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5th Annual PoCo Heritage Christmas Tree Festival Another fabulous event for the Annual PoCo Heritage Christmas Tree Festival! PoCo Heritage has successfully organised this popular annual event with businesses, community groups and non-profits throughout the City of Port Coquitlam decorating their trees for the residents to view and vote for their favourites! This is such an important event, bringing the community together. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all who participated and supported this family community event.

1st PoCo Scouts 4Cats Arts Studio Shaughnessy Amanda Todd Legacy Society Art Focus Artists’ Association Astoria Retirement Residence BC SPCA Port Coquitlam Brad West, City Councillor CDMF Performing Arts Fesitval Society City of Port Coquitlam Community Integration Services Society Con$ign-iT! Crossroads Hospice Daniel Le Chocolat Belge Downtown PoCo BIA Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop Forrest Marine Ltd Hyde Creek District Girl Guides Jim Pattison Subaru Jungle Jac’s MADD Canada Mayfair Terrace Retirement Residence Meadow Brook Cat Clinic Michael Thomas, School Trustee Mike Farnworth, MLA Mike Forrest, Councillor Nicola Lodge Northside Community Police Station Oxford Pharmacy & Medical Clinic Paris Orthotics / Sports Med Pharmasave Port Coquitlam PoCo Garden Club PoCo Genealogy PoCo Heritage Tree Initiative

PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives

PoCo Insurance Agencies Inc PoCo Minor Hockey Port Coquitlam Community Foundation Port Coquitlam Community Police Port Coquitlam Farmers Market (City Tire Ltd) Port Coquitlam Lions Club Port Coquitlam Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic RBC Royal Bank - Coast Meridian RBC Royal Bank - Fremont Village RBC Royal Bank - Shaughnessy Riverside Secondary School Multicultural Leadership Class Rotary Club of Port Coquitlam Centennial Sasha Independent Living Society Shaughnessy Veterinary Hospital Silver Chords Choir Soroptimist International of the Tri Cities St Catherine’s Anglican Church Stage 43 Theatrical Society TD Canada Trust Terry Fox Foundation Terry Fox Library TOPS Take Off Pounds Sensibly Tri-City Printing TriCity Mitsubishi Trinity United Church VELUX Canada Inc. Westcoast Family Centres & Avenues of Change Westcoast SCI Physiotherapy Western Sky Books What’s On! Port Coquitlam Wilson Centre Advisory Association

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Art Focus 29 City of Port Coquitlam 9 Crossroads Coffeehouse 31 Crossword 11 Events Calendar 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 25, 26, 28 Family to Family 27 Franchise Page 24 Health Tips from Strawberries and Sunshine 19 Horoscope - Georgia Nicols 16-17 I Am Someone 30 Kids Page 18 Library 20 Mayor’s Corner 21 Photo Page 4 PoCo Heritage Christmas Tree Festival 2 Puzzles Solutions 29 Recipe Page 22 Rotary Winter Blues Festival 32 Sudoku 21 Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce 7 What’s On! PoCo App 5

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COVER PHOTO 4Cats Arts Studio Marnie and Lisa Congratulations to 4 Cats Arts Studio as PoCo Biz Award Winner of Best Small Business 2017

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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. January 1, 2018 Happy New Year!

January 2, 2018 Council Meeting 7-8pm Port Coquitlam City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St. Watch the council meetings live on your computer or data-enabled device. Council meetings take place at 7 pm on the second and fourth Monday of every month – excluding statutory holidays, when they are moved to Tuesday, and the August break. See the agendas and minutes section for dates of upcoming meetings.

January 3, 2018 Art Focus Workshop 6:30-10:30pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Ave. Come enjoy visual art demonstrations.

Meetings 1st, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month between September and June.

Workroom January 4, 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. Drop in.

Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s community based 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 778-5549917

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January 5, 2018 Leigh Square Writers Group 6:30-8pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Description: This drop in group is dedicated to socialize and discuss writing projects and share feedback on your written work; scripts, poetry, novels, short stories, comics, and lyrics. You are encouraged to support the arts with a $20 annual membership.

January 6, 2018 5th Annual Christmas Tree Festival Wrap-up Party 1pm PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives, 2248 McAllister Ave. Join us as we hand out awards to our winning Tree Festival trees! All are welcome; light refreshments will be served.

FREE January 8, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Rhyme of the Times 10:30-11:30am PoCo Heritage Museum, 2248 McAllister Ave. Rhyme of the Times Join our guided reminiscing session for adults, and share your stories with the group.

Sensory Storytime 11:15-11:45 Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. This Storytime invites children with special needs and their caregivers to experience Storytime at the library. The room will offer soft lighting and a structured activity schedule.

Adaptive ways to tell stories will be used. Please register.

(No Storytime February 12)

January 9, 2018 Off The Grid 7-9pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Create “Instant Sonic Art.” Musicians perform, improvise and react spontaneously to other players and the overall sound that is produced. New musicians and listeners are welcome. Please call 604-7893456. (Alternate Tuesdays) January 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! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Art Focus Workshop 6:30-10:30pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Ave. Come enjoy visual art demonstrations.

Meetings 1st, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month between September and June.

Workroom January 11, 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. Drop in.

Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s community based 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 778-5549917

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 Smart Growth Committee 5-6pm Port Coquitlam City Hall 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.

Local Author and Winner of the Whistler Independent Book Award 7-8pm Western Sky Books, 2132- 2850 Shaughnessy Street Local Author and Winner of the Whistler Independent Book Award 2017 Farida Somjee. Farida will read from her award winning fiction work, Beggar’s Dance January 12, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Help your baby develop speech and language skills at Babytime! Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. Drop in.

Crossroads Coffeehouse 7-10:30PM The Gathering Place, 11002253 Leigh Square Featuring: THE LAWLESS FIRM Proceeds benefit the Crossroads Inlet Centre Hospice. $5 admission at the door.

Doors open at 7:00pm Open stage 7:30pm. Feature performer 9:00pm

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

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4Cats Shaughnessy is your studio for creating and spending quality time with your friends and family. It’s a place where people of all artistic levels can come together to create and play, inviting creativity into their lives.

Workshops, classes and parties are hosted in our lovely studio everyday and every night of the week. Our workshops include hand building clay, painting, collage, silk screening, printmaking, clay wheel, and watercolours.

Whether you’re looking to spend a weekend morning creating at the studio, an afternoon spending quality time with family (a no screen-time activity) or a creative, fun evening out with friends, we are your place for fun, laughter, and joy!

We want to ensure #artisforeverybody. You can attend a different workshop everyday at a price that fits anyones budget.

We even offer a #ShopChamber deal, all chamber members receive buy one get one free adult workshops!

Lisa Nadalin and Marnie Maule (604) 474-4228 shaughnessy@4cats.com www.4cats.com

TRI-CITIES CHAMBER

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS The Tri-Cities Young Professionals Program is a network of ambitious professionals that are 35 and younger. The program will work to create a vibrant and connected business community by providing opportunities to build, impact, and grow.

LEARN MORE

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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. January 13, 2018 Storytime 11-11:30am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Movie Night 6-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Please call the library for the session movie titles. Drop in.

January 15, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

January 16, 2018 Council Meeting 7-8pm Port Coquitlam City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St. Watch the council meetings live on your computer or data-enabled device. Council meetings take place at 7 pm on the second and fourth Monday of every month – excluding statutory holidays, when they are moved to Tuesday, and the August break. See the agendas and minutes section for dates of upcoming meetings.

Heritage Writers’ Group 10:30am-12pm Heritage at Leigh Square, 1502248 McAllister Ave. Start capturing your life story for family and posterity! No preparation required; just bring a pen and paper or your laptop.

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!

Sensory Storytime 11:15-11:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. This Storytime invites children with special needs and their caregivers to experience Storytime at the library. The room will offer soft lighting and a structured activity schedule.

Adaptive ways to tell stories will be used. Please register.

(No Storytime February 12)

January 17, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Adult Colouring Book 2-3pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Colouring is not just for kids anymore! Chill out and colour.

We’ll provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments. Drop in.

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Transportation solutions & public works committee 4-6pm Port Coquitlam City Hall Responsible for matters related to flood control, local improvement programs, road improvements, sewer and water services, traffic safety, transportation, transit, solid waste and watercourse stewardship.

Friends of the 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!

January 18, 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. Drop in.

Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s community based 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 778-5549917 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 Healthy Community Committee Meeting 4-5pm #200 - 2253 Leigh Square 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.

January 19, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help your baby develop speech and language skills at Babytime! Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. Drop in.

Understanding Arthritis 1-3pm Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex Description: Knowledge is power when you get a better understanding of how your arthritis really affects your body, and how you can become a better at selfmanagement to make your life easier. Talk brought to you by The Arthritis Society of BC. Adult Learner Book Club 2:30-3:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Make new friends, read interesting books and practice English in a fun environment.

Adults upgrading their reading skills or learning English are welcome to join. The books discussed vary from ELSA level 2 to 5 according to the reading levels and interests of the group.

Open Mic Night - The Youth Music Project 6-8pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village, 2253 Leigh Square Music for youth, by youth!

Listen to local performers, meet new musicians, jam or preform open mic. The YMP is supported by the Friends of Leigh Square Society. FREE

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.

Family Day Fun!

Stay Active While We Rebuild!

POCO REC COMPLEX & TERRY FOX LIBRARY ARE

Join us on February 12 for Family Day Fun! POCO REC COMPLEX 1 - 5 PM

SKATING AND ARENA SPORTS

• Family Day Skate - 1:30-3 pm & 3:15-4:45 pm • Shinny Hockey - 11;45 am - 1 pm • Ring, Stick & Puck - 1: 15-2:45 pm (4-12yrs) 3-4:30 pm (13-18yrs)

Two arenas are open for public skating, lessons and all our regular arena sports. portcoquitlam.ca/skating

HYDE CREEK REC CENTRE 1 - 5 PM Family Day Swim Enjoy our lap and leisure pools, river run, whirlpool, water slide and more! portcoquitlam/familyday

Join the Royal Party!

Apply to be in the May Day Royal Party One of the oldest May Day traditions.

Applications and eligibility criteria are available online at portcoqutilam.ca/mayday.

What you get to do Represent your city in the May Day Parade & perform at Opening Ceremonies.

