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Downtown Port Coquitlam Car Show 2023

Attention car enthusiasts! The annual Downtown Port Coquitlam Car Show is taking place this year on Saturday, August 19th and Sunday, August 20th.

Over 500+ collectible cars of all makes and models will be showcased in all its glory.

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On Saturday, the Car Cruise takes place from 6pm to 8pm. Vehicles will cruise through the community, as they get cheered on by residents.

The next day, the Car Show takes centre stage. Over 500+ vehicles will be on display downtown Port Coquitlam.

As you make your way through all the stunning vehicles, make sure you check out the entertainment, food vendors, and community exhibitors. Children’s activities including rock climbing, Fun Gym Bus and Jelks Carnival will be taking place from 11am to 5pm.

When you need a moment to sit down, catch the Acoustic Jam at the Shaughnessy Pop-up Park from 12pm to 4pm.

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Date: August 19 and August 20, 2023 Address: downtown Port Coquitlam Time: Car Cruise (6pm to 8pm); Car Show (10am to 4pm) Admission: FREE

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• Moscow - St. Petersburg 5-star cruise by Vodohod

8 days and 7 nights

• Moscow - St. Petersburg Cruise
• Route Moscow - Uglich - Goritsy - Kizhi - Mandrogui - St. Petersburg
• Languages English-speaking guide is guaranteed. Other languages are on request.
• Cruise Ship 5-star cruise ship MS Rostropovich
• Group Tour This is a group tour. There will be other people in your group.
• Prices and Dates

Moscow : Welcome on board! Check in begins at 14:00 (2.00 PM), but you may board earlier or later depending on you arrival in Moscow. If you order a transfer, you will be met at the airport or train station by one of our drivers and taken by comfortable car to the river port where you will board your cruise ship (transfer is optional).

Over the next few days, you will get the chance to explore Moscow and learn about its riveting history. You will be taken on a city tour and see Moscow's most interesting sights and learn about this amazing city's past and present. You will also have a chance to do some light shopping and there will be time to relax aboard the ship in the evenings. One of the highlights of your time in Moscow is a visit to  Red Square  and the  Kremlin . You will also visit one of the Kremlin's famous cathedrals. The Kremlin as we know it today was rebuilt as a stone structure during the beginning of the 14th century but the actual site has been inhabited and used as a fortified city wall for centuries before this period. The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure - at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city's former military fortification, a palace and the workplace of the Russian President. The Kremlin is the center of Russia's political life and State power and has been home to Tsars, General Secretaries of the Soviet Union and Russian Presidents.

Moscow  is Russia's political and financial capital as well as a major world class cultural center. The city includes many must see attractions from the Kremlin and Red Square to the Assumption Cathedral. Moscow is the largest city in Europe. It is unique in that it blends the ancient with the modern. See medieval structures among modern office buildings, walk down crooked old city streets opening up to wide, busy boulevards. It is a fantastic city and truly a site that shouldn't be missed.

Uglich : You will be taken on a walking city tour with visit to the  Kremlin , the  Church of St. Demitrius on the Blood  and the  Transfiguration cathedral .

Uglich  was founded in 1148 as a small princedom bordering on Muscovy and is one of the most beloved towns in Old Russia. The view of the town as you approach it from the Volga River is breathtaking with the Cathedral of the Resurrection and St. John's Church rising on the horizon. The history of the town is fascinating; At the end of the 16th century, Maria Nagaya, seventh wife of Ivan the Terrible, lived in honorary exile at the Kremlin in Uglich. It was here in her garden that the 10 year old Prince Dmitry of the Rurik Dynasty, heir to the Russian throne was murdered by Boris Godunov who wanted to seize power for himself. On the spot of his death, the Church of St. Demitrius of the Blood was built and still stands today. The death of Prince Dmitri brought on the start of the Time of Troubles, a dynastic and political crises and one of the most tumultuous periods in Russian history which ended 15 years later after the election of a new Tsar, Mikhail Romanov (the first Tsar of the Romanov Dynasty). Inside the Kremlin the oldest building in Uglich, the Palace of Tsarevich Dmitry also stands. During your time in Uglich you will learn more about the town's past and walk along the paths of Russian history.

