Co-sponsored by: Save Our Rivers Society, CUPE BC, Western Canada Wilderness Committee, Citizens for Public Power, COPE 378, BC Federation of Labour, and Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
Free. Donation suggested.
SOUTH EAST ASIAN
Pacific Rim Voices
Thurs Feb 3 7:30 pm
Vancouver Opera brings Asian and western cultures together in Voices of the Pacific Rim, a recital of popular opera selections combined with traditional Asian songs, performed by rising young Asian Canadian opera singers. Celebrating and honouring the Chinese, Korean and Japanese communities. Soprano Jessica Cheung, tenor Sam Chung, lyric soprano Gina Oh and baritone Gene Wu, accompanied by Kinza Tyrrell on piano, will perform works by Puccini, Mozart and Strauss among others. Tickets 604-683-0222 Vancouver Opera
http://vmocanada.com/index.html
Ping pong night
Every Thurs a8pm
Malaysian Singapore Brunei Cultural Association (MSBCA) Past President Tim Wong and some directors kept this sporting event on going for three years now. Drop in for a chat with us and socialize a bit? Free pop and titbits are available. Sometimes when you are lucky, hot pizzas and chicken wings are served. More info visit: www.msbca.com
Thai food at the Temple
Sat Jan 26 10:30am
Eat Thai food at the Thai Temple in Vancouver. Are you ready to do something good for your emotions and spirit before January ends? Normally, we go to Thai temple every New Year to get blessed by a monk -before January ends. It's always nice to remember people whom you love loved you right? It's good for a new and good beginning! Let's share a little bit of Thai culture. Please be at the temple at with your food (pot lock). After the monk prays, he will bless us in Bali language and then we can share our food and have lunch together inside the temple. Contact Ms. Ja: diningout.meetup.com
Dinner and dance
Sat Feb 9
The Malaysian Singapore Brunei Cultural Association (MSBCA) is hosting a dinner and dance Chinese New Year Eve party. It is hot a seller event which will be limited to no more than 35 tables. Get your tickets early. It is $35.00 per person or $350.00 per table of 10. Venue: Continental Seafood Restaurant in 150-11700 Cambie Rd, Richmond. More info visit: www.msbca.com
Chinese New Year
Fri Feb 15
Malaysia Association in British Columbia (MABC) to host Chinese New Year dinner and dance celebration at Royal Chinese Restaurant, 200-8040 Garden City Road, Richmond BC. 10 course Chinese dinner, dance, entertainment and raffle. Tix @ $35 per person, table of 10 at $350 Tickets available from any MABC Directors contact Chairperson: Philip Woo or visit www.mabccanada.com
Cultural Dance
MABC ballroom dancing lessons and practices. Join us in lessons to learn our Malaysian Cultural Dances. We can start lesson programs, at no cost, sponsored by Tourism Malaysia. It's open to all especially seniors and the youth. Your children will surely love it, especially the opportunity to meet and make new friends. Crystal Ballroom, 768 South West Marine Drive, Vancouver. Contact:Gina:gina@sunclubtravel.com
Couple's For Christ
Sat Feb 16 7pm
The Philippines Couples for Christ was officially recognized in Vancouver by the Archdiocese of Vancouver on Feb 14, 1995. His Grace Reverend Adam Exner appointed Rev. Fr. Peter Chiang as the Spiritual Director. CFC Vancouver grew from a mere 3 couples, doubling and tripling as the years went by. The anniversary celebration will be held at Richmond Inn. More info contact: CFC Center 250 - 2981 Simpson Road Richmond, B.C. Call (604) 270-9463
Tailor Made
Feb 2 3pm/ 5pm
NAAAP VANCOUVER invites NAAAP members to attend a special community screening of Tailor Made, a documentary on the Wong family's famous and storied tailoring business in Chinatown, and the related tales of life during some of the earlier days of Chinatown -- a fascinating trip back in time to learn more of the history of a part of one of Vancouver's great ethnic neighbourhoods. The screening at 319 Main St. (formerly the Chinese cinema on Main and Hastings). Info and RSVP to website: naaap@naaap.bc.ca
Origami making
Wed Jan 30 7pm for beginners
Thurs Jan 31 7pm for expert
Ancient Japanese art of paper folding, Origami derived from "ori" meaning "to fold", and "kami", meaning paper, and changed to voiced sound "gami". The goal of this art is to create a given result using geometric folds and crease patterns preferably without the use of gluing or cutting the paper medium. Learn the technique to doing it at Consulate-General of Japan in Vancouver 900-1177 West Hastings Street, Vancouver. Registration: 604-684-5868 ext.240
More Origami
Wed Jan 30, 7pm-9pm
This workshop is for beginners and intermediates. Japanese Origami Master, Mr. Satoshi Kamiya, a champion of the Third Origami Championship Tournament on the famous Japanese TV program has been invited to Vancouver to lead two Origami Workshops. Mr. Kamiya has won championships for four times, in 1999, 2000, 2002 and 2004. Mr. Kamiya will demonstrate and provide Origami lessons. Small children are required to be accompanied by adults. Admission: free ( First come first served,
Reservations Advised )604-777-7000 or info@nikkeiplace.org .
