The Burnaby Neighbourhood House is hosting a community dinner on Friday, March 11, where attendees have a taste of Filipino culture. The dinner is at the Stoney Creek Community School, 2740 Beaverbrook Cres., and it runs from 6 to 8 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. There will be Filipino food, music and children’s activities. There are options for vegetarians.
Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children, and kids under the age of three get in for free. Tickets are on sale at the neighbourhood house at 4463 Hastings St. Info: 604-294-5444.
New fiction recommendations
Have you exhausted your list of favourite authors? The librarians at the Bob Prittie Metrotown library branch are hosting an evening of book recommendations, on Tuesday, March 1, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Five librarians with varied tastes will present five of their favourite picks from new titles at the library. The books will mostly be general fiction for adults. (No mysteries or romance, for example.) Admission and refreshments are free, but you must register in advance by calling 604-436-5410. The library branch is at 6100 Willingdon Ave.
Stress relief
Speaking of libraries, the McGill branch is hosting a free session on meditation for stress management on Thursday, March 3, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register online at www.bpl.bc.ca or call 604-299-8955.
Hero nominees sought
Do you know someone who deserves some recognition for helping others? The City of Burnaby is looking for nominations for the annual local hero awards. People who have contributed to their communities in some way, especially for two causes for five years or more, are eligible for the award. Examples of activities include volunteering for a local non-profit, coaching a sports team or helping local immigrants adjust to life in Canada. The city usually recognizes the finalists in a special ceremony. The deadline for nominations is Sunday, April 24. To download a nomination form, go to tinyurl.com/BurnabyHero. Info: 604-294-7290.
