Please email your upcoming events by the 20th of each month to: portmoodyeventsnewsletter@crnichols.ca W elcome to our April 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. Inlet Theatre Music Series Laughing Matters Saturday, April 6, 6-10 pm Doors open 6pm, Show 7:30-10pm Inlet Theatre and Galleria The Gaby Davis Foundation's 6th Annual Comedy Night Gala in support of families affected by childhood cancer in BC. The evening activities include appies, desserts, silent auction, balloon pop, door prize, 50/50, wine and beer for purchase and so much fun! Kevin Banner – HEADLINER Rachel Schaefer (as seen on CTV’s Roast Battle) – MC Steev Letts and Danielle Florence – Features Tickets online at Gaby Davis Foundation (No tickets at the door, 19+ No Minors) Regular tickets: $55 or VIP: $75 Details on Instagram and Facebook. Roy Forbes Saturday, April 27 7:30 pm (Doors open at 7pm) Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music with the incredible Roy Forbes - singing all your favourites! Roy Forbes is one of Canada’s best loved songwriters and performing artists. He’s been at it for over fifty years now and has picked up some tokens of appreciation from his peers along the way. There is a street named after him in his hometown of Dawson Creek in Northern B.C. and a star on Vancouver’s Granville Street where the names of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame members are enshrined. Tickets: $35 (plus fee & tax), purchase tickets online on Eventbrite. $45 at the door if not sold out. 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 A p r i l 2 0 2 4 Photo by Heather Dawson Noons Creek Hatchery is seeking over 100 volunteers to help with our 33rd Annual Fingerling Festival , being held on Saturday, May 4th, 2024 .This is a fun, free, family festival that runs from 11am to 3pm at the Noons Creek Hatchery, as well as exhibits in the Port Moody Rec. Centre Ice Rink, 300 Ioco Road. Access to the Hatchery is via the wooden foot bridge behind the ice rink. Volunteer Help is needed from 8am – 4pm for: • Setting up • Cooking in our fundraising food tent • Helping the dozens of environmental organizations • Helping the anticipated 5,000 visitors • And assisting with the release of salmon into Noons Creek. Volunteers of all ages are encouraged to register via our website: www.noonscreek.org/fingerling-festival Fingerling Festival VOLUNTEERS NEEDED April 2024 Page 2 Port Moody Events Newsletter Events at Outpost Contact hello@outpost.ca 3001 Saint Johns Street follow @outpost.ca on Instagram for the latest updates Timbertrain Coffee Cupping at Outpost Wednesday, April 17 1:00pm Pop by Outpost and join Timbertrain’s talented baristas as they guide you through coffee cupping, where you will taste a selection of Timbertrain’s coffees. Coffee cupping, or coffee tasting, is the practice of observing the tastes and aromas of brewed coffee. Timbertrain Coffee and a take home note sheet will be provided. No registration required. Good coffee, good beer, good food, good brands, good fun. Pop in and hang out! Visit www.outpost.ca/events for details. Ruzz Guitar's Allstar Band with special guest Paul Pigat May 17th Hailing from Bristol UK Ruzz brings his high energy Big Band Blues style to the Port Moody Inlet Theatre. This 8 piece band includes a line up of some of the Vancouver region's finest musicians. Tickets are selling fast. Lots of free parking and 10 minutes from Inlet Skytrain Station. You don't want to miss this one. Ticket link: https://portmoodyjamz. ticketspice.com/ruzz-guitars-allstar-band- with-special-guest-paul-pigat Thank you for supporting local live music Inlet Spring Regatta Saturday, April 20 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Held at Rocky Point in Port Moody. 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: www.inletspringregatta.com/ Port Moody’s City-Wide Garage Sale Saturday, April 20 9:00 am Start cleaning out the crawl space! Port Moody’s City-Wide Garage Sale happens on Saturday, April 20th. Register your house by April 8, and we’ll advertise your sale online. This is also a great opportunity to give away gently used goods your family no longer uses. Bargain hunters, look for a list of participating households online after April 10th. Improv Comedy Rumble Friday, April 26, 2024 7:30 pm & 9:30 pm Inlet Theatre and Galleria The 5-Star Rated Comedy Department has been wowing audiences at their sold- out shows in Vancouver and now they’re ready to