Arrival in the ancient village of  Goritsy . Tour of the  St. Cyril on the White Lake Monastery  and the  Museum of Icons .

Goritsy  is a tiny settlement 7 kilometers from the St. Cyril on the White Lake Monastery. The remains of the Nunnery of the Resurrection that sits on the banks of the Sheksna River can be visited and is within a quarter of a mile of where the ship stops. Goritsy is definitely a site to see for anyone with an interest in Russian history. St. Cyril on the White Lake was founded in 1397 by Kirill Belosersky on the shore of Lake Siverskoye. The monastery had wide trade in the 15th to 17th centuries and was used as a fortress to protect Russia's nobility during the Times of Troubles.

After the tour you will return to your ship and set sail in the direction of St. Petersburg along the Volga Baltic Canal. The Volga Baltic Canal is a series of canals and rivers that connect the Volga river to the Baltic Sea.

You'll cruise along Europe's second largest lake,  Lake Onega  and arrive on the island of  Kizhi . Here you will visit a fascinating open-air museum containing numerous examples of elaborate Russian, wooden architecture.

Kizhi Island : Via the Volga Baltic Canal, our cruise takes us to the tiny island of Kizhi, located at the northern end of Lake Onega. The island is renowned for its open-air  Museum of Architecture , which is assembled from over 80 monuments of wooden architecture from various areas of the country and restored to form a glimpse of the past. The most impressive site on the island is the  Church of the Transfiguration or Preobrazhenskaya  (the church of twenty-two wooden domes). This masterpiece of architecture, featuring five tiers of 22 domes, was built in 1714 without the use of a single nail, only an axe and pine trees. The church magically changes color as the day grows old, it is certainly one of the most interesting things you will see during your time in Russia.

A stop in the village of  Mandrogui . Enjoy walking around this traditional Russian village in its beautiful setting and spend a day of rest, relaxation and fun. We will have a fantastic barbeque picnic on the banks of the river featuring one of Russia's favorite specialties - shashlik (meat shish kebab prepared on an outdoor fire). You will love it!

Mandrogui  is really more of a living museum than a live-in village. It features a collection of old wooden houses and is geared towards showing visitors what a traditional Russian village resembled in the past. One of the features here is the Vodka Museum, which contains thousands of different brands and types of Russia's favorite pastime.

Arrival in the imperial capital of Russia -  St. Petersburg . Your time in St. Petersburg will begin with a  Panoramic City Tour . This tour is the best way to get acquainted with all of the city's major highlights. Our professional guide will take you down  Nevsky Prospect , St. Petersburg's most famous and vibrant thoroughfare. There you will see some of the city's most interesting architectural monuments including the Kazan Cathedral (exterior) and the Winter Palace. You will see the  Peter and Paul Fortress  (interior) - a symbol of St. Petersburg and also the oldest building in the city.

One of the highlights of your entire cruise will be a visit to the  Hermitage , Russia's premier museum containing one of the largest art collections in the world. The museum consists of five historical buildings including the Winter Palace - the residence of the Russian Tsars. The museum contains over 3 million pieces of art with dates ranging from high antiquity to the present day. Among the Hermitage's treasures are artworks by Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Titian, Rembrandt, Rubens and many others.

On the last day of your cruise you will say goodbye to Russia, your ship's crew and the many new friends we are sure you will have met during your time with us. We are sure that your memories of the trip will last a lifetime and we look forward to welcoming you to Russia sometime in the future. Our driver will meet you at the ship and take you to the airport to see you off (transfer is optional).

St. Petersburg  is Russia's second largest and second most important city - the Northern capital of the country, Russia's cultural center, and considered the world's 'Northern Venice' due to its extensive system of canals and islands. Walk along Nevsky Prospect and experience the grandeur of pre-revolutionary imperial Russia. Pass palaces from the past and gaze at the famous embankment of the Neva River with its numerous bridges and striking architecture. St. Petersburg is also home to Russia's largest and busiest port and with its many world class theaters and museums has a very high level of cultural life.

