I think it’s really important to stay in touch with whatever lit up eight-year-old you. Crafts, picking flowers, your favourite sport or video game - those things bring a spark to your life that can’t be beat. For me, that’s dance. More specifically, flamenco was my first love. Stamping your feet dramatically while prancing around in the biggest skirts you’ve ever seen? Yep, lil’ me ate that up.

Well, the Vancouver Flamenco Festival is just around the corner, taking over Performance Works from 9/19-27 with free outdoor performances, artists from around the world, workshops and more. Win your way in and celebrate flamenco’s rich traditions and ever-evolving future.*

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• Daniel Wesley has been capturing hearts for years with his heartfelt lyrics, warm melodies, and laid-back energy. See him live at the Hollywood Theatre on 11/20!

• In less than 2 hours your could be savouring Whistler mountain views paired with a Mountain Top Summer Feast at the Roundhouse Lodge. The feast is on us for one lucky winner, alongside an alpine sightseeing experience. Enter to win!*

• Steve Lacy brings his mix of R&B, funk and guitar pop to UBC, closing the Oh Yeah? Tour in Vancouver on 11/30. You already know “Bad Habit” will hit live.

• You can go your own way! Or you could experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac live at the Massey Theatre on 10/4 with the premiere cover band Rumours. Get your tickets.*

• Father of Peace bring their self-described “sun-core” to the Biltmore on 12/5 for The Year of Madness & The Mystery Century Tour. What is sun-core? That’s for you to find out!

WHERE TO PLAY POOL

If you’re a pool shark who travels with your own cue or just want something to do with your hands between beers this guide is for you. Some of my core memories in Vancouver have been around a pool table. There’s nothing like getting to know a friend over a little friendly competition. Go shoot some pool!

UPCOMING

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• Folk tunes for your summer soundtrack. Listen to True Mountain Laurel’s new single Holy Hell.

• For fans of The Beaches! Join Carmine’s existential crisis with their new single Want Me To.

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