Granville Street is where the world came to Mix it up during the 2010 Olympics. We're carrying this same spirit into the summer with a slew of summer events including dance, music, food and drink. Come visit Vancouver's Street and get the details here.

Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Carol Burnett at the Orpheum

Carol Burnett will be making an appearance on September 18 at the Orpheum. Tickets are available from Ticketmaster to see his comedy legend in person. Here is a clip of Burnett at work with Robin Williams.



Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Studio 54 is Back... at the Caprice!



Fashion party of the Season
At Caprice Nightclub, Sponsored by Sasso Moda

Join us for one amazing night as Studio 54, the most exclusive nightclub in history, is brought back to life. Sexy roller girls, shiny disco balls, funky tunes, and fashion by Sasso Moda

Location: Caprice Night Club 967 Granville St
Date: Thursday, July 31, 2008 9:00 PM-3:00 AM
Dress to impress, Glitter in gold!

Tickets:
$10 Advance
$15 Door
$20 Limo Packages

For tickets or more info contact:
Sasso Moda: 604-689-1996
OR stop by the store and get tickets!

Monday, July 28, 2008

The Black Crowes @ The Orpheum - Sept 4.

September 4 at 7:30 pm – ORPHEUM
THE BLACK CROWES
Live Nation proudly presents legendary alt rockers The Black Crowes, live in concert with Special Guests.
Tickets 604-280-4444 Ticketmaster Live Nation



Sunday, July 27, 2008

Beck at the Orpheum - August 28

August 28 at 8:00 pm – ORPHEUM
BECK


99.3 The Fox and The Georgia Straight proudly present Beck, live in concert with special guests Band of Horses.
Tickets 604-280-4444 Ticketmaster



Saturday, July 26, 2008

Friday, July 25, 2008

Chris Rock at the Orpheum

August 24, 25 and 26 at 7:30 pm – ORPHEUM
CHRIS ROCK

Live Nation proudly presents funny man Chris Rock, live in concert. Lauded by awards and critics alike, Chris Rock is one of our generation's strongest comedic voices. The Brooklyn-raised comedian has garnered three Emmy Awards, three Grammy Awards and has seen his former eponymous talk show become one of HBO's highest-rated and most talked-about programs.
Tickets 604-280-4444 Ticketmaster Live Nation

Here's my favourite bit.. about 'Tussin.

Thursday, July 24, 2008

Love PONG? Think Galaga is an eternal classic? Then you'll LOVE THIS.

VIDEO GAMES LIVE



October 29 at 8:00 pm – ORPHEUM
Video Games Live™ is an immersive concert event featuring music from the most popular video games of all time. Top orchestras & choirs perform along with exclusive video footage and music arrangements, synchronized lighting, solo performers, electronic percussionists, live action and unique interactive segments to create an explosive entertainment experience! Created and produced by industry veterans and world famous video game composers Tommy Tallarico and Jack Wall, Video Games Live™ features the best music and exclusive synchronized video clips from the most popular games from the beginning of video gaming to the present, including Mario, Halo, Zelda and more.

Tickets 604-280-4444 Ticketmaster Video Games Live

Piano Man - July 29 - Commodore Ballroom



July 29 at 8:00 pm – VANCOUVER PLAYHOUSE


NIKOLAI DEMIDENKO
Showcase Pianos proudly presents Nikolai Demidenko, live in concert. Demidenko is one of the most physically powerful pianists around. His performance of Beethoven’s Diabelli Variations turned the music into a showcase for his technical brilliance, especially in the ferocious energy of the faster variations.
Tickets 604-280-4444 Ticketmaster

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Presenting the Werewolves of Creston

Werewolves of Creston performing at Ceilis tonight.

Here they are performing live at the Vancouver Art Gallery as part of the Downtown Street Beats Busker Festival. Missed out on this show? You still have another chance to see them LIVE and at no cost at Canada place, August 22 at 12:00 noon.

