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The West End comes alive this summer Community Beach Safety Day June 14, noon to 3pm You’re invited to a fun-filled family day that raises awareness of personal and community safety at beaches and parks. Meet the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) Beach Bike Patrol, VPD Marine Squad, VPD Mounted Squad, Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services, West End-Coal Harbour Community Centre, Granville Downtown Community Police Centre, Vancouver Park Rangers and Vancouver Life Guards. Ceperly Field (south of Second Beach Pool, Stanley Park. West End Car Free Day June 15, noon to 6pm Denman Street will be blocked off to
traffic from Robson to Davie as part of Vancouver Car Free Day. There will be fun for young, old, families, couples and single folks, which includes acoustic music, a kids zone, non-profits, local politicians, artists, and artisans. Honda Celebration of Light July 26, July 30, and Aug. 2, 10pm Vancouver’s annual fireworks festival returns to the West End this summer. The Honda Celebration of Light Beach Festival features live music and food vendors near Sunset Beach, while English Bay features the YVR Observation Deck and Keg Lounge. Vehicle access will be restricted after 7pm in the 35-block area east of Den-
man, south of Alberni, west of Thurlow, and north of Beach Avenue. The show starts at 10pm, so don’t be late!
The annual Vancouver Pride Parade has been a West End tradition for 36 years. File photo
36th annual Vancouver Pride parade Aug. 3, 2014, noon to 3 pm The Vancouver Pride Parade was granted civic status last year and is now considered one of the city’s flagship events. Attracting crowds of more than 650,000, the Pride Parade is one of the largest and most successful events in support of LGBTQ communities in the world. The parade begins at Robson Street and Thurlow Street, heads west to Denman Street, follows Denman to Pacific Street and Beach Avenue and finishes at the Sunset Beach Festival site.
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This summer grab some take-out,
July 1-August 31
get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Robson Street restaurants have put together quick and delicious menus for you to choose from at great prices. Free Robson tumbler with every lunch (while supplies last). For participating restaurants and more info, visit robsonstreet.ca.
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