Saturday, June 1
Crunch challenge
Wake up early to cheer on the participants in the annual Coquitlam Crunch Challenge, a fundraiser for the Coquitlam Foundation’s Diversity Initiative Fund. There are four events: the Stair Master at 8 a.m.; the 8-km run at 8:55 a.m.; Make It or Break It at 8:55 a.m.; and Recreational at 10 a.m. Park north of Scott Creek Middle School. Donations are welcome, including for KidSport Tri-Cities. The Crunch is located off Guildford Way in Coquitlam.
MORE: coquitlamcrunch.com
Shred it
Take your unwanted documents and papers in for shredding at a fundraiser hosted by the Rotary Club of Port Moody. BEST Shredding will be at Port Moody City Hall (100 Newport Dr.) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No plastics, photos, CDs or metals are allowed. The shred is by donation. The event is sponsored by the city and the Tri-City News.
MORE: portal.clubrunner.ca/257
Repair Café
Take your broken household wares to the Public Works Yard (1737 Broadway St., Port Coquitlam) between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for city staff and Rotary volunteers to fix them and keep them out of the landfill. Donations are welcome.
MORE: [email protected]
Batter up!
Support Coquitlam Little League as it battles regional teams in its Senior Wood Bat Tournament at Blue Mountain Park (975 King Albert Ave., Coquitlam) all day today and June 2.
MORE: coquitlamlittleleague.ca
Writers talk
Author Gisela Woldenga speaks on the topic “How to Tackle the Soggy Middle” at a presentation for the Tri-City Wordsmiths at 1:30 p.m. The group meets at the Terry Fox Library (inside the Port Coquitlam Community Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave.); email [email protected] for an online link to the talk.
MORE: tri-citywordsmiths.ca
Jokers Canada
Patrick Maliha, Marito Lopez and Ed Hill — the latter, a Pinetree Secondary graduate — appear in Jokers Canada’s latest Comedy Classic edition for the Tri-Cities. The stand-up comedians will be at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., Port Moody) at 7 p.m.
TICKETS: Eventbrite.ca
Legion music
Dance to the music of Front Page, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Adanacs action
Sport your Coquitlam Adanacs jersey as the lacrosse team battles the Burnaby Lakers at 7 p.m. at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam).
MORE: wlaadanacs.com
Salsa dancing
Grab your friends for the Salsa Dance Zone’s Salsa and Latin dance night at the Port Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (2675 Shaughnessy St.) where instructors Alberto Gonzalez and Teresa Szefler will lead a beginners dance class from 8 to 9 p.m. before opening up the dance floor until midnight. Admission to the 19+ event is $15 at the door.
MORE: salsadancezone.com/events
Sunday, June 2
Farmers fields
Grab your grocery bags and tour the vendors’ booths at the Coquitlam Farmers Market, happening from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
First Walk and Roll
Join the GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada as it hosts its first Coquitlam Walk and Roll at Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) to raise awareness and educate the public about people afflicted with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy and variants. The event starts at 10 a.m. with a launch by Mayor Richard Stewart.
MORE: gbscidp.ca/walkandroll
PoCo Saints
Grab a seat at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) for a 3:30 p.m. lacrosse match between the Port Coquitlam Saints versus the Nanaimo Timbermen.
MORE: saints.bcjall.com
Monday, June 3
Gallery art
Tour the galleries at PoMoArts (2425 St. Johns St., Port Moody) to see the exhibitions that went up May 16: Even If I Wasn’t Here by Leanne M. Christie; Connecting with our Culture Through the Places We Sit by Pat Calihou; Fall Flat by Kosar Movahedi; and the Youth Pride exhibition True Colours. The shows end July 8. There is no cost to visit the facility, which 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
Evening hike
Take a walk along the Sheep Paddock Trail with the Burke Mountain Naturalists from 6 to 9 p.m. See the flora and fauna along the Colony Farm trail, a 6-km roundtrip.
