Posted by Taraneh | August 5th, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Extra 25% off at Gravity Pope summer sale. Image: Jennie Faber
Summer Fun
Tennis, various locations, free.
Sunshine inspires me to play tennis. Here’s a list of all the free tennis courts in Kits.
Kits Pool, Friday, 7 am-8:30 pm; Saturday, Sunday, 9am-8:30 pm, 2305 Cornwall Avenue, between Yew and Balsam, day tix $2.61 for kids, $3.71 for youths, $5.31 for adults.
This baby is the only salt water pool in Vancouver and one of the few in the world. Wear sunscreen. Take a ride on the water slide.
Events
Celebration of Light, Saturday, August 6, 10:00 pm, free.
Elbow yourself a spot along the sardine-packed beach to catch the 21st annual Celebration of Light fireworks extravaganza, which is a showdown for Top Pyro between China, Spain and Canada. It’s Canada’s chance on Saturday. For the best vantage points, stake out a spot at one of our top five locations LISTED HERE. And don’t forget to tune your boombox to SHORE 104.3 FM so you can really make the most of this 25-minute, music-simulcast show, starting at 10 pm sharp.
Celebration of Light Live Music, Saturday, August 6, 7:00 pm, The Rogue Stage and YVR Community Stage, free.
If you prefer live music to the simulcast stuff on SHORE 104.3, drop by a SHOREfest stage location and check out the bands. There are three stages–two of which are in Kits. 104.3 SHOREfest at The Rogue Stage by the Maritime Museum, will feature Leeroy Stagger, Kevin Kane (of Grapes of Wrath), The Sojourners and more, starting at 7:00 pm. YVR Community Stage, located between Kits Pool and Kits Beach, will cover the SHORE 104.3 Song Search 2011 Top 10 with 2010 Song Search winner Zaac Pick.
Kitsilano Farmers Market, Sunday, August 7, 10am – 2pm, 10th and Larch, free.
It’s all happening at the Kits Market. Park your bike with the trusty bike valet. Grab a tasty meal at a food cart, grocery shop for produce, browse handicrafts and chat with your neighbours. Tis the season for blueberries, cherries and more.
Films
The Change Up, Daily at: 1:15, 4:30, 7:30, 9:50, Fifth Avenue Cinemas.
Growing up together, Mitch (Ryan Reynolds) and Dave (Jason Bateman) were inseparable best friends, but as the years have passed they’ve slowly drifted apart. While Dave is an overworked lawyer, husband and father of three, Mitch has remained a single, quasi-employed man-child who has never met a responsibility he liked. Mitch and Dave comically struggle to avoid completely destroying each other’s lives before they can find a way to get their old ones back
Another Earth, Daily at: 2:00, 4:45, 7:20, 9:30, Fifth Avenue Cinemas.
Rhoda Williams (Brit Marling), a bright young woman accepted into MIT’s astrophysics program, aspires to explore the cosmos. Composer John Burroughs (William Mapother), has just reached the pinnacle of his profession and is about to have a second child with his loving wife. On the eve of the discovery of a duplicate Earth, tragedy strikes and the lives of these strangers become irrevocably intertwined.
The Trip, Daily at:1:45, 4:15, 7:00, 9:20, Fifth Avenue Cinemas.
When Steve Coogan is asked by The Observer to tour the country’s finest restaurants, he envisions it as the perfect getaway with his beautiful girlfriend. But, when she backs out on him, he has no one to accompany him but his best friend and source of eternal aggravation, Rob Brydon.
Crazy Stupid Love, Daily at: 4:00, 7:00, 9:25; Sat & Sun at 1:30, The Ridge Theatre.
Cal Weaver (Steve Carell), married to his high school sweetheart, Emily (Julianne Moore), believes his life is perfect. He likes his job, he owns a house and has great kids. All that changes when he finds out Emily is having an affair and wants a divorce. Cal, who hasn’t dated in years, doesn’t know what to do.
Shopping
Gravity Pope, 2205 West 4th Ave., 604-731-7673.
The summer sale just got event better. Starting NOW receive 25% OFF THE LAST TICKETED SALE PRICE. Sale items already up to 60% off! Ready set…run.
Wear Else, 2360 West 4th Ave., 604-732-3521.
This ladies boutique which keeps Kits in the latest looks and labels still has a rocking summer sale with 40-60-% off.
Pop-up Shop at U Life, thru Sunday, August 7, 2028 Vine St., 604-879-9135.
Now through August 7, Suzanne is selling a bright, summery selection of tunics and handbags from the old U Life store.
Posted by Taraneh | June 24th, 2011 | Leave a comment »
NEW FILMS
Beginners, Friday, June 24- Thursday, June 30, 1:30, 4:30, 6:50, 9:00, Fifth Avenue Cinemas.
