COMMERCIAL DRIVE
As part of Italian Day festivities taking place June 9, Kalena Shoes, an institution on Commercial Drive since 1967, has teamed up with Vancouver fashion designer RozeMerie Cuevas to showcase fashions for spring and summer 2013.
Anyone who's strolled the Drive will immediately recognize Kalena Shoes as the shop known for its window displays full of drool-worthy Italian leather showstoppers. Meanwhile, Cuevas is also an institution in the city, but for her contributions to the Jacqueline Conoir fashion house. This year's theme is the Venice Carnival or Carnivale di Venezia. For a complete schedule of Italian Day events, visit thedrive.ca/event/italian-day.
GRANVILLE ISLAND
The Public Market on Granville Island has long been known as Vancouver's original go-to place for fresh ingredients, vibrant stalls, wholesome ingredients and candy.
So it's fitting that as summer approaches and local farmers begin harvesting fresh fruits, vegetables and plants, the market spills outside to Triangle Square. The annual summer Farmers Market on Granville Island launches June 6, offering flowers for planting in beds and containers or ready-to-hang in baskets, as well as seasonal produce. In July, look for strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries and greens of every kind, while August will bring with it peaches, plums, apricots, corn on the cob and even more greens. The market runs every Thursday now through September from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
KITSILANO
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Day, the Kitsilano Community Response Network, in partnership with Kits House, is hosting a community resource fair June 11 at St. Mark's Church, 1805 Larch St. from 1:30 to 3: 30 p.m. Community service providers and businesses are trying to raise awareness about risks, supports and services surrounding seniors abuse, neglect or self neglect.
While you're in Kitsilano, take part in the Neighbourhood Connections Celebration, Friday, June 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Point Grey Community Church, 3512 West Seventh Ave.
Everyone is invited to celebrate the findings of the Neighbourhood Connections Project. There will be food, mingling and a kid's corner with crafts. Connect with parents and neighbours, volunteers and community partners. RSVP to 604-736-3588 or to [email protected].
NORTH VAN/ COQUITLAM
Vancouverites wondering where their water comes from will be able to catch a rare glimpse of the Capilano and Coquitlam watersheds when Metro Vancouver opens the areas up to the public this summer.
Registration opens June 5 for the scenic self-guided tours for adults being offered Thursdays through Sundays at Capilano and Coquitlam, and family tours taking place on select weekends at the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. Each tour is three to four hours long, so be prepared. Register for a free tour by visiting metrovancouver.org and search for "Watershed Tours" or by phone at 604-432-6430.
KENSINGTON
The Kensington Community Centre is hosting a balcony and container gardening workshop June 8 from 10 a.m. to noon.
This workshop has been designed for those of you who want to grow plants for food or pleasure but don't have room for a backyard garden. The workshop will offer advice on everything from techniques and challenges to soil choice, organic fertilizing, how and when to water and types of containers. Bring your own container to the event, which costs $30 and includes soil and plants.
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