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0: Olympic Line Streetcar
Demonstration streetcar connecting the Olympic Village Canada Line skytrain station to Granville Island.
Bombardier will operate and maintain the demonstration streetcars 18 hours a day, 7 days a week from January 21 to March 21, 2010.
Free.
Más sobre Olympic Line Streetcar1: Robson St. Pedestrian Corridor
Closed from noon - midnight
Feb 12 -28
These pedestrian corridors will come alive during the Games with street lighting, banners, street vendors and more. Downtown Vancouver will be the place to be during Games time, whether you’re attending an Olympic event or just enjoying the energy of thousands of locals and visitors from around the world.
http://olympichostcity.vancouver.ca/gettingaround/walking/pedestrian-corridors.htm#1
Más sobre Robson St. Pedestrian Corridor2: Granville St Pedestrian Corridor
Pedestrian only from noon - midnight
(several blocks are pedestrian only 24/7)
Feb 12 - 28
These pedestrian corridors will come alive during the Games with street lighting, banners, street vendors and more. Downtown Vancouver will be the place to be during Games time, whether you’re attending an Olympic event or just enjoying the energy of thousands of locals and visitors from around the world.
http://olympichostcity.vancouver.ca/gettingaround/walking/pedestrian-corridors.htm#1
Más sobre Granville St Pedestrian Corridor3: Mainland Pedestrian Corridor
The Hamilton/Mainland corridor between David Lam Park and Georgia St.
Pedestrian only from noon-midnight
Feb 12-28
These pedestrian corridors will come alive during the Games with street lighting, banners, street vendors and more. Downtown Vancouver will be the place to be during Games time, whether you’re attending an Olympic event or just enjoying the energy of thousands of locals and visitors from around the world.
http://olympichostcity.vancouver.ca/gettingaround/walking/pedestrian-corridors.htm#1
Más sobre Mainland Pedestrian Corridor 4: Beatty St Pedestrian Corridor
Pedestrian only noon-midnight
Feb 12 -28
These pedestrian corridors will come alive during the Games with street lighting, banners, street vendors and more. Downtown Vancouver will be the place to be during Games time, whether you’re attending an Olympic event or just enjoying the energy of thousands of locals and visitors from around the world.
http://olympichostcity.vancouver.ca/gettingaround/walking/pedestrian-corridors.htm#1
Más sobre Beatty St Pedestrian Corridor5: GE Plaza (aka Robson Square)
This is the official site for the International Media Centre during the Games and the BC Pavilion.
ice skating ($3 skate rental), daily concerts, zipline, all free.
The rink is open daily from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Más sobre GE Plaza (aka Robson Square)6: LiveCity Downtown
will be open during both the Olympic and Paralympic Games and will be Vancouver’s version of a downtown “piazza” with a large outdoor screen, daytime interactive school programming, engaging street entertainment, and late-night entertainment.
Additional partners and governmental agencies will bring programs and pavilions to complement the site, including: the Canada Pavilion, CentrePlace Manitoba.
Feb 12 -28 open daily from 11am through to midnight. Free.
Más sobre LiveCity Downtown8: LiveCity Yaletown
the best in Vancouver and Canadian live arts and entertainment as well as Olympic sponsor pavilions, Vancouver House, refreshments and sport highlights on giant screens.
Open February 13-February 28
daily from 11am through to 11pm. Free.
Several well-known corporate sponsors will have their public pavilions onsite including Coca Cola, Samsung, Acer and Panasonic.
Nightly free concerts and fireworks shows.
Más sobre LiveCity Yaletown9: Four Host First Nations Pavilion
The pavilion features a high-tech 3,000 square-foot sphere, surrounded by a Coast Salish Longhouse. The Longhouse, which features a 1,500 square-foot Trading Post, will be relocated after the Games as a permanent legacy. As well, the adjacent 2,000 square-foot QE restaurant will be converted into a reception hall, featuring an Aboriginal showcase and cuisine. Special “theme” days will showcase Aboriginal groups from all regions of Canada. Live events will include Inuit throat singing, Métis jigging, hoop dancing, as well as spotlighting contemporary Aboriginal performance.
