Race Registration is Live + Explore the Fraser

Issue #492

Author

Carla McNeil
January 30, 2026

Inside the New West Spotlight

 🌧️ Weather - Rain Fall Yellow Warning

 😜 Rain Joke - Why did the thunder break up with the lightning? 💔⚡️

 🗓️ New West Events - More can’t-miss moments ahead.

 🗞️ New West Local News - Race Registration is Live + Explore the Fraser

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 13.8 2024 - Record low -5.9 2023

🤖 Tin Man Reveal

This week’s Tin Man stops:

💈Mindset Barber Shop
🏠️ Stonehouse Realty

Want to see who guessed it first?
👉 Check out the original posts on Instagram and Facebook

The Tin Man doesn’t stay still for long. The Tin Man’s next stop hits our social on Monday 👀

Remember everyone who submits a guess on the post is entered to win a prize.

Check out all of our local New Westminster Events

January 30, 2026

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

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

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

👪️ Family Place Storytime & Play Lab – 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

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

🫖 January Social Friday - Chai Naasta – 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🎮️ 2026 Vancouver Global Game Jam – 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

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

🎲 Howe Sound Hitmix Bingo – 7:00 PM

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

🎙️ Notorious Grey Fox Karaoke Friday Nights – 9:00 PM until Close

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

Steel & Oak Brewing Co. has officially opened registration for its 2026 race season, and two much-loved community events are making their return: the Queens Park Classic and the Disco Dash.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or someone who just loves a great post-race vibe, these races offer more than just kilometres on the clock. Expect updated courses, music along the route, and refreshing drinks at the finish line—all wrapped up in the community-first energy these events are known for.

The Queens Park Classic delivers a scenic, feel-good run through one of New Westminster’s most iconic parks. Learn more and register here 👉
Queens Park Classic – Register Now

Looking for something a little more playful? The Disco Dash cranks up the fun with high-energy vibes and a party-forward atmosphere that turns running into a celebration. Check it out and sign up 👉
Disco Dash – Register Now

Spots are limited, and these races tend to fill fast—so if you’re even a little curious, now’s the time to take a closer look.

This spring, the Fraser River Discovery Centre invites curious kids ages 6 to 11 to dive into adventure with two immersive, week-long Spring Break Camps inspired by the living, working Fraser River.

From hands-on science to creative play, campers will explore the river’s past, present, and future through games, experiments, and discovery-based activities—perfect for young explorers who love to learn by doing.

Rooted in the River (March 16–20)
Campers investigate how people and nature shape the Fraser River, exploring topics like pollution, climate change, and river science while uncovering how the river continues to evolve.

River Explorers (March 23–27)
Travel from Mt. Robson to the Salish Sea as campers discover the plants, animals, and communities that depend on the river, all through playful learning and interactive activities.

Camps run 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with small group sizes and safety measures in place.

📧 Learn more or register: [email protected] | 604.521.8401

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

⛈️ Why did the thunder break up with the lightning? 💔⚡️ 

It found the relationship too shocking! 😱 

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