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SUMMARY:3rd Thursday in January with Hauser/Ariaratnam/Whitworth
DESCRIPTION:8east’s 3rd Thursday monthly series presents Johanna Hauser on clarinets\, Matthew Ariaratnam on cello and electronics\, and Nikko Whitworth on bass \nTwo sets\, doors at 7:45\, music at 8:00 \nbeverages and light refreshments \nBy Donation $10/$20/FREE \nPay what you can so others can attend for free \n~ 8EAST ACCESS STATEMENT ~ \nThe 8EAST social space for new culture is a project of the NOW Society\, located on the Territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm\, Skwxwú7mesh and səlil̓wətaʔɬ Peoples\, in Chinatown\, in the DTES\, in Vancouver. \nWe are committed to making 8EAST a safe(r)\, welcoming and more accessible space. We do not tolerate discrimination based on age\, gender\, neuro a-typicality\, disability\, place of origin\, cultural background\, religious beliefs\, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate racism\, sexual aggression\, assault\, or harassment which can include unwanted touch or comments that objectify or sexualize. We adopt and follow the We Have Voice Collective Code of Conduct. \nWe can accommodate a variety of needs\, including assistance dogs\, walkers\, wheelchairs\, scooters\, and strollers. To arrange for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation\, please contact now@nowsociety.org. \nWe recognize that access is an ongoing and evolving discussion\, and acknowledge that this statement may be insufficient. Concerns or suggestions can be addressed\, discussed or expressed anonymously by emailing safety@nowsociety.org. 8EAST ventilation: Open windows and door\, 3 HEPA air purifiers and UV lights on return air in the HVAC system. Mask wearing is recommended and masks will be available. Seating\, wooden stackable chairs without armrests\, is movable. \nSeating is generally arranged in groups of two or threes with space between groups for easy mobility. Wheelchair seating is easily accommodated. The 34 inch wide main entrance to 8EAST has a threshold of approximately 0.5 inches high. There is no door automation. During events\, the door is open or can be opened by the Front of House person. There are no ramps or stairs to navigate. Internal floors are smooth concrete. Outdoor plaza events are held on concrete pavers\, some are uneven. Paths and hallways are kept free of impediments. \n8EAST has a wheelchair accessible\, non-gendered toilet on site with a door width of 35 inches. Additional public toilets\, not wheel chair accessible\, are located in the adjacent hallway. The NOW Society emergency evacuation procedures are in place for all individuals. The Front of House person or a staff member onsite is trained in naloxone administration and will be the contact person in case of emergencies. \nGETTING THERE AND PARKING: \n8EAST is located within 50 meters of buses 004\, 007\, 019\, 022\, 209\, and N19 on Pender Street. Stops for buses 003\, 008\, 014\, 016\, 020\, N8\, N20\, and N35 are located within 250 metres on Hastings Street. Stadium–Chinatown SkyTrain Station is approximately 400 metres away. General metered street parking is available on surrounding streets. A passenger drop-off zone without a curb is located within 50 metres at 531 Carrall Street. To arrange for HandyDART transportation and accompanying assistants\, please contact now@nowsociety.org. \nThere is a bike rack on the SW corner of Pender and Carrall Street\, viewable while inside 8EAST and on the Plaza. Covered bike parking is available at the Main Street – Science World Skytrain Station. From there\, one can take the #3 bus\, then walk West down Pender to 8EAST (c. 5 mins)\, walk to 8EAST (c. 15 mins) or ride one skytrain stop to Stadium – Chinatown and walk Northwest to 8EAST (c. 5 mins). The closest Bike Locker to 8EAST is located at VCC Clark. From there\, one can take trains to Stadium – Chinatown Skytrain Station and walk NorthWest to 8EAST
URL:https://www.8east.ca/event/3rd-thursday-in-january-with-hauser-ariaratnam-whitworth/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T230000
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UID:8932-1768593600-1768604400@www.8east.ca
