WEDNESDAY, DEC. 1

Terry Fox Library holds a family Christmas special event at 6:45 p.m., featuring carols, stories and decorations. Seasonal goodies will be available. No registration is required for free program. Information: 604-927-7999.

Hyde Creek Watershed Society meets at 7:15 p.m. at Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery, 3636 Coast Meridian Rd., Port Coquitlam. Information: 604-461-3474 or www.hydecreek.org.

Central Coquitlam Pensioners Branch 108 meet at 1 p.m. in the McDonald Cartier Room at Dogwood Pavilion. Membership is $10 per year. Information: Roy at 604-939-0303.

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Women Helping Others (WHO) meets from 10 a.m. to noon at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. Widows and single women over 50 welcome. Information: 604-464-2058.

Recovery International meets weekly at 7:30 p.m. at the Tri-Cities Mental Health Centre, 2232 Elgin Ave., Port Coquitlam. Information: Phyllis at 604-931-5945.

SHARE alcohol and drug program staff wraps up its education series with a discussion on Stage 2 recovery and what life in the future looks like at 7 p.m. at 2615 Clarke St. in Port Moody. Information: 604-936-3900.

THURSDAY, DEC. 2

St. Andrew's United Church hosts three nights of a commuter's sanctuary from 5 to 7 p.m. at 2318 St. Johns St. in Port Moody. With the weeks leading up to Christmas filled with long to-do lists, the church is offering commuters a rest stop at the end of the day to sit in a sanctuary of peace and quiet -- allowing people to collect their thoughts and prepare their hearts for the holidays. Information: 604-939-5513.

Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce holds a networking breakfast at the PoCo Inn and Suites Hotel, 1545 Lougheed Hwy., from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Advance registration is required. Information: www.tricitieschamber.com or 604-464-2716.

Société francophone de Maillardville partners with Educacentre College to offer French workshops for job seekers at 10 a.m. at 942-B Brunette Ave., Coquitlam. Participants will review their French resumé, prepare for interviews and more. Registration required. Information: info@maillardville.com or 604-515-7070.

Morningside Toastmasters meets from 7:25 to 8:30 p.m. at Burkeview Funeral Home, 1340 Dominion Ave. in Port Coquitlam. New members welcome. Information: www.morningsidetoastmasters.ca or Gene at 604-230-8030.

FRIDAY, DEC. 3

Burrard Yacht Club and Reed Point Marina team up with local power squadrons yet again to put on Santa's Christmas ships for another holiday season. Santa will cruise on the wooden Kona Kai to the Belcarra public dock. There are plenty of viewing areas to watch the decorated ships, and residents are encouraged to flash their house lights as they pass.

Poirier Community Centre hosts the 30th annual Coquitlam Craft Sale from 5 to 9 p.m. at 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. More than 120 local crafters will sell jewelry, pottery, sewing, photography, wood work, metal art, food and more.

Place Maillardville continues its series on baby's first year with a "salsa babies" presentation with Lara Leontowich of Runners and Booties Fitness at 1:45 p.m. at 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam.

SHARE Family & Community Services Society kicks off another season of its gift wrap booth at Coquitlam Centre, which allows people to get their gifts wrapped for a donation or a toy for a child in the Tri-Cities. Volunteers needed. Information: Ruth at 604-529-5104.

Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosts the Celebration of Ability of contributions to the community by people with disabilities. Seating is limited, and RSVP is required. Information: 604-464-2716 or www.tricitieschamber.com.

Second Storey Theatre presents Under the Christmas Tree, an interactive comedy musical, at 7:30 p.m. Performances run Fridays and Saturdays until Dec. 18, with 2 p.m. matinées scheduled for Dec. 11 and 18. Tickets are $5 for adults or $4 for child with cash and food donation to the SHARE food bank. Information: 604-927-8400 or www.table23.com.

Parkwood Manor sneak peak grand opening from 2 to 4 p.m. at 1142 Dufferin St. in Coquitlam. Afternoon features entertainment, refreshments, tree trimming and more. Information: 604-941-7651.

Central Coquitlam Pensioners Branch 108 weekly social bingo at 1 p.m. in the Mike Butler Room at Dogwood Pavilion. There are 15 games, and pots range from $5 to $25. New players welcome. Information: Catherine at 604-937-7537.

Port Moody Public Library and SHARE Family & Community Services Society host a free English practice group for informal language practice from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the ParkLane Room. Info: Julie at 604-469-4577.

