The Earthwise Society in Tsawwassen, South Delta is looking for volunteers to help establish its urban farm and ecological demonstration gardens. For more information contact 604 946 9828 or visit the website at http://www. earthwisesociety.bc.ca for a volunteer application.

LAI MAN WAI: THE FATHER OF CHINESE CINEMA NEW! Friday, May 9 at 10 pm on Knowledge Network Lai Man Wai: The Father of Chinese Cinema is the story of Lai Man Wai’s life and an account of his endeavors and achievements that contributed to the development of early Chinese cinema. His distinguished career spanned over 40 years and encompassed the turbulent years of China’s Civil War and the Japanese War. Lai Man Wai’s admiration for and loyalty to Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s political movement, together with his own passion for motion pictures, proved to be the major influences in his life. Lai Shek, Lai Man Wai’s sixth son – he himself a retired cameraman – shares his thoughts and memories of his father by taking viewers through Lai Man Wai’s diaries and notes.

Holy Rosary Cathedral, Richards & Dunsmuir, Vancouver Holy Rosary Cathedral presents Cathedral organist Denis Bédard in a programme of works from the Romantic period, including music by Dicks, Liszt, Guilmant, Gigout, Widor, Vierne, Franck and Reger, as well as the Canadian premiere of his own Suite romantique, written in the Romantic style, but in the 21st century! Repertoire will range from famous works, like Vierne’s Finale from the 1st Symphony and Franck’s Chorale no. 3, to unknown pieces waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. In Denis Bédard’s hands, Holy Rosary Cathedral’s magnificent Casavant organ will show all it’s capabilities, from singing romantic melodies to raising the roof in brilliant toccatas. This performance will be projected on a giant screen at the front of the church, allowing the audience to watch the performance as well as hearing it. Tickets: $20/$12. Info: 604 682 6774