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, September 30, 2009

David Gogo at the Yale

Three-time Juno Award nominee David Gogo returns to The Yale on Friday and Saturday, October 30 and 31 with his blend of blues, soul and rock style guitar playing. The Cordova Bay artist will be performing tracks from his CD DIFFERENT VIEWS. This latest album comprised of 10 original and two cover tunes features special guests Shaun Verreault, Carolyn Mark and Phil Dwyer. Gogo’s musical success has garnered him international critical acclaim and recognition including a Juno nomination for BEST NEW ARTIST and MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR at the 1999/2000 West Coast Music Awards, GUITARIST OF THE YEAR at the 2003 Maple Blues Awards, ALUMNI AWARD at the 3rd Annual Island Music Awards, GREAT CANADIAN BLUES AWARD in 2004 from CBC Saturday Night Blues, and BLUES GUITARIST OF THE YEAR at the 2005 Maple Blues Awards. Admission to David Gogo is $17 at the door. Show begins at 9pm. This performance is presented by Shore 104 FM.

www.davidgogo.org

Tomorrow The Bay's Big 2010 Party...



Big Big party on Granville St. tomorrow. Watching them from my office gussyin' up their building.. First 500 customers to come to the concierge desk at 12 noon will receive a free toque. Yes.. a toque. How very canadian, eh?

* Note: The amazing Steve Yzerman will be there as a special guest. woot.

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Unveiling of the 2010 Canadian Olympic Team Retail Apparel and grand opening of the Olympic Superstore Date: Thursday, October 1

Hudson's Bay Company will continue to celebrate the launch of the 2010 Canadian Olympic Team Retail Apparel with free public events on October 1st inside the Olympic Superstore, featuring award-winning Canadian artists:

12:00 - 12:15 DJ Hedspin
12:00 - 1:00 Athlete autograph session
12:15 - 1:15 Cowboy Junkies
1:15 - 1:45 Fashion Show 1
1:45 - 3:45 DJ Hedspin
2:00 - 3:00 Athlete autograph session
3:45 - 4:30 Dan Mangan
4:30 - 5:00 Fashion Show 2
5:00 - 6:00 Sam Roberts band
5:30 - 6:30 Athlete autograph session
6:00 - 7:30 DJ Hedspin

Special Guests:
  • Jeff Sherman, CEO, Hudson's Bay Company
  • John Furlong, CEO, VANOC Chris Rudge, CEO, Canadian Olympic Committee
  • Bonnie Brooks, CEO and president, the Bay
  • Suzanne Timmins, fashion director, Hudson's Bay Company
  • Steve Yzerman, Olympian and Executive Director, Canadian Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team
  • Nathalie Lambert, three-time Olympic short-track speed skating medalist and Canada's Chef de Mission for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games

DEAD MAN'S BONES

DEAD MAN’S BONES Indie-rock duo (featuring Oscar-nominated actor Ryan Gosling) play in support of their debut, Never Let a Lack of Talent Get You Down. Oct. 24 at Venue, 7pm. $15.25 (Z, RC, TM).





Monday, September 28, 2009

Dalai Lama at the Orpheum tomorrow



September 29 at 8:30 am – ORPHEUM

The Dalai Lama Center for Peace and Education is honoured to host His Holiness the Dalai Lama in Vancouver, September 26-29, 2009 for the Vancouver Peace Summit: Nobel Laureates in Dialogue. Joining the Dalai Lama will be Nobel Laureates: Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Jody Williams, Mairead McGuire and Betty Williams, as well as a number of respected international leaders from the realms of education, the arts, business, politics and social transformation. For complete information please visit the Dalai Lama Center for Peace and Education website. Tickets 604-280-3311

Sunday, September 27, 2009

This week! STRATOVARIUS @ Venue

STRATOVARIUS Power-metal band from Finland plays tunes from latest CD Polaris. Oct. 2, doors 7 pm, Venue (881 Granville). Tix $27.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketmaster.ca/




Thursday, September 24, 2009

If you are oot n' aboot.


