Assignment Editors: Special Events in Vancouver Parks

April 1, 2008 (No. 10) - Vancouver Parks host a diverse range of cultural events and outdoor activities. Listed below are some upcoming special events facilitated by the Vancouver Park Board. For detailed information please go to the Park Board website at www.vancouverparks.ca and look for Special Events under the For Your Information section.

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival Various Locations March 25 to April 20. Enjoy the third annual city-wide cherry blossom celebration this spring which includes the Cherry Jam Downtown Concert, Plein-air Blossom Painting, Blossom Biology, Tree Talks and Walks and much more. Visit the website for the events calendar and locations at www.vancouvercherryblossomfestival.com (link no longer available)

Earth Day in Everett Crowley Park Saturday, April 26, 11am to 4pm. Earth Day at Everett Crowley Park celebrates sustainability through environmental stewardship. This event is Vancouver's longest running Earth Day celebration. Tree planting, educational exhibits, and kids' activities that include face painting, games, activities and more. Call 604-325-0163 for details.

Nature Walk in Hastings Park Saturday, April 26, 9am, rain or shine. Join Naturalist Al Grass on a guided tour of the park's Sanctuary. These informative walks last approximately 2 hours. Over 100 species of birds have been identified in this urban wilderness. Learn about birds, plants, trees, flowers, aquatic life and more. Bring binoculars and cameras if you have them, but please leave your dog at home. Meet at the northeast corner of the Sanctuary. There is free parking off Renfrew Street opposite Pandora Street for visitors to the Sanctuary, or take the bus to Hastings and Renfrew Streets. Go to www.hastingspark.ca for details.

30th Annual VanDusen Botanical Garden Plant Sale Sunday, April 27, 10am to 4pm. The sale of the year! Over 40,000 plants are available. Catalogues can be picked up in advance beginning April 1 from the Garden Cashier for $2. Visa/MasterCard, cheques and cash accepted. Bring a wheelbarrow and a friend. Free admission to the garden.
Visit www.vandusengarden.org for more information.

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Contact: Carol DeFina, Communication Coordinator, 604-257-8440.
www.vancouverparks.ca

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation maintains 220 parks and 40 major facilities throughout the City of Vancouver. The Park Board's mission is to provide, preserve and advocate for parks and recreation services to benefit people, communities and the environment.

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