deliver their biggest laughs in Port Moody! Watch Canada’s best improvisers in this hilarious clash of comedy titans. The ultimate showdown with massive laughs – it’s Improv Comedy Rumble! Tickets: $32.49 (including fees) Available advance online at EVENTBRITE or at the door. Purchase online tickets: 7:30pm Tickets: here 9:30pm Tickets: here Follow us on: Instagram - Facebook - TikTok - LinkedIn Register by April 8th at portmoody.ca/garagesale 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 VOLUNTEER There are a variety of volunteer opportunities in the City. https://www.portmoody.ca The POMO Museum 2734 Murray Street 604-939-1648 https://www.pomo.museum Hope Meets Action: Echoes through the Black Continuum Now until April 21st Join us at the POMO Museum for Hope Meets Action: Echoes through the Black Continuum. For more information visit us at: https://www.pomo.museum April 2024 Page 3 Port Moody Events Newsletter 3012 Murray Street Port Moody Salsa and Latin Dance Night Presented by: Salsa Dance Zone April 20, 8pm - 12am $15 admission at the door. No Minors SiteB is the ideal place to host community events, corporate parties, sports association gatherings, non-profit fundraisers etc. https://www.siteb.life/eventspace Port Moody Spring Market put on by The Collective Markets April 5th, 4pm - 10pm Love Cora Fundraiser - put on by The Love Cora Foundation April 6th, 7pm - Midnight All of our events can be found at our website: https://www.siteb.life/ eventspace#Section-Calendar Rhythm Rolltisserie put on by A2 Late to Sk8 April 26th It's happening! Get Ready to Glide into the Groove at "Rhythm Rolltisserie"! This 19+ event is set to light up SiteB in Port Moody with the vibrant energy of rollerskating and rhythm dancing. Join us for an evening where the Tri-Cities community rolls and dances together, creating memories that’ll last a lifetime. Bring your own skates (or dancing shoes) and join us at SiteB for an experience that promises to be the highlight of your spring! Secure your early bird tickets now and join the Rhythm Rolltisserie revolution! Let’s skate, dance, and celebrate together. #RhythmRolltisserie Early bird tickets $36 each! eTransfer to: amywiebelau@gmail.com. Hurry, though—prices rise to $42 after April 12th and tickets are limited. Join the Rhythm Rolltisserie revolution! Let's skate, dance, and celebrate together. #RhythmRolltisserie Walking/Running Track The Recreation Complex has a wheelchair accessible, rubber composite indoor walking track that overlooks the double gymnasium. The track is open during regular operating hours at a cost of $2.40 per person. Sessions are free of charge for adults 60+ daily from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Earth Week Monday, April 22, 2024 People around the world celebrate Earth Day as a way to demonstrate their commitment to protecting our planet. In Port Moody, we plan a whole week of activities to strengthen our connection with nature and raise awareness of how our activities affect the Earth. Community Game Day April 21, 12-5:30pm Tickets are $10 and the money goes to the POMO Museum and Crossroads Hospice Society. Reservations at BOARDGAMESANDTEA604@GMAIL.COM Love Letters Saturday, May 11th 2 pm and 7 pm Inlet Theatre Block your calendars for the perfect gift of love just in time for Mother’s Day 2024. The Pulitzer Prize-nominated “Love Letters” By A.R. Gurney featuring Mike Arseneault as Andrew and Zoe Royer as Melissa. “It’s a beautiful love story featuring flawed but relatable characters whose friendship and love stand the test of time”. New ticket platform: https://www.ticketowl.io IOCO Players Theatre Created in Port Moody, for Port Moody Hope you will come out, maybe audition, or volunteer backstage. We thank everyone for attending live theatre created by Port Moody’s resident volunteer community troupe. Additional updates will be provided in future copies of this newsletter and follow IOCO Players Theatre POMO on Facebook and Instagram. Questions: email us at iocoplayerspomo@gmail.com New ticket platform: https://www.ticketowl.io 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. MONTHLY EVENTS Trivia Thursday April 18, 6:30 p.m. Test Your Knowledge Refreshments by donation. Cribbage Tuesday April 23, 6:30 p.m. $5 entry fee, prizes. Snacks by donation Register: dorovino@shaw.ca or call 604-469-0288 WEEKLY EVENTS 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. Android / Apple Aces Class Fridays, 10:30-12:00 