Psycho at the Cinematheque
See the classic 1960 Alfred Hitchcock thriller on the big screen. Psycho was shocking in its time, but still packs a punch; you may never look at motels, mothers, or showers the same way again. Speaking of showers, Psycho’s well-known shower scene also happens to be the focus of a new feature documentary, 78/52, also screening this week at the Cinematheque, if you want to make a double bill of it.
When: Jan. 5, 8:20 p.m. and Jan. 6, 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Cinematheque, 1131 Howe St.
thecinematheque.ca
Inspiration Lab Drop-in: Digitization
Fresh from the holidays and thinking about preserving treasured memories? The Vancouver Public Library’s Inspiration Lab is holding a workshop that may be exactly what you need to get your personal history into this century. Their digitization class will cover the lab’s video (VHS and 8 mm), audio (cassette tapes) and photo (slides, negatives, photos) digitization equipment, so you can get to work on your own projects this year.
When: Jan. 4, 11 a.m. to noon. Offered again Jan. 13 and Feb. 2.
Vancouver Public Library Central Branch,
Where: 350 West Georgia St.
vpl.ca/inspirationlab
Bowie Ball - A Celebration of the Life and Music of David Bowie with guests
The third annual celebration of life and creative genius of musician David Bowie will once again rock the Rickshaw. Proceeds from this night of music from more than 20 local acts will go to the Canadian Cancer Society. Tickets available online at Ticketfly.com.
When: Jan. 6, doors 7 p.m.
Where: Rickshaw Theatre, 254 East Hastings St.
rickshawtheatre.com
Noodle Mania #5
New year, new chance to really use your noodle. Or, at least eat some. Vancouver Foodster’s fifth Noodle Mania takes place on Jan. 10, when attendees will eat their way from restaurant to restaurant enjoying all sorts of tasting plates showcasing noodle dishes from around the globe.
When: Jan. 10 at 6 p.m.
Where: Participating restaurants in Vancouver
vancouverfoodster.com
The Challenge of Change
If the new year has you feeling ready to take on all sorts of new endeavours, you aren’t alone. And you could also very well be standing in your own darn way on the path to change. Dig in deep with a free lecture event put on by the Clearmind International Institute, as experts Catherine and Duane O’Kane talk about how you unconsciously sabotage your own success, and how you can work through it.
When: Jan. 10, 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Vivo Media Arts Centre, 625 Kaslo St.
clearmind.com
For more events, go to vancouverisawesome.com.
