Looking for something to do these weekend?
Check out our top 5 picks:
1. DIVE INTO CHINESE CULTURE through food, games and children’s activities this Saturday and Sunday at the Tian Jin Temple (3426 Smith Ave.) The Tian Jin Festival welcomes Canadians of all backgrounds. The temple will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.
2. STOP AND SMELL THE FLOWERS at Burnaby Blooms this weekend. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Shadbolt Centre (6450 Deer Lake Ave.), this two-day event formerly known as the Rhododendron Festival will feature floral designs and eco-sculptures. Admission is free. For more information, visit burnaby.ca/blooms.
3. GLAM UP at the Spring Bling Sale. Head down to the Greentree Community Centre (4295 Garden Grove Dr.) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. You’ll find a large selection of used jewelry on sale at bargain prices. The sale will raise funds for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign, Stephen Lewis Foundation. Admission $1.
4. HIKE FOR YOUR LOCAL HOSPICE on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting at the South Burnaby Lawn Bowling Club in Central Park (4000 Kingsway). Raise funds for the hospice society while getting a good workout. To register, visit tinyurl.com/HospiceHike.
5. DONATE YOUR OLD BIKE to be refurbished and given to someone in need. The Bicycle Drive and Clinic is Saturday at Holy Cross School (1450 Delta Ave.) from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. While you’re there, get a free bike check-up. Info: tinyurl.com/bikedriveclinic or 778-836-7122.
Got an event for top 5? Email Kelvin, [email protected].
