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X-WR-CALNAME:Vancouver · community · Thursday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Greg Girard DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260729T181045Z UID:10006157-1783641600-1792972799@604now.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Polygon Gallery presents the first major survey of Greg Gi rard\, one of Canada’s most influential contemporary photographers\, fro m July 10–Oct. 25\, 2026. \nThe exhibition presents more than 160 photo graphs spanning the past half century\, including never-before-seen outtak es from his iconic photobooks\, and traces his evolution as an artist. The show unfolds chronologically beginning with some of the earliest images G irard took as a teenager in 1970s Vancouver. The exhibition then follows h is footsteps as he traveled down the West Coast and beyond\, landing as a freelance journalist in Asia and contributing to publications like Time Ma gazine where he was oftentimes at the front line of civil unrest and confl ict. \nFollowers of Girard’s work will recognize images from the now-dem olished Kowloon Walled City and Shanghai — and will discover that in add ition to his urban landscapes\, he has a mastery of portraiture. The exhib ition provides a sense of how he moved through the world\, and ends on his most recent photographs as he revisits the subject of the Lower Mainland\ , with shots of North Vancouver and Surrey included. The exhibition will o pen simultaneously as the launch of his new publication Greg Girard – Ph otographs 1972–2026. \nAdmission to The Polygon Gallery is by donation\, courtesy of BMO Financial Group. \nEVENT DETAILS: \n📅 Date: July 10 – October 25\, 2026 \n📍 Location: The Polygon Gallery \n🎟️ Mor e Info: Greg Girard at The Polygon Gallery LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181045Z LOCATION:The Polygon Gallery\, 101 Carrie Cates Ct\, North Vancouver\, BC\ , V7M 3J4 URL:https://604now.com/events/greg-girard-polygon-gallery-july-october-202 6/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Langley Eagle Acres Corn Maze + Pumpkin Patch 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260918T002550Z UID:10005014-1787961600-1793491199@604now.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:This Langley corn maze and pumpkin patch allows visitors to im merse themselves in a delightful autumn experience. \nStretching across ac res of rolling fields and lush greenery\, Langley Eagle Acres Farm is the perfect family friendly spot for fall festivities. \nLangley Eagle Acres C orn Maze 2026\nCorn maze cravers take notice – the huge 2026 design is s ure to be a challenge at more than 4 metres (14 foot) in height! This is t he 6th maze since 2021\, which was also very large but not as complex. Bri ng the whole family and work together to find your way out! \nNote\, howev er\, that the maze is only on for a limited time. Tickets are currently av ailable for selected dates from August 29 until October 12\, 2026. \n\n\n   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView this post on Instagram\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nA post shared by Brian & Erin Anderson (@eagl eacresdairy) \n\n\n \nLangley Eagle Acres Pumpkin Patch 2026\nStarting in September 26 and running until October 31\, 2026\, families can head over to Eagle Acres’ Pumpkin Patch on the weekends. 25 different varieties of pumpkins will be on display\, so there’s plenty for you to take a gande r at. \nWhile there\, you can also enjoy a relaxing hayride through the pa tch\, and then meet the over 200 diverse farm animals. \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nView this post on Instagram\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n  \nA post shared by Brian & Erin Anderson (@eagleacresdairy) \n\n\n \n[content-ad] \nEVENT DETAILS: \n📅 Date: August 29 – October 31\, 2026 \n📍 Location: Langley Eagle Acres \n🎟️ Tickets & More In fo: Langley Eagle Acres Corn Maze + Pumpkin Patch \nFor more upcoming even ts\, check out our new events calendar. \n[content-ad] LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002550Z LOCATION:Langley Eagle Acres\, 8796 240 Street\, Langley\, BC\, V1M 3R2\, Canada URL:https://604now.com/events/langley-eagle-acres-corn-maze-and-pumpkin-pa tch/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260829T000226Z UID:206203-1788220800-1790812799@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do?\nCheck out our scavenger hunt ! Search the library for the hidden images and solve the riddle to be ente red into a prize draw! Check back often for a new theme! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T000226Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Language Enhanced Employment Program (LEEP) DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261008 DTSTAMP:20260901T123839Z UID:10013067-1788825600-1791417599@www.kiwassa.ca CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Language Enhanced Employment Program (LEEP) \nTurn your langu age skills into career opportunities! \nOur Language Enhanced Employment P rogram (LEEP) helps newcomers build the confidence and workplace skills ne eded to succeed in the Canadian job market. \nOver 4 weeks\, you’ll lear n: 💼 Workplace Communication 📄 Résumé Writing 🎤 Interview Skill s ⚖️ Employment Law 🔎 Job Search Strategies 🤝 Workplace Culture \n📅 Sept. 8 – Oct. 7\, 2026 📍 Kiwassa Neighbourhood House (2425 Ox ford Street) \nFree program | In-person | Bus tickets available upon reque st \nSpaces are limited. Register today by scanning the QR code or emailin g: 📧 settlement.coordinator@kiwassa.ca LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123839Z LOCATION:Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\, 2425 Oxford St\,\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5K 1M7\, Canada URL:https://www.kiwassa.ca/event/pride-market-summer-gathering-2/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Kiwassa Neighbourhood House X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.kiwassa.ca/blog/category/community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Splash Art Auction 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTSTAMP:20260918T002550Z UID:10005729-1788825600-1790899199@604now.