p.m. Learn to use your iPad, iPhone or android device in our group classes. RSVP Rosie, leischner@shaw.ca or Lorraine, l.kamp@shaw.ca to attend Group Apple Aces Class. RSVP Donna, catlady61@gmail.com to attend the Android class. Bridge Fridays, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. For information about The Club, email: infotheclubportmoody@gmail.com The Club Yearly Membership: $15 individual or $25 per couple 101 Noons Creek Dr. Port Moody 604-492-2595 April 2024 Page 4 Port Moody Events Newsletter Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation’s Bring on Spring 50/50 Raffle Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation presents the Bring on Spring 50/50 Raffle! Spring into the season and seize your chance to win big while supporting your community hospital! The deadline to purchase is April 10th at 4:00pm. The lucky winner will be revealed on April 11th. Visit: https://trellis.org/erhfbringonspring5050 to purchase your raffle tickets today. Participants must be a resident of British Columbia and 19+ to play. April 2024 Page 5 Port Moody Events Newsletter Join us on Thursday, April 11th for an artist talk and exhibition tour of Relational / Reflexive with Jason Young, as he shares insights on his process and production, inspiration and influences, as well as obstacles and breakthroughs. https://www.facebook.com/events/1131499134519356/ Our full show is open until May 6, 2024, come and see “Tafoni: Weathering” with Denise Jeffrey, Ellen Pelto, Celeste Snowber, Carolyn Sullivan, and Sande Waters. https:// pomoarts.ca/exhibitions/tafoni-weathering “Permission to Play” by Brianne Siu: https://pomoarts.ca/exhibitions/permission-to-play “Relational / Reflexive” by Jason Young: https://pomoarts.ca/exhibitions/relational-reflexive Adult Art Classes: Making Art with Thread & Paper: 18+ Yrs Information Botanical Watercolour Illustration: 18+ Yrs. Information Carve & Create: An Introduction to Block Printing: 18+ Yrs. Information Friday Night Painting in Oils - Eagles & Crows: 18+ Yrs. Information Drawing & Painting for Kids & Teens: Creative Watercolour : 9-11 Yrs. Information Creative Minds: 5-8 Yrs. Information Drawing Fundamentals: 9-11 Information Love of Drawing: 12-17 Yrs. Information Register now ! Mark Your Calendars! Port Moody Ecological Society Proudly Presents Our 33rd Annual Noons Creek Fingerling Festival Saturday, May 4, 2024 11am to 3pm FREE, FUN, FAMILY EVENT This environmental festival is the largest of its kind in the Lower Mainland, and gives children (and adults!) the opportunity to help release thousands of young chum salmon into Noons Creek as they begin their 4-year journey at sea. Also be sure to see the fish-rearing pond and restored wetland at the Noons Creek Hatchery (over the wooden bridge behind the Rec. Centre Ice Rink). And at the Port Moody Rec. Centre Ice Rink (300 Ioco Road), there will be dozens of displays from ecological, educational, and stewardship organizations, as well as a fund raising hot dog lunch. We’ll see you there! NOTICE: Stat Holiday Closures Monday, April 1, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Port Moody City Hall, Library, and the Recreation Complex are closed, Monday, April 1 in observance of Easter Monday. There will be no waste collection on Monday, April 1. All solid waste pickup moves forward one day. Monday’s pickup moves to Tuesday; Tuesday’s pickup moves to Wednesday, Wednesday’s pickup moves to Thursday, and Thursday’s pickup moves to Friday. Sign up to receive alerts through the PoMobile Solid Waste App at portmoody.ca/solidwasteapp. info@pomoarts.ca 604 931 2008 Port Moody Public Library Info: portmoodylibrary.ca askthelibrary@portmoody.ca 604-469-4577 April 2024 Page 6 Port Moody Events Newsletter Learn Microsoft Excel Thursday, April 4 6:00-7:30pm Spreadsheets are useful not only in the office, but also in our everyday life. They can help you stay organized, and keep tabs on your time, expenses, to-dos, and more. In this beginners’ workshop, we will learn how to use Microsoft Excel, one of the most popular spreadsheet programs. Basic computer skills required. Seed Swap Saturday, April 13 1:00-3:00pm Get ready for gardening season with a seed swap! Bring your extra seed packets, self harvested seeds, or unused seedlings to our swap and discover new treasures for your garden. We will also be joined by a Master Gardener to answer all your gardening and seed questions. Please come prepared with basic