Email upcoming events to: portmoodyeventsnewsletter@crnichols.ca Saturday Dec. 9th - 2 SHOWS BUY TICKETS INLET THEATRE/PORT MOODY BC www.summersundays.ca/tickets Christmas Concert Fundraiser 3:30 pm 7:30 pm presented by As a follow-up to the unprecedented success of the 15th anniversary of Summer Sundays Concerts, we are rounding it out with our annual Christmas Concert Fundraiser presented by WAVE 98.3 "Vancouver's Coolest Vibe", by captivating the legacy of the Blues Brothers with JAKE & ELWOOD’S BLUES BROTHERS REVUE. 100% of proceeds go toward funding SUMMER SUNDAYS 2024. Saturday, December 9th 3:30 and 7:30 pm Take part in this memorable event by getting your tickets at https://summersundays.ca/tickets/. P o r t M o o d y E v e n t s N e w s l e t t e r D e c e m b e r 2 0 2 3 Photo by Greg Phelps W elcome to our December issue of the Port Moody Events newsletter. Port Moody offers many exciting and interesting events for your enjoyment and participation. Visit https:// calendar.portmoody.ca/default/Month for the Port Moody City calendar. Thanks to Jeff McLellan for posting the newsletter on ‘I Love Port Moody’ Facebook page. CPKC Holiday Train Celebration Monday, December 18 5:20 pm - 7:30 pm Come early for hot chocolate! Recreation Complex - 300 Ioco Rd Mark your calendars! Join us for festive family fun at the Rec Complex and Civic Centre, both indoors and outdoors. The CPKC Holiday Train will arrive decked out in holiday lights at 5:20pm, with live performances at 5:45pm from Tyler Shaw and Kiesza. Please bring a cash or non- perishable food donation to support people in need in our community. The Rotary Club of Port Moody will be serving hot chocolate , donated to us by St James’s Well, to one and all. They will be collecting donations for the SHARE Tri-Cities Food Bank . The Port Moody Police will be collecting non-perishable food donations for SHARE Food Bank. The Port Moody Fire Department will be collecting toys for Christmas. December 2023 1 Letters to Santa - POMO Museum 1 Santa Ships - Rocky Point Pier 1-10 Holiday Book Bundles - Library 1-15 Port Moody Fire Rescue-TOY DRIVE 1-20 Winter Treasures Artisan Market 1 & 2 Holiday Bonspiel - Port Moody Curling 1 & 2 Heritage Woods Secondary - 2 shows 1, 3 & 8 Markets at SiteB 2 Ugly Christmas Sweater Dash 2 Tote Bag Workshop - Evelia 2 Port Moody Annual Christmas Craft Fair 2,9,16,23.24 Christmas Revelers-Newport Village 3, 10, 17 Port Moody Farmers Market 3, 10, 17 Sip & Shop Holiday Market-Moody Ales 5 Celebrate a Life - Crossroads Hospice 7 Felting Groups for Adults - Library 7 Macramé Trees - Outpost 7 Suter Brook Winter Festival 7, 14, 19, 21 Trivia & Bingo events & Show- Twin Sails 8 Joyeux Noel Film - Inlet Theatre 9 Krypto-Nine Tournament - Museum 9 Summer Sundays-Christmas Concert 9 & 10 Christmas Craft & Art Fair - Evelia 9 & 16 West Coast Express Santa Train 10 SHYPractice Yoga on Tap - BRAVE 10 Theatrix Youtheatre, 4, 6 and 8 pm 10 & 17 Holiday Tea on the Train - Museum 12 Holiday Ukulele Jam - Library 12 Port Moody Council Meeting 13 Heritage Woods Christmas Concert 13 A Song for Solstice - Inlet Theatre 15 Crochet Circle for Adults - Library 16 Laila Biali - Inlet Theatre Music Series 18 Holiday PMPL Singers - Library 18 CPKC Holiday Train 21 Christmas Trivia - The Club 31 Moody Ales & Co - Brew Years Eve December 2023 Page 2 Port Moody Events Newsletter A holiday shopping treat, brimming with exceptional handcrafted gifts, pottery, jewelry, glass, art, and much more. Everything is created by BC artists, and new items are always arriving. ‘Tis the season to shop local, discover unique gifts for everyone on your list, and support local artists! Free admission, free parking, close to Moody Centre Skytrain Station. The Christmas Revelers return to Newport Village Saturdays, Nov. 25, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 Sunday, Dec. 24, from 12:00 – 3:00 You will see and hear us performing songs of the season, as we wander throughout the Village. See you all there! Port Moody Fire Rescue Toy Drive Now until December 15th Inlet Centre Fire Hall, 150 Newport TOY DRIVE ALERT! Help Port Moody Fire Rescue fill their truck bay with toys! Drop off new, unwrapped toys. Help make the holidays special for children and youth! The 8th Annual Port Moody Christmas