This is the week for getting into the Centennial spirit big time in Port Moody, with a toe-tapping dance party and tea-sipping millinery craft party to get you in the mood. Meanwhile, over in Port Coquitlam, tweens are encouraged to leave their parents home alone for an evening (it’s good training for them, honest) or… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri Cities: Home Alone, Ahead with a Hat, For the Girls and Much More!
June 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
What’s Happening in the Tri Cities: Destroy the Evidence, the 100-mile Diet and Sweet Music for the Ears.
June 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This week, get out and get healthy in the Tri Cities. There’s a bike ride round PoCo, farmer’s markets galore, and a picnic in the park for furry friends. Feed your mind as well as your body with concerts and art exhibitions. Outdoor events are a feast for the senses with a garden stroll and… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri-Cities: Mother’s Day Treats Galore, Beer-tasting, Thrifting and more!
May 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This week it’s Mother’s Day or May Day, or both – Port Coquitlam has it covered with a splendid array of events ending with Sunday’s picnic in the park. Other mom-inspired treats include meeting the seals by kayak or viewing land-based nature on a hike through the Riverview Hospital grounds. Why not make a weekend… [Continue Reading]
Daffodil Day at Lafarge Lake
April 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Those of you who braved the wet rainy weather and went for a walk around Lafarge Lake in Coquitlam on Saturday, April 27, 2013 might have seen tents and umbrellas with the Canadian Cancer Society Logo. This was an event organized by the Cancer Awareness Clubs in Port Moody, Centennial and Riverside Secondary Schools to… [Continue Reading]
Flies, Fish Tales and God Save the Queen
February 14, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Hanging out at Riverside Fly and Tackle in Port Coquitlam is a little like a scene from an old-time movie, where all the town’s men get together in a shop and talk about their fishing adventures and the ones that got away. Garry Elgear, Riverside’s owner, greets everyone by name as they come through the… [Continue Reading]
Opening Night Review of Henry and Alice: Into the Wild
January 31, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Sexy Laundry’s Sequel Hits Coquitlam Camping is the perfect thing to do to get away from it all. No traffic, no city noises, no luxuries. Some love it while others avoid it like the plague. So when you throw into the woods a guy named Henry, who wants to run away from it all and his wife… [Continue Reading]
Port Moody Wine Event: Best of BC Wines is Back!
October 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
It’s that time of year again! Best of BC Wines Uncorked is back. This wine-tasting event happens twice a year in Port Moody. The event showcases new and current releases from top BC wineries, and raises funds for the Port Moody Arts Centre. Wine, friends and a chance to support local arts and culture? Best… [Continue Reading]
Port Coquitlam Screening of Bullying Documentary
October 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Editor’s note – This article was originally written before the tragic news of Port Coquitlam teen Amanda Todd’s suicide. In its wake, this story is even more important. If you’re struggling to come to grips with how we can confront bullying, we hope you’ll consider taking advantage of this free event. October is anti-bullying month. Unfortunately,… [Continue Reading]
Art Knapp’s Funland: Haunted Tunnel, Pumpkins Galore + a Chance to Win!
October 2, 2012 by 24 Comments
Ghosts, Goblins and Werewolves have invaded Port Coquitlam! And they’re overtaking Art Knapp Plantland & Florist for the entire month of October. Have you been to Art Knapp’s seasonal amusement extravaganza? It’s a spook-tacular affair for all ages. Or so I was told. I’d never been to Funland but Wim, the owner of Art Knapp… [Continue Reading]
2012 Terry Fox Run: Honour a Local Hero and Support a Good Cause
August 27, 2012 by 2 Comments
As summer winds down, we’re starting to think ahead to September. With September, comes the annual Terry Fox run. For those of us who live in the Tri-Cities, it’s a chance to celebrate not only a great Canadian, but a true hometown hero. I remember the Marathon of Hope and the young guy running across… [Continue Reading]
