Posts Tagged 'Vancouver'
Marriage of Figaro at Vancouver Opera
Illustration by Edel Rodriguez I can’t believe it took me so long to go to the opera for the first time. And what a debut! Vancouver turned out dressed to the nines for the opening night of Vancouver Opera’s production
Marriage of Figaro at Vancouver Opera
Illustration by Edel Rodriguez I can’t believe it took me so long to go to the opera for the first time. And what a debut! Vancouver turned out dressed to the nines for the opening night of Vancouver Opera’s production
Grupo Corpo: Tom Zé and Lenine in Vancouver
The last time I watched a performance by Grupo Corpo, I was living in Brazil and the soundtrack of the show was composed by João Bosco. I fell in love with Grupo Corpo while watching their performances of Bengelê and
Grupo Corpo: Tom Zé and Lenine in Vancouver
The last time I watched a performance by Grupo Corpo, I was living in Brazil and the soundtrack of the show was composed by João Bosco. I fell in love with Grupo Corpo while watching their performances of Bengelê and
VLAFF Needs Your Design!
The 8th edition of the Vancouver Latin American Film Festival (VLAFF) is rapidly approaching and the final touches are being made on this year’s festival. Even though opening night is only happening on September 2nd, VLAFF organizers are accepting design
VLAFF Needs Your Design!
The 8th edition of the Vancouver Latin American Film Festival (VLAFF) is rapidly approaching and the final touches are being made on this year’s festival. Even though opening night is only happening on September 2nd, VLAFF organizers are accepting design
Canada: National Volunteer Week 2010
The National Volunteer Week is an opportunity for non-profit organizations to appreciate the work of their volunteers Canada-wide. I particularly see this week as a chance to inspire other people to engage in their community, share and connect with others.
Canada: National Volunteer Week 2010
The National Volunteer Week is an opportunity for non-profit organizations to appreciate the work of their volunteers Canada-wide. I particularly see this week as a chance to inspire other people to engage in their community, share and connect with others.
The Wellness Show Giveaway
Yesterday, Mr. Ames picked up a wonderful bag of goodies from our UPS box. The sender? The Wellness Show and its sponsors. I don’t know about you, but since January 1st I have been trying to stick with my new
The Wellness Show Giveaway
Yesterday, Mr. Ames picked up a wonderful bag of goodies from our UPS box. The sender? The Wellness Show and its sponsors. I don’t know about you, but since January 1st I have been trying to stick with my new
Rebecca Bollwitt’s Book Signing for ‘Blogging to Drive Business’
Meeting Rebecca Bollwitt felt exactly like how Paula Mazulquim described the day that she met George Stroumboulopoulos in her blog. Sometimes, it’s completely impossible to make sense (or even be normal) when meeting someone who you really respect and admire
Rebecca Bollwitt’s Book Signing for ‘Blogging to Drive Business’
Meeting Rebecca Bollwitt felt exactly like how Paula Mazulquim described the day that she met George Stroumboulopoulos in her blog. Sometimes, it’s completely impossible to make sense (or even be normal) when meeting someone who you really respect and admire
Social Networks bring over 300 Vancouverites to Diane Farris Gallery
For those who don’t believe that social media is changing the way people interact and consume art, 300 people attended the Twitter/Art + Social Media’s opening reception at Diane Farris Gallery last Thursday to prove them wrong. In an informal
Social Networks bring over 300 Vancouverites to Diane Farris Gallery
For those who don’t believe that social media is changing the way people interact and consume art, 300 people attended the Twitter/Art + Social Media’s opening reception at Diane Farris Gallery last Thursday to prove them wrong. In an informal
Identity Theft: What to Do When Someone Else Owns Your Name
Photo Credit: Clint M Chilcott on Flickr It’s hard to believe, but yes, I came all the way from Brazil to have my identity stolen in Canada. After two months of dealing with the Vancouver Police Department, credit reporting agencies,
Identity Theft: What to Do When Someone Else Owns Your Name
Photo Credit: Clint M Chilcott on Flickr It’s hard to believe, but yes, I came all the way from Brazil to have my identity stolen in Canada. After two months of dealing with the Vancouver Police Department, credit reporting agencies,
St. Patrick’s Day: Vancouver Fundraiser
St. Patrick’s Parade – Vancouver, March 15th, 2008 (via Vida Portatil) It’s St. Patrick’s day, time to grab a huge jug filled with green beer and have fun! I am not Irish, but it’s impossible to resist the Irish carnival
St. Patrick’s Day: Vancouver Fundraiser
St. Patrick’s Parade – Vancouver, March 15th, 2008 (via Vida Portatil) It’s St. Patrick’s day, time to grab a huge jug filled with green beer and have fun! I am not Irish, but it’s impossible to resist the Irish carnival
Happy New Year: The Reality of a Brazilian Lost Between Two Countries
Author’s Note: “Águas de Março” is this blog post’s official soundtrack. Please press play and enjoy! It may sound wrong to you, but in my mind, the year only starts after my birthday! I grew up in Brazil with the
Happy New Year: The Reality of a Brazilian Lost Between Two Countries
Author’s Note: “Águas de Março” is this blog post’s official soundtrack. Please press play and enjoy! It may sound wrong to you, but in my mind, the year only starts after my birthday! I grew up in Brazil with the
Vancouver 2010: We Are a Nation!
