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Bev Mantovani (second from left),

Flamenco show is family affair

You know something is very unique when a grandmother, her daughter and granddaughter are bound together by the same passion, one that allows them to express themselves and perform together on the same stage.


 

Glee actor comes to LemonAid

The Burnaby-based Down Syndrome Foundation is hosting LemonAid, a fundraiser on May 23 at the River Rock Show Theatre in Richmond, and a well-known figure from the hit TV show Glee will be there.


 

Greystone Plaza SuperValu now open

After waiting a long time, residents near Greystone Plaza in North Burnaby finally have a local grocery store again.


 
Bowen Island’s Susan Hogan

Dynamic Kayak surfaces at rEvolver Festival

Kayak written by Jordan Hall at the rEvolver Festival. Remaining dates May 18, 19, 22, 24, 26. For more information visit upintheairtheatre.com/kayak-vancouver.


 
Comics Amir K and Reza Peyk

Iranian comics make a stand at Centennial Theatre

An evening of comedy by Amir K. with host Reza Peyk at Centennial Theatre, Sunday, May 26 at 8 p.m. Tickets $45/$35/$25. For more information visit centennialtheatre.com.


 
Ray Gibson, 19

Ray Gibson ready for her close-up at Cloverdale Rodeo

Ray Gibson, Cloverdale Rodeo, Alice McKay Building, May 17-19 at 8 p.m.


 
Inspired by Mark Twain

Mud keeps everything rooted in reality

- Mud. Written and directed by Jeff Nichols. Starring Matthew McConaughey, Tye Sheridan and Reese Witherspoon.


 
Heritage Home Tour

Intensive reno restored Kirk House

It's referred to as the Kirk House on this year's annual Heritage Home Tour and Tea, but for many people it's the dance school - and its tough-but-charismatic teacher Josephine Slater - who comes to mind when they see the big blue heritage house at Third Avenue and Third Street.


 

Power of music explored at library

Recently, science has turned its attention to the study of music and how it affects our emotions and our brains.


 

Inventors unite at Mini Maker Faire

Artists, inventors, builders, crafters, scientists, engineers and farmers are invited to take part in the third annual Vancouver Mini Maker Faire, a celebration of do-it-yourself culture.


 

Showtimes

Star Trek Into Darkness 3D - Fri, Tue-Thur 6: 30, 8, 9: 45; Sat-Mon 12, 1: 15, 3: 15, 4: 20, 6: 30, 8, 9: 45 p.m.


 

Calendar

Artemis Gallery: 104C-4390 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Info: 778-233-9805 or artemisgallery.ca.


 

Thank you to Music Man

Dear Editor: -- Re: City arts icon dies, The Record, May 3.


 
 
Ray Gibson

Gibson ropes in rodeo gig

Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair is starts tomorrow and rising Maple Ridge country star Ray Gibson will be performing on the new youth stage during the weekend event.


 
Canadian band Platinum Blonde.

Platinum Blonde at Surrey's Canada Day event

Platinum Blonde and Sloan will headline Surrey's big Canada Day party this year, event organizers announced Wednesday.


 
Grug, a striped-haystack character

18,000 expected for 'blossoming' festival

If the weather is decent from May 23 to 25, this year's version of Surrey Children's Festival could hit the 18,000 attendance mark over the three days.


 

Time to laugh your Butt off

Favourite Canadian stand-up funny guy Brent Butt will be at the Clarke Foundation Theatre on May 25.


 

Hot Tickets

May 17, Sweeney Singers spring concert is at 7: 30 p.m., Bakerview Church, 2285 Clear-brook Rd., Abbotsford. By donation. Call 604-856-7765 or see sweeneysingers.com