Craft Fair December 2nd 10am to 4pm City Hall Admission is Free! Raffle tickets $2.00 ea Win some awesome handmade gifts! Proceeds to: A Better Life Foundation 3012 Murray Street Port Moody Vancouver Holiday Market December 3rd 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sponsored by The Mom Market Port Moody Winter Market by The Collective Markets December 1st & 8th, 4-10pm The holidays are coming to Port Moody! Join us Dec. 1 & 8 to shop over 50+ local vendors, enjoy local brews from Brave, Santa’s Workshop and more! Entry is $5 at the door for those over 12. https://www.collectivecraftmarkets.com/ port-moody SiteB is the ideal place to host community events, corporate parties, sports association gatherings, non-profit fundraisers etc. https://www.siteb.life/eventspace Heritage Woods Secondary Presents Our Christmas Concert Dec. 13th 6:30pm Featuring 3 stages and the entire music department Student recital featuring our promising musicians and guitar students at 7:00pm 1300 David Avenue heritagewoods@sd43.bc.ca Port Moody Public Library Register online at calendar.portmoodylibrary.ca Info: portmoodylibrary.ca askthelibrary@portmoody.ca 604-469-4577 Events at Outpost Get Creative with PoMoArts At Outpost Macramé Trees Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023 6:00pm - 8:00pm Outpost - 3001 St. Johns Street Join us for a special workshop brought to you by PoMoArts! Get ready to create a beautiful macramé tree ornament step by step – a perfect holiday activity or friends’ night out. Show up ready to have fun, make some art, and enjoy tasty drinks and treats that can be purchased from Timbertrain Coffee Roasters! This workshop is taught by local fibre artist, certified teacher and small business owner, Katt Green. Workshop: $37, supplies Included. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Register on outpost.ca/events. Contact: hello@outpost.ca 3001 Saint Johns Street follow @outpost.ca on Instagram for the latest updates Good coffee, good beer, good food, good brands, good fun. Pop in and hang out! Open daily 8am-8pm Visit www.outpost.ca/events for more details. Holiday Book Bundles Request one from Nov. 20 – Dec. 10 This December, the Library is offering the gift of Holiday Book Bundles. Each Holiday Book Bundle contains five wrapped books. Unwrap a book a day to find out what titles you’ve received! Fill out our online form at portmoodylibrary.ca/holidaybundle to let us know whether you would like books for kids, teens, or adults. Felting Groups for Adults Thursday, December 7 6:00-7:00pm For all felting enthusiasts! We will provide all of the supplies and a special project to make, you bring your creativity! Some experience with felting required. Holiday Ukulele Jam Tuesday, December 12 6:30-7:30pm Want to practice playing the ukulele in a holly jolly way? Join us for a Holiday Ukulele Jam where we will play a selection of beginner Christmas songs. Please bring your own ukulele. This program is for people who know the basics (C, G, and F chords). Crochet Circle for Adults: Holiday Edition Friday, December 15 1:30-2:30pm Join us for a special holiday edition of our Crochet Circle. Patterns and supplies will be provided to make crochet holiday ornaments. For crocheters who are familiar with the basic stitches. Holiday PMPL Singers Monday, December 18 2:00-3:00pm Join us for a festive edition of the PMPL Singers. We will learn and sing holiday songs together. No previous singing experience needed! Into the Woods Jr. Theatrix Youtheatre Sunday, December 10 4:00pm and 8:00pm Inlet Theatre - 100 Newport Drive Be careful what you wish for as this fairytale comes to life in a 60-minute adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical. The story centers on a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse, and wind up changed forever. Tickets: $12 Adult, $10 Senior, $8 children 12 and under, children 2 and under are free Tickets: https://www.ticketowl.io/theatrix Every Christmas Story Ever Theatrix Youtheatre Sunday, December 10, 6:00pm Inlet Theatre and Galleria We’ve rolled all the best moments from all the best Christmas movies into one 45-minute original production. Watch as it snowballs into a hilarious musical about a group of people (and elves) who find themselves in the festive