What's On! Port Coquitlam November/December 2018

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Port Coquitlam Thanks to our readers for continuing to support our vision of connecting the community with resources, non profits and businesses.

What’s On! Port Coquitlam Team

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Angela Andersen angela@whatsonpoco.ca Leah Barker leah@whatsonpoco.ca www.whatsonpoco.ca www.facebook.com/whatsonpoco www.twitter.com/whatsonpoco whats_on_poco

Art Focus – Learn about the 46-foot mural being created and the Free Art Demos

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Build a Biz Kids – Taking creativity to the next level!

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Bullet Journaling – 4 Tips on How to Start

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Castle Park Elementary School Learning Garden

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City of Port Coquitlam - Updates

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Crossword

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Events Calendar

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Franchise Page

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Fraser Health – Early Psychosis

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Kids Page

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Legion - Remembrance Day Service Operation Red Nose – Safe Ride Home

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Photo Page – Were you “captured”?

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PoCo Heritage 6th Annual Christmas Tree Festival

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PoCo Youth – What’s Happening!

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Port Coquitlam BIA – Shop Local

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Puzzle Solutions

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Recipe Page – Smor Bullar, Scandinavian Cookies

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Red Cross – Join the Canadian Volunteer Team Now!

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Ron McKinnon MP – Honouring our Community Champions

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Strawberries & Sunshine – Do you have Tech Neck?

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Sudoku

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Terry Fox Library – What’s on at the Library?

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TriCities Moms Group – Introducing TCMG!

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Ultimate Exposure Real Estate Photography How to prepare your home’s photo shoot

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Western Sky Books – Book Reviews

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Word Search

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The information provided in this magazine is intended for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.

We welcome your article submissions. To make this a great community resource we encourage all to submit articles and non profit profiles relating to our community. Please note that all submissions will be edited and formatted. For information on the specific requirements please email Angela or Leah.

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Visit www.whatsonpoco.ca/locations for a complete list of our pick up locations. If you would like to see What’s On! Port Coquitlam in your business, please contact us at angela@whatsonpoco.ca To view this issue online, please visit www.whatsonpoco.ca.

What’s On! Port Coquitlam is published under licence from Blueberry Publications by Andersen Barker and Company.

Disclaimer: While we strive to provide the most up-to-date information on events and activities in Port Coquitlam, etc, all details of the events and activities are subject to change. We recommend that you contact the organizer directly to confirm details and avoid potential disappointment. The published material, adverts, editorials and all other content are published in good faith. Any opinions or claims expressed or made in any article or advert is the opinion/claim of its author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of What’s On! Magazine. All rights reserved and nothing can, partially or in whole, be reprinted or reproduced without a written consent. What’s On! magazines are individually owned, operated and published under license from Blueberry Publications.

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REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE Sunday, November 11th 9:30AM – 10:30AM Wilson Centre – 2150 Wilson Avenue Indoor service with seating available.

Following the Wilson Centre Service, Veterans and members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #133, will lead a parade from the Wilson Centre along Wilson Avenue to Shaughnessy Street to the Cenotaph services at Veterans Park.

CENOTAPH REMEMBRANCE SERVICE Sunday November 11th @ 10:55am Veterans Park – 2580 Shaughnessy Street.

This is an outdoor service. Seating is limited and reserved for the Veterans in attendance.

Those attending the Cenotaph Remembrance Day Service are encouraged to dress warmly and to bring an umbrella in the event of rain.

Directly after the ceremonies and after the Pipe Band and Colour Party have entered the premises, the Legion will open to the public.

(Approx 12:30pm)

Entertainment will follow continuously from 1 to 9pm inside the Legion at 2675 Shaughnessy Street in Port Coquitlam, BC. The Main entrance & parking is at the back of the building.

Visit www.pocolegion.ca for more information on the schedule of events taking place at the Royal Canadian Legion.

“Public is welcome at Legion events. The Port Coquitlam Legion now also welcomes families with children. Minors are welcome until kitchen closure in the evening”

The Legion Calendar: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday:

Drop in Darts at 7:30pm Hand and Foot Cards at 1:00pm, Meat Draw at 4:00pm, Euchre at 7:00pm Crib and Poker at 7:00pm Assorted Card Games 1:00, Texas Holden Poker at 7:00pm Meat Draw 4:30pm, Music Bingo @ 6:30pm Dinner & Drinks Specials Bingo at 12:45 pm, Meat Draw at 3:30pm and Super Meat Draw at 5:30pm CLOSED

Room Rentals and catering available for your events, meetings and parties.

Reduced rates for members. Please see our website pocolegion.ca for further information, pricing and pictures.

PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE AND WEBSITE FOR MONTHLY DINNER AND DANCES AND ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS

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CROSSWORD Across 1 Melodious sounds (5) 4 Attain, accomplish (7) 8 Royal ruler (7) 9 Latin American dance (5) 10 Astonishing, impressive (7) 12 Large bird of prey (5) 14 Thrift store (7, 4) 18 Officially register (5) 19 Delivers mail (7) 21 Occupation, vocation (5) 23 Faltering speech (7) 24 Discord, disunity (7) 25 The taste of toothpaste (5) Down 1 Milk-producing animal (6) 2 Person lying outside to get a tan (9) 3 Royal dog (5) 4 Burnt remains (3) 5 Female party-giver (7) 6 Type of tree (3) 7 Rubbed-out, removed (6) 11 Rise from bed (3, 2) 13 Male wedding attendants (9) 15 Soothe, assuage (7) 16 Thawed, defrosted (6) 17 Vitality, dynamism (6) 20 Large group of bees (5) 22 Donkey, burro (3) 23 Group of items (3)

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WHAT’S ON! PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS CALENDAR SUBMIT YOUR PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS TO INFO@WHATSONPOCO.CA. EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE PRINTED AND ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR (SEE: WWW.WHATSONPORTCOQUITLAM.CA), AND ALSO PROMOTED ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER.

November November 1, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s communitybased choir pursues excellence in performance and celebrates a varied repertoire from classical to folk and pop.

Free to watch.

To participate, contact Mr. Kim at 778-554-9917” The Singing Project 1-2:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village The Port Coquitlam Stroke Recovery Association, in partnership with Leigh Square, offers this informational music program open to everyone interested n singing, socializing and having fun.

FREE November 2, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help your baby develop speech & language skills enjoy bouncing, singing & rhyming with stories.

November 3, 2018 Beginner Ukulele Lessons 1-2pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Are you new to the ukulele?

Get started with the basics of how to play. Join local ukulele instructor Patrice from Paliatsky Music Lessons for this special 4-week beginner session. You’ll be strumming tunes in practically no time! No experience necessary. If you don’t have your own ukulele we will provide one for you. Ages 10 & Up. Space is limited.

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November 5, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Adult Colouring Book 2-3pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd We’ll provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments.

