We're still here, so is the weekend.

This is our third issue—only 997 to go before we hit 1 000!
Let’s not waste time as there are fun, cool, informative, exciting, tasteful, free events starting soon.

In this issue we sifted through 250+ events happening around Vancouver (and yes, you’re not going crazy, this number keeps growing, because we just keep digging more and more juicy event sources for you) and picked only the best to save your time.

This issue includes:

📅 Sunday, Jul 13 @ 10:00 AM
📍 Richmond, BC
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Steveston Vintage Fair is back to make you look like a hipster with a good deal. Find your treasure, from toys, china, linen, accessories and more.

📅 Sunday, Jul 13 @ 3:00 PM 🆓
📍 Science World
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A chance to connect with the NorthEast Pacific Deep Exploration Project (NEPDEP) during their at-sea expedition studying the deep sea in the NorthEast Pacific. The audience will connect live with scientists and ship crew to discuss ocean science, technology, and life at sea. Free with Science World admission.

📅 Thursday, Jul 17 @ 10:30 AM 🆓
📍 Brighouse
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Can’t go wrong with real life heroes telling stories to the kids. Kids love it, moms love it too (👀).

📅 Thursday, Jul 17 @ 2:30 PM 🆓
📍 Brighouse
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Science connected with daily life = enjoyable learning. Why does each string on a ukulele sound different? How does that sound get to your ear. You don’t even remember, go and learn with your kid.

📅 Thursday, Jul 17 @ 2:30 PM 🆓
📍 Central Library
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Have you ever wanted to be an architect or city planner? Yes, because almost all of you played SimCity and all those games. Join other kids in creating miniature buildings and then work together to lay out your town.

📅 Monday, Jul 14 @ 2:00 PM 🆓
📍 RPL Brighouse Branch
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Both Vancouver and Richmond libraries have 3D printers to be used for free. Learn the basics of TinkerCAD and bring your creations to life.

📅 Monday, Jul 14 @ 3:30 PM 🆓
📍 VPL Strathcona Branch
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Discover the extraordinary in everyday things. Come see how amazing the world is through magnification, and you’ll be seeing everything in a whole new way. Don’t look at gross stuff though, you’ll have nightmares.

📅 Wednesday, Jul 16 @ 2:00 PM 🆓
📍 VPL Central Library
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Have you ever been curious about 3D animation. Want to learn more about how to create visual effects like on your favourite TV shows or movies? This is a great first step and you and your kids will learn tons.

📅 Wednesday, Jul 16 @ 2:30 PM 🆓
📍 VPL Kensington Branch
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Drop in to the library for an electrifying STEM party. Safely experiment hands-on with circuits and electronics while having fun with other kids.

📅 Thursday, Jul 17 @ 7:00 PM 🆓
📍 Brighouse
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Join us for a cozy evening of storytelling at the library using coding. Enjoy the songs and stories of a traditional storytime with the added bonus of trying out our brand-new Cubetto robots.

📅 Monday, Jul 14 @ 2:00 PM 🆓
📍 Champlain Heights Branch
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Drop in to this 'book maker space' and learn how to make fun pop-up books, cool accordion books or tiny books for writing and drawing. For Grades K-7.

📅 Wednesday, Jul 16 @ 3:30 PM 🆓
📍 West Point Grey Branch
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Drop in to draw or create your own miniature artwork and then turn it into a button you can wear. For Grades K-7.

📅 Sunday, Jul 13 @ 11:00 AM 🆓
📍 No. 2 Road Fishing Pier
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You thought you could just yank the fish out of water, but there’s a lot to learn. Join the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC for this 2-hour session where you will learn about hatchery roles, fish identification, proper fish handling, tackle, rod rigging and casting, followed by hands on fishing at the River. Read more info, you’ll need a fishing license for this, it’s free for kids and very cheap for adults.

📅 Friday, Jul 11 @ 4:00 PM 🆓
📍 RPL Cambie Branch
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Looking for somewhere to train your Pokemon for battle. Bring your Pokemon cards and games to the Cambie Branch for the Trainers' Gym and battle other Pokemon Connoisseurs to hone your skills.

Why it matters: Role-playing games improve communication skills, teach storytelling, opens space for creativity and is freaking fun. Also notice you might need to register before going, so open those linksss.

- Dungeons & Dragons 101 - Tuesday, Jul 15 @ 2:00 PM
- Dungeons & Dragons 102 - Wednesday, Jul 16 @ 2:00 PM
- Intro to Dungeons & Dragons - Wednesday, Jul 16 @ 2:00 PM - VPL Britannia Branch

📅 Saturday, Jul 12 @ 10:30 AM 🆓
📍 Slocan Park2750 E 29th AveVancouver, BC V5R 1V5, C…
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This is a very cool one. Get your kid involved with your community. Flex your artistic skills, make new friends, and help raise awareness about water pollution by marking a catch basin.

📅 Friday, Jul 11 @ 3:30 PM 🆓
📍 West Point Grey Branch
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Have giant-sized fun playing with the Library’s collection of jumbo board games. Giant human-sized slingshot… kidding, but it will still be a lot of fun.

📅 Sunday, Jul 13 @ 3:00 PM 🆓
📍 RPL Brighouse Branch
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Join the Teen Ambassadors and learn how to debate in a beginner friendly, welcoming environment. Together, we’ll explore the basics of debate and present our stances in a judgement free zone to build confidence and skills.

📅 Monday, Jul 14 @ 1:00 PM 🆓
📍 Brighouse
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This is awesome! Join other teens who have an interest in practising their sign language. We will learn about Deaf Culture and the basics of sign language, such as the alphabet, numbers, greetings, and food while playing games.

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Cheers!

Nat, from Nothing To Do.