Until Dec. 12
Harmony Court Estate, retirement community is collecting on behalf of disadvantaged seniors in Burnaby. We are accepting non-perishable food items and warm outerwear. Specific gifts can also be fulfilled from the Christmas to Remember tree located in the lobby. For more information, call 604-527-3323 or visit http://living.agecare.ca/a-christmas-to-remember-burnaby.
Thursday, Dec. 8
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, therapeutic touch, etc. A presentation will be done at 10:10 a.m. on how to cope with emergencies. Info at 604-297-4901.
Harmony Court is having a Christmas craft and bake sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 7197 Canada Way. All proceeds go to seniors in need in the community.
Doctor Davidicus Wong will do a presentation on what you need to know about high blood pressure at the McGill library branch, 4595 Albert St. This free presentation is sponsored by the Burnaby Division of Family Practice and the Burnaby Public Library. Seating is limited. Please register by phone at 604-299-8955, in person or online at http://www.bpl.bc.ca/events/mcgill.
Saturday, Dec. 10
Gordon Presbyterian Church is hosting a Christmas concert, starting at 2 p.m. There will be Christmas music from four choirs, who will be signing old Christmas carols. Admission is by donation. The church is at 7457 Edmonds St.
Monday, Dec. 12
Bonsor Health Alert program, 9 to 10:45 a.m. on the second floor at Bonsor 55+, 6533 Nelson Ave. Drop-in blood pressure, weight and height checks, massage, therapeutic touch, etc. Foot care will be available by appointment. Info at 604-297-4956.
Thursday, Dec. 15
The Burnaby chapter of the Compassionate Friends is hosting a candlelight and music ceremony at the Pioneer Community Resource Centre, fifth floor, 4535 Kingsway. This is a monthly support group for bereaved parents who have experienced the death of a child. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring a photo of their child. Plan to attend? Let Grace know by calling 778-222-0446.
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, therapeutic touch, etc. Foot care will be available by appointment. Info at 604-297-4901.
Friday, Dec. 16
Tenth annual Dube’s Christmas lights display fundraiser, at the Dube’s residence, at 4990 Bellville Ave. All donations benefit Variety, the Children’s Charity. Stop by between 5 and 8:30 p.m.
