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May 25, 2025

📿 Beading Workshops – World of Art

🧘‍♂️ Yoga for Tots – 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

🔍️ Investigation: Migration! – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

🏘️ 2025 New Westminster Heritage Homes Tour – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🚴 Earth Day Bike Parade 2025 (New Date) – 11:00 AM

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

🧺 Mandala Weaving Workshop – 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

🍩 B2B + Donuts – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

⛸️ Public Skate – 1:15 PM to 2:45 PM

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

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

ANNOUNCEMENT

On ticket presented at the Hyack Festival Yesterday

Entry #37 - Maggie Harker

Entry #57 - Janet Benson

May 26, 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

🕺 Groove and Move – 3:15 PM to 5:15 PM

📚️ Cantonese Storytime (all ages) – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

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

🎶 New West Community Choir – 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM

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

👻 Ghostly New West Tour – 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

May 27, 2025

🗣️ English Conversation Circles All Levels – 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

✏️ Sketch For Fun (50+ years) – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

📖 Storytime (3-5 years) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

💃 New West Moms Bellydance & Stretch – 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

📱 Bring Your Own Device Tech Cafe! – 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

📝 Work BC Employment Services Drop-In (Queensborough) – 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🍺 🎲 Beer and Board Games – 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

📝 New Westminster Tenants Union Monthly Public Meeting – 6:30 PM to 7:45 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

🎶 Vancouver Beatlemania! – 7:30 PM at Massey Theatre

👴👵 Seniors Week Brings Joy, Connection, and Celebration to New Westminster

New Westminster is rolling out the red carpet for our older adults during Seniors Week, running from June 1 to 7, with a full lineup of fun, thoughtful, and meaningful events. Hosted in partnership with Century House Association, this week-long celebration honours the incredible contributions seniors make every day — from their life experience and wisdom to their leadership, family roles, and community involvement.

Everyone is invited to participate in this city-wide recognition of seniors and their role in shaping a better, more connected society. Many activities are free, and some require advance registration.

📅 Registration Opens:

• May 1 at 10:00 a.m. for New Westminster residents

• May 2 for the general public
  👉 Register at: newwestcity.ca/seniors-week

📧 For more information, contact Hannah Glavin, Seniors Services Program Coordinator:
📨 [email protected] | 📞 604-519-1066

✨ Events at a Glance:

🐇 Community Connections - Rabbitats

Kick off your week with coffee, snacks, and cuddly rabbit guests! Rabbitats Rescue Society will be bringing adoptable rabbits for a social afternoon.
📍 Century House
🗓️ Monday, June 2 | 3:00 – 5:30 PM
💲 Free | Drop-in

🌊 Seniors Week Low Impact Aquafit & Lounge

Get active with music-filled aquafit classes, then relax in the lounge with coffee, tea, and treats.
📍 təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic & Community Centre
🗓️ Tuesday, June 3 | Lounge: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🏊 Aquafit Times:
• 9:15 – 10:00 AM
• 10:15 – 11:00 AM
💲 $2.00 (Aquafit only) | Lounge is Free | Registration required

🚶 Queensborough Neighbourhood Walk and Social

Take a scenic stroll through Queensborough and enjoy a social coffee time afterward.
📍 Meet at Queensborough Community Centre
🗓️ Wednesday, June 4 | 9:00 – 11:00 AM
💲 Free | Drop-in

🎸 Proper Geezer – Classic Rock Night

A fun-filled evening of classic rock and dancing! Light refreshments served.
📍 Century House
🗓️ Wednesday, June 4 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM
💲 Free for Century House members | $5.00 for non-members
🕒 Pre-registration required by May 30

🍽️ Meal Meet-Up – Seniors Week Celebration

A joyful dinner celebrating cultural diversity and community spirit.
📍 Century House
🗓️ Thursday, June 5 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
⚠️ Waitlist

🛡️ Safe City Town Hall

Join the conversation on seniors' public safety with speakers from police, fire, emergency management, and more.
📍 Century House
🗓️ Friday, June 6 | 6:00 – 8:30 PM
💲 Free | Registration required

🧓 Partners in Aging Resource Fair

Connect with local organizations that support healthy and independent aging. Explore services, programs, and opportunities to enhance daily living.
📍 Century House
🗓️ Saturday, June 7 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
💲 Free | Drop-in

🎉 Join the Celebration!

Let’s recognize the incredible value seniors bring to our lives and our city. Whether you're attending a walk, enjoying a meal, or learning something new, Seniors Week is a time to connect, celebrate, and honour New Westminster’s older adults.

🗓️ Register now and save your spot:
👉 newwestcity.ca/seniors-week

🧑‍🚒 Community Praises First Responders After Apartment Fire in Downtown New Westminster 🔥

New Westminster Police Department officer sprang into action Saturday afternoon after spotting a fire on the top floor of an apartment building along Columbia Street near Begbie. The staff sergeant, who happened to be driving nearby, quickly responded to the scene and helped guide an elderly resident to safety, demonstrating quick thinking and bravery.

In addition to assisting with the evacuation, police officers also supported emergency efforts by managing traffic, allowing New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services to respond effectively to the blaze.

BC Emergency Health Services arrived around 3 p.m. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and no one required treatment or hospital transport. The incident, though alarming, ended without casualties thanks to the coordinated efforts of first responders.

Online, residents reacted with a strong sense of community spirit. Many shared the news to ensure others were informed, expressing appreciation for the emergency personnel and their rapid response. While relieved the fire was put out quickly, commenters emphasized caution, noting that it was still too early for celebration without knowing the full extent of the situation. The shared concern and support reflected the heart of a closely connected community. 

Read the full story here

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

💧 What do you call a raindrop that tells jokes? 🤡

A pun-derful drop! 😆 💦 

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