Grab-A-Java CoffeeBar & Roaster 1994

06/04/2026

Mission City should explore our potential in tourism.

06/04/2026

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sip-stroll-downtown-mission-2026-tickets-1989153619021?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/03/2026

Grab-a-Java's Roasters Garage
Open 9am-4pm Thursday-Saturdays

Roasters of top grade Arabica coffees fresh weekly since 1998.

Today, we no longer make gelato, food, or baked goods but simply freshly roasted coffees & espresso bar.

We are home-based so if you have a coffee beans emergency text our Dial-a-bag Emergency coffees program 604 217 4095 or Matthew 604 445-5260

last roast of the day, Cafe Femenino Guatemala

05/31/2026

Moon rising over Mount Baker from Downtown Mission.

05/28/2026

BLAST FROM THE PAST – A Glimpse Back at the 1940s
NEW Bellevue Hotel Opened - 1949

Did you know the iconic Bellevue Hotel on First Avenue first opened in 1890?

Destroyed by fire in 1922, the hotel was rebuilt the following year and then replaced in 1949 by an impressive four-storey Art Deco structure constructed by its new owners - the Fletcher family.

Opened on July 27th, 1949, the hotel featured 34 modern guest rooms, a cafe, a dining room, and a massive 400-seat licensed beverage parlour.

Take a close look at the posted image:
• On the Far Left: The lobby entrance featured a curved, molded desk inspired by the famous Hotel New Yorker in New York City.
• In the Middle: Separate entrances for men and women. BC law required segregated beer parlour entrances until 1964!
• On the Far Right: A trendy "Coffee House," complete with black-topped counters, red leatherette stools, and cozy booths.
• The Roof: A prominent neon sign boldly advertising the hotel and its beer parlour.

Today, this historic Mission landmark has been redeveloped into affordable housing and amenities for seniors.

Own a piece of history: Message us or email [email protected] to purchase a digital or custom-size reproduction of this historic photo. Fees charged directly help sustain volunteer-based operation.

05/28/2026

A great example of Missionites creating 'neighborhood community'
We all know a few things we could do to improve our neighborhoods.
Start small with plants & cleanup.

Check out this group to assist & learn more.

Grab-a-Java's Roasters Garage
Open 9am-4pm Thursday-Saturdays

🌱 SATURDAY AFTERNOON AT THE DUC GARDEN 🌱

Curious about what’s happening on 9th ave? Come plant peas with us, get your hands dirty, and help grow something amazing 🌱

Drop in anytime between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM — stay for 20 minutes or stay all afternoon!

We’ll be:

• Planting seeds
• Finishing front planter boxes
• Doing light garden work
• Hanging out with awesome people

🍪 Free snacks provided
✅ No RSVP needed
👨‍👩‍👧 All ages and abilities welcome

📍 Dunsmuir Urban Collective Garden
Next door to 33543 9th Avenue 🏡

Bring water, clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, and just show up 💚 🪏

Questions? Want more information?
☎️ Text Pascale-Sara at 604-240-1252
Dunsmuir Urban Collective Garden on Ninth Ave (DUC Garden)

05/25/2026

Just imagine a residential & retail space in Historic Downtown Mission?

05/25/2026

Rains are on the way.

Memorial Day update:

Rain showing on radar but not much making it to the ground. This is possible due to drier upper levels that need to be saturated fully first. It appears that we may be rain shadowed some so not expecting a huge amount totals wise. Still on track for some wind and a slight chance of a thunderstorm,.

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