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SUMMARY:Doors Open Richmond: Public Art Tour on the Canada Line
DESCRIPTION:June 7\nDoors Open Richmond: Public Art Tour on the Canada Line\nCapstan Skytrain Station\n1pm-3:30pm\nAs part of Doors Open Richmond\, get an insider’s view to the public art along the Canada Line and in the Richmond Art Gallery. Capture Photography Festival artists Khim Mata Hipol and Lauraine Mak\, Gallery Curator Zoë Chan\, and Richmond Public Art Planner Biliana Velkova will take visitors on a walking tour of their public artworks currently installed at Canada Line stations in Richmond. They will discuss the works on display at Capstan\, Aberdeen\, Lansdowne\, and Brighouse stations. The afternoon will culminate at the Richmond Art Gallery for a tea break and curatorial tour of Restless by Nature\, a retrospective on Mary Sui Yee Wong\, whose work is also featured at Lansdowne Station.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/doorsopen-tour
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/doors-open-richmond-public-art-tour-on-the-canada-line/
LOCATION:Capstan Canada Line Station
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T160000
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SUMMARY:Curator Tour: Restless by Nature
DESCRIPTION:June 7\nCurator Tour: Restless by Nature\nRichmond Art Gallery\n7700 Minoru Gate\n3:15pm-4pm\nJoin Richmond Art Gallery curator Zoë Chan for an informal tour of Restless by Nature\, a retrospective on Mary Sui Yee Wong. Learn more about the exhibition through a guided visit and informal discussion over a cup of tea. No registration required\, just show up!\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/curator-tour
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/curator-tour-restless-by-nature/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250619T215606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T215620Z
UID:32873-1750878000-1750883400@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Artist Salon – Media Lab Open House for Artists
DESCRIPTION:June 25\, 7pm\nArtist Salon – Media Lab Open House for Artists\nRichmond Media Lab\nRichmond Cultural Centre Annex\n7660 Minoru Gate\nRescheduled from March 2025\, this is an open house for artists to learn about what equipment and workshops are available for artists in Richmond’s Media Lab. My colleague Melanie Devoy will be leading us and answering your queries on all digital\, audio & video equipment available for use\, including 3D printing\, iPad tools & apps\, video editing suite\, and more.  Melanie creates all the workshops for adults\, so this is the time to suggest some things you would like to learn or practice! NOTE – this session has limited space and is OVERSOLD due to the large number of ‘no-shows’ at our free events. Arrive on time to ensure a seat. We will try our best to accommodate everyone.\nWaitlist Signup: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/artist-salon-richmond-media-lab-open-house-for-artists-tickets-1301179415659
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/artist-salon-media-lab-open-house-for-artists/
LOCATION:Richmond Cultural Centre Annex\, 7660 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event,Digital Media,Interactive Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250611T092032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T092032Z
UID:32812-1750964400-1750968000@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Indigenous Author Series: Jessica Johns: Bad Cree
DESCRIPTION:June 26\nIndigenous Author Series: Jessica Johns: Bad Cree\nRichmond Public Library – Brighouse\n7700 Minoru Gate\n7pm-8pm\nJoin Jessica Johns for a reading and presentation of her award-winning novel\, Bad Cree. Explore the elements of her storytelling that invoke dreaming\, matriarchal governance\, and imagining futures of kinship. This program is for adults.\nTo Register: https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/680a84f1a92893579f38732a
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/indigenous-author-series-jessica-johns-bad-cree/
LOCATION:Brighouse Library\, 100-7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, British Columbia\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250628T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250618T232939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T232939Z
UID:32841-1751104800-1751110200@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Art at Work: Preparing for Art Markets: Facilitated by artist Ilena Cramer
DESCRIPTION:June 28\nArt at Work: Preparing for Art Markets: Facilitated by artist Ilena Cramer\nRichmond Cultural Centre – Theatre Under The Stairs\n7700 Minoru Gate\n10am-11:30am\nAre you ready to enter the world of art markets and craft sales? Join artist Ilena Cramer for an informative session covering different types of markets\, understanding the right ones for your business\, planning your table\, methods of payment\, engaging customers and other top tips for first-timers. Art at Work is a series of professional development workshops designed for artists and arts organizations practicing in any artistic medium. The program is presented in partnership by the City of Richmond\, Richmond Public Art and Richmond Art Gallery. The program is intended to provide artists and arts organizations with knowledge and skills relevant to pursuing a professional practice in the field of public art\, performance\, visual art and community arts.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/aaw-markets
