Upcoming Events for Children, Parents, and Families
Monthly Events
January
Terry Fox Library
Babytime.(0 - 17 months)
Thursdays: January 13 – February 3, 10:15am – 10:40am
Free Registration begins December 30
Family Storytime (all ages)
Wednesdays: January 12 – February 2, 10:15 – 10:45am
Everyone welcome, no registration required
School District 43
After school community programming at both Miller Park and Seaview Community Schools begins January 24 and will run five days per week until March 18. Programs include Rhythmic Gymnastics, Karate, and a variety of sports activities as well as arts and crafts programs. Programs will repeat from April 11 to June 3. These programs are open to all children between 6 and 11 years.
For further information on these programs please contact Steve Brown-John at 604 230-1233 or sbrown-john@sd43.bc.ca
February
Terry Fox Library
Babytime.(0 - 17 months)
Mondays: February 14 – March 7, 10:15am – 10:40am
Free Registration begins January 31
Family Storytime (all ages)
Fridays: February 18 – March 11, 10:15 – 10:45am
Everyone welcome, no registration required
Reading Buddies (for Teens)
Tuesdays: February 1 – March 15 3:30-4:00 pm
Volunteer as a reading buddy to a child in Grades 1-3 and help them improve their reading skills so that they see how cool reading is! This is also a great way to gain volunteer hours for your Community Work Experience requirement and will look awesome on your resume. Pick up an application at the Terry Fox Library Info Desk.
For further information call (604) 927-7999
March
Terry Fox Library
Babytime.(0 - 17 months)
Thursdays: March 24 – April 14, 10:15am – 10:40am
Free Registration begins January 31
Family Storytime (all ages)
Fridays: March 25 – April 15, 10:15 – 10:45am
Everyone welcome, no registration required
magicshow2go (Spring Break Special)
Monday, March 21, 10:30 – 11:15am
At just 7 years old Matthew Johnson got the gift of a magic set and the bug bit! He is now an established magician, juggler, comedian and actor with an infectious performing style. You cannot help but be instantly transfixed and engaged from the second the show starts to the final bow!
Everyone welcome; no registration required
Ultimate Canucks Trivia Bingo (for Adults)
Wednesday, March 9, 7:00-8:30 pm
Test your trivia knowledge in this fun and interactive evening. Your host and quizmaster for the evening is a stats guru whose work has appeared in the Vancouver Canucks programs and the annual media guide. This program is open to adults, teens and children under 12 accompanied by an adult.
To reserve a spot for this free program please call 604-927-7999
World Cultures Month: Travel to India (for Adults)
Monday, March 14, 7:00-8:00 pm
Ever wanted to know more about India, the world’s largest democracy? Join Langley photojournalist John Gordon, winner of both provincial and national photography awards, for an informative presentation documenting his recent trip to India.
To reserve a spot for this free program please call 604-927-7999
Get out your gardening gloves: Learn how to design succulent and alpine planters (for Adults)
Monday, March 28, 7:00-8:30 pm
Embrace the start of spring by learning to make your own succulent and alpine planters. Succulents have taken off in popularity over the past few years and are a great addition to any modern garden or patio. City of Port Coquitlam gardener, James Bobick, will be demonstrating how to put together these planters, as well as explaining the cultural requirements to grow them successfully. One of the planters will be given away as a door prize!
Register at the Information Desk, or call 604-927-7999.
School District 43
Our fourth annual Spring Break camps will be taking place this year at Seaview, Miller Park and Central Community Schools. In partnership with SFU we offer the ‘School of Wonderstanding’. This has typically been a four or five day program that offers an opportunity for twenty plus student teachers to work together and to work with about 80 children. Student teachers receive credit for their organization and creativity while the children have a fabulous time. Exact dates are to be determined.
For further information on these programs please contact Steve Brown-John at 604 230-1233 or sbrown-john@sd43.bc.ca.
April
City of Port Coquitlam Parks and Recreation
Kids Only Swap and Shop at the PoCo Rec Complex
Sunday, April 10 (9am -1pm).
See flyer for more details.
