Guest submission from the Joseph Richard Group. The Joseph Richard Group is pleased to offer two exceptional locations in Coquitlam. Quickly to become a favourite with locals, is Townhall Public House in the tradition and history rich location of Maillardville. Built in 1934, in the former Jubilee Hotel, The French Quarter pub was one of… [Continue Reading]
Outdoor Pool and Spray Park Listings – 2013
June 14, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Summer officially gets its start in just a few days here in the Tri-Cities. One of the best parts of the season is the chance to head outside on a sunny day to play in the water. There are outdoor pools and spray parks across Port Moody, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam that give us a… [Continue Reading]
Summer Fun with Jimmy Baldwin at Place des Arts
June 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
What are your kids doing this summer? If they’re tired of the same-old, same-old, you may want to consider adding learn to play the guitar to their list. Guitar teacher Jimmy Baldwin is offering beginners’ group guitar classes for eight to twelve year olds at Place des Arts in Coquitlam as part of their Summer… [Continue Reading]
The Breast Event of the Tri-Cities
June 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
On June 15, 2013 in support of Rethink Breast Cancer, hundreds of women will converge upon the Inlet Theatre in Port Moody in the name of breast cancer education and awareness. Presented by TELUS, The Breast Event of the Tri-Cities is a daylong conference featuring Dr. Carolyn Gotay PhD, Dr. Divi Chandna MD, and Dr…. [Continue Reading]
Watershed Tours: Find out Where Your Drinking Water Comes From
June 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Metro Vancouver has three main drinking water sources. The first two, the Capilano and Seymour Reservoirs, are located on the North Shore. Together, they provide approximately 66% of the region’s drinking water. The remaining 34% comes from the Coquitlam Reservoir, located right here in the Tri-Cities. These protected watersheds provide you, and 2.3 million of… [Continue Reading]
Port Moody Centennial Parade and All Nations Festival
May 31, 2013 by Leave a Comment
If you like to plan out your local fun ahead of time, you’ll want to pencil in Saturday, June 22, 2013 on your calendar. That’s the date when Port Moody will celebrate its 100th birthday with the Port Moody Centennial Parade and All Nations Festival. The fun starts at 11:00am when the parade begins at… [Continue Reading]
Local Farmers’ Markets Opening
May 30, 2013 by 1 Comment
The Coquitlam Farmers Market has become a local institution. It’s the second oldest market in the region, opening just one year after the Vancouver market at Trout Lake. And market fans such as myself were excited when the 17th season kicked off earlier this month. The market happens every Sunday until the end of October… [Continue Reading]
Celebrating Success with the Coquitlam Foundation
May 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Worthy individuals and organizations will be receiving scholarships, bursaries and grants to the record-breaking tune of $116,000 when the Coquitlam Foundation will be celebrates its annual Awards Night on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at the Evergreen Cultural Centre. The event caps off a very successful year of community philanthropy for the group, and the public… [Continue Reading]
Nominations are Open for Pride of PoCo
May 24, 2013 by Leave a Comment
With Victoria Day now behind us, gardening season is officially in full swing. In Port Coquitlam, they’ve acknowledged that by opening nominations in their annual Pride of PoCo Garden Awards. From now until July 13, 2013, Port Coquitlam residents are invited to show their civic pride, and acknowledge all the work that local gardeners do… [Continue Reading]
Free Centennial Fitness Classes at Rocky Point Park
May 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Looking to try a new workout, but don’t want to shell out or commit to a full run of classes before you do? Love the idea of exercising in a beautiful, outdoor location, surrounded by nature? If you answered yes to either of those questions, we have the scoop on a couple of upcoming events… [Continue Reading]
