Assignment Editors: Special Events in Vancouver Parks

June 2, 2008 (No. 14) - 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 web site at www.vancouverparks.ca and look for Special Events under the For Your Information section.

Triathlon World Championships June 5th-8th at English Bay Spectators are encouraged to come down to English Bay to cheer on 2,500 participants who will run, swim and bike through Vancouver's West End in the final qualifying race before the Beijing 2008 Summer Games.

Bard on the Beach May 29th-September 27th at Vanier Park Bard is presenting its annual summer Shakespeare Festival and special events. Featured this year under the tents are Twelfth Night, King Lear, The Tempest and Titus Andronicus. Ph. 604-737-0625 or www.bardonthebeach.org .

Dog Day Afternoon June 14th 11am-3pm at John Hendry Park (Trout Lake) Bring your family and the best friend in the house to this popular canine festival. All kinds of fun and entertainment for you and your best friend - Dog Training Demos by DOGSmart Systems, Doggie Resource Lane, Canine Contests, Hot Dog BBQ, Free Draws, Give-away bags and more! Ph. 604-257-6955 for information.

Rio Tinto Alcan Dragon Boat Festival June 21st-22nd at Creekside Park, presented by the Canadian International Dragon Boat Society. www.dragonboatbc.ca .

Stanley Park FREE Shuttle Bus June 17th-September 21st, 10am-6:30pm daily A fun and convenient way to get around Stanley Park with stops at 15 popular locations. Ph. 604-257-8400.

Farmers' Market at Trout Lake Community Centre Parking Lot Saturdays now through October 25th 9am-2pm. Featuring farm fresh fruits, vegetables and plants, quality local crafts, delicious edibles, community information, live music and lots more. For more information go to www.eatlocal.org .

Farmers' Market at Riley Park Community Centre Parking Lot Wednesdays June 4th-October 22nd 12:30pm-5:30pm Featuring fresh produce, plants and crafts plus so much more www.eatlocal.org .

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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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