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Story Time for Families
Branch - Poirier · Coquitlam, BC
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
During Family Story Time, we will share picture books, songs, and rhymes that you can enjoy with your whole family! Stories, songs, and rhymes help children gain pre-reading skills and develop a love of reading. This Family Story Time was created for children 0 - 5 years old. Note: no story time on December 12 due to Santa Story Time at City Centre. If you have any questions, please email Chris Miller at…
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Public Arts in Public Cities
Branch - City Centre · Coquitlam, BC
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Join Indigenous planner, filmmaker, and educator, Kamala Jasmine Todd for a public talk considering the importance of Indigenous visibility and re-storying urban landscapes in thinking about how we build health, culturally resilient cities. In partnership with ArtsConnect. Registration recommended. ArtsConnect gratefully acknowledges the support for this talk through Spirit of Coquitlam Grant. Artist Bios & more…
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Scratch the Surface
Branch - City Centre · Coquitlam, BC
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Join this teen volunteer team-led program to learn what block coding is, how to use different blocks, and how to create your own game step by step. During the session, you can build a simple arcade-style game, such as Pong, Snake, or Chrome Dinosaur Run. This workshop is for children ages 11 to 14. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop or tablet; iPads will be available as backups. No experience is…
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Scratch the Surface
Branch - City Centre · Coquitlam, BC
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Join this teen volunteer team-led program to learn what block coding is, how to use different blocks, and how to create your own game step by step. During the session, you can build a simple arcade-style game, such as Pong, Snake, or Chrome Dinosaur Run. This workshop is for children ages 11 to 14. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop or tablet; iPads will be available as backups. No experience is…
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Touring)
Queen Elizabeth Theatre · Vancouver, BC
2:00 p.m.
Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney's first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. Members of the original creative team have reunited to bring this enchanting and timeless tale to life in a breathtaking musical filled with the romance and spectacle audiences know and love. Age Appropriateness: 6+ Audience Advisory: Please note this production contains theatrical smoke,…
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Bright in Burnaby
Burnaby, BC
3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Mark your calendars for November 28 at 6:30 pm for the Bright in Burnaby tree lighting ceremony at Burnaby Village Museum’s Festive Village. Bring your family and friends to celebrate the start of the holiday season and support a great cause. Let’s make this holiday season bright for everyone! Gate admission is free. Carousel rides are $2.86 + tax or a Baker’s Dozen (13 rides) for $34.32 + tax. Site opens: 2-9 pm…
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Little Explorers
Branch - Poirier · Coquitlam, BC
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Gather for a story inside, then head out for a short ramble in nature led by Westcoast Family Centres staff. Activities include scavenger hunts and more! This program is a partnership between Westcoast Family Centres and the library. Rain or shine. Older siblings welcome to join. For more information, contact librarian Chris Miller: cmiller@coqlibrary.ca
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Edmonds Festival of Lights
Burnaby, BC
3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the season at this free family friendly event. Be amazed by fabulous stilt walkers. Inside Edmonds Community Centre, enjoy a visit with Santa, and have fun making holiday crafts with your kids. On Edmonds Plaza, enjoy hot chocolate, popcorn, and hot dogs served by the Burnaby firefighters. Watch one lucky child help the Mayor light the big tree at 5:15 pm. Note: All activities take place rain or shine.
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UBC Thunderbirds Volleyball vs. ALB Pandas & Golden Bears
UBC - Thunderbird Stadium · Vancouver, BC
4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Baby Jane's Winter Forever Tour
Fortune Sound Club · Vancouver, BC
6:00 p.m.
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CANYON RIDERS "BLUE HIGHWAY" ALBUM RELEASE SHOW with special guests Nine Narrows, and The Time We Died
The Pearl · Vancouver, BC
7:00 p.m.
Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)Join Canyon Riders and friends as they celebrate the release of their new album "Blue Highway"! This event is 19 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 19 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
$21.97 CAD
Killers of Kill Tony
Orpheum Theatre · Vancouver, BC
7:00 p.m.
Support: David Lucas, Timmy No Brakes, Martin Phillips, Dedrick Flynn (Lineup subject to change). Support: David Lucas, Timmy No Brakes, Martin Phillips, Dedrick Flynn (Lineup subject to change).
