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What: NiX: THEATRE OF SNOW AND ICE Vancouver impresario Kendra Fanconi puts on Canada's first theatre of snow and ice in Lost Lake Park. The show follows two survivors of an apocalypse and an arsonist. For tickets visit the website www.theonlyanimal.

What: NiX: THEATRE OF SNOW AND ICE Vancouver impresario Kendra Fanconi puts on Canada's first theatre of snow and ice in Lost Lake Park. The show follows two survivors of an apocalypse and an arsonist. For tickets visit the website www.theonlyanimal.com/theatre/nix.

When: Showing up until Saturday, February 27, 7:30 p.m. each night until then

Where: Lost Lake

 

What: 7-ELEVEN FIRE AND ICE SHOW Come to the base of Whistler Village Gondola and witness some of Whistler's best daredevils as they literally jump through fire to impress you. There's also fire spinners and fireworks. Afterwards come by the GLC's Afterburn party.

When: Every Sunday until February 28, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Base of Whistler Village Gondola

 

What: WINTER FARMERS MARKET The weekly farmers' market is still happening during the Olympics. This is the best way for you to get a taste of the bounty that the Sea to Sky region's soil has to offer. There's fresh bread, local produce, custom-made jewellery and much, much more.

When: Every Sunday until February 28, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre

 

What: APRES WITH MATZO BALL SOUP Rabbi Chaim Shapiro presents Apres sessions for Shabbat during the Olympics. This one is a service and dinner with a hot bowl of Matzo Ball Soup. Eat with your fellow community members and Vancouver 2010 participants. Kadish needed on February 19.

When: Friday February 19 and Friday February 26, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Where: Whistler Museum

 

What: MOUNT SINAI ON WHISTLER BLACKCOMB MOUNTAINS Start your Shabbat morning service with some of the finest pastries in Whistler. Start your day with prayer and get a taste of Sinai with a weekly torah portion along with some meaningful insights. Kadish needed February 20.

When: Saturday February 20 and Saturday February 27, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Where: Whistler Museum

 

What: A NIGHT WITH WHISTLER BLACK BEARS Whistler Bear Expert Michael Allen documents the life cycles of bears several months out of the year and now he's holding a fireside chat at the Whistler Museum to help educate people about our ursine neighbours during the Games. Tickets $65, includes wine and appetizers.

When: Thursday February 18, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Where: Whistler Museum

 

What: COMMUNITY PANCAKE BREAKFAST - CELEBRATE SUSTAINABILITY AND CULTURE Enjoy pancakes, sustainability and local entertainment. Learn the importance of sustainability through arts, crafts and more. Bobs and Lolo will get the kids dancing and singing about protecting the Earth.

When: Saturday February 20, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Where: Whistler Public Library

 

What: BUILD IT AND THEY WILL COME Watch Whistler's original development team reunite for a fireside chat at the Whistler Museum. Al Raine, Garry Watson, Eldon Beck, John Hetherington and Mike Vance will recount the days of bringing Whistler up to its modern-day standards. Tickets $65.

When: Saturday February 20, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Where: Whistler Museum

 

What: HELLY HANSEN'S NEXT TOP MODEL Helly Hansen in Whistler is seeking the person with the oldest, coolest Helly Vintage suit. Wear it into the store, get your photo taken and enter to win a new Helly Hansen suit of your choice on the company dime! Winner to be presented at a fashion show later this month.

When: Contest closes Sunday February 24

Where: Helly Hansen locations

 

What: WHISTLER 2010 ABSOLUTE PURIM PARTY Watch the Games on a big screen. Hear the Megillah, say "L'Chaim!" and enjoy music and dancing. More details to come. Kadish needed February 27.

When: Saturday February 27, 7 p.m.

Where: Whistler Museum