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ibMany houses in Victoria-Fraserview were built in the 1950s during the post-war population boom, but a few notable heritage homes remain. One is at 5709 Wales St.

Lack of interplay cited as reason

267 crashes reported in 2012

Egyptian immigrant keen to help newcomers settle into Canadian life

Probably the least seen Studio Ghibli masterpiece (at least in North America), Grave of the Fireflies is also one of the most affecting animated films out there.

When a glamorous playboy realizes that his dream guy is about to get away, he turns his life upside down in a mad rush to confess his love.

Famed Canadian choreographer Jean Grand-Maître and an outstanding design team bring to life Sarah McLachlans music in Fumbling Towards Ecstasy a riveting ballet dedicated to women (see story ).

Citywide Do you have a favourite book from your childhood? Or does one of your children have a favourite? Now’s the time to share that love of reading with children and youth who might not normally be exposed to a large selection of books.

Marpole Geeks, Trekkies, hipsters and Star Wars fans rejoice — the Pop Culture Collectibles Fair and Computer Swap takes place Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

GLITZ & GLAMOUR: Richmond was party central for two of its venerable fundraisers. A capacity crowd gathered at the Radisson Airport Hotel for The Heart of Richmond AIDS Society’s 11th Heart & Soul soiree, sponsored by the Vancouver Courier.