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ArtsFest 2008

By Langara on March 18, 2008 - 9:17am

ArtsFest 2008
April 2 - May 10
To showcase the breadth and depth of fresh talent, Langara College presents Artsfest 2008 running April 2 - May 10. Artsfest encompasses seven unique grad shows and Planet of the Arts, a one-day interactive celebration.

Planet of the Arts
May 10
An interactive, one-day celebration for the community and a chance to check out Langara College’s finest student work. Explore your creative side--design a magazine cover, manipulate a photograph, create a painting, and mingle with performers. Learn more about our wide-range of Creative & Applied programs and chat with graduates and alumni about their experiences.

Planet of the Arts - May 10, 2008
Langara College Library/Classroom Building
100 West 49th Ave, Vancouver
1 - 5 pm

http://www.artsfest.ca

For event or sponsorship information, please contact:

Michelle Knaut
Special Events Manager
mknaut@langara.bc.ca
604.323.5037

Through the Eyes of a Child

By Kara Gibbs on March 23, 2008 - 11:27am

Through the Eyes of a Child
Featuring The NOW Orchestra with special guest Nicole Mitchell, flute
Friday April 11, 2008 at 8:00pm
Vancouver East Cultural Centre (1895 Venables Street)

On April 11th, 2008, special guest artist Nicole Mitchell, arguably one of the world’s top jazz flutists, joins spoken word artists Mercedes Baines and Kedrick James along with the NOW Orchestra for an evening of truly inspired music making. The NOW Orchestra, led by saxophonist Coat Cooke, features some of today's most important voices in Canadian improvised music. This concert will highlight new works by composers Paul Plimley, Nicole Mitchell and Coat Cooke as well as new spoken word compositions by Kedrick James and Mercedes Baines.

“Nicole Mitchell is on her way to becoming the greatest living flutist in jazz.” - Chicago Reader

One of the most sought-after jazz soloists and composers in North America, Nicole Mitchell is based in Chicago where she is a vital part of the local jazz and improv scene. She has appeared on five new recordings in just over a year, both under her own name and in collaborative projects, and has won DownBeat Magazine’s Rising Star Award three years running.

Sonic Boom 2008: A Festival of New Music by BC Composers

By Kara Gibbs on March 23, 2008 - 2:44pm

Sonic Boom 2008: A Festival of New Music by BC Composers
Western Front, 303 East 8th Avenue
April 10-13, 2008, 7:30pm
$20 General, $10 Students/Seniors/Artists, $35 Festival Pass

Sonic Boom takes place April 10-13, 2008 at the Western Front in Vancouver (303 East 8th Avenue). Now in it’s 21st year, this festival is widely regarded as one of Canada's most important showcases for new work, including pieces by both mature and emerging composers, all performed by top-quality ensembles and soloists.

The Ensemble in Residence for Sonic Boom 2008 is Nu:BC, a cutting-edge performing arts collective that brings together the talents of the UBC School of Music faculty and other outstanding Vancouver creative artists. Directed by Paolo Bortolussi, the ensemble for Sonic Boom will consist of acclaimed musicians Cris Inguanti on clarinet, Corey Hamm on piano, Eric Wilson on cello, David Harding on viola, and Paolo Bortolussi on flute.

The Composer in Residence for Sonic Boom 2008 is Christopher Butterfield, a composer and professor at the University of Victoria.

Tickets available at the door
More info: www.vancouverpromusica.ca

SHAPE UP FOR SUMMER - Now Accepting May Registrations :: Women's Cardio Kickboxing Bootcamp

By RCFAdmin on April 2, 2008 - 1:34pm

WOMEN'S CARDIO KICKBOXING BOOTCAMP - May 2008 Registration Now Open
Presented by Raz Chan Fitness and Mobile Personal Training

Want a swimsuit-ready body by summer vacation? Experience our Women's Cardio Kickboxing Bootcamp and get a toned body in time for beach weather!

Join us three times a week for 4 weeks for our total body workout with boxing drills, core ab exercises, interval training, and more! Never the same workout twice with our programming and lots of variety to keep all fitness levels challenged.

View video clips and photos of previous Bootcamp classes at http://www.razchanfitness.com

LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE
All Bootcamps are 3x/week (12 sessions). Due to the format of our Bootcamp, we do not offer drop-in rates or switching of class sessions - please review our registration policy under our FAQs section online. Participants are required to come to class with handwraps and cardio boxing gloves.

*Note: All Saturday classes take place at 2875 St. Georges St. (near Fraser & Kingsway).

VANCOUVER-WEST SIDE – select from three time slots
4588 Clancy Loranger Way

Mon/Wed/Fri - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Class runs from Apr 30 - May 28/08

Mon/Wed/Fri - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Class runs from Apr 30 - May 28/08

Mon/Wed – 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm + Saturday – 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Class runs from Apr 28 - May 21/08

Addiction Services Education Series

By ellenhsieh on April 16, 2008 - 3:52pm

The Addiction Services, Public Education Series, is a community service of Vancouver Coastal Health. This program is free and open to anyone who is interested in addiction, alcohol and other drugs.
There are 6 sessions, 1) what is addiction, 2) drugs and the body, 3) recovery, 4) family issues, 5) helping others, 6) drugs in our society-a public health approach to drug control. Participants who complete all six sessions will receive a certificate upon completion. This ongoing program occurs every Friday morning from 9:30-11:30 on drop-in basis, no registration is required. Presented by Mark Haden. For more information phone: 604-267-3970 .