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Public art covers end of the Canada Line First piece on Art Plinth at Brighouse Station cost $35,000; screens on tubes to deter bird nesting by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter If art is intended to draw strong and divergent opinions from those who look at it, the colourful new piece at the end of the Canada Line at Brighouse Station has already hit the bull’s-eye. “Oh my goodness, it’s cool,” said one passerby. “I like it. Better than nothing,” said another. But others were confused. “I don’t see the point in it,” one woman said. And still others didn’t like the amount the City of Richmond paid to commission the piece: $35,000. “I think it’s a waste of money,” observed one man who didn’t want his name published. “That looks lousy,” one pedestrian said. On Twitter, the response was largely negative. “It’s suppose (sic) to look like all the mufflers you see there...” wrote Adrian (@AY604). “O GOD that is ugly,” wrote Tommy (@unicornfrog8211) After asking how much the piece cost to manufacture, deliver and install, NBS2010 (@ NBS2010) wrote: “That’s so expensive.” DogfoodSoup (@DogfoodSoup) offered: “the Canadian flag that was originally there
was nice, should have left it.” To which Jethero (@jetherojl) replied: “I agree, the flag should’ve stayed.” The piece, called Cluster—the proposed title was Roost, but that was scrapped after a decision was made to screen the tubes to deter nesting—was designed by former Richmond Review editor Carlyn Yandle, who also designed the artwork at the pedestrian scramble in Steveston, at No. 1 Road and Moncton. Cluster is the first of two public art projects to be installed on the so-called Art Plinth at Brighouse Station. A five-member panel including artists, a resident and a transit official, selected two works from 76 proposals received from the city. Each will be displayed for up to one year. SkyDam, by Nathan Lee, Sarah Siegel, Erika Mashig and Aline Meylan, will feature painted driftwood, harvested in Richmond, and arranged to resemble a beaver dam. Beavers sculpted from rigid foam are included in the design. SkyDam will cost the city $45,000. In 2013, the City of Richmond budgeted $200,000 for the art on the plinth, meaning more works could come in the future. —with files from Black Press
Martin van den Hemel photo Cluster is a new public artwork, located at the No. 3 Road terminus of the Canada Line.
Richmond gets taste of writer’s flair for funny With ‘nerdly’ beginnings behind him, Mark Leiren-Young now has a city listening by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter
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he was already out of his league, but the writing was clearly on the wall when Mark LeirenYoung and his childhood crush took a ride at the Pacific National Exhibition.
In what he describes as “the Ferris wheel incident,” Leiren-Young and Sarah were paired off in the same car. Their Levi’s touched, and, well, he threw up on her runners. It’s one of many hilarious stories of adolescence Leiren-Young documents in his memoir Free Magic Secrets Revealed, one of the multitalented author’s works the City of Richmond noticed before naming him writer-in-residence this fall. The 2013 book, which draws its title from his teenage ambitions to create a magic show, shows Leiren-Young doesn’t easily give up on an impossible love interest. It was Sarah that led Leiren-Young to a library, specifically to the Kurt Vonnegut shelf, where he found Cat’s Cradle—a book that led him on a path of writing. Today he’s also known as a playwright, screenwriter, journalist
Mark Leiren-Young will present a range of programs at Richmond Cultural Centre this fall as the city’s writer-in-residence.
and occasional performer with the comedy duo Local Anxiety. In 2009 he won the 2009 Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour for his book Never Shoot a Stampede Queen, which later became the basis of a touring theatrical production. The book covers Leiren-Young’s 1985 arrival in Williams Lake, B.C., where he took a job as a reporter for the venerable Williams Lake Tribune. Leiren-Young is Richmond’s third writer-in-residence. His two-month residency begins in October, when he’ll begin presenting a host of free programs and public events in and around Richmond Cultural Centre. Free programs he’ll present include Telling Your Story (older adults), Telling Your Story (ESL), Writ-
ing as a Career (youth), Words Online (adults), Words Online (youth) and Manuscript Consultations. Registration begins Sept. 27. At a residency launch Friday at Richmond Cultural Centre he’ll explain the programs, as well as present short readings and speak about his writing career. That public event, on Sept. 26, is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Guests are asked to reserve a seat by calling 604-276-4300 or visiting richmond.ca/register and quote course No. 653858. 1. What are you looking forward to as a newly-titled writer-inresidence? “It’s always fun to work with new writers and find out what they’re interested in. I’m looking
forward to working with adults who are new to writing, but really want to tell their stories. And I’m especially excited about building towards the multigenerational project where I have students interviewing elders.” 2. What advice do you have for writers trying to tell their story? “Most people who are afraid to tell their stories think that when they write they have to sound like ‘a writer.’ I suspect that if you could find one of my old essays from Grade 8 or 9 it probably uses more impressive 10-dollar words than I include in almost anything I write today. “I used to think writing was all about using the fanciest words I could find. Then I discovered Kurt Vonnegut’s Cat’s Cradle and couldn’t believe writers were allowed to do that—they could just write the way they talked. Tell your story—or any story you want to tell—the way you’d tell it to a friend. You’ll find your story and you’ll find your voice.” 3. How did your early years at the Williams Lake Tribune shape you? “Part of what made Williams Lake magic for me was that nobody there knew anything about me. And once I left I’d be gone—without a trace. In the age of the Internet I’m not sure that sort of freedom still exists. So my time in Williams Lake really clarified who I am and what matters to me. “I think the reason I keep being asked to tell the story of my time there in different ways (I was approached to write the book, two stage versions, a TV pilot and a screenplay) is that my year as a reporter for the Williams Lake
Tribune followed all the rules of a classic coming of age story. Cocky city kid moves to small town, faces crazy obstacles and is forced to grow up and/or run away. If I’d fallen in love there it would have been the perfect movie script. “This is, of course, why the first question that has come up every time I’ve talked to any producer about adapting this as a movie is: ‘So you’re adding a love interest, right?’ And it’s not really a question.” 4. Where does your sense of humour come from? “My mom. My mom’s funny. A lot of my relatives are funny. Also, and I talk about this in Magic Secrets, I was a pretty scrawny, nerdly kid. I know nerdly isn’t a word, but it should be. Anyway, I used to get beat up a lot. When that happens I think you either get quiet, crazy or funny. I hope I opted for funny. “If the scientists ever find a way to breed a race of athletic, beautiful people who all get along like in Gene Rodenberry’s Star Trek future, that’s pretty much it for comedy— and science and literature and pretty much anything else people get up to when they can’t find a date on Saturday night. 5. What did you learn about yourself in writing Free Magic Secrets Revealed? “That I haven’t changed all that much since writing that wild magic show. It was supposed to be Star Wars on stage. It was more like Jar Jar Binks on skates. Also that when you go through something really crazy with your friends, those friends stick around.”
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City Board Asphalt paving advisory August 29 to October 22, 2014 The City of Richmond has contracted Columbia Bitulithic to grind and pave the following location in Richmond from August 29 to October 22, 2014: • 10000 block No. 3 Road • 8000 block Ackroyd Road • Granville Avenue Minoru Blvd to No. 3 Road – East bound lanes including the intersections of No. 3 Road and Minoru Boulevard. • 6000 block Blundell Road • Hammersmith Way • Hammersmith Gate • 11 & 12000 block No. 5 Road • 22000 block Old Westminster Highway • Gilley Road and Westminster Highway Intersection Work hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekdays, and 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekends. Night time work hours will be from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (typically).
Craig Stewart (left) and Egon Frank (right)photos The despondent driver of this Jeep mulls the rented vehicle’s fate, watching as the tide slowly rolls in to claim the vehicle which became stuck in the tidal mud flats near Shady Island and the foot of Gilbert Road Sunday.
Jeep wrangles wrong mud patch This isn’t first time a vehicle has danced on mud flats near Shady Island and lost
Traffic will be reduced to single-lane and there may be temporary lane closures. Delays may occur. The use of an alternate route is strongly encouraged. This work is weather dependent and dates are subject to change without notice. Questions may be directed to Wasim Memon, Supervisor, Engineering Inspections, at 604-276-4189, or visit the City’s paving program webpage at www.richmond.ca (City Services > Roads, Dykes, Water & Sewers > Construction Projects > 2014 Paving). City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000
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by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter A newer Jeep Wrangler became stuck in the mud Sunday in the tidal mud flats near Shady Island, just west of the foot of Gilbert Road and the dyke. Egon Frank, who has a nearby garden plot, shared his pictures with The Review, as well as a story from a person who was speaking with police that afternoon. Frank, who noted his information is second-hand, said the driver was in his early 20s from Washington State, and had rented the vehicle. The Jeep was doing donuts on the mud flats when it became stuck, according to area residents. And although a tow firm was called, the truck’s cable wasn’t long enough to reach out to the drowning Jeep.
The Jeep’s fate drew quite a crowd of curious onlookers who snapped photos, the four-by-four’s death coming in fits and starts. First the struggling Jeep’s alarm went off, sounding beneath the water. Then the windshield wipers were activated, only to slowly come to a stop. Finally, almost like a last cry for help, the headlights flicked on after dark, casting an eerie underwater glow before fading when the battery failed. The Jeep was eventually removed from the water at low tide around 1 a.m. Monday, but not before becoming completely swallowed by the Fraser River, according to nearby resident Craig Stewart, who snapped his own photos of the Jeep, its driver and two others, who spoke to Richmond RCMP. During the winching process, the cable snapped, but apparently nobody was injured. One area resident said this isn’t the first time a vehicle has used the area’s boat launch to traverse the mud flats. About five years ago, another four-by-four became stuck, but it was pulled free before the Mighty Fraser could claim it.
Longtime Richmond councillor is retiring from politics Evelina Halsey-Brandt, a longtime independent on Richmond council, is retiring from politics. The 19-year councillor announced Monday she won’t seek re-election in the Nov. 15 municipal election, opting instead to spend time with family and travel. Having already retired from her job at Vancouver General Hospital, Halsey-Brandt said her decision to leave politics came after great consideration.
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Vince Ready to the rescue? IKEA dispute brings in respected mediator after he resolved teachers strike by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Can respected mediator Vince Ready use his magic to resolve the 17-months long IKEA dispute? That remains to be seen, but both IKEA and striking workers from Teamsters Union have agreed to bring him in. Union spokesperson Anita Dawson said after talks resumed between management and striking workers last Thursday and Friday, there was some progress, and the idea of bringing in Vince Ready was discussed.
Efforts were made to reach out to him and he confirmed his availability, Dawson said. He was scheduled to meet with the two sides this week. “He’s a well-respected mediator,” Dawson said of Ready. “We’re pleased that we’ll be able to hopefully work through him and come up with something.” Wages, benefits and the fate of the workers who crossed the picket line, remain issues to be resolved, Dawson said. “This is the most momentum we’ve had in nine months.” The last time the two sides met to negotiate was in December of 2013, she noted. She clarified that Ready will only mediate. There is no agreement for binding arbitration. Pickets went up at the Jacombs Road store on May 13, 2013. The Richmond store is one of two IKEA
retail locations in North America that is unionized. The other is in Montreal, Que. The local store remains open with reduced hours, but its restaurant and children’s play area are closed. Approximately 325 workers are represented by Teamsters Local 213. IKEA invited the union to return to the bargaining table after a pair of decisions by the B.C. Labour Relations Board offered mixed results for the two sides in the dispute. The board dismissed an appeal to overturn its July 24 ruling that IKEA had bargained directly with employees by making an offer to workers that had not been previously made to the union. The board rejected the union’s bid to have 35 IKEA Richmond employees expelled from union membership for returning to work during the strike.
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EDITORIAL: Art debate keeps people buzzing From “Wow!” to “Whoa!” the reaction to the newest piece of art installed in Richmond last Friday generated plenty of strong opinions. While some people loved the inspired splash of colour added to the drab concrete terminus of the Canada Line at Brighouse Station, others weren’t so thrilled, and yet others questioned the use of taxpayers’ money on the $35,000 project. This latest piece is called Cluster, and is the brainchild of former Richmond Review editor Carlyn Yandle, whose previous work is etched onto the roadway at the Steveston Scramble, at No. 1 Road and Moncton. Cluster will remain in place for up to a year, and will be followed by SkyDam, which comprises painted driftwood that’s been harvested in Richmond and arranged to resemble a beaver dam, at the cost of about $45,000. It wasn’t that long ago that a piece of art generated strong opposition near the Richmond Olympic Oval. Miss Mao Trying to Poise Herself at the Top of Lenin’s Head was arguably the most controversial piece of art ever installed in Richmond. While Cluster is unlikely to spark similar debate, with its lack of political themes, its installation again prompts the question of what is good art. To keep those decisions at arm’s length, the city established a five-member panel that includes artists, a resident and a transit official. Coun. Evelina Halsey-Brandt proved prescient when she commented on the two selected works for Art on the Plinth at Brighouse Station: “It’s a good thing that the selection panel is absolutely independent. They’re interesting, but they’re not my type of public art. So I’m really looking forward to seeing what kind of response we’ll get from the public.” Ralph Nadle commented via Facebook that he thought the terminus could be used for a billboard, to generate a little cash for the city. As a relatively young city compared to those in Europe and even Eastern Canada, Richmond is still finding its artistic identity.
At least by setting aside $200,000 for artwork in 2013, the City of Richmond showed its maturity by recognizing the value of the arts to
society, to generate discussion, debate and divergent opinions, and perhaps even beautify the city physically and intellectually.
Time for term limits for councillors
will start all over again. Councillors will disappear not to be seen for four years this time. Dean Beauvais Richmond
Qualifications for managing the business of a city will, once again, be considered irrelevant. The uninformed and uneducated electing the unqualified and undeserving to do unenlightened and undistinguished things. Ray Arnold Richmond
Editor: Re: “Local elections nothing short of ‘a charade,” Letters. A great letter and nothing but the truth. Civic elections are a sham. The same thing over and over, election after election. How can we possibly move forward as a city when the people running it never change. No new ideas, no new attitudes. Mayor and council should have term limits to avoid what we witness today. Candidates saying things like “the only alternative to growth is decline”. I guess that’s as profound as we can expect. Hard to imagine just how much growth one can expect. Traffic in the city is an absolute mess. River Road which was once a viable east-west corridor is no longer. More intersections created within 500 feet of each other. Council meetings are a joke. Most issues are voted on before they hit the council chambers floor. You would think that one or two terms of civic duty would be enough, that they might think they have done all they can and surrender to new ideas and perhaps younger energy and fresh outlooks. Not so today. Arrogance and self importance and public disengagement have actually convinced some of these people that the city can’t get along without them. Richmond has become a perfect example of how not to grow a city. But I digress. Come November the same people will run, the same people will vote and the same process
Cluster, created by artist Carlyn Yandle, was installed at the end of the Canada Line last week.
Uninformed are electing unenlightened Editor: R.A. Hoegler’s letter Local elections nothing short of a charade (Sept. 19/14) deserves to go into the “You got that right!” file. During the last election campaign in Richmond I attended an all candidates meeting and to say that the people in charge of vetting submitted questions were dedicated to shielding the Mayor and other incumbents from having to deal with challenging questions would be an understatement. What I witnessed did not resemble any democratic process that I am familiar with except in regards to that corrupted part where self-interested elected officials believe that they have no responsibility to be transparent or accountable for what they do while in office. Add to this unsavoury context the fact that Richmond has the lowest voter turn-out in the province (a large component of uninterested, unengaged part-time citizens is likely a contributing factor) and a citizenry that remains unconcerned about determining what personal values and priorities undergird the candidate’s ambitions, and there is little hope that politics in Richmond will become more truly democratic in the future. We will have another election where voters will look no deeper than a candidate’s ethnicity, religious ideology, and/ or party affiliations when casting their ballots.
