The Rotary Club of Metrotown Burnaby Tis looking for some fresh blood to add to its membership. The group helps local causes and organizes campaigns, like the annual Coats for Kids drive. The local club is part of a worldwide philanthropic network, with more than 1.3 million members.
The Burnaby Rotarians will hold a membership drive lunch on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at noon at the Holiday Inn Express Burnaby Metrotown, at 4405 Central Blvd. At the event, they also plan to present an award to Elliott Grieve, retired associate superintendent with the Burnaby school district. RSVP by calling Antonia Beck at 604-613-4045 or email [email protected].
PULLING WEEDS
The Lower Mainland Green Team had a fantastic turnout for the Oct. 15 meet-up in Burnaby's Central Park - 50 volunteers showed up to pull out invasive species that choke native plants. That's the largest turnout yet, according to club founder Lyda Salatian.
Volunteers gathered to remove holly, ivy and scotch broom, and the city provided equipment and gloves.
Other Green Team activities include restoring shoreline habitat, maintaining trails or cleaning parks and beaches.
To see photos from the event, or to join the Meetup group, go to www.meetup.com/TheLowerMainlandGreenTeam.
HELP FOR HELPERS
Caring for an elderly loved one or family member can be complicated, draining and stressful - that's why the Burnaby Family Caregivers Project is hosting a free speakers series to help those who help others.
The first talk is this Saturday, Oct. 22, from 2: 30 to 4: 15 p.m. The subject is how seniors can tap into home equity to cover the costs of aging at home, instead of in a care facility. On Sunday, from 1: 45 to 3: 45 p.m., Burnaby lawyer Stephen Miller will talk about legal issues (representation agreements and powers of attorney) for family caregivers and seniors. Both sessions are at the Tommy Douglas library branch (7311 Kingsway). On the following Thursday, Oct. 27, Dorothy Leclair of the Alzheimer Society of B.C. will speak on caring for someone with dementia. That talk takes place at the Cameron library branch, from 1: 30 to 3 p.m. To register, call 604-241-0485.
There are more events until late November. Visit www.bsoss.org for a full listings.
UNAZUNGUMZA KISWAHILI?
Climate Corps for Africa is holding basic Swahili lessons for people who want to travel to east and central Africa. Lessons start Oct. 28 and will be held at the South Burnaby Neighbourhood House. Sign up by calling 6047547512.
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