Bridge Work Begins + Seed Library New West

Issue #561

Author

Carla McNeil
April 09, 2026

Inside the New West Spotlight

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 💝 You’re So Sweet - Thank you, Rosemary S.!

 🗞️ New West Local News - Bridge Work Begins + Seed Library New West

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 24.4 1880 - Record low -1.7 1900

Check out all of our local New Westminster Events

Thursday April 09, 2026

🪪 ID Replacement Clinic – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

👶 Babytime (0-12 months) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🍼 Baby Social – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

💆 K-Pop Facial Party at Mukasi Coffee Roasters – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

👪️ Family Place Storytime & Play Lab – 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

📝 SFU Writing Consults – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

📚️ Drop-in Wildfires Bookshop – 5:45 PM

🎙️ Georgie's Local Karaoke Night – 7:00 PM

❓️ Steel & Oak Thursday Trivia Night – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎭️ Comedy Exposed at the Flapper Lounge – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎙️ The Terminal Pub Colossal Thursdays Karaoke – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎤 Notorious Grey Fox Open Mic Jam – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Friday April 10, 2026

🧒 Toddler Time (12-36 months) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

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

🍼 Baby Social (0-23 months) – 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM

🗣️ English Conversation Circles – Friday Sessions – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM

🎲 Howe Sound Hitmix Bingo – 7:00 PM

🤸 Youth Services Drop-in - Gymnastics – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎙️ Weekly Karaoke Every Friday – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

🎙️ Notorious Grey Fox Karaoke Friday Nights – 9:00 PM until Close

Saturday April 11, 2026

🗣️ Spanish Conversation Drop-in – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

🛍️ Thrift Sale at Unifor Hall – 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

🗣️ English Conversation Circles – Saturday Sessions – 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

🖼️ The Art of Belonging – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

🖊️ A Celebration of National Poetry Month – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

📜 A Celebration of National Poetry Month – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

📕 Silent Reading Club – 4:00 PM t 6:00 PM

🍺 RFCDC Presents - Pub Night 2026 – 5:30 PM to Late

🎭️ Just the 2 of Us: Joelle & Buwa – 7:30 PM

🎙️ Karaoke Saturdays at Kelly & Carlos O’Bryan’s – 9:00 PM to 12:30 AM

🕺 Saturday Dance Party at Georgie's – 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM

🕹️ Fighting Game Night – Phantom Alley

Overnight Closures Start on Busy Queensborough Bridge

If your evening commute takes you across the Queensborough Bridge, it may be time to plan ahead.

Nighttime lane closures are now underway as part of a major project to renew the bridge deck — work that will continue through fall 2027.

Starting this month, drivers can expect single-lane traffic in each direction overnight, as crews carry out essential upgrades to improve the bridge’s safety and longevity. The closures are limited to nighttime hours to help reduce daytime disruption on one of the region’s busiest crossings.

⏱ What to Expect

  • Weeknights: 9:30 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.

  • Weekends: 9:30 p.m. – 9:00 a.m.

  • One lane open each direction overnight

  • Winter break: November 2026 – March 2027

With nearly 88,000 vehicles crossing daily, the Queensborough Bridge is a vital link for New Westminster and the surrounding region. While the work may mean slower trips in the evening, it’s part of a long-term effort to keep the bridge safe, reliable, and ready for the future.

Drivers of oversized vehicles may face additional delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes.

Start Your Spring Garden with NWPL

With spring in the air, many New Westminster residents are starting to think about gardens, balconies, and fresh greenery — and the New Westminster Public Library (NWPL) is making it easier than ever to get started.

The library’s Seed Library is now open for the season, offering a simple and welcoming way for the community to pick up free seeds and start growing.

Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just curious to try something new, signing up is quick and easy. Residents can visit the main Seed Library at the Main Branch or stop by the mini Seed Library in Queensborough to explore available seeds.

From flowers to herbs and vegetables, the program encourages people to grow their own plants, connect with nature, and take part in a shared, sustainable community initiative.

It’s a small idea with a big impact — helping neighbours grow food, support pollinators, and bring a little more green into everyday life.

🔄 New round, new hiding spot!

🤖 The Tin Man is back with a fresh mystery today.

🎁 This week’s prize (Apr 09 - Apr 15):
$25 Gift Card from Green’s and Beans Deli.

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Our previous winner did not claim the prize within the 48-hour window, so we went back to the wheel for another spin…

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⏳ Please email us at [email protected] within 48 hours to claim your prize.

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

🌧️ What do showers bring besides flowers? 🌸🚿 

Muddy consequences. ➡️🟫

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