Beach Avenue house
When the “FOR SALE” sign went up, I figured its days were numbered. But looks like this charming little yellow house, one of its kind in the land of highrises, is safe. At least, they haven’t knocked it down yet. Click to view Read more »
“Richmond Arts” building
I love when old business signs, long hidden yet still intact, are revealed. That happened briefly with this building at Granville and 14th. A visit to the library revealed that “Richmond Arts” was a framing store that only was in business for a year or so, circa 1971. In October 2003, its red signage saw … Continue reading “Richmond Arts” building Read more »
Historic photos
A photo exhibit at SFU shows East Hastings with thriving business serving a then-still-existent working class; and a protest on the Burrard Bridge in 1985 that shows the gritty industrial character down below… before they cleared that all away to make room for the glass towers. Click to view Read more »
Diner
Great old diner near West 2nd. Modestly priced Chinese and Canadian cuisine. Non-updated decor inside and out. A delight. Click to view Read more »