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The View From Your Window #221

We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!

New Team Set to Breathe New Life into Okanagan’s Iconic Naramata Inn

Kate Colley, Paul Hollands, Maria Wiesnermake and chef Ned Bell make up the new Naramata Hospitality Limited Partnership.

On Luxury Condos Full of Cocaine and Vancouver Hosting the Olympics Again

In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr finds a bait and switch and the government coming down on pop drinkers.

Throwback 10 Years Ago to When a Popular Gastown Restaurant Space Was First a Pop-Up Gallery

Before Boneta, Shirakawa and MeeT got cooking here, this space was first a 'satellite' pop-up during the Winter Olympics.

Tracking the Colourful Learning Curve of Local Artist / Activist Sandeep Johal

At the upcoming PechaKucha Vol. 51 (March 12th at the Vancouver Playhouse), she'll be taking the stage to expound on her creative process.

On Corporations Having Backroom Sex and Not Understanding How Protests Work

In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr finds growth machines and wonders at the timeline of fascism.

We Dig These Cabins Designed For Sustaining Good Times in the Wild

The cool and remote constructions take full advantage of photovoltaic panels, grey/black water treatment and rainwater collection.

The View From Your Window #220

We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!

Waxing Philosophical About Our Love Affair With Lunar Exploration

A short video on our love affair with lunar exploration, from the heady Apollo missions to planned missions for the 21st century.

On the Trouble With Terrible Newspapers and Pretending Everything Is Just Fine

In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr likes the idea of banning evictions in winter and learns what 'mission creep' means.

Scout List Vol. 557

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Feb. 12 to Feb. 18, 2019.

Breaking Down the Art of Buying Art With Pennylane Shen

The worldly curator, educator and artist consultant gives us some tips on how to find art for every budget and taste.

Long Before Markstrom, Luongo and McLean, the Canucks Had Royalty in Net

"Out of all the goaltenders who ever played for Vancouver, King Richard was perhaps the most inspiring..."

On Measuring Scumbags and the Burden of Being Temporarily Inconvenienced

In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr learns it's every wall for itself and dreams of turning condos into co-ops.

Meet Allan Cukier, Head Brewer of Vancouver Island’s Imminent Ucluelet Brewing Co.

Opening day for the highly anticipated brewery is set for Friday, February 14th with a special evening launch from 5-10pm.

Heading South? Frieze Art Fair Goes Down in Los Angeles This Weekend

Frieze will once again be held at Paramount Picture Studios with over 70 galleries participating from the U.S. and around the world.

The View From Your Window #219

We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!

Iconic Character ‘Jesus’ From The Big Lebowski Returning With Spin-Off Movie

'The Jesus Rolls' also stars Christopher Walken and Susan Sarandon. It's out March 6th, because nobody fucks with the Jesus.

On the Cutting Edge of Cactus Club and Living Under a Government of Landlords

In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr wonders if it's too late for Chinatown and laments a future without fireflies.

How Mt. Pleasant Narrowly Escaped Having a Massive Cop Shop and Jail

In early the early 1950s, the City of Vancouver had big plans to build a new police station where Kingsgate Mall is today.

Eight Cool Art Happenings We’re Looking Forward to Checking Out This Month

Here’s a round-up of just some of the exhibitions and arts events you don’t want to miss this month. Bonus: all are free to attend!

On World Class Oxymorons and Wearing Garlic Necklaces to Avoid Coronavirus

In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr finds cabs in bike lanes and plenty of masturbatory public relations.

Scout List Vol. 556

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Feb. 5 to Feb. 11, 2019.

You Need to Try This Rum ‘Old Fashioned’ With Cardamom and Five Spice

It's billed as an Old Fashioned, though it's anchored by rum instead of whisky and made unforgettable with some 5-spice syrup.

Diver Films School of Juvenile Fish ‘Walking’ Ocean Floor Off Bali

A bunch of young striped eel catfish were recently filmed schooling together for mutual protection and 'walking' the floor of Jemeluk Bay.

The View From Your Window #218

We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!

Wuhan Timelapse Shows Special Hospital Built by Small Army in Eight Days

Wuhan has become ghost town since the coronavirus scare rose to Threat Level: Freak Out. Not everyone is on lockdown, however.

On Dissolving Dungeness Crabs and Showering Luxury Condo Buyers With Diamonds

In his latest read of the local headlines, Sean Orr finds trouble in Little Saigon and a Twitter account worth following.