Live Laugh Learn

Joytv 10 presents a new feature program that inspires you to LIVE a more meaningful life, LAUGH everyday and LEARN something new about your very own community. Hosted by Suzanne Smith, LIVE LAUGH LEARN is shot live-on-location from breathtaking and visually interesting Lower Mainland hot spots and features little known facts about the weekly scene.

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HAITI RICE & FOOD DRIVE
Where: Drop off at Pacific Community Church
Website: pacificcommunity.ca | hearttohearthaiti.com
Here’s a simple way you can help the people of Haiti. Buy a bag of white rice, attach a twoonie for shipping and drop it off at Pacific Community Church. Visit the website for details.

HEROES
When: March 08 - 27, 2010
Where: Pendulum Gallery - HSBC Bldg, 885 W. Georgia
Website: www.kickstart-arts.ca
Kickstart and the Pendulum Gallery present Heroes. 20 participating artists from across the country have been asked to engage with notions of The Heroic, as it applies to the disability community. It’s hoped the exhibition will invite visual meditation or commentary within the context of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Free Admission. Visit the website for details.

DISABILITY HISTORY AND THINGS TO REMEMBER
When: March 09 - 21, 2010 from 8am - 10pm
Where: UBC Robson Square - 800 Robson St.
Website: www.kickstart-arts.ca
Kickstart, UBC and Ryerson University present Out From Under: Disability History and Things to Remember. Curated by Kathryn Church, Catherine Frazee and Melanie Panitch, this show premiered in summer 2008 at the Royal Ontario Museum. It is a groundbreaking and artful exhibit that pays tribute to the resilience, creativity, and the civic and cultural contributions of Canadians with disabilities. Recipient of the 2008 Access Award for Disability Issues, and jury-selected for Design at Work 2008. Free Admission. For more information, visit the website.

THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
When: March 11 – 13, 18 – 20, 2010
Where: MEI Theatre - 4081 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford
Website: www.gallery7theatre.com
The tragic and compelling story of a young Anne Frank and her family's attempt to flee Nazi tyranny by hiding in the confines of a secret annex above a factory.  A story of courage, love and human resiliency emerges as Anne discovers hope, joy and a truth about life that more than often escapes our modern understanding. Tickets at House of James: 2743 Emerson Street or call  604-852-3701. Visit the website for details.

ENHANCING HEALTH: A FREE THURSDAY EVENING SERIES
When: Thursdays only until April 15, 2010
Where: 609 Helmcken Street, Vancouver
Website: vancouver.ca/commsvcs/GATHERINGPLACE
Sponsored by the Douglas College Therapeutic Recreation Department and the City of Vancouver. Workshop topics include: Nutrition: A Way to Relieve Stress, Exploring Meditation and Sleep Well. Register at 604-665-2391 or by visiting the Reception desk at The Gathering Place Community Centre.

GRIEFSHARE
When: Thursdays only until April 29, 2010
Where: 1661 McCallum Road, Abbotsford
Website: www.centralheightschurch.com
GriefShare, a 13-week video seminar and support group for people experiencing grief and loss, will be held Thursdays from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Central Heights Church. Cost: $35 for workbook and refreshments. To register, please call the church office at 604-852-1001. For more information, visit the website.

SHE LAUGHED! SHE CRIED!
When: Friday, March 12, 2010 starting at 8pm
Where: UBC Chan Centre - 6265 Cresent Rd
Website: www.kickstart-arts.ca
Kickstart and UBC present She Laughed! She Cried! at Telus Studio Theatre at the UBC Chan Centre For the Performing Arts. A double-header, beginning with Sara Marreiros, a Victoria-based fado artist, with her band. Followed by Funny in the Head, a rollicking story of a bipolar comedian’s fight to stay funny, written and performed by Jan Derbyshire. Tickets $22/$16. For tickets, visit ticketmaster.ca or call 604.2803311.

PINE LEAF BOYS
When: Saturday, March 13, 2010 starting at 8pm
Where: Memorial Hall, Harrison Hot Springs
Website: www.harrisonfestival.com
Louisiana's finest, two-time Grammy-Nominated Pine Leaf Boys have made a name for presenting their own inimitable brand of Cajun music with youthful exuberance. The Pine Leaf Boys play the old fashion dance hall standards while making a priority to bring many of the obscure songs of past masters into their repertoire and play them with gusto. For tickets or information (604) 796-3664 or visit the website.

