Tuesday, June 21
Christmas without credit, 7 to 8:30 p.m. It’s never too early to plan for holiday travel, celebrations and gift giving. Join the library and the Credit Counselling Society to learn a six-month plan to avoid the dreaded January debt hangover. Tommy Douglas branch, 7311 Kingsway. Info: 604-522-3971 or bpl.bc.ca/events.
Community dinner for Burnaby’s first National Aboriginal Day, 5:15 to 7:30 p.m., Edmonds Community School, located at 7651 28th Ave. Free, family-friendly event. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Wednesday, June 22
Job search tour, 2 to 3 p.m., Bob Prittie Metrotown branch, Burnaby Public Library, 6100 Willingdon Ave. Are you looking for work or wanting a career change? Come to the library for a free one-hour tour of the career and job-search materials. Learn about the hidden job market, how to research companies and explore careers. Check out resources on resumes, job interviews, cover letter and networking. Tours are drop-in with no advance registration required.
Thursday, June 23
CAVE Youth Employment Program information sessions, 1 to 2 p.m. or 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch, Burnaby Public Library, 6100 Willingdon Ave. Are you between the ages of 15 and 29? Douglas College is looking for young people to take part in this 16-week comprehensive skills and training program. Register for this free session at 604-436-5400 bpl.bc.ca/events.
Edmonds Health Watch program, 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. on the second floor at Edmonds Community Centre, 7433 Edmonds St. Drop-in blood pressure, weight and height checks, massage, fitness fun, therapeutic touch, etc. A presentation will be done at 10 a.m. on: Practical tips to communicate well with a hearing challenged person. Info: 604-297-4901.
Friday, June 24
Bike Fair, 6 to 9 p.m., Stoney Creek Community School, 2740 Beaverbrook Cres. Includes obstacle course, challenge your friend race, decorate your bike, minor repair station and more. Donate a bike/tricycle, helmet or bike parts and the Burnaby Lougheed Lion’s Club will make a donation to children in need. To donate, call 604-540-4424.
Saturday, June 25
Annual Strawberry Tea, 2 p.m., All Saints Anglican Church, 7405 Royal Oak Ave., just three blocks south of Royal Oak SkyTrain station. Tickets, $7, available at the door. Info:
604-433-0815, [email protected].
Monday, June 27
Employment Law, free presentation, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Trevor Thomas, a Vancouver lawyer, will speak about employment contracts, human rights, dismissal/severance and employee vs. independent contractor. Registration is required. Bob Prittie Metrotown branch, 6100 Willingdon Ave.
Info: 604-436-5400, or www.bpl.bc.ca /events. Register online or by phone.
I Belong peer support group for LGBTQ immigrants and refugees, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Takes place in a transit-friendly area near Royal Oak (location provided upon registration). Meet new people, make friends and participate in fun activities in a safe, culturally-sensitive space. I Belong is a free program that values diversity and self-determination. All activities are free and language support is available upon request. Register at 604-254-9626.
Tuesday, June 28
Living on a retirement income, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tommy Douglas branch, 7311 Kingsway. If you’re planning to retire or are retired and wonder how you can live on limited means, join us for hints including how to reduce expenses without using your credit cards. Info at 604-522-3971. Register in person, by phone or online at www.bpl.bc.ca.
Catching Fire - Sizzling Summer Reads for Teens and Adults, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at McGill library branch, 4595 Albert St. Come hear about great teen books that adults will also enjoy, as well as adult books with teen-appeal, in this special edition of librarian's choice. McGill branch's librarians Rachel (teen services) and Lise (adult services) team up to present their Top 20 choices. Registration: 604-299-8955.
Ongoing
Golf volunteers needed. Special Olympics Burnaby local is looking for two golfers to help coach athletes for upcoming competitions. Golf takes place at Riverway Golf Course on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Call Barb at 778-397-1671.
Junior Lawn Bowling Program at South Burnaby Lawn Bowling Club, 4000 Kingsway Ave.
June 26 to 30 lessons and coaching; June 28 to 30 Registration of Junior bowlers. Info: 604-438-0915.
Vacation bible school “Kids of the Kingdom”, a free children’s program for kids aged four up to Grade 5. Shine Like a Star – A Cosmic Adventure, July 11 to 15, 9 to 11:30 a.m., New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, 8255 13th Ave., Burnaby. Registration is now open at www.nwcrc.c/vbs.
Send events to [email protected] three weeks in advance.
