WEDNESDAY
enRICHed Speakers Toastmasters Club will begin meeting again Jan. 9, 2013 and on Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in Meeting Room M.1.003 on the main floor of Richmond City Hall. Guests attend for free. For more information call 604-276-4219 or email [email protected]. enRICHed Speakers has a supportive and friendly environment and members learn from one another through positive constructive feedback and encouragement.
School District #38 (Richmond), Continuing Education, provides the community affordable opportunities to continue their education and/or for meeting personal goals, needs and interests. If you are interested in a career in the floral industry or want to learn how to make beautiful arrangements join Jan. 9, 7: 308: 30 p.m. at, MacNeill Secondary- 6611 No. 4 Road.
The Richmond Garden Club meets on the fourth Wednesday at 7: 30 p.m. at the Minoru Sports Pavilion, 7191 Granville Ave. All novice and experienced gardeners are welcome as guests. For more information, call Gary at 604278-8159.
FRIDAY
Donating blood can save lives. According to Canadian Blood Services, approximately every minute of every day, someone in Canada needs blood. That's why they're encouraging people to donate blood at the Canadian Blood Services Bloodmobile that's coming to the Richmond Library and Cultural Centre Jan. 11 from 9 a.m. - 3: 15 p.m.
Donors are asked to book their appointment in advance. To register to donate blood or to find out if you're eligible call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283). There are a few basic requirements for blood donation: You must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 lbs., and be in generally good health and feeling well. ID is also required.
UPCOMING
How well do you remember your math from school days?
Retired UBC math professor, Dr. Colin Clark, is coming to Richmond Public Library to talk about his new book, Math Overboard! (Basic Math for Adults) Jan. 16 from 7: 30-8: 15 p.m. in the 2nd floor program room at the Brighouse (Main) Branch, 7700 Minoru Gate. To register for this free program, visit any branch of Richmond Public Library, call 604-231-6413 or register online at www. yourlibrary.ca. A review of school math from kindergarten to Grade 12, Math Overboard! is designed to help people re-learn and improve their basic math skills.
Quote program #119 when registering.
