The Commodore Lanes

I rarely hang out on Granville Street after say, 10pm. Not that I think it’s a bad place to hang out, but I’m not 20 anymore and the last time I set foot at The Roxy was 2 years ago for a concert that my friends from Mojave were playing. The last time I went to a club on Granville Street was, if I’m not mistaken, The Stone Temple (which is now defunct, I think). So, really, there’s nothing for me there, almost.

EXCEPT… The Commodore Lanes.

Last night, after the Global Agents of Change gala, I was ready to go home. I had had a fantastic time hanging out with Chris, Lauren and Shawn, but I really wanted to have an early night.

Before I headed out, I checked my Twitter stream and noticed Minna and Jay and Paul were still at the office at The Network Hub, so I stopped by to say hi on my way home, and they convinced me to join them for a couple of games of pool.

Now, in the photos, I look like I know what I’m doing. But truthfully, I don’t. I’ve never been a good pool player.

I really had a good time, we didn’t even stay out for that long and it was a very relaxing activity. Now, if only I was really good at pool! More about The Commodore Lanes from their About Us page:

Commodore Recreations Centre opened on September 8, 1930 as a place where “Pleasant Days May Be Spent”. Created to promote quality bowling and billiards in the heart of the city, It has prospered at its Granville Street location ever since. In 79 years, much had changed, but the original motto remains the same.

As Canada’s oldest surviving recreation centre, Commodore Lanes & Billiards is proud to be at the forefront of the new age of Vancouver. Indeed, our business suitability represents our bustling, culturally diverse and progressive city. Inside our doors, you will find a delightful Canadian atmosphere. Our heritage wall paintings resound with a nostalgia, that will enhance your gaming experience.

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