Bowie Ball 2020
Celebrate the life, career and music of the one and only David Bowie at the annual Bowie Ball. Watch 17 diverse bands grace the Rickshaw Theatre stage in quick succession to have you putting on your red shoes to dance the blues all night. There will be a costume contest, a face-painter, art sale, merch and plenty of Bowie-related fun.
When: Jan. 11, doors 7 p.m.
Where: Rickshaw Theatre, 254 East Hastings
Gluten-Free Expo Vancouver
Canada's largest gluten-free expo hits the West Coast this month, featuring exhibitors, vendors, panel talks, workshops and more. Sample, shop and save on hundreds of gluten-free products, such as pizza, beer and breads, while learning from leading experts.
When: Jan. 11-12,10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre East
Noodle Mania 7
This seventh annual noodle tasting extravaganza is presented by Vancouver Foodster and Tasting Plates. Each restaurant will be serving up tasting bowls or plates for guests to enjoy. Participants will have a chance to visit many different types of restaurants throughout the event, meet new food loving friends, meet the chefs and learn about each of the participating restaurants. Get a taste of all sorts of noodles from chow mein to spaghetti to pho, pad thai, ramen and more.
When: Jan. 15, 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Begin at Silk Road Tea, 2066 West Fourth Ave.
Sunday Night Movie Series at Bells and Whistles
The Fraserhood hangout and beer hall continues to give cinephiles a front-row seat to classic flicks every Sunday at 9 p.m. during its Sunday Night Movie Series. This week it’s the 1999 sci-fi comedy Galaxy Quest. During each screening, guests can also take advantage of happy hour specials on food and drinks from 10 p.m. to close
When: Jan. 12, 9 p.m.
Where: Bells and Whistles, 3296 Fraser St.
Podcasting 101
Is 2020 the year you get your dream podcast project up and running? If you need a little help in getting going, this seminar hosted by Vancouver Co-op Radio will show you how to get the ball rolling. Learn how to hone your interviewing and broadcasting skills, audio editing, and how to market your podcast. Tickets are just $10 per person.
When: Jan. 11, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Vancouver Co-op Radio, 370 Columbia St.
More events at vancouverisawesome.com.
