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.

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Win Green Day Tickets



Ticket Draw on July 2nd
Concert on July 4th @ GM Place

Click here to win a pair of Green Day Tickets courtesy of Fender and Tom Lee Music.

Click here for more info

Friday, June 26, 2009

Vancouver International Jazz Festival @ Tom Lee Music

June 26th - July 5th
Free Music Workshops and Free City Stage Concerts @ Tom Lee Music Vancouver

If you love Jazz then be sure to check the free workshops and concerts taking place at our flagship 929 Granville St. Store June 26th to July 5th.

Click here for more info

Tom Lee Anniversary Sale


Tom Lee Music is celebrating their 40th anniversary for the entire month of June with over 600 Anniversary Specials. Be sure to check out these great buys and offers. Many more specials are available in-store. Shop early for best selection beginning June 6th to June 30th.

Click here to view the Anniversary Specials

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Learn the World of Sake at Shuraku...

On July 2nd, Vancouver's first sake bar - Shuraku Japanese Bistro - is collaborating with Japan's renowned sake maker, Yoshi-no-Gawa, to host a Japanese Sake Maker's Dinner.

Guests will be offered an educational tasting of five kinds of premium sake ranging from Honjozo, Junmai, Organic Junmai, Ginjo & Dai-ginjo, alongside multiple courses of traditional Japanese cuisine. Learn about the sake making process, the history behind the brewing, and pairing dishes using vinegar, salt, soy sauce, miso, and sugar.

Seats are limited, so make your reservations now! For more info on the event or to make reservations visit www.shuraku.net or call 604-687-6622.

Date:July 2, Thursday
Venue:Shuraku Japanese Bistro 833 Granville Street, Vancouver
Time:6pm – 8pm
Price:$60 (including tax and gratuity) per person (over $75 value for sake alone! )
Please contact info@shuraku.net to reserve your spot today.

Ideal Jewellery Going Out of Business Sale

Ideal Jewellery (742 Granville Street) is closing down their doors...If you're in need of some new bling, this would be the time to buy! All gold and silver jewelry is up to 70% off and all watches - Citizen, Seiko, Pulsar, Nike, and Timex - are 1/2 off.

Check it out today! Don't hesitate, just congratulate...yourself on your new piece of jewelry. Speaking of which, this latest rhyming wannabe rapper might be in need of some bling herself...hah.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Curtis Stone from TLC at the Bay

Today only, celebrity chef Curtis Stone from TLC's Take Home Chef (yes, that hot Australian chef) will be hosting a cooking and product demonstration at the Bay Downtown.

There will be special one day offers including:

- 55% off Curtis Stone 8pc Stainless Steel Cookware Set down to $269.99 from $599.99
- Curtis Stone 20cm non-stick "Try Me" Fry Pan down to $24.99 from $69.99
- Plus 25% off the Curtis Stone Kitchen Solutions Collection

And, when you purchase any Curtis Stone product you will have a chance to reserve your spot in the VIP line to meet Curtis and receive an autograph (space is limited).

Here's all the details:

When: Thursday, June 18th from 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Where: The Bay Downtown (674 Granville Street) 6th Floor - Seymour Room

For information call 604-689-2178 or click on the post below to enlarge.

Sonny Rollins at The Orpheum

As a part of Vancouver's acclaimed International Jazz Festival, legendary jazz saxophonist, Sonny Rollins, will be taking the stage at the Orpheum Theatre on June 29th, 2009.

Rollins is a very well know musician having played with big names such as, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Max Roach. Still kicking it, this is your chance to see this influential (and Grammy award winning, I might add) jazz musician.

For more info you can check out www.coastaljazz.ca. Tickets are $67 - $77 (plus tax) and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.ca or by calling the Jazz Hotline at 604-872-5200.

Tragically Hip at The Orpheum

Still rocking it, The Tragically Hip will be playing tunes from their new album, We Are The Same this June. The concert will take place at The Orpheum Theatre (884 Granville Street) on June 22-24th, 2009.