facts on the variety of plant and any planting information you have for the seeds you are bringing. Bags, labels, markers, and some seeds to swap will be provided. Drop-in Rock Painting for Adults Friday, April 12 1:00-2:00pm Create fun and whimsical pieces of art for your garden, kitchen, desk, or anywhere that needs a little brightening up! We’ll provide some designs you can follow along with, or you can create your own. All supplies will be provided. Adult Colouring Monday, April 15 2:00-3:00pm Looking to de-stress? Join us for a relaxing colouring session. All supplies provided. PMPL Book Club : An Evening with Colleen van Niekerk Wednesday, April 17 6:30-8:00pm Join us for a special edition of the PMPL Book Club. For April, we will be reading A Conspiracy of Mothers, the debut novel by local author Colleen van Niekerk. Van Niekerk will join us for a reading from the book, discussion, and Q&A. Crochet Circle Friday, April 19 1:30-2:30pm Join our circle of crochet enthusiasts to share and learn new techniques. Bring your supplies to work on your own project. For crocheters who are familiar with the basic stitches. Family Treasure Hunt Saturday, April 20 1:00-2:00pm Join us at the Library for a family-friendly treasure hunt and craft activity for kids of all ages, sponsored by the Library’s Teen Advisory Group. Drop-in. 259A Newport Drive 604.492.0898 https://www.olivethebest.ca/visit-us/ Tasting Event Tuesday, April 23rd 6:30 – 8:30pm $15.00 Join us for a fun and informative tasting event at Olive the Best, where you can explore the world of olive oils and vinegars. You will get a guided tour of our Ultra Premium extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars, and learn how to pair them with different foods and drinks. The price per person is only $15. We will provide still and sparkling water and fresh Cobs bread from our neighbours in Suter Brook. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drink to enjoy during this private event. All attendees get a 10% discount off any oils/vinegars during the event. Space is limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to experience the best of olive oils and vinegars at Olive the Best, Newport Village. www.olivethebest.ca/shop/tasting-event/ Infant and Child CPR with Safe Beginnings Sunday, April 14 12:45-2:45 at Kushala Yoga For parents, grandparents, and care givers of infants or young children. Come learn important lifesaving skills for the little ones in your life! We cover CPR, choking, and injury prevention for the whole family. www.safebeginnings.ca Register online at calendar.portmoodylibrary.ca April 2024 Page 7 Port Moody Events Newsletter Port Moody Recreation Centre 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 THE SEARCH FOR THE PERFECT PINT May 3rd, 2024 Port Moody’s premier beer tasting event Get your tickets now......Great gift for family members, friends. https://searchfortheperfectpint.ca/ West Coast Walkers Mondays, 10am-12pm starting April 8 Ages 50+ Explore Port Moody and neighboring cities with this social walking group. Meet new people and enjoy the outdoors. Register online. Creative Writing Mondays, 7-9:30pm starting April 8 Open to emerging and experienced writers of all genres. Receive critique, information, and support to improve your work. Register online. Bocce Wednesdays, 9:45am-11:15am Starting April 10 Enjoy the social game of Bocce, a low- impact activity to start your day and make new friends. Register Online. Learn to Draw Fridays, 1pm-2pm starting April 12 Explore drawing techniques using various media and materials. Taught by British illustrator Sarah Thompson. All materials provided. Register Online. Goat Milk Soapmaking Tuesday, April 16, 6:30-9:30pm Learn to craft Goat Milk Soap using fresh, raw milk from a local farm. Create a nourishing oat n' honey soap while retaining the benefits of lactic acid. Register Online Sign up for a Spring program for seniors in Port Moody starting in April! You can call 604-469-4556 or register online. Choose from the following: TriCity Strummers Wednesdays 2 pm to 3:45 pm At the Kyle Centre,125 Kyle Street UKULELES & SONGS Would you like to strum and sing a variety of folk, pop, jazz, country, & other songs with like-minded players? Come and join the TriCity Strummers at our gatherings. All who are 18+ years old are welcome! Drop-in fee $2.25 per session (free parking available). P a y t h r u : P o r t M o o d y D r o p - i n Adult and Senior