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Register for fitness programs for all levels and drop-in programs (BINGO, cards, snooker, table tennis and more) portcoquitlam.ca/seniors Register at experienceit.ca

Get Yours!

The 2018 calendar and waste-sorting guide is now available at city facilities.

2018 Waste Sorting & Sevices Guide The 2018 easy-to-use Sort it Right FlipGuide is filled with information about the city’s waste services and how to sort waste properly. portcoquitlam.ca/wasteline

Help keep our sidewalks safe

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May 4 - Opening Ceremony May 12 - Rotary Parade May 12 - Leigh Square Block Party Info at - portcoquitlam.ca/maydays

Did you know that City bylaws require all residents and businesses to clear the public sidewalks along their property after a snowfall? This is important to ensure all pedestrians can get to their destination safely. Be a Good Neighbour this winter and help others who have physical difficulty shoveling their sidewalks. portcoquitlam.ca/snow

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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. Leigh Square Writers Group 6:30-8pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Description: This drop in group is dedicated to socialize and discuss writing projects and share feedback on your written work; scripts, poetry, novels, short stories, comics, and lyrics. You are encouraged to support the arts with a $20 annual membership.

January 20, 2018 Open House - PoCo Village Learning Centre 9:30am-4pm PoCo Village Early Learning Centre Ltd., 2879 Shaughnessy St. We will be having an Open House on January 20th from 9:30-4pm. Free door prizes.

Free Registration on the day.

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 from 1 day to 5 years old. Songs, stories, games and crafts with time after the program to socialize and hangout with other dads.

Join us for some Saturday afternoon fun! Drop in.

January 22, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Sensory Storytime 11:15-11:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. This Storytime invites children with special needs and their caregivers to experience Storytime at the library. The room will offer soft lighting and

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a structured activity schedule.

Adaptive ways to tell stories will be used. Please register.

(No Storytime February 12) Adult Colouring Book 2-3pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Colouring is not just for kids anymore! Chill out and colour.

We’ll provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments. Drop in.

Paws for Stories 3:15-4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Dogs make very supportive listeners! A therapy dog and volunteer will listen to children who want to practice reading aloud. This program will run in 10 minute sessions and is open to kids in Grades 1 and up.

Movie Night 6-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Please call the library for the session movie titles.

Drop in.

January 23, 2018 Speech and Language DropIn 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 first-come, first-served. Drop-in.

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

Children in Kindergarten to Grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

This is a great way to improve reading skills in a safe, fun and friendly environment.

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

Off The Grid 7-9pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Create “Instant Sonic Art.” Musicians perform, improvise and react spontaneously to other players and the overall sound that is produced. New musicians and listeners are welcome. Please call 604-7893456. (Alternate Tuesdays) Poetry Readings and Inaugural Tri-Cities Poetry Slam nights 7-9pm Western Sky Books, 2132- 2850 Shaughnessy St. Poetry Readings and Inaugural Tri-Cities Poetry Slam nights ****Note : these dates to be confirmed**** January 24, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Art Focus Workshop 6:30-10:30pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Ave. Come enjoy visual art demonstrations. Meetings 1st, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month between September and June. Workroom

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

Drop in.

January 25, 2018 Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s community based 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 January 26, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help your baby develop speech and language skills at Babytime! Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. Drop in.

Family Literacy Day - Family Fort Night 5:30-7pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Come to the library after hours for fort building and reading by flashlight! Snacks and fort materials provided.

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

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Across 6 Trailblazer, trendsetter (7) 7 Sacked, given P45 (5) 9 Wooden shoe (4) 10 Measuring rod, inept person (8) 11 Belongs to a club (6) 13 Jab, prod (4) 15 Cat (informal) (4) 16 Glace, sour, Morello (6) 18 Valve in the loo cistern (8) 21 Did not tell the truth (4) 22 Oozy goo! (5) 23 High military rank (7)

Down 1 Undulating landscape (5) 2 Chortle, titter (8) 3 Imprisoned, incarcerated (4) 4 Perfect, spanking-new (4) 5 Toasted fruit-bun (7) 8 Thinly dispersed (6) 12 Call forward with a gesture (6) 13 Adjacent lines indefinitely equidistant are said to be ________ (8) 14 Responsive to medical treatment (7) 17 Turkish meat dish cooked on a skewer (5) 19 Floppy (4) 20 Part of the underside of a boat used for stability (4)

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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. Crossroads Coffeehouse 7-10:30pm The Gathering Place, 11002253 Leigh Square Featuring: JES Proceeds benefit the Crossroads Inlet Centre Hospice. $5 admission at the door.

Doors open at 7:00pm Open stage 7:30pm. Feature performer 9:00pm January 29, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Sensory Storytime 11:15-11:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. This Storytime invites children with special needs and their caregivers to experience Storytime at the library. The room will offer soft lighting and a structured activity schedule.

Adaptive ways to tell stories will be used. Please register.

(No Storytime February 12) Adult Colouring Book 2-3pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Colouring is not just for kids anymore! Chill out and colour.

We’ll provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments.

Drop in.

Paws for Stories 3:15-4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Dogs make very supportive listeners! A therapy dog and volunteer will listen to children who want to practice reading aloud. This program will run in 10 minute sessions and is open to kids in Grades 1 and up.

