UBC Farm Saturday Market
2022-06-04 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | UBC Farm, 3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1W5, Canada
Don’t miss out on the only farmers’ market in Vancouver located on a working farm, which runs until the end of November! Our multi-vendor Saturday markets are our biggest weekly event on the farm, bringing in dozens of vendors selling local fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, beverages, mushrooms, food trucks, alcohol, treats, crafts and prepared foods. We also bring in local music groups for you to enjoy during your time at our market!
Located at the UBC Farm, 3461 Ross Drive | https://ubcfarm.ubc.ca/food/

UBC Farm Tuesday Market
2022-06-07 16:00 - 18:00 | UBC Farm, 3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1W5, Canada
Tuesday markets start June 7th, 2022 until October 25th, 2022. The UBC Farm Tuesday evening market features our farm-fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers and seeds. Stop by and pick up some fresh ingredients for dinner!
Located at the UBC Farm, 3461 Ross Drive | https://ubcfarm.ubc.ca/food/

Tuesday Night Bike Race
2022-06-07 17:00 - 21:00

Sustainability Session 5: Eco-Friendly Home and Personal Care Products
2022-06-14 11:30 - 12:30 | Virtual, Canada
Join this virtual Sustainability Session lunch & learn, exploring a variety of sustainability topics relevant to households and neighbourhoods of the University Neighborhoods Association.
Our fifth Sustainability Session brings guest speaker Lindsay Coulter, David Suzuki’s former Queen of Green and expert eco-friendly educator, to talk about how to shop smarter to lower your environmental footprint and reveal her “must have” ingredients for your pantry to create nontoxic personal care products and home cleaners. She’ll also share her favourite brands and how to read labels to understand what’s on the inside. Bring two cosmetic or cleaner products from your bathroom or kitchen to decode!
Following Lindsay’s presentation, we welcome an open discussion and Q&A, with an aim to connect, share resources, and network with other sustainability champions in our neighbourhood communities.
ZOOM LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87330687073?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 873 3068 7073
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Live Well Stay Strong Seniors Project Planning
2022-06-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
We are pleased to announce that the UNA has received funding under the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program for our project Live Well, Stay Strong: Brain Wellness, Digital Literacy, and Physical Health. This federal grant and contribution program supports projects that are led or inspired by seniors who are making a difference in the lives of others in their communities.
We are calling for input from seniors in the UNA community to help plan project activities to be implemented in Fall 2022. We are looking for suggestions and ideas, but also for community members’ passions, talents and skills to help us run the activities.
Join us in-person at Wesbrook Community Center to brainstorm what activities will lead to a successful project. What are the best ways to use the funding in the three focused areas? What skills and abilities do you have to help with this project?
Click here to register.

Seniors and Friends Lecture Series
2022-06-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Topic: Genealogy Research
Join us for an informative and engaging talk followed by social time. Peter Brock will discuss genealogy research, including an explanation of the differences between nostalgia, family customs, etc., and archival and historical research. Light refreshments will be served.

Field Games Picnic: Friendly Competition
2022-06-16 17:00 - 19:00
POSTPONED to June 16
Play games, win prizes, and make friends at this fun event in Jim Taylor Park—just outside the Old Barn Community Centre. Participants will compete in traditional field games such as hacky sack, egg and spoon race, and a few other surprises. During the friendly competition, there will be a picnic in the park. Make sure to bring a blanket, chairs, and some snacks. Participants of all ages are welcome, but kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Click here to register for free.
Contact Elias.Rieger@myuna.ca if you have any questions.

Longest Day Road Race 2022
2022-06-17 17:30 - 21:00

Family Movie Night
2022-06-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
ET: The Extraterrestrial
No registration required. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your blankets and pillows. Masks are optional but recommended. Parents must accompany their children. Admission is $2 per person. Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be available for cash sale. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., movie starts at 6 p.m.

