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Calling all literature enthusiasts, <a href="https://www.wordvancouver.ca/" target="_blank">Word Vancouver</a> returns this month.
Western Canada&#8217;s largest literary festival runs from September 19 to 27 and will feature 140 authors and 50 events.
The festival aims to bring authors and readers together to share stories, books, and points-of-view.
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&#8220;This has been a tough year for everyone, and Festival organizers hope by providing this extensive, free online programming that they can offer connection and inspire creativity for everyone in the community,&#8221; notes Word Vancouver in a release.
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This year&#8217;s programming has been curated by Bonnie Nish, Word Vancouver&#8217;s executive director, and Betsy Warland (LGBTQ2S+ programs) and Russell Wallace (Indigenous program). There will be a number of workshops, discussions, and readings.
A full program schedule can be found on the <a href="https://www.wordvancouver.ca/" target="_blank">Word Vancouver website. </a> 
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Western Canada's largest literary festival is happening in Vancouver this week

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Western Canada's largest literary festival, Word Vancouver, runs from September 19 to 27 and will feature 140 authors and 50 events.

Western Canada's largest literary festival happens in Vancouver this week

Word Vancouver returns to the city this month

Bootleggers and Internet Masterminds are teaming up to host Goodfellas Gala ‘Halloween with the Mobs Most Wanted’ at The Vancouver Club on Halloween night Oct 31st, 7PM-1AM. Step into a night of power, prestige, and iconic style at the Goodfellas Gala. Join us for a one-of-a-kind mobster themed Halloween gala that will leave you feeling connected and empowered. This isn't your average Halloween party – it’s a celebration of the style and excitement from the 1920s to the 1980s, capturing the allure of the mob in its most iconic years and beyond.Get tickets while they’re still available! https://goodfellasgala.ca/special Join Vancouver’s most notorious Dons, Mob Bosses, Mob Queens, Consigliere, Associates, and Hitmen as they come together for one unforgettable night filled with dancing, laughs, and great photos. The event will be buzzing with fun, stylish energy, and everyone will be showing off their best looks. Channel your inner gangster and suit up in your sharpest tux, leather jacket, or finest cocktail dress. Whether it’s vintage fur or glamorous jewels, this is your chance to showcase timeless style with a dangerous edge. From classic mobster outfits to creative, pop culture-inspired costumes, this is your time to shine. Let’s keep it classy, no punks allowed!Imagine a networking party where business meets friendship. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun – so bring your best look and get ready for a night to remember!Time: 7PM-1AMDate: October 31st, 2024Location: The Vancouver Club, 915 West Hastings Street Vancouvertickets: https://goodfellasgala.ca/special  What to expect: <ul><li>⭐ 700+ guests, including top creatives, business leaders, and influential professionals from all walks of life</li><li>⭐ Complimentary appetizers until 11PM</li><li>⭐ Exclusive VIP lounge in the Georgian Room</li><li>⭐ Live music performances featuring singers, saxophone, and piano</li><li>⭐ DJs spinning all night across two stages</li><li>⭐ An exhibition of modern and contemporary art</li><li>⭐ A stunning night inside the prestigious Vancouver Club Ballroom</li><li>⭐ The ultimate setting to make powerful connections</li></ul>Goodfellas Gala | Presented by Internet Masterminds &amp; Bootleggers Cocktails About Internet Masterminds | @internetmastermindsInternet Masterminds brings together ambitious entrepreneurs, C-level executives, directors, influencers, and marketing experts who are committed to supporting each other’s success. Our community hosts events designed to inspire learning, foster connections, and promote collaboration. Whether you’re looking to deepen your digital marketing knowledge, build meaningful relationships, or create powerful business partnerships, Internet Masterminds is your gateway to growth.The IM Membership is an exclusive network of accomplished professionals with leadership experience, strong connections, and a reputation for integrity and excellence. Members enjoy access to private events, including dinners, parties, workshops, and mentorship to scale your businesses online.Apply now to schedule your free consultation:https://internetmasterminds.org/membership  About Bootleggers | @bootleggerscocktailB﻿ootleggers Cocktail is a leading pioneer in the realm of immersive art and nightlife social experiences. As an art-inspired cocktail brand, their mission is to elevate cocktail culture by delivering high-quality beverages that can be enjoyed anywhere, anytime. Crafted with 100% real premium ingredients, Bootleggers Cocktails are free from preservatives and remain shelf-stable for at least one year without refrigeration. Discover more about their events and beverages on their website.http://bootleggerscocktail.com