village of Christmas Town for the holidays and all the trouble t h e y g e t i n t o before ultimately discovering the true meaning of Christmas. With music by children’s entertainer MR. I and a script created in collaboration with the cast can you spot a reference to YOUR favourite holiday movie? Tickets: $12 Adult, $10 Senior, $8 children 12 and under, children 2 and under are free Tickets: https://www.ticketowl.io/theatrix The PoMo Doggies 2024 Calendars Calendars will be available in December. Pick up will be at Three Dog Bakery, Bone and Biscuit and the Outpost. Cost is $20 per calendar and will be sold by e-transfer to: give@portmoodyfoundation.ca Proceeds from the calendar are donated to an animal related charity. Last years’ recipient was SHARE food bank food for peoples pets. For calendar information email pomodogs@gmail.com Thank you for your support! December 2023 Page 3 Port Moody Events Newsletter December 2023 Page 4 Port Moody Events Newsletter Heritage Woods Secondary 1300 David Avenue, Port Moody PRESENTS Two shows which are 30 minutes each with a 15 minute intermission December 1st & 2nd - 7:00pm Admission: $5 at the door “I’m a Teenager Get Me Out of this Family” is a big, crisp comedy playing with conflict in family dynamics. “Metamorphoses” is a beautiful retelling of 4 myths exploring love and transformation. The POMO Museum 2734 Murray Street 604-939-1648 https://www.pomo.museum Letters to Santa December 1st The museum will be decorated for the holiday season and there will be a special mailbox for kids to drop their Santa Letters in! Krypto- Nine Tournament at the POMO Museum December 9th, 12:00pm -4:00pm Join us at the POMO Museum for a Krypto- Nine Tournament! As a thank you to all the tabletop gaming enthusiasts, for all your support through 2023, this Krypto- Nine Tournament is absolutely free to attend ! All are welcome. Tickets are free but there are limited spots so reserve your spot! Email: boardgamesandtea604@gmail.com Holiday Tea on the Train Sunday December 10th and Sunday December 17th Join us for Holiday Tea on the Train during this festive season. Book your table now for your preferred date and time slot. Three seatings per day: 11:00AM, 1:00PM, 3:00 PM Cost: $15 for guests, 11 years and up $10 for guests, 10 and under Call 604.939.1648 to reserve your table. A SENIORS GATHERING PLACE Check https://theclubportmoody.com for newsletters and Café Specials Open: Monday - Thursday , 9 AM - 4 PM Kitchen closes at 3:00 p.m. SOLD OUT Christmas Dinner December 8th Walking Group Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Meet at Port Moody Rec. Centre Reception Knit/Stitch & Connect Tuesdays, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Game Time Thursdays, 11:00 - 2:00 p.m. Join your friends playing games such as Cribbage, Checkers, Backgammon, Bridge and Scrabble. Bridge Fridays, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Last class Dec. 1st Resumes Jan. 5th Christmas Trivia Thursday December 21 6:30 p.m. Test Your Knowledge Refreshments by donation. Membership: $15 individual or $25 per couple For information about The Club, email: infotheclubportmoody@gmail.com 101 Noons Creek Dr. Port Moody 604-492-2595 Blackberry Artist’s Society The Blackberry Artist's Society (BAS) is a co-op of local artists with approximately 20 to 30 members. They work in a wide range of artistic mediums. You can view and purchase their art through the Blackberry Gift Shop, located in the Port Moody Arts Centre. https://www.blackberrygiftshop.ca December 16th, 2:00 p.m. Bring the grand or great-grandkids to The Club for our Kids’ Christmas Party. Book by email: infotheclubportmoody@gmail.com Subject: Kids’ Christmas Party State # of children December 2023 Page 5 Port Moody Events Newsletter Port Moody Comedy Classic Friday, January 26th Inlet Theatre and Galleria Port Moody’s reoccurring Pro Stand-up Comedy Showcase with fresh lineups & occasional returning favourites. Every previous event sold out. 19 + event, GA Seating, no refunds Tickets: https://linktr.ee/JokersCanada Event: Port Moody Comedy Classic (Produced By Jokers Canada) $29 Early Bird $35 Regular Price $40 Last Minute/Almost Sold Out Details: @jokerscanada on Instagram and Facebook. Port Moody Farmers Market December 3, 10 and 17 10am-2pm