Volunteer Applications Open + Replica Firearm Report

Issue #613

Author

Carla McNeil
May 31, 2026

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 32.8 1922 - Record low 2.8 1875

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Sunday May 31, 2026

🔍️ Investigation: Migration at FRDC – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

🏘️ 2026 New Westminster Heritage Homes Tour – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM A new addition to the tour there is a complimentary tea at the Arundel Mansion Hotel with the owner Myrna Ball 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM

🧶 Tunisian Crochet – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

🚢 Samson V Museum – 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

🎨 Cindy's Art & Karaoke Cafe – 1:00 PM to 3:30 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 June 01, 2026

🛝 Outdoor Family Playtime Drop in at Moody Park – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

🧘 Peace, Be Still Monday Meditation – 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

🍽️ Seniors Week Lunch (50+ years) at Century House – 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

🧩 Steel & Oak Puzzle Mondays – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🎨 Downtown’s Living Room at Anvil Centre – 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

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

Tuesday June 02, 2026

🗣️ English Conversation Circles at the Welcome Centre – 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Partners in Aging Resource Fair (All ages welcome!) – 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM

📖 Mystery Book Talk at Douglas College Library – 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM

🤝 Client Engagement Event with Metro Vancouver – 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

🎤 Ukulele Level 1 at Mechanics of Music Studio – 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

🚴 Tuesday Night Rides – 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🍺 Steel & Oak Beer and Board Games – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎲 Howe Sound Hot B*tch Rock & Roll Bingo – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎭️ Notorious Grey Fox Trivia Tuesdays – 7:00 PM

Want the ultimate summer side quest? Downtown New Westminster is officially recruiting volunteers for the return of Fridays on Front 2026 — and organizers promise a summer filled with street festival energy, food trucks, music, and unforgettable community vibes.

Hosted by Downtown New Westminster, Fridays on Front, and Tourism New Westminster, the popular waterfront festival series is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support this year’s events taking place throughout July and August.

Volunteers will assist with festival operations while gaining hands-on experience in event planning, marketing, and community engagement. Perks include complimentary food truck snacks, networking opportunities with local businesses, volunteer references, and an honorarium after each event.

Organizers say the program is perfect for students, creatives, and anyone looking to build experience while becoming part of one of New Westminster’s most exciting summer festival teams.

Festival dates include July 10, 17, 24 and August 7, 14, and 21, with volunteer shifts running from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.

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SkyTrain service was temporarily disrupted Tuesday evening after police responded to reports of a man appearing to carry a handgun near New Westminster SkyTrain Station.

According to the New Westminster Police Department, officers were called to the parking garage beneath the station near Carnarvon Street at approximately 8 p.m.

Police say the individual was taken into custody and was later found to be carrying a replica firearm in a holster along with ammunition magazines. The man was transported to hospital for treatment before later being released.

As officers responded to the situation, SkyTrain service in the area was briefly halted as a safety precaution.

No injuries were reported, and police have not released additional details about possible charges or the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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