Artful heritage protest at Van Dusen
In 1976, MacMillan-Bloedel built a modernist pavilion in Van Dusen Gardens as a forest education centre. The Vancouver Heritage Society is responding to a Park Board decision to tear it down by hosting an Art Mob on February 23. Supporters of the pavilion are asked to bring their sketchbook, camera, musical instrument or dancing shoes to Van Dusen from noon to 2. Be inspired by the building, and its setting to send an artful message to the board about the pavilions importance. All submitted artwork will be posted to AWalkInTheForest13.blogspot.ca. But dont forget that to get into the garden, you must pay $7.75 admission. For more information go to HeritageVancouver.org.
Vancouver Fashion Week
The Four Seasons will be the scene of the March 19 kick-off party for the spring edition of Vancouver Fashion Week. More than 55 designers will be profiled, with special attention paid to Vancouvers Boboli, an exclusive carrier of top established international designers. Other Vancouver designers include Cindy Xin for Zareen, Dave Singh for Well Groomed and Shelley Klassen for Blushing Designs. More than 20,000 attendees are expected at the Chinese Cultural Centre from March 19 to 24. A finalized designer schedule will be available on VanFashionWeek.com starting March 1.
More Cars2Go
On February 22, car2go is crossing the Lions Gate Bridge. Its launching its service in North Vancouver and adding 50 smart cars to its network. I applaud their commitment to providing our residents with a sustainable transportation option through this carsharing program, says Mayor Darrell Mussatto.
Car2Go boundaries are now:
North: E 29th Street (North Vancouver)
East: Trans-Canada Highway (North Vancouver); Renfrew Street (Vancouver)
South: 49th Ave. (Vancouver)
West: Capilano Road (North Vancouver); UBC (Vancouver)
Olympian to compete in BMO Marathon
2012 Olympian Dylan Wykes has his sights on racing the half-marathon for the first time at the BMO Vancouver Marathon on May 5. With the current title of the second fastest Canadian marathoner of all time, Wykes stands as one of the top contenders for the race. Sure to challenge Wykes is returning half-marathoner and event record holder, Kip Kangogo from Kenya. One of Canadas top 1,500 meter specialists, Geoff Martinson is also confirmed to compete.
