It’s not summer in Port Moody until I’ve had my first vanilla Oreo freeze at Gallagher’s Coffee Bar and Café. And this usually happens right after Newport Village’s corner coffee shop opens its patio up for the season. Patrons sit in the shade, catching up on the daily newspaper as village life goes by. Gallagher’s… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri Cities: Chill Out, Beware and Fundraise.
May 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It’s a great week for business and non-profits alike … but not so wonderful for fish. Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is hosting two events to get members mixed and de-stressed, while professional women can sit back and learn how to get the most from life. Eagle Ridge Hospital, the Golden Spike Days and Port Moody… [Continue Reading]
Links: Policial Musical Chairs and Houses are Expensive
May 21, 2013 by 1 Comment
The provincial election is behind us, but nobody saw that one coming. The BC Liberals took the day while adding to their seat total from the last election. This includes 3 of the 4 Tri-Cities ridings, leaving Mike Farnworth as the lone NDP representative, barring a recount of the 105 spread in Coquitlam-Maillardville. One of… [Continue Reading]
Serving it Up Orrange
May 17, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Orrange is the latest restaurant to open in Port Coquitlam, and it has certainly been much anticipated by everyone I have spoken to. On the north side of PoCo on Nicola across from Costco, this new eatery is poised on the edge of a huge new development at Freemont. It’s ready for the thousands of… [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]
What’s Happening in the Tri Cities: Music, Magic and the Mysteries of the Genome
May 15, 2013 by 1 Comment
Hmmm – a week for deeper thought and cultivating the mind perhaps? Start the weekend by bamboozling the senses in a show of magic and illusion, as the talented Vitaly Beckman commands the Inlet Theatre stage once again. Alternatively, give your auditory nerves a workout with divine music from the Balkans. Proactive business types can… [Continue Reading]
Go Fishing at Como Lake
May 14, 2013 by 1 Comment
Do your kids have fishing poles they’re itching to try out? Or, are they already skilled in the ways of the rod and reel, and they need an event that showcases their talent? If you’re looking for a great fishing experience for your kids, head to the Como Lake Fishing Derby. This free event from… [Continue Reading]
Soccer, Soccer and More Soccer
May 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
As the name suggests, Soccer Express is all about soccer. That is immediately clear from the huge storefront graphics to amazing amount of square footage dedicated to ‘the beautiful game’. Upon opening the front door of the Soccer Express retail location it is immediately clear that these guys are really into soccer and after 25… [Continue Reading]
2013 Provincial Election in the Tri-Cities
May 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
There’s now less than a week to go until the 2013 election here in BC, which means that if you haven’t already been paying attention, it’s time to start. Advance voting for the 40th provincial general election is happening until Saturday, May 11, 2013 between 8:00am and 8:00pm. General voting is Tuesday, May 14, 2013… [Continue Reading]
Bayshore Floral and Gift Gallery
May 9, 2013 by Leave a Comment
In the heart of Suter Brook Village you’ll find a small shop. The sign at the top isn’t flashy, and to the naked eye it may seem like it’s not worth venturing inside. If you do decide to stop in, though, you’ll find something that surpasses your expectations. When you enter the store, you open… [Continue Reading]
