Local Arts

They'll be a lot of rubbernecking as motorists pass Port Moody city hall this week.

As an actor, Maryanne Renzetti is accustomed to taking risks. There have been roles that test her emotions and challenge her physically. This time, though, she's risking a hit to her wallet.

IRISH AUTHOR The author of the Irish Country series will read from and talk about his best-selling work at the Terry Fox Library next month. Patrick Taylor will be at the Port Coquitlam library (2470 Mary Hill Rd.) on Monday, April 4 at 7 p.m.

Colourful baubles and bangles can be seen in Coquitlam this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the largest bead sale in Western Canada.

Artists Chris Collacott and Meg Lee have joined Lawrence McDonald and Langara College students from the Design Formation Program for an exhibit titled What is Art? An Exploration of Meaning, which runs until April 11 at Port Coquitlam's Leigh Square

Miranda Andersen isn't like other children. The Belcarra girl talks in clear and concise sentences. She respects her elders and the environment.

The sounds of Hawaiian, calypso, reggae, soul, gospel, R&B and jazz music will fill Port Coquitlam's Terry Fox Theatre next week at the city's last performance of the 12th annual Sunday Coffee Concerts.

Professional artist Judith M. Atkinson will lead students in painting, drawing and mixed media classes this spring at Coquitlam's Evergreen Cultural Centre.

Classic works by Bach, Beethoven and Chopin will fill Coquitlam's Our Lady of Fatima Church on Saturday as part of a benefit to send young parishioners to Spain this summer.

The Canadian premiere of The Price is Right Live! will be at the Red Robinson Show Theatre in May.