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issy McIntosh has hot sauce on her chin. But that’s part of the fun of sitting on ledge near the Vancouver Art Gallery on a sunny winter afternoon and being able to devour one of the “pimped out” sandwiches from Mom’s Grilled Cheese Truck. She laughs as she wipes off the remnants of her “Dine Out — Outside” experience. “If you’re going to eat at food trucks, you have to be prepared to get a little messy.” The Vancouver blogger (LifeBitesMM.blogspot. com) is taking an extended lunch break from her job as a development associate at Fusion TV to take a tour of some of her favourite food truck vendors. Today, the centre of her food universe is Robson Square. Look in any direction and you’ll see a line up of people, some of them with faces upturned towards the sun as they take a break from their indoor jobs, others chatting with friends or continuing their office conversation. There’s life and energy on the street. “It gets you in a good mood for going back to work,” she says. One of the things she loves about street food is its sense of community. You watch the vendors make your food and, if they’re good at more than just cooking, you engage with them on a personal level. Friendships form.

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but it allows them to meet the people who produce it. Wine is poured by the makers and producers who will take the time to explain the whys and hows of what they do. A person who is new to wine can get just as much from the festival as someone who, like Hertscheg, has studied it for years. It is an exploration, a journey that is to be continued; it’s not about confirming that we already know where we’re at. “There are always new discoveries,” says Hertscheg. “Part of our mandate is

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Harry Hertscheg toasts the Playhouse International Wine Festival. Rob Newell photo

to inform, educate and entertain. The more information you have, the more engaged you are…. And the more you learn, the more you realize you don’t know.” Hertscheg sees the festival as an opportunity to open up the senses. “Our senses of sight and sound are already strong. We don’t need people to tell us what we see or hear. But our senses of smell and taste aren’t as well developed. Part of it is that, culturally, we don’t have the confidence to feel comfortable with smelling and tasting.” To widen your comfort zone, go to PlayhouseWineFest.com.

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You’re killing me, too Re: “You’re killing me,” Rants Feb. 2. I completely agree with him. There isn’t a street corner where I’m not passing someone smoking. A lot of smokers don’t even have the ability to go to gum or patches. I even see people leave home without a cigarette in their hand. It’s almost like a security blanket. Also, I live on assistance and I don’t mind giving it to someone on a street corner, but not to someone who’s smoking. Smokers, you really need to consider the rights of other people. You make a choice to do what you want to do to your body but city officials need to enforce anti-smoking bylaws. I have a challenge for Occupiers: you could throw a real swerve ball to the tobacco industry, one of the biggest corporations of death, by stopping to smoke. Anonymous, via Rant Line

Reformed smoker agrees Re: “You’re killing me. “As a reformed smoker I love what Paul Richards had to say. I know it’s hard to quit, but if I can do it, so can you. I feel sympathy but walking through those pockets of smoke makes me want to puke. Anonymous, via Rant Line

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Mall has gone to the dogs RE: Barking mad, Jan. 26. Right on. My elderly friend used to go and sit in the Denman Mall as an outing but the yapping dogs have driven her away. If someone is bitten on the premises, the owners could be sued. Anonymous, via Rantline

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Missing men inquiry The Missing Women Inquiry is proving that the Vancouver Police and RCMP have their heads up their ass. I’m seeing posters of mostly missing men. Can we assume we’ll soon see a Missing Men Inquiry so I can say “I told you so”? Why is no one listening? There is another serial killer on the loose. Anonymous, via Rant Line

Conservative sneak attack I would like Prime Minister Stephen Harper or any Conservative MP to explain what they think will happen to disabled, lowincome seniors if they’re blocked from getting Old Age Security and therefore unable to access any Guaranteed Income Security benefits. Disabled seniors are often unable to work and will have low pension benefits. The last Canadian politician to mount such an unprincipled sneak attack on innocent people was Gordon Campbell, who left office with a nine per cent approval rating. Canadians will not tolerate the politics of sneak attacks, as Gordon Campbell found out. If you want Granny living in your basement, just keep this up. Anonymous, via Rant Line

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few nights ago I toured the construction site of what I think might prove to be the most interesting restaurant of 2012. It’s a 50-seat Chinese BBQ joint called Fat Dragon. 566 Powell Street is on one of the Downtown Eastside’s most unnerving blocks. Sitting half a block east of Oppenheimer Park, it’s the last place I’d ever expect to see a good restaurant in Vancouver. Fat Dragon is coming to us courtesy of two young restaurateurs, Tom Doughty and Robert Belcham, the very same pair that gave us the two Campagnolos (1020 Main and 2297 East Hastings). The grizzly, bearded, heavily-tattooed Belcham won the coveted Chef of the Year accolade in 2009 for his work in fine dining at Fuel in Kitsilano (his first restaurant), only to see it close later that same year after the recession took hold. (It was successfully rebranded as the more casual Refuel.) Doughty, a heavy metal-loving, guitarplaying winemaker and past Sommelier of the Year, suffered a stroke several months ago, but is well on his way to a recovery that is being described as a “miraculous”. Joining them as a co-owner is chef Ted Anderson, who has emerged as a culinary force to be reckoned with after tours of duty at all of Belcham and Doughty’s restaurants. (Doing the actual cooking at Fat Dragon will be Adam Johnson, lately of Campagnolo and Gastown’s Pourhouse.) The food concept of Chinese-themed BBQ will see all items with licks of either southern American smoke or spice in an environment reminiscent of a 1920s-style opium den (the designer is Marc Bricault, the aesthete behind Vij’s, Campagnolo, and Thierry). They’ll be serving up smoked and fried Dungeness crab with chilies, crispy shallots and cilantro; smoked Isan-style pork sauages; marinated and smoked crispy tofu

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Robert Belcham, Tom Doughty and Ted Anderson are joining their formidable forces to create the Fat Dragon, a 50-seat Chinese BBQ joint set to open this spring in the heart of DTES. Andrew Morrison photo bao buns; smoked whole fish; smoked pig’s head; and Jalor Alor-style chicken wings, among a great many other things. The price points will vary from $2.50 for small items all the way to $60 for the pig’s head. I think $9 to $20 per dish will be the norm, which is to say competitive. Pair it all with a good cocktail list serving the 13-seat bar and a short wine list as clever as Doughty’s others, and we have something interesting that will easily transcend the sketchiness of its address. Fat Dragon will not be a “fancy” restaurant (Belcham has assured me that it will be the most casual room in their stable), but because it might prove to be a hit, there’s a good chance that it might have a hand in improving the neighbourhood. They will be called “gentrifiers,” for certain, because even though they’re doing what they love in a neighbourhood that needs help, they represent the change that is already well underway in other parts of the DTES. Politics and social activism aren’t the concerns of this

column. My job is to seek out delicious things, plain and simple. But I have to say... so far, gentrification has been pretty kind to my neighbourhood. Take, for example, Bao Bei. The room is gorgeous, they have an excellent bar program, the soundtrack is fantastic, it’s always full, and the inventive Shanghainese food is so good that it landed chef Joel Watanabe at last year’s Gold Medal Plates cooking competition, where he took the Bronze Medal. If that’s counted as gentrification, I’ll take it anywhere I can get it. Fat Dragon will open in April, if not before. The installation of its neon sign — depicting a fat dragon — will signal its imminence, so keep a look out.

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the fresh sheet FOOD & DRINK HAPPENINGS Yaletown’s new hotspot for Chinese cuisine is now serving Dim Sum brunch from 11 am to 3 pm on weekends. Created by executive chef Ryan Mah, Chinois’ 26-item menu has options that range from siu mai, lo bak, and gai lan with oyster sauce to fried chicken, deep-fried crab claw, BBQ pork steamed buns and crispy squid with chillies. Dishes are priced from $5 to $10. Reservations are recommended. (1035 Mainland, 604-629-8808 (ChinoisVancouver.com) West Broadway’s award-winning Cru restaurant will play host to a special four-course supper paired with Quail’s Gate wines on Feb. 26. Winemaker Grant Stanley will be in attendance. Tickets are $98, which includes both food, wine, tax, and gratuity. Tickets from Cru.ca or by phone at 604-677-4111. So you think you know your wines. Are you ready to put it to the test? As part of the Vancouver Playhouse Wine Festival, the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts is hosting the Blind Tasting Challenge. It’s open to three categories: hospitality professionals; chefs and cooks; and consumers. The Feb. 29 event is sponsored by the Mark Anthony Group. The registration fee is $30. Call 604-873-3311. Ki Modern Japanese + Bar is hosting Sparkle in Silver, Dream in Style featuring an ethereal winter palace court created by The Social Concierge, auction, raffle, complimentary cocktails and a sushi and steak bar. Performers include the Burlesque Beauties, Tara Lett, Destineak, DJ Christian Alvarez and funk king Kraig Docherty. The gala is a fundraiser for Face of Today, which helps underprivileged youth. The evening starts at 7pm on Feb. 29. Tickets are $275 (with a $200 tax receipt) from FaceOfToday.ca. See MORE FRESH SHEET on page 10

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his week’s City Cellar is going to take you off the beaten path by asking you to try one of these bottles that us wine guys love to geek out over for their value, quality and outright weirdness. The wine world offers so many journeys, opportunities and experiences that too often a whole flock of great ones fly under the radar. We’re gonna leave the Merlots, Chardonnays and all of their familiar brethren behind, venturing into what I hope will be uncharted territory for most.

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A very juicy and herbaceous biodynamic red made from the Frappato grape, which you’d be hard pressed to find beyond Sicily’s shores. Quite plummy with sweet bing cherry notes and a light dusting of fresh dill, thyme and anise. At first sip you may think it’s pretty simple and quaffable, but almost like those Magic Eye posters of the late-90s, if you look a little closer you’ll be surprised at how much depth there is. This cult-favourite, critical darling works best in place of a Gamay or Pinot Noir with things like poultry, duck or salmon.

Chateau Musar 1999 White | Bekaa Valley, Lebanon | $35-ish | Private Wine Stores Growing at 1200 metres above sea level on Mount Lebanon, the Obaideh and Merwah grapes that go into this blend are most similar to Chardonnay and Semillon respectively. Of course, I have no experience with either one on its own, so I’m just gonna take their word for it. Organically grown and then fermented in oak for nine months, the wine ends up tasting like a crazy combination of a heavily-oaked Chardonnay, a briney

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The Food Network’s Top Chef Canada competition catapulted Dale MacKay into the restaurant scene’s stratosphere. Trevor Bird must be very aware of the glories that await if he can win the same honour in this year’s competition. Formerly of Vancouver’s Shangri-La Hotel, Bird owns the Trevor Bird Cooking catering company and is opening his own restaurant. He’s the only Vancouver chef whose cooking will come under the intense gaze of judges Mark McEwan and Shereen Araazm. The show’s new season premieres March 12.

Fino Sherry and a classic scrumpy apple cider. The crazy thing is that it works. I’d venture to say if you like at least two out of those three things, you’ll like this wine. Promise me three things though; ensure it’s not too chilled (it shows off more character this way,) drink it out of the biggest wine glasses you own (same reason) and give it at least three sips before you reach your verdict. As a fun bonus for all that extra effort, it pairs well with everything from fish to steak.

Alliance Loire ‘Les Legeriens’ Rose d’Anjou | Loire Valley, France | $14.95 | BC Liquor Stores Steadfast and focussed, I’m continuing on with my gospel of drinking pink wine in the winter (We drink whites during these months, don’t we?) they can be some of the best food wines for your table. Made from the Grolleau grape and tasting like red Jolly Ranchers, this thirstquenching delight comes out of the western reaches of France’s Loire Valley, where paté, charcuterie and saltier seafood provide a good match. A light peppery character and nice acidity keeps it from being too cloying, just be sure to keep the bottle nicely chilled. Follow along my own wine journey at KurtisKolt.com

Fiona Forbes from Shaw TV’s Urban Rush will emcee an anti-bullying luncheon for ladies at Society Dining Lounge in Yaletown on Feb. 24. The event, which will be attended by Karen Khunkhun from CFOX Radio, Jen Schaeffers from CKNW Orphans’ Fund and Shannon Bosa Yacoub of Glowbal Group, is part of Pink Shirt Day. Proceeds in support of the Boys and Girls Club anti-bullying programs. Tickets can be purchased at EventBrite.com. Coast Coal Harbour Hotel took top honours for guest satisfaction in the 31-member chain’s award program. It also secured the marketing award of the year for its sponsorship of Raise-A-Reader Day in support of family literacy programs. Coast Vancouver Airport Hotel snagged the Ambassador Survey Index Award.