Prices and Terms

Prices are per person.

The surcharge for single occupancy in a double cabin is 75% of the total cruise price. Surcharge for single occupancy in Deluxe or Suite cabin is 100% of the cruise price.

Included meals:

• Full board, three meals per day (from dinner on arrival day to continental breakfast on departure day). In case of late arrival (after 23:00) or early departure (before 06:00) a boxed meal is provided instead of dinner/breakfast. Breakfast is buffet style, lunch and dinner are served at your table.
• Coffee station (tea, coffee, biscuits) available from 06:00 to 19:00;
• 1 bottle of mineral water (0.5 l) per person per day in cabin;
• Lunches in the city: water for your table;
• Dinners in the city: 1 bottle of mineral water (0.5 l) + 1 glass (150 ml) of red/white wine or 1 glass of juice (200 ml) per person;
• Lunches and Dinners on board:
• For lunch and dinner: white/red/sparkling wine/beer in glasses (with no limit), water with no limit
• For breakfast: water with no limit, Cappuccino or Espresso without extra charge 
• Welcome “bread and salt” ceremony;
• Welcome cocktail - 1 glass of sparkling wine or juice per person;
• Tea or coffee for all meals;
• Russian Tea Ceremony;
• Themed dinners;
• “Captain’s dinner” with a special menu
• In cool weather: hot tea upon returning on board after shore excursions;
• In hot weather: Cold iced tea or juice upon returning on board after shore excursions;

Included services in cabins

• Bathrobes in Suite cabins;
• Toiletries provided in all cabins - shampoo 30 ml., shower gel 30 ml., conditioner 30 ml., body lotion 30 ml. (refill as needed), shower cap, slippers;
• Safe in all cabins;
• Minibar in Suite cabins (for additional fee);
• TVs and phones in all cabins.

Included services on board

• Hot towels upon returning on board after shore excursions;
• Onboard guides speaking English / French / German / Spanish / Italian; service of onboard guides for other foreign languages can be provided upon request for an additional fee;
• Sightseeing programs in each port as per itinerary (optional tours are available on board)
• Daily entertainment including lessons of the Russian language and Russian songs, dance evenings, folklore concerts, and more.
• Headsets for shore excursions
• Luggage handling in river ports from the inspection point to the ship and from the ship to the bus, as well as on board.

Services available on board for an additional fee:

• Optional tours
• Culinary master class;
• Vodka tasting with traditional snacks;
• Sports equipment rental: bicycles, Nordic walking poles, folding chair canes;
• Bottled water during shore excursions
• Birthday greetings (cake, music)
• Hairdresser services

Other included services:

• Russian visa invitation  - the document necessary for obtaining a Russian visa when applying for a Russian visa at the local Russian Consulate in your country.  PLEASE NOTE:  your passport should be valid for no less than 6 months after the planned departure from Russia and it should have at least 2 blank pages. The process of applying for a visa may take a long time and we recommend that you start the process 3 months before your trip. In case you are booking the trip last minute, we recommend that you check with the Russian Consulate in your country whether you have enough time for the visa application process. In case you have to cancel your trip because of visa issues standard cancellation policy will be applied. 

Not included:

• Visa processing costs. For US, UK, Australian, Indian and Canadian citizens, our company offers  Full Visa Support . With Full Visa Support, you send us your passport and other documentation and we obtain the Russian visa for you. 
• International airfare.
• Arrival and departure transfers. We can arrange these for an extra fee.
• Additional drinks and water in ship restaurant and drinks from onboard bars
• Suggested gratuity for crew and staff (7€ or $10 per traveler per day)
• Forwarding of baggage/souvenirs
• Travel insurance.  We highly recommend to purchase travel insurance before embarking on your trip to Russia. It’s always good to have extra protection while traveling far from home.  Click here  to learn more.
• Items of a personal nature (laundry services, bar charges, beauty salon services, telephone and cable charges and medical services).