CALL: 604-939-4039
Tuesday, June 4
Heritage Detectives
Port Coquitlam historian Bryan Ness is at the PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam) at 10 a.m. to lead Heritage Detectives. No registration is required; no cost to attend.
MORE: pocoheritage.org
Bike Week
It’s Go by Bike Week, June 3 to 9, and HUB Cycling will be at the Lafarge Lake–Douglas SkyTrain station from 4 to 6 p.m. to promote riding on two wheels. Commuters can sign up online and log their cycling trips to track kilometres and a chance to win a holiday to Italy.
MORE: bikehub.ca
Wednesday, June 5
Heron walk
Join the Burke Mountain Naturalists and heron experts Judy and Jim Atkinson for a walk in Port Moody. Meet at 10 a.m. at Old Orchard Park (630 Alderside St.) to learn about the city’s Great Blue Heron colony and its habitat. Bring your binoculars.
MORE: burkemountainnaturalists.ca
Torch Run
Cheer on the Coquitlam Mounties taking part in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics B.C. Runners will complete a 2.6-km run/walk starting from the detachment (2986 Guildford Way, Coquitlam) at 11:30 a.m. The party is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Buchanan Square (south of Coquitlam City Hall).
MORE: specialolympics.ca/british-columbia/ways-give/law-enforcement-torch-run
Summer market
Get some seasonable fruits and vegetables — and soak up the entertainment — at the Port Moody Summer Farmers Market, happening from 3 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot next to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Zoning information
Join Port Moody city staff as they talk about the impact of the new provincial housing legislation on local projects. Learn about the updates to the city’s zoning bylaw, including changes to small-scale, multi-unit housing and in transit-oriented areas. The presentation is at the Inlet Theatre (inside Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Dr.) from 5 to 7 p.m. and includes a question and answer period.
MORE: portmoody.ca
Genealogy meeting
Find how to research your family history at the PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam) at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required; no cost to attend. A virtual option is also available for the meeting.
MORE: pocoheritage.org
Thursday, June 6
PoCo Farmers Market
Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, prepared meals and beverages at the 17th Port Coquitlam Farmers Market, which runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at Terry Fox Hometown Square (south of the Port Coquitlam Community Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave.). More than 45 farmers and vendors are on site. The market is run by the Fraser North Farmers Market Society.
MORE: farmersandmore.org
Bike Week
It’s Go by Bike Week, June 3 to 9, and HUB Cycling will be at the Burquitlam SkyTrain station from 4 to 6 p.m. to promote riding on two wheels. Commuters can sign up online and log their cycling trips to track kilometres and a chance to win a holiday to Italy. HUB officials will be along the St. Johns multi-use pathway, at Kyle Street, from noon to 2 p.m.
MORE: bikehub.ca
Friday, June 7
School carnival
Bouncy houses, balloon twisters, carnival games and food trucks will be at Walton Elementary (2960 Walton Ave., Coquitlam) from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. for the schools’s 35th anniversary carnival. Admission is free. Punch cards for 10 games are $12 each.
MORE: waltonpac.ca
Legion music
Dance to the music of RePlay, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Crow presentation
Author and artist Dr. Rob Butler will talk about the world of crows during a presentation at the Inlet Theatre (inside Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Dr.) at 7:30 p.m. Donations are welcome with proceeds supporting Mossom Creek Hatchery.
MORE: mossomcreek.org/crows
Bat Walk and Talk
Join Coquitlam city staff and volunteers with the Burke Mountain Naturalists on a walk to observe bats at Como Lake Park (680 Gatensbury St., Coquitlam). The walk is from 8:30 to 10 p.m.; meet in the southern parking lot.
REGISTER: coquitlam.ca/294/Recreation-Registration (course ID 00160094)
Saturday, June 8
Woodland walk
Take a walk through Pinecone Burke Provincial Park — along the Woodland Walk Trail — to see the mature second-growth forest and Saw Blade Falls. The roundtrip is 11.5 km with an elevation gain of 300 m. Meet at 8 a.m.
