If more reading is on your resolutions list for 2015, consider the Burnaby Public Library's upcoming e-book workshop on Jan. 20.
The McGill library branch is hosting an information session on electronic books, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The talk is perfect for anyone who received an e-reader for Christmas. Participants will learn how to use smartphones, tablets and e-readers to download free e-books, audio books and apps through the library. Admission is free, but pre-register by calling 604 299-8955 to save a spot, as this session tends to be popular. The McGill branch is at 4595 Albert St.
Lost pinky ring
Burnaby resident Gerard Walton is pleading with the public to help him find a missing ring that's causing enormous heartache.
In November, he lost a men's gold pinky ring with a circular cluster of diamonds in the Lougheed mall Walmart or in a Bonny's taxicab.
"This ring has great sentimental value as it was my wedding ring given to me by my partner, who is now deceased after an accident," he wrote in an email to the NOW. If anyone has found the ring, contact Walton at 604-444-3661.
Climate change
Concerned about climate change? Andrew Weaver, the Green MLA for Oak Bay-Gordon Head, is scheduled to speak on the subject at SFU's Burnaby campus on Jan. 14. Weaver, who has decades of experience as a climate scientist, plans to speak on politics and climate change. Weaver's talk is at 3:30 p.m. in the IRMACS theatre.
Cash for cancer
A group of SFU students has been keeping busy raising money for cancer research. About a year ago, students in the project management class in SFU's Beedie School of Business created 25 to Life to raise money for cancer research. The group raised more than $28,000 by hosting a series of events around the Lower Mainland, including a barbecue in Burnaby. All of the money goes to the Canadian Cancer Society.
