16 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Wednesday, September 23

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      Looking for something to do on Wednesday? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 16 events happening in or around Vancouver on Wednesday, September 23.

       

      CONCERTS

      Canadian folk-pop singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith tours in support of latest release Carousel One, with guest Kevin Hearn, at the Rio Theatre.

      Instrumental duo Colin Stetson and Sarah Neufeld tours in support of latest release of original compositions for horn and violin at the Biltmore Cabaret.

      The Bollywood Masala Orchestra and Dancers of India and musician Rahis Bharti perform at the Orpheum Theatre.

      Canadian electro-industrial band Front Line Assembly, featuring frontman Bill Leeb, takes the stage at Venue.

      Saskatchewan band Kaprinka Brothers tours in support of latest release You Can Count on Me at Cafe Deux Soleils.

       

      FOOD AND DRINK

      Top Chef Canada competitor Dawn Doucette teaches you how to create a seasonal meal at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition Demonstration Kitchen.

       

      FORUMS

      VanDusen Botanical Garden hosts a workshop that teaches you how to get creative with your fall balcony garden.

      Robert Whitaker talks about how the influence of pharmaceutical money and professional self interest have misled the public about mental disorders. Held at the Vancouver Public Library Central Branch.

      The Art of Loving hosts an evening covering erotic techniques and products that will enable you and your partner to enjoy a heightened level of excitement and pleasure.

       

      COMEDY

      At Teen Angst Night, people read from their embarrassing old journals, poems, songs, and essays. Held at the Cottage Bistro.

      Marlo Franson hosts a standup-comedy show at the Deep South Public House.

       

      LITERARY EVENTS

      It's your first chance to experience Word Vancouver (pictured above), Western Canada’s largest celebration of literacy and reading. Held at various Vancouver venues.

       

      THEATRE

      It's opening night for Boca del Lupo's Landline: Vancouver to Kitchener. Held at the Anderson Street Space.

      As part of the Vancouver Fringe Festival's Pick Plus series, Bookworm hits the Revue Stage.

      Havana Theatre hosts the premiere of Abattoir Morning, a play about two lovers who live in the basement of a slaughterhouse.

       

      MOVIES

      Cineworks hosts a two-part workshop exploring green screens and virtual cinematography.

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