Movie Night 6-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Come to the library for a free movie! We’ll be showing newer releases to lighten your spirit. Join us as we celebrate 30 years in film. November 5: Runaway Jury (2004) November 6, 2018 Speech and Language Drop in Clinic 10-11:30am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Drop in and talk with one of the Health Unit’s SpeechLanguage Pathologists for 5-10 minutes. Your child will receive a brief screening of his or her communications skills.

You will receive help for your child’s speech and language development. This clinic is for children who have not yet been referred. It is best suited for families who are not sure if a referral is needed. Clients are seen on the basis of firstcome, first-served.

Artist Open Studio 11am-4pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Ave A great place to build your artistic skills and meet with other artists. Friends of Leigh Square Society yearly memberships are available.

Drop-in program for adults.

Seniors Rec Event Tuesday Talks Series: ADVOCACY 1-3pm Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave FREE/$3 The squeaky wheel gets the grease! Whether you are advocating for yourself or someone else, important skills, strategies and practical suggestions are presented by COSCO. Reading Buddies 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Registration Required Children in kindergarten to grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

Reading Buddies - Teen Volunteers 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Registration Required Help kids read! Get a reference, volunteer hours and some seriously good karma.

Activity Centre 4-8pm Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave Offside Youth Activity Centre is a community resource and provides kids with barrier free activities in a fully supervised setting. It’s filled with recreational opportunities and gives kids a chance to make new friends. We’re here to help youth with homework, projects, but most importantly, we want to give kids the opportunity to play and have fun! Regular Admission Yearly Youth Access memberships are available for purchase.

November 7, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

WHAT’S COOKING? (Grades 6-8) 3:30-5pm Hyde Creek Rec. Centre Make delicious dishes while learning cooking skills and kitchen safety. With a focus on healthy eating, the different recipes will be created each class.

Course Code: 30281 Date(s): November 7-28 Cost: $48.00/$43.00 with Youth Access Card” November 8, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s communitybased choir pursues excellence in performance and celebrates a varied repertoire from classical to folk and pop.

Free to watch To participate, contact Mr. Kim at 778-554-9917 Access Tri-Cities 12:30-3:30pm Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave Join us to honour our Veterans. Wilson Seniors open our doors and encourage veterans to join us for a delicious roast beef meal and musical entertainment. Lest We Forget Veterans Free/ Members $13 Non-member $16 The Singing Project 1-2:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village The Port Coquitlam Stroke Recovery Association, in partnership with Leigh Square, offers this informational music program open to everyone interested n singing, socializing and having fun.

FREE

For informational purposes only – event schedules may change without notice – please check websites for updated information.

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WHAT’S ON! PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS CALENDAR SUBMIT YOUR PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS TO INFO@WHATSONPOCO.CA. EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE PRINTED AND ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR (SEE: WWW.WHATSONPORTCOQUITLAM.CA), AND ALSO PROMOTED ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER. Smart Growth Committee 5-6 pm City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St Responsible for integrating the social, economic and environmental interests of the City in developing and reviewing policies and programs to manage the physical change and growth of the City.

Leigh Square Writers Group 7:30-9pm 200 - 2253 Leigh Square Socialize and discuss writing projects, scripts, poetry, novels, short stories, comics, and lyrics. Friends of Leigh Square Society yearly memberships are available.

Drop-in program for adults.

Community Room November 9, 2018 Remembrance Day Talk 10am-2:30pm PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives This year marks the 100 Year Anniversary of the end of World War I. Join us in the museum for a history talk led

by Bryan Ness. Cookies, tea, and coffee are provided.

Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Help your baby develop speech & language skills enjoy bouncing, singing & rhyming with stories.

November 10, 2018 Storytime 11-11:30am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

November 11, 2018 Remembrance Day Ceremonies 9:30am-2pm Wilson Centre 2150 Wilson Ave Remember those who

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sacrificed for us all. A 9:30am service at Wilson Centre is followed by a parade to Veterans Park and a wreathlaying ceremony at 11am.

CENOTAPH REMEMBRANCE SERVICE 10:55am Veterans Park – 2580 Shaughnessy St This is an outdoor service.

Seating is limited and reserved for the Veterans in attendance.

Those attending the Cenotaph Remembrance Day Service are encouraged to dress warmly and to bring an umbrella in the event of rain.

Royal Canadian Legion Entertainment 1-9pm Legion, Branch #133, 2675 Shaughnessy St Entertainment will follow continuously from 1 to 9pm inside the Legion. The Main entrance & parking is at the back of the building. Visit www.pocolegion.ca for more information on the schedule of events taking place at the Royal Canadian Legion.

“Public is welcome at Legion events. The Port Coquitlam Legion now also welcomes families with children. Minors are welcome until kitchen closure in the evening.”

November 12, 2018 Rhymes of Times 10:30-11:30am PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives Join our guided reminiscing session for adults and share your stories with the group.

November 13, 2018 Artist Open Studio 11am-4pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Ave A great place to build your artistic skills and meet with other artists. Friends of Leigh Square Society yearly memberships are available.

Drop-in program for adults.

Workroom Seniors Rec Event Tuesday Talks Series: POA, JOINT BANK ACCOUNTS & REPRESENTATION AGREEMENTS 2-4pm Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave FREE/$3 Seniors First presents the value of advance planning, strategies to prevent financial abuse, risks/benefits of joint bank accounts and importance of powers of attorney.

Reading Buddies 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Registration Required Children in kindergarten to grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

Reading Buddies - Teen Volunteers 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Registration Required Help kids read! Get a reference, volunteer hours and some seriously good karma.

Council Meeting 7-9pm City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St Council Meeting at 7 pm City Hall http://www.portcoquitlam. ca/council Off The Grid 7-9pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village. Creating “Instant Sonic Art” musicians improve and react spontaneously to other players and the overall sound that is produced. New

Musicians and listeners are welcome. Please Call 604789-3456.

November 14, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

LEGO Club 3:30-4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd We have the LEGO, you bring your imagination! Kids ages 5 to 10, drop in.

WHAT’S COOKING? (Grades 6-8) 3:30-5pm Hyde Creek Rec. Centre Make delicious dishes while learning cooking skills and kitchen safety. With a focus on healthy eating, the different recipes will be created each class.

Course Code: 30281 Date(s): November 7-28 Cost: $48.00/$43.00 with Youth Access Card November 15, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s communitybased choir pursues excellence in performance and celebrates a varied repertoire from classical to folk and pop.

Free to watch To participate, contact Mr. Kim at 778-554-9917

For informational purposes only – event schedules may change without notice – please check websites for updated information.

The City of Port Coquitlam produces Update pages to inform the community about City news, services and opportunities to get involved. Watch this page in future issues of What's On Magazine.