FREE WALKING TOURS - VANCOUVER'S DOWNTOWN SOUTH
When: March 17 & 24, 2010 from 10am - noon
Where: The Gathering Place - corner of Helmcken and Seymour
Join us in the heart of Vancouver's Downtown South and tour unique architecture and public art. Learn about historical and other fun facts. * Find out how Davie Street was named * Visit an 8 foot Haida pole designed by well known Haida carver Bill Reid * Learn about diverse architecture including: Pre WWI; Art Deco; the Moderne style of the Vogue Theatre, a National Historic site; and present day contemporary And Much, Much More!

REBA MCENTIRE CONCERT
When: Thursday, March 18, 2010
Where: Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre
Website: www.abbotsfordcentre.ca
Global Spectrum announces that country singing sensation REBA MCENTIRE will be making a stop at Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre on March 18th. 2010. Buy your tickets now by calling 866-977-2372 or visit our website.

IN THE GAME EXHIBITION
When: On display until Saturday, March 20, 2010
Where: Surrey Museum, 17710-56A Avenue
Website: www.heritage.surrey.ca
Celebrate the arrival of the 2010 Winter Olympics with a retrospective on the history of competitive winter sports. This very special exhibit showcases famous Canadian athletes, including BC’s own Nancy Greene Raine, Ross Rebagliati and Gary Cormack. Celebrate the achievements of the Crazy Canuck ski team from the 1970s, and figure skater Elizabeth Manley. Discover how athletes train, the equipment that gives them their performance edge, and local programs for emerging athletes. For more information, call 604-592-6956 or visit the website.

CONNECT: OUR COMMUNITY OUR ART OUR SHOW
When: Now until Saturday, March 20, 2010
Where: 609 Helmcken Street at Seymour, Vancouver
Website: www.coastmentalhealth.com
Coast Mental Health, the Gathering Place Community Centre and the GP Association are pleased to present CONNECT Our Community Our Art Our Show; an art exhibition that showcases the art work of some of the areas most vulnerable alongside more established artists who live or work in Vancouver's Downtown South community. For details, visit the website.

VICTORIA MERTON CONFERENCE
When: Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 9am - 5pm
Where: University of Victoria
Website: www.merton.ca
Keynote speaker, Dr. Edward K. Kaplan - professor in the Humanities at Brandeis University, kicks off a one-day conference sponsored by the Thomas Merton Society of Canada at The University Club of Victoria. Cost: $55 (TMSC members) for full day or $35 half day: $60 (non-members) for full day or $35 half day. Cost includes refreshments and lunch. For more information and to register email: tmsc@telus.net or call 604-669-2546. Visit the website for full workshop details.

SURSAUT DANCE "AT NIGHTFALL"
When: March 20 & 21, 2010 starting at 2pm
Where: Surrey Arts Centre (Mar 20), Centennial Centre (Mar 21)
Website: www.centennialtheatre.com/ | www.arts.surrey.ca
At Nightfall is a subtle and magnificent piece of choreography. Beautiful imagery and engaging characters create a magical world on stage. This visually breathtaking dance performance will enchant audiences of all ages. Tickets: Adults $20, Students/Seniors $14, Child $12. For more information or to purchase tickets call (604) 984-4484 or visit the website.

CONFIGURATIONS
When: March 20 & 21, 2010
Where: Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre
Website: www.vancouver2010.com
Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad, The Vancouver International Dance Festival and Kickstart present Configurations on March 20 at 8 pm and a Gala evening on March 21 at 6:30 pm. Tickets $25-35 for the March 20th show; $75 for March 21st. The Gala evening also includes Canadian modern dance legend, Peggy Baker, performing earthling. For tickets call 604-662-4966, or e-mail at boxoffice@vidf.ca. For more details, visit the website.