Come out and join us on Sundays and support local small business! We have a variety of farmers, baked goods, prepared foods/drinks, artisans and alcohol vendors to shop from. Stay for the hot food trucks/ tents and listen to live music. On December 3rd, the City of Port Moody is hosting a Holiday Ornament Craft Tent at the market. We look forward to seeing you! Port Moody Recreation Centre Parking Lot at 300 Ioco Road Coquitlam Christmas Farmers Market Saturday, December 9th 9am-4pm at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Centre www.makebakegrow.com Instagram @portmoodymarket and Facebook (Port Moody Farmers Market) “Love Letters” By A.R. Gurney The Pulitzer-Prize for Drama nominated love story. Featuring Mike Arseneault & Zoë Royer as Andrew and Melissa. May 11, 2024, 2 performances, 2:00pm and 7:00pm Celebrate Mother’s Day with IOCO Players Theatre, Inlet Theatre Advance tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite.ca. Follow IOCO Players Theatre on Facebook and Instagram. Ioco Players Theatre Created in Port Moody, for Port Moody 2024 Junior Firefighter Programs School District No. 43 is partnering with both Coquitlam Fire Rescue and Port Moody Fire Rescue to offer two different junior firefighting programs for 2024. These programs are open to SD43 students in grades 11 and 12, and help applicants understand the basic physical and educational components required of new recruits. EDUCATIONAL COMPONENT PRACTICAL COMPONENT Tests knowledge of firefighting equipment and fire behavior Tests endurance and teamwork skills Applications are open Nov. 1–Dec. 8, 2023 Scan the QR code or go to 43careers.com u The Coquitlam academy runs out of 1300 Pinetree Way. u The Port Moody academy runs out of 150 Newport Drive. 2024 Junior Firefighter Programs School District No. 43 is partnering with both Coquitlam Fire Rescue and Port Moody Fire Rescue to offer two different junior firefighting programs for 2024. These programs are open to SD43 students in grades 11 and 12, and help applicants understand the basic physical and educational components required of new recruits. EDUCATIONAL COMPONENT PRACTICAL COMPONENT Tests knowledge of firefighting equipment and fire behavior Tests endurance and teamwork skills Applications are open Nov. 1–Dec. 8, 2023 Scan the QR code or go to 43careers.com u The Coquitlam academy runs out of 1300 Pinetree Way. u The Port Moody academy runs out of 150 Newport Drive. Eden West Gourmet 96 Kyle St., Port Moody 604-939-6200 info@edenwestgourmet.ca Peruvian Arequipa Classics Chef Anahi Fri. Dec. 1, 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm Holiday Cookie Decorating Chef Sue Sun. Dec. 3, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm The Grazing Table Chef Sue Wed. Dec. 6, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm See all the cooking classes: https://edenwestgourmet.ca 2617 Murray Street ‘Brewers’ Row’ SHYPractice Yoga on Tap Sunday December 10th at 11am at Brave Brewing Co. Purchase tickets from SHYPractice, https://www.shypractice.ca/new-products/ yoga-on-tap-at-the-garden-beer-market The ticket includes one hour yoga lesson and a beer flight. All of our events can be found at our website: brave.beer Santa's Christmas Ships Rocky Point Pier December 1 The ships will be parading brightly lit vessels to spread holiday cheer throughout the Burrard Inlet, as we have since 1991. If you would like to watch from shore we will be at the Rocky Point Pier on December 1, which is a perfect place to get up close and watch. The boats all leave Reed Point Marina at 7:00 PM and typically get back to the marina around 9:00 PM. Hope to see you there! See our full schedule at: https://www.facebook.com/ santaschristmasships The Port Moody Film Society is excited to once again bring you the best films in a Real. Live. Theatre! Joyeux Noël Friday, December 8, 2023 7:30 pm Inlet Theatre and Galleria Admission: $5 for the movie and $5 annual membership fee required. Cash or cheque only (credit card and debit not available) Info: www.pmfilm.ca Ticket sales will begin at 6:45 on the night of the show and will be sold on a first come, first served basis. In 1914, World War I, the bloodiest war ever at that time in human history, was well under way. However, on Christmas Eve, numerous sections