Up to voters to refresh democracy Editor: Richmond city council is made up of many long-sitting council. The average length of service of council’s nine members is 16 years. Seven of the nine councillors were first elected 15 years or more ago. Coun. Harold Steves was first elected 45 years ago. Richmond has changed dramatically in the last 15 years. Experience is valuable. But new ideas, diverse perspectives and fresh approaches are needed at public decision-making tables in our rapidly changing world. Seven people sitting as the overwhelming majority for 15 years at Richmond’s local government decision-making table makes no sense. When politicians fail to realize they are long past their best before date, we need term limits. They don’t exist yet in B.C.’s Local Government Act. Hopefully, they soon will. In the meantime, it’s up to voters to refresh their democracy. The deadline for candidate nominations for the Nov. 15 civic election is Oct. 10. I’m hoping to see a whole lot of new names on the ballot. We need good local government. Bob Ransford Steveston
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
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Richmond Youth Honour Choir singers raising their collective voices by Don Fennell Staff Reporter
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usic is truly the universal language, a fact illustrated by the global appeal of Coca-Cola’s groundbreaking 1971 advertising jingle “I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing (In Perfect Harmony)” which—sung by a multicultural group of teens atop a hilltop in Italy— portrayed a positive message of hope and love.
The message resonates every bit as much today with Heidi Epp, artistic director and conductor of the Richmond Youth Honour Choir, which was founded 13 years ago to provide a place for Richmond youth to learn and perform choral music. “What the harmony part of music does is pick up where the words finish. Music provides a further interpretation of our thoughts and speaks to our spirit,” says Epp, who is eager to take the choir on its first international trip next March to Wakayama, Japan.
“This is a very exciting opportunity and something I hope will become a regular part of our landscape in the future. It doesn’t matter if you know each other’s language, you can always sing together,” says Epp. The 10-day trip during spring break is the return engagement of a cultural exchange, the first leg of which saw the Richmond choir host their peers from Wakayama 18 months ago. The choir had previously performed for the Emperor of Japan, but hosting the Wakayama students provided a much more rewarding and insightful experience. Epp hopes to build on that when the students are reacquainted in Wakayama. “When you can get two cultures together from different sides of the world and both understand the message of a song, even when it’s not in either of their home languages, that speaks to the power of music,” says Epp. “We commissioned Iman Habibi, a local composer-in-residence with the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra, to compose ‘Lullaby for Hiroshima’ for us to perform while in Wakayama. We’ll also
be performing a song Larry Nickel composed for the B.C. Girls’ Choir, and re-arranged for us, about Malala (Yousafzai), the Pakistani girl who wanted to go to school. “Our theme this year is ‘Notes Between Friends, ‘and we’ll be celebrating and honouring friendship and what friendship looks like.” Raised in Richmond, Epp has many fond memories of singing and touring with the West Coast Mennonite Children’s Choir. Her piano studies began at an early age under renowned local teacher Winfred Rompf, who continues to be a mentor, and while still in elementary school she began accompanying groups and soloists at her elementary school concerts. “Through music I’ve made friends around the world,” says Epp. “When I was a child we toured up and down the west coast of North America and across Canada. A lot of the European choirs get to do a lot more touring so they’re really fortunate, but I hope once we blaze that trail (again) it will get a lot easier. When I was a kid we did billeting at our house all the time.” A graduate of Richmond High, Epp had
The Richmond Youth Honour Choir is a diverse group of young singers.
many musical influences as a child but never had to look far for them. She comes from a legacy of musicians on both sides of the family, with choral singing a particular favourite. One of her grandfathers was a band conductor and the other a visual art teacher who was also a writermusician. However, Epp
stresses a simple interest in music is enough to get started with the Richmond Youth Honour Choir. Auditions are held twice each year, initially in the spring and again in the fall though auditions will be considered at any time. “It’s a very diverse group, both in terms of interests and ethnic-
ity,” says Epp. “Some are from families who have lived in Richmond for generations and others who just moved here, while some kids are really into academia and others into sports or dance. Some kids have had private music education while others have had absolutely no musical experience at all
but a passion and desire to learn. The power of music brings them together.” An exercise designed to instill confidence at a team building camp, held annually since Epp joined the Richmond Youth Honour Choir four years ago, magnifies her observations. See Page 8
City Board Business Licence Regulation Bylaw 7538 Amendment Bylaw 9171 At the September 22, 2014 Council meeting, three readings were given to Business Licence Bylaw 7538, Amendment Bylaw 9142, which amends Schedule A of the bylaw to include the premises at 7992 Alderbridge Way among the sites which permits an amusement centre to operate with more than 4 amusement machines. Those persons who consider themselves affected by the proposed bylaw are invited to make written submissions to Council c/o the City Clerk at 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, B.C. V6Y 2C1 or by fax at 604-278-5139 or email to cityclerk@richmond.ca; or make a verbal presentation to Council by appearing as a delegation at the October 27, 2014 Council meeting. All written submissions received prior to the proposed bylaw adoption on October 27, 2014, will be forwarded to Council for consideration. A complete copy of the staff report is available on the City website at www.richmond.ca (City Hall>City Council Agendas & Minutes>General Purposes Committee>2014 Agenda & Minutes>September15,2014>Agenda and Staff Reports>Item # ). For more information on the proposed Bylaw Amendment, please contact the Business Licence Division at 604-276-4328. City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000
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arts + culture edition City Board Asphalt paving advisory July 15 to October 15, 2014 The City of Richmond has contracted Columbia Bitulithic to grind and pave the following location in Richmond from July 15 to October 15, 2014: • 10000 block No. 3 Road • 6000 block Blundell Road • Hammersmith Way • Hammersmith Gate • 11 & 12000 block No. 5 Road • 22000 block Old Westminster Highway • Gilley Road and Westminster Highway Intersection Work hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekdays, and 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekends. Night time work hours will be from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (typically).
Choir learns about different styles of music From Page 7 After a half hour, one boy still hadn’t completed his mission when peers began demonstrating their support for him. “Dude, you can do it,” they shouted as Epp wept with tears of joy. “It’s a beautiful thing when you see how the kids hold each other up,”
she says. “In school they might never be friends, but as part of a musical team they learn to support and communicate with each other. It teaches them to empathize with each other, and being a humanitarian may be the greatest lesson of all. Being part of a choir provides them with the opportunity to become
one large voice, and when you learn to do that in a choir you learn to do that in a community.” Epp is a great believer in the students learning about and singing different styles of music—from classic to Broadway and jazz to folk. The choir will perform from all the genres throughout the year. She also emphasizes
Traffic will be reduced to single-lane and there may be temporary lane closures. Delays may occur. The use of an alternate route is strongly encouraged. This work is weather dependent and dates are subject to change without notice. Questions may be directed to Wasim Memon, Supervisor, Engineering Inspections, at 604-276-4189, or visit the City’s paving program webpage at www.richmond.ca (City Services > Roads, Dykes, Water & Sewers > Construction Projects > 2014 Paving).
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the importance of learning good technique and protecting and getting the best out of your voice. “I’m not saying the top-40 stuff can’t be sung, but you hear a lot of bad technique,” she says. “A lot of young singers don’t understand that they’re destroying the voices and that can’t be reversed. I draw on different people for different inspirations. For example, I have the highest esteem for Timothy Corlis who I really think is one of the most significant composers of our time. His music reflects not only the highest quality of choral music but also the collective story of peace, so consequently it’s stirring, unsettling and inspiring.” She also mentions Rajaton, a cappella ensemble from Finland, and Cantus, the all-female Norweigan performance group that sang the opening in the Disney blockbuster Frozen as favourites. Norah Jones—who Epp says is at the richness of her sound while kind of being rogue (among top 40 artists) to do her own thing and not marketing to the masses—also makes the list. Epp is encouraged to see that members of the Richmond Youth Honour Choir are also interested in alternative music and not just drawn to top 40. One of the choir members introduced her to Walk Off The Earth, a Canadian rock band from Burlington, Ont. which she describes as “a very interesting young group.” “They’re doing some fun stuff and having so much fun with their music,” she says. Epp says because the arts, notably music, is under-served in the public elementary school system, it’s important opportunities such as those provided by the Richmond Youth Honour Choir exist in the community. She says singing in the choir helps to teach children to listen in a way that nothing else does. “My hope is that they’ll go on to join any one of the amazing other choirs out there, including the adult choirs,” she says. “The beauty of singing is you don’t have to stop until you stop breathing. And music itself is like an emotional photo album. It’s the different touchstone moments collected through our lives.” For more information on the choir, see www. ryhc.org.
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Filling Richmond with the sound of music in and take a lesson.” While today it serves some 350 students from a shared building with Richmond Alliance Church on No. 3 Road, a half block south of Steveston Highway, the school had humble beginnings that trace back to a small portable classroom originally donated by the City of Richmond, with just a few teachers and students and set up near J.N. Burnett School. When the current Thompson Community Centre was built, they were asked to relocate, and settled in their present-day home at 11371 No. 3 Rd., south of Steveston Highway.
Richmond Music School first opened in 1980, removing barriers for anyone to take lessons by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter
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arts + culture edition Richmond Music School cultivates a love and appreciation for music From Page 9 As a non-profit group, Rolston explained they pay 80 per cent of their own way, with the other 20 per cent covered by grants and donations. Rolston said fees would be out-ofreach for most people if the school were entirely self-sustaining. “We want people to know, don’t let money hold you back,� she said. Introducing music to a child’s world is special. “What I enjoy most is that they are on the threshold of getting involved in the wonderful repertoire that they’ve learned. Sometimes there’s a divine spark in the music, and it catches on with the kids,� she
said. “That’s what it’s all about.� The school’s model has been to keep lessons as affordable as possible to those first introduced an instrument, and that’s been made possible thanks in large part to funding from the B.C. Gaming Commission, she said. For children who have never had piano lessons before, one-to-one classes cost just $10. And for those with no money at all, bursaries are available. Tatyana Kravsun leads a violin outreach program, which provides students with a violin and instruction. There’s a junior children’s orchestra that started last year, and it has
been growing. There’s also a children’s chorus, a great environment for children to socialize, sing songs and perform at multiple concerts every year. Rolston said the highest calibre of music is magical. “I like to sit back and listen to somebody playing very well and saying I had a hand in that. That gives me a great deal of satisfaction.� But beyond working with those students who aspire to the highest levels, Rolston said she enjoys cultivating among people a love and appreciation for music. These are the people who sit in the audience, who want to listen to great musicians, go out to concerts
“I like to sit back and listen to somebody playing very well and saying I had a hand in that. That gives me a great deal of satisfaction.� — Patricia Rolston
and buy music, she said. While the financial support from the government has been amazing, Rolston said the music school has done its part to enrich the lives of locals. “In the past couple of years, we’ve
done over 500 performances in the community,� she said, referring to performances in clubs, small halls, at schools, churches and synagogues. When asked why music is so important, Rolston said music is a part of our culture. “Art takes real life and reflects it back to you...You say, ‘yeah, I can relate to that.’� A song is never just a song, it’s often associated with experiences in life that are fondly remembered. “Music is almost purely emotional,� she said. “Why should they have sports? Why learn to read? Why not lie under a tree and let a banana fall into your mouth.�
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CONVERSATIONS WITH MY MOTHER By Stacey Kaser and Alison Kelly Directed by Katrina Dunn
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Gateway ready for new season of theatre 2014-2015 season marks Gateway’s 30th year of delivering theatre by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter
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ateway Theatre will open a milestone season Oct. 9 with a new comedy about a dead mom who won’t give up her ghost. Conversations With My Mother, by Stacey Kaser and Alison Kelly, is one of four MainStage productions the venerable Minoru Park playhouse—celebrating 30 years of theatre this fall—will present this season. In keeping with tradition, artistic director Jovanni Sy has also chosen another two plays for the smaller space of Studio B. This year’s Christmas musical, as the December MainStage show is known, is the modern-era Gershwin musical Crazy For You. Written by Ken Ludwig and first produced on Broadway in 1992, the show is based on Ira and George Gershwin’s 1930s musical Girl Crazy, but also includes songs from other productions. The story is about bachelor Bobby Child. After his mother forces him to foreclose on a theatre, Bobby puts on a play to pay the mortgage. Barbara Tomasic, who starred with Sy in last December’s musical The King and I, will direct the show, scheduled for Dec. 4 to 31. Tomasic has been listening to the show’s music since she was a kid, the director said in an video posted on Gateway’s YouTube channel. “It’s been playing in our car since I was a child. I love the music. I absolutely love Gershwin, and I love the treatment of the music in this show. It has so much energy, and you hear the story in the music.” In choosing the play, Sy
said he loved how smart and funny the script is. “It feels like it was written in the ‘30s even though it was written by Ken Ludwig, who did Lend Me a Tenor. It’s got all the kind of zany mad-cap kind of writing that you’d get back in the ‘30s.” •Conversations With My Mother: A comedy by Stacey Kaser and Alison Kelly hits the MainStage Oct. 9 to 25. The play is a graduate of Gateway’s SceneFirst play development program. After keeling over in her garden, family matriarch Hyacinth still roams the earth, despite the fact that she is very much dead. And while Hyacinth tries to give up her ghost, her grown daughters struggle with their own midlife crises. •How To Disappear Completely: In association with the Chop Theatre, Gateway opens Studio B Nov. 13 to 22 to a play from James Long, Itai Erdal, Anita Rochon, Jamie Nesbitt and Emelia Symington Fedy. The show, about a gregarious raconteur who returns to Israel after his mother is diagnosed with terminal cancer, is described as part documentary, part memorial and all heart. •Crazy For You: The new Gershwin musical hits the MainStage Dec. 4 to 31. •Valley Song: Athol Fugard’s play comes to the MainStage Feb. 5 to 21. In post-apartheid South Africa, in a valley where properties are still owned exclusively by white people, a 76-year-old continues to work the land he will never own. His granddaughter dreams of being a star. The family is forced to decide if they will hold tight to their past or take a chance on the future. •Miss Caledonia: Melody A. Johnson’s play illuminates Studio B March 5 to 14. It’s 1955 in rural Ontario and Peggy Ann Douglas is hitching her wagon to the pageant circuit in the hope it’ll steer her to the bright lights of a Hollywood movie set. •Rodgers and Hammerstein: Out of a Dream. A new Rodgers and Hammerstein musical revue hits the MainStage April 9 to 25. Creatively curating the classics are musical theatre prodigies at Patrick Street Productions.
Alison Kelly, Patti Allan and Deborah Williams star in Gateway’s season opener, Conversations With My Mother.
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Richmond Orchestra and Chorus presenting another season of music Local organization’s 29th year includes six concerts, including music from afar by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter
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he Richmond Orchestra and Chorus will take audiences around the world this fall as the community music organization gets set for its 2014-2015 season. For its 29th year of concerts, the group will send its Richmond Pentecostal Church audience to Russia on Nov. 22 with a show featuring the orchestra titled “From Russia With Love.” The program will feature 17-year-old cellist Tate Zawadiuk performing one of the most challenging concertos in the cello repertoire: Dmitri Shostakovich’s Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-flat major. Zawadiuk has performed solo with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, is principal cellist of the Vancouver Youth Symphony and has won first place at the Canadian Music Competition.
