Summer fun is returning to Civic Square.
The City of Burnaby is once again hosting concerts, outdoor movies and children’s fun at the square, located beside the Metrotown library branch (at Kingsborough Street and McKay Avenue).
On Thursday, July 4, families can turn out to enjoy a show by Andy the Musical Scientist, who creates live music with recycled objects, at 7 p.m. At 8 p.m., it’s the Jacky Essombe Trio, celebrating African culture through dance, songs and storytelling.
On July 11, the 7 p.m. show features Syrian Stories on Wheels: Middle Eastern Tales, giving audiences of all ages insight into the rich cultural traditions of Syria. At 8:15 p.m., the Blues Berries take to the stage with their show aimed at sharing their love of the blues with young audiences.
For the July 18 performance, the Red Fox Society has its drum group and dancers onstage at 7 p.m., teaching and leading traditional powwow drumming and dancing. At 8:30 p.m. you can enjoy the dancers of V’ni Dansi, sharing the culture and history of the Metis people.
On July 25, Vancouver Puppet Theatre presents its Four Sisters Show at 7 p.m., featuring four marionettes playing four musical instruments: guitar, accordion, saxophone and banjo. At 8 p.m., magician Rod Boss brings his interactive comedy magic to the stage.
In August, Civic Square will play host to outdoor movie nights on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. Movies run rain or shine, so bring a blanket to enjoy a movie on the lawn. Screenings are free.
On Aug. 8, families can enjoy Mary Poppins returns, with Hotel Transylvania 3 on Aug. 15, Madagascar 3 on Aug. 22 and The Wizard of Oz (yes, the 1939 classic) on Aug. 29.
There’s also a special Art in the Park event on Tuesday, July 23, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., and the Imagination Playground will be on site on select Fridays (July 5, 19, 26, Aug. 2 and 16) from 5 to 7 p.m.
For a full list of Civic Square summer fun, check out www.tinyurl.com/CivicSquareSummer2019.