SUMMARY:World to Come #5
DESCRIPTION:January 16\, 8 – 11:00 pmAt 8EAST\, 8 East Pender St.By Donation $10/20/xxFUNDRAISER and improvised music\n\nTwo sets of music\, each featuring a new project followed by impromtu ensembles.\n\nThe World to Come\, inspired by Angela Davis on Radical Self Care\n“It’s very dangerous not to recognize that as we struggle\, we are attempting to presage the world to come. And the world to come should be one in which we acknowledge collectivity and connections and relations and joy. And if we don’t start practicing collective self-care now\, there’s no way to imagine\, much less reach\, a time of freedom.”\n\nPROJECTS\nSecret Beaches – Matt Skillings and Lee Hutuzulak Electronics and Programming\nElisa Thorn Songs – Some new songs! Meditative\, psychedelic and introspecitive…\n\nIMPROVISED MUSIC withJohn Gross – flute\nJohanna Hauser – clarinets\nRuthie Ha – saxophone\nSaul Bersen – saxophone\nJack Lee – Trumpet\nJade Decker- voice\nJeremy Fornier-Hanlon – voice\nLan Tung – erhu\nSJ Kirsch – voice\nRicardo Hardy – guitar\nCole Schmidt – guitar\nElisa Thorn – harp\nZack Colborne – synth\nCease Wyss – synthesized plant sounds\nLee Hutzulak – electronics\nMatt Skillings – electronics\nBahar Kahzei – piano\nLisa Cay Miller – piano\nRóisín Adams – piano\nMorgan Sidky – drums\n\nFUNDRAISER – This event will be a fundraiser for Hurricane Melissa Relief\n\n“Hurricane Melissa\, a powerful Category 5 storm\, has passed\, leaving widespread devastation across Jamaica. Thousands of people have been affected\, with families displaced\, homes destroyed\, and livelihoods shattered. Now begins the hard road to recovery. Together\, let’s stand ready to help families rebuild their homes\, restore their lives and bring hope back to our nation.”\n\nThe World to Come is curated by Bahar Khazei and Lisa Cay MillerImage and poster design by Lee Hutzulak\n\n~ 8EAST ACCESS STATEMENT ~\n\nThe 8EAST social space for new culture is a project of the NOW Society\, located on the Territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm\, Skwxwú7mesh and səlil̓wətaʔɬ Peoples\, in Chinatown\, in the DTES\, in Vancouver.\n\nWe are committed to making 8EAST a safe(r)\, welcoming and more accessible space. We do not tolerate discrimination based on age\, gender\, neuro a-typicality\, disability\, place of origin\, cultural background\, religious beliefs\, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate racism\, sexual aggression\, assault\, or harassment which can include unwanted touch or comments that objectify or sexualize. We adopt and follow the We Have Voice Collective Code of Conduct.\n\nWe can accommodate a variety of needs\, including assistance dogs\, walkers\, wheelchairs\, scooters\, and strollers. To arrange for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation\, please contact now@nowsociety.org.\n\nWe recognize that access is an ongoing and evolving discussion and acknowledge that this statement may be insufficient. Concerns or suggestions can be addressed\, discussed or expressed anonymously by emailing safety@nowsociety.org. 8EAST ventilation: Open windows and door\, 3 HEPA air purifiers and UV lights on return air in the HVAC system. Mask wearing is recommended and masks will be available. Seating\, wooden stackable chairs without armrests\, is movable.\n\nSeating is generally arranged in groups of two or threes with space between groups for easy mobility. Wheelchair seating is easily accommodated. The 34 inch wide main entrance to 8EAST has a threshold of approximately 0.5 inches high. There is no door automation. During events\, the door is open or can be opened by the Front of House person. There are no ramps or stairs to navigate. Internal floors are smooth concrete. Outdoor plaza events are held on concrete pavers\, some are uneven. Paths and hallways are kept free of impediments.\n\n8EAST has a wheelchair accessible\, non-gendered toilet on site with a door width of 35 inches. Additional public toilets\, not wheel chair accessible\, are located in the adjacent hallway. The NOW Society emergency evacuation procedures are in place for all individuals. The Front of House person or a staff member onsite is trained in naloxone administration and will be the contact person in case of emergencies.