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Fun Holiday Meals at Wilson Centre

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Help keep our sidewalks safe Did you know that City bylaws require all residents and businesses to clear the public sidewalks along their property as Ć?ŽŽŜ Ä&#x201A;Ć? Ć&#x2030;Ĺ˝Ć?Ć?Ĺ?Ä?ĹŻÄ&#x17E; Ä&#x201A;Ĺ&#x152;Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; Ä&#x201A; Ć?ĹśĹ˝Ç Ä¨Ä&#x201A;ĹŻĹŻÍ? dĹ&#x161;Ĺ?Ć? Ĺ?Ć? Ĺ?ĹľĆ&#x2030;Ĺ˝Ć&#x152;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x201A;ĹśĆ&#x161; Ć&#x161;Ĺ˝ Ä&#x17E;ĹśĆ?ĆľĆ&#x152;Ä&#x17E; Ä&#x201A;ĹŻĹŻ Ć&#x2030;Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ć?Ć&#x161;Ć&#x152;Ĺ?Ä&#x201A;ĹśĆ? Ä?Ä&#x201A;Ĺś Ĺ?Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x161; Ć&#x161;Ĺ˝ Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ĺ?Ć&#x152; Ä&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ć?Ć&#x;ĹśÄ&#x201A;Ć&#x;ŽŜ Ć?Ä&#x201A;ĨÄ&#x17E;ĹŻÇ&#x2021;Í&#x2DC;

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CHRISTMAS LUNCHâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thu Dec 20, 12:30 pm

Admission $10 (free under age 3).

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WHAT’S ON! PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS CALENDAR SUBMIT YOUR PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS TO INFO@WHATSONPOCO.CA. EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE PRINTED AND ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR (SEE: WWW.WHATSONPORTCOQUITLAM.CA), AND ALSO PROMOTED ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER. Access Tri-Cities 11:15am-1:15pm Samz Neighbourhood Pub Access Tri-Cities is a fairly new, nine months, networking group for businesses owners and entrepreneurs who believe in fostering human relationships in order to be able to refer them to others.

This group has had some incredible success in referring each other to friends, relatives and their own network.

Some great co-operative partnerships have been fostered through this group.

Meetings are held every third Thursday of the month at Samz Neighbour Pub on Elgin off of Shaughnessy in their private area. Cost for the meeting is $5.00 regardless if you are a guest or member as well as for the respect of the venue a meal from the selective menu provided for us. There is no annual fee, it is only $5.00 per meeting. All meetings have an educational component as well as lots of time for networking. They start at 11:15 am for mingling and getting to know each other and then formally starts at 11:45 and goes till 1:15 pm.

Please, come in for a meeting and see how it all works for yourself.

The Singing Project 1-2:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village The Port Coquitlam Stroke Recovery Association, in partnership with Leigh Square, offers this informational music program open to everyone interested n singing, socializing and having fun.

FREE Healthy Community Committee Meeting 4-5pm #200 - 2253 Leigh Square Responsible for reviewing matters pertaining to achievement recognition, civic festivals, cultural events,

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recreation facility maintenance and life cycle improvements, leisure activities, open space and sport field planning and maintenance, cemetery operations, heritage programs, corporate energy conservation, and liaison with a wide scope of community-based groups.

The overall objectives of the Committee are to enhance Port Coquitlam’s quality of life by nurturing the wellbeing of its citizens, their communities and environments and to help the citizens grow and reach for their physical, social, emotional, spiritual and leadership potentials.

Remembering Dave Barrett 7-8:30pm PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives Join us in a special evening in remembrance of Premier Dave Barrett. Cookies, tea, and coffee are provided.

SFU’s Philosophers’ Cafй 7-8:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd A series of informal public discussions in the heart of our communities. Since 1998, this award-winning program has engaged the interests of scholars, seniors, students, philosophers, and non-philosophers through stimulating dialogue and the passionate exchange of ideas.

Drop in.

November 16, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Help your baby develop speech & language skills enjoy bouncing, singing & rhyming with stories.

Open Mic Night 7-10pm 200 - 2253 Leigh Square Listen to local performers, meet new musicians, jam or

perform.

FREE Drop-in music program for youth. Michael Wright Art Gallery November 17, 2018 James Park 5th Annual Christmas Market 10am-4pm 1761 Westminster Ave Hosted by Lyndsay Krause and Carol Huynh Dad Time - Library Time!

2-2:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd A fun, drop-in program for all dads and male caregivers with little ones ages 1 day to 5 years old. Join us for songs, stories, games and crafts, with time after the program to meet and socialize!

November 19, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Heritage Writers’ Group 10:30am–12pm PoCo Heritage, 150-2248 McAllister Ave Start capturing your life story for family and posterity! No preparation required; just bring a pen and paper, or your laptop.

Adult Colouring Club 2-3pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd We’ll provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments.

November 20, 2018 Artist Open Studio 11am-4pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC, A great place to build your artistic skills and meet with other artists. Friends of Leigh Square Society yearly

memberships are available.

Drop-in program for adults.

Seniors Rec Event Tuesday Talks Series: PREVENTING ELDER ABUSE & NEGLECT 1-3pm Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave FREE/$3.

Presented by Community Policing, participants learn to identify suspicious signs and symptoms of elder abuse, review potential causes, intervention techniques and where to find help.

Reading Buddies 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Registration Required Children in kindergarten to grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

Reading Buddies - Teen Volunteers 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Registration Required Help kids read! Get a reference, volunteer hours and some seriously good karma.

Teen Advisory Group 7-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Come tell the library what teens want. This looks great on your resume and you get volunteer hours. Oh yeah, the snacks are good too.

November 21, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Transportation Solutions & Public Works Committee 4-6pm City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St Transportation Solutions & Public Works Committee

For informational purposes only – event schedules may change without notice – please check websites for updated information.

HONOURING OUR COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS In September I honoured seven Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam Community Champions. I started Community Champions to recognize community volunteers who work hard to make Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam the best community in Canada.

Community Champions are our unsung heroes – like the parent who wakes up extra early to carpool the neighbourhood kids to school, the passionate coach who helps young athletes find their stride, and the fundraising superstar who collects donations to help the less fortunate. This year’s recipients are Lawrence Schmidt, Patrick McCarthy, Barbara Worwood, Aynsley Meldrum, Maria Shylov, Laud Vidal, and Michael Thomas.

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Lawrence Schmidt, Patrick McCarthy, Barbara Worwood, Aynsley Meldrum, Maria Shylov, Ron McKinnon, Laud Vidal, and Michael Thomas.

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Chocolates

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Tree

Fairy lights

Turkey

Figgy pudding

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Guests

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WHAT’S ON! PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS CALENDAR SUBMIT YOUR PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS TO INFO@WHATSONPOCO.CA. EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE PRINTED AND ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR (SEE: WWW.WHATSONPORTCOQUITLAM.CA), AND ALSO PROMOTED ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER. Friends of Terry Fox Library 7-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Join the Friends of the Library and attend their meetings.

This volunteer organization supports the library through advocacy, fundraising and assistance with various projects. New friends are always welcome!

November 22, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s communitybased choir pursues excellence in performance and celebrates a varied repertoire from classical to folk and pop.

Free to watch To participate, contact Mr. Kim at 778-554-9917 The Singing Project 1-2:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village The Port Coquitlam Stroke Recovery Association, in partnership with Leigh Square, offers this informational music program open to everyone interested in singing, socializing and having fun.