CALL: 604-939-4039
Seniors health fair
The Wilson Seniors Advisory Board and the City of Port Coquitlam host the second annual Seniors Health and Wellness Fair, on from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Mabbett Hall at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.). The event caps off Seniors Week in PoCo. Attendees can get advice from health professionals, including denturists, dental hygienists, hearing experts, home care service professionals, pharmacists, recreational leaders and housing officials — at no cost.
MORE: portcoquitlam.ca
Young musicians
Support the Coquitlam Youth Orchestra as it winds up its season with three concerts at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam): The junior orchestra plays at 11:30 a.m., seniors at 12:45 p.m. and intermediates at 2:30 p.m.
TICKETS: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Teddy bear fun
Families can take their young ones to the annual Teddy Bear Children’s Concert at Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) for music and fun from 3 to 5 p.m. Mr. I and the Musical Rainbow Students hit the stage at 3 p.m. while Music with Marnie is on at 4 p.m.
MORE: festivalcoquitlam.ca
Legion music
Dance to the music of RePlay, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Adanacs action
Sport your Coquitlam Adanacs jersey as the lacrosse team battles the Nanaimo Timbermen at 7 p.m. at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam).
MORE: wlaadanacs.com
Wind music
Brand Brilliance is the name of the Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble’s show at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20/$15/$12.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Salsa dancing
Grab your friends for the Salsa Dance Zone’s Salsa and Latin dance night at the Port Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (2675 Shaughnessy St.) where instructors Alberto Gonzalez and Teresa Szefler will lead a beginners dance class from 8 to 9 p.m. before opening up the dance floor until midnight. Admission to the 19+ event is $15 at the door.
MORE: salsadancezone.com/events
Sunday, June 9
Farmers fields
Grab your grocery bags and tour the vendors’ booths at the Coquitlam Farmers Market, happening from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Volunteer fair
Community Volunteer Connections and the City of Port Coquitlam host a community fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Mabbett Hall and the JB Young Room at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) to showcase nonprofits and volunteer work available. Tri-City residents can learn about activities, camps and assistance programs and take part in workshops including Bone Health 101 at 10:15 a.m.
MORE: volunteerconnections.ca
Kids rugby
Students in kindergarten to Grade 6 can try rugby with Coquitlam’s United Rugby Club, a sampler running from 10 to 11 a.m. at Maple Creek Middle (3700 Hastings St., Port Coquitlam). No prior rugby experience is needed, but participants should have a pair of cleats or running shoes, as well as water and athletic clothing.
MORE: unitedrugby.ca
Teddy bear picnic
Kids can grab their teddy bear for a Teddy Bear Picnic at Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). Organized by Festival Coquitlam, the event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and features booths, roving artists, face painters, demonstrations and musical performances: Janina Russell and Mr. I (11 a.m.); Kung Jadee (11:10 a.m.); Mellado Dance (11:45 a.m.); Janina and Mr. I (12:50 p.m.); Mom Bop (1 p.m.); The Great Gordini (2 p.m.); Yuen’s Family Martial Arts (3 p.m.); and Janina and Mr. I (3:45 p.m.).
MORE: festivalcoquitlam.ca
Coastal Sound
Choral singers with the Coastal Sound Music Academy present two concerts at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam): 4 p.m. with the Coastal Sound kids, junior and children’s choirs; and 7:30 p.m. with the DeCoro, Coast Sound youth and children’s choirs. Tickets are $22/$17/$12.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Monday, June 10
Rhymes of Times
Port Coquitlam historian Julie Schmidt is at the PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam) at 10:30 a.m. for Rhymes of Times. No registration is required; no cost to attend.
MORE: pocoheritage.org
Gallery art
It’s the last week to see the Imaginings VI exhibit at Leigh Square in Port Coquitlam. The Michael Wright Art Gallery, in the Gathering Place (200-2253 Leigh Sq.), and The Outlet (110-2248 McAllister Ave.) will have the collection of student artwork from Riverside and Terry Fox secondaries up until June 18. As well, the 30th anniversary show by Art Focus Artists Association ends on June 18 at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.).
