In the Community

FOR THE KIDS A Coquitlam-based charity that held its spring sale of used sporting goods last weekend is hailing the fundraiser as a success.

With all the rain we've had this week we've got our fingers crossed for a bit of sun to enjoy a nature walk or a Riverview tree tour. And if it's more rain, well, there's the film festival, a magic show and plenty more to keep everyone busy.

The Teen Advisory Group, which helps plan and develop teen-oriented programs at the Terry Fox Library (2470 Mary Hill Road), is looking for members.

A collaboration between Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation and Crossroads Hospice Society is encouraging Tri-Cities residents to get out and "Bike and Hike for Your Community" this spring.

A Gleneagle secondary cooking apprentice is off to the provincials after whipping up a gold medal dish at a regional skills competition last week.

Nominations are sought for the annual Champions for Young Children award presented by the Tri-Cities Early Childhood Development Committee.

A Riverside secondary student has taken one of the top prizes in an ICBC road safety contest.

You don't need to be a Port Coquitlam resident to appreciate the museum the Port Coquitlam Heritage and Cultural Society opened March 7, the 100th anniversary of the city's incorporation.

Before you hit the hay on Saturday night, spring the clocks an hour ahead as Daylight Saving begins Sunday at midnight. This is also a good time to check your smoke detector to see if it's in working condition.

IN MEMORY A New Westminster Police officer who spent his final days at Port Moody's Crossroads Hospice was remembered by his former colleagues recently.