Granville Optical has an interesting Skateboard art display in their windows. Corner of Robson and Granville...

I kinda like the japanese one best...



Puma Sale 30-50% off.




PUMA at 834 Granville was having a 30-50% off sale.. select merchandise..

Zelen Shoes Grand Opening.


Zelen Shoes Grand opening today at 884 Granville Street. First 50 customers buy one get one free!

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

This Week! Colbie Caillat

COLBIE CAILLAT Pop singer-songwriter (“Bubbly”, “Falling for You”) performs tunes from new CD Breakthrough, with guest Howie Day. Sept. 29, doors 7 pm, show 8 pm, Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville). Tix on sale now 10 am, $33.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/

One of my most favourite songs in the world

Lucky with Colbie Caillat and Jason Mraz.



And another video of the song Breathe (beautiful break up song) with Taylor Swift.

This week @ the Vogue - Motorhead - SOLD OUT

MOTORHEAD - The Georgia Straight presents British heavy-metal pioneers (“Ace of Spades”, “Killed By Death”) performing songs from latest CD Motorizer, with guests Nashville Pussy. Oct. 1, doors 7pm, Vogue Theatre (918 Granville).

Tix $47.50 (plus services charges and fees). SOLD OUT.

Monday, September 21, 2009

It's a girl's life fashion party

IT’S A GIRL’S LIFE FASHION PARTY

Vancouver Community College Fashion Merchandising Students and the Bay present It’s a girl’s life fashion party Wednesday September 23, 2009. Doors and Registration at 5:30 pm – 9 pm Fashion show at 7 pm.

The Bay Vancouver, 3rd floor, 674 Granville St. Vancouver RSVP neesha.hothi@hbc.com or call 604-689-2178

The Bay After Hours Event For Gents

Discover the latest designer fashions that every man needs to look great this Fall.

Enjoy After Hours beverages, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, prizes and these exclusive offers: 15% OFF regular priced Men's Fall Collections from your favorite designer brands or buy one item get 25% off, buy two items get 30% off, buy three items get 33% off on made-to-measure custom clothing.

AT THE BAY, VANCOUVER DOWNTOWN. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th, 2009 5-9PM
RSVP (604) 689-2142

Sunday, September 20, 2009

Tooney Small Latte...

Visit us at our Granville location and treat yourself to a delicious small latte for only $2.00!

Several flavours available. Enjoy free wireless service as you sip and follow us on twitter!

Take 5 CafĂ©™ - 429 Granville Street (United Kingdom Building)

604-697-9090

www.take5cafe.com


Thursday, September 17, 2009

Release the Wolves...


Yes.. that is one of the wolves, Chaske Spencer (aka Sam Uley), from Twilight/New Moon on Granville Street.. Looks to be just past Republic...

How do I know? Check the sidewalk.. there's nothing like it in the city, the basalt insets are unique, yo.


From the promotional pictures...


If you couldn't tell.. he's the second from the left.

A Conversation with Steve Martin: An Evening of Questions & Answers

A CONVERSATION WITH STEVE MARTIN: AN EVENING OF QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
One night only with the legendary comedian, actor, and author. September 27 at Orpheum, 7:30pm. $49 - $185 (TM).
This excerpt is taken from the VHS video Steve Martin Live! (1980). The concert segment of which is titled 'Homage to Steve'. Directed by Gary Weis.

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Win a free laptop from Grand and Toy

Grand & Toy is giving away one laptop every weekday until September 30th! Sign up today for your free Grand & Toy Business Account. When you spend $100 or more on your business account, you'll save $10 off your order and be entered for a chance to win an HP 6735b laptop.

Visit one of our 3 locations for details and your chance to win.

550 Granville Street
310-595 Burrard Street (Bentall Centre)
1050 Homer Street

THIS WEEK: Carol Burnett at the Orpheum



The Legend Returns!
Laughter and Reflection with Carol Burnett:
A Conversation with Carol where the Audience
Asks Questions

Thursday, Sep 24, 2009 8pm
Orpheum Theatre


The VSO and Global ComedyFest are proud to present a very special evening with legendary and beloved entertainer Carol Burnett. The evening with Ms. Burnett last season was extraordinary, with a sold-out house and multiple standing ovations — the demand for this legendary performer's return has been overwhelming.