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Movie Night 6-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Please call the library for the session movie titles. Drop in.

January 30, 2018 Terrific Tuesdays 10-11:30am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Have some fun at the library and make your Tuesday terrific! Join library staff on the last Tuesday of each month for songs, stories, crafts and other fun activities. This drop in program is for teens and adults with developmental challenges and their caregivers.

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

This is a great way to improve reading skills in a safe, fun and friendly environment.

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

Council Meeting 7-8pm Port Coquitlam City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St. Watch the council meetings live on your computer or data-enabled device. Council meetings take place at 7 pm on the second and fourth Monday of every month – excluding

statutory holidays, when they are moved to Tuesday, and the August break. See the agendas and minutes section for dates of upcoming meetings.

January 31, 2018 Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

February 1, 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. Drop in.

Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s community based 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 778-5549917 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

Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help your baby develop speech and language skills at Babytime! Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. Drop in.

Leigh Square Writers Group 6:30-8pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Description: This drop in group is dedicated to socialize and discuss writing projects and share feedback on your written work; scripts, poetry, novels, short stories, comics, and lyrics. You are encouraged to support the arts with a $20 annual membership.

February 3, 2018 Tri-City Wordsmiths 2-4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Increase your knowledge and skill in the literary arts with the Tri-City Wordsmiths. Contact the library for monthly topics.

February 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! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Rhyme of the Times 10:30-11:30am PoCo Heritage Museum, 2248 McAllister Ave. Rhyme of the Times Join our guided reminiscing session for adults, and share your stories with the group.

February 2, 2018 Groundhog Day

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Paws for Stories 3:15-4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Dogs make very supportive listeners! A therapy dog and volunteer will listen to children who want to practice reading aloud. This program will run in 10 minute sessions and is open to kids in Grades 1 and up.

Movie Night 6-8pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Please call the library for the session movie titles. Drop in.

February 6, 2018 Reading Buddies 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Children in Kindergarten to Grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

This is a great way to improve reading skills in a safe, fun and friendly environment.

Reading Buddies – Teen Volunteers 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help kids read! Get a reference,

Off The Grid 7-9pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Create “Instant Sonic Art.” Musicians perform, improvise and react spontaneously to other players and the overall sound that is produced. New musicians and listeners are welcome. Please call 604-7893456. (Alternate Tuesdays) February 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! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

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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 Smart Growth Committee 5-6pm Port Coquitlam City Hall 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.

Managing Chronic Pain 1-3pm Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex A companion to the Understanding Arthritis Talk, here you will learn how to take an active role in managing your own chronic pain through methods that help to put YOU in the driver’s seat. Talk brought to you by The Arthritis Society of BC.

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February 8, 2018 English Practice Group 10:30am-12pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Drop in to practice English in a friendly, social situation.

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Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s community based 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 778-5549917

February 9, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help your baby develop speech and language skills at Babytime! Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. Drop in.

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Sensory Storytime 11:15-11:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. This Storytime invites children with special needs and their caregivers to experience Storytime at the library. The room will offer soft lighting and a structured activity schedule.

Adaptive ways to tell stories will be used. Please register.

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Doors open at 7:00pm Open stage 7:30pm Feature performer 9:00pm February 10, 2018 Storytime 11-11:30am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

February 12, 2018 Family Day Family Fun Day Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex Shinny Hockey 11:45am-1pm Ring, Stick & Puck 1:15-2:45pm (4-12 yrs) 3-4:30pm (13-18 yrs) Family Day Skate 1:30-3pm & 3:15-4:45pm Join us Family Day for fun on the ice! Hockey programs: CSA approved hockey helmet and hockey gloves mandatory.

Children 18 and under require full face cage. Gloves and sticks supplied by participants, helmet and skate rentals available.

Family Day Swim 1-5pm Hyde Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Ave. Enjoy our lap and leisure pools, river run, whirlpool, waterslide and more!

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February 13, 2018 Reading Buddies 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Children in Kindergarten to Grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

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

Council Meeting 7-8pm Port Coquitlam City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St. Watch the council meetings live on your computer or data-enabled device. Council meetings take place at 7pm on the second and fourth Monday of every month – excluding statutory holidays, when they are moved to Tuesday, and the August break. See the agendas and minutes section for dates of upcoming meetings.

February 14, 2018 Happy Valentine’s Day! Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

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Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s community based 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 778-5549917 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 Healthy Community Committee Meeting 4-5pm #200 - 2253 Leigh Square 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.

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February 16, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help your baby develop speech and language skills at Babytime! Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. Drop in.

Adult Learner Book Club 2:30-3:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Make new friends, read interesting books and practice English in a fun environment.

Adults upgrading their reading skills or learning English are welcome to join. The books discussed vary from ELSA level 2 to 5 according to the reading levels and interests of the group.

Open Mic Night - The Youth Music Project 6-8pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music for youth, by youth!

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The year 2018 looks so bright, you’re gonna need shades! Expect accolades, a promotion, kudos, scholarships and a chance to realize cherished dreams!

It’s your turn to take a bow and acknowledge that you worked hard for what you are about to receive. You will easily get money from other sources this year. It’s the perfect year to go for a mortgage or a loan. Many will receive an inheritance. You will also benefit from the increased wealth of your partner. Break out the bubbly!

