Canuck Designer Event

^^^ Viola Blanca Accessories = Yummeh.

There's something so contemporary, lush and stylish about canadian designers. Great news! Spend on Trend, a retail event showcasing Canadian Designed, Canadian Made clothing, accessories and home decor labels is happening on Granville at Davie. The event runs from Friday September 5th to September 7th at the Scotia Bank Dance Centre.

Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door with $1 from each ticket sold supporting St. Elizabeth Home Emergency Shelter for Women and Children.

Line up early each day to be one of the first 25 people through the door and you will enjoy a fabulous goodie bag worth over $50.

List of Designers

• Viola Blanca
• The Rave 'N' Iron
• Pascale.Mark
• Kulus Designs
• Filou Designs
• Elroy
• Patina Designs
• Dru's Design & Identity Apparel
• Track and Field Designs
• Olie
• Mia Melon
• Hilliard Design
• Sofia Sifuentes Designs

• Toodlebunny
• Fiveleft Leather
• Bronsino Designs for Living
• Catalyst Reaction
• nanna
• Chloe Angus
• Nixxi
• Elroy
• Shi
• Tala Designs
• Movement Global
• Billy Would
• Thrums

For more information visit http://www.spendontrend.com or call 604-987-6103.

Reminder: Beck in Concert - Aug 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

Vanessa Hudgens seen at Holt Renfrew...

As a side bar, it's no surprise that when celebrities visit Vancouver they beeline for Holt's. Yesterday, High School Musical star Vanessa Hudgens was spotted dropping $15k in a very short time at HR on Granville Street.


Click here to read more on Laineygossip.com. PIX too!

Reminder: Caprice Event

Presented by Caprice

Prepare to immerse yourself into a pure Asian bliss known to the few.

Limited guestlist available

Celebrating 25 years of Incognito at the Yale

Vancouver R&B band, Incognito celebrates their 25th year anniversary at The Yale on Thursday, August 28 with the release of their fifth CD THE LONG WAY. This no cover charge event will feature the polished and creative talents of Incognito at the absolute top of their collective game. Incognito came together in 1983 under the direction of lead and slide guitarist Rob Montgomery, who lays down lines that are as cleverly constructed as they are uncluttered and to the point. Oliver Conway is at centre stage as lead vocalist, guitarist and tunesmith, propelling the band into a blend of material that will satisfy any well-rounded roots-rock fan. The band’s rhythm section with Bob Popowich on bass and Darrell Mayes on drums provides the reliable and slinky groove that has made this veteran band a cool mainstay of Vancouver’s music scene for a remarkable 25 years. Incognito’s 25th year anniversary celebration and CD release begins at 9pm. Incognito takes the stage beginning at 9:45pm. No cover charge.

Listen to Love will Do, Don't smile.

www.incognitoband.com

Happy Birthday Hart & Sole!

As they twitter towards their terrible twos, Hart and Sole announces a HUGE sale. Half the store is 40-50% off brands such as Ed Hardy, Smet, Retribution, SKY, Scifen, Orisue, Canada Goose and more!

The list of celebrities that have caught the Ed Hardy fashion craze is too long to count, but here are just a few: Madonna, Jessica Alba, Paris Hilton, Leonardo Dicaprio, Kanye West

Flyer for your enjoyment below.

Reminder: Chris Rock LIVE at the Orpheum this week

Maybe they'll be some tickets available on Craigslist. Good luck!

Chris Rock
August 24, 25 and 26 at 7:30 pm – ORPHEUM

Flirt at the Caprice - Sunday Long Weekend

The Caprice is proud to celebrate...

THE SUNDAY DAY LONG WEEKEND

Sunday, August 31st

Doors Open 9PM TILL 3AM

Join our resident party rocker duo Johnny Jover and DarylO rock the last long weekend of the summer!

Avoid the line...get on the list.

Southern Death Threat Tonight

Mixing of 80's, House and Rock = Scotty on Aug 22.

Presented by Wyborowa Wodka and Caprice Fridays

Born and raised in L.A., Scotty Boy had a wide range of musical influences. His talent for mixing 80’s, house and rock caught the attention of 106.7 KROQ-FM and launched his L.A. club career into high gear. By 2001, Scotty was ready for a fresh scene and new opportunities. Las Vegas came calling, and he answered. In 2005 he was named “BEST LOCAL RESIDENT DJ”.

His most popular Las Vegas residencies then included: Rehab, Jet, Ghost Bar, Tabu, Drais and RA. In March of 2008 Scotty Boy was nominated as one of the TOP 100 DJ’s IN AMERICA by DJ Times. When you do come to Vegas you can catch him Sundays: Rehab @ The Hard Rock Pool, Mondays: Rok Box @ Tabu and Wednesdays: Godskitchen @ Body English; or worldwide as dance music writer for Billboard magazine, and on Air 81 BPM on XM Radio.

Elias, Satellite Nation and Maurice the Buffalo Jump in Concert

The search for the next big promoter & Peace and Love International present...

PROMiscuous
Thursday, August 21st

The fourth and final installment of the 2008 search for the next top promoter comes at you with love from the guys at Peace and Love International.

Proceeds will be going to charity

For tickets, please contact
Yashar: 778-847-9274
Ashley: 604-218-9961
Adam: 604-377-3736
or Katie:6 04-889-5562

Win Janet Jackon Tickets from the Plaza Club.

ENTER TO WIN

The Plaza is giving you a chance to win 2 tickets to the upcoming JANET JACKSON DISCIPLINE TOUR at GM Place on September 10th.

To enter, fill in the form, or TXT Plaza Janet to 32075 for your chance to win!

* no purchase necessary
* must be 19 years or older to enter Winner will be announced Monday September 1st.

A Tribute to Tool

BLIND MELON Coming to Plaza Club.