THE RUSSIAN PLAY / MEXICO CITY
When: March 24 - 28, 2010
Where: Performance Works, Granville Island
Website: www.rubyslippers.ca
Presented by Ruby Slippers, and set amidst the chaos and noise of Mexico's capital in the 1960s, Mexico City is a short satiric romance that explores the intersection between tourism-as-voyeurism and the battle of the sexes. Lurking through the doomed men and rotten ideals of Stalinist Russia, The Russian Play is a bleak, bittersweet and darkly ironic ode to the dangerous joys of love. Weekdays, 8PM. Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2PM. To purchase tickets visitl: vancouvertix.com or call: 604-629-vtix (8849). For more information, visit the website.

THE RIPPLE EFFECT EXHIBIT OPENING
When: Saturday, March 27, 2010
Where: Fraser River Discovery Centre
Website: www.fraserriverdiscovery.org
In 1995 and 2000, environmental swimmer Fin Donnelly swam the length of the Fraser to raise awareness about the river. The Ripple Effect celebrates this achievement and encourages visitors to think about ways they are affecting the health of the Fraser River. For more information, visit the website.

BUILD-A-BOAT: WOODEN BOAT BUILDING ON THE FRASER
When: Saturdays only until May 08, 2010
Where: 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster
Website: www.fraserriverdiscovery.org
"Build-a-Boat" invites visitors of all ages to construct an updated Fraser River skiff inside the Fraser River Discovery Centre. Boat building is best suited for children 8-12, teens or adults. Boat building will continue every Saturday until May 8. The boat will be launched on May 15. To sign up or for more information please call 604-521-8401.

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TREMORS FESTIVAL
When: April 06 - 17, 2010
Where: The Cultch, Vancouver
Website: www.rumble.org | www.thecultch.com
Rumble’s emerging arts festival returns to showcase works created by some of this country’s most innovative new companies. This season’s presentations include: Cozy Catastrophe; I’m So Close…; Kismet one to one hundred; and Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret. All main stage tickets are $10. To make reservations call The Cultch Box Office at 604.251.1363. For more information, visit the website.

MIGHTY POPO MUSIC PERFORMANCE
When: Friday, April 09, 2010 starting at 8pm
Where: Memorial Hall, Harrison Hot Springs
Website: www.harrisonfestival.com
Popo, a Rwandan/Burundian refugee/survivor, explores the 14th to 19th royal court music of Rwanda. The evening will feature a trio; Popo plus a second guitarist and a percussionist. This new project has been inspired by the many trips Popo has taken back to his native Rwanda and time spent studying the music of the indigenous Batwa people (Pygmies). For tickets or information call (604) 796-3664 or visit the website.

BUILDING MEN - MEN'S CONFERENCE: DR CHUCK STECKER
When: April 09 - 10, 2010
Where: Bear Creek Community Church - 140th St. & 84th Ave
Website: www.csbbc.org
Rev. Stecker is the author of  “Men of Honor, Women of Virtue” and president of A Chosen Generation Ministries. Chuck is a man who doesn't pull his punches when talking about the Church and what men (young & old) should do. His experience with Promise Keepers and as a pastor uniquely qualifies him to speak about what's important. Visit the website for details.

BALLET BC RE/NAISSANCE
When: April 15 - 17, 2010
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver
Website: www.balletbc.com
BALLET BC is proud to announce the official launch of the renewed and rejuvenated company Re/Naissance with a presentation of three outstanding Vancouver premieres, created by internationally renowned choreographers. Tickets now on sale at Ticketmaster. For more information, visit the website.

SENIORS EMOTIONAL CARE SEMINAR
When: Thursday, April 22, 2010 starting at 7pm
Where: 7282 Kingsway. Burnaby
Website: www.ssac.ca
The event is for family members with loved ones in care. Topics to Be Discussed: Seniors’ emotional care, loneliness and depression, memory care as well as tips on what to look for in a good retirement facility. Free Admission. For more information and dates, call Ernest at 604-451-2407 or visit the website.

EURO-ASIAN FASHION SHOW + BUSINESS FAIR
When: Sunday, April 25, 2010 from 4pm - 10pm
Where: Bear Creek Hall, Surrey
Website: www.myspace.com/carlinebangar
A formal evening to showcase my fashion line for this year in a Hollywood red carpet theme. Dancing Dining + more. Vendors will be present. Would consider interview. For more information, contact by phone at 604-596-6267 or visit the website.