MAY 14 - JULY 28
City Hall Galleria Exhibit Local Richmond artist William Watt is displaying a selection of drawing and paintings at City Hall until July 28. The work reflects the beautiful B.C. landscape Watt has observed while traveling through the province, by area and by season. The exhibit runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: City Hall, 6911 No. 3 Rd.
Phone: 604-247-8312 www.richmondartgallery.org
MAY 20 - JULY 15
Steveston Farmers & Artisans Summer Market
Every two weeks on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (no market July 1 due to Salmon Festival).
This popular market, now in its fourth year, includes fresh local produce, organic meat, baked goods, cheese, honey, jams and jellies, artisan salts, plants, body cream and unique art. Enjoy the music, children's activities and delicious food.
To apply to be a vendor or for more information, visit https: // www.sfam.ca.
Location: Gulf of Georgia Cannery, 12138 Fourth Ave.
Phone: 604-238-8080
JUNE 1
Bhangra Spectacular - Asian Heritage Month closing event
This lively stage performance of Bhangra music and dance is an event you won't want to miss. Enjoy an evening at the Richmond Summer Night Market and mark the end of Asian Heritage Month 2012 brought to you by the Vancouver International Bhangra Celebration, Richmond Summer Night Market and the city. Event runs from 7: 30 to 9 p.m.
Location: Richmond Night Market, 12631 Vulcan Way
Phone: 604-278-8000
Email Alan Hill at ahill@ richmond.ca
www.summernightmarket. com
JUNE 1
RHAPSODY
The Vancouver Academy of Dance's year end performance begins at 7 p.m.
Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd.
Phone: 604-231-8293 www.vancouverdance.com
JUNE 2
Gabriela's Movement Studio's year end performance
Shows are at 11 a.m. and
12: 45 p.m. Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd., Studio B Phone: 604-272-0607 www.movementstudio.ca
June 2
Grand Ensemble Chorus' annual choir concert
Show begins at 7: 30 p.m. Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. Phone: 604-377-0068 www.grandensemble.ca
Celtic Connections
Join Richmond Orchestra and Chorus with special guests Eire Born Dancers, North Shore Celtic Ensemble and Piper Jim Wishlove for an evening of Celtic music. Tickets available at Long and McQuade, 6760 No 3 Rd., by phone or at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the concert begins at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, and $6 for children (6-12).
Location: Fraserview Mennonite Brethren Church, 11295 Mellis Dr.
Phone: 604-276-2747 http: //www.roca.ca
Hua Jin, Artist Talk & Tour
Hua Jin will give a talk and tour of the exhibition, My Big Family. This is Jin's long-term and ongoing project that deals with the subject of the changes of family structure as a result of one child policy in China. The event runs from 1 to 2 p.m. Location: Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate Phone: 604-247-8312 www.richmondartgallery.org
June 3
IDFA BC Classic
IDFA BC Classic Natural Bodybuilding, Fitness Model & Figure Championships *IDFA Pro-Qualifier featuring the IDFA Transformation Challenge. Begins at 1 p.m. Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. Phone: 604-270-1812 www.gatewaytheatre.com
June 8 - 9
Cinderella
Richmond Academy of Dance presents its recital Friday evening at 7 p.m., and Saturday at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. Phone: 604-278-7816 www.richmondacademyofdance.com
June 9
Richmond Academy of Dance: A Celebration of Dance 2012
This spectacular showcase features award-winning numbers from the professional divisions and highlights from children's programs. Event at 7: 30 p.m. Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. Phone: 604-278-7816
www.richmondacademyofdance.com
June 10
Ping Academy of Dance 2012 Gala Dance Performance Event begins at 7: 30 p.m. Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. Phone: 604-821-1179 www.pingacademy.com
June 11
1st Mrs. Global Chinese Pageant
The pageant is presented by Global Women Federation of Commerce of Canada and begins at 6: 45 p.m.
Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. Phone: 604-821-0638 www.gwfcc.net
June 15 - 16
The Forgotten Clown & Velocity
Burke Academy of Dance year end performances begin at 7 p.m. each night. Locations: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. Phone: 604-270-1812 www.burkedance.net
June 21
Gateway Theatre Cocktail pARTy fundraiser
Featuring 100 pieces of adjudicated artwork donated by local artists. Ticket names are drawn 10 at a time until each ticket holder chooses a piece to take home. Tickets cost $350 per couple and includes one piece of art valued at $300 or more, champagne, tapas dinner, desserts, martini bar and wine tasting. Runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Location: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. Phone: 604-270-1812. www. gatewaytheatre.com/specialevent