On Dec. 13 and 14, the chorus will continue its virtual globetrotting by presenting the seasonal concert “World Sings Christmas” at Gilmore Park United Church. Christmas music from nations around the world will be explored: from Australia, Asia, Africa, South America and Europe. A few of the more familiar Christmas songs of North America will also be performed. On Feb. 21, 2015, the orchestra will present its annual “Rising Stars” show at Richmond Pentecostal Church, featuring some of the young talents recognized at the Richmond Music Festival. The chorus returns March 14, 2015 with “Missa Gaia” at Fraserview Church. The Missa Gaia, or Earth Mass, was written in the early 1980s by the Paul Winter Consort with organist Paul Halley—created for a performance in the Cathedral of St John the Divine in New York City. It uses the traditional forms of the mass, and also features the call of wolves and loons, whale songs and jazz instrumentation. It merges Brazilian and West African rhythms with Gregorian chant and gospel music. On May 2, 2015 the orchestra will present “Beethoven’s Sixth.” This symphony depicts scenes
Young musical standout Angeni Wang, a pianist, is one of the Richmond Orchestra and Chorus’s guest performers this season.
from the countryside: the babbling brook, a country dance and a thunderstorm. Joining the symphony at Richmond Pentecostal Church will be the accomplished teenaged pianist Angeni Wang. On June 6, the orchestra and chorus come together for “Operatic Gems” at Fraserview Church. This season-ending concert will present unforgettable melodies of Bizet, Wagner, Verdi and Puccini with singers from the University of B.C. opera program. Richmond Orchestra and Chorus season tickets are now available—$90 for adults and $75 for seniors and students—at roca.ca.
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Clare Scott photos Visual artists, dispatched to locations throughout Steveston, create works of art Saturday during the annual Grand Prix of Art event. Over 100 artists participated in the event, along with 19 photographers.
Grand Prix of Art ‘a huge success’ Artwork from Steveston event will be on display this week until Sunday by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Dozens of artworks are on display at Britannia Shipyards until Sunday—each created in just three hours. The paintings are the result of the 2014 Grand Prix of Art, a fifth annual event held under sunny skies in Steveston Sept. 20 that challenged artists to race against the clock after being randomly assigned one of 38 outdoor locations. Organizers called this year’s event “a huge success.” Over 100 artists participated, creating en plein air works of art in locations from Garry Point Park to Britannia Shipyards. Artists had three hours to complete their works before returning to the shipyards for adjudication.
Winning first place was John Hoffman, second was Dan Gray, third was James Koll. Honourable mentions: Larry Tillyer and Alexandra Kuypers. Hoffman was also a finalist last year, earning the secondplace prize in 2013. In the youth category this year, Iris Lee captured first place, Melody Chen was second and Joshua Chen was third. A People’s Choice Award will be handed out Sunday at 3 p.m. Photographers were also invited to participate this year. Nineteen did, creating photo essays of the event. Making the event possible was Steveston’s Phoenix Art Workshop, which had support from over 60 volunteers, musicians and judges, along with the backing of numerous community sponsors. The art exhibition is on throughout this week, including the final day Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Musician finds horn of plenty at VSO Richmond brass player developed love for French horn at an early age by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter
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year before he joined the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Mee spent a lot of time in airports. He was living in New Haven, completing a master’s degree at Yale’s School of Music, and playing with Symphony Nova Scotia in Halifax. In terminals, Mee would find corners perfect for French horn practice. “I would bring a practice mute with me, and some people would notice, but generally people would go about their business,” said Mee, 25, who now lives in a Richmond float home on the Middle Arm. “Some people came and requested a song, or would smile and wave or stop and listen—but I didn’t make any money from it.” Instead of being flipped a toonie, Mee earned something much greater for his talents. In 2012 he landed a position with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, for which he plays the fourth horn. The music institution kicks off its fall season Sept. 27 and 29 with VSO music director Bramwell Tovey conducting the New York Philharmonic’s pianist Inon Barnatan playing Brahm’s “Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor.” Mee grew up in Pickering, Ont., where music came to him early. At age five he started singing in a choir and taking piano lessons. He tried other instruments as a youngster—the horn proving the most fun. “At that time in your life, whatever is fun is what you want to do. I had heard from people that the French horn is a challenging instrument, so I decided to try something that was
challenging. It was just fun for me to play, that’s why I kept playing.” He took lessons from a Toronto Symphony Orchestra pro. Music was getting serious, and his resume grew. Experience came from Tanglewood Music Center—the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s academy for advanced musical study—Pacific Music Festival in Japan, the National Youth Orchestra of Canada, the National Academy Orchestra of Canada and the Banff Centre. He earned a degree from the New England Conservatory in Boston before graduating with his master’s at Yale in 2012. That September he joined the VSO. Getting the call was not only exciting, it was a relief. “It’s just really exciting to know that I was going to play in an orches-
Richmond resident Andrew Mee plays French horn with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, which kicks off its fall season this weekend.
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arts + culture edition Horn player provides the low notes From Page 17 The French horn is a brass instrument with a coiled tube and large bell on its end, capable of producing powerful sounds. As fourth horn, Mee generally plays the lowest notes, supporting the other players to ensure they sound as great as possible under the baton of Bramwell Tovey. The fall season offers plenty of pieces Mee is looking forward too—including this Saturday’s opener that features Richard Strauss’s famous—and brass-friendly—“Also Sprach Zarathustra,� an epic tone poem presented as a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the composer’s birth. In October, principal cello Ariel Barnes makes his VSO concerto debut performing Elgar’s Cello Concerto. Later that month, Beatles tribute band Classical Mystery Tour joins the VSO to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the original British band’s 1964 performance in Vancouver. Also in this season’s fall lineup is an appearance by Cirque Musica, a special presentation of the 1922 silent film Nosferatu—with music performed by the orchestra, and a special presentation of Britten’s heart-wrenching “War Requiem� to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War. One concert this fall will be particularly special for Mee. On Oct. 17, 18 and 20, the VSO will present “Brahms and Chopin: Classical Romantics,� led by 27-year-old conductor Joshua Weilerstein, assistant conductor of the New York Philharmonic. Weilerstein was also Mee’s college roommate. “It’s really exciting to have someone that I lived with, hung out with and played video games with, come conduct the orchestra,� said Mee. “That I’m really looking forward to.�
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‘It came down to what made me happy’ “If I’m not acting, I’m dancing. I always have the need to do one or the other.” — Manny Jacinto
with... 20 Questions With - Manny Jacinto: Richmond actor talks about Saved by the Bell, Little Ongpin Restaurant and playing bad guys by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter
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anny Jacinto is an up-and-coming actor who found his way to TV by, well, dancing around civil engineering.
The 27-year-old Richmond resident holds a civil engineering degree from the University of B.C. But instead of building roads, he’s building bridges to the big screen. Jacinto was born in the Philippines, and graduated from Vancouver College. At age 19, TV dance shows inspired him to take hip hop classes. He found a mentor in a teacher Stewart Iguidez and joined Fresh Groove Productions in Richmond. It was experiencing the thrill of live performance that prompted him to seek training as an actor. He joined Actor’s Foundry in Vancouver, where teacher Jeb Beach inspired Jacinto to step up his training—this while he was completing his UBC degree. His first break came when he was offered a role on an episode of Once Upon a Time, which aired last year. The brief part had him act alongside Eion Bailey, who plays August W. Booth. He’s also earned TV credits with shows such as Supernatural, The 100, Rogue, and Untold Stories of the E.R. He’s also been offered a part on the FOX series Wayward Pines. His most recent work premiered on Lifetime this month: the TV movie The Unauthorized
Richmond actor Manny Jacinto can be seen in the new TV movie The Unauthorized Saved By the Bell Story.
Saved By the Bell Story. He plays a supporting character in the film, which looks at the inside story of the original Saturday morning TV series, which ran from 1989 to 1993. The movie delves into the lives of the young actors under the Hollywood spotlight. 1. Why civil engineering? “Well when I was really young I wanted to either be a baseball player, super hero or civil engineer. I stopped playing baseball before high school, but I’m
still working on the super hero thing.” 2. How did acting win over engineering? “It came down to what made me happy and what I was passionate about, performing fulfills both.” 3. What was it about your experience with Fresh Groove that propelled you into acting? “My first live show with the studio initiated my love for performing.” 4. How often do you get a chance to dance these days?
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since Dustin Diamond is an executive producer, there is some truth to the film. How much and which events are questions only the (original) cast and crew can answer.” 8. Who is your character Eric? “He’s an extra on the lot that becomes close friends with Dustin, aka Screech. He’s the bad influence that introduces him to some unwholesome substances.” 9. A TV series you’d love to appear on? “The Newsroom.” 10. Best reality TV show? “The Amazing Race.” 11. Your exercise routine? “Dance, lifting weights and yoga pretty much comprises my weekly exercise routine.” 12. A favourite local restaurant? “The Filipino restaurant Little Ongpin is a family favourite.” 13. Favourite movie genre? “Comedy.” 14. What TV shows were you a fan of growing up? “Power Rangers, Recess, Saved by the Bell, Fresh Prince of Bel Air, The Simpsons.” 15. Who do you enjoy playing most? “The bad guy is always fun to play but I swear I’m a good guy in real life. I think.” 16. An A-list actor you’d pay to act alongside? “Mr. Robert De Niro.” 17. Generally, how do you prepare for a role? “A lot of homework. This can include script analysis, creating back story, voice work, focus exercises, knowing my lines to the point where I start saying them in my sleep and then throwing it all out the window.” 18. Meal you’d cook to impress a date? “Pasta. It’s pretty hard to screw up making pasta.” 19. A memorable holiday? “One word: KUMSHEEN (a white water rafting resort in Lytton, B.C.).” 20. Acting is a tough business. What drives you? “Passion, curiosity, and I’m a little crazy.”
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falls arts calendar City as Site: Public Art in Richmond, at Richmond Art Gallery until Oct. 26. First exhibition to highlight the city’s public art program. Art + Tea + Talk on Sept. 24 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Richmond Art Gallery. Discuss art with gallery staff over tea and baked treats. Everyone is welcome to ponder the current exhibition and join in the group discussion. Free.
Illeratty at Steveston Folk Guild, Oct. 16, Britannia Shipyards. Original and innovative tunes that draw inspiration from world music, folk and jazz. Tickets, $8, at door. Info at stevestonfolk.net. Kenny Rogers at River Rock Show Theatre Oct. 17. Legendary country music icon to sing some of his 60-plus hit singles. Tickets, starting at $79.50, at Ticketmaster.
Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone at River Rock Show Theatre Sept. 26. Singer-songwriter Noone has been entertaining audiences nearly all his life. Tickets, starting at $34.50, at Ticketmaster.
Turetsky Choir and Soprano 10 at River Rock Show Theatre Oct. 22. A music team hailing from Russia under the direction of Maestro Turetsky. Tickets, starting at $65.75, at ticketmaster.ca.
Burton Cummings at River Rock Show Theatre Sept. 27. Whether as lead signer and songwriter with The Guess Who or on his own, Cummings has amassed more hit records than just about any other Canadian performer in history. Tickets, starting at $79.50, at Ticketmaster.
Margaret Cho at River Rock Show Theatre Nov. 1. Comedian who has been performing stand-up since the age of 18 when she snuck into a comedy club above her parents’ bookstore in San Francisco. Tickets, starting at $49.50, at ticketmaster.ca.
Rosanne Lui at River Rock Show Theatre Sept. 29. Lui to deliver energetic Cantopop concert. Tickets, $68 to $168, at Ticketmaster. Conversations With My Mother at Gateway Theatre, MainStage, Oct. 9 to 25. A comedy by Stacey Kaser and Alison Kelly. After keeling over in her garden, family matriarch Hyacinth still roams the earth, despite the fact that she is very much dead. And while Hyacinth tries to give up her ghost, her grown daughters struggle with their own midlife crises. Tickets at gatewaytheatre.com or 604-270-1812. Boz Scaggs at River Rock Show Theatre Oct. 10. Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and guitarist and his band will perform the best-known songs of his career. Tickets, starting at $69.50, at Ticketmaster. Ping An at River Rock Show Theatre Oct 14. As seen on TV show The Voice of China, An’s fans have called him “the most beautiful male voice over Shanghai’s night.” Tickets, starting at $58, at Ticketmaster.
Wayne Brady at River Rock Show Theatre Nov. 7. Versatile performer who sings, dances, acts and improvises comedy. Tickets, starting at $59.50, at ticketmaster.ca. Tony Bennett at River Rock Show Theatre Nov. 8. With over 50 million records sold worldwide, Bennett has earned 15 Grammy Awards including the Lifetime Achievement Award. Tickets, starting at $129.50, at ticketmaster.ca. Richmond Music Festival Nov. 10 to 29, at venues to be announced. A competitive venue for young music students in piano, voice, strings, guitar and woodwinds. Professional adjudicators will give students feedback before the best return for a gala concert. How To Disappear Completely at Gateway Theatre, Studio B, Nov. 13 to 22. In association with the Chop Theatre, the play is about a gregarious raconteur who returns to Israel after his mother is diagnosed with terminal cancer, is described as part documentary, part memorial and all heart. Tickets at gatewaytheatre.com or 604-270-1812.
The Westwynds return to Steveston Folk Guild for their annual Christmas show.
Bob Newhart at River Rock Show Theatre Nov. 15. Comedian whose career has spanned two successful television shows and fourteen feature films. Tickets, starting at $59.50, at ticketmaster.ca.
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Richmond Orchestra and Chorus presents From Russia With Love at Richmond Pentecostal Church, Nov. 22. Features 17-year-old cellist Tate Zawadiuk performing one of the most challenging concertos in the cello repertoire. Tickets at roca.ca.
REFORMED CHURCH (RCA) Fujian Evangelical Church welcomes you to Sunday Worship Services
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Crazy For You at Gateway Theatre, MainStage, Dec. 4 to 31. Modern-era Gershwin musical written by Ken Ludwig and first produced on Broadway in 1992, the story is about a bachelor whose mother forces him to foreclose on a theatre, prompting him to put on a play to pay the mortgage. Tickets at gatewaytheatre.com or 604-2701812.
Interweavings, an art exhibition at Richmond Art Gallery, Nov. 15 to Jan. 11, 2015. Multiple artists highlight the significance of mentoring relationships in First Nations culture and explores how tradition informs artists’ works in contemporary and traditional contexts.
Community Worship
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA
Richmond Singers present a Christmas concert on Nov. 29 and 30. Venue to be announced. Ticket information at enquiries@ richmondsingers.ca.
English Services: 9:00 & 10:45 a.m. Mandarin Service: 9:00 a.m. Minnanese Service: 10:45 a.m.
12200 Blundell Road, Richmond, B.C., V6W 1B3 Phone 604-273-2757 • www.fujianevangelical.org
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH CHRIST-CENTERED CHRISTIAN CHURCH www.cccc-richmondbc.com COME AND JOIN US IN OUR CELEBRATION OF REDEMPTION! Worship Service 12:20 p.m. Sunday School 2:00 p.m. 8151 Bennett Road, Richmond tel: 604-271-6491
CATHOLIC Eastern Catholic Church
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Sunday Service: 11:00 am Ŋ➊䛛➎ČࣦĀ좹⿽ Храм Успення Пресвятої Богородиці: Божественна Літургія: 9:00am
Se habla español; Bine ați venit, Просимо Ласкаво 8700 Railway Ave. (just north Francis) www.easternchurch.wordpress.com 䶿໗ Tel: 604 447 1731
Westwynds at Steveston Folk Guild, Dec. 17, Britannia Shipyards. Group presents annual Christmas show, featuring singalong songs and newer spirituals. Tickets, $8, at door. Info at stevestonfolk.net.
