Win a 4th Ave Shopping Spree!

The Georgia Straight is having a contest that is giving away 10 $100 Gift certifiactes to shops along 4th Avenue.

“Kits’ now hip and happening personality started in the 1960’s. University students and hippies loved the cheap rents and character of the old homes. West 4th Avenue quickly became Canada’s “coolest” street. Nick-named Rainbow Road, West 4th Avenue was home to vegetarian restaurants, alternative music, health food stores and head shops.Much has changed since then, while much has remained the same. The heart of Kits is still West 4th Avenue. The tie-dyed clothing stores of the 60’s are gone, but the street is lined with over 300 shops and restaurants. Most are one-of-a-kind, and reflect the tastes and sensibilities of caring, committed local owners.

“If you want to win, it is simple to enter, please visit the contest page by clicking here. Contest Deadline: April 30th, 2008Winners will be notified within 5 business days of the drawing date. 

Further of note is that - every summer for the last 40 years there has been a Summer of Love along 4th. This August 2008 will be the 41st celebration.