Friday, February 13, 2015

Fresh, local, organic foods & crafts. 60+ vendors, hot food, music! Rain or Shine! Food Truck February! February is here and we’ve double the number of food trucks on-site all month long. We've asked the food trucks to create a NEW Market Menu item using market products from their fellow vendors and market shoppers (that’s you!) will decide who does it best. Don’t forget to vote every week - see us at the information tent for the official voting!

The Wellness Show - $14.50
Friday, February 13, 2015 12:00 – 7:00PM 
Saturday, February 14, 2015 10:00AM - 7:00PM 
Sunday, February 15, 2015 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Vancouver Convention Centre, East Building Exhibit Hall B & C 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC
The Wellness Show, the largest trade show in Western Canada, is dedicated to helping you to live a more balanced and holistic lifestyle. This year includes exhibitors, speakers and demonstrations on a diverse range of health and wellness topics, all under one roof. Spend a day browsing the latest and greatest supplements, exercise options, raw and gluten-free foods, and ways to relax, manage your stress and look better.

Flea Market & Japanese Book Sale
Saturday, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Nikkei Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent Burnaby BC V5E 4M7
Come to your 9th annual flea market – join the hunt and find YOUR treasure! Thousands of secondhand items available, including Japanese books, comics and magazines, all for amazing bargain prices. Also craft vendors, a Kids Zone, and local food trucks and vendors serving up delicious delights. Free admission!

ChocXO Bean to Bar Tour
Saturday, 11am, 2pm
ChocXO Chocolate Cafe 102-11220 Horseshoe Way Richmond, B.C. V7A 4S5
Free Bean to Bar Tours at 11 AM and 2 PM. A member of our Chocolate Production team walks participants through the chocolate making process from the bean to the bar. You'll walk along our educational wall and learn how chocolate is fermented and dried, then view the ChocXO factory to find out what happens next. This in-depth look is as educational as it is delicious. No reservations required.

Found poem/Valentine's Card Workshop
Saturday, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Luminous Elephant Studios, 4406 West 10th Ave at Trimble, Vancouver, BC
Everyone is invited into our bright, happy studio for a most beautiful FREE workshop on Valentine's day. Yes, everyone! All ages! Learn how to create a soulful 'found' poem using vintage books of poetry and letter type. Enfold your poem lovingly into an exquisite hand made card to gift to someone most cherished in your life. Refreshments, awesome music and happy vibes included! (Add code valentine2015 at check-out for a 100% discount)

URBAN HOMESTEADING WITH Brown Eggs and Jam Jars
Saturday, 2pm - 4pm
Barbara-Jo's Books to Cooks, 1740 W 2nd Ave Vancouver, BC, V6J 1H6 
Meet first time author, Aimee Wimbush-Bourque, from popular blog, Simple Bites, where Aimee shares her two passions, mothering and cooking. Growing up in a rural homestead setting, and cooking in professional kitchens has given Aimee good cause to share both her recipes and heart-warming stories capturing everyday life in her busy urban homestead. Tea and cookies are a given, stories and ideas will be shared, and we hope you will fall in love with Aimee's book - BROWN EGGS and JAM JARS. If you care to pre-order a personalized copy, we will accommodate your wishes. This event is free and all are welcome.

Say Hi to a Stranger
Friday - Sunday all day
Vancouver
Say ‘Hi!’ to as many strangers as possible and to be friendly and open. You are encouraged to say Hi! to strangers and either film or photograph the experience, or just tweet about it with the hashtag #sayhitoastranger. Also, there were different checkpoint locations in Vancouver. Walk into these locations and #sayhitoastranger to receive a treat!

Lunar Sheep Display
Friday - Sunday, mall hours
Oakridge Centre, 41st & Cambie, Vancouver
From February 12 - 15 the Asian-Canadian Special Events Association will be displaying over 200 model sheep in the West Galleria on behalf of LunarFest, an annual Lunar New Year festival at Downtown Vancouver that celebrates the culture through visual, performing, culinary and interactive arts.

Sunday, February 15, 2015

The Wellness Show - $14.50
Friday, February 13, 2015 12:00 – 7:00PM 
Saturday, February 14, 2015 10:00AM - 7:00PM 
Sunday, February 15, 2015 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Vancouver Convention Centre, East Building Exhibit Hall B & C 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC
The Wellness Show, the largest trade show in Western Canada, is dedicated to helping you to live a more balanced and holistic lifestyle. This year includes exhibitors, speakers and demonstrations on a diverse range of health and wellness topics, all under one roof. Spend a day browsing the latest and greatest supplements, exercise options, raw and gluten-free foods, and ways to relax, manage your stress and look better.

Asian Cooking: Stir-Frying, Williams-Sonoma Complimentary Technique Class
Sunday, 11am 
Williams-Sonoma Cookware on South Granville 2903 Granville Street Vancouver, BC V6H 3J6 
Stir-fry your way to delicious and nutritious meals that are easy enough for hectic weeknights yet impressive enough for guests. Join Williams-Sonoma Vancouver on Sunday, February 15th, 2015 at 11am in-store for this complimentary cooking technique class. They will teach you the basics of stir-frying and discuss key ingredients and seasonings, including soy sauce, ginger, garlic, lime and jalapeño. This hour-long class is free and includes tastings of prepared dishes. Class sizes are limited so call ahead by telephone to 778-330-2581 to register.

Chinese New Year Celebration at River District
Sunday, 1pm - 3pm
8683 Kerr St, Vancouver, B.C. V5S 0A4
Join us for an engaging and fun-filled afternoon in celebration of the Year of the Sheep. The celebration will include Traditional Chinese and Lion dances, a Kung Fu demonstration, a calligraphy workshop and much more! The calligraphy workshop is for all ages, but there is limited space. Please register before the event at River District Centre.

Winter Games Legacy Celebration
Sunday, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Creekside Community Recreation Centre, 1 Athletes Way Vancouver
Featuring a playback of Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic events, games, and kids' craft stations, and much more!

Twilight Crow Roost Bike Ride
Sunday, 5:15pm
meet at Renfrew Skytrain Station
You may have seen it for yourself, but each night during the winter season, an impressive migration of thousands of crows takes place in the sky. If you’ve ever wondered where they go, here’s a chance to find out for yourself! Journey along with the crows as they head into Burnaby, where they roost on the banks of Still Creek. On Sunday February 15th, grab your bike and meet at Renfrew Skytrain Station at 5:15 PM for the annual Crow Roost Twilight Bike Ride! We will leave at 5:30 PM, right around sunset, and ride along the Central Valley Greenway.

Say Hi to a Stranger
Friday - Sunday all day
Vancouver
Say ‘Hi!’ to as many strangers as possible and to be friendly and open. You are encouraged to say Hi! to strangers and either film or photograph the experience, or just tweet about it with the hashtag #sayhitoastranger. Also, there were different checkpoint locations in Vancouver. Walk into these locations and #sayhitoastranger to receive a treat!

Lunar Sheep Display
Friday - Sunday, mall hours
Oakridge Centre, 41st & Cambie, Vancouver
From February 12 - 15 the Asian-Canadian Special Events Association will be displaying over 200 model sheep in the West Galleria on behalf of LunarFest, an annual Lunar New Year festival at Downtown Vancouver that celebrates the culture through visual, performing, culinary and interactive arts.