Kick off the weekend with some high-level volleyball, keep it going with a peek at ancient history and wind it up with some live music.
Friday, Oct. 24
RED SERGE CLASSIC
Local Mounties take on some top volleyball talent in the 15th annual Red Serge Classic Senior Girls Volleyball Tournament. The tournament, which brings officers, civilian staff and volunteers to Riverside secondary (2215 Reeve St., PoCo) - as well as the top 10 senior girls volleyball teams from throughout B.C. - kicks off with an opening ceremony at 5 p.m., followed by a speed spike contest and an exhibition game between the all-star high school team vs. the Coquitlam detachment team. Championship finals run Saturday, with closing ceremonies at 7 p.m. All games are open to the public.
Saturday, Oct. 25
CARNEY SALE
Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary (1335 Dominion Ave., PoCo) hosts its annual garage sale fundraiser today from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Find all sorts of treasures, books, baby & kids' gear, fitness equipment, furniture and more.
INVASIVE ATTACK
Join Green Teams of Canada as they tackle the invasive English ivy at Minnekhada Regional Park in Coquitlam, from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. No experience is necessary, and tools, gloves and refreshments will be provided. Meet at the park on Oliver Road (follow signs to Minnekhada Lodge). Visit www.greenteamscanada.ca for more info.
MARVELOUS MUD
Discover the magic of fossils and mud-formed jaspers at the annual Rock & Gem Show at the Kyle Centre (125 Kyle St., PoMo). There will be displays of crystals, fossils and more, as well as demonstrations, kids' activities, dealer tables and jewelry. The show runs today and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit www.portmoodyrockclub.com.
ARTISTS DAY
Celebrate Pablo Picasso's birthday (also known as International Artists Day) with a pop-up art show by Heather Anderson at the Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke St., PoMo). Anderson's bright, bold, uplifting works will be on display along with exceptional wood art by Larry Stevenson. Both will be in attendance at the bistro today.
QUILTS GALORE
The Blue Mountain Quilter's Guild hosts its annual quilt show at Maple Creek middle school (3700 Hastings St., Coquitlam) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 100 quilts will be on display, as well as a quilt raffle, tea room and more. Admission is $5, visit www.bluemountainquiltersguild.ca or call 604-931-5193 for more info.
KIDS' HALLOWEEN TOONIE DAY
PoCo Heritage hosts a drop-in session for kids aged eight to 12 from 11 a.m. to noon today. Bring a toonie to Heritage at Leigh Square (2100-2253 Leigh Square, PoCo), make a Halloween mask and hear the legend of Stingy Jack. Call 604-927-8403 or visit www.pocoheritage.org for more info.
Sunday, Oct. 26
NON-STOP MUSIC
It's time for the third annual Coastal Sound-a-Thon, and for the uninitiated that means six hours of non-stop music at JJ Bean in Suter Brook (400 Capilano Rd., PoMo). Drop by and join in the fun during a sing-along as part of the free choir performances, singing workshops and activities throughout the day. Funds raised from the event ensures every singer who wishes to participate in Coastal Sound's choirs and programs can do so. Catch the music from noon to 6 p.m. Visit www.coastalsoundmusic.com/soundathon for more info.
SPLASH 'N BOOTS
Prepare for a high-energy, high-impact show for the wee ones (and their adult guests) when Splash 'n Boots hits the stage at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam). The award-wining children's entertainers have seven CDs under their blue-and-yellow belts, three DVDs and a hit show on Treehouse TV. Be ready for the pop-up store in the lobby, and stay after the show for autographs and photos. Tickets for the 2 p.m. show are $16/$12, available at www.evergreenculturalcentre.ca or 604-927-6555.
