What a difference a year makes ! Last year, the Bloedel Conservatory was slated for closure . Thanks to public outrage and our little group ‘The Friends of the Bloedel’ , it is saved !
              You should see the fabulous light show that  we have done in there this year ! With lots of hard work from the loyal staff and some financial help from our group, ‘The Jewel Box of Lights’ is now on inside the Bloedel until January 4th. There is  the regular admission charge , and a lot more to enjoy. I was astonished by the lasers ……. wait until you see the hard -to-believe gold dusting/snowstorm/fairy dust/shimmering emeralds over huge darkened areas !!!  I suggest you go later in the day ( it is open until 8 PM !!) and enjoy it in the dark. Kids will love it and all the birds are out to meet you !
       There is a large coffee wagon on the plaza now !! The Blue Parrot Cafe (how appropriate !) from Granville Market is doing this !! They have great lattes, hot chocolate, lots to eat…. and  you can look at the great views and the stunningly redone  fountain plaza too !