Bootleggers and Internet Masterminds are hosting the Goodfellas Gala at The Vancouver Club on Halloween night

Bootleggers and Internet Masterminds Bring Mob-Themed Halloween to The Vancouver Club

The Vancouver Club

Vancouver’s leading pregnancy, baby and toddler event, The Baby Show Vancouver, returns to Canada Place, running November 2 and 3. Shop 100’s of brands from national and local retailers showcasing the latest must-haves for parents, while indulging in free samples and hearing from the country’s top parenting experts. From car seat safety to babywearing, sleep routines to perinatal and postpartum support, The Baby Show Vancouver offers parents the chance to dive head first into the parenting world. Brands participating at the show this fall include TJ’s The Kiddie Store, Ergo Baby, Pampers, Aveeno Baby, Zarbee’s, Peg Perego, Wonderfold, Clek, Munchkin, Ddrops, Nest Designs, Stonz, Paume, Quark and Embark. Tickets are available now via thebabyshows.com.The Baby Show Vancouver offers visitors peace of mind, with everything they need for their little one under one roof. Attendees can shop the latest baby products, enjoy exciting giveaways and discounts, indulge in complimentary on-site massages, and ask their pressing questions to expert speakers and exhibitors. Parents can also look forward to meet and greet sessions with the beloved character Bluey, taking place Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm.The Baby Show Vancouver runs Saturday, November 2 and Sunday, November 3 at Canada Place, East Facility, Hall B. Tickets are on sale now at thebabshows.com.When:      Saturday, November 2, 2024 – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday, November 3, 2024 – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMWhere: Canada Place, East Facility, Hall B, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3E2Admission:   General (12+): $15.00Child (5-11): $10.00Infant (0-4): FREEPurchase Tickets: For a smooth purchase experience, we encourage you to buy your tickets online in advance.<ul><li>Promo Code: Save $5 off the general admission ticket price with a customized promo code available for online sales only. Contact info@thebabyshows.com for your code. Note: No discounts will be available at the door. You must buy tickets online in order to redeem savings.</li></ul>Parking/Transport:<ul><li>Underground parking is available for a fee at Canada Place</li><li>Canada Place is easily accessible via public transit</li></ul>SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:Embark Seminar Stage – Stop by to hear leading local and national parenting experts speak on a variety of topics ranging from what parents need to know about car seat safety, babywearing and how to attain some much-needed sleep. All speakers are also available for question and answer periods after their talks. Massage Area – Designed for both prenatal and postnatal massage, West Coast College of Massage Therapy will be on hand to give you some relief. Massage can help you sleep better and can also reduce fluid retention and swelling. Stop by and receive a complimentary massage both days of the showAveeno Baby Photowall – Strike a pose in front of the eye-catching Aveeno Baby-branded photowall and take home a special full size sample!Sample Area – Exclusive product giveaways from the: Egg Board, Pampers, MAM baby, Love Child Organics, Skip The Dishes &amp; more. Plus, 3,000 reusable bags provided by Ddrops are available at the door to fill with free shopping samples and new products. Meet and Greet – Bring your little ones for a meet and greet with Bluey on Saturday and Sunday. Sponsored by Pampers.SPEAKER HIGHLIGHTS:Holly Choi, Child Safety Expert from Safe Beginnings First AidTopic: Car Seat Safety Holly Choi will discuss the common car seat mistakes she helps families resolve on a regular basis, and how to avoid them; so you can ensure your little one is riding safe and sound.Missy Morrison Charko, Certified Pediatric Sleep Sense™ Consultant and Founder of “Say Yes to the Rest Pediatric Sleep Consulting”Topic: From Bump to Baby: How to Achieve Healthy Sleep for You and Your Little OneMissy will be sharing her essential tips on how to help your little one take restful naps and achieve the necessary, quality sleep to support their growth and development throughout the night.Makita Wiggins, Registered Clinical CounsellorTopic: The Pre Before PostpartumMakita is a mom of two little ones and has been navigating the plethora of emotions that comes with parenting. She understands the complications that come with perinatal and postpartum and looks forward to supporting more moms through this process. Hannah Fairman, Babywearing Educator and ConsultantTopic: Intro to BabywearingHannah is passionate about assisting families in mastering the art of comfortable and confident babywearing. Her talk will cover the benefits of babywearing, different types of baby carriers, safety guidelines for babywearing, and practical demonstrations on how to properly use and adjust carriers. It will also cover the physiological and emotional bonding aspects of babywearing.Visit www.thebabyshows.com for a full speaker schedule. For the latest updates on The Baby Show, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Tag us with the hashtag #BabyShowVAN and #BabyShowBC to share your experience. Plus, never miss contests and deals when you sign up for The Baby Show Newsletter!