Hours of operation vary by day. Click
here for a detailed schedule of events. Free.
10: Atlantic Canada House
here you'll be treated to East Coast culinary delights, discover the region's culture and spirit, and share in Atlantic Canadian hospitality.Within the pavilion space, you'll find the Granville Island Stage, the Revue Stage and the Backstage Lounge. Atlantic Canadian artists will be featured nightly, and daily performances on the Revue Stage will celebrate the region and welcome guests to the Atlantic Canadian way of life.
Daily shows, hightly concerts including Sloan, Matt Mays, Ashley MacIssac, Irish Decendants.
Más sobre Atlantic Canada House11: Canada's Northern House
Showcasing Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon art, business, athletes, cultural performers and artists.
will showcase talented performers such as Artcirq and throat singers, drum dancers, and traditional games athletes during the Olympic Games. Canada’s Northern House will have an art lounge, story telling area and an exhibit called “The North Today” featuring interactive displays on living, visiting and investing in Nunavut.
There will also be business information about the three territories. Visitors also have the chance to win an $8,000 diamond or a 3.8 ounce gold nugget valued at $7,000.
The House is open through March 31, 2010. Daily hours during the 2010 Olympic Games will be 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Before and after the 2010 Olympic Games, it will be open from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Más sobre Canada's Northern House12: BC Pavilion
The Vancouver Art Gallery located at
Georgia & Howe Streets is a historic site was once home to the British Columbia courthouse. During the Games it will transform into the
British Columbia Pavilion (located on the 4
th floor). You can expect to see a number of interactive displays that will highlight the rich cultural fabric of both British Columbia and Canada.
Visitors will get complete access to the Art Gallery for free during the Games and the venue is anticipated to be open between 9:00 am – 9:00 pm daily. There will also be a special Leonardo DiVinci exhibit available for public viewing.
Más sobre BC Pavilion13: Sochi House (Russia)
Unprecedented in its scale, the Sochi2014.ru World, Russky Dom project will be the only official location for the Russian delegation in Vancouver.
The doors to Sochi World will be open from February 11- 28 2010 for everyone who wants to become a part of the big Russian celebration at the Vancouver 2010 Games.
Guests of Sochi World will be able to get to know a new, modern Russia, where innovation is balanced with tradition: exhibition halls and informational booths will introduce everyone to the city and country that will host the Sochi 2014 Games. Cultural programs, legendary Russian cuisine, performances by famous Russian and Canadian artists.
Más sobre Sochi House (Russia)14: Heineken House
Located near the O Zone in Richmond, the highlight of the Holland Heineken House experience is the main hall, which can host thousands of people every night, and features celebratory medal ceremonies for successful Dutch athletes as well as nightly performances by renowned Dutch artists and DJ’s.
Features: Lodge Restaurant and several food outlets, a Dutch Consulate information desk, ATP travel and ticketing desk, a special athletes’ room, VIP facilities for members of the Dutch royal family.
Sports fans can follow the progress of their heroes live on dozens of large screens throughout the Holland Heineken House
There are plans for HH to serve beer to 4,000 people nightly at its Medal Ceremony Hall and stay open from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Please note: There are long line-ups and limited access to Heineken House.
Entrance to the Holland Heineken House is free of charge, but ID must be shown. Minors (those less than 19 years) should be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Those under 14 years of age are not allowed in the venue after 8 p.m.
Más sobre Heineken House15: BC Hydro Powersmart Village
Visitors are welcomed to celebrate the spirit of the Games in a theme of conservation and sustainability. Members of your entire family will enjoy a wide range of activities::text like dancing on a sustainable dance floor, creating an inspirational message on the digital expression wall + chances to win Olympic tix.
hours of operation are Sun to Thurs - 10 am to 8 pm and Fri and Sat - 10am to 10pm.