WIN A PRIZE! Email the name of the song to shopgranville@shopgranville.ca and I will draw a name to win a gift certificate from my stash here (your choice.. I have a few types). Put WEREWOLVES in the subject line so Outlook files it properly. Deadline August 15. Good luck!


Let no construction stand in the way of sales.

Canada Line Construction is coming along nicely. Walking along the site.. you can see the industrious workers laying down an impressive grid of rebar. Getting near to the top so you can get a nice close look at what's going on.



A true bargain hound woudln't let a little construction stand in the way of her/him and all the luscious sales this month. Seriously, there's a ton going on to make the extra effort work your while.. a few to whet your appetite...


SPANK CLOTHING
FLUEVOG SHOES
HART & SOLE
ZENNKAI SALON
PACIFIC CENTER

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Holt Renfrew Now or Never Sale

Save up to 70% at the Holt Renfrew Now or Never Sale!

Ends July 27.

*excluding cosmetics, fragrances, Chanel, Tiffany & Co. and select departments, ask a Holt Renfrew sales associate for more details.

Downtown Street Beats Returns

Until August 29
Monday to Friday, 12pm – 2pm

Lighten up your summer work week with a mid-day entertainment treat. Awe-inspiring street performers exhilarate crowds in Downtown Vancouver for the second annual Downtown Street Beats Summer Busker Series! Bring your lunch to the daily venue (rotates between London Drugs at Granville and Georgia, the Vancouver Art Gallery and Canada Place) between 12 noon to 2pm for free entertainment including sultry female vocalists to Mariachi bands or breakdancers and more.

30 world class buskers, 5 days a week, 2 shows a day, 3 fantastic venues, zero cost… but if you like what you see, be sure to make a donation when the hat is passed around!

The Downtown Street Beats Summer Busker Series is brought to you by the DVBIA, Canada Line Rapid Transit and Canada Place.





Performance Dates on Granville at West Georgia St. (in front of London Drugs)

Monday July 28
12:00 noon - Angela Molineux 1:00 pm - Mariachi Los Dorados

Monday August 11
12:00 noon - Christina Maria
1:00 pm - Carolina Chojnacki

Monday August 18
12:00 noon - Butcher's Dog
1:00 pm - Mariachi Los Dorados

Monday August 25
12:00 noon - Blackberry Wood
1:00 pm - Butcher's Dog

Thursday August 28
12:00 noon - Rising Tide
1:00 pm - Victory Girls

Monday, July 21, 2008

Sales in Pacific Center

Much like the scorching rays of the summer sun, the sales are RED HOT in Pacific Center this week. As always, I recommend you call the store for full details on sale including the sale end, and discounts. I am but a mere shopper meandering the malls, and know not of the intricacies of their rules! With that said... here are the sales!

Le Chateau - 4-5 racks are on sale, including dress pumps. Prices as marked.

MaxMara - Pretty much everything except the new arrivals on the left side, 50% off, prices as marked. Saw a beautiful orange silk sundress reduced from $570 -> $270. Right wall, also comes in brown.

H&M - 70% off Select Items. Saw some swim suits for 50% off the last ticketed price, which was $12, which makes the suit 6 freaking dollars!!!

Huge Boss - Select Sportswear up to 40% off.

Harry Rosen - An additional 25% off all sale dress shirts, ties, sport jackets, casual trousers, casual outerwear and leather, sportswear. (large selection)

Ermenegildo Zegna - 50% off remaining sale stock.

Browns - Up to 70% off as marked PLUS take an additional 25% off each additional pair of shoes, after the first pair (of equal or lesser value).

Joneve - Up to 50% off, An additional 50% off on 2nd sale item.

Artizia - 30& - 50% off select summer and spring merchandise.

Jacob - Up to 50% off select items

Blue Ruby - Small rack of gold and enamel bangles, bracelets, and necklaces for 30% off. Not on sale, but absolutely adorable, Mark Poulin Jewelry... didn't catch the prices, because they were under glass.

Tubby the squirrel Young buck


Club Monaco - Some items on sale, as marked. Need to wander around and be pleasantly surprised when you see the sale mark on your desired item.

