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SPARK Animation Film Screening: NOT JUST FOR KIDS, VOL 2
2024-11-23 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | 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.

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.

Wesbrook Village Holiday Market
2024-11-30 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-01 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-07 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-08 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-14 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-15 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-21 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-22 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.

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.

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

Family Movie Night: Inside Out 2 (2024)
2025-01-11 17:30 - 20:00 | 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

2025 Lunar New Year
2025-02-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
The Lunar New Year celebration will include activities for all ages including bamboo weaving, calligraphy, traditional flower arrangement, arts and craft activities for kids and much more. There will be Lion dancing, Korean drumming and cultural performances led by local residents.

Don't Tell Comedy
2025-02-08 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.donttellcomedy.com.
Door opens at 7:30 p.m.
Ages 19+

Pop-up: Union Street Documentary Screening
2025-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Pop-up Event: Union Street Documentary Screening
Thur | Feb 13 | 7-8:30 PM
Old Barn Community Centre
In honour of Black History Month, join us for a screening of the documentary Union Street by Jamila Pomeroy. This documentary showcases the history of Vancouver’s Hogan’s Alley, a historically Black neighbourhood that was destroyed by the construction of the Georgia viaduct in the 1970s. It highlights the racial injustices that Black communities in Vancouver have faced and the efforts by Black Vancouverites to rebuild the community. This documentary is open to all ages. Film trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc2y1vEeCnE
This is a FREE event that includes popcorn and drinks.

Family Day
2025-02-17 10:00 - 17:00 | BC
Celebrate Family Day on February 17, 2025 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.!
This a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with those closest to you, try something new and explore what your neighbourhood has to offer.

Sports Drop-In at Wesbrook Community Centre | Feb 17, 2025 | Various Times
You can enjoy:

Badminton – 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m
Pickleball – 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Basketball – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Family Zumba – 10:00-10:40 a.m. | 11:00-11:40 a.m. | 12:00-12:40 p.m.

Free and first-come, first-served. Limited equipment available; bring your own if possible. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult (19+). Please note Family sports drop-in will require one adult (19+) and one child under 19 (up to 4 participants max) in accordance to UNA policies.

Arts & Crafts Drop-In | Feb 17, 2025 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Unleash your creativity with drawing materials and a shared canvas. Open to all ages and skill levels. Free and no registration required. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult (19+).
Playtime on Collings & UNA Community Fields | Feb 17, 2025 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Run, play catch, or kick a ball with your family on the open fields. Registration required. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult (19+).
Board Game Drop-In | Feb 17, 2025 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Come and test out some fun board games with your family! Choose from a selection of boardgames or bring your own to challenge your fellow neighbours!

Family Movie Night: The Garfield Movie (2024)
2025-02-22 17:30 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada

Spring Art Fair
2025-03-15 11:00 - 14:30 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Come celebrate the arts on March 15, 2025 at the Spring Art Fair! Community members will showcase their talents in this day of creativity and wonder. Enjoy art galleries, shop at the artisan market, take in music and performances, and more!
For more information on the event and vendor/performer applications, please visit myuna.ca/springartfair.

Family Movie Night: Minions the Rise of Gru (2022)
2025-03-15 17:30 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada

UTSAV Holi 2025
2025-03-29 11:00 - 16:00 | B4 Lot, Agronomy Road, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
ORGANIZER
UTSAV – UBC Indian Student’s Association
EVENT DATE & TIME
Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 11 am to 4 pm
SETUP DATES & TIMES
Friday, March 28, 2025 from 2 pm to 10 pm and Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 7:00 am to 10:30 am
TAKEDOWN DATE & TIME
Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 4:30pm to 10pm
PARTICIPANTS
4000 participants
PURPOSE
To celebrate the festival of colours – Holi. It is a religious Indian festival that is celebrated to worship Goddess Holika.
DETAILS

No alcohol served at event
2 food trucks with valid food permits
Power-boosted sound system will be used
On-site first aid and ambulance
Color dye will be smeared on event participants – no throwing of color dye
Third party security will work inside event and TEF 3, UBC Campus Security and RCMP to work outside event space.
Sound check after 9:00am
Fenced event space
Sound levels will be monitored throughout the event

ROAD CLOSURE
Agronomy Road – Engineering Lane to lane east of West Mall and Thunderbird Crescent @ Thunderbird (lane into Thunderbird Commons) from 10:30 am – 4:30 pm