MORE: portcoquitlam.ca
Tuesday, June 11
Elder abuse
Seniors and their caregivers can learn about elder abuse in a presentation by Seniors First BC. The free talk from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in Mabbett Hall North at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) will identify risk factors, the different types of abuse and indicators, and explore the importance of staying connected with others.
REGISTER: portcoquitlam.ca / 604-927-7529
Wednesday, June 12
Summer market
Get some seasonable fruits and vegetables — and soak up the entertainment — at the Port Moody Summer Farmers Market, happening from 3 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot next to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Thursday, June 13
PoCo Farmers Market
Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, prepared meals and beverages at the 17th Port Coquitlam Farmers Market, which runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at Terry Fox Hometown Square (south of the Port Coquitlam Community Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave.). More than 45 farmers and vendors are on site. The market is run by the Fraser North Farmers Market Society.
MORE: farmersandmore.org
LOVE: A Musical
Enjoy the last run of the IOCO Players Theatre as it closes its company with their final production, LOVE: A Musical Theatre Concert Live Event. Featuring the songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber, the show runs for eight performances — starting tonight at 7 p.m. — at the Inlet United Church at The Springs (2315 Spring St., Port Moody). Tickets are $30 online or $32 at the door (cash only). Directed by Mike Arseneault with musical direction from Kylie Lorenzana Fonacier, the concert features a live band.
MORE: ticketowl.io/iocoplayerstheatreportmoody
Friday, June 14
Writers fest
Public libraries in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody host their inaugural Tri-Cities Writers Festival, a two-day event in person and online celebrating authors and books. The event kicks off today at 9:45 a.m. with a talk for scribes ages nine to 13 from writer David A. Robertson followed by Kenneth Oppel, who will speak to writers ages eight to 13. Adult writers can hear from Michelle Good at 12:45 p.m. and Iona Whishaw at 2 p.m. A cocktail reception (for ages 19+ and with a $10 ticket) is from 5 to 7 p.m. at the City Centre branch (1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) while a writers’ roundtable is from 7 to 8:30 p.m., also at the City Centre branch.
MORE: coqlibrary.ca
Art Shuffle
Explore Moody Centre in Port Moody and meet artists along the Art Shuffle, a community arts showcase featuring activities, a street market and demonstrations. More than 20 businesses and studios will have their doors open for the Shuffle, which runs from 4 to 9 p.m.
MORE: pomoshuffle.ca
ScotFestBC
It's the opening night for ScotFestBC, a Scottish gathering at Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) that draws about 10,000 visitors a year. Tonight's free Pipes in the Park celebration starts at 6 p.m. with the SFU Pipe Band Drum Corps, RMM III Pipe Band, singer Bob Collins and champion highland dancer Marielle Lesperance taking the Main Stage at 6:20 p.m. The Tri-City News is a sponsor.
MORE: scotfestbc.com
LOVE: A Musical
Enjoy the last run of the IOCO Players Theatre as it closes its company with their final production, LOVE: A Musical Theatre Concert Live Event. Featuring the songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber, the show runs for eight performances — including tonight at 7 p.m. — at the Inlet United Church at The Springs (2315 Spring St., Port Moody). Tickets are $30 online or $32 at the door (cash only). Directed by Mike Arseneault with musical direction from Kylie Lorenzana Fonacier, the concert features a live band.
MORE: ticketowl.io/iocoplayerstheatreportmoody
Free movie night
The Port Moody Film Society has its AGM and will run a free flick, Les Enfants du Paradis (Children of Paradise), in memory of Denise Meiners. The 1945 movie is considered one of the best from France and runs three hours, starting at 7 p.m.
MORE: pmfilm.ca
Legion music
Dance to the music of Sweet Max, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Saturday, June 15
It’s the annual Founder’s Day for Coquitlam Little League, a baseball organization founded in 1955. The event at Mackin Yard (1046 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) marks the wrap up of the regular season for the league and includes a final game for the senior teams.
