Sunday, Dec. 1
Make, bake
Pick up local produce and freshly made treats at the Port Moody Winter Farmers Market, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays in the parking lot next to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Christmas tree fest
Until Dec. 20, you can tour Port Coquitlam to see the decorated trees in the 12th annual Christmas Tree Festival, a fundraiser for PoCo Heritage. Vote for your favourite tree and/or take part in a scavenger hunt, organized by the Downtown Port Coquitlam Business Improvement Area, for a chance to win prizes.
MORE: downtownpocobia.com/christmas-festival
Photo contest
Port Coquitlam residents whose homes are decorated for the holidays can take a photo and submit it to the city for a chance to win a $100 gift card. The contest is part of PoCo’s 12 Days of Christmas campaign that starts Dec. 1.
MORE: portcoquitlam.ca
Port Moody puck
Catch the Port Moody Panthers in action at home in the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.) as they meet the Port Coquitlam Trailblazers for a game at 6:15 p.m.
MORE: portmoodypanthers.com
Monday, Dec. 2
SHARE drive
LFT Group Brands (2170-580 Nicola Ave., Port Coquitlam) hosts its second annual Community Giving fundraiser for SHARE Family and Community Services, a social services agency in the Tri-Cities. Last year, the company raised nearly $1,000 as well as 190 pounds of non-perishable food for the organization through public outreach, plus a raffle and silent auction at a Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce event. Cash and food contributions — especially rice, lentils, canned tuna, chunky tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beans in tomato sauce, cooking oil and pasta — can be dropped off at the business from noon to 5 p.m. today; donors can also receive special promotions from the company.
MORE: lftbrands.com/blogs/all/community-giving-event-2024
SHARE toy stop
SHARE Family and Community Services will open its toy kiosk for donors to drop off toys for the charity’s holiday drive. The kiosk is located at Coquitlam Centre mall (2929 Barnet Hwy.) on level 2 by Walmart. New, unwrapped presents for tweens and teens are sought. The kiosk is open until Dec. 24.
MORE: sharesociety.ca
Tuesday, Dec. 3
New housing rules
Learn about the new provincial housing legislation and how it will affect your property, at a virtual information session hosted by the City of Coquitlam. The online session is from 6 to 8 p.m. and will focus on the city’s approach to Transit-Oriented Areas, neighbouring shoulder areas and key corridors in southwestern Coquitlam, as well as an overview of the Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing. The meeting is via Zoom.
REGISTER: coquitlam.ca
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Board games
Adults can head over to the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Public Library (575 Poirier St.) at 6 p.m. to play board games. A Mind Games representative will be on site to share expertise and demonstrate the best board games for all ages and levels. No registration is required.
MORE: coquitlam.libnet.info/event/11718576
Port Moody trails
Zoom in for an online information session at 6 p.m. to talk about Port Moody’s draft trail network plan. The presentation by city staff will highlight components of the plan. No registration is required. The plan will be used to guide city council and staff to improve civic trails over the next 30 years.
MORE: engage.portmoody.ca
Friday, Dec. 6
Christmas crafts
It’s the 43rd year of the Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair and shoppers are invited to hunt for handmade holiday gifts and treats at the Poirier Forum (618 Poirier St., Coquitlam) over the weekend. Admission is $5/$3. There is no charge for kids ages 12 and under. Today’s event is from 3 to 9 p.m.
MORE: coquitlamcrafts.com
Nutcracker jazz
Catch a performance by the Fred Stride Jazz Orchestra at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam (1205 Pinetree Way) at 7:30 p.m. as it plays Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s adaptation of The Nutcracker Suite and other holiday songs. Tickets are $52/$44/$36. The show is produced by Gregory and Kris Elgstrand.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Hockey action
Take a seat at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) as the Port Coquitlam Trailblazers meet the Port Moody Panthers on home ice. The game starts at 7 p.m.
MORE: pocohockey.ca
Legion dance
Hear live music from the band Sweet Max at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 263 in Coquitlam (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 10 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Saturday, Dec. 7
SHARE gift wrap
SHARE Family and Community Services will open its gift wrapping station at Coquitlam Centre mall (2929 Barnet Hwy.) on level 2 by Walmart. The fundraiser is on until Dec. 24. Register to volunteer.
