Variety Celebrity Car Rally for Kids
February 3, 2014 - Variety - the Children's Charity is well known for their ability to raise support for kids everywhere. But last week, on the heels of a very successful "Show of Hearts" telethon, the organization held a special VIP party of a different kind. Now it's time to suit up and start your engines for the 2014 Variety Rally for Kids with Special Needs. Sponsored by West Vancouver's Washington family and their new EBoost energy product, this night is just the first ...more
Filed under: Cars, Celebrities, Sports
As published in: North Shore Outlook Newspaper
Dawn Wells, Roberto Alomar and Fred McGriff in Vancouver
January 28, 2014 - Just sit right back and you'll hear a tale . . . Gilligan's Island actress Dawn Wells was just one of the main draws this past weekend as the Vancouver International Boat Show set up shop at both BC Place and Granville Island. Known for its luxury yachts and famous faces, the four-day event attracted hundreds of water loving enthusiasts and outdoor fans. Also, last week marked the 4th Annual Scotiabank Vancouver Canadians Hot Stove Luncheon. Baseball greats Roberto Alomar ...more
Filed under: Celebrities, Luxury Items, Sports, Travel
As published in: North Shore Outlook Newspaper
Real Housewives of Vancouver Season Two Premiere Party
February 6, 2013 - Vancouver's real housewives are back - for season two! This night, the glam girls gathered at the Loden Hotel in downtown Vancouver to watch the premiere episode of Real Housewives of Vancouver - Season Two with friends, family and invite only guests. The champagne was flowing and the ladies all sparkled in fabulous bejewelled gowns and designer name accessories. New wives Ioulia Reynolds, Amanda Hansen and Robin Reichman joined returning stars Jody Claman, Mary Zilba and Ronnie Negus for a night ...more
Filed under: Celebrities, Entertainment, Television
As published in: North Shore Outlook Newspaper, The Province Newspaper, West Vancouver Magazine
BC Film and Television Leo Awards 2013
June 10, 2013 - I've always said it's like a little bit of the Academy Awards right here in BC - but the truth is that the Leo Awards are much much more. And when you consider all the talented people that work in BC film and television, there really is a lot to celebrate. The 15th anniversary gala of the Leo Awards was held last weekend as the Westin Bayshore rolled out the red carpet and put on the ritz to welcome a ...more
Filed under: Celebrities, Entertainment, Galas
As published in: North Shore Outlook Newspaper
Chinatown Foundation Gala
November 25, 2016 - It was one of the biggest galas of the year raising over $2.5 million dollars. Restoring Vancouver's Chinatown was the cause celeb and the who's who of Vancouver turned out to help. This sold out event was held at the Fairmont Vancouver Hotel and thanks to the generosity of some of West Vancouver's most prominent families, the night was a complete success. Congrats to all ...more
Filed under: Business, Community, Galas, Organizations
As published in: North Vancouver Magazine, West Vancouver Magazine
Dal Richards Music Man 95th Birthday
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January 15, 2013 - Back in 1918, the world danced to a different beat. World War I was just ending, and radio was just ...more
A Look Back At - May 28, 2010
Martin Sheen, Sex and the City 2, West Coast Fishing Club
May 28, 2010 - A girls' right to shoes is now a mantra thanks to the iconic tv-series-turned-chick-flick "Sex and the City 2". And what better way to celebrate the movie's debut than with a party in the shoe department of Holt Renfrew. Socialite Christie King and her Women United in Philanthropy group helped raised funds for the United Way this week as the well-heeled turned out in support. Next up, the Turning Point Society's Gala turned up the glam with a special VIP ...more
Filed under: Celebrities
As published in: North Shore Outlook Newspaper
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