Archive for May, 2010
Vancouver Gallery Hop
This Saturday, May 29th take in these free tours and talks by art-world experts who will explore and illuminate a selection of exhibitions across the city of Vancouver.
Word On The Street – Bike To Work
Bike to Work Week 2010 begins this Monday May 31st. We caught up with Nich Box, an avid biker who rides to work daily rain or shine and also serves up some of the city’s best coffee at JJ Bean in the Woodward’s complex.
Exclusively Yours
Gastown’s shops are filled with rare finds and unique treasures, especially when hunting for elusive labels and highly sought after accessories. This week one of our favorite shops: The Block, which also happens to be the only stockist of Wendy Nichol in Western Canada; has received some amazing new pieces from the New York based designer. Including one very special pony-haired handbag.
The New “Old Faithful” in Gastown
Gastown’s latest shop by Walter Manning and girlfriend Savannah Olsen Old Faithful is just that. Stocked with a carefully edited collection of classic and well-made items, by unique manufacturers with history and craftsmanship at the helm of their appeal. The shop is somewhat of a well-stocked general store with a modern twist.
Ishara’s Friends & Family Sale
Sale Alert! This Saturday, Gastown’s own Ishara is having Friends & Family Sale with 30-80% off on their fashion collections, in addition with their under-$100 denim rack. That’s awesome! Especially when brands like Rich and Skinny, Smythe, Kasil, Tibi (and many more) go on for sale.
Revel Revel
In search of a good après-11pm dinner last night, some friends and I decided to stop by the Revel Room to sample their brand new menu and sip on some delicious cocktails. Located at 238 Abbott Street in the heart of Gastown, Revel is a definite favourite amongst the community and a wonderful throwback to entertainment and dining. Tuesdays now feature live blues and funk from the Steve Kozak Trio.
Art Books Galore in Gastown
If art and design is your thing, then you’d best head to the new temporary Motto Storefront by Vancouver’s Artspeak Gallery. Located at 233 Carrall Street – the pop-up bookstore and art space is filled with hundreds of rare volumes dedicated to contemporary art. Motto, a Berlin and Zürich-based bookstore and distributor, specializing in experimental, small run and self-published artist books, magazines, and fanzines, has compiled the amazing selection of printed works.
The Heat is On
The sun is shining and it’s beginning to feel a lot like summer in Gastown. It’s finally time to shed your rainboots, jackets and get geared up for some sunshine and happiness. Swimwear, sandals and some of the best summer fashions are beginning to make an appearance in Gastown’s best boutiques and shops.
Gallery Gachet Fundraiser at The Met
Next Wednesday May 19th from 7-10pm, stop by The Met in Gastown (320 Abbott St.) to view some amazing art and support a great cause. In their first collaboration, Gallery Gachet and The Donnelly Fund present Mindscape, a showing of the Gachet Collective’s work. The event will feature an art exhibit and auction with 100% of proceeds going directly to Gallery Gachet.
Terracotta Modern Chinese Q&A
We caught up with the owners of Terracotta Modern Chinese restaurant, the latest unique eatery to open in the heart of Gastown.
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