The Tri-City News ran an editorial about the future of Skytrain centric development in Port Moody. The future of Port Moody is clearly in taller buildings with more people close enough to walk to the future Evergreen Line stations. This will undoubtedly raise the NIMBY element in Port Moody to greater heights. The thing is,… [Continue Reading]
4Cats: Picasso in PoCo
March 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The line up and crowd was so big an hour before the grand opening celebration event that the new Port Coquitlam location of 4Cats Arts Studio actually had to open early. We arrived shortly after the planned 1:00pm opening to find the Tri-Cities newest 4Cats location packed with families and spilling out into the streets…. [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri-Cities: Emerging Talent, Chamber Gala and More!
January 23, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Evergreen Cultural Centre’s 2012/2013 lineup is in full swing this week with a suspenseful play, a comedy about relationships and a festival showcasing the Tri-Cities emerging youth talent. Also happening around the Tri-Cities is a black tie event, a couple new Leighsure Time drop-in events to try out and even a chance to win a… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri-Cities: Leighsure Time Movie Night, Murder on the Rerun, Banner Painting Festival and More!
January 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment
We have some cultural flair going on in the Tri-Cities this week. Enjoy Norweigian inspired art at Leigh Square Community Arts Village or the lively sounds of Scottish music at Place des Arts. There is a murder, a dance competition and a community painting project happening as well over the next few days. And check… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri-Cities: Family Day at PdA, “Scouting: History in the Making”, Inlet Theatre Movie and More!
January 9, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Art is weaving it’s way throughout the Tri-Cities this week with Opening Receptions at a couple art galleries and an art inspired Family Day for the whole family to enjoy. There is a new display at the Port Moody Station Museum featuring the history of Scouting. There is also music, a movie, hockey and more… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri-Cities: Best of BC Wines Uncorked, Billy Bishop Goes to War and More!
October 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Happy Halloween everyone! Are you wondering what you can do this week after tonight’s sugar crash? Well, you can buy original art from a local artist. Dance to big band music or even learn a few Indian dance steps. Drink BC wines all night. Ponder an artist’s vision. Live vicariously, the life of a World… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri-Cities: Ioco Days Festival, Think Thursdays, Bhangra Idols and More!
October 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Get inspired, spend some money and take part in a play this coming week. The Tri-Cities Meetup Group, Think Thursdays, is excited to bring Peter Legge to this month’s cocktail event as a guest speaker. Entrepreneur, community leader, bestselling author; Peter Legge will get you inspired to live your dream life. For all you shopaholics… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri-Cities: Opera on the Lake, Golf Tourney, a Last Chance at Summer Events and More!
August 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
So many events happening at the end of August, where do I begin? If you like operas, skating, charity golf tourneys, art exhibits or outdoor movies (there are three this weekend!) then you will be a happy-camper. If you are tired of summer and want to start planning for fall activities there’s a Fall Program… [Continue Reading]
Art in the Park 2012
July 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Minnekhada Park in Coquitlam is a hidden gem here in the Tri-Cities. Minnekhada Lodge was built on the site in 1934 to serve as a country retreat and hunting lodge for Eric W. Hamber. Hamber later became Lieutenant-Governor of British Columbia, and after him Lietuenant-Governor Colonel Clarence Wallace called the lodge home. The estate has… [Continue Reading]
What’s Up in the Tri-Cities: Ziggy Marley, Life Drawing Workshop + More!
July 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The artist in you can check out the Life Drawing Workshop while the reggae lover in you can attend Ziggy Marley: Wild And Free Tour! There’s also an interesting free documentary on milk and a Babysitter’s Training course to get your pre-teens certified to babysit. A few other great concerts and other events await you… [Continue Reading]
