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Saturday April 11, 2026
🗣 Spanish Conversation Drop-in – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
🛍 Thrift Sale at Unifor Hall – 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
🗣 English Conversation Circles – Saturday Sessions – 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
🖼 The Art of Belonging – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
🖊 A Celebration of National Poetry Month – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
📜 A Celebration of National Poetry Month – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
🚲 Youth Cycle Express: $2 Drop-in for Youth Ages 13 - 18 – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
📕 Silent Reading Club – 4:00 PM t 6:00 PM
🍺 RFCDC Presents - Pub Night 2026 – 5:30 PM to Late
🎭 Just the 2 of Us: Joelle & Buwa – 7:30 PM
🎶 Saturday Night Live Music at The Terminal Pub – 9:00 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
Sunday April 12, 2026
🛍 Thrift Sale at Unifor Hall – 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
🧶 Knitting & Crocheting Circle – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📿 World of Art April Beading Workshop – 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM
🎸 Guitar Level 1 Crash Course (5 Weeks) – 2:00 PM
🎙 Zoom Connections: Artist Talk – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
🎉 Condom Packing Party in New West with HIM – 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
🎶 Spring Classic Masterpieces Fundraising Concert – 5:00 PM
🎙 Georgie's Local Sunday Night Open Mic! – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
🎲 Sunday Funday Bingo at RCCC - – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Monday April 13, 2026
📱 Seniors Embracing Technology – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
🧸 Sensory Storytime (2-6 years) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
🧘 Peace, Be Still Monday Meditation – 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
👪 Family Place Storytime & Play Lab – 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
🧩 Steel & Oak Puzzle Mondays – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
🎨 Screen Printing at Arrieta Art Studio – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
🎥 Downtown's Living Room: Movie Night Edition – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
🎹 Group Piano Adults at Mechanics of Music Studio – 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
🎙 Begbie's Open Mic – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Take Your Game Further
For young athletes in New Westminster looking to take their game to the next level, this summer brings a powerful opportunity to train, grow, and build confidence on the field.
RCHFC Hyacks Youth Football, in partnership with RAW Sports Training, is hosting a Summer Football Camp designed to help players sharpen their skills and push their limits in a supportive, high-energy environment.
The camp focuses on key areas of development, including:
Speed and agility
Position-specific skills
Strength and conditioning
Game awareness and confidence
Open to athletes at different stages of their football journey, the program is built to challenge participants while keeping the experience fun, motivating, and team-driven.
Led by experienced coaches and guest trainers, the camp offers a space where young players can learn, improve, and connect with others who share the same passion for the game.
With limited spots available, early registration is encouraged.
Photo courtesy of NWPD
IA quick response from both the public and police helped bring a situation under control in New Westminster earlier this week.
On April 6 around 1:20 p.m., New Westminster Police responded to two 9-1-1 calls reporting a man assaulting a woman near Nanaimo Street and 18th Street.
Officers arrived quickly, located both individuals, and arrested the suspect without incident. The woman received immediate assistance at the scene, while officers began speaking with witnesses.
Police say the fast actions of those who called 9-1-1 played a key role in the outcome, allowing officers to locate the suspect while he was still nearby.
Beyond the immediate response, support continues after the incident. The NWPD Victim Assistance Unit is available 24/7, offering trauma-informed care and connecting individuals with the resources they need.
The incident is a reminder of the importance of looking out for one another — and that help is available for those who need it.
🔔 Weekend challenge time
The Tin Man is hiding somewhere new, and the prize is still up for grabs. 👀
🎁 This week’s prize (Apr 09 - Apr 15):
$25 Gift Card from Green’s and Beans Deli.
⛈ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧
🌧 Why did my umbrella file a complaint? ☔⏰
📦 Excessive workload.📚
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