Community Events: APNA Guide

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Joytv 10's exclusive feature APNA Guide is a celebration of the South Asian community. Hosted by Dean Atwal, APNA Guide showcases unique events and cultural happenings in the South Asian community that everyone can enjoy.

APNA Guide is pleased to offer South Asian events and fundraisers taking place in the Lower Mainland or Victoria on Joytv 10 and Joytv10.ca. If you have an event or fundraiser you wish to add, visit our "Submit an Event" page to send the details.

ANIMAL GROSSOLOGY
When: Now until August 22, 2010
Where: Metrotown Mall, Burnaby
Website: www.metropolisatmetrotown.com
Looking for a fun and free activity for kids? Go and see Animal Grossology in Metrotown Mall. Its an imaginative, interactive 3D exhibit based on Sylvia Branzei's best-selling books. For more information, visit the website.

CELEBRATION OF LIGHT
When: July 28 & 31, 2010
Where: Downtown Vancouver
Website: www.celebration-of-light.com
This summer the Celebration of Light is back, dazzling Vancouvers skyline with amazing fireworks displays. It’s a fantastic experience, come rain or shine. For more information and details, visit the website.

SUMMER NIGHT MARKET
When: Fridays to Sundays until September 26, 2010
Where: 12631 Vulcan Way, Richmond (behind Home Depot)
Website: www.summernightmarket.com
Reminiscent of the famous night markets in Asia, the market is a great place to shop, enjoy food from around the world and discover new cultures with engaging entertainment on the performance stage nightly. For more info, visit the website.

BABBU MAAN LIVE 2010
When: Saturday, July 31, 2010
Where: Pacific Coliseum, Vancouver
Website: www.pne.ca/showsandevents
JoyTV and Point Zero presents Babbu Maan Live in concert at the Pacific Coliseum. Don’t miss out on one of the finest folk Punjabi singers as he takes to the stage! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.

KUMSHEEN RAFTING RESORT SUMMER MUSIC SERIES
When: Saturdays only until August 28, 2010
Where: Lytton, BC
Website: www.kumsheen.com
Need a refreshing summer adventure? Try Kumsheen Rafting Resort! Kumsheen invites you to an evening of music every Saturday from mid-July to the end of August. For more information and complete details, visit the website.

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SLOW FOOD CYCLE TOUR
When: Saturday, August 21, 2010
Where: Vacouver - Fraser Valley
Website: www.slowfoodvancouver.com
Do you love food? If so, check out Fraser Valleys Slow Food Cycle Tour. It’s a weekend full of fun and flavour as you meet local farmers, sample their products and tour their businesses on this countryside cycle tour. For more info, visit the website.

INDIA DAY CELEBRATION
When: Sunday, August 22, 2010
Where: Lakshmi Naryan Mandar - 8321 140th St, Surrey
Website: www.hindusikhforum.ca
The Hindu Sikh Forum of North America are proud to host India’s Independence Day celebrations on Aug 22nd. This free event takes place at the Lakshmi Naryan Mandar in Surrey, where you can expect cultural attraction, a parade and tons of actitvities for the kids! For more information, visit the website.

THE FAIR AT THE PNE
When: August 22 - September 27, 2010
Where: Vancouver
Website: www.pne.ca
The PNE celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, and the party will be sure to make you know about it. With a first class concert line up and entertainment, you’ll definitely want to go to the Fair this summer! For more information, visit the website.

LANGLEY’S INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
When: August 28 & 29, 2010 from 11am - 10pm
Where: Willoughby Park, 7888 – 200th Street, Langley
Website: www.langleysinternationalfestival.com
There‘s a world of possibilities for the entire family at the 9th Annual International Festival, a 2-day celebration near the new Langley Events Centre. Explore new tastes and cuisines from around the world. The line-up for the International Entertainment will be full of surprises and the marketplace will be full of treasures from near and far. Travel the world without leaving town! For more inforamtion, visit the website.