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Robson Concept Susan Milley 2 Expanding Robson Square – the 800-block Petitions

UPDATE: For those of you interested in our Robson Square petitions, please check out our newly created on-line versions. The “yes” petition started late yesterday, the “no” petition today. Here’s your chance to participate in the discussion: YES, I support... Continue reading »

August 16, 2011   |   0 comments
P8146297 Robson Community Market a grand success

A quick thank you to everyone who stopped by yesterday’s community market at the 800-block of Robson Street. Despite murmurings to the contrary, the weather turned out to be awesome — a perfect backdrop for the 30+ local vendors and... Continue reading »

August 15, 2011   |   0 comments
Market Panorama Robson Community Market a grand success

A quick thank you to everyone who stopped by yesterday’s community market at the 800-block of Robson Street. Despite murmurings to the contrary, the weather turned out to be awesome — a perfect backdrop for the 30+ local vendors and... Continue reading »

August 15, 2011   |   0 comments
Blim Community Market turns Robson Square into vibrant public space

The Blim Community Market will take over Robson Square this Sunday, August 14, offering a glimpse into the possibilities of an improved central gathering place in Vancouver’s public square. Jointly presented by VPSN and Blim, with support from Viva Vancouver, this... Continue reading »

August 12, 2011   |   0 comments
Stating the Obvious: Food Brings People Together

I read a great article this morning over at Project for Public Spaces blog that combines some of the best things about life in the city: parks and food carts. The article, “The Power of Food Trucks to Calm a... Continue reading »

August 11, 2011   |   1 comment