Más sobre BC Hydro Powersmart Village16: Place de la Francophonie
On Granville Island. Cartwright Street
this little "French Quarter" will offer visitors a cornucopia of FREE activities including shows featuring Canadian and international performers, a sports pub, an agritourism pavilion, exhibition venues and many others activities.
Feb 12-28
Air Canada Stage: concerts. Everyday from 6:00 p.m.
Club Adrenaline: competitions broadcast live in French, on wide screens. beverages available 11:00 a.m. to midnight
Agritourism Pavilion: 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Street Events: Starting at noon
Más sobre Place de la Francophonie 17: German Saxony House
opportunity to watch the games live on large screens, meet medal winners, listen to live music every evening and enjoy traditional German food and drinks. The Vancouver Rowing Club will transform its 19th century aura into a glittering Saxony House.
The Saxony House is open free to the public, February 12th - 28th, from 12:00pm- 2:00am.
Más sobre German Saxony House18: House of Switzerland
Bridges Restaurant will be serving a Swiss menu during the games.
If a Swiss athlete wins a medal, they will be taken from BC Place and brought to the pavilion by water taxi that evening. The athletes then plan to hold a media event outside the House of Switzerland as well meet with all the patrons inside.
The hours of operation starting on Feb 12th will be 8 am to 2 am each day.
Más sobre House of Switzerland19: Irish House
* Cover charge applies *
The 9,000 square-foot Irish House will house 750 visitors at a time at the temporary site, conveniently located adjacent to
Doolin's Irish Pub
During the day, the pavilion will feature family-friendly entertainment with music and cultural exhibits. Multiple televisions and projection screens will run highlights of the Games. In the evenings, the true Irish pub culture will come to life.
The hours of operation will be 7 pm-3 am February 8, and noon to 3 am February 9 – 28. The venue is family friendly from noon – 7 pm, then only 19+ permitted 7 pm onwards.
CityCaucus.com has confirmed there will be a $5-20 entrance fee for adults (depending what time of day you arrive) and kids are always free.
Más sobre Irish House20: Saskatchewan Pavilion
this free pavilion will consist of two structures. One will house a business centre, the other an entertainment venue featuring
Saskatchewan entertainment and food.
There will also be a pavilion at Whistler during the Paralympics.
Más sobre Saskatchewan Pavilion22: Casa Italia
The pavilion will be open to the public and will feature some of the best food, drink and entertainment that Italy has to offer. You can expect to see Ferrero Rocher as well as some other fine Italian products on display.
Casa Italia will be open daily to the public between Feb 6 - 28th from noon until 6pm daily.
Más sobre Casa Italia23: Richmond's O Zone
mammoth ice art, massive high-definition screen, outdoor skating on real ice, entertainment from around the region and around the world, art, athletes, exhibits, virtual reality (bobsleigh ride anyone?), food and fireworks. Bands::text like Our lady Peace, Hawksley Workman, Bedouin Soundclash, Toyko Police Club and Wintersleep headline. Theme nights saluting Canada’s diverse cultures and regions from World Beat rhythms and South Asian dance and music to Pan Northern sounds from above the Arctic Circle. There’s something for everyone, and for all ages.
On site will be the BCLC 2010 Winter Games Dome. This massive 5,000 square foot four-domed tent features interactive sport experiences. The Immersa-Dome® allows visitors to experience, through sight, smell and touch, what it might be::text like to compete as a member of Canada’s Olympic bobsleigh or Paralympic sit-ski team from the athletes’ perspective.
BCLC will be offering free daily draws to win one of 10 pairs of Closing Ceremony tickets.
The O Zone is located just a few kilometres south of downtown Vancouver and a short hop on the Canada Line, starting Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 28,
Free.
Más sobre Richmond's O Zone24: Ontario House
plan to feature exciting and original exhibits, events and performances; showcase made-in-Ontario products and services; and be technologically state-of-the-art while being supported using environmentally sustainable systems and technologies.
use your brain waves to turn on the lights at the CN tower.