UNITED
STEVESTON UNITED CHURCH 3720 Broadway Street (at 2nd Ave.) Please join us at 10am Sunday, September 28, 2014 for Worship Service and Sunday School 604-277-0508 • www.stevestonunitedchurch.ca A caring and friendly village church
Richmond United Church 8711 Cambie Rd. (near Garden City Rd.) 604-278-5622 Come for 10am Sunday Worship and Children’s Sunday School and after-service coffee and fellowship.
Rev. Dr. Warren McKinnon Founded 1888. Richmond’s Oldest Church
GILMORE PARK UNITED CHURCH 8060 No. 1 Road (corner of No. 1 & Blundell) 604.277.5377 www.gilmoreparkunited.ca Rev. Maggie Watts-Hammond, Min. of Word, Sacrament & Pastoral Care Rev. Kimiko Karpoff – Min. of Christian Development & Outreach
Worship and Children’s Program Sundays 10:30 am For more information, please check our website or call the office Everyone is welcome!
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57 TRAVEL.............................................61-76 CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587 REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 RENTALS ......................................703-757 AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862 MARINE .......................................903-920
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SCHELL, Marcia Palmer (Madill) July 21, 1937 - Sept. 13, 2014 Born in Longueuil Quebec, Marcia passed away peacefully in White Rock BC surrounded by family, after a short but intense battle with cancer. Marcia is survived by her husband Erwin Schell, daughters Daryl Madill (Steve Globerman), and Barb (Brad) Kilburn, sons Bob (Wendy) Madill and Jamie (Jackie) Madill, and her stepdaughter, Natalie Kroeker. As well, she leaves behind her beloved grandchildren Kyle (Maria) Kilburn, Kelsey (Ian) Jordan, Evan and Martine Madill, Bailey and Harry Madill and Caitlyn Morris, Conor and Tyler Madill, and Seth and Ryder Kroeker. Marcia possessed a bright and witty spirit, and always had a positive outlook on life. She had many and varied talents, interests and achievements throughout her life. Among them were curling, her store High as a Kite in Gastown, crafting, and travelling. A Remembrance Celebration will take place Friday. Oct 3rd at 3pm at the John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse, 7727 River Road in Richmond. Marcia’s wish was that this be a happy event, and if desired please wear her favourite colour teal. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The BC Transplant Society, the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
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AUTOMOTIVE
.Commercial Transport Mechanic, West Coast Reduction Ltd., rpretorius@wcrl.com
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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(Surrey Terminal)
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM.
Totem Global is hiring an assistant manager for food and wood industry business development. We offer competitive wages and benefits package for this full-time position. The Candidate should have a Canadian university degree, and be fluent in English and Chinese (read, write & speak Cantonese & Mandarin).
Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers.
Plse forward curriculum vitae to
• Minimum investment as low as $6,050 required • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com
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EXPERIENCED GRAPPLE Yarder Operator Full time 10 mths/yr. Competitive rates Email or fax resume goatgroup@shawcable.com 604-485-6380
.Maintenance Superindentants, West Coast Reduction Ltd., rpretorius@wcrl.com
EXP’D UPHOLSTERER
. INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN, West Coast Reduction Ltd. rpretorius@wcrl.com
“Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Environmental Responsibility”
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.
Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
MACHINE OPERATORS Do You Want To Make Some Tortillas & Chips? Savoury Foods, located in Delta is looking for Machine Operators. We have full time positions available. Shift work is required, including weekends. We offer a minimum of $14-$15/hour & good benefits. If interested, e-mail your resume: Maureen.garland@ westonbakeries.com Or fax: 604-946-5793 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
.JOURNEYMAN MILLWRIGHTS West Coast Reduction Ltd., rpretorius@wcrl.com
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EDUCATION
Delivery areas available:
Terra Nova Brighouse School Steveston/No. 2 Rd.
SOAR is Pacific Coastal Airline’s in-flight magazine. This attractive business & tourism publication is published bi-monthly (6 times/year). Great impact for your BC Business. More than 280,000 passengers fly Pacific Coastal Airlines. Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email fish@blackpress.ca
6O4.247.371O .Medical Transcription - work from home, 1-800-466-1535,
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
.CLASS 1 DRIVER, West Coast Reduction Ltd., rpretorius@wcrl.com
CLASS 5 DRIVERS WANTED F/T & P/T - car delivery throughout L.Mainland. Retired & students welcome! Email resume: driversvancouver@outlook.com
info@ canscribe.com, www.canscribe.com
HELP WANTED
ADULT CARRIER PACKAGES AVAILABLE Door-Door Delivery Wednesday & Friday
INFORMATION
LOST: COCKATIEL “Stormy” much loved, grey & white on Saturday, September 13th at 5pm. REWARD! Please call 604-304-9849.
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required for high end custom upholstery shop. Position is F/T with benefits. We are looking for a team player who appreciates quality. Apply in person or send resumes to: Unit 10 - 13331 Vulcan Way, Richmond, V6V 1K4 or email, terry@windowworks.ca
DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
LOST AND FOUND
HELP WANTED
PCL Energy - Now Hiring Journeyperson: Millwrights ($40+/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWN WORK on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits. Call 780-4688026 and send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com
ltan@totemglobal.com
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ANNUAL STARTING REVENUE $24,000 - $120,000
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SMITH, Anne (Fast) Jan 25,1933-Sep 6,2014 With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved wife and mother at the age of 81. She leaves behind her husband Brian, her 2 children and 4 grandchildren. No service as requested.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
We would like to thank all those who apply. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889
A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity
EXPERIENCE is an asset We offer FREE recruitment services for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or call toll-free: 1-855-286-0306.
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HELP WANTED
An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
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email: admin@richmondreview.com PERSONAL SERVICES 182
PERSONAL SERVICES
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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LEGAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281
GARDENING
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341 283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
TRANSPORTATION
REAL ESTATE 627
HOMES WANTED
810
AUTO FINANCING
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
LANDSCAPING
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ELECTRICAL
www.affordablemoversbc.com
DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322
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GARDENING
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
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PETS
OF PET THE WEEK
TO ADOPT CALL 604-277-3100
SPCA Thriftmart 5400 MINORU BLVD • 604.276.2477
Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca
604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
#1 AAA Rubbish Removal
329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com
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Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service FREE ESTIMATES
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PAINT SPECIAL
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 GOLDEN RETRIEVER (with eye & hip cert.) and silver pug available for stud service for pick puppy back (ethical people only need respond) 604-820-4827
BUILDING SUPPLIES
STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal Buildings 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Joe 604-250-5481
3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
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PROUD TO SUPPORT THE LOCAL SPCA
BLUE GOTTI PIT BULLS: 6/wks old 1 male & 1 female -litter of 7 - 2 left. $500. Call (604)701-2920
STEEL BUILDINGS...GIFT-CARD GIVE-AWAY!” 20x22 $4,358. 25x24 $4,895. 30x30 $6,446. 32x32 $7,599. 40x46 $12,662. 47x72 $18,498. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
REAL ESTATE 626
HOUSES FOR SALE
RARELY available large corner lot in most desirable Broadmoor area. Nice family home in quiet cul de sac with 4 bedroom, 3 bathrooms and large rec room. Great property to live in, rent out or build a new 4,000+ sqft home. Walking distance to Errington Elementary, Steveston - London Secondary, Broadmoor Shopping Centre & transportation. $1,398,000 Call Tina Gonzalez, Sutton Group - Seafair Realty 778837-1144 or visit www.calltina.ca for more information
MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
5431 NO. 3 RD 604.276.2254 & 10151 NO. 3 RD Richlea Square 604.241.7586
AMERICAN BULLDOG PUPS Born August 14th, 2 M, 3 F $1500. (604)230-1999 Maple Ridge
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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
Jojo is an adorable guinea pig with the coolest hair! Besides playing and exploring by himself, he’s also friendly and loves to cuddle with you. Come meet this cutie soon!
HOMES FOR RENT
The Scrapper
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MIRACLE MOVING
“JOJO” NEEDS A GOOD HOME WITH YOU!
“JOJO, ID# 343367, GUINEA PIG, MALE, 1 YEAR, 4 WEEKS”
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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
JAPANESE PRO GARDENER Lawns, Power Raking, Hedges & Trees. Free Estimates 604-839-8856
APARTMENT/CONDO
2 BED + DEN, 1120 sqf. n/s n/p, long term, 8700 Ackroyd, $1500, very clean, Walk to Skytrain, Lansdawn Mall etc. available October 1st, 604-214-0227
WANTED: 2 Female Chihuahuas For good home. Call 604-615-7407.
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
MOVING & STORAGE
AFFORDABLE MOVING
706
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS 320
RENTALS
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
GREENWORX Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls. Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Concrete cutting, Jack hammering, old swimming pools filled in & decks. 604-782-4322
CONCRETE & PLACING
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REVIEW
PETS
PRESSURE WASHING
Power Washing, Gutters, Windows, Maintenance, Res/Comm. Lic/Ins’d. Free Est. Call Dean 604-839-8856
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MIN. EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM Reasonable Rates 604-270-6338
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PLUMBING
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PLUMBING
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SUITES, LOWER
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Debtor: Michael David Tigges Debt Amount: $3527 Vehicle Info: 2005 Chevrolet Aveo VIN:KL1TG62655B353608 Last Sale Date: June 8th, 2013 Debtor: West Coast Motors Limited DBA West Coast Ford Lincoln Debt Amount: $4410 Vehicle Info: 2001 Ford F150 VIN:2FTRX18W11CA79982 Last Sale Date: June 8th, 2013
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South Arm United Church’s Country Fair
Russ Anguish of The Fogs band sings for the crowd.
Sophia Ahmed shows off her prize after winning a round of the cake walk.
Katie Lawrence photos Devon Downie and Sara Dickson perform a Highland dance Saturday.
South Arm Country Fair a hit Saturday, celebrating the event’s 55th anniversary.
Around Town Katie Lawrence
D
ressed in cowboy hats, plaid shirts, and bandanas, South Arm United Church staff and volunteers put together another successful Country Fair for visitors last
The church held its first country fair in 1959, and over the years, it grew into a family-friendly event traditionally attended every fall. “I remember coming here when I was a kid; now I bring my own children,” said Sue Burford, volunteer coordinator for the fair. “It’s just something people put on their calendar to attend year after year.” The western-themed event included hay rides, homemade food, kids’ carnival games, and a large garage sale with every item imaginable. There was also a cake
Happy hay riders start off on a tour around the church grounds.
walk, giving away 150 cakes, a strawberry tea room, and a stage donated by the city, which housed acts such as Highland dancing, a folk band, and a choir. Burford reinforced that the fair is a major event for the Richmond area because of its appeal and accessibility to all families. “If you can satisfy the community with good country fun in an affordable way, then you’re making a lot of people very happy.” Katie Lawrence covers the social scene for The Richmond Review. kt.lawrence10@gmail.com Twitter.com/BlueJayGal
Jean-Ann Stene and Hans Ngo, and the art of pop toss.
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Cooks Ray Duford and Lauri Kerr take a quick break from flipping some burgers.
Abigail Brown gets a flower crown painted on her face by Shelby Johnson.
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FRANCIS RD @ GILBERT #120 - 7020 Francis Rd. Richmond, BC V6Y 1A2
(604) 204-0707
Happy togetherr
COPPERSMITH PLAZA (across from Canadian Tire) 11380 Steveston Hwy, Richmond
LOOK FOR OUR FLYER IN TODAY’S PAPER!
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WE’RE HAVING OUR
FREE SAMPL ES
LOTS OF SPECIALS!
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27 2 7 TH
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Jumbo Olives
Feta Cheese
Quinoa Organic Whole Grain
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Pure Spanish
Olive Oil
Saffron
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Pigeon Peas Canned
99¢
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Tortillas 99/50pk
Fresco
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$ 99/100g Basmati Rice
National
Spice Mixes
79¢
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Mango Juice
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A Message from Mayor Malcolm Brodie On behalf of the City Council and residents of Richmond, I would like to extend sincere greetings to all those taking part in the fifth annual Culture Days weekend, September 26, 27 and 28, 2014. Arts and culture are integral to a vibrant Richmond and we are very proud and excited to be leaders in the national Culture Days weekend that will see an estimated 850 communities offer 7,000 free cultural experiences across Canada this year. In 2013, Richmond was ranked as the No.1 Regional or Belt City in Canada based on the total number of registered Culture Days activities (and in the Top Three cities overall, after Winnipeg and Toronto.) Richmond was also honoured with the inaugural national Culture Days award for Marketing. Culture Days provides an opportunity to publicly showcase the enormous talent and creativity that exists in our own backyards. I encourage everyone to express their love of culture by participating. Get out and explore our heritage sites, learn a new dance move, sing along with a choir, compose a story, meet local artists and roll up your sleeves to unleash your own talents.
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COME AND PLAY WITH US
OPEN MIC FOR CREATIVE WRITERS
Come and play with musical instruments and meet instructors from the Richmond Music School. “Bang, Saw and Toot” the instruments to find the one that you would love to learn to play.
Richmond Writes Out Loud! holds monthly open mic events for creative writers in Richmond. You are welcome to bring poems, short stories and excerpts to share or simply listen to spoken word and storytelling performances.
Sun, Sept 28 1:30–4pm Richmond Music School richmondmusicschool.ca Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
LAUGH WITH THE PLATINUM PLAYERS
On September 26, 27 and 28, 2014, you are invited to explore new and surprising ways to express your love and share the passions of many talented artists, designers, crafters, writers and other creative people in Richmond. And it’s all free!
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Watch the Platinum Players as they rehearse for the fall season. You are invited to listen or take part in reading new plays with them. Sun, Sept 28 2–3:30pm Minoru Seniors Society Platinum Players Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2
Sun, Sept 28 2–4pm Richmond Writes Out Loud! richmondwrites.tumblr.com Richmond Cultural Centre Rooftop Garden, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
WORD OF MOUTH: LOCAL WRITERS READ III Author and dog expert Stanley Coren will discuss The Key to Understanding Dogs. Get a peek into what’s known about the inner lives and mental processes of our canine companions. Sun, Sept 28 11am–12:30pm Richmond Public Library yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Browse these pages and make a plan to attend your favourite activities. Be sure to pre-register where specified as some have limited space.
WORD OF MOUTH: LOCAL WRITERS READ IV Join authors Daniel Kalla, A.K. White, and spoken word performer Angelica Poversky as they read from new works and engage with the audience. Sun, Sept 28 1–2:30pm
Visit culturedays.ca for more detailed information about the activities listed here, as well as to discover activities throughout the Lower Mainland.
Richmond Public Library yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
LITERARY
BULLY PROOF WORKSHOP (AGES 5–12) Through age-appropriate techniques, see how martial arts can help empower your children with the self-esteem and confidence they need to better deal with, recognize, and avoid bullying situations. Fri, Sept 26 4:30–5:15pm Sat, Sept 27 12–12:45pm Sun, Sept 28 12:30–1:15pm Richmond Martial Arts richmondkicks.com 120–11331 CopperSmith Way | map y
ABACUS MATH DEMO (AGES 4–13) UCMAS is a child development program that boosts brainpower in children. Along with strengthening math skills, the UCMAS approach promotes whole brain development and establishes foundational building blocks like memory, concentration, creativity and problem solving.