of the Western Front called an informal, and unauthorized, truce where the various front-line soldiers of the conflict peacefully met each other in No Man’s Land to share a precious pause in the carnage with a fleeting brotherhood. This film dramatizes one such section as the French, Scottish and German sides partake in the unique event, even though they are aware that their superiors will not tolerate its occurrence. Joyeux Noël is a compelling “War-what-is-it-good-for?” film; a simple, empathetic story based on a real event. PG-13 | 1 h 56 m | Drama/History | France/Germany/UK | 1997 December 2023 Page 6 Port Moody Events Newsletter A Song for Solstice Wednesday, December 13 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Inlet Theatre and Galleria Join Canadian vocal bands Quayside Voices and The UppaTones for an enchanting night of uplifting vocal harmonies. The evening promises a mix of holiday and pop covers to celebrate Winter Solstice. Tickets (includes fees): General Admission: $33.28 Students & Kid: $22.63 purchase tickets online at Eventbrite. Follow their adventures on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok at @QuaysideV. All aboard! West Coast Express Santa Train Is Back Saturday, Dec. 9 & 16 Port Moody 10:50 am Westbound Train Receive a free return ticket to ride the West Coast Express to Vancouver with a donation of a new, unwrapped toy for our SHARE Toy Bank. https://www.translink.ca/ When: 10am - 4pm on Sat, January 6 & Sun, January 7, 2024 Where: Inlet Centre Fire Hall, 150 Newport Drive, Port Moody Cost: By donation ($5 minimum) • Port Moody Firefighters Local 2399 are chipping Christmas trees this January ~ this will be a drive thru event • Please remove all tinsel and decorations before bringing your tree down. • Tree pick - up is available, please email burnfund2399@gmail.com for more information All proceeds go to BC Professional Fire Fighter ’ s Burn Fund. 2024 Drive - Thru Christmas Tree Chip 2024 Drive-Thru Christmas Tree Chip January 6th & 7th 10 am - 4:00 pm Inlet Centre Fire Hall, 150 Newport Dr. By Donation ($5 minimum) Port Moody Firefighters Local 2399 are chipping Christmas trees this January - this is a Drive-Thru Service. Please remove all tinsel and decorations before bringing your tree down. Tree pickup is available, please email burnfund2399@gmail.com for more information. All proceeds go to the BC Professional Firefighter's Burn Fund. When: 10am - 4pm on Sat, January 6 & Sun, January 7, 2024 Where: Inlet Centre Fire Hall, 150 Newport Drive, Port Moody Cost: By donation ($5 minimum) • Port Moody Firefighters Local 2399 are chipping Christmas trees this January ~ this will be a drive thru event • Please remove all tinsel and decorations before bringing your tree down. • Tree pick - up is available, please email burnfund2399@gmail.com for more information All proceeds go to BC Professional Fire Fighter ’ s Burn Fund. 2024 Drive - Thru Christmas Tree Chip Grab a photo with Santa Claus, Meet Scruffles the Christmas Elf and enjoy the live band! SUTHER BROOK VILLAGE Located on the corner of loco Road and Murray Street, Port Moody. Main access to underground parkade on Morrissey Road, just off Murray Street. Hosted by ONNI.COM Thursday December 7 th 2023 5:00pm – 8:00pm WINTER FESTIVAL Tri-Cities Seniors’ Action Society Christmas Zoom On-line Party Announcement Thursday, December 14th 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Free. Prizes. Christmas Trivia, Music, Memories and Stories. So much fun! Put it on your calendar. TCSAS Coffee Chat Wednesday, January 24th at the Coquitlam Grill starting at 9:30 am. Enjoy a free coffee and time to chat with other seniors. Mark your calendar. Stay informed and be invited to our numerous virtual Zoom events and informative in- person events that include amazing guest speakers, free lunches, and numerous draw prizes. Make our local “seniors’ voice” stronger in our community. Annual membership is $10. tcseniorsactionsociety@gmail.com Meat Draw Friday - sales start at 4:30 Saturday - sales start at 3:30 Proceeds of the Meat Draw go to charities in the community. Everyone welcome 2529 Clarke St., Port Moody 604-492-1840 Crib Sundays 1:00 pm Shuffleboard Thursdays 4:30 pm Come on in for a great relaxing meal or to hang out with your