In the Community

High school graduation is often fraught with anxiety - and concerns are not always about marks. Dozens of Tri-City high school students approaching this important milestone are wondering how they can afford to get gussied up for their big day.

Calling all foodies: You can cast your vote for your favourite dessert or tapas at Share 's annual gala Imagine! set for March 3 in the Red Robinson Show Theatre in Coquitlam's Boulevard Casino .

The following events are happening at local libraries.

Outfitting a kid with hockey equipment can be a pricey undertaking but luckily for local hockey parents help is on the way. KidSport Tri-Cities will be hosting its annual spring used equipment sale on Feb.

Do your children want to take a lead role in Port Coquitlam's 89th annual May Day celebrations? The City of Port Coquitlam is accepting applications for the traditional May Day Royal Party until Feb. 10.

Port Coquitlam wine tasters will get a chance to mingle with their neighbours and fellow community members at a fundraising event for the PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society this month.

Port Metro Vancouver , extending from Point Roberts to the Fraser Valley, is a neighbour to 16 municipalities in the Lower Mainland.

Glen Pine Pavilion is now open for programs and activities on Thursday evenings. Adults - not just the 50 plus pavilion members - are welcome to participate in all that is being offered.

SHOPPERS DOES IT Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation's Feroza Gova recently admitted $9,476 from the owners and managers of eight Shoppers Drug Mart locations in Coquitlam, Port Moody and New Westminster that supported the advancement of women's card

Looks like a pretty grim weekend ahead, weather-wise. Luckily there are plenty of ways to stay entertained, with live music, theatre and improv to keep everyone warm, dry and, best of all, laughing. TODAY: Friday, Jan.