Ewan McGregor teams up with Christopher Plummer and Mélanie Laurent in this off beat rom com. McGregor plays a timid guy with a crush on the bold, irreverent Laurent. Unable to get his game going, he draws on memories of his deceased father (Plummer), who came out of the closet at age 75, using his bravery for inspiration.
FOOD
Greek Day, Sunday, June 26, 11am – 9am, free.
Be Greek for a day at the annual family-oriented street festival. Broadway will be closed to car traffic from McDonald to Blenheim to make room for a world of fabulous Greek food, kiosks and entertainment. Learn to roll dolmades in the Boutari Wines Culinary Tent. See Greek gods mingle with mortals. Settle down in the mythological story telling tent. Eat tons of souvlaki, spanikopita and honeyed loukoumades. Then holler “Opa!”
Kitsilano Farmers Market, Sunday, June 26, 10am – 2pm, free.
It’s all happening at the market. Grab a tasty meal at a food cart, grocery shop for produce, browse handicrafts and chat with your neighbours. BC Strawberries got off to a slow start this year, but I hear there at the market now.
EVENTS
Critical Mass Vancouver, Every last Friday of the month, Meet at 5:30, Ride at 6:00 pm, free.
Cyclists in Kits can meet with cyclists Van-wide at the Vancouver Art Gallery to ride in a “Critical Mass.” Whether you’re traffic shy, or an avid cyclist, this is an effective way to a familiarize the city with eco-friendly transport.
Semperviva Yoga‘s Trance Dance, Saturday, June 25, 8:00 pm-10:00 pm, $25.
Clara Roberts-Oss and DJ Augustus lead you in the ultimate combo of ancient activities: yoga and dance. While I don’t know the specific calorie burning impact, the class should free one’s “creative life-force.”
Hands Across The Sand, Saturday, June 25, 12:00pm – 12:30pm, free.
Hands Across The Sand will take place on Kits Beach. People will join hands to champion clean energy solutions to our energy and fuel problems. RSVP here.
Bard on the Beach, “The Merchant of Venice” and “As you Like It,” Now-Sept., See calendar for full schedule and tix.
This year, Bard has moved to reserved seating, eliminating site-entry lineups. You can enter the Village up to one full hour before each performance, sip a glass of wine and take in the new pre-show In A Nutshell talks. Take in a show plus dinner, with a Bard picnic by Emelle’s, ordered in advance.
Open Mic at the Fringe Cafe, Sunday, June 26, 8:30 pm, free.
This is self explanatory. It’s your chance to perform. In public.
DEALS
Footworks Relaxology is offering a one-day special on June 26, to celebrate Greek Day. Enjoy a 25 minute foot reflexology session for $20.
Miz Mooz (2177 W. 4th Ave.) spring /summer shoes—think sweet clogs and strappy sandals—are 25-40% off right now.
Gravity Pope Tailored Goods (2203 W. 4th Ave.) has up to 50% off all summer products.
JNBY (2201 West 4th Ave) still has a great sales on spring 2011 plus a 70% off clearance rack.
PLENTY‘s (2803 West Broadway) summer sale started June 15th and is ongoing, with 20-50% off Spring and Summer merchandise.
Did we miss something? Send me an email. Taraneh@Kitsilano.ca
Posted by Taraneh | June 9th, 2011 | Leave a comment »
Retail on West 4th is hopping. We’ve lost some old haunts (Ardea Books) and gained two new pop up shops. Here’s our list of openings, events and sales to hold you through the weekend.
1) Meet eco fashion designer Nicole Bridger, who will be in her newly-opened boutique today, Thursday. Nicole is all about our ‘hood. She told the Straight that her customer is “the quintessential Kits chick, who loves coffee from 49th Parallel, shoes from Gravity Pope, produce from Whole Foods.” Nicole Bridger, 2151 W4th Ave.
2) Stop by the Summer Sale going on now until Monday at Roots. There’s 50% off clothing (the women’s capri sweatpants, once $50, are now $25!) and 20% off the bright leather bags in orange, red and pink. Roots, 2091 W4th Ave.
3) Visit the just-opened pop up The Latest Scoop located in the space left by Ardea Books. They’ll be there for next three months selling clothing from Ark & Co. and Anthropologie, handbags from Big Buddha and more. The Latest Scoop, 2025 West 4th Ave.
4) Shop for Father’s Day at another pop up shop, Peak Golf, a North-Van-based company, which temporarily occupies Sigge’s space. These super friendly golf experts will remain on our block through August 31. Peak Golf, 2077 West 4th Ave.
5) Hit up beauty emporium Beauty Bar for “buy one get one free” on make up bags and cosmetics from DuWop—the line best known for its plumping Lip Venom, which has a substantial celeb following. Beauty Bar, 2142 West 4th Ave.
6) Don’t forget JNBY, Gravity Pope’s hipster neighbours, who have $25 to $50 off items from their S/S 2011 collection for a very limited time. JNBY, 2201 West 4th Ave.