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/art-at-work-preparing-for-art-markets-facilitated-by-artist-ilena-cramer/
LOCATION:Richmond Cultural Centre\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250611T092241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T092241Z
UID:32815-1751108400-1751122800@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Colours of the Land – The Art of Indigenous Wool Dyeing
DESCRIPTION:June 28\nColours of the Land – The Art of Indigenous Wool Dyeing\nRichmond Nature Park\n11851 Westminster Highway\n11am-3pm\nVisit the Richmond Nature Park as Musqueam artist Rita Kompst-Point displays her beautifully dyed wool\, created using natural dyes from mushrooms\, lichens\, goldenrod\, Oregon grape\, Salal and more. Learn about the dyeing process\, showcasing the traditional techniques used to achieve vibrant colours. This is a unique opportunity to experience Indigenous artistry and learn about the cultural significance of natural dyes. This program is for all ages. No registration required.\nWebsite: https://richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/nationalindigenouspeoplesday.htm
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/colours-of-the-land-the-art-of-indigenous-wool-dyeing/
LOCATION:Richmond Nature Park\, 11851 Westminster Highway\, Richmond\, British Columbia\, V6X 1B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250701T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250618T224236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T224604Z
UID:32832-1751362200-1751392800@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Steveston Salmon Festival
DESCRIPTION:July 1\nSteveston Salmon Festival\nSteveston Village\nParades from 9:30am-12pm\nReady to wear your bright red T-shirt\, wave some little paper flags and paint your face with a maple leaf or two? The Steveston Salmon Festival—Metro Vancouver’s most beloved Canada Day celebration––is back for its 78th edition. And\, once again\, around 75\,000 locals and visitors are expected to gather for the joyful July 1 festivities. A daylong playbill of toe-tapping performances is scheduled at the 2025 Steveston Salmon Festival––with several stages dotted around the site. Among this year’s eclectic and entertaining acts are crowd-pleasers such as The Dimes\, The Aristo-Cats and Dr. Strangelove. You’ll also find Norman Foote\, The Good Vibe Guys and Richmond-based junior rock band\, The Buttery Biscuits.\nWebsite: https://stevestonsalmonfest.ca/\nPerformance Schedule: https://stevestonsalmonfest.ca/performance-schedule/\nDetails: https://www.visitrichmondbc.com/blogs/activities-attractions/richmond-canada-day-the-insiders-guide/
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/steveston-salmon-festival/
LOCATION:Steveston Village\, Steveston Village
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Auction, Craft Fair or Farmers Market,Concert,Dance,Interactive Activity,Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250810
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250619T094220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T235416Z
UID:32870-1752278400-1754783999@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Art Exhibitions: Imagination Games + Wings of Memory
DESCRIPTION:July 12 – August 9\nArt Exhibitions: Imagination Games + Wings of Memory\nCapulet Art Gallery\n150-2288 No. 5 Road\nOpening Reception: 2pm-5pm\nCapulet Art Gallery is proud to present a two-part exhibition by well-known Canadian artist Pnina Granirer\, showcasing two distinct yet interconnected bodies of work—Imagination Games and Wings of Memory. Bursting with colour\, wit\, and layered experimentation\, Imagination Games features Granirer’s dynamic digital photo collages and architectural photographs inspired by the vibrant streets of Guanajuato\, Mexico. In contrast\, Wings of Memory presents a collection of Granirer’s symbolic and abstract prints that draw on themes of flight\, spirit\, and transformation. Soaring birds\, mysterious handprints\, and atmospheric landscapes explore the liminal spaces between inner and outer worlds\, nature and myth\, past and present.\nWebsite: https://capuletart.com/pnina-granirer-imagination-games-exhibition/ \nReception RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvWIp482vqRa2pTIUsE6w__DtPWij6Mu5atXsTGMwJF7AkUw/viewform 
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/art-exhibitions-imagination-games-wings-of-memory/
LOCATION:Capulet Art Gallery\, 150-2288 No. 5 Road\, Richmond\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250712T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250618T233958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T233958Z
UID:32844-1752325200-1752330600@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Capstan Village Public Art Walking Tours – Andrea Valentine-Lewis
