Saturday, July 31

Free nature walk at Burnaby Lake Regional Park, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Topic: invertebrates. Info: metrovancouver.org or 604-420-3031.

Burnaby Farmers Market, included vendors and activities. Classic pops music by Ron Ulrich. Today's theme - Market is Going to the Dogs. Bring dog to the market at noon for prizes for biggest and smallest dog, longest and shortest tail and nose, best-dressed dog and more, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 49849 Canada Wa7y at Deer Lake Parkway.

Tuesday, August 3

Edmonds Camp Adventure, sample a variety of fun and popular sports, four sessions from Aug. 3 to 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., ages six to 12, $93.40, Edmonds Community Centre for 55+. Register at 604-525-1671 (barcode 214964).

Wednesday, August 4

Minibus trip with Confederation Seniors Centre to Capilano Suspension Bridge, North Vancouver, 1 to 5:15 p.m., $35.67 plus tax (includes entrance fee). No walkers or canes allowed on bridge. Register at 604-294-1936 (barcode 216306)

Thursday, August 5

Edmonds Centre Health Watch, Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway, with drop-in blood pressure, height and weigh monitoring, health info and consultation, relaxation, massage and chair exercises from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Presentation at 11 a.m. on health literacy, making the most of your doctor's visit. Info: 604-524-9060.

Friday, August 6

Train Fest, Confederation Park on the Burnaby Central Railway, Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. many different trains to see and ride. Info: 604-291-0922.

Saturday, August 7

Kensington Community Fair: Enjoy a barbecue lunch and live entertainment while visiting activity stations and interactive displays. Free admission, Goes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kensington Park in North Burnaby. Info: 604-671-1000.

Burnaby Lake Rugby Club's Sevens rugby tournament with teams from all over the Lower Mainland, men's and women's teams. Check out the newest Summer Olympics sport that will debut in 2016, Burnaby Lake Rugby Club, 3760 Sperling Ave, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Train Fest, Confederation Park on the Burnaby Central Railway, Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. many different trains to see and ride. Info: 604-291-0922.

Burnaby Farmers Market, included vendors and activities. Canadiana and Maritime music by Ron Jones, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 49849 Canada Way at Deer Lake Parkway.

Sunday, August 8

Train Fest, Confederation Park on the Burnaby Central Railway, Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. many different trains to see and ride. Info: 604-291-0922.

Monday, August 9

Edmonds Camp Adventure, Super Soakers. Water wonder and wacky fun is this week's theme, five sessions from Aug. 9 to 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., ages six to 12, $116.80, Edmonds Community Centre for 55+. Register at 604-525-1671 (barcode 214965).

Wednesday, August 11

B.C. Genealogical Society meets at Edmonds Community Centre, Kingsway at Edmonds, 7:30 p.m. Visitors and new members of any age welcome. Introductory courses offered. Call 604-431-6149 or see www.bcgs.ca for information.

Thursday, August 12

Edmonds Centre Health Watch, Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway, with drop-in blood pressure, height and weigh monitoring, health info and consultation, relaxation, massage and chair exercises from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Foot clinic by appointment (paid service). Info: 604-524-9060.

Friday, August 13

Kool Down at Kensington, free swim for youth aged 10 to 16, 8 to 10 p.m., Kensington Park Pool. Hot dog and beverage - $1. Info: 604-671-1000.

Purpose Society - Newcomer Youth Connection Program barbecue, goes froom noon to 4 p.m. at Moody Park. All youth aged 15 to 24 who have immigrated to Canada in the past five years and who live in Burnaby or New Westminster are invited to attend. For more info, call Tully Mtatiro at 604-512-4127 or e-mail tuly.mtatiro@purposesociety.org.

Monday, August 16

Edmonds Camp Adventure, Eco-Explorers. Explore wilderness and play zany games in this nature based week, five sessions from Aug. 16 to 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., ages six to 12, $116.80, Edmonds Community Centre for 55+. Register at 604-525-1671 (barcode 214966).

Vacation Bible School, ages five to 12, Gordon Church, 7457 Edmonds St., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday to Friday. Enjoy Bible stories, crafts games, songs and snacks. Info: Lindy at 604-525-6876 or the church 604-521-4242.

Tuesday, August 17

Minibus trip with Confederation Seniors Centre, Theatre Under the Stars production of Singing in the Rain, Stanley Park, 7 to 11:45 p.m. $40.49 plus tax. Register 604-294-1936 (barcode 211938).

Buddhism: A Philosophy for Living, free seminar at 7 p.m. at the Bob Prittie (Metrotown) main branch of Burnaby Public Library. Info: www.sgi.org.

Wednesday, August 18

Dinner at the Drive-In. Enjoy a great meal outside with movies in the background and live entertainment, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., $14.54 for members and $18.05 for non-members, Edmonds Community Centre for 55+. Register 604-525-1671 (barcode 215897)

Thursday, August 19

Edmonds Centre Health Watch, Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway, with drop-in blood pressure, height and weight monitoring, health info and consultation, relaxation, massage and chair exercises from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Presentation on macular degeneration at 11 a.m. Info: 604-524-9060.

Monday, August 23

Buddhism, a philosophy for life, free seminar, 7 p.m., Cameron Recreation complex. Info: www.sgi.org.

Edmonds Camp Adventure, Summer's End Party with activities, games and summer celebrations, five sessions from Aug. 23 to 27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., ages six to 12, $116.80, Edmonds Community Centre for 55+. Register at 604-525-1671 (barcode 214967).

Thursday, August 26

Edmonds Centre Health Watch, Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway, with drop-in blood pressure, height and weigh monitoring, health info and consultation, relaxation, massage and chair exercises from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Presentation at 11 a.m. - let's visit a far country for free. Info: 604-524-9060.

Friday, August 27

Bonsor 55-plus summer barbecue, with hamburgers and hotdogs served on the garden patio, followed by bocce game and a chance to listen to music, noon to 3 p.m., $7.13 members, $8.92 non-members, 604-439-5510.

Wednesday, September 8

B.C. Genealogical Society meets at Edmonds Community Centre, Kingsway at Edmonds, 7:30 p.m. Visitors and new members of any age welcome. Introductory courses offered. Call 604-431-6149 or see www.bcgs.ca for information.

Monday, September 13

Registration for Burnaby Glens District, Sparks, Brownies, Guides and Pathfindinders, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., Lion's Hall, 5024 Rumble. New Leasers welcome. Info: 1-800-565-8111 or www.westcoastarea.com.

Wednesday, October 13

B.C. Genealogical Society meets at Edmonds Community Centre, Kingsway at Edmonds, 7:30 p.m. Visitors and new members of any age welcome. Introductory courses offered. Call 604-431-6149 or see www.bcgs.ca for information.

Sunday, October 24

Bottle and penny drive, in support of Small Animal Rescue Society of B.C., accepting donations of returnable bottles and cans, pennies or other change, plus Canadian Tire money, at the Bottle Depot, 6893 Hastings St. Arrangements can be made for pickup or drop-off on another day. E-mail info@smallanimalrescue.org.

Wednesday, November 10

B.C. Genealogical Society meets at Edmonds Community Centre, Kingsway at Edmonds, 7:30 p.m. Visitors and new members of any age welcome. Introductory courses offered. Call 604-431-6149 or see www.bcgs.ca for information.

Wednesday, December 8

B.C. Genealogical Society meets at Edmonds Community Centre, Kingsway at Edmonds, 7:30 p.m. Visitors and new members of any age welcome. Introductory courses offered. Call 604-431-6149 or see www.bcgs.ca for information.