Local Arts

SATURDAY The Richmond Gem & Mineral Club presents its 51st annual show: Jazzy Jaspers... and other rocky delights on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 17 and 18 at the Richmond Arts and Cultural Centre.

Thirty-one years ago, Arnie Fisk was in a serious car accident. It made the longtime federal penitentiary employee reevaluate his life.

Her hands are clammy, her posture is pigeon-toed and her attempts to suppress her nervousness only result in fidgeting, but then she high-steps and spins through the school dance with pure grace.

THURSDAY Richmond Public Library, in partnership with the Richmond Employment Resource Centre and the Richmond Career Centre of Immigrant Services Society of B.C.

B.C.s rock and blues multi-platinum artist Colin James will don his leathers and rev up a Dakota Monster motorcycle and ride for sick children and teens.

SATURDAY Everyone is invited to Steven Yue's Superstars Memorial Concert on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 7: 30 p.m. at the Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd. For more information, visit www.gatewaytheatre.com or call 7789948811.

SEPT. 24 HERITAGE BUS TOUR The Heritage Bus Tour will allow you to experience Richmond's history through visits to historical sites and true stories from the past. The bus leaves at 10: 15am.

TUESDAY The Pacific Woodworkers Guild members meet on the third Tuesday of each month (except July and August). New members and guests are always welcome! They meet at 11060 No. 2 Rd.

THURSDAY Due to popular demand the East Richmond Community Association and Cambie Community Centre will be hosting a second Outdoor Movie Night this summer on Thursday, Sept. 1 at King George Park West at #5 and Cambie roads.

MISCELLANEOUS The Salvation Army's 2011 Back Pack Drive runs until Sept. 6.