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Feb 8, Celebrating Black History Month

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:50:42 GMT

The National Congress of Black Women Foundation and The Vancity Theatre present…

The Godmother of Rock & Roll: Sister Rosetta Tharpe
Dir. Mick Csaky
UK
2011
60min

During the 40s, 50s and 60s Sister Rosetta Tharpe played a highly significant role in the creation of rock & roll, inspiring musicians like Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Little Richard and Chuck Berry. Her fans include Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan and Robert Plant to name a few.

She may not be a household name, but this flamboyant African-American gospel singing superstar, with her spectacular virtuosity on the newly electrified guitar, was one of the most influential popular musicians of the 20th century.

This exciting evening will include live music from Vancouver Blues and Gospel guitarist Chelsea D.E. Johnson.

Thursday, February 9
(doors at 6:30 pm, 7:00pm film starts)
 Tickets: $20.00 (includes light refreshments)
 Vancity Theatre, 1181 Seymour Street – Vancouver

For more information and tickets visit www.viff.org

Feb 6, Send Valentine Flowers from Vancouver

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:46:34 GMT

Jan 15, Valentines Day in Vancouver

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 20:02:50 GMT

Make it a special Valentines Day in Vancouver.

Dec 5, Vancouver Festivals

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:00:20 GMT

Vancouver festivals... music, dance, food, sporting events, theatre…

Aug 9, Vancouver Chinatown Festival

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 03:20:45 GMT

The Chinatown street festival is on this weekend August 6th and 7th with open markets, walking tours and stage performances.
Read more about this historic Vancouver neighborhood here.

Jul 29, Vancouver to Departure Bay

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 02:58:01 GMT

How to get from Vancouver railway station to Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal to take us to Departure Bay Vancouver Island. WhyVancouver.com: The train

Jul 26, Vancouver Gay Pride

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 22:53:47 GMT

Sunday July 31st Vancouver Gay Pride Parade and Festival starts at noon on the corner of Robson and Bute. Expect fabulous floats and elaborate costumes.

Jul 21, Celebration of Light

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 04:30:06 GMT

Fireworks Festival
July 30 China
August 3 Spain
August 6 Canada

Jul 19, Stay at the Rosedale on Robson with your RCI Points

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 23:07:42 GMT

What hotels in Vancouver can we use our RCI time share points? WhyVancouver.com: The Rosedale on Robson is one hotel that I know of where you can use

Jul 2, FotoCity

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 22:55:44 GMT

Bring us your sight-seeing photos and pictures of Vancouver attractions while you are here visiting the city. If you are planning a personal gift for

Jun 28, Summer Salsa Cruise Series

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 01:11:40 GMT

Summer Salsa Cruise Series July 9th & 23rd -August 13th & 27th Aboard the MV Britannia (501 Denman Street) Vancouver's largest cruising vessel Boarding

Jun 27, Canadian Rockies Train

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:01:43 GMT

Add a Canadian Rockies train trip on the Rocky Mountaineer to you holiday plans when you visit Vancouver.

Jun 26, Visiting Vancouver

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 21:19:28 GMT

I am planning my trip to NZ and Aus but wish to go via a not-seen-before Major North AMerican City. WHat benefit would I have from staying 4 nts in Vancouver

May 19, WorldMark Sundance

Thu, 19 May 2011 04:17:49 GMT

WorldMark Sundance 2221 Gondola Way Whistler, BC VON 1B2 At the WorldMark Sundance, there are 1-bedroom units (sleeps 4), 2-bedroom units (sleeps 6),

May 18, Parking along West 11th Ave.

Wed, 18 May 2011 04:33:03 GMT

We plan to visit my wife's sister and husband at the above address. The street is posted Resident Parking Only. In March 2010, on the advice of our hosts,

May 18, Wheelchair Accessibility in Stanley Park

Wed, 18 May 2011 04:13:09 GMT

Hi, I am wondering if you could tell me approximately how much of Stanley Park is wheelchair accessible? We are traveling to Vancouver this summer and

May 18, Celebration of Light Fireworks Festival that happens every year in Vancouver

Wed, 18 May 2011 03:47:03 GMT

Denman and English Bay is where you can see and enjoy the Celebration of Light Fireworks Festival that happens every year in Vancouver (pronounced “Vancoover”) during the summer.