MORE: sharesociety.ca
Repair Café
Take your broken household items to the Repair Café where volunteers will fix your wares for free. The café runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam public works yard (1737 Broadway St.). Donations are accepted.
MORE: portcoquitlam.ca
Christmas crafts
It’s the 43rd year of the Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair and shoppers are invited to hunt for handmade holiday gifts and treats at the Poirier Forum (618 Poirier St., Coquitlam) over the weekend. Admission is $5/$3. There is no charge for kids ages 12 and under. Today’s event is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MORE: coquitlamcrafts.com
Rudolph run
Slip on your runners for the inaugural Rudolph 5-km Run in support of the SHARE food bank. The timed fun run starts at 11 a.m. from the Mundy Park field house on Hillcrest Street in Coquitlam. Registration is $45; all finishers receive a medal. The event is being organized by Coquitlam resident Daniel Simpson with the Kamino race series. Holiday costumes are optional for participants.
MORE: raceroster.com/events/2024/92982/party-city-rudolph-run
Wreath making
Join the Wondrous Tree Fellowship for a festive wreath- and swag-making workshop from noon to 3 p.m. at the Kinsmen Hall in Port Coquitlam (2175 Coquitlam Ave.). The cost is $25 per registered participant, which includes all materials, refreshments and hot apple cider.
REGISTER: [email protected]
Cram the cruiser
Help stuff Coquitlam RCMP police cars with non-perishable donations as part of its annual Cram the Cruiser drive for SHARE Family and Community Services, the Tri-Cities social services agency. The cruisers will be at the Real Canadian Superstore parking lot (1301 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam) and outside Safeway (2850 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam) from noon to 4 p.m.
EMAIL: [email protected]
Chorale 20
The Coquitlam Chorale Society honours Justin Maller and his two decades as artistic director with some of his holiday favourites at a Christmas show titled Rewind, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Riverside Community Church (2329 Fremont Conn., Port Coquitlam). The ensembles are accompanied by pianist Lorna Yeates.
TICKETS: coquitlamchorale.com/performances
Check mate
Try your hand at chess at the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Public Library (575 Poirier St.) from 2 to 3:30 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome; however, it’s recommended participants know the basics of the game.
MORE: coquitlam.libnet.info/event/11535410
Winter survival
Can you survive the winter? Representatives from Coquitlam Search and Rescue will be at the City Centre branch of the Coquitlam Public Library (1169 Pinetree Way) at 2:30 p.m. for a presentation about outdoor safety. The event is suitable for ages 12 and up.
REGISTER: coquitlam.libnet.info/event/11655856
Legion dance
Hear live music from the band Sweet Max at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 263 in Coquitlam (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 10 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Wind music
Holidays is the name of the festive concert by the Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble, which performs at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam (1205 Pinetree Way) at 7:30 p.m. The 45-piece ensemble is under the baton of David Branter. Tickets are $30/$12.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Sunday, Dec. 8
Make, bake
Pick up local produce and freshly made treats at the Port Moody Winter Farmers Market, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays in the parking lot next to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Christmas crafts
It’s the 43rd year of the Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair and shoppers are invited to hunt for handmade holiday gifts and treats at the Poirier Forum (618 Poirier St., Coquitlam) over the weekend. Admission is $5/$3. There is no charge for kids ages 12 and under. Today’s event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
MORE: coquitlamcrafts.com
Winter wonders
Take the family to Mackin House (1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) from noon to 3 p.m. for a winter holiday festival. Organized by the Coquitlam Heritage Society, the free event includes holiday shopping, multicultural fare, entertainment and photos with Santa. No registration is required.
MORE: coquitlamheritage.ca/events/winter-wonders-1
Tea train
Hop on the Venosta, the 1921 train car parked outside POMO Museum (2734 Murray St., Port Moody) for a holiday tea. Reserved seatings are at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $20/$12.
RESERVE: pomo.museum/events
Express on ice
Cheer on the Coquitlam Express as they battle the Powell River Kings on home ice at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) at 3 p.m.
