EVENT: Circle Craft Christmas Market 2019 (Nov 7 to 11)

circle craft christmas market

Circle Craft Christmas Market returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre West from November 7 to 11, 2019. Over 300 artisans (60 new this year!) will gather to show their wares: fine artistry and modern design via wood, clay, textiles, metal and more! A Vancouver tradition for over four decades, the Market traditionally begins the holiday shopping season […]

EVENT: Beanstock Specialty Coffee Festival on Granville Island (Nov 2 & 3)

beanstock coffee festival 2019

Hey coffee lovers! The Beanstock Coffee Festival returns to Vancouver on November 2 and 3. Meet local micro-roasters, try specialty coffee samples, and learn about the importance of socially responsible brew. Beanstock will take place at Performance Works on Granville Island, and features 30 independent micro-roasters, including Agro Coffee Roasters, Luna Coffee, Prototype Coffee, Pallet […]

Pitt Lake to Widgeon Falls: Canoe and Hike Daytrip Combo

canoeing at Pitt lake to widgeon falls

I just found my new favourite dog-friendly summer hike experience: Pitt Lake to Widgeon Falls. This canoe and hike combo takes you from Pitt Lake in Pitt Meadows to Widgeon Falls, a glacial waterfall that’s only accessible to the public by water.    Pitt Lake is about a 45 minute drive from Vancouver. We arrived to […]