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In partnership with Grandmothers to Grandmothers (G2G), join Ruth James, author of Paseka and co-founder of the African Children's Book Box Society, as she discuses her African experiences and how they influence her writing.

Please note that while Ms. James is a children's author, this discussion will be more adult-oriented in nature.

Are you interested in activism, and what to learn more about your rights when you attend protests? Have questions about your rights when interacting with the police? This workshop includes information on your rights in police interactions and provides tips on exercising those rights in a safe and legal way. You will learn what to do when police stop you and ask questions on the streets, your rights when police search you, your car, or your home, and your rights when police want to detain or arrest you in various contexts.

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87480999144?pwd=cFVQY1ZVYllKMGJLUERhN2JnQTVkdz09

Learn your rights as a tenant renting in BC with the Tenant Resource and Advisory Centre. TRAC is a non-profit organization that provides free legal education, representation, and advocacy on residential tenancy matters. A leader in tenants’ rights since 1984, TRAC’s mandate is to enhance legal protections for all tenants living in British Columbia.

TRAC (Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre) will speak about the rights and obligations tenants have under the Law.

Topics include:

 How to protect yourself

 Your Rights and Responsibilities

 Security Deposits

 Illegal Entry

 Repairs & Evictions, etc.

Can't be there in person? Attend via Zoom!

Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89669505925?pwd=VzhKZ0xjM3A2SzFwOWsyRG1SQWpqUT09

Meeting ID: 896 6950 5925
Passcode: 224461

Bring a friend and we'll provide the snacks for this spring series of multicultural films and animation shorts.

Saturday, June 3
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Film: Standing on the Line
Breaking the code of silence that prevails on the field, on the ice and in the locker room, Standing on the Line takes a fresh and often moving look at some of our gay and lesbian athletes. They’ve set out to overcome prejudice in the hopes of changing things for the athletes of tomorrow.

Bring a friend and we'll provide the snacks for this spring series of multicultural films and animation shorts.

Saturday, May 6
Nechako Branch, in the Hart
Film details:
A Sea Turtle Story: This animated short chronicles the beauty and danger of life as a sea turtle.
Lay Down Your Heart: An intimate look into the mind of Niall McNeil, an artist and performer with Down Syndrome.

Saturday, June 3
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown
Film Details TBA

Join instructor Tom Hynd as he leads us through a Tai Chi form originally developed as a restorative practice for people suffering from arthritis. Anyone is welcome to join us for an hour of easy-to-follow gentle movement that can be done seated or standing.

Bob Harkins Branch: Sept 15,29, Oct 27 (no Tai Chi at BHBR Oct 13 due to the Fall Booksale)
Nechako Branch: September 22, October 6

Join instructor Tom Hynd as he leads us through a Tai Chi form originally developed as a restorative practice for people suffering from arthritis. Anyone is welcome to join us for an hour of easy-to-follow gentle movement that can be done seated or standing.

Bob Harkins Branch: Sept 15,29, Oct 27 (no Tai Chi at BHBR Oct 13 due to the Fall Booksale)
Nechako Branch: September 22, October 6

In partnership with REAPS, a series of programs designed to teach new ways you can lower your material waste and save money!

May4: Garden Planning Phase 2: Planning & Building Garden Structures
Join us to expand on garden planning phase 1 to talk about garden structures. We will overview the layout and placement of your garden, planting in the sun or shade, building garden beds, cold frames, greenhouses and more. We will also highlight what building materials are good and what are best to avoid.

June 1: Water saving tips for the garden+
Join us for our overview on best practices for conserving water in the garden that also will benefit your garden soil and plants! We will cover topics on water saving adapters and facets,rain barrels, irrigation methods, and when, how much and how often to water what plants.

Are you looking for resources to help you support someone struggling with addiction? Smart Recovery Family and Friends provides concerned significant others the tools they need to effectively support their loved one, without supporting the addictive behavior. These tools also help Family & Friends better cope with their loved one’s situation and regain their peace of mind. In partnership with Foundry Prince George and Family SMART.

Please note that space is limited and will be based on first come, first serve.

Find more information at: https://www.smartrecovery.org/family/

Come out to this day-long event presented by the Alzheimer's Society of BC and the Prince George Council of Seniors about services available to seniors in our community. Learn about the Alzheimer’s Society, the PG Council of Seniors, Meals on Wheels, Hospice, CNIB and more!