Family Yoga on the Fraser + Poetry+Art Salon

Issue #357

Author

Carla McNeil
September 17, 2025

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Step through an unassuming red brick doorway in downtown New Westminster and discover the magic of the Flapper Lounge—a 1920s-inspired cocktail bar with more than just vintage charm. This hidden gem is a place where glamour, creativity, and purpose come together in one unforgettable experience.

Founded by Linda, a former corporate marketing pro turned event venue owner, the Flapper Lounge was born out of necessity and vision. During the pandemic, Linda’s Metro Hall banquet business came to a halt. Instead of waiting it out, she pivoted. She transformed what was once office space into a prohibition-style cocktail bar that would soon become a favourite hangout for those craving entertainment with substance.

“We’ve got over 50 cocktails on the menu,” Linda says proudly, “from timeless classics to rotating monthly features that go through a serious tasting process before they ever hit your glass.” Add in a food menu that’s now rigorously tested by a rotating group of guests, and you have a place where quality and creativity are non-negotiable.

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But cocktails and charcuterie are only part of the story.

What truly sets the Flapper Lounge apart is its mission: to honour the trailblazing women of the 1920s and create a safe, inclusive space for women today. The venue’s walls are adorned with historic images of real-life flapper rebels, feminists, and changemakers like Josephine Baker, a black woman who used her platform to fight for civil rights, speaking out against segregation and inequality. These women aren’t decoration, they’re the heart of the Flapper Lounge’s identity.

“It’s easy to do the gangster-and-cigars version of a 1920s bar,” Linda explains. “But I wanted something different. These flapper women? They were brave, they were bold, and they paved the way for us. That’s who I want to celebrate.”

Clara Bow is often cited among the most famous, with Bow embodying the "it girl" of flapper culture.

Her passion doesn’t stop there. Linda’s long-term goal is to channel cocktail sales into meaningful change. The lounge has already begun raising funds through select signature drinks to support women escaping abusive situations. But Linda’s vision goes deeper; she’s working toward justice system reform for survivors. “It’s not just about raising money for one house,” she says. “It’s about changing the system.”

Even if you don’t know any of that, walking in, you’ll feel it. There’s something special about the energy inside the Flapper Lounge. Maybe it’s the live music on Saturdays, the cheeky Drag Bingo on Wednesdays, or the Burlesque Thursdays that pull in a crowd ready to laugh, cheer, and connect. Maybe it’s the mannequins in feathered headbands or the cheeky cocktail names that change every month. Or maybe it’s the fact that a woman can walk in alone and feel safe, welcomed, and seen.

It’s no surprise that the lounge draws mostly women, often dressed to the theme, feather boas and all. But everyone is welcome here—what matters most is that you show up ready for fun.

Open Wednesday through Saturday (unless a large wedding upstairs at Metro Hall takes priority), the Flapper Lounge isn’t your typical cocktail bar. It’s kitschy. It’s playful. It’s a little mysterious. And that’s exactly the way Linda likes it.

If you’ve lived in New West for five years and still haven’t heard of it? Now’s the time to change that. Check the entertainment calendar on their website and plan your visit. Whether you're sipping a Velvet Shimmy or grooving to live jazz, one thing’s for sure: the Flapper Lounge is a vibe—and a movement—you’ll want to be part of.

📍 Find them online at flapperlounge.com or follow them on Instagram and Facebook @FlapperLounge for upcoming events and features.

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Address: 759 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, BC.

Phone: They don't have a phone #. They're hiding from The Fuzz!

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 19.8 2020, 2023 - Record low 9.2 2022

Check out all of our local New Westminster Events

September 17, 2025

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

👶 Mom + Baby Meet Up at Cove Indoor Play – 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

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

📝 Work BC Employment Services Drop-In – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

📿 Beading Workshop  – 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM

🏃 Run Club  – 7:00 PM

🎭️ Drag Trivia with Scarlett Rose – 7:00 PM to 9:00 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

❓️ Trivia Night at Frankie G’s – 7:30 PM

September 18, 2025

🎥 The Midday Movie: Hunt for the Wilderpeople – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

📖 Tigrinya Storytime (All ages) – 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

🍅 Farmers Market – 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🎨 kʷәcstәxʷ - Celebrating Indigenous Artistry – 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM

📚️ Drop-in Wildfires Bookshop – 5:45 PM

🎨 Paint and Create at Century House – 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

📝 NWP Mayoral Candidate Announcement – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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

🎭️ Bees Knees Burlesque at the Flapper Lounger – 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

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

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

🎭️ Vagabond Players Presents Making A Killing – 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

September 19, 2025

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

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – Doors open at 6:00 PM

🎲 Hitmix Bingo - Howe Sound – 7:00 PM

🎶 Becoming Church: 1 Year Anniversary Concert – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎭️ Cocktails and Conjuring at the Flapper Lounge – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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

🎸 Live Music at The Terminal - Mike Van Eyes – 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM

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

🎲 Board Night Game – Phantom Alley

Families in New Westminster are invited to start their Saturday with a refreshing blend of movement, mindfulness, and community at a free family yoga class inspired by the Fraser River. The event takes place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at 315 Queens Avenue, with participants meeting at the Tipperary Park parking lot.

This outdoor class, led by Laura O’Reilly of Yoga at the Quay, offers a playful journey downstream through yoga poses that mirror the flow of the river. Expect gentle stretches, calming breaths, and poses designed to spark creativity and relaxation for all ages. Whether it’s your first yoga class or a family tradition, everyone is welcome to join in.

With the grassy park setting as a natural yoga mat and the Fraser River as inspiration, the morning promises a peaceful balance of energy and calm. Children can explore movement in fun, imaginative ways, while adults can enjoy mindful moments of stillness. Together, families will create space to connect, unwind, and recharge.

This event is free of charge and hosted by the Fraser River Discovery Centre. Participants should bring a yoga mat or towel and come ready to stretch beneath the open sky.

Join fellow art and literature lovers at the upcoming Poetry + Art Salon hosted by Janet Kvammen, Poet Laureate of New Westminster, on Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Anvil Centre, 4th Floor, Room 417 (777 Columbia St, New Westminster).

This free afternoon drop-in invites the community to listen, chat, and connect while celebrating the creative spirit. The event features special guest Celeste Snowber, who will share her poetry, and Julie Epp, who will present an engaging art “Show & Tell.” Whether you’re a poet, artist, or simply an enthusiast, this gathering offers a warm space to share passions and be inspired by others.

Organized in partnership with the Royal City Literary Arts Society, the salon fosters connection through words, images, and conversation.

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