FREE Stuffie Sleepover 6:15-7pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Ever wonder what your stuffed animals do when you’re not around? Come to our stuffed animal storytime and tuck your stuffie in for a night at the library. Follow our updates on the library’s Facebook page to see what shenanigans they get up to!

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Leigh Square Writers Group 7:30-9pm 200 - 2253 Leigh Square Socialize and discuss writing projects, scripts, poetry, novels, short stories, comics, and lyrics. Friends of Leigh Square Society yearly memberships are available.

Drop-in program for adults.

Community Room November 23, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help your baby develop speech & language skills enjoy bouncing, singing & rhyming with stories.

Winter Artisan Market 4-8pm 2253 Leigh Square Kick off the holidays in Leigh Square! November 2324 with an artisan market, entertainment, lighting event, and more. http://portcoquitlam ca/christmas Outdoor Activities 1-5 pm November 24, 2018 Build a Biz Kids 12-4pm Henderson Place Mall - 1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam Curious to see what creative solutions/products the KidPreneurs have developed this fall? Or interested in supporting local youth and their business ambitions?

Come check it out: Market Day - Fall 2018 Winter Artisan Market 10am-6pm 2253 Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada Shop for handmade treasures!

November 23-24 with an artisan market, entertainment, lighting event, and more. http:// portcoquitlam.ca/christmas.

Outdoor Activities 1-5 pm

November 26, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Adult Colouring Club 2-3pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd We’ll provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments.

November 27, 2018 Terrific Tuesdays 10–11:30am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Have some fun at the library and make your Tuesday terrific!

Artist Open Studio 11am-4pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Ave A great place to build your artistic skills and meet with other artists.

Friends of Leigh Square Society yearly memberships are available.

Drop-in program for adults.

Seniors Rec Event Tuesday Talks Series: AED ORIENTATION 2-4p Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave FREE/$3 Automated External Defibrillators can be used to save a life! Learn the basics of an AED and basic CPR. Reading Buddies 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Registration Required Children in kindergarten to grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

Reading Buddies - Teen Volunteers 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd

Registration Required Help kids read! Get a reference, volunteer hours and some seriously good karma.

Ukulele Jam 7-8:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd All “uked” up and no place to jam? All levels of experience are welcome at our fun and relaxed ukulele circle. Drop in.

Council Meeting 7-9pm City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St. Council Meeting at 7 pm City Hall http://www.portcoquitlam. ca/council Off The Grid 7-9pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village.

Creating “Instant Sonic Art” musicians improve and react spontaneously to other players and the overall sound that is produced. New Musicians and listeners are welcome. Please Call 604-789-3456.

November 28, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Coffee Mug Book Club 7-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Registration Required Meet fellow book lovers and discuss a selected title. New members are welcome to join.

Art Focus Workshop 7-9pm The Outlet in Leigh Square Art Focus Artists’ Association is hosting a Demo by wellknown local artist and instructor Tammy Pilon. All Art Focus Demos are free and take place at The Outlet in Leigh Square. They are open to all members of the community.

For informational purposes only – event schedules may change without notice – please check websites for updated information.

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WHAT’S ON! PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS CALENDAR SUBMIT YOUR PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS TO INFO@WHATSONPOCO.CA. EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE PRINTED AND ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR (SEE: WWW.WHATSONPORTCOQUITLAM.CA), AND ALSO PROMOTED ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER. WHAT’S COOKING? (Grades 6-8) 3:30-5pm Hyde Creek Rec. Centre Make delicious dishes while learning cooking skills and kitchen safety. With a focus on healthy eating, the different recipes will be created each class. Course Code: 30281 Date(s): November 7-28 Cost: $48.00/$43.00 with Youth Access Card November 29, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s communitybased choir pursues excellence in performance and celebrates a varied repertoire from classical to folk and pop.

Free to watch To participate, contact Mr. Kim at 778-554-9917 The Singing Project 1-2:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village The Port Coquitlam Stroke Recovery Association, in partnership with Leigh Square, offers this informational music program open to everyone interested in singing, socializing and having fun.

FREE Wilson Centre Birthday Party/New Members Tea 2-4pm Wilson Centre 2150 Wilson Ave, Port Coquitlam This event is held to celebrate our member’s birthdays. Join us for entertainment, snacks, refreshments and cake. Bring your dancing shoes! Members with birthdays register for Free.

Birthday Person FREE/$3 Member /$5 Non-Member

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November 30, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Help your baby develop speech & language skills enjoy bouncing, singing & rhyming with stories.

BC SPCA Annual Wine & Whiskers 6-9pm Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam Tickets are $45 each – each ticket comes with the first drink on us, as well as vegetarian and vegan appetizers for the evening. Get your tickets today before they sell out! Visit www.spca.bc.ca/tri-cities-winewhiskers.

Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play). While the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more information, please call 604341-0241.

To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www.operationrednosetricities.com

December December 1, 2018 Tri-City Wordsmiths 2–4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Registration Required.

Increase your knowledge and skill in the literary arts.

Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play) While

the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more information, please call 604341-0241.

To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www.operationrednosetricities. com December 3, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

December 4, 2018 Seniors Rec Event Tuesday Talks Series: PERSONAL PLANNING 1-3pm Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave FREE/$3 Presented by Community Policing, participants learn to identify suspicious signs and symptoms of elder abuse, review potential causes, intervention techniques and where to find help.

Council Meeting 7-9pm City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St Council Meeting at 7 pm City Hall http://www.portcoquitlam. ca/council December 5, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

December 6, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd

December 7, 2018 Babytime 10:15am-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Help your baby develop speech & language skills enjoy bouncing, singing & rhyming with stories.

Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play) While the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more information, please call 604341-0241.

To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www.operationrednosetricities. com December 8, 2018 BABYSITTER INTENSIVE TRAINING (10-15 YRS) 10am-5pm Hyde Creek Rec. Centre Learn the business of babysitting, caring for babies and toddlers, risk management, emergencies, feeding, sleeping, games, problem solving, and communication. Certification after the written test. See “Babysitter Pro-D-Day Camps” for additional dates.

Course Code: 30283 Cost: $60.00/$55.00 with Youth Access Card Saturday Movie Matinee – Paddington 2 2-3:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Embark on a wild and crazy journey with Paddington as he tries to unmask the thief who stole a pop-up book from the antique shop. Will he be able to recover it and give it to his Aunt as a gift? Drop-In.

For informational purposes only – event schedules may change without notice – please check websites for updated information.

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Storytime 11-11:30am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play) While the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more information, please call 604341-0241.

To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www.operationrednosetricities.com December 9, 2018 Strawberries and Sunshine Annual Giving Day Event and Sensory Santa 10am-12pm Strawberries & Sunshine Healing Centre.

Strawberries and Sunshine annual giving day event and sensory Santa event.

December 10, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Rhymes of Times 10:30-11:30am PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives.

Join our guided reminiscing session for adults and share your stories with the group.