This is a definitive year for your sign! For the first time since 2003, you’re going to take your power! This is because you will finally get credit for your work and start to take your goals seriously. However, this attention to you might change the balance in existing relationships. Plus Saturn will be opposite your sign for the first time since 1989-90. Your partner might be threatened by the “new you.” On top of this, for the first time in over a decade, Jupiter will attract romance, vacations and love affairs plus pleasure and a busy social life! Oh my! So much going on!

Taurus (April 20-May 20) It’s important to know you have a career peak in 2021.

The degree to which you’re ready to prepare for this time ahead will determine how successful you will then. Start to get performance ready! Get further schooling or training that will benefit your work or help you in your job. Travel will polish you with worldly smarts. Meanwhile, your best good fortune this year is with all your relationships -- business partners, spouses, close friends, even the general public. This year lucky Jupiter will travel through your House of Partnerships making this the best best year to get married in over a decade!

Gemini (May 21-June 20) You are the most articulate, clever, quick-witted sign in the zodiac. (This must be true; I read it in my book.) In 2016-17, you made improvements to real-estate, family and home. In 2018, your great opportunity will be to get a better job or improve your job. This wonderful blessing will not return again until 2030. Aim to get a promotion where you work! Negotiate for what you want. Find a job description that suits you better or demand better working conditions. Or you can leave after, of course, you find that better job that is waiting for you. This same planetary blessing will boost your health this year as well!

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Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Lucky, moneybags Jupiter will attract good fortune to your home, family and private life. Relations with family members will be warmer and more mutually generous.

This is a fantastic year for real-estate speculation or a chance to buy, sell or rent something bigger and better.

You can improve your home through renovations or exciting purchases! This theme of expansion is so strong – your family might expand through marriage, birth or adoption. Some of you will improve your home by buying beautiful things that make you feel richer.

Whatever the case, this is a fantastic year for home, family and real estate for Leos – the best in over a decade!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) This year, you are more hopeful about your future. You will be less inclined to sell yourself short; and more inclined to think “I can do that!” This confidence and optimism will be enhanced by an ability to be more articulate in your communications. Your relationships will improve because you will be more positive, upbeat, optimistic, generous plus more intelligent and aware!

You will want to educate yourself. Many of you will travel more. This means you are the reason for your success this year. You are the magic! These qualities will be stronger than they’ve been in over a decade.

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Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Oh my! This year is fun-loving, romantic and daring!

And you can boost your earnings! Expect to get a raise, make money on the side or get a better paying job.

You might make more money with work-related travel or dealing with foreign countries or perhaps in the entertainment world or sports. Meanwhile, romance is hot and promising! Someone will just blow into your life! You might meet this person on a vacation, or through the entertainment world, the hospitality industry or through children. Existing relationships will also get a new zest for life! Be open to whatever comes to you. Welcome new relationships!

This is one of the few years in your adult life when lucky Jupiter is at the top of your chart. The last time this happened was in 2006; and the next time will be in 2029-30. This blessing comes along only once every 12 years, so make the most of it! Jupiter will give you opportunities to move ahead in your profession. People will admire you! It’s a time of kudos, acknowledgements and promotions! While fortune smiles on you, heed your urge to downsize by going through closets and cupboards to get rid of what you don’t need. Just do it. Time to lighten your load!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Marvelous news! Lucky Jupiter is in your sign to stay until Nov. 2018. This is a huge blessing and will not return until 2029-30. (It occurs only four or five times in your adult life.) You will be more content. Your life will flow more easily. You will increase your sphere of influence and power. Opportunities in medicine, the law, higher education, publishing and the media will materialize. Meanwhile, in the next two to three years, expect a job change or residential move or both. Start planning for this so that you are not caught off guard.

This year you are blessed!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) This year you will shape things and guide your efforts to prepare for what is to come. Organize your finances.

Jupiter, the planet of wisdom and religion, will travel through your 12th house, which embraces hidden values and spirituality. This means that in the coming year, you will learn a great deal about your inner self.

Around 2008, you were on top of your game and had a chance to make a name for yourself plus boost your earnings. Take note that by the end of this year, great opportunities will return again to your sign because your ruler Jupiter will enter Sagittarius in November.

Get ready!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) This year you’re in a position to call the shots. You will see what is not working – but you are also in a position to maximize the opportunities available to you. Do not take this for granted. Even though you have lots of responsibilities now, you have opportunities! You should know that more than other sign, when you believe in your dreams – you can manifest them. It’s almost magical. This year, you have the best chance in over a decade to travel and explore opportunities in education, medicine, the law, publishing and the media. In 2019, your reputation will shine! For the next few years, you have the power to change your life and become more successful.

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Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) This is an important year because your ruler Saturn now enters your sign for the first time in 30 years.

The last time Saturn was in Capricorn was from Feb. 1988 to Feb. 1991. (And before that 1959-1960) This is significant because these dates mark the times when you left much behind and moved forward to something new. And this is what is happening once again. You will begin a new journey to re-invent yourself. Your popularity will increase this year – definitely. But more than that, your interactions with others will benefit you.

Therefore, be friendly! Be helpful. What you give, you will get back multiplied!

