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SUMMARY:Discover Local Art at Culture Days 2024
DESCRIPTION:Running September 20 to October 13\, Culture Days celebrates our vibrant arts and culture scene. This year includes the kickoff of the Visual Arts Exhibition\, a pilot program showcasing Coquitlam artists aged 16 and up. \nDedicated to the themes of “Inclusion” and “Growth”\, their art will be featured at Maillardville and Town Centre Park community centres until January 2025. \nVisual Arts Exhibition\nStarting this week until January 2025\, artwork will be on display at two recreation facilities\, Maillardville Community Centre (1200 Cartier Avenue) and Town Centre Park Community Centre (1207 Pinetree Way). The Visual Arts Exhibition pilot program highlights the talents of local artists\, and promote dialogue and cultural awareness by integrating more art into the community. \nThis year’s exhibition\, selected by the City’s Culture Services Advisory Committee\, showcases the talents of local artists through the themes of “Inclusion” and “Growth\,” reflecting Coquitlam’s dedication to equity\, diversity\, and inclusion. Emerging and established artists aged 16 and up were invited to participate\, and selected works will gain valuable exposure in community spaces. \nTo learn more about the Visual Arts Exhibition pilot program and the local artists involved\, visit coquitlam.ca/ArtExhibition. \nCoquitlam Events to Explore\nCedar Friendship Bracelet Workshop\nThe City of Coquitlam invites residents to join Coast Salish master cedar weaver and Haida elder\, Todd Giihlgiigaa Devries\, for a free Cedar Friendship Bracelet Workshop. \nParticipants will learn how to craft cedar rope friendship bracelets while Todd shares teachings on the significance of cedar to the Coast Salish Peoples and the ancestral legends passed down through generations. \n\nDate: Saturday\, September 28\nLocation: Town Centre Park Community Centre\nCost: Free (Registration required)\n\nRegister online at the links below: \n\nSession One: 2 p.m.\nSession Two: 3 p.m.\n\nLive Artist Demonstrations\nVisit Town Centre Park Community Centre for a series of Live Art Demonstrations presented by three local artists\, whose works are  featured in the City’s Visual Art Exhibition at both the Town Centre Park Community Centre and Maillardville Community Centre. \n\nJennifer Peng: Thursday\, September 26 from 4 – 6 p.m.\nRose Kapp: Wednesday\, October 9 from 5 – 7 p.m.\nBaran Sabahi: Saturday\, October 12 from 2 – 4 p.m.\n\nStop by and watch the creative process and explore the exhibition. \nCommunity Events to Explore in Coquitlam\nJoin our community partners for a series of engaging Culture Days events in Coquitlam\, where you can fuel your passion for creativity and culture through hands-on activities and interactive experiences: \nCoquitlam Public Library\n\nSaturday\, September 21: The Deshi Writer featuring Rafeed Elahi Chowdhury\nSaturday\, September 28: Juried Art Exhibit Reception\n\nEvergreen Cultural Centre\n\nSaturday\, September 21: Family Days  at the Art Gallery at Evergreen: Character Creations\nFriday\, September 27: Truth and Reconciliation: Comic Workshop with Jordanna George\nFriday\, October 4: Curator’s Tour of Cindy Mochizuki: stories best told at twilight\n\nPlace des Arts\n\nSunday\, October 6: Family Day at Place de Arts\nIn-person and online exhibitions:\n\nGarrett Andrew Chong: Eroded Origins: Liminal Illusions Amidst Climatic Transformations\nMolly Gray: Avifauna\nNancy Whiteside: Tetrechromatic Visions\n\n\nSunday\, October 6: Family Day at Place de Arts\nIn-person and online exhibitions:\n\nGarrett Andrew Chong: Eroded Origins: Liminal Illusions Amidst Climatic Transformations\nMolly Gray: Avifauna\nNancy Whiteside: Tetrechromatic Visions
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LOCATION:Town Centre Park\, 1299 Pinetree Way\, Coquitlam\, V3B 7Y3
CATEGORIES:arts,Countdown,culture,family,food,music,outdoors
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ History Zine Night - Mackin House Museum
DESCRIPTION:Self-publishing surged in popularity throughout the late 20th century and became a staple form of communication and protest in marginalized communities. Stop by the museum anytime between 4pm-9pm on October 4 to learn about the use of zines throughout LGBTQ+ history and activism\, and make your own. \nAll materials and instructions will be provided\, feel free to bring in your own images to use as well. \nFree. RSVP Appreciated.
