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27 – 220 East 4th Street, North Vancouver, BC

March 31, 2011 by  
Filed under $300,000+

This is a very unique 1 bedroom and den one level townhome featuring “open concept” living space, bright South exposure with narrow city views, a large covered sundeck with surrounding Japanese garden and a wood burning fireplace and insuite laundry. The unit has had many updates over the past two years including laminate floors, and is located in an excellent condition, well run building with many long term owners. The maintenance fees are low and the building allows pets and unlimited rentals (this unit is presently tenanted month to month for $1,250.00). **BONUS** The den is large enough that it could be used as a child’s nursery or second bedroom. Don’t miss your chance to view this unique property.

2589 Panorama Drive, North Vancouver, BC

March 30, 2011 by  
Filed under $1 million+

Beautiful view, beautiful home, perfect location! This amazing ocean/mountain view home has a great layout with 2 bedrooms and large den – all with own bathrooms. The home has breath-taking kitchen and baths; fabulous stone fireplace, skylights, HUGE view deck…AND a garage! Extras include Restoration Hardware and Kohler fixtures, steam showers, heated flooring, tankless instant hot water system; hot tub; JELD-WEN window; etched glass windows…the list is endless! Across the street from a neighborhood beach and a short walk to all the Cove shops and restaurants. The perfect opportunity to move onto the much sought after Panoramic Drive!

Vancouver International Auto Show and Mercedes Dream Car Lottery

March 24, 2011 by  
Filed under contests

Show Info

The Auto Show is in its 91st year of annual presentation by the New Car Dealers Association of BC (formerly the BC Auto Dealers Association) (www.newcardealers.ca).

The Vancouver International Auto Show is Canada’s third largest Auto Show, and one of Western North America’s premier automotive exhibition events.

About The New Car Dealers Association of BC

New Car Dealers of BC, originally British Columbia Automobile Dealers Association, was formed in 1995 to unite all BC new car dealers that had previously been members of Motor Dealers Association of BC and the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Vancouver. The purpose of the organization is to represent franchise new car and truck dealers in matters of common interest – to create an industry voice that represents each dealer’s concerns relative to public, media, government and industry matters.

Guest Info

The Venue

The 2011 Vancouver International Auto Show will be hosted at the NEW Vancouver Convention Centre West in Vancouver, BC http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com

Vancouver Convention Centre directions, parking, and transit info here.

View the Auto Show floorplan

Show Hours

Tuesday – Friday: Noon – 10PM
Saturday: 10AM – 10PM
Sunday: 10AM – 6PM

Accommodation

Marriott: Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown
Standard rooms starting at $159/night (plus taxes and fees)
1128 West Hastings Street
604-684-1128

Days Inn Vancouver Downtown
Standard rooms starting at $95/night (plus taxes and fees)
921 West Pender Street
1-877-681-4335 and quote the group code CG1131

Admission

General Admission
$15.00
Seniors (65+)/Students $10.00
Children 7-12:(when accompanied by an adult) $4.00
Children 6 and under:(when accompanied by an adult) Free
Family Pass:(2 adults & 2 children 12 & under) $30.00
Multi-Day Pass:                                       $25.00(good for any 2 days)
* Rates subject to change

Features & Contests

Win a VIP Trip to Barrett-Jackson!

Enter to win the Ultimate Barrett-Jackson Experience valued at over $3,500! You and a guest will travel to Las Vegas this September to enjoy the world’s most prestigious collector car event held at the luxurious Mandalay Bay resort.  Includes return airfare from Vancouver, 2 nights accommodation and $500 spending money!  Visit the Rock 101 booth in Classic Alley for your chance to win!

Vacation Highways Coastal Road Trip

Stop by the Vacation Highways display at the Show for your chance to win a 6-day VIP road trip through the Sunshine Coast and Vancouver Island.  This breathtaking coastal adventure for two includes accommodations, activities and BC Ferries passes courtesy of BC Ferries Vacations.  Plus, enjoy the use of a brand new Chevrolet Cruze courtesy of Dueck Auto Group, and $500 in gas to get you going.  The total prize package is valued at over $3,500!

Mosport Racing Adventure – Bridgestone Racing AcademyWhile at the Show, you’ll be able to enter for your chance to win a VIP trip to the renowned Bridgestone Racing Academy at Mosport Race track in Ontario.