friends ! All welcome. December 2023 Page 7 Port Moody Events Newsletter The Port Moody Legion Tote Bag Workshop Saturday, Dec. 2nd, 4:00 - 6:00 PM We are thrilled to announce our upcoming Hand-Painted Tote Bag Workshop on Saturday, December 2nd. This workshop is a fantastic opportunity to come together and explore the world of artistry. Whether you're looking to create a meaningful holiday gift or simply wish to relax and let your creative juices flow, this event is tailored for all levels of artistic experience. Cost: $55.00 (Includes one tote bag and all required materials) Min. age of enrollment is 10 years old. Space is limited, so we encourage you to secure your spot at this exciting event. Reserve your place now via email at sandra@evelia.ca. Evelia Espinosa’s Art Studio 272 Newport Drive Saturday December 2nd, 2023 4:00 - 6:00 PM Workshop T O T E B A G R E G I S T E R N O W sandra@evelia.ca $55 Entry 272 Newport Drive, Port Moody Christmas Craft & Art Fair Saturday, Dec. 9th, 4:00-6:00 PM & Sunday, Dec. 10th, 12:00-4:00 PM Admission: Free We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to our upcoming Christmas Art & Craft Fair, where the magic of local art comes to life. Step into a world of creativity as our local artists showcase their imaginative talents through an array of one-of-a-kind crafts, paintings, cards, bookmarks, jewelry, and pottery. This fair is a celebration of the unique and the handmade, offering you the perfect opportunity to find distinctive treasures for your loved ones or yourself. But that's not all – our Christmas Art & Craft Fair is a family- friendly event with something for everyone. 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Help ensure the best patient centered care , with the right equipment , technolog y and programs for our communit y Open with Google Docs Share 2821 Murray Street Events page: https://twinsailsbrewing.com/events/ December 7th General Trivia with Smackdown Trivia 7PM December 14th Drag Bingo 8PM December 19th Comedy Show headlined by Alannah Brittany Tickets: https://shorturl.at/fhrE0 8:30PM December 21st Holiday Themed Trivia with Smackdown Trivia 7PM December 2023 Page 8 Port Moody Events Newsletter Saturday, December 2 10:00 am R aid your closet or a local thrift shop for the tackiest, itchiest, ugliest Christmas sweater you can find, pair with spandex, and get ready for the most fun you can have with your knitwear on! The Ugly Christmas Sweater Dash® invites you to celebrate the holidays by participating in an untimed 5km run/walk and finish off by warming up by the fire with a hot chocolate and cookies! Trophies for Ugliest Sweater, Best Group Costume, Ugliest Kids Sweater, Ugliest dog sweater. Registration includes an authentic Ugly Christmas Sweater Toque, bottomless hot chocolate, a pancake breakfast and holiday themed. Register: www.nowthatsugly.com Email: uglydash@gracechoievents.com Crossroads Annual 50/50 Christmas Raffle!! Get your tickets and get into Christmas Tickets are easy to buy and easy to give. Draw is on December 21st. All proceeds go to supporting Crossroads Hospice Society and the work we do. To buy, visit our website: www.crossroadshospice.org Celebrate a Life Tuesday December 5th at 7PM Register at www.crossroadshospice.org Crossroads’ annual winter remembrance ceremony. For many grievers, the thought of entering the holiday season without a loved one can be overwhelming and daunting. Celebrate a Life creates an opportunity to welcome your loved one into the holiday season which can become a source of comfort as you carry them in your heart. This remembrance ceremony invites individuals to bring a photograph of their loved one, light a candle in their honour and enjoy beautiful music from local musicians. This event is open to all of our communities, and is a free, non-denominational event. Registration is required. Port Moody Council Meetings December 12th at 7:00 p.m. To view a livestream of a council or a public hearing, visit portmoody.ca/watchlive. Check out our information on speaking during a public input period or a public hearing, or appearing as a delegation. https://calendar.portmoody.ca/meetings/Index Moody Ales & Co 2601 Murray Street https://www.moodyales.com Trivia Every Wednesday at 7:30p Sign up your team on our