Wild salmon, internationally renown wines, stunning natural artwork, and deliciously sweet and savoury fry bread. This season you can sip and savour your way through Kelowna (like I did with ZenSeekers) while also learning about its Indigenous past, present and future.
Published in partnership with VisitCoquitlam.ca
Costumes, candy, falling leaves and spawning salmon – what’s not to love about fall? From lake fishing to indoor adventures, here are 10 reasons to round up the family for some fun in Coquitlam this season.
For viewing a natural wonder
The name Coquitlam comes from the Coast Salish word “kwikwetlem,” which means “red fish up the river.” You can view spawning salmon at a couple of locations throughout Coquitlam, with prime viewing time usually between mid-October through early November. Hop off the SkyTrain at Lafarge Lake-Douglas SkyTrain station for a short walk on the Hoy Creek trail toward Hoy Creek Hatchery.
Don’t miss the Salmon Come Home event at the hatchery on Sunday, October 20, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. In celebration of salmon returning to the creek, this free event features live salmon demonstrations, music, interactive children’s activities, food and exhibits.
For the climbers & adventurers
Calling all monkeys – big and small. ClimbBase5 in Coquitlam is home to Metro Vancouver’s largest indoor climbing facility. If you don’t feel like climbing yourself, you can drop in with the kids and watch from the bottom as they scale the walls. Or, you can book an instructor for a couple hours.
For the art-lovers
Roll up your sleeves and immerse yourselves in the arts – free of charge. Drop in with the family for Westminster Savings Day at the Evergreen Cultural Centre’s Art Gallery on Saturday, October 26 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Your kids will explore the different textures and colours of fabrics to weave together their own mini tapestry. You can also take part in a gallery tour at 2:30pm (English) or 3:30pm. (Korean). You’ll find the gallery located next to the Lafarge Lake-Douglas SkyTrain station.
Continue reading this post ⟩⟩On Saturday, November 2nd throw on your best little black dress or bow tie and head out for an evening of food and fun at Dan’s Legacy‘s 6th annual Chefs’ Charity Dinner.
Where: Surrey City Hall Atrium (13450 104 Ave, Surrey)
When: Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 6:00pm
Tickets: Available now for $150 ($75 charitable tax receipt available)
The Chefs’ Challenge is on once again as each of the event’s 5 chefs try to outdo each other with their culinary creations – made entirely from surplus food! Chef TJ Conwi and Chef Bruce Nollert (Ono Vancouver), Chef Warren Chow (Juniper Kitchen & Bar), Chef Shay Kelly (The Caterer) and Alannah Peddie (Cakes by Peddie) are waiting to delight your palette with the ultimate gourmet experience.
Funds raised at the gala go towards Dan’s Legacy’s counselling and life-skills programs for youth battling mental health and addictions issues. The therapists go to the youth wherever they are, there’s no wait list, and the services are free for those who need financial assistance.
This evening is special for two reasons: It honours Dan’s Legacy and shares stories about how the organization has helped youth in our community; and the delicious multi-course meal is prepared using surplus food. It’s sustainable and it raises funds for an important cause!
I have a pair of tickets to give away to this meaningful evening, here’s how you can enter to win:
I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Wednesday, October 9, 2019.
Follow Dan’s Legacy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to learn more about their work in our community.
Miss604 is a proud sponsor of the Dan’s Legacy Chefs’ Charity Dinner
UPDATE The winner is Robert!
Corn mazes and pumpkin patches and apple cider – oh my! It’s a wonderful time of year to be in Metro Vancouver and this October you can enjoy harvest, Oktoberfest, Diwali, Thanksgiving, and Halloween activities all across the region. Miss604 is proud to sponsor the Variety Week Wrap Party on October 4th, the Vancouver International Film Festival until October 11th, and the Big Sisters Luminary Award Soirée on October 19th. You’ll find these events and many, many more below:
Jump to: Tuesday, October 1, 2019 to Sunday, October 6, 2019
Jump to: Monday, October 7, 2019 to Sunday, October 13, 2019
Jump to: Monday, October 14, 2019 to Sunday, October 20, 2019
Jump to: Monday, October 21, 2019 to Sunday, October 27, 2019
Jump to: Monday, October 28, 2019 to Thursday, October 31, 2019
This list is updated daily thanks to you! Please submit your events, for a free listing, through the Miss604 Contact Form here »
| Chilliwack Sunflower Festival | Maan Farms Fall Festival |
| Bose Corn Maze, Surrey | Chilliwack Corn Maze |
| Taves Applebarn & Sunflower Patch | Richmond Country Farms |
| Aldor Acres, Fort Langley | More farm fun » |
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Movies in the Morgue: Zombieland
Small Business BC Presents INSPIRE
We for She Conference
National Seniors Day at the Vancouver Aquarium
Active Aging Week at Burnaby Rec Centres
Vancouver International Film Festival
Studio 58 Presents Antony & Cleopatra
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Firehall Arts Centre: The Shipment
Pacific Theatre: Mother of the Maid
