Parkinson SuperWalk + Nutrition Made Easy

Issue #332

Author

Carla McNeil
August 23, 2025

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August 23, 2025

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

🏞️ Explore Queen's Park: Guided Nature Walk (All Ages) – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

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

🛍️ New West Craft – 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

🛍️ Hyack Square Market Days – 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

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

🎶 Uptown Live Summer Series – 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🎨 The Embodied Art Workshop – 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

🎆 Summer Music Fireworks Festival – 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM

🎨 D & D Miniature Painting Workshop – 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Century House

🎲 Drop-In D&D Nights @ New West Youth Centre – 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM

🎶 Live Music Saturday's with Rocky Riobo – 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

🎷 Jazz Cats Social - MacRae & Co! – 6:30 PM at Century House

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

🎉 BC Lions Party – Kelly O’Bryan’s

🎆 Fireworks Night – Itilia Kitchen

🕹️ Fighting Game Night – Phantom Alley

August 24, 2025

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

🍡 Happy Summer Holidays BBQ – 11:30 AM

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

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

⛸️ Public Skate – 1:15 PM to 2:45 PM

📜 Origami with Yuki Anthony (3-6 years) – 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

📜 Origami with Yuki Anthony (Ages 7-12) – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

🧘 Meditation Class at NWPL – 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM

🤝 Singles Meetup by Let's Socialise – 4:00 PM at Chaiiwala Of London

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

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

🧑‍🍳 Jollof Cook Off – Dehls Gourmet

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

August 25, 2025

🧘 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

♻️ Recycling Information Session – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

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

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

Mark your calendars, neighbors! On Saturday, September 6, 2025, Moody Park will be buzzing with energy as New Westminster hosts the 35th annual Parkinson SuperWalk. From 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., families, friends, and community members will gather for a day filled with hope, movement, and purpose.

This inspiring event is part of a province-wide effort happening in more than 20 locations, all raising funds for Parkinson Society British Columbia. Every step taken helps fuel life-changing programs, advocacy, and research, bringing us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease.

👟 Whether you walk, cheer, or simply come to connect, your presence makes a difference. Bring your walking shoes, your spirit, and your support for a cause that touches so many lives.

✨ Let’s walk together toward brighter tomorrows!

👉 Register today or learn more at www.parkinson.bc.ca/superwalk

Looking to stay strong, energized, and healthy? Century House is hosting a lively new series just for adults 50+: Nutrition Made Easy! From September 12 to October 3, every Friday from 3:00–4:00 p.m., join expert-led sessions designed to spark fresh ideas for active living, reducing inflammation, boosting immunity, and healthy eating.

💡 These interactive discussions aren’t about complicated diets—they’re about simple, everyday habits that keep you feeling your best. Whether you’re curious about meal planning, immune-supporting foods, or ways to stay active with ease, you’ll leave inspired and empowered.

📅 Can’t make this round? No worries! Additional sessions are offered October 17 – November 7 and November 14 – December 5.

✨ Take charge of your wellness journey and enjoy the benefits of a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle.

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🌧️ I’m not a weather expert..🌦️

..but I can tell when it’s time to make it rain! 🔮 

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