PNE Vancouver 2009

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Ten Things You Gotta Love About the Pacific National Exhibition PNE Vancouver 2009

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Summer is the Superdogs PNE show, the smell of fried onions, barbecue chicken, people screaming on the PNE wooden rollercoaster, rock music blaring on Playland rides & the incongruous sights of people carrying magic mops and shammys with smiles in abundance.

My grandma used to live in East Vancouver relatively close to the Pacific National Exhibition and there would always be one of my cousins or someone to hang out with to enjoy the Fair at the PNE. With school just around the corner, it would be our last chance to enjoy the sweetness of summer.

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#1. Those Little Donuts at the PNE 

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Since 1968, Those Little Donuts have been serving up these sugary, cinnamony delights. A couple of years ago, owner Steve Johnson switched the deep fry oil from hydrogenated vegetable oil to a canola oil that has no trans-fat, no cholesterol and is low in saturated fat. Just like when McDonald's went trans-fat-free with their fries, I miss bad fat & the chance to clog my arteries. I suppose that means I could just eat more of 'em.

"Taking the Guilt Out of Mini-doughnuts", Vancouver Sun, August 22, 2007

Photo Source: Adrienne Jenkins. My Auntie Harumi and I at last year's PNE

#2. C-Lovers Fish & Chips at the PNE 

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With Canada's history, fish and chips are as big here as they are in Britain. We like our fries drenched in malt vinegar or gravy and being on the West Coast, Vancouverites know their preference for cod or halibut and are willing to shell out a little extra for it. The long lines are a testament to the fabulosity of C-Lovers Fish & Chips.

Photo Source: Adrienne Jenkins. Dad focusing on his 2 piece cod fish and chips from C-Lovers.

#3. Corn Dogs at the PNE 

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What's not to love about fried food on a stick.

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#4. Nature Sanctuary at the PNE 

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Many people are unaware of the nature Sanctuary at the PNE which is open all year round to enjoy. It's a quiet respite to get away from the hustle and bustle of the PNE crowds to stop and enjoy a picnic lunch, cool drink or snack. It's great for families as the PNE allows you to bring food on site and the Sanctuary offers park benches, viewpoints and a walking path for all visitors to enjoy.

More Information from the Hastings Park Conservancy, here.

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#5. Classic Wooden Rollercoaster at the PNE 

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Thrilling fairgoers for over 50 years, the rickety ascent of the PNE's original wooden rollercoaster continues to draw afficianados from all over the world who appreciate this coaster's steepest drop which on gravity alone can reach speeds of up to 45 mph.

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When you go down the first steep hill, the only thing that's keeping you strapped onto your seat is a horizontal bar. You kind of lift off your seat a bit when you fly down that first hill. When you ride the PNE rollercoaster or any rollercoaster for that matter, especially old wooden ones...

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#6. Pigs, Cows, Horses & More at the PNE 

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#7. Superdogs PNE Show 

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A can't miss show for dog lovers. Superdogs PNE have been performing at the Pacific National Exhibiton for the last 32 years. There are three shows a day at 1:00, 4:00 & 7:30 pm. Superdog Show Factoid: In order to keep the dogs motivated to keep performing and not get bored, they keep changing the agility courses and competitions. No show is exactly the same.

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#8. Games of Chance 

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The colorful action at the midway includes carnival games, skeeball along with blackjack, bingo and gambling wheels of fortune. Stop into Hastings Park Racecourse for live action horse racing as well as over 600 slot machines.

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#9. Dal Richards PNE 

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Dal Richards = PNE. Dal who celebrated his 90th birthday last year is synonymous with the PNE and has been entertaining audiences at the Pacific National Exhibition for over 65 years. A Canadian jazz legend, Dal Richards infectious enthusiasm celebrates the heyday of Big Band music and was one of the judges who delighted in discovering jazz crooner Michael Buble who got his start performing in a talent competition at the PNE. Dal Richards PNE shows at 11:30 am & 1:30 PM

#10. Summer Concert Series at the PNE 

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August 22 at 8pm
Tribute to The Beatles with Red Robinson

August 23 at 8pm
Disney Star Mitchel Musso From Hannah Montana

August 24 at 8pm
April Wine

August 25 at 8pm
En Vogue

August 26 at 8pm
Al Jarreau

August 27 at 8pm
Rick Springfield

August 28 at 7:30pm
The Headpins
Randy Bachman

August 29 at 7:30pm
Barney Bentall and the Legendary Hearts
Chilliwack - 40th Anniversary

August 30 at 8pm
Doc Walker

August 31 at 8pm
Annual Elvis Evening with Red Robinson

September 1 at 8pm
Tom Cochrane with Red Rider

September 2 at 8pm
Johnny Reid

September 3 at 8pm
ABBAmania

September 4 at 8pm
Gipsy Kings

September 5 at 8pm
Chris Isaak

September 6 at 7:30pm
The Higgins
Jaydee Bixby

September 7 at 8pm
Bobby Bruce's Nearly Neil and the Solitary Band

Schedule of Performers PNE Vancouver 2009

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2009 Red Robinson Talent Showdown Winner 

$5000 Winner 10 Year Old Cole Armour

Vancouver has produced such great talent as Michael Buble. Could Cole Armour be far behind? Incredible, Cole's showstopping performance at this year's 2009 PNE of Nessun Dorma.

Boy, 10, Dazzles PNE Judge, Canada.com
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Rain at the PNE 

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It's Raining, It Must Be PNE Time. Vancouverites know that after a long, hot summer, you can always count on there being rain during the PNE. It's a Vancouver tradition. You get all excited about going to the Fair & rain strikes. Good news is when it rains, lines are shorter and it's less crowded.

There's still plenty to do inside at the PNE, even when it rains like visit the Marketplace, Superdogs show, Home Depot showcase, livestock buildings and more. Also visit the fountains at the Italian Gardens, at the top of the Pacific National Exhibition site which were designed with Vancouver's rain fall in mind and are said to be most beautiful in the rain.

Rain on Final Weekend 'Worst Case Scenario' for PNE, Vancouver Sun, Sept 6, 2009

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