Please be informed that all pre/post cruise services (additional arr/dep transfers, hotel accommodations, additional excursions, etc.) can also be arranged by us.

BOOKING AND CANCELLATION POLICY IN 2022:

Conditions of payment:  To book your cruise, a 25% irrevocable deposit is required. The trip must be fully paid 75 days before the cruise starting date.

Cancellation terms:  75 or more days before the trip – a fee equal to 25% of the entire package will be charged. 74-65 days before the trip – a fee equal to 30% of the entire package will be charged. 64-41 days before the trip – a fee equal to 60% of the entire package will be charged. 40-35 days before the trip – a fee equal to 75% of the entire package will be charged. 34 days or less before the trip or in the event of a no-show - a fee equal to 100% of the package will be charged.

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Ukraine war latest: Putin and Kim sign new defence deal - as UK says 'bizarre scenes' should be warning

Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un have signed a new deal in Pyongyang, making a vow of mutual aid if either of their countries is attacked as both face escalating stand-offs with the West. Got a question on the Ukraine war? Submit it below for our specialists to answer.

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In an opinion piece timed for his Vietnam visit, Vladimir Putin has applauded the country for supporting "a pragmatic way to solve the crisis" in Ukraine. 

Vietnam, which officially pursues a neutral foreign policy, has abstained from condemning Russia's invasion.

As well as praising Vietnam for its "balanced" stance on the war, Mr Putin listed progress on payments, energy and trade between the countries in the article published in Vietnam's Communist Party newspaper Nhan Dan.

"Putin's visit to North Korea and Vietnam is to demonstrate that Western attempts to isolate Russia are not working and that Russia has partners in Asia," said Carl Thayer, an expert on Vietnam security at the Australian Defence Force Academy in Canberra.

The Southeast Asian country will be the third nation Mr Putin has visited, after China and North Korea, since he was sworn in for a fifth term in May.

"No country should give Putin a platform to promote his war of aggression and otherwise allow him to normalise his atrocities," a spokesperson for the US embassy in Hanoi said this week.

Russia has historically been Vietnam's major military supplier, so any potential arms deals will be closely watched.

Vietnam has been gearing up for a full state welcome for the Russian leader's first visit since 2017 and his fifth in total. 

Vladimir Putin has arrived in Vietnam, Russian news agency RIA-Novosti reports.

It is a state visit aimed at strengthening ties with a longtime partner of Moscow's.

In Hanoi, the Russian leader is scheduled to meet Vietnam's most powerful politician, Communist Party general secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, then the new president, To Lam, and other politicians. 

The trip has resulted in a sharp rebuke from the US embassy in Hanoi.

It comes after Mr Putin's first trip to North Korea in 24 years, where he and Kim Jong Un signed an agreement pledging mutual aid if either country faces "aggression". 

Germany is holding up the 14th package of EU sanctions on Russia, sources say.

Officials from the bloc's 27 countries have been debating the package for over a month, which would make EU operators responsible for sanctions violations by subsidiaries and partners.

Germany's hesitation was due in part to an internal disagreement between its foreign ministry and the chancellor's office, diplomats and a source familiar with the matter told Reuters.

The roadblock remained despite the scrapping of a clause that Berlin found problematic - one that would have forced subsidiaries to "contractually prohibit re-exportation to Russia and re-exportation for use in Russia".

The EU's sanctions efforts have been undermined by circumvention via third countries. The inclusion of this clause would have further tightened the bloc's measures. 

Ambassadors will continue the debate tomorrow, they said. 

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced two more signatures have been added to his Peace Summit communique. 

He said the Organisation of American States, which represents countries in North and South America, and Antigua and Barbuda have signed it.

"We view the entire world as equals, and this is our ideological difference from Russia in international relations," the Ukrainian president said.