Foot Locker - Golf shirts are BOGO, Clearance on a number of men's and ladies shoes. Mix and match shoes at 2 for $49.99.

Feet First Shoes - 50% off lowest price including Geox and Hushpuppies, Styles include Ballet flats, patent heels, sandals, men's shoes and more.

La Senza - Plenty of sales on everything, but of note, prices as low as 5 panties for $15, select bras as low as $8.50. Exclusive sale of Victoria Secret body products including perfume, lipglosses and bath products.

Geox - 20% - 50% off.

NINE West - Up to 50% off select stock

Laura Petits - Up to 70% off

Danier Leather - All Jackets 1/2 original price. Purses from $39.

Aldo Accessories - 2 for 1 Price.

Aldo - Up to 70% off as marked.

BCBG Max Azria - Up to 70% off

Fairweather - up to 80% off

Stitches
- Lowest prices of the season. Sample prices such as jeans for $24.99, T-shirts for $6, and Hoodies for $12.

Espirit - Up to 50% off

Tristan - Up to 70% off seasonal items (imho, pretty much everything. This one is definitely worth a visit).

Ronsons - 50% off select stock (almost all imho)

Mexx - 50% off, then an additional 25% off all sale stock.

That's all folks, but there should be more than a few reasons for you to visit right there!

Spank me its sale time!

One of my favourite stores, Spank (856 Granville Street) is having a summer sale.

Pretty much the entire store, save two racks is on sale with up to 50% off. Lots of unique and interesting items from original designers. You'll look funky and stylish.




This green button up long chemise by Numph is on sale at $65.





Gentle fawn dresses are on sale for $85. Remind me of the high quality hand sewn dresses my mother used to make for me.

Fluevog Sale



Fluevog Shoes Vancouver is having their annual Sale.

A few beauties to whet your appetite.. but dont' be afraid to venture in yourself.




Blind Faith's on sale for $209 from $265.



Summertime Haight, now $249 from $309





Teapot Ceylon, now $189 from $259



Ambleside Van Dusen, now $165 from $199




Tough Love Keefer, now $49 from $215.



Listen up Hepburn, now $99 from $199

Augusto Leather (Black with Gray Diamonds)

Ronnie Augusto Leather, Now $249 from $309



Marian (Blue)
Bass Minstrel Marian, now $165 from $235.

Thursday, July 17, 2008

I Spy...

Coming soon to Granville Street, Quicksilver and Payless Shoes! Doesn't look like it's going to be long either with how well construction is going. Details as it develops. Does anyone want pics? Ask and you shall receive.

Sale at Hart and Sole




Beautiful store with quality merchandise. Mostly limited and special casual wear. 2/3rds of the store was on sale 30-50% off including Ed Hardy T-shirts and Hoodies. Here's a picture of "Brit Brit" in Ed Hardy. Also on the 800 block of Granville, Upstairs from Fluevogs.

New Japanese Restaurant Opened!

Shuraku Saki Bar and Bistro just opened yesterday where Kitto used to be on the 800 block of Granville. Same management, new menu, beautiful fresh restaurant. I'll be doing a review on it soon. Be the first to sample the saki.. in the meanwhile.

Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Sex and our city... Meet Smith Jerrod

Sun Care Your Hair Can Indulge In….all summer long



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Monday, July 7, 2008

So I thought I could dance... and I can.

Bar none, one of the best things about Granville Street is that its bustling at any hour. You can wind down on a sunny patio, people-watching the time away or shopping for the shmexiest pair of shoes for a night of debauchery along the drag. Plenty of venues to choose from, all in close proximity of each other.


My Wednesday nights, however, are locked for my weekly dance diva indulgence. Like millions of others, I can't get enough of reality dance shows such as, So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing with the Stars. I decided in October 2007 that I would give Salsa a chance... and I'm glad I did.


