New School Zone Hours + Brazilian Heat Fest

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August 31, 2025

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Spectrum Strong Parents – 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM at The Cove Indoor Play

😎 Summer Discovery Days: The River’s in Our Hands – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

🛝 Leader in the Park – 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM at Westminster Pier Park

🍽️ Ra’s 4th Drag-versary Brunch – 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM at El Santo

💑 City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - New West Area – 1:00 PM

😎 Summer Sundays @ the Irving House – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🎙️ Cindy's Art and Karaoke Cafe – 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Hustle Detox Series: 3-hour Family Flow Experience – 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

⛸️ Public Skate – 1:15 PM to 2:45 PM

💃 The Dimes Concert – 2:00 PM at Bernie Legge Theatre

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🧵 Arrieta Art Studio: Solidarity Quilt – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🎙️ Georgie's Local Sunday Night Open Mic! – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

September 01, 2025

😎 Summer Discovery Days: The River’s in Our Hands – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

🧘 Peace, Be Still Monday Meditation – 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

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

🧩 Puzzle Mondays at Steel and Oak – Starts at 5:00 PM

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

September 02, 2025

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

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

🙋 Brow of the Hill Residents' Association Meeting – 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

📷️ Chasing Light Together: A New Season Begins – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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

🎭️ Trivia Tuesdays at Notorious Grey Fox – 7:00 PM

🎸 Georgie's Local Tuesday Night Jam Session – 7:00 PM

🛑 Extended Hours for 30 km/h School Zones Begin in New Westminster 🚘️ 

If you’re driving through New Westminster this fall, take note: school zone hours have been extended to better protect kids, families, and the many people who use our schools well beyond the final bell.

As of the 2025–26 school year, the speed limit in school zones is 30 km/h from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on school days. This is a big shift from the old 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. hours, and it means drivers need to stay alert during early morning drop-offs, after-school programs, evening sports, and even playground time.

New Westminster made the change after reviewing safety concerns and looking at what other cities are doing. Since our city shares its longest border with Burnaby—where the same hours are already in place—this update keeps things consistent and easier for drivers while putting safety first. Council approved the change in May 2025, and new signage was installed over the summer, ready for back-to-school.

The City is also investing in traffic calming near schools, adding features like speed humps, reflective signs, curb extensions, and improved pick-up and drop-off areas. Together, these updates reflect New Westminster’s commitment to safer, family-friendly neighbourhoods.

👉 Have questions? Visit newwestcity.ca/schoolzone

🍛 Brazilian Heat Fest Brings Music, Food, and Dance to New Westminster ☀️

Get ready, New Westminster — the Brazilian Heat Fest is turning up the energy on Saturday, September 13, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 319 Governors Court!

This all-day, all-ages, totally free event is your chance to soak in the vibrant spirit of Brazil without leaving the city. Expect the irresistible beats of live Brazilian music, mouthwatering traditional dishes, and the kind of dance-friendly atmosphere that will have the whole family moving.

Think carnival vibes, samba rhythms, and the bold flavors of Brazilian street food — all in one lively celebration of Brazil Day. Whether you’re Brazilian or just Brazilian-at-heart, this festival is about community, culture, and joy.

Admission is free, but spots are limited — so be sure to grab your ticket before the party starts.

✨ Don’t miss the hottest festival of the season. Reserve your free ticket here!

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

🌧️ Rain is just confetti from the sky 🎊 

🎉 ..celebrating the good times! 🍾 

Meme of the Day

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