Enjoy Vancouver’s top pregnancy and parenting event! Engage with experts, shop must-haves, unlock discounts, and enjoy free samples!

Fall Baby Show Vancouver

Canada Place

An End-of-a-Lifetime Immersive Journey into Purgatory ParadiseGuests of 'The Last Resort' were passengers of a cruise ship that sailed into the Bermuda Triangle in 1971 and was never heard from again.You arrive at a destination that wasn’t on the itinerary – ‘The Last Resort’ is lavishly appointed and seems to promise endless tropical luxuries, but you'll quickly come to discover there’s no obvious way to leave. Your every need will be tended to by the mysterious staff: Mr. Temperance, the host at the Hereafter Bar, the Queen of Cups, a winsome mixologist always ready to lend an ear, Death, the beautiful showgirl who stars at the Limbo Lounge, and many other friendly faces. Judgement. The Magician. The Lovers. The Devil.Seize the opportunity to embark on our mind-altering journey through tropical splendour to your final reward. Linger in the moonlight with a haunted lover, attend a sultry cabaret performance with Death as the star, cherish a private moment with a magical guide, take part in an eerie game show, or dance in the arms of a doomed storyteller whispering secrets into your ear.Welcome.The Last Resort is an immersive theatrical experience as imagined by the award-winning mind behind such Vancouver-based immersive shows as 'Slumber Here', 'Alice in Glitterland', and 'The Neverland Night Circus', alongside a team of professional artists, writers, dancers, actors, magicians, costumers, and themed entertainment designers.  Join us on this one-of-a-kind journey through a purgatory paradise exploring themes of change, choice, mortality, and growth. Weaving the Tarot arcana throughout the story allows audience members to interact with their fates directly, and guests are invited to choose their level of participation, denoted by a colored lei placed around their necks as they're welcomed into the Hereafter.The two-hour experience leads audience members through an exploration of death and the process of self-actualization as seen through the eyes of guests of a tropical party resort in the early 1970s. The story unfolds through an awe-inspiring blend of sensual choreography, vintage exotica soundtrack, three themed bars with cocktails crafted just for The Last Resort, and several rooms of lushly-detailed atmosphere.Every stay at The Last Resort is a unique experience, as every guest is encouraged to explore, observe, follow and interact with the resort staff as they please. Partake in resort activities, eavesdrop on private conversations and intimate moments, or linger at the Hereafter Bar and let the old souls spin you a tall tale or two. It’s your Afterlife.thelastresortvancouver.comfairlith.com

Guests of this End-of-a-Lifetime immersive trip into Purgatory Paradise are cruise ship passengers lost in the Bermuda Triangle in 1971.

The Last Resort - Immersive Theatre in Vancouver

At the Waldorf

In its 31st year, and as popular today as ever, one of this country’s most joyous annual traditions returns to BC this December 1-22, 2024 as part of a 9-city tour. Known for sold-out houses and standing ovations, this ensemble is a “must-see” ticket on the holiday calendar. Winter Harp is a joyous concert experience that has captured the spirit of the season, and audience’s hearts, for over three decades. On stage, Winter Harp’s outstanding musicians and singers, clad in beautiful medieval attire, perform a collection of music that ranges from familiar carols to Celtic, medieval and world tunes. At the theatre performances, magical backdrops of cathedral and snow set a stage for the golden Celtic and classical harps, drums, tambourines, temple bells, flutes, and an assortment of beautiful ancient and rare instruments, including the ethereal-sounding bass psaltery (the only one like it in the world), the organistrum (an early form of the hurdy-gurdy) and the Swedish nyckelharpa. Don’t miss this journey of pure magic! Winter Harp — Christmas begins here.

Glorious music and song combine with festive  stories to wrap you snugly in the Christmas spirit. Winter Harp --Christmas begins here.