Living

If Monty Python and the Holy Grail has shown us anything, it’s that women in ponds distributing swords is no basis for government — and that fantasy can be delightfully funny.

At this time of year, I get excited about corn on the cob — I can eat a dozen in one sitting.

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.

Summer is here in a big way and with the toasty days and warm nights, I’m reminded of the hot and humid weather of my trip to Vietnam and Cambodia a few years ago.

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.

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.

Rob Butler, Middle East conservationists, Purnima Barman and Jennifer Ackerman among special guest speakers

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.

The Me Too movement, various recent news stories and the current political climate have re-emphasized the importance of women telling their own stories in their own words.

Let’s talk about what to do with all those beautiful tomatoes: Fresh salsa, sauce, gazpacho, bruschetta, salad… the list is endless, writes Karen Curtis.