Tickets are $89.50 /$69.50 plus tax and can be purchased at www.livenation.com.

If they're not your cup of tea, bring ol' dad for a Father's Day present; since they're performing the day after it couldn't be better timing!

50% off Manicures and Hand Massages at Stratosphere Salon

Stratosphere Hair Salon (1259 Granville St) is introducing a new esthetician, Kim, to their team.

Kim will be offering manicures and hand massages to all clients on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11AM to 6PM. Manicures are $25.00 with polish, $20.00 without, and hand massages are only $10.00. If you only want a manicure/hand massage feel free to drop by even without a hair appointment as these services are not restricted.

BUT, as a first time promotion receive 50% off for the next two months (until the end of July) - that's a great deal for a manicure!

Call 604-683-8323 to book an appointment.

Friday, June 12, 2009

Guess what!? Up to 50% off at.... Town Shoes!

Town Shoes is getting in on the up to 50% off magic... All this at Pacific Centre Mall.

BCBG 50% Sale

Yes.. yet another 50% off sale.. but this time it's BCBG Max Azria @ Pacific Centre. Lots of lovely dresses.

Nine West

Shoe Hounds, Up to 50% off Nine West Shoes at Pacific Centre!

Huge Boss - 40% sale

Huge Boss (Pacific Centre Mall) is having an up to 40% off sale. Note to self: Get your Father's Day shopping done.

Aldo Up to 50% off sale

Aldo Shoes and Accessories in Pacific Centre Mall is having an "up to 50% off" sale. Lots of choice still, so hussle down.

Holt Renfrew 40% off Designer Sale

We're a few days into the sale by now, but still worth a visit. Holt's extensive Designer sale is 40% off on all sorts of delicious frocks. As marked. Check with the store for more details.

50% Shoes at Browns

I lurrrrvee Brown's Shoes (Pacific Centre Mall).. but I lurve a 50% Brown's Shoe sale even more. See store for more details.Some of this season's popular gladiator sandals in there..




TGIF!

Feel good.. its Friday...Let's celebrate with some acapella Toto.

Hilarious comment: Featuring lead vocals by Tobey Maguire with Jerry Seinfeld on beatbox? (tru dat)

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Bedo Annual Summer Sale

Starting today, June 10th, 2009 Bedo is hosting their Semi-Annual Summer Sale. The ENTIRE store is 50% off, including already marked down items! I already snagged myself an amazing teal shirt for around $20.00. Sigh, what a great deal.

Hurry on down today! Bedo is at 776 Granville Street.

$1.99 McChicken Sandwich Deal - ONLY ON GRANVILLE!



The Bay's Winter in the Summer Event: Fashion, Food and Frozen treats.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Sidewalk Sale at Eco Outdoor Sports

Eco Outdoor Sports ( 792 Granville) is having a (new and improved) sidewalk sale: Buy 1 item at regular price and receive 50% off your second item of purchase. Applies to both apparel and footwear.

After months of construction, the sidewalk is back and better than ever..! Come celebrate with Eco Outdoor Sports and receive great deals at the same time.

Friday, June 5, 2009

Tom Lee Music's 40th Anniversary

Tomorrow, Saturday June 6th, Tom Lee Music is celebrating their 40th anniversary. At all locations from 10AM to 6PM Tom Lee will be having free product giveaways, one day specials, live local music and a free 'Hot Dog Guitar-B-Que'.

And at the flagship store on Granville (929) there will be LIVE music on the City Stage from 12 Noon to 4PM with Shaun Verreault of Wide Mouth Mason, Colin Grive, Dave Martone, and Ali Milner.

12 Noon - Shaun Verreault of Wide Mouth Mason: He will be showing off the guitar skills that helped Wide Mouth Mason to be successful, on the City Stage.

1PM - Colin Grive Band: A Vancouver based pop/rock singer/song-writer will be performing tunes from his debut CD, Live to Die Famous (available on iTunes), along side his band. Come check out this local musician!

