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Family Movie Night: Inside Out 2 (2024)
2025-01-11 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night. Admission is $2 per person. Caregivers must accompany their children. Popcorn, snacks and drinks are available for cash and card purchase. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your blankets and pillows for maximum comfort.
Doors open at 5:30pm, movie starts at 6pm.
Jan 11: Inside Out 2
Feb 22: The Garfield Movie
Mar 15: Minions the Rise of Gru

Wesbrook Village Holiday Market
2024-12-22 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-21 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-15 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-14 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-08 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-07 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-01 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-11-30 12:00 - 19:00 | Norman MacKenzie Square, 7Q37+MR Vancouver, British Columbia, Wesbrook Village, British Columbia, Canada
Join us in Wesbrook for the first annual Wesbrook Village Holiday Market by Live at UBC featuring a variety of local artisan vendors! Discover unique, handcrafted goods perfect for gifting (or little treats for yourself), and enjoy some delicious bites and beverages from the surrounding eateries and cafés. The market will be open Saturdays and Sundays from 12 pm to 7 pm, running from November 30 to December 22 in Norman MacKenzie Square, the heart of Wesbrook. Celebrate the season with a dash of holiday cheer — don’t forget to bring your reusable bag!

What: Wesbrook Village Holiday Market, sponsored & organized by UBC Properties Trust for Live at UBC
Where: Norman MacKenzie Square in Wesbrook Village, south of UBC campus
When: Saturdays & Sundays from 12pm-7pm from November 30 – December 22, 2024
Cost: FREE

Parking info: Free street parking or the underground parkade with the first 2 hours free.

Family Movie Night: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
2024-12-14 17:30 - 20:00 | BC
Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night. Admission is $2 per person. Caregivers must accompany their children. Popcorn, snacks and drinks are available for cash purchase. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your blankets and pillows for maximum comfort.
Doors open at 5:30pm, movie starts at 6pm.
Sep 14: The Croods
Oct 19: Coco
Nov 9: Despicable Me 4
Dec 14: The Nightmare Before Christmas

CANCELLED - Don't Tell Comedy
2024-12-07 19:30 - 21:30 | BC
Enjoy an evening of comedy at a secret UNA location! Don’t Tell Comedy produces weekly shows in 100+ cities across the US, UK, and Canada. The location is kept a secret until the day of the show, and the performers are a secret until they hit the stage! The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. Tickets are available to be purchased in advance at www.dontellcomedy.com.
Door opens at 7:30 p.m.
Ages 19+
Please note this event has been cancelled.

Open House: Proposed Dog Park at Wesbrook Place
2024-11-25 15:00 - 2024-11-29 18:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
The UNA would like to share a proposal for a new off-leash dog park at Wesbrook Place, designed to address the need for a dedicated space for dogs and their humans to enjoy while fostering community connection. We believe this amenity can add to the vibrancy of our neighbourhoods, and we want to shape it with your insights and ideas.
More information can be found on myuna.ca/dogpark.
This Open House is an opportunity to:

Hear from the planning team and learn more about the dog park.
Get a better understanding of the design and rationale behind the proposed plan.
Ask questions and provide feedback

Once we’ve gathered community feedback, our planning team will refine the park’s design, and updates will be shared in early 2025.
Join us to at the Wesbrook Community Centre on:

November 25-29 from 3-6 p.m.
November 30 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

SPARK Animation Film Screening: NOT JUST FOR KIDS, VOL 2
2024-11-23 18:00 - 20:30 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
SPARK ANIMATION, BC’s only Oscar-accredited festival and Western Canada’s largest animation celebration, is pleased to present the community screening of Not Just for Kids, Vol 2, a family-friendly showcase of animated short films selected from this year’s festival submissions.
Hello Summer // 2024 // Slovakia // Dirs.: Martin Smatana, Veronika Zacharová // 11 min
Starlight Cantina // 2024 // USA // Dir.: Monica Lagrange // 2 min
The Carp and the Child // 2024 // France // Dirs.: Morgane Simon, Arnaud Demuynck // 7 min
The Girl With The Occupied Eyes // 2024 // Portugal // Dir.: André Carrilho // 8 min
Bruise, PULGU // 2022 // South Korea // Dir.: Yi-gyu Kwon // 5 min
The Night Tunnel // 2024 // Belgium // Dir.: Annechien Strouven // 9 min
Bottle George // 2024 // Japan // Dir.: Daisuke “Dice” Tsutsumi // 13 min
Haru-tsuge Fish and Fu-rai Boy // 2024 // Japan // Dir.: Takeshi Yashiro // 5 min
The Mooning // 2024 // USA // Dirs.: Mason Klesch, Vivian Osness // 3 min
Magic Candies // 2023 // USA // Dir.: Daisuke Nishio // 21 min
Tickets are free, but registration is recommended to guarantee entrance. Drop-in is subject to availability.
Please see Spark Animation’s website for more information and tickets.