Art Attack HC(5-10 yrs)
Many different Art projects are planned for a fun after school program. Foam, clay, collaging, pastels, crayons and pencil crayons, exploring paint on canvas and much more. An art book will be created to take home on the last class to exhibit your work. Just Fun ART!!!!
Friday, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Hyde Creek
Session 1, April 15 - May 13
4 / $32
Art Programs Art Shop (11-14 yrs)
Art projects are planned around Master Artists. We will work on projects that focus on process, creating and the use of many different mediums. A portfolio of your art will be created to exhibit your work.
Monday, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Hyde Creek
Session 1, April 11 - May 9
4 / $40
Kids in the Garden (5 -10 yrs)
April Showers bring May Flowers and the fun of planting and outdoor activities. Children will learn about different flowers, plant vegetables and explore the outdoors. Please wear clothes that can get dirty!!
Monday, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Hyde Creek
Session 1, April 11 - May 9
4 / $45
Kids in the Kitchen (5 -10 yrs)
Children will learn one meal plan each session from an appetizer and drinks, salads, a main meal (could be breakfast, lunch or dinner), after school snack and dessert. A recipe book will be included with all the tasty treats. Please send your child with an apron.
Wednesday, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Hyde Creek
Session 1, April 13 - May 11
5 / $45
May
City of Port Coquitlam Parks and Recreation
Art Attack HC(5-10 yrs)
Many different Art projects are planned for a fun after school program. Foam, clay, collaging, pastels, crayons and pencil crayons, exploring paint on canvas and much more. An art book will be created to take home on the last class to exhibit your work. Just Fun ART!!!!
Friday, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Hyde Creek
Session 2, May 20 - Jun 17
5 / $40
Art Programs Art Shop (11-14 yrs)
Art projects are planned around Master Artists. We will work on projects that focus on process, creating and the use of many different mediums. A portfolio of your art will be created to exhibit your work.
Monday, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Hyde Creek
Session 2, May 16 - Jun 13
4 / $40
Kids in the Garden (5 -10 yrs)
April Showers bring May Flowers and the fun of planting and outdoor activities. Children will learn about different flowers, plant vegetables and explore the outdoors. Please wear clothes that can get dirty!!
Monday, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Hyde Creek
Session 2, May 16 - Jun 13
4 / $45
Kids in the Kitchen (5 -10 yrs)
Children will learn one meal plan each session from an appetizer and drinks, salads, a main meal (could be breakfast, lunch or dinner), after school snack and dessert. A recipe book will be included with all the tasty treats. Please send your child with an apron.
Wednesday, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Hyde Creek
Session 2, May 18 - Jun 15
5 / $45
July
School District 43
School District Community School Summer Day Camps will take place at Seaview and Central Community Schools for six weeks beginning on July 4, 2011.
For further information on these programs please contact Steve Brown-John at 604 230-1233 or sbrown-john@sd43.bc.ca
Ongoing Programs/Events
City of Port Coquitlam Parks & Recreation
Beyond the Bell Program at your School Grades.
K-5 Participate, Play, Make friends! Beyond the Bell is a fun after school recreation program operating at many Port Coquitlam elementary schools.
Check the website to see if your school is participating. www.experienceit.ca
A variety of programs to choose from:
- Sports & Games Club
- Indoor Floor Hockey Club
- Art Attack
- Cartooning/Book making
- Dance Programs
- Indoor Soccer Club
- Boot Camps
- New Skateboarding Program for Spring
For more information contact Rosalyn Delaney at 604-927-7930
Sports Clubs Everyday After School (5-10 yrs)
Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
1379 Laurier Avenue, Port Coquitlam
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| soccer | all sports | gymnastics | floor hockey | basketball |
Free with Your Grade 5 Get Active Card (must pre-register)
See website for prices. www.experienceit.ca
Parents - Need a Night Out to Yourselves? Swim Movie Pizza (7-10 yrs)
What a way to spend a Friday evening! Swim with your friends then kick back and watch a video while you munch pizza & drinks. Register early. Numbers are limited and it fills up quickly! Bring your own snacks for the movie if you wish.