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Orange Anise Poached Pear with Mascarpone Cream and Toffee Sauce 2 firm Bosc pears 2 cups dry white wine, Champagne or sparkling wine 1 cup water ¾ cups granulated sugar 1 vanilla bean 4 tbsp freshly grated orange zest 4 tbsp anise Peel, cut in half and core pears. Place anise in a Ziploc bag and crush with a mallet or rolling pin to release flavour. In a saucepan, combine the wine, water, sugar, anise and orange zest. Bring to a boil. Slice your vanilla bean down the centre and scrape out the seeds. Add seeds to the liquid. Reduce heat and let simmer for five minutes. Strain to remove the anise and orange. Place liquid back in a saucepan. Keep the poaching liquid to a simmer. Add the pears and poach pears on a low simmer for approximately 25 to 30 minutes or until tender. Cool pears in the poaching liquid. Toffee Sauce ¼ cup unsalted butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup whipping cream Place all ingredients together in a saucepan. Stir over low heat until all is combined. Bring to a boil for five minutes. Cool.

Try our New & Unique Wushu Body Wisdom Treatment – receive 20% off your ﬁrst treatment when you mention this ad! Mascarpone Cream 250 grams mascarpone cheese ½ cupwhipping cream 2 tbsp maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla Place the mascarpone in a mixer bowl. With your whisk attachment, soften the cheese gently for about one minute. Slowly start adding in the cream, a little at a time, making sure to scrape the bowl often to avoid any lumps. Continue adding until all the cream is incorporated. Whip until mixture is light and fluffy. Add in your maple syrup and vanilla. Chill until serving. To assemble: Spoon warmed toffee sauce on a plate. Place room temperature pears on top. Place a dollop of the mascarpone cream in the centre of the pear. If desired, finish with a sprinkle of toasted hazelnuts and fresh orange zest. Note: All the elements can be made a day before and stored in the fridge. Serves two.

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ollywood stars have been known to frequent Absolute Spa at the Century Plaza Hotel; Gwyneth Paltrow, Janet Jackson, Uma Thurman, Sharon Stone, and Renée Zellweger have all been sighted here. But men will love Absolute Spa at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, with its leather chairs, masculine decor and gentlemen’s treatments. Shangri-La Hotel Vancouver is home to CHI Spa, where each treatment room features a fireplace, private bath and relaxation area. After a spa treatment, dine at Market by Jean-Georges or

one of Vancouver’s other excellent restaurants. At Vida Spa — Sheraton Wall Centre, Sutton Place and Westin Bayshore.— find inner harmony with Ayurvedic spa treatment. These hotels have an on-call nanny service. Other popular Vancouver day spas include Spa Utopia, with locations in the Pan Pacific and North Vancouver; Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Pacific Rim, and Spruce Body Lab in Yaletown, which specializes in therapeutic medical treatments. — from HelloBC.com

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Library hosts speed dating for book lovers here’s one potentially big problem for book lovers: reading is something you can only do alone. Sure there can be other people in the room, but in essence it’s a solitary activity. So how can one book lover fall in love with another book lover? The Vancouver Public Library wants to help. It’s launching an innovative new program called Read Dating. Participants pre-register and will be assigned a famous book character name along with a gmail account to ensure privacy. Then, on either Feb. 13 (for people aged 35 to 55) or Feb. 15 (for people older than 55), participants gather at the library. They bring along their favourite book, movie or CD to use as their conversation-starter. They are given five minutes to chat with each person. Participation is free but you do need to register by dropping by the popular reading information desk on the second level or calling 604-331-3691.

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on a true story about a middle-aged woman who loses her husband to cancer and embarks on a cheeky way to raise money for research. To Feb. 26 at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, 8pm (Wed-Sat), 7:30pm (Tues). Matinees: Wed, SatSun, 2pm. $29-$65 from 604-687-1644.

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tempts to uncover why his mother abandoned him two decades earlier before her Alzheimer’s ravages her mind and body. Apr. 5-28 at Revue Stage, 8pm (Mon-Sat), 7:30pm (Tues). Matinees: Wed, Sat 2pm. $25-$35 from 604-687-1644.

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romance set in New York in 1905 about an independent African-American seamstress who longs

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HENRY AND ALICE: INTO THE WILD A sequel to the

comedy Sexy Laundry that follows the titular characters on a camping trip where they’re forced to

examine their relationship issues. Apr. 19-May 26 at Granville Island Stage, 8pm (Mon, Wed-Sat), 7:30pm (Tues). Matinees: Wed, Sat 2pm. $29-$49 from 604-687-1644. HIGH SOCIETY Screwball

musical comedy based on The Philadelphia Story with songs by Cole Porter. May 10-June 24 at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, 8pm (Wed-Sat), 7:30pm (Tues). Matinees: Wed, SatSun, 2pm. $29-$65 from 604-687-1644.

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ment of the popular Jessie Award-winning adaptation of Arnold Lobel’s beloved books. Ages 3+. Mar. 3-Apr. 8 at Carousel Theatre. $12-$29. Times, tickets and info: CarouselTheatre.ca. JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS Contemporary

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Scotia’s Mermaid Theatre presents a stage adaptation of three beloved Eric Carle books. Ages 3+. Apr. 21-28 at the Norman Rothstein Theatre. $12-$29. Times, tickets and info: CarouselTheatre.ca.

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Transexual Nina Arsenault shares the stories of the 60+ cosmetic surgeries that have transformed her from an awkward man to a glamazon bombshell. Feb. 14-25 at the Cultch, 8pm.

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Co-production with the Playhouse and Edmonton’s Catalyst Theatre, known for its highly original, gothic productions, offers a new take on Victor Hugo’s classic story about the deformed bell ringer, Quasimodo. Feb. 18-Mar. 10 at Playhouse Theatre, 8pm. Matinees: Wed, Sat, 2pm. $34-$74 and up from 604-873-3311. IGNORANCE The Old Trout

Puppet Workshop presents a puppet documentary about prehistoric humanity. Feb. 28-Mar. 10 at the Cultch,

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PLASTIC ACID ORCHESTRA Classical favourites bump up against rock ’n’ roll in the eclectic repertoire of the sprawling, 45-piece, Vancouver-based Plastic Acid Orchestra. Bryan Deans, the orchestra’s musical director, pushes his group of young composers further outside their comfort zones by pairing up with infamous East Van folk-cabaret band Maria in the Shower Feb. 25 at the Vogue. WE spoke with Deans — who began busking as a child with his cello at Granville Island and is now a music teacher at St. John’s School — about his interest in experimental music. Q: Where did you get the idea for the Plastic Acid Orchestra? A: The name illustrates something different, whacky. Acid is a mixture of different elements, like an orchestra, and as the name has a different sound to it, so does the band. Put them together and you get an unforgettable ensemble that is new! Q: What pieces might one hear during a Plastic Acid Orchestra program? A: Plastic Acid’s originals 8pm. $16 and up from Tickets.TheCultch.com. L’ORCHESTRE D’HOMMESORCHESTRES Quebec

City-based orchestra tackles the music of American icon, Tom Waits. Mar. 22-24 at the Cultch, 8pm. $28 and up from Tickets.TheCultch.com. THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT With Rumble

Productions as part of the 2012 Tremors Festival, Pound of Flesh Theatre presents this dramatic courtroom retelling of the man on trial for betraying Christ. Apr. 10-21 at the Cultch, 8pm. $16 and up from Tickets.TheCultch.com. BLUE BOX Nightswimming/

Neworld Theatre present Carmen Aguirre’s onewoman show chronicling her life as an underground Chilean revolutionary to her Hollywood romance to the present day. May 1-12 at the Cultch, 8pm. $16 and up from Tickets.TheCultch.com.

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GOODNESS Drama about

a recently divorced writer who embarks on a journey to discover his family’s Holocaust history, only to meet a woman who’s lived through a more recent genocide. Mar. 6-11 at Firehall Arts Centre, 8pm. Matinees: Wed, 1pm; Sat, 2pm. $12-$30 from 604-689-0926. UBUNTU: THE CAPE TOWN PROJECT A woman and

man worlds apart are drawn together, using storytelling, music and dance. Apr. 12-21 at Firehall Arts Centre, 8pm. Matinees: Wed, 1pm; Sat, 2pm. $12-$30 from 604-689-0926. BC BUDS: SPRING ARTS FAIR

Eighth annual multidisciplinary arts festival. May 11-13 at Firehall Arts Centre, 8pm. Matinees: Wed, 1pm; Sat, 2pm. Free. SHELTER FROM THE STORM

Touchstone Theatre presents drama about a Vietnam draft doger takes in a traumatized

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string piano and drum song, but arranged for full symphony. It’s high-energy, string-rock fusion music. Q: Where did the collaboration with Maria in the Shower come from? A: I met my long-time friend Martin Reisle and my nowgirlfriend Mariah Mennie in Invermere. I’m a glider pilot and the operation’s airport is based there, Martin, a member of Maria in the Shower, Mariah and I ended up collaborating in a small music event called Pinestock. Martin performed “Train of Pounding Hours” informally, and it became one of Maria’s hit songs, so I approached him with the challenge to arrange a song for full symphony orchestra, and he chose “Train.”

greedy, ambitious and bloody attempt to seize the Scottish throne. Mar. 22-31 at Frederic Wood Theatre. $10-$22 from UBCTheatre. UniversityTickets.com.

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• METRO THEATRE

Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company presents Relephant Theatre’s Fringe hit about a confirmed bachelor in 1962 whose life is turned upside-down by a mystery woman. Apr. 20-May 4 at Playhouse Recital Hall, 7pm. Matinee: May 5, 4pm. $20 from 604-873-3311.

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Award-winning musical about the Parisian entertainer who finds success disguised as a man impersonating a woman, and unexpectedly attracts the attention of a mobster. Mar. 17-Apr. 7 at Metro Theatre, 8pm. $19-$28 from 604-266-7191. THE MOUSETRAP Based on Agatha Christie’s most famous “whodunnit” about a group of strangers stranded at a boarding house who discover there’s a murderer among them. Apr. 14-May 12 at Metro Theatre, 8pm. $19-$22 from 604-266-7191. EMMA New adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel about matchmaking and love in Victorian times. May 19-June 16 at Metro Theatre, 8pm. $19-$22 from 604-266-7191.

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HUNCHBACK

Co-production with the Cultch and Edmonton’s Catalyst Theatre, and the Cultch known for its highly original, gothic productions, offers a new take on Victor Hugo’s classic story about the deformed bell ringer, Quasimodo. Feb. 18-Mar. 10 at Playhouse Theatre, 8pm. Matinees: Wed, Sat, 2pm. $34-$74 and up from 604-873-3311. THE CAT CAME BACK Brand new fanciful experiment inspired by Fred Penner’s classic song, with feline puppetry and original music. Mar. 31-Apr. 5 at Playhouse, 8pm. $10 and up from 604-873-3311. GOD OF CARNAGE Two cou-

ples meet to discuss a fight between their young sons,

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JULIUS CAESAR A gender-

reversal on the Bard’s classic political tragedy. To Feb. 26 at Studio 58, 8pm. $12-22 (TT).

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blay’s award-winning drama about a woman consumed by guilt attempting to reconstruct the order of events that led to her neighbour’s death. Mar. 28-31 at Studio 16, 8pm. $24-$27 from 604-736-2616.

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Colin Thomas’ award-winning play for young audiences, translated by Toyoshi Yoshiha, about two kids affected by Hiroshima and nuclear fallout. Performed in Japanese with English surtitles. Feb. 10-11 at Frederic Wood Theatre, 7:30pm. Matinee: Feb. 11, 2pm. $24-$32 from UBCTheatre. UniversityTickets.com. WHO’S THERE? Theatre shorts celebrating beloved professor Peter Loeffler, with funds raised to benefit UBC’s Peter Loeffler Memorial Prize in Theatre. Mar. 3 at Frederic Wood Theatre. By donation.

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Canadian premiere of Peter Flannery’s adaption from the film of the same name about a revolutionary hero enduring Stalin’s oppressive regime. Mar. 30-Apr. 22 at Jericho Arts Centre, 8pm. $16-$20 from 604-224-8007.

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young American soldier who has deserted his post in Iraq. May 31-June 9 at Firehall Arts Centre, 8pm. Matinees: Wed, 1pm; Sat, 2pm. $12-$30 from 604-689-0926. Info: 604 266-7191 MetroTheatre.org

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A comedy of manners about a powerful man lured to the country by the promise of a rich and beautiful younger bride, only to fall for her heartier, fox-hunting cousin. June 1-24 at Jericho Arts Centre, 8pm. $16-$20 from 604-224-8007.

• INDEPENDENT THEATRE BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Broadway Across Canada presents the Tony Awardwinning musical based on the popular Disney film. To Feb. 12 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 7:30pm (Thurs, Fri, Sun); Sat 8pm. Matinees: Sat, 11am and 3:30pm; Sun 2pm. $25 and up (TM). VINYL VAUDEVILLE

1930s-style vintage cabaret dinner theatre with trapeze, acrobats, music and food. Feb. 10-18 at Performance Works, 8pm. Matinees: Feb. 12 & 18, 2pm. $69-$149 from VinylVaudeville.com.

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Margaret Cho and more. Feb. 16-26. Tickets, dates and venues: ComedyFest. com.

