Michelle Sproule
Michelle Sproule grew up in Kitsilano and studied in Australia and at the University of Victoria before receiving her graduate degree in Library Sciences from the University of Toronto. She lives in beautiful Strathcona and enjoys wandering through the city’s streets and alleyways with her two very best friends, a beat up camera and a 50mm lens. Her popular Scout List – a curated compendium of Vancouver’s most interesting happenings - is published every Wednesday afternoon.
Scout List Vol. 577
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from April 8 to April 15, 2021.
FROM THE COLLECTION // A Model-Sized Version of an Iconic City of Vancouver Statue
The Museum of Vancouver's CEO, Mauro Vescera, shares a piece that inspires some personal childhood nostalgia...
Scout List Vol. 576
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Mar. 18 to Mar. 24, 2021.
You Need to Try This Ontama Eggs Benedict With Yuzu Miso Hollandaise
The Japanese style of poached egg is served on a slice of toast and topped with a revelatory yuzu miso hollandaise sauce.
Scout List Vol. 575
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Mar. 12 to Mar. 17, 2021.
FROM THE COLLECTION // An Inspiring DIY Guide from The Regional Assembly of Text’s Library
Brandy Fedoruk tells us about a handy little publication that's currently piqued his interest...
Ceramicist Shuobi Wu Shares Recipe For Special ‘Homecoming’ Lotus Root Soup
"No matter how old I get, wherever I go, that one or two times every year that I went home, the first meal was always the Lotus Root soup."
Scout List Vol. 574
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Mar. 4 to Mar. 11, 2021.
Vancouver, It’s Time to Plant Your Veggies!
In the interest of getting as many herb and vegetable enthusiasts on the right track to food-producing crops this spring and summer, we’ve rounded up a few of our favourite seed sources for inspiration.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Photo Album of a Legendary BC Mountaineer and Scientist
Archivist Jessica Bushey, PhD, previews an exceptional collection of photography capturing BC's mountaineering history.
Scout List Vol. 573
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Feb. 19 to Feb. 25, 2021.
Arguably the Best Brownie Situation Ever Sold in Vancouver
The delicious and not too sweet things are dense, chewy and creamy at the same time, no doubt the result of some alchemic spell.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Museum of Vancouver’s Expo Ernie Key Chain
The MOV Operations Manager shares a souvenir that commemorates both a historic local event and an invaluable personal memory.
You Need to Try This Soul-Warming Bowl of ‘Fagioli’ on Commercial Drive
A star on the regular menu at Livia, this little bowl packs big punches of flavour and warmth on cold winter days.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Personal Photo Emily Carr Sent to Her Closest Friends
VAG Chief Librarian Jane Devine Mejia shares an image that sheds intimate light on a Vancouver icon, who celebrates her 150th birthday this year...
We Want to Drink These Four Different Margaritas in Miniature at La Mezcaleria
The Commercial Drive restaurant's bartender, Felipe Torres, starts making the Margarita Tasting Flights tonight.
We Can’t Wait to Stay at Bowen Island’s Upcoming, Japanese-Inspired Kitoki Inn
We all need things to look forward to right now, which is why I've had my eye on this getaway that's now taking shape...
We Want These Vintage Demitasse Coffee Cups From the Hotel Vancouver
There were less than a dozen available when we poked our heads in, so it might be wise to strike sooner rather than later.
Take a Look Inside the New Main Street Location of Nouvelle Nouvelle
The minimalist aesthetic makes for a subtle yet compelling backdrop, allowing the carefully considered inventory to pop.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Vancouverite Who Waited a Lifetime for the Right to Vote
Krisztina Laszlo, Archivist at the Rare Books and Special Collections at UBC, shares an image that's worth a thousand words.
A Homegrown Guide To Being A Shopping Hero This Holiday Season
Gift giving season is upon us. Let's do our best to show local businesses that we value what they do by spending our dollars as close to home as we can.
Shopping Local This Holiday Season? ‘Got Craft’ Kicks Off Tomorrow and Has You Covered
Got Craft's online version of their famous winter shopping event has no line ups, no crowds and no malls.
We Want Some Hand Written Communications from Friends and Family
Jeanette has a knack for saying what I struggle to find the words for, and she pairs the messages with cheerful illustrations.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Museum of Vancouver’s Poignant 1921 ‘Decoration Day’ Poppy
We asked Wendy Nichols, Curator of Collections at the Museum of Vancouver, to share a museum piece that really spoke to her...
FROM THE COLLECTION // Find This Unique Piece Inside the Museum of Anthropology at UBC
Dr. Carol Mayer, Head of museum's Curatorial and Design Department, singles out a beautiful Coast Salish panel.
We Want Bottles of this Local Company’s New Wild Black Spruce and Giant Kelp Hand Wash
Who knew the world of hand cleaning would ever become such a highly considered part of our daily lives?
Scout List Vol. 572
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Oct. 30 to Nov. 11, 2020.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Museum of Vancouver’s 1930’s Ouiji Board
Jillian Povarchook, the Museum of Vancouver's Acting Curator, spooks herself out with a timely pick from the collection...
