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BOOKS PLUS: Mother Goose, The Secret Daughter and six women

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.

SENIORS: Boomers and seniors are not a burden on society, says CARP's Bird

Critics have written lately about the burden baby boomers and seniors will become as they age. "Experts" have predicted drastic increases in medical costs as these boomers become old and infirm.

SENIORS: Save energy at Glen Pine seminar

Have you ever dreamed of incorporating sustainable features into your home? Coquitlam's Glen Pine Pavilion will host a seminar from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on April 24 on Living Off the Grid.

SENIORS: Have a Ball(fit) at Dogwood Pavilion

If you are in need of pre- or post-op conditioning for joint replacement, the city of Coquitlam is offering a program at Dogwood Pavilion .

SENIORS: Seniors' calendar for the Tri-Cities

Following are listings taken from the Seniors section of The Tri-City News' Community Calendar (print edition): Coquitlam Glen Pine and Dogwood seniors centres' slow-pitch ball clubs are looking for men age 55+ and women 50+.

A GOOD READ: Looking for work? Head to the library

L et's face it, looking for a job is a full-time job. Finding your first job or returning to the job market after many years are particular challenges.

BOOKS PLUS: Poetry, philosophy, wellness - and online mags

COQUITLAM Teen Poetry Slam: On Wednesday, April 10, CPL is hosting its annual Teen Poetry Slam for competitors in Grades 8 through 12.

MINTER: There's more to a nice lawn than keeping it clipped

A beautiful lawn can make all the difference to the appearance of your home and is a great enhancement to your landscaping. Keeping your lawn in prime condition, however, does take a little effort and a bit of experience.

GOLDS: Recipes for environmental protection

W ith a provincial election a month away and most of the polls suggesting we are facing a change of government in Victoria, there is a potential opportunity to put a fresh face on some provincial environmental policies.

A GOOD READ: Adventures on the high seas make for excellent summer reading

T he ocean has played a major role in the development of our local community and our province. These books will take you on a journey from the realm of fantasy and fiction to reality and from the Atlantic Ocean to the coast of British Columbia.