The Invitation only VIP media party to celebrate the kick off of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics had some interesting side events going on including the opportunity to find out what really happens after the podium with OPUS’ Dare to Disturb interactive room tours.

It was a seen and be seen party to launch one of the biggest events in the history of Vancouver. Celebrities from all over came to party the night away at OPUS, the premier party place this side of town.

On the Red Carpet VIP List of international celebrities were Canadian actor Ryan Robbins, actor Terry Chen, rising star Agam Darshi, TV and film actress Apollonia Vanova, and Canadian film actress Ingrid Kavelaars.

Local celebrities were also present to hobnob with the famous and more famous in Vancouver. Led by the mayor of Vancouver, Gregor Robertson, others who were invited to this exclusive event included celebrity fashion designer Jason Matlo,  Man-about-town Fred Lee,  John & Katherine Evans of OPUS Hotels Vancouver and Montreal, and Canadian shoe designer John Fluevog.

News Anchors and On Air Personalities present at the event were TSN sportscaster and TV personality/host Anna Wallner, Canadian television sportscaster for TSN Dan O’Toole, MTV presenter Jessi Cruickshank, host Fanny Keifer, CBC News at Six co-host and journalist Gloria Macarenko, Canadian TV personality Jeremy Szafron, Fashion Television’s Jeanne Beker, ET Canada’s Erin Cebula and Canadian television journalist Coleen Christie.

Not to be left out in the crowd were Olympic athletes namely Canadian-American rower Jake Wtzle, speed skater Catroina Le May-Doan, Olympic figure skaters David Peletier and Jamie Sale, Olympic skaters Katarina Witt & Elizabeth Manley and Olympic rower turned British media personality Matthew Pinsent.

The OPUS will continue to host VIP and media only events throughout the Olympics. Stay tuned for more coverage.

Mavi, the renowned denim brand from Turkey, gave a sneak peek into its spring/summer ‘SS10′ collection for 2010 – twelve different looks for ladies and four for gentlemen.

The collection showcases key trends in the industry including denim on denim look, the Serena low rise super skinny jeans (also known as “jeggings”), balloon Capri, Patti boyfriend jeans, denim jackets & vest, short shorts, as well as several tie-dyed, distressed or ripped jeans paired off with studded plaid shirts.

The OPUS bar, in a surprising turn of generosity, also offered guests a taste of a sparkling wine all the way from down under. Pink, is a sparkling blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Southeastern Australia with a strawberry aroma and fruit flavors of sweet berry and lime.

Aside from the sneak peek, upcoming singer and songwriter Téa gave an exclusive performance for the guests of this invite-only event. Mavi’s SS10 collection hits the stores now.

Another year, another legendary Talelight night celebrating Vancouver International Film Festival at the OPUS Hotel. On Thursday, October 8th, the Richards and Upton hosted one of the more notorious VIFF events – featuring one of Vancouver’s most beautiful crowds and plenty of Grey Goose to be consumed. Find out more about Talelight Films on their website, HERE.

Congrats to Sara Pereira of Sara Pereira PR – on Wednesday evening, the company celebrated 1 year in business at OPUS Bar. To find out more about Sara Pereira PR, check out their website, HERE.

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In this episode Raj Taneja talks about previous events, Wet Paint at TRUNK gallery, DJ Diamond at OPUS Hotel, Oktoberfest at Alpen Hall, Grey Goose’s Arbiter of Cool Competition, and upcoming events, Carrie Wheeler and Sistar Films Red Carpet at Red Squared, Mike Relm at the Commodore, FMA – Sky360 at the Centre and Zbignew Brzezinski with the Fraser Institute at the Four Seasons.

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