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Rick Mercer Headlines Kay Meek Centre Gala

The Kay Meek Centre in West Vancouver is a community gem. Loved for its plays and performances, it has become a place that supports the professional arts and the people in a small community known for its close-knit nature. Last week, it was time for the annual gala fundraiser. This year superstar Canadian comic Rick Mercer headlined the event with his one-man show and lots of laughs. The evening also included a garden reception complete with food and drinks and lots of mixing and mingling before the show.

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01 – MLA Jordan Sturdy, left, chats with Christine and Rick Amantea, of Park Royal fame.

02 – Fashionista Marilyn Diligenti, of Marilyn’s fashions, is proud to have son Franco on her arm this night.

03 – Kay Meek’s Jeanne LeSage, left, and Dorothy Byrne, West Van Arts Centre Trust Secretary, hold up a copy of Rick Mercer’s new book.

04 – Enjoying the sunshine on the patio prior to the show are Glen Slingerland, left, Karen Pedersen, Leslie and Don Rutledge.

05 – Amandah Tanner, left, chats with hubby/weatherman Marke Driesschen and former CBC weather gal Claire Martin.

06 – They’re so popular. Shucking oysters from Rodney’s Oyster Bar are Isaac Martin and Ty Fraser.

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By Catherine Barr – June 6, 2014

Also as seen in the Vancouver Sun Newspaper

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By Catherine Barr

www.CatherineBarr.com | www.WestVancouver.com | www.NorthVancouver.com

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June 17, 2014
North Shore Mayors’ Golf Tournament

The sun was out and the greens were ready at Seymour Golf and Country Club last weekend as the 7th Annual North Shore Mayors’ Golf Tournament took place. Foursomes started swinging early to enjoy a day on the links with friends and guests all in support of the new Turning Point Recovery Society and their new Women’s Recovery House located in North Vancouver. Every golfer also got an opportunity to try to “Beat the Mayor” on three different specialty challenge holes. Afterwards there was a gourmet meal followed by silent and live auction and then dancing to live music by the Boom Booms.

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01 – PR/organizer Maureen O’Brien, left, with West Vancouver Mayor Michael Smith and former CBC meteorologist Claire Martin who was also the evening’s MC.

02 – Andrew Hoffman, left, director North Shore Community Foundation, and tournament committee member Norm Smith.

03 – North Vancouver District Mayor Richard Walton holds up the buttons he’s giving away for “Beating the Mayor” on his Par 3 hole.

04 – Park Royal Shopping Centre’s Rick Amantea, left, with North Vancouver City Mayor Darrell Mussatto.

05 – AllWest Insurance’s Paul Zalesky with auto dealer owner Steve Morrey.

06 – Driving for show. Mark Sager, right, and his team are looking good as they hit the back nine.

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By Catherine Barr – May 23, 2014

Also as seen in the Vancouver Sun Newspaper

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By Catherine Barr

www.CatherineBarr.com | www.WestVancouver.com | www.NorthVancouver.com

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May 27, 2014
Glowbal Group’s New Trattoria Opening Night

West Vancouver’s Emad Yacoub and Shannon Bosa Yacoub are well known for their Glowbal Restaurant Group. With names like Italian Kitchen, Black and Blue, Coast and more, this yummy enterprise has achieved great success in Vancouver over the last few years. Now it’s time to add another member to the family with the opening of their newest venture – Trattoria. Located at Park Royal as part of the shopping centre’s extensive and stylish renovations, this is also the first North Shore venture of its kind. Staffed with experienced players, a fan favourites menu, and a perfectly positioned roof patio, this is bound to be a hot spot for the upcoming summer and beyond.

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01 – Owner Shannon Bosa-Yacoub and chef Jonathan Chuy welcome guests to the opening night party.

02 – Congrats to CKNW radio traffic gal Jennifer Thomson and her new hubby Mike Cooper who are both just back from their Vegas wedding in time for the party.

03 – Hussein Shivji and Raheil Moradi check out the sun-filled patio space on the roof.