DESCRIPTION:July 12\nCapstan Village Public Art Walking Tours – Andrea Valentine-Lewis\nCapstan Skytrain Station\n1pm-2:30pm\nExplore public art in Capstan Village. Learn more about the artworks and the artists who created them on guided walking tours led by local arts professionals.\nWebsite: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2025-capstan-village-public-art-walking-tours-4161763
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tours-andrea-valentine-lewis/
LOCATION:Capstan Canada Line Station
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T201500
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250619T223802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T223802Z
UID:32902-1752692400-1752696900@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Artist Talk: Qiu Anxiong and Howie Tsui
DESCRIPTION:July 16\nArtist Talk: Qiu Anxiong and Howie Tsui\nOnline\n7pm-8:15pm\nPresented by the Richmond Art Gallery. Join artist Qiu Anxiong and Howie Tsui\, along with guest curator Rebecca Wang for an artist talk for Qiu Anxiong & Howie Tsui: The Roaming Peach Blossom Spring. The two artists will discuss the historical and cultural references in their works and share how they draw on ancient mythology and martial arts fiction to reflect on contemporary issues.\nWebsite and To Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/artisttalkqiutsui
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/artist-talk-qiu-anxiong-and-howie-tsui/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250719T023243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T023243Z
UID:33290-1752922800-1752928200@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Artist Studio Visit with Alvin Jang
DESCRIPTION:July 19\nArtist Studio Visit with Alvin Jang\nSteveston\n11am\nMeet Steveston-based artist Alvin Jang at his home studio for an informal tour and discussion of his artworks that includes drawing\, painting\, printmaking\, sculpture and digital works. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the surreal artistic world of this fascinating artist. $20 registration fee.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/studiovisit
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/artist-studio-visit-with-alvin-jang/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250720T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250719T010303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T010303Z
UID:33256-1753012800-1753016400@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Author Talk with Eddy Boudel Tan: The Tiger and the Cosmonaut
DESCRIPTION:July 20\nAuthor Talk with Eddy Boudel Tan: The Tiger and the Cosmonaut\nRichmond Public Library – Brighouse Branch\n7700 Minoru Gate\n12pm-1pm\nJoin award-winning author\, Eddy Boudel Tan for a reading and Q&A about his recent novel The Tiger and the Cosmonaut\, which is an exploration of a poetically wrought family mystery. Best suited for adults and seniors.\nWebsite: https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/68226e0b7374ee901ddf94f7
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/author-talk-with-eddy-boudel-tan-the-tiger-and-the-cosmonaut/
LOCATION:Brighouse Library\, 100-7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, British Columbia\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250707T225019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T225129Z
UID:33139-1753660800-1754265599@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate Pride Week in Richmond
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJuly 28 – August 3\nCelebrate Pride Week in Richmond\nPride Week in Richmond is a celebration of 2SLGBTQI+ communities in our city\, with events presented by the City of Richmond in partnership with Community Associations and Societies\, and the Richmond Public Library. This year’s theme\, “Pride Lives Here\,” anchors Pride in the Richmond community and affirms that 2SLGBTQI+ communities belong here.\nMore Info: https://richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/pride.htm
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/celebrate-pride-week-in-richmond/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250627T023449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T023613Z
UID:33091-1753902000-1753905600@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Artist Salon: ArtRich 2025 Exhibition Preparations for Artists
DESCRIPTION:July 30\nArtist Salon: ArtRich 2025 Exhibition Preparations for Artists\nRichmond Art Gallery\n7700 Minoru Gate\n7pm-8pm\nThe Richmond Arts Coalition (RAC)\, in partnership with the Richmond Art Gallery\, hosts the biennial exhibition ArtRich this winter 2025. This juried exhibition features emerging and established artists from Richmond\, the Lower Mainland\, and nearby communities to exhibit together and celebrate local talent. Meet with RAC for insights into the application and jurying process and receive assistance documenting your artwork for exhibition application. We will have a digital camera and lighting set up for those who need assistance documenting their artwork for this open-call exhibition.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/artist-salon-artrich\nTo Register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rag-artist-salon-artrich-2025-exhibition-preparations-for-artists-tickets-1432303330819 \n  \n(Photos of ArtRich 2023 Opening Exhibition by Julian Rozental and Ya-Wei Lin.)