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premiere drama about a woman who meets her soul mate, only to discover that he’s married. Feb. 29-Mar. 11 at Performance Works, 8pm. $20-$30 from 604-873-3311. THE ODD COUPLE A female

version on the Neil Simon classic about opposite divorcees who share an apartment. Mar. 6-17 at Jericho Arts Centre, 8pm. $10-20 (BPT).

INTIMATE APPAREL The world’s largest collection of antique corsets is the inspiration behind the designs of Vancouver corsetière Melanie Talkington (above left). And since opening up shop, clients from around the world have come knocking on Talkington’s door for her custom fashions, expertly modeled after traditional Victorian corsets. So when the Arts Club decided to stage Intimate Apparel, a period piece about a New York seamstress in 1905, it made perfect sense that they turned to Talkington for her designs. Intrigued at a young age by Dolly Parton’s uncommon shape in the racy film The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, she started asking about the garments used to get the hourglass figure and began acquiring the delicate antiques, some of which have been exhibited in the Louvre, as a way to preserve them from wear. With her collection, Talkington hopes one day to open a museum of her own.

In 1997, she established Lace Embrace, her own custom corset atelier, quickly gaining the patronage of clients such as burlesque goddess Dita Von Teese with her intricate reproductions. Talkington’s dedication to her craft is the reason she is approached for costume design. “I really enjoyed working with Alison (the play’s costume designer) to find the correct corset patterns, fabrics, trimmings that were based on the description in the play. The writer was very specific.” In the play, an independent African-American woman makes a good living sewing exquisite undergarments and corsets for brides-to-be but yearns to wear one of her own creations. When a mysterious stranger from the Caribbean strikes up a pen-pal relationship, the romance that blooms promises to fulfill all her dreams. Intimate Apparel runs to Mar. 10 at Granville Island Stage. $29-$49 from 604-687-1644 or ArtsClub.com.—Kelsey Klassen FOUR PLAY A four-part din-

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ner/theatre love story that follows two people from their first date through to a wedding. Feb. 13, 20, 27 and Mar. 5 at Salt Tasting Room (45 Blood Alley, Gastown), 7pm. $65/show or 240 for all four from InTheHouseFestival.com. THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES / A MEMORY, A MONOLOGUE, A RANT AND A PRAYER UBC

VDay presents both shows to benefit local and international women’s charities. A Memory, a Monologue, a Rant and a Prayer (Feb. 14, 16, 18) and the Vagina Monologues (Feb. 15, 17, 18) at Frederic Wood Theatre, 7pm. $15 (BPT). THE CRUCIBLE Capilano college tackles the Arthur Miller classic about the mass hysteria of the Salem witch trials. Feb. 15-18 at Capilano University. $8-$22 from Tickets.CapilanoU.ca. LOST GIRLS OF NEVERLAND Bramwell Tovey with the VSO

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A musical comedy, borrowing heavily from Peter Pan, about shenanigans concerning the women of a dance troupe at a Gentlemen’s Club in New Orleans. Feb. 16-Mar. 3 at the ANZA Club, 8pm. $15-$25 (BPT). THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Fighting Chance

Productions present the Tony Award-winning musical, based on Charles Dickens’ novel, with a ‘choose your own adventure’ ending selected nightly by the audience at intermission. Feb. 18-Mar. 3 at Metro Theatre, 8pm. $10-$30 (TT). THE UGLY ONE Plan B Theatre presents the Vancouver premiere of this satire about a man who undergoes plastic surgery but comes out of the operation “too beautiful.” Feb. 22-Mar. 4 at Jericho

FLOP! Delinquent Theatre presents Anton Lipovetsky’s solo musical about a theatre director eluded by success. Mar. 21-Apr. 1 at Studio 1398, 8pm. $12-$15 (BPT). HELLO DOLLY! Capilano College presents the beloved award-winning musical about a matchmaker’s adventures in turnof-the-century New York. Mar. 29-Apr. 7 at Capilano University. $8-$22 from Tickets.CapilanoU.ca. THE BOMB-ITTY OF ERRORS

A musical “ad-rap-tation” of the Bard’s beloved The Comedy of Errors, with a live DJ and original music. Apr. 3-22 at Studio 16, 8pm. $15-$25 (BPT). CATS Broadway Across Canada presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s popular, Tony Award-winning musical (“Memory”). Apr. 10-15 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 8pm (Tues-Sat); Sun, 7:30pm. Matinees: Sat-Sun 2pm. $35 and up (TM). TREMORS Rumble Production’s contemporary theatre festival Apr. 10-28 at the Cultch and Little Mountain Gallery. $15 and up from 604-251-1363. • Apr. 10-21: The Last Days of Judas Iscariot (see The Cultch listing) • Apr. 17-21: Giant Invisible Robot 2011 Fringe hit about a painfully shy young man and his destructive robot. • Apr. 19-28: Endgame Main Street Theatre’s adaptation of Samuel Beckett’s absurdist classic about the end of life. • Apr. 24-28: A Last Resort A voyage to the dark side of society’s loose grasp on paradise. ROCK OF AGES Broadway

Across Canada presents the Tony Award-nominated rock musical, featuring 28 popular ’80s songs, set in a rock club in 1987 on the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles. May 8-13 at Centre for the Performing Arts. Tickets and times TBA. BARD ON THE BEACH

Award-winning annual Shakespeare festival features Taming of the Shrew, Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor and King John. May 31-Sept. 22 at Vanier Park. $16.50-$145 (all four plays) from BardOnTheBeach.org.

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Comedy improv show featuring Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Chip Esten and Jeff Davis. Feb. 18 at Red Robinson Show Theatre, 7pm. $34.50-$49.50 (TM). BRIAN REGAN Stand-up co-

median (recommended by Patton Oswalt), known for his sharply funny skewering of everyday life. Mar. 17 at Centre for Performing Arts, 7pm. $29.50-$39.50 (TM). SYLVIA BROWNE Worldfamous pyschic, spiritual teacher and author. Mar. 23 at River Rock, 7pm. $54.50-$64.50 (TM). JAY MOHR Comedian/ author/actor performs a night of standup. Mar. 30 at River Rock, 7pm. $49.50 (TM). JOAN RIVERS Legendary

comedian and fashion correspondent. May 5 at River Rock, 7pm. $49.50-$59.50 (TM). PENN & TELLER The master

comedy/illusionist duo returns. Mar. 30 at Red Robinson Show Theatre, 7pm. $79.50-$99.50 (TM). WHOOPI GOLDBERG

Actress/comedian/talk show host performs. Aug. 10 (River Rock) and Aug. 11 (Red Robinson Show Theatre), 7pm. $109.50-$129.50 (TM). THE COMEDY MIX Comedy club with themed pro-am nights and internationally renowned headliners. Tues-Thurs 8:30pm. Fri-Sat, 8pm and 10:30pm. At 1015 Burrard (inside the Century Plaza). THEATRESPORTS LEAGUE

Improv comedy at The Improv Centre on Granville Island (1502 Duranleau). Ticket prices vary $5-$25 from 604-687-1644 and VTSL.com.15 • Encore! A Musical Improv Series: Wed 7:30 • Improv Test Kitchen: Wed 9pm • Ultimate Improv Championship: Thurs 9:15pm • St. Valentine’s Day Massacre: To Feb. 11: Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri-Sat, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Feb. 12-14 (Finals): 7:30pm and 9:30pm. • Scared Scriptless: Fri-Sat 11:15pm THE $100 WINNER TAKES ALL VARIETY SHOW Patrick Ma-

liha hosts this weekly variety show every Tues. The Fray (3980 Fraser), 9-11pm. Free. To sign up, contact Patrick Maliha via Facebook.

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WALKING MAD & OTHER WORKS The Canadian

premiere of choreogrpaher Johan Inger’s Walking Mad, set to Ravel’s Bolero, features nine dancers. Mar. 8-10 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 8pm. $22.50-$70 (TM).

Instant Theatre’s new improv comedy show. Feb. 12 at Waterfront Theatre, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. $8 from InstantTheatre.com.

BLISS World premiere of Ballet BC’s resident choreographer Jose Navas new work, with music from Mozart, Philip Glass, Henryk Gorecki and Ravi Shankar. May 10-12 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 8pm. $30-$77.50 (TM).

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of choreographer Serge Bennathan’s work exploring feminine strength. Mar. 13-17 at The Cultch, 8pm. $16 and up from 604-251-1363 or Tickets. TheCultch.com. IZM: BBOYIZM Street-dance

hip-hop show choreographed by Crazy Smooth. Apr. 24-29 at The Cultch, 8pm. $16 and up from 604-251-1363 or Tickets. TheCultch.com.

• DANCE ALLSORTS

Series of monthly Sunday recitals at the Roundhouse Community Centre, 2pm and 4pm. $5-$15 in advance from NewWorks.ca. Pay-what-youcan at the door (suggested $5-$20).

• Feb. 19: Project SOUL (Hip-hop) • Mar. 25: Silk Road Ensemble (Multicultural dance and music) • Apr. 15: Brief Encounters ft. The Tomorrow Collective • May 13: Justine Chambers & Arts Umbrella (Contemporary)

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WAYNE MCGREGOR’S RANDOM DANCE The London-

based dance company’s multimedia, contemporary piece, ENTITY. Feb. 10-11 at Playhouse, 8pm. $68.50-$75.50 (TM). GALLIM DANCE The NYCbased dance company makes its Vancouver debut with Blush, an exploration of intimacy, instability and physical exertion. Mar. 23-24 at Playhouse, 8pm. $68.50-$75.50 (TM).

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• Feb. 16-18, 8pm: Something(s) Relative Adventurous quartet exploring time, space and dreams, choreographed by Science Friction’s coartistic director Shannon Moreno. $18-$25 (TT). • Feb. 23, 12pm: Strathcona Chinese Dance Company Showcases a range of Chinese dance, from classical to folk. Part of the Discover Dance! series. $8-$10 (TT). • Mar. 29, 12pm: Vancouver Tap Ensemble Pays homage to Vancouver’s iconic The Cave Supper Club with its show, Heyday. Part of the Discover Dance! series. $8-$10 (TT). • Apr. 26, 12pm: The 605 Collective Showcases contemporary dance and excerpts from the company’s new work, Inheritor Album. Part of the Discover Dance! series. $8-$10 (TT). • June 7-9, 8pm: A Simple Way Kokoro Dance’s artistic director Barbara Bourget presents her newest solo work, with music by her composer son, Joseph Hirabayashi. $20-$28 (TT).

• INDEPENDENT DANCE DON QUIXOTE The National Ballet of Cuba makes its Canadian premiere with live music from the Vancouver Opera Orchestra, choreographed by Alicia Alonso. Feb. 16-18 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 8pm. $47-$97 (TM). CUADRO FLAMENCO Fla-

menco Rosario presents its annual showcase of dance and singing. Feb. 24 at St. James Hall, 8pm. $18-$22 from FlamencoRosario.org.

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12th annual showcase of local, national and international contemporary dance, Mar. 2-11 at various venues. VIDF.ca. Highlights: â&#x20AC;˘ Mar. 2-3, 8pm: Alonzo King LINES Ballet â&#x20AC;˘ Mar. 6-7, 8pm: inkBoat COASTAL FIRST NATIONS DANCE FESTIVAL Featuring

some of the best dance groups from Coastal B.C., Yukon and Alaska. Mar. 8-11 at UBC Museum of Anthropology. Full schedule, details and tickets: Damelhamid.ca.

TALES OF THE COCKTAILS Vancouverites have long been known to like to eat well. But the word is spreading that we like to drink well, too. Last year, Tales of the Cocktail made its first foray out of the United States when it came to Vancouver. The organizers of this four-day celebration of the taste and science of cocktails were so impressed by the participantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; level of knowledge that they decided to bring another tour to Vancouver. From Feb.12 to15, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s whoâ&#x20AC;? of Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cocktail world will gather at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel and other venues. There will be five tasting rooms, meet-and-greets, seminars and several opportunities to toast the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cocktail culture with the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s official cocktail, Jacob Sweetappleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Roaming Buffalo Punch. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It means our clients and bartenders, our entire food and beverage industry, is world class,â&#x20AC;? Lauren Mote says of the honour of having Tales of the Cocktail return. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It brings together people who want to be part of something special.â&#x20AC;? The event is as much for cocktail lovers as it for

cocktail makers. The $195 pass, which covers entry to all tasting rooms, seminars and parties, is â&#x20AC;&#x153;an amazing dealâ&#x20AC;? because of its $600 value, Mote says, adding, â&#x20AC;&#x153;these are people who are really good at throwing a party.â&#x20AC;?

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Montrealâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sylvain Emardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three solos and a duet. Mar. 14-17 at Firehall Arts Centre, 8pm. $12-$30 from 604-689-0926. SVENGALI Royal Winnipeg

Festival highlights include: â&#x20AC;˘ Feb.12: Hollywood North Official Opening Party

invites revelers to travel back to1930s Vancouver when glamour and excitement filled the air and U.S. prohibition sent party seekers above the border. Cocktails of the era will be served by Charlotte Voisey and friends with Hendrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gin, Glenfiddich, Sailor Jerry, Tullamore Dew, Grantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Gibsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Finest. At Rosewood Hotel Georgia, 8:30-11pm.

Balletâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new production of seduction and control. Apr. 20-22 (Fri-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 2pm) at Centre for Performing Arts. $44-$96 (TM). DANCERS DANCING World

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Lineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s multimedia dance work Twisted Angels. May 23-26 at 149 W. Hastings, 8pm. $15-$25 from SFUWoodwards.ca.

OPERA â&#x20AC;˘ VANCOUVER OPERA Info: 604-683-0222 VancouverOpera.ca

THE BARBER OF SEVILLE

The classic comic opera is set on a movie backlot in Seville in the 1940s. Mar. 17-25 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 7:30pm, with matinees at 1:30pm. $35-$165 from VancouverOpera.ca and 604-683-0222. AIDA Verdiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famed roman-

tic drama set in ancient Egypt. Apr. 21-May 3 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 7:30pm. $35-$165 from VancouverOpera.ca and 604-683-0222.

â&#x20AC;˘ UBC OPERA

Feb. 9-11 at Chan Centre, 7:30pm. Matinee Feb. 12, 2pm. $24 and up (TM).

â&#x20AC;˘ INDEPENDENT OPERA LOVE IN PUBLIC Vancouverbased composer David MacIntryeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contemporary opera cabaret reimagines Elizabeth Barrett Browningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sonnets from the Portuguese. Apr. 19-29 at SFU Woodwards. $15-$25 from SFUWoodwards.ca.

CHORAL â&#x20AC;˘ CHOR LEONI

Info: 604-999-6153 â&#x20AC;˘ ChorLeoni.org

â&#x20AC;˘ Apr. 14: Rebirth Works by Schubert, Debussy, Brahms and more. At Ryerson United Church, 2pm, 7:30pm. $15-$30 (BPT).

â&#x20AC;˘ ELEKTRA WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CHOIR Info: 604-833-1255 â&#x20AC;˘ Elektra.ca

Info: 604-822-8246 UBCOpera.com

RUSALKA Antonin DvorĂĄkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Czech opera based on the original Slavic fairy tale, The Little Mermaid.

â&#x20AC;˘ Mar. 4: Pure Elektra At Ryerson United Church, 3pm. $22-$28 (BPT). â&#x20AC;˘ May 4: Choral Threads At

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DANCE CENTRE Science Friction Something(s) Relative â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once a day allow yourself the freedom to dream.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Albert Einstein

Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Saturday February 16â&#x20AC;&#x201C;18, 2012 8pm Scotiabank Dance Centre

Tickets 604.684.2787 www.ticketstonight.ca Info 604.606.6400 www.thedancecentre.ca | www.sciencefriction.ca Presented through the Iris Garland Emerging Choreographer Award, with the support of the Artist-in-Residence programs of The Dance Centre and Dance Victoria.

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2 Paolo Pandolfo, solo viola da gamba Saturday evening 11 February, 8 pm Christ Church Cathedral

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Christopher Bagan: An Apprenticeship with Bach Tuesday evening 28 February, 8 pm The Cellar Restaurant & Jazz Club

COMEDYFEST This year’s ComedyFest (Feb. 16-25) lineup already has us smiling in anticipation. Here’s why: 1) Betty White, everyone’s favourite great-grandma, and sole remaining Golden Girl, continues to cook up whitehot zingers, headlining two shows Oct.18 at Centre for Performing Arts.

Kassia, the ﬁrst female composer of the Occident Friday evening 2 March, 8 pm Christ Church Cathedral Call 604 732-1610 for details & ticket orders.

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2) Actor (Fairly Legal) and comedian Baron Vaughn pulls all kinds of double duty, with guest spots in Paul Hooper’s shows, all at the Comedy Mix. Ryerson United Church, 7:30pm. Free admission, but must secure free tickets through BPT. • May 5: Tapestry International Gala Concert Celebrating the completion of the choir’s 25th season. At St. Andrew’sWesley United Church, 7:30pm. $22-$28 (BPT).

• MUSICA INTIMA

Twelve-member, selfdirected vocal chamber ensemble. 604-731-6618 Info: MusicaIntima.org

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• Apr. 13, 15: birdsong explores avian-inspired music and text, with Vancouverbased composer Ed Henderson’s Birdsong as its centrepiece. At St. Philip’s Anglican (3737 W. 27th), 7:30pm. $10-$33 from MusicaIntima.org. • May 16: season soirée hosts a wine and song pairing fundraiser with silent auction. At Scotiabank Dance Centre, 7pm. $75 from MusicaIntima.org.

• VANCOUVER CANTATA SINGERS 604-730-8856

• Feb. 9: Romancero! Latin American music for choir and marimba. At Roundhouse Community Centre, 8pm. $25-$30 from 604-730-8856. • Apr. 23: The Atrium Concert Music from the Renaissance age to the 20th Century, with trombone ensemble, I Tromboni. At Blusson Spinal Cord Centre (818 W. 10th), 8pm. Free.

• VANCOUVER CHAMBER CHOIR Info: 604-738-6822

• Feb. 11: Famous Families and Friends Jon Washburn and five conductors from the 32nd annual National Conductors’ Symposium lead the choir through selections by Bach and his sons, the Haydns and Mozart, and more. At Ryerson United Church, 8pm. $24.50-$28 (TM). • Mar. 16: Two Great Choirs The Vancouver Chamber Choir and the Elmer Iseler Singers of Toronto sing separately and together. At Christ Church Cathedral,

3) Writer/comedian Marc Maron might just be one of the best interviewers of all time. Thanks to a willingness to spill his guts to his famous guests on the brilliant podcast, WTF with Marc Maron, he creates a safe and revealing space where his openness is reciprocated. The live taping of his podcast is sold out, but you can see him Feb. 23 at the Comedy Mix and as part of the closing Gala with Bob Odenkirk and David Cross Feb. 25 at the Centre for Performing Arts. 4) Actress, writer and comedian Margaret Cho tackles feminism, racism, sexual-

8pm. $24.50-$28 (TM). • Apr. 6: The Art of the Motets Featuring Bach’s choral works. At Orpheum, 8pm. $19.50-$47.50 (TM). • Apr. 27: More Music from the Stage Featuring opera choruses and scenes from Verdi, Puccini, Gilbert and Sullivan and more. At Ryerson United Church, 8pm. $24.50-$28 (TM).

• VANCOUVER PHOENIX CHAMBER CHOIR

Info: 604-437-9200 • PhoenixChamberChoir.bc.ca

• Mar. 17: Visionaries Featuring James Whitbourne’s Luminosity, a work for choir, organ, tanpura, viola and percussion. At Holy Rosary Cathedral, 8pm. $10-$25 from 604-584-4755.

CLASSICAL • EARLY MUSIC VANCOUVER

All events at 8pm at Christ Church Cathedral unless otherwise indicated. $32-$35 from EarlyMusic.bc.ca

• Feb. 11: Paolo Pandolfo Internationally acclaimed viola de gamba performer, specializing in renaissance, baroque and contemporary music. • Mar. 2: Kassia: The First Female Composer of the Occident Featuring VocaMe, a women’s vocal ensemble dedicated to performing works by Kassia. • Apr. 17: Quatuor Mosaiques: Schubert’s Rosamunde And works by Haydn and Mendelssohn. At Playhouse Theatre. • Apr. 20: Alexander the Great: Hero, Warrior, Lover Featuring the Boston Camerata and the TurkishAmerican ensemble Dunya.

• April 11: Anton Kuerti plays Beethoven’s Appassionato. At Orpheum, 10:30am.

• VANCOUVER RECITAL SOCIETY Tickets from 604-602-0363

• Feb. 19: Florian Boesch (baritone) and Roger Vignoles (piano) Selections by Schumann and Schubert. At Chan Centre, 3pm. $36-$58. • Feb. 26: Rodion Pogossov (baritone) and Mikhall Senovalov (piano) Selections byTchaikovsky, Mozart and more. At Kay Meek Centre, 3pm. $48. • Mar. 4: Steven Osborne

ity and all things taboo with her Cho Dependent show Feb.19 at Centre for the Performing Arts. 5) Comedy-folk duo Garfunkel and Oates (actresses/comedians Riki Lindhome and Kate Micucci) make brilliantly funny music Feb.16 at the Opening Gala at Centre for Performing Arts, Feb.17 at Tom Lee Music Hall and Feb.18 with two shows at the Comedy Mix. The ComedyFest runs Feb.16-25 at various venues. Full lineup, tickets and information: ComedyFest.com.—Andrea Warner

(piano) Selections by Beethoven, Ravel and more. At Chan Centre, 3pm. $36-$58. • Mar. 8: Murray Perahla (piano) Selections by Bach, Chopin and more. At Chan Centre, 8pm. $36-$99. • Mar. 18: Ellas String Quartet English group performs selections by Mozart, Janacek and Mendelssohn. At Playhouse, 3pm. $36-$48. • Mar. 25: Andreas Brantelld (cello) and Shal Wosner (piano) Selections by Debussy, Brahms and more. At Kay Meek Centre, 3pm. $48. • Apr. 19: Kirill Gerstein (piano) Award-winning German pianist performs

selections by Weber, Knussen, Mozart and more. At Chan Centre, 8pm. $36-58. • May 14: Christian Gerhaher (baritone) and Andras Schiff (piano) Songs by Beethoven, Haydn and more. At Chan Centre, 8pm. $36-65.

• VANCOUVER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

The VSO presents its 2012 series of concerts. All shows at Orpheum Theatre, 8pm, unless otherwise indicated. Info: 604-876-3434 • Tickets from VancouverSymphony.ca.

• Feb. 11,13: Romantic Rachmaninoff and Ravel: A Valentine Celebration

TALKING STICK FESTIVAL Celebrate aboriginal arts Feb. 20-Mar. 4 at various venues. Full schedule, tickets and info: FullCircle.ca.

• MUSIC IN THE MORNING

At Vancouver Academy of Music (1270 Chestnut), 10:30am. Tickets $16-$35 from MusicInThe Morning.org

• To Feb. 10: London Haydn Quartet • Mar. 7-9: Bach — The Goldberg Variations

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Featuring pianist Joyce Yang. $21.50-$84. • Feb. 18,20: John Lill plays Beethoven With additional works by Buhr, Elgar and more. $21.50-$84. • Feb. 24-25: Jupiter! The Magnificent Music of Mozart Featuring pianist Benedetto Lupo. At Chan Centre. $21.50-$84. • Mar. 1, 2pm: Come Fly With Me! Featuring violinist Jeanette Bernal-Singh and host Christopher Gaze. $21-$38. • Mar. 2-3: Wicked Divas Featuring New York Pops music director Steven Reineke and Broadway singers Emily Rozek and Julia Murney. $21.50-$84. • Mar. 17, 19: Peter Serkin and Brahms Featuring conductor Jun Marki and pianist Peter Serkin. $21.50$84. • Mar. 21: Renee Fleming Featuring famed soprano and conductor Sebastian Lang-Lessing. $20-$150. • Mar. 24, 26: Electrifying! Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg The violinist performs selections by Glinka, Shostakovich and more. $21.50-$84. • Apr. 2: The Wizard of Oz Screening of the beloved film with live music performed by the VSO. $22.50-$80. • Apr. 12: Lehar: The Merry Widow Franz Lehar’s beloved operetta with the UBC Opera Ensemble. $21-$38. • Apr. 13, 14: Let’s Dance! Featuring 2010 National Jitterbug champion and So You Think You Can Dance choreographer Carla Heiney. $21.50-$84. • Apr. 15, 7:30pm: Seoul Philharmonic Featuring Wu Wei, the world’s leading sheng player. $22.50-$80. • Apr. 20-21: Bach & Mendelssohn, with Dale Barltrop Featuring the acclaimed violinist. At Chan Centre. $26.75-$66. • Apr. 26: Larry King Broadcaster’s new stage show based on stories from his lengthy career and audience Q&A. $37-$89. • Apr. 28 (8pm) and Apr. 29 (2pm): Gilber & Sullivan’s Trial By Jury Featuring pianist Peter Longworth and UBC Opera Ensemble. $16-$59. • May 11-12: Essential Brass with Allen Vizzutti Featuring the acclaimed trumpeter. $21.50-$84.

• May 18-19: Jeffrey Kahane plays Bach and Mozart Featuring conductor/pianist performing selections such as Bach’s Keyboard Concerto No. 1 and more. At Chan Centre. $26.75-$66. • May 26, 28: Yevgeny Sudbin Featuring the acclaimed pianist under conductor Kazuyoshi Akiyama. Matinee: May 27, 2pm. $21.50-$84. • May 30: Last Night of the Proms Featuring the Vancouver Bach Choir. $21.50-$84. • June 2, 4: A Hero’s Life Featuring pianist Jan Lisiecki. $21.50-$84. • June 9, 11: Bramwell Tovey’s The Inventor The VSO conductor debuts the concert version of his new opera with soprano Erin Wall and more. $21.50-$84.

