(posted in order by date)
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March 12-14, 2010
Cat Fanciers of British Columbia "Leapin'
Leprechats"
Cloverdale Show Barn 6050A 176 Street, Surrey, BC
18 Ring back to back Championship and Household Pet Cat Show!
Cage Decorating Contest - lots of cakes for all!!!
Litter mate Contest - Cutest kitten litters!! Fun Fun!
Bring your kids, bring your family. Many Breeds of cats. Fluffy, skinny, wild and even some hairless!!!!!!
GET OFF THE COUCH & COME!
*Bring 2 canned goods or non perishable for the Surrey Food bank AND print
out the coupon on the website items and receive $1.00 off of an adult
admission!
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MARCH 12, 13, 2010
THIRD ANNUAL SOCIAL JUSTICE FILM FESTIVAL
@ TRINITY
UNITED CHURCH, Shaughnessy @ Prairie, Port Coquitlam
Friday Evening, March 12 7:00 p.m.
“The Lemon Tree” - This film embraces the very essence of life
in Israel and Palestine. It is based on a true story. The Israeli Minister
of Defense moves into a
home directly facing the lemon orchard of an Arab woman. A smile develops
between his wife and the Arab neighbour, and it is that smile that brings
hope
to the thousands of Israelis and Palestinians seeking a true and lasting
peace. Panel discussion afterwards.
Saturday, March 13 10:00 a.m.
“Rethinking Afghanistan” - Absolutely powerful presentation
that will make you rethink many aspects of this war--including the civilian
casualties, staggering economic cost,
danger of a destabilized Pakistan and the question of the assumption that
life will be improved for Afghan women.
“Taxi to the Dark Side” - this documentary carefully makes
the case that U.S. officials are implicitly encouraging torture, often
of innocent prisoners.
This film likes the situation we have today in Canada of accusations that
Canadians are complicit in the same thing.
1:00 p.m.
“Playing for Change” - Peace through music. How the power of
music can unite us all. An uplifting film telling how the “Playing
for Change” movement is influencing
people with music. It is a remarkable example of the simple transformation
power of music to touch something in each of us.
“Not a Game” - this films, produced by Vancouver’s Odd
Squad is an educational tool on the dangers of crystal meth, and sends
an appropriate message
for our most vulnerable and valuable resource, our children.
“Connecting the Drops” - This tells the story of the recent
KAIROS ecumenical delegation to the Alberta tar sands and
the effect of the tar sands on the environment and other implications.
“The Sacred Balance” - This film celebrates a new scientific
world-view, an inclusive vision of nature in which human beings are
intimately connected to all life processes on earth. David Suzuki narrates.
3:00 p.m.
“Belonging” - a film narrated by Dustin Hoffman. Beyond the
climate change debate, dozens of undisputed economic and environmental
issues
warrant our own immediate concern and action. Luckily SCIENCE and SPIRIT
now converge and they deliver a message of respect
and common sense that we can all apply to our daily lives.
“Poor No More” - narrated by Mary Walsh, TV star. This film
offers solutions to Canada’s poor. The film takes Canadians to a
world where people
do not have to beg, where housing is affordable and where education is
free. They take a journey to Ireland and Sweden to see how those countries
tackled poverty while strengthening their economics. They ask if other
countries can do this why can’t we?
Friday night -by donation. All day Saturday $10.00 or $2.00 for students or low income. $5.00 for half day
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Saturday, March 13, 7:30PM
Place des Arts Faculty Concert: The Emerald Isle Harp
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the music and lore of Ireland.
Through merry tunes, soulful songs and delightful dances,
harpist Rebecca Blair and guest flutist Judy Henry will take the audience
into the world of harp music, both old and new.
Tickets are now available by calling 604.664.1636 and are $13/Adults and
$11.50/Students & Seniors + GST.
Location: Place des Arts, 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam Contact
information: 604.664.1636
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Monday, March 15, 2010 , 7:00PM - 10:00PM
Marriage Can be Great, No, Really!
Marriage Seminar by Denis Boyd, R. Psychologist
Learn to enhance your marriage or future marriage in a FUN and RELAXED
setting.
It is never too late (or too early!) to get some practical tips on how
to relate more effectively with your spouse.
No group sharing required, individuals are also welcome to attend on their
own.
