A Night of 60’s Soul Music…

Guest Blogger: JC

March 7th – Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville Street)   

Love Motown? Check out Motown Meltdown at the Commodore Ballroom for a night of soulful music, all for a good cause!   

Seriously, how cool does this event seem? It could make a perfect first date…some 60’s soul music, maybe an Afro or two and some heavy gold chains and you’re set! It’s a sure fire way to get a second date…plus, you’re bound to score some points since it’s for a good cause.   

And if you haven’t heard Motown (who hasn’t?) check out the videos below



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Okay… maybe not Boyz II Men but REAL Motown:




This event is presented by the Shooting Stars Foundation benefiting those living with HIV/Aids and is happening on March 7th.   For more information on the event and the lineup, along with performer bios, check out: http://www.shootingstarsfoundation.org/event_motown.php   Tickets are $30.00. Call Ticketmaster at 604-280-4444.

At the Vogue Theatre - Grammy Award Winning Singer Estelle

Guest Blogger: JC

March 3rd – Vogue Theatre (918 Granville Street)   Come check out Grammy award winning British singer Estelle as she sings her song of the year, American Boy (you know it, you can’t get it out of your head once you hear it).   Whether you’re a fan or not (like me), it’s worth seeing the Grammy Song of the Year played live…maybe.   For more details check out ticketmaster.ca

Visit:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov-kgN4YVTk

Violinist Takezama plays at the Orpheum.

Guest Blogger: JC

February 28 – March 2 at 8pm, Orpheum Theatre (884 Granville Street) 

Valentine’s Day may be over but who says you can’t enjoy romantic music any day? 

Join conductor Andrew Litton and violinist Kyoko Takezawa as they perform works by Walton, Elgar and a rarely performed romantic gem by Rachmanioff. 

Tickets range from $25.00 to $78.50. For more details call 604-876-3434 Vancouver Symphony or stop by www.vancouversymphony.ca.

T-MINUS ONE - The Final Friday

Plaza Club and NV Promotions Presents...

T-MINUS ONE
Final Friday With NV

Friday February 27, 2009

DVJ Nemenja + DJ Noof

Doors open at 9:00 till 3:00

For Birthdays, Stagettes & Large Parties
Please email Haj - haj@plazaclub.net or phone: 604-646-0064

AVOID THE LINE...GO ONLINE
for guestlist go to plazaclub.net

Plaza Club's Official Closing Party!

EXCELSIOR! - The End
Plaza Club's Official Closing Party!

Saturday February 28, 2009

Doors open at 9pm till 3am

Come down for your last chance in history to party at the Plaza Club. This is officially the last day the Plaza Club will be open, after this night the doors will be shut for good!

Featuring DJs
TYSON V | JESSE JAMES | SKILLA

Pink Shirt Day Official Wrap Party at The Roxy

 In support of Anti-Bullying, The Roxy presents Pink Shirt Day - THE OFFICIAL WRAP PARTY

Wednesday, February 25, 2009 

COME PARTY WITH US AS THE ROXY GOES PINK! The first 260 people before 10pm will get a FREE Pink Anti-Bullying T-shirt with their $7 cover charge.  Proceeds go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Vancouver Pink Shirt Day organizers – free cover with business card.

For more info on this initiative visit http://www.PinkShirtDay.ca. Event details on Facebook 

BAIA Trunk Show at the Bay Vancouver

Please join us for an exclusive BAIA Trunk Show at the Bay Vancouver Downtown. 

Enjoy refreshments while you meet the BAIA design team and preview the new spring 2009 collection. March 5, 2009 The Bay Vancouver Downtown (674 Granville St.) 6pm-8pm, 3rd Floor 

RSVP by March 3, 2009 to receive a complimentary gift from DIOR. Please RSVP to 604-689-2178   

Discover Dance! Kokoma African Heritage at Scotiabank Dance Centre

Our popular Discover Dance! noon hour series resumes in 2009 with African dance and music powerhouse Kokoma African Heritage Ensemble. The high-energy dances and powerful drum beats of West Africa burst onto the stage in this exhilarating performance, where you can experience the cultural traditions of a community that celebrates every moment of life through music, song and dance.   

Thursday February 26 at 12 noon at Scotiabank Dance Centre, at the corner of Davie and Granville. Tickets $10/$7 students, seniors and children from Tickets Tonight 604 684 2787 (service charges apply). To book online visit ticketstonight.ca. Groups of 8 or more $7 per ticket, in advance only: to book call 604 606 6420.

A day of gluttony.

Doolin's Irish Pub invites you to come down for the 3rd Annual Shrove Tueday, day of absolute gluttony.

Head there on Tueday February 24 @ 5:30 pm to indulge and binge before Lent. Pancake eating, tossing, slinging, and whatever else might happen when there are pancakes. Guinness and speed-eating involved.