Benny Green Trio Famed NYC-based pianist. $64.99 (including two-course meal). • Feb. 23-24: Peter Bernstein Trio NYC-based guitarist w/ local musicians Jodi Proznick and Jesse Cahill. $16. • Mar. 2-3: Vincent Herring and the Tilden Webb Trio NYC-based alto saxophonist. $16. • Mar. 15: Van Django Gypsy jazz acoustic string ensemble. $15. • Apr. 5: Hal Galper Trio Acclaimed hard bop pianist. $16.

• CHAN CENTRE

Eclectic concert series featuring a variety of genres • All tickets from Ticketmaster.

• Mar. 9, 8pm: Tiempo Libre Acclaimed Grammynominated Cuban group. $51.50-$57.50. • Mar. 24, 8pm: Berlin Nights/Paris Days: The Art of Chanson Cabaraet singer Ute Lemper performs with the Vogler Quartet and Stefan Malzew. $51.50-$57.50. • Apr. 1, 7pm: Zakir Hussain and Masters of Percussion Percussion legend and tabla virtuoso. $51.50-$57.50.

• VETTA CHAMBER MUSIC

All shows at West Point Grey United Church (4594 W. 8th), 8pm, unless otherwise indicated. $12-$28 from VettaChamberMusic.com

• Mar. 30: Clarinet plus Quartets Quartets by Mendelssohn and Schumann, and a quintet by Brahms. • May 11: Beloved Piano Trios from Mozart, Simetana and Brahms.

OTHER CONCERTS

OTHER CLASSICAL

TONY WILSON & A DAY’S LIFE BAND Famed local gui-

ETERNAL LIGHT The Vancou-

tarist celebrates the release of his novella, A Day’s Life, and performs with JP Carter, Jesse Zubot, Peggy Lee, Russel Sholberg and Skye Brooks. Feb. 17 at Ironworks Studios, 8pm. $10-$15 from 604-683-8240.

ver Academy of Music Symphony Orchestra performs a tribute in memory of Maestro Wallace Leung. Feb. 19 at the Orpheum, 7:30pm. $6-$10 from VancouverAcademyOfMusic.com. STILL IMAGE The Bozzini

THE PLASTIC ACID ORCHESTRA Local 45-piece orches-

Quartet of Montreal, with Vancouver’s François Houle and Jeremy Berkman, perform four major interrelated works spanning 1998-2011. Feb. 26 at SFU Woodwards, 7pm. $10-$40 from SFUWoodwards.ca.

tra that performs classical and popular music, with gypsy-inspired cabaret act Maria in the Shower. Feb. 25 at Vogue Theatre, 7pm. $20-$30 (H, RC, NT). LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO Critically acclaimed

PACIFIC BAROQUE ORCHESTRA Presents A

among others. Mar. 20-25 at Western Front. Tickets prices TBA. Info: VancouverProMusica.ca. THE TOURÉ-RAICHEL COLLECTIVE Collaboration

between Mali musician Vieux Farka Touré and Israeli musician Idan Raichel play in support of their new work, The Tel Aviv Session. Apr. 29 at Norman Rothstein Theatre.

WORDS PANDORA’S COLLECTIVE 10TH ANNIVERSARY

Writing group celebrates and raises funds for its long-running Twisted Poets literary Salon with C.R. Avery, Jess Hill and Geoff Berner. Feb. 16 at Prophouse Cafe (1636 Venables), 7pm-12am. $10 plus a bottle of wine. ROBSON READING SERIES

All readings are free at the UBC Bookstore at Robson Square, 7pm, and free unless otherwise indicated. • Feb. 16: Steve Burgess (Who Killed Mom?) and Daniel Griffin (Stopping for Strangers) • Mar. 8: Sean Johnston (The Ditch Was Lit Like This) and Anne Simpson (Is) • Mar. 22: Dani Couture (Algoma) and Nicole Lundrigan (Glass Boys) • Apr. 3: Margaret Christakos (Welling), Steven Price (Omens in the Year of the Ox) and Leigh Kotsilldis (Hypotheticals) • May 3: Stephanie Bolster (A Page from the Wonders of Life on Earth)and Theresa Kishkan (Mnemonic: A Book of Trees) • May 17: Catherine Owen (Catalysts)and Waubgeshig Rice (Midnight Sweatlodge) • June 7: Phil Hall (Kildeer) and Aaron Bushkowsky (Curtains for Roy)

DON QUIXOTE If you have been holding your breath since 2005’s Swan Lake, for three days in February you can sigh and swoon with relief. A rarely performed and acclaimed classical ballet is coming to Vancouver. It was the dream of arts impresario David Lui two years ago to bring the National Ballet of Cuba, and their fiery signature ballet, Don Quixote, to a city that has typically embraced contemporary dance. Upon his passing in September of last year, friend and business partner Brent Belsher carried on to see Lui’s vision completed. Last week Belsher was in Victoria. He watched as Cuban dancers, some of the best in the world, discovered the city by bicycle, enjoying the sunshine after earning a standing ovation the night before.

All 75 members will be on stage at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver for the Canadian premier — revealing why it is said that the Cubans own Don Quixote. Belsher says he was drawn to the company by their excellence and the legend of choreographer and National Ballet of Cuba founder Alicia Alonso. Under her direction, the production effortlessly blends the drama of the 400-year-old classic with Russian showmanship and Latin passion. “Viengsay Valdés, the girl in the poster … she does 75 fouettés without ever going off pointe. She just keeps going and going, and that’s just her,” admired Belsher. Don Quixote runs Feb.16-18. $47-$97 from Ticketmaster.—Kelsey Klassen

South African band tours in support of its latest release, Songs from a Zulu Farm. Mar. 8 at Vogue Theatre, 7:30pm. $38.50-$42.50 from VogueTheatre.com.

Life for Art: Back, a Family of Virtuosi. Mar. 24 at St. Mark’s Church, 7:30pm and Mar. 25 at W. Vancouver United Church, 2:30pm. $10-$33 (BPT).

SONIC BOOM Annual festival of new music by B.C. composers, featuring the Vancouver Bass Project, Michael Murray and the world premiere of Owen Underhill’s new piece for a large brass ensemble

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YOUR GUIDE TO THE SEASON’S HOTTEST EVENTS Delhi 2 Dublin return to the CelticFest By Andrea Warner

n 2006, Sanjay Seran was recruited to play a one-off show at the CelticFest. Six years later, his band Delhi 2 Dublin is one of Vancouver’s most acclaimed live acts, touring the world over with its unique Bhangra-beatsCeltic-rock-world-fusion sound. In essence, D2D is the quintessential Vancouver band, a perfect sonic example of our multicultural mix. Seran spoke with WE about what it means to headline the festival that changed his life. The band was supposed to be a one-off, but now it’s been six years. Why does D2D work? Because we want it to. Any project VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL READERS AND WRITERS FESTIVAL PRESENTS

All readings are free at Vancouver Public Library’s Alice MacKay room at 7:30pm unless otherwise indicated. • Feb. 22: Richard Wag-

can work if people are having fun and willing to put in the work. I think we’ve found that balance. We work our asses off on the business side of things, including the willingness to tour like mad, and then we work even harder at maintaining the relationships in the band. When it’s all said and done, we get on stage and have the time of our lives. What’s the next album’s direction? The focus for the next album is definitely on our song writing and the approach to the songs. We feel that in the past we’ve had some great song ideas with some great beats but have been a little lacking with regards to fully developed songs. So, for the last three months we have written just over 20 songs and we’ve done so more collec-

amese (Indian Horse), Anne DeGrace (Flying with Amelia) and Robert Hough (Dr. Brinkley’s Tower) • Mar. 7: Steven Bruck (Omens in the Year of the Ox), Julie Price (Monkey Ranch) • Mar. 21: Tamara Faith Berg-

tively than we ever have in the past resulting in what I think is a more refined and distinctive D2D sound. In the next two weeks we are going narrow down which songs are going to make the record, which ones get shelved, and which ones should never be heard by ears other than ours. What elements are critical in separating “good” fusion from “bad” fusion? The key is to not over think it. If it sounds good, go with it. There is no formula to make music and that still holds with fusion music. Once it starts to become contrived, I usually feel, it’s not going to work. All of us add our style and colour to whatever it is we may be working on and that keeps it organic, no one is faking it and thus it is real.

er (Maidenhead), Anakana Schofield (Malarky) and Ben Wood (The Bellwether Revivals) • Apr. 4: Will Ferguson (419), Yasuko Thanh (Floating like the Dead) • Apr. 18: John Boyne (The Absolutist), Buffy Cran (Ra-

dio Belly) and Owen Laukkanen (The Professionals) • May 9: Linden MacIntyre and Richard Strursberg • May 28: Pulitzer Prizewinning author Richard Ford (Independence Day) discusses his newest book, Canada. At Frederic Wood Theatre, 7:30pm. $19-$21 from VancouverTix.com.

EVENTS TALES OF THE COCKTAIL

Featuring seminars, tasting rooms, bar crawl, dinner pairings, parties and more. Feb. 12-15 at various venues. Tickets, schedule and information: TalesOfTheCocktail.com.

WE’LL BE IN VANCOUVER, EXCHANGING THE OLD BC HYDRO METER ON YOUR HOME WITH A NEW SMART METER.

VANCOUVER WELLNESS SHOW 20th annual show-

case featuring over 300 exhibitors, demonstrations, workshops, and guest speakers, as well as info on pet wellness, massage and a kids play area. Feb. 17-19 at Vancouver Convention Centre East. Schedule, tickets and information: TheWellnessShow.com.

BC Hydro is upgrading homes and businesses with new smart meters. Moving to a more efﬁcient, modernized grid will help us meet the growing demand for electricity while continuing to deliver safe, reliable power throughout the province.

VANCOUVER PLAYHOUSE INTERNATIONAL WINE FESTIVAL 43th annual festival,

featuring more than 180 wineries, representing 15 countries. Feb. 27-Mar. 4 at Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre. Times and events vary. Info: PlayhouseWineFest.com

Here’s what you can expect: ã Typically, meter installation will take place Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. PST. ã Meter installers will have BC Hydro and Corix logos on their trucks and uniforms, and photo identiﬁcation badges.

featuring noteworthy women. All shows at the Centre for Performing Arts, 7:30pm. $35-$85 from UniqueLives.com. • Mar. 6: Clara Hughes Athlete and multi-Olympic medalist. • Apr. 17: Marlo Thomas Actress, author and founding director of the MS Foundation. • May 16: Jamie Lee Curtis Actress, author. • June 5: Connie Chung Former news anchor. 21ST CENTURY FLEA MARKET Retro furnishings,

books, antiques, rhinestone jewellery, records and more at this “shabby-chic to ’50s-kitsch” market with more than 170 tables. Mar. 18 at Croatian Cultural Centre, 10am-3pm. Admission $5. Info: 604-980-3159 or 21CPromotions.com MOTOWN MELTDOWN Fea-

turing more than 25 Canadian vocalists backed by a 12-piece band performing classics from the Motown songbook, benefitting the ShootingStarsFoundation. org. Mar. 31 at Commodore, 7pm. $30 (H, TM). A 360 DEGREE VIEW OF THE WORLD WITH ANDERSON COOPER Journalism’s silver

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turing something for fans of gaming, comics, genre television and film, and more, with guests Adam West and Burt Ward (Batman), Tom Felton (Harry Potter franchise), Nicholas Brendon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and more. Apr. 21-22 at Vancouver Convention Centre. Full tickets, schedule and information: FanExpoVancouver.com. STARS ON ICE: LOVE ’N’ LIFE TOUR Choreographed and

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Starring Tilda Swinton, Ezra Miller Directed by Lynne Ramsay In detailing the protracted build-up to and devastating aftermath of a Columbine-like massacre, Lynne Ramsay (Morvern Callar) seems keenly aware that even the slightest misstep could send things spiralling into schlock. The precariousness of this high-wire act only renders her riveting film all the more anxiety-inducing. Ramsay commences her portrait of Eva (Tilda Swinton) by presenting two disparate images of her protagonist. After dreaming of her younger days as a free spirit revelling at Spain’s La Tomatina festival, a bedraggled, haunted Eva awakens to her present reality: scraping off the red paint splattered on her home by spiteful neighbours, grovelling for menial work, and visiting her son Kevin (Ezra Miller) in prison. Unsurprisingly, the answers behind how Eva became a pariah lie with Kevin. Zigzagging through her narrative’s chronology, Ramsay methodically connects the dots. Eva’s efforts to repress her resentment over an unplanned pregnancy and conform to the ideals of motherhood are masterfully portrayed by Swinton. Furthermore, it’s chilling to watch her facade crumble whenever she locks eyes with the contemptuous Kevin, who never once buys her ruse. Disturbingly, his escalating anti-social behaviour largely seems intended to force Eva to finally be honest with herself. Consequently, the film’s intense sense of dread (abetted by a nerve-fraying sound design) not only comes from the spectre of violence looming over the proceedings but also Eva’s powerlessness: her inability to curb Kevin’s dark impulses is directly tied

Starring Eman Xor Oña, Limara Meneses Directed by Tono Errando, Javier Mariscal, Fernando Trueba One of the surprise Oscar nominees for Best Animated Feature, Chico & Rita delivers a simple, sturdy story that’s greatly enhanced by its glorious retro visuals and a swoon-worthy soundtrack. While wholly fictional, the narrative follows the trajectory we’ve seen in many a biopic: After being introduced to the protagonist in his autumn years — Chico (Eman Xor Oña) is a wizened shoeshine in grubby contemporary Havana — we’re whisked back to his heyday, 1948, when he’s one of Cuba’s leading jazz pianists. He strikes up a multifaceted partnership with chanteuse Rita (Limara Meneses) but the naked fistfight that caps their first night together suggests this is no fairytale romance. As many viewers will have a strong sense of precisely where this standard rise-and-fall tale is going, they’re afforded more time to admire the remarkable scenery along the way. While the bold, crude lines that depict the characters rarely detract from their expressiveness, you can’t help but wish that their personalities received the same attention to detail that graces the backdrops, whether it’s the art deco playground that is pre-communist Havana or the dingy basement jazz clubs of New York City (populated by the visages and music of Charlie Parker and Thelonious Monk). Ultimately, Chico & Rita proves the cinematic equivalent of any great song that entices you to overlook its trite lyrics because its melody and rhythm are so compelling. Furthermore, it possesses that one intangible that trumps all shortcomings: it has soul. — C.W.