Urban Beat Dance Co. caters to the Average Joes or Janes, such as myself, yearning to dance like a Pussy Cat Doll, or swing like Benji Schwimmer. No-partner is required. An average class has approximately 40 leads and follows (men and women) where the follows (ladies), rotate after every few minutes. I started off with eight weeks of very gentle beginner classes, then moved up the ranks to the advanced group.


Here is a video of my Wednesday Salsa Dips and Tricks class taught by the impossibly stylish Roger Chen. In this clip, Roger is reviewing the three new dips we've learned that day with partner, Scarlet.






Seriously, you can do this! The next round of classes starts this week (July 9). See you there!


Hilarious Dance Lingo (as seen from http://www.urbanbeatdanceco.com/lounge/lingo.htm)


  • DANCE OBJECT: any dancer who will put out for you and satisfy you regularly - in dance, that is. If you and it commonly arrive and leave together, they're called a dance 'wife' or a dance 'husband'. After a dance divorce, they're called ex's. Often, they last longer than real husbands and are much more enthusiastic than real wives.

  • GIVING GOOD HAIR: any follower who uses her hair to hit breaks in the music by simulating a Harlequin Heroine in a moment of passion. This, in turn, sometimes causes dance chubbys.

  • THE DICTATOR: a leader who doesn't lead but commands. Rather than his leads suggesting, "Please do a whip", they instead command, "Ve vill do zee whip NOW!"


Note: More Urban Beat Video Clips for the curious.... Pam Podmoroff is also one of my teachers and she's just the sweetest thing. Graeme, my third teacher is also known as the King of West Coast Swing... with due cause. Check this demo of them dancing together.




P/S I can do 90% of all that too (albiet with less flair) but its only been 8 months! Don't wait if social dancing excites you. This place sets you up to succeed. There is no embarassment.

Thursday, July 3, 2008

Designer Crazy at The Bay

I took a pilgrimage to the The Bay Downtown on my lunch break yesterday and discovered a mecca of designer love. I've never seen so many discount signs in my life. As Martha Stewart says "This is a good thing".

The purses and shoes are all on sale on the main floor, including Browns and Nine West. The sales are unbelievable, but the selection is somewhat limited. More than enough to satisfy a shoe hound or purse fiend. A variety of dress-up to casual labels were marked down. It wasn't your "mom's purse" on sale.

This lead me to take a peak at my favourite floor of the Bay, the Designer Floor (3rd). Much to my glee, significant sales throughout on their spring and summer garb. I believe it was 40% off last ticketed price, as marked but you'll need to check when you get there. Fall transitional is exempt. A ton of beautiful things for all sized and shapes. Plenty of bargins to be had in the canadian designer section including Sweet Chemise, Tension Clothing, T by Tension by Joyce Mah.

Don't say I didn't give you the heads-up y'all. Worth a trip.

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

15 Wings at El Furniture Warehouse



Came across an interesting sign at the El Furniture Warehouse. The sandwich board says "actual bird s***, VERY lucky". Patrons are urged to touch it. I say pass on the poop, but pass me the wings. 15 cent wings at El Furniture Warehouse (989 Granville Street by Tom Lee Music).

Click on the picture for a closer look.

Zennkai AG Promotion



Exclusive Zennkai Salon & AG Promotion!
Date: June 30-August 14


All AG Aerosols will be at a very special promotional price of $12.50 and each Aerosol will include a FREE mini AG bigwig!! Our regular ethical price on these Aerosols is anywhere from $18.50-$19.50. Guests will not only save OVER $7.00 on each Aerosol, but will receive another $6.00 value with the FREE AG mini bigwig!!!

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Adidas Originals - Bi-Annual Sale



Adidas Originals Biannual Sale - until Monday July 7

Huge savings throughout the store. Not your typical Adidas shoe store, the shoes are unusual, unique and eclectic, much like Granville Street's patrons. I'll have to take a boo and let you know what I see. Update soon.



Holt Renfrew 30-50% off sale.

Save 30-50% on selected men's and women's spring and summer fashions and accessories at the Holt Renfrew Summer Sale, now through July 6. A great chance to pick up a bargoon. See store for details.