Friday, Dec. 9
MOVIE NIGHT
The Port Moody Film Society presents The Lady in the Van, starring the incomparable Maggie Smith, at the Inlet Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Penned by British playwright Alan Bennett, the true story chronicles his own relationship with Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins who “temporarily” parked her van in Bennett’s London driveway — then stayed for 15 years. Admission is $5 with a membership; visit www.pmfilm.ca for more info.
Saturday, Dec. 10
FESTIVE FASHIONS
See some of the finest festive fashions through the years in a presentation by fashion historian Ivan Sayers at the PoMo Inlet Theatre at 2 p.m. Hosted by the Coquitlam Gogos, of the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign, the event will delve into special holiday wear from 1900 to 2000. Be sure to wear your own festive best and enjoy a glass of wine and treats; signature tote bags and other Gogos items will be available to buy. Tickets are $45 at 604-464-3298 or 604-931-2843.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
Have you been to the amazing light display at Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake? It’s bigger than ever, in celebration of the city’s 125th anniversary, and includes special events leading up to Christmas. Head down at 5 p.m. for a show by the Simusique Studio VOX Choir, or the scavenger hunt from 6 to 8 p.m. (pick up hunt cards at the welcome tent near the Town Centre Park Plaza). Visit www.coquitlam.ca/parkspark for updates and details. Looking for more lights? Hop on the Evergreen Extension to Moody Centre Station, then head to the Station Museum to see it all lit up (with 16,000 bulbs, at last count) from 5 p.m.
MUSIC FOR THE SEASON
Looking for holiday tunes at Evergreen? The Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble plays March Kings Saturday night at 8 p.m.; tickets are $20/$15/$10. Sunday, catch Coastal Sound Music Academy presenting Comfort & Joy, an evening of holiday choral music, at 3 and 7 p.m.; tickets are $20/$15/$10. Visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca.
Sunday, Dec. 11
MARKET GIFTS
Head to the Port Moody Winter Farmers Market to stock up on winter produce, fresh-made bread and other goodies, cheese and more. The market is also a great place to shop for Christmas gifts from local artisans. The market is at the Port Moody recreation complex from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
NEWPORT REVELERS
Aim for Newport Village this afternoon, from noon to 3 p.m., for a bite to eat and some shopping to the sounds of top notch carolling. The Revelers will be back for their annual engagement to entertain all ages.
SANTA SKATE
Take the family to the rink and enjoy a few pre-Christmas laps around the ice at the Port Moody recreation complex, from 1 to 4:15 p.m. Santa will be on hand, and everyone can enjoy a hot chocolate and games on the ice.
WRAP IT UP
Choral Connections will belt out some serious Christmas carols at their All Wrapped Up concert at the Terry Fox Theatre this afternoon, from 2 to 4 p.m. Tickets are $20/$15/kids 12 and under are free; call 604-465-6599 to reserve. Visit www.choralconnections.ca for more info.
