Gobble gobble folks, the Thanksgiving long weekend is here. Get the turkey brining and potatoes peeled so you’re ready to kick back with family and friends as we give thanks for all the good things in life.
Friday, Oct. 9
MOVIE NIGHT
Dive into the dark, twisted world of L.A. crime journalism in the Port Moody Film Society presentation of Nightcrawler (rated R). Star Jake Gyllenhaal plays a young man so desperate for work that he goes from filming spot news to becoming it himself; the film garnered an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay and 80 other nominations. It starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., PoMo). Visit www.pmfilm.ca for more info.
HOCKEY NIGHT
Catch the Coquitlam Express in a home game against Powell River at the Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) at 7 p.m. It’s the fifth regular season game for the Express, who are 2-1-1 so far. Visit www.coquitlamexpress.ca.
OPENING RECEPTION
Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) hosts an opening reception at 7 p.m. for its newest exhibit, featuring Moments of Love, a collection of photos by the multicultural group Sensors Photography. Artist Vanessa Lam showcases mixed media works in Scrapyard Chronicles while works by members of the Federation of Canadian Artists are on display in a juried art exhibit. The exhibit runs to Nov. 7; wisit www.placedesarts.ca.
DANCERS DANCING
Choreographer and artistic director Judith Garay presents The Fine Line ~ Twisted Angels, a one-hour multi-media dance performance that explores movement, sound and image, and how we perceive our internal and external word. The show features three dancers, including tapper Danny Nielsen, and incorporates video by Flick Harrison and music by Patrick Pennefather, for one show only at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35/$30/$15 at www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca or 604-927-6555.
Saturday, Oct. 10
LIGHT UP PURPLE
Wear purple or light a purple candle and tweet a photo in support of Light Up Purple for Mental Health Dayfor the Amanda Todd Legacy Society. Use the hashtags #lightuppurple or #LUP2015 or #amandatodd or #Bepurple. More information is available on facebook and at www.lightuppurple.com
SOCCER TOURNEY
Coquitlam Metro Ford Soccer takes over Town Centre Park (Pipeline Road) for its annual Thanksgiving tournament running today through Monday; drop by to see talented girls and boys playing in U10 to U12 categories. Visit www.cmfsc.ca for full details.
POMO HOCKEY
The Port Moody Panthers take on the Langley Knights for the first time this season at the Port Moody Arena (300 Ioco Rd.) tonight at 7:45 p.m. Visit www.portmoodypanthers.com for more information.
ROCKABURLEY
Get your groove on at the Rockaburley fundraiser for six-year-old cancer warrior “Seanny” at the Rocky Point Taphouse (2524 St. Johns St., PoMo) at 8 p.m. The evening of rockabilly and burlesque talent is hosted by Mister Nickel; there will also be an auction with goodies from Black Rabbit Tattoo, Mint Hair Lounge, Little Gypsy’s Fine Jewelry and more. Tickets are $20 at Pinball Alley (2608 St. Johns St., PoMo) or at the door. Call 604-492-1732.
Sunday, Oct. 11
MARKET MORNING
If you’re having the whole family over for a Thanksgiving feast this evening, there’s no better way to kick off the day than at the Coquitlam Farmers Market (624 Poirier St.). Pick up farm-fresh root veggies, a heap of gourds, cheese and bread for appetizer nibbles and there’s sure to be a pumpkin pie or two in the mix of market stalls, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit www.makebakegrow.com.
TAKE A HIKE
Whether you’re looking to burn a few calories before sitting down to a plate of turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy or you want to enjoy the fresh air with family (before sitting down to turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy), check out this weekend’s Hike of the Week, which takes in Ridge Park trails and offers up views over Coquitlam and the Fraser Valley. See details and a map in today’s paper.