website now! $50 Gift Card for the Winner each week. NHL & NFL Join us to Cheer on Your Team. Now Showing NHL & NFL Games on the big screens in the lounge. Food & Drink Specials (Monday, Thursday and Sunday) Pitchers on special $20 (rotating beers) The Big Plate | Nachos $12 Sip and Shop Holiday Market Join us December 3, 10, & 17th from 4p-7p. Grab yourself a cold (or hot) one and shop up to 12 local vendors each week. Taking Donations for Share at the event. Brew Years Eve Party December 31 8p - 2a Come Ring in the New Years at Moody Ales!!! 19 + Event No Tickets, DJ, Special Cocktail. Our online store carries all our Olive Oils, Balsamic Vinegars and some of our gourmet foods and olive oil related products. CORPORATE/PRIVATE EVENTS We host evening in-store corporate and private tasting events, recipe demonstrations, and book signings. Private tasting events can be booked anytime after the Christmas season. Tasting Event for your family or friends including charcuterie (only $30 / person) We are now providing gift cards to all Olive the Best gift recipients between now and Christmas. 259A Newport Drive 604.492.0898 https://www.olivethebest.ca/visit-us/ Gift Idea December 2023 Page 9 Port Moody Events Newsletter Inlet Spring Regatta Saturday, April 20 Held at Rocky Point in Port Moody. Teams can still register for 200m races on Burrard Inlet before April 1. The Inlet Spring Regatta is an annual dragon boat race event held in April on Burrard Inlet in Port Moody at Rocky Point Park. It features 200m races in BUK boats and attracts teams from throughout BC. Inlet Regatta is the first dragon boat event of the season and features live music, a DJ, food trucks, vendors and a beer garden sponsored by Yellow Dog Brewing. Public viewing of the races will be available on the pier or from the shore. Come out and enjoy dragon boat action! Check us out on Facebook at Inlet Spring Regatta or see our website: https://www.inletspringregatta.com/ Kokomo Wreath Making Night 121 Brew Street Monday December 11th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm Let's get into the holiday spirit with wreath making at Kokomo Port Moody Included in your ticket: a menu item of your choice! (25% off additional items) seasonal warm beverages wreath making supplies + tools guided teacher to show us how it's done! New Year’s Day ~ Penguin Plunge January 1, 2024, 1pm at the Pier at Rocky Point Park Registration starts at 11:30 As this is a fundraiser for Pleasantside Community Association we ask participants pay $5 per person or $10 for a family of 4. Cash only please. Money collected goes towards programs at Old Orchard Hall. There will be sweet treats, coffee and hot chocolate for purchase. Rewind Beer Co. 2809 Murray Street Home of HighTop Pizza Check out our fixed menu for Holiday Parties office@rewindbeer.com https://rewindbeer.com 2731 Murray St. info@theparksidebrewery.com Trivia with Joe Leary Every Tuesday night at 7 PM Dusk Happy Hour Sundays to Thursdays 5pm to 9pm $1.00 off Pints of Dusk Pale Ale YELLOW DOG 2817 Murray Street https://yellowdogbeer.com Come on down to the tasting room at 6pm, December 27th in your best cowboy attire for some prizes and drink specials! Don’t forget, BYOB (bring your own boots) The Last Wednesday of Every Month BPM Tom you We Co you drin Do # ... Learn More 3d 2d Learn More 19h Learn More Port Moody Recreation Skate with Santa Dec. 17 1:00pm–2:30pm and 2:45pm–4:15pm Christmas Eve Skate Dec. 24 11:30am–1:00pm and 1:30pm-3:00pm New Year’s Eve Skate Dec. 31 11:30am–1:00pm and 1:30pm–3:00pm VectorStock® VectorStock.com/657805 INLET PHARMACY WALKING CLUB January 6th (weather dependent) 1:00 p.m. Join the IPWC for their monthly walking event. The walk will be approximately an hour and then we will return to the pharmacy for snacks and appies. Register at: SC@inletpharmacy.ca 50 Electronic Avenue Open Monday - Sunday, 9:30AM-7:30PM December Walking Group SHARE Family & Community Services More Tri-Cities families than ever are facing hunger. Help SHARE fill 1,000 hampers by donating cash. Cash donations help SHARE purchase more healthy, diverse, and balanced food choices at wholesale rates less than what you pay at the grocery store. Remember the Food Bank, remember your neighbours, and help SHARE ensure no one in our community