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with Dace marketing manager Adele Tetangco at the launch of his newest book, Very Classy, at The Bay’s The Room on Feb. 2. 2 Chef Robert Clark (centre) deserved his beer after feeding 175 guests at the Brasserie Mystere at the Salt Building Feb. 2. Toasting his success at the Kronenbourg 1554 event were Carlsberg Canada’s Nick Relph and Tim Turner. 3 Owners Lorenzo Bottazzi and Andrea Bini welcomed the Italian Chamber of Commerce to BiBo Italian Restaurant on Jan.31 to sample the new lunch menu. 4 Pierre Derreumaux greeted guests at the opening bash for his new contemporary home decor boutique, espace d., on Feb. 1. 5 Hawksworth Communications’ Tiffany Soper gets a congratulatory hug from other half Ben van der Valk at her ‘Worthy 30’ party. 6 Heth PR gal Kate MacDougall and Montecristo associate editor Craig David Long celebrated MacDougall’s ‘Worthy 30’ status at the Mix and Mingler bash at Clough Club on Jan. 31.

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Free Will Astrology Rob Brezsny • Week of Feb. 9 ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19): “Marriage must be a relation either of sympathy or conquest,” said author George Eliot. I believe the same is true even about intimate bonds that have not been legally consecrated. Each tends to either be a collaboration of equals who are striving for common goals or else a power struggle in which one party seeks to dominate the other. Which of those two models has characterized your romantic history, Aries? Now is an excellent time to begin working to ensure that the partnership model will predominate for the rest of your long life. TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20): “Love loves to love love,” wrote James Joyce in his 1922 novel Ulysses. What Joyce said 90 years ago is still true: The world is a churning, burning uproar of yearning. The droning moan of “I want you, I need you” never dies down. Give yourself to that cosmic current without apology this Valentine season, Taurus. Celebrate your voracious ache for love. Honor your urge to merge with reverence and awe for its raw splendor. GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20): I’ve ghostwritten a personal ad for you to give to your Valentine or potential Valentine: “I’m looking for a free yet disciplined spirit I can roll down hills with on sunny days and solve thorny puzzles with when the skies are cloudy. Can you see the absurd in the

serious and the serious in the absurd? Are you a curious chameleon always working to sharpen your communication skills? Might you be attracted to a sweet-talking wise-ass who’s evolving into a holy goofball? Emotional baggage is expected, of course, but please make sure yours is organized and well-packed. Let’s create the most unpredictably intriguing versions of beauty and truth that anyone ever imagined.” CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22): On average, an adult on planet Earth has sex 103 times a year. But I’m guessing that in the immediate future, Cancerians everywhere may be motivated to exceed that rate by a large margin. The astrological omens suggest that your tribe’s levels of sensual desire may reach astronomical heights. Do you know anyone you’re attracted to who might be willing to help you out as you follow your bliss? If not, be your own Valentine. One way or another, it’s prime time to celebrate your relationship with eros. LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22): I’d love for you to be able to always give the best gifts you have to give without worrying about whether they will be received in the spirit with which you offer them. But that’s just not realistic. I would also be ecstatic if you never had to tone down your big, beautiful self out of fear that others would be jealous or intimidated. And yet that’s not a rational possibility, either. Having said that, though, I do want to note that now and then both of those pleasurable scenarios can prevail for extended lengths of time. And I believe you’re now in one of those grace periods.

VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22): In accordance with the astrological omens, here’s what I wish and predict for you in the near future: You will be a connoisseur of temptations. By that I mean you will have a knack for attracting and playing with allurements and enticements. More importantly, you’ll have a sixth sense about the distinction between good bait and bad bait -between provocative temptations that will serve your most fervent dreams and debilitating traps that will dissipate your integrity. And when you get a lock on the invigorating, ennobling kind, you will know just how to work with it so that it drives you wild with smart longing. LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22): Eliphas Levi was a 19th-century author and hermetic magician whose work has had a major influence on Western mystery schools. The great secret of magic, he said, is fourfold: “to KNOW what has to be done, to WILL what is required, to DARE what must be attempted, and to KEEP SILENT with discernment.” Your assignment, Libra, is to apply this approach to your love life. How can you create a relationship with love that will be a gift to the world and also make you smarter, kinder, and wilder? KNOW what magic you have to do. WILL yourself to do it. DARE to be ingenious and inspired. And don’t tell anyone what you’re doing until you achieve your goal. SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21): After analyzing the astro data for this Valentine season, I realized that you could really benefit from being less sober, solemn, and serious about your intimate relationships. That’s why I decided to collect some one-liners for you to use as you loosen up your approach

to togetherness. Please consider delivering them to anyone you’d like to be closer to. 1. “Let’s go maniacally obsess about our lives in a soothing environment.” 2. “We’ll be best friends forever because you already know too much about me.” 3. “It would be great if you would schedule your social events around my mood swings.” 4. “I’m sorry I drunk-dialed you before realizing you were already in bed with me.” 5. “I wanna do boring things with you.” (All the one-liners come from SomeEcards. com.) SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21): “The world is an oyster, but you don’t crack it open on a mattress,” said a character in an Arthur Miller play. He was referring to the idea that if you’re obsessed with sex and romance, your level of worldly accomplishment may be rather low. It jibes with what a friend in my youth told me when he noticed how much of my energy was engaged in pursuing desirable females: “They don’t build statues in parks for guys who chase women.” I realize you may not be wildly receptive to ruminating on these matters during the Valentine season, Sagittarius. However, the omens suggest I advise you to do just that. It’s a good time to fine-tune the balance between your life-long career goals and your quest for love. CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19): Ancient Egyptians thought that drinking bear grease could stimulate ardor, while the Greeks believed that eating sparrow brains would do the trick. When potatoes first appeared in Spain in 1534, imported from the New World, they were used in love potions and worth more than $1,000 a pound. The Asian rhinoceros

was hunted nearly to extinction because its horn was thought to have aphrodisiac properties. Just in time for Valentine season, I’d like to suggest that you call on a very different kind of romantic stimulant that costs nothing and doesn’t endanger any species: being a good listener. AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18): Maybe there is a soulmate for you in this world. Maybe there isn’t. But you can count on this: If that person is out there, you will never bond with him or her by clinging to a set of specific expectations about how it should happen. He or she will not possess all the qualities you wish for and will not always treat you exactly as you want to be. I’m sure you already know this deep down, Aquarius, but hearing it from an objective observer like me might help liberate you further from the oppressive fantasy of romantic perfection. That way you can better recognize and celebrate the real thing. PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20): “We are all a little weird and life’s a little weird, and when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall in mutual weirdness and call it love.” So proclaimed Dr. Seuss. I think this is an excellent meditation for you during this season of love. You need more permission to share your idiosyncrasies and eccentricities, and you need more freedom to ally yourself with people whose idiosyncrasies and eccentricities you’re compatible with -- and on behalf of the cosmos, I’m hereby giving you that permission. HOMEWORK: Write yourself a nice long love letter. Send a copy to me: FreewillAstrology.com.

Polar bear swim wants to stop kids’ cancer cold By Kelsey Klassen

ids’ cancer is getting the cold shoulder. The first annual Sears Great Canadian Chill polar bear swim is coming to Vancouver Feb. 18. Participants are raising funds and awareness to support research and treatment of pediatric cancers and, in turn, will plunge

into the waters off Second Beach in Stanley Park at noon. Mercedes Book, co-founder of One Big Movement, is keen to get wet for the good cause. Book and her two colleagues, Joseph Choi and Lynn Shinto, have all lost loved ones to cancer.

A polar bear swimmer since she was a kid, Book thought the Chill was a perfect event to link with their newly launched non-profit. “We’ll each have an O, B or M on us, so we’ll be pretty easy to spot. Afterwards, I’d say there’s a 150 per cent chance that I’ll be stealing their towels,” she vows. You can support the the team at OneBigMovement.org. Head to TheChill.ca to register or sponsor others.

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VENUE LOCATIONS

ing Trey Spruance’s (Faith No More) instrumental rock group and psyche pop-rock band, respectively. Feb. 10 at Rickshaw, 8pm. $20 (RC, H, Z, NorthernTickets.com).

VINYL VAUDEVILLE Fine dining meets circus arts in this new dinner theatre offering Feb. 10-18 at Performance Works.

THE JAYHAWKS Alt-country group plays in support of its new album, Mockingbird Time. Feb. 10 at Commodore, 8pm. $30 (Z, H, RC, TM).

YACHT Portland-based electronic duo. Feb. 10 at Media Club, 8pm. $15 (RC, Z, NorthernTickets.com).

SIZZLE TEEN RECORDS LABEL LAUNCH PARTY New local record company aimed at younger artists and their audience, with performances by Diamond Dancer, Previous Tenants, Man Your Horse and We Are Gaze. Feb. 11 at Railway Club, 8:30pm. $10 at the door.

THE BE GOOD TANYAS Local folk-country trio. Feb. 11 at Vogue, 7pm. $22 (Z, RC, NT).

SIMPLE PLAN Montreal-based pop-punk band with guests Marianas Trench, All Time Low, These Kids Wear Crowns. Sept. Feb. 11 at Pacific Coliseum, 6pm. $29.50-$45.50 (TM). SYMPHONY X / ICED EARTH

VALENTINE’S EVENTS PRE-VALENTINE’S AT FEDERICO’S Dinner, dancing and comedy show (featuring Erica Sigurdson). Feb. 10 at Federico’s Supper Club (1728 Commercial), 6:30pm. $50 (three-course meal and entertainment) from 604-251-3473.

LOVE BITES... SO DANCE INSTEAD Public Dreams hosts this Valentine’s party with DJs Timothy Wisdom and Nils. Feb. 11 at Royal Canadian Legion (2205 Commercial), 9pm-2am. $15-$20 from PublicDreams.org or at the door.

CHOCOLATE FOR THE HEART Valentine’s Day prelude concert with chocolates and wine, benefitting the scholarship fundraiser for students attenting the Vancouver International Song Institute. Feb. 12 at Hycroft Manor (1489 McRae), 3-5:30pm. $75 (BPT).

A PARISIAN AFFAIR Valentine’s party and perfume launch, with live music, body painting and DJ Simon Sayz. Feb. 14 at Canvas Lounge, 7pm. $35 (CZ).

THE 12TH ANNUAL PEOPLE’S PROM Communityoriented, queer-friendly, anticapitalist prom for everyone else, with host Paul Anthony, DJs and more. Feb. 14 at Waldorf, 8pm. $10 from WaldorfHotel.com.

VALENTINE’S DAY BENEFIT

Heavy metal co-headliners with guests Warbringer. Feb. 14 at Commodore, 7pm. $35 (TM).

DIERKS BENTLEY Country singer/songwriter. Feb. 15 at Centre for the Performing Arts, 7:30pm. $55-$72 (TM).

CONCERT Acclaimed local musicians Reid Jamieson and Harmony Trowbridge raise funds for Vancouver Rape Relief and Women’s Shelter. Feb. 14 at Railway Club, 7:30pm. $10 at the door.

CHICAGO Grammy Award-

SAY WHA? Post-Valentine’s

based pop-rock group with guests Electric Touch. Feb. 17 at Venue, 7pm. $17.50 (TM).

edition with love and romance themed comedy readings by Caitlin Howden, Barbara Kozicki, Aaron McCallum and more. Feb. 15 at Cottage Bistro (4470 Main), 8pm. $5-$10 at the door.

