Vancouver's Celebrity, Charity Gala, Restaurant, Party and Society Column by Catherine Barr

Great Canadian Landscaping 10 Year Celebration for ALS

August 24, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)  
Filed under Events, News, North Shore Outlook

It’s a story of local boy does good – real good in fact when you consider that 10 years ago Chris O’Donohue started out with not much more than a wheelbarrow and a dream. Last week, the gang at The Great Canadian Landscaping Company broke out the bubbly and the beer in a somewhat bittersweet [...]

Lonsdale Quay Summer Fest 2010 for Lions Gate Hospital

August 23, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)  
Filed under Events, News, North Shore Outlook

It’s been fun in the sun all summer long at North Vancouver’s Lonsdale Quay. Summer Fest 2010, proudly sponsored by the North Shore Outlook, has been the scene of song and dance, food and fun every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Live concerts, market displays and more have kept the crowds coming, and all in support [...]

Vancity Richard Brodeur Golf Tourney at Seymour Country Club

The greens were groomed and the sun was shining at North Vancouver’s stunning Seymour Golf and Country Club as the First Annual Vancity Golf & Boogie Tournament teed off for charity. Headed up by famous North Shore resident and legendary Vancouver Canucks keeper “King” Richard Brodeur, players were driving for show and putting to raise [...]

Odlum Brown Vancouver Open Tennis Tournament at Hollyburn

August 8, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)  
Filed under Events, News, North Shore Outlook

West Vancouver’s Hollyburn Country Club looked a little like Wimbledon this last week as pro athletes and tennis fans alike gathered for the 2010 Odlum Brown Vancouver Open. With a prize purse of over $175,000, this year’s tournament managed to draw several of the up-and-coming major names in professional tennis. A super sunny Tuesday night [...]

West Vancouver Harmony Arts Festival 2010

August 2, 2010 by Cat Barr (admin)  
Filed under Events, News, North Shore Outlook

It’s a milestone year in West Vancouver as the Harmony Arts Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary. Held in various locations, including John Lawson Park, Ambleside Landing, The Ferry Building Gallery and more, the festival is famous for its art displays, live concerts, lectures and outdoor movies. This year, an outdoor wine garden adds some spice [...]

Cirque du Soleil Kooza, Burberry at Holt Renfrew, HMCS Vancouver

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

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

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 [...]

Eric McCormack and the Arts Club’s Glengarry Glen Ross

Vancouver’s Arts Club Theatre Company is known for its fabulous plays and talented performers, but the buzz surrounding the upcoming production of Glengarry Glen Ross is bigger than ever thanks to Hollywood A-Lister Eric McCormack. The Canadian born actor, known best for his starring role in television’s “Will and Grace” comedy series, will take to [...]

West Van Library Mallet Masters, Roxy Anniversary and Goldfish Summer Splash

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 [...]

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