The Scout List, Vol. 429

The main objective of this website is to scout out and promote the things that make Vancouver such a sweet place to be. We do this with an emphasis on the city’s independent spirit to foster a sense of connectedness within and between our communities, and to introduce our readers to the people who grow and cook our food, play the raddest tunes in our better venues, create our most interesting art, and design everything from what we wear to the spaces we inhabit. The Scout List is our carefully considered, first rate agenda of super awesome things that we’re either doing, wishing that we could do, or conspiring to do this week, from our calendar to yours!

INAPPROPRIATE | Instagram removes content from feeds around the world every day. Sometimes that’s a totally good call. Other times, not so much. Hit The Shop in Chinatown this Friday night for Inappropriate for Instagram Art Show, an exhibition that definitely does not adhere to Instagram’s Community Guidelines, but 100% adheres to the create cool stuff guidelines. Meet some nice people, touch some fine denim and dig some interesting art.
Fri. July 21 | 8-11pm | 432 Columbia St. | DETAILS

OPEN | Depot Cafe by Timbertrain Coffee Roasters quietly opened its doors this week. Check it out at 551 McLean Drive, which is just off Woodland Park and around the corner from the brand new Earnest Ice Cream location). They’re currently in soft opening mode but they’re still serving up fantastic coffee and a solid offering of baked goods (perfect for a slow Saturday start). Keep in mind that the space is only open until 1pm and closed Sunday. Hustle in and check it out!
Mon-Sat | 8am-1pm | 551 McLean Dr | DETAILS

FILM | There’s a Gary Oldman double bill paying at The Rio on Thursday night. Catch Leon: The Professional (6:30pm) and The Fifth Element (9pm). Two fine films, one great actor! Add a grilled cheese and a cold beer and things will start feeling pretty perfect.
Thu, July 20 | 6:30/9pm | Rio Theatre (1660 E Broadway) | $8-$12 | DETAILS

RECYCLE | Have you come to terms with the fact that you won’t be able to fix your broken Cuisinart? Sick of stubbing your toe on the obsolete DVD player you’ve had hiding in a corner for five years now? Finally ready to part with your crimping iron? Moving on feels good, but make it a clean break, take your broken or unwanted small appliances and power tools to be recycled at Trout Lake Recycle Fest and know that they will be dealt with appropriate. No one needs to see another smashed tv set in a back alley. You’ll be rewarded for your efforts with a a toonie BBQ, a bouncy castles, a photo booth, popcorn, cotton candy, arts & crafts, music, games and prizes. Basically, it’s a huge outdoor park party where you also get to leave behind small appliance clutter.
Sat, Jul 22 | 10am–3pm | Trout Lake Community Centre (3350 Victoria Dr.) | DETAILS

MEAT FEST | Brewery & The Beast takes place this Sunday. Don’t get too excited; the yearly festival of high quality, hormone and antibiotic-free, ethically raised meats and top notch local beer is predictably sold out. Still salivating at the thought of a day filled with sausages, smoked, cured and barbecued meats, and crisp, cold beer? Craigslist has a few tickets kicking around – but jump fast as people go crazy for this kind of thing.
Sun, July 23 | 1-4pm | Concord Pacific Lot (88 Pacific Boulevard) | $99+ | DETAILS

TASTE | Fancy yourself a tasty bit of Kombucha? Swing by Oddity Kombucha this week and check out their newly opened tasting room. Sample a flight of three pours (think jasmine tea, elderberry and ginger-lemongrass) and compare flavours, grab a growler and head to a park or just order a glass of your favourite and chill out at a table for a while.
Tue-Sat | 10am-7pm | Oddity Kombucha Taproom (1863 Ontario St.) | $15 | DETAILS

BEACH IT | The weather has been so consistently hot and lovely that it’s hard to think in terms of winter – but those cold wet days will be here before we know it. It’s time to get serious about checking things off your summer ‘To Do’ list. If you haven’t packed up and spent a full day at the beach yet, now’s the time. English Bay, Kits, Wreck or Whytecliff are all great destinations. Pull together a picnic lunch or dinner and dig in for the long haul.

BRUNCH | Looking for a place to brunch with a group of friends who can never agree on what they want to eat for brunch – grab a Seabus across to North Van and make your way to The Brunch Affair, an all day brunch festival that offers diners everything from chocolate croissants, fresh pressed juice and eggs benny to cider, beer and coffee.
Sat, July 22 | 10am-4pm | 115 Victory Ship Way, North Van | DETAILS

UMALUMA | There’s a shiny new vegan ice cream joint in Chinatown just begging for you to visit. Dark Chocolate Truffle, Strawberry Malbec, Black Sesame, Caramel Sea Foam, Saffron Orange, Avocado Orange, Mojito? The list of flavours at Umaluma is imaginative and delicious. Don’t worry, the line moves fast!
Sun-Thu | 11am – 9pm | Fri & Sat 11am-11pm | 235 E. Pender| DETAILS

SKIN | Maybe being without clothing in public is your thing, or maybe it’s not. Either way, you should probably know that World Naked Bike Ride Day goes down this Saturday and the Vancouver contingent of naked bike riders will be peddling their way around the West End showing their support for car free culture and positive body image. Body painting starts at noon, ride begins at 2pm.
Sat July 22 | 12 noon | Sunset Beach Park and surrounding areas | Free | DETAILS

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