Recreation. • We email a digital songlist weekly for you to download • Bring your own ukulele, downloaded music, & music stand • Please note that we do not offer any instruction, but beginners are welcome to come and join us. For more info please contact Andrea at 604-786-4678 or andreahorse@shaw.ca Pacific Digital Photography Club Zoom April 10th 7:00pm - Social; 7:30pm - Meeting Ted Nodwell: Talk on evaluating photos; how to take Portraits (family, workers, street). Look at past Photomotion shows - evaluation (why they were chosen). Zoom April 24th 7:00pm - Social; 7:30pm - Meeting View “Scary / Suspense” images from the Members’ project - “There be Giants”. View at past Photomotion shows - evaluation (why they were chosen). View Outing images. Look for PDPC display at the Port Moody Community Fair on June 8, 2024. Contact Dale, rdalemiles@shaw.ca or see our website pdpc.ca. www.pdpc.ca/events April 2024 Page 8 Port Moody Events Newsletter Inlet United Church at The Springs 2315 Spring Street, Port Moody Morning Coffee Drop-in at The Springs 10:30am to 12pm Thursday April 11 & 25 & May 9 & 23 Join us for some casual conversation & connection with neighbours. Everyone welcome! Drop in – No need to register. Refreshments will be provided. Labyrinth Walk at The Springs Thursday April 4 & May 2 12-1pm and 6:30-8pm Come for a calming, contemplative walk along the indoor labyrinth pathway at Inlet United Church at The Springs. This practice is open to all members of the community who seek peace, and a time for silent, moving meditation. Dawn Pemberton Concert at The Springs Saturday, April 20th More details to come soon! Visit our website at inletunited.ca/events for updates. The Springs Art Wall Project 2024 Community Meeting Tuesday April 23, 6:30-8pm Community Meeting for artist Atheana Picha to share the final design. Noons Creek Hatchery (Port Moody Ecological Society) Volunteers urgently needed to help raise Coho and Chum salmon all year round. We need more weekly volunteers: • Who can do some physical labour • Don’t mind dealing with cold water & weather at the Hatchery • Are interested in the science and the art of raising salmon • Are available 1 to 3 weekdays per week, 9am to 11am Also desirable: • Power tools experience • Being willing to volunteer longer term as there is salmon lifecycle training involved • Have some environmental stewardship skills. This can be perfect for retirees and those with flexible work situations. Is this you? If you think so, please come and check us out at the Hatchery (behind the Port Moody Rec. Centre Ice Rink), weekdays 9am to 11am! Contact Info: https://www.noonscreek.org/volunteer Hatchery Phone #: 604-469-9106 Monday April 15th $15 for large pepperoni pizzas 20% off all other menu items Emilio Finatti Pizzeria 604.469.8448 2818 St. Johns St. 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 Our restaurant is open to the public, so come on in for a great relaxing meal or grab a pint with friends. The Legion also offers a venue for all your family celebrations, social gatherings and private functions. Drop by or call Brenda, 604-492-1840, to hear what we can do for you. The Port Moody Legion Port Moody Council Meetings April 9 & 23, 7:00 p.m. Council meetings are generally held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month and commence at 7pm, in the Council Chambers, Port Moody City Hall. How to Co-Exist Safely with Coyotes Info Session (Coquitlam) Saturday, April 20, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Coyote breeding season is underway, which means they will be more active as they secure and protect territory. Sign up to attend a free information session, presented by the Stanley Park Ecology Society, and uncover common misconceptions about urban coyotes. Learn important tips to help keep your family and pets safe, what to do if you encounter a coyote and ways to manage attractants. Register by email at UrbanWildlife@coquitlam.ca Address of event: Maillardville Community Centre 1200 Cartier Avenue (Multipurpose Room 1) INLET PHARMACY WALKING CLUB Next date will be announced soon Anyone needing iron infusions, please call our pharmacy for any information. Register at: SC@inletpharmacy.ca 50 Electronic Avenue Open Monday - Sunday, 9:30AM-7:30PM To register for any event: https://business.tricitieschamber.com/chamberevents Mingle with Mayor West April 8, 4:30 - 6:00 pm Join Port Coquitlam Mayor - Brad West - and the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce on Monday, April 8 for this happy hour series. Your ticket includes complimentary appetizers and a beverage. Welcome to the Chamber Session April 24, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Are you curious about what your membership includes? Join our welcome session to discover all the amazing benefits waiting for you! From exclusive discounts and offers to building connections through our network, we have everything you need to help you make the most of your membership. Our team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and provide you with all the information you need to get started. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock your full potential and experience all the perks of being a member. Sign up now and let’s get started! 2024 Business Excellence Awards Gala April 27 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm FUTURE FUSION The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to the premiere Chamber event of the year on Saturday, April 27 at The Show Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Vancouver. Please join us and be part of this dazzling experience where we will be announcing the winners of our 24th Annual Business Excellence Awards! The evening will be filled with amazing food and drinks, great prizes and fun entertainment. We will begin the evening with a Champagne Reception at 6:00pm. The formal program will feature a delicious buffet dinner, award presentation and live music! Dress code: Black-Tie/Formal recommended. AGENDA 6:00 PM - Champagne Reception 7:00 PM - Award Presentation 7:30 PM - Buffet Dinner 10:00 PM - Entertainment 12:00 AM - End of Event April 2024 Page 9 Port Moody Events Newsletter 2024 Crossroads Hike for Hospice May 5 9:30AM - 12:30PM Port Moody City Hall Please join us at this year's Hike for Hospice event in Port Moody on Sunday May 5th starting at 9:30am. This is our premier outdoor event promoting the importance of hospice care and grief support. Hike for Hospice is a pledge-based, national event. The purpose of the 5km walk is not only to raise much needed funds, but also to raise awareness for hospice palliative care and grief support. We would also like to take this opportunity to highlight and celebrate the wonderful work our volunteers and professionals in the field perform daily. Come out and join the fun! This year our hike starts at the Port Moody City Hall at 9:30am where hikers can enjoy warm up exercises, opening remarks from special guests and refreshments. After the hike, there will be entertainment, a craft table for the kids, ice cream, and a BBQ by donation for all participants. Since 1988, Crossroads Hospice Society has served our communities by providing compassionate, quality care to people with life-limiting illness. We provide hospice support through our 10-bed facility, grief services, and thrift store operations in the community. One hundred percent of the proceeds raised at Hike for Hospice support the services and programs at Crossroads. Join thousands of others across Canada, hiking in support of hospice care and services. We encourage hikers of all ages and abilities, as well as their beloved four-legged friends, to come out to this fun community event that is growing larger every year. City of the Arts Toastmasters Thursdays, 7:00-8:30pm (Zoom) Toastmasters is the art of communication, a voyage of discovery of places inside ourselves. For details contact our club president @ 604.483.5652 Hamper pickups: Sundays and Mondays Anyone wishing to sign up for a hamper needs to register on our website in advance https://thepeoplespantry.ca/get-help/ Volunteers: Please register online at https:// thepeoplespantry.ca/give-help/#volunteer The People’s Pantry Food Recovery Society 2909 Hope Street, Port Moody Closed Easter Monday April 1st Donations: Donate food and/or make a financial donation for which we would be very grateful, please visit our links on our website https://thepeoplespantry.ca/give- help/#donatefunds You can follow us on FB, IG and our website, https://thepeoplespantry.ca/ April 2024 Page 10 Port Moody Events Newsletter The Port Moody Film Society is excited to once again bring you the best films in a Real. Live. Theatre! Like Father Like Son Friday, April 12, 7:30 pm Inlet Theatre and Galleria This film directed by Japanese master Hirokazu Kore-eda, tells the story of Ryota, a successful workaholic businessman who he learns that his biological