\n\nGETTING THERE AND PARKING:\n\n8EAST is located within 50 meters of buses 004\, 007\, 019\, 022\, 209\, and N19 on Pender Street. Stops for buses 003\, 008\, 014\, 016\, 020\, N8\, N20\, and N35 are located within 250 metres on Hastings Street. Stadium–Chinatown SkyTrain Station is approximately 400 metres away. General metered street parking is available on surrounding streets. A passenger drop-off zone without a curb is located within 50 metres at 531 Carrall Street. To arrange for HandyDART transportation and accompanying assistants\, please contact now@nowsociety.org.\n\nThere is a bike rack on the SW corner of Pender and Carrall Street\, viewable while inside 8EAST and on the Plaza. Covered bike parking is available at the Main Street – Science World Skytrain Station. From there\, one can take the #3 bus\, then walk West down Pender to 8EAST (c. 5 mins)\, walk to 8EAST (c. 15 mins) or ride one skytrain stop to Stadium – Chinatown and walk Northwest to 8EAST (c. 5 mins). The closest Bike Locker to 8EAST is located at VCC Clark. From there\, one can take trains to Stadium – Chinatown Skytrain Station and walk NorthWest to 8EAST.
URL:https://www.8east.ca/event/world-to-come-5/
LOCATION:8EAST\, 8 East Pender St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 1T1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260117T200000
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UID:8903-1768680000-1768692600@www.8east.ca
SUMMARY:Hauser/Miller/Avendaño • Kane/Wilson/Blaney/Caballero
DESCRIPTION:Two sets\, doors at 7:45\, music at 8:00Beverages and light refreshmentsBy Donation $10/$20/FREEPay what you can so others can attend for free\nSet #1\nJohanna Hauser – ClarinetLisa C. Miller – PianoAdrian Avendaño – Drums\nSet #2\nDaniel Kane – SaxophoneTony Wilson – GuitarPaul Blaney – BassJesus Caballero – Drums\n\n~ 8EAST ACCESS STATEMENT ~\nThe 8EAST social space for new culture is a project of the NOW Society\, located on the Territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm\, Skwxwú7mesh and səlil̓wətaʔɬ Peoples\, in Chinatown\, in the DTES\, in Vancouver.\nWe are committed to making 8EAST a safe(r)\, welcoming and more accessible space. We do not tolerate discrimination based on age\, gender\, neuro a-typicality\, disability\, place of origin\, cultural background\, religious beliefs\, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate racism\, sexual aggression\, assault\, or harassment which can include unwanted touch or comments that objectify or sexualize. We adopt and follow the We Have Voice Collective Code of Conduct.\nWe can accommodate a variety of needs\, including assistance dogs\, walkers\, wheelchairs\, scooters\, and strollers. To arrange for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation\, please contact now@nowsociety.org.\nWe recognize that access is an ongoing and evolving discussion\, and acknowledge that this statement may be insufficient. Concerns or suggestions can be addressed\, discussed or expressed anonymously by emailing safety@nowsociety.org. 8EAST ventilation: Open windows and door\, 3 HEPA air purifiers and UV lights on return air in the HVAC system. Mask wearing is recommended and masks will be available. Seating\, wooden stackable chairs without armrests\, is movable.\nSeating is generally arranged in groups of two or threes with space between groups for easy mobility. Wheelchair seating is easily accommodated. The 34 inch wide main entrance to 8EAST has a threshold of approximately 0.5 inches high. There is no door automation. During events\, the door is open or can be opened by the Front of House person. There are no ramps or stairs to navigate. Internal floors are smooth concrete. Outdoor plaza events are held on concrete pavers\, some are uneven. Paths and hallways are kept free of impediments.