Sat, Sept 27 11am–1pm City of Richmond Parks and Recreation Services Terra Nova Rural Park, River Rd. entrance | map 9
Meet satirist and Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour winner, Mark Leiren-Young. Hear samples of his work, learn about his career and discover the range of free public programs offered during his residency. A short reception with light refreshments is included.
Linda Samis, author of Brass Ovaries: Grow a Pair!, will read from her new book about motivation, achievement and success. Samis is convinced that when you have fully grasped that your choices are yours, as are the consequences ... you’ll have earned your “Brass Ovaries.” Sat, Sept 27 11am–12:30pm Richmond Public Library yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
WORD OF MOUTH: LOCAL WRITERS READ II Join authors Evelyn Lazare, Patrick Hill, Al Cool and Ashok Bhargava as they read from their new books. From mystery novels to sailing adventures to contemporary fiction and poetry, there’s something here to for everyone. Sat, Sept 27 1–2:30pm Richmond Public Library yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
SIX-WORD MICRO-MEMOIRS: A COMMUNITY MOSAIC You are invited to join local artist Care Dyck to write your own six-word memoir which will be etched into a “stained glass” mosaic to be displayed in October at the Richmond Public Library. All ages welcome. Sat, Sept 27 1–4pm Care Dyck mewzings.com Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1 2
Outside the Box Learning Commons outside-the-box.buzz 100–6111 London Rd. | map i
Built inside Terra Nova Rural Park, this new and unique play experience features a zip line, swings, an enormous spiralling slide and much more.
WRITER-IN-RESIDENCE LAUNCH: MEET MARK LEIREN-YOUNG
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Provincial Partners
Fri, Sept 26 4–7pm Sat, Sept 27 1–4pm Sun, Sept 28 11am–2pm
TERRA NOVA PLAY ENVIRONMENT OPENING
Richmond Arts Centre, Richmond Public Library, Minoru Place Activity Centre Richmond Cultural Centre Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
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Use Lego, cardboard and more to design and create robotics, moving art pieces and inventions. No experience required.
UCMAS Richmond 213 – 11020 No. 5 Rd. | map s
THIRD ANNUAL PIE BAKING COMPETITION
PODPLAY: NOTES FROM A BUILDING
Cheer on competitors from Richmond hotels, restaurants, bakeries, caterers and ice cream shops as they compete to take home the coveted pie plate trophies. Enjoy a slice of pie and a cup of coffee from Steveston Coffee Company after the judging for just a loonie. Sat, Sept 27 12–2pm
This self-guided audio tour will take you through the Cultural Centre, Brighouse Library, Richmond Art Gallery, Richmond Museum and Richmond Arts Centre. MP3 players available at front desk.
Tourism Richmond tourismrichmond.ca Steveston Museum & Visitors Centre, 3811 Moncton St. | map b
Fri, Sept 26 9am–9:30pm Sat, Sept 27 10am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–5pm
WHAT’S THE BUZZ? (AGES 5 & UP) Bring your hand lens, magnifying glass or binoculars to get a glimpse of the winged creatures that call our island home.
Fri, Sept 26 7–9pm
Malcolm D. Brodie Mayor
MAD INVENTOR CHALLENGE
Sat, Sept 27 10am–3pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–1pm
Whether you are attending one or more of the special activities listed on these pages, or are one of the individuals generously sharing their talents and passions, you are part of a vital and important national movement to engage in the cultural life of your neighbourhood. In 2012, your Council adopted an updated Arts Strategy as part of our commitment to advance the arts. The City of Richmond works in partnership with many community organizations to deliver a wide range of cultural programs and services year-round, all of which contribute to the quality of life for Richmond residents. May this Culture Days weekend delight, fascinate and inspire another full year of creative and cultural discoveries for us all.
AND MORE!
MULTIMEDIA
Richmond Cultural Centre richmond.ca/artscentre 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
LULU SWEET: A GOLD RUSH TALE IN 8 ACTS Artists Deanne Achong and Faith Moosang have created an iPhone app walking tour that imagines the life of Gold Rush actor Lulu Sweet, for whom Lulu Island (Richmond) was named. This hotspot-activated tour animates scenes in various settings, from New York to British Columbia. Re-purposed iPhones available on site. Sat, Sept 27 11am–4pm Sun, Sept 28 11am–4pm Public Art Program richmond.ca/publicart Richmond Olympic Oval, 6951 River Rd. | map e
RYMP PRESENTS RICH CITY RADIO Members of the Richmond Youth Media Program will be producing a live radio broadcast from the Media Lab. Stop by to say “hi” and see youth DJs in action! Sat, Sept 27 12–4pm Richmond Youth Media Program richmond.ca/medialab Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Sun, Sept 28 10am–3pm City of Richmond Environmental Sustainability Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Dr. | map d
ART COFFEE SHOW Enjoy art on a coffee cup and learn how do make artful coffee latté. Sun, Sept 28 1–3pm Art & Coffee 2270-8888 Odlin Cr. | map h
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MUSICAL INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO FOR KIDS Give your children the opportunity to touch and try out various instruments, as well as observe or participate in an orchestra rehearsal. This is a fun, hands-on and educational experience.
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HAPPY CHORUS
MUSICAL SHOWCASE
The Happy Chorus sings popular Mandarin and English songs and does Chinese Square Dancing. Join in or just watch if you wish.
The Richmond Arts Centre’s music instructors will perform some of their favourite works and answer questions from the audience about private piano, guitar and voice lessons at the Richmond Arts Centre.
Sat, Sept 27 1:30–2:30pm Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map
Sat, Sept 27 9:30am–1:30pm Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra rdyo.ca Brighouse United Church, 8151 Bennett Rd. | map u
DANCE CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Gabriela, a finalist in the 2014, 2013, 2012 and 2011 Richmond Review’s “Best of Richmond” Readers’ Poll, will lead your child in a developmentally appropriate and fun dance class. Space is limited; pre-register at gabriela@movementstudio.ca. Note: Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Sat, Sept 27: 10–10:45am CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 2–3) 11:15am–12pm BALLET (Age 3) 12:30–1:15pm BALLET (Ages 4–5) 1:30–2:15pm CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 3–5) Gabriela’s Movement Studio movementstudio.ca 4217 Craigflower Dr. | map i
BACKSTAGE TOUR AT GATEWAY THEATRE Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Richmond’s only live professional theatre and Metro Vancouver’s second largest theatre company. Walk the backstage halls of Gateway Theatre and stand on the same stage where the Lower Mainland’s best artists perform.
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3 days. 80+ free, interactive arts & culture activities.
Sun, Sept 28 11am–12pm
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Richmond Arts Centre richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Cultural Centre Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
OPEN REHEARSAL WITH RICHMOND SINGERS
VISUAL
ZUMBA CLASS
LAPIDARY & SILVERSMITHING STUDIO TOUR
This is your opportunity to experience the joy of singing with a 55-voice community choir, or simply listen, if you prefer. During their break, chat with choir members and their director, Natasha Neufeld.
Take the “work” out of workout, mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves in an interval-style dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you’ll see why it’s often called exercise in disguise. Open to late teens and adults. Pre-register at purmovement.com/register.
The Richmond Gem and Mineral Society will open up their work to the public in the Lapidary Studio. Come interact with “rock hounds” and find out about the rich and unique world of rocks, gems and jewels. A fun experience for the entire family!
Sun, Sept 28 12–1pm
Fri, Sept 26 9am–3pm Sat, Sept 27 9am–3pm
Sat, Sept 27 1:30–3:30pm Richmond Singers richmondsingers.ca Broadmoor Baptist Church, 8140 Saunders Rd. | map t
PUR Movement purmovement.com #123–11180 Coppersmith Pl. | map p
ZUMBA FOR KIDS (AGES 7–12) With kid-friendly music only, this fitness-like program offers high-energy fun, creative dance steps and healthy exercises. Special needs participants with caregivers are also welcome.
Richmond Gem and Mineral Society Richmond Arts Centre Lapidary Studio (upstairs),7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
STUDIO OPEN HOUSE: BRECHIN MACLEAN PHOTOGRAPHY Wonder what is involved in bringing a treasured heirloom photograph back to life? Have a question about cameras, digital imaging or another aspect of photography? Brechin Maclean will have his studio door open to answer questions. Please drop by.
Sat, Sept 27 2–3pm Ming Yeung East Richmond Community Hall, 12360 Cambie Rd. | map a
Fri, Sept 26 9am–5pm Sat, Sept 27 9am–5pm
Sat, Sept 27 10 tours starting on the hour and half-hour: 10am–2:30pm
Brechin Maclean brechinmaclean.ca 200–3580 Moncton St. | map a
Gateway Theatre gatewaytheatre.com 6500 Gilbert Rd. | map 3
TAP DANCING CLASS A toe-tapping good time! This December, Crazy For You is stomping onto the Gateway MainStage and they want you to tap along with them. Join choreographer Dawn Ewen to learn a beginner tap routine and let out your inner Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. You’ve got rhythm. Yes, you do!
Fri, Sept 26 1–2pm
Dr. Art takes joy in sharing the following inspirational messages from students in the Emotional Art Gallery: we can turn our weaknesses into strengths, we can break through our limitations and actualize our potentials, and we can transform our pain to meaning in life.
Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2
Dr. Art School of Expressive Arts & Therapy seedrart.com #3-5911 Cooney Rd. | map 4
Gateway Theatre gatewaytheatre.com 6500 Gilbert Rd. | map 3
DANCING FEET DEFY GRAVITY
GRAND PRIX OF ART EXHIBITION
Defy Gravity Dance instructors will facilitate open classes in a variety of styles for young budding dancers. Pre-registration required: office@defygravitydance.ca.
Visit Britannia Shipyards Seine Net Loft to view the Grand Prix of Art exhibit. Works on display are the results of the open air competition on Sept. 20 when artists raced to a specific location in Steveston and finished a painting in three hours!
Sat, Sept 27: 10–11am (Ages 5–7) 11am–12pm (Ages 8+) Defy Gravity Dance Co. defygravitydance.ca 30–11151 Horseshoe Way | map d
PUR BARRE DANCE CLASS Tone and tighten your body in this class offering a fusion of classical ballet techniques and fitness. Define and refine your technique on (and off) the barre. Open to late teens and adults. Pre-register at purmovement.com/register.
CHINESE DANCE PERFORMANCE Enjoy Chinese dance performances choreographed by Elsa Wu. Sat, Sept 27 2–3:30pm Sun, Sept 28 2–3:30pm Elsa Wu Dance Group Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave. | map 5
Sat, Sept 27 10–11am PUR Movement purmovement.com #123-11180 Coppersmith Pl. | map p
CLASSICAL MUSICALS SING-ALONG Gateway Theatre will be alive with The Sound of Music and we are Crazy For You to sing along. Can’t get enough of the classic Gershwin, and Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals? Then this sing-along is for you. Sat, Sept 27 12–2pm Gateway Theatre gatewaytheatre.com Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. | map 3
PHILIPPINE DANCE WORKSHOP Learn about Philippine culture through the art of Folkloric dance with routines from Mindanao (Muslim influence) and Luzon (Spanish influence) regions. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Sat, Sept 27 12–7pm PhilCAS of BC philcas.ca Richmond Sports Club, 150-2251 No. 5 Rd | map g 6
RICHMOND COMMUNITY LEGION BAND Listen to a diverse but united adult community band whose mission is to perform free concerts for Richmond residents, and to provide a quality and challenging performing experience for local musicians of all ages. Sat, Sept 27 2:45–3:45pm Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site richmond.ca/britannia Seine Net Loft, 5180 Westwater Drive | map d
COME TO THE ORCHESTRA! Meet the members of the Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra. See, feel, and meet a few of the instruments that make up the Youth Symphony. Sun, Sept 28 10:30am–1pm Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra rdyo.ca Richmond Cultural Centre Boardroom, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
BELLY FUSION WORKSHOP Belly Fusion combines the graceful ancient arts of belly dancing with contemporary dance moves performed to upbeat songs for a fitness-like dance program. A hip scarf and split-sole dance shoes or sneakers are recommended. Sun, Sept 28 12–1pm Ming Yeung iiming.wix.com/bellyfusion-rosanna Richmond Cultural Centre Atrium, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
CHINESE FOLK DANCING Enjoy watching the Red Leaf Multicultural Arts Group perform Chinese folk dances and join in if you wish. Sun, Sept 28 12:30–3:30pm Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2
OPEN CHOIR REHEARSAL FOR THREE CHOIRS Join the voices of the Richmond Youth Honour Choirs: Prelude Choir (ages 5–7), Debut Choir (ages 8–12) and Chamber Choir (ages 13–19). Participants will get the opportunity to rehearse with the conductor and staff as well as meet some of the choir members. Sun, Sept 28 1:30–2pm, 2:15–3pm, 3:15–4pm Richmond Youth Honour Choir ryhc.org Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Calligraphy, which literally means “beautiful writing,” occupies a distinguished position in the field of traditional art in China. Come view the art created by the enthusiastic calligraphers att Minoru Place Activity Centre and discuss their heir work with them.
EMOTIONAL ARTS EXHIBITION
Fri, Sept 26 10am–4pm Sat, Sept 27 11am–3pm
Sat, Sept 27 10–11am, 11am–12pm, 2–3pm
CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY
Fri, Sept 26 10am–5pm Sat, Sept 27 10am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–5pm Grand Prix of Art grandprixofart.com Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive | map d
CITY AS SITE: PUBLIC ART IN RICHMOND The Richmond Art Gallery’s exhibition highlights the City’s Public Art Program. Featured works include those by Glen Andersen, Nicole Dextras, Janet Echelman, Jacqueline Metz, Nancy Chew and Carlyn Yandle. Fri, Sept 26 10am–6pm Sat, Sept 27 10am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–5pm
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF PYSANKY
CLAY WHEEL WORKSHOPS (AGES 13–17)
Discover the magic of pysanky Ukrainian decorated eggs with expert and best-selling author Joan Brander. Learn to make your own pysanka in Joan’s studio, tour her eggstensive gallery of decorated eggs, and eggs-plore her one of-a-kind library dedicated to this unique art form.
Experiment and explore working with clay on a wheel, applying basic techniques to achieve different outcomes. Four spaces for each class will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-up sheets will be outside the Pottery Studio on the day of the workshops.
Fri, Sept 26 2–4pm Sat, Sept 27 2–4pm Sun, Sept 28 2–4pm
Fri, Sept 26 5:30–6:15pm, 6:15–7pm, 7–7:45pm
Joan Brander babasbeeswax.com 3891 Springfield Dr. | map 6
CLAY PLAY WORKSHOPS (AGES 4–12) Join this fun opportunity to play with clay! Four 30-minute slots with 10 spaces each will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Sign-up forms will be outside the Pottery Studio on the day of the event. (Please note that children will not bring clay pieces home as this is a trial workshop only.) Fri, Sept 26 2:30–3pm, 3–3:30pm, 3:30–4pm, 4–4:30pm Richmond Arts Centre richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Arts Centre Pottery Studio (upstairs), 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
DESIGN YOUR OWN STREET BANNER Visit the Rooftop Garden and design a street banner to represent Richmond. Then, take your completed banner home or submit it to the Richmond Street Banner Contest. Deadline: Sun, Sept 28. Details at richmond.ca/banners.