MORE: coquitlamlittleleague.ca
ScotFestBC
There's a full day of activities for the 92nd annual ScotFestBC, happening at Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). The ticketed event opens at 8:30 a.m. with the highland dancing championships on the main stage and concludes with headliner and fiddling sensation Ashley MacIsaac. The Tri-City News is a sponsor. Tickets are $25/$20/$15; no charge for kids under six. The whisky school is $45 plus gate admission.
MORE: scotfestbc.com
Writers fest
The Tri-Cities’ public libraries return for Day 2 of their inaugural Tri-Cities Writers Festival with an all-ages session titled Writer’s Block (aka I’m Afraid to Write Rubbish) at the City Centre branch of the Coquitlam Public Library (1169 Pinetree Way) at 10:30 a.m. Tanya Boteju will lead an author’s talk at 1 p.m. while, in the Inlet Theatre at Port Moody City Hall (100 Newport Dr.) is keynote speaker Michael Christie at 3:30 p.m.
REGISTER: coqlibrary.ca
Youth theatre
Catch Antigone After Sophocles, Once Upon a Pine and Movie Musicals through the Decades at Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) — a presentation by the Coquitlam Youth Theatre Junior, Coquitlam Youth Theatre and Coquitlam Youth Musical Theatre. The recital starts at 12:30 p.m.
MORE: placedesarts.ca
LOVE: A Musical
Enjoy the last run of the IOCO Players Theatre as it closes its company with their final production, LOVE: A Musical Theatre Concert Live Event. Featuring the songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber, the show runs for eight performances — including today at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. — at the Inlet United Church at The Springs (2315 Spring St., Port Moody). Tickets are $30 online or $32 at the door (cash only). Directed by Mike Arseneault with musical direction from Kylie Lorenzana Fonacier, the concert features a live band.
MORE: ticketowl.io/iocoplayerstheatreportmoody
Grease Lightening
Dress up 1950s style for a chance to win a prize at the Grease Lightning fundraiser in aid of the Low Entropy Foundation. The 50s party takes place at the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.) from 6 to 10 p.m. and includes a 50/50 draw, raffles and games, as well as appies and desserts. Tickets are $75 and benefit the nonprofit’s Empower Home Program.
MORE: lowentropy.org
Legion music
Dance to the music of Sweet Max, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Dinner, dance
The Brian Zalo Mix entertains for Move n’ Groove, a dinner and dance at the Port Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (2675 Shaughnessy St.) from 7 to 11 p.m. There is a $2 cover charge for non-legion members.
MORE: pocolegion.ca
Salsa dancing
Grab your friends for the Salsa Dance Zone’s Salsa and Latin dance night at St. Clare’s Hall (2888 Delahaye Dr., Coquitlam) where instructors Alberto Gonzalez and Teresa Szefler will lead a beginners dance class from 8 to 9 p.m. before opening up the dance floor until midnight. Admission to the 19+ event is $15 at the door.
MORE: salsadancezone.com/events
Sunday, June 16
Farmers fields
Grab your grocery bags and tour the vendors’ booths at the Coquitlam Farmers Market, happening from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Family fishing
It’s B.C.’s free Family Fishing Weekend and anglers of all ages can head to Lafarge Lake at Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) to fish without a licence. The Kin Club of Coquitlam will be on site to serve food (for a charge). Organized by Festival Coquitlam and the Freshwater Fishing Society, the event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
MORE: festivalcoquitlam.ca
PoCo Saints
Grab a seat at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) for a 3:30 p.m. lacrosse match between the Port Coquitlam Saints versus the Victoria Shamrocks.
MORE: saints.bcjall.com
Monday, June 17
Heritage writers
Capture your life story with the Heritage Writers Group, which meets at 10:30 a.m. at the PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam). Bring your laptop, or pen and paper. No registration is required; no cost to attend.
MORE: pocoheritage.org
Seniors safety
In honour of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, Coquitlam RCMP will be at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) to talk about seniors safety from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Coffee and tea will be served.