Jack Johnson Contest at the Caprice

Contest at the Caprice:
Enter to win a Jack Johnson discography prize pack and 2 tickets to the upcoming Jack Johnson concert on Thursday August 21st at Thunderbird Stadium. Just TXT Caprice Jack to 32075 for your chance to win. For more information about the contest visit: http://www.capricenightclub.com/contest_jackjohnson.html

http://www.jackjohnsonmusic.com/

Southern Death Threat at the Plaza

It's Patio Season!!

Guest Blogger: CeliaCat.

Lounging in the sun, sipping a refreshing cocktail and nibbling on a savoury side... this is summer on Granville.

Cafe Crêpe

The patio is a popular place to be, with 6-10 fully occupied tables snugly enclosed within gates. A great spot to watch the sunset, and there may even be street performers nearby (I got to hear some mad guitar riffs.) Martinis at $4.31, cocktails at $3.88, or get a pitcher of Draft Granville Island for $10.34.

Granville Room

Be daring- try new exciting cocktails every weekend (not for the faint of heart)! A busy but well-kept lounge. The patio has 3 spacious tables, so you won’t get claustrophobic out there.

Roxy Burger

A small and cozy patio. Come on a Friday or Saturday and get a Russel lager for $5.50 or a PBL long island iced tea for $7.25. The food is delicious, and served until 4 am. Come after the party and try their famous “Super fat” cheddar poutine! You earned it- those sick dance moves burn a lot of calories.

Speakeasy Bar + Grill

Heated patio, around 6 tables. This place is pretty popular if the crowd is any indication.

Centro

If you’re trying to avoid the crowds for a quiet, relaxing atmosphere, try Centro. The 5-table patio is a little small, but the interior is huge and verrry spacious. Order house wine at $4.50 a glass, or $16 for a ½ litre.

Taco Time

Who wouldn’t enjoy a taco outside on the patio, under the shade of an unbrella? A good place if you need a quick meal or if you don’t have too much cash on you.

Lennox Pub

For all you sports fans out there. Here’s a popular place to watch some Euro football. It gets a bit crowded inside when there’s a game going on, so if you want a quiet meal go for the patio. They’ve got 5-6 tables well spaced apart. And some good food.

Caprice Lounge

Busy busy busy. Despite the enormity of the lounge, it’s still packed up to the brim. Meet some new people at this classy lounge. Get bottles of Heineken for $5.25 on Fridays, Miller Genuine Draft for $5.25 on Saturdays, and pints of beer for $4.50 on Sundays. Breathe in some fresh air on the outdoor heated patio, or sip a martini to some good beats indoors.

And for your entertainment... bartender tricks to the extreme.

Caprice Nightclub - Encore Thursday August 14.

The Yale Listings for August 2008

All show times are 9:45 pm unless otherwise noted

Sunday-Thursday from 11:30am-2am

Friday-Saturday from 11:30am-3am

Tues, 05 Mojo Zydeco 9:45pm*

Wed, 06 Mostly Marley 9:45pm*

Thurs, 07 Vince Mai Project 9:45pm*

Fri & Sat, 08 &09 Billy Dixon’s Soul Train Express 9pm / Brickhouse 12:30-3am $12

Sun, 10 Brickhouse 9pm*

Mon, 11 Jerry Adolphe and Friends with Marty Lapensee 9:45pm*

Tues, 12 Tuesday Tune Club Recording Sessions 8pm*

Wed, 13 Tom Lee Music’s Weekend Warriors 6-9pm* / Steve Kozak’s WestCoast Blues Revue 9:45pm*

Thurs, 14 Jack Lavin’s 23rd Year Anniversary Jam with Mark Dufresne & Will McCalder 9:45pm*

Fri, 15 Blues Power 9pm / Brickhouse 12:30-3am $12

Sat, 16th Annual Harmonica Blast with Incognito and guests: Mark Dufresne, Jim Wallace & Nigel Mack 9pm / Brickhouse 12:30-3am $12

Sun, 17 Buckwheat Zydeco & The Ils Sont Parti Band 9pm $22 Adv/ $25 Door / Brickhouse 10:30pm*

Mon, 18 Jerry Adolphe & Friends with Loretta & Pav and Tim Hearsey 9:45pm*

Tues, 19 Tuesday Tune Club Recording Sessions 8pm*

Wed, 20 Jack Velker & the Velvet Vipers 9:45pm*

Thurs, 21 Chilliwack and Jim Byrnes 9pm $20.

Fri & Sat, 22 & 23 So Tight Band 9pm / Brickhouse 12:30-3am $12

Sun, 24 Brickhouse 9pm*

Mon, 25 Jerry Adolphe & Friends with Will McCalder & Steve Kozak 9:45pm*

Tues, 26 Tuesday Tune Club Recording Sessions 8pm*

Wed, 27 Mud Bay Blues Band 30th Year Anniversary 9:45pm*

Thurs, 28 Incognito CD Release Party & 25th Year Anniversary 9:45pm*

Fri & Sat 29 & 30 Taylor James 9pm / Funkdalicious 12:30-3am $12

Sun, 31 Brickhouse 10th Year Anniversary 9pm-3am $12 LATE CLOSE

*No cover charge

Shangri-la of the Caprice. Dress to Impress

Presented by Caprice

Prepare to immerse yourself into a pure Asian bliss known to the few.

Limited guestlist available

Hedley @ the Orpheum - October 8

October 8 at 7:30 pm – ORPHEUM
HEDLEY
Live Nation proudly presents platinum-selling rockers Hedley, live in concert.
Tickets 604-280-4444 Ticketmaster Live Nation

Watch the video for "For the Nights I can't Remember": http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cl2xiBQS9Ig

Downtown Street Beats

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 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