son was switched with another boy after birth. He faces the difficult decision whether to choose his biological son or the boy he and his wife have raised as their own for six years. Sensitively written, smartly directed, and powerfully performed, Like Father, Like Son uses the situation to examine both nature and nurture while dealing with ties that simply can’t be broken, and ponders the meaning of family. Drama | No Rating | 2hr 1min | Japan | 2013 | Japanese with English subtitles 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. pmfilm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ LikeFatherLikeSonP2.jpg Trailer for Like Father, Like Son Tri-Cities Seniors’ Action Society 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 Port Moody Farmers Market Sundays, April 7,14,21,28 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. April 21 - City of Port Moody Earth Day Tree Giveaway April 28 - Last Day of Winter Market Season The Port Moody Farmers Market will re open for the summer season and will be open on Wednesdays from 3pm-7pm starting June 5. 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 Wednesday April 17, 7 pm Port Moody Arts Centre “Memories of Jingdezhen Rekindled” The guest presenters at our Tri-City Potters Monthly meeting in April will be five of our own members who in 2010 travelled to Jingdezhen, China’s “porcelain capital” to do a two-week artist residency at the famous Pottery Workshop School. We will show slides and artifacts to illustrate our amazing adventure: learning traditional ceramics techniques, visiting exhibitions and artists’ studios. We will also discuss and show how this wonderful experience has influenced our own work in ceramics since then. Inlet Rowing Club Old Mill Boathouse, 2715 Esplanade Ave http://www.inletrowingclub.com Inlet Rowing Club is currently running Learn to Row Programs for both juniors (ages 13-18) and adults 13+. Fill out the contact form @ Inletrowingclub.com for upcoming dates. 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. 224 Newport Drive 778-872-2460 coquitlam@steamoji.com https://www.steamoji.com/canada-bc-coquitlam April 13th, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM • A day filled with STEM activities (Scribble Bots, Vex Robotics, 3D pens & Spirographs to create AI-inspired artwork). • Participants can win prizes including gift cards, 3D pens, Steamoji t-shirts and hats. Book your free trial class today!!!! Training the next Generation of Innovators GRAND OPENING April 2024 Page 11 Port Moody Events Newsletter All of our events can be found at our website: brave.beer April 2nd 6pm-8pm Pride Pours : a casual gathering for 2SLGBTQIA+ Community April 3rd 6pm-8pm Beers & Bitcoin : A gathering to discuss about crypto updates April 7th 11am-12pm Yoga On Tap : with SHYPractice April 9th 6:30pm-8:30pm Art By Alison: (Paint Nite) : https://tockify.com/emptycanvasparty/ detail/1233/1712712600000 April 16th 6pm-8pm Board & Games : gathering to play board games & drink beer and social April 19th 8pm-Late DJ Chris Love and K Trax : a DJ night April 21st 12pm-9pm Crisp Cuisine with Chef Mark : reserve your spot for food specials: https://crispcuisine.ca/about/ April 27th 1pm-8pm Flash Tattoo Pop Up : Tattoo artist coming to brave to do flash tattoos From: Moody Ales&Co beer@moodyales.com Subject: April Trivia At Moody Ales & Co Date: March 25, 2024 at 4:37 PM To: cathy_nichols@mac.com Come on out for our Trivia Nights in April Join us every Wednesday night in April for our epic Trivia Nights starting at 7:30 PM. Whether you're a Disney fanatic, a Swiftie, a die-hard O ffi ce fan, or a wizarding aficionado, we've got something for everyone! ! Sign up now through the link and secure your spot for a night of fun, laughter, and friendly competition! Sign up here Come on out for our Trivia Nights in April Join us every Wednesday night in April for our epic Trivia Nights starting at 7:30 PM. Whether you're a Disney fanatic, a Swiftie, a die-hard Office fan, or a wizarding aficionado, we've got something for everyone! Sign up now through the link and secure your spot for a night of fun, laughter, and friendly competition! 