Art Downtown is an outdoor summer event where artists showcase their work in two beautiful downtown Vancouver locations. Featuring live music, different artists every week, and live art demonstrations in the summer sun. Enjoy the free exhibits on July 17, August 7, and August 19. Art Downtown: Dates: July 17,
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Enjoy a Summer of Fun at Indigo! Every Saturday during July between 11:00AM and 1:00PM, kids can register to participate in an hour of storytime and crafts. Each reservation will also earn a $5 Indigo/Chapters/Coles gift card! July 5: Bluey Playtime Party July 12: Pokemon Trade and Play July 19:
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My daughter loves art, and neither my husband nor I has a single artistic bone in our body, which means we are often looking elsewhere to support and encourage her love of painting and drawing. There are only so many craft kits and supplies I can stock the house with
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Iconic art institution The Polygon Gallery is excited to introduce “Kids First” located at the Polygon Gallery, where children and families are invited to create their own artwork. The projects are geared toward children 5-12 and are based on current gallery installations. The Polygon – Kids First: Date: The first
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The Michaels Make Break features crafty fun for people of all ages. Similar to Kids Club, the craft projects are done on a drop-in basis. Visit the store during designated times, purchase the item that’s central to your project, and then you have access to the Michaels project room, their
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Spring is in the air and with the warmer weather comes an abundance of great craft fairs and artisan markets around Metro Vancouver. Whether you are looking for some unique wares, delicious treats, handmade clothing or farm finds, there are plenty of options for you to shop local and connect
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If you have an emerging artist in your family, don’t miss Family Tours at the Vancouver Art Gallery! Every Sunday at 2pm, the Gallery hosts kid-friendly tours for ages 5-12. The Making Place is open from 11am-4pm for families to get creative and make your own work of art based
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My kids love to craft and fortunately, I’ve amassed quite the collection of odds and ends through teaching and from my days working in daycare centres. But nothing compares to the incredible selection and excitement of Urban Source. If you’re looking for a unique and imaginative shopping destination that will
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Did you know you can shop and have your kids entertained at the same time? Just head to Michaels on any given Saturday and have your children craft while you browse. Parents are required to remain on the premises.These classes occur on Saturdays, are about 30 minutes long and geared
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Amsterdam-based artist digestor—aka Peter Orsag—along with a collection of his most recent original works- is making a stop at The Drive Canteen. In addition to the original pop art paintings on display, there will be a Simpson’s-theme photo installation on site, Simpson’s-themed activities for all ages, door prizes and free gifts
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