Author: Mary Bennett

Mary Bennett is a passionate Kitsilano booster. She calls herself a community catalyst - she sparks connections wherever she goes. And while she does occasionally leave Kitsilano, you'll see her all over Kits. Favorite haunts are Kits House, VPL Kits Branch and the coffee shop at 2610 West 4th. Mary's an artist and a member of ArtistsinourMidst.com. Facebook: MaryPetersonBennett Twitter: @Mary_Bennett Website: marybennett.net
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May 26, 2016• Events, News

Creative Kitsilano neighbours come together for a salon

Kitsilano has long been a nurturing neighbourhood for creative folk. At least as far back as the 60s and 70s, the climate and culture have...

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March 24, 2016• Events

Cool art show at The Naam vegetarian restaurant through March 31

From now until March 29, you can go to the Naam Restaurant any time 24/7 and view Jackie Conradi-Robertson’s joyful paintings while...

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February 1, 2016• Events, News

You’re a poet even if you don’t know it. Check out Kits Poetry Group.

Are you a closet poet? Want to get together with others who write — or like — poetry? In 2015, Sarah Ripplinger got a...

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January 23, 2016• Events, Food & Drink, News

Dine Out in Kits: 7 restaurants offering three-course meals for $20

Dine Out Vancouver is an annual event by Tourism Vancouver to encourage us all to try some new restaurants with a set menu in the range of...

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December 14, 2015• Events, News

Winter Art Show Open House at David Eby’s Office December 17

  MLA David Eby walked through the new winter-themed art show in his community office and quipped, “When we walk into the office in the...

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November 18, 2015• Food & Drink, News

Get Your Social Group On with a Groupon in Kits

If you, like me, have lots of friends but not a lot of space for entertaining, I encourage you to support our local restaurants (and...

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October 9, 2015• Events, Family, News

Are You Grateful To Live in Kitsilano? Here’s How To Show It.

‘Tis the season to give thanks and we in Kits have a lot to be thankful for. A couple of years ago with the support of a...

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July 10, 2013• Family

Get Inspired to Build Community at Khatsahlano! Festival–Free Herbs, Bee Houses & Little Free Libraries

Come and pick the herbs. Herb digging “by appointment” Several Kits residents who have received Neighbourhood Small Grants will...

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