Personal Emergency Preparedness Workshop
2024-11-21 18:15 - 19:30 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
UBC Emergency Management (UBC EM) wants to help UNA residents prepare for emergencies. The UBC EM team invites you to join a personal emergency preparedness seminar for residents of UBC neighbourhoods. In recent history, cities around the world have endured large emergencies with devastating impacts. Vancouver could experience a severe emergency too, like a big earthquake. Join the seminar to learn how you could be prepared to something like this. The seminar introduces simple things you can do to be prepared in advance of an emergency and ways to make your home safer.
This is a free seminar. Registration is required.
Date: Friday, November 21, 2023
Time: 6:15-7:30 p.m.
Location: Multi-Purpose Room, Wesbrook Community Center
Register Here

UNA Elections 2024: All Candidates Forum
2024-11-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Wesbrook Community Park, 3335 Webber Ln, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1W5, Canada
University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) members will elect seven members to its Board of Directors at the 2024 UNA Election. This election will run from November 4 to November 26.
An All-Candidates Forum will be hosted by the UNA on November 14 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Wesbrook Community Centre. The forum will serve as an opportunity for UNA Society Members to ask candidates questions and for candidates to engage in an open debate about their platforms and goals should they be elected to the UNA Board of Directors.
Can’t make it in-person? Stream this event on YouTube.

Family Movie Night: Despicable Me 4 (2024)
2024-11-09 17:30 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada

Halloween Festivities
2024-10-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
As dusk descends and the moon rises high, shadows dance and whispers fill the air at the Wesbrook Community Centre. On this haunting night, a world of eerie excitement awaits, where the spirit of Halloween weaves its magic, drawing you into an unforgettable adventure.
Carnival Games Await
Imagine the laughter and cheers as you challenge your friends to spine-tingling carnival games. Each toss of the ring and throw of the ball brings not just the thrill of victory but a treasure trove of candies, shimmering like jewels in the dim light. Will you be the champion of sweet delights?

Spooky Halloween Films
Gather in a cozy corner as the screen flickers to life, casting eerie shadows on the walls. Spine-chilling tales unfold, keeping you on the edge of your seat. With every gasp and scream echoing through the room, you’ll find yourself fully immersed in the haunting spirit of Halloween, surrounded by fellow thrill-seekers sharing in the fright. Films will be family-friendly.

Enchanting Storytime
In a special nook, we invite you to settle in for a spine-tingling storytime, where a master storyteller spins eerie tales that will capture your imagination. With flickering candles and whispers of the wind, listen closely as ghostly adventures come alive through words. Perfect for all ages, this enchanting session will transport you to a world of mysterious creatures and daring heroes. Will you dare to listen?

The Haunted House Experience
But beware, for the true test of courage lies within the haunted house! As you step through its creaking doors, a chill runs down your spine. Dark corridors twist and turn, and ghostly figures flicker in the shadows. Will you summon the bravery to make it through unscathed, or will you find yourself entangled in the stories of those who wandered before?

Costume Contest Extravaganza
As the clock ticks closer to midnight, the excitement builds for the evening’s grand event—the Costume Contest in the gymnasium! Here’s your chance to strut your stuff and showcase your most imaginative creations. Whether your costume is uproariously funny, chillingly scary, or a masterpiece of creativity, this is your moment to shine in front of the captivated crowd. But hurry—spots are limited, so arrive early to claim your place in the spotlight!

Trivia Night
2024-10-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Join us for a night of trivia and fun at the Old Barn Community Centre! Teams or individuals are invited to compete against each other through four different rounds of themed trivia. Admission is free. All ages are welcome, but children 12 and younger must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Doors open at 6:00pm and Trivia starts at 6:15pm.

Book Talk: The Worst Songs of the World - The Terrible Truth About National Anthems
2024-10-26 13:00 - 14:30 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join us in honoring the late David Pate and his compelling book, The Worst Songs of the World: The Terrible Truth About National Anthems, recognized by The Globe and Mail as a must-read book this summer. Hosted by local writer and David’s peer, J. Chen, at Wesbrook Community Centre, this event will explore David’s thought-provoking take on national anthems, their violent histories, and the urgent need for change. Along with other invited writers, Chen will lead an engaging discussion as part of our ongoing series on decolonization and cultural reflection.
Guest Writers:
Paula Arab: With over thirty years of expertise in media strategy, Paula Arab serves as Associate Principal at Navigator’s Vancouver office and was a former opinion columnist for the Calgary Herald. Paula holds an MFA in Creative Non-Fiction from the University of King’s College.
Taslim Jaffer: Based in Surrey, Taslim Jaffer excels as both a writer and editor. Her forthcoming anthology, Back Where I Came From: On Culture, Identity and Home (Book*hug Press, 2024), explores diaspora narratives, reflecting the themes of her memoir-in-progress. Taslim is the 2025 City of Richmond Writer-in-Residence and holds an MFA in Creative Nonfiction from the University of King’s College.
Emilie K. Adin: Emilie K. Adin, a registered professional planner and the President of the Planning Institute of British Columbia, is also an Adjunct Professor at UBC’s School of Community and Regional Planning. Recently named one of the 500 Most Influential Leaders in BC by BIV Magazine, she is penning The Urban Curious Guide to Europe and pursuing an MFA in Creative Nonfiction at King’s College.
Heather Bell: Heather Bell, who teaches Recreation and Tourism Management at Vancouver Island University, is a dedicated tennis enthusiast and lover of the outdoors. She is currently enhancing her academic and professional pursuits by working towards an MFA in Creative Nonfiction at the University of King’s College.
Jenny Li Chen: An international business executive with a distinguished journalistic career, Chen has covered major financial markets for International Financial News and penned columns for Money Weekly Magazine. Her literary work appears in Canadian Literature, Queen’s Quarterly, and other notable publications. Chen’s insights blend her business acumen with literary finesse, underpinned by an MFA from the University of King’s College.
Please note this is a registered event, please register for this book talk at myuna.ca/programs.