"Putin, however, wants only his voice to matter, or those he chooses. This is a typically colonial world view that we, together with all our partners, must break." 

He said the format of the Peace Summit will ensure "fair treatment for every nation", including, of course, Ukraine. 

Nearly 80 countries have already approved the final communique covering steps toward nuclear safety, food security, and the release of prisoners and deportees, including thousands of children abducted by Russia.

One person has been killed and three others have been injured in a Russian shelling attack in Donetsk, Ukraine's police force has said. 

In a post on Telegram, it said there had been 2,291 strikes in the eastern region in the last 24 hours. 

Russia used "aviation, rocket salvo systems and artillery", it added. 

Over the past few months, fighting has been surging across the frontline in the eastern Donetsk region. 

Russian forces have been trying to reach the key hilltop city of Chasiv Yar and other strategic hubs in the region. 

Russian troops also launched an offensive in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region. 

Mr Putin said he wanted to establish a buffer zone there to prevent Ukrainian cross-border attacks.

The offensive drew some Ukrainian fighters away from Donetsk, but many remain. 

Reuters captured these photos of Ukraine troops operating in the area. 

Russia has been attempting to replace "significant losses" by recruiting soldiers from African countries, the UK's defence ministry has said. 

Ukrainian intelligence has been reporting increased Russian efforts to recruit from several African countries in recent days. 

"This recruitment campaign is likely an attempt to replace significant battlefield losses and sustain offensive activity across the front," the MoD said. 

"Russia is likely expanding its recruitment across the global south to avoid additional mobilisations within Russian itself."

It added that previous mobilisations within Russia had resulted in a record labour shortage and the mass departure of skilled workers. 

Vladimir Putin's visit to North Korea has come to an end, with the Russian president leaving Pyongyang after a busy day of diplomacy.

His next stop is Vietnam.

The headline from Mr Putin's visit is no doubt the agreement signed between the two countries that, its leaders say, covers security, trade, investment and cultural and humanitarian ties among other things.

The deal has triggered plenty of reaction from around the world, with Washington and Seoul among those expressing concern about the growing military ties between Russia and North Korea.

Below, we've taken a look at exactly how Mr Putin's visit shaped up.

Opening remarks

The warm words between the Kremlin and Pyongyang started before Mr Putin's plane had even touched down, with the Russian leader penning an open letter in North Korean state media.

It was here that we first got confirmation of an agreement that would be signed by the two countries. Mr Putin called it a partnership that would help in the "fight against the imperialist hegemonistic policies of the US and its satellites against the Russian Federation".

There was also some appreciation shown for North Korea's "firm support" for Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. 

Mr Putin claimed the US were doing everything they could to "prolong and inflame" the conflict, which Russia began in February 2022.

'Rock star' welcome in Pyongyang

When Mr Putin arrived in Pyongyang in the early hours of the morning, he was met personally by Kim Jong Un, a red carpet and a bouquet of roses.

State television then showed his motorcade driving through brightly lit neighbourhoods, with the 105-storey Ryugyong Hotel glowing with LED lights that said "Welcome Putin".

The streets of the capital were lined with hundreds of thousands of people holding flowers and waving Russian and North Korean flags, welcoming Mr Putin back on to North Korean soil for the first time in 24 years.

There was then a lavish ceremony in Pyongyang's main square, crowded with people and colourful decorations, where Mr Kim introduced key members of the North Korean leadership.

As a military band played, the two leaders walked down another red carpet and greeted dignitaries. Artillery guns fired a welcoming salvo.

As our Asia correspondent Nicole Johnston put it, North Korea gave Mr Putin "a rock star's welcome".

The 'comprehensive strategic partnership pact'

Fundamental to this trip for both Russia and North Korea is the document signed by the two nations, which both of its leaders have been at pains to describe in bold terms.

Mr Kim calls it the "strongest ever treaty", while for Mr Putin, it's a "breakthrough document".

The two leaders were first joined by ministers from both countries for initial talks. They then engaged in one-on-one talks that lasted two hours, according to reports.

