Dig into generous helpings of homemade perogies, sliced sausage, cabbage rolls and bowls of borscht at the Strathcona Ukrainian Hall’s Perogy Lunch.Getty Images/iStockphoto
Visual arts: Traces That Resemble Us is a screening series and art exhibition that explores the intersections between visual art in Vancouver and cinema. The series asks 12 Vancouver-based artists (Vikky Alexander, Roy Arden, Robert Arndt, Karin Bubas, Dana Claxton, Stan Douglas, Greg Girard, Rodney Graham, Owen Kydd, Myfanwy MacLeod, Ian Wallace and Jeff Wall) to choose a film that has had an impact on their work, and to develop an exhibition of artwork for a corresponding group exhibition. Screenings take place at the Cinematheque each Thursday between now and Dec. 17. This week, Mr. Arden's choice, Speedy (a 1928 film about the pace of modernity), and Ms. Alexander's pick, Playtime (a 1967 Jacques Tati film that takes a satirical poke at architecture), hit the screen. The opening reception for the group show at Monte Clark Gallery follows two days later.
Nov. 19, 6:30 and 8:30, p.m., the Cinematheque (1131 Howe St.), $11; reception, Nov. 21, 2 p.m., Monte Clark Gallery (525 Great Northern Way), free, thecinematheque.ca
Perogies: There's a Perogy Lunch at the Strathcona Ukrainian Hall this weekend. Dig into generous helpings of homemade perogies, sliced sausage, cabbage rolls and bowls of borscht. Don't be put off by the lineup at the door, since it moves fast. Bonus: On Saturday, a bazaar will also be taking place, so expect crafts, baked goods and all manner of trinkets. Super bonus: This event takes place in the middle of Eastside Culture Crawl territory (Pender Streets at Hawks Avenue) and fits in nicely between studio visits.
Nov. 21 and 22, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 805 E. Pender St., auucvancouver.ca
Music: There's something about the onset of cold weather that fits so well with Russian classical music. Grab a seat at the Orpheum this Sunday afternoon and embrace winter with a good dose of Tchaikovsky. The Nutcracker Suite, Piano Concerto No. 1 and Symphony No. 5., as performed by the Vancouver Academy of Music Symphony Orchestra, should do the trick.
Nov. 22, 2 p.m., Orpheum Theatre (601 Smithe St.), $10, vancouver.ca
Family Fuse: This is a good weekend to take small people to the Vancouver Art Gallery. The theme of Family Fuse is Object, Action, Perception! Kids under 12 get in for free with a paying adult, plus there will be live music and some fun activities to encourage creativity. Hang out at the sketch station to experiment with viewpoints, perspective and vision; learn about how eyes perceive and brains translate; create your own button using images, markers and stickers; watch live performances; or take in a film. And take some time to explore current exhibitions.
Nov. 21 and 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., VAG, $22.50 for adults, vanartgallery.bc.ca
Creative: At this busy time of year when guests drop by, how about a flourish of greenery for the front door? Get creative by making one that fits with your personality. Kerri Pfeifer of Rogue Florist hosts a wreath-making workshop this week to help make those first few seconds at your door as enjoyable as possible. In addition to Sunday, Ms. Pfeifer is teaching another class next Wednesday at Chinatown's Studio 126.
Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., London Fields Shoppe (692 E. Hastings St.), londonfieldsshoppe.com.