Network & Mingle + Local Job Fair

Issue #328

Author

Carla McNeil
August 19, 2025

Inside the New West Spotlight

 🌥️ Weather - Cloudy with sunny breaks

 😜 Rain Joke - Why was the rain always calm? 🧘 

 💝 You’re So Sweet - Thank you, Dionne W.!

 🗓️ New West Events - Endless choices for your next outing in New West!

 🗞️ New West Local News - Network & Mingle + Local Job Fair

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Thank you, Dionne - you are so sweet!

Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 26.9 2022 - Record low 9.7 2023

Check out all of our local New Westminster Events

August 19, 2025

🔍️ Unique Survival Scavenger Hunt - New West – 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

📖 Storytime and Craft (2-6 years) – 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🗞️ Save Our Local News: Meet the Founders – 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

🍺 🎲 Beer and Board Games – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🍔 🍺 NWP Summer Burger and Beer at Kelly O'Bryan's – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

❓️ Trivia Tuesdays at Howe Sound New West – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

August 20, 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

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

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

🎨 Queensborough Crafternoon (5-12 years) – 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

⚽️ Soccer Pop-up at Moody Park – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Building Free Play (All ages) – 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

🏓 Drop-in Pickleball at RCCC – 7:00 PM

🏃 Run Club  – 7:00 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

🧘 Sound Bath Meditation at Centennial Lodge – 8:00 PM to 9:20 PM

August 21, 2025

🔍️ Unique Survival Scavenger Hunt - New West – 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

👶 Babytime (0-23 months) at NWPL – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🍼 Baby Social (0-23 months) – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

🎥 Midday Movie: Late Bloomers at NWPL – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🌱 Sprout Club at Tipperary Park – 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🍅 Farmers Market – 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🎨 Paint n' Sip Workshop – 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

📚️ Drop-in Wildfires Bookshop – 5:45 PM

🚲️ Bike New West Meet at New West Youth Centre – 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

🎙️ Karaoke Night at Georgie's – 7:00 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

Meet, Mingle, and Make Deals Happen

New Westminster friends, mark your calendars! 📅 On Thursday, August 28, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Umbrella Law Corporation is rolling out the red carpet for an unforgettable evening of wine, charcuterie, and powerful connections. 🍷🧀

This isn’t just another networking mixer—it’s Network & Mingle, a curated night designed for professionals in real estate, finance, and insurance who want to level up their connections while meeting the sharp legal minds at Umbrella Law.

Here’s the vibe: arrive to a warm welcome and a glass in hand, enjoy a short presentation where you’ll “meet the lawyers,” then dive straight into meaningful networking conversations over delicious bites. Think of it as a night where business meets friendship—and opportunities are born. 💼🤝

Who’s it for? Realtors, financial planners, insurance advisors, accountants, and bookkeepers—anyone who thrives on building lasting partnerships and wants to learn how strong legal support can safeguard their business.

What’s included?
✔ Strategic networking opportunities
✔ Wine & charcuterie boards 🍇
✔ Industry-focused legal insights
✔ Special gifts & surprises 🎁

With free venue parking and a welcoming atmosphere, there’s every reason to show up and shine. Spaces are limited, so if you’ve been looking for that perfect mix of business and pleasure, this is your chance. Don’t miss out—this could be where your next big deal begins! 🚀

👥 Connect, Network, and Get Hired

Ready to explore new opportunities? 🌟 On Thursday, September 4, from 12–3 p.m., the New Westminster Public Library will host the September Job Fair, presented by WorkBC New Westminster.

This free community event brings local employers from a range of industries, all looking to meet talented candidates in person. Whether you’re seeking full-time, part-time, or seasonal work, this is your chance to connect directly with hiring managers and learn about openings before they’re posted.

👥 Why Attend?

  • Meet recruiters face-to-face — no online queues.

  • Ask questions and network with industry professionals.

  • Access job leads and community resources.

Come prepared: bring multiple copies of your résumé, dress to impress, and have a short introduction ready. With dozens of potential connections in one afternoon, the right conversation could lead to your next big step.

📅 Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025
🕛 Time: 12–3 p.m.
📍 Location: New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue
💲 Cost: Free

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

🌧️ Why was the rain always calm? 🧘

Because it knew how to “let it flow!” 💧 

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