Mood Swing (October 9, 2025)
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A PHOTO FROM OUR LAST SAD COLLAGE NIGHT AT SLICE OF LIFE
It’s that time of year when there’s a real Twilight “hoa hoa hoa” sense about the air. The skies are gloomy, the mist is creeping and everyone is brooding. A younger me may have used this as an opportunity to pretend I was a teenager in Forks lusting after my vampire boyfriend. Now I mostly yearn for vitamin D and dry socks.
But last week, I made a dazzling discovery while sifting through the fossilized mementos of my childhood bedroom: a shiny New Moon promotional image of Bella, Edward and Jacob signed by their actor counterparts. It felt like a sign that I should find that playful joy in the angst (and maybe rewatch the entire franchise).
So hold on tight, spider monkey. Jump into this week’s list of fun, low-cost events to get you through these darker months and don’t forget to subscribe to the Mood Swing newsletter to get the list straight to your inbox every Thursday!
BLACK FLEA MARKET ☆ The Vancouver Black Therapy and Advocacy Foundation is taking over Eastside Flea for their 4th annual Black-Owned Fall Flea Market this Saturday! All are welcome to browse products from more than 70 local Black vendors, enjoy Afro-Caribbean food and drinks, get a flash tattoo, or just soak up the vibes. Ticket proceeds help fund free and low-cost therapy for Black folks in the greater Vancouver area.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 12PM - 6PM ☆ EASTSIDE FLEA, 1739 VENABLES ST ☆ TICKETS ($15)
SUNSET STRIP BURLESQUE ☆ From drag royalty Genesis and burlesque artist Gigi Lavande comes a drag, burlesque and variety show that’s sure to leave you blushing. Catch this month’s Sunset Strip on Sunday at Please Beverage Co., home of delicious on tap cocktails, for an extra-special Halloween show with games, prizes and a few extra treats fit for the season.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12, 7:30PM ☆ PLEASE BEVERAGE CO., 222 W 5TH AVE ☆ TICKETS ($15)
UNDERGROUND FILM FEST ☆ If you haven’t gotten your fill at VIFF yet or you’re yearning for a foray into the more underground film scene, I’ve got the festival for you. OFF-VIFF, a film fest showing alternative gems, returns this Monday for its second year at the Rio Theatre. Enjoy a full day of films that embrace indie weirdness, including Rocky Horror documentary Strange Journey and the tantalizingly titled The Pee Pee Poo Poo Man.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 13 ☆ RIO THEATRE, 1660 E BROADWAY ☆ TICKETS ($33)
SPOOKY MOVIE NIGHT ☆ This month, The General Public Sushi Lodge is bringing a bangin' lineup of all-spooky movies to its Movie Mondays, where you can enjoy some Halloween classics with accompanying food and drink specials! This Monday features two must-watches: the original Beetlejuice at 5 p.m. and the so-good-it-made-me-gay Jennifer’s Body at 7 p.m.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 5PM & 7PM ☆ THE GENERAL PUBLIC, 3289 MAIN ST ☆ FREE!
SAD COLLAGE NIGHT ☆ SAD’s very own monthly collage night is back for its latest edition at Slice of Life! Flip and snip your way through past issues to assemble your DIY masterpiece while sipping on zero-proof bevvies, making new friends and learning more about SAD. All supplies are provided — just bring your creativity!
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 7PM - 9PM ☆ SLICE OF LIFE, 1636 VENABLES ST ☆ TICKETS ($10)
