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Some things are predictable for a reason. Back-to-school advertising in July. Rush hour traffic. And strawberries in June. That’s why this column is all about strawberries — B.C. strawberries.

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.

I’ll stick my neck out and say that a good percentage of all the hanging baskets that look good when first put up will be somewhat less than gorgeous by early summer.

Festival Coquitlam hosted the annual Grande Parade down Pinetree Way on Sunday.

The cold and rainy conditions in recent months haven’t been ideal for outdoor activities.

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.

With Father’s Day coming up on June 18, let’s reflect on the relationship we have with our men through books about the beautiful and, at times, complicated connections between fathers and their children.

Spring has sprung at Coquitlam Farmers Market.

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.

With all the rain-filled days we’ve experienced lately, I thought it would be a great idea to let you know about awesome children’s books that are bound to provide a good laugh, chuckle or, at the very least, a snort.