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October 09, 2025

🗣️ English Conversation Circles at the Welcome Centre – 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🌲 Fall Tree Sale – 10:00 AM Online Only

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

🍼 Baby Social (0-23 months) – 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

🔍️ 2nd Annual River Market Scavenger Hunt – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🍅 Farmers Market – 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🧙 Halloween Costume Swap at Farmers Market – 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

📝 SFU Writing Consults – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

📚️ Drop-in Wildfires Bookshop – 5:45 PM

📜 Writing a Will at NWPL – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🤝 TRAC: Rental Law at NWPL – 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

🪡 Sewing Beginner(50+ years) at təməsew̓txʷ – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

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

🎭️ New West Bingpot! Thursday Trivia - Howe Sound – 7:00 PM

🎨 Creativity Workshop – Watercolour Line and Wash – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎭️ Comedy Exposed at Flapper Lounger – 7:00 PM to 10:00 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

October 10, 2025

🧒 Toddler Time (12-36 months) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🔍️ 2nd Annual River Market Scavenger Hunt – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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

🍼 Baby Social (0-23 months) – 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM

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

📚️ French Reading Buddies (6-9 years) – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM

🎨 Brush Hour Paint Night - Ghostly Forest – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

🎉 Cariboo Hill Class of 1995 30th Reunion – 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM

🎲 Hitmix Bingo - Howe Sound – 7:00 PM

🎙️ New West Karaoke Night at Howe Sound – 7:00 PM

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

🎭️ Thalia Comedy Open Mic at Arrieta Art Studio – 7:30 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

October 11, 2025

🎨 One Day Barn Yard Brew Ha Ha Fun Bonspiel – 9:00 AM

🚶 HAW Community Walk – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

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

🔍️ 2nd Annual River Market Scavenger Hunt – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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

🏘️ 1488 Salter Open House – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

🚶 [WALKTober] New West Wander: Diwali Fest x BEST – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

🚲️ Youth Cycle Express: $2 Drop-in for Youth Ages 13 - 18 – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

🎶 Live Music with Angie Faith at Flapper Lounge – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🎙️ Elvis is in the Building at Frankie G’s – 7:30 PM

🏊️ Youth Swims at təməsew̓txʷ – 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

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

🕹️ Fighting Game Night – Phantom Alley

🎸 Take the Stage: Local Musicians Wanted for Final New West Market of the Season!

🎤✨ Calling all local singers, strummers, and songwriters! If you’ve got musical talent to share — whether you’re a seasoned open mic performer or just ready to take the stage for the first time — the New West Farmers Market wants you!

As the market wraps up another fantastic season, organizers are looking for local musicians to fill 30-minute to 1-hour performance slots during the final market of the year on Thursday, October 30. It’s the perfect chance to showcase your sound, connect with the community, and perform for a lively crowd of market-goers. 🎶🌽

So tune up your guitar, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready to shine — this could be your moment to become New West’s next big star! 🌟

👉 Sign up here to perform at the season’s final market!

🌟 Celebrate Diwali on Foot: Walktober’s Cultural Walk Lights Up the Fraser River 🚶 

Walktober is back and brighter than ever! This Saturday, October 11, join the New West Wander: Diwali Fest x BEST — a fun, free, and festive community walk celebrating light, culture, and connection. 🌈

Starting at Westminster Pier Park, participants will enjoy a refreshing 4 km stroll along the scenic BC Parkway, taking in peaceful river views before arriving at the Anvil Centre for a dazzling Diwali Fest 2025 celebration! 🎆

Experience the magic of Diwali — glowing diyas, colorful rangoli art, lively dance and music, and the joyful spirit of togetherness. ✨ Whether you’re walking for wellness, exploring new neighborhoods, or soaking up the festive vibes, this event welcomes all ages and abilities.

Powered by Living Streets and BEST, and supported by TransLink, this walk highlights sustainable living and community pride — all while having a great time outdoors. 🚶‍♀️💚

Don’t miss this radiant day of walking, culture, and celebration!
👉 Register now for free and join the walk!

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