1. Groove to the funky country-rock tunes of Wichita Trip, who’ll take to the stage for a Bayou Hoedown at the Heritage Grill and perform original songs and covers. Wichita Trip’s music is described as being a “potent brew” of electric roots music. Check them out on Friday, July 10 at 8 p.m. Busy Friday? The Graham Brown Band (rock) will perform on Saturday at 8 p.m. and Razzmajazz will play on Sunday at noon, at the Heritage Grill at 447 Columbia St. Info: www.theheritagegrill.com.
2. Yuk it up at lafflines where comedian John Beuhler performs July 9, 10 and 11. Beuhler’s credits include performing at Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, winning the Corner Gas Comedy Contest and opening for the likes of Dennis Miller, Brent Butt, Joan Rivers, Martin Short and Craig Ferguson. For show times and tickets, visit www.lafflines.com.
3. Cut loose and watch Footloose on the big screen as the Summer Movie Series gets underway at Queen’s Park Stadium on Friday, July 10. Bring some snacks, a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a night under the stars. The stadium doors open at 7 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk (about 9 p.m.)
4. Put on your dancing shoes and head to Moody Park for some salsa dancing on Saturday. The TGIF&S outdoor public dancing series kicks off its summer of 2015 season on Saturday, July 11. You’ll be able to enjoy some lessons from 7 to 7:30 and dance from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
5. Beat the heat and enjoy a flick at Landmark cinemas. Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, you’re bound to find something to your liking. Landmark Cinemas 10 New Westminster is located at the Shops at New West station (aka New Westminster SkyTrain station). For more information about shows or to make reservations, www.landmarkcinemas.com.
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