Merch Design Contest + Spring Break at the Cove

Issue #493

Author

Carla McNeil
January 31, 2026

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 🗞️ New West Local News - Merch Design Contest + Spring Break at the Cove

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January 31, 2026

🗣️ Spanish Conversation Drop-in – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

📿 Beading Workshop at Fraser River Discovery Centre – 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

💗 Aligned in Health + Wellness – 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

🧘 Mindful Health Event – 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM

☕️ Women Rising: A Circle of Connection & Support – 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🙏 Light Has Come - An Evening of Worship – 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

🎭️ Ventastic: Reimagining the Art of Ventriloquism – 2:00 PM to 7:30 PM

📖 Ukrainian Storytime (All Ages) – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

🎸 Live Band Swing Dance with Westside Swing – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM

💃 New West's Only 2SLGBTQIA+ Disco Dance Party – 8:00 PM to 10:45 PM

🕺 Saturday Dance Party at Georgie's – 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM

🕹️ Fighting Game Night – Phantom Alley

February 01, 2026

📚️ Silent Reading Club – 10:00 AM

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🎙️ Georgie's Local Sunday Night Open Mic! – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎸 International Guitar Night – 7:30 PM

February 02, 2026

🧘 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

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

Have you ever wandered through the New West Farmers Market and thought, this place has a vibe? The colours, the food, the people, the energy — now imagine turning that feeling into something you can wear.

The New West Farmers Market is inviting artists, designers, doodlers, and creative minds of all kinds to take part in a Merch Design Contest, and your artwork could become the next piece of official market merch.

Inspired by market mornings, local food, and community connection, participants are encouraged to submit original designs using the market’s brand colours. One standout creation will be transformed into real, wearable merch — and the winning artist will also take home $50 in Market Money to spend at the market.

Whether you’re a seasoned designer or someone who just loves to create, this is a chance to leave your mark on a space that brings the community together week after week.

Curious? Inspired? Ready to design something that celebrates local love?

📧 Submit your design to [email protected] by February 14, 2026 and let your creativity shine.

This Spring Break, The Cove Indoor Play teams up with Vini Vici Learning to offer an engaging Learn & Play Day Camp designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and connection. Perfect for families looking for a full-day program that balances fun with meaningful learning, these camps invite children to explore, move, and grow in a supportive indoor environment.

Camps run 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM during Week 1 (March 16–20) and Week 2 (March 23–27), welcoming children ages 5 to 10. Through play-based activities inspired by Vini Vici Learning’s values, campers will explore themes of culture, diversity, gratitude, and adventure, while building friendships and confidence along the way.

Leadership opportunities are also built in. Junior Leaders (ages 11–13) may join at no cost, gaining valuable experience while supporting younger campers. High school students (ages 13–17) can apply as volunteers to earn hours and develop leadership skills.

Spots are limited, and early registration is encouraged. Adventure truly awaits this Spring Break — at The Cove.

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

⛈️ Why are raindrops so good at basketball? 🏀 

Because they always make a splash! 💦 

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