Topics: Attitude, Peace with the Past, Listening, Dating & Sense of
Humour, Forgiveness and more…
Pls. Call 604.931.7211 to save your seat! Only $30/person ($50/couple).
Individuals MUST pre-register/pre-pay at least one week before seminar
date.
location: Coquitlam
Visit: www.denisboyd.com
for more information.
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Free Emergency Preparedness Courses
Residents can sign up now for the next round of free community courses in March, including:
· Personal Family Preparedness – March
16
· Rapid Damage Assessment – March
18
· Basic Fire Suppression – March
23
· Light Urban Search and Rescue – March
25
CITY OF PORT COQUITLAM
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
"take our emergency preparedness courses and get prepared"
The tragic situation in Haiti has everyone thinking about major disasters.
Are you and your family prepared to survive on your own for
three days if an earthquake or other disaster strikes close to home?
The City of Port Coquitlam helps local residents get prepared for major emergencies – which could include a power outage, severe storm, flood or earthquake – with ongoing free community training courses, neighbourhood preparedness planning and online resources at www.portcoquitlam.ca/ep.
Personal preparedness is a key component of the City’s Emergency Preparedness program. The more individuals can take care of themselves for 72 hours after a major emergency, the more the City’s resources can be directed to restoring services.
All courses start at 7 p.m. and are offered at the #1 Fire Hall at 1725
Broadway Street.
The same courses will also be offered again in May, September and November.
Participants leave the classes with a new perspective and take-away materials
to help them on their preparedness journey. “This was an excellent
session; it really gives you a better understanding of what you need to
do,” one Personal Family Preparedness participant noted. Another
wrote: “I’m going straight home to finish off my emergency kit.
I have been motivated tonight!”
Participants also enjoy the hands-on components, such as going through
the demonstration house and using a fire extinguisher. “The practical
part of the course was very awesome and super fun,” wrote one Basic
Fire Suppression participant.
More information about the free courses is available at www.portcoquitlam.ca/ep. To register, call 604.927.5466.
Get Prepared – and Win!
Local residents have an even greater incentive to get prepared in 2010,
thanks to a contest in the 2010 Waste Collection Schedule and Calendar
of Community Events.
Residents who complete the 26 emergency preparedness tips listed throughout the calendar will be eligible to win a prize valued at $100 to assist them in their preparedness planning. Prizes will include an individual Starter Grab ’n Go bag or Pet Grab ’n Go bag with pet first aid kit. Contest details are at www.portcoquitlam.ca/ep.
Emergency preparedness tips and information – including a list of items to include in kits for your home, car and office – can be found at www.portcoquitlam.ca/ep.
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Friday March 26- 7PM
St. John 's Church Film Night- THIS DUST OF WORDS
A Moving Story; a Powerful Film- "This Dust Of Words"
This film is the true storu of Liz Wiltsee a brilliant , promising young
women whose decent into metal illness and homelessness brings her to
a rural community where the people of the parish and Liz learn what it
means to dwell beside each other struggling to know how to love.
Facilitator for the film will be Judy Graves- expert on issues of homelessness
for the city of Vancouver.All are welcome, no charge!
Email: stjohn7@telus.net Tel:: 604-936-7762
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March 27, 2010., 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm
SPRING SALSA PARTY 2010.
Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way Coquitlam
Complementary Salsa class & Salsa & Latin dance music
by Hot Salsa Dance Zone.
6:30 pm Doors Open
7:00 pm Complementary Salsa Class with Hot Salsa Dance Zone
8:00 pm Salsa Party with Merengue, Bachata & Cha-cha-cha
until 11:00 pm
Tickets $10.00 in Advanced $12.00 at the Door
Lots of Parking, Lots of fun, No Experience, No Partner needed, All Ages Welcome
Tickets and info (604) 725-4654 / (604) 808-2311
E-mail: Info@HotSalsaDanceZone.com
Website: www.HotSalsaDanceZone.com
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Saturday, May 1st, 2010, 11am - 3pm (admission: free)
Fingerling Festival Port Moody Ecological Society
Noons Creek Hatchery and Port Moody Rec. Centre, 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody
Help us release about 35,000 young chum salmon into Noons Creek so they
can begin their journey to the ocean
Lively family music by Bobs and Lolo - back again by popular demand!
