Spring Tree Sale + Volunteer with the City

Issue #527

Author

Carla McNeil
March 06, 2026

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March 06, 2026

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

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

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

🗣️English Conversation Circles – Friday Sessions – 1:00 PM to 3:30 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

🎲 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

March 07, 2026

📝 Infill Housing Program: Pop-Up Info Session– 9:30 AM to 12:30 AM

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

🗣️ English Conversation Circles – Saturday Sessions – 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

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

🎨 Craft Workshop: Polymer Clay for Beginner – 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

📚️ TK Torme & Cndice James Double Book Launch – 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

🎶 Igniting Intuition Sound Journey with Harp – 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

🏆️ 2026 Annual Awards Banquet – Doors open at 5 PM

🎸 Jeremy Braacx | House Show – 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM

🎶 Ladysmith Black Mambazo – 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

🎙️ Karaoke Saturdays at Kelly & Carlos O’Bryan’s – 9:00 PM to 12:30 AM

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

🕹️ Fighting Game Night – Phantom Alley

March 08, 2026

🧶 Knitting & Crocheting Circle – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

📝 Infill Housing Program: Pop-Up Info Session – 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🎭️ Vagabond Presents Moon Over Buffalo – 2:00 PM

🙋 Queen’s Park Residents Association AGM – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

🎨 A Creative Vision Board Experience – 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

🎉 Condom Packing Party in New West with HIM – 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🎙️ Georgie's Local Sunday Night Open Mic! – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Looking to add a little more green to your yard this spring? The City of New Westminster’s Spring Tree Sale returns on Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m.

Held twice a year, the popular program gives New Westminster residents the opportunity to purchase up to two trees per household at a reduced cost, helping grow the city’s urban forest while beautifying local neighbourhoods.

Trees are sold online only, and demand is typically high, so residents are encouraged to visit the website early to secure their selections.

The initiative supports the City’s efforts to expand tree canopy coverage, improve air quality, and create greener, healthier communities.

Event Details

Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Organizer: City of New Westminster – Parks Services
Location: Online sale

The City of New Westminster is inviting residents to help support local programs and initiatives by joining one of its Grant Advisory Committees.

Community grants play an important role in helping local organizations bring programs, cultural initiatives, and community-building events to life. These grants contribute to a more vibrant, inclusive city by enhancing livability and supporting social equity.

Volunteer committee members help review grant applications and provide recommendations that guide funding decisions. The City is currently recruiting members for two committees:

  • Community Livability and Social Equity

  • Social and Cultural Vibrancy

Residents who are passionate about strengthening their community and supporting meaningful local projects are encouraged to apply.

Applications close Sunday, March 22, 2026.

🤖 This week’s Tin Man stops:

🥩 Full Basket Butcher

💅 April Nails and Spa

💇‍♀️ Tiffany’s Grooming Salon

💐 Chris's Flowers

🍜 North Noodle House

🧺 Setit Coin Laundry

🥋 Red Tiger Martial Arts

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Monica Ha

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