This weekend it's Dad's turn to be celebrated, so be sure to show him how much you care - of course, a cool car show and a barbecue or two wouldn't hurt either.
TODAY: Friday, June 14
FILM NIGHT
The Port Moody Film Society presents the Swedish comedy/drama flick As it is in Heaven. Nominated for a best foreign film Oscar, the movie follows a successful conductor who returns to his childhood home in Sweden's far north, where he's asked to listen to the local church choir - and nothing in the village is ever the same. Screening is at 7:45 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre (100 Newport Dr., PoMo), following the AGM at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.pmfilm.ca for more info.
Saturday, June 15
SHOW & SHINE
Take Dad to the 18th annual KMS Tools Coquitlam Charity Show & Shine (110 Woolridge St., across from Ikea), where the whole family can check out more than 200 pre-1972 vehicles. With thousands of dollars in prizes up for grabs, show cars turn up from far and wide to participate in the event. Spectators can also enjoy a free smokie-and-pop barbecue, along with eating and chugging contests, live music from Third Degree and more. Funds raised at the event help Team Mexico build houses and schools. The Show & Shine runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit www.kmstools.com for info.
GARAGE GOODIES
Search for treasures, toys and other gems at the Community Volunteer Services for Seniors fundraising garage sale, running from 9 to 3 p.m. at Wilson Centre (2150 Wilson Ave., PoCo). Visit www.cvss.org for details.
MAD HATTER
Join the Port Moody Arts Centre Society for a Mad Hatter Tea Party & Hat Making Extravaganza, running from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Arts Centre (2425 St. Johns St., PoMo). Participants get to make a funky hat for next weekend's centennial parade (or other upcoming 100th anniversary events). You can bring your own hat to decorate or create an original piece from supplies on hand. Artists and volunteers will be on hand to guide you through and there will be plenty of tea and goodies as well. Tickets are $2/$5/$15 (family) at 604-931-2008 x 0- numbers are limited, so book your spot early.
IN TRANSIT
Transit users know firsthand that being crammed together on a bus, SkyTrain or West Coast Express car can create a sense of community connection. Three artists explore that very concept in a group exhibit, titled Fleeting, opening at the Leigh Square Community Arts Village (2253 Leigh Sq., behind PoCo city hall) with a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. The show, timed to coincide with the city's public consultation on a new master transportation plan, runs to July 15.
Sunday, June 16
WALK WITH US
Join thousands of Canadians for a morning of fitness and fun in the fight against ALS. The Peoples Drug Mart Walk for ALS leaves Riverside secondary (2215 Reeve St., PoCo) at 10 a.m. Registration opens at 9 a.m., or register online at www.walkforals.ca/bc. Participants can walk, run, ride or wheel along the Coquitlam River, followed by music, family entertainment and a by-donation barbecue and kids' activity tent. Organizers are hoping to raise $15,000 for families living with ALS.
DANCE WITH US
Celebrate PoMo's centennial with an exceptional music performance, presented by the Yarilo Contemporary Music Society. The Inlet Theatre will come alive with the sounds of Bernstein's West Side Story, Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue and all manner of jazz and classical music favourites in a show that will appeal to all ages - and maybe even have you dancing. The free show kicks off at 3 p.m.
DAD'S DAY
There's sunshine in the forecast for Father's Day so be sure to take advantage - especially if Dad is the outdoorsy type. Tri-City trails are beckoning, as are the shores of Sasamat Lake and Burrard Inlet. Kayaking, anyone?
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