REGISTER: portcoquitlam.ca
Tuesday, June 18
Heritage Detectives
Port Coquitlam historian Bryan Ness is at the PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam) at 10 a.m. to lead Heritage Detectives. No registration is required; no cost to attend.
MORE: pocoheritage.org
Wednesday, June 19
Summer market
Get some seasonable fruits and vegetables — and soak up the entertainment — at the Port Moody Summer Farmers Market, happening from 3 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot next to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Be a Mountie
Find out what it takes to be a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police at a recruitment fair on from 7 to 10 p.m. in Room 2 at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam). The career information session will guide potential candidates through the application process and police academy training. Coquitlam RCMP and BC RCMP members will be on hand to answer questions.
REGISTER: Eventbrite.ca
Bears are out
Learn about bears in Port Coquitlam and how to keep them out of your garbage bins at a free information session from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.), in the JB Young Room.
REGISTER: portcoquitlam.ca (course ID 92792)
Thursday, June 20
PoCo Farmers Market
Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, prepared meals and beverages at the 17th Port Coquitlam Farmers Market, which runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at Terry Fox Hometown Square (south of the Port Coquitlam Community Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave.). More than 45 farmers and vendors are on site. The market is run by the Fraser North Farmers Market Society.
MORE: farmersandmore.org
Bat lives
Bat specialist John Saremba joins the City of Coquitlam’s Park Spark team for a talk about bats and the work being done by the Burke Mountain Naturalists. The free session starts at 2 p.m. at Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam).
REGISTER: coquitlam.ca (course ID 00147421)
LOVE: A Musical
Enjoy the last run of the IOCO Players Theatre as it closes its company with their final production, LOVE: A Musical Theatre Concert Live Event. Featuring the songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber, the show runs for eight performances — including tonight at 7 p.m. — at the Inlet United Church at The Springs (2315 Spring St., Port Moody). Tickets are $30 online or $32 at the door (cash only). Directed by Mike Arseneault with musical direction from Kylie Lorenzana Fonacier, the concert features a live band.
MORE: ticketowl.io/iocoplayerstheatreportmoody
The Diva
Molly Wilson returns to the Tri-Cities with a musical comedy show called The Great Canadian Diva, starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre (inside Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Dr.).
TICKETS: Eventbrite.ca
Friday, June 21
Virago Nation
The critically acclaimed Virago Nation takes over the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) on National Indigenous Peoples Day for an 18+ all-Indigenous burlesque show. A reception is at 6:30 p.m. while the performance is at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $39/$35/$16.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
PoCo Saints
Grab a seat at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) for a 7 p.m. lacrosse match between the Port Coquitlam Saints versus the Langley Thunder.
MORE: saints.bcjall.com
LOVE: A Musical
Enjoy the last run of the IOCO Players Theatre as it closes its company with their final production, LOVE: A Musical Theatre Concert Live Event. Featuring the songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber, the show runs for eight performances — including tonight at 7 p.m. — at the Inlet United Church at The Springs (2315 Spring St., Port Moody). Tickets are $30 online or $32 at the door (cash only). Directed by Mike Arseneault with musical direction from Kylie Lorenzana Fonacier, the concert features a live band.
MORE: ticketowl.io/iocoplayerstheatreportmoody
Legion music
Dance to the music of Under Fire, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Barracuda
The Heart tribute band Barracuda performs at the Inlet Theatre (inside Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Dr.) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $40.
TICKETS: vtixonline.com/mur-man-productions/3951
Saturday, June 22
Radio field day
Port Coquitlam’s Emergency Preparedness Communications group — or EPCOM, home of VE7PCE and the VA7RPC repeater — takes part in an annual North American contest called Field Day. Volunteers will be at Castle Park (2252 Castle Cres., Port Coquitlam) for the weekend-long exercise, designed to allow amateur radio operations to practise communication skills under primitive conditions with generator and battery-powered equipment and portable antennas to contact other amateur radio operators around the continent.
