From helping kids with cancer to learning new archery skills in Richmond, there's something for everyone this weekend.
1. Herring sale
The 14th annual herring sale in Steveston to benefit kids battling cancer is taking place on Saturday. Fishermen Helping Kids with Cancer has ticket sales going fast with $20 for a 20-pound bag of herrings.
To purchase tickets, click here.
Date: Saturday, Jan. 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 12740 Trites Rd.
2. Book sale
Friends of the Richmond Library is hosting its first mini book sale of the year with gently used and almost as good as new books. There will be English and Chinese books from fiction to children's genres.
Each book is individually priced with all proceeds to benefit Richmond public libraries. Cash accepted.
For more information, click here.
Date: Saturday, Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 150 – 11590 Cambie Road, Richmond
3. Archery tag
Join an archery tag event to learn a new skill, make friends and work out.
Visitors can expect a 30-minute orientation followed by two hours of shooting time, with all equipment provided. The entrance fee is $30.
For more information, click here.
Date: Saturday, Jan. 11 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: 6 Pack Indoor Beach, 13180 Mitchell Rd. #115
4. Steveston Icebreaker 8K
The Steveston Icebreaker 8K run -- one of the major fundraisers for the Kajaks Track and Field Club -- will take place along the Steveston Village boardwalk and dike trail on Sunday.
Alongside the run, there will be a contest to see who can raise the most money for the Steveston icebreaker 8K that benefits KidSport Richmond, which financially helps kids aged 18 and under whose families can't afford to pay registration fees.
Date: Jan. 12 at 8:45 a.m.
Location: Steveston Village, 4020 Bayview St.
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