Start the weekend by attending a Remembrance Day ceremony, then take in some live music, hockey and the always popular Hyde Creek Salmon Festival.
Friday, Nov. 11
LEST WE FORGET
Remember and honour those who have served this country at one of four ceremonies taking place in the Tri-Cities this morning. Port Moody’s Legion Branch 119 begins with a 10 a.m. service at the Kyle Centre, followed by a parade at 10:30 a.m. and at 11 a.m. the laying of wreaths, moment of silence and cannon salute. A reception featuring the SFU Pipe Band is at the Kyle Centre from noon to 6 p.m. In Coquitlam the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 264 hosts a ceremony at Como Lake middle school at 9:30 a.m., followed by a parade at 10:15 a.m. to the cenotaph at Blue Mountain Park for a 10:45 a.m. service. In Port Coquitlam, services are at Wilson Centre from 9:30 a.m. followed by a parade to Veterans Park at city hall for an 11 a.m. ceremony.
NASHVILLE HURRICANE
Chase Padgett (6 Guitars) explores the fascinating story of the rise, demise and resurrection of the guitar legend Henry Waltrip (the Nashville Hurricane) in a show at the Evergreen Cultural Centre. The 75-minute one-man show features stories and songs on love, music, show biz and epic guitar playing. Tickets are $33/$28/$15 at www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca or 604-927-6555.
HOCKEY NIGHT
Catch the Coquitlam Express in action as they take on the Prince George Spruce Kings at the Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex at 7 p.m. The Veterans Night event will also feature an opening ceremony honouring vets.Visit www.coquitlamexpress.ca for more info.
Saturday, Nov. 12
COQUITLAM COLLECTS
The Evergreen Cultural Centre presents the final exhibit of a series celebrating Coquitlam’s 125th anniversary. Coquitlam Collects is a portrait of this city’s residents, their lives and their artistic interests; the opening reception is from 3 to 5 p.m. and the exhibit closes on Dec. 31. Attendance is free.
ROCK ON
Local band Ampletude — Alec Lahti (guitar, vocals), Michael Parish (bass) and Shaun Crocker-Williams (drums) — harkens back to the golden age of rock and blues in a show at the PoMo Gallery Bistro. Be ready for some familiar sounds as this group draws on influences ranging from The Doors to the Black Keys. Doors open at 7 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. show, by donation.
PHOTOMOTION
The Pacific Digital Photography Club is back at it with the always cool Photomotion show. Members — photo wizards, all — will show off digital slide/sound shows and guest presenter Chris Harris, one of Canada’s finest nature photographers, will share images and stories from his latest book about the Cariboo Chilcotin region. Visit www.pdpc.ca for tickets for the 2 or 7 p.m. shows at the PoMo Inlet Theatre.
Sunday, Nov. 13
SALMON COME HOME
Welcome the salmon back to Hyde Creek in the 17th annual Hyde Creek Salmon Festival. Learn about the coho and chum that are returning to their spawning grounds, enjoy great food at the fundraising barbecue, join a guided nature walk and explore the Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery. The free, family-friendly event also features a visit with an eagle with the Orphaned Wildlife Society, salmon dissections, storytelling and more. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hyde Creek recreation centre (1379 Laurier Ave.) and at the hatchery (3636 Coast Meridian Rd.). Visit www.hydecreek.org for more info.
OPENING DAY
Place des Arts is a hub of activity today — the annual Christmas Boutique, the student pottery show and sale and the Positively Petite miniature exhibition, as well as two new art exhibits, are opening with a reception at 2 p.m. It’s a great chance to get a jump on shopping; visit www.placedesarts.ca for more info.
CUTIE CIRCLE
The Coquitlam Ukulele Tiny Instrument Enthusiasts (CUTIE) Circle meets once a month to strum and sing; with a name like that, who wouldn’t want to join? Bring your uke and be ready to strum, smile and have fun. All are welcome to the meeting from 2 to 4 p.m. at the rehearsal hall at Evergreen Cultural Centre. Visit www.cutiecircle.com for more info.