December 11, 2018 Seniors Rec Event Tuesday Talks Series: PERSONAL SAFETY/TRANSIT SAFETY 1-3pm 2150 Wilson Avenue Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 6J5 Canada FREE/$3 Community Policing will discuss how you can be visible while walking at night, stay safe while travelling on transit and when in unfamiliar situations.

What’s On! • www.whatsonportcoquitlam.ca

Council Meeting 7-9pm City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St Council Meeting at 7 pm City Hall http://www.portcoquitlam. ca/council December 12, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

LEGO Club 3:30-4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd We have the LEGO, you bring your imagination! Kids ages 5 to 10, drop in.

Coffee Mug Book Club 7-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Registration Required Meet fellow book lovers and discuss a selected title. New members are welcome to join.

December 13, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Smart Growth Committee 5-6 pm City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St Responsible for integrating the social, economic and environmental interests of the City in developing and reviewing policies and programs to manage the physical change and growth of the City.

SFU’s Philosophers’ Cafй 7-8:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd A series of informal public discussions in the heart of our communities. Since 1998, this award-winning program has engaged the interests of scholars, seniors, students, philosophers, and non-philosophers through stimulating dialogue and the passionate exchange of ideas.

Drop in.

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What happens when a child with an active imagination is given the tools and resources to implement their ideas? The world becomes a OLWWOH ELW EHWWHU $ ORFDO QRQ SURĂ&#x20AC; W LV LQVSLULQJ 7UL &LWLHV NLGV ZLWK WKH WRROV DQG FRQĂ&#x20AC; GHQFH WR WDNH their creativity to the next level. Build a Biz Kids offers after-school and summer camp programs on entrepreneurship. This past summer, 40 kids participated in the Lemonade Stand Challenge and raised over $1,000 for local charities (SHARE Family and Community Services, 3030 Gordon 6W 3R&R <RXWK DQG 6WDUĂ&#x20AC; VK %DFNSDFNV ,Q WKH Build a Biz Kids after-school programs, kids become KidPreneurs as they journey from ideas, designs and prototypes to branding, marketing and customer service. They are guided and supported through 10 weeks of business plan development. After 10 weeks of preparation the program culminates with Market Day where these KidPreneurs launch their business with a day of sales and customer interaction. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Entrepreneur skills are life skills. Learning to be resourceful, resilient to failure and creative in approaching problems are skills that will pay dividends throughout ones personal and

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professional development.â&#x20AC;? says Build a Biz Kids Vice President, Braden Ricketts. KidPreneurs learn to see problems as opportunities to be creative and to come up with a product or service that will help people. One KidPreneur decided a problem he saw was not enough kids washed their hands.

His solution? Embed a toy into a bar of soap so that each time a kid washed their hands, they were one handwashing closer to having a new toy to SOD\ ZLWK ,W¡V WKLV W\SH RI LQQRYDWLRQ WKDW %XLOG D Biz Kids aims to foster in the Tri-Cities youth, to FKDOOHQJH WKH VWDWXV TXR DQG Ă&#x20AC; QG RSSRUWXQLWLHV LQ the problems around them.

Curious to see what creative solutions/products the KidPreneurs have developed this fall?

Or interested in supporting local youth and their business ambitions?

Come check it out: Market Day - Fall 2018 Where? Henderson Place Mall - 1163 Pinetree Way When? Saturday November 24th from Noon-4pm Are you interested in seeing your child develop their entrepreneurial skills? Do you want to see \RXU FKLOG¡V DPELWLRQ FUHDWLYLW\ WXUQHG LQWR D product or a hobby? After-School programs for the Winter 2019 season are currently registering.

Check out www.buildabizkids.com to learn more and to register for an afterschool program.

To advertise e-mail info@whatsonpoco.ca

Castle Park Elementary School

Learning Garden

Please note some of the Castle Park Learning Garden features are: •A gathering space with leveled seating •Playgrounds with a climbing area •Urban planters for vegetable gardens •Hopscotch paths and large sand play areas •An outdoor classroom with seating under the shade of trees •An evaporation stream •Indigenous plants •Paths that link the different learning areas Research shows that some of the benefits of a school learning garden are that it helps to: •Reduce stress levels •Develop critical and creative thinking through hands-on learning •Get students moving •Develop a better understanding of environmental issues •Connect students to the surrounding community

Ways people can help: Donations accepted at: a. Go Fund Me - The Castle Park Learning Gardenwww.gofundme.com/wjry2-castle-parklearning-garden b. Cheques can be mailed to: Castle Park Elementary School 1144 Confederation Drive Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 5Y6 c. Donate the proceeds from your bottle returns at Biggar Bottle Depot in Port Coquitlam. Let the employees know you are donating to The Castle Park PAC. Or Attend the Will Stroet benefit concert on Friday, November 23rd.

Will Stroet is a Juno nominated children's singer.

Tickets can be purchased online at the Castle Park Elementary website: https://www.sd43. bc.ca/school/castlepark/Pages/default.aspx

We currently have a very enthusiastic group of parents who have begun to fundraise for this project.

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WHAT’S ON! PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS CALENDAR SUBMIT YOUR PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS TO INFO@WHATSONPOCO.CA. EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE PRINTED AND ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR (SEE: WWW.WHATSONPORTCOQUITLAM.CA), AND ALSO PROMOTED ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER. December 14, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Help your baby develop speech & language skills enjoy bouncing, singing & rhyming with stories.

Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play) While the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more information, please call 604341-0241.

To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www.operationrednosetricities. com Holiday Turkey Dinner (All Ages Welcome) 6-8pm Hyde Creek Rec. Centre Course Code: 30277 Register for the turkey dinner and enjoy a delicious meal with all the fixings! If you are able, please bring nonperishable food items for the SHARE Food Bank. Financial support available if you cannot afford the associated meal charge.

Contact Chris Eastman eastmanc@portcoquitlam.ca or 604-927-7981.

Cost: Youth: $3 / Adults $5 December 15, 2018 Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play) While the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more

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information, please call 604341-0241.

To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www.operationrednosetricities. com BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 9-11:30am Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave Admission $10 (free under age 3) HOME ALONE (10-13 YRS) 2:30-4:30pm Hyde Creek Rec. Centre Spending time at home alone while your parents are busy running errands or working?

This course provides the skills needed to safely look after yourself. Interactive lessons and scenarios will help you and your parents feel more confident when you are home by yourself.

Course Code: 30286 Cost: $27.25/$22.25 with Youth Access Card December 16, 2018 SKATE WITH SANTA 1:15-3:45pm PoCo Rec Complex, 2150 Wilson Ave This skate is regular admission. For more skating and drop-in hockey info, visit portcoquitlam.ca/publicskate.

December 18, 2018 Terrific Tuesdays 10–11:30am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Have some fun at the library and make your Tuesday terrific!

Teen Advisory Group 7-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Come tell the library what teens want. This looks great on your resume and you get volunteer hours. Oh yeah, the snacks are good too.

CP Holiday Train TBA Port Coquitlam West Coast Express Station (2125 Kingsway Ave) Watch the Canadian Pacific Railway’s Holiday Train roll into town, with performances, caroling, crafts and more.

