Several festivals and markets open this weekend - International Summer Night Market in Richmond, Farmers Market Trout Lake, Farmers Market Kitsilano and Spot Prawn season kicks off with a festival on Saturday. There's also two plant sales - one at UBC and one in Richmond. And don't forget it's Mother's Day on Sunday! Make sure you treat your mom to something special!

Friday, May 10, 2013

International Summer Night Market 
7pm - 12am Fri, Sat, Sun, May 10 - Sept 8
12631 Vulcan Way, Richmond BC
6th annual Summer Night Market in Richmond starting May 10, 2013! Lots of food, live entertainment and vendors. Check out my photos from last year here.

Saturday, May 11, 2013

World Migratory Bird Day – Bird Walks 
8am - 10am
various locations see website for exact scheduled times and places
Meet at the specific locations and times to join some of the best birders in Vancouver to learn more about birds. All levels and ages of birders are invited to attend and our guides will help you use binoculars and bird guides to locate the birds. We ask that all children be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The bird walks are open and free for all, but please come early to reserve a spot in case they fill up.
 

River District Farmers Market
10:00am - 3:00pm each week from May4 - Oct26
Kerr Street Plaza – on Kerr Street, one block South of SE Marine Drive, Vancouver
This one-of-a-kind farmers market is the only riverfront market in Vancouver. Come shop for fruits and veggies, prepared foods, and handmade products produced farmers and artisans. Enjoy the waterfront, playground and pier.

A Growing Affair
10am - 4pm
6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC
Spring is here and so is UBC Botanical Garden’s annual plant sale! A Growing Affair! Designed to inform and empower plant lovers of all ages and to engage the local community with a deeper appreciation for all things growing, the event combines informative displays and fun demonstrations for both new and experienced gardeners with an unparalleled selection of plants available for purchase. There are even activities for children to inspire the next generation of gardeners.We will also be offering garden tours, every half hour between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Starting at the gatehouse, tours will be approximately an hour with a general introduction to the Garden. (Note: Space is limited; first come, first served.)

Spot Prawn Festival
11am - 3pm
False Creek Fishermen’s Wharf 
The city’s top chefs will prepare a spot prawn boil at False Creek Fishermen’s Wharf benefiting The Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia. Get inspired by our cooking demos then grab your own bagful off the fishing boats ($12 per lb) to recreate these dishes at home. 6 chefs will be on stage for spot prawn cooking demos between 11am and 3pm. Mingle with your favourite chefs on Festival day! Ocean Wise and the Vancouver Aquarium provides kids with an exploration of fabulous fish and other cool creatures through hands-on activities and other family friendly events. This is a free family event with cooking demos and kids’ activities. The festival kicks off the BC Spot Prawn season, which continues on for 6-8 weeks. Get your catch daily from 1pm onwards at the False Creek Fishermen’s Wharf (just west of Granville Island). Photos from last year's event here.

Annual LHF Plant Sale at London Heritage Farm
10am - 5pm Sat & Sun
London Heritage Farm 6511 Dyke Road Richmond, BC
Come view perennials, annuals and bedding plants from London Heritage Farm's flower and herb gardens, member's gardens and local growers!

Great Canadian Craft: Spring Fling! - $8 online, $10 at door
Saturday May 11th 10am-8pm  
Sunday May 12th (Mother's Day) 10am-5pm
Vancouver Convention Center, 1055 Canada Pl Vancouver, BC 
Come visit western Canada's largest spring showcase of independent artisans.  From handcrafted jewelry to delectable chocolate and everything in-between!  From live music, children’s' entertainment and yes, even a "Men's Section" we've got you covered!  Come help support local makers and artisans!     Over 500 Exhibitors!  Fresh Farmers Market!  The first 100 Shoppers Each Day Receive a Free Swag Bag!  Activities for the Kids!  Men's Section!  Showcases From Local Students!   Silent Auction / Live Demonstrations / Door Prizes and So Much More!

Free Hair Styling Class at Kabro Salon
12pm - 2pm
Kabro Salon, 3323 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver
Bring your own tools to Kabro Salon and their experts will give you a free wash and show you how to achieve your desired hairstyle at home.  Space is limited.  Please register at info@discoverwesbrook.com.

