SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17

St.Helen's Bazaar, in the parish hall at 3871 Pandora St. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Come and enjoy fresh homemade baking, lunch, dinner, crafts, Lucky 7, games for kids, silent auction, raffle and much more.

12th Annual Nikkei Place Craft & Bake Fair, 10: 30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 6688 Southoaks Cres. Free admission event features unique Japanese-inspired items such as gorgeous traditional textiles, fun and funky contemporary items, as well as home baking and other delicious snacks. Info: www.nikkei place.org or call 604-7777000.

Gloria Dei Chorale fall concert, accompanied by the Parish Quire, 7: 30 p.m., New Westminister Christian Reformed Church, 8255 13th Ave., $15. Tickets available at the door.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18

St.Helen's Bazaar, in the parish hall at 3871 Pandora St. 9: 30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come and enjoy fresh homemade baking, breakfast, crafts, Lucky 7, games for kids, silent auction, raffle and much more.

12th Annual Nikkei Place Craft & Bake Fair, 10: 30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 6688 Southoaks Cres. Free admission event features unique Japanese-inspired items such as gorgeous traditional textiles, fun and funky contemporary items, as well as home baking and other delicious snacks. Info: www.nikkei place.org or call 604-7777000.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Drop-in blood pressure, clinic, including height/weight monitoring, health info and consultation, massage and socializing. Bonsor Seniors Centre, 6550 Bonsor Ave., 9: 30 to 11: 15 a.m. Info: 604439-1456.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22

Thrift shop sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at South Burnaby United Church. Clothing, household items, books, toys and more. Donations welcome.

Drop-in blood pressure, clinic, including height/weight monitoring, health info and consultation, massage and socializing. Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway, 10 to 11: 45 a.m. Info: 604-524-9060.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24

Giant flea market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Maywood Community School, 4567 Imperial St. Lots of bargains. Admission 50 cents. Table rentals $10. Info: 604-6648208.

St. Stephen's Church annual fall fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 9887 Cameron St. Free admission. There will be crafts, home baking, new and used items, gifts and raffles, including a silent auction.

Eighth annual Christmas at the Mansion Craft Fair, 401 North Esmond Ave., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour one of the finest heritage homes in Burnaby Heights and enjoy Christmas baking, refreshments, prizes and draws plus much more. Event supports Seton Villa, a non-profit housing society that provides affordable and assisted living housing for seniors. Info: www.Christmasatoverlynn.ca. Holly Tea & Fair, 1 to 3: 30 p.m., South Burnaby United Church Hall at 7551 Gray Ave. Girl Guides will be present and collecting food bank donations at the door. Event also features Christmas crafts, kids' games and activities, white elephant sale, baking and preserves and silent auction.

Burnaby Potters' Guild show and sale, Capitol Hill hall, 361 Howard Ave., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Event will feature more than 15 guild potters. Find one-of-a-kind, locally made gifts for friends, family, or yourself. The theme of the sale is "Deck the Halls." There will be complimentary hot apple cider and cookies.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25

Eighth annual Christmas at the Mansion Craft Fair, 401 North Esmond Ave. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour one of the finest heritage homes in Burnaby Heights and enjoy Christmas baking, refreshments, prizes and draws plus much more. Event supports Seton Villa, a non-profit housing society that provides affordable and assisted living housing for seniors. Info: www.Christmasatoverlynn.ca.

Burnaby Potters' Guild show and sale, Capitol Hill hall, 361 Howard Ave., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Event will feature more than 15 guild potters. Find one-of-a-kind, locally made gifts for friends, family, or yourself. The theme of the sale is "Deck the Halls." There will be complimentary hot apple cider and cookies.

Scandinavian Craft Fair, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Scandinavian Community Centre, 6540 Thomas St. This free admission event will feature arts and crafts, Scandinavian specialties and refreshments. For more info, call 604-294-2777.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26

Drop-in blood pressure, clinic, including height/weight monitoring, health info and consultation, massage and socializing. Bonsor Seniors Centre, 6550 Bonsor Ave., 9: 30 to 11: 15 a.m. Info: 604439-1456.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28

Chris Czajkowski: Ginty's Ghost, McGill branch of the Burnaby Public Library, 7 to 8: 30 p.m. B.C. author Chris Czajkowski returns with more revelations of wilderness life in the far reaches of the Chilcotin in her new book, Ginty's Ghost. Free event, but space is limited. Register online at www.bpl. bc.ca/events/chris-czajkowski-gintys-ghost or by calling 604-299-8955, or in person at the library.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29

Thrift shop sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at South Burnaby United Church. Clothing, household items, books, toys and more. Donations welcome.

Drop-in blood pressure, clinic, including height/weight monitoring, health info and consultation, massage and socializing. Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway, 10 to 11: 45 a.m. Info: 604-524-9060.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1

Christmas Fun Fair, 11: 15 a.m. to 2: 15 p.m. Vancouver Urban Ministries fundraiser at the Westburn Community Centre, 4781 Parkwood Ave. There will be 25 booths for various games all created and run by the high schoolers of Burnaby. Event also features a food concession selling pizza, samosa, chips and drinks, and an item signed by Michael Bublé in the silent auction. All proceeds towards the ministries' after-school one-on-one therapeutic program for underprivileged children with learning disabilities.

Mistletoe Market, Gordon Presbyterian Church, 11: 30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch is $5 for adults, $3 for children six to 12. Event features silent auction, home baking, crafts and games.

