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Sunday August 16, 2026
🦖 Kids Pokémon League - New West – 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
🎶 Uptown Live Summer Series – 12:00 PM to 4:15 PM
🚢 Samson V Museum – 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
🎨 Origami with Yuki Anthony: Little Kids (3-6 years) – 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
🍽 Community Lunch at You N Me' Cafe – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
🎨 Origami with Yuki Anthony: Big Kids (7-12 years) – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
🎙 Georgie's Local Sunday Night Open Mic! – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
🎲 NFMA Sunday Funday Bingo – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Monday August 17, 2026
🌊 FRDC Summer Camps: Survival on the Fraser – 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
🎸 Kids Summer Rock Camp (August 17-21) – 9:30 AM
🧘 Peace, Be Still Monday Meditation – 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
🎨 Acrylic Pouring at Arrieta Art Studio – 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
🧩 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
Tuesday August 18, 2026
🌊 FRDC Summer Camps: Survival on the Fraser – 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
🎨 Storytime and Craft (3-5 years) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
🌶 SPICE Club! – 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
🏞 Lawn Games at the Pier – 4:00 PM to 6:00 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
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New Westminster police are warning residents about fraudulent QR codes that have been placed on parking meters throughout the city, after several people reported financial losses linked to the stickers.
The New Westminster Police Department says victims scanned QR codes marked as a way to pay for parking and were directed to websites that appeared legitimate. After entering their credit card information, some later discovered unauthorized withdrawals from their bank accounts.
In one reported case, a victim lost $2,000.
Police are investigating where the fraudulent stickers came from and have already removed several from parking meters across New Westminster.
What drivers should know
The City of New Westminster does not use QR codes as a payment method for parking. Drivers should rely on the payment options and instructions displayed directly on the parking meter or nearby official signage.
Police are asking anyone who has used one of the suspicious QR codes within the past five days to:
Check your bank and credit card accounts for unauthorized transactions.
Contact your financial institution immediately if you notice suspicious activity.
Report the incident to New Westminster Police.
Avoid scanning QR codes placed over or attached to parking meters, even if they appear official.
Use only the payment methods listed on the meter or official City signage.
The warning comes as police investigate who placed the stickers and how widely they have been distributed.
Residents are also being encouraged to share the warning with friends, family members and others who regularly park in New Westminster.
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 2 is turning 100, and New Westminster is invited to celebrate!
The 100th Anniversary Commemorative Celebration takes over 631 Sixth Street on Saturday, August 22, with free, family-friendly festivities running from noon to 11 p.m.
The day will feature a Memory Lane historical exhibit, Westminster Regiment Vimy Ridge display, military demonstrations, live performances and plenty of activities for families.
Enjoy music from the Royal Westminster Regiment Band, New Westminster Branch 2 Pipe Band, The Brian Zalo Mix and Sweet Max. Kids can check out the arts and crafts area, while a community BBQ, beer garden and cupcakes add to the celebration.
The event will also include speeches recognizing the Legion’s century of service, plus the unveiling of the Lest We Forget Lager, with partial proceeds supporting the Legion Foundation.
📅 August 22 | 12 p.m.–11 p.m.
📍 631 Sixth Street
🎟️ Free admission
Come celebrate a century of community, service and remembrance!
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