May 18, Seattle to Vancouver

Wed, 18 May 2011 03:37:30 GMT

I am planning to visit Vancouver in July. I live in Seattle and will be driving a rental car to Vancouver. Could you please let me know the VISA details

Apr 6, Guided Fishing Trips Around Vancouver BC

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:41:01 GMT

Plenty of very good fishing is available year round in Vancouver and the area! I'm Brian, the owner of SilverSides Guided Fishing Adventures. Since 1996

Apr 2, Vinci's Caffè & Art Gallery

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 16:27:21 GMT

Buon Giorno! Immerse yourself in the eclectic surroundings and watch professional artists hard at work while sipping on your favorite caffè! Vinci's

Mar 6, Vancouver Airport Car Service

Sun, 06 Mar 2011 17:17:17 GMT

Vancouver Minibus has been serving Vancouver, the Vancouver Airport, Victoria, Whistler and Seattle for over 20 years. Our promise to you is to offer

Mar 4, Experience Aboriginal Culture in Vancouver

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:21:38 GMT

Isn't there an Indian reservation that can be visited? I thought there was one outside Vancouver. Thanks. WhyVancouver.com: Hi Sigrid, The answer

Feb 22, Vancouver Party Buses & Limousines

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 06:15:13 GMT

Vancouver Party Buses & Limousines If you're looking for a night of fun for a wedding, stag, birthday, or just a night out, we are the biggest provider

Feb 1, Romantic Dinner Cruise

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 16:48:59 GMT

I am interested in the romantic dinner cruise for the Valentines Day weekend, can you please email info and pricing? Thanks! Karime WhyVancouver.com:

Jan 13, Stanley Park Aquarium Gift Shop Information.

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 09:11:16 GMT

I have been trying to reach the Stanley Park Aquarium Gift Shop by telephone for months. Can anyone give me a telephone number for this venue? Hi Patric

Jan 12, Boss Limousine Service Vancouver Transportation

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 02:41:54 GMT

Our BOSS limousine pledge to you as a VIP customer is to provide you with more than professional limousine transportation in the Fraser Valley area and

Jan 5, Train Travel from Vancouver, British Columbia to Seattle, Washington

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 07:03:05 GMT

Can you catch a train from Vancouver, British Columbia to Seattle, Washington? What are the fees? WhyVancouver.com: Travelling by train between Vancouver

Jan 5, Seattle to Vancouver via Amtrak, then bus to Horseshoe Bay Ferries

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 06:28:31 GMT

Does the Amtrak train from Seattle arrive at the same station from which I can catch a bus to Horseshoe Bay Ferries? WhyVancouver.com: Yes and you

Jan 4, Ultimate Limousine 4 You

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 04:21:10 GMT

Ultimate Limousine prides itself in providing ultimate service. Our Chauffeurs are courteous and professional, arriving tastefully dressed! They will

Jan 4, Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tours

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 04:16:27 GMT

What services/products do you offer? Regularly-scheduled fully narrated one hour long Horse-Drawn Tours of Stanley Park. Private Carriages are available

Dec 30, Vancouver Events January 2011

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 06:31:38 GMT

Polar Bear Swim January 1st is the annual Vancouver Polar Bear Swim at English Bay. The official swim is at 2:30pm. It doesn't cost anything to take the plunge but if you register at the English Bay Bathhouse you'll get a button as a memento and your name will be entered in a draw for prizes. So get yourself a crazy costume, join several hundred other hardy souls taking the icy dip and send us a picture of the fun. Taste BC Sip fine BC beer and wine and taste samples from local restaurants. January 18th at the Hyatt Regency Hotel from 4:30pm to 7:30pm is the annual fund-raising evening event that celebrates local food and drink. There will also be live music, door prizes and a silent auction. Tickets cost $49.99 (Liberty Wine Merchants) and help support Children's Hospital. Dine Out Vancouver You'll be able to eat your heart out from January 24th till February 06th during the city-wide Dine Out Vancouver event. 200 restaurants around the city are offering three-course meals for a fixed price of $18, $28, or $38. This is a great chance to try some new restaurants and re-visit some of your old favorites. There'll be a list of the restaurants that are participating in early January. Talking Stick Festival From February 1st until February 13th Aboriginal artists, writers and actors perform. From the 1st until the 6th at the Roundhouse Community Centre and then moving on to the Commercial Drive area until the 13th there'll be dance, theatre and storytelling.