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I usually hear people talking about two things in the office at the start of the year – 1) the resolutions they have and 2) how they want to get rid of stuff and be more organised this year. While I don’t believe in resolutions, I do believe it is important to know what you want and have goals to work towards getting there.

As a chiropractor my job is to support people in their health through the musclo-skeletal- nervous system.

Now you might ask what do any of these things have to do with each other? . Well the biggest contributing factor to us being unhealthy is stress…chemical, physical, emotional stress. While I don’t believe it is possible to eliminate all our stressors (my life would be boring without chocolate), I do think it’s possible to lessen our stress and the effect it has on our bodies.

As a busy Mom and business owner I often find myself saying…once everyone else is ok, then I’ll do something for myself. But you see the trouble with that is by the time I’m finished taking care of them, there is no time left for me. There is a reason that on the airplane they tell us to put our own masks on first before assisting someone else. Because if I am passed out, how can I possibly help anyone else? The same is true for our health. If I am not functioning, how can I possibly take care of anyone else?

Here are a few tips 1. Support your immune system - get adjusted, use supplements (consult with a Naturopath to find out what your body actually needs), and get 8 hrs of sleep 2. Support digestion – do a cleanse, eat fiber, sit to eat (mindful eating), limit sugar (this also supports our immune system) 3. Sleep – limit phones/electronics before bed. Getting a 8 hours of sleep a night supports our immune system and many other vital functions, this is our bodies healing time 4. Take a breath – meditate, take a bath…do something just for yourself that allows you time to breathe, even if its only for 5 mins And if all that is too much, just start somewhere pick just 1 thing you are going to do for you, just for yourself, today. Make it a priority to do something for yourself, and don’t allow yourself to feel guilty about it.

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Dad Time, Library Time!

Saturdays, Jan 20 + Feb 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. Songs, stories, games, crafts, and time to hangout with other dads.

ADULTS & TEENS Movie Night

Mondays, Jan 15 – Feb 5, 6 pm – 8 pm Come laugh away the winter blues! We will be showing comedies to lighten your spirit.

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Mondays, Jan 15 – Feb 26, 2 pm – 3 pm (no program February 12) Come chill out and colour. We will provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments. Drop-in.

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Tuesdays, Jan 16 + Feb 20, 7 pm – 8 pm 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. Drop-in.

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Wednesdays, Jan 24 + Feb 28, 7 pm – 8:30 pm Meet fellow book lovers and discuss a selected title. New members are welcome to join. Please register.

Tri-City Wordsmiths

Saturday, February 3, 2 pm – 4:30 pm Increase your knowledge and skill in the literary arts with the Tri-City Wordsmiths.

Visit www.tri-citywordsmiths.ca for more information and monthly topics. Please contact the library to register.

Mindfulness Meditation – Meditation for Stress Management

Saturday, February 24, 2 pm – 3:30 pm Take home some of the tools and techniques of Self Compassion Healing Meditation to exercise your brain and to relax and rejuvenate. Dr. Suman Kollipara will discuss the Science of Stress and the Neuroscience of Meditation. Drop-in.

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A look back at the many accomplishments of 2017 and what is anticipated for 2018!

Reflecting on the past year, what were the biggest successes for the City of Port Coquitlam?

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UBCM Award – Disaster Recovery Planning for businesses; Groundbreaking - New 205,000 sqft recreation complex; Sun Valley spray park upgrades; Blakeburn Lagoon Park development; Starting Centennial Pool upgrades; Pitt River Rd/McLean Ave upgrades; Received Recommendations for Downtown Action Plan; New City website; Two-year Budget cycle; Investing $29M in city-wide road, sidewalk and utility upgrades; Canada 150 Celebrations; Adopted Zoning bylaw changes facilitating the craft liquor industry; Added 3 more police officers and 5 new firefighters in 2017, 2 more in 2018; Public consultation on tree policies and regulations; Amended Zoning bylaws to permit coach houses.

What can we expect from the City of PoCo in the New Year?

The following new projects have been approved or proposed for the 2018 budget.

• Funding over the next 4 years for the Community Recreation Complex construction; • Upgrades to Centennial Pool and extension of the Donald Avenue Pathway; • Rehabilitation of approximately 3.5 kilometres of road; • Replacement of approximately 3 kilometres of water, sanitary or storm infrastructure; • Additional $1.39 million for sidewalks and pedestrian safety improvements; • New active transportation projects and cycling improvements; • New traffic calming measures (e.g. speed bumps and curb bulges); • New funding for city bus shelters (from shelter advertising contract revenues); • Fox Park playground upgrades, including new facilities and ground surface; • Expanding Terry Fox Library hours to include all Sundays; • Hosting the 3rd Annual PoCo Grand Prix; • Municipal and school board election in 2018; • Developing a new community garden that will encourage participation by people of all ages; • Expanding of the Pianos on the Street program in 2018.

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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. February 17, 2018 Wilson Centre Healthy Living Fair 10am-2pm 2150 Wilson Ave. Explore the health and wellness opportunities in your community. In the past we have hosted over 50 health and wellness agencies and businesses.

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 from 1 day to 5 years old. Songs, stories, games and crafts with time after the program to socialize and hangout with other dads.

Join us for some Saturday afternoon fun! Drop in.

