Port Coquitlam has plenty of fun-filled events planned for B.C. Youth Week, a provincial celebration of youth, held annually during the first week of May.
The celebrations are intended to build a strong connection between youth and their communities.
Port Coquitlam youtng people can look forward to several fun events throughout the week, according to the City of Port Coquitlam in a press release.
This week's activities are as follows:
Monday, May 1: Youth & Seniors Dinner
Visit the Port Coquitlam Community Centre for a Youth Appreciation dinner served to youth by the Wilson Seniors members. Pre-registration is required.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Wilson Lounge, Port Coquitlam Community Centre
Thurs., May 4: Youth Yoga Class
Join us for a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga class, focused on youth self-appreciation in this stage of life. This workshop is free to PoCo Youth Members. Pre-registration is required.
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Small Multi-Purpose Room, Port Coquitlam Community Centre
Fri., May 5: Free Drop-in Sports for youth
Our regularly scheduled Friday Drop-ins will be no charge for Youth Week.
Time: 4-8:30 p.m. Volleyball/Basketball
Location: Gymnasium - Port Coquitlam Community Centre and Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
Sat., May 6: 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Ages 12-15
Get a team of 3 together and come to the Port Coquitlam Community Centre for a basketball tournament. This tournament is free to youth who hold a PoCo Youth Membership. Pre-registration is required.
Time: 3:30-8:30 p.m. (Games start at 4:30 p.m.)
Location: Gymnasium - Port Coquitlam Community Centre
Sun., May 7: Youth Swim
Youth swim for free at the Hyde Creek Recreation Centre. A free PoCo Youth Membership is required.
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
Youth participants in Port Coquitlam are required to have a free annual membership that provides access to youth activities and events in the community. A PoCo Youth Membership PLUS is also available for a $15 annual fee, granting free access to special youth events. To get a free or PLUS membership, visit pocoyouth.com/membership.
Pre-register for Youth Week events at pocoyouth.com/events. To learn more about PoCo Youth Recreation, including memberships, activities, and events, visit pocoyouth.com or contact Youth Services at 604-927-7919.