CONCERTS REACHOUT PSYCHOSIS 100,000 PARTY Evening of

Thursday, Feb. 9 Thursday, Feb. 15

winning pop-rock band “(Saturday in the Park”). Feb. 16 (Red Robinson Show Theatre) and Feb. 17 (River Rock), 7pm. $84.50-$104.50 (TM).

HOT CHELLE RAE Nashville-

OPERA OPERA PRO CANTANTI Repertory opera company performs Verdi’s Macbeth. Feb. 12 at Cambrian Hall (215 E. 17th), 7pm. $12-$18 from 604-646-0406.

music and comedy celebrating the mental health program ReachOut. Feb. 9 at Rhizome Cafe, 6:30pm.

THEATRE

SECRET CHIEFS 3 / DENGUE FEVER Co-headlining bill featur-

1930s-style vintage cabaret dinner theatre with trapeze, acrobats,

VINYL VAUDEVILLE

music and food. Feb. 10-18 at Performance Works, 8pm. Matinees: Feb. 12 & 18, 2pm. $69-$149 from VinylVaudeville.com.

WHEELS OF VENGEANCE: THE DIRECTOR’S CUT Musical com-

THE COMEDY MIX Comedy club with themed pro-am nights and internationally renowned headliners. Tues-Thurs 8:30pm. Fri-Sat, 8pm and 10:30pm. At 1015 Burrard (inside the Century Plaza). THEATRESPORTS LEAGUE Improv comedy at The Improv Centre on Granville Island (1502 Duranleau). Ticket prices vary $5-$25 from 604-687-1644 and VTSL.com.15 • Encore! A Musical Improv Series: Wed 7:30 • Improv Test Kitchen: Wed 9pm • Ultimate Improv Championship: Thurs 9:15pm • St. Valentine’s Day Massacre: To Feb. 11: Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri-Sat, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Feb. 12-14 (Finals): 7:30pm and 9:30pm. • Scared Scriptless: Fri-Sat 11:15pm

BLIND PANTHER STAND-UP COMEDY Weekly comedy night hosted by Jason Bryden and Jimmy Barnes. Mon at Prophouse Cafe (1636 Venables), 9pm. $5 cover.

QUEER IMPROV SHOW Tops & Bottoms improv group’s weekly show. Mon at Oasis Ultra Lounge, 7pm. Free.

THE $100 WINNER TAKES ALL VARIETY SHOW Patrick Maliha hosts this weekly variety show every Tues. The Fray (3980 Fraser), 9-11pm. Free. To sign up, contact Patrick Maliha via Facebook.

DANCE NEW ANIMAL The 605 Collective presents a new multi-media work choreographed by Dana Gingras. To Feb.11 at the Cultch, 8pm. $16 and up from Tickets.TheCultch.com.

edy farce about a gang banger who’s paralyzed and sent to prison where he’s possessed by the evil spirit of a Nazi death camp commander. Feb. 9-11, 16-18 at Spectral Theatre Studio (350 Powell), 8pm. $12-$16 from SpectralTheatre.com.

VISUAL ARTS

TRACES Théâtre la Seizième

STAN DOUGLAS BOOK LAUNCH Acclaimed photogra-

presents a new production about image and the marketing of intimacy. To Feb. 11 at Studio 16 (1545 W. 7th), 8pm. $24-$27 from 604-736-2616.

DUET FOR ONE A violinist turns to a psychiatrist for help grappling with her future after an unexpected tragedy. To Feb. 12 at Jericho Arts Centre, 8pm. $16-$20 from UnitedPlayers.com or 604-224-8007.

DO YOU WANT WHAT I HAVE GOT? A CRAIGSLIST CANTATA Veda Hille and Bill Richardson’s hilarious new musical. To Feb. 18 at Revue Stage, 8pm. $45 from 604-687-1644 or ArtsClub.com.

I LOVE YOU BECAUSE Intimate Theatre Productions’ inaugural show is the critically acclaimed musical about New Yorkers looking for love. To Feb. 25 at Studio 1398 (Granville Island), 8pm. $20-$28 from BrownPaperTickets.com. JULIUS CAESAR A gender reverse take on the Bard’s bloody political tragedy. To Feb. 26 at Studio 58, 8pm (Tues-Sat). Matinees: Sat-Sun, 3pm (except Feb. 4). $12-$22 (TT).

THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES A musical about an all-girl singing group performing at their senior prom in 1958. To Feb. 26 at PAL Theatre, 8pm (Wed-Sat). $25-$30 (TT). INTIMATE APPAREL A love story set in 1905 about an independent African-American seamstress who longs for romance. To Mar. 10 at Granville Island Stage, 8pm (WedSat, Mon; Tues, 7:30pm). Matinees: Wed-Sat, 2pm. $29-$49 from 604-687-1644.

pher’s new book, Stan Douglas: Abbot & Cordova, 7 August 1971. Feb. 10 at Charles H. Scott Gallery at READ Books (1399 Johnston), 7:30pm.

GRANVILLE FINE ART Presents Flowing in the Waves of Love, featuring artist Miriam Aroeste. To Feb. 10 at Granville Fine Art (2447 Granville).

HAVANA GALLERY Presents Pure Abstraction, featuring artist Deb Chaney. To Feb. 15 at Havana Gallery (1212 Commercial).

BENEFITS BE JEWELLED Cocktail fundraiser benefiting the Vancouver Opera, with guest, soprano Mihoko Kinoshita. Feb. 9 at Birks (698 W. Hastings), 6-8pm. $80 from 604-682-2871.

BINGO FOR LIFE Weekly event raises funds for Vancouver Friends For Life Society. Wed at Celebrities (1022 Davie), 8pm. Joan-E and Justine Tyme invite you into their new home. Bingo cards by donation. Info: FriendsForLife.ca

FILM 11TH ANNUAL WORLD FILM FESTIVAL Featuring social justice and environmental docs from around the world. Feb. 10-12 at Langara College. Schedule and tickets: CodeVFilmFest.org.

TRADE SHOWS

CASS MCCOMBS Humour Rise Last year Cass McCombs and his very pro band gave us two most exquisite albums! One was a sublime divine collection of haunting ballads that spoke to the darkness in his heart. The other was a more jaunty affair, that although still relatively forlorn, was also somewhat more of a pop workout featuring tins of guitar hooks, reverby melodies and harmonies that Brian Wilson (during his acid years) would have approved of. So, why don’t you enter to win one of 5 copies we are giving away and you can try and ﬁgure out which is which! Cass McCombs is a master tunesmith – this is your chance to listen to one of the best writers in the game.

THiS WEEK’S TOP EiGHT 1 LEONARD COHEN “Old Ideas”

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COMEDY SIDE SHOW COMPEDY IMPROV Pacific Theatre presents its annual improv showcase, featuring the Fringe hit Peter ’n’ Chris. Feb. 10-11 at Pacific Theatre, 8pm. $11.50-$20.50 from PacificTheatre.org.

50th anniversary of B.C.’s largest boat show expands to two venues: Granville Island Maritime Market and Marina and BC Place. Feb. 8-12. Times, tickets and schedule of events: VancouverBoatShow.ca.

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HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051

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DIAL-A-LAW: access free information on BC law. 604-687-4680; 1.800.565.5297; www.dialalaw.org (audio available). LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE: need a lawyer? Learn more by calling 604-687-3221; 1.800.663.1919. HOST FAMILIES NEEDED. Northern Youth Abroad is looking for families to host 2 youth from Nunavut/NWT, volunteering in your community JULY/AUGUST. www.nya.ca. Call 1-866-212-2307.

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DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, FREE TO TRY!!! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call: #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1. Call: 1-866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet Local Single Ladies. 1877-804-5381. (18+).

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding available. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

Be Your Own Boss! Attention Locals! People req. to work from home online. Earn $500$4500+ P/T or F/T. Toll Free 1.877.880.8843 leave mess.

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

CHEF, F/T Sushi Star (Vancouver) Highschool grad. 3-5 yrs exp. Eng/ Kor. $18.75/hr. Ph: 604-974-0079 FT JAPANESE AND/OR KOREAN COOK, new menu, train staff, supervise kitchen operation, min 3yrs exp, $16-18/hr, supervise kitchen, Fax, 604-806-0361,Bay Sushi Cafe. K & J Holdings Ltd. dba Northland Restaurant now hiring 1 F/T Food Service Supervisor. Must have 3 years exp. $12.56/hour. Must be avail for all shifts incl weekends & public holidays. Mail resume to: 6363 Imperial Ave, W. Vancouver, B.C. V7W 2J5.

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

REGISTERED NURSE Bayshore Home Health Is currently seeking a Registered Nurse with Pediatric experience to work with a child with complex care needs who has a tracheostomy and is ventilator dependant. Pediatric ICU experience an asset. If you are an experienced Pediatric RN, and interested in this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to:

pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca or fax to 604-739-7435

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BUSY oral surgery practice in Langley requires full-time CDA. Surgical experience an asset. Fax resume to 604-532-9687

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4tTH YEAR Journeyman Plumbers & Sheetmetal workers needed in Kindersly SK. Top wages, benefits, RRSP, room for advancement, positive work atmosphere. Contact office@lukplumbing.com or 306 463-6707. 4tTH YEAR Journeyman Plumbers & Sheetmetal workers needed in Kindersly SK. Top wages, benefits, RRSP, room for advancement, positive work atmosphere. Contact office@lukplumbing.com or 306 463-6707

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EXPERIENCED DRILLERS, Derrickhands, Motorhands and Floorhands. Seeking full rig crews. Paying higher than industry rates and winter bonus. Send resume c/w valid tickets. Fax 780-955-2008; info@tempcodrilling.com Phone 780-955-5537 DREAMING of a new career? Look in bcclassified.com’s

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Optical Dispensing is a high-growth industry with good pay and job security. Train for a “Career With Vision”. START YOUR OWN BUSINESS!!

MODEL/TALENT AGENCIES

MOVIE EXTRAS !

• 6-month program . . . starts Feb. 20th, 2012 • Financial assistance available • Hurry . . . enrolment limited!!

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The Classifieds: Small Ads, Big Deals! phone 604-575-5555

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canada’s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca

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Mature persons with car or truck to deliver Yellow Pages™ Telephone Directories in the Vancouver area.

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Advertising Representative

Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

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EARN EXTRA CASH! - P/T, F/T Immediate Openings For Men & Women. Easy Computer Work, Others Positions Are Available. Can Be Done From Home. No Experience Needed. www.HWC-BC.com

Like music and a team environment? No experience nec, no telemarketing, 10 openings available. Call Erica at 604-777-2195

Vancouver's Urban Weekly, is seeking a full time retail advertising/ marketing representative.

FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

All Sports Minded Individuals!!! $11 - $20/hr!

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BE YOUR OWN BOSS with Great Canadian Dollar Store. Franchise opportunities now available. Call today for details 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com.

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to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

DELIVERY PERSONS

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783 Become a Psychiatric Nursetrain locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com

HELP WANTED

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. requires a Spray Foam & Paint Applicator. Must have minimum 2 years experience, and must be in good physical health. Great wages, benefits, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus, long term employment. Wages $33. - $35./hour. Join a winning team. Call 780-846-2231 for appointment or send resume to: Fax 780-846-2241 or email Blaine Ross at blaine@autotanks.ca or Basil Inder at: production@autotanks.ca

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MAINTENANCE/LOADER OPERATOR NEEDED This is a fulltime, permanent position starting immediately at our plant in Princeton, BC. Minimum of 10 years maintenance experience required on a variety of production and mobile equipment. Experience in a post mill, or small to medium size sawmill preferred. Must be able to handle a variety of tasks, work well with minimum supervision and be part of the team. Please submit resumes by fax 250295-7912 or email g_zieske@xplornet.ca PORT HARDY-Available immediately, working Bodyshop Manager. Painter/Bodyman. Competitive pay, benefits and bonuses. Also looking for a Journeyman GM Technician. Send resumes to Attention Cory, klassengm@gmail.com or fax 250949-7440. PROCESSOR OPERATOR WANTED To run a Waratah dangle head on a Volvo carrier. Work on site in our post and rail yard in Princeton, BC. Great working conditions, competitive wages, benefits, profit sharing, 10 hour days, 4 days a week. This is a fulltime permanent position. Fax your resume to 250-2957912 or email g_zieske@xplornet.ca

WANTED: Trained Hairdressers, Male or Female for Salons in Grand Prairie, Alberta & area. 780-933-1236 HAIR 4 U TRAVEL with bcclassified.com

MOULDER/GRINDER

OPERATOR

This opportunity is for a results oriented individual. Candidates for this position will possess the ability to service existing clients and develop new business in an extensive and varied territory. Must enjoy outside sales.

Must have experience. Great compensation package. Monday to Friday position available.

If you have a proven track record in sales and customer service, thrive on working in a fast-paced environment, are highly motivated, career oriented with strong organization and communication skills, we would like to hear from you.

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Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and combines a salary/benefit package designed to attract and retain outstanding employees. Please send your application in confidence to: Gail Nugent Advertising Manager WE 280-1770 Burrard St., Vancouver, BC V6J 3G7 email: admanager@WEVancouver.com

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Cooks (Casuals) wanted IMMEDIATELY Seniors’ Care – West End location

Honouring The Past. Inspiring The Future.

