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Chickadee-dee-dee: Catch the birds of spring on this Burnaby walk

Chickadee-dee-dee: Catch the birds of spring on this Burnaby walk

The morning sound of birdsong is a sure sign that spring has, indeed, arrived. Burnaby bird-lovers are invited to join in a bird watching walk at Central Park on Friday, April 12.
New app connects immigrants and refugees with services

New app connects immigrants and refugees with services

Arrival Advisor created by Vancouver non-profit
Burnaby Neighbourhood House open mic nights mark one year of building community

Burnaby Neighbourhood House open mic nights mark one year of building community

A year ago, local musician Robert Stewart partnered with Burnaby Neighbourhood House to start up a monthly open mic night series at the organization’s community hall.
Eric Akis: Thai-style chicken soup with rice and ginger packs a punch

Eric Akis: Thai-style chicken soup with rice and ginger packs a punch

If you have a cold or think you’re getting one, or you just want something soothing that will lift your spirits and fill you up, make chicken soup. I’m not talking about chicken noodle soup.
Coldest Night of the Year raises $62K for Burnaby programs

Coldest Night of the Year raises $62K for Burnaby programs

The night was actually cold, especially for Burnaby. But it didn’t matter because the party and the spirit kept people warm. On Feb.
Hear women's stories at this intercultural event in Burnaby

Hear women's stories at this intercultural event in Burnaby

Everyday life stories through a multicultural lens. That’s how the Culture Chats B.C. Association is billing a community event on Saturday, March 9, featuring readings from its new Intercultural Women’s Writing Program.
Superheroes to take over Hats Off Day this year

Superheroes to take over Hats Off Day this year

Don’t be surprised if you run into Batman and Superman on Hastings Street in June. The Heights Merchants Association have announced this year’s Hats Off Day theme and it’s all about those caring, kind and downright awesome people we call superheroes.
Boost your child's brain power for free with this Burnaby program

Boost your child's brain power for free with this Burnaby program

If someone told you about a way to improve your child’s math and English skills, develop their logical reasoning and critical thinking, work on their social skills and learn good sportsmanship – for free – would you think there was a catch? There’s n
PechaKucha Night brings powerful life stories back to Burnaby

PechaKucha Night brings powerful life stories back to Burnaby

Don’t miss out on the third edition of PechaKucha Burnaby. The speaker series is returning to Shadbolt Centre for the Arts by popular demand, for its third instalment. It’s on Wednesday, Feb. 20, and the event is set to run from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Nikkei Centre invites you to come hang out on Saturday

Nikkei Centre invites you to come hang out on Saturday

The cultural centre is presenting a Japanese Culture Corner for Family Day weekend, with Japanese-inspired toys, games and crafts for all ages