MORE: coquitlamexpress.ca
Coastal music
The Youth, DeCoro and new Chamber choirs with the Coastal Sound Music Academy perform two holiday concerts today at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam (1205 Pinetree Way). The Comfort & Joy shows run at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25/$20.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Charity game
Get free entry to the Jon Baillie Arena in the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) when you exchange a food bank donation to see the game between the Port Coquitlam Ridge Meadows Ringette Association and the Trailblazers, at 5 p.m.
MORE: pcrmringette.ca
Anmore lights
The Village of Anmore lights up at a holiday event at the Anmore Community Hub (2697 Sunnyside Rd.) from 5 to 8 p.m. The family event will include festive activities and snacks, photos with Santa, horse and carriage rides, a musical performance and a bonfire.
MORE: anmore.com
Port Moody puck
Catch the Port Moody Panthers in action at home in the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.) as they meet the Langley Trappers for a game at 6:15 p.m.
MORE: portmoodypanthers.com
Monday, Dec. 9
Miniature art
Pick up stocking stuffers at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) where the annual Positively Petite show and sale is on until Dec. 19. This year’s exhibit features artworks from 38 artists, including Adrienne Peacock, Christine Yurchuk and Matthew Lo.
MORE: placedesarts.ca
Rhymes of Times
Reminisce about past times with Julie Schmidt at PoCo Heritage (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam). Her session is from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Admission is free.
MORE: pocoheritage.org
Tuesday, Dec. 10
School market
Vendors from various Tri-City high schools — including Centennial, Dr. Charles Best, Gleneagle, Heritage Woods, Port Moody, Riverside and Pinetree — and businesses will be at Terry Fox Secondary (1260 Riverwood Gate, Port Coquitlam) from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the Winter Market. A concession will be open, and cards and cash will be accepted as payment.
MORE: sd43.bc.ca/school/terryfox/Pages/default.aspx#
Wednesday, Dec. 11
Quayside, UBC songs
Hear seasonal favourites, pop songs and original tunes from Quayside and UBC’s The Northwest Collective in a concert at the Inlet Theatre inside Port Moody City Hall (100 Newport Dr.) at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35/$25.
MORE: quaysidevoices.com
Bunheads dance
Bunheads, a group founded in 2018 by three Vancouver ballerinas, presents a Bunheads Holiday Production at 7:30 p.m. in the Studio Theatre at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam (1205 Pinetree Way). Tickets are $30.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Thursday, Dec. 12
Qing ensemble
Hear a musical performance by Bruce Bai, Dailin Hsieh and Lan Tung — aka the Qing Ensemble — at PoMoArts (2425 St. Johns St., Port Moody) at 7 p.m. Tickets at $35 each include a glass of wine and snacks. The show is presented by the Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra.
MORE: pomoarts.ca
Friday, Dec. 13
9753 Express
Hop on the vintage New Flyer coach 9753 for a Christmas light tour from Coquitlam Central station. The 3.5-hour long ride to see the holiday lights in town costs $35 with proceeds going to the Transit Museum Society.
RESERVE: ride.bcbuses.org
Hockey action
Take a seat at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) as the Port Coquitlam Trailblazers meet the Langley Trappers on home ice. The game starts at 7 p.m.
MORE: pocohockey.ca
Legion dance
Hear live music from the band Under Fire at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 263 in Coquitlam (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 10 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Film night
The Port Moody Film Society rolls Wim Wenders’ Perfect Days, a 2023 Japanese drama that tells the life of a public toilet cleaner. The movie runs at 7:30 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre inside Port Moody City Hall (100 Newport Dr.). Entry is $5 cash or cheque plus a $5 society membership for the year.
MORE: pmfilm.ca
Saturday, Dec. 14
Christmas market
The annual Coquitlam Christmas Farmers Market returns to the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 40 vendors from around B.C. will be on site to sell baked goods, prepared food, drinks and crafts. There will also be entertainment.
