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Marvelous Murals – Vancouver’s Answer to Dreary Days

by Jane Weiss in Uncategorized on November 24, 2016

Photo: Rob Weiss

Looking for the perfect cure for the rainy day blues? Look no further than historic Mount Pleasant. Known for heritage buildings, funky shops, cafes and eateries, Mount Pleasant is also home to a thriving art scene. Recently, while strolling the bustling streets of the Mount Pleasant area, I was struck by the size and scope of the outdoor murals. Imagine, talented artists turning blank building walls into spectacular art installations. Accessible, public art, many pieces thought provoking and some works simply pure, clean fun.

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Marvelous Murals – Vancouver’s Answer to Dreary Days

Support Local Craftswomen / Artisans and Holiday Shop at the Women’s Winter Faire

by Inside Vancouver in Shop on November 23, 2016

Image via SoundsandFuries.com

By Casey Stepaniuk

If you’re looking for a fun time in a wonderful atmosphere and a great place to find unique, hand-crafted holiday gifts, Vancouver’s Women’s Winter Faire is definitely where you should find yourself the weekend before Christmas next month. But Fairegoers might not realize they’re also participating in a longstanding tradition of feminist and LGBTQ+ organizing and activism in Vancouver. I got the scoop on this tradition from Pat Hogan, organizer of the Women’s Winter Faire and co-founder of Sounds and Furies, the production company that oversees the Faire and many other rad events.

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Support Local Craftswomen / Artisans and Holiday Shop at the Women’s Winter Faire

7 Instagram worthy locations in Vancouver to take your coffee break

by Lenee Son in Food & Drink on November 14, 2016

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There’s a lot to love about Vancouver — the lush rainforest, fresh mountain air, endless ocean, and cosmopolitan cool make it one of the world’s most liveable cities. But besides our picturesque landscape, the city is building a reputation for our coffee culture and top-notch brews. Condé Nast Traveler, Matador Network, and Smarter Traveler have all named Vancouver as one of the world’s best cities for coffee aficionados.

Blossoming throughout this natural wonderland metropolis are a number of independently owned coffee houses and restaurants with unique brews, sophisticated decor, ethical and sustainable sourcing, and quality eats. While you’re certainly welcome to grab a coffee to go, these stunning spaces are so lovely you’ll want to take your time to savour and ‘gram your skillfully served java.

Whether you’re looking for a personalized pour-over or the perfect coffee photo-op for your curated social media gallery, you’ll find it here.
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7 Instagram worthy locations in Vancouver to take your coffee break

Photos: Vancouver Mural Festival brings 41 new murals to the city

by Lenee Son in Photo Essays on August 29, 2016

Murals at the False Creek Flats.

Vancouver is embracing its’ flourishing street art scene with 41 new murals brought to the city by the first ever Vancouver Mural Festival.

The murals, painted by both local and international artists, are located throughout Mount Pleasant and the Downtown Eastside.

For a glimpse of some of the new murals and details of mural locations, check out the photo essay below.

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Photos: Vancouver Mural Festival brings 41 new murals to the city

You want murals? Vancouver’s got murals!

by Shawn Conner in Uncategorized on August 11, 2016

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Murals are coming to Vancouver in a big way.

On Aug. 20, the Inaugural Vancouver Mural Festival will celebrate a series of new murals in the Main Street and Mt. Pleasant/False Creek Flats communities. The exhibition includes work by 35+ artists, both local and international.

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You want murals? Vancouver’s got murals!