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Arya Samaj Society Opening In Surrey
ARYA SAMAJ EDUCATIONAL & CULTURAL SOCIETY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA Mailing Address: 13475 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3T 2T8
Official Opening
Saturday, April 6, 2019
10AM to 1PM
(Followed by lunch)
You are kindly invited to attend the official opening ceremony of Arya Samaj’s renovated Prayer Hall at 13475 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3T 2T8
Program:
10AM: Havan
11AM – 12PM: Welcome guests & speeches
12PM – 1PM: Entertainment
1PM: Lunch
Note: For Havan, Mr. Satya SwaroopTaneja and Mrs. KantaTaneja are “Yajman” and hosting lunch.
On behalf of the Board of Directors,
Madhu Varshney, President
For further information, please contact:
ShamaVohora, Secretary (778) 245-1535
Kushwaha Kant Singh, Treasurer (604) 328-5454
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International Women’s Day At Muriel Arnason Library
Friday, March 8 from 2-4 pm, Muriel Arnason Library is celebrating its annual ‘International Women’s Day’, and everyone is cordially invited. Please join us to support this day, and enjoy henna, refreshments, a draw, and an amazing display on the most successful Canadian women in different fields.
This is a free, drop-in program.
Muriel Arnason Library is located in the Township of Langley Civic Facility at 20338 – 65 Avenue, and the phone number is 604-532-3590.
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Free Income Tax Filing at Muriel Arnason Library
Do you need assistance with preparing your tax return? If your return is straightforward, and you are low-income, you can book an appointment with a community volunteer and have your tax return e-filed free of charge.
Income tax clinics will take place on Saturdays, March 16 to April 13, between 10:30 am and 3:30 pm at Muriel Arnason Library. Appointment times must be booked in advance by visiting the library at 130 – 20338 65 Ave. or calling 604-532-3590. If you are unsure of your eligibility for this program, please contact library staff.
Muriel Arnason Library’s 2019 tax clinics are offered in partnership with ISSofBC.
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Shree Jalaram Bapa’s Punya Tithi
Lohana Cultural Association of BC cordially invites all to the occasion of
Shree Jalaram Bapa’s Punya Tithi on Saturday March 9, 2019 at Shiv Mandir,
5600 Dorset St. Burnaby.
*6.00pm – 7.30pm Bhajan Kirtan followed by ** Priti Bhojan *
For more info please call:
Vasant Lakhani
(604) 987 -1925
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New Mental Health Initiative: Youth Volunteers Needed
On behalf of the South Asian Mental Health Alliance and Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar, this is an open call for South Asian youth in Greater Vancouver, ages 14 to 21, interested in receiving Mental Health First-Aid Training, a professional certification developed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Our goal is to create a volunteer team of mental health Youth Ambassadors who will raise awareness around mental health, and will work together to de-stigmatize its discussion and treatment within the South Asian community. In addition to mental health first-aid training, our volunteer Youth Ambassadors will receive training in public speaking and presenting so that they may effectively educate others about mental health. If this volunteer opportunity interests you, please email [email protected], or call-text at (778) 835-7898.
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Celebrate the Year Of The Pig at Muriel Arnason Library
Saturday, February 9 2:00 – 3:00 pm: Muriel Arnason Library is celebrating its 11th annual Chinese New Year, and everyone iscordially invited to join the library staff and some special artists to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Come and enjoy the Chinese dance and music, displays, make a craft and a lucky envelope, andtaste some New Year’s foods.
This is a free, drop-in program. All supplies are provided.
Muriel Arnason Library is located in the Township of Langley Civic Facility at 20338 – 65 Avenue, and the phone number is 604-532-3590.
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Technology Help at Surrey Libraries
Need help with your new tech toy?
Get one to one technology help in a friendly atmosphere. Bring your questions and your device!
We will help you with questions about:
- Computer Basics — mousing, internet searching, Microsoft Word
- Tablet basics — downloading apps, eBooks, magazines
- Essentials of using eReaders or laptops
- Cyber safety basics –how to be safe while using the Internet
Surrey Libraries is not able to diagnose or repair hardware issues.
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Practice English and Learn Skills for the Canadian Workplace.
Meet at the George Mackie Library on Wednesdays and Saturdays beginning January 9 from 2 pm – 4:30 pm to practice English, learn workplace vocabulary, become familiar with the Canadian labour market and develop networking skills. Each session includes tips and assistance with resume writing, job search skills, websites and Canadian workplace expectations. Taught by a TESOL-certified and experienced teacher, this program is being offered in partnership with Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society. Bonus: PICS refers students, if interested, to further education at local colleges or universities. To register, call 604-596-7722 or drop in at the library.
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Richmond Multicultural Community Services
Our staff help people with accessing Government services, Resume/cover letter, Employment, Information health care services, Information on housing, Information on Education, Assistance with filling up the forms, Any queries client have, Apart from this, we conduct workshops, English classes, computer classes, and special events every month. Anyone can contact -Neena Suri (South Asian Settlement Worker). P. 604-279-7160 F: 604-279-7168,Working hours: Mondays, Wednesday, and Saturday, Email: [email protected] us at www.rmcs.bc.ca/ www.iamrichmond.ca
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Settlement Workers: Mandarin/English
Wednesdays, 1 – 5 pm – George Mackie Library, 8440 – 112 Street, Delta
Are you a newcomer to Canada who needs help adjusting to your new life? Free and confidential services are offered to help newcomers – with all their needs – during the process of settling into their new community. Settlement and Integration Services are free for immigrants, refugees and their families in BC.
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Fleetwood/Guildford WorkBC Employment Services Centre
“Fleetwood/Guildford WorkBC Employment Services Centre supports both employers and employees. We assist employers find suitable employees through programs such as Wage Subsidy and we assist individuals to find employment through many services, including training. Best of all, all our services are FREE. For more information, please call our office at 604-580-9740.”
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Borrow An eReader From Surrey Libraries
Always wanted to try one before you buy? Here’s your chance.
Check out a Kobo Touch for a 3 week loan from any Surrey Library.
Each Kobo Touch is loaded with Classics:
- Anne of Green Gables
- Tristan & Iseult
- Anna Karenina
- Count of Monte Cristo
- Mysterious Affair at Styles
Check the library catalogue for availability or reserve one today! www.surreylibraries.ca
