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Canada line service to YVR is gradually returning to normal.

The SkyTrain system is on snow watch as snow is falling in Metro Vancouver.

West Van Transit’s #251 is only going as far north as Mathers — not Queen’s.

Please remember to dress for cold weather and expect to wait longer than usual between buses and — in extreme cases — some stalls on SkyTrain related to the weather as well.

Canada Line has an issue on the portion to YVR-Airport. a shuttle train is running between Templeton and Bridgeport stations: customers going to the airport may experience some delays as a result.

West Vancouver Transit – #251 Queen’s is on snow route, travelling along Marine drive to 25th, then up only as far as Mathers and then back to 11th — so anyone living above Mathers will not have service for the time being.

Looks like there could be some more issues as the morning unfolds, so please remember to dress for the elements and wear appropriate footwear: expect that there will be delays between buses and on SkyTrain.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year….

No, not talking about the holiday season…I am talking about Dine Out Vancouver!

Initially created to get people to go to support the restaurants at a time that is slow for business – it has become a great way to also try some great restaurants you have never tried before at 3 great pricing options – a chance to introduce yourself to some new favourites!

At the media dine around, we started off at The Bacchas Bistro at the Wedgewood Hotel for some tapas  – honestly, one of my favourite rooms in the city (we had our post wedding brunch there!)

I also had a chance to try Salmon n’ Bannock - which had the most AMAZING Elk (yes, it’s more than just Salmon) and a really great bannock dessert (who knew!).

I also had the privilege of trying the menu at Hawksworth Restaurant - Every dish was divine…but the buttermilk panettone was really unique.

The Glowbal Group also had their own dine around….so COAST,  Black + Blue and The Italian Kitchen …everything was excellent – but at Black + Blue, we had breakfast for dinner -”“Bacon ‘n’ Eggs” thick cut double smoked bacon, fried duck egg, spicy maple syrup, wild arugula” – super unique!

with Glowbal Group Executive Chef, Josh Wolfe

 Planning to take my dad to L’Abattoire this weekend….so lots of great options – and if you have guests in from out of town – there are some Hotels that you can add to your package as well! 

Either way…there’s never been a better time to Dine Out Vancouver!

Enjoy,

Dawn

Good morning!

Snow is falling in many parts of Metro Vancouver, but it’s not affecting bus service at this time. All buses are on regular routing.

SkyTrain has its snow plan in effect, so that SkyTrain Attendants are watching the situation and may start riding the Millennium Line trains if the snow gets heavier.

Things could change during the day, so we remind everyone to dress for the elements with proper footwear and expect that there could be some delays between buses and even diversions at times, if road conditions dictate.

Jody and Riaz did a plank-off on Breakfast Television this morning. Riaz lasted around 3:30 before collapsing on the set. This is HARD stuff!
We got the idea for a planking challenge a few days ago, when my fellow BT producer Catherine challenged me to a planking duel in our newsroom. Catherine won (I won’t say how long I lasted…but I’ll say Riaz had better luck than me).
How long can you hold the planking position?!
K

Catherine and I planking in the BT office. It's hard work!

Just a quick post to thank EVERYONE who came to the gig with Dal at the River Rock Casino! A great time was had by all and the dance floor was full right from the 1st song (In the Mood).

Performing New Year's Eve with Dal Richards!

I have decided that I would like to make 2012 the year I put out a new recording – whether it is one song, or a whole album – I am going to record and release “something” !

In the meantime, feel free to check out my WEBSITE for more details on performances (both fronting my own group as well as one of Dal’s Gals)

Thanks for your support, and feel free to post your own goal or resolution on this page…it’s all about “putting it out there to the Universe!”

Dawn

This year I am thrilled to be performing New Year’s Eve with the Dal Richards Orchestra at the River Rock Casino in Richmond! I will be one of Dal’s Gals (which also includes Diane Lines, Jennifer Hayes and the newest addition, Caroline Markos) as we ring in 2012 – how cool is that?!?