Raffles for signed Robert Bateman print and other great items
Crafts, food, and games – fun for all ages
Informative and interactive displays showcasing streamkeeper groups, naturalists
and other community organizations that are working towards
preserving and protecting our natural heritage
Walk, run, bike, carpool or take transit – parking is limited
For more info, call hatchery at 604-469-9106
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Sunday, May 2, 2010, 9:00am to Noon
Hike for Hospice
Crossroads Hospice Society will host the 8th Annual Hike for Hospice.
Join people from across Canada to gather pledges and then hike to
raise public awareness for hospice palliative care. This family and pet
friendly fundraising initiative will help advance the hospice
palliative care initiatives in your local community. Prizes, ice cream,
entertainment and a By-Donation barbeque are also featured.
100% of funds raised stay in our community.
Two 5 km walks to choose from: Hyde
Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Avenue, Port Coquitlam
or Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody
Register online at www.hikeforhospice.com
For more info: info@crossroadshospice.bc.ca or 604-945-0606
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Sunday, May 16, 2010
2nd Annual Tri-Cities Wheel to Heal Ride
Presented by Cap's Westwood Cycle and benefiting the Eagle Ridge Hospital
Foundation
The Start/Finish line is at Town Centre Park, Coquitlam (1299 Pintreee
Way)
The Wheel to Heal Ride is a great way to get active and have fun with
family, friends, or as an individual!
There are three courses to choose from (10km, 40km, 80km) so there is
something for all levels of cyclists.
There are tons of awesome prizes to be won, including a $2,000 bike from
Cannondale and a $500 team Gift Certificate!
Kids under 8 are free and even the adult fee is only $35! So this is a
great value
(everyone gets a t-shirt, water bottle, and swag bag) plus it's all for
a great cause.
This is an excellent event that is growing each year - the sooner you
register the more chances you have to win prizes!
Join the ride today at www.wheeltoheal.ca
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Sunday, June 27th from 9am-3pm
Sounds of Summer Ford Mustang Show &
Shine
Meet the ‘Hot Rod Hotties’
Yes, it all happens at the Kingsway Corporate Centre, 2071 Kingsway Ave., Port Coquitlam. You’ll see them all…Stock, modified and specialty Mustangs marking 46 years of continuous pony car production. Several Ford dealers will also be on site with the latest models.
There will be the usual impressive display of the newest, fastest, most powerful and classic Mustangs from the Lower Mainland along with music, entertainment, food and prizes. Vehicle admission is $15.00 and there will be other ways for the visiting public to support the Children’s Wish Foundation, including 50/50 ticket sales and a silent auction.
Attending the event for the first time will be the ‘Hot Rod Hotties’. The troupe will be on site for the day, mingling with spectators and participants, and helping promote such a great cause. Photo opportunities will abound including having your car shot with the ‘Hot Rod Hotties’.
Over the last five years, with the support of Mustang owners, the public and local merchants, the event has raised an impressive $27,000.00 for the Children’s Wish Foundation.
Celebrating 26 years, The Children’s Wish Foundation is dedicated to fulfilling a favorite wish for children diagnosed with a high risk, life threatening illness. The foundation is the only all-Canadian organization with offices from coast to coast granting wishes for these special children. Since its inception in 1984, the Foundation has granted over 15,500 wishes, including more than 800 in 2009.
Visit us at www.childrenswish.ca
For further information, please contact: Richard Austin Telephone: 604.230.5067
www.westcoastmustangs.ca
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July 16, 17, 18, 2010
BC Renaissance Festival
King James’ Court returns to Steller’s Grove having been attacked
by
Pirates at sea. Have Charity and her crew turned on the King, or is
there a Spanish plot to overthrow the throne of Scotland? Does King
James have a dark secret from his past? Only one person knows for sure,
but will all be revealed before war is declared?
Come experience the 4th Annual BC Renaissance Festival! Shop the
marketplace, enjoy the stage performers, and spend some time with the
characters of Steller’s Grove. Thrill to the excitement of the Joust
and
join us in song at the end of the day. More to see and do for all ages.
Come for the day, or visit us all three days, and immerse yourself in
the 16th century!
Live The Revelry!
M&M Connemaras Farm, 24680 80^th Ave, Langley, BC V1M 3P3
Website: http://www.bcrenfest.com
Email: info@bcrenfest.com
Admission: Adults $15, Children/Seniors $10, Family Rates Available
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