Looking for something to pass the cloudy days or itching to learn something in the new year? We've collected a selection of events, classes, and workshops occurring month in Vancouver and Burnaby, so be sure to check them out!
Vancouver Winter Farmers' Market
Location: Nat Bailey Stadium, East Parking Lot (4601 Ontario Street / Vancouver - map)
Dates: November 3, 2012 to April 27, 2013 (Closed December 29)
Hours: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm each Saturday
Thought the start of winter meant the end of locally grown and made goodies?
Continuing from last month, the winter market hosts over 60 vendors -- nearly as many as the three main Vancouver summer markets combined! -- offers a range of foods, from local produce to homemade chocolate and maple treats.
In an effort to reduce plastic use at the market, please bring your own shopping bags.
For more information on the market, including transportation and parking at the site, please visit their website: http://www.eatlocal.org/
Fusion Kitchen Winter Classes
Location: Save On Meats (43 West Hastings Street / Vancouver - map)
Dates: January 11, 2013 to February 7, 2013 (see website for class times)
Cost: From $45 to $70 per person (plus processing fees)
Fusion Kitchen returned last month with a series of three classes, covering Hungarian, Romanian, and Pakistani dishes, all taught by recent immigrant women. Join them and discover a range of delicious sweet and savoury dishes.
For more information or to register, please visit the Eventbrite page: http://fusionkitchendecember.eventbrite.ca/
Yoghurt and Yoghurt Cheese
Location: Hastings Community Centre (3096 East Hastings / Vancouver - map)
Date: January 15, 2013, from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $8
Part of the Seasons of Food workshop series, instructor Ninna Snider will take you through the process of making yoghurt and yoghurt cheese in the comfort of your own home. It might seem overwhelming at first, but with a little practice, you could be making it at home on a regular basis.
For more information or to register, visit the Hastings Community Centre website: https://pbregister.vancouver.ca/
Note that child- and infant-minding are also available for this one-day class. Register early, because spots are limited.
Family Cooking
Location: Hastings Community Centre (3096 East Hastings / Vancouver - map)
Date: January 21, 2013, from 3:15 pm to 6:15 pm
Cost: $30
Join others in the kitchen for an afternoon to prepare your evening meal with other members of our community -- and go home with supper for up to six people! This workshop is part of the Seasons of Food series.
Sessions also take place on February 18, 2013 and March 11, 2013.
For more information or to register, visit the Hastings Community Centre website: https://pbregister.vancouver.ca/
Note that child- and infant-minding are also available for this one-day class. Register early, because spots are limited.
Apple Sauce
Location: Hastings Community Centre (3096 East Hastings / Vancouver - map)
Date: January 22, 2013, from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $8
Join instructor Melody Kurt for a morning of canning, and take home a jar or two of delicious apple sauce to share with your family. Participants will learn new skills on how to grow, prepare and preserve healthy food.
For more information or to register, visit the Hastings Community Centre website: https://pbregister.vancouver.ca/
Note that child- and infant-minding are also available for this one-day class. Register early, because spots are limited.
Botany for Gardeners
Location: Hastings Community Centre (3096 East Hastings / Vancouver - map)
Date: January 22, 2013, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $35
Understanding the fascinating mechanisms of plant growth, reproduction and genetics will make you a better gardener. This course, taught by Grant Watson of Grant's Gourmet Gardens, emphasizes the behaviour of food producing plants. It is a recommended prerequisite for "Seed Saving and Basic Plant Breeding".
For more information or to register, visit the Hastings Community Centre website: https://pbregister.vancouver.ca/
The Book of Kale
Location: Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch (4595 Albert Street / Burnaby - map)
Date: January 24, 2013, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Cost: Free
Kale is one of the most nutrient-dense greens out there, but many people don't know just how delicious it can be. Sharon Hannon, author of The Book of Kale, will be at McGill to talk about her book, answer questions, and sign copies of the book.
Books will be available for purchase at the event for $25.
The event is free, but space is limited. To register, visit the event website and click "Sign up for The Book of Kale" or call (604) 299-8955.
For more information, visit http://bpl.bc.ca/events/the-book-of-kale
Force of Nature
Location: Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch (4595 Albert Street / Burnaby - map)
Date: January 31, 2013, from 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm
Cost: Free
Force of Nature is a documentary detailing David Suzuki's life, thoughts, and legacy, delivered in the style of "a last lecture", and touches on our relationships with the natural world and offers a message for sustainability and survival.
The event is free, but space is limited. To register, visit the event website and click "Sign up for Force of Nature" or call (604) 299-8955.
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