\n8EAST has a wheelchair accessible\, non-gendered toilet on site with a door width of 35 inches. Additional public toilets\, not wheel chair accessible\, are located in the adjacent hallway. The NOW Society emergency evacuation procedures are in place for all individuals. The Front of House person or a staff member onsite is trained in naloxone administration and will be the contact person in case of emergencies.\nGETTING THERE AND PARKING:\n8EAST is located within 50 meters of buses 004\, 007\, 019\, 022\, 209\, and N19 on Pender Street. Stops for buses 003\, 008\, 014\, 016\, 020\, N8\, N20\, and N35 are located within 250 metres on Hastings Street. Stadium–Chinatown SkyTrain Station is approximately 400 metres away. General metered street parking is available on surrounding streets. A passenger drop-off zone without a curb is located within 50 metres at 531 Carrall Street. To arrange for HandyDART transportation and accompanying assistants\, please contact now@nowsociety.org.\nThere is a bike rack on the SW corner of Pender and Carrall Street\, viewable while inside 8EAST and on the Plaza. Covered bike parking is available at the Main Street – Science World Skytrain Station. From there\, one can take the #3 bus\, then walk West down Pender to 8EAST (c. 5 mins)\, walk to 8EAST (c. 15 mins) or ride one skytrain stop to Stadium – Chinatown and walk Northwest to 8EAST (c. 5 mins). The closest Bike Locker to 8EAST is located at VCC Clark. From there\, one can take trains to Stadium – Chinatown Skytrain Station and walk NorthWest to 8EAST
URL:https://www.8east.ca/event/wilson-blaney-caballero-hold/
LOCATION:8EAST\, 8 East Pender St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 1T1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T200000
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CREATED:20251210T180935Z
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UID:8946-1769277600-1769284800@www.8east.ca
SUMMARY:Onomatopoeia at Roberts Creek Hall
DESCRIPTION:\ \nEver heard a comic book performed? A Graphic Novel interpreted by creative musicians? Join us for performances of Onomatopoeia! \nJanuary 24 at 6pm\, doors at 5:30\n6 – 7pm Performances of Roberts Creek Elementary School Students!\n7 – 8pm Onomatopoeia performance\nAt Roberts Creek Hall\nEntry by Donation\nJoin us in the public rehearsal\, 2:30 – 4pm!\n\nEntry by Donation\nNOW Ensemble: \nHaley Bird – oboe\nJohanna Hauser – bass clarinet\nGraham Ord – saxophone\nBill Clark – trumpet\nNikko Whitworth – bass\nMiles Wong – drums\n \nSince 2013\, the NOW Society has been presenting improvisation Onomatopoeia workshops and performances. Composed by Gary Wildeman\, Onomatopoeia is a 48-page comic book musical score that provides listeners with a direct way to relate to improvised music. The comic features syllables and environments to express the adventures of two iconic characters. In concert\, audiences are given a score to follow along in performance. \nOnomatopoeia is not only presented in performance\, but is also used in NOW workshops. Participants with any amount of experience quickly pick up how this graphic score can inspire improvisation as they learn to interpret with delight\, courage\, and abandon. The creative practices introduced in these workshops allow improvisers to explore the interpretation of imagery in terms of form and connection with abstract sound\, not just through playing the score\, but also through creating their own score that is then played by the musicians leading the workshops. \nFollowing a demonstration of Gary’s Work\, including a discussion of onomatopoeic syllables\, narrative and the generation of scenic landscapes\, and a performance of part of the work\, participants create their own three-panel comic strip score. These musical scores/comic strips are then performed for the students by the NOW musicians\, celebrating each composer. These workshops have been presented in Squamish\, BC at the Howe Sound Secondary School\, the Vancouver Art Gallery Family Fuse\, in the East Vancouver schools\, at the Boston School of music and in the Sonic Playground Festival at the Roundhouse. This year we will be presenting the workshop at Roberts Creek elementary School and we will feature performances of the students’ graphic scores in the performance at Roberts Creek Hall! \nOnomatopoeia is a NOW Society/Bronze Age co-production\nArtwork/score by Gary Wildeman\nRecorded live at the Western Front\, November 22\, 2013\nProduced by Lisa Cay Miller.\nRecorded\, mixed and mastered by Chris Gestrin\nReleased in 2015\, by the NOW Society and Bronze Age Records\nbronzeagerecords.bandcamp.com