04 – Sharing in the celebration are Park Royal Shopping Centre VP Rick Amantea and wife Christine, left, with Great Canadian Landscaping’s Jason Black and wife Leslie.

05 – John de Vincenzi and Jill Sinclair sample eats on the rooftop patio.

06 – Glowbal Group’s Tara Armstrong and Head of Corporate Operations Jack Lamont.

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By Catherine Barr – May 9, 2014

Also as seen in the Vancouver Sun Newspaper

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By Catherine Barr

www.CatherineBarr.com | www.WestVancouver.com | www.NorthVancouver.com

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May 13, 2014
New White Spot Opening at Park Royal

It’s legendary – in more ways than one. West Vancouver’s White Spot Restaurant, located at the corner of Taylor Way and Marine Drive, was a place of memories for many of us who grew up here. The Pirate Paks, the burgers and shakes, and the carhop service are all part of a history that stretches back almost 60 years. But even though the old locale is no more, do not dismay. It’s time for new memories just less than a block away. The new White Spot Park Royal opened its doors last week with a star-studded VIP night to celebrate. The same great food and familiar faces are waiting to greet you but now with a modern lounge and updated room that is actually larger than the last. The restaurant is among the first to relocate to the new Park Royal South mall which continues to modernize with new parkades, stores and services. Sadly, there will be no more carhop, but a chic outdoor patio means more fun in the sun in the warmer weather. Congrats everyone.

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01 – Vancouver hockey legends Pat “The Big Irishman” Quinn, left, and Stan “Steamer” Smyl meet fans and friends at the restaurant’s big VIP opening night party.

02 – Warren Erhart, White Spot President and CEO, joins Peter Toigo, Managing Director of Shato Holdings (White Spot’s parent company).

03 – Serving up smiles and samples, Shannon McIsaac, left, and Chaundra Kazakoff keep hungry guests happy.

04 – Upholding the White Spot name in a gleaming new kitchen are chef/kitchen manager Steve Langridge and restaurant GM Harley Bennett.

05 – BC Restaurant and Food Services Association (BCRFA) CEO and president Ian Tostenson checks out the new dining room with wife Cathy Tostenson, White Spot’s vice president marketing.

06 – Park Royal’s Rick Amantea congratulates Shato Holdings’ leasing director Heather Grant on a successful opening celebration.

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By Catherine Barr – February 27, 2014

Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Mar 13, 2014

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March 10, 2014
Harmony Arts Best of the West Gala Night

West Vancouver’s Harmony Arts Festival is always an annual favourite featuring various events, concerts, craft markets and more. Last Wednesday it was time for the week’s signature gala event as the third annual Best of the West took place on a perfectly picturesque Ambleside Pier. This evening soiree celebrated the best BC has to offer with 13 North Shore restaurants pairing up with 13 different BC wineries. Guests were able to vote on their favourite combination, with the winning restaurant and winery team being crowned as “Best of the West” for 2013.

01 – Harmony Arts manager Christie Rosta, left, joins PR pro Marnie Wilson and House Wine hostesses Michaela Morris and Michelle Bouffard for a perfect night on the pier.

02 – Park Royal’s Rick Amantea and wife Christine soak up the sun on an amazing evening out. Park Royal was the title sponsor of the event.

03 – West Vancouverites Dave Hart and wife Christine sip and sample from the many delicious offerings.

04 – Girls’ glam night out for these industry pros who know all about wine and special events. From left: Lisa Snider, Dana Lee Harris, Karen Madsen Kelly Snider and Jill Forster.

05 – Time for a tasty dessert with Carmelo’s restaurant chef Maille Deligianis, left, and Shauna Bunbury.

06 – West Vancouver municipal councillors Nora Gambioli and Michael Lewis agree that Harmony Arts is truly one of the best festivals around.

07 – Megan Sewell, of Sewell’s Marine fame, and hubby Paul McKinney enjoy date night together as the sun begins to set on the Ambleside Pier.

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By Catherine Barr – Aug 7 2012

Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Aug 15, 2012

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August 11, 2013