Rock Paper Scissors
Family Games Day
Sat Feb 23 11am-2pm
Japanese Canadian National Museum presents Jan Ken Pon! (Rock Paper Scissors). Experience over twenty traditional Japanese heritage games and toys at the fourth annual Jan Ken Pon! Family Games Day. Play with colourful tops and a Japanese style cup & ball, make your own sumo wrestlers and beanbags, and run around and burn off some energy. The highlight of the day is a rock-paper-scissors tournament with prizes. Old Japanese heritage toys will also be on display. Information and registration: 604.777.7000 ext 109.Free admission.
Heritage Lounge
Fri Jan 25 7pm
Heritage Lounge Speaker Series. Please join us on Friday January 25, 2008 at 7pm for the Heritage Lounge Speaker Series with Arthur Shogo Kobayashi and Ako Matsubayashi, two former Lemon Creek, B.C. internment camp survivors who will share their memories of being teen-aged prisoners through the WWII years. The host is Nikkei Voice writer Norm Ibuki. Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. Refreshments will be served after the talk. Admission is free. Info visit: nikei.com.ca
Samurai Assassin
Thurs Jan 31, 2008 7pm
The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) movie night. This film is the first in a series of screening in 2008 to acknowledge the 140th anniversary of the bakumatsu and the birth of modern Japan. Directed by Okamoto Kihachi, starring Mifune Toshiro. Admission is $5 for JCCC members, $7 for non-members. In Japanese with English subtitles.
Reiki Sessions
Wed & Thurs 10am, 11:30am & 1pm
Fee: $15 / session (1hour)
Reiki (pronounced "Ray-Key") goes to where energy is blocked, or not moving, and invites movement on all levels-physical, emotional and mental. ("Blocked" energy often shows up as disease). Healer: Parisa Alavi Each session is private. Registration: 604.777.7000 (NNM&HC)
Jiriki-Seitai
Fri 10:15am to 11:30am
Jiriki-Seitai is a way to correct the contortions of the body; loosen and relax stiff parts; contract the loose parts while getting natural energy from our own body and refreshing ourselves. We will work on removing and improving pains from the shoulder, back, etc. so can have a nice, healthy body, be refreshed and be in dialogue with our inner body. We will make sure that you are relaxed, refreshed and feel good after the lessons. Registration: 604.448.8854 or jiriki-seitai@shaw.ca
Meditation Class
Tues, Wed & Thurs
10am, 12pm & 2p
The purpose of this class is to relax from a busy routine. Instructor Parisa Alavi teaches the art of meditation, used as a technique to learn concentration and obtain a feeling of calm or peace. You learn simple breathing, which helps you improve your overall health. Meditation has been practised for over 5000 years, and is a state of concentration or intellectual exercise. Advanced reservations required. Registration: 604-777-7000
Dance Cruise
May 4 – 10 2008
Come and Join the MABC (Malaysian Association in British Columbia) and experience the Diamond Princess. MABC is hosting a fully escorted group tour on a 7 day, 6 night repositioning cruise Los Angeles to Vancouver. Special Group Pricing includes Air from Vancouver, 3 nights Hotel – Anaheim – 3 nights cruising plus transfers. During Cruise: Free Professional Dance Instruction: Jive, Waltz, Tango and more for all levels. For more info visit: www.mabccanada.com or contact Gina
EAST ASIAN
Adrienne Clarkson
Jan 30 7:30pm
Unique lives & experiences of Adrienne Clarkson. Forced to flee Hong Kong in 1941 when Japan invaded, Adrienne Clarkson arrived in Canada as a refugee at the age of 12. From humble beginnings, she forged her way from turmoil to triumph and became the first Chinese Canadian Governor-General. Don't miss an evening with this remarkable national treasure – as she continues to make her mark on Canada. Tix call 1-877-873-8124 or visit the website of the OrpheumTheatre: www.city.vancouver.bc.ca .
