3D Magnetic Lenses

Putting on 3D glasses over a pair of your own can make going to the movies less enjoyable. Luckily, Eyeland Framemakers is now carrying custom made magnetic lenses by Chemistrie. These lightweight lenses are built with patent lens-layer technology that will transform a RX frame into polarized sunglasses, readers, 3D glasses or computer glasses with the click of a lens. Head over the Eyeland and take a peek at their collection of new spectacles and Chemistrie lenses.

  

A Study of Neopolitan Life

Fashion’s biggest month has finally arrived and we’re excited to see all the new collections at our neighbourhood shops. Menswear boutique, Neighbour, has received an exciting A/W 14 collection by O.Ballou. This particular line was founded by Simon Cato, who has worked with the oldest and most respected production facilities in Italy to balance traditional hand-tailoring and advanced garment techniques, while incorporating full grain leathers, fine wools, cashmere, silk, and other high grade materials. O.Ballou’s first full-fledged collection is one of the many new fall arrivals at Neighbour.

Did someone say Pumpkin Ale?

Since it’s the first week of September, why not kick off the new season with pumpkin flavour?. Steamworks Beer & Wine Store has stocked their shelves with Steamworks‘ highly coveted seasonal brew, the pumpkin ale – a malty-spiced ale brewed with pumpkin pie spices and 100 lbs. of pumpkin mash. Come get yours at their retail store located at 375 Water Street.

Sexy Funny Burlesque Live

Comedienne April O’Peel combines comedy and seduction in the salacious and vivacious live show ‘The Sexy Funny Burlesque’. Pop into Guilt & Company to catch their upcoming show this Tuesday September 2nd and watch a cast of hilarious local comics team up with the best of the best in Vancouver burlesque to entertain you with jokes that will tickle your funny bone.

And don’t forget…

Pop-Up Park

Good news! The pop-up park is returning this week! This Friday and Saturday (Sept 5th & 6th), the 200 block of Carrall Street will transform into a pop-up park with extended restaurant patios and game tables along the roadway to provide public seating everyone can enjoy. Come by and play a game of snakes and ladders, chess, checkers, ludo, and backgammon. More details

Back to School Gear

It’s September, which means it’s time to prepare for the back to school season. We walked around the neighbourhood and spotted some stylish commuter satchels, laptop bags and backpacks. Here are a few to consider as you do your shopping rounds. Read more

Weekly Entertainment

Tuesday, September 2

Steve Kozak Blues Trio at Revel Room

Live Music Night at The Irish Heather

Funny Sexy Burlesuqe at Guilt & Company 

Tiki Tuesdays at Clough Club

Wednesday, September 3

The Revellers at Revel Room

Jen Hodge All Stars at Guilt & Company

Thursday, September 4

Mike Van Eyes at Revel Room

DJ Take 5 at Milano Espresso Lounge  

Live Music Night at The Irish Heather 

The Sheets with DJ Lickity Split at The Blarney Stone

Ground Up ft. Tonye Aganaba at Guilt & Company

Friday, September 5

DJ Take 5 at Milano Espresso Lounge

The Unusual Suspects with DJ Steel at The Blarney Stone

Live Piano at Jules Bistro

TBA at Guilt & Company 

Saturday, September 6

The Unusual Suspects with DJ Steel at The Blarney Stone

Live Piano at Jules Bistro

Ryan Guldemond, Ali Siadat & James Calvin Thompson at Guilt & Company 

Sunday, September 7

The Do-Rites at Revel Room

Harpdog Brown Trio at Guilt & Company 

Live Jazz at Pourhouse

Sunday Night Vinyl Night at The Diamond
  

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