In the Community

What was PoCo like 100 years ago? What did people do for fun? Where did they go to school? What was Shaughnessy Street like? You can find out on Friday in a fun and interactive program at PoCo's Terry Fox Library.

If you're looking to get growing in a new community garden with some built-in security, an information night next week will give you an opportunity to find out how to get involved - from the ground up.

Spring is officially here (yes, it's true), so shake off the winter doldrums and get the family exploring, whether it's checking out local art and live entertainment offerings or stretching your legs like a Great Blue Heron at the Colony Farm nature

From the Harlem Shake to Gangnam Style, dance videos influence people across cultures, countries and generations. And a Port Moody mom thinks dance can be used to stop human trafficking.

Port Coquitlam residents can get first-hand advice about reducing waste by following and interacting with contestants in the city's Waste-Loss Challenge contest.

The Salute to Senior Service awards is accepting nominations for the Tri-City's most outstanding senior volunteers.

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.