Comics with Kids (7-12yrs) 2-5pm Western Sky Books, 2132- 2850 Shaughnessy St. Create your own comics page with local writer and graphic novelist Sadiq Somjee.

Please register at 604-4177215. Limited to 6 children.

February 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! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Heritage Writers’ Group 10:30am-12pm Heritage at Leigh Square, 1502248 McAllister Ave. Start capturing your life story for family and posterity! No preparation required; just bring a pen and paper or your laptop.

Sensory Storytime 11:15-11:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. This Storytime invites children with special needs and their caregivers to experience Storytime at the library. The room will offer soft lighting and a structured activity schedule.

Adaptive ways to tell stories will be used. Please register.

No Storytime February 12) Adult Colouring Book 2-3pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Colouring is not just for kids anymore! Chill out and colour.

We’ll provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments. Drop in.

Paws for Stories 3:15-4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Dogs make very supportive listeners! A therapy dog and volunteer will listen to children who want to practice reading aloud. This program will run in 10 minute sessions and is open to kids in Grades 1 and up.

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!

February 20, 2018 Reading Buddies 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Children in Kindergarten to Grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

This is a great way to improve reading skills in a safe, fun and friendly environment.

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

Off The Grid 7-9pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Create “Instant Sonic Art.” Musicians perform, improvise and react spontaneously to other players and the overall sound that is produced. New musicians and listeners are welcome. Please call 604-7893456. (Alternate Tuesdays) 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.

February 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! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Transportation Solutions & Public Works Committee 4-6pm Port Coquitlam City Hall Responsible for matters related to flood control, local improvement programs, road improvements, sewer and water services, traffic safety, transportation, transit, solid waste and watercourse stewardship.

February 22, 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. Drop in.

Felice Woman’s Choir 10:30am-12:30pm Leigh Square Community Arts Village Music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim’s community based 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 778-5549917 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 February 23, 2018 Babytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Help your baby develop speech and language skills at Babytime! Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. Drop in.

Pro-D Day: Movie Matinee 11:30am-12:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Looking for something to do on Pro-D Day? Come to the library for a movie matinee. Call the library to find out what we’re showing. Drop-in.

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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. Crossroads Coffeehouse 7-10:30pm The Gathering Place, 11002253 Leigh Square Featuring: SECOND WIND Proceeds benefit the Crossroads Inlet Centre Hospice. $5 admission at the door.

Doors open at 7:00pm Open stage 7:30pm Feature performer 9:00pm February 24, 2018 Mindfulness Meditation - Meditation for Stress Management 2-3:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. We all know how important physical exercise is for wellbeing. How about exercise for the mind? Dr. Suman Kollipara will discuss the Science of Stress and the Neuroscience of Meditation. Take home some of the tools and techniques of Self compassion Healing Meditation. Exercise your brain, relax, and rejuvenate.

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February 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! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Sensory Storytime 11:15-11:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. This Storytime invites children with special needs and their caregivers to experience Storytime at the library. The room will offer soft lighting and a structured activity schedule.

Adaptive ways to tell stories will be used. Please register.

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Adult Colouring Book 2-3pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd Colouring is not just for kids anymore! Chill out and colour.

We’ll provide the colouring pages, pencil crayons and refreshments. Drop in.

Paws for Stories 3:15-4:30pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Dogs make very supportive listeners! A therapy dog and volunteer will listen to children who want to practice reading aloud. This program will run in 10 minute sessions and is open to kids in Grades 1 and up.

February 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! Join library staff on the last Tuesday of each month for songs, stories, crafts and other fun activities. This drop in program is for teens and adults with developmental challenges and their caregivers.

Exercising Control over Arthritis 1-3pm Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex Motion is lotion! This session will teach you about the vital benefits of staying active to manage arthritis, maintain joint mobility, and options to keep you moving! Talk brought to you by The Arthritis Society of BC. Reading Buddies 4-4:45pm Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Children in Kindergarten to Grade 3 get extra reading practice with a teen volunteer.

This is a great way to improve reading skills in a safe, fun and friendly environment.

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

Poetry Readings and Inaugural Tri-Cities Poetry Slam nights 7-9pm Western Sky Books, 2132- 2850 Shaughnessy St. Poetry Readings and Inaugural Tri-Cities Poetry Slam nights ****Note : these dates to be confirmed**** 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.

Council Meeting 7-8pm Port Coquitlam City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy St. Watch the council meetings live on your computer or data-enabled device. Council meetings take place at 7 pm on the second and fourth Monday of every month – excluding statutory holidays, when they are moved to Tuesday, and the August break. See the agendas and minutes section for dates of upcoming meetings.

Storytime 10:15-10:45am Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Art Focus Workshop 6:30-10:30pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Ave. Come enjoy visual art demonstrations.

Meetings 1st, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month between September and June.

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

Drop in.

February 28, 2018 Pink Shirt Day Kindness Counts Breakfast 7:30-10:30am Hyde Creek Recreation Centre This pink themed, FREE breakfast is a call to action highlighting the importance of kindness and compassion and helps bring positive change to our community. Wear pink to show your support.

NOTE: Permission from parents and school representative is required to attend.