Hours of operation: 10 am to 2 am daily. Free
Showtimes are 10PM except Feb 15, Feb 22, Feb 24 @ 9:30PM.
Arrive early as these are expected to be popular shows. You must be 19+ to enter and have valid government issued photo identification after 9 pm.
* February 14 - Keshia Chante
* February 15 - Swing/Serena Ryder
* February 16 - Elliott Brood
* February 17 - The Arkells
* February 18 - Jully Black
* February 19 - The Constantines
* February 20 - Surprise performance announced later
* February 21 - Great Lake Swimmers
* February 22 - Alex J. Robinson/The Junction
* February 23 - Nadjiwan
* February 24 - Ontario Day at the 2010 Olympic Games. featuring Justin Hines, Damien Robitaille, God Made Me Funky
* February 25 - The Wooden Sky
* February 26 - Molly Johnson
* February 27 - illScarlett
* February 28 - Crash Parallel
Más sobre Ontario House25: Maison du Quebec (Quebec House)
The pavilion will show thousands of foreign visitors the distinctiveness of Quebec culture, expertise and tourist attractions.
For Quebecers coming to participate in Olympic events in Vancouver, Quebec House will be the place to assemble.
Many Quebec artists will perform at the House from the 12th to 28th of February.
Hours of operation: Noon to midnight daily.
Note however that there is almost nothing to seeon site prior to 5:30 pm when the performers hit the stage. Prior to5:30 pm, there is simply a small merchandise shop where you canpurchase authentic Quebec cuisine.
As for the performances, you shouldbring your umbrella as everything is exposed to the elements.
Althoughthe pavilion looks large from the outside, it is very tight for spaceinside.
Más sobre Maison du Quebec (Quebec House)26: Royal Canadian Mint Pavilion
The Mint is the official supplier of medals for the Olympic Games and will have some of them on display for the public to view. You can also see the Mint's world-famous dollar gold coin and other gold products.
There is also a special children's activities section located on the 1st floor (open 9:30 - 6 pm daily).
Feb 12-28 9am-10pm daily
Más sobre Royal Canadian Mint Pavilion27: Russian Tall Ship
On Feb 10th the four-masted sailing ship Kruzenshtern will call Vancouver home as part of a promotion of the Sochi 2014 Winter Games. The ship will be accessible at North Vancouver's Burrard Dry Dock several days a week as well as for private sailings.
Más sobre Russian Tall Ship28: Scandinavia House
Located in the heart of Burnaby, the
Scandanavian Community Centre is inviting the public to join them in their celebration of the 2010 Olympic Games.
The Scandinavian Community Centre will be a games live site from February 12 – 28th, 9 am to 12 pm, for event viewing, daily programs, special guest visits and seminar speakers including former athletes. Several big screen TVs have been installed to televise local CTV Olympic programming as well as European real-time streaming broadcasts provided by Finnish broadcaster YLE. The public is invited to watch the games at the centre.
Entry is free.
Más sobre Scandinavia House29: Surrey 2010 Celebration Zone
Open as follows:
Mon - closed
Tues - closed
Wed - 3 - 10pm
Thurs - 3 - 10pm
Fri - 3 - 11pm
Sat - 11am - 11pm
Sun - 11am - 10pm
Admission - FREE
The sliding zone, skating rink and curling zone will be a great way to take in some classic Olympic sports and winter activities.
Step into the future with Simon Fraser University’s cutting edge Interactive Digital Media display, explore your creativity in their Kids World craft tent or cozy up in the Storytelling tent brought to you by Surrey Libraries. The RCMP Musical Ride will be performing shows daily, as well as other classic Canadian entertainment.
Evening performances at Surrey's Celebration Zone include Blue Rodeo (Feb 12th) and The Sam Roberts Band (Feb 19th).