2731 Murray St. Port Moody info@theparksidebrewery.com Follow us on Instagram at @parksideevents for more details on our upcoming events! Saturday, April 6th Limited Release Party! Come join us as we launch our newest limited release beer! Monday, April 22nd Candle making workshop with Tallu & Co Make one for yourself or as a gift for Mother's Day. More details to come soon. YELLOW DOG 2817 Murray Street https://yellowdogbeer.com Western Wednesdays April 24th, 6:00pm Come on down to the tasting room in your best cowboy attire for some prizes and drink specials! Don’t forget, BYOB (bring your own boots) April 2024 Page 12 Port Moody Events Newsletter Eden West Gourmet 96 Kyle St., Port Moody 604-939-6200 info@edenwestgourmet.ca There are still spots available for some April Cooking Classes Thursday April 4th, with Chef Valentine: French Seafood Night Saturday April 13th, with Chef Sue: Crazy for Croissants Wednesday April 17th, with Chef Bruno Feldeisen (from the Great Canadian Baking Show): Spring Coastal Menu Thursday April 18th, with Chef Glenys: Stanley Tucci’s Big Night Friday April 19th, with Chef Valentine: Flavors of the Sun Saturday April 20th, with Chef Sue: Baguette and Lunch in Paris Thursday April 25th, with Chef Toon: Northern Thai Cuisine Friday April 26th, with Chef Luis: Northern Mexican Experience Saturday April 27th, with Chef Sue: French Macaron Tuesday April 30th, with Chef Glenys: Spring Time in Italy See all the cooking classes: https://edenwestgourmet.ca CALENDAR OF EVENTS APRIL All month Eden West Gourmet - Cooking Classes Until Ap 21 Hope Meets Action - POMO Museum 1 Stat Holiday 1-10 Eagle Ridge Hospital - 50/50 Raffle 2 Pride Pours - Brave Beer 2,9,26,23 Walking Group - at The Club (& 30) 2,9,26,23 Knit/Stitch & Connect - The Club (&30) 3 Beers & Bitcoin - Brave Beer 3,10,17,24 TriCity Strummers - Kyle Centre 3,10,17,24 Moody Ales & Co - Trivia Night 4 Learn Microsoft Excel - Library 4 Labyrinth Walk at The Springs 4,11,18,25 Port Moody Legion - Shuffleboard 4,11,18,25 Game Time - at The Club 4,11,18,25 The One Sixty Cafe - Roast Beef Dinner 5 Port Moody Spring Market - SiteB 5,12,19,26 Port Moody Legion - Meat Draws 5,12,19,26 Android/Apple Aces Class - at The Club 5,12,19,26 Bridge - at The Club 6,13,20,27 Port Moody Legion - Meat Draws 6 Love Cora Fundraiser - SiteB 6 Limited Release Party - Parkside 6 Laughing Matters 7 Green Shirt Day 7 Yoga On Tap - Brave Beer 7,14,21,28 Crib - Port Moody Legion 7,14,21,28 Port Moody Farmers Market 8,15,22,29 West Coast Walkers - Rec. Centre 8,15,22,29 Creative Writing - Recreation Centre 9 Art By Alison: Paint Nite - Brave Beer 9 & 23 Port Moody Council Meetings 10,17,24 Bocce, Recreation Centre 10 & 24 Pacific Digital Photography Club Mtg. 11 Artist Talk & Tour - Jason Young 11 & 25 Morning Coffee Drop-in at The Springs 12,19,26 Learn to Draw - Recreation Centre 12 Like Father Like Son - Inlet Theatre 12 Rock Painting for Adults - Library 13 Seed Swap - Library 13 Steamoji - Grand Opening 14 Infant and Child CPR-Safe Beginnings 15 Adult Colouring - Library 15 Emilio Finatti Pizzeria - Grand Opening 16 Goat Milk Soapmaking - Rec. Centre 16 Board & Games - Brave Beer 17 PMPL Book Club - Library 17 Timbertrain Coffee Cupping at Outpost 17 Tri-City Potters Meeting 18 Trivia - at The Club 19 Crochet Circle - Library 19 DJ Chris Love and K Trax - Brave Beer 20 Dawn Pemberton Concert - The Springs 20 Salsa Latin Dance Nights - SiteB 20 Family Treasure Hunt - Library 20 Inlet Spring Regatta 20 Port Moody’s City-Wide Garage Sale 20 How to Co-exist Safely with Coyotes 21 Community Game Day - POMO Mus. 21 Crisp Cuisine with Chef Mark - Brave 22 Earth Week 22 Candle Making Workshop - Parkside 23 The Springs Art Wall Project Meeting 23 Olive the Best - Tasting Event 23 Cribbage - at The Club 24 Welcome to the Chamber Session 26 Improv Comedy Rumble 26 Rhythm Rolltisserie - SiteB 27 Roy Forbes - Inlet Theatre Music 27 Business Excellence Awards Gala 27 Flash Tattoo Pop Up - Brave Beer MAY 2 Labyrinth Walk at The Springs 3 Search for the Perfect Pint - Rotary 4 Noons Creek Fingerling Festival 5 Crossroads Hike for Hospice 6 Artist Talk - POMO Arts 8 Donate Blood - Inlet Centre Fire Hall 9 & 23 Morning Coffee Drop-in at The Springs 11 Love Letters - IOCO Players Theatre 17 Ruzz Guitar’s Allstar Band JUNE 1 Shred-a-Thon - Rotary 15 Grease Lightning - Rec. Centre Port Moody Curling Club Port Moody Recreation Complex https://portmoodycurling.ca Saturday, June 15th 6:00pm -11:00 pm Port Moody Recreation Centre A community fundraiser to kick start Low Entropy’s Empower Home Program https:// lowentropy.org/about-us/empowerhome/. Tickets: $75 includes Hor D’oeuvres and desserts. Green Shirt Day Organ Donor Awareness across Canada. https://register.transplant.bc.ca