Cirque du Soleil Kooza, Burberry at Holt Renfrew, HMCS Vancouver
July 25, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Entertainment, News, North Shore Outlook
A look back on this hot and steamy month reveals a July filled with excitement and special events. Whether it was breaking out the barbecue with friends, the celebration of 100 years of Canada’s naval forces, or the star-studded premiere of Cirque du Soleil’s big top production of Kooza, North Shore faces were in all [...]
Lion King at QE Vancouver and Harrison Resort
July 18, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Entertainment, News, North Shore Outlook
Spectacular – it’s the one word that best describes this week’s two fabulous features. First up, it was the premiere of Disney’s Broadway award winning musical “The Lion King”. Replete with elaborate costumes and stunning sets, not to mention the music/lyrics of Elton John and Tim Rice, this show is absolutely worth the price of [...]
Whistler Film Fest Gala, Zac Efron and more
July 4, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Celebrities, Entertainment, Galas, North Shore Outlook
The Whistler Film Fest is celebrating their 10 year anniversary this year – and what better way than with their annual gala fundraiser called “Soiree”. Held at Vancouver’s stylish waterfront Nu restaurant, the night included red carpet arrivals, decadent food and live music. Also, the Beach House restaurant in West Vancouver welcomed summer with a [...]
West Van Library Mallet Masters, Roxy Anniversary and Goldfish Summer Splash
June 27, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Entertainment, North Shore Outlook, Restaurants
As we say goodbye to June, it’s time for a look back at several great summer events. First up, the West Vancouver Library Mallet Masters Croquet Tournament was held at Ambleside Greens Golf Course where mulligans are not only allowed, they’re encouraged. Dressed in Hampton’s whites, teams took to the field to pound it out [...]
Lou Diamond Phillips and Celebs at Leo Awards 2010
June 6, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Celebrities, Entertainment, Galas, News, North Shore Outlook
Star-studded arrivals on the red carpet, a champagne reception, beautiful gowns and real-life movie stars. The annual Leo Awards are, without a doubt, Vancouver’s best glitz and glamour night. It’s all about honouring the fabulous local talent that works both on and off the screen here in BC’s movie and television industry. But Vancouver’s “Night [...]
Canucks Playoff Hockey Special Seating Chart
May 5, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Entertainment
Okay – this is my special tribute to the playoffs. Go Canucks Go!
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Sheryl Crow, Neil Young and Sarah McLachlan Concert Update
September 9, 2009 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Celebrities, Entertainment
For a West Vancouver local like me, it just doesn’t get any better. Imagine Sarah McLachlan, Neil Young and Sheryl Crow playing in my very own little community of West Vancouver (www.westvancouver.com).
For those lucky ticket holders who are on their way to West Vancouver’s Ambleside Park on Saturday May 12, here’s a rundown of need-to-know [...]
Mark Madryga does the Twitterbug
March 21, 2009 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Celebrities, Entertainment, News
Do you believe in the power of Twitter. Witness the exchange between Global BC TV morning news anchor Lynn Colliar and Catherine Barr as it yields hilarious results when weatherman Mark Madryga performs a little Irish Jig with the help of Riverdance star Michael Flatley in honour of St. Patrick’s Day 2009.
Dancing with the Stars First Impressions
March 9, 2009 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Celebrities, Entertainment, News
Truth is, I really don’t get a chance to watch much television and when I do, I really don’t want to waste my time with so-called “Reality TV”. But being a former dancer (and dance teacher) I’ve got to admit that, after several seasons of changing the channel, “Dancing With the Stars” has actually managed [...]
James Bond, Scotches and Watches and 100.5 The Peak Radio Vancouver
December 4, 2008 by Cat Barr (admin)
Filed under Articles (published), Entertainment, Metro News, News
This week’s wrap has something for the spy in all of us. On Saturday, the Vancouver Club played hos to the Jet Set Crew and their James Bond 007 Martini Party. DJ Timka, direct from New York’s Buddha Bar, put down the sounds as Octopussy, Odd Job and other sexy villans strutted their stuff. A [...]



