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Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People… several events are already sold out this week. Way to go Vancouver!  I have removed them from the list but there is still a huge variety to choose from. Go forth, try to stay dry, and enjoy! As usual, please check with venues for any last minute changes/cancellations. Dine Out Vancouver Festival January 19- February 4 This event runs from January 19, 2018 until February 4, 2018. A full 17-day schedule of delicious events that provide yo ...Continue Reading

Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People… apologies for 2nd email but as I was checking my own list today looking for the start time of an event I noticed it wasn’t there!  I have no idea why, but several events went mysteriously missing.  I have now re-added them.  Never enough time to add absolutely everything of course, which is why I always encourage you to go to the website once in a while to see if there are new listings.  Thanks everyone. As usual, please check with venues ...Continue Reading

Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People… apologies for 2nd email but as I was checking my own list today looking for the start time of an event I noticed it wasn’t there!  I have no idea why, but several events went mysteriously missing.  I have now re-added them.  Never enough time to add absolutely everything of course, which is why I always encourage you to go to the website once in a while to see if there are new listings.  Thanks everyone. As usual, please check with venues ...Continue Reading

Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People… an overview of what is upcoming this week. Who said Vancouver is dull in January?  Endless options. As usual, please check with venues for any last minute changes/cancellations.  Enjoy! Dine Out Vancouver Festival January 19- February 4 This event runs from January 19, 2018 until February 4, 2018. A full 17-day schedule of delicious events that provide you with unique culinary experiences to please your palate. These include guided ...Continue Reading

Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People… the list could be endless this week but I am out of time. Sunday January 21 is a very tough call! How lucky are we? As usual, please check with venues for any last minute changes/cancellations.  Enjoy! Pacific Cinematheque – Canada’s Top Ten Filmfest Jan 12-21 This event runs from January 12, 2018 until January 21, 2018. The year’s best Canadian films are in the spotlight in The Cinematheque’s annual presentation of the Canada’s Top Ten ...Continue Reading

Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People… lots of diverse events to help ward off the January blahs.  Plus… I have two gift cards to give away. BCAA’s Evo car share membership (highly recommended. I use it even though I have a car)  plus 75 free minutes.  Loads of cars (Toyota Prius) all over the city and with snow tires just in case. You can even take them to the airport and drop them off. My last trip to YVR cost a whole $7.50.   Going, going, gone to the first two people who resp ...Continue Reading

Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People… the first picks of the new year.  Hoping your year is off to a fine start already. No slow down in the offerings around town though some calendars/venues do not have their January events posted yet so do check back on the website for additions. And as usual, please check with venues for any last minute changes/cancellations.  Enjoy! West Point Grey Legion – WOW Jazz Orchestra Free eventJanuary 2, 2018 8:00 pm The WOW Jazz Orchest ...Continue Reading

Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People… The last post of 2017!  A Happy and Healthy 2018 to each and every one of you. Wishing you a new year filled with new hope, new joy and new beginnings. And as usual, please check with venues for any last minute changes/cancellations…. and for availability on NYE. Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Andrew Millar/Oliver Gannon/Jodi Proznick By DonationDecember 28, 2017 8:00 pm Drummer and Tangent Jazz founder Andrew Millar, returns from NYC fo ...Continue Reading

Hi All... well the earlier start for We Three Queens at Jazz Vespers on Christmas Eve slipped by me.. but not by the eagle eye of Deborah (thanks Deb!).  Just letting you know that Vespers at St Andrews Wesley actually starts at 3p.m. this week.  I am still advising arriving early as this is a very popular annual event.  And do take care in that pesky snow!! ...Continue Reading

Jeni’s Picks for the week ahead Dear Picks People…Whatever is beautiful. Whatever is meaningful. Whatever brings you happiness. May it be yours these holidays.  Wishing each of you a holiday season filled with love, joy, peace, hope and inspiration! And as usual, please check with venues for any last minute changes/cancellations. Community Thrift & Vintage – Champagne & Shopping Free event December 19, 2017 6:00 pm Have some complimentary champagne, lock in some la ...Continue Reading