In April, Vancouver Art House Society sent out a plea to help bring the dude back to Dude Chilling Park and I’m pleased to report that, despite a fundraising shortfall, the Dude abides.
The Dude, Chilling
The Dude Returns to Dude Chilling Park
In 2012, artist Viktor Briestensky’s replaced Guelph Park’s signage with an official-looking prank sign that read “Dude Chilling Park” which was a reference to Michael Dennis’s 1999 sculptural installation, “Reclining Figure” [Source: Scout Magazine]. Since that time, the natural cedar sculpture which inspired Dude Chilling Park (Guelph Park) has suffered extensive deterioration. In 2017 it was transported to Denman Island for much needed repairs and to be cast in bronze.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2019 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm Where: Dude Chilling Park (Brunswick and E 8th, Vancouver)
The artist will be on hand, along with civic and Vancouver Park Board officials. The Undercoverswill be performing, hot dogs and bratwurst will be served along with refreshments. Donations will be welcome.
We’re in the thick of summer, the weather is nice and this weekend there’s a half marathon, a concert by the beach, and free outdoor movies (this Saturday it’s The Lego Movie 2 in Holland Park) and more! Your full list of things to do in Vancouver this weekend is below:
The rain didn’t stick around for long at Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, which was good news for Kaleidoscope Arts Festival vendors like Rocky Point Ice Cream – whose line grew with each parting cloud. It was another sunny Saturday in Coquitlam for the annual arts festival, filled with crafty wares, music, and entertainment.
This year’s free festival took place on Saturday, August 10th with the Lafarge Lake fountain splashing behind the main stage where acts like Royal Canoe, Terra Lightfoot and Current Swell performed.
Vancouver loves its bikes, and we love our late summer nights! On Saturday, September 7th, join 5,000 people on bikes to form a luminous parade through Vancouver’s city streets during Bike the Night. This family-friendly event kicks off at Sunset Beach with a festival featuring live music, food trucks, free snacks and tune-ups, games and tons of giveaways and prizes.
Bike The Night
When: Saturday, September 7, 2019 – 6:00pm pre-ride festival Where: Starts and Ends at Sunset Beach Tickets: Register and pay fees online. Youth 16 and under ride free.
Deck out your bike in your brightest lights because when the sun goes down you’ll be joining thousands of cyclists on a car-free ride through city streets. Enjoy music, food trucks, games, and tons of giveaways. Costumes are encouraged! Plane a group costume with friends and family. Outfit your ride with lights, reflectors, and stickers, the brighter, the better.
Volunteer
Volunteers are needed to help make this year’s Bike the Night the best yet! There are loads of positions for all skills and interests, including Volunteer Champion roles for those looking for more responsibility. Volunteer Champions are eligible for a $100 honorarium. Contact Hub for more info »
HUB Cycling is a charitable no-for-profit organization that has spent over 20 years removing barriers to cycling in Metro Vancouver, while cultivating the health, environmental, and economic benefits that active transportation can bring.
It’s the 20th anniversary of the Vancouver International Tap Dance Festival (“VanTap Fest”) takes place August 26 to September 1, 2019 with three premiere performances, a line up of free events, and more!
The 2019 VanTap Fest includes three premiere performances: Max Pollak’s All in One on Aug. 29th, Andrew Nemr’s Rising to the Tap on August 30th and the 20th Anniversary Gala Celebration on August 31st – all are at 8:00pm at the Orpheum Annex, 823 Seymour St.
Additional events include a Social Tap Jazz Jam on Wednesday August 25th at Frankie’s Jazz Club (765 Beatty St) and FREE events including a Film Screening on Monday August 26th, a Community Conversation about Tap Dance in Mediaon Tuesday August 27th, and an Open House on Sunday September 1st, all at the VanTap Cultural Arts Centre (2775 East Hastings St). This year, festival participants may choose from eight 5-day courses and over 30 weekend workshops.
The newly inducted Artistic Director of the Vancouver Tap Dance Society and Artistic Director of the 2019 VanTap Fest is Andrew Nemr, who according to the legendary Gregory Hines, “is one of the dancers to bring tap dance into the new millennium”. Andrew was born in Canada and has recently returned after a successful career as an independent artist in New York City.
Headlining the festival and featured on-stage, in-class, and at improvised jams, will be some of the most respected and in-demand tap dancers in the world today: Max Pollak, an international star known for his unique combination of Afro-Cuban rhythms and tap dance; Demi Remick who tours internationally with the incredibly popular Postmodern JukeBox; Andrew Nemr, dubbed “A Masterly Tapper” by the New York Times; and Danny Nielsen one of Canada’s most sought-after tap dancers.
Additional artists include solo jazz dancer Nathan Bugh (New York City), Bboy Gomo (Calgary), Estefanía Porqueras Ocaña (Barcelona), and Terry Brock (Seattle).
Win Tickets
I have a pair of tickets to give away to two shows at the festival: Max Pollack’s All in One (August 29th) and Andrew Nemr’s Rising to the Tap show (August 30th) both at the Orpheum Annex.
Here’s how you can enter to win:
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 5:00pm on Wednesday, August 21, 2019. Follow the VanTap Fest on Twitter and Facebook for more info.
