In the Community

H ave a safe, and happy, B.C. Day long weekend, whether you're heading out of town or sticking around to enjoy the sunshine right here at home. TODAY: Friday, Aug.

TOP CADETS Port Coquitlam's army cadets were recently named the province's most outstanding corps.

It's been a sweltering week so we're welcoming the cooler temperatures - and plenty of cool things to do - this weekend.

IN HER SKIVVIES Port Coquitlam's Anita Ivanic joined this month's Underwear Affair, a fundraiser for the BC Cancer Foundation that sees participants walk, run or be part of a "booty hunt" through the streets of Vancouver in their skivvies.

On Monday, July 14, Mackin Park turns French for a day and everyone is invited as the Société francophone de Maillardville celebrates Bastille Day, the equivalent of Canada Day or the fourth of July in the United State of America.

This weekend promises to be a cooker, so there couldn't be a better time for a cool outdoor evening movie, a sizzling dance class and, most importantly, barbecues.

Friday, July 4 EMILY CARR Support graduates of Emily Carr University of Art + Design as they open a new group show at 7 p.m. at the Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke St.) in Port Moody. The show, titled Making a Scene, runs until Aug.

There is nothing more satisfying than eating a ripe tomato or crunchy cucumber grown in your own garden. Now, imagine pouring yourself a cold beer made with ingredients you've grown.

Friday, June 27 BOOGIE TIME Port Coquitlam's Royal Canadian Legion branch (2675 Shaughnessy St.) marks Legion Week with fun and entertainment tonight and tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. Dance to the music of Classic Rewind; no cover charge. Call 604-942-8911.

RCMP KUDOS Officers, volunteers and civilians were honoured by the Coquitlam RCMP last month. Supt.