MORE: epcom.ca
Original art
Pick up original artwork created by members of the Coquitlam Art Club for its summer show, which will be held today and June 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Centennial Room at Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam). Admission and parking are free, and there will be draws and demonstrations. Also displaying and selling at Dogwood Pavilion at the same time will be a group of wood carvers, woodworkers and lapidary artists. There is no admission charge.
MORE: coquitlamartclub.ca
Rose show
The Fraser Pacific Rose Society will host its weekend rose show at Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam) — with no cost to attendees, thanks to a Spirit grant from the City of Coquitlam. This year’s theme is “Only One Earth for Roses” and floral-themed vendors will be on site. The presentation runs from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 23.
MORE: fprosesociety.org
Garage sale
Hunt for second-hand treasures at the Astoria Community Garage Sale, a fundraiser for the New View Society and the Low Entropy Foundation. Shop for gently used household goods, clothing, accessories and small furniture at the sale, held at the Astoria (2245 Kelly Ave., Port Coquitlam) form 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
MORE: aspiralife.ca
LOVE: A Musical
Enjoy the last run of the IOCO Players Theatre as it closes its company with their final production, LOVE: A Musical Theatre Concert Live Event. Featuring the songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber, the show runs for eight performances — including today at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. — at the Inlet United Church at The Springs (2315 Spring St., Port Moody). Tickets are $30 online or $32 at the door (cash only). Directed by Mike Arseneault with musical direction from Kylie Lorenzana Fonacier, the concert features a live band.
MORE: ticketowl.io/iocoplayerstheatreportmoody
Coast Salish
Witness a Coast Salish house post blessing ceremony and enjoy a feast at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody) from 5 to 9 p.m. The event is in conjunction with National Indigenous People’s Day and includes First Nations carvers and performers that are part of the In the Presence of Ancestors project, as well as vendors and community groups. Bring a picnic blanket, plates and utensils for the family-friendly event, which is free; however, registration is required.
TICKETS: Eventbrite.ca
Latin fiesta
Get your dancing shoes on and grab a partner for the fourth annual Lafarge Park Latin Fiesta, happening from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Town Centre Park Plaza (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). Sponsored by the Tri-City News, the event starts with a beginners dance class led by Alberto Gonzalez and Teresa Szefler, from 6 to 7 p.m. There is no cost to attend.
MORE: salsadancezone.com
Adanacs action
Sport your Coquitlam Adanacs jersey as the lacrosse team battles the Maple Ridge Burrards at 7 p.m. at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam).
MORE: wlaadanacs.com
Legion music
Dance to the music of Under Fire, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
The Coyotes
Julian, Michael, Jack, Carter and Steven — better known as The Coyotes — will perform at the Golden Parrots Pub (170 Golden Dr., Coquitlam) at 8 p.m. Tickets for the all-ages show are $10 at the door or online; no cost for kids under seven years old. One-quarter of ticket sales will be donated to the BC Children’s Hospital Music Therapy Program.
MORE: airbear77.wixsite.com/thecoyotesband
Sunday, June 23
Farmers fields
Grab your grocery bags and tour the vendors’ booths at the Coquitlam Farmers Market, happening from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Riverview trees
Learn about the world-class arboretum at səmiq̓ʷəʔelə/Riverview Lands during a free guided tree tour. Meet at 1 p.m. in the upper parking lot of the Henry Esson Young building on the Lougheed Highway grounds.
MORE: rhcs.org
Tuesday, June 25
Ball hockey
Cheer on the Tri-City Warriors as they battle teams from across province in the BCBHA minor provincials, happening from June 25 to 30 at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam); the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.); and the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: tcmbha.com
Healthy brain
Learn how to maintain or improve your brain health by exploring topics including natural aging changes, dementia, risk reduction, memory, brain training and more. The free talk from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the Mabbett Hall North at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) is presented by the Wilson Seniors Association.
