with the breathtaking landscape of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Garden, as spectacular performers take to the stage throughout the evening â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 to 10pm

A traditional Eucharist in the beauty of Christ Church Cathedral with Christmas music and carols led by the award-winning Cathedral Choir. Services at 8pm and 11pm. Please join us early as seating often fills quickly.

See our website for parking instructions and more events.

578 Carrall 604.662.3207 Â&#x161; vancouverchinesegarden.com

Christ Church Cathedral, 690 Burrard at Georgia 604.682.3848 Â&#x161; cathedral.vancouver.bc.ca

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January 1

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day

Fat Ass 50 Resolution Run & Swim

St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Wesley United Church invites you to celebrate this special time of year.

Attend services on Christmas Eve: 3pm Jazz Vespers, 5pm for young families, 7pm family service and 11pm candlelight service. Christmas morning service at 10:30am.

A 50k run to kick off the New Year on the right foot, plus an optional Freeze Your Fat Ass Swim. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a less extreme challenge (1K-49K) for the more hung-over and those with resolutions they are unlikely to keep.

Pre-registration online only, no event day registration â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9am departure.

St. Andrews-Wesley Church, 1022 Nelson at Burrard 604.683.4574 Â&#x161; standrewswesleychurch.bc.ca

Start & finish from Brockton Oval clubfatass.com/events/VancouverNewYear

December 28 - 31

January 1

Ballet BC Presents: The Nutcracker

Polar Bear Swim

Ballet BC presents The Nutcracker, performed by Alberta Ballet. The Nutcracker takes place in the opulent grandeur of 19th century Imperial Russia. Danced to the glorious Tchaikovsky score, played live by the VSO. Extravagantly displays more than a million dollars in sets and costumes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm & 7:30pm

Costumes, courage, prizes, a commemorative button and the Peter Pantages Memorial 100 yard swim race are the highlights of the 94th annual Polar Bear Swim.

Participation is free, but you must register on January 1 from 12:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2:30pm in front of the English Bay Bathhouse. Swim starts at 2:30pm.

Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Hamilton at Georgia 1.855.985.2787 Â&#x161; albertaballet.com

English Bay Beach Â&#x161; 604.665.3424 vancouver.ca/parks/events/polarbear

January 1

January 1

New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Game

Salute to Vienna

Come out and support the home team! Live the

A magnificent re-creation of Viennaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world famous New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concert featuring a stellar cast of over 75 musicians, European singers & dancers. Ring in the New Year with a light hearted blend of famous Strauss waltzes, polkas & operetta excerpts. The Strauss Symphony of Canada with the VSO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:30pm

excitement and thrills of the game of your life, after the best night of your life, as the Vancouver Canucks take on Tampa Bay Lightning at Rogers Arena â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7pm

Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way 1.855.523.6800 Â&#x161; canucks.nhl.com

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