TUESDAY, JULY 10
Preventing elder abuse and neglect, free workshop, 2: 30 to 4 p.m. Burnaby Multicultural Society, 6255 Nelson Ave. After an explanation of the many forms that abuse and neglect of seniors can take, participants learn how to identify suspicious signs and symptoms. Info: Carol Ha at 604-431-4131 ext.27, [email protected].
SATURDAY, JULY 14
Outdoor Flea Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Willingdon Community Centre, 1491 Carleton Ave. Info: 604-297-4526. Come and shop for bargains.
SATURDAY, JULY 21
Burnaby Equestrian Centre, open house, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 9080 Avalon Ave. (at the east side of Burnaby Lake). Pony rides, barn tours, free manure for your garden, information about the public lesson program and the facility. Hosted by volunteers from the Burnaby Horsemen's Association, with support from the City of Burnaby. Bring some change for concession snacks and well-heeled boots for pony rides. Admission free, no registration required, everyone welcome. Info: www.burnaby horsemensassociation.com or email burnabyhorsemens [email protected].
THURSDAY, AUGUST 16
Willingdon Community Fair, 5: 30 to 8 p.m., Willingdon Community Centre, 1491 Carleton Ave., Info: 604-297-4526. Carnival games, barbecue, displays, entertainment, raffles and more. Fun for the whole family.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
Class of 1972 Burnaby North Secondary School 40 year Reunion, Executive Plaza Hotel, 405 North Road, Coquitlam. B.C. For more information please see www. classreport.org/can/bc/burna by/bns/1972.
ONGOING
Dine, dance and lessons, swing/Latin/ballroom, every Wednesday night, Legion ballroom, second floor, 4356 East Hastings. Buffet: 6: 30 to 8 p.m., beginner lesson at 7 p.m., intermediate at 7: 30 p.m., dance starts at 8 p.m. $15 for lessons; dance only, $5. Contact Byron Starr: 604-726-0153, email [email protected]. No partner needed. Info: www. StarrPortbleDanceFloors.ca.
Drop-in English conversation class, run by Burnaby Multicultural Society. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon and Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2: 15 to 4: 15 p.m. Anyone welcome for socializing while practicing English. Class accommodates all levels. Sessions at the Burnaby Multicultural Society, 6255 Nelson Ave. Info: 604-431-4131, ext. 27 or 29.
Evening seniors dance, Monday evenings at Confederation Seniors Centre (excluding holidays), 7: 30 to 10: 30 p.m. Band: G7 Johnny Hsu, $5 for members, $6 guests. Includes refreshments in the break.
Spoken Word Toastmasters Club, meets on Thursdays 7 to 8: 45 p.m. at the Tommy Douglas Library and at the Royal Oak Community Church on alternating weeks. Info: Sue at 604-298-6693.
Edmonds senior golf club, for players of all levels, with games at either Central Park or Kensington Park pitch and putt. Call Reg at 604-515-7511 or Pat at 604-433-2072 for more info.
Burnaby Blabbers Toastmaster club, every second Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m., 215 - 4299 Canada Way, free for guests. Info: [email protected].
Lochdale Hall, located on Sperling Avenue at Hastings Street, in Burnaby has midweek day and evening times available for rent to lowimpact renters. A beautiful heritage hall at reasonable rates. Call Bill, 604-298-8182.
Bingo for seniors, Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway, every Saturday, 12: 30 p.m. Come early to buy cards. Info: Tom, 6044302763.
Wii club for seniors, Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway. Call Luke, 604-297-4403, if you are interested in joining.
Social dancing for seniors, Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway. Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays. For more info, call 604-525-1671.
Snooker for seniors, at Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway. Burnaby Seniors' membership required. Info: Tom, 6044302763.
Vancouver Rape Relief, needs male volunteers for group that raises money for the crisis centre and transition house. Contact Louisa Russell at info@rapereliefshelter. bc.ca.
Hominum, an informal discussion and support group for gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Meetings every Monday around the Lower Mainland, including Burnaby. For more info and meeting location, call Don, 604-329-9760 or Bernie, 604688-8639.
Edmonds' computer club, classes run Wednesdays from 9 to 11: 30 a.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. Info: 604-297-4400.
Whist, come and try out this classic trick taking card game, Wednesdays from 9 to 11: 30 a.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. Info: 604-297-4400.
Social dance, practise your dancing skills at weekly dances at Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway, $1 for members and $2 for others, Fridays from 1 to 3: 30 p.m. and Saturdays from 2 to 4 p.m. and Mondays from 12: 30 to 2: 30 p.m. Info: 604-297-4400.
Burnaby Historical Society, meets the second Wednesday of every month at 7: 30 p.m. at the carousel building, Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Ave. Guest speakers each month and visitors are welcome. Info: 604-297-4565.
Burnaby International Folk Dancers, meets every Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells Ave. Learn folk dances from around the world in a friendly club environment. New dances taught every night; all levels welcome, no partner needed. Info: 604-436-9475
Line dancing, beginners welcome. Mondays, at Deer Lake United Church, 5135 Sperling Ave. Info: Georgie, 6045225647.
Are you crafty?, the auxiliary to the Burnaby Hospital wants knitted or crocheted items for babies or small children to sell in the gift shop. Contact the Burnaby Hospital volunteer resources at 604-412-6130.
Burnaby Scottish Country Dance Club 2011/12 classes, Monday nights from 7: 30 to 10 p.m. at the Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway. New members welcome, no experience or partner required. Drop in or call Susan at 451-1161 or Rosemary at 604-298-6552 for info.
All needlers who like knitting, crocheting, sewing or other craft activities are invited to a fun, social group, Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55 plus, 7282 Kingsway. Donations gratefully accepted, proceeds from sale of items handcrafted by group benefit Edmonds Seniors Society.
Burnaby South Stroke Recovery Branch, meets second and fourth Friday of each month, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55 plus, 7282 Kingsway. Offers speech therapy, exercise session, caregiver support and various social activities for stroke survivors. Info: 604-297-4400.
Bingo every Saturday, Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway. Buy paper cards from 11 a.m. to 12: 15 p.m.; games start at 12: 30 p.m. Dabbers and paper used. Info: Tom at 6044302763.
Bombay Rummy, play this game on Tuesdays from 12 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9: 30 a.m. to 3: 15 p.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. Info 604-297-4400.
Weight room orientation, overview of equipment and setup of a personalized program at Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, $4.05 for members and $5.40 for adults for one 60-minute session. Call 604-297-4400 for an appointment.
Old Age Pensioners Organization, Branch 12, meets first Monday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m., Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway. Enjoy a social afternoon and learn what's happening to social security programs. Info: 604-297-4400.
Learn to Dance for Fun, at the Royal Oak Community Hall, 7175 Royal Oak Ave., every Wednesday night. Lessons are 7 p.m. for beginners, 8 p.m. for intermediate and advanced. Dancing between 9 and 10: 30 p.m. $12 for two lessons and dance, $3 for dance only. No partner needed. Info: www.dancefor fun.ca.
Parent Support Service of B.C., self-help support circle in South Burnaby. Meetings held on alternate Tuesday evenings. Free and confidential. For more info, call 604669-1616.
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