REGISTER: portcoquitlam.ca / 604-927-7529
Adanacs action
Sport your Coquitlam Adanacs jersey as the lacrosse team battles the Maple Ridge Burrards at 7 p.m. at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam).
MORE: wlaadanacs.com
Wednesday, June 26
Summer market
Get some seasonable fruits and vegetables — and soak up the entertainment — at the Port Moody Summer Farmers Market, happening from 3 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot next to the Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Rd.).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Thursday, June 27
PoCo Farmers Market
Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, prepared meals and beverages at the 17th Port Coquitlam Farmers Market, which runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at Terry Fox Hometown Square (south of the Port Coquitlam Community Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave.). More than 45 farmers and vendors are on site. The market is run by the Fraser North Farmers Market Society.
MORE: farmersandmore.org
Multicultural connections
The Low Entropy Foundation hosts Multicultural Connections from 1 to 8 p.m. at the Coquitlam Public Library (1169 Pinetree Way), a festival that celebrates Canada’s cultural, ethnic, linguistic and geographic diversity. Funded by the Government of Canada, the event includes cultural booths, performances, interactive displays, workshops, food stalls, an artisan market, educational talks and a language corner. Volunteers are needed.
MORE: lowentropy.org/multicultural-connections
Persian artists
The Art Gallery at Evergreen and Coquitlam Heritage host a Persian artists gathering from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). Facilitated by Bita Rezaei, the event includes a gallery tour with artist Jamal Tabasinejad and curator Katherine Dennis.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Friday, June 28
Legion music
Dance to the music of Vinyl, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
PoCo Saints
Grab a seat at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) for a 7 p.m. lacrosse match between the Port Coquitlam Saints versus the Delta Islanders.
MORE: saints.bcjall.com
Saturday, June 29
Firefighters flapjacks
Bring your family and your appetite for the Port Moody firefighters 47th annual pancake breakfast, a fundraiser for Tri-City charities including the Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation, SHARE and Crossroads Hospice. The feast runs from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Inlet Centre fire hall (150 Newport Dr., Port Moody).
MORE: portmoody.ca
Golden Spike
After the breakfast, head over to Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody) for some entertainment and meals at the 47th annual Golden Spike Days Festival. Hosted by the volunteer Golden Spike Days Society, the all-ages celebration of the last CP Rail spike in Port Moody runs all weekend: Today and June 30 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and July 1 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is by donation.
MORE: goldenspike.ca
Legion music
Dance to the music of Vinyl, which plays at the Coquitlam branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (1025 Ridgeway Ave.) from 7 to 11 p.m.
MORE: rclegion263.ca
Violin magic
Violin virtuoso Royce Rich plays classical and contemporary pieces with pianist Joseph Stacy at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 8 p.m. as part of the facility’s Rehearsal Hall Sessions.
MORE: evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Salsa dancing
Grab your friends for the Salsa Dance Zone’s Salsa and Latin dance night at the Port Moody branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (2529 Clarke St., Port Moody) where instructors Alberto Gonzalez and Teresa Szefler will lead a beginners dance class from 8 to 9 p.m. before opening up the dance floor until midnight. Admission to the 19+ event is $15 at the door.
MORE: salsadancezone.com/events
Sunday, June 30
Firefighters flapjacks
Bring your family and your appetite for the Port Moody firefighters 47th annual pancake breakfast, a fundraiser for Tri-City charities including the Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation, SHARE and Crossroads Hospice. The feast runs from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Inlet Centre fire hall (150 Newport Dr., Port Moody).
MORE: portmoody.ca
Farmers fields
Grab your grocery bags and tour the vendors’ booths at the Coquitlam Farmers Market, happening from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam).
MORE: makebakegrow.com
Trooper
Head over to Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody) for some entertainment and meals at the 47th annual Golden Spike Days Festival. Hosted by the volunteer Golden Spike Days Society, the all-ages celebration of the last CP Rail spike in Port Moody runs all weekend: Today from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and July 1 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is by donation. Trooper headlines at 8:30 p.m.
MORE: goldenspike.ca
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