goes hungry. Donate today: www.sharesociety.ca/rtfb Taps & Tacos 91 Moody Street $3 tacos during happy hour Monday through Friday, 2 to 5pm December 2023 Page 10 Port Moody Events Newsletter Tri-City Potters Tri-City Potters, tricitypotters.ca, is a non-profit society founded in 2007. Our meetings include a planned activity such as a guest speaker, demonstration, discussion of art by various members or a short hands-on workshop, and time to socialize. No charge to attend a meeting or two before joining. All are welcome. Membership is $35 yearly. Next meeting January 17th 7 pm to 9 pm (no meeting in December) Port Moody Arts Centre Guest presenter: Pat Schendel Her specialty is Crystal-glazing. We wish you Happy Holidays. Pacific Digital Photography Club Club meetings are held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 7:30 PM in the Drama room of Port Moody Secondary School. Membership is open to anyone interested in photography and guests are always welcome. Our meeting dates and agendas will be posted on the Upcoming Events, www.pdpc.ca/events. If you would like to join us for one of our meetings you are more than welcome. Simply send an email to: guest@pdpc.ca and we will send you the details for the me eting you’re interested in attending. Inlet Rowing Club Old Mill Boathouse 2715 Esplanade Avenue Welcome to Inlet Rowing Club. We’re a member-led rowing club located in beautiful Port Moody. Our goal is to promote the sport of rowing to our local community by offering various programs catered to all experience levels and ages. We offer a range of programs, including recreational programs, youth summer camps, and our popular learn-to-row program. http://www.inletrowingclub.com Port Moody Rock and Gem Club The Port Moody Rock and Gem Club provides facilities and events for those interested in the lapidary arts and earth sciences. Their lapidary workshop at Kyle Centre provides members with the tools needed to work stone for both jewelry and display. The membership meets monthly and participates in fieldtrips. EMAIL: info@portmoody.rocks Port Moody Curling Club Port Moody Recreation Complex 300 Ioco Road https://portmoodycurling.ca Sweeping Into the Holiday Bonspiel December 1st/2nd Registration opens Tuesday Oct. 10th $280.00 per team tax incl. Games: Cash Prizes 1.5 hr games Pool Format with playoffs for top teams Minimum 3 games Friday draws are 6:30pm and 8:30pm Saturday draws start at 8:30am Food: Friday snack bar Saturday coffee Saturday Build your own Hot Dog lunch Saturday catered dinner Entertainment: 50/50 Friday and Saturday Raffles/Door prize/Music The Theatrix Youtheatre Society register@theatrixyoutheatre.com (778) 766-3882 The Theatrix Youtheatre Society introduces children to the performing arts through classes in dance, drama, and music. THE PMOHA The Port Moody Oldtimers Hockey Association is an over 35 hockey league made up of 12 teams. They play every Thursday out of the Port Moody Recreation Center. https://www.pmoha.org Community Volunteer Connections We’ve supported volunteers and nonprofits in the TriCities region, since 1976. We promote volunteer engagement, volunteer opportunities, run volunteer management programs, hosted learning opportunities, and networking events. https://volunteerconnections.ca 754 PHOENIX AIR CADETS The Phoenix Squadron RCACS provide a program to develop leadership and citizenship skills in our community, promote physical fitness, and create interest in the Canadian Forces. We offer regular training programs. https://754aircadets.ca The Rotary meetings are held each Wednesday at 7:00 a.m. at St. James’s Well. The Rotary Club of Port Moody welcomes anyone who would like to join a group of enthusiastic people who love to give back to our Community. Please contact: lindabalzer@telus.net The Rotary Club of Port Moody City of the Arts Toastmasters Zoom Meetings Thursdays, 7:00-8:30pm Toastmasters is the art of communication, a voyage of discovery of places inside ourselves. For details to attend our meetings, please contact: Club Officers via Email our club president @ 604.483.5652 Yarilo Contemporary Music Society Yarilo’s mission is to explore new ideas in the contemporary repertory and present them in novel ways by involving other disciplines (poetry, multi-media, ballet).