Richmond Art Gallery richmondartgallery.org Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
WEAVING RICHMOND PLANTS COMMUNITY SCULPTURE PROJECT
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–6pm Richmond Arts Centre richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Arts Centre Rooftop Garden (upstairs), 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Richmond Arts Centre richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Arts Centre Pottery Studio (upstairs), 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
APHRODITE’S OPEN STUDIO-GALLERY In an informal and friendly atmosphere, meet a master artist in her working studio and view and discuss her sculptures, paintings and mixed media works. Aphrodite will also demonstrate in two and three dimensions using a range of mediums and materials. Fri, Sept 26 6–9pm Sat, Sept 27 11am–8:30pm Sun, Sept 28 11am–8:30pm Aphrodite’s Visual Arts Studio abfinearts.com 6720 Maple Rd. | map 8
PEBEO PAINTING DEMONSTRATION Phoenix Art Workshop staff members will demonstrate the Pebeo line of ceramic and glass paints, and fabric and textile paints, with cool projects to kickstart your creativity through the winter. There will be door prizes and gifts too. Fri, Sept 26 7–9pm Phoenix Art Workshop phoenixcoastalart.com Phoenix Studio, 12211 1st Ave. (3rd floor) | map g
Come weave a fish with the Richmond Weavers’ and Spinners’ Guild whose members are making a sculpture using invasive and cultivated plants grown in Richmond. Fish woven by people like you will be assembled into a large sculpture to be installed in the Richmond Cultural Centre in November.
ART FOR RHINOS Raise your awareness of rhino poaching by making a colourful bracelet for your handmade paper horn.
A simple “hello” can often break down walls and lead people to new experiences. You are invited to paint a greeting on a wooden panel to be displayed on the Britannia Shipyards site.
Fri, Sept 26 11am–4pm Sat, Sept 27 11am–4pm
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–6pm
Sat, Sept 27 10am–12:30pm
Ming Yeung Richmond Culture Centre Board Room, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Richmond Multicultural Community Services rmcs.ca Murakami House at Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive | map d
Richmond Weavers’ and Spinners’ Guild rwsg.ca Richmond Arts Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map
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VEGGIE PRINTING WORKSHOP (AGES 6–12) TAGOR presents a drop-in vegetable printing workshop for young artisans. Make a veggie stamp, print a design on fabric and turn your project into a small treasure bag. Workshop time: 20 minutes. Sat, Sept 27 10am–3pm Textile Arts Guild of Richmond textileartsguildrichmond.ca Richmond Arts Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
FIBRE ARTS: A CLASSY SHOWING TAGOR members present a gallery of work inspired by classes they have attended. From quilting and appliqué to felting and mixed media, you too, will discover the steps to the completed art works. Sat, Sept 27 10am–3pm Textile Arts Guild of Richmond textileartsguildrichmond.ca Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
RESIDENT ARTS GROUP SHOWCASE
THE ART OF FREE STYLE CHINESE PAINTING
FRASER RIVER RECOLLECTIONS
The Richmond Cultural Centre and Minoru Plaza will be brought to life by artists and artisans with big imaginations and deep roots in Richmond. Visit the Resident Art Groups of the Richmond Arts Centre and learn about pottery, painting, photography, fabric arts and lapidary arts.
The Free Style painting technique is based on simplicity and only minimal brushstrokes without a preliminary draft. Artist Ming Yeung will demonstrate her style of Chinese painting with her versatile brush skill on rice paper.
Join John Horton, 35-year Search and Lifeboat Commander and world renowned member of the Royal Marine Artists, for an engaging presentation through visual imagery and storytelling about the south arm of the Fraser River.
Sun, Sept 28 10:30–11:30am
Sun, Sept 28 2–3pm
Sat, Sept 27 11am–4pm Richmond Arts Centre www.richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1 Observe artist and educator Danny Chen painting night scenery in watercolour.
Sun, Sept 28 10:30am–4pm
Sat, Sept 27 12–1pm Danny Chen Art Studio chensgallery.com 13291 Steveston Hwy. | map w
EXTRA D’EXTRAS MAKEOVERS
Sat, Sept 27 10am–4pm
Sat, Sept 27 1–4pm
SEW A SHAPE Master the basic movements of sewing by hand by creating your own sewing card using foam shapes, a plastic needle and yarn. Sat, Sept 27 10am–4pm Richmond Museum richmond.ca/museum 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
COLOUR WILD! PAINTING WORKSHOPS Enjoy the wild beauty of colours! Learn about colour blending, adding splashes of brightness and creating free flowing forms by tilting, spraying water, dripping and splashing paint. Sat, Sept 27 11am–1:30pm (Children & Families) Sat, Sept 27 2–4pm (Adults 16+) The Arts Connection theartsconnection.org 5–12491 No. 2 Rd. | map f
Richmond Art Gallery richmondartgallery.org Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Richmond Arts Centre Lapidary Studio (upstairs), 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
MESSING AROUND WITH ART (AGES 5 & UP) Boys and girls are invited to come “mess around with art” with different art projects to make and take home. Create a clay dragon, paint a bug on a rock, bead a bracelet or make a mask. Sun, Sept 28 11am–5pm
HERITAGE LANGUAGE OF LEARNING EXHIBITION SELF-GUIDED TOUR A fun scavenger hunt activity worksheet guides your exploration of the evolution of education in Richmond. Displays include an 1980’s classroom, historic Mitchell School gymnasium, a BCIT aerospace engine and more. Fri, Sept 26 9am–9:30pm Sat, Sept 27 10am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–5pm Richmond Museum richmond.ca/museum Richmond Museum 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
GLEE CLUB
Community Arts Council of Richmond richmondartscouncil.org Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave. | map 5
“Sing, sing a song.” Add your voice to many well-known, memory-invoking melodies or just relax and enjoy some glee camaraderie. Fri, Sept 26 1:30–2:30pm
Join public art specialist, Dr. Cameron Cartiere and guest artist Andrea Sirois as they take participants on an engaging bus tour of some of Richmond’s newest artworks. Refreshments provided. Suitable for all ages. SORRY, THIS BUS TOUR IS FULL. Sat, Sept 27 1:15–3:30pm
Take advantage of this rare opportunity for a guided tour of the Richmond Museum’s Artefact Storage Unit by the Curator of Collections. Discover more than 15,000 artefacts that capture the unique stories of Richmond’s past and present. This is an exclusive Culture Days program available to the public only once a year. Pre-register at 604-276-4000 and quote course #770709.
INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO
Sun, Sept 28 11am–12pm
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–6pm
Richmond Art Gallery richmondartgallery.org bus pick-up/drop off at 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Richmond Museum richmond.ca/museum Location of facility revealed upon registration
VISIT THE WOOD CARVERS OF MINORU PLACE ACTIVITY CENTRE
HISTORICAL WALKING TOURS
The Minoru Place wood carvers create beautiful pieces for decorative and practical use. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced craftsperson, their workshop is worth a visit. Try your hand at carving or simply appreciate their works on display.
Members of the Richmond Artists Guild will have a display of their work and a model posing. Watch them painting and drawing or try your hand at it, too.
Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2
Explore the seedier side of Steveston’s past with “Murder, Mayhem and Morality” (11am–12pm and 2–3pm) or hear insider stories about the area’s three industries: fishing, farming and filmmaking with “Boardwalks, Bar Rooms and Boats” (12:30–1:30pm). Pre-register at 604-271-8280.
Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2 This is an opportunity to try playing a musical instrument that you have always been curious about. You can also listen to and meet the members of a brass quintet. Richmond Community Orchestra and Chorus roca.ca Richmond Cultural Centre Atrium, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
“JOURNEY TO THE EAST” DANCE SHOWCASE Elsa Wu, dancer and choreographer, will lead her team to showcase the art of Chinese folk dancing. This entertaining and educational performance will include dance styles representing some of the 56 minority groups in China.
FOLD A GRADUATION CAP
Sun, Sept 28 11am–12pm, 12:30–1:30pm, 2–3pm
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–6pm
Danny Chen will show you how to paint a beautiful landscape using Chinese Brush Painting techniques.
Create a paper graduation cap that includes a fancy yarn tassel. Then explore the Richmond Museum’s Language of Learning exhibition wearing your new creation! Sat, Sept 27 10am–4pm
Elsa Wu Dance Group Richmond Cultural Centre Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Sun, Sept 28 12–1pm
Steveston Museum and Visitor Centre richmond.ca/stevestonmuseum 3811 Moncton St. | map b
SCREWY SUNDAY
OPEN HOUSE: INSIGHT INTO A DANCE CLASS
Kick-off the restoration of the Interurban Tramcar #1220 with Screwy Sunday! Young and old alike are encouraged to help out by unscrewing non-vintage screws from the body of the 102-year-old tramcar.
Three studios of classes will be open for viewing in several disciplines including ballet, jazz and musical theatre.
CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING LANDSCAPE DEMO
Danny Chen Art Studio chensgallery.com 13291 Steveston Hwy. | map w
FAMILY SUNDAY Visit the Art Gallery for some hands-on art! Family Sunday is a free art program to explore art exhibitions through various activities, including tours, art projects, and more. Sun, Sept 28 1–4pm Richmond Art Gallery richmondartgallery.org Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
OPEN ART SCHOOL Visit the New Primary Colour Art School, view student works and learn about their educational art programs. Sun, Sept 28 1–5pm New Primary Colors Art School npc-arts.com 2365–8888 Odlin Cres. | map 7
CREATIVE DRAWING AND PAINTING STATION You are invited to this drop-in activity to get creative with brushes and pencils. An art exhibition of recent work by Cathy Kluthe and Wan Li will be on display as well. Sun, Sept 28 1:30–4:30pm Cathy Kluthe, Wan Li cathykluthe.com Richmond Cultural Centre Atrium, 7700 Minoru Gate map 1 4
Britannia Shipyards richmond.ca/britannia Chinese Bunkhouse at Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive | map d
TOUR OF RICHMOND MUSEUM’S ARTEFACT STORAGE UNIT
Sat, Sept 27 2:30–3:30pm
Richmond Artists Guild richmondartistsguild.com Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Creative Jewellers Guild of BC creativejewellersguild.com
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DID YOU KNOW IT’S PUBLIC ART? PUBLIC ART BUS TOUR
LIFE DRAWING
Sat, Sept 27 11am–3pm
JEWELLERY DESIGN & TECHNIQUES Meet artists as they discuss their jewellery designs and demonstrate their construction techniques.
Visit Jeanette Jarville at her Art Studio and Gallery showing new contemporary paintings on canvas and reverse paintings on glass. Jeanette Jarville jeanettejarville.com 13211 Steveston Hwy. | map q
Ming Yeung mingyeung.homestead.com Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
WATERCOLOUR PAINTING DEMO
As part of the Richmond Art Gallery’s City as Site exhibition, artist Nicole Dextras performs an interactive public art piece using natural materials to give participants a unique make-over with the natural beauty of flowers and leaves. Madame Nicole will beautify your life with her “Extra D’Extras Make Overs.” All ages welcome.
OPEN STUDIO: NEW PAINTINGS BY ARTIST JEANETTE JARVILLE
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Richmond Museum richmond.ca/museum Richmond Museum 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
UNDER THE RAFTERS: BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR Discover the usually hidden spaces that make up the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site. Gain access to the Ice House, learn about the incredible artefacts that make up the Cannery’s collections, and uncover the irony behind the Stinkeroo. Pre-register at 604-664-9261 or annika.penner@pc.gc.ca Fri, Sept 26 10–11am, 2–3pm Sat, Sept 27 10–11am, 2–3pm Sun, Sept 28 10–11am, 2–3pm Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site gulfofgeorgiacannery.com 12138 Fourth Ave. | map c
LONDON HERITAGE FARM Visit a fully restored 1890’s farmhouse with heritage and herb gardens, the restored Spragg family barn, vintage farming equipment, a small hand tool museum, chickens, bees, allotments and more. Sat, Sept 27 12–5pm Sun, Sept 28 12–5pm London Heritage Farm londonheritagefarm.ca 6511 Dyke Rd. | map h
Sun, Sept 28 12–2pm Steveston Interurban Tram Building richmond.ca/interurban1220 4011 Moncton St. | map e
PERFORMING PIANOS ON THE STREETS You are invited to play on three pianos located at the Richmond Arts Centre, Britannia Shipyards and the Richmond Olympic Oval. Expect to be serenaded by some of Richmond’s most talented pianists or record yourself playing and upload your video to win prizes. Fri, Sept 26 9am–5pm Sat, Sept 27 9am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 9am–5pm Piano Teachers’ Federation richmond.ca/publicart Richmond Arts Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Dr. | Richmond Olympic Oval, 6111 River Rd. | map 1de
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–9pm Defy Gravity Dance Co. defygravitydance.ca 30–11151 Horseshoe Way | map d
PHILIPPINE DANCE WORKSHOP With over 7000 islands in the Philippines, imagine the unique cultures within this one culture. Learn about Philippine culture through the art of Folkloric dance with routines from Mindanao (Muslim influence) and Luzon (Spanish influence) regions. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Fri, Sept 26 5:30–7:30pm PhilCAS of BC philcas.ca Richmond Caring Place, Room # 340/350, 140–7000 Minoru Blvd. | map f
PHILIPPINE MUSIC AND DANCE Experience easy-to-follow dances and music showcasing the diversity of the Philippines. Learn about intricate costume details, musical instruments and props to gain a deeper appreciation of this historic art form. Sat, Sept 27 9am–12pm MMHS Richmond 55+sers Group helpinghouse.ca Helping House, Classroom 1, 6910 No. 3 Rd. | map r 5
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VEGGIE PRINTING WORKSHOP (AGES 6–12) TAGOR presents a drop-in vegetable printing workshop for young artisans. Make a veggie stamp, print a design on fabric and turn your project into a small treasure bag. Workshop time: 20 minutes. Sat, Sept 27 10am–3pm Textile Arts Guild of Richmond textileartsguildrichmond.ca Richmond Arts Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
FIBRE ARTS: A CLASSY SHOWING TAGOR members present a gallery of work inspired by classes they have attended. From quilting and appliqué to felting and mixed media, you too, will discover the steps to the completed art works. Sat, Sept 27 10am–3pm Textile Arts Guild of Richmond textileartsguildrichmond.ca Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
RESIDENT ARTS GROUP SHOWCASE
THE ART OF FREE STYLE CHINESE PAINTING
FRASER RIVER RECOLLECTIONS
The Richmond Cultural Centre and Minoru Plaza will be brought to life by artists and artisans with big imaginations and deep roots in Richmond. Visit the Resident Art Groups of the Richmond Arts Centre and learn about pottery, painting, photography, fabric arts and lapidary arts.
The Free Style painting technique is based on simplicity and only minimal brushstrokes without a preliminary draft. Artist Ming Yeung will demonstrate her style of Chinese painting with her versatile brush skill on rice paper.
Join John Horton, 35-year Search and Lifeboat Commander and world renowned member of the Royal Marine Artists, for an engaging presentation through visual imagery and storytelling about the south arm of the Fraser River.
Sun, Sept 28 10:30–11:30am
Sun, Sept 28 2–3pm
Sat, Sept 27 11am–4pm Richmond Arts Centre www.richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1 Observe artist and educator Danny Chen painting night scenery in watercolour.
