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May, 2020

  • 3 May

    本那比女尸 竟是2个月前走失的她

    据CTV温哥华的新闻报道,周日下午,本那比河边发现一具尸体。

    皇家骑警和BC省验尸服务机构正在对这一案件进行调查。截止到周日晚间仍无线索。

    周一早11点,环球新闻报道称,已经确认死亡女子身份,正是2个月前从新西敏离奇出走的她。

    家住新西敏的这位母亲:Nirla Sharma,今年44岁。

    据报道2月24日凌晨,这位母亲从新西敏 Queensborough 社区,Lawrence街300街区的家中离奇离开之后再没有返回。

    其子女在街头贴满寻人启事,希望母亲能够尽快回家。

    此案一直悬而未解,十分蹊跷。

    据死者女儿称,他们于周一(2月24日)凌晨4点左右听到前门响起铃声,以为是 Sharma出去溜狗。

    但通常在早上6:30左右到达本那比BC水电公司工作的 Sharma,一直没有出现,并处于失联状态。其本人也没有带手机外出。

    在搜寻了“大量的监控视频”之后,警方最新发布这段简短的视频,显示了夏尔码凌晨3:27在昆斯伯兰的商业区Queensborough Landing business 独自行走。

    之后,有附近街区的人提供监控显示, Sharma失踪时, 曾有一个穿深色外套的遛狗人朝着 Sharma家的方向走去。

    而之前也有媒体报道,Sharma的丈夫曾被指控威胁其安全。1月下旬,Sharma的丈夫Rishi Deo Sharma被指控对她发出威胁。他的保释条件包括和她或他们的孩子没有任何接触。

    不过其女儿否认了这一说法。她认为针对父亲的指控和母亲的失踪无关。她指父母之间有问题,但彼此幸福,彼此相爱。

    更多的细节,还需本那比和新西敏警方调查后公布。

    ref:
    https://globalnews.ca/news/6873100/new-westminster-bc-mis…

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  • 3 May

    Metrotown Book Discussion: Happiness [CANCELLED]

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    Sat, 04/25/2020 – 10:30 to 11:30
    Saturday, April 25

    Join us for a librarian-led discussion about ‘Happiness’ by Aminatta Forna.

    HappinessJoin us for a librarian-led discussion about ‘Happiness’ by Aminatta Forna.

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  • 3 May

    Pollinating with Mason Bees [CANCELLED]

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    Sat, 04/25/2020 – 10:30 to 12:00
    Saturday, April 25

    Did you know that bees play an important role in our environment? By raising bees you can make a difference in Burnaby’s green future.

    In this session, Winston Wong and Ninna Snider of BC Bee Supply will share their enthusiasm and knowledge of bee species and the basics of beekeeping (apiculture) in the city. 

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  • 2 May

    Introduction to HTML Coding [CANCELLED]

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    Fri, 04/24/2020 – 18:30 to 20:30
    Friday, April 24

    Join us for this great class!

    This program is for beginners who have never tried coding. We will go over basic tags used for web page layout and organization. There will be a demonstration followed by an independent activity where you can get creative and build your own web page.

    Basic computer knowledge is required. This class is limited to 12 people. Please register by phone at 2522-3971 or in person at the Tommy Douglas Library.

    Registration starts Monday, March 2.

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  • 2 May

    Storytime with Spirit of the Children Society [CANCELLED]

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    Fri, 04/24/2020 – 13:30 to 14:15
    Friday, April 24

    Join leaders from Spirit of the Children Society for a storytime program with Indigenous stories, songs, and drumming.

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  • 1 May

    Bird Watching in Central Park [CANCELLED]

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    Fri, 04/24/2020 – 09:00 to 11:00
    Friday, April 24

    Join us for some birding at Central Park !

    Start the Spring day with a walk to Central Park to look for birds. You may see hummingbirds, thrushes, warblers, kinglets, chickadees, sparrows, finches, and ravens. Librarian and experienced birder Neill Vanhinsberg will lead the group and give tips on viewing birds in Burnaby parks. Bring your own binoculars and meet in the program room. 
    Space is limited for this group activity and registration is required. Please register online, one registration per person,

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  • 1 May

    One to One Tech Help @ Metrotown [CANCELLED]

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    Thu, 04/23/2020 – 09:45 to 16:15
    Thursday, April 23

    Need help with a computer, device or website? Sign up for a One-to-One Tech help session!

    Need help with a computer, device or website? Sign up for a One-to-One Tech help session!

    Book a 30-minute session with a librarian for personalized assistance, as well as an introduction to the library’s digital resources that can be useful to you. Bring your own device, or we will use a library laptop. Please register for your session in person at the Bob Prittie Metrotown branch Reference Desk or by calling 2436-5400.

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April, 2020

  • 30 April

    McGill Book Discussion: Little Blue Encyclopedia (for Vivian) [CANCELLED]

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    Wed, 04/22/2020 – 19:00 to 20:00
    Wednesday, April 22

    Join us for a librarian-led discussion about ‘Little Blue Encyclopedia (for Vivian)’ by Hazel Jane Plante.

    Little Blue Encyclopedia (for Vivian)Join us for a librarian-led discussion about ‘Little Blue Encyclopedia (for Vivian)’ by Hazel Jane Plante.

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  • 30 April

    National Canadian Film Day / Earth Day – The Whale (2010) [CANCELLED]

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    Wed, 04/22/2020 – 16:00 to 17:35
    Wednesday, April 22

    Let’s celebrate together National Canadian Film Day and Earth Day!

    The Whale tells the remarkable true story of a young, wild killer whale (an Orca) nicknamed Luna, who lost contact with his family on the coast of British Columbia and became famous around the world when he tried to make friends with human beings.

    Rated G. 1 hour and 35 minutes. Drop-in, no registration needed. Adults must watch with children younger than 10.

    For more information call 2522-3971.

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  • 30 April

    National Canadian Film Day – The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open (2019) [CANCELLED]

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    Wed, 04/22/2020 – 18:30 to 20:15
    Wednesday, April 22

    Let’s celebrate National Canadian Film Day together!

    After a chance encounter on the street, a woman tries to encourage a pregnant domestic abuse victim to seek help.

    Rated Parental Guidance. 1 hour and 45 minutes. Drop-in, no registration needed.

    For more information call 2522-3971.

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