In the Community

You can kick off 2012 with a chat - a thoughtful chat - at Dialogue and Discourse Jan. 3, 9:45 a.m. at Coquitlam's Dogwood Pavilion.

Has science disenchanted our world? That's the question to be addressed at the first SFU Philosophers' Cafe of the new year, being held at 7 p.m. Jan. 16 at the Gathering Place in Port Coquitlam's Leigh Square. Admission is free.

When Sarah St. John graduates from SFU this spring, like many new university grads, she will pack a bag and head to Europe. Unlike almost all of those grads, however, St. John's trip will be as much about changing the world as seeing it.

Tri-City residents have one more chance to do two good deeds at once with the final Bleed and Feed blood donor clinic of the year.

SATURDAY, DEC. 24 BE ARTY Looking for a little artistic inspiration? Check out the Leigh Square Community Arts Village's ongoing exhibit, the Alcuin Society Awards for Excellence for Book Design in Canada.

A variety of issues face those who care for seniors - from dementia and medical concerns to legal problems. That's why Community Volunteer Services for Seniors (CVSS) is hosting a Caregivers Connections information session in the new year.

For many families, a Christmas turkey is a holiday staple, with recipes and techniques handed down through the generations.

A 23-year-old Port Coquitlam resident will appear on the small screen next month when she tries to win the heart of Ben Flajnik on The Bachelor. "Amber B.

A pair of Tri-City guys is wishing you an ugly little Christmas. Chris Boyd and Jordan Birch are behind the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party , an annual event celebrating its 10th anniversary Dec. 23 at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver.

It's the last weekend before Christmas and since you've finished all your shopping (wink, wink), kick back and enjoy these family-themed events. FRIDAY, DEC.