Dec 15, PassPort to Vancouver

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 11:46:19 GMT

I'm a Legal American with a valid passport. BUT, my Drivers License is currently expired. California is dragging their feet mailing me my new one. I

Dec 13, Stanley Park Train

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 02:51:16 GMT

I need to know if the train is open Dec 11 if so how much? WhyVancouver.com: From personal experience is can say even the grumpiest holiday Grinch

Dec 12, Dinner Cruise to Indian Arm

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 22:55:17 GMT

I am interested in booking a cruise for two that goes up Indian Arm. I don't seem to be able to find anything on the web. Can you help by telling me whom

Nov 9, Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 09:09:22 GMT

Whistler Ski Resort is looking forward to a busy and snowy 2010-2011 ski season. This winter is expected to be a La Nina winter which means cold temperatures and lots of snow.

Opening day is November 25th.

For anyone who needs to rent equipment Whistler has stocked 3,000 new sets of skis and snowboards, 2500 pairs of boots and 500 sets of beginner skis.

Nov 6, Tour in Egypt

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 21:46:28 GMT

Contrast of Egypt and Vancouver by Bhgat Ghoneim Home Egypt Guide Egypt Cities Cairo Cairo is not only the largest city in Africa and the capitol of

Nov 5, Take the drive along Hwy 7 Eastbound from Maple Ridge to Harrison Hotsprings

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:37:03 GMT

One of the most beautiful things about Vancouver and surrounding area is the scenery. Everywhere you look it spreads before you as a stunning visual buffet.

Oct 8, ATV Tours and Rent ATVs

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 01:43:54 GMT

We recently went on a ATV tour with BC Power Sports and they were so much fun. We went to Chehalis Lake, but they can take you anywhere. We went for

Sep 23, New Years in Vancouver (where to stay)

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 04:54:38 GMT

I will be visiting Vancouver 12/30 and staying for New Years eve 2010. Is there a location that would be particularly good for activities going on at that

Aug 29, Biking to Capilano Suspension Bridge

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 07:04:02 GMT

Can one bicycle from Stanley Park to the Capilano Suspension Bridge? WhyVancouver.com: You sure can ride from Stanley park to the Capilano Suspension

Aug 29, Wheelchair Accessibility

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 05:52:46 GMT

I'm from abroad and just a suggestion to you, when placing the accommodations or restaurants just add a wheelchair sign if it is wheelchair accessible,

Aug 29, Getting Around Vancouver Bus or Rental Car

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 05:31:10 GMT

Hi, I am visiting Vancouver in early September and trying to figure out if I need a rental car. I am staying in Richmond and am planning on doing alot

Jul 23, Vancouver Transit, Getting Around Town

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:00:33 GMT

Vancouver transit is ready to take you from your downtown Vancouver hotel on a Vancouver tour or on a daytrip to Whistler.

Jul 23, Vancouver Ferry

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:00:33 GMT

Take a Vancouver ferry to Victoria the Gulf Islands and other day trips and attractions in and around Vancouver.

Jul 23, Vancouver BC Map

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:00:32 GMT

A Vancouver BC map will you get around to all the things to do in Vancouver. Look up a map of Vancouver online or pick one up at the Tourism Vancouver Visitor Center when you get here.

Jul 23, Vancouver Rentals

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:00:31 GMT

Consider Vancouver rentals like vacation rental homes and ski condo rentals. They can be more affordable than staying in hotels in Vancouver.

Jul 23, Cheap Flights to Canada

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:00:30 GMT

Take one of the many cheap flights to Canada and visit Vancouver. Vancouver is a popular destination because many people like to take an Alaska cruise from Vancouver.

Jul 23, Flights to Vancouver

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:00:29 GMT

Save money on flights to Vancouver by being flexible. Often you can change your date by one day and find a cheap flight to Vancouver.

Jul 23, Vancouver BC Tourism

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:00:29 GMT

Vancouver BC tourism offers something for everyone. Take one of many sight-seeing Vancouver tours from daytrips to whale watching.

Jul 23, Stanley Park Vancouver

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:00:28 GMT

Stanley Park Vancouver is one of the top 10 Vancouver attractions. It's a must see Vancouver gem!