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/artist-salon-artrich-2025-exhibition-preparations-for-artists/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250619T223607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T223607Z
UID:32899-1753984800-1753995600@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Film Screening and Conversation: The Swordsman 笑傲江湖 (1990)
DESCRIPTION:July 31\nFilm Screening and Conversation: The Swordsman 笑傲江湖 (1990)\nRichmond Cultural Centre – Theatre Under The Stairs\n7700 Minoru Gate\n6pm-9pm\nLearn more about Hong Kong cinema with UBC Hong Kong Studies professor Helena Wu and guest curator Rebecca Wang. After watching this martial arts thriller set in Ming dynasty China\, join us for a conversation on the cultural context of jianghu\, and how the martial arts fiction genre is referenced in the current exhibition. Film will be screened in Cantonese with Mandarin and English subtitles.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/hkscreening
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/film-screening-and-conversation-the-swordsman-%e7%ac%91%e5%82%b2%e6%b1%9f%e6%b9%96-1990/
LOCATION:Richmond Cultural Centre\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event,Film Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250805T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250805T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250719T023442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T023442Z
UID:33293-1754409600-1754415000@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Public Critique on The Roaming Peach Blossom Spring
DESCRIPTION:August 5\nPublic Critique on The Roaming Peach Blossom Spring\nRichmond Art Gallery\n7700 Minoru Gate\n4pm-5:30pm\nJoin guest curator Rebecca Wang and Vancouver Art Gallery curator and critic Diana Freundl for the public critique of Wang’s Practicum Curatorial Project\, Qiu Anxiong 邱岸雄 Howie Tsui 徐浩恩: The Roaming Peach Blossom Spring\, presented as part of her MA in Critical and Curatorial Studies at UBC. Free drop-in\, everyone is welcome to attend.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/publiccritique
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/public-critique-on-the-roaming-peach-blossom-spring/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250716T233550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T233550Z
UID:33243-1754735400-1754740800@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Capstan Village Public Art Walking Tour – Carmen Levy-Milne
DESCRIPTION:August 9\nCapstan Village Public Art Walking Tour – Carmen Levy-Milne\nCapstan Skytrain Station\n10:30am-12pm\nExplore public art in Capstan Village. Learn more about the artworks and the artists who created them on guided walking tours led by local arts professionals. Carmen Levy-Milne (she/her) is a curator and cultural worker born and raised on the unceded land of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm people. As a diasporic Jewish settler\, her practice is primarily concerned with the Jewish philosophy of tikkun olam (“the repair of the world”)\, where she sees her work in the arts sphere as responsible for uplifting reparative\, decolonial\, and critical artistic responses to broader social\, political\, and cultural circumstances. She holds an MA in Critical & Curatorial Studies from UBC and a BA in Communication and Cultural Studies with a Minor in Religion and Cultures from Concordia University.\nWebsite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tour-carmen-levy-milne-tickets-1291901765959
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tour-carmen-levy-milne/
LOCATION:Capstan Canada Line Station
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250719T012220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T012220Z
UID:33276-1754748000-1754751600@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Keynote Speaker: Ivan Coyote
DESCRIPTION:August 9\nKeynote Speaker: Ivan Coyote\nGulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site\n12138 Fourth Avenue\n2pm\nCanadian writer\, storyteller\, and performer Ivan Coyote is coming to the Cannery! Join Ivan for a special keynote sharing their experiences as a long-time worker in the skilled trades.\nWebsite: https://gulfofgeorgiacannery.org/events/pride-month-at-the-gulf-of-georgia-cannery/
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/keynote-speaker-ivan-coyote/
LOCATION:Gulf of Georgia Cannery\, 12138 4th Ave\, Richmond\, BC\, V7E 3J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250719T023844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T023844Z