Musical Picnic
2022-06-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Jim Taylor Park, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4, Canada
During this concert in Jim Taylor Park, several performers will play music for the community to enjoy while they have a picnic with their friends and family. The chessboard will be transformed into a stage to host musical performances during this summer evening. Residents are invited to bring food and picnic blankets to the park.
Register here for free.
Contact Elias.Rieger@myuna.ca if you have any questions.

Youth Dance
2022-06-24 20:00 - 23:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Come have fun at the Youth Dance for ages 15 – 17! This is a great opportunity to wear your best purple outfit, socialize, and eat good food with your friends. Concession will involve a Bake Sale by the Youth Art Engagement Committee. Let us know you’re coming here!
This dance is being organized and hosted by dedicated youth volunteers!
If you have any questions contact Hal.Lackie@myuna.ca.
This event is supported by the Inspiring Community grant program!

Vancouver Half Marathon
2022-06-26 07:30 - 10:00

Intro to Vegetable Gardening Workshop
2022-06-28 19:00 - 20:00
How does your garden grow? If you’re new to gardening or wondering how to have a successful vegetable garden, join UNA resident and UBC researcher Risa Sargent, who will be sharing her tips and tricks about soil and soil amendments, what to grow, plant spacing and sun requirements, and managing common issues without chemicals.
**Location change: Due to rain we are moving this workshop into the Art Room in Wesbrook Community Centre**
Risa Sargent is an associate professor in the Plant Science program in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at UBC. Her research focuses on how agricultural systems can be designed and managed to minimize disruptions to critical ecosystem services such as pollination. A lifelong gardener, she has a passion for sustainable urban food systems. Lab webpage: https://www.landfood.ubc.ca/risa-sargent/
This workshop is free, registration is required. RSVP here.

Youth Community Soccer Games
2022-07-11 16:00 - 18:00
Get ready to make friends and have a good time, with a healthy dose of friendly competition. Through mini games and challenges, players will improve their skills and explore creative variations on the game of soccer.
All genders are welcome. Participants must have a basic understanding of soccer.
Register here to play.
Ages 13-18

Kids Community Soccer Games
2022-07-12 16:00 - 18:00 | UNA Community Field
Get ready to make friends and have a good time, with a healthy dose of friendly competition. Through mini games and challenges, players will improve their skills and explore creative variations on the game of soccer.
All genders are welcome. Participants must have a basic understanding of soccer.
Register here to play.
Ages 6-12

Adults Community Soccer Game
2022-07-14 19:00 - 21:00 | UNA Community Field
Get ready to make friends and have a good time, with a healthy dose of friendly competition. Players will be grouped into teams to compete against each other. All genders are welcome. Participants must have a basic understanding of soccer.
Register here to play.
Ages 19+

Family Movie Night
2022-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
The Lion King (2019)
No registration required. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night! Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your own blankets and pillows. Masks are optional. Parents must accompany their children. Admission is $2 per person. Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be available for cash sale. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., movie starts at 6 p.m.

World Brain Day 2022 - Brain Health for All
2022-07-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual, Canada
On Wednesday, July 20th from 12:00-1:30pm, Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell and the BC Brain Wellness Program invite you to join our annual virtual celebration of World Brain Day! The World Federation of Neurology has selected the theme “Brain Health for All”, which aligns with our vision and mission at the Brain Wellness Program.
Please join us to learn from keynote speaker Dr. Roger Wong and his research and approaches surrounding dementia care and enjoy a special presentation from BWP Co-Founder, Dr. Silke Appel- Cresswell on promoting brain health for all through lifestyle interventions.
We will also be joined by participants of the BWP who will share the impact of participating in our Intergenerational Program as well as how the BWP supports brain health for all through the lens of one of our BWP families including a participant, a care partner and health ager.
Register here: https://www.bcbrainwellness.ca/events/world-brain-day-2022

Seniors Summer BBQ and Games
2022-08-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join the annual UNA Seniors Summer BBQ!
10:00am – 11:45am: Enjoy a variety of outdoor games and activities including tai chi, ring toss, croquet, bocce, walking soccer, and more. Indoor games are also available, including tabletop games, pickleball and table tennis.
11:45am – 1:00pm: Take a break with a delicious barbeque lunch in the Wesbrook social room and see a preview of new programs and events coming this Fall.
Caregivers welcome to attend. Registration is required. Sign up online, in-person, over the phone or RVSP to kayla.kennedy@myuna.ca.

