Where Might BugsBE+ A Tribute to Mom

Issue #228

Author

Carla McNeil
May 11, 2025

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 😜 Rain Joke - I’m just trying to make it rain puns.. 😂 

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 22.5 2020 - Record low 6.1 2021

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May 11, 2025

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

💐 Create, Relax and Celebrate Mom – 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

🍩 B2B + Donuts – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

⛸️ Public Skate – 1:15 PM to 2:45 PM

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

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

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🎶 Dream On A Musical Journey – 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

🎶 Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical – 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM

🎭️ Vagabond Players Presents The Revolutionists – 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

📿 Beading Workshops – World of Art

🍽️ Mother’s Day Lunch – at Itilia Kitchen & Bar

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

May 12, 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

🧩 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

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

May 13, 2025

📝 MOSAIC's 13th Annual Job Fair – Early Entrance at 9:30 AM

🗣️ 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

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

📚️ BYO Book Club – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

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

❓️ Trivia Tuesdays at Howe Sound New West – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Spot Him. Snap a Pic. Score Sweet Market Money!

Something buzz-tastically wild is happening at the New West Farmers Market—and it’s got shoppers on a mission! The market’s beloved (and slightly mischievous) mascot, Bugsbee, has taken flight on a grand adventure, leaving behind only a cheeky note that reads: “Gone exploring. Try and catch me… if you can!”

Now, each week, Bugsbee will be hiding in a brand-new secret spot somewhere around the market. He could be tucked between crates of juicy berries, chilling near a jam stand, or even photobombing a flower display. Your job? Track him down and snap a photo!

Here’s how to play:
📸 Find Bugsbee hiding in the market
🐝 Snap a pic with him
📲 Tag @newwestfarmers on social media
🎉 Be entered into a monthly draw to win $10 in Market Money!