URL:https://visitcoquitlam-new.arraydev.me/event/lgbtq-history-zine-night-mackin-house/
LOCATION:Mackin House\, 1116 Brunette Ave.\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3K 1G2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult,history & heritage,music
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SUMMARY:Legends of Asgard: Sibling Rivalry - Evergreen Cultural Centre
DESCRIPTION:In the mystical realm of Asgard\, we meet a young Loki and Thor. There is a series of events leading to a growing rivalry between the brothers and their sister does not help matters! Amidst their sibling squabbles\, Asgard faces an imminent threat from an ancient enemy as Loki and Thor confront the enemy\, they realize that their unique strengths complement each other. They learn the importance of embracing their differences and working together for the greater good. “Legends of Asgard: Sibling Rivalry” is a coming of age tale that explores themes of family\, identity\, and the power of unity. The script combines elements of Norse mythology with an imaginative storyline to captivate audiences ages 5yrs and up. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS\nTulloch Academy has been providing students of all ages the opportunity to explore their creative performing arts inner actor/performer for many years. Education through the arts is the main focus of Tulloch Academy\, teaching skills that we all need throughout our lives. At one time or another\, we will be all be required to give a presentation\, go on a job interview or represent ourselves in one capacity or another. Learning to stand up and speak in front of an audience is a true life skill that we all need to acquire. The IB curriculum (International Baccalaureate) requires their students to have art education (Visual or performing) in their resume in order to admit them to their program. University applicants have a better chance of acceptance with a well-rounded education that includes art! \nSINGLE TICKETS ON SALE!\nAdult & Senior: $26 | Student: $16 \nBOX OFFICE: 604.927.6555 | Open Monday – Saturday\, 12 – 5PM\nThis is a co-presentation organized by Tulloch Academy.
URL:https://visitcoquitlam-new.arraydev.me/event/legends-of-asgard-sibling-rivalry-evergreen-cultural-centre-2/
LOCATION:Evergreen Cultural Centre\, 1205 Pinetree Way\, Coquitlam\, V3B 7Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:arts,family,music,theatre
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SUMMARY:Legends of Asgard: Sibling Rivalry - Evergreen Cultural Centre
DESCRIPTION:In the mystical realm of Asgard\, we meet a young Loki and Thor. There is a series of events leading to a growing rivalry between the brothers and their sister does not help matters! Amidst their sibling squabbles\, Asgard faces an imminent threat from an ancient enemy as Loki and Thor confront the enemy\, they realize that their unique strengths complement each other. They learn the importance of embracing their differences and working together for the greater good. “Legends of Asgard: Sibling Rivalry” is a coming of age tale that explores themes of family\, identity\, and the power of unity. The script combines elements of Norse mythology with an imaginative storyline to captivate audiences ages 5yrs and up. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS\nTulloch Academy has been providing students of all ages the opportunity to explore their creative performing arts inner actor/performer for many years. Education through the arts is the main focus of Tulloch Academy\, teaching skills that we all need throughout our lives. At one time or another\, we will be all be required to give a presentation\, go on a job interview or represent ourselves in one capacity or another. Learning to stand up and speak in front of an audience is a true life skill that we all need to acquire. The IB curriculum (International Baccalaureate) requires their students to have art education (Visual or performing) in their resume in order to admit them to their program. University applicants have a better chance of acceptance with a well-rounded education that includes art! \nSINGLE TICKETS ON SALE!\nAdult & Senior: $26 | Student: $16 \nBOX OFFICE: 604.927.6555 | Open Monday – Saturday\, 12 – 5PM\nThis is a co-presentation organized by Tulloch Academy.
URL:https://visitcoquitlam-new.arraydev.me/event/legends-of-asgard-sibling-rivalry-evergreen-cultural-centre-3/
LOCATION:Evergreen Cultural Centre\, 1205 Pinetree Way\, Coquitlam\, V3B 7Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:arts,family,music,theatre
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SUMMARY:Legends of Asgard: Sibling Rivalry - Evergreen Cultural Centre
DESCRIPTION:In the mystical realm of Asgard\, we meet a young Loki and Thor. There is a series of events leading to a growing rivalry between the brothers and their sister does not help matters! Amidst their sibling squabbles\, Asgard faces an imminent threat from an ancient enemy as Loki and Thor confront the enemy\, they realize that their unique strengths complement each other. They learn the importance of embracing their differences and working together for the greater good. “Legends of Asgard: Sibling Rivalry” is a coming of age tale that explores themes of family\, identity\, and the power of unity. The script combines elements of Norse mythology with an imaginative storyline to captivate audiences ages 5yrs and up. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS\nTulloch Academy has been providing students of all ages the opportunity to explore their creative performing arts inner actor/performer for many years. Education through the arts is the main focus of Tulloch Academy\, teaching skills that we all need throughout our lives. At one time or another\, we will be all be required to give a presentation\, go on a job interview or represent ourselves in one capacity or another. Learning to stand up and speak in front of an audience is a true life skill that we all need to acquire. The IB curriculum (International Baccalaureate) requires their students to have art education (Visual or performing) in their resume in order to admit them to their program. University applicants have a better chance of acceptance with a well-rounded education that includes art! \nSINGLE TICKETS ON SALE!\nAdult & Senior: $26 | Student: $16 \nBOX OFFICE: 604.927.6555 | Open Monday – Saturday\, 12 – 5PM\nThis is a co-presentation organized by Tulloch Academy.
