Events

5 Egg-cellent Events Happening in Vancouver this Week (April 15-21)

By Alyssa Hirose /

There’s indie bands for Tommy, cannabis forsister Sue…

(Art Credit: Kali Spitzer.)

HonouringH2O

Through October 2

Check out water-inspired artwork created by Indigenous women artists in qaʔ yəxw – water honours us: womxn and waterways. The nine artists curatedby the ReMatriate Collective are showcasing work that explores women’s uniquerelationship with water – as child bearers, healers, doulas, and more.Contributors include film artist Kali Spitzer (Kaska Dena) whose work capturesher people, ceremonies, and culture.

When: Now – Wednesday, October 2
Where: Bill Reid Gallery
Cost: Varies; free for Indigenous peoples
More Info: billreidgallery.ca

(Photo Credit: Emily Carr University.)

DaringDocudramedy

April 17

The docudramedy When the Storm Fades explores both fear and tragedy – the filmfinds laughter and tears as it follows a Filipino family’s journey to recoverfrom the 2013 Typhoon Haiyan. Inspired by true stories, the project alsofeatures two misguided white saviour characters who provide both comedic reliefand a dark look at the realities of voluntourism. Got questions? A panelistQ&A will follow the screening.

When: Wednesday, April 17 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Reliance Theatre
Cost: Free
More Info: ecuad.ca

(Photo Credit: Tantalus Labs.)

Comets& Cannabis

April 18

Celebrate our perfectly legal 420 a few daysearly at Planet Trichrome, a cannabis/lifestyle event that promises to be outof this world. Participants will explore and interact with multiple rooms andstyles of live music throughout the evening. How high is space, exactly?

When: Thursday, April 18 7:00 p.m.
Where: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
Cost: From $20
More Info: leisure.events

(Photo Credit: lovelytheband.)

BlowoutBand

April 19

Despite their tour title “Finding it Hard toSmile,” lovelytheband has something to grin about – demand for their upcomingperformance overwhelmed the original concert space, and they’ve since had tofind a new home at the Commodore. Come to this indie pop band’s concert fortheir angsty teen look (and stay for their toe-tapping tunes).

When: Friday, April 19 8:00 p.m.
Where: Commodore Ballroom
Cost: From $34
More Info: commodoreballroom.com

(Photo Credit: The Teahouse in Stanley Park.)

HappyTea-ster

April 19-22

If you’re hunting for the perfect Easteractivity, look no further. Treat yourself to an elegant Easter brunch at theTeahouse in Stanley Park, where chefs are serving up delicious creations like astrawberry and peach crepe duo with pastry cream and fresh fruit. We’d takecrepes over chocolate eggs any day.

When: Friday, April 19 – Monday, April 22
Where: The Teahouse
Cost: Varies
More Info: vancouverdine.com/teahouse

Alyssa Hirose

Alyssa Hirose

Alyssa Hirose is a Vancouver-based writer, editor, illustrator and comic artist. Her work has been featured in Vancouver magazine, Western Living, BCBusiness, Avenue, Serviette, Geist, BCLiving, Nuvo, Montecristo, The Georgia Straight and more. Her beats are food, travel, arts and culture, style, interior design and anything dog-related. She publishes a daily autobiographical comic on Instagram at @hialyssacomics.