Newt’s top 10 things to do in Vancouver this weekend, December 19 to 21

Screenings on Sunday at the Rio Theatre and the VIFF Centre of director Frank Capra's 1946 Christmas classic, It's a Wonderful Life.

Vancouver guitar ace Scott Smith sends out a Lifeboat for pedal-steel fans in these trying times

By Steve Newton I first became aware of the six-string talents of Vancouver's Scott Smith when he sent me a copy of his blues-rock trio Terminal Station's Rolling All Night album back in 2009. I also knew of his fine work with Bottleneck, the country-roots quartet he fronted with Robyn Carrigan, and his guest appearances … Continue reading Vancouver guitar ace Scott Smith sends out a Lifeboat for pedal-steel fans in these trying times