SATURDAY
Everyone is invited to Steven Yue's Superstars Memorial Concert on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 7: 30 p.m. at the Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. For more information, visit www.gatewaytheatre.com or call 7789948811.
SUNDAY
Come out to Jenna & Noah's 8th Annual Lemonade for Life Stand in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure 2011 on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at SaveOn-Foods Ironwood, 11666 Steveston Hwy.
Free Healthy Lifestyle Workshop with Liz Langland, How to Start Your Own Run/ Motivational Group on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 11: 30 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m. at South Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams Rd.
Langland shares how her first running group ran their first 10K, built selfconfidence, lost weight and became fitter and healthier. For more information or to register, call 604-718-8060.
The Runner Girl Speaker Series begins on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 11: 30 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m. with the first talk titled Racquets and Runners ... Shoes and Clothing with Christine Blanchette at the South Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams Rd. All presentations are free and open to men, however, registration is recommended. (Quote #172302). For more information or to register, call 604-718-8060.
Spiritual Ingredients launches on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 10060 Fundy Dr. Alex Bois-Bonifacio launches her new company featuring cakes/cupcakes and frostings in such flavours as Pina Colada, Spicy Gur, S'mores, Margarita and Chocolate Kick, as well as lemon and vanilla - made of eco-friendly, local, organic and Fair Trade.
TUESDAY Classes at Richmond Reelers Scottish Country Dance Group will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at Minoru Cultural Centre Dance studio from 7-9 p.m. No experience necessary. For more information, call Joan at 604-274-7904 or Cathie at 604-277-3398.
The Pacific Woodworkers Guild members meet on the third Tuesday of each month (except July and August). New members and guests are always welcome! They meet at 11060 No. 2 Rd. Come watch the presentations, get involved in the discussions and enjoy the refreshments.
THURSDAY
Richmond Public Library, in partnership with the Richmond Employment Resource Centre and the Richmond Career Centre of Immigrant Services Society of B.C. will be hosting a Job Fair for job seekers and employers and those interested in career information, on Thursday, Sept. 15 from 1-5 p.m. at the Brighouse (Main) Branch Library, 7700 Minoru Gate. Admission is free. Drop in. The opening ceremony takes place at 1 p.m. The fair will feature employers from a wide range of sectors including food, retail, hospitality, health, technology and more. The fair will offer employment opportunities at different levels to meet the needs of all job seekers. For more information, call 604-231-6413.
The Steveston Folk Guild present Six at the Table, a trio which sings a collection of contemporary and traditional Celtic and Quebecois songs, on Thursday, Sept. 15 at 7: 30 p.m. at the Britannia Heritage Shipyard, 5180 Westwater Dr. Tickets are $8 at the door. For more information, visit www. stevestonfolk.net.
Richmond Public Library, in partnership with Simon Fraser University, is hosting a Philosopher's Café in Russian on Thursday, Sept. 15 from 7-9 p.m. in the performance hall at the Brighouse (Main) Branch of Richmond Public Library, 7700 Minoru Gate. The topic is Construction and transportation megaprojects that will shape Vancouver's future. Guest speaker is architect Alexander Elchinko. This is a free, drop-in program for Russian speaking adults. For information on other library events, visit www.yourlibrary.ca/whatson.cfm. Every Thursday night is Bingo at St. Paul Parish, 8251 St. Alban's Rd. Come and join an evening of fun and lots of exciting prizes, while supporting programs such as community outreach, youth program, hospital visitations and seniors outreach. Make it a date every Thursday. For more information, call 604-277-3213. Participants must be 19 years or older to play.
UPCOMING
The Richmond Gem & Mineral Club presents its 51st annual show: Jazzy Jaspers... and other rocky delights on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 17 and 18 at the Richmond Arts and Cultural Centre. There will be rough and polished rocks, fossils, gemstones, minerals, beads as well as handmade jewelry and supplies, as well as a large selection of books and members' displays. Watch live demonstrations! Fun for children with Spin & Win and Kids Corner. Open Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, email rgmc@ hotmail.ca.
