There's a big weekend in store for Tri-City folks, from Port Moody's 100th anniversary commemorative council meeting to some great art exhibits and live performances - plenty to keep busy, even without the sun.
TODAY: Friday, April 5
HIKES WITH LI'L TIKES
Metro Vancouver's guided hikes for new parents and their babies take participants through Minnekhada and Belcarra Regional Parks each Friday through to June 7. Parents should bring their own carrier and be able to carry their baby for at least 90 minutes. Cost is $30/series; register at 604-432-6359 and quote barcode 4821. Hikes run from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Visit www.metrovancouver.org for more information.
LOST AND FOUND
Artist Shari Pratt shows a series of her mixed media portraits at Coquitlam's Place des Arts (1120 Brunette Ave.). Inspired after she discovered a collection of old photos at an antique store, her travels and her vagabond childhood, the exhibit showcases Pratt's theme of "here today, gone tomorrow." Also on display at Place des Arts is Seeds by Vin Arora (ceramics). Visit www.placedesarts.ca for more details.
HOME EXPO
Spring means it's time to take stock of the surroundings we've been hibernating in all winter. See what's new and fresh in home renovation and decorating at the 12th annual Home Expo at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam), on today from 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.homeshowtime.com or call 1-800-471-1112 for more information.
Saturday, April 6
COLOUR EXPLOSION
Stay on the art track and head over to the Leigh Square Community Arts Village (2253 Leigh Sq.), where exhibits by two abstract artists are on display. Nasser Ghaderi and Aiden Fisher-Lang's use of rich, bright colours are said to be both breathtaking and moving. Visit www.portcoquitlam.ca/leighsquare for details.
DIX IN TOWN
Meet Adrian Dix, the leader of the BC New Democrats, when he swings through the Tri-Cities to open two campaign offices. He'll be at Coquitlam-Maillardville candidate Selina Robinson's office (901A Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam) at about 2:30 p.m.; the opening runs from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Coquitlam-Burke Mountain candidate Chris Wilson's office (105-2733 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam) welcomes Dix at 3:30 p.m.
MAKE A SPLASH
School District 43 students present a benefit concert at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam), featuring local bands and solo musicians such as Gentleman's Vibe, Gio Levy, Phynest & Lozy and more. The concert, as well as a variety of raffle prizes up for grabs, will raise money to build a well for an underprivileged community in Kenya. Tickets are $12, available at www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca.
Sunday, April 7
HISTORY AT WORK
Get a glimpse of city business, circa 1913, at Port Moody's commemorative council meeting at the Kyle Centre (125 Kyle St.) from 12:45 to 2 p.m. Today's council members will be arriving in vintage cars and, dressed in period costume, they'll re-enact the city's first council meeting held on April 7, 1913. An arts gathering and tea follows, as well as an antique car display and historical wine display by Andrew Peller Ltd.
CREATIVE CAFE
The Minnekhada Park Association presents Creative Cafe from 1 to 4 p.m. The whole family can enjoy this event in the park, where kids of all ages can check out fun learning activities at the open house. Visit www.minnekhada.ca for more information.
LANGUAGE OF LOVE
Join the Hafez Literature Club as they present an evening of Iranian poetry and live music in Love Speaks #16, in the Studio Theatre at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way). Tickets are $10 at www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca.
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