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Times travellers - May 2, 2013
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What's On
. "Heads Up: An Introduction to Brain Health" takes place from 6: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. Learn strategies and set goals for improving the health of your mind, body, and spirit. Anyone interested in brain health is welcome to attend. Pre-registration is required to Dorothy or Lori at 604-298-0780 or by email to dleclair@alzheimerbc.org or lkelly@ alzheimerbc.org.
More than 100 people brave cold for Sally Ann
People bundled up and hit the pavement Saturday night as part of the Coldest Night of the Year, a fundraising event for Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadow's homeless, hungry, and hurting.
Caring Place hunts for walkers
A walk through a cold night in Maple Ridge can give a small taste of what it's like to live on the streets - but it's also an opportunity to raise money for the Caring Place.
Army makes giving easier
When the bells are ringing, it is time to keep the pot boiling. The tried and true method of dropping cash into a kettle will still be available, but this year the Salvation Army has added two new ways to donate to its Christmas Kettle Campaign.
What's On
. Ridge Meadows Autism Information and Support group welcomes Perry Bateson of Yuen's Family Martial Arts to provide information on bully-proofing your special-needs child. The group meets from 6: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at Ridge Meadows Association for Community Living. Bateson will be at the meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. For more information or to RSVP: Tracy.Hewgill@rmacl.org or 604-467-8700 ext. 119.
Thinking about Christmas in July
With the air conditioning unit on the fritz in our office again, I can admit to you I wasn't thinking much about Christmas or anything wintery as I prepared Tuesday's paper for press.
Teams race to raise money
Something amazing is scheduled to take place in Maple Ridge, starting Saturday at noon.
New fundraising race spotlights Maple Ridge's amazing bounty
As a takeoff from the popular TV show called The Amazing Race, the Salvation Army's Caring Place is introducing The Amazing Adventure.
Sonia's Cradle program ensures baby care
AMaple Ridge woman was a saviour of sorts to many babies in town, and now a team of friends and supporters are honouring the late Sonia Nickle by continuing her efforts.
Kettle campaign surpasses target
Just a few days before Christmas, the local Salvation Army church received some great news.