SATURDAY, DEC. 4

Poirier Community Centre hosts the 30th annual Coquitlam Craft Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. More than 120 local crafters will sell jewelry, pottery, sewing, photography, wood work, metal art, food and more.

Place des Arts joins forces with Place Maillardville and other Carré Heritage Square groups to host Light up the Square: A Lantern Affair from 4 to 7 p.m. at 1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam. Free holiday event features fun for whole family. Info: www.placedesarts.ca.

Gaby Davis Foundation holds a Christmas market from 1 to 4 p.m. featuring a host of vendors at River Springs Recreation Centre, 1950 Lodge Dr. in Port Coquitlam. Information: www.gabydavisfoundation.com or 604-464-4229.

Coquitlam Chorale presents its annual Christmas concert at 7:30 p.m. at Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way. Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for students. Information: Michelle at 604-944-1366.

Burrard Yacht Club and Reed Point Marina team up with local power squadrons to put on Santa's Christmas ships for another season. The ships will cruise along the Dollarton shoreline to Deep Cove and into Bedwell Bay. There are plenty of viewing areas to watch decorated ships, and residents are encouraged to flash their house lights as they pass.

Babyvibe.ca hosts its annual holiday family fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Inlet Theatre and Galleria of Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Dr. Admission is free, and includes a visit with Santa. Vendors will be on site featuring a variety of products.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 133 plays host to a breakfast with Santa community fundraiser from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $15 and include scrambled eggs, bacon, pancakes, sausages and a beverage. Activities for the kids and bake sale available. Information: Sherry at 604-942-2482.

Save-On-Foods Pinetree Village hosts TV personality Mike McCardell from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a book signing of Everything Works. Partial proceeds of the book support Variety The Children's Charity.

Marriage Transformation LLC holds a workshop called Marriage: Fortress of Well-Being from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the David Lam campus of Douglas College. Presentation will be led by relationship and marriage coach Susanne Alexander. Admission is $5, and includes a light lunch and refreshments. Registration: www.clusternews.net or 778-285-9991.

SUNDAY, DEC. 5

First Memorial Burkeview Chapel holds its fifth annual Hope for the Holidays Christmas service at 2 p.m. at its Port Coquitlam location, 1340 Dominion Ave. The service provides an opportunity for those who have died and are missed to be remembered during one of the toughest times of the year. All welcome. Refreshments will follow the service. Information: 604-944-4128.

Port Moody Station Museum holds its annual holiday tea on the train from 1 to 3 p.m. Admission is $5 per person, and no reservations are required. The museum is located at 2734 Murray St. Information: 604-939-1648.

Coquitlam Chorale presents its annual Christmas concert at 2 p.m. at Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way. Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for students. Information: Michelle at 604-944-1366.

Poirier Community Centre hosts the 30th annual Coquitlam Craft Sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. More than 120 local crafters will sell jewelry, pottery, sewing, photography, wood work, metal art, food and more.

TUESDAY, DEC. 7

Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary meets at 7 p.m. in the Parklane Room of the hospital. All welcome. Information: Gift Shop at 604-461-2022, Local 2907.

Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition, Tri-Cities committee, meets at 7 p.m. in the Coquitlam Public Library City Centre branch. Information: John at 604-469-0361.

Lincoln Toastmasters meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Hyde Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Ave. in Port Coquitlam. New members welcome. Information: lincolntm.freetoasthost.info or Shirley at 604-671-1060.

Kyle Centre offers drop-in bridge for all skill levels from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Games follow reasonably priced soup and sandwich lunch prepared by Community Integration Services Society, which supports adults with disabilities. Information: 604-469-4561.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 8

Société francophone de Maillardville holds Café Croissant, a free morning of francophone activities about Maillardville, from 10 to 11:30 a.m at 942-B Brunette Ave., Coquitlam.

Recovery International meets weekly at 7:30 p.m. at the Tri-Cities Mental Health Centre, 2232 Elgin Ave., Port Coquitlam. The self-help peer-to-peer support group meets to help those struggling with stress, fear, anger, depression, anxiety, panic and nervous symptoms. Information: Phyllis at 604-931-5945.

Women Helping Others (WHO) meets from 10 a.m. to noon at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. Widows and single women over 50 welcome. Information: 604-464-2058.

THURSDAY, DEC. 9

Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce holds its annual Christmas luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club, 3251 Plateau Blvd., Coquitlam. Tickets are $50, and discounts available for members. Tickets: 604-464-2716 or www.tricitieschamber.com.

