In the Community

Looking for a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon with the kids? The Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre is inviting local families in to get a hands-on taste of Japanese culture.

BROKE, Ruth Walmsley and NOW reporter all win Kinder Morgan related awards

Two Burnaby residents are calling on their neighbours to help victims of a 7.8 magnitude earthquake that hit Ecuador in April.

Saturday, May 14 Knit2gether, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tommy Douglas library, 7311 Kingsway. Come knit, crochet and stitch with friendly, helpful people. A limited supply of yarn and needles are available for beginners to try.

Don’t miss your chance to ride the walls of the Burnaby Velodrome for free this weekend. The velodrome’s annual open house is this Saturday and Sunday, and teams of 16 riders maximum can try the track at no cost.

New awareness campaign aims to keep pets safe this summer

Firefighters have been holding back the flames in Fort McMurray, but the blaze could last for months. With tens of thousands of people affected, Burnaby residents may be wondering how to help. Here are the best ways to stretch your donation dollars.

Literary types – and lovers of literature – are embraced at LitFest New West.

Looking for some fun in the sun with the family for the long weekend? Don’t forget to check out Victoria Day at Burnaby Village Museum.

Retired teacher captures rain to water neighbourhood trees