UID:33299-1754748000-1754755200@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:免 費 中 文 導 覽 & 水 墨 工 坊 Exhibition Tour & Chinese Ink Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:August 9\n免 費 中 文 導 覽 & 水 墨 工 坊 Exhibition Tour & Chinese Ink Demonstration in Mandarin\nRichmond Art Gallery\n7700 Minoru Gate\n2pm-4pm\nDrop in for a tour of the current Richmond Art Gallery exhibition in Mandarin with curator Rebecca Wang. Learn more about the themes of the exhibition through a guided visit and informal discussion over a cup of tea\, followed by a demonstration of ink calligraphy painting with local artist Jiangang Su. Limited spaces\, RSVP to reserve a seat.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/tourcalligraphy
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/%e5%85%8d-%e8%b2%bb-%e4%b8%ad-%e6%96%87-%e5%b0%8e-%e8%a6%bd-%e6%b0%b4-%e5%a2%a8-%e5%b7%a5-%e5%9d%8a-exhibition-tour-chinese-ink-demonstration/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250818T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250818T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250808T011710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T011710Z
UID:33500-1755543600-1755550800@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Artists Talk: COUNTERPOINT: The Field of Reflected Encounters - Art by Echo Xie and Leting Cai
DESCRIPTION:August 18\nArtists Talk: COUNTERPOINT: The Field of Reflected Encounters – Art by Echo Xie and Leting Cai\nLipont Gallery\, Room 218\n4211 No. 3 Road\n7pm-9pm\nAn opportunity to meet the artists and learn more about their creative processes. Lipont Gallery is pleased to announce “COUNTERPOINT: The Field of Reflected Encounters\,” an intriguing exhibition featuring new works by Vancouver-based artists Leting Cai and Echo Xie. This exhibition explores the dynamic interplay of distinct artistic voices and materials\, inviting viewers into a dialogue of inner experience\, cultural identity\, and perception.\nArtists Talk: www.talk818.eventbrite.ca
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/artists-talk-counterpoint-the-field-of-reflected-encounters-art-by-echo-xie-and-leting-cai/
LOCATION:Lipont Gallery\, 4211 No. 3 Road\, Richmond\, British Columbia\, V6X 2C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250829T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250829T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250822T231454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T231454Z
UID:33704-1756465200-1756490400@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Anti-Racism Through Art – A celebration of unity and culture
DESCRIPTION:August 29\nAnti-Racism Through Art – A celebration of unity and culture\nRichmond Cultural Centre – Library\n7700 Minoru Gate\n11am-6pm\nProduced by Richmond Multicultural Community Services. Join us for an all-day art exhibition and celebration centered on anti-racism\, cultural expression\, and community building. This event highlights the transformative power of art in addressing racism and amplifying voices of resistance\, unity\, and identity. Use the QR code to register! There will be live poetry\, artist talks & community connection. Come explore and engage!\nWebsite: https://www.instagram.com/p/DNlviwdycBj/
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/anti-racism-through-art-a-celebration-of-unity-and-culture/
LOCATION:Brighouse Library\, 100-7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, British Columbia\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250907T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250822T225357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T225357Z
UID:33681-1757239200-1757255400@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Steveston Community Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:September 7\nSteveston Community Appreciation Day\n4111 Moncton Street\n10am-2:30pm\nJoin us to celebrate our community and the existing Steveston Community Centre and Library before it closes in December. This community appreciation day of free offerings includes face painting\, Family Storytime with the Library\, arts and crafts\, entertainment and more! Drop-ins and sign-up activities for all ages.\nWebsite: https://richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/stevesetoncommunityday.htm
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/steveston-community-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:steveston community centre
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Concert,Dance,Interactive Activity,Performance,Play
