Connect with family and friends over turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie this holiday weekend and then take in a dancing competition, rock show or hockey match.
TODAY: Friday, Oct. 7
THREE CINDERELLAS
Experience three versions of the classic story at Cinderellas 3: Happily Ever After, at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way). The show runs from Thursday Oct. 6 to Saturday Oct. 8 in the studio theater, and features versions of the tale from Spain, Russia, and The Future. To buy tickets call 604-927-6555 or visit www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca.
Saturday, Oct. 8
ART WEEKEND
The Burrard Inlet Artists Association is celebrating their 10th anniversary with art weekends at the old Andres Winery (2120 Vintner St., Port Moody). Starting Oct. 8 and continuing to Oct. 30, this event runs every Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Visit electronicavenue.shawwebspace.ca for more information.
ROCK SHOW
Coquitlam indie rock band The Matinée perform at the John B Pub (1000 Austin Ave., Coquitlam) with guests Redgy Blackout and Fera, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $20 and include a burger and beer. All of the proceeds will go to Coquitlam Animal Shelter. For more information visit http://thematineemusic.com.
DANCING STARS
The second annual Dancing with Our Stars of the Tri-Cities will feature eight high profile business people and civic leaders at the Red Robinson Show Theatre (2080 United Blvd.,) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Emceed by Steve Darling (Global TV) and Karen Daniels (JRFM). Audience applause decides the winner out of the top 3 chosen by the judges. Last year's event sold out and raised $16,000 for the Cross Roads Hospice. Tickets are $50 plus charges, call 604-468-9403.
CATS VS. FISH
The Black Panthers Junior B hockey team hosts the Richmond Sockeyes, who sit 4-0 with four straight shutouts, at 7:45 p.m., at the Port Moody Rec Complex. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors and $4 for children under the age of 10.
Sunday, Oct. 9
GAME DAY
The BCHL Jr. 'A' Coquitlam Express take on the Powell River Kings at 2 p.m. at the Poirier Sports and Leisure Centre. Tickets cost $6 for children (kids under 5 are free), $9 for students and seniors and $13 for adults and can be purchased by phone (604-936-4625), online (www.myexpresstickets.com) or at the gate.
MARKET MADNESS
Enjoy the fresh fall air and the bounty of fresh autumn produce at the Coquitlam Farmers Market Harvest Festival and gourmet barbecue from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dogwood Pavillion parking lot. Enjoy games and activities for the whole family. Call 604-318-8966 or visit www.makebakegrow.com for more information.
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