URL:https://visitcoquitlam-new.arraydev.me/event/legends-of-asgard-sibling-rivalry-evergreen-cultural-centre-4/
LOCATION:Evergreen Cultural Centre\, 1205 Pinetree Way\, Coquitlam\, V3B 7Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:arts,family,music,theatre
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SUMMARY:Mr. I's Slightly Spooky Songs and Stories Concert - Place des Arts
DESCRIPTION:Mr. I’s popular annual Halloween concert will enchant youngsters and their parents alike. Costumes are welcome and audience participation is encouraged.
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LOCATION:Place des Arts\, 1120 Brunette Avenue\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3K 1G2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:family,Halloween,holidays,music
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SUMMARY:Bill Usher and the Space Heaters - Evergreen Cultural Centre
DESCRIPTION:With his rare gift of communicating “good-getting-older” life experiences into memorable songs and humorous reflections\, Bill Usher creates an evening in the theatre that brings the generations together in a head-nodding appreciation of those universal truths that happen in families as some grow up while others grow old. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS – BILL USHER:\nFour time Juno Award-winner Bill Usher could be one of the most accomplished but\, not-so-famous people in the world of Canadian music and arts! Beginning in the late 60s\, this self-taught percussionist has performed\, toured and recorded with several festivals worth of well-known artists\, from Bruce Cockburn and Ronnie Hawkins to Valdy\, Willie P. Bennett and Stan Rogers. He’s produced 60 albums\, most notably the first four ground-breaking albums for Sharon\, Lois & Bram\, five acclaimed albums with Sesame Street’s Bob McGrath and another for his buddies Big Bird & Oscar the Grouch and many\, many more receiving numerous Gold and Platinum records along the way. And\, yes folks\, that was Bill who arranged & produced and played on those iconic SL&B tunes Skinnamarink\, One Elephant\, Five Little Monkeys\, Peanut Butter and dozens more! Add to that his four-year freelancing stint with CBC Radio where he worked with Sylvia Tyson and Peter Gzowski researching\, producing and hosting four dozen documentaries on such diverse artists as Taj Mahal\, Ewan MacColl\, and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Performing with Bruce Cockburn on the 1977 Circles in the Stream tour Bill created a two hour documentary of the cross country tour that was aired on CBC Radio’s Special Occasion. He won his fourth Juno Award in the mid 1980s for DRUMS!\, an album and solo stage show that he performed hundreds of times in cross-country tours. Later\, he wrote and performed two more musical/theatre shows – Sonofadrum! and Lover\, Father\, Husband\, Son\, Baby Boomer with a Drum! – explorations of family life that were presented widely in theatres and at Fringe Festivals across Canada. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS – THE SPACE HEATERS:\nBill put together the original Space Heaters in the late 1980s. Many fine Canadian musicians including Phil Dwyer\, Don Francks\, Kevin Breit and Suzie Vinnick have been a Space Heater! The current version features:\nSteve Briggs originally from Powell River\, Steve has played with Bill for over 20 years and with Canadian greats like Russell de Carle\, Sylvia Tyson and Quartette\, Carol Baker\, Murray McLauchlan. Steve leads his own band The BeBop Cowboys and is in high demand as a session guitarist in Toronto. Steve was the musical director for Slowdancing in the Ballroom of Life album and this tour. \nHolly Hyatt hailing from Winlaw in the Slocan Valley\, Holly is in demand on the West Kootenay music scene with her own bluesy band and Holly & Jon. \nPaul Pigat: aka Cousin Harley\, Paul’s been named by one guitar magazine as the greatest rockabilly guitar player! Hailing from Vancouver Paul not only tours with his own bands but with many other singer songwriters\, folks like Jim Byrnes. \nSINGLE TICKETS ON SALE:\nAdult $41 | Senior: $37 | Student: $16 \nBOX OFFICE: 604.927.6555 | Open Monday – Saturday\, 12 – 5PM\nSave big on our Variety & Music Series performances with a Sampler Pack Subscription!
URL:https://visitcoquitlam-new.arraydev.me/event/bill-usher-and-the-space-heaters-evergreen-cultural-centre/
LOCATION:Evergreen Cultural Centre\, 1205 Pinetree Way\, Coquitlam\, V3B 7Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:arts,Concert,music,theatre
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