- Interested in photography? The Burnaby Photographic Society is hosting its 20th annual evening of slide shows on Saturday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. in the Shadbolt Centre’s James Cowan Theatre. The collection features photos from local photographers shooting exotic places, different cultures, wildlife and more. Tickets are $18, available by emailing [email protected] or phoning 604-351-9499. Info: www.burnabyphotographicsociety.com.
- Looking for something fun to do with the whole family? Head to the Shadbolt Centre this Saturday, Feb. 6 for Art on the Spot, where people can have their family portrait taken in the style of the late, great American photographer Irving Penn. The event is on from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 6450 Deer Lake Ave., and it’s free. Staff will take the photos with your phone, and there will be props and dress-up items on hand. Info: 604-291-6864.
- Don’t miss Inside/Out, an autobiographical one-man performance from Patrick Keating, featuring tales of clowns, a flight and a prison yard. The show focuses on Keating’s relationship with drugs, crime and the justice system. Inside/Out is at the Shadbolt on Saturday, Feb. 6 from 8 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $35. Info/tickets: 604-205-3000.
- Saturday is supposed to be sunny, so don’t spend all your time indoors. While you’re at the Shadbolt, take a walk around Deer Lake. The forest is starting to show signs of spring, and there are all kinds of interesting water fowl nearby.
- Metro Vancouver is hosting a special nature program at Burnaby Lake on Monday, Feb. 8. The event has a Family Day focus and runs from noon to 3 p.m. There will be arts and crafts for the little ones, and any kids aged three or older are welcome. To join in, meet at the Burnaby Lake Nature House, 4519 Piper Ave. Info: go to www.metrovancouver.org/events/check-it-out and click on the spring 2016 program guide.
Looking for more Family Day suggestions? Check out our full list by Julie MacLellan.
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