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A fundraiser for the Maritime Museum of British Columbia is set for Saturday at Ogden Point, with everything from full-size boats to marine antiques on offer. The Massive Marine Garage Sale will be held at Ogden Point鈥檚 Pier A from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Just before its world premi猫re in Montreal last May, the creators of the opera Les Feluettes were edgy. A tale of forbidden love between two Quebec men, the two-hour work was created by librettist Michel Marc Bouchard and composer Kevin March.

Is Alice Munro鈥檚 old editor enthusiastic about the Belfry Theatre鈥檚 latest show? You bet. 鈥淚f you haven鈥檛 been to a show like this, you鈥檙e about to meet a new art form,鈥� Douglas Gibson said.

BIRTHDAY THURSDAY: Tradition can be a positive thing but it can also be a negative thing if it holds us back from exploring new possibilities.

Dear Helen: In my new living space, which gives me access to a garden, there are a few sweet bay trees that have some leaves that have gone brown. What would have caused this, and what can I聽do about it? P.E.

Dear Tony: We purchased a condo in Cook Street Village a number of years ago and love our community and our neighbours. Our building is aging and it is time for some significant upgrades. The first priority is our aging exterior.

BIRTHDAY WEDNESDAY: The message of the stars on your birthday is that you must make more of an effort to see the bigger picture. Others can take care of the details. Others can make value judgments about morality.

BIRTHDAY TUESDAY: Stand up for yourself when challenged, both in your personal life and professionally. Your birthday chart warns that if rivals sense you are unsure of yourself they will play on your fears. Show them you are daring and decisive.

BIRTHDAY MONDAY: Saturn's influence on your birthday means you will face some pretty big challenges over the coming 12 months. The good news is you will rise to the occasion and show the world why Aries is the first sign of the zodiac.

Dear Dr. Roach: I鈥檓 a 68-year-old woman. In June 2012, I would be out of breath going up or down my stairs or down the street. I had to sit down and rest for at least 15 minutes, after which I felt better for a while.