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250716T233755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T233755Z
UID:33246-1757768400-1757773800@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Capstan Village Public Art Walking Tour (Mandarin) – Rebecca Wang | 國語導覽
DESCRIPTION:September 13\nCapstan Village Public Art Walking Tour (Mandarin) – Rebecca Wang | 國語導覽\nCapstan Skytrain Station\n1pm-2:30pm\nThis tour will be presented in Mandarin. Rebecca Wang 王晨釔 is a curator and artist working between her hometown of Hangzhou\, China\, and Vancouver\, Canada. Her curatorial interests span mythology\, folklore\, the everyday\, and diasporic experiences. Her multidisciplinary practice navigates personal confusions in life\, often stemming from the absurdity engrained in capitalist consumer culture. As the Curatorial Assistant at Richmond Art Gallery since 2022\, she has been curating exhibitions at Richmond City Hall Galleria and The Annex Gallery\, as well as leading Mandarin tours of the main gallery.\nWebsite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tour-rebecca-wang-tickets-1291904905349
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tour-mandarin-rebecca-wang-%e5%9c%8b%e8%aa%9e%e5%b0%8e%e8%a6%bd/
LOCATION:Capstan Canada Line Station
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250822T233350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T233350Z
UID:33730-1757768400-1757773800@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Capstan Village Public Art Walking Tour (in Mandarin) | Rebecca Wang | 國語導覽
DESCRIPTION:September 13\nCapstan Village Public Art Walking Tour (in Mandarin) | Rebecca Wang | 國語導覽\nCapstan Station\n3300 No. 3 Road\n1pm-2:30pm\nWebsite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tour-rebecca-wang-tickets-1291904905349?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tour-in-mandarin-rebecca-wang-%e5%9c%8b%e8%aa%9e%e5%b0%8e%e8%a6%bd/
LOCATION:Capstan Canada Line Station
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250822T224207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T224207Z
UID:33669-1757772000-1757779200@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Exhibition: Manuel Axel Strain\, xʷən̓iwən ce:p kʷθəθ nəw̓eyəł ((((Remember your teachings))))
DESCRIPTION:September 13 – November 9\nExhibition: Manuel Axel Strain\, xʷən̓iwən ce:p kʷθəθ nəw̓eyəł ((((Remember your teachings))))\nRichmond Art Gallery\n7700 Minoru Gate\nOpening Reception: September 13\, 2pm-4pm\nKnown for their passionate work rooted in personal experience\, artist Manuel Axel Strain embraces and exalts the Coast Salish longhouse to confront the oppressive\, racist colonial context surrounding them. Their major multi-media exhibition—including paintings\, sculptures\, family photographs\, video\, and installation—promises to transform the Gallery with a dynamic mix of new and recent artworks rendered in their boldly unique style.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/strain_opening
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/opening-reception-exhibition-manuel-axel-strain-x%ca%b7%c9%99n%cc%93iw%c9%99n-cep-k%ca%b7%ce%b8%c9%99%ce%b8-n%c9%99w%cc%93ey%c9%99l-remember-your-teachings/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250822T211013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T211013Z
UID:33643-1758240000-1760313599@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Culture Days
DESCRIPTION:September 19 – October 12\nCulture Days\nCelebrated nationally and experienced locally\, Culture Days highlights the talents of artists\, cultural producers\, dancers\, designers\, makers\, musicians\, performers\, photographers\, writers and others who open their creative spaces to the public or present free\, participatory activities and experiences. Richmond’s artists and cultural organizations will offer free or pay-what-you-may experiences such as hands-on workshops\, creative placemaking activities\, behind-the-scenes tours\, open studio events\, information sessions and demonstrations\, event organizers are increasing awareness\, pride and participation in the arts and activating public spaces through\, and for\, the arts.\nThe Richmond Arts Coalition will be presenting a youth art exhibition with an interactive element outside of our Cornerspace in the Richmond Cultural Centre Annex (7660 Minoru Gate)\, a result of youth art workshops conducted in partnership with School District 38.\nCity of Richmond listings: https://www.richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/culturedays.htm\nCulture Days website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/culture-days/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Auction, Craft Fair or Farmers Market,Concert,Dance,Digital Media,Film Screening,Interactive Activity,Performance,Photo Exhibition,Play
