Assignment Editors: Special Events in Vancouver Parks

August 29, 2008 (No. 27) - 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.

Seventh Annual Vancouver Triathlon in Stanley Park Monday, September 1st. Event location is Second Beach near the Ceperley Playground. The park's roadways will be closed from 6 to 10 am for the event. For more information go to multisportscanada.com

Walk With A Naturalist in the Hastings Park Sanctuary Saturday, September 27th at 9am. Join a naturalist (tba) and learn how 80 or more species of birds have adopted the Sanctuary as their new habitat. Meet at the northeast corner of the Sanctuary for this two hour, free, guided walk. Rain or shine. Sponsored by the Hastings Park Conservancy. This invitation is not extended to dogs. Go to www.hastingspark.ca for more information.

Stanley Park FREE Shuttle Bus Runs until 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.

Bard on the Beach Runs until 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

Farmers' Market at Trout Lake Community Centre Parking Lot Saturdays now through October 25th 9am - 2pm. Featuring farm fresh fruits, vegetables & 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 through to October 22nd 12:30pm - 5:30pm Featuring fresh produce, plants and crafts plus so much more www.eatlocal.org

Terry Fox Run starts at Ceperley Meadow in Stanley Park Sunday, September 14th at 10am . Ten kilometre run, but shorter courses for other groups. Help celebrate 28 years of running success! For registration and other information phone 604-464-2666.

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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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