As a weekly visitor in America's living rooms, Carol Burnett always opened her show with a few minutes of hilarious banter with the audience. LAUGHTER AND REFLECTION: A CONVERSATION WITH CAROL WHERE THE AUDIENCE ASKS THE QUESTIONS is a rare opportunity to talk to Carol in the same enjoyable and intimate audience-interactive format. Carol says, "I love the spontaneity of these evenings. I never know what anybody is going to say or do or ask." Come with your questions and share in the fun with one of America's most loved and respected performers.

Carol Burnett is a true living legend in entertainment — an actress, comedian, singer, dancer, and writer who spent an acclaimed eleven year run on the groundbreaking Carol Burnett Show, which aired on CBS Television from 1967 to 1978. A six-time Emmy Award-winner, in 2003 Ms. Burnett was a recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors, and in 2005 received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Some of her other notable awards include five Golden Globes, the Peabody Award for "Friendly Fire", and the Ace Award for "Between Friends" with Elizabeth Taylor. She has enjoyed the kind of career that most performers only dream of, moving easily from the stage to television to feature films.

ONE VERY SPECIAL NIGHT ONLY!

Tickets available ONLY through Ticketmaster outlets, Charge-by-Phone at 604.280.3311, or online by clicking the "Buy Now" button above.

Monday, September 14, 2009

September in Italy


Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver is bringing the world to YEW. Each month YEW restaurant + bar takes flight with a No Passport Required three course menu showcasing the tantalizing tastes of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts from around the world. A global tasting for $35.

September's menu features Italy and Four Seasons Hotel Firenze. An enchanted city sanctuary in the midst of Florence, where an art-filled Renaissance palazzo and conventino frame a centuries-old private park. To celebrate this extraordinary region, YEW has ordered a select shipment of Antinori's Extra Virgin Olive Oil from the Chianti Classico region in the heart of Tuscany. This Olive Oil pays tribute to the richness of the Chianti countryside and its 100-year old traditions of agriculture, wine-growing and producing. This experience can only be found at one location in North America... tableside at YEW.

The three course menu features the sumptuous flavors from all over Italy. Link here to view the menu.

Sunday, September 13, 2009

The Big Pink

THE BIG PINK - London-based indie electronica duo with guests Get Hustle, IO Echo, Nov. 15 at Venue. 7pm. $15


Friday, September 11, 2009

Save a Horse.. Ride a cowboy - Country Music Fans git to Granville

Just a reminder that this Saturday the Country Music Awards will be doing a Fan Fest on the 700 block.

From the CCMA website:

Because our country fans are some of the most dedicated and loyal fans in the world we believe in rewarding them each year with FanFest! One of the loudest, most memorable events for the community each year, the FanFest stage sees 16 performers over the course of 4 hours, but you won't only get to see them play an acoustic set, but you will also have a chance to get their autographs and "Say Cheese" as you pose for pictures. At Country Music Week's FanFest, everyone's a VIP! Oh and in case we forgot to mention this.it's FREE! Location: 700 Granville Block (between Robson & Georgia)




This is you... after the fan fest and pub hopping on Granville. LOL.

Free Barbie Keychain at Town shoes...


Coupon here for a free Barbie (yes, barbie, that beautiful do-anything bombshell of our childhood) when you make a purchase at Town Shoes in Pacific Centre.




Tuesday, September 1, 2009

OS MUTANTES - Brazillian experimental pop trio. September 3 at Commodore, 8pm. $32.50 (H, RC, Z, TM)

Edguy at Venue - Sept 21



EDGUY

The Georgia Straight presents power-metal quintet from Germany, Edguy with guests Epicurean and Luna Mortis. Sept. 21, doors 8 pm, Venue (881 Granville).

Tix $26.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www.ticketmaster.ca