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250808T023430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T023430Z
UID:33509-1758452400-1758459600@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Richmond Public Art and Parks Bike Tour: Nature Calls
DESCRIPTION:September 21\nRichmond Public Art and Parks Bike Tour: Nature Calls\nRichmond Olympic Oval\n6111 River Road\n11am-1pm\nJoin us for a free bike tour along Richmond’s scenic dyke presented as part of Culture Days. This fun\, family-friendly tour explores playful public art on waterfront washrooms and the wild beauty of the foreshore. Led by Biliana Velkova\, Public Art Planner\, and Egan Davis\, Parks Operations Manager for the City of Richmond. Pack a lunch for a picnic at Gary Point Park.\nTo Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/richmond-public-art-and-parks-bike-tour-nature-calls-tickets-1520312980049
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/richmond-public-art-and-parks-bike-tour-nature-calls/
LOCATION:Richmond Olympic Oval\, 6111 River Road\, Richmond\, British Columbia\, V7C 0A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250822T224600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T224600Z
UID:33675-1758456000-1758466800@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Collaborative Drawing with Manuel Axel Strain (Culture Days)
DESCRIPTION:September 21\nCollaborative Drawing with Manuel Axel Strain (Culture Days)\nRichmond Art Gallery\n7700 Minoru Gate\n12pm-3pm\nDrop into the gallery to join in a large-scale drawing project with exhibiting artist Manuel Axel Strain. This will be a community collaborative activity for everyone to explore mark-making\, colouring\, and drawing on a grand scale.\nWebsite: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/cd-drawing
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/collaborative-drawing-with-manuel-axel-strain-culture-days/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250920T062527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T062527Z
UID:33904-1758708000-1758711600@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Author Talk and Plant Walk with LoriAnn Bird (For grades 4-6)
DESCRIPTION:September 24\, 10am-11am\nAuthor Talk and Plant Walk with LoriAnn Bird (For grades 4-6)\nBrighouse Library\n7700 Minoru Gate\nJoin us as Indigenous Red River Métis herbalist LoriAnn Bird will be sharing her first book Revered Roots which contains purposeful and powerful reference to lessons\, nourishment\, healing and history of our ‘plant teachers’. She will be offering a 15 minute in class presentation and then taking the group on a guided 45 minute outdoor plant walk through Minoru Park. Please note that this presentation is intended for children in grades 4-6.\nTo Register: https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/689e2eb46ecff3faef536e21
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/author-talk-and-plant-walk-with-loriann-bird-for-grades-4-6/
LOCATION:Brighouse Library\, 100-7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, British Columbia\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event,Interactive Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143802
CREATED:20250822T224331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T224331Z
UID:33672-1758740400-1758744000@richmondartscoalition.com
SUMMARY:Artist Salon Webinar with Aysha McConkey\, Junior Biologist and Mural Artist
DESCRIPTION:September 24\nArtist Salon Webinar with Aysha McConkey\, Junior Biologist and Mural Artist\nOnline\n7pm-8pm\nLearn how junior biologist and BC’s Bat Ambassador uses her nature research to develop illustrations and murals into a growing art practice. McConkey shares tips and advice on mural work\, applying for municipal mural and public art projects\, and how to incorporate what you love into your art. City of Richmond Public Art Planner Biliana Velkova will also join in the conversation and answer questions about how to apply and what to expect from the Community Mural Program for Richmond.\nTo Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/salon-mcconkey
URL:https://richmondartscoalition.com/event/artist-salon-webinar-with-aysha-mcconkey-junior-biologist-and-mural-artist/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Artist Salon or Author Event
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