Local Arts

Caring for a person with dementia from a long distance presents many challenges for Delta residents. "It is important to develop a plan of action," says Anthony Kupferschmidt, the Alzheimer Society of B.C.

Children in primary grades and their parent/ caregiver(s) are invited to drop by their local library on Friday, Oct. 21 for some non-instructional day fun. Special entertainment has been planned that will definitely delight everyone attending.

Spelling enthusiasts who are currently in grades 6 or 7 are invited to showcase their skills by competing in the Fraser Valley Regional Library's Sport of Spelling. Entrants will compete in a spelling bee at their home library.

Acclaimed graphic novelist Scott Chantler will talk about his most recent book, Two Generals, when he visits the Ladner Pioneer Library later this month.

The Rotary Club of Tsawwassen has donated $1,014, proceeds from its concession stand at the Sept. 3 outdoor movie night, to the Reach Child and Youth Development Society.

If you are a parent of a school-age child with special needs, October is the time your child's school should be developing an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Planning for the Future set for Delta Hospice centre

Specialized wheelchair donated to Delta Hospital

Tsawwassen's Emma Karwandy came away with the best actress in a leading role award at the Burbank International Film Festival last month. "I was just in complete shock," Karwandy said, talking about her reaction when she'd found out she won.

For the second consecutive year, the grandchildren of the late Lorraine Guichon thanked their community for its amazing support throughout this summer's produce season with a fundraiser in support of Delta Hospital. On Saturday, Sept.