VANCOUVER & AREA.
Experience a world of music and art in the natural splendor of Harrison Hot Springs.Staff Writer
80th British Columbia Highland Games and Scottish Festival, Coquitlam, BC, June 23, 2012
While encompassing all that is Scottish: from drumming to dancing; piping to pulverizing; the heavy events are not only among one of the popular draws to this event, but also the oldest contested sports in the world: including a series of nine feats of strength events, performed over the course of one to two days. Many of the events are derived from the Scottish military weapons of war, while others came directly from every day life. The modern day Olympics are directly descended from the Scottish Games, not from the ancient Greek tradition. With an array of tasty treats and activities for the kids, these games should definitely gehtyah gohwyn! Phone (604) 263-9111 for more information, or visit the website at www.bchighlandgames.com.
Harrison Festival of the Arts, Harrison, BC, July 7- 15, 2012
Experience a world of music and art in the natural splendor of Harrison Hot Springs. For 34 years the Harrison Festival of the Arts has presented the best in Canadian and International performing and visual arts in a setting free of large crowds, line-ups and high ticket prices. Enjoy Festival activities set against the magnificent mountains and sandy beaches of Harrison Lake, while experiencing the many fine restaurants, shops and other attractions offered by the beautiful, lakeside Village of Harrison Hot Springs. The Festival is an event the whole family can enjoy featuring music from all corners of the globe, as well as visual and literary arts, theatre, a large outdoor art and craft market, workshops and a special day for children. Phone (604) 796-3664/(604) 796-3554 / Email info@harrisonfestival.com for more information..
Caribbean Days Festival, Vancouver, BC, July 28 -29, 2012
The Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society of BC is an organization dedicated to providing cross cultural understanding, acceptance and interaction between peoples of diverse nationalities and heritage through their art, music and their respective talents and abilities. Membership is open to people of all nationalities, color and creeds. They aim to contribute to the development of Canadian culture and to present an event that envelops and includes various ethnic groups and cultures. Their goal is to have the festival reflect the diverse Canadian mosaic; through arts and crafts, music, dance and food of the Caribbean, while still embracing and showcasing those talents in other cultures; all within a harmonious and peaceful setting. If you need further information, please call (604) 515-2400 • email marketing@caribbeandays.ca • www.caribbeandays.ca.