Tickets to the RCMP musical ride are first come first serve (and free) on the day of the event.
http://www.surrey2010.com/
Más sobre Surrey 2010 Celebration Zone30: Kla-howya: Aboriginal Village
The lobby of the Pan Pacific Hotel in Vancouver (at CanadaPlace) will be transformed into a stunning 16-day showcase ofAboriginal art, performances, and culture – free to residents andvisitors during the upcoming 2010 Games.
The Kla-howya: Aboriginal Village Welcome will featuretraditional dancing, cedar bark weaving, Aboriginal fashions, birchbark chewing, moose hide tufting, jewelry making, carving, storytellingand an opportunity to explore the harvesting of wild herbs fortraditional medicines. They have set up a blog where you can read all about the various exhibits and entertainment.
Más sobre Kla-howya: Aboriginal Village31: Ukraine House
Official home of Ukraine’s Olympic team for the 2010 Winter Olympics is being run jointly by the National Olympic Committee of Ukraine, Embassy of Ukraine in Canada and Ukrainian Canadian Congress. Ukraine House will be officially opened on February 11th, 2010 and will be open to the public from February 12th through to the 28th. Located at the Ukrainian Catholic Centre at 3150 Ash Street in Vancouver, BC. The centre is just one block west of Cambie Village, and about 10 minutes walk from the Broadway/City Hall Canada Line station
Más sobre Ukraine House32: Korea House
located on the 2nd floor of the Hyatt Regency Hotel
open to the public every day from 11 am to 6 pm. Feb 13 -28
The City of Pyeongchang, Korea is trying to successfully do what Vancouver did in 2003. They want to impress the International Olympic Committee in order to win the right to host the 2018 Winter Olympic Games.
Daily shows at 2pm and 4pm.
According to the Koreans there will be multi-touch tables and an interactive wall installed. A multi-touch table is a digital device that uses a touch screen to enjoy video clips of breathtaking views from Korea's winter, its athletes and culture. It also allows you to play games.
Más sobre Korea House33: Winterfest at Lonsdale
numerous concerts, face painting, live cultural and street performances and much much more. A large screen on site will broadcast CTV's live Olympic coverage. Kid’s activities feature a newly renovated ballroom and animated play area with games and rides open daily from 9am – 9pm. Face painting and the ever-popular ‘Q’ balloons will be offered daily from 11am – 4pm. Special guest appearances from costumed Alice in Wonderland and the Mad- Hatter as well as BC Parks Jerry the Moose and a Ranger.
Más sobre Winterfest at Lonsdale36: CODE live 3
At the centre of the city, CODE Live 3 joins the City of Vancouver’s Olympic public art program in animating the space in and around the Vancouver Public Library’s central branch. The main floor atrium and lower floor moat are very popular pedestrian thoroughfares and make a perfect setting for artworks that focus on culture, movement and community. The CODE Live works at VPL invite the audience to both be a participant and creator within the works.
Más sobre CODE live 3 37: Bell Ice Cube
open February 11th to 28th from 11am to 11pm
will feature entertainment, Olympic ticket giveaways and interactive product demonstrations.
The unique high-tech design of Bell Ice Cube will provide visitors an opportunity to view ceremonies and competitions on multiple plasma screens in high definition Bell TV.
During the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and during major sporting events, visitors will be able to watch the magic on a large projection screen.
Más sobre Bell Ice Cube38: Park Royal Winter Carnival
The skating canal will be open from noon to 10 pm every day.
The beverage tent will be open from 4 pm to 10 pm and you must be 19+ to enter.
special outdoor skating rink where your family can lace up and enjoy some time on the ice. There are limited skate rentals, so it's best you bring your own.
There will also be live music performances on Friday and Saturday evenings.
A large screen displaying the live CTV broadcast of Olympic events will allow you to cheer on your favourite athlete.
A "beverage tent" is also being set up for you to enjoy a brewskie or two while you're watching the Games or listening to the entertainment.
