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Looking back: 100 years at Glen elementary school in Coquitlam

On Friday, May 30, Glen elementary school in Coquitlam will celebrate its 100th birthday with a special event. In preparation, Luciano Stella's Grade 4 and 5 students have been studying how their school has changed over the years.

Sasamat opens camp for teacher walkout day in Coquitlam district

Sasamat Outdoor Centre is offering a day camp program for children aged six to 12 during the teachers' strike in School District 43 on Wednesday, May 28. However, space is limited. To register, go to www.sasamat.org .

'Mindful eating' class

Think before you eat. Jennifer Messina, a registered dietician and nutritionist, will host a seminar on "mindful eating" on Friday, May 30 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Dogwood Pavilion in Coquitlam.

THINGS TO DO: Spring shows, trivia night

Friday, May 23 GLOW FOR IT Support women and the Glow Girl flagship program at Glow: A Women's Evening of Change and Celebration from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Executive Plaza Hotel (405 North Rd., Coquitlam).

SPOTLIGHT: Smiles at a Coquitlam dentist office

HAPPY NEWS Five mothers were awarded this month with a "smile makeover" thanks to Coquitlam General & Sedation Dentistry .

THINGS TO DO: Lots to do for the May long weekend

Friday, May 16 BABY TIME Parents and caregivers of newborns and toddlers can drop in - for free - at Coquitlam's Place Maillardville (1200 Cartier Ave.

SPOTLIGHT: Crunch steps open, French contest

EN FRANCAIS Six Tri-City students walked away from a provincial French-speaking competition this month with top awards.

Temporary wheels for Coquitlam library book bus

A local car dealer is putting Coquitlam Public Library back on wheels.

Are you hot stuff?

The Mossom Creek Hatchery's Hot Trivia Night is for everyone. You do not need to be a genius or a naturalist to play. Bragging rights will go to the winning team but super door prizes are given throughout the night.

SPOTLIGHT: Envision help, Porter readers

FULL CUPBOARD Envision Financial, which has a branch in Coquitlam, is celebrating after its successful Full Cupboard campaign to help food banks around B.C.