❤️ 24 live events | Crazy snowfall out east | Pop-Up Restaurant for V-Day - February 13, 2024 - Burrard Bulletin

Hey, all, here’s a rundown of this week’s must-sees and must-dos, plus Live Event Listings.

Ted Lasso Star Returns to His Stand-Up Roots at Just for Laughs Festival, Feb. 18

Brett Goldstein is performing at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Feb. 18 as part of the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival. Photo credit: Just for Laughs.

Brett Goldstein, an Emmy-award-winning writer and actor celebrated for his role as the grumpy, foul-mouthed footballer Roy Kent in “Ted Lasso,” takes the stage at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Sunday, Feb. 18, at 8 p.m. as a highlight of this year’s Just for Laughs comedy festival. Initially known for his writing and stand-up comedy, the British multi-talented artist found onscreen stardom after being brought on as a writer for the Apple TV+ hit series. Goldstein’s latest tour, named “The Second Best Night of Your Life,” marks a return to his live comedy roots. Dozens of name acts are scheduled for this year’s festival including Bill Burr, Wanda Sykes, and Kathy Griffin. Go to the Just for Laughs website for a complete schedule of showtimes.

Fun Fact:

What material in the average 2,500 sq ft home weighs 6,560 pounds and costs approximately $2,300?

The answer is revealed at the bottom of this newsletter.

Snow out east – a week ago, the Maritimes were buried:

Buried vehicles, people trapped in their homes – the frightening life-and-death situations to homeowners caused by heavy snowfall out east this year…

=> Read this article (and watch the videos)

Daniel Lapp Quartet Celebrates Iconic “My Funny Valentine” Sessions, Feb. 15-16

Seventy years after West Coast jazz legend Chet Baker laid down the tracks for his seminal vocal debut, “Chet Baker Sings,” on February 15, 1954, trumpeter/fiddler Daniel Lapp will honour the milestone with his quartet. He’ll be bringing Baker’s iconic session back to life at the Kay Meek Arts Centre on Feb. 15 and 16. Renowned for his intense, emotional take on classics such as ‘My Funny Valentine,’ Baker’s soulful music has greatly impacted later generations. Lapp and his ensemble will cover the entire album and add a selection of other pieces, paying homage to Baker’s lasting legacy.

Fan Expo Takes Deep Dive into Pop Culture, Feb. 17-19

Fan Expo’s annual lovefest for all things pop culture is set for this weekend at the Vancouver Convention Centre, Feb. 17 to 19. The three-day extravaganza connects fans directly with the minds behind their favourite films, TV shows, comics, and more, featuring panel discussions and autograph sessions with celebrities and creators. Through interactive demos and workshops, attendees can dive into various subgenres — such as sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming. Some of the celebrities scheduled to appear include Lord of the Rings’ Elijah Wood, Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul’s Giancarlo Esposito, and Alexandra Breckenridge and Zibby Allen from the locally-shot Netflix hit series “Virgin River.” Other featured categories at the weekend event will focus on Animation Voices, Anime Guests, Gaming Stars, Comic Creators, and Cosplayers. Check out the Fan Expo website for the complete schedule.

New Restaurant: Special Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Dinner Menu at Mèreon, Feb. 14

Typically welcoming guests from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with its French-inspired West Coast brunch offerings, the new Ambleside bistro Mèreon is branching out this Valentine’s Day. On Wednesday, Feb. 14, starting at 5 p.m., the West Vancouver restaurant is offering a special pop-up prix-fixe dinner for $65 per person. Founder Ophelia Arida and restaurateur/chef Emmanuel Joinville have curated a three-course menu for the evening, featuring an appetizer, entrée, and dessert — perhaps providing a preview of some of the culinary delights to expect from Mèreon’s plans for an upcoming regular dinner service. Reservations are required.

24 Upcoming Live Events Schedule: From Laughs to Legends

Answer to fun fact:

What material in the average 2,500 sq. ft. home weighs 6,560 pounds and costs approximately $3,000?

Answer: Drywall.

A typical 2,500 sq. ft. home uses 4,100 sq. ft. of drywall (128 sheets). 1/2″ thick sheets weigh 48 pounds each, that’s 2,975 kilograms (6,560 pounds).

FYI, the $3,000 cost does not include installation unless you do it yourself 🔨.

Putting that into perspective, hippos weigh 2,975+ kilograms. IMO, I would’ve never guessed that a hippo weighs as much as all the drywall in a 2,500 sq ft home.