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Touring)
Queen Elizabeth Theatre · Vancouver, BC
7:30 p.m.
Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney's first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. Members of the original creative team have reunited to bring this enchanting and timeless tale to life in a breathtaking musical filled with the romance and spectacle audiences know and love. Age Appropriateness: 6+ Audience Advisory: Please note this production contains theatrical smoke,…
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Playhouse Pres: Whipped Cream
Celebrities · Vancouver, BC
9:00 p.m.
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Tiga
Village Studios · Vancouver, BC
9:00 p.m.
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Story Time for Families
Branch - City Centre · Coquitlam, BC
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
During Family Story Time, we will share picture books, songs, and rhymes that you can enjoy with your whole family! Stories, songs, and rhymes help children gain pre-reading skills and develop a love of reading. This Family Story Time was created for children 0 - 5 years old. If you have any questions, please email Chris Miller at cmiller@coqlibrary.ca.
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Touring)
Queen Elizabeth Theatre · Vancouver, BC
1:00 p.m.
Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney's first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. Members of the original creative team have reunited to bring this enchanting and timeless tale to life in a breathtaking musical filled with the romance and spectacle audiences know and love. Age Appropriateness: 6+ Audience Advisory: Please note this production contains theatrical smoke,…
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Opera on a Sunday Afternoon
Burnaby, BC
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. · 2 upcoming dates
Experience an enchanting afternoon filled with your favorite operatic arias, duets, and trios, performed by the exceptional young talents from the Burnaby Lyric Opera. Tickets are $25, call Box Office to reserve 604-297-4440. Buy tickets: Oct 4 Buy tickets: Nov 29
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Touring)
Queen Elizabeth Theatre · Vancouver, BC
6:30 p.m.
Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney's first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. Members of the original creative team have reunited to bring this enchanting and timeless tale to life in a breathtaking musical filled with the romance and spectacle audiences know and love. Age Appropriateness: 6+ Audience Advisory: Please note this production contains theatrical smoke,…
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Senior Tech Clinics
Branch - City Centre · Coquitlam, BC
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Drop-in for One-in-one tech help Support is available for basic tech questions such as using email, searching Internet, downloading eBooks, and technology troubleshooting questions. Additionally, seniors can receive valuable information on accessing the library's e-resources. For more information, contact Eun at lab@coqlibrary.ca
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Korean Story Time
Branch - City Centre · Coquitlam, BC
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
We will share picture books, songs and rhymes that you can enjoy with your children. After story time, stay for a 30-minute playtime. Note: no story time on August 17 & 31, September 7, October 12, November 2. For more information, contact librarian Chris Miller at cmiller@coqlibrary.ca If you have inquiries in Korean, contact story time provider Young Ae Kim at ykim@coqlibrary.ca 한국어 스토리타임에서는 아이들과 함께 즐길 수 있는 그램책,…
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Korean Playtime
Branch - City Centre · Coquitlam, BC
11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
After the Korean story time, stay and hang out with other parents and children during the drop-in playtime for kids aged 0-5. Note: no playtime on August 3, 10 & 31, September 7, October 12, November 2. For more information, contact librarian Chris Miller at cmiller@coqlibrary.ca If you have inquiries in Korean, contact story time provider Young Ae Kim at ykim@coqlibrary.ca
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English Practice Group
Branch - City Centre · Coquitlam, BC
1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
SHARE Society's English Practice Groups allow participants to increase their English language speaking skills. For adults age 19+. Contact: Maryam Jahanmardi, English Practice Group Coordinator Email: maryam.jahanmardi@sharesociety.ca Phone: 604-540-9161 ext. 544
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Cricut Joy: Holiday Tags, Cards & More
Branch - Poirier · Coquitlam, BC
3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of Cricut Joy and Cricut Design Space while creating festive projects for the holiday season: Learn how to load, modify, and cut a design with a demonstration. Select and customize holiday-themed designs using Cricut Design Space. Take turns using the Cricut Joy to cut and draw 2~3 customized designs. Create holiday cards, gift tags, bookmarks, or other festive projects. Choose from colored…
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