WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
Registered dieticians will be at the Real Canadian Superstore 3 to 7 p.m., on March 20 to answer questions and share tips in celebration of Nutrition Month, 1301 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam.
World Film Night , a presentation by the Terry Fox Library, features The White Ribbon, a German film from 2009. Filmed in black and white, this Palme d 'Or winning movie depicts the life of a family in Germany after the First World War. The film begins just after 6 p.m., 2470 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam. Refreshments will be sold by the Friends of the Terry Fox Library during intermission.
SHARE Family & Community Services Society hosts a free drug and alcohol information session, from 7 to 8: 30 p.m. at 2615 Clarke St. in Port Moody (second floor). This series, which runs Wednesdays through March 27, is for people who have an alcohol or drug problem, those concerned about their use, or those concerned about someone else's use. The format consists of a video, brief presentation and open discussion. The March 20 topic is "Substance affected: How others misues or abuse of alcohol and drugs affects us."
THURSDAY, MARCH 21
The Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society holds its general meeting, 1 p.m. at the Leigh Square Museum and Archives, 2100-2253 Leigh Sq., Port Coquitlam. A tour of the newly-opened site will take place. Info: www.pocoheritage. org.
The Northeast Coquitlam Ratepayers Association hold its monthly meeting, 7 p.m. in Victoria Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr., Coquitlam. All Burke Mountain residents are invited. Info: 604941-2260.
FRIDAY, MARCH 22
Coquitlam Public Library hosts Storytime for Babies on Fridays, from 11 to 11: 30 a.m. at the City Centre branch, 1169 Pinetree Way. Parents, caregivers and babies (under two years old) are invited for songs, rhymes and stories. Info: 604-554-7334 or www.library. coquitlam.bc.ca.
SUCCESS celebrates its 40th anniversary with a Multicultural Fun Day for seniors, 1 to 5 p.m. at Henderson Place Mall's centre court, 1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. On site will be community groups and service groups showcasing their services for seniors. Come for the information, stay for the entertainment. Info: cctricities@success.bc.ca or 604-468-6000.
The Terry Fox Library hosts a quiz and celebration on Port Coquitlam's 100th birthday, 2 to 3 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Test your knowledge of historical facts for a chance to win a prize. Presented by the Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society. Info: 604927-7999.
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
The Burke Mountain Naturalists invite the public to Colony Farm Regional Park, 9: 30 a.m., to take a Great Blue Heron Nature Walk. See great blue herons and other birds on a guided tour. Suitable for the whole family. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Colony Farm Road off Lougheed Highway in Coquitlam. Info: www.bmn.bc.ca.
The Crossroads Hospice Society Thrift Store offer a one-day only fine art and collectibles sale, 9: 30 a.m. to 4: 30 p.m., 2780 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam. Spotlighted among the artwork displayed is the work of Alaskan artist Rie Munoz, donated by Sandra Andrew. Info: info@crossroadshospice.bc.ca.
The Surrey Trekkers will be taking a 10-kilometre walk along the Coquitlam River, and invite members of the community to join in. Registration is at 9: 30 a.m. in Lions Park, 2300 Lions Way, Port Coquitlam. Info: 604-584-0039.
The Coquitlam Skating Club celebrates its 50th anniversary with a presentation of "Enchanted Tales on Ice," 1 and 7 p.m. at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Two fairy tales will be told and acted out by CSC members. Tickets are $14 for adults, $8 for children and seniors. Following the matinee performance, there is a Skate with the Stars, with separate tickets required. Info/tickets: www. skatecoquitlam.com or phone 604-936-0707.
SUNDAY, MARCH 24
The Coquitlam Skating Club celebrates its 50th anniversary with a presentation of "Enchanted Tales on Ice," 1 p.m. at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Two fairy tales will be told and acted out by CSC members. Tickets are $14 for adults, $8 for children and seniors. A Skate with the Stars will follow the matinee, with separate tickets required. Info/ tickets: www.skatecoquitlam. com or phone 604-936-0707.
MONDAY, MARCH 25
Port Coquitlam Stroke Recovery Club meets Mondays at 11: 30 a.m. at Wilson Centre. Those who have had a stroke, and their caregivers, are welcome. Info: 604-942-2334.
Mood Disorders Association of BC (Coquitlam) hosts a support group every second and fourth Monday of the month at 6: 50 p.m. at the Burquitlam Lions Care Centre, 560 Sydney Ave., Coquitlam. Info: Anne at 604-941-4721 or Mood Disorders Association of BC office at 604-873-0103.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26
Fibromyalgia Support Group meets at 1 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Public Library, 575 Poirier St. Information: Julie Park at 604-936-6027.
Port Moody Public Library hosts Twilight Tales storytime, for kids up to six years of age and their parents/guardians. Children are encouraged to come in pyjamas for relaxing stories and songs to end a busy day, from 6: 30 to 7 p.m. on the last Tuesday of the month, 100 Newport Dr. This is a free, drop-in program with parental/guardian participation required. Info: 604-469-4577.
Fraser Pacific Rose Society meets 7: 30 p.m. at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: 604-931-5120.
ONGOING
North Fraser Alzheimer Resource Centre offers monthly caregiver support groups in Coquitlam and PoCo. Info: 604-298-0780.
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