Haunted Harvest Festival at the UBC Farm Farmers' Market
2024-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | BC
Haunted Harvest Festival at the UBC Farm Farmers’ Market
Celebrate Halloween and the late harvest season at UBC Farm’s Haunted Harvest Fest! Join the last special event of our market season for our jack-o-lantern carving contest, apple and roasted squash tastings, Rabbitat’s bunny petting zoo, Golden Rescue golden retrievers, and a spooky forest tour. Explore local vendors, enjoy live music, and grab a bite from the food trucks. For kids there’s face-painting and trick-or-treaters can collect candy throughout the market, and costumes are encouraged!
Haunted Harvest Festival
UBC Farm
Saturday, October 26, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Family Movie Night: Coco (2017)
2024-10-19 17:30 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada

Annual General Meeting 2024
2024-10-02 19:00 - 21:30 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
The 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) will be held on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 7 p.m. at the Wesbrook Community Centre, located at 3335 Webber Lane.
All information on the AGM, agenda, proxy forms and reference materials can be found on myuna.ca/agm.
You must be a UNA Society Member to participate in the AGM. Please check the status of your membership by emailing support@myuna.ca, or calling or dropping by one of our community centres.

Summer Sounds at UBC
2024-09-28 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-26 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-21 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-19 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-14 12:00 - 15:00 | University Boulevard, 6111 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T 0C7, Canada
Enjoy local music in your neighbourhood with Summer Sounds at UBC! Happening twice a week on University Boulevard outside Body Energy Club, Summer Sounds at UBC invites residents, passers-by, visitors, kids, and everyone in between to stop by and enjoy live music from local artists. Grab a seat on the new furniture, and some food from one of the surrounding eateries and relax, connect, and relish in the chill summer vibes.
Thursdays & Saturdays: 12-3pm
No tickets required — just show up!
Check out the full events calendar for details on musicians and genres: https://www.liveatubc.ca/events/
We can’t wait to see you there!

End of Summer Picnic @ UBC Farm
2024-09-20 15:00 - 18:00 | UBC Farm, 3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1W5, Canada
End of Summer Picnic @ UBC Farm
Friday, September 20, 2024 from 3 – 6 p.m.
Celebrate the end of summer at the UBC Farm!
Come to connect with friends, food and the farm fields as we welcome our community at the start of another school year! The event features food by Bistrotvan and Boteco Brasil, games by UBC Rec, music and more!

LFS Students
🎉 Calling all LFS Students
The first 200 LFS students to arrive will receive a FREE dinner ticket! Bring your student ID!

Climate Strike
Join us after the climate strike this Friday
In recognition of the Climate Strike, the CSFS invites people to join us in this community-building event as part of a commitment to climate action. Robust and community-based food systems are an essential strategy for improving resilience and addressing the increasing challenges of the climate crisis.

Event
End of Summer Picnic @ UBC Farm
Date and Time
Friday September 20, 2024 | 3 – 6 p.m.
Location
UBC Farm | 3461 Ross Drive
Entry Cost
Free
This event is sponsored by the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and the Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm.

Family Movie Night: The Croods (2013)
2024-09-14 17:30 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada

UBC Farm Fall Fair
2024-09-14 10:00 - 14:00 | UBC Farm, 3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1W5, Canada
The UBC Farm Fall Fair is September 14th
Saturday September 14, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the UBC Farm
Come celebrate sustainable food and farming at the sixth annual UBC Farm Fall Fair! Join the pie tasting, take a photo with funny veggies, win prizes, play at the kids’ table and rabbit petting zoo, enjoy live music and pick out a pumpkin or two! The Fall Fair also features vendors from all over the Lower Mainland, as well as fresh, organic produce grown right here at the UBC Farm.
Did we mention the pie contest and prizes? Find out more about the pie contest and register your pie today!
