PNE: The Place to Be!

This weekend was the official start of the 100th anniversary of the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE). The PNE is an annual event that shows the best that BC has to offer! The PNE takes place next to Vancouver’s Playland and will last until September 6th.

There is a live concert every day as well as lots of exhibits. The entrance fee is $20.00, but if you buy a ticket at Safeway, Shoppers Drug markt or Save on Foods you pay only $16.80! But for the people who don’t mind an early Sunday, the Fair is FREE on Sunday’s from 9.00 – 12.00 am.

In 1910 the then Canadian Prime minister, Sir Wilfrid Laurier, officially opened the first PNE although back then it was called the Industrial Exhibition. Since the first Fair, the annual event has become the largest annual ticketed event in the province, and continues to draw in excess of 900,00 visitors per year.

With over 800 performances and exhibits and more than 50 thrilling rides & attractions, the Fair at the PNE is definitely worth checking out! For more information about the concerts, exhibits or the PNE in general, click here

Yoga at Kitsilano Beach!

Join in on an invigorating yoga session 6p.m. on Wednesdays  at Kitsilano Beach – between the Yacht club and the Pool – overlooking the ocean. Bring your mat for an hour of intention and fun! Stretch and relax under the big blue sky, overlooking the abundance of sea, surf, boats, yachts, people & trees. Music, yoga, kula, friends, happiness, abundance…be a part of this wonderful experience!

This session is Karma yoga by donation, supporting local charities. This means there is no admission price but a donation is greatly appreciated. Bring your mat for an hour of intention and fun. All levels are welcome so if you’re a first timer, don’t worry!

Hope everyone had a great weekend!

– Laura

Enjoy Yerself This Weekend At This Irish Pub!

If you’re feeling green this weekend, head on over to the Blarney Stone. This Irish pub is celebrating it’s 38th anniversary on Sunday, May 23. Many bars will be packed this long weekend, hosting parties on Sunday night but charging expensive cover rates. The Blarney stone is offering free entry after 8 p.m. if you join the guest list.  The real deal will be their drinks, $3.80 mimosa’s, caesars, beer and highballs – all day and all night!

Not a big drinker? No problem! Head over there for a great brunch menu! The Blarney Stone will also have Irish dancers and live music! Be there Sunday to eat, drink and partying like the Irish!

The Blarney Stone
216 Carrall Street, Gastown
Vancouver, British Columbia

Cheers!

Laura