We require motivated, experienced Cooks (Casual) to join our prestigious Independent Living facility The Terraces on 7th located in Vancouver’s West End. Under the direction of the Chef/Food Services Manager, the Cook is responsible for the daily production, delivery and service of high quality items for our discerning clientele, and the maintenance of a safe, sanitary workplace. Qualifications: • Grade 12 or equivalent as well as a combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Culinary or Apprenticeship program an asset. • Minimum of two (2) years culinary experience in hotels or restaurants. • Food Safe Level 1 Certificate and Serving it Right Certificate an asset. • Knowledge and experience with cooking, butchery, baking, kitchen equipment and machines. • Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards. • Some supervisory experience preferred, but not essential. For a detailed description and to apply online, please visit our website IMMEDIATELY at: www.retirementconcepts.com/careers. Please indicate which site you prefer. Retirement Concepts is an equal opportunity employer.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

LANGLEY CNC SHOP looking for a CNC Mill Operator and a CNC Mill Programmer. Our shop uses modern 4 Japanese horizontal milling machines and one Vertical to produce our own product. We run 95% aluminum and utilize Chick Workholding. Solidworks and Gibbs are the Cadd/Cam used. Applicants must have 2 years on the job for either position. Also applicants must be willing to work in a flexible good natured envoirment, that is not bring negativity into the shop. Hours are 7:00AM-3:30 PM Monday-Friday. Pay will be based on skill level and will be at or above market standards. Extended medical offered after 3 months. WELDER FABRICATOR ASSEMBLY LINE WORKERS A well established truck & trailer company has immediate openings for several experienced positions at their location in Surrey. These are permanent positions, wages are negotiable. Candidates who fulfill the requirement should: Fax resume 604-596-3106

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PERSONAL SERVICES 172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS PSYCHIC readings by Valerie. Are you searching for peace of mind? Advice on all problems. Results in 3 days. 1-800-860-2701

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HEALTH PRODUCTS

HERBAL MAGIC Open House. Feb. 6th-12th. Drop by for prizes, discounts and product tasting. Special Offer - Lose weight, less than $10/week. Call 1-800-376-2104.

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MOVING & STORAGE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

329 PAINTING & DECORATING A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

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10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 $36/HOUR. Local lic’d Plumber. Big & small jobs. Plumbing, heating, plugged drains, call 778-245-7646

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS Re-roofing, Repair & New Roof Specialists. Work Guar. WCB.10% Senior’s. Disc. Jag 778-892-1530

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Well maintained, cleaned property, located heart of Downtown Vancouver. Please call the Manager at:

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WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $180 or Well Rotted 10 yds - $200. 604-856-8877

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

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1 & 2 Bedroom apts avail starting at $1075/mo. - West End. Clean, Quiet Bldg. No Pets. Near beach!

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

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REAL ESTATE

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Comox Manor

HOUSES FOR SALE

Large 2 bdrms - $1625/mo. Bachelor - $950/mo. Hardwood floors. Avail Immediately. Call 604-669-9769

604.587.5865

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything... But Dead Bodies!!

NORTH VANCOUVER

220.JUNK(5865)

CENTURY APT 250 East 15th Ave.

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

Spacious 1 & 2 bdrooms avail. 2 Blocks from Lonsdale Quay. Balcony parking at back. Laundry fac. avail. Swim pool & sauna.

PETS

Call 604-830-7587

PETS

www.aptrentals.com

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $600. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls

NORTH VANCOUVER

LEIGHTON APT 130 East 11th Ave.

BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies. Vet checked with first shots and ready for new homes. $1,200. 778241-5504. Langley

Recently renovated 1 & 2 bdrooms avail. 1 Block from Lonsdale Quay. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, laundry facility, u/g parking, balcony. Includes heat & water. Elevator.

Cairn Terriers: shots/dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. over 20 yrs of referrals. 604-807-5204 or 604-592-5442/604-854-1978

Call 604-830-7587

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

CAVALIER King Charles Spaniels, vet checkd, vaccinated. Champion Sired. (604)630-7788 CHIHUAHUA, 5 year old, female, very sweet & clean, $400. Call 604794-7347 ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES Male/Female, shots, micro-chip, vet checked, health guarantee. $2400. Call 604-970-3807. F1B GOLDENDOODLE pups. Vet ✔ Ready to go. 1st shots, dewormed. Family raised. $900. 604-309-4595. GOLDEN Retriever puppies, born Jan. 7th, family raised, very well socialized, 1st shots & deworming included. Mission 604-820-4827. GOLDEN Retriever pups. Ready to go. Vet ✔, 1st shots, dewormed. Family raised. $600. 778-808-5459. LAB cross puppies, vet checked, 1st shots, eager and social $350, 604-823-6739 afternoons/evenings. NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com POMERIAN Teacup loving babies, 1st shots, dewormed, dew claws done $650 + (604)581-2772

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BARAFIELD APTS Affordable Westend living! LAKEFRONT HOME TEN MILE LAKE QUESNEL BC. PROPERTYGUYS.COM #68177

1 bedroom – includes heat / hot water some fully renovated! Sorry no pets.

LAKEFRONT HOME TEN MILE LAKE QUESNEL BC. $439,000. PROPERTYGUYS.COM #68177

Call 604-215-9410

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HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOMES BC The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 604.657.9422

TRANSPORTATION 810 Need A Vehicle! UapplyUdrive.ca

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MORTGAGES

PRIVATE MORTGAGE Lender. Funding smaller 2nd, 3rd, & interim mortgages. No fees! Please call 604-736-6914 or grpacific@telus.net. Courtesy to agents.

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

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Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

Guaranteed

Auto

2003 CHEVY MALIBU, 110,000 km., auto, V6, Air Cared, good tires, $4300 obo (604)531-3251

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery.

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CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519

Largest Dealer Group Huge Selection Cars Trucks Vans Suvs. Free delivery BC/AB Best Rates Always Approved. Apply online: autocredit911.com or call Tollfree-1-888-635-9911

Studios & Bach Suites

AUTO FINANCING Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

CARS - DOMESTIC

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

Available Immediately

GARDEN EQUIPMENT

845

YOU’RE APPROVED

818

Auto Loans Approved!!

APARTMENT/CONDO

TRANSPORTATION

Poor, Good, OR No Credit at AUTO CREDIT NOW Details and APPLY online autocreditwithbarrie.com OR TOLL FREE 1-877-356-0743

RENTALS

• Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

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AUTO FINANCING

2006 IMPALA LS, all options, original owner. $5500 obo. Call 604581-0589.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

604.

810 Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

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2006 Kubota RTV900 Diesel 4 wd 125 hrs. Pwr dump, Warn winch, Ex. cond. $9700. 604-671-7256

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AUTO FINANCING

CHECK CLASSIFIEDS

✓

• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

560

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1996 PONTIAC BONNIEVILLE SE good shape, lady driven, many new parts / tires. $1200. 604-859-0066

MATTRESSES staring at $99

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OTHER AREAS

TRANSPORTATION

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FURNITURE

Queen Pillow Top Mattress & Box • 720 Coil 2.5’’ Pillowtop • Brand New • 10 yr. warranty • Your Price $490 604.807.5864 The Mattress Guy

TRANSPORTATION

HAWAII ON THE MAINLAND, where healthy low-cost living can be yours. Modern Arenal Maleku Condominiums, 24/7 secured Community, Costa Rica “the most friendly country on earth”! 1-780952-0709; www.CanTico.ca.

LEGAL SERVICES

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

REAL ESTATE

RECYCLE-IT!

CRIMINAL RECORD?

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AT NORTHWEST ROOFING

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

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PETS

2guyswithatruck.ca Moving & Storage Visa OK. 604-628-7136

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

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Samoyed Pups Champion Sired, Vet chk/ vac. $1200: 604-630-7788 www.summerhillsamoyeds.com

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

PETS

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500.

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

940 ADULT PHONE SERVICE

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $8800 incl. tax. Call 604-538-4883

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TRUCKS & VANS

1992 PLEASURE-WAY Dodge van, 318 engine, 4 spd., no rust, many upgrades, mint cond. $20,900 obo (604)853-2427 1999 CHEVY VENTURE, white, auto, rebuilt trans, head gasket, new brakes, $2495. (604)826-0519 2001 Ford Ranger XLT 4X4 175,000k, needs some work$2400 604-830-7797 or 604-467-7598

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of HARRY HERMAN, formerly of 311, 1001 West 43rd Avenue, Vancouver BC V6M 2B8 Deceased, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor Jeffry B. Herman c/o S. Pavony, 2162 York Avenue, Vancouver BC V6K 1C3 on or before March 9, 2012, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. - Jeffry B. Herman, Executor.

VALENTINE’S DAY 100% BC Owned and Operated Prices Effective Thursday, February 9 to Wednesday, February 15, 2012 We reserve the right to limit quantities. We reserve the right to correct printing errors.

Grocery Department

Meat Department

Salt Spring Organic Fair Trade Coffee

So Nice Fresh Soy Beverages

assorted varieties

from

10.99

creamo, 18% or fat free

from

WOW!

PRICING

3.49

400g • product of B.C.

Dairyland Cream

Whole Organic Chickens

Green & Black’s Organic Fair Trade Chocolate Bars

WOW!

PRICING

Canadian Heritage Organic Maple Syrup

100g • product of Italy

Amy’s Kitchen Organic Frozen Pizzas

assorted varieties

4.99

3.99

3/3.33

assorted varieties

48g • product of USA

from

Vij’s Indian Meals (Frozen)

10.99

assorted varieties 500ml

from

6.99

3.79

560g

All Valentine’s Rice Cookies and Cakes

assorted varieties

WOW!

170-340g • product of USA

PRICING

various sizes • product of USA

2.69

1.00 off regular retail price

71g

Radius Toothbrushes Wide massaging head helps reduce chronic bleeding and receding gums. Handle made from 100% cellulose which comes from sustainable yield forests (eco-friendly). 100% recycled packaging

8.99

Rice Bakery

300g • product of B.C.

Casbah Side Dishes

2.39

Natural, aromatherapy foam baths for kids are gently formulated for everyday use.

6.99

Organic Light Rye Bread

2.49

Earth’s Choice Organic Almond Butter

Aura Cacia Calming Foam Bath for Kids

Valentine’s 4" Belgian PRICING

regular retail price

Health Care Department

WOW! Chocolate Cake

200-340g

3.99

200g • reg 5.99

Bakery Department

Gardein Dairy and Frozen Meals

assorted varieties

1 lb pkg.

bags only

176-397g

Clif Luna Bars

2.98

20% off

Camino Organic Fair Trade Juice

from

California Grown

Organic Fruity Hearts Candy

assorted varieties

500g product of Canada

+ dep. + eco fee

Sweet Strawberries

Bulk Department

Tre Stelle Bocconcini

2/6.00

946ml

3 lb bag

5.49

assorted varieties

15 count

2.98

size 16-20

Liberté Méditerranée Yogurt

7.99

B.C. Grown, Certified Organic

500g • reg 6.99

220g

assorted varieties

1ea

Seventh Generation 4X Liquid Laundry Detergent two varieties

12.99

1.47L

WOW!

Seminars & Events

PRICING

at Alchemy & Elixir Health Group, Suite 320-1026 Davie St., Vancouver Thursday, February 16, 6:00-8:00pm. Herbal Compresses and Poultices: Herbal Medicines for Topical Treatment with Katolen Yardley, MNIMH, Medical Herbalist. Cost $15. To register call 604-683-2298.

Look for our

WOW! PRICING

www.choicesmarkets.com Kitsilano

Cambie

Kerrisdale

Yaletown

2627 W. 16th Ave. Vancouver 604.736.0009

3493 Cambie St. Vancouver 604.875.0099

1888 W. 57th Ave. Vancouver 604.263.4600

1202 Richards St. Vancouver 604.633.2392

3 per bag

Sweet Orin Apples from Harvest Moon

Choices’ Own Shepherds Pie

3/6.99

500ml

assorted varieties

1.98

Deli Department

assorted varieties

10.99

15.99lb/ 35.25kg

2/4.98

Kettle Foods Potato Chips

assorted varieties

So Delicious Coconut Milk Frozen Novelties

Fair Trade, Certified Organic, Mexico Grown

4.49lb/ 9.90kg

Ocean Wise Wild Tiger Prawns Peeled and Deveined

assorted varieties

1.39

2.99

Hass Avocados

1.89L

500ml

Mighty Leaf Tea

Produce Department

Choices in the Park 6855 Station Hill Dr. Burnaby 604.522.6441

Rice Bakery

South Surrey

2595 W. 16th Ave. Vancouver 604.736.0301

3248 King George Blvd. South Surrey 604.541.3902

Choices at the Crest 8683 10th Ave. Burnaby 604.522.0936

Kelowna 1937 Harvey Ave. Kelowna 250.862.4864