Morningside Toastmasters meets from 7:25 to 8:30 p.m. at Burkeview Funeral Home, 1340 Dominion Ave. in Port Coquitlam. New members welcome. Information: www.morningsidetoastmasters.ca or Gene at 604-230-8030.

FRIDAY, DEC. 10

Reed Point Marina and Burrard Yacht Club team up with power squadrons to host the arrival of Santa at the Rocky Point Park dock at 7 p.m. Area boaters plan Christmas ship sailings of the Kona Kai each year, and will celebrate the arrival of Ol' Saint Nick with hot chocolate and a chance to sign Santa's guest book. All welcome.

Central Coquitlam Pensioners Branch 108 weekly social bingo at 1 p.m. in the Mike Butler Room at Dogwood Pavilion. There are 15 games, and pots range from $5 to $25. New players welcome. Information: Catherine at 604-937-7537.

Crossroads Hospice Society hosts a free weekly walking group for the bereaved from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Participants are asked to meet at the Labyrinth Healing Garden in Pioneer Memorial Park at Ioco Road and Heritage Mountain. Registration: Castine Breckwoldt at 604-949-2274.

Port Moody Public Library and SHARE Family and Community Services Society host a free English practice group for informal language practice from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the ParkLane Room. Information: Julie Sutherland at 604-469-4577.

SATURDAY, DEC. 11

Reed Point Marina and Burrard Yacht Club put on another night of Christmas ship sailings at 7 p.m., when area boaters will sail the Kona Kai and other decorated vessels along the Dollarton shoreline to Deep Cove and Belcarra. Neighbours are invited to flash their houselights as the ships pass.

Coquitlam Art Club meets from 1 to 4 p.m. in Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. Annual membership $10; experienced and novice artists welcome. Information: Soni at 604-469-8712.

Place Maillardville teams up with SHARE Family and Community Services Society to hold an English practice group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam. Interactive conversation group is free and open to those 19 and older. Information: Shae Viswanathan at 604-936-3900, Ext. 161 or shae.viswanathan@sharesociety.ca.

ONGOING

Canadian Cancer Society is looking for a volunteer co-ordinator in the Tri-Cities and Ridge Meadows areas who can organize rides to transport cancer patients to and from treatments and appointments. Volunteers should be organized and have good record-keeping skills, people skills, telephone manner and problem solving ability. Information: Kim Aubert at kaubert@bc.cancer.ca or 604-215-5207.

Cameron Centre hosts free drop-in English conversation classes for intermediate to advanced level speakers, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. each Wednesday at 9523 Cameron St. Information: Sarah at 604-630-9236.

Central Coquitlam Pensioners Branch 108 meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the Centennial Room at Dogwood Pavilion. Meetings feature speakers on topics of interest to members. Membership is $10 per year. Information: Roy Hartman at 604-939-0303. Group also holds a social bingo in the Mike Butler Room of Dogwood Pavilion each Friday at 1 p.m. There are 15 games. The cost is five cents per card per game, and pots range from $5 to $25. New players welcome. Information: Catherine Clout at 604-937-7537.

City of Coquitlam leisure and parks is looking for volunteers who are fluent in both English and either Cantonese, Mandarin or Korean, who could also teach basic computer skills. For more information, call Laurie at 604-927-6963.

Como Lake Quilters meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at Como Lake United Church. The informal group meets to work on individual projects and share talents. Visitors and prospective members welcome. Info: Joy at 604-466-9992 or Jo-Ann at 604-941-4869.

Connexus BNI meets regularly in Coquitlam, and has openings for new members. Info: 778-242-0957.

Coquitlam Area Gogos meets monthly to find ways to help African grandmothers raising children orphaned by AIDS. You do not have to be a grandmother to join. Info: 778-216-0499.

Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club is looking for new members to take part at the lanes behind Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. Information: Ann at 604-939-8976.

Council of Senior Citizens Organizations is an advocacy group devoted to improving the quality of life for all seniors. Info: Ernie Bayer at 604-576-9734 or ecbayer@shaw.ca.

Crossroads Hospice Society hosts a free walking group for the bereaved, Fridays from 10:30 to noon. Group meets at the Port Moody Social Recreation Centre. Hospice volunteers will be present on the free walk through Rocky Point Park or Orchard Beach. Newcomers can register by calling Castine Breckwoldt at 604-949-2274.