Fall Registration Open
2022-08-15
Registration opens online and in-person at 9:00am.
To view fall programs and register online, visit myuna.ca/programs.
To register in person, visit us at Wesbrook and Old Barn Community Centers.

Family Movie Night
2022-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
How to Train Your Dragon
No registration required. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night! Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your own blankets and pillows. Masks are optional. Parents must accompany their children. Admission is $2 per person. Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be available for cash sale. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., movie starts at 6 p.m.

UBC IMAGINE DAY
2022-09-06 07:00 - 16:30
OUTDOOR EVENT ADVISORY – UBC Imagine Day

Fall Gardening Workshop
2022-09-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Wondering how to extend your gardening time beyond the end of summer? Or looking for tips about how to best prepare your garden plot for spring? Join UNA resident and UBC researcher Risa Sargent, who will be sharing her tips and tricks about what and when to plant in fall, vegetables that can overwinter, and organic ways to get the richest soil.
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Risa Sargent is an associate professor in the Plant Science program in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at UBC. Her research focuses on how agricultural systems can be designed and managed to minimize disruptions to critical ecosystem services such as pollination. A lifelong gardener, she has a passion for sustainable urban food systems. Lab webpage: https://www.landfood.ubc.ca/risa-sargent/

AMS Welcome Back BBQ 2022
2022-09-16 16:00 - 22:00

Family Movie Night
2022-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Despicable Me
No registration required. Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your blankets and pillows. Parents must accompany their children. Admission is $2 per person. Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be available for cash sale. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., movie starts at 6 p.m.

Planning a Campus for Everyone: Confronting the Affordability Crisis
2022-09-21 16:00 - 17:15
How can UBC boldly confront the housing affordability crisis? Join Dr. Paul Kershaw, Associate Professor at the UBC School of Population and Public Health and Founder of Generation Squeeze, for a presentation and moderated Q&A session on a campus for everyone, in the context of living in one of the least affordable regions in the world.
This is one of many speaker and engagement activities that will happen throughout Campus Vision 2050 – a comprehensive planning and engagement process led by UBC Campus and Community Planning to develop a long-term vision for the Vancouver campus.
Register Here.

Campus Vision 2050 Workshop: Big Ideas and Choices
2022-09-21 17:30 - 20:30
What’s important to you when you think about the campus of the future? Take part in a workshop with members of the UBC community to dig deeper into some exciting ‘big ideas’ and share your thoughts on some choices for how the Vancouver campus grows into the future.
This session will include large and small group discussion, reflection activities and other interactive ways to participate. Insights gathered during these sessions will inform the development of the draft 30-Year Vision for Campus Vision 2050. Conversations will be hosted by UBC Campus + Community Planning staff and facilitated by community engagement specialist Aslam Bulbulia.
Register Here.

Music in the Park
2022-09-22 17:00 - 19:30 | Jim Taylor Park, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4, Canada
Grab your lawn chairs or blankets and come down to Jim Taylor Park for this family- friendly community concert. As the summer sun begins to fade, take this opportunity to meet your neighbours and enjoy some free local music performances. Lineup to be announced.
Contact Elias Rieger at elias.rieger@myuna.ca if you have any questions.

Campus Vision 2050 Information Session
2022-09-24 15:30 - 17:30 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Connect with UBC Campus + Community Staff to learn more about Campus Vision 2050, why the university is undertaking this planning process, and how you can get involved to help create a bold new vision for the next 30 years.
No registration is required. Drop in anytime during this event.

Seniors Guided Tour - Nitobe Garden
2022-09-29 10:00 - 11:00
Join us this Fall for monthly guided tours through cherished green spaces in our community. Explore the beauty in your own backyard and soak in the benefits of being in nature. Meet at the entrance of the UBC Nitobe Memorial Garden for this accessible one hour tour. For those 55+. Registration is required.
