In the Community

Trombone player Doug Sparkes thought his career with the VSO was over when he suffered a stroke in the summer of 2011 that left him initially paralyzed on his right side.

Now is a good time to consider exploring the arts and Place des Arts in Coquitlam is a good place to start. Registration is now underway for the Place des Arts 2014/15 September to June classes in music, dance and theatre arts.

Some animals never know kindness.

Make new friends, read interesting books and practice English in a fun environment by joining the adult learner book club at the Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam. This program is ideal for adults upgrading their reading skills or learning English.

The city of Coquitlam is planning day camps to keep kids busy in September should the on-going labour dispute continue into the beginning of the school year.

A Port Moody senior is taking a walk to raise money for kids in the burn unit at BC Children's Hospital. But it's not just any walk. Louis Charland will leave on Sept.

The Port Coquitlam Legion Branch #133 is opening its doors to families now that its liquor licence allows for minors.

My friend from Singapore is planning his first visit to western Canada. Problem is, like most journalists, he's cash-strapped. No worries, I tell him, my backyard is a paradise and there's plenty to do for free in the Tri-Cities.

As September draws near squeeze every last bite out of summer with this line-up of weekend fun (and even a bit of fitness).

CHEER FOR LIZ Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore and Coun. Michael Wright helped to launch the new digs for G Force Gym on Sunday.