In the Community

Looking for something fun to do with the kids for the Family Day long weekend? We have a fabulous lineup of low-cost or free events that will keep little ones happy and entertained. 1 Check out Family Games Day, on Monday Feb.

I have some sad news to share. Two prominent Burnaby women passed away recently. Simma Holt, a former journalist and MP, died on Jan. 25. She was 92 and living at Burnaby's Seton Villa.

When the weather’s dry it’s useful to check over your garden and see if a few well-placed cuts will improve the look and health of your plants.

Bookworms of North Burnaby, there's a new place for you to gather. An opening celebration is being held on Sunday, Feb. 1 at 1:30 p.m. for the new Book Nook in Capitol Hill.

Historical society hosts talk with retired steelworker

1 Take in the new exhibit at the Burnaby Art gallery this weekend. Visualizing a Culture for Strangers is a collection of 19th century Chinese export paintings, a genre that was developed in China to cater to Western markets. The show opened on Jan.

Knit2gether spreading to new library branches

For 14 weeks, NOW health reporter Cornelia Naylor has been assigned to undertake a “Fortius challenge,” setting fitness and performance goals and experiencing first-hand the many ways Burnaby’s Fortius Sport & Health can help.

The Family Doctors of Burnaby have been presenting free public talks in our campaign to raise health literacy called the Empowered Patient.

Interested in learning more about the province’s new seniors advocate? Members of the public can do just that at an upcoming meeting in Burnaby.