My Tri-Cities Summer 2019

SUMMER 2019 LOCAL ARTS SCENE

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

LOCAL MARKETS

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No need to leave town for a vacation this summer, Coquitlam has activities and special events for all interests and all ages!

ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND JULY 2 – AUG. 30 (Presented by Canadian Tire’s locally-owned stores)

KALEIDOSCOPE ARTS FESTIVAL SATURDAY, AUG. 10, 2 – 9 P.M. (Presented by Kia West)

This hands-on outdoor play space is all about unstructured play for kids ages three to 12. Don’t expect play equipment like fixed swings and slides, instead kids let their imaginations run wild with planks of wood, hammers, nails, tires, tarps and more.

Located in a shaded, forested space off Town Centre Boulevard in City Centre (just a short walk from the Lafarge Lake-Douglas SkyTrain station), caregivers can keep an eye from outside the area while children build and create. (Note: Parents must remain on site; this is not a drop-off activity.) coquitlam.ca/adventureplayground

Indie artists Current Swell, Royal Canoe and Terra Lightfoot will perform at Kaleidoscope, an action-packed free arts and music festival overlooking scenic Lafarge Lake. Jam to DJ tracks, try your hand at the arts, browse unique handcrafted wares, enjoy delicious food truck fare, and just chill out. With a cool vibe, plenty to explore and a site-wide liquor license, Kaleidoscope will feel like an urban street festival, with one exception – the beautiful lakeside setting. coquitlam.ca/kaleidoscope

Hours of Operation » Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. » Wednesdays: 1 – 6 p.m. » Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. » Closed on Sundays: statutory holidays.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES (Presented by Coquitlam Centre / Morguard) Voted “Outdoor Concert of the Year” in 2018 by Tri-Cities residents, Coquitlam’s Summer Concert Series is back again at TD Community Plaza in Town Centre Park. Grab your friends, family or a date and enjoy a homemade picnic or meal purchased from an on-site food truck. coquitlam.ca/summerconcerts » Friday, July 12 – Rock Night with Oliver & the Elements and Quickness » Friday, August 2 – Pop Night with Emma Currie and Trilojay » Friday, Sept. 6 – R n’ B Night with Tonye Aganaba and R & B Allstars

JULY 11 – AUGUST 22, 6:30 – 8 P.M. Coming to a park near you every Thursday evening Visit coquitlam.ca/neighbourhoodnights for details.

For the inside scoop on what’s happening all summer long, places to eat and drink, arts and theatre exhibits, check out

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POP-UP YOUTH PARK (Presented by Coast Capital Savings) Located near the Mundy Park lacrosse box, Coquitlam’s Pop-up Youth Park will be ‘the’ place to hang out with friends, play games, be active, listen to music or join in activities such as weaving, painting and Zen gardening.

With a modified shipping container as the hub of activity, the youth park will also include portable outdoor furniture, a temporary sand volleyball court, mobile bike track, basketball hoops and a sports lending library with gear for ball hockey, pickleball, lacrosse and basketball.

Pop-up activities change weekly. Pop-up activities change weekly. Open daily, dawn to dusk. Staffed Tuesdays - Saturdays, 2-7 p.m. coquitlam.ca/cib

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elcome to the Summer 2019 edition of The Tri-City News’ My Tri-Cities magazine.

Just as The Tri-City News is proud to be a trusted and valued part of a vibrant and growing community — as we’ve been for more than 30 years — we’re also thrilled to bring you this guide to everything you’ve ever wanted to do here.

Are you looking for a place to enjoy the summer time? My Tri-Cities has it. Want to find a restaurant to take in our views? We’ve got those. Do you like community festivals and events? There’s a full roster on these pages.

Or maybe you’re looking for a nice spot to take the whole family for active family fun?

My Tri-Cities also features arts and cultural happenings in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody along with a variety of parks and recreation facilities and activities, plus many sporting events.

Whatever you love to do — and whatever you love about this community — My Tri-Cities has something for you. And if you like what we have to offer here, check out our next My Tri-Cities in Fall 2019.

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EVENTS CALENDAR

JULY 12

JULY JULY 6

Join staff and volunteers with the Coquitlam Heritage Society for a walking tour of Maillardville, the French-Canadian neighbourhood in south Coquitlam. There are two departure times: 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Admission is by donation but registration is required via coquitlamheritage.ca. Meet at Mackin House (1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam). coquitlamheritage.ca

JULY 6

Drop by Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) between 2 and 4 p.m. for the city’s Music in the Park series. The event is free. portcoquitlam.ca

JULY 6

The Coquitlam Sr. Adanacs face the New Westminster Salmonbellies at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) for a home game at 7 p.m. adanaclacrosse.com

JULY 6

Check out the soccer players in action at Coquitlam Town Centre Park 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The annual Kick for a Cure event raises funds for childhood cancer research by supporting the Michael Cuccione Foundation.

JULY 7

Pack your lawn chair or blanket — and don’t forget some cool drinks — for the annual Summer Sundays Concert Series at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), happening at the PCT bandshell at 2 p.m. Today’s music: Russell Marsland and Lovestruck followed by The Legendary R&B Allstars at 4:30 p.m. summersundays.ca

JULY 9

Join hometown hockey stars Ryan and Lucas Johansen for their annual charity golf classic — presented by Westwood Honda — at the Swan-e-set Bay Resort and Country Club (16651 Rannie Rd, Pitt Meadows) in support of the Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation. erhf.ca

Bring your cowbell for the annual PoCo Grand Prix, a criterium bike race that’s part of BC Superweek and closes off most of downtown Port Coquitlam for the day. The 1.3-km circuit will see professional male and female cyclists vying for cash prizes. pocograndprix.ca

JULY 13

Drop by Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) between 2 and 4 p.m. for the city’s Music in the Park series. The event is free. portcoquitlam.ca

JULY 13

Grab some gloves and gardening tools to pull Japanese knotweed with the Friends of the DeBoville Slough and the city of Coquitlam. Meet at the kiosk on the north side of the slough at 9 a.m. burkemountainnaturalists.ca

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JULY 12

JULY 13

Free family fun abounds at Victoria Park (3435 Victoria Dr., Coquitlam) for the city of Coquitlam’s Neighbourhood Night, from 6 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. coquitlam.ca Bring a picnic and blanket and enjoy the city of Coquitlam’s Summer Concert Series, at the TD Community Plaza at Coquitlam Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) from 7 to 9 p.m. The music show is free. coquitlam.ca

The Coquitlam Sr. Adanacs face the Nanaimo Timbermen at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) for a home game at 7 p.m. adanaclacrosse.com It’s blues night for the first Music on the Grill series at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). The dinner and concert with Harpdog Brown runs from 6 to 10 p.m. evergreenculturalcentre.ca SUMMER 2019 | MY TRI-CITIES | 7

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JULY 20

JULY 13

The Summer Cinema Series returns to Rocky Point Park! Developer of 50 Electronic Avenue, Panatch Group, will once again host three FREE movie nights in Rocky Point Park. Open to the entire community. Starting at sunset on July 23th, July 27th, and August 31st, Panatch Group invites you to bring your family down to the park for a night of fun under the stars.

Saturday, July 13th - Dumbo | Sunset @ 9:14 pm Saturday, July 27th - Footloose | Sunset @ 8:59 pm Saturday, Aug. 31st - Captain Marvel | Sunset @ 7:57 pm

JULY 14

Take a walk around the historic Riverview Hospital grounds with volunteers from the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society. The tree tours are free. Meet at the Henry Esson Young (HEY) building, near the front door.

Follow the event parking signs. This event starts at 1 p.m. rhcs.org

JULY 14

Pack your lawn chair or blanket — and don’t forget some cool drinks — for the annual Summer Sundays Concert Series at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), happening at the PCT bandshell at 2 p.m. Today’s music: Incognito followed by Mr. Boogie Woogie at 4:30 p.m. summersundays.ca

JULY 15

Capture your life story with the Heritage Writers Group, which meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon at PoCo Heritage (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam). pocoheritage.org

JULY 18

The gallery manager at the Port Moody Arts Centre (2425 St. Johns St.) opens a new art show, with a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. pomoarts.ca

Tour the parking lot of the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver (2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam) to admire more than 100 vintage, classic and muscle vehicles on display in the 5th annual Ultimate Car Show. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; awards will be presented at the end. hardrockcasinovancouver.com

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JULY 25

Free family fun abounds at Rochester Park (1390 Rochester Ave., Coquitlam) for the city of Coquitlam’s Neighbourhood Night, from 6 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. coquitlam.ca The Port Moody Rotarians host their 5th annual Ribfest at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street), featuring a feast from ribbers and entertainment. Admission is free.

The event runs all weekend from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. portmoodyribfest.ca

JULY 19

Pack a blanket and some bug spray to watch How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World on a 26’ tall screen, courtesy of the city of Port Coquitlam Sun Valley Park (3700 Hamilton St., Port Coquitlam) at 9 p.m. portcoquitlam.ca

JULY 20

Drop by Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) between 2 and 4 p.m. for the city’s Music in the Park series. The event is free. portcoquitlam.ca

JULY 20

The Coquitlam Sr. Adanacs face the Maple Ridge Burrards at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) for a home game at 7 p.m. adanaclacrosse.com

It’s opening day for the Canadian Minor Ball Hockey National Championships, running until July 28 at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam). cbha.com Free family fun abounds at Glen Park (1149 Westwood St., Coquitlam) for the city of Coquitlam’s Neighbourhood Night, from 6 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. coquitlam.ca

JULY 26

Cheer on the competitors in the CanWest Games, taking place at the Percy Perry Stadium at Coquitlam Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) until July 28. canwestgames.com

JULY 27

Drop by Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) between 2 and 4 p.m. for the city’s Music in the Park series. The event is free. portcoquitlam.ca

JULY 27

The Coquitlam Sr. Adanacs face the Victoria Shamrocks at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) for a home game at 7 p.m. adanaclacrosse.com

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AUG. 10

Enjoy the arts and culture of Coquitlam at the city’s annual Kaleidoscope Arts Festival. A free, all-ages gathering from 2 to 9 p.m. at the TD Community Plaza at Coquitlam Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way). This year’s Festival is headlined by Current Swell. coquitlam.ca

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Pack a blanket and some bug spray to watch Ralph Breaks the Internet on a 26’ tall screen, courtesy of the city of Port Coquitlam. Cinema Under the Stars is at Gates Park (2300 Reeve St., Port Coquitlam) at 8:45 p.m. portcoquitlam.ca

Take a walk around the historic Riverview Hospital grounds with volunteers from the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society. The tree tours are free. Meet at the Henry Esson Young (HEY) building, near the front door.

Follow the event parking signs. This event starts at 1 p.m. rhcs.org

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AUG. 11

It’s vintage variety night for the first Music on the Grill series at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). The dinner and concert with Birch Pereira runs from 6 to 10 p.m. evergreenculturalcentre.ca Pack your lawn chair or blanket — and don’t forget some cool drinks — for the annual Summer Sundays Concert Series at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), happening at the PCT bandshell at 2 p.m. Today’s music: Dawn Pemberton. summersundays.ca

AUG. 1

Take a walk around the historic Riverview Hospital grounds with volunteers from the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society. The tree tours are free. Meet at the Henry Esson Young (HEY) building, near the front door.

Follow the event parking signs. This event starts at 7 p.m. rhcs.org

AUG. 1

Free family fun abounds at Mundy Park (641 Hillcrest St., Coquitlam) for the city of Coquitlam’s Neighbourhood Night, from 6 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. coquitlam.ca

Bring a picnic and blanket and enjoy the city of Coquitlam’s Summer Concert Series, at the TD Community Plaza at Coquitlam Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) from 7 to 9 p.m. The music show is free. coquitlam.ca

Drop by Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) between 2 and 4 p.m. for the city’s Music in the Park series. The event is free. portcoquitlam.ca

AUG. 4

Pack your lawn chair or blanket — and don’t forget some cool drinks — for the annual Summer Sundays Concert Series at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), happening at the PCT bandshell at 2 p.m. Today’s music: Mojo Stars followed by The Rain City Six Band at 4:30 p.m. summersundays.ca

AUG. 8

Free family fun abounds at Galloway Park (3404 Galloway Ave., Coquitlam) for the city of Coquitlam’s Neighbourhood Night, from 6 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. coquitlam.ca

AUG. 10

Drop by Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) between 2 and 4 p.m. for the city’s Music in the Park series. The event is free. portcoquitlam.ca

AUG. 11

Pack your lawn chair or blanket — and don’t forget some cool drinks — for the annual Summer Sundays Concert Series at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), happening at the PCT bandshell at 2 p.m. Today’s music: New Orleans Gumbo with the Al Foreman Band followed by R&B Conspiracy at 4:30 p.m. summersundays.ca

AUG. 15

Free family fun abounds at Blue Mountain Park (975 King Albert Ave., Coquitlam) for the city of Coquitlam’s Neighbourhood Night, from 6 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. coquitlam.ca

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Pack a blanket and some bug spray to watch Avengers - End Game on a 26’ tall screen, courtesy of the city of Port Coquitlam.

Cinema Under the Stars is at Sun Valley Park (3700 Hamilton St., Port Coquitlam) at 8:45 p.m. portcoquitlam.ca

AUG. 17

It’s Celtic music night for the first Music on the Grill series at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). The dinner and concert with Kierah runs from 6 to 10 p.m. evergreenculturalcentre.ca

AUG. 17

Take a spot along the cruise route as more than 100 cars registered in tomorrow’s Downtown Port Coquitlam Car Show parade around town. The procession leaves at 6 p.m. from Leigh Square and heads south to Citadel Heights before winding north, up to Victoria Drive, around Terry Fox secondary and across the Coast Meridian Overpass to return to the downtown. pococarshow.ca

AUG. 18

Tour downtown Port Coquitlam for the PoCo Event Society’s annual car show from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Check out the classic, vintage and muscle cars and enjoy the activities, food and entertainment. pococarshow.ca

AUG. 18

Pack your lawn chair or blanket — and don’t forget some cool drinks — for the annual Summer Sundays Concert Series at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), happening at the PCT bandshell at 2 p.m. Today’s music: RESPECT (Shannon Gaye, Britt and Carly McKillip and Kristian Alexandrov). summersundays.ca

AUG. 19

Capture your life story with the Heritage Writers Group, which meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon at PoCo Heritage (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam). pocoheritage.org

AUG. 20

Ditch your vehicle for the city of Port Moody’s 3rd annual Car Free Day — an event that drew more than 20,000 visitors last year. St. Johns Street from Douglas to Moody streets will be closed to traffic from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. portmoody.ca

AUG. 22

The gallery manager at the Port Moody Arts Centre (2425 St. Johns St.) opens a new art show, with a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. pomoarts.ca

AUG. 22

Free family fun abounds at Panorama Park (1485 Johnson St., Coquitlam) for the city of Coquitlam’s Neighbourhood Night, from 6 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. coquitlam.ca

Support the young athletes in the Canadian Minor Lacrosse National Championships, which are on at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) until Aug. 24. It’s the first time all levels will be held together. coquitlamlacrosse.ca

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AUG. 24

The Centurions Project, a Youth Engagement Residency at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam), runs tonight and Aug. 22. The residency is part of an ongoing collaboration between playwright Sally Stubbs, director Lynna Goldhar Smith and a selected group of talented youth actors to explore and produce Stubbs’ play CENTURIONS. evergreenculturalcentre.ca

Roman Danylo and his TheatreSports improv crew return to the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) as The Comic Strippers. The adults-only event runs tonight and Aug. 24 at 8 p.m. evergreenculturalcentre.ca Families and groups can join Noons Creek hatchery volunteers for the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the facility (300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody). Sign up via shorelinecleanup.ca. noonscreek.org

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AUG. 24

Drop by Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) between 2 and 4 p.m. for the city’s Music in the Park series. The event is free. portcoquitlam.ca

AUG. 25

Grab your fabric grocery bags to shop at the Poirier Street Farmers Market, happening in the parking lot of the Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. makebakegrow.com

AUG. 25

Pack your lawn chair or blanket — and don’t forget some cool drinks — for the annual Summer Sundays Concert Series at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), happening at the PCT bandshell at 2 p.m. Today’s music: Tom Lavin and the Legendary Powder Blues. summersundays.ca

AUG. 31

Drop by Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside Port Coquitlam city hall) between 2 and 4 p.m. for the city’s Music in the Park series. The event is free. portcoquitlam.ca

AUG. 31

Take a stroll around the parking lot of the Port Moody Station Museum (2734 Murray St.) between 6 and 9 p.m. as the annual Market at Brewers Row showcases products from Metro Vancouver vendors. Admission is free. marketatbrewersrow.com

SEPTEMBER SEPT. 1

Pack your lawn chair or blanket — and don’t forget some cool drinks — for the annual Summer Sundays Concert Series at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street, Port Moody), happening at the PCT bandshell at 2 p.m. Today’s music: The Hitsville USA Band presents the Motown Show. summersundays.ca

SEPT. 4

Trace your family history with the PoCo Genealogy Group, which meets at PoCo Heritage (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. pocoheritage.org

SEPT. 6

Bring a picnic and blanket and enjoy the city of Coquitlam’s Summer Concert Series, at the TD Community Plaza at Coquitlam Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) from 7 to 9 p.m. The music show is free. coquitlam.ca

SEPT. 7

Musician Russell Earl Marsland pays tribute to the great Stevie Ray Vaughan at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver (2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam) at 8 p.m. in the Molson Canadian Theatre. hardrockcasinovancouver.com

Help to raise funds — while working out your thighs — at the annual Coquitlam Crunch Diversity Challenge, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crunch trail. coquitlamcrunch.com

SEPT. 14

Lace up your skates for a free twirl at the Port Coquitlam community centre (2150 Wilson Ave.) courtesy of the Elks club. The event runs from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. portcoquitlam.ca

SEPT. 15

Lace up your sneakers to support a Port Coquitlam hero in the annual Terry Fox Run. The hometown event starts at 10 a.m. at the Hyde Creek recreation complex (1379 Laurier St., Port Coquitlam); the Coquitlam run is at 10 a.m. at Mundy Park (641 Hillcrest St.); the Port Moody run is at 10 a.m. at Rocky Point Park (2800-block of Murray Street); and the Anmore run starts at 1 p.m. at Spirit Park (2697 Sunnyside Rd.). terryfox.org

SEPT. 15

Take a walk around the historic Riverview Hospital grounds with volunteers from the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society. The tree tours are free. Meet at the Henry Esson Young (HEY) building, near the front door.

Follow the event parking signs. This event starts at 1 p.m. rhcs.org

SEPT. 16

Capture your life story with the Heritage Writers Group, which meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon at PoCo Heritage (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam). pocoheritage.org SUMMER 2019 | MY TRI-CITIES | 15

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SEPT. 20

Find the Perfect Pint with the Coquitlam Rotary at its craft beer tasting event in the Poirier Forum (618 Poirier St., Coquitlam) from 6 to 9 p.m. findtheperfectpint.ca

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Head over to the Ioco Townsite (Ioco Road & 1st Avenue) for the annual Ghost Town Festival & Corn Roast. Noon to 4p.m.

Port Coquitlam celebrates its rivers and trails with an annual festival at Lions Park (2300 Lions Way) from noon to 4 p.m. portcoquitlam.ca

SEPT. 27

It’s a weekend of culture across Canada — and the Tri-Cities has several free events happening to tie in with the annual Cultural Days. culturedays.ca

SEPT. 28

Grab some gloves and gardening tools to pull Japanese knotweed with the Friends of the DeBoville Slough and the city of Coquitlam. Meet at the kiosk on the north side of the slough at 9 a.m. burkemountainnaturalists.ca

Access Youth Outreach presents the 7th Annual Evening of Inspiration fundraising gala. accessyouth.org

OCT. 2

Trace your family history with the PoCo Genealogy Group, which meets at PoCo Heritage (150-2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. pocoheritage.org

At 10:17 a.m., drop, cover and hold for the annual ShakeOut BC earthquake drill, a practice happening around the province to prepare for the Big One. shakeoutbc.ca.

The Art Focus Artists Association opens its fall show and sale for the weekend, with a reception at 7 p.m. in The Outlet at Leigh Square Community Arts Village (behind PoCo city hall). The exhibit on Saturday and Sunday are from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. myartclub.com

OCT. 6

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SUMMER MARKETS Join us for The Market at Brewer’s Row Friday Nights from July 6th to August 31st in the Port Moody Station Museum in Rocky Point Park. Enjoy vendors, food trucks and community groups in the heart of Port Moody. Located in the Port Moody Station Admission is free. marketatbrewersrow.com Grab your fabric grocery bags to shop at the Poirier Street Farmers Market, happening in the parking lot of the Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday through Oct 27th. makebakegrow.co The weekly Port Coquitlam Farmers Market runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at Leigh Square Community Arts Village (beside PoCo city hall), featuring produce, baking and other homemade goods. Every Thursday until October 10th portcoquitlamfarmersmarket.org

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10:15–10:45 am · Tuesdays, July 2–August 13 · Thursdays, July 4–August 15

Poirier Branch 10:30–11:00 am · Fridays, July 5–August 16

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SUMMER LEARNING & FUN! School-aged children are invited to join us for fun, educational activities every Tuesday at the Poirier Branch and every Wednesday at the City Centre Branch.

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July 2 and 3: Vancouver Puppet Theatre July 9 and 10: Mad Science: Fire and Ice July 16 and 17: Mobile Planetarium—registration is required. See coqlibrary.ca for event times and registration details.

Summer Learning events continue in later July and August. See coqlibrary.ca in July for more information.

READING BUDDIES SUMMER SESSIONS Teens who are finishing grades 9, 10, 11 or 12 this June earn community service hours by helping kids (finishing kindergarten, or grades 1, 2, 3 or 4) become better readers.

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