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THINGS TO CHECK OUT THIS WEEK IN GASTOWN

A non-exclusive list of things you should definitely put on your to-do list this week.

Meuse Boutique Moves to Gastown

Gastown is getting a taste of French and Belgian inspiration! The lovely shop, Meuse Boutique has moved to Gastown, offering refurbished furniture, vintage pieces and classic romantic fashions. Visit Gastown’s newest boutique (207 Abbott St) for one of a kind, European style.

Samonie Toonoo Collection at Innuit Gallery

From March 14th to April 3rd, Inuit Gallery of Vancouver is proud to present Samonie Toonoo’s collection of work. Samonie Toonoo’s work continues to challenge established paradigms for Inuit sculptural work in the contemporary art world. Over the last 25 years as an artist, Samonie has evolved from realistic depictions of wildlife and figurative forms into this collection. Visit Inuit Gallery (206 Cambie St) to view this incredible collection.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Irish Heather

Photo credit: Charles Zuckermann

Come grab a pint (or two) and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Vancouver’s only Irish owned establishment. The Irish Heather will be celebrating Ireland’s patron saint in true fashion with live music, great food, great people, and no cover charge.

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The Blarney Stone Hosts St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Join The Blarney Stone for an exciting St. Patrick’s Day event. The Blarney Stone is hosting a cornucopia of celebrations with face painting, balloon art sculpture, street performances and live music starring Killarney, The Sheets, and Violin DJ Michael Fraser. Partial Proceeds will be donated to Athletics 4 Kids.

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Live Celtic Music and St. Patrick’s Day at Portside Pub

May the luck of the Irish shine upon on you as Portside Pub celebrates St. Patrick’s Day. Grab a seat at Portside Pub and enjoy live Celtic music by Rob Fyfe and Drew Sexsmith, special sleeves of Persephone Brewing Company‘s award-winning stout and Jameson Irish Whiskey and delicious bites from Portside’s brand new full menu.

Shine Nightclub Presents Julio Bashmore and Martin Buttrich

Two exciting talents will be playing live at Shine Nightclub. House music fans: lookout for UK producer and DJ, Julio Bashmore who will be spinning live at Thursday March 20. Known for his sonic approach, Julio Bashmore has been attacking the house music scene since 2010. EVENT DETAILS

On Friday March 21, the “technical prowess” Martin Buttrich will be mixing live. Buttrich’s journey into electronic music began in clubs in Berlin and Hannover at the dawn of the ‘90s, when post-Summer of Love-Europe began to swing to its own hypnotic, machine-like groove. Having his debut solo album Crash Test released on Desolat in early 2010, Martin Buttrich is taking his vision to the road, fusing wild imagination with solid musical architecture, cherry-picked inspiration with true perfection of his musical craft. EVENT DETAILS

Gastown’s Weekly Live Music Lineup

Coco Jafro will be electrifying the stage at Guilt & Company this Saturday, March 22nd. Praised as one of the premier funk/soul acts in Western Canada, Coco Jafro has performed at music festivals with a unique sound that’s flows from a foundation of deep-set grooves and North African rhythms. More international and local talent will be perfomring in Gastown – check out this week’s lineup below.

Monday March 17

Mike Van Eyes at Revel Room

Lower Case Trio at Guilt & Company

Tuesday March 18

Steve Kozak Blues Trio at Revel Room

Live Music Night at The Irish Heather

Le Cabaret du Passe – Deviant InVersions at Guilt & Company

Wednesday March 19

The Revellers at Revel Room

Jen Hodge All Stars at Guilt & Company

Thursday March 20

DJ Take 5 at Milano Expresso Lounge