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Families Dealing With Mental Illness Family-to-Family Education An intensive 12-session course February 6 — April 24, 2018 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday evenings

New View Society Clubhouse 2050 MaryhIll Rd. Port Coquitlem

The course is taught by trained family members who themselves have ill relatives and many years’ experience dealing with the system. It will be of particular interest to families whose relatives have recently been diagnosed.

TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE • Symptoms of the Illnesses - bipolar, schizophrenia, clincal depression, anxiety • Medications and communication • Problem solving • Advice on working with the system • Looking after yourself as a caregiver OFFERED FREE OF CHARGE! Register Early! Class size is limited!

For information and to register call: Kathryn (604-926-0856) or Shalene (604-941-3222) www.northshoreschizophrenia.org/ education/ family-to-family-course/ Hosted by North Shore Schizophrenia Society in partnership with New View Society Funding provided by: Vancouver Foundation

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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.

ONGOING EVENTS FOR JANUARY & FERBUARY 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.

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.

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BINGO - ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Fridays 1pm – 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 7:30pm-10pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133, 2675 Shaughnessy S 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!

POKER - ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 133 Wednesday 7-10pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133 Have fun at our weekly drop in poker! Please Note: No drop in 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!

Please Note: No Meat Draw on Statutory Holidays.

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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 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 604-9277962 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 ART FOCUS GROUP Wednesday 6:30-10:30pm 1100 - 2253 McAllister Avenue Come enjoy visual art demonstrations.

Meetings 1st, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month between September and June.

Workroom POCO STORIES: SPORTS EXHIBIT Monday-Friday Museum Hours PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives Come by the museum to see our winter exhibit highlighting Port Coquitlam’s proud sports history.

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

Celebration is in the air for Art Focus Artists’ Association 25th Anniversary!

DID YOU KNOW? • The club was founded in November 1993, in response to an acknowledged need for a local art club that welcomed artists of all skill levels, from emerging to accomplished.

• The first meeting on November 13th held at Hazel Trembath School had an attendance of 47 people.

• The club immediately participated in exhibits in the Tri-Cities: o Artists' Gallery Walk at FACES Festival in Blue Mountain Park; o Innovations 1994 at Place des Arts; o Art Focus Exhibit in January at Place des Arts; o First Annual Art Focus Art Show in February 1995, at the Mabbett Room in Wilson Center.

• There have been Fall and Spring Annual Shows ever since and participation in community events.

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A Special 25th Anniversary Exhibit is slated for February, with a reception on February 2nd, from 7-9pm, in the Michael Wright Gallery at Leigh Square. The Exhibit will run until February 26th.

Art Focus holds three meetings a month, a workshop, a business meeting and on the 4th Wednesday, a Demo by a professional artist, which are free and open to all members of the public.

The next Demos are scheduled for: January 24th, will be led by Kira Solokavskaia, a pastel artist; February 28th, Art Focus will host acrylic artist Deb Chaney. *All Demos are held at The Outlet, in Leigh Square Arts Village from 7 -9pm.

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Ilet’sAM SOMEONE end bullying I AM SOMEONE was formed in 2012 by community leaders in Port Coquitlam following the tragic suicides of a number of local youth.

The I AM SOMEONE Ending Bullying Society (IAS), together with bc211, have partnered to offer youth with an innovative texting tool that links youth with the resources they need, how and when they want it. Youth experiencing issues with bullying may be scared and not know what to do. By sending an anonymous text message, they can access non-judgmental professional support, as well as options, information, and referrals to services in their community that can help.

About I AM SOMEONE’s Services Seven days a week from 8am to 11pm anyone can Text 211 throughout British Columbia. At the other end of the text message the professional support service bc211 has certified informational and referral specialists who provide non-judgmental support, information, referrals and crisis support.

Andrea Howorth, Executive Director of I AM SOMEONE comments, “Bullying can be hard to recognize. Youth can visit www.bullyingornot.ca to help determine if they are being bullied. We need to spread the word and create awareness about Text 211 for help. Our message needs to be in schools, community centres and we need to educate youth counsellors about this service. Together as a community we can work on ending bullying.”

About I AM SOMEONE’s Fundraising Recently, in partnership with Coquitlam Centre, IAS

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held their 4th Ultimate Online Auction. There were over 65 packages to bid on. With the help of many local business donating items and with great supportive sponsors such as Dominion Lending Centres, Tri-City News, Spin Key Media, Sandpiper Signs & Decals, Phoenix Truck and Crane and Quantum Properties, the auction raised over $12,500!

Upcoming fundraising events include: • Coquitlam Express Junior A Hockey Game on February 17th where IAS is the designated charity for the night. Volunteers will be on site handing out give away items and creating awareness about Text 211.

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February 28th is Pink Shirt Day. Look for IAS volunteers promoting this event that morning at Transit Stations in the Tri-Cities. Poco Youth Crew will be hosting a community breakfast and dinner on this day and the IAS team will be there! You can find event details at www. iamsomeone.ca

We are incredibly grateful for strategic community 3-year partnership with TELUS, our amazing Volunteer Board and friends of IAS who continue to volunteer their time to help make a difference in ending bullying!

Twitter: @IAS_Society Facebook: @iamsomeone Website: www.iamsomeone.ca For more information and how you can make a difference, please contact Executive Director, Andrea Howorth at andrea@iamsomeone.ca.

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Rotary Club of Port Coquitlam Centennial