This weekend gives you and the family a perfect opportunity to see what's in store for the fall from PoCo's recreation department, two outdoor movie events and more live music to wrap up the summer.
Friday, Aug. 24
HIT THE LINKS
Catch some of the best golfers in the world at the CN Canadian Women's Open golf championship at the Vancouver Golf Club in Coquitlam this weekend. A whopping 48 of the top 50 players on the LPGA money list will be at the tournament, including defending champ Brittany Lincicome, Michelle Wie and Coquitlam's own Jisoo Keel. The golfers will be battling for $2 million US in prize money, so it's bound to be some great golf-watching. Buy tickets to see the action up close by calling 1-866-571-5742 or by visiting www.cncanadianwomensopen.com.
STARS 'N' STARS
Gather under the starry night sky to see some bright (animated) stars on the big silver screen at Port Coquitlam's Sun Valley Park (3700 Hamilton St.) for a screening of Despicable Me at 8:30 p.m. The family-friendly flick is rated PG and stars Steve Carell, Jason Segel and Russell Brand. Bring a blanket and bug spray, just in case, and don't forget to visit the PoCo fire fighters, who will be at the event with a great big fire truck that's sure to be a hit with the little ones.
Saturday, Aug. 25
IT'S A WRAP
It's the final edition of Village Vibe, and today's performers include the three-part band Brave Waves, featuring a combination of stand-up bass and Latin influences. They're followed by Fera, a well-known sister act that already has three CDs under their musical belt. Village Vibe runs from 2 to 4 p.m at the Leigh Square band shell (2253 Leigh Square, behind PoCo city hall).
FALL SAMPLER
Curious about some of the programs available at PoCo recreation centres this fall? An open house at Leigh Square, from 1 to 4 p.m., give you a chance to chat with instructors about upcoming programs and enjoy some Zumba, line dancing, improv comedy, live music and the opening of a new art exhibit by four Pender Harbour artists, called Coming Up for Air, Rocks Trees and H2O.
QUEEN BEE
Coquitlam's Inspiration Garden (Pipeline Road at Guildford Way) hosts a free outdoor screening of Queen of the Sun, a visually stunning documentary about the honeybee crisis. Winner of several film festival awards, this informative flick will educate, inspire and entertain audiences. Popcorn and beverages will be on site; bring your own lawn chair or blanket.
Sunday, Aug. 26
COME CELEBRATE
The Old Mill Boathouse (2715 Esplanade St.) at Port Moody's Rocky Point Park is welcoming everyone to their 10th anniversary celebrations from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to check out displays, refreshments and videos of member clubs. The boathouse hosts several clubs, including rowing, canoeing, kayaking and dragon boating. Visit www.oldmillboathouse.com for more information.
FAMILY BOAT FEST
Bring the family to the Pleasantside Community Association's Family Fun Boat Festival at Port Moody's Old Orchard Park (Ioco Road) for all sorts of on-the-water fun from 1 to 4 p.m. There will be canoe and kayak races and activities for kids including boat building, kid races and more. Anyone interested in joining the races (it's recommended you bring your own craft) can register at the park for $5/person or $10/family.
MUSIC MIXER
Close out PoCo's Music in the Park series with the Genuine Jug Band and its eclectic mix of 1930s jazz, ragtime and Delta blues, as well as some original tunes. They're playing Lions Park (2300 Lions Way) from 2 to 4 p.m. At Port Moody's Rocky Point Park, Brickhouse will be entertaining crowds the way they've done for the last 16 years - with good old-fashioned foot-stomping fun - from 2 to 4 p.m.
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