Más sobre Park Royal Winter Carnival39: Vancouver City Hall
This is also the site of the 1952 Oslo Flag which is encased in glass on the main floorof the building just as you enter. Once the Games are over, the flagwill be placed back in its special case and delivered to the Mayor ofSochi, Russia, host of the 2014 Winter Games.
Nightly light displaystake place after dark at the top of the hour on outside of City Hall.The show is called Ice Light by Gunda Forster.
Más sobre Vancouver City Hall40: Canada Pavilion
the Canada Pavilion will demonstrate Canada's commitment to creative excellence, sustainable development and fostering diversity.
Inside the pavilion, visitors can use interactive technologies to learnabout Canadian sport excellence, including Canada's Olympic andParalympic history, trivia and visual displays illustrating Canadianinnovation in sporting equipment and technology, and virtual snowboardand slapshot games. The Pavilion will provide an opportunity to learnmore about Olympic and Paralympic sports and help to choose an activitythat's right for you. The pavilion will open on Saturday, Feb 13th.
Hours of operation are:
February 13-27, 2010: 11:00 a.m. to midnight.
February 28, 2010: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. March 12-14, 2010: 1:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m. March 18-21, 2010: 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Free
Más sobre Canada Pavilion41: CTV News broadcast
CTV News (official Olympic broadcast network) will be broadcasting their newscast live every evening 11 pm - 12 pm from Robson Street (beside their HQ). Hosts Bill Good and Pamela Martin will be on-hand nightly.
Más sobre CTV News broadcast42: Centreplace Manitoba
Located inside the LiveCity Downtown site.
Multimedia exhibits, developed in Manitoba, will showcase tourism,business, immigration and sport and highlight our province’sprosperity, opportunity and potential.
The Canadian Museum for HumanRights will be a partner and have a feature exhibit in the pavilion.
Thirty Manitoba artists and arts groups will perform, supported by the Manitoba Arts Council, as part of the 2010 Cultural Olympiad.
CentrePlace Manitoba will be open during both the 2010 Olympic WinterGames and Paralympic Games.
Hours of Operation: February 13 – 27, 11a.m. – 12:30 a.m. February 28, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Free
Más sobre Centreplace Manitoba43: West House
Located inside the LiveCity Yaletown site. Free.
As part of its EcoDensityinitiative, the City of Vancouver approved the creation of new lanewayhouses. If you want to see what EcoDensity living could be like, youshould head down to the LiveCity Yaletown site to visit West House.
This prototype 610-sq.-ft. house laneway house is a good demonstrationof Vancouver's longstanding commitment to the environment.
The househas a combined living/dining/kitchen area, bathroom and loft bedroomwith a small balcony, plus a 226-sq.-ft. garage with an electric carcharging outlet.
West House was built with local B.C. materials, including a cedarexterior, and outfitted with sustainable fixtures and appliances thatmeet Energy Star ratings. The fixtures and appliances in the home areso green that they require no more than 1.5 kWh of energy per personper day, under normal living circumstances. The average amount ofenergy used daily in a standard-sized home is over three kWh.
The roof is a photovoltaic panel that generates over one kilowatt of electricity each day.
West House’s Proprietary Building envelope surpasses standards set outin the City’s Green Code and is designed for superior air quality andthermal performance.
Más sobre West House44: PRIDE House Vancouver
For the very first time in Olympic history there will be LGTB pavilions, one here in Vancouver and another in Whistler.
PRIDE House will have on hand friendly ambassadors who know about allthat is fabulously queer in Vancouver. PRIDE House will also have onhand immigration and refugee experts with a wealth of knowledge andresources for visitors. PRIDE House will be that special socialwelcoming spot for LGTB athletes, family, friends and visitors. PRIDEHouse Vancouver will be open 7 days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.throughout the Games. There will be fabulous PRIDE House swag availablefor sale including the most attractive pin out there (only $5, pintraders will want to take note that this is a limited release) as wellas t-shirts and jackets.
