Fun events for everyone to enjoy, including Family Board Games, Theo Katzman, and more. Here are 10 things to check out today, Sunday, January 12.
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Theo Katzman
What: Los Angeles singer-songwriter Theo Katzman performs at VENUE on January 12 with special guest Rett Madison.
When: January 12, 2020
Time: Doors 7 pm
Where: VENUE — 881 Granville Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online
2020 Chinese New Year Vancouver Carnival at Aberdeen Square
What: Aberdeen Square and Mooby Yoho E-Commerce celebrates the Year of the Rat with a Chinese New Year event. The carnival features cultural performances and authentic food, and also celebrates the local history of Asian communities in Metro Vancouver.
When: January 11 until January 18, 2020
Time: 11 am to 7 pm
Where: Aberdeen Square — 4000 Number 3 Road, Richmond
Admission: Free
Robson Square Ice Rink
Robson Square
What: The provincial government’s Robson Square Ice Rink is open for the 2019/2020 season, and as per tradition, skating is free for all ages. Wedged under the covered outdoor plaza at Robson Square, the rink is operated seasonally by the government when temperatures begin to dip.
Skating is free for all ages for those who bring their own skates. Those without skates can rent a pair on-site, for a fee. An on-site concession stand will also serve warm drinks and snacks.
When: Daily until February 29, 2020
Time: Sunday to Thursday from 9 am to 9 pm; Friday and Saturday from 9 am to 11 pm. Holiday hours vary
Where: 800 Robson Street, Vancouver (Robson Street and Howe Street)
Price: Free for all ages, if you bring your own skates. (Skate rentals are $5, and rentals end 30 minutes before closing time.) Robson Square Ice Rink accepts cash only. Helmets are mandatory for children 12 years and under.
Beethoven & Beyond
What: St. Paul’s Anglican Church presents Beethoven & Beyond, the second in their chamber music concert series. The performance will include Beethoven Sextet Opus 81b for 2 horns and string quartet, Shostakovich Quartet Op 110, and Mendelssohn Quartet Op 13.
When: January 12, 2020
Time: 2 to 3:30 pm
Where: St. Paul’s Anglican Church — 1130 Jervis Street, Vancouver
Admission: Donation
Sunday Night Movie Series at Bells and Whistles
Bells and Whistles Exterior (Hanna McLean/Daily Hive)
What: Enjoy movies every Sunday night at Bells and Whistles. January screenings include Galaxy Quest on January 12. Enjoy free popcorn.
When: January 12, 2020
Time: 9 pm
Where: Bells and Whistles — 3296 Fraser Street, Vancouver
Admission: Free
Wael Shawky: Al Araba Al Madfuna
What: For the first time in Western Canada, Egyptian artist Wael Shawky will be showing a collection of his latest work with Al Araba Al Madfuna. Shawky’s contemporary artwork gives visitors the chance to see how history and mythology blur together, or become interchanged as we search for meaning and narrative in real life.
Check out screenings of the multilayered film productions Al Araba Al Madfuna I and Al Araba Al Madfuna II, which will take place during the run of the exhibition on select days. Each explores how mythologies are recorded alongside our current narratives of uncertainty and change.
When: Tuesdays to Sundays from now until January 12, 2020
Time: 10 am to 5 pm, closed Mondays
Where: The Polygon Gallery — 101 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver
Admission: By donation
Lights on the Lake at Harrison Hot Springs
What: Harrison Hot Springs will be overflowing with Christmas spirit this holiday season, thanks to the return of its annual Winter Light Festival. Light displays on the Harrison Lakefront will showcase the mythical creature hiking, biking, paddling, skiing, fishing, camping, and windsurfing. The event will also feature a Christmas tree trail and a brand-new synthetic outdoor ice rink.
When: January 12, 2020
Time: Various times
Where: Harrison Hot Springs
Admission: Free
In the BAG Family Sundays
What: Visit Burnaby Art Gallery for a different family-friendly art project at Family Sundays.
When: January 12, 2020
Time: 1 to 4 pm, beginning on the hour and half-hour mark with the last at 3:30 pm
Where: Burnaby Art Gallery – 6344 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Admission: Free
Kay Meek RESONATE Series – Classic “HITS”
What: Kay Meek presents baroque and classical masterworks performed by Gaël Chabot-Leclerc, Greg Samek, Daniel Tones, Colin Van de Reep, and Paolo Bortolussi. The performance features works by Debussy, Steve Reich and John Wyre, and Telemann and Mozart.
When: January 12, 2020
Time: 3 to 5 pm
Where: Grosvenor Theatre – Kay Meek Arts Centre — 1700 Mathers Avenue, West Vancouver
Tickets: Online
Family Board Games
What: Vancouver Public Library – Renfrew Branch hosts a weekly Family Board Games gathering on Sunday afternoons. Everyone is invited to play one of the library’s games while making new friends. For grades K to 7.
When: Every Sunday until March 29, 2020
Time: 1:30 to 4:30 pm
Where: Vancouver Public Library – Renfrew Branch — 2969 East 22nd Avenue, Vancouver
Admission: Free
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