2PM - Dave Martone: An accomplished Canadian guitarist who has played, hosted clinics, or performed with among the following people: 3 Doors Down, Joe Satriani, Greg Howe, Seymour Duncan, Paul Gilbert, etc.

3PM - Ali Milner: A star on the rise, at only 18 she has already performed at the Toronto Music Festival 3 years in a row and has accompanied Premier Gordon Campbell to China, performing at a large televised festival.

For more details visit www.tomleemusic.ca

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Harbour Dance Summer Intensive Program

Harbour Dance Center (927 Granville St) is holding their 22nd annual Summer Intensive program. It consists of 10-13 classes, a week in dance, voice, fitness, performance and other dance related studies.

Up to 18 people are accepted into the program each semester; acceptance is by audition only. The program features international guest teachers and will focus on contemporary jazz, ballet, tap, hip-hop, modern, musical theatre, breakdance, African fusion, and house.

The next audition for the program will be Saturday, July 18th at 4:00PM.

For more information and details you can go to www.harbourdance.com or call 604-684-9542.

Half Price Appys at The Morrissey Pub

From 4 -7PM on Fridays, the Morrissey Pub (1227 Granville Street) is offering half price appetizers.

With this weather, there's no better way to cool off than with a cold drink and an appy. I have never been to Morrissey Pub, but am told that the atmosphere is relaxed and the food is good.

Call 604-682-0909 for more details.

Body Conditioning at Harbour Dance

With summer in full swing and the temperature getting hotter and hotter, it's time to hit the beach. That means bikinis, swimsuits or if you're a lot more daring....your 'birthday suit' (at Wreck Beach only, of course).

If you don't feel quite beach body ready then stop by Harbour Dance Centre for their new Body Conditioning class with instructor Absalon Figueroa. The class starts June 3rd and is held every Wednesday at 5PM. It combines elements of mat work, basic ballet, aerobics & yoga.

Stop by The Harbour Dance Theatre at 927 Granville or call 604-684-9542.

Ceili's Lingerie Lunch Spring Edition

If you're stuck inside working and can't make the beach, then Ceili's will bring the beach to you...

On Friday, June 19th at 1PM Ceili's Pub is hosting their 'Naughty Nooner', Lingerie Lunch.

Attendees will enjoy a lingerie fashion show, sponsors and prizes, great gift ideas and since it's the spring edition, expect to see swimwear as well!

For more information or to reserve a table contact Kim at 604-697-0990 ext. 21 or email kimb@ceilis.com.

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

The Bay's Semi-Annual VIP Men's Event

This Thursday, June 4th, the Bay Downtown will be hosting their semi-annual VIP men's event.

Preview their latest spring and summer fashions, receive 30% off their spring and summer designer collections, and enjoy their made to measure custom clothing offer: buy one item receive 25% off, two items 30% off, and three items receive 33% off.

Click on the poster below to enlarge for more details.



Tell us about YOUR Granville Street



The Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association (DVBIA) would like to recruit 2 young and/or regular shoppers on Granville Street to participate in a re-branding exercise. 

Through the DVBIA's Place Making & Marketing Committee, we've engaged a communications company called Change to help us develop a new/re-freshed brand for Granville Street to go along with the new street itself. We hope to launch it in the fall with the formal re-opening of the street.   We're looking for a few regular shoppers/customers of Granville Street to add to our list. If you're interested, you just need to make yourself available for 15-20 minutes for a telephone interview at your convenience in the next few weeks.   

Game? Shoot us an email at shopgranville@shopgranville.ca


Upcoming Concerts

Pro-pain: Presented by the Georgia Straight, this 'hard-core/groove-metal band' from New York will be playing on July 6th at Venue (881 Granville Street). Tickets are $20.00 and are available from www.ticketmaster.ca. Doors open at 8PM.

Clutch: Ever heard a hard-rock quartet from Maryland? No? Well then, come check out Clutch playing tunes from their latest CD, Strange Cousins From the West, on July 29 at the Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tickets go on sale May 29 and are $26.50 available at www.livenation.com or Scrape Records. Show starts at 9PM.