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Art lovers\, this one’s for you. Arts Umbrella is bringing S plash 2026\, their annual art auction\, to help young people all across Me tro Vancouver in the visual and performing arts. \nAnd if you want to see all the beautiful works that are up for auction\, then you can visit Arts Umbrella’s free public exhibition! \nSplash Art Auction 2026\nComing to the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on October 3 is Splash 2026. Featuring evenin g entertainment\, deliciously elegant food and cocktails\, and student per formances\, this auction will definitely be one to remember. It all culmin ates in a live auction that will be broadcasted across Canada and beyond. \nBut before that\, you can take part in Splash 2026’s public exhibition at the Pendulum Gallery. There will be around 100 original works by Canad ian artists available to view. If you end up seeing something you really l ike\, then you can make a note to bid for it at the auction. Or you can bi d earlier with Arts Umbrella’s online auction! \nAdvance bids are alread y open as of September 8 and will close on October 3\, 2026. \nNo RSVP or tickets are required to attend the exhibition. All you need to do is show up from September 8 to October 1\, 2026 and enjoy the art. \nEVENT DETAILS : \n📅 Date: September 8 – October 1\, 2026 \n📍 Location: The Pendu lum Gallery \n🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Splash 2026 \n\n \n\n \n \ n\n \n You might also like\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n We st Vancouver is Getting a Trendy New Cypress Mountain Village \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 16 Fun + Char ming Pumpkin Patches In Metro Vancouver (MAP) \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Filipino Legacy Society Is Br inging A Major Filipino Cultural Film To Vancouver For A Free Screening \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Can ada Urges Caution for Travellers to China as They Could Face New Exit Ban Rules LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002550Z LOCATION:The Pendulum Gallery\, 855 W. Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, Britis h Columbia\, Canada URL:https://604now.com/events/splash-art-auction-vancouver/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Puzzle Time DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTSTAMP:20260916T002558Z UID:196557-1789603200-1789689599@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Feeling puzzled? Join us at the library for Puzzle Time. Work on our puzzle\, or take one home with you. Enjoy our FREE perks\, use the public computers\, or relax in a comfy chair with a book or magazine. Ther e’s so much to enjoy at the library\, and it’s all FREE! \nQuestions? Call us at 250.281.2263 or visit the library. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002558Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/woss-library-puzzle-table/2026-09-17/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Port Hardy Library Adventure Card DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTSTAMP:20260916T002558Z UID:198065-1789603200-1789689599@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Ahoy matey! Shiver me timbers! Treasures await you at the libr ary! \nKids can pick up a Library Adventure Card\, then get a stamp for ea ch adventure they have at the library. A full card of 10 adventures unlock s the Treasure Chest! Plus the full card goes into a draw for a later trea sure. \nLibrary adventures include getting a library card\, borrowing a bo ok\, telling library staff about a book they enjoyed\, do a craft… and m ore! \nAaaargh! The Adventure Card is available during all open hours. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002558Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-library-adventure-card/2026-09-17/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTSTAMP:20260916T002558Z UID:207080-1789603200-1789689599@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do?\nCheck out our scavenger hunt ! Search the library for the hidden images and solve the riddle to be ente red into a prize draw! Check back often for a new theme! LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002558Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-1 7/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pirate Week at the Port Hardy Library DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTSTAMP:20260916T002558Z UID:206378-1789603200-1789689599@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Ahoy there\, Matey! Come to the Port Hardy Library for pirate- themed adventure! Storytimes\, scavenger hunts\, and a special Pirate Pass port. Find all the gold coins to unlock treasure. We’ll have pirate fun all week long\, so drop in any time. Arrrr! LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002558Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/pirate-week-at-the-port-hardy-library/2026-09 -17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Creating a Culture of Consent DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T120601Z UID:NDY0N2I2NGZlZThm CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop explores consent\, sexualized violen ce\, and the role we all play in creating a culture of consent and communi ties of care at UBC. Participants will build practical skills for respondi ng to a disclosure of harm in a trauma-informed\, survivor-centred way\, c onnect with the SVPRO team\, and engage in meaningful conversation with ot her students. Pizza will be provided\, and participants will receive a cer tificate of completion. \nThe workshops will be hosted in person at the SV PRO office (2110-6180 Walter Gage Road). Registration is limited to 15 par ticipants. \nRegister here: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ekRV iPvFGehWjIO LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T120601Z LOCATION:See Description URL:https://ubyssey.ca/events/?event=NDY0N2I2NGZlZThm&utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Around Campus from The Ubyssey X-SOURCE-URL:https://ubyssey.ca/sports/ubc-esports-university-league-of-le gends-season-primer-march-2017 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WILDROOTS - Edible Garden Project : Loutet Farm Visit DTSTART:20260917T180000Z DTEND:20260917T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260813T002410Z UID:35563-1789642800-1789646400@naturekidsbc.ca CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to our next NatureKids BC WildRoots Home Lear ners Explorer Day! Please see details below: \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Thur sday\, September 17\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (check-in at 10:45 AM)\nLocation: Loutet Farm | Edible Garden Project | North Shore Neighbor hood House\, 225 East 2nd Street\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7L 1C4\nAccessi bility: Fully accessible by wheelchair.