MORE: makebakegrow.com/christmas-farmers-market
Board games
Residents of all ages can head over to the City Centre branch of the Coquitlam Public Library (1169 Pinetree Way) at 1:30 p.m. to play board games. No registration is required. The event is suitable for ages eight and up.
MORE: coquitlam.libnet.info/event/11718576
Exhibition tour
Join staff at the Art Gallery at Evergreen (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 2 p.m. for a drop-in tour of the latest display Ruth Beer: Seep | Swell. There is no cost to attend.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Light parade
Port Coquitlam will have its first Parade of Lights in the Tri-Cities to celebrate the holiday season. The procession of the city’s illuminated fleet starts at 5 p.m. from the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) and moves along Kelly Avenue to Shaughnessy Street, east on McAllister Avenue and Mary Hill Road before returning to Kelly Avenue. A public skate, activities and treats will be available afterwards at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre. Some downtown roads will be closed for the parade, from 4:45 to 7 p.m. Park for free at the community hub, Gates Park and Legion branch or along Kingsway Avenue and Mary Hill Road.
MORE: portcoquitlam.ca
Express on ice
Cheer on the Coquitlam Express as they battle the Surrey Eagles on home ice at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) at 7 p.m.
MORE: coquitlamexpress.ca
Legion dance
Hear live music from the band Under Fire at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 263 in Coquitlam (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 10 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Inlet music
Port Moody musicians Shannon Gaye, a singer and percussionist, and Kristian Alexandrov, a JUNO-nominated pianist, perform soulful seasonal tunes at the Inlet Theatre inside Port Moody City Hall (100 Newport Dr.) at 7:30 p.m. The show is part of the Inlet Theatre Music Series organized by Bill Sample and Darlene Cooper. The concert also includes musicians Jay Buetner (guitar); Gord Maxwell (bass/vocals); and Adam Cormier (drums). Advance tickets are $35.
MORE: portmoodymusic.com
Rainbow tree
Join queer-themed musician Matthew Presidente as he presents Rainbow Tree at 8 p.m. in the rehearsal hall at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam (1205 Pinetree Way). Presidente will share songs from his latest album, Chosen Sun, and stories in a musical journey that looks at identity, love, and self-discovery. Tickets are $25/$16.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Sunday, Dec. 15
Make, bake
Pick up local produce and freshly made treats at the Port Moody Winter Farmers Market, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays in the parking lot next to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Tea train
Hop on the Venosta, the 1921 train car parked outside POMO Museum (2734 Murray St., Port Moody) for a holiday tea. Reserved seatings are at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $20/$12.
RESERVE: pomo.museum/events
Choral music
Join Choral Connections as it presents Noel, Sing We Clear, a holiday music show at the Terry Fox Theatre (1260 Riverwood Gate, Port Coquitlam) at 2 p.m. The musical director of the choir is Ingrid Gay, a teacher at Port Moody’s Heritage Woods Secondary; Vincent Lo is on piano. Tickets are $25/$20.
MORE: choralconnections.ca
Port Moody puck
Catch the Port Moody Panthers in action at home in the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.) as they meet the Delta Ice Hawks for a game at 6:15 p.m.
MORE: portmoodypanthers.com
Prairie Christmas
Vancouver harpist Janelle Nadeau returns to the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam (1205 Pinetree Way) for A Prairie Christmas at 7:30 p.m. The solo show includes original, Celtic and contemporary tunes for the holidays. Nadeau, who has performed with Diana Krall, Kanye West and other celebrity musicians, is the acting principal harpist with the Vancouver Opera Orchestra and performs with the Turning Point Ensemble in Vancouver. Tickets are $41/$37/$16.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Monday, Dec. 16
Holiday crafts
If you’re still looking for unique holiday crafts for your family and friends at Christmas, head over to the Blackberry Winter Market at PoMoArts (2425 St. Johns St.), which has its sale on until Dec. 22. Admission is free. The arts hub is open weekdays from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
MORE: pomoarts.ca
Tuesday, Dec. 17
Heritage Detectives
Join Port Coquitlam historian Bryan Ness at PoCo Heritage (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam) at 10 a.m. to explore the city’s heritage and history. Admission is free.
