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March 15, 2026
🦋 Team Limitless - Revealing New Art of Living – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
🌊 Spring Discovery Days: Roots of the Fraser – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
🙋 RCLAS Annual General Meeting – 1:00 PM
🎨 Chai & Colours - Canvas Painting - You N Me Cafe – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
📿 World of Art March Beading Workshops – 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM
📽 New West Film Society Oscar Viewing Party – 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM
🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM
🎙 Georgie's Local Sunday Night Open Mic! – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
March 16, 2026
🌊 Spring Discovery Days: Roots of the Fraser – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
📚 EVENT Magazine's Annual Used Book Sale – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
🧘 Peace, Be Still Monday Meditation – 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
🧩 Steel & Oak Puzzle Mondays – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
🎹 Group Piano Adults at Mechanics of Music Studio – 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
🎨 Downtown’s Living Room at Anvil Centre – 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
🎙 Begbie's Open Mic – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
March 17, 2026
👮 Police Board Meeting – 9:30 AM
🌊 Spring Discovery Days: Roots of the Fraser – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
📚 EVENT Magazine's Annual Used Book Sale – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
🌶 SPICE Club! – 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
🖊 Write Your Own Story (Ages 8-12) – 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
📚 Young Readers Book Club (9-12 years) – 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM
🎤 Ukulele Level 1 at Mechanics of Music Studio – 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
🍺 Steel & Oak Beer and Board Games – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
🎲 Howe Sound Hot B*tch Rock & Roll Bingo – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
🎭 Notorious Grey Fox Trivia Tuesdays – 7:00 PM
🎸 Georgie's Local Tuesday Night Jam Session – 7:00 PM
🎤 Itilia Kitchen Karaoke Nights – 8:00 PM
Calling all manga fans! The New Westminster Public Library is inviting middle and high school students to join two special free manga meetups during Spring Break.
These casual gatherings are a great chance for youth who love manga to connect with others who share their interests, chat about favourite series, and take part in fun activities inspired by manga and anime culture. Whether you’re a long-time fan or just starting to explore the world of manga, everyone is welcome.
Even better — snacks will be provided, making it the perfect place to hang out, make new friends, and celebrate your favourite stories and characters.
Spots may be limited, so participants are encouraged to register in advance through the library’s events calendar.
💲 Seizure of about $11,000 in counterfeit cash
An early-morning incident at a Safeway in New Westminster led to the seizure of approximately $11,000 in counterfeit cash after store staff alerted police to a suspicious bill.
The New Westminster Police Department said the situation unfolded around 7 a.m. on March 12 when a cashier became concerned about the authenticity of a $100 banknote. The employee worked with an on-site security guard to compare the bill with a legitimate one, confirming their suspicions before contacting police.
Officers arrived at the store and arrested a man at the scene. During the investigation, police seized roughly $11,000 in counterfeit currency along with a quantity of drugs. The fake money consisted of both $100 and $50 bills.
Police described the amount of counterfeit currency involved as unusual and credited the alertness of store staff for helping bring the situation to light before the suspect left the store.
Authorities say the investigation is ongoing as they attempt to determine where the counterfeit bills originated. Potential charges being considered include fraud under $5,000 and possession of counterfeit currency.
The incident comes as law enforcement agencies across the region report an increase in counterfeit money circulating in communities.
Police are encouraging businesses and the public to check bills carefully for signs of fraud, including the raised holographic strip and other security features found on legitimate Canadian banknotes.
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