654 Nelson at Granville Street.

Breathe, it's Valentines

New to the downtown and absolutely perfect for Valentines is the new Breathe Spa (http://www.breathespa.net)on the 400 block of Granville Street. 

Select from a variety of services in facials, massages, hot stone treatments, pedicures, make-up, tinting and waxing, then settle into their lush white decor. ahhhhh.. heaven.

Excerpt from Vitamin-V 

We were first through the door yesterday at Breathe Spa's beautiful new buzz-in location in the historic Roger's Building. Here's 5 things we loved.

1. Once a 1911 barber shop, the spa features black-and-white mosaic floors, white marble pillars, Victorian-era decorative mirrors and ornately detailed high ceilings—all original and restored to stunning, buttercream-icing effect.

2. Five sparkling treatment rooms, each with its own chandelier—and ample space to change into your gorgeous robe in private.

3. Breathe's famous facials (formerly a socialite secret) that will make you glow like an angel.

4 Pedicures using Zoya non-toxic polishes (developed by a Russian pharmacist for his pregnant wife) with 132 colours to choose from.

5. A sumptuous all-white waiting area and Old English sideboard reception desk where reloadable gift cards are now on offer for your better half to pick up in a snap. Hit "forward," subject line "pretty, please"

Breathe Spa, 464 Granville St. (at Pender), 604-688-4769, www.breathespa.net

Last Minute Granville Street Low-Down

Are you ready for Valentines day? Probably not....

Here's a list of ideas straight from the streets...

Betsy Johnson Chiffon and Lace Baby doll @ Scarlet Lingerie & Indulgence - $98.95. 

These Pink Heart Wrist Restraints are probably not off the list either... - $39.95

SPECIAL VALENTINES SET

The notoriously hip Pop Opera will be playing a special valentines set with residents Rico Uno and Seko on Saturday Feb 14.

For a quaint greek dinner for two, complete with wine and roses, check out the Adonis Valentines Day special for $49.99. Customize your meal, fancy coffees, and dessert from the menu. 1265 Granville Street,  60-688-4777. It's in the midst of the construction but charming and rustic. A quiet place to snog off the beatten path.

For the urban couple there's always top-notch couples dining along the street. Share some orally arousing tappas at Sanafir or Red Squared, savor gourmet offerings at Refinery or luxiurate at Luxe  with their special three course meal.

LUX VALENTINES DAY DINNER
Saturday February 14th & Sunday February 15th 

Show that special one who makes your heart thump
you care and let us take care of the details Immerse yourself in the warm ambience of a beautiful
room completely lit in candle light. Enjoy a 3 course menu created by Chef David Longoria and a bottle of Red Rooster Pinot Noir or Pino Blanc to share for $55.00 per person. Reservations are essential. For more information or reservations please visit www.luxatcaprice.com or call Jack 604-685-3189

For a kinkier love day complete with vinyl bustiers (on sale) and 5 inch high heels visit Dare to Wear (1028 Granville Street). You can throw together any fantasy from Princess Leia to Britney Spears a la "Hit Me Baby One More Time". For queens of all genders and sizes.

More to come, I'll be out on the street hunting down your last minute deals today...

Reality Show on Granville Street

Granville Street's very own Chop Shop has it's own reality TV show on the Slice network.

This cutting-edge docusoap follows bad-boy hair salon owner Daniel Hudon and his crew of punk rock stylists as they get into each other’s hair. This counter-culture group forms a tight, rock & roll family who work, fight and party hard under the same roof while delivering wicked style to their clients at this one-of-a-kind hair salon in Vancouver.

Check out their debut episode tonight at 9pm, Slice network, then jaunt down to their 1007 Granville Street location for some pinstriping (highlights) or body work (hair styling).

Sales at Hart and Sole...

They're going hog wild with the sales over there... Expect to see limited edition footwear and high end street wear such as Ed Hardy, Smet, Retribution and Christian Audigier to name a few.

Paul Frank at Aldo Outlet...

Paul Frank purses at Aldo Outlet for mere $35 and $45. A variety of styles at various prices. I thought these two were pretty cute. Also bangles were 2 for 1 at already ridiculously low prices...

Matt and Nat at Winners

Was just in Winners at the corner of Granville and Robson and found a plethora of Matt and Natt Bags at special discounted rates. I ended up picking up the Interpol in Plum for 33% off (at $99.) I saw around 20 others there amid all the old lady purses. Take a peak and try your luck.

The Ultimate Valentines Couple... in song.

VSO MUSICALLY SPEAKING: TCHAIKOVSKY'S ROMEO AND JULIET 

February 14 at 8:00 pm – ORPHEUM

The Parker family is a family of pianistic powerhouses; Ian Parker returns to perform Ravel's exciting Piano Concerto. Also, the Romantic music of Bizet and Tchaikovsky round out a perfect Valentine's evening. Featuring the Vancouver Youth Symphony and conducted by Bramwell Tovey.
Tickets 604-876-3434 Vancouver Symphony