Saturday, September 8

Burnaby French language playschool, open house and registration, 10 a.m. to noon, in the portable at Ecole Marlborough School, 6060B Marlborough Ave. (off Sanders Street). Give your child a head start in French immersion. Come visit this non-profit, parent participation preschool. School features a small class ratio of 15 students to two teachers, a play-based curriculum with monthly themes, and field trips to help foster emotional development and learning. For more info, call 604-432-1323 or visit www.bflp.org.

South Burnaby Garden Club annual fall fair, Bonsor Recreation Centre, 6550 Bonsor Ave. 1 to 5 p.m. Free admission. Many amazing exhibits, children's entries, colouring contests, potato contest, door prizes, floral arts demonstration, bake, produce and preserves sale and refreshment booth. Info: Dan at 604-526-4647.

Sunday, September 9

South Burnaby Garden Club annual fall fair, Bonsor Recreation Centre, 6550 Bonsor Ave. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Many amazing exhibits, children's entries, colouring contests, potato contest, door prizes, floral arts demonstration, bake, produce and preserves sale and refreshment booth. Info: Dan at 604-526-4647.

Family barbecue lunch, Cliff Avenue United Church, 1600 Cliff Ave. Noon to 1:30 p.m. For more info, call 604-420-2621.

Burnaby Farmers' Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Burnaby City Hall parking lot at 4949 Canada Way. Event also includes Cake Baking contest at noon.

Monday, September 10

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: 604-439-1456.

Line dancing, beginners welcome. Moderate exercise for body and brain and lots of fun. 10 a.m. at Deer Lake United Church, 5135 Sperling Ave. Enter by ramp at rear. More info: Georgie at 604-522-5647.

Tuesday, September 11

Information night for Girl Guides, Burnaby Glens district, 6:30 to 8 p.m., South Burnaby United Church, 7591 Gray Ave. Register online at www.girlguides.ca.

World Dance Evening, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Free evening of folk dancing from around the world. This is a great way to get a taste of international folk dancing, the evening is hosted by the Burnaby International Folk Dancers; many dances from around the world will be taught. No experience necessary, no partner needed. Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells Ave. Info: 604-436-9475.

Wednesday, September 12

Burnaby Women's Connection luncheon, noon at the Scandinavian Center at 6540 Thomas St. Event features "The Art of Thrifty Shopping" with Sue Pate. Music by guest artist Carola Meerkerk. Speaker is Ann Griffiths, author of Mentoring Grandparents. Reservations: Aileen at 604-931-1712. Cost: $19.

Thursday, September 13

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.

Edmonds mini bus trip to Britannia Mine Museum, presented by Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. $36.18 members, $45.22 non-members. Info: 604-525-1671. Bar code: 281897

Saturday, September 15

Class of 1972 Burnaby North Secondary School 40 year Reunion, Executive Plaza Hotel, 405 North Road, Coquitlam. B.C. For more information please see www.classreport.org/can/bc/burnaby/bns/1972.

Class of 1992 Burnaby North Secondary School 20 year reunion, 8 p.m. Joey's, 1899 Rosser Ave. For more info or to buy tickets, go to www.bngradsof92.com.

Edible Events, explore global and local food issues through the sensation of tastes such as savoury, sweet and sour. 4 to 7 p.m. $15. To register, call the Burnaby Art Gallery at 604-297-4422.

Monday, September 17

Resume writing workshop, Burnaby Public Library, Tommy Douglas Branch, 7311 Kingsway, 2 to 4 p.m. If your resume isn't making the phone ring, you need to come to this informative free workshop given by GT Hiring Solutions.

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: 604-439-1456.

Elder Abuse Awareness Workshop, conducted in Cantonese, and presented by the Burnaby Multicultural Society, 6255 Nelson Ave. The elderly and caregivers can learn about ways to keep themselves safe from abuse and live with dignity in a safe community.

2:30 to 4 p.m. Info: 604-431-4131, ext. 29. Workshop is free and anyone interested is welcomed to join, especially seniors over 55 and caregivers.

Tuesday, September 18

Edmonds mini bus trip to Harrison Hot Springs cruise, presented by Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. $105.93 members, $141.24 non-members. Info: 604-525-1671. Bar code: 283952

Thursday, September 20

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, September 22

ROAR (Royal Oak and Rumble) community picnic, in the park west of Burnaby South Secondary School. Refreshments, hot dogs, fun and entertainment. Event goes rain or shine. Local band Rainshadow will provide the music. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Info: 604-565- 0520.

Edmonds dinner and dance, presented by Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. Enjoy the musical stylings of G7 as you dine and dance the night away at Edmonds. Catered Chinese food is also provided and included in the registration fee. 5 to 8:30 p.m. $15.00 member, $18.75 non-member. Info: 604-525-1671. Bar code: 280526

Monday, September 24

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: 604-439-1456.

Thursday, September 27

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.

Friday, September 28

Burnaby Artists Guild painting event, Edmonds Community Centre, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Paint and brighten up the space for sick children. Members of the guild will be on hand to help and admire your efforts. First-time or experienced artists of all ages, children included, are welcome. Drop in and make your mark.

Rummage Sale, St. Theresa's Parish CWL at the Parish Hall on Fulwell Street at Canada Way, proceeds to local charities, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Info: Mary 604-526- 9269.

Saturday, September 29

Burnaby Cactus and Succulent Society plant sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Royal Square Mall at Eighth Avenue and McBride Boulevard in New Westminster. Info: Pat at 604-921-7042.

Rummage Sale, St. Theresa's Parish CWL at the Parish Hall on Fulwell Street at Canada Way, proceeds to local charities, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: Mary 604-526- 9269.

Thursday, October 4

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

Thursday, October 11

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

Thursday, October 18

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

Thursday, October 25

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