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After turkey, the most popular dish served at Christmas dinner is ham. There are basically three styles of hams, although many are a combination of that trio.

This feature, written by librarians with Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam, is published each Thursday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries.

The I Wonder Bookstore by Shinsuke Yoshitake

Metro Vancouver’s Expo Line turned 34 this week

Last fall, I wrote a piece on invasive non-native plants (how to prevent their spread) but here’s an idea, just in time for Christmas, that both protects our native trees and shrubs while helping to deter the foreign invasion.

Time for the annual Coquitlam Farmers Market Christmas gift list: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam.

This feature, written by librarians with Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam, is published each Thursday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries.

Skylight by José Saramago

“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” is the name of a popular and traditional Christmas song. But for many people, Christmas is one of the most stressful times of the year. This is especially true when planning a gathering.

Cocktail inspired beers are so hot right now, and for good reason. The familiar flavours of an old fashioned or a whisky sour have remained relevant for more than 100 years because they work.