Market with Purpose + Bellies Merch Drop

Issue #567

Author

Carla McNeil
April 15, 2026

Inside the New West Spotlight

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 26.1 1897 - Record low -1.1 1878

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Wednesday April 15, 2026

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

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

👶 Babytime (0-23 months) – 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

📝 WorkBC Employment Services Drop-In – 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

🎒 After-School Drop-In (5-12 years) – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

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

📖 Pyjama Storytime (all ages) – 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM

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

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

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

📽️ Canada Film Day Screening: Outrageous! – 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

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

❓️Frankie G’s Trivia Night – 7:30 PM

🧘 TWILIGHT & TEA Sound Bath Meditation – 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Thursday April 16, 2026

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

🤝 New Westminster - Women In Business Networking – 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

🍼 Baby Social – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

🚶‍♂️ WALK30: Walk with the Mayor – 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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

📚️ Drop-in Wildfires Bookshop – 5:45 PM

🚴 Cap's Bike Club Open House – 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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

🎨 Paint Nite Brand Creative Events – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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

🎭️ Bee's Knees Burlesque at The Flapper Lounge – 7:00 PM to 9:30 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 17, 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

🍽️ Familiar Flavours, New Beginnings – 6:00 PM

🎲 Howe Sound Hitmix Bingo – 7:00 PM

🤸 Youth Services Drop-in - Gymnastics – 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

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

Explore unique local finds

In New Westminster, markets are becoming more than just a place to shop — they’re becoming spaces where community, creativity, and opportunity come together.

DBJ Markets’ “Markets with a Purpose” is all about creating meaningful connections, bringing together local makers, small businesses, and creatives in a space that celebrates both talent and community impact.

What makes these markets stand out is their focus on youth and education. Students are given the chance to participate, showcase their work, and gain real-world experience — building confidence, creativity, and entrepreneurial skills along the way.

From handmade goods and vintage finds to upcycled fashion and unique pieces, every booth tells a story. And with every purchase, visitors are directly supporting local dreams and small businesses.

Organizers are currently looking to welcome a few more vendors to round out the market, with a focus on creative, community-driven offerings.

At its heart, this is more than a market — it’s a space where people connect, ideas grow, and the local community thrives.

New West pride is back in style — and just in time for the season.

The New Westminster Salmonbellies have launched their official merch store, featuring a mix of classic favourites and fresh new designs for fans looking to show their support.

From game days to everyday wear, it’s a chance to rep one of the city’s most iconic teams and be part of a long-standing lacrosse tradition in New Westminster.

🛒 But don’t wait — the store is only open until April 20.
All items are made to order, and once the deadline passes, orders close.

Whether you’ve been cheering for years or just getting into the game, this is your chance to wear your Bellies pride.

⏰ Last call for this Tin Man mystery!

Today’s mystery closes soon

🎁 Your chance to win Win a $25 Gift Card from Green’s and Beans Deli ends soon.

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⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

🌧️ Why does rain always feel productive?📊

☔️ It really pours itself into its work. 💦 

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