Ride the rails at Confederation Park. The miniature train track is up and running for the season and is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends and statutory holidays until Oct. 15. The locomotives have steam, diesel and electric engines. Fares are $3.50 for a single ride or $30 for a 10-ride pass. Kids under three ride for free. For more info, visit burnabyrailway.org.
Dive into a world of chalk art on Sunday, June 11 at Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave. Watch local and international street painters create masterful chalk art as they transform the pavement into a colourful gallery – rain or shine. Free for all ages. It’s on from noon till 4 p.m., and it also includes two stages of live entertainment throughout the afternoon. See www.tinyurl.com/ChalkArt2017 for all the details.
Check out the Burnaby Potters' Guild's bi-annual show and sale on June 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s taking place at Capitol Hill Community Hall, 361 S. Howard Ave. Ten ceramic artists will have their work on display – from functional bowls to decorative vases. Admission and parking are free.
Drop in to the Pacific Assistance Dogs Society’s (PADS) open house on June 10. The event, on from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., gives attendees an overview of what it takes to be a puppy raiser. Staff, volunteers and instructors will be on site. The day also includes puppy demonstrations. PADS is at 9048 Stormont Ave. Visitors are asked to note that no personal pets are allowed on site.
Head to Steve Nash Fitness World on Saturday, June 10 for a Zumbathon fundraiser benefiting the Make A Wish Foundation. The Zumba class is on from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with three instructors from across Canada. There will be raffle tickets for sale and door prizes. Reserve pre-sale tickets now for $10 by email transfer to [email protected] or contact Claudia Yung at [email protected]. At-the-door tickets costs $15. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., so come early. The gym is at 5500 Kingsway.
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