In the Community

Take the kids to Confederation Park (120 North Willingdon Ave.) and ride the miniature trains. Burnaby Central Railway’s train track has electric, diesel and steam engines to enjoy.

In recent columns, I’ve explained how neuroplasticity is the natural process by which your brain learns – mastering new concepts and establishing patterns of behaviour.

Great hikes and nature walks in Burnaby

A Burnaby Elks group recently donated $35,500 to 10 different non-profit groups. The Elks Lodge is a fraternal charitable organization with chapters across the country. It has operated in Burnaby for more than 50 years. South Burnaby Elks No.

The Burnaby Village Museum is made up of homes and buildings from the city’s past with staff looking like they stepped out of the 1920s, inviting people to explore Burnaby’s history.

Kate Bechmann produced a heck of a resumé when she went to sign up as a volunteer with the Wildlife Rescue Association last month.

Burnaby author Elizabeth Smayda had a successful book signing at Coles in Lougheed Town Centre on Canada Day. Smayda was there signing copies of The Spirit of Canada , the latest edition in the Chicken Soup for the Soul series.

Head to the Edmonds City Fair and Classic Show on Sunday, July 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

To some, the Burnaby Art Gallery is a mystery. Perched near Deer Lake and surrounded by lush gardens, the heritage home known as Ceperley House – originally Fairacres – has always been the subject of much interest.

With summer officially here, we’ve rounded up the Top 5 festivals in Burnaby to check out. Make sure to mark a few (or all) on your calendar because there’s something for everyone. So without further ado: 1).