Bring a donation for SHARE’s food bank. Check portcoquitlam.ca/holidaytrain in November for full details.

selective menu provided for us. there is no annual fee, it is only $5.00 per meeting. All meetings have an educational component as well as lots of time for networking. They start at 11:15 am for mingling and getting to know each other and then formally starts at 11:45 and goes till 1:15 pm.

Please, come in for a meeting and see how it all works for yourself.

December 19, 2018 Transportation Solutions & Public Works Committee 4-6pm City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St Transportation Solutions & Public Works Committee

Christmas Lunch 12:30-2:30pm Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave The turkey has been basted and the table set, what we need now, is you as a guest!

Join us for the Annual Wilson Centre Christmas Lunch. This event is exclusive to Wilson Centre Members.

FREE Members

December 20, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Drop in to practice English in a friendly, social situation.

Presented in partnership with SHARE Family and Community Services.

Access Tri-Cities 11:15am-1:15pm Samz Neighbourhood Pub Port Coquitlam Access Tri-Cities is a fairly new, nine months, networking group for businesses owners and entrepreneurs who believe in fostering human relationships in order to be able to refer them to others.

This group has had some incredible success in referring each other to friends, relatives and their own network.

Some great co-operative partnerships have been fostered through this group.

Meetings are held every third Thursday of the month at Samz Neighbour Pub on Elgin off of Shaughnessy in their private area. Cost for the meeting is $5.00 regardless if you are a guest or member as well as for the respect of the venue a meal from the

Healthy Community Committee Meeting 4-5pm #200 - 2253 Leigh Square Responsible for reviewing matters pertaining to achievement recognition, civic festivals, cultural events, recreation facility maintenance and life cycle improvements, leisure activities, open space and sport field planning and maintenance, cemetery operations, heritage programs, corporate energy conservation, and liaison with a wide scope of community-based groups.

The overall objectives of the Committee are to enhance Port Coquitlam’s quality of life by nurturing the well being of its citizens, their communities and environments and to help the citizens grow and reach for their physical, social, emotional, spiritual and leadership potentials.

December 21, 2018 Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download

To advertise e-mail info@whatsonpoco.ca

Happy Holidays to you and yours from all the team at

What’s On! Port Coquitlam the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play) While the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more information, please call 604341-0241.

To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www.operationrednosetricities. com December 22, 2018 Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play) While the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more information, please call 604341-0241.

To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www.operationrednosetricities. com

December 24, 2018 Christmas Eve CHRISTMAS EVE DAY SKATES 11am-12:30pm and 12:45-2pm PoCo Rec Complex, 2150 Wilson Ave Thess skates are regular admission. For more skating and drop-in hockey info, visit portcoquitlam.ca/publicskate.

December 25, 2018 Christmas Day Breakfast With Santa 9:30-11am Wilson Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave Breakfast with Santa entertains guests of all ages.

The magical Christmas experience includes a superb breakfast followed by a visit with Santa and entertainment for the kids. Breakfast served promptly at 9:30am! $10 a person December 26, 2018 Boxing Day December 31, 2018 New Years Eve

What’s On! • www.whatsonportcoquitlam.ca

NEW YEAR’S EVE DAY SKATES 12:30-2pm and 2:15-3:45pm PoCo Rec Complex, 2150 Wilson Ave Thess skates are regular admission. For more skating and drop-in hockey info, visit portcoquitlam.ca/publicskate.

Operation Red Nose 9pm-3am If you need a safe ride home this Holiday Season, download the Operation Red Nose app now! (available on the app store and google play) While the service is technically free, donations are encouraged and go to KidSport to subsidize sport registration fees for low-income kids. For more information, please call 604-341-0241. To Volunteer, please send an email to: orn@telus.net or visit www. operationrednosetricities.com

ONGOING EVENTS ROTARY CLUB OF PORT COQUITLAM Thursday 4:15-5:30pm Wilson Seniors Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave

LINCOLN TOASTMASTERS Tuesday [except the first Tuesday of the month] 7:30-9:30pm Hyde Creek Community Centre, 1379 Laurier Ave., Room #3 Guests are welcome to attend.

For more info: http://lincoln. toastmastersclubs.org/ POCO YOUTH CREW (PYC) Tuesday 4-5:30pm Leigh Square, 2253 Leigh Square Work with the Youth leadership team to create positive changes in the community.

Volunteer hours available.

Snacks provided.

HYDE AWAY YOUTH ACTIVITY CENTRE Mon-Thurs 5-9pm Hyde Creek, 1379 Laurier Ave. For $10, youth can purchase a Youth Access Card and take advantage of FREE recreational opportunities and discounts on registered programs.

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Members of Art Focus Artists' Association are creating a 46-foot mural to embellish and bring cheer to the Tri-Cities Community Dialysis Center (RCH) in Coquitlam.

The otherwise drab and empty walls will be transformed with a bright and cheerful landscape of mountains, cherry trees, ďŹ&#x201A;owers, animals, birds etc. The project leader, Nickey Bayne, has tirelessly organized and planned this enormous work. She and fellow artists have worked on it from early May and throughout the summer. The mural will be installed at the clinic this fall.

ART FOCUS ARTISTS' ASSOCIATION is pleased to host a Demo by professional artist Eileen Harder on November 28th , 7-9 pm, at The Outlet, in the Leigh Square Arts Village, downtown Port Coquitlam. Art Focus Demos are free and all members of the public are welcome.

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WHEN ACTION MEETS COMPASSION, LIVES CHANGE

Contact us at volunteer@redcross.ca or toll-free at 1-844-818-2155 to learn more.

,1+0 6*' %#0#&+#0 4'&ɤ%4155 VOLUNTEER TEAM NOW Volunteering with the Red Cross is a wonderful way to give back to your community, meet people with similar values, and build new skills and experiences.

Red Cross provides full training for all roles.

redcross.ca/volunteer What’s On! • www.whatsonportcoquitlam.ca

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WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COOKING? (Grades 6-8)

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening in Youth Services this November & December!

Make delicious dishes while learning cooking skills and kitchen safety. With a focus on healthy eating, the different recipes will be created each class. Note: class postponed on October 17th.

Course Code: 30281 Date(s): November 7-28 Day(s): Wednesday Where: Hyde Creek Rec. Centre Time: 3:30-5:00pm Cost: $48.00/$43.00 with Youth Access Card

BABYSITTER INTENSIVE TRAINING (10-15 YRS) Learn the business of babysitting, caring for babies and toddlers, risk management, emergencies, feeding, sleeping, games, problem VROYLQJ DQG FRPPXQLFDWLRQ &HUWLĂ&#x20AC; FDWLRQ DIWHU WKH ZULWWHQ WHVW 6HH â&#x20AC;&#x153;Babysitter Pro-D-Day Campsâ&#x20AC;? for additional dates.

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HOME ALONE (10-13 YRS) This November & December the City RI 3RUW &RTXLWODP¡V <RXWK 6HUYLFHV department invites YOU to participate in festive intergenerational events, skills-based training and volunteer opportunities.

