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MINTER: Winter is wonderful for fresh-cut flowers

I f you enjoy having fresh cut flowers in your home, especially during the holiday season, take a look at some of the many new, long-lasting varieties now available.

BOOKS PLUS: Travel the world and become an expert on cruising

TERRY FOX Crusing: Join local cruise expert Barbara Young as she takes a group of people on a journey through time from the beginnings of the cruise industry through its evolution from a necessary form of transportation to the modern day industry tha

GREEN SCENE: Limiting mercury exposure should be a goal for 2014

I thought it would be nice to start the new year with some good news on the environmental front.

BOOKS PLUS: Info on that new eBook, hot DVDs & fine foods

COQUITLAM eBooks for Newbies: Did Santa bring you an eReader or a tablet for Christmas? Learn how you can access eBooks for free through Coquitlam Public Library on Jan. 10, 2:30 to 4 p.m., in the City Centre branch's learning centre.

A GOOD READ: Cuddle up and enjoy a variety of family reads

T his winter, take some time to read aloud with your family. Get bundled up and enjoy books together with your youngsters.

YOUR HISTORY: Our Coquitlam stories, preserved for all time

O ver the last year, the Coquitlam Heritage Society has collected the stories of more than 40 long-term residents in a bid to preserve their knowledge about what life was like growing up, living and working in Coquitlam over the last nine decades.

A GOOD READ: Fabulous fiction for middle school-age readers

C anadian literature for children and teens has expanded in the last few years. You may be surprised to see what Canadian publishers have produced this year.

MINTER: Minimize winter damage to your garden

T hanks to La NiƱa, our winter so far has been milder and drier than usual. However, winter doesn't end until March 20, so there could still be a real possibility of challenging weather ahead.

GREEN SCENE: 25 years of change in Tri-Cities' wildlife

I was recently asked to prepare some comments on local wildlife for Port Moody's time capsule. This request provoked me into thinking about some of the unanticipated changes in wildlife I have observed over the past 25 years.

MINTER: Give a gift of gardening for Christmas

Y ou may have already discovered this reality: when it comes to gardening gifts, passionate gardeners are very particular, so here are some suggestions that you might find helpful. There are so many great gardening books available today.