MORE: pocoheritage.org
The Gift ballet
Ballet Victoria is back in Coquitlam for The Gift of The Nutcracker, with Victoria Symphony musicians, at 7 p.m. The company is under the direction of Paul Destrooper. Tickets to the holiday show are $43/$39/$16.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Wednesday, Dec. 18
The Gift ballet
Ballet Victoria is back in Coquitlam for The Gift of The Nutcracker, with Victoria Symphony musicians, at 3 and 7 p.m. The company is under the direction of Paul Destrooper. Tickets to the holiday show are $43/$39/$16.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Thursday, Dec. 19
The Gift ballet
Ballet Victoria is back in Coquitlam for The Gift of The Nutcracker, with Victoria Symphony musicians, at 3 and 7 p.m. The company is under the direction of Paul Destrooper. Tickets to the holiday show are $43/$39/$16.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Friday, Dec. 20
The musical acts Magic! and Sofia Camara will entertain on the CPKC Holiday Train in Port Moody at 5:45 p.m. and Port Coquitlam at 7:15 p.m. to conclude the cross-country journey to raise money and non-perishable items for Canadian food banks. Bring a donation for the SHARE food bank to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.) or the West Coast Express station in PoCo.
MORE: cpkcr.com/en/community/HolidayTrain
Hockey action
Take a seat at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) as the Port Coquitlam Trailblazers meet the Coastal Tsunami on home ice. The game starts at 7 p.m.
MORE: pocohockey.ca
Legion dance
Hear live music from the band Black Eyed Susan at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 263 in Coquitlam (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 10 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Saturday, Dec. 21
Stamp carving
Crate stamps for New Year or Lunar New Year celebrations with Jackson Chien, the senior-in-residence for the Coquitlam Heritage Society. Chien will teaching traditional carving techniques that he mastered in Taiwan. Participants will be given their own carving kit to take home. The session is suitable for ages 15 and up. The cost is $10. Registration is required.
MORE: coquitlamheritage.ca
Santa skate
Get into the holiday spirit by taking a spin around the rink with Santa. The City of Port Coquitlam hosts the public skate from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.).
REGISTER: portcoquitlam.ca
Express on ice
Cheer on the Coquitlam Express as they battle the Alberni Valley Bulldogs on home ice at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) at 7 p.m.
MORE: coquitlamexpress.ca
Legion dance
Hear live music from the band Black Eyed Susan at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 263 in Coquitlam (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 10 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Sunday, Dec. 22
Make, bake
Pick up local produce and freshly made treats at the Port Moody Winter Farmers Market, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays in the parking lot next to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Monday, Dec. 23
Port Moody puck
Catch the Port Moody Panthers in action at home in the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.) as they meet the Coastal Tsunami for a game at 6:15 p.m.
MORE: portmoodypanthers.com
Friday, Dec. 27
Legion dance
Hear live music from the band Vinyl at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 263 in Coquitlam (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 10 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Saturday, Dec. 28
Legion dance
Hear live music from the band Vinyl at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 263 in Coquitlam (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 10 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Sunday, Dec. 29
Hockey action
Take a seat at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) as the Port Coquitlam Trailblazers meet the Chilliwack Jets on home ice. The game starts at 4 p.m.
MORE: pocohockey.ca
Tuesday, Dec. 31
Noon Year’s Eve
Drop in to the Port Moody Public Library inside city hall (100 Newport Dr.) from 11 a.m. to noon to count down the new year at 12 p.m. The family event includes photo booths, crafts and a dance party.
MORE: portmoodylibrary.ca
New Year’s Eve
Coquitlam musicians Rosemary O’Connor and Reg Quiring are back at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam (1205 Pinetree Way) for their annual QuiRing the New Year concert with special guests, at 7:30 p.m. Sparkling wine and dessert will be served to ticket-holders. Tickets are $51/$44/$16.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Legion romp
Ring in 2025 at the Coquitlam legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.,) where the Rhythm Street band will entertain, and a roast brisket dinner and dessert will be served up to revellers. Doors open at 8 p.m. for the party. Sparkling wine and party favours will be available. Tickets are $55.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
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