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Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

Spring break is just around the corner even if spring is not. Get ready with some great read-aloud stories to share with your kids.

What is dynamic stretching? It's a type of stretching where you are moving your body actively and rhythmically through a range of motion.

Check out these listings from the Support Groups section of The Tri-City News' Community Calendar. Port Moody Alanon Family Group open meeting, Wednesdays, 8 p.m., St. Andrews Church, 2318 St. Johns St., Port Moody. Info: 604-461-6991.

Asparagus is one of our oldest perennial vegetables. The generic word is derived from the Greek 'asparagos' meaning 'to tear', which relates to the prickly nature of some stalks.

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

Moss moss and more moss! It is in lawns everywhere this year, spreading vigourously and choking out those poor lawn grasses. In spite of all the tons of lime and moss control applied, it seems to get worse.

Even though we had only about a week of real winter weather, I am ready for spring. And so, I notice, are the plants as I can see their green tips emerging from the ground through the decomposing leaves that have protected them from winter frosts.

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

This time of year can be one of the best times for stargazers to observe the night sky. The air has less moisture, making the skies seem clearer, and the nights are still long.