Sun, Sept 28 10:30am–4pm
Sat, Sept 27 12–1pm Danny Chen Art Studio chensgallery.com 13291 Steveston Hwy. | map w
EXTRA D’EXTRAS MAKEOVERS
Sat, Sept 27 10am–4pm
Sat, Sept 27 1–4pm
SEW A SHAPE Master the basic movements of sewing by hand by creating your own sewing card using foam shapes, a plastic needle and yarn. Sat, Sept 27 10am–4pm Richmond Museum richmond.ca/museum 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
COLOUR WILD! PAINTING WORKSHOPS Enjoy the wild beauty of colours! Learn about colour blending, adding splashes of brightness and creating free flowing forms by tilting, spraying water, dripping and splashing paint. Sat, Sept 27 11am–1:30pm (Children & Families) Sat, Sept 27 2–4pm (Adults 16+) The Arts Connection theartsconnection.org 5–12491 No. 2 Rd. | map f
Richmond Art Gallery richmondartgallery.org Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Richmond Arts Centre Lapidary Studio (upstairs), 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
MESSING AROUND WITH ART (AGES 5 & UP) Boys and girls are invited to come “mess around with art” with different art projects to make and take home. Create a clay dragon, paint a bug on a rock, bead a bracelet or make a mask. Sun, Sept 28 11am–5pm
HERITAGE LANGUAGE OF LEARNING EXHIBITION SELF-GUIDED TOUR A fun scavenger hunt activity worksheet guides your exploration of the evolution of education in Richmond. Displays include an 1980’s classroom, historic Mitchell School gymnasium, a BCIT aerospace engine and more. Fri, Sept 26 9am–9:30pm Sat, Sept 27 10am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–5pm Richmond Museum richmond.ca/museum Richmond Museum 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
GLEE CLUB
Community Arts Council of Richmond richmondartscouncil.org Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave. | map 5
“Sing, sing a song.” Add your voice to many well-known, memory-invoking melodies or just relax and enjoy some glee camaraderie. Fri, Sept 26 1:30–2:30pm
Join public art specialist, Dr. Cameron Cartiere and guest artist Andrea Sirois as they take participants on an engaging bus tour of some of Richmond’s newest artworks. Refreshments provided. Suitable for all ages. SORRY, THIS BUS TOUR IS FULL. Sat, Sept 27 1:15–3:30pm
Take advantage of this rare opportunity for a guided tour of the Richmond Museum’s Artefact Storage Unit by the Curator of Collections. Discover more than 15,000 artefacts that capture the unique stories of Richmond’s past and present. This is an exclusive Culture Days program available to the public only once a year. Pre-register at 604-276-4000 and quote course #770709.
INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO
Sun, Sept 28 11am–12pm
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–6pm
Richmond Art Gallery richmondartgallery.org bus pick-up/drop off at 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Richmond Museum richmond.ca/museum Location of facility revealed upon registration
VISIT THE WOOD CARVERS OF MINORU PLACE ACTIVITY CENTRE
HISTORICAL WALKING TOURS
The Minoru Place wood carvers create beautiful pieces for decorative and practical use. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced craftsperson, their workshop is worth a visit. Try your hand at carving or simply appreciate their works on display.
Members of the Richmond Artists Guild will have a display of their work and a model posing. Watch them painting and drawing or try your hand at it, too.
Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2
Explore the seedier side of Steveston’s past with “Murder, Mayhem and Morality” (11am–12pm and 2–3pm) or hear insider stories about the area’s three industries: fishing, farming and filmmaking with “Boardwalks, Bar Rooms and Boats” (12:30–1:30pm). Pre-register at 604-271-8280.
Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2 This is an opportunity to try playing a musical instrument that you have always been curious about. You can also listen to and meet the members of a brass quintet. Richmond Community Orchestra and Chorus roca.ca Richmond Cultural Centre Atrium, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
“JOURNEY TO THE EAST” DANCE SHOWCASE Elsa Wu, dancer and choreographer, will lead her team to showcase the art of Chinese folk dancing. This entertaining and educational performance will include dance styles representing some of the 56 minority groups in China.
FOLD A GRADUATION CAP
Sun, Sept 28 11am–12pm, 12:30–1:30pm, 2–3pm
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–6pm
Danny Chen will show you how to paint a beautiful landscape using Chinese Brush Painting techniques.
Create a paper graduation cap that includes a fancy yarn tassel. Then explore the Richmond Museum’s Language of Learning exhibition wearing your new creation! Sat, Sept 27 10am–4pm
Elsa Wu Dance Group Richmond Cultural Centre Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Sun, Sept 28 12–1pm
Steveston Museum and Visitor Centre richmond.ca/stevestonmuseum 3811 Moncton St. | map b
SCREWY SUNDAY
OPEN HOUSE: INSIGHT INTO A DANCE CLASS
Kick-off the restoration of the Interurban Tramcar #1220 with Screwy Sunday! Young and old alike are encouraged to help out by unscrewing non-vintage screws from the body of the 102-year-old tramcar.
Three studios of classes will be open for viewing in several disciplines including ballet, jazz and musical theatre.
CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING LANDSCAPE DEMO
Danny Chen Art Studio chensgallery.com 13291 Steveston Hwy. | map w
FAMILY SUNDAY Visit the Art Gallery for some hands-on art! Family Sunday is a free art program to explore art exhibitions through various activities, including tours, art projects, and more. Sun, Sept 28 1–4pm Richmond Art Gallery richmondartgallery.org Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
OPEN ART SCHOOL Visit the New Primary Colour Art School, view student works and learn about their educational art programs. Sun, Sept 28 1–5pm New Primary Colors Art School npc-arts.com 2365–8888 Odlin Cres. | map 7
CREATIVE DRAWING AND PAINTING STATION You are invited to this drop-in activity to get creative with brushes and pencils. An art exhibition of recent work by Cathy Kluthe and Wan Li will be on display as well. Sun, Sept 28 1:30–4:30pm Cathy Kluthe, Wan Li cathykluthe.com Richmond Cultural Centre Atrium, 7700 Minoru Gate map 1 4
Britannia Shipyards richmond.ca/britannia Chinese Bunkhouse at Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive | map d
TOUR OF RICHMOND MUSEUM’S ARTEFACT STORAGE UNIT
Sat, Sept 27 2:30–3:30pm
Richmond Artists Guild richmondartistsguild.com Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Creative Jewellers Guild of BC creativejewellersguild.com
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DID YOU KNOW IT’S PUBLIC ART? PUBLIC ART BUS TOUR
LIFE DRAWING
Sat, Sept 27 11am–3pm
JEWELLERY DESIGN & TECHNIQUES Meet artists as they discuss their jewellery designs and demonstrate their construction techniques.
Visit Jeanette Jarville at her Art Studio and Gallery showing new contemporary paintings on canvas and reverse paintings on glass. Jeanette Jarville jeanettejarville.com 13211 Steveston Hwy. | map q
Ming Yeung mingyeung.homestead.com Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
WATERCOLOUR PAINTING DEMO
As part of the Richmond Art Gallery’s City as Site exhibition, artist Nicole Dextras performs an interactive public art piece using natural materials to give participants a unique make-over with the natural beauty of flowers and leaves. Madame Nicole will beautify your life with her “Extra D’Extras Make Overs.” All ages welcome.
OPEN STUDIO: NEW PAINTINGS BY ARTIST JEANETTE JARVILLE
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Richmond Museum richmond.ca/museum Richmond Museum 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
UNDER THE RAFTERS: BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR Discover the usually hidden spaces that make up the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site. Gain access to the Ice House, learn about the incredible artefacts that make up the Cannery’s collections, and uncover the irony behind the Stinkeroo. Pre-register at 604-664-9261 or annika.penner@pc.gc.ca Fri, Sept 26 10–11am, 2–3pm Sat, Sept 27 10–11am, 2–3pm Sun, Sept 28 10–11am, 2–3pm Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site gulfofgeorgiacannery.com 12138 Fourth Ave. | map c
LONDON HERITAGE FARM Visit a fully restored 1890’s farmhouse with heritage and herb gardens, the restored Spragg family barn, vintage farming equipment, a small hand tool museum, chickens, bees, allotments and more. Sat, Sept 27 12–5pm Sun, Sept 28 12–5pm London Heritage Farm londonheritagefarm.ca 6511 Dyke Rd. | map h
Sun, Sept 28 12–2pm Steveston Interurban Tram Building richmond.ca/interurban1220 4011 Moncton St. | map e
PERFORMING PIANOS ON THE STREETS You are invited to play on three pianos located at the Richmond Arts Centre, Britannia Shipyards and the Richmond Olympic Oval. Expect to be serenaded by some of Richmond’s most talented pianists or record yourself playing and upload your video to win prizes. Fri, Sept 26 9am–5pm Sat, Sept 27 9am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 9am–5pm Piano Teachers’ Federation richmond.ca/publicart Richmond Arts Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Dr. | Richmond Olympic Oval, 6111 River Rd. | map 1de
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–9pm Defy Gravity Dance Co. defygravitydance.ca 30–11151 Horseshoe Way | map d
PHILIPPINE DANCE WORKSHOP With over 7000 islands in the Philippines, imagine the unique cultures within this one culture. Learn about Philippine culture through the art of Folkloric dance with routines from Mindanao (Muslim influence) and Luzon (Spanish influence) regions. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Fri, Sept 26 5:30–7:30pm PhilCAS of BC philcas.ca Richmond Caring Place, Room # 340/350, 140–7000 Minoru Blvd. | map f
PHILIPPINE MUSIC AND DANCE Experience easy-to-follow dances and music showcasing the diversity of the Philippines. Learn about intricate costume details, musical instruments and props to gain a deeper appreciation of this historic art form. Sat, Sept 27 9am–12pm MMHS Richmond 55+sers Group helpinghouse.ca Helping House, Classroom 1, 6910 No. 3 Rd. | map r 5
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MUSICAL INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO FOR KIDS Give your children the opportunity to touch and try out various instruments, as well as observe or participate in an orchestra rehearsal. This is a fun, hands-on and educational experience.
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
HAPPY CHORUS
MUSICAL SHOWCASE
The Happy Chorus sings popular Mandarin and English songs and does Chinese Square Dancing. Join in or just watch if you wish.
The Richmond Arts Centre’s music instructors will perform some of their favourite works and answer questions from the audience about private piano, guitar and voice lessons at the Richmond Arts Centre.
Sat, Sept 27 1:30–2:30pm Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map
Sat, Sept 27 9:30am–1:30pm Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra rdyo.ca Brighouse United Church, 8151 Bennett Rd. | map u
DANCE CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Gabriela, a finalist in the 2014, 2013, 2012 and 2011 Richmond Review’s “Best of Richmond” Readers’ Poll, will lead your child in a developmentally appropriate and fun dance class. Space is limited; pre-register at gabriela@movementstudio.ca. Note: Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Sat, Sept 27: 10–10:45am CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 2–3) 11:15am–12pm BALLET (Age 3) 12:30–1:15pm BALLET (Ages 4–5) 1:30–2:15pm CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 3–5) Gabriela’s Movement Studio movementstudio.ca 4217 Craigflower Dr. | map i
BACKSTAGE TOUR AT GATEWAY THEATRE Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Richmond’s only live professional theatre and Metro Vancouver’s second largest theatre company. Walk the backstage halls of Gateway Theatre and stand on the same stage where the Lower Mainland’s best artists perform.
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
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3 days. 80+ free, interactive arts & culture activities.
Sun, Sept 28 11am–12pm
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Richmond Arts Centre richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Cultural Centre Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
OPEN REHEARSAL WITH RICHMOND SINGERS
VISUAL
ZUMBA CLASS
LAPIDARY & SILVERSMITHING STUDIO TOUR
This is your opportunity to experience the joy of singing with a 55-voice community choir, or simply listen, if you prefer. During their break, chat with choir members and their director, Natasha Neufeld.
Take the “work” out of workout, mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves in an interval-style dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you’ll see why it’s often called exercise in disguise. Open to late teens and adults. Pre-register at purmovement.com/register.
The Richmond Gem and Mineral Society will open up their work to the public in the Lapidary Studio. Come interact with “rock hounds” and find out about the rich and unique world of rocks, gems and jewels. A fun experience for the entire family!
Sun, Sept 28 12–1pm
Fri, Sept 26 9am–3pm Sat, Sept 27 9am–3pm
Sat, Sept 27 1:30–3:30pm Richmond Singers richmondsingers.ca Broadmoor Baptist Church, 8140 Saunders Rd. | map t
PUR Movement purmovement.com #123–11180 Coppersmith Pl. | map p
ZUMBA FOR KIDS (AGES 7–12) With kid-friendly music only, this fitness-like program offers high-energy fun, creative dance steps and healthy exercises. Special needs participants with caregivers are also welcome.
Richmond Gem and Mineral Society Richmond Arts Centre Lapidary Studio (upstairs),7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
STUDIO OPEN HOUSE: BRECHIN MACLEAN PHOTOGRAPHY Wonder what is involved in bringing a treasured heirloom photograph back to life? Have a question about cameras, digital imaging or another aspect of photography? Brechin Maclean will have his studio door open to answer questions. Please drop by.
Sat, Sept 27 2–3pm Ming Yeung East Richmond Community Hall, 12360 Cambie Rd. | map a
Fri, Sept 26 9am–5pm Sat, Sept 27 9am–5pm
Sat, Sept 27 10 tours starting on the hour and half-hour: 10am–2:30pm
Brechin Maclean brechinmaclean.ca 200–3580 Moncton St. | map a
Gateway Theatre gatewaytheatre.com 6500 Gilbert Rd. | map 3
TAP DANCING CLASS A toe-tapping good time! This December, Crazy For You is stomping onto the Gateway MainStage and they want you to tap along with them. Join choreographer Dawn Ewen to learn a beginner tap routine and let out your inner Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. You’ve got rhythm. Yes, you do!
Fri, Sept 26 1–2pm
Dr. Art takes joy in sharing the following inspirational messages from students in the Emotional Art Gallery: we can turn our weaknesses into strengths, we can break through our limitations and actualize our potentials, and we can transform our pain to meaning in life.
Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2
Dr. Art School of Expressive Arts & Therapy seedrart.com #3-5911 Cooney Rd. | map 4
Gateway Theatre gatewaytheatre.com 6500 Gilbert Rd. | map 3
DANCING FEET DEFY GRAVITY
GRAND PRIX OF ART EXHIBITION
Defy Gravity Dance instructors will facilitate open classes in a variety of styles for young budding dancers. Pre-registration required: office@defygravitydance.ca.
Visit Britannia Shipyards Seine Net Loft to view the Grand Prix of Art exhibit. Works on display are the results of the open air competition on Sept. 20 when artists raced to a specific location in Steveston and finished a painting in three hours!
Sat, Sept 27: 10–11am (Ages 5–7) 11am–12pm (Ages 8+) Defy Gravity Dance Co. defygravitydance.ca 30–11151 Horseshoe Way | map d
PUR BARRE DANCE CLASS Tone and tighten your body in this class offering a fusion of classical ballet techniques and fitness. Define and refine your technique on (and off) the barre. Open to late teens and adults. Pre-register at purmovement.com/register.
