From a spring clean up to a pet expo, there's something for everyone this weekend in Richmond.
1. Pet Expo
Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy.
In celebration of National Pet Day, Lulu Island Winery is hosting its first annual Petopia Expo this weekend. Visitors can meet pets, shop for treats and toys and listen in on expert speakers.
Free admission for everyone.
2. Big Brothers spring cleanup
Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ikea Richmond, 3320 Jacombs Rd. (Under the giant digital sign in the uncovered parking lot closest to Bridgeport Way.)
Give your clothes and household items a second life while supporting youth mentorship programs.
Big Brothers of Greater Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»is hosting a donation drive and accepting two large Ikea-sized bags of clothing, shoes, purses and accessories to household items that are in reasonably good condition from each individual.
Ikea Family members will receive a choice of a $10 Ikea gift card or a coupon valid for $20 off a purchase of $100 or more made between April 12 and 20.
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3. Easter egg hunt
Saturday, April 12 from 1:45 to 4:15 p.m.
My Gym Richmond, #9 - 4751 Shell Rd.
An easter egg hunt for children ages one to three.
Every child will get an Easter basket to fill with colourful eggs hidden around the gym. There will be Easter games, activities, snacks, photobooth and face painting.
- 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. (Ages 1-3 years old)
- 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. (Ages 3-9 years old)
It will cost $29 per child per session. Space is limited and booking is needed.
Gripper socks are needed in the gym, so parents are reminded to bring their own or can purchase them at the gym.
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4. Human library event
Sunday, April 13 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Richmond Public Library, Brighouse branch, #100-7700 Minoru Gate
The Richmond Public Library is bringing back it's Human Library program where "human books" and their readers can have a 20-minute, one-on-one conversation.
The conversations can help challenge prejudices and stereotypes as well as contribute more broadly to greater cohesion across social, ethnic and religious divisions.
This is a drop-in event for teens, adults and seniors.
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