Debtors Anonymous meets regularly to offer hope and recovery to debtors, compulsive spenders and under-earners. Info: 604-878-3328 or www.debtorsanonymous.org.

Developmental Disabilities Association offers free pickup of gently used houseware items, including dishes, toys and books. Cloth items can be dropped off in bins. Furniture, dishes and clothes are accepted at donation stations. Info: 604-273-4332.

Fibromyalgia Support Group meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. at the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Public Library. Info: Julie Park at 604-936-6027.

Fraser Pacific Rose Society meets at 7:30 p.m. on the last Tuesday of the month at Dogwood Pavilion. Info: 604-931-5120.

Hominum Vancouver Chapter is a support and discussion group to help gay, bisexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Members meet every Monday at 7:30 p.m. Meetings take place in various locations throughout Metro Vancouver. For information and location, call Bernie at 604-688-8639 or Don at 604-329-9760.

Kyle Centre offers drop-in bridge for all skill levels from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Soup and sandwich lunch follows, prepared by Community Integration Services Society, which supports adults with disabilities. Info: 604-469-4561.

Lincoln Toastmasters meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Hyde Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Ave. in Port Coquitlam. New members welcome. Info: www.lincolntm.com. or Ken at 778-786-2533.

Maillardville Community Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at ABC Country Restaurant at Lougheed Highway and Schoolhouse Street. Information: 604-464-1808.

Maillardville Residents' Association meets the first Wednesday of each month at Place Maillardville, 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam. Information: 604-931-5650.

Morningside Toastmasters meets every Thursday at 7:25 to 8:30 a.m. at Burkeview Funeral Home, 1340 Dominion Ave. in Port Coquitlam. New members welcome. Information: www.morningsidetoastmasters.ca or Gene at 604-230-8030.

MOSAIC kindness club needs host volunteers to help newcomers adjust to Canadian life. Commitment is for two hours a week for 13 weeks. For more information, call 604-254-9626.

Nar-Anon support group for those affected by someone else's addiction meets Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Lions Hall, 12479 Harris Rd. in Pitt Meadows. Information: Cheryl at 604-465-0872.

North Fraser Alzheimer Resource Centre offers monthly caregiver support groups in Coquitlam and PoCo. Info: 604-298-0780.

Parents Without Partners is a non-profit, non-sectarian organization devoted to the interests of single parents and their children. Single parents who are separated, divorced, widowed or never married are eligible to join. Orientation meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Poirier Community Centre, 630 Poirier St. Information: 604-945-2407.

Pinetree Friendship Circle, for women of all ages, invites new members for free activities at Pinetree Community Centre, 1260 Pinetree Way, every Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to noon in Room 4. Info: catnut2@excite.com.

Pocomo Hiking Club meets Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. for hikes throughout the Lower Mainland. Information: pocomohiking@hotmail.com.

PoCoMo Youth Services Society is looking for youths between 12 and 18 who want to make a difference in the community. Information: Jerome Bouvier at 604-251-6449 or jerome@jeromeinspires.com.

Poirier Youth Centre offers youth between 11 and 18 a place to hang out, downstairs from the Poirier Community Centre. Ping pong, Internet, music and PlayStation 2 available. Drop-in is free. For information, call 604-933-6035.

Port Coquitlam Community Band meets Wednesday evenings at Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary, 1335 Dominion Ave. New members and all levels are welcome. Information: 604-785-9672 or dsmaxwell@hotmail.com.

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. Information: 604-942-2334.

Port Moody Ecological Society invites the community in to the Noons Creek Hatchery every Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. to check out volunteer opportunities like working in the hatchery, water quality testing, gardening and administration. Information: 604-469-9106 or www.noonscreek.org.

Recovery International is a self-help, peer-to-peer support meeting for people who struggle with stress, fear, anger, depression, anxiety, panic and nervous symptoms. Cognitive behaviour techniques are discussed at the Port Coquitlam meeting. Information: Phyllis at 604-931-5945 or www.RecoveryCanada.ca.

Recreation Unlimited Volleyball Club offers weekly recreational volleyball on Wednesdays from 8 to 10 p.m. at Hillcrest Middle, 2161 Regan Ave. in Coquitlam. Beginners are welcome, and the club also organizes hikes, movie nights and dinners. Information: Gary at 604-469-6389 or gary4now@shaw.ca.

Rocky Point Toastmasters meets Mondays at 7:15 p.m. at Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Dr. Information: 604-506-1037.