Just one of Dal's Gals! photo by Linsey Hulls

On January 5, 2012, Dal will turn 94 years old! To celebrate this BC Legend, Breakfast Television is devoting the Live Eye that day to host an on-air birthday party at his home during the broadcast (imagine having to get up at 6am on your birthday and have guests over? What a guy!). We will hear stories, see pictures and some of his memorabilia from his 7 decades of performing.

We are also expecting a few special guests to join us, so please tune in to BT on January 5 and celebrate with us!

I also encourage you to post your birthday greetings to Dal here on my blog…I would be happy to print them off for him and present your wishes that morning. I know he will be thrilled and grateful for your support!

Have a wonderful New Years Eve! Please be safe and don’t drive if you are drinking. We all deserve a great start to 2012!

Please be sure to check out my Official Website for upcoming gigs with Dal Richards as well as my own Jazz Stylings.

You may also follow me on TWITTER and FACEBOOK - thanks for keeping in touch!

Dawn

Happy New Year All!

Here is the New Years schedule for your Translink services…

Celebrate safely!

Come on and take a FREE RIDE!

TransLink longer service Dec. 31 and it’s free after 5!

Once again this year, TransLink is making it easier for people to get home safely from New Year’s Eve celebrations, with enhanced and extended late-night transit service on New Year’s Eve.

From 5pm until the close of service (nearly 5am January 1^st), public transit is free on all modes.

SkyTrain will run an extra hour, so the last departure from Waterfront Station is at 2:05 a.m. (Canada Line to YVR-Airport), 2:15 a.m. (to Richmond-Brighouse) and 2:16 a.m. (Expo/Millennium Lines). The last SeaBus leaves Lonsdale Quay at 2:06 a.m. and Waterfront at 2:20 a.m.

Buses will run on the Saturday schedule, but extend late-night service on certain routes, and in some cases, the “regular” route will overlap with the complementing NightBuses. This will provide more capacity on those routes and provide more opportunity for people to choose public transit. Details of those service extensions can be found at http://www.translink.ca/en/Schedules-and-Maps/Holiday-Service.aspx. This information is subject to change, but updated information is on the TransLink Trip Planner at www.translink.ca. The Trip Planner is an excellent resource for customers to plan ahead and be aware of when the last buses run.

On Sunday, Jan. 1, all service will run on the sunday/holiday schedule. Service will return to the usual weekday schedule on Monday, Jan. 2, except for West Coast Express, which will not run that day at all; and all service will be back to normal on Tuesday, Jan. 3.

TransLink and its 7,000+ employees and their families with everyone all the very best for 2012!

Effective immediately, BC Ferries will operate its Tsawwassen mid-island sailings from Departure Bay in Nanaimo instead of Duke Point. This change to the route will continue until further notice.

At 2:50 pm today, the Coastal Inspiration experienced a hard landing upon arrival at Duke Point terminal. The terminal berth sustained significant damage and the vessel’s port side doors were also damaged.  The vessel will be pulled from service and replaced by another vessel.   There were two minor injuries to passengers and one minor injury to a crew member on board the vessel, as a result of the hard landing at Duke Point. 

BC Ferries is investigating the cause of the hard landing.

The following regular mid-island – Tsawwassen schedule will be in effect starting tomorrow, Wed., December 21:

Shuttle bus service has been set up between Departure Bay and Duke Point until further notice.

Regularly scheduled service, including the extra holiday sailings, will be in effect on the Departure Bay – Horseshoe Bay route.

For traffic updates or more information please call us toll free at 1-888-BCFERRY (223-3779), check our website at www.bcferries.com or go to mobile.bcferries.com on your mobile device.

We apologize for any inconvenience experienced as a result of this sailing delay.

Sorry for my deliquency of Friday Faves…but this one is a good one. In the past, when wearing boots with a skirt, I would wear tights, and then my sport socks on my feet before putting on my boots.

Not anymore – Bootights are my new fave. they are a  tight  (black, patterned and other varieties available) and a sock all in one (sock portion is  in ankle length and shin length). At this point, I know they are available at Jack and Jill Clothing and Spill it Sister in Dunbar. You can also check out their Facebook Page. BTW,Oprah picked it as a Fashion Must Have for 2011   

I have 2 pairs and am hooked! Have a great weekend!

Dawn