A hockey championship was won on 麻豆传媒映画ice for the first and only time and, in what was likely another first, people seemingly went out of their way to talk to one another.
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Indeed, the 2010 Winter Olympics was unlike any other time in our city鈥檚 history, and now it鈥檚 time to look back at those magical days, 10 years later.
Commemorative events running Feb. 11 to Feb. 22 will include a slew of activities, including curling, family skates, pin exchanges and a large object being lit aflame that鈥檚 not a doobie.
- Feb 11 to Feb. 17: Park board community centres across the city will play host to 鈥淐ommunity Living Rooms.鈥� Watch event highlights and be reminded of what the Olympics are all about, minus the rampant corruption and doping: friendship, solidarity, peace, fair play, optimism, inspiration and empowerment. Info at .
- Feb. 14: Is there anything more romantic to kick off Valentine鈥檚 Day than throwing rocks around an ice cold rink while yelling 鈥淗urry hard!鈥�? Of course not. 听A free try-it event to get to know the basics of curling runs 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the 麻豆传媒映画Curling Club at Hillcrest Centre. All equipment is supplied, accredited coaches will be on hand and the day ends off with a mini game to put the numerous skills you鈥檒l learn to the test. Pre-registration required. Info at . 听
- Feb. 14 and 15: If nothing else, you can earn street cred with young people by proclaiming you鈥檙e going to an event that鈥檚 鈥渓it.鈥� Illuminate Yaletown runs 5:30 to 9 p.m. on the 1200 block of Hamilton Street and Bill Curtis Square (behind Yaletown-Roundhouse Station). All-ages activities include games, light shows, installations and endless opportunities to light up your otherwise uninspiring Instagram feed. Super. Info at .
- Feb. 15: Do people still collect pins? Find out from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., when the 2010 Winter Games Pin Exchange goes down at the Creekside Community Centre in Olympic Village. All ages, free. Info at vancouver.ca.
- Feb. 16: Move over Columbus Blue Jackets, you鈥檝e got company. The 2010 Blue Jacket Volunteer Celebration runs 10 a.m. to noon as a way to give thanks and share memories among those who worked behind the scenes during the Olympics. Free coffee and snacks will be offered at the Creekside Community Centre, multipurpose room 4. Info at .
- Feb. 17: It鈥檚 the kind of event that has 鈥済roin tear鈥� written all over it but, as they say, fortune favours the brave. 鈥淭rain Like an Olympian鈥� runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Creekside Community Centre鈥檚 fitness centre, giving participants a chance to take part in a 10-station, 10-round, high-intensity Olympian inspired workout. Pre-registration is required in person, by phone or online. Make like Good luck. Info at .
- Feb. 17: A host of 鈥淲ear Red鈥� Family Day skates are planned at rinks across the city. In case it wasn鈥檛 obvious, participants are encouraged to don the red and white. The Hillcrest Arena skate runs 9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., the Killarney skate goes 10:15 a.m.听to 1:45 p.m., and the Trout Lake event is scheduled from 10:45 a.m.听to 2 p.m. The cost is $2 per person over the age of six. Otherwise, regular Leisure Access Program rates for things like skate sharpening will be applied. Info at .
- Feb. 17: Give wheelchair curling a go from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Killarney Community Centre Gymnasium. The event is free and will be adapted to curling on the floor versus the ice, whether standing or sitting. All equipment will be provided. Info at .
- Feb. 17:听 The B.C. Sports Hall of Fame hosts a humdinger of a free Olympic celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at B.C. Place. The newly refurbished 麻豆传媒映画2010 Gallery features the largest collection of 2010 Olympic artifacts in Vancouver, including an official podium from the games. Equipment, memorabilia, live demonstrations and game-worn gear from Olympians will be in the offing, along with a chance to emulate Sidney Crosby鈥檚 鈥淕olden Goal鈥� in the Hall鈥檚 participation zone. And, of course, no event would be complete without a photobooth where attendees can have their photo taken with one of the Olympic torches. Info at .
- Feb. 22: The warm and fuzzy feelings of nostalgia get ramped up to 11 at the 2010 Games 10 Year Anniversary Fan Festival at Jack Poole Plaza. Running 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the penultimate celebration will include Olympic and Paralympic Athlete meet-and-greets, sport demonstrations, main stage programming, face painting and more. The cauldron will be lit at 5:30 p.m., followed by live music. The event is free. Info at .
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