Seniors' Open House
2025-03-31 10:00 - 13:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
As we approach the spring season, we are offering a Seniors’ Open House on March 31st from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the Wesbrook Community Centre. This is going to be a fun-packed day to showcase some of our most popular seniors’ programs, all for free!
The day will start at 10:00 AM with a welcome, introduction to some of our volunteers, instructors, and staff, and an opportunity to socialize with your fellow community members.
From 11:15am – 12:15pm, the following programs will run:
Seniors’ Gym – West side of the Gymnasium
Table Tennis for Seniors – East side of the Gymnasium
Walk and Talk – Meet in the Lounge of Wesbrook Community Centre, then go to Pacific Spirit Park
Osteofit with Angie – Multipurpose Room, 2nd Floor
Mahjong – Youth and Seniors Center
Song Circle – Art Room
Registration for these events is encouraged using the links above, as there is limited space, but drop-ins can be facilitated on the event day with the help of UNA staff.
At 12:15 PM, there will be a lunch, some closing statements, and more opportunities to socialize.
Additionally, all seniors will have free access to the Wesbrook fitness center from 10:00 AM to 9:45 PM! Register for access using this link.
We hope to see you at the Wesbrook Community Centre on the 31st!

Newcomers Orientation
2025-04-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join us in giving a warm welcome to our newcomers!
This new free series program is designed for newcomers to the province in recent 5 years or anyone believes they need newcomer supports. Enjoy fun, connection, and refreshments and learn about UNA resources, make new friends, and have a great time. Note – Tea, coffee, refreshments, trivia games and small prizes are provided for free.
Please contact Peng at peng.wang@myuna.ca to people to stay informed of future orientations and events.

Community Yard Sale
2025-04-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join the UNA and your community members for our Spring Community Yard Sale on Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wesbrook Community Centre. Shop for gently used items including winter gear, books, clothes, art, household goods, and more. Bring your reuseable mug for a free cup of coffee and tea.
Table registration will open on March 12, 2025:

UNA Members: $20
Non-UNA Members: $25

UNA Yard Sales are one way that the UNA builds community and reduces environmental and economic waste. Yard sales encourage community members to reduce unnecessary consumption and waste by reusing and extending the life of material goods. The more hands an item passes through, the more environmental and economic value it provides. Reusing items keeps materials out of the landfills and oceans, and decreases costs associated with purchasing and disposing of multiple, new items.

Family Movie Night: The Wild Robot (2024)
2025-04-12 17:30 - 20:00 | 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.
April 12 – The Wild Robot
May 10 – Trolls Band Together
June 14 – Moana 2

Easter Eggstravaganza
2025-04-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Join us for a morning of Easter fun!
Gather your family and friends for festive activities at the Old Barn Community Centre! Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt and get creative with community crafts. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make memories and enjoy the holiday together.
Bring your own mug for free hot chocolate!

Earth Day Reuse Café
2025-04-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join us at the Earth Day Reuse Café!
Celebrate Earth Day and show some love for the planet with your pals at the Wesbrook Community Centre! Featuring bike tune-ups with the Bike Kitchen, upcycled material weaving with Our Community Fabric, clothing repairs, a baby and toddler clothing swap, and more!
Some things you may want to bring:

Your bike for a free tune-up
Pieces of clothing you want to have repaired
Unneeded clothing or materials for the upcycled material weaving activity
A reusable mug for free coffee or tea
Clean and in good condition baby and toddler clothing (drop off April 23-25 only)
Yourselves!

Earth Day activities will be taking place in the Wesbrook Community Centre Social Room.
The baby and toddler clothing swap will take place from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Lounge. Please drop off items at the Wesbrook Community Centre front desk between April 23-25. Items will not be accepted on April 26.
What is a circular economy?
A circular economy is a system where we focus on reusing, repairing, and recycling items to keep them in use for as long as possible. Instead of throwing things away, we reuse, share, and repurpose them, reducing waste and minimizing our environmental impact. The more hands an item passes through, the more environmental and economic value it provides. This approach not only helps protect the planet but also builds stronger, more connected communities. By working together to share resources and support one another, we create a more resilient, sustainable community.
This event is jointly organized by the UNA and UBC Campus and Community Planning.

Summer Sounds at UBC
2025-05-01 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-02 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-03 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 presented by Live at UBC! Happening thrice 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.
Please note this event is weather-dependent.
Thursdays, Fridays, and 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!