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Holiday Turkey Dinner (All Ages Welcome) Course Code: 30277 Register for the turkey dinner and enjoy a delicious meal with all the Ă&#x20AC; [LQJV ,I \RX DUH DEOH SOHDVH EULQJ QRQ SHULVKDEOH IRRG LWHPV IRU WKH 6+$5( )RRG %DQN )LQDQFLDO VXSSRUW DYDLODEOH LI \RX FDQQRW afford the associated meal charge. &RQWDFW &KULV (DVWPDQ HDVWPDQF#SRUWFRTXLWODP FD RU Date: December 14, 2018 'D\ )ULGD\ Where: Hyde Creek Rec. Centre Time: 6-8pm Cost: Youth: $3 / Adults $5

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Delightful Children’s Books are Perfect for Gift Giving and Holiday Season Reading reviews written by Jennifer Pownall Where is Baby’s Dreidel? is a sweet, lift-the-flap board book just right for introducing infants and toddlers to Hanukkah.

Karen Katz has written a simple, yet distinctive, holiday story that sends Baby on a journey to find a cherished toy. As the search goes on, other icons of the Festival of Lights are discovered, giving caregivers a perfect opportunity to expand the narrative about this important celebration. Bright colours and patterns are cleverly used in the illustrations, and the sturdy flaps ensure exploration and enjoyment are tucked into every page. Curious minds will want to hold onto this book for all eight days.

Portable North Pole’s Christmas countdown book, Twenty-four Sleeps Until Santa, is a beautifully deigned, quirky read, certain to resonate with kids. With a unique page designed to allow its owner to record their personal information and attach a special photograph, this book will double as a precious keepsake.

The playful text and creative pictures are woven together as children are asked to find Santa’s lost keys on each page. Stardust-catching elves and lichen-eating reindeer are just a couple of the creative elements readers will delight in each day,

as they discover a little more about the magic of the North Pole.

The “My First Holiday” series by Karen Katz is a superb collection of stories that investigates the traditions and histories of several celebrations, including Chinese New Year, Kwanzaa, and Ramadan. These books serve as a beautiful gateway into culture for young readers. The respectful explanations of customs and thoughtful presentation of spiritual practices make these picture books a treasure trove of information and inspiration. With lively art that captures the spirit of each holiday, children will especially be drawn to the beautiful traditional garments depicted in each story. Likewise, the introduction of words and phrases in other languages will intrigue kids, leaving them with a desire to experience and learn more about different backgrounds. Food, art, music, prayer, gifts, and heritage are all explored in these texts in a way that is accessible and memorable.

From the importance of certain colours to the symbolism of flowers, from gift-giving to feastmaking, from sacred texts to connection with the lunar cycle, there is a piece of what brings people together on every page.

All books can be purchased at Western Sky Books: www.westernskybooks.com

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How to prepare for your home’s photo shoot Whole house

• Have all light bulbs the same temperature, all INCANDESCENT or COMPACT FLUORESCENT • All TV’s, and computer screens turned off • Open all blinds and window coverings to let in natural light. Or, if blinds are open, have them all hanging at the same height • Turn ceiling fans off • Remove/hide garbage cans • All footwear and jackets in closet • Turn on all lights before photographer arrives, this includes lamps, ceiling fixtures and any lights in furniture cabinets • Clean floors • Clean windows • De-clutter • Remove any seasonal decorations • Remove Kleenex boxes

Kitchens

• Countertops cleared off as much as possible, less is always best • Remove dishes from sink, put in dishwasher • Remove all fridge magnets, papers, photos etc • No tea towels, unless brand new • Clear off top of refrigerator • No floor mats • Unplug and hide cords from any countertop appliances • Remove any pet dishes • Make sure all chairs and or stools are pushed in, and space apart evenly, remove some chairs if there is more than 4 • Remove child booster seats, high chairs

Living Room/Family Room

• Fluff and arrange all pillows on couch • Put away any toys • Only one blanket on couch • Remove any signs of pets, dog beds, toys • Remove personal photos of family, replace with landscape/object photographs • Remove any clutter • Clear off coffee table • De-clutter fireplace mantle/hearth, no more than 4 items, including art • Remove stacks of magazines, mail, papers

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Bedrooms

• Make beds, flatten any wrinkles on blankets, fluff and straighten pillows • Clear off night stand tables • No waste paper baskets • Remove any phone/tablet charging cables • Remove any clutter on top of dressers • No family photos • Clean under beds, remove anything that may show in pictures • Remove any personalized names from walls • Remove wall stickers/posters • Remove diaper genies

Bathrooms

• Nothing on countertops • No toiletries • Remove all shower/bathtub products, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, face clothes • Clean mirrors • Toilet seats down • Hang fresh clean towels, folded 3 ways • Remove any floors mats

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• Front yard, no cars in driveway or front of house • Close garage doors • Tidy up yard • Remove empty planters • Remove any cobwebs from eaves and door frames • Remove or wrap up garden hose • Remove bikes, toys, sports equipment • Backyard, also tidy up any outside furniture • Pillows should not be faded • Clean pool, hide any pool cleaning supplies • Turn on any fountains, water features • Remove any garbage cans

Clean up after pets….especially if you have a big dog, those landmines will show up in pictures www.ultimateexposurephotography.com www.realestatephotographycanada.com 778-681-5818

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WHAT’S ON! PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS CALENDAR SUBMIT YOUR PORT COQUITLAM EVENTS TO INFO@WHATSONPOCO.CA. EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE PRINTED AND ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR (SEE: WWW.WHATSONPORTCOQUITLAM.CA), AND ALSO PROMOTED ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER. HYDE AWAY YOUTH ACTIVITY CENTRE Fri-Sat 5-10pm Hyde Creek, 1379 Laurier Ave. For $10, youth can purchase a Youth Access Card and take advantage of FREE recreational opportunities and discounts on registered programs.

MUSIC BINGO - ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Fridays 1–3pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133, 2675 Shaughnessy St Our Saturday Bingo is an Open House Event. The first game begins at 1 pm and the event consists of 10 games.

The winner of each game wins a steak, and the final game offers you a chance to win a $25 Safeway Gift Certificate when won within a limited numbers of balls.

DROP-IN-DARTS - ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Monday 7:30-10pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133, 2675 Shaughnessy S Description: Have fun at our weekly drop in Darts! Please Note: No drop-in darts on Statutory Holidays.

CRIB - ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Wednesday 7-10pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133 New comers welcome bring a partner. or we can find you one.

Come join us for a fun evening of crib!

Branch 133 Have fun at our weekly drop in poker! Please Note: No dropin darts on Statutory Holidays MEAT DRAW - ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Tuesday, Friday 4-5:30pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133, 2675 Shaughnessy St Enter our Meat Draw event every Tuesday and Friday!

No Meat Draw on Statutory Holidays.

MEAT DRAW - ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Saturday 3:30-5:00pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133, 2675 Shaughnessy St 4 pkgs of meat to be won.

