Shutterbugs, this one is for you: Coquitlam Public Library is holding a free seminar tomorrow (Thursday) called Copyright for Photographers.
From 7 to 8:30 p.m., copyright lawyer Ann Carlsen will discuss the Canadian Copyright Act, how copyright affects creative work, protects photographers and publication of photographs of people.
The seminar will be held at the Poirier Branch, in the Nancy Bennett Room, and space is limited.
Phone 604-937-4155 to register; visit www.library.coquitlam.bc.ca for more information.
PLANT A SEED GALA
A local gala is being held to raise funds for community gardens at local schools.
The Footprints Conservation Society will be hosting its second annual Planting the Seed Gala on Sunday, Nov. 6 at the Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. Doors open at 3 p.m., reception is at 4 p.m. and dinner will be at 5:30 p.m.
Proceeds raised from the buffet dinner catered by Fred Soofi of Pasta Polo will go towards providing children with hands-on projects that promote active learning and a healthy lifestyle.
According to spokesperson Krystal Vrba, the goal this year is to build four gardens at middle or elementary schools next year, including three in the Tri-Cities.
Footprints Conservation Society is a registered charitable organization. For more information, visit www.footprintseducation.org.
