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Burnaby's Hindu temple is hosting its annual picnic this weekend, and people of all faiths are invited to celebrate and enjoy a free vegetarian lunch. The picnic is Sunday, July 31, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Scientists at Simon Fraser University are hosting a day of free activities for families this Sunday.

Here's a chance for all you starving artists to make a little money this summer. Lougheed and Brentwood town centres are looking for performers to play in the malls.

In my last column, I wrote of the expectations and core beliefs about relationships that we each bring to our relationships.

Local artist Susan McCallum created art for award-winning show

Burnaby may be a long way from the island nation of Fiji, but local residents can get a taste of the culture this weekend. The annual Fiji Festival is on Saturday, July 23, at Swangard Stadium, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

What started as a school assignment has turned into a sporting drive to help families in need. Five Simon Fraser University students in a project management class at came up with the idea to hold a sporting drive.

In recent weeks, I've written of the common communication problems encountered by couples. When conflicts arise, we can find fault in one another or believe something is wrong in the relationship itself.