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Training teaches fundamentals and fun
The sun shines upon Rutledge Field as clumps of kids gather around with their sticks and mouthguards to play and practise the game of field hockey.
Health notes
The Art of Healthy Living: A series of workshops with Vancouver's top health and wellness professionals will run until June 23 in West Vancouver at the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., Ambleside Youth Centre in Ambleside Park and Lawson Creek Studio, 1756 Argyle Ave. Info: ferrybuildinggallery.com. Registration: 604-925-7270.
In THE NOW
What did Adrian Dix do wrong? For starters, his campaign was too nice. . . .8 When your teen wants a tattoo, there's no need to freak out. Really. . . . . . . . . 9
'Extreme makeover' help sought
Donations of time and money are sought for a "72-hour extreme makeover" job to renovate the longhouse facility at Alexandra Neighbourhood House.
Single parents pampered
Being a parent is a tough job for two people, regardless how old the child is.
Polak has key traits for MLA
I was rather surprised by Jeff Munroe's take on Todd Hauptman's resignation from Mary Polak's campaign.
Community Bulletin Board
Canadian Workplace Culture: North Vancouver City Library is offering a free interactive workshop for internationally-trained new Canadians Wednesday, May 15, 1: 303: 30 p.m. at 120 West 14th St. Registration is not required. Info: nvcl.ca.
MIKE MCLATCHY
Mike McLatchy might not be responsible for the success his daughters had in sport but he hopes to be responsible for the success of others.
Toddlers rescued from hot cars
After rescuing two toddlers from locked cars in Abbotsford within the last 48 hours, police are reminding drivers of the hazards of leaving children or pets in vehicles during warm weather.
For Mother's Day, I just want him to say, 'Mom'
Janet Marutawana was waiting in line at a Zellers when it happened again: Her nine-year-old son, Farai, started throwing a tantrum.
Four ways to be a good mother to yourself
When I come home to my wife at the end of the day, I know better than to ask, "What did you do today?"
Plentiful blessings on Mother's Day
Mother's Day is another few days off yet, but I already know what I'll be unwrapping on Sunday morning.
Treat mom to a weekend outing
Taking tea this Sunday will help provide medical care for moms of the future.
What people are saying
The TIMES asked people why they were at the recent chamber of commerce forum at Meadowridge School. Here are a few of their responses:
Family matters to prof
Young families are feeling squeezed and a discussion Friday will tackle their issues in the context of the provincial election.
Gala features Vega theme
The 21st annual Langley Memorial Hospital Foundation Gala has a Las Vegas Rat Pack theme.
Pregnant city moms turned away
Burnaby Family Life Institute, one of the city's largest non-profit social service agencies, is stretched to its financial limits and is turning away pregnant women and new moms in dire need of help.