URL:https://www.8east.ca/event/onomatopoeia-presented-by-now/
LOCATION:Private: Roberts Creek Hall\, 1309 Roberts Creek Rd\, Roberts Creek\, BC\, V0N 2W2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260125T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260116T232918Z
CREATED:20251210T181721Z
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UID:8944-1769371200-1769378400@www.8east.ca
SUMMARY:Onomatopoeia at 8EAST
DESCRIPTION:\ \nEver heard a comic book performed? A Graphic Novel interpreted by creative musicians? Join us for performances of Onomatopoeia! \nJanuary 25 at 8pm\nat 8EAST\, 8 EAST Pender Street\, Vancouver\nOnomatopoeia performance\nEntry by Donation\nNOW Ensemble: \nHaley Bird – oboe\nJohanna Hauser – bass clarinet\nGraham Ord – saxophone\nBill Clark – trumpet\nNikko Whitworth – bass\nMiles Wong – drums\n \nSince 2013\, the NOW Society has been presenting improvisation Onomatopoeia workshops and performances. Composed by Gary Wildeman\, Onomatopoeia is a 48-page comic book musical score that provides listeners with a direct way to relate to improvised music. The comic features syllables and environments to express the adventures of two iconic characters. In concert\, audiences are given a score to follow along in performance.\n​ \nOnomatopoeia is a NOW Society/Bronze Age co-production\nArtwork/score by Gary Wildeman\nRecorded live at the Western Front\, November 22\, 2013\nProduced by Lisa Cay Miller.\nRecorded\, mixed and mastered by Chris Gestrin\nReleased in 2015\, by the NOW Society and Bronze Age Records\nbronzeagerecords.bandcamp.com
URL:https://www.8east.ca/event/onomatopoeia-at-8east/
LOCATION:8EAST\, 8 East Pender St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 1T1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260128T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260128T220000
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CREATED:20260108T183816Z
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UID:9076-1769625000-1769637600@www.8east.ca
SUMMARY:Improv Karaoke #50
DESCRIPTION:On the last Wednesday of every month… \nCome play improvised music in a collaborative setting! Open to improvising musicians of all genres and experience levels. Small ensembles will be randomly created from musicians that register (that’s you!) to play short sets together. \n\nFree/$10/$20/$xx\n\n\nAdmission is free; donations are welcome at the door (cash only).\n\n\nCash bar by donation.\n\n\nSet up 6:30pm-7pm\nMusic 7pm-10pm\n\n\nListeners are always welcome and do not need to register.\n\n*This event is recorded via photograph\, short videos\, and audio for archival purposes. Photographs and short videos may be posted via Instagram in the spirit of sharing. Please reach out to us if this is not within your comfort and we will absolutely respect your request no questions asked! \nTo Participate: \n\nRegistrations will open 1 week prior to each monthly event.\nPlease register via Eventbrite if it is your first time coming.\n\n\nDrop-in registrations at the door are available but capacity-dependent\n\n\nIf it says Sold Out\, come anyway and we’ll do our best to slip you into an ensemble!Bring with you:\n\n\nyour instruments\, cables\, amps\, and smiles!\n\n\nAvailable on-site: drum set\, piano\, two guitar amps\, bass amp.\n*Electronic Instruments and Laptops welcomed\n\nWhen you Arrive: \n\nCome say “hi!” to one of our hosts at the check-in counter and create your very own karaoke-card!\nReturning musicians: help us out by finding your karaoke-card!\nPlease check in with us before 7pm in-person to play in Round 1 (starts 7pm sharp).\nRushing from work/other places to be? We love that you’re coming out anyway and will include you in Round 2.\nPriority will be given to those who have checked in on a first-come-first-serve basis. “.