Enjoy your Thanksgiving Holiday Monday with these seven events happening in Vancouver on October 8. Check out Culture at the Centre, Richmond Night Market, and more.
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Museum of Anthropology presents Culture at the Centre
- What: Culture at the Centre offers insight into the important work Indigenous-run cultural centres and museums in BC are doing to support their language, culture, and history. Five centres will be showcased representing six communities: Musqueam Cultural Education and Resource Centre (Musqueam), Squamish-Lil’wat Cultural Centre (Squamish, Lil’wat), Heiltsuk Cultural Education Centre (Heiltsuk), Nisga’a Museum (Nisga’a), and Haida Gwaii Museum (Haida).
- When: Now to Monday, October 8, 2018
- When: 10 am to 5 pm
- Where: Museum of Anthropology – 6393 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver
- Tickets: Online
Turkey Toonie Skate
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- What: Enjoy family-friendly activities and ice skating on Thanksgiving Monday.
- When: Monday, October 8, 2018
- Time: 7:30 pm
- Where: Kensington Recreation Complex – 6159 Curtis Street, Burnaby
- Admission: $2, skates and helmet included in the admission fee
Richmond Night Market
- What: This market draws crowds from across the province, who travel to check out the rows on rows of vibrant cuisine along with the diverse line-up of nightly performances on the 50-foot entertainment stage. There will be over 100 food vendors and 200 retail stalls this year.
- When: Now to Monday, October 8, 2018
- Time: Fridays and Saturdays from 7 pm to midnight; Sundays and holiday Mondays from 7 to 11 pm
- Where: 8351 River Road, Richmond (nearby Bridgeport Station)
- Price: $3.75 (regular admission)
Zeal & Ardor
- What: Zeal & Ardor is the one-man brainchild of Manuel Gagneux, a Swiss-American formerly based in New York City.
- When: Monday, October 8, 2018
- Time: Doors 8 pm
- Where: Biltmore Cabaret – 2755 Prince Edward St., Vancouver,
- Tickets: Online, $17
Yoga For The Mindful Skater
- What: Unity From Within presents a yoga series at Flatspot Longboard Shop. Enjoy better overall wellness and mindfulness for a fun skating season.
- When: Every Monday to October 29, 2018
- Time: 7 to 8 pm
- Where: Flatspot Longboard Shop – 112 E. Pender St., Vancouver
- Admission: $5
Mah Jong Meet Up
Mah Jong/FVRL – Tsawwassen Library
- What: Mah Jong has been a popular pastime for centuries, first played in China during the Qing Dynasty. Similar to Rummy, this game uses tiles and involves skill, strategy, and a bit of chance. Learn to play with American rules at Fraser Valley Regional Library – Tsawwassen Branch, then join their members for weekly games at the library.
- When: Every Monday until December 17, 2018
- Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm
- Where: FVRL – Tsawwassen Library – 1321A 56 Street, Delta
- Admission: Free
St. Lucia
- What: Jean-Philip Grobler, known for his musical project St. Lucia, is a South African singer and musician based in Brooklyn. He is touring in support of his latest album Hyperion with special guests The Night Game.
- When: Monday, October 8, 2018
- Time: Doors 7 pm, show 8 pm
- Where: Vogue Theatre – 918 Granville Street, Vancouver,
- Tickets: Online
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