Chinese art exhibit
Ongoing 2pm until Feb 10
The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver in collaboration with the Alliance Francaise Vancouver presents Gina Verster who holds a Fine Arts degree from UBC and has served as director at the Canadian Craft Museum. She currently working on a collection of poetic and prose pieces inspired by her travels in France. 555 Columbia St. Vancouver. More info: www. cccvan.com or 604-658-8881
The Banana Boys
Ongoing until Feb 9
A Firehall Arts Centre presentation by Leon Aureus following on sold out shows last season. The BBoys - clever and witty story of five university buddies who try to balance the joys of video games and beer with the frustrations of feeling caught between two cultures.
Children Chorus
Sun Feb 3 7.30pm
On Wings of Songs. The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver in association with Morning Star Singers presents the Children and Young Women Chorus of China National Symphony Orchestra under the distinguished conducting of Yang Hongnian in a program of Chinese and international classical & folk songs: Michael J. Fox Theatre, Burnaby Tix:$15, $25, available at CCC (604-658-8850 & 604-659-8875)www.cccvan.com
Comedy Show
Feb 9 8pm
World Vision Canada presents the highly anticipated Wong Tze Wah Charity Standup Comedy Show 2008. Wong Tze Wah is the top standup comedian in Hong Kong, setting the standard for standup comedy. His charisma and humor has made him the most talked about and sought out comedian and guarantee that you will laugh till you drop. This show is definitely the talk of the city and is drawing an immense amount of interest. Funds raised through this charity event will be designated for the Biogas Project in Shangzhou, China, which will allow poor villagers to use biogas (as a replacement of expensive electricity) to cook food and provide light for the whole family. – Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets 604-295-4800.
Adults' karaoke club
Ongoing, every Mon & Thu 1-3pm
Exercise your vocal chords and the diva inside with English karaoke on Mon and Chinese karaoke on Thu. Bring your own karaoke discs if you have any. Renfrew Park Community Ctr (2929 E 22nd Ave). Info:604-257-8390
Fundraising Gala
Wed Feb 2 6pm
Time: Banquet at 6 pm; Show begins at 8 pm
Venue: General Motors Place (800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver)
Back by popular demand, the Annual S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Fundraising Gala returns to General Motors Place on the 7th Day of the Lunar New Year. The Gala will begins with an exclusive banquet followed by an exciting variety show starring the brightest and most talented performers and artists in the Hong Kong entertainment arena. With an annual audience of over 13,000, the Gala is one of the premier and most anticipated community events in Vancouver. Contact: 604-408-7228 or visit: www.successfoundation.ca for more details.
World Poetry
Mon Jan 28, 2008
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
World Poetry: Gung Haggist Fat Choy Gala, a tribute to Robbie Burns Day and Chinese New Year, this event celebrates Chinese and Scottish traditions with a distinctly Canadian twist. Free admission. Co-sponsored by explorASIAN, The Asian Canadian Writers' Workshop). Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia St., Alice MacKay room. Contact: Programming Office (604) 331-4044
End of East
Thurs Jan 31
One of Canada's bright new literary stars, Jen Sookfong Lee, reads from her debut novel, "The End of East." It is a moving portrait of three generations of the Chan family living in Vancouver's Chinatown. (Free admission. Co-sponsored by Public Library Services Branch, Ministry of Education) Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 350 W. Georgia St., Alice MacKay room.Contact (604) 331-4044.
On going until Feb 15
Art Beatus (Vancouver) Consultancy Ltd. is pleased to present FESTIVE - an energetic and diverse display of artworks inspired by the holiday season. Mixed media paintings by Cha Guojun, ink on rice paper works by Qin Feng, etchings Chen Hai Yan and ink works by Yang Jie Chang will be featured. The winter group display will run from December 10, 2007 to February, 15, 2008. Art Beatus (Vancouver) is located in the Nelson Square Office Tower at 108 – 808 Nelson Street. For more information, please contact Media Relations, Tamla Mah or Akemi Kojihata by email to info@artbeatus.com or by telephone at 604.688.2633.
Year of the Rat
Sat Feb 16 5:30pm
Join the Association of Chinese Canadian Professionals (ACCP) in welcoming The Year of the Rat- Chinese New Year dinner, featuring a keynote speech by Honorary Advisor Ms. Anna Fung who will share her experiences with being the immediate past president of the B.C. Law Society and what it means to be a Chinese Canadian professional and her role as a community leader. Shun Feng Seafood Restaurant (the former Floata Restaurant in Parker Place mall) Unit 1425, 4380 No. 3 Road (Parker Place) Richmond. For more info call 604-304-6088.
