Various locations
An annual fundraising event dedicated to helping people living with HIV/AIDS celebrates its 20th anniversary next Tuesday.
The theme for this year’s Dining Out For Life event is “Eat. Drink. And Make a Difference.” And it’s really just that easy.
On March 25, participating restaurants from Whistler to White Rock will donate 25 per cent of their food sales to support the work of Friends For Life and A Loving Spoonful, non-profit organizations dedicated to men, women and children affected by HIV/AIDS. All proceeds will directly benefit the programs and services provided by these groups free-of-charge, including the delivery of more than 110,000 meals per year in Metro Vancouver and surrounding regions. In fact, one couple who spends $70 at a participating restaurant will provide meals for five clients.
Other services offered include nutritional counselling and meal planning, 60-plus support therapies ranging from therapeutic massage to naturopathy, music therapy to yoga, a weekly hot lunch program for youth affected by the disease, and end-of-life care for clients in their own homes.
While new infection rates in B.C. have decreased, advanced therapies mean people with HIV/AIDS are living longer and the number who depend on the services of Friends For Life and A Loving Spoonful continues to grow. For a complete list of participating restaurants, visit diningoutforlife.com/Vancouver.
Oakridge
The Vancouver Orchid Society 2014 Show and Sale takes place this weekend in the Floral Hall at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
The annual event brings together horticultural hobbyists and enthusiasts of all kinds to celebrate the beauty and diversity of orchids. It’s also a great opportunity for plant lovers to purchase unique orchids and supplies from hobby and commercial vendors from B.C., Ontario, the U.S. and Taiwan.
The highlight of the event is the show area where experienced growers will display some of their most exquisite orchids. The American Orchid Society will judge orchids registered for display. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 22, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 23. General admission is $7 and $6 for students and seniors. For more information, visit vancouverorchidsociety.ca. VanDusen Botanical Garden is located at 5251 Oak St.
West Point Grey
The Little Mountain Brass Band will perform Brass on Broadway, Sunday, April 6 at 2:30 p.m. at West Point Grey United Church, 4595 West Eighth Ave.
Enjoy brass versions of popular songs such as “Singing in the Rain,” “Let’s Face the Music and Dance” and more. Admission is by donation. For information, visit lmbb.ca.