Main St Station Farmers Market
Backyard Garden Cooking Workshop
Active Aging Week at Burnaby Rec Centres
The Winner’s Circle Fundraiser: Become a Neighbourhood Champion
Vancouver International Film Festival
Studio 58 Presents Antony & Cleopatra
The Dance Centre Presents: Focus Cia De Dança
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Firehall Arts Centre: The Shipment
Pacific Theatre: Mother of the Maid
Being Punjabi: Unfolding the Surrey Story
There Is No Easy Mode: A Night of Video Game Trivia
Vagabond Players Present: Terror by Gaslight
Downtown Farmers Market
Burnaby Healthy Kids Fair
Inizio Curated Art Exhibition
Active Aging Week at Burnaby Rec Centres
I Care What You Think – at Performance Works
Vancouver International Film Festival
Studio 58 Presents Antony & Cleopatra
The Dance Centre Presents: Focus Cia De Dança
Friday, October 4, 2019
Sponsored by Miss604: Variety Week Wrap Party at Sunset Beach
Ice Cube at Hard Rock Casino Vancouver
A Conversation with Mari Boine
Battle of the Brush 38: Season 8 Opening Show
Grouse Mountain Job Fair
Drink & Draw Friday
Observing the Night Sky: Family Night
A Night to Dream Gala
Oktoberfest at the Alpen Club
I Care What You Think – at Performance Works
Vancouver International Film Festival
Richmond Night Market
Active Aging Week at Burnaby Rec Centres
Pacific Theatre: Mother of the Maid
Studio 58 Presents Antony & Cleopatra
Vagabond Players Present: Terror by Gaslight
Fright Nights at Playland
The Dance Centre Presents: Focus Cia De Dança
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week
Knit City Vancouver
Saturday, October 5, 2019
Oktoberfest at the Alpen Club
Another Oktoberfest
Islamic History Month Celebration
Diwali Downtown Surrey
Firehall Arts Centre: The Shipment
Alicia Tobin’s Come Draw With Me
Nightmare Before Christmas Market
Salsa Dancing for Hope
Grouse Mountain Job Fair
Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra Season Opener
Rotary’s Amazing Race
Museum of Surrey Cemetery Tour
Zili Conference
Applefest at Historic Davies Orchard on Bowen Island
I Care What You Think – at Performance Works
Vancouver International Film Festival
Riley Park Farmers Market
Trout Lake Farmers Market
West End Farmers Market
Richmond Night Market
Active Aging Week at Burnaby Rec Centres
Pacific Theatre: Mother of the Maid
Studio 58 Presents Antony & Cleopatra
Vagabond Players Present: Terror by Gaslight
Fright Nights at Playland
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week
Knit City Vancouver
Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience
Sunday, October 6, 2019
Fraser Valley Comic and Collectibles Show
Nightmare Before Christmas Market
Life Drawing at Mobil Art
Jazz Sundays: Steve Kaldestad Quartet
3rd Annual Brewery Battle
Kitsilano Farmers Market
Poirier Street Market
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market
Cannery Farmers Market
Richmond Night Market
Active Aging Week at Burnaby Rec Centres
Vancouver International Film Festival
Studio 58 Presents Antony & Cleopatra
Vagabond Players Present: Terror by Gaslight
Fright Nights at Playland
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week
Knit City Vancouver
Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience
Last Saturday evening, the 15th annual Gift of Time Gala welcomed over 750 guests to celebrate timeless love at the Parq Hotel. The beautiful ballroom was full of love and generosity as the event raised a record $1.53 million for Canuck Place children and families!
Guests were entertained with a stunning performance by singer, Victoria Anthony and the contemporary arrangements of the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra.
Global BC’s Chris Gailus hosted a spectacular evening, with the support of Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers, guests bid on a unique and exclusive collection of live and silent auction items, which raised over $450,000 towards the event’s total.
Gala Co-Chairs Karley Rice, Lee Renison and Pippa Morgan led a creative and passionate volunteer gala, who were pivotal to the success of this year’s event.
Canuck Place father, Emmanuel Domingo, whose 20-year-old son Kristian received expert clinical care at Canuck Place, shared a powerful speech to a captivated audience who gave a standing ovation. “Canuck Place gave us the gift of time…time to allow us to be a family,” said Emmanuel. “After Kristian passed away, we reluctantly left Canuck Place feeling lost, empty, and profoundly sad. But our journey with Canuck Place was far from over. They continued to care for us. They provided support for our grief, and still do. We are so grateful for the abundance of compassion and kindness they have, not only for us, but for all the children and families they care for.”
Since its inception, the Gift of Time gala has raised over $13.5 million for pediatric palliative care provided by Canuck Place. In the last year alone, Canuck Place has provided care for over 765 children and families across BC and the Yukon – this is an increase of 19% in inpatient care, and a 33% increase in outpatient care. All funds raised at the Gift of Time gala support the delivery of care for children with life-threatening illnesses and the families who love them.
Follow Canuck Place Children’s Hospice on Facebook and Twitter for more information.
Miss604 is the proud blog partner of the Canuck Place Gift of Time Gala for the 7th year.