\n\nPlease bring water\, a snack\, and weather appropriate clothing. \nLoutet Farm is a 3/4 acre market garde n operated by the Edible Garden Project\, a program of North Shore Neighbo urhood House. The Farm took its fledgling steps in 2011 as the first urban farm on public parkland in the region\, and the first opportunity for tho se on the North Shore to participate in creating a local sustainable agric ultural system. It is a community hub that brings together hundreds of nei ghbours to get their hands dirty\, buy produce\, and celebrate food. \nLou tet Farm provides an outdoor classroom featuring hands-on farming experien ces to build childrens’ awareness of the impact our food can have on our health and the environment. It is a place for students to discover where nourishment can be found\, and connect to many different creatures along t he way. \nCome learn about urban agriculture at Loutet farm! \nPlease regi ster here. \n*Registration is limited and available on a first come\, firs t serve basis. All confirmed registrants will receive an email confirmatio n prior to the event. LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T002410Z URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/wildroots-edible-garden-project-l outet-farm-visit/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vanc ouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:NatureKidsBC X-SOURCE-URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/find-a-club/vancouver-island/natureki ds-nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gathering Gardeners DTSTART:20260917T180000Z DTEND:20260917T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T121204Z UID:10001627-1789642800-1789650000@marpolenh.org CATEGORIES:community,market DESCRIPTION:Marpole Community Yard Sale  | Saturday\, July 18th\, 2026 Jo in us for our Marpole Community Yard Sale! ⭐📦🖼️🧸🪑👕 We ’re hosting a yard sale for the community\, by the community. Come by an d check out items from our community members! Saturday\, July 18th 202610: 00am – 3:00pmMarpole Neighbourhood House | 8585 Hudson St. Vancouver\, B C Interested in selling your gently used items? Contact our team:📧 comm unity@marpolenh.org📞 604-628-5663 LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T121204Z URL:https://marpolenh.org/event/gatheringgardeners/2026-09-17/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Marpole NH X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.marpolenh.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Babytime: Pre-Walkers | Birth - 12 Months DTSTART:20260917T180000Z DTEND:20260917T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T121831Z UID:10008988-1789642800-1789644600@westvanlibrary.ca CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Babies have incredible brains\, and it’s never too early to start immersing your little one in language. A program for our youngest li brary lovers (0 – 12 months old)\, Babytime is full of songs\, rhymes\, and fingerplays that you can easily incorporate into your baby’s daily r outine. Attending is also a great way to connect with other families in th e community. \nDrop-in\, no registration required. All children must be ac companied by a parent/caregiver. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T121831Z LOCATION:Storyhouse URL:https://westvanlibrary.ca/event/babytime-pre-walkers-birth-12-months/2 026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-b c X-SOURCE-NAME:West Vancouver Memorial Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://westvanlibrary.ca/events/programs/events-programs-art -gallery END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Women & Seniors Support Groups\, Learn together & Get Stronger DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T003523Z UID:10013747-1789657200-1789664400@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T003523Z LOCATION:3020 Lincoln Ave Coquitlam V3B 6B4\, 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam \, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada URL:https://issbc.org/event/women-seniors-support-groups-learn-together-ge t-stronger/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign =vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crafternoon & DIY DTSTART:20260917T223000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002543Z UID:207352-1789659000-1789664400@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:arts,community DESCRIPTION:Join our hardy band of crafters for Crafternoons every Thursda y for fun\, friendship\, and inspiration. Borrow a book or video and learn new crafts\, or get help in a friendly\, open setting. See you there! LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002543Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crafternoon-diy/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Drum Circle DTSTART:20260918T003000Z DTEND:20260918T014500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002543Z UID:207239-1789666200-1789670700@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family,music DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly drum circle led by Stz’uminus and Penelakut knowledge keeper\, Patrick Aleck Jr. \nPatrick Aleck Jr is a n author\, musician. In 2020\, he was awarded the City of Nanaimo’s Emer ging Cultural Leader Award for his positive community impact and for shari ng his story and songs. \nHis debut children’s book Spaal’: A Raven wi th Different Wings\, and debut album Life is a Journey\, were both release d in 2025. Search for Spaal’ in our catalogue and follow the link to lis ten to his album on Bandcamp. \nEveryone is welcome to share in Indigenous drumming\, song\, language\, and culture. Bring your drum or use one from the Library’s drum collection. \nThis Drop-in Event is Free and Family- Friendly! LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002543Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/community-drum-circle/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR