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Tri-City News Friday, November 18, 2011, A27
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THE THINGS-TO-DO GUIDE: Don’t forget to vote
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Kick off the weekend by checking out Place des Arts’ Positively Petite exhibit and the Christmas Boutique, which offers a wide variety of handcrafted gift ideas. Seen here are (from left) Red Chair, by Maarten Meerman in the Positively Petite exhibit; a hand-dyed, spun and knitted tea cozy by Kristen Zirbinis and Carolyn Bruce’s Jade Steampunk Pendulum, both from the Christmas Boutique. Visit www.placedesarts.ca for more info.
Petite treats, gifts at PdA Compiled by Sarah Payne THE TRI-CITY NEWS
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here are plenty of events, art shows and shopping to keep you busy this weekend, but don’t forget to have a say in your city by casting your ballot.
TODAY: Friday, Nov. 18 DOWNWARD DOG Ever wondered what a lotus or child’s pose is? Curious about yoga but nervous to join a class of well-seasoned yogis? Maybe you just like the comfy yoga outfits — whatever your reason, check out Tri-City Transitions beginners yoga class today at 9:30 a.m. (2420 Mary Hill Rd., PoCo). Mats are available for use. Call 604-941-6311 for details.
HOSPITAL HOLIDAY SHOP Get started on your Christmas shopping and help fund much needed hospital equipment at the same time at the Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary Christmas bazaar from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today in the Port Moody hospital lobby. There will be decorations, crafts, knitted and crocheted items for sale; proceeds go to the Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation.
SERIOUSLY SURREALIST Drop by the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way) to check out the latest exhibit, Gregg Simpson’s Out of the Woods, a collection of his abstract surrealist paintings depicting the forest that surrounds his Bowen Island home. Come back Sunday at 4 p.m. for the opening reception, and get a chance to meet this internationally acclaimed artist.
FOREIGN FILM
The Port Moody Film Society presents Mother of Mine, a Finnish/Swedish production, about a Finnish boy evacuated to Sweden during the Second World War and his struggles to cope with the separation from and, eventually, reunification with his family in Finland. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., PoMo). Visit www.pmfilm.ca.
SHOW AND SELL Spend your Friday evening appreciating the artistic talents of your Tri-City neighbours at the Art Focus Artists’ Association fall art show and sale. Tonight’s opening reception kicks off the show at 7:30 p.m.; get a first glimpse and return Saturday or Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to make your purchase at The Outlet at Leigh Square.
Saturday, Nov. 19 Your city council is responsible for the roads you drive on, the libraries, swimming pools and sports fields your family uses and the water and sewage infrastructure we all rely on — not to mention the urban planning decisions that shape your community. It’s your responsibility to be informed and, most importantly, to vote. Voting hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
BOTTLES FOR COWS Got bottles? Put them to good use. The Coquitlam Adanacs field lacrosse team and Meaningful Volunteer are holding a bottle drive fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Funds raised will buy a cow for a small village in Uganda. For bottle/can
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Place des Arts’ first faculty concert of the season features fiddler Rosie Carver and Blackthorn, playing the traditional music of Ireland and Scotland and Canadian folk music at 7:30 p.m. at 1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam. ––Visit www. placedesarts.ca or call 604-664-1636.
FIGHT THE FLU With flu season in full swing it’s time to get your flu shot. London Drugs at Coquitlam Centre mall is hosting a vaccination clinic from 10 a.m.to 6 p.m.; call 604-464-3322 to book an appointment and find out if you qualify for a free shot. The Coquitlam Presbyterian Church (948 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam) hosts a holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. where you can pick up toys, crafts, baked goods and more.
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Sunday, Nov. 20 SANTA PHOTOS They’re not just for kids anymore. Bring your pet to Bosley’s Pet Food (2565 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam) for a photo with Santa by donation from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds go to the Lower Mainland Network for Animals, a registered charity that works towards reducing pet overpopulation through a spay and neuter program. Please send Things-To-Do items to spayne@tricitynews.com.
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