Festival Day
Feb 10 10.00am – 4.30 pm
On this day, celebrate Chinese New Year in style at the garden. A number of activities and events will be taking place such as fortune telling, tai chi, traditional Chinese music and crafts, and other fun demonstrations. So. Mark this date down on your calendar and we hope to see you and your family and friends at the Garden! Donations appreciated. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver, BC Info:
www.vancouverchinesegarden.com
The Donwakai
Every 3rd Thurs of the month
It is a great opportunity to learn about the Vancouver Mokuyokai Society. Established in 1982 for people of all nationalities with a strong professional or personal interest in Japan. We look forward to seeing you at Steamworks (Gastown) 375 Water Street, Vancouver, BC. A small charge of $4.00/person for non-members as a contribution towards snacks. For more info: donwa@mokuyokai.bc.ca or call 604-689-2739.
SOUTH ASIAN
No Holds Bar
Thurs Jan 24 9pm
Throw in the Bay Area's hottest DJ Jimmy Love and Seattle's DJ Collage with local spinster DJ Tspoon, and witness a cyclone of energy. Featured Artists include home-town Irish/Punjabi fusion band Delhi2Dublin; San Fransico hip-hop bhangra DJ Jimmy Love; Seattle's DJ Collage; from Vancouver's Beats Without Borders crew, DJ Tspoon; the sensous bansuri and tabla with Prashant John & Stefan Cihelka ; a fusion of tabla and bagpipes with Michael O'Neill & Neelamjit Dhillon; the hard-hitting beats of Punjabi folk music with United Bhangra ; Vancouver's premier South Asian dance troupe FootEdge Dance Company. Atlantis Nightclub, 1320 Richards St., Vancouver Presented by South Asian Arts in association with PuSh International Performing Arts Festival
Canada, My India!
Feb 10 7pm Travels through Greater Vancouver's ethnic diversity, from Abbotsford all the way to Whistler. There is South Asian drizzle throughout! This musical play is performed in English, and highlights the similarities and differences between various Indian arts and western fusions. Canada, My India! is the first locally produced, professional show encompassing classical, folk and fusion arts with the very best that Vancouver has to offer at the Norman Rothstein Theatre. Tickets: www.ticketstonight.ca
Health Fair
Sun Feb 3 11 am to 3pm
South Asian Family Association (SAFA), Naz's Pharmacy and Fraserview Banquet Hall present Health and Wellness Fair 2008 Fraserview Hall , 8240 Fraser Street, Vancouver. Free admission. Free presentations and info on: Heart health and blood pressure, diabetes, hearing, eyes testing, nutrition and exercise, body mass index and obesity, mammography and cancer screening.
Youth Ice Hockey Challenge
Feb 08
10:30-2:00pm
Cosom Ice Hockey uses soft pucks and plastic sticks. All you need is a helmet and skates. Please bring your own skates if possible. Parents can register(30 spaces available) either on the phone (604) – 718-6505 or in person at Sunset Community Centre.
Adult Valentine Skate
Tues Feb 12 8:25-9:30pm
This adult skate will move the heart!!!! Bring your partner, friends and skate to romantic music. Draw prizes included. $2/person
St. Valentine's Day for Play gym (0-5 yrs)
Thursday, February 14 10:00am-11:30am
Come join us on Valentine's Day in the playgym. We will be having lots of fun creating cards, decorating cookies, crafts, playing games and more. Babies under 12 months are free. Parent participation is required. Please pre-register to ensure space.
Surrey Girlz
Every Monday 2-4pm
SurreyGirlz is offering a drop-in for and by sex workers. Looking for more discretion or need support outside of these hours? Call 778-240-1055 to speak with one of the SurreyGirlz. To visit the SurreyGirlz website www.surreygirlz.org . To purchase SurreyGirlz Clothing (proceeds support the drop-in) visit www.surreygirlzfashions.com
SAFA arts youth nights
Ongoing every Fri 7-9pm
The South Asian Family Association's Arts Youth Nights are for kids and teens between seven and 16. Programs are geared to promoting South Asian culture, a positive image of South Asian youth and achieving cultural harmony. Moberly Arts & Cultural Ctr (7642 Prince Albert St). Info: www.safa.ca.