The Olympics are officially over. For 17 days, Canadians came together to celebrate the Olympic spirit and show to the world some patriotism. We were together on twitter, wrote enthusiastic blog posts about our Olympic experience, and discussed media and
Vancouver 2010: We Are a Nation!
The Olympics are officially over. For 17 days, Canadians came together to celebrate the Olympic spirit and show to the world some patriotism. We were together on twitter, wrote enthusiastic blog posts about our Olympic experience, and discussed media and
Vancouver 2010: You Gotta Be Here!
Photo Credit: Clayton Perry on Flickr In the past week, several videos have been produced or gained the spotlight for showcasing our beautiful British Columbia. After 9 days of Winter Olympics, I came up with this small selection. Enjoy! Video
Vancouver 2010: You Gotta Be Here!
Photo Credit: Clayton Perry on Flickr In the past week, several videos have been produced or gained the spotlight for showcasing our beautiful British Columbia. After 9 days of Winter Olympics, I came up with this small selection. Enjoy! Video
Vancouver 2010: Stephen Colbert, Michael Bublé and Vancouverites
This morning, a warm Vancouverite crowd welcomed the Colbert Report show to the 2010 Winter Olympics host city. By 7:00am, hundreds of people started to line up for the Colbernation stage at Creekside Park next to Science World. The live
Vancouver 2010: Stephen Colbert, Michael Bublé and Vancouverites
This morning, a warm Vancouverite crowd welcomed the Colbert Report show to the 2010 Winter Olympics host city. By 7:00am, hundreds of people started to line up for the Colbernation stage at Creekside Park next to Science World. The live
Vancouver 2010: Sochi 2014 Russian House
Science World has become a great Russian House. Thanks to my friend Veronica Rivas, Raul Pacheco and I had full access to the Russian Sochi 2014 House and the opportunity to mingle with Russians and people from all around the
Vancouver 2010: Sochi 2014 Russian House
Science World has become a great Russian House. Thanks to my friend Veronica Rivas, Raul Pacheco and I had full access to the Russian Sochi 2014 House and the opportunity to mingle with Russians and people from all around the
Vancouver 2010: Vogue Theatre, Shane Koyczan and The Olympic Cauldron
Another day of Olympic crazinesss in Vancouver! Another day of exciting discoveries! On our tour on Graville Street we discovered that the Vogue Theatre (918 Granville Street) will be screening Today all the Olympic competitions for free. Tomorrow, daily tickets
Vancouver 2010: Vogue Theatre, Shane Koyczan and The Olympic Cauldron
Another day of Olympic crazinesss in Vancouver! Another day of exciting discoveries! On our tour on Graville Street we discovered that the Vogue Theatre (918 Granville Street) will be screening Today all the Olympic competitions for free. Tomorrow, daily tickets
Vancouver 2010: Torch Relay, Twitter and Opening Ceremony
Torch relay, day #106, bearer #43: Howe and Robson Street. Photo Credit: Vida Portatil on Flickr It’s on! The 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic games have officially started, and what a great day the Heringer-Ames family had yesterday. We woke up
Vancouver 2010: Torch Relay, Twitter and Opening Ceremony
Torch relay, day #106, bearer #43: Howe and Robson Street. Photo Credit: Vida Portatil on Flickr It’s on! The 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic games have officially started, and what a great day the Heringer-Ames family had yesterday. We woke up