Friday, 5:30 - 9:15pm, Hyde Creek
March 11, April 8, May 6, June 3, and June 24
1 / $15
Jelly Bean Dances! (Grades 4, 5, and 6)
Now on the North and South Side
Join your friends to listen to some great music, learn some new dance moves, play games, and socialize with others your age.
A fully supervised event by the tots and children's recreation staff team. Parents welcome to attend!
Fridays, 6:15 - 9:15pm. No Ins and Outs! Mark your Calendars now!
| Mar 18 | Something Green | Poco Rec Complex |
| Apr 29 | Spring Bling | Hyde Creek Centre |
| May 27 | Jersey Party | Poco Rec Complex |
| Jun 17 | Nerd Night | Hyde Creek Centre |
| Sep 23 | Glow Stick | Poco Rec Complex |
| Oct 28 | Halloween | Hyde Creek Centre |
| Nov 25 | Black Friday | Poco Rec Complex |
| Dec 9 | Black and White Ball | Hyde Creek Centre |
We will have minute to win it games and draws to win prizes. Concession items for purchase.
Tickets available the Sunday prior to the dance at Hyde Creek Recreation Centre or the Poco Rec Complex.
Cost: $6 per person in advance; $8 on dance night
Visit pocoyouth.com or portcoquitlam.ca/jellybean for more information
Terry Fox Library
Saturday Story Times. (all ages)
3rd Saturday of each month: January 15, February 19, March 19, April 16
11:00 - 11:30am
Everyone welcom; no registration required.
Pyjama Story Times. (all ages)
1st Wednesday of each month: January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6
6:45 – 7:15 pm
Everyone welcom; no registration required.
Coffee Mug Club: Terry Fox Book Club. (for Adults)
Fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm.
Next meetings: January 26, February 23, March 23, April 27
New members are welcome. Phone Kim for further information at 604-942-9598.
English Practice Group. (for Adults)
Every Thursday; 12:30-2:00 pm.
Practice English in a friendly, social situation. Presented by SHARE Family & Community Services. .
Drop-in, everyone welcome
Adult Basic Education English Class . (for Adults)
Monday and Wednesday afternoons; 12:30-3:30 pm.
Upgrade your reading, writing and vocabulary skills. Presented in partnership with Coquitlam Continuing Education. Registration is ongoing.
Please register at Continuing Education, 380 Montgomery Street, Coquitlam, 604-936-4261. Please take 3 pieces of required ID with you to register.
Tri-City Transitions. Port Coquitlam
For Kids Sake: Separation/Divorce Parenting Workshops.
Are you a parent who is going through or has gone through a separation or divorce? Learn what you can do to help reduce the impact on your child. For details and registration please call 604-941-7111.
For Kids Sake: Children of Separation/Divorce Groups (6 - 12 years).
Mondays/Tuesdays 4:00 - 5:30 (8 weeks) ongoing registration.
A parent’s divorce or separation can be a confusing and scary time for children. Children may seem depressed, act out aggressively or seem needier. Our children’s groups aim to help children understand and cope with their feelings in a supportive and creative environment. Children will learn that their feelings are okay, how to cope with the changes and their feelings about those changes and share experiences with their peers. For details and registration please call 604 941 7111.
Empowering Mother’s Group
Thursdays 6:30 to 8:30 (8 weeks) Now accepting registration. Start date to be determined.
For details and registration please call 604-941-7111.
The Empowering Mother’s Program, winner of the United Community Spirit Award is offering a 8 week creative parenting group. This group will cover the impact that family violence has on children, parenting styles, developmental stages, how to help children cope with their feelings, dealing with boundaries, how to discipline to make a positive difference and effective communication.
Secrets to Fatherhood: A Fathers Only Parenting Group - Mondays 6:30 to 8:30 pm (8 weeks) Now accepting registration. Starts June 28.
For details and registration please call 604-941-7111.
A group for Dads who have been impacted by family conflict to learn strategies for effective parenting, learn skills to reinforce the behaviour you want and raise responsible kids. An opportunity for Dad’s to learn how to uncover the best in their children.
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