\n\nThis event will be co-hosted by Mike WT Allen\, Matthew Ariaratnam. \n“If you have any questions\, comments\, and/or concerns\, please don’t hesitate to contact our organizer Andrea Wong at improv.karaoke.yvr@gmail.com. She is friendly. :)” \n*Thank you for coming out and supporting the improvised music community! \n*This event is presented as part of the NOW Society sponsored Residency Program\, hosted by the NOW Society at 8EAST. Please visit nowsociety.org and 8east.ca for more details. \n  \n~ 8EAST ACCESS STATEMENT ~ \nThe 8EAST social space for new culture is a project of the NOW Society\, located on the Territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm\, Skwxwú7mesh and səlil̓wətaʔɬ Peoples\, in Chinatown\, in the DTES\, in Vancouver. \nWe are committed to making 8EAST a safe(r)\, welcoming and more accessible space. We do not tolerate discrimination based on age\, gender\, neuro a-typicality\, disability\, place of origin\, cultural background\, religious beliefs\, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate racism\, sexual aggression\, assault\, or harassment which can include unwanted touch or comments that objectify or sexualize. We adopt and follow the We Have Voice Collective Code of Conduct.\nWe can accommodate a variety of needs\, including assistance dogs\, walkers\, wheelchairs\, scooters\, and strollers. To arrange for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation\, please contact now@nowsociety.org. \nWe recognize that access is an ongoing and evolving discussion\, and acknowledge that this statement may be insufficient. Concernts or suggestions can be addressed\, discussed or expressed anonymously by emailing safety@nowsociety.org. 8EAST ventilation: Open windows and door\, 3 HEPA air purifiers and UV lights on return air in the HVAC system. Mask wearing is recommend and masks will be available. Seating\, wooden stackable chairs without armrests\, is movable. \nSeating is generally arranged in groups of two or threes with space between groups for easy mobility. Wheelchair seating is easily accommodated. The 34 inch wide main entrance to 8EAST has a threshold of approximately 0.5 inches high. There is no door automation. During events\, the door is open or can be opened by the Front of House person. There are no ramps or stairs to navigate. Internal floors are smooth concrete. Outdoor plaza events are held on concrete pavers\, some are uneven. Paths and hallways are kept free of impediments. \n8EAST has a wheelchair accessible\, non-gendered toilet on site with a door width of 35 inches. Additional public toilets\, not wheel chair accessible\, are located in the adjacent hallway. The NOW Society emergency evacuation procedures are in place for all individuals. The Front of House person or a staff member onsite is trained in naloxone administration and will be the contact person in case of emergencies. \nGETTING THERE AND PARKING: \n8EAST is located within 50 meters of buses 004\, 007\, 019\, 022\, 209\, and N19 on Pender Street. Stops for buses 003\, 008\, 014\, 016\, 020\, N8\, N20\, and N35 are located within 250 metres on Hastings Street. Stadium–Chinatown SkyTrain Station is approximately 400 metres away. General metered street parking is available on surrounding streets. A passenger drop-off zone without a curb is located within 50 metres at 531 Carrall Street. To arrange for HandyDART transportation and accompanying assistants\, please contact now@nowsociety.org. \nThere is a bike rack on the SW corner of Pender and Carrall Street\, viewable while inside 8EAST and on the Plaza. Covered bike parking is available at the Main Street – Science World Skytrain Station. From there\, one can take the #3 bus\, then walk West down Pender to 8EAST (c. 5 mins)\, walk to 8EAST (c. 15 mins) or ride one skytrain stop to Stadium – Chinatown and walk Northwest to 8EAST (c. 5 mins). The closest Bike Locker to 8EAST is located at VCC Clark. From there\, one can take trains to Stadium – Chinatown Skytrain Station and walk NorthWest to 8EAST. \n 
URL:https://www.8east.ca/event/improv-karaoke-50/
LOCATION:8EAST\, 8 East Pender St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 1T1\, Canada
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