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BOOKS PLUS: Blogging, singing, mousing

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.

YOUR HISTORY:Pioneer family's tale of railroads, rivers, roots

P ort Coquitlam has had a strong sense of community throughout its history. And the strength of any community, similar to a mighty oak tree, is found in solid roots.

MINTER: Common sense and pruning

Y ou really don't have to be an expert to prune fruit trees. All it takes is a little common sense and a few helpful hints.

SIGN ME UP: Start the new year right with food guide

Almost everyone makes New Year's resolutions at some point in their lives. Many Canadians at the start of each year resolve to eat better and become more physically active.

SIGN ME UP: Ongoing activities in the Tri-Cities

Following are some ongoing activities in the Tri-Cities for which you might want to sign up: Saturday hikes leave from Rocky Point at 9:30 a.m. Info: [email protected].

A GOOD READ: Clean and green

C ombine a penchant for a clean home and an aversion to strong smells and what do you get? Me. I am that silly person who can't even enjoy her newly cleaned home.

SENIORS: Check out Tri-City seniors' groups

SENIORS GROUPS Dogwood Songsters meet every Monday, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Dogwood Pavilion; group also visits and entertains at seniors' facilities weekly. If you love to sing, you can join. Info: 778-285-4873 or 604-464-2252.

SIGN ME UP: Substance abuse topics covered in Share series

Share Family and Community Services' Alcohol and Drug Program invites you to attend any or all of its latest education series.

SIGN ME UP: Parents, check out these opportunities

Moms and dads, here are listings from the Parents, Kids section of The Tri-City News' Community Calendar: Family resource centre at Minnekhada middle school, PoCo, offers multi-sensory and math tutoring for students age 5 and older; mentoring program

SENIORS: Alzheimer Society campaign tackles stigma of dementia

If a close friend told you she has dementia, would you avoid her for fear of being embarrassed by what she might say or do? If you answered "yes," you're not alone.