Más sobre PRIDE House Vancouver45: Ziptrek Vancouver (at Robson Square)
Perched above the law courts at Robson Square, you will be provided the opportunity to zip over 170 metres (550') across Robson Street. Guests will zip high above the crowds an exhilarating six stories over Vancouver’s iconic downtown core! See photos of the site posted on Ziptrek's website.
This once-in-a-lifetime experience happens during the Olympics, and best of all it's free!
The zipline will start operation on Feb 12th and run through Feb 28th.
The hours of operation are 10:00 am - 9:00 pm daily.
Bring your camera and expect the line-ups to be around the corner! There are no age restrictions, but riders must weigh more than 65 pounds (29.5 kilograms). Organizers say they can accommodate about 1000 people per day.
The lineups have been very long since this venue opened up...so be prepared to wait.
Más sobre Ziptrek Vancouver (at Robson Square)46: PoCo Zone
Starting with the opening ceremonies on Feb. 12, Port Coquitlam residents can cheer on the action on a big screen at the 2010 PoCo Zone at the Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex at 2150 Wilson Avenue in Port Coquitlam.
Aspart of the Port Coquitlam’s Spirit Week activities, Olympic eventswill be playing all day long on a nine-foot screen at the PoCo Zone –the City’s self-proclaimed Live Site – from Feb. 12 to 26.
Local individuals and families who want to share in the Olympic spiritwith other members of the community are welcome to drop by the PoCoZone whenever the Rec Complex is open (approximately 6 a.m. to 11p.m.). Tables and chairs will be set up in the Rec Complex’s spaciouslobby, and the concession will be open during peak hours. Admission is free.
Más sobre PoCo Zone47: Haida Gwaii House
Located at the ground level of the Hampton Inn is a mini HaidaGwaii.
This venue will feature a special longhouse and will showcaseHaida art and culture, wilderness, Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve,marine animals, shore birds and much more.
The Haida Gwaii House willbe open from February 11th to the 28th from 12 noon to 9 pm.
Ambassadors will be available onsite to answer questions and talkabout the place they live.
Also on display will be a Haida mask carvedby Regg Davidson, an 11 foot totem pole designed by Tim Boyko, and anumber of scrolling images. If you're lucky, you may just see Haida intheir own regalia. Or you may bump into Christian White, a Haida artistwho will be at work carving on site.
Their new website is located at www.GoHaidaGwaii.ca.
There will also be free contest prizes given away daily at the venue.
Haida Gwaii House is really close to BC Place Stadium, home of theopening and closing ceremonies.
Más sobre Haida Gwaii House 48: Olympic Cauldron
At the end of the opening ceremonies of Vancouver's Olympic Games,hockey legend Wayne Gretzky jumped in the back of a pickup truck andmade his way to Vancouver's waterfront to light up the cauldron.
It nowshines brightly just west of the new convention centre and has becomean instant attraction.
Unfortunately, you are only able to see theflame from behind a secure chain link fence. According to VANOCofficials, it is a security risk to allow people too close to theflame.
If you want a nice photo of the Olympic cauldron (without thechain link fence), VANOC says they will post a few photos you candownload off their website vancouver2010.com.
Check out Daniel's review of this venue by clicking here.
Más sobre Olympic Cauldron57: German Fan Fest
The Thuringian sports association and the German Olympic sportsassociation in Vancouver are welcoming guests from all over the worldto celebrate Olympic champions in the German Fan Fest, which is set up at 555 West Cordova Street in downtown Vancouver next to Steamworks.
This is an alternative to German Saxony House(which is located near the entrance of Stanley Park). The venue, whichfeatures Thuringian band "Acoustica", is a great place to meet up withother German guests, enjoy a beverage and meet up with friends. Be sureto try the Thuringian sausages!
Hours of operation are 10am - 5pm - free (closed for one hour between 5-6 pm).
After 6 pm there is a$10 cover charge.
Located just outside Waterfront terminus station forSkytrain, Seabus and Canada Line.
Más sobre German Fan Fest