Draws happen every 1/2 hour for a total of 5 Draws SUPER MEAT DRAW ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Saturday 5:30-5:45pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133, 2675 Shaughnessy St This Super Draw is weekly meat draw extravaganza of the week - some examples are BBQ day of Steak and Ribs; Prime Roasts total value is $45 - $50 HYDE AWAY JAM NIGHT Monday 4-5:00pm Hyde Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Ave Do you play an instrument?

Do stand-up comedy? In a band? Come to the Hyde away youth centre Monday nights and show off your talent with stage lighting and food!

POCO YOUTH CREW (11-18 yrs) Tuesday 4-5:00pm Hyde Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Ave Work together to make positive change in your community while developing your leadership skills. Help create community and global legacy projects and get volunteer hours for graduation.

Snacks included. Contact 604927-7962 for additional info.

CROSSROADS HOSPICE SOCIETY MEAT DRAW Friday 3-6:00pm Arms Pub, 3261 Coast Meridian Rd Each Friday The Arms Pub in Port Coquitlam hosts a Meat Draw to help raise funds for Crossroads Hospice Society.

Please drop by and support this worthy cause.

For more information call 604-945-0606 or info@ crossroadshospice.org THE ROYAL PURPLE MEAT DRAW Thursday 4:30- 5:30pm Arms Pub, Prairie and Coast Meridian, PoCo. The Royal Purple Meat draw every Thursday at the Arms Pub HERITAGE DETECTIVES Tuesday 10am-12pm PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives Join our resident local historian Bryan Ness in a weekly exploration of different aspects of Port Coquitlam’s heritage and history!

CAROL HUBBARD MEMORIAL NATURAL HISTORY EXHIBIT Monday-Friday Museum Hours PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives This year we are partnering with PoCo Heritage Trees to bring you a special exhibit about Port Coquitlam’s roots!

Come by the museum to learn more about the many heritage trees all around you here in Port Coquitlam, and their importance to our community and environment.

SARAH AND MICHAEL EXPLORE PORT COQUITLAM Monday-Friday Museum Hours Port Coquitlam This collaborative children’s book is being sold to create bursaries to help fund high school students who are interested in pursuing postsecondary education in culture, heritage, or the arts.

Get your copy for $15 at the PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives!

WRITING AT THE BOOKSTORE Thursdays 2pm-5pm Western Sky Books Local writers are invited to spend time writing and developing their current projects. Bring your own mug, tea will be served. Hosted by Western Sky Books and TriCities Wordsmiths HERITAGE TREE FESTIVAL Sat., Nov 24 -Sun., Dec. 31 Various Locations Spot the decorated trees around the community and vote for your favourite to support PoCo Heritage. Info: pocoheritage.org

POKER - ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Wednesday 7-10pm Royal Canadian Legion

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EVERYONE Christmas Songs with the CUTIE Circle Saturday, Dec 15, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Spread some holiday cheer! Join the CUTIE circle and the library’s ukulele jam group as they sing and play Christmas carols. Everyone is welcome.

KIDS Storytime

LEGO® Club

Mondays, Nov 5 – Dec 10, 10:15 am – 10:45 am Wednesdays, Nov 7 – Dec 12, 10:15 am – 10:45 am Saturdays, Nov 10 and Dec 8, 11 am – 11:30 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes and more. Drop-in.

Wednesdays, Nov 14 and Dec 12, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm We have the LEGO®, you bring your imagination. Try out our KEVA® planks too!

Kids ages 5 to 10 come join us. Drop-in.

Babytime

Saturday, Dec 8, 2 pm – 3:30 pm Embark on a wild and crazy journey with Paddington as he tries to unmask the thief who stole a pop-up book from the antique shop. Will he be able to recover it and give it to his Aunt as a gift? Drop-in.

Fridays, Nov 2 – Dec 14, 10:15 am – 10:45 am Make language fun! Help your baby develop speech and language skills – enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories. Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies and caregivers. You can spend time after the program to meet and socialize. Drop-in.

Saturday Movie Matinee – Paddington 2

ADULTS

Dad Time, Library Time!

Saturday, Nov 17, 2 pm – 2:45 pm A fun drop-in program for all dads and male caregivers with little ones from 1 day to 5 years old. Join us for songs, stories, games and crafts with time after the program to hangout with other dads.

Ukulele Jam Tuesday, Nov 27, 7 pm – 8:30 pm All “uked” up and no place to jam? All levels of experience are welcome at our fun and relaxed ukulele circle. Drop-in.

Coffee Mug Book Club Speech and Language Drop-in Clinic Tuesday, Nov 6, 10 am – 11:30 am Drop in and talk with one of the Health Unit’s Speech-Language Pathologists for 5-10 minutes. Your child will receive a brief screening of his or her communications skills.

You will receive help for your child’s speech and language development. This clinic is for children who have not yet been referred.

First come, first served. Drop-in.

Wednesday, Nov 28 and Thursday, Dec 27, 7 pm – 8 pm Meet fellow book lovers and discuss a selected title. New members are welcome to join. Please attend a meeting to register.

TERRY FOX LIBRARY 2470 Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam | 604-927-7999

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Introducing TriCities Moms Group Who has had success with the Three-Day Potty Training routine? I think my toddler is going through a sleep regression phase - Has anyone experienced this before? Can anyone suggest a few good apps for managing family routines?

A sample of just a few of the many questions asked by members of the TriCities Moms Group.

Affectionately known by local moms as “the TCMG”, the TriCities Moms Group is a network of women raising their children in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody. The group’s main platform resides on Facebook, where members offer support and camaraderie in their daily interactions. Referred to as being “better than Google”, the nearly 8,000 members turn to the group for any number of answers to queries about situations both baby-related and not.

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collection of these items to distribute to families who express a short-term need. The idea is to give a hand up, not a handout to those who are struggling in the moment. Families are encouraged to source more FRQWLQXHG KHOS IURP ORFDO QRQ SURÀ W VHUYLFHV OLNH SHARE and the Food Bank.

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If you would like to contribute to the upcoming hamper collection by way of nonperishable items or monetary donation, or if you would like to connect with the group in a business-related manner please contact lead group organizers Heather Hooton and Stacey Gokool @ tri_citites_moms_group@hotmail.com.

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6th Annual PoCo Heritage Christmas Tree Festival November 24th to December 31st

Decorated trees will be located in businesses and public sites throughout the community including PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, City Hall, Terry Fox Library, Michael Wright Art Gallery and Hyde Creek Rec Centre.

Vote for your favourites@ www.pocoheritage.org/christmas-festival Join our Scavenger Hunt and follow our Christmas Tree updates on PoCo Heritage Facebook, Twitter and Instagram November 24th Santa photos by donation Christmas in Leigh Square-music, entertainment, crafts and Lighting of Leigh Square

PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives 150 - 2248 McAllister Ave Port Coquitlam BC V3C 2A5 604-927-8403| info@pocoheritage.org www.pocoheritage.org