7 things to do in Vancouver today: Monday, January 15

Jan 12 2018, 1:39 am

Start your Monday with one of our seven things to do in Vancouver today, Monday, January 15. Fundraiser for Christian and Larry, Strange Art Sessions, and more.

And for more things happening around town check out our events section.

Support Our Pal – A Fundraiser For Christian and Larry

  • What: The Parlour pizza restaurant in Yaletown is hosting a fundraiser for Christian Zelichowski and Larry Claypool, two Vancouverites who were seriously injured in a Burrard Bridge crash before Christmas. Their friends are holding an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet to give everyone a chance to show their support in person. All funds raised during the evening will be shared between Zelichowski and Claypool.
  • When: Monday, January 15, 2018
  • Time: 7:30 pm to 1 am
  • Where: The Parlour – 1011 Hamilton St, Vancouver
  • Tickets: On Eventbrite or in person, $50

Trade Accelerator Program – Greater Vancouver

  • What: World Trade Centre Vancouver has recently launched Canada’s Trade Accelerator Program (TAP), an initiative that has been successfully operating by the Toronto Regional Board of Trade since 2015.
  • When: Monday, January 15 and Tuesday, January 16, 2018
  • Time: 9 am to 4:30 pm
  • Where: Pan Pacific Hotel – Oceanview Suite 5 – 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
  • Apply: Online

Strange Art Sessions

  • What: Enjoy a beer and an evening of unexpected creativity. Each Strange Art Session will explore a different theme, technique, or material, such as Still Life Drawing.
  • When: Monday, January 15 and Monday, February 12, 2018
  • Time: 7 pm
  • Where: Strange Fellows Brewing – 1345 Clark Drive, Vancouver
  • Admission: $10. RSVP by emailing events@strangefellowsbrewing.com.

Parenting Workshop – How to keep your children safe in the modern world

  • What: The goal of this workshop by Vancouver Hebrew Academy and Chabad of Richmond is to empower parents with the knowledge and skills to create an environment for every child that is safe from the chance of dangers of abuse.
  • When: Monday, January 15, 2018
  • Time: 7:30 pm
  • Where: Chabad of Richmond – 200-4775 Blundell Road, Richmond
  • Admission: By Donation

Norman Rudy’s Comedy Night

  • What: A night of entertainment with comedian Tyler Morrison and live music by The Funky Snow Monkeys.
  • When: Monday, January 15, 2018
  • Time: 8 pm
  • Where: Norman Rudy’s – 40900 Tantalus Road, Squamish
  • Tickets: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Call
    604-815-7978 for tickets.

Art Exhibition: Flowers Unlimited and Echoes in the Midst

  • What: Britannia Art Gallery presents two new exhibits in January: Flowers Unlimited, paintings and clay art by Amy Lee, and Echoes in the Midst, a mixed media collection by Donna Lynn Ross.
  • When: Now to Friday, February 2, 2018
  • Time: Various times
  • Where: Vancouver Public Library–Britania Branch – 1661 Napier Street, Vancouver
  • Admission: Free

My Story Mondays

  • What: Speakers share authentic stories of facing fears, overcoming adversity, accomplishing achievements, and experiencing great adventures. Featuring Story Academy Leader Winston Yeung.
  • When: Third Monday of every month
  • Time: 7 pm
  • Where: XY – 1216 Bute Street, Vancouver
  • Tickets: Online, $10-$15
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