Forest Grove Christmas Craft Fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 8525 Forest Grove Dr. Event features high-quality artisans and crafts, local vendors, bake sale, kids' zone and raffle. Free entry. Finding Japan - Early Canadian Encounters with Asia, presentation by Anne Shannon, 3 to 4 p.m. Nikkei Centre, 6688 Southoaks Cres. Finding Japan looks in the opposite direction to early Canadian engagement westward across the Pacific - when it began, who went and why. Seen through the eyes of a colourful cast of characters, the book opens a window on the tumultuous period in Canadian, Japanese and Pacific history between the mid-19th and mid-20th centuries - with some surprises. Author Anne Shannon will present the images followed by discussion. Books will be available for purchase. For more info, go to www. nikkeiplace.org or call 604777-7000.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2

Burnaby Horsemen's

Association event, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Burnaby Equestrian Centre, 9080 Avalon Ave. Event hosted by volunteers from the Burnaby Horsemen's Association, with the support of the City of Burnaby. Event features pony rides, horse demonstrations, info about the public lesson program and the facility in general. Bring some change for concession snacks and well-heeled boots for pony rides. Free family event, however non-perishable food items will be accepted for the Burnaby Food Bank. For more info, go to www.burnabyhorsemensassociation.com or email burnabyhorsemens association@gmail.com.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 3

Drop-in blood pressure, clinic, including height/weight monitoring, health info and consultation, massage and socializing. Bonsor Seniors Centre, 6550 Bonsor Ave., 9: 30 to 11: 15 a.m. Info: 604439-1456.

ONGOING

If you're crafty, the auxiliary to the Burnaby Hospital wants knitted or crocheted items for babies or small children to sell in the gift shop. Contact the Burnaby Hospital volunteer resources at 604412-6130.

All needlers who like knitting, crocheting, sewing or other craft activities are invited to a fun, social group, Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55 plus, 7282 Kingsway. Donations gratefully accepted, proceeds from sale of items handcrafted by group benefit Edmonds Seniors Society.

Burnaby South Stroke Recovery Branch, meets second and fourth Friday of each month, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55 plus, 7282 Kingsway. Offers speech therapy, exercise session, caregiver support and various social activities for stroke survivors. Info: 604-297-4400.

Bombay Rummy, play this game on Tuesdays from 12 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9: 30 a.m. to 3: 15 p.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. Info 604-297-4400.

Weight room orientation, overview of equipment and setup of a personalized program at Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, $4.05 for members and $5.40 for adults for one 60-minute session. Call 604-297-4400 for an appointment.

Old Age Pensioners Organization, Branch 12, meets first Monday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. Enjoy a social afternoon and learn what's happening to social security programs. Info: 604-297-4400.

Learn to Dance for Fun at the Royal Oak Community Hall, 7175 Royal Oak Ave., every Wednesday night. Lessons are 7 p.m. for beginners, 8 p.m. for intermediate and advanced. Dancing between 9 and 10: 30 p.m. $12 for two lessons and dance, $3 for dance only. No partner needed. Info: www.dancefor fun.ca.

Parent Support Service of B.C., self-help support circle in South Burnaby. Meetings held on alternate Tuesday evenings. Free and confidential. For more info, call 604669-1616.

Burnaby Power Squadron, 13-week boating course starting January until April or September until December. Includes pleasure craft operator's card and a one-year associate membership in the Canadian Power and Sail Squadron. Info: Rob at 604291-9854.

South Burnaby Garden Club, meets the first Tuesday of the month (except September, December and January), 7: 30 p.m. at the Bonsor Recreation Centre, second floor, 6550 Bonsor St.

Auxiliary to Burnaby Hospital Thrift Shop, open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Saturday at 3185 Kingsway, 604-4346959.

Free store, with children's clothes and other children's items, open Tuesdays, 9: 30 a.m. to noon, in the greenhouse behind New Life Community Church, 8765 Government St. Come to browse and enjoy a cup of coffee. Info: 604-420-0761.

Volunteers needed, to help with MOSAIC's Workplace Connection program, matching newcomers to Canadians in similar professions. Spend a few hours a week and make a lasting impact. Training and support offered. Call 604254-9626 or e-mail mentors@ mosaicbc.com.

Big Sisters of B.C. Lower Mainland, is looking for women, 19 years and older, interested in becoming a Big Sister. Prospective Big Sisters can call 604-873-4525, local 300, or visit www.bigsisters. bc.ca.

Schizophrenia support group, meets from 7 to 9 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at West Burnaby United Church, 6050 Sussex Ave., hosted by Burnaby Mental Wealth Society. Info: 604-4334829.

Royal Purple Lodge of Burnaby, a ladies' organization in Burnaby for more than 40 years, welcomes to members to help in fundraising to assist children in need, with meetings, socials and fellowship. Call Judy at 604433-7462.

One To One Burnaby Business Women, meet for networking and learning. Dinner meetings with guest speaker, last Thursday of the month. Contact Sharon Ladret for more info at sharon@donndean.com or 604-434-7221.

Seniors' card games, at Bonsor Recreation Complex, with cribbage, bridge, euchre, 500 and whist. For info on times and days, call 604-4395510.

Young at Heart, seniors' group meets Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, singing, exercise and games at 5825 Nelson Ave. For more information about the group, call 604-435-3251.

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