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Kaleidoscope Arts Festival

Aug. 28 and 29


Explore the arts this weekend. Produced by Coquitlam and presented by Marcon, Kaleidoscope Arts Festival will showcase diverse arts and culture offerings, blending some of the spontaneity and surprise of past years’ festivals with the safety and multi-venue approach of 2020. In line with the current Provincial Health Order, masks are mandatory for indoor activities.
 
Click the link below to view the event schedule.
 
KALEIDOSCOPE

Adult swimming in an outdoor pool

Outdoor Pools Remain Open Until Oct. 3

Swim Throughout September


Everyone looking for a place to swim in September will be happy to hear that Eagle Ridge (2689 Guildford Way) and Spani outdoor pools (655 Hillcrest St.) will remain open until Oct. 3. These are great options as City Centre Aquatic Complex will undergo its annual maintenance closure in September.
 
Pre-registration is no longer required, however we do have limited capacities. Please call ahead to check wait times.
 
OUTDOOR POOLS

Meals for Seniors Update

Meals for Seniors Update

Changes Coming in September  


Starting next week, as Coquitlam’s Pavilions plan to reopen onsite dining options, the Meals for Seniors program will change to Tuesday delivery/pick up only. The registration period will be Wednesday through Sunday, and customers will be able to purchase a maximum of four meals each week.
 
And if you have more of a sweet tooth, consider visiting Dogwood or Glen Pine Pavilion in person to enjoy a great selection of baked goods.
 
MEALS FOR SENIORS

Youth playing volleyball

Park Spark Pop-ups

Two Opportunities on Aug. 28


Drop in and have fun with the Park Spark team at two local parks on Saturday, Aug. 28. Bury your toes in the sand and enjoy some beach-themed fun at the City Centre Pop-up Park from 2 to 6 p.m. or enjoy family-friendly activities and games at Blue Mountain Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., all while listening to live music during the Kaleidoscope Arts festival’s micro-concerts.                                
 
POP-UP PARKS

Blue Mountain Park

Blue Mountain Park Master Plan

Have Your Say


Did you know that Blue Mountain Park is one of Coquitlam’s oldest and most popular community parks? The City is in the process of creating a new Master Plan for the park that will ensure it can support the community into the future, and we’d love to hear your thoughts as we develop the vision and objectives.
 
Here are three simple ways to get involved:

  • Attend an in-person information session Sunday, Aug. 29

  • Sign up for an online workshop Tuesday, Sept. 14

  • Complete the survey online form until Tuesday, Sept. 21

 
HAVE YOUR SAY

Adults at a block party

Block Parties

Grants Doubled in 2021


Coquitlam residents can apply for a $300 grant to support their 2021 block party. These fun, social gatherings are a great way to meet or reconnect with neighbours. Registered block parties also benefit from free liability insurance.

Click the link below to find out more and apply.

BLOCK PARTIES

Raincity

Summer Concert Series

Final Performance of the Season


With a sound that blends funky beats with rock, blues, pop, grunge, jazz and other eclectic influences from the likes of Amy Winehouse, Queen and RAGE, Raincity will close out the Summer Concert Series on Friday, Sept. 3 with a virtual performance at 5 p.m. Tune in to the premiere on Facebook, YouTube and the City website through to Sept. 17.

SUMMER CONCERTS

Kids in dance class

Early Years Programming

Lots of Fun and Learning


Join your child each week as they explore the world through hands-on activities and engaging stories. Register kids ages three to five for Circle Time and Play, Dance, Explore the World of series programs or Story Time: One Upon a Time. All programs take place at Pinetree and Poirier Community Centres.

Click the link below to view the programs, dates and times.

EARLY YEARS

Active Hands

Recreation Inclusion

Accessible Fitness Equipment


Our fitness centres at Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex and the Innovation Centre are equipped with adapted fitness equipment, including an assisted dip/chip up machine, Nustep machine and upper body ergometer machine. We also offer Active Hands for those with reduced hand function, including gripping aids, d-ring aids and hook aids.

Click the link below to learn about some of the other ways we’re making Coquitlam Recreation more inclusive.

REC INCLUSION

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This message is sent on behalf of Claudette Haire, Business Services Manager
Parks, Recreation, Culture and Facilities, City of Coquitlam prcs_info@coquitlam.ca

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