CHINESE DANCE PERFORMANCE Enjoy Chinese dance performances choreographed by Elsa Wu. Sat, Sept 27 2–3:30pm Sun, Sept 28 2–3:30pm Elsa Wu Dance Group Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave. | map 5
Sat, Sept 27 10–11am PUR Movement purmovement.com #123-11180 Coppersmith Pl. | map p
CLASSICAL MUSICALS SING-ALONG Gateway Theatre will be alive with The Sound of Music and we are Crazy For You to sing along. Can’t get enough of the classic Gershwin, and Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals? Then this sing-along is for you. Sat, Sept 27 12–2pm Gateway Theatre gatewaytheatre.com Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. | map 3
PHILIPPINE DANCE WORKSHOP Learn about Philippine culture through the art of Folkloric dance with routines from Mindanao (Muslim influence) and Luzon (Spanish influence) regions. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Sat, Sept 27 12–7pm PhilCAS of BC philcas.ca Richmond Sports Club, 150-2251 No. 5 Rd | map g 6
RICHMOND COMMUNITY LEGION BAND Listen to a diverse but united adult community band whose mission is to perform free concerts for Richmond residents, and to provide a quality and challenging performing experience for local musicians of all ages. Sat, Sept 27 2:45–3:45pm Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site richmond.ca/britannia Seine Net Loft, 5180 Westwater Drive | map d
COME TO THE ORCHESTRA! Meet the members of the Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra. See, feel, and meet a few of the instruments that make up the Youth Symphony. Sun, Sept 28 10:30am–1pm Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra rdyo.ca Richmond Cultural Centre Boardroom, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
BELLY FUSION WORKSHOP Belly Fusion combines the graceful ancient arts of belly dancing with contemporary dance moves performed to upbeat songs for a fitness-like dance program. A hip scarf and split-sole dance shoes or sneakers are recommended. Sun, Sept 28 12–1pm Ming Yeung iiming.wix.com/bellyfusion-rosanna Richmond Cultural Centre Atrium, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
CHINESE FOLK DANCING Enjoy watching the Red Leaf Multicultural Arts Group perform Chinese folk dances and join in if you wish. Sun, Sept 28 12:30–3:30pm Minoru Seniors Society Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2
OPEN CHOIR REHEARSAL FOR THREE CHOIRS Join the voices of the Richmond Youth Honour Choirs: Prelude Choir (ages 5–7), Debut Choir (ages 8–12) and Chamber Choir (ages 13–19). Participants will get the opportunity to rehearse with the conductor and staff as well as meet some of the choir members. Sun, Sept 28 1:30–2pm, 2:15–3pm, 3:15–4pm Richmond Youth Honour Choir ryhc.org Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Calligraphy, which literally means “beautiful writing,” occupies a distinguished position in the field of traditional art in China. Come view the art created by the enthusiastic calligraphers att Minoru Place Activity Centre and discuss their heir work with them.
EMOTIONAL ARTS EXHIBITION
Fri, Sept 26 10am–4pm Sat, Sept 27 11am–3pm
Sat, Sept 27 10–11am, 11am–12pm, 2–3pm
CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY
Fri, Sept 26 10am–5pm Sat, Sept 27 10am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–5pm Grand Prix of Art grandprixofart.com Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive | map d
CITY AS SITE: PUBLIC ART IN RICHMOND The Richmond Art Gallery’s exhibition highlights the City’s Public Art Program. Featured works include those by Glen Andersen, Nicole Dextras, Janet Echelman, Jacqueline Metz, Nancy Chew and Carlyn Yandle. Fri, Sept 26 10am–6pm Sat, Sept 27 10am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–5pm
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF PYSANKY
CLAY WHEEL WORKSHOPS (AGES 13–17)
Discover the magic of pysanky Ukrainian decorated eggs with expert and best-selling author Joan Brander. Learn to make your own pysanka in Joan’s studio, tour her eggstensive gallery of decorated eggs, and eggs-plore her one of-a-kind library dedicated to this unique art form.
Experiment and explore working with clay on a wheel, applying basic techniques to achieve different outcomes. Four spaces for each class will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-up sheets will be outside the Pottery Studio on the day of the workshops.
Fri, Sept 26 2–4pm Sat, Sept 27 2–4pm Sun, Sept 28 2–4pm
Fri, Sept 26 5:30–6:15pm, 6:15–7pm, 7–7:45pm
Joan Brander babasbeeswax.com 3891 Springfield Dr. | map 6
CLAY PLAY WORKSHOPS (AGES 4–12) Join this fun opportunity to play with clay! Four 30-minute slots with 10 spaces each will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Sign-up forms will be outside the Pottery Studio on the day of the event. (Please note that children will not bring clay pieces home as this is a trial workshop only.) Fri, Sept 26 2:30–3pm, 3–3:30pm, 3:30–4pm, 4–4:30pm Richmond Arts Centre richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Arts Centre Pottery Studio (upstairs), 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
DESIGN YOUR OWN STREET BANNER Visit the Rooftop Garden and design a street banner to represent Richmond. Then, take your completed banner home or submit it to the Richmond Street Banner Contest. Deadline: Sun, Sept 28. Details at richmond.ca/banners.
Richmond Art Gallery richmondartgallery.org Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
WEAVING RICHMOND PLANTS COMMUNITY SCULPTURE PROJECT
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–6pm Richmond Arts Centre richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Arts Centre Rooftop Garden (upstairs), 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Richmond Arts Centre richmond.ca/artscentre Richmond Arts Centre Pottery Studio (upstairs), 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
APHRODITE’S OPEN STUDIO-GALLERY In an informal and friendly atmosphere, meet a master artist in her working studio and view and discuss her sculptures, paintings and mixed media works. Aphrodite will also demonstrate in two and three dimensions using a range of mediums and materials. Fri, Sept 26 6–9pm Sat, Sept 27 11am–8:30pm Sun, Sept 28 11am–8:30pm Aphrodite’s Visual Arts Studio abfinearts.com 6720 Maple Rd. | map 8
PEBEO PAINTING DEMONSTRATION Phoenix Art Workshop staff members will demonstrate the Pebeo line of ceramic and glass paints, and fabric and textile paints, with cool projects to kickstart your creativity through the winter. There will be door prizes and gifts too. Fri, Sept 26 7–9pm Phoenix Art Workshop phoenixcoastalart.com Phoenix Studio, 12211 1st Ave. (3rd floor) | map g
Come weave a fish with the Richmond Weavers’ and Spinners’ Guild whose members are making a sculpture using invasive and cultivated plants grown in Richmond. Fish woven by people like you will be assembled into a large sculpture to be installed in the Richmond Cultural Centre in November.
ART FOR RHINOS Raise your awareness of rhino poaching by making a colourful bracelet for your handmade paper horn.
A simple “hello” can often break down walls and lead people to new experiences. You are invited to paint a greeting on a wooden panel to be displayed on the Britannia Shipyards site.
Fri, Sept 26 11am–4pm Sat, Sept 27 11am–4pm
Fri, Sept 26 3:30–6pm
Sat, Sept 27 10am–12:30pm
Ming Yeung Richmond Culture Centre Board Room, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Richmond Multicultural Community Services rmcs.ca Murakami House at Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive | map d
Richmond Weavers’ and Spinners’ Guild rwsg.ca Richmond Arts Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map
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Wednesday, September 24, 2014
A Message from Mayor Malcolm Brodie On behalf of the City Council and residents of Richmond, I would like to extend sincere greetings to all those taking part in the fifth annual Culture Days weekend, September 26, 27 and 28, 2014. Arts and culture are integral to a vibrant Richmond and we are very proud and excited to be leaders in the national Culture Days weekend that will see an estimated 850 communities offer 7,000 free cultural experiences across Canada this year. In 2013, Richmond was ranked as the No.1 Regional or Belt City in Canada based on the total number of registered Culture Days activities (and in the Top Three cities overall, after Winnipeg and Toronto.) Richmond was also honoured with the inaugural national Culture Days award for Marketing. Culture Days provides an opportunity to publicly showcase the enormous talent and creativity that exists in our own backyards. I encourage everyone to express their love of culture by participating. Get out and explore our heritage sites, learn a new dance move, sing along with a choir, compose a story, meet local artists and roll up your sleeves to unleash your own talents.
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
COME AND PLAY WITH US
OPEN MIC FOR CREATIVE WRITERS
Come and play with musical instruments and meet instructors from the Richmond Music School. “Bang, Saw and Toot” the instruments to find the one that you would love to learn to play.
Richmond Writes Out Loud! holds monthly open mic events for creative writers in Richmond. You are welcome to bring poems, short stories and excerpts to share or simply listen to spoken word and storytelling performances.
Sun, Sept 28 1:30–4pm Richmond Music School richmondmusicschool.ca Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
LAUGH WITH THE PLATINUM PLAYERS
On September 26, 27 and 28, 2014, you are invited to explore new and surprising ways to express your love and share the passions of many talented artists, designers, crafters, writers and other creative people in Richmond. And it’s all free!
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Watch the Platinum Players as they rehearse for the fall season. You are invited to listen or take part in reading new plays with them. Sun, Sept 28 2–3:30pm Minoru Seniors Society Platinum Players Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate | map 2
Sun, Sept 28 2–4pm Richmond Writes Out Loud! richmondwrites.tumblr.com Richmond Cultural Centre Rooftop Garden, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
WORD OF MOUTH: LOCAL WRITERS READ III Author and dog expert Stanley Coren will discuss The Key to Understanding Dogs. Get a peek into what’s known about the inner lives and mental processes of our canine companions. Sun, Sept 28 11am–12:30pm Richmond Public Library yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Browse these pages and make a plan to attend your favourite activities. Be sure to pre-register where specified as some have limited space.
WORD OF MOUTH: LOCAL WRITERS READ IV Join authors Daniel Kalla, A.K. White, and spoken word performer Angelica Poversky as they read from new works and engage with the audience. Sun, Sept 28 1–2:30pm
Visit culturedays.ca for more detailed information about the activities listed here, as well as to discover activities throughout the Lower Mainland.
Richmond Public Library yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
LITERARY
BULLY PROOF WORKSHOP (AGES 5–12) Through age-appropriate techniques, see how martial arts can help empower your children with the self-esteem and confidence they need to better deal with, recognize, and avoid bullying situations. Fri, Sept 26 4:30–5:15pm Sat, Sept 27 12–12:45pm Sun, Sept 28 12:30–1:15pm Richmond Martial Arts richmondkicks.com 120–11331 CopperSmith Way | map y
ABACUS MATH DEMO (AGES 4–13) UCMAS is a child development program that boosts brainpower in children. Along with strengthening math skills, the UCMAS approach promotes whole brain development and establishes foundational building blocks like memory, concentration, creativity and problem solving.
Sat, Sept 27 11am–1pm City of Richmond Parks and Recreation Services Terra Nova Rural Park, River Rd. entrance | map 9
Meet satirist and Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour winner, Mark Leiren-Young. Hear samples of his work, learn about his career and discover the range of free public programs offered during his residency. A short reception with light refreshments is included.
Linda Samis, author of Brass Ovaries: Grow a Pair!, will read from her new book about motivation, achievement and success. Samis is convinced that when you have fully grasped that your choices are yours, as are the consequences ... you’ll have earned your “Brass Ovaries.” Sat, Sept 27 11am–12:30pm Richmond Public Library yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
WORD OF MOUTH: LOCAL WRITERS READ II Join authors Evelyn Lazare, Patrick Hill, Al Cool and Ashok Bhargava as they read from their new books. From mystery novels to sailing adventures to contemporary fiction and poetry, there’s something here to for everyone. Sat, Sept 27 1–2:30pm Richmond Public Library yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
SIX-WORD MICRO-MEMOIRS: A COMMUNITY MOSAIC You are invited to join local artist Care Dyck to write your own six-word memoir which will be etched into a “stained glass” mosaic to be displayed in October at the Richmond Public Library. All ages welcome. Sat, Sept 27 1–4pm Care Dyck mewzings.com Brighouse Library, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1 2
Outside the Box Learning Commons outside-the-box.buzz 100–6111 London Rd. | map i
Built inside Terra Nova Rural Park, this new and unique play experience features a zip line, swings, an enormous spiralling slide and much more.
WRITER-IN-RESIDENCE LAUNCH: MEET MARK LEIREN-YOUNG
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Provincial Partners
Fri, Sept 26 4–7pm Sat, Sept 27 1–4pm Sun, Sept 28 11am–2pm
TERRA NOVA PLAY ENVIRONMENT OPENING
Richmond Arts Centre, Richmond Public Library, Minoru Place Activity Centre Richmond Cultural Centre Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
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Use Lego, cardboard and more to design and create robotics, moving art pieces and inventions. No experience required.
UCMAS Richmond 213 – 11020 No. 5 Rd. | map s
THIRD ANNUAL PIE BAKING COMPETITION
PODPLAY: NOTES FROM A BUILDING
Cheer on competitors from Richmond hotels, restaurants, bakeries, caterers and ice cream shops as they compete to take home the coveted pie plate trophies. Enjoy a slice of pie and a cup of coffee from Steveston Coffee Company after the judging for just a loonie. Sat, Sept 27 12–2pm
This self-guided audio tour will take you through the Cultural Centre, Brighouse Library, Richmond Art Gallery, Richmond Museum and Richmond Arts Centre. MP3 players available at front desk.
Tourism Richmond tourismrichmond.ca Steveston Museum & Visitors Centre, 3811 Moncton St. | map b
Fri, Sept 26 9am–9:30pm Sat, Sept 27 10am–5pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–5pm
WHAT’S THE BUZZ? (AGES 5 & UP) Bring your hand lens, magnifying glass or binoculars to get a glimpse of the winged creatures that call our island home.
Fri, Sept 26 7–9pm
Malcolm D. Brodie Mayor
MAD INVENTOR CHALLENGE
Sat, Sept 27 10am–3pm Sun, Sept 28 10am–1pm
Whether you are attending one or more of the special activities listed on these pages, or are one of the individuals generously sharing their talents and passions, you are part of a vital and important national movement to engage in the cultural life of your neighbourhood. In 2012, your Council adopted an updated Arts Strategy as part of our commitment to advance the arts. The City of Richmond works in partnership with many community organizations to deliver a wide range of cultural programs and services year-round, all of which contribute to the quality of life for Richmond residents. May this Culture Days weekend delight, fascinate and inspire another full year of creative and cultural discoveries for us all.
AND MORE!
MULTIMEDIA
Richmond Cultural Centre richmond.ca/artscentre 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
LULU SWEET: A GOLD RUSH TALE IN 8 ACTS Artists Deanne Achong and Faith Moosang have created an iPhone app walking tour that imagines the life of Gold Rush actor Lulu Sweet, for whom Lulu Island (Richmond) was named. This hotspot-activated tour animates scenes in various settings, from New York to British Columbia. Re-purposed iPhones available on site. Sat, Sept 27 11am–4pm Sun, Sept 28 11am–4pm Public Art Program richmond.ca/publicart Richmond Olympic Oval, 6951 River Rd. | map e
RYMP PRESENTS RICH CITY RADIO Members of the Richmond Youth Media Program will be producing a live radio broadcast from the Media Lab. Stop by to say “hi” and see youth DJs in action! Sat, Sept 27 12–4pm Richmond Youth Media Program richmond.ca/medialab Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate | map 1
Sun, Sept 28 10am–3pm City of Richmond Environmental Sustainability Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Dr. | map d
ART COFFEE SHOW Enjoy art on a coffee cup and learn how do make artful coffee latté. Sun, Sept 28 1–3pm Art & Coffee 2270-8888 Odlin Cr. | map h
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