Wednesday
Minoru Chapel’s Opera series is back this spring with three classical concerts performed by local professional companies. The series opens March 4 with Opera Mariposa making their Minoru Chapel debut with a costumed concert of operatic highlights, From Wolfgang to Wagner: Great Moments in Opera. Performances are at 2 and 7 p.m. Seating limited. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling 604-276-4300. Admission: $20 for adults, $18 for students and seniors.
Richmond Public Library is hosting a free workshop called English Pronunciation for Success presented by Catherine Steele, a pronunciation specialist. The workshop is for anyone who wants to learn more about English pronunciation and pronunciation resources, and will be held from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Brighouse Branch, Community Place (7700 Minoru Gate). For more information visit yourlibrary.ca/events, or call 604-231-6423.
Thursday
The Richmond Public Library is hosting award-winning author, humanitarian and peace activist, Deborah Ellis, who will speak March 5 on the topic “Reading to Survive: Children, War and Books.” There will be a registered morning program at Ironwood Branch (11688 Steveston Hwy.) from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and an evening drop-in program at the Brighouse from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Best for families with children in Grade 4 or higher. For more information call 604-231-6412 or register at yourlibrary.ca/events.
Friday
Richmond Public Library is offering a free program for adults called English Corner on Fridays from March 6 – May 1, and on Sundays from March 8 – May 3 at the Brighouse (Main) Branch. Classes take place from 10 a.m. – 12 noon. To register, visit any branch of Richmond public Library, register online at www.yourlibrary.ca/events or call 604-231-6413.
The Richmond Dance Company presents Seven at the Richmond Cultural Centre (7700 Minoru Gate) March 6-8. It is an original dance performance exploring the roles the seven deadly sins can play in the quest for success. Members of the Richmond Youth Dance Company portray 23 dancers struggling against the pressures of their industry as they each fight for the spotlight. Tickets: $7 and can be purchased at the cultural centre or by calling 604-0247-8300.