This is a once in a lifetime hands-on driving adventure will not only offer you unforgettable thrill ride, but you’ll come away a better driver!

Win a Custom Matte Black Wrap! Listen and log-on to CFOX starting March 21 for your chance to win a custom matte black wrap from Canawrap! Turn your ride from GOOD to “BAD” with this custom wrap.

TCA Industries Ltd.

March 23, 2011 by  
Filed under trades and repairs

TCA Industries Ltd. is committed to providing customers with the highest quality electrical work.

Exhibition – Big Ideas – Responding to Public Art

March 23, 2011 by  
Filed under events calendar

Big Ideas
Responding to Public Art

April 8 – April 23, 2011
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 7, 7-9pm

BIG IDEAS’s is a student art exhibition.
Art works have been created by North Vancouver High School Students in response to the Vancouver International Sculpture Biennale.

Through this program, students explore current topics such as homelessness, cultural identity, science and technology, societal norms, and the environment. In creating cross-media artworks, students challenged their imaginations, responding to these poignant topics as they are evoked in the Vancouver Biennale art installations.

This exhibition is a collaboration between CityScape Community Art Space and the Vancouver Biennale, and three North Shore High Schools; Carson Graham, Bodwell, and Argyle.

Lynn Valley United Church HUGE Garage Sale

March 23, 2011 by  
Filed under events calendar

It’s Back!! The garage sale of the century!
Kitchen items, Sporting Goods, Garden, Entertainment, Kids Stuff, Clothing, Hardware, Holiday, Books, high end clothing,furniture, lamps, jewelery and several artist craft tables with original works of art.

Celebrity Chef Cooking Classes

March 21, 2011 by  
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The Arts Club Theatre Company’s Celebrity Chef Cooking Classes run from March 30 to May 25 in private homes throughout Vancouver. Tickets for each of these fundraising events for the Arts Club Theatre Company are $125 and include a $50 tax receipt. For tickets and info, call Nina Bowkett at 604-687-5315 x450. A full list of chefs and dates is available at artsclub.com

The spring cooking classes kick off with Chef Todd Bright on March 30.

North Shore Kidney Walk

March 21, 2011 by  
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Please Join the Kidney Walk

The Kidney Foundation of Canada, BC Branch is holding its annual Kidney Walk to raise funds and awareness of organ donation that will help support the work of The Kidney Foundation. Everyone can be a hero. Join in; sponsor a walker, volunteer and/or register to be an organ donor.

Participation is easy! Put on your walking shoes and join The Kidney Foundation to raise awareness about kidney health and organ donation and support the mission of The Kidney Foundation of Canada. Don’t want to run or walk? No problem, come and join the fun! Pick up an organ donor registration card while you are there too, you will save a life! This fundraiser will also include entertainment and …complimentary refreshments. Funds raised will support the work of The Kidney Foundation of Canada, BC Branch!

Create a Team: Anyone can form their own team with family, friends or co-workers. Encourage your team members to sign up online, set a fundraising goal and raise pledges individually or as a team!

Date: 09/25/11
Place: Ambleside Park
Time: Registration 9:00 am / Start Time 10:00 am
North Shore Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/event.php?eid

Contact Information:
Barbara Valentine
Special Events Coordinator
Barbarav@kidney.bc.ca OR northshorewalk@kidney.bc.ca
T: 604.736.9775 Ext 228
C: 604.250.6925

SEVEN!

March 21, 2011 by  
Filed under events calendar

SEVEN! A diverse group show of works by Bob Araki, Enda Bardell, Elsa Bluethner, Melodie Douglas, Marney-Rose Edge, Lorry Hughes and Etsu Inoue

From March 29 – April 10, at the FEDERATION OF CANADIAN ARTISTS Gallery, 1241 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 4B7
604.681.8534, www.artists.ca” Gallery hours 10am – 4pm, Tuesday to Sunday.
Opening reception Thursday March 31, 6-8PM. Artists also in attendance Sunday April 10, 1 – 4 pm

Making Recovery a Reality Gala

March 21, 2011 by  
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Turning Point Recovery Society’s annual Making Recovery a Reality Gala has become one of Vancouver’s premier galas and the only event of its kind of addiction services in the Lower Mainland. We are thrilled to announce Katey Sagal as our special guest speaker this year.

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