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Question: I bought and forgot a large bag of beautiful tulip bulbs. I planned on planting them in a three-feet deep raised bed on my south-facing boulevard. I don't mind if they flower later than usual.

Dan Rheaume is the kind of guy you want to meet before walking down a dark alley. The New Westminster resident has been studying martial arts since he was a kid, he says.

Monday, January 13 Codependents Anonymous, Freedom Group is a Twelve Step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m.

It’s the start of a new year and a great time to learn a new skill or expand your horizons. We are continuing with our popular feature, The Record ’s Top Five (or More) Things to Do This Weekend and offer the following suggestions for Jan.

Hugh Cruickshank started and ended his life in New Westminster – but travelled the world in between. Cruickshank was born in New Westminster in 1930 and passed away in his hometown on Nov. 24 at the age of 83.

This is not like the board game nights of your childhood.

Most of us plan to exercise more in the new year and, luckily, for gardeners, great opportunities for stretching, flexibility and balancing are waiting right outside.

Wednesday, January 8 Single Mothers' support group, Wednesdays from Jan. 8 to March 12, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. No cost to participants. Child minding, snacks and bus tickets available. For information on location, call 604-525-9144 or email psteiner@fsgv.

Happy New Year! After the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, we have some low-key offerings for you to enjoy on the first weekend of 2014.

Monday, January 6 Codependents Anonymous, Freedom Group is a Twelve Step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meetings are at 7:30 p.m.