Stone Soup Festival
12pm - 5pm
Britannia Community Centre, 1661 Napier St @ Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC
18th Annual Stone Soup Festival, a celebration of food, art, environment and community, including a food market, local artists, community groups, talks and workshops, live music, tea leaf reading, children’s activities, free soup and more!  More than ever, people are aware of the issues of food security, the benefits of sharing resources and eating ‘local’. Stone Soup will celebrate the diversity of food in our neighbourhood, the environment and it’s importance to the culture of our community.

Instameet Vancouver
3pm
Charleson Park Laurel & W 7th Vancouver, British Columbia
We're taking the May Instameet to Charleson Park and we hope that you will join us again for an afternoon of fun and photos. On May 11, 3PM, we will meet at the corner of Laurel and W. 7th.  #InstameetVancouver is hosted by @flamedot, @girloclock and @razzy_b.

Bird Week - Society of Crows, Dr. Rob Butler
7pm - 8pm
Vancouver Public Library - Alice Mackay Room - Lower Level
Delve into the clever minds of crows, a decade of research of the northwestern crow, and the city habits of large flocks that now reside in Vancouver with ornithologist Dr. Rob Butler. Dr. Rob butler was a biologist and senior scientist in the Canadian government for 28 years. He currently acts as BC Program Scientist for Bird Studies Canada, President of the Pacific WildLife Foundation is an Adjunct Professor of Biological Sciences at Simon Fraser University and serves many science and conservation organizations.

International Summer Night Market
7pm - 12am Fri, Sat, Sun, May 10 - Sept 8
12631 Vulcan Way, Richmond BC
6th annual Summer Night Market in Richmond starting May 10, 2013! Lots of food, live entertainment and vendors. Check out my photos from last year here.

HWKRS MRKT at East Van Studios  - $10 RESCHEDULED date to be determined
7:00 PM - 2:00 AM
East Van Studios, 870 East Cordova Vancouver
Hawkers Market is a montly recurring underground evening food marketplace in Vancouver.  We support local vibrant food entreprenuers and give them a place to conduct pop up food stalls (or hawker stands) to sell thier food or products. They are chefs, artisans and dreamers and they know thier food!  Expect a diverse selection of things to eat at the market and take home to try. The market acts as a dining, shopping and social experience.  Hawkers Market takes place from 7pm until late, along with the food you can expect music from Chapel Sound http://chapelsound.com, lights and mingling with people.

Sunday, May 12, 2013 - Mother's Day

Saturday May 11th 10am-8pm  
Sunday May 12th (Mother's Day) 10am-5pm
Vancouver Convention Center, 1055 Canada Pl Vancouver, BC 
Come visit western Canada's largest spring showcase of independent artisans.  From handcrafted jewelry to delectable chocolate and everything in-between!  From live music, children’s' entertainment and yes, even a "Men's Section" we've got you covered!  Come help support local makers and artisans!     Over 500 Exhibitors!  Fresh Farmers Market!  The first 100 Shoppers Each Day Receive a Free Swag Bag!  Activities for the Kids!  Men's Section!  Showcases From Local Students!   Silent Auction / Live Demonstrations / Door Prizes and So Much More!

Victory Gardens Pop-up Shop
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Homesteaders Emporium, 649 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
This Mother's Day, Victory Gardens and Homesteader's Emporium partner for our first ever, Pop-up Shop. Organic and east Van local veggie starts will be available, including: Lettuce, Kale, Chard, Cilantro, Parsley, Basil, Mustard Greens, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Onion, Summer and Winter Squash, Tomatoes, Peppers, Sunflowers, Marigold, Sweet Peas, Nasturtium and more!

Mother’s Day Tea with the Birds
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Cammidge House & Boundary Bay Regional Park 498 Boundary Bay Rd  Delta, BC
Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day and Mother’s Day with an Afternoon Tea. Bring Mom and  the whole family and join us at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park, Tsawwassen, for interactive displays, birding walks led by experienced ornithologists, presentations by Naturalist Anne Murray and, of course, tea and cookies. 

International Summer Night Market
7pm - 12am Fri, Sat, Sun, May 10 - Sept 8
12631 Vulcan Way, Richmond BC
6th annual Summer Night Market in Richmond starting May 10, 2013! Lots of food, live entertainment and vendors. Check out my photos from last year here.