Community Centre
Ongoing until Mar 31
Moberly Arts & Performing and Creative Arts Programs will be conducting lessons on Belly Dancing, Dhol drumming, Bhangra dance and Indo-Jazz dance to young Indo-Canadians. To register for programs call Sunset Community Centre at 604.718.6505 or visit the centre at 7646 Prince Albert Street Vancouver, B.C.
Belly Dance
5:45 pm-7:00 pm
Juanita Reimer teaches middle-eastern belly dance, a timeless dance, rich in history and culture. Belly dancing is a way of learning to recognize the beauty in you, no matter what age, shape or size. Reconnect with your body in this joyous form of expression.
Dhol Drumming
Come and feel the beat! Learn to play the Dhol, an Indian drum used in bhangra. Gurpreet Sian provides lesson to students to learn the basic techniques of playing, as well as the vocabulary required for reading different rhythmic beats. These are semi-private lessons. Please bring a drum if you have one. www.southasianarts.ca.
Bhangra Dance
Until Mar 16
Sun 11:30 am -12:30 pm
Baljeet Pattar and Raakhi Sinha will teach students to learn the fundamental techniques of bhangra, a folk dance from India. Learn proper hand movements and dance steps to both fast and slow beats. www.southasianarts.ca.
Indo Jazz Dance Movement
Ongoing until Mar 12
4:45 pm-5:45 pm
This class is a unique form of fitness and dance that blends jazz and hip hop techniques with Indian folk and contemporary movement, done to "Bollywood" music and world rhythms. www.shiamak.com. To register for programs call Sunset Community Centre at 604.718.6505
Sculpted and Adorned
Tues Jan 29 7pm
Mud Architecture in India. Art historian, curator, anthropologist, photographer, and author Dr. Stephen Huyler shares images and insights gained through 37 years of travel documenting folk art and aesthetics in rural India. This is the second of three talks in our series, "Mud Matters," highlighting the creative and destructive aspects of mud. The final talk takes place on February 5, 2008. Museum of Anthropology at UBC. Info: www.moa.ubc.ca
Bhangra Celebration
Feb 29 - Mar 8
The annual festival continues to evolve with new and exciting events to complement the competition, art exhibit and outdoor evening stage. The City of Bhangra 2008 will include the Drum Circle, exploring global styles of drumming and performance; transfusion, where contemporary and traditional dance styles of the world meet and blend; and Disorienting Bhangra, a panel discussion examining the global popularity of Bhangra. For tickets and information, visit www.vibc.org
Folk dance festival
Sun Mar 2 3pm
We yah hani nah Coastal First Nations Dance Festival. In partnership with the Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad, the Dancers of Damelahamid and MOA welcome you to the inaugural We yah hani nah Coastal First Nations Dance Festival. Come and experience dramatic masked dances, ancient songs, beautiful button blankets, and Northwest Coast art. (All performances free with regular admission.) Info: www.moa.ubc.ca
Daddy Storytime
Tues Feb 5 6:30pm
Surrey Public Library presents Daddy Storytime, a special New story time designated for men and the important kids in their lives. Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, Big Brothers & other Important Guys are invited to bring the kids to enjoy stories and songs together. Daddy Storytime will be held every Thursday until March 11 at the Cloverdale Library, located at 5642 - 176A Street. Panamas are optional! Open to kids of all ages. To register, call 604-598-7320.
Dot Art for Big Ones
Thurs Jan 31 6pm
Thurs Feb 7 6pm
Why should kids have all the fun? Learn an ancient art form and support the environment! Try Dot Art with artist & environmentalist, Rogest on Thursdays, Jan. 31 and Feb. 7, 6 - 9 pm at the Semiahmoo Library. Auction of the paintings will be held on Feb. 21. Proceeds will go to the Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society and Surrey Public Library in support of the Library Grove. There is a $10 charge for the art workshop. Please register at 604-592-6908.
WEST ASIA
MIKA
Feb 15 8pm
95 Crave FM and the Georgia Straight present pop sensation Mika, live in concert. Lebanese-born, London based MIKA Penniman known as Mika has been nominated for a Grammy for Best Dance Recording for 'Love Today'. This is excellent and well earned recognition for the massive global impact that he has had this year. This will be the 50th Annual Grammy Awards, prestigious stuff, and will take place on 10 February 2008 at the Staples Center, Los Angeles. MIKA will also have the opportunity to thank his American fans when he tours the US and Canada at the end of January and early February. Catch Mika at the ORPHEUM theatre 649 Cambie St Vancouver, BC, Canada or call For more information call 604-665-3050.