SARA Society (Sexual Assault Recovery Anonymous) offers teen and adult support programs, literature and public education in Metro Vancouver. For information, call 604-584-2626, e-mail sarasociety@telus.net or visit www.sarasociety.net.

Sasamat Outdoor Centre is looking for entertainers for its adult lunch and dinner programs. Those interested are asked to submit a website link to linda@sasamat.org or call 604-939-2268.

Scouts francophones is looking for leaders. This fulfilling volunteer position includes opportunities for personal growth, adventure, travel and practicum hours. Info: Monique at 604-936-3624.

Special Olympics B.C., Coquitlam branch, needs volunteers to help run sporting programs and events. Info: 604-644-8439.

Suite E Life Drawing Group meets each Tuesday until June from 6:50 to 9:50 p.m. at the Joseph Howe Room of the Poirier Community Centre, 630 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. Info: www.myartclub.com or Myda at 604-469-1911.

SUCCESS is looking for volunteers for its host program, which helps new immigrants adapt to Canadian society. Info: Shirley at 604-936-5900.

Terry Fox Library hosts free storytimes for children ages two to six and their families at different times throughout the week each month at 2470 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam. Information: 604-927-7999.

Toastmasters' Crystal Clear Speakers meet every second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at 1111 Austin Ave. in Coquitlam. New members welcome. Information: 604-941-0191.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) invites new members to experience friendly group support for weight loss. There are a number of chapters in the Tri-Cities area. Information: Gail at 604-941-8699 or www.tops.org.

TRICEPS (Tri-Cities Early Psychosis Support), a non-profit support group that provides help to parents, spouses and siblings of individuals diagnosed with psychosis, meets the second Wednesday of each month in the Parklane Room of Eagle Ridge Hospital from 7 to 9 p.m.

Tri-Cities Caregivers' Support Group meets the second and fourth Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Information: Karen at 778-789-1496.

Tri-City Family Place offers a drop-in program for parents and caregivers of children under six years, open Tuesdays to Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 2062 Manning Ave. Info: 604-945-0048.

Tri-City Newcomers Club meets on the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All women, not just those who are new to the area, are welcome to attend. For information, contact Wendy at 604-468-2423 or tricities_newcomers@yahoo.ca.

Tri-City Singles Social Club offers people 40 and older a chance to get together and enjoy activities like walking, theatre, dining, biking, bowling, kayaking and weekend trips. Membership is $20 per year, and the group meets on the third Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Port Moody Legion, 2513 Clarke St. For information, call 604-472-0016 or e-mail tricityclub@gmail.com.

Tri-City Women's Resource Society offers an empowering mothers parenting group at various times throughout the year. Participation in the educational group is free, and child care and transportation subsidies are available. Info: 604-941-7111, Ext. 106.

Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition, Tri-Cities committee, meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Dr. Info: John at 604-469-0361.

Vancouver Rape Relief and Women's Shelter needs volunteers for its 24-hour rape crisis line and shelter for battered women. Free training provided. Info: 604-872-8212.

Westcoast Harmony Chorus is seeking energetic, motivated women who love to sing. Attend a Wednesday night rehearsal to hear this award-winning, four-part harmony chorus. Information: 604-596-6735.

Wild West Can-Can Dancers, registered as Golden Spike Days Can-Can Dancers Society, is accepting new members, including dancers, non-dancers and anyone in between. Information: www.wildwestcancan.ca.

Women Helping Others (WHO) meets from 10 a.m. to noon at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. Widows and single women over 50 welcome. Info: 604-464-2058.

Al-Anon meets Mondays at 1 p.m., Wednesdays at 8 p.m. and Saturdays at noon at Como Lake United Church, 535 Marmont St., as well as Wednesdays at 8 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, 2318 St. Johns St. in Port Moody. Info: 604-688-1716 or 604-461-6991.

Alzheimer Society of B.C. hosts caregiver support groups. The Coquitlam group meets the last Wednesday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m., and the Port Coquitlam group meets the second Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. A Chinese-speaking support group is held the first Thursday of the month from 2 to 4 p.m. Information: 604-298-0711.

Apex Netball Club practises from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Middle School, 2161 Regan Ave., Coquitlam. Information: Wendy at 604-552-3219.

Barnet Sailing Co-operative welcomes new members, be they land-lubbers or old salts. Members sail the waters of Burrard Inlet, Desolation Sound, the Gulf Islands, Howe Sound and Strait of Georgia. Info: Scott at 604-255-4590 or www.barnetsailing.bc.ca.