Comedy for a Cause + Youth Firefighter Program

Issue #544

Author

Carla McNeil
March 23, 2026

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 18.9 1940 - Record low -2.2 1904

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March 23, 2026

🌊 Spring Discovery Days: Learning from the River – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

🧘 Peace, Be Still Monday Meditation – 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

🧩 Steel & Oak Puzzle Mondays – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🎨 Downtown’s Living Room at Anvil Centre – 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

🎨 HEDGELORE: Stepping into folklore Art Exhibition – 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM

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

March 24, 2026

🌊 Spring Discovery Days: Learning from the River – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

📱 Bring Your Own Device Tech Cafe! – 1:00 PM to 2:30 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

🎨 HEDGELORE: Stepping into folklore Art Exhibition – 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM

🎲 Howe Sound Hot B*tch Rock & Roll Bingo – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎭️ Notorious Grey Fox Trivia Tuesdays – 7:00 PM

March 25, 2026

🌊 Spring Discovery Days: Learning from the River – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

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

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 CaRT Peer Navigators – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

🍽️ New West Fun-loving Retirees Lunch – 11:45 AM to 1:45 PM

🧸 Code-A-Pillars Playtime (Ages 2-6) – 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🎤 Find Your Voice at Mechanics of Music Studio – 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

👪️ Family Building Free Play (All Ages) – 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

🎨 HEDGELORE: Stepping into folklore Art Exhibition – 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM

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

🏃 Steel & Oak Run Club – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎲 Howe Sound Drag Bingo & Trivia – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎭️ Drag Trivia by Scarlett Rose at Flapper Lounge – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Connect Youth (13+) – 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

❓️Frankie G’s Trivia Night – 7:30 PM

An evening of laughter, music, and meaningful connection is coming to New Westminster. Stand Up for Recovery 2026 takes place on Sunday, March 29, bringing the community together to celebrate healing, resilience, and life in recovery.

Hosted at Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy, the event features a dynamic lineup of comedians, musicians, and performers, including headliner Simon King, along with special guests Kate Rice, Charlene Rose, and Jessica Joelle Pigeau. Live music by Orange Whip and lyricist KeHill will kick off the evening.

Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with music starting at 6:30 p.m. and the show running from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

More than just a night out, the event is a fundraiser for Recovery Day BC, supporting awareness and celebration of recovery journeys across the province. It also offers an opportunity for individuals and families to see what life can look like beyond addiction — filled with connection, creativity, and hope.

🎟 Tickets are $20 plus fees.

Ever wondered what it takes to become a firefighter? The New Westminster Youth Firefighter Program is giving local students a chance to find out.

Open to students in Grades 10–12, this hands-on program offers a fire academy-style experience where participants will learn essential skills like firefighting techniques, first aid, and emergency response. Designed to be both challenging and fun, the program gives youth a real glimpse into life in the fire service.

Participants will take part in an immersive training week from July 6 to 10, working alongside professionals and gaining practical experience in a supportive environment.

The program is a collaboration between City of New Westminster Youth Services, New Westminster Firefighters, New Westminster Police, and the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC).

🗓 Key Dates:

  • Application Deadline: May 16

  • Info Session: June 16

  • Training Week: July 6–10

Spots are limited, making this a great opportunity for students interested in emergency services or hands-on learning experiences.

🚨 The Tin Man is back at it!

A brand-new mystery photo is live, and this week’s prize is worth the hunt 👀

🎁 Crack the mystery and you could win One Ukulele Plus Two Lessons from Neil Douglas Guitar Shop (Mar 19 - Mar 25).

Visit Facebook and Instagram and drop your guess.

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

🌧️ What’s the rain’s favorite phrase? 📝 

“Plot twist.” 📖

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