Local Arts

Hang out with Kramer the parrot, rip down Grouse Mountain on a sled or drown in a sea of humanity at Jack Poole Plaza

Go for a boat ride, listen to tired ’80s music or feel like you’re on LSD

If you’re one of those people who tends to start your Christmas shopping at the last minute (as in, right about now) don’t panic.

What do you have planned for New Year’s Eve? Whether you’re staying in for a quiet evening, throwing a party, or visiting someone else’s party – food is a big part of the celebration.

And four other events that make Vancouver awesome this week

A writer known for tackling tough subjects is the next featured author in the Tellers of Short Tales series. The Royal City Literary Arts Society is continuing the monthly reading series, which is devoted to the short story genre, on Thursday, Jan.

Documentary looks at the lives and experiences of Judi Dench, Eileen Atkins, Joan Plowright and Maggie Smith. It's screening Jan. 28 for Last Mondays at the Movies.

The Romanian Treasures folk group performed as part of the festivities for the Anvil Centre's Winter Celebration opening night. Photographer Jennifer Gauthier was on hand to capture the performance on video. Here it is:

New West residents young and old joined forces in song on Tuesday night.

A documentary with Victoria ties has drawn the attention of one of the biggest actors on the planet. Ryan Reynolds of Deadpool fame has been tapped to do the voiceover for Great Bear Rainforest, a documentary from director Ian McAllister.