This new agreement marks a new period of relations between the two countries, one that, according to North Korea's leader, is "incomparable". 

It reportedly covers everything from investment to strengthening cultural ties and cooperating on health, medical education and science. 

But it's the inclusion of a mutual defence clause, in case of "aggression", as Mr Putin put it, that stands out.

Mr Kim told reporters that North Korea will respond "without hesitation" to "incidents or wars" facing either his country or Russia. 

He did not elaborate on what the response will entail, though he did say the agreement is "defensive and peaceful in nature".

Russia also doesn't rule out the "development" of military-technical cooperation between the two nations. 

There's already an assumption that North Korea is sending Russia ammunition to use in Ukraine, while there are fears that Moscow will pass on aid for Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programmes in return. 

The signing of this agreement will do little to subdue those concerns.

Gifts and goodbyes

With business out the way, Mr Putin and Mr Kim spent the next few hours having a bit of fun.

There was the exchanging of gifts, with the Russian leader receiving works of art depicting himself.

For Mr Kim there was a tea set, an admiral's dirk (a type of dagger) and a Russian-built limousine, which both leaders took turns at driving.

Mr Putin then laid a wreath at the Liberation monument in Pyongyang, which was erected in 1946 in memory of Red Army soldiers killed liberating the Korean Peninsula from Japanese occupation.

Keeping with that theme, both leaders took their seats at a gala concert, where songs performed all evoked war and defence of the nation.

Russian state media reported the concert included excerpts from wartime songs, including Where the Motherland Begins, We Need One Victory and Katyusha, as well as song by groups who regularly support Mr Putin at political rallies.

Putin's opinion piece

As Mr Putin heads for Vietnam, a newspaper in the country has published an opinion piece he has written. 

In the piece, he praised Vietnam for its "balanced" stance on the Ukraine war and applauded the communist-ruled country for supporting "a pragmatic way to solve" the conflict. 

He also said Russia and Vietnam shared "similar assessments of the situation in the Asia-Pacific region".

He is due to arrive in Hanoi overnight and plans to meet Vietnamese leaders tomorrow, on the heels of his trip to North Korea.

It will be his first trip to the country since 2017.

One of the gifts given by Vladimir Putin to Kim Jong Un during his visit to North Korea today was a luxury Russian limousine. 

We're now got footage of the Russian president driving his host around, and other highlights from his trip...

Vladimir Putin has praised Vietnam for its "balanced" stance on the Ukraine war in an opinion piece published in the newspaper of Vietnam's Communist Party.

In the piece, timed for his state visit to Vietnam tomorrow, the Russian leader applauded the communist-ruled country for supporting "a pragmatic way to solve the crisis" in Ukraine.

Energy, he said, was "an area of strategic importance in bilateral cooperation" and cited Russia-Vietnam joint ventures on fossil fuels in the South China Sea and in northern Russia.

The comments were published in the Nhan Dan newspaper.

Vietnam, which officially pursues a neutral foreign policy in its relations with major world powers, has abstained from condemning Russia's war in Ukraine.

Mr Putin is due to arrive in Hanoi overnight and plans to meet Vietnamese leaders tomorrow, on the heels of his trip to North Korea.

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Car buffs set for second big cruise through Port Coquitlam in a month

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For the second time in less than a month, the streets of Port Coquitlam will be coming alive with the sights and sounds of classic and souped-up cars.

On Saturday (Sept. 11), the Cat and Fiddle Pub is hosting its annual cruise followed on Sunday (Sept. 12) by its first show since 2019. Both events are fundraisers for Wounded Warriors Canada that provides mental health supports for veterans and first responders.

Organizer Shirley McMillan said the cruise will follow the same route as the PoCo Car Show’s event on Aug. 21. Participants will gather at the pub at 6 p.m. then hit the road an hour later.

McMillan said between 80 and 120 cars are expected, although that number could increase substantially if the weather is good.

She said after more than a year of COVID-19 public health restrictions that limited the ability of car buffs to stage shows or show off their beloved projects to each other and the public, everyone is eager to get rolling again.

“That’s what they live for,” McMillan said of the hobbyist mechanics who put in hundreds of hours of toil and thousands of dollars to breathe renewed life into vintage vehicles.

She said while many enthusiasts have managed to get together in smaller, informal gatherings through the course of the pandemic, the big events like neighbourhood cruises and shows that can attract tens of thousands of people are what provide the biggest buzz.

“It’s nice for people to be able to show them off,” said McMillan, who, along with her husband, has spent countless hours building up their ’57 Chevy Bel Air from little more than a rusted chassis.

McMillan said the appeal of classic cars and hot rods crosses generations. Even kids will get excited about an old Dodge Charger restored to look like the car from the 1970s TV show The Dukes of Hazzard , or a Camaro that evokes the talking car, Kit, from Knight Rider , because their parents catch the shows on cable TV channels dedicated to classic programs, or they talk about them.

McMillan said the enthusiasts also get something from being able to gather, as they’ll admire each other’s handiwork, get ideas for their own projects and maybe learn a bit more about the history of their vehicle.

Sunday’s show at the Cat and Fiddle begins at 10 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m. As well as gathering cars and trucks from different eras, hot rods, low-riders and even vintage motorcycles, the event includes a raffle, 50/50 draw and trophies for top entrants.

For more information, or to inquire about registering your own vehicle, you can email McMillan at [email protected] .

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Being Russian Federation's capital, Moscow is a major economic, political, scientific and cultural center, as well as Europe's biggest city.

According to Forbes 2013, Moscow has been ranked as the 9th most expensive city in the world by Mercer and has one of the largest urban economies, being ranked as an alpha global city according to Globalization and World Cities Research Network. It is also one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the world according to MasterCard Global Destination Cities Index. Moscow is the northernmost and the coldest megacity and metropolis on the Earth. It's home to Ostankino Tower, the tallest free-standing European structure; the Federation Tower, the tallest European skyscraper; and the Moscow International Business Center. 

Moscow is situated on Moskva River in the Central Federal District of European Russia, which makes it the most populated inland city in the world. Moscow city is well known for architecture, particularly its historic buildings like Saint Basil's Cathedral. With over 40% of its territory covered by greenery, it's one of the greenest capitals and major cities in Europe and the world. Moscow is the seat of power of the Russian Government, being the site of Moscow Kremlin, a medieval city-fortress that is now the residence of the President of Russia. Moscow Kremlin and Red Square are among the several World Heritage Sites in the city. 

Moscow has 2 passenger terminals, North River Terminal (Rechnoy vokzal) and South River Terminal. The regular ship routes and cruises along Moskva and Oka rivers are used mostly for entertainment. North River Terminal (1937-built) is currently the main hub for long-range routes along the river. There are 3 freight ports that serve Moscow.

In late-July 2021 the city announced plans to incorporate a fleet (unspecified number) of fully electric passenger ferries into its public transportation network from summer 2022, the goal being to reduce the dependence on cars.

• The boats are designed with length ~22 m (72 ft), passenger capacity 42, modern amenities (Wi-Fi, USB charging points, tables for working commuters), spaces for storing scooters and bicycles.
• Moscow Transport confirmed that two routes (with max daily capacity ~16,000 passengers) have already been mapped out.
• Passengers will be able to pay via bank cards, the city’s Troika card (smart card for travel by any public transportation) or biometric payment cards. Those with monthly/yearly public transit tickets will use the boats at no extra cost.
• The new electric ferry service is up to 5 times faster (in comparison to other city public transports) and ~2 times faster than by car.

Moscow cruise terminal

Moscow's cruise terminal is called North River Terminal or River Station  ("Rechnoy Vokzal" / "речной вокзал").

The terminal was opened in 1937 and is one of 2 passenger terminals (the other being South River Terminal) of the city's river transport. North River Terminal is the main hub for long-range (including cruise) shipping routes. 

South River Terminal (above photo) was opened in 1985.

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