Join us at the West End Strawberry Festival to learn about the West End Community Plan and the upcoming opening of Jim Deva plaza.
Date/Time: Jun 25 2016, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Vancouver, Barclay Heritage SquareCost: Free
Celebrate the start of summer at this year's 26th annual Strawberry Festival! Stop by at 1:00pm to catch some bargains, grab a seat in front of the band, or take in the vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a piece of strawberry shortcake and buy some raffle tickets for a chance at amazing prizes!
At 3:00pm, Michael Gordon, Senior Planner for Downtown, will lead a walking tour of heritage buildings in the West End. The tour will include Nicola and Cardero Streets.
You will also have an opportunity to learn about Mobi, the City of Vancouver's new bike sharing service!
West End Community Plan
The West End is a liveable neighbourhood that is home to a unique mix of people and places.
The Strawberry Festival is an all-ages event. There will be with live music, raffles, vendors with unique wares, kid’s games and strawberry shortcake!
Come join us in celebrating the start of summer. Stop by at 1:00pm to catch some bargains, grab a seat in front of the band or take in the vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a piece of strawberry shortcake and buy some raffle tickets for a chance at amazing prizes!
This event will feature:
$5 Strawberry Shortcake served in biodegradable dishware!
Live music by Black Gardenia (www.blackgardenia.ca), Backspin Bluegrass Band (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Backspin-Band/308470142696996), and WESN’s own Heritage Harmonies Choir!
Bazaar: • Happy Hookers’ Craft Sale (WESN members) • Book Sale • Art Sale • West End Art
Activities: • Kids Zone: face painting, bouncy castle • Free Senior’s Led Craft Workshops • Photo Booth by Blue Monkey Photobooth • Chair Massage
Onsite composting and recycling by Recycling Alternative!
Other exciting booths by: Vancouver Public Library, Senior Services Advisory Committee, West End Community Police, West End Planning Committee, Amica Mature Lifestyles, Village Vancouver and West End Clean Team!
Our friendly neighbours will also be having exciting events for you to check out! Friends for Life will be having an open house, BBQ and bake sale.
Roedde House Museum will be be open for and complimentary tours.
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