Common Garden Mistakes + Pattulo Closed Again

  Inside this New West Spotlight Newsletter…

 🌥️ New West Weather - Sunny and Cold 🥶 

 Rain Riddle - Why was the weather so unpredictable?

 (Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

  🎀 Announcing Milestone Celebrations 🎁🎀 - New Feature Added - 😯 

  🗓️ New West Events - Great Events Coming Up

🕵️‍♂️ New West Local News - Common Garden Mistakes + Pattulo Closed Again

 😀 Viral Meme

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January 27, 2025

🧩 Puzzle Mondays at Steel and Oak – Starts at 5:00 PM

🎙️ Begbie's Open Mic – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

🎲 Family Literacy Week Bingo (all ages) – All Day

📖 Lunar New Year Storytime (Cantonese) – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

January 28, 2025

🗣️ English Conversation Circles – Tuesday Mornings – 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

🍺 🎲 Beer and Board Games – 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

❓️ Trivia Tuesdays at Howe Sound New West – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎭️ Trivia Tuesdays at Notorious Grey Fox – 7:00 PM

🎻 Brad Turner Quartet – 7:00 PM

🎲 Family Literacy Week Bingo (all ages) – All Day

📖 Storytime (3-5 years) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🗣️ English Conversation Circles – Tuesday Afternoons – 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

🍻 Rotary Bevies & Bites - Early bird pricing ends January 31st

January 29, 2025

🏛️ PMI-ACP 3 Days Classroom Certification Training – 9:00 AM to January 31, 5PM

💰️ Financial Aid (Welfare) Worker at NWPL – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM 

👶 Babytime (0-23 months) – 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

🎒 After-School Drop-In (5-12 years) – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM 

📚️ Reading Buddies (6-9 years) – 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM 

📖 Pyjama Storytime (all ages) – 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM

❓️ Trivia Night at Georgie's Local  – 7:00 PM

🏃 Run Club  – 7:00 PM

👦👧 Connect Youth (13+) – 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

🎤 Open Mic Jam at Bully’s Studio – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

🎸 Rockers, Revellers n’ Riders!!! – The Heritage Grill

🎲 Family Literacy Week Bingo (all ages) – All Day

 🛑 Fatal Crash Shuts Down Pattullo Bridge Again, Investigation Underway

A tragic multi-vehicle collision on the Pattullo Bridge Sunday morning claimed the life of one driver and left others injured. Surrey Police Service confirmed the incident, which occurred at approximately 8:30 a.m. on the east end of the bridge, involving a bus and four other vehicles.

Despite the rapid response of Surrey Fire Service and BC Emergency Health Services, a female driver succumbed to her injuries at the scene. While other drivers and passengers also sustained injuries, the exact extent and severity remain unknown.

The cause of the collision is under investigation, with the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service (ICARS) and the RCMP Surrey Provincial Operational Support Unit Criminal Collision Investigation Team (CCIT) assisting in the inquiry. Police have not yet determined how the crash occurred.

The Pattullo Bridge, a key connection between Surrey and New Westminster, remains closed in both directions. Authorities anticipate the closures and traffic diversions to continue throughout the day as investigators work on-site.

Surrey Police Service is urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information, including dashcam footage, to contact them at 604-599-0502 and reference file 2025-7520.

Read the full article here.

 🪴 Learn to Avoid Gardening Mistakes with Amanda Jarrett at New West Library

Do you want to improve your gardening skills and avoid costly mistakes? The New Westminster Public Library is hosting a special event featuring Amanda Jarrett, a professional horticulturist and Red Seal-certified garden educator. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, this session will equip you with valuable tips to keep your garden thriving while saving time, money, and effort.

The event will take place on Tuesday, February 20, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, and participants can attend either in person or online via Zoom. Please note that the Zoom session will not be recorded, but all registered participants will receive a Zoom link prior to the event.

Amanda Jarrett brings over 30 years of expertise in horticulture, including teaching at institutions like Langara College, Douglas College, and Gaia College. Known for her approachable and effective gardening advice, Amanda has dedicated her career to helping gardeners overcome challenges, reduce maintenance, and cultivate beautiful spaces. She runs Amanda’s Garden Consulting Company in North Delta, B.C., where she provides hands-on support to homeowners and landscapers.

This event offers a unique opportunity to learn from Amanda’s wealth of experience and passion for plants. Attendees can expect practical advice on troubleshooting common garden problems, pruning techniques, and strategies for creating a low-maintenance, vibrant garden.

Spaces for this informative workshop are limited, and the last event was standing-room only, so don’t miss your chance to learn from a seasoned expert who can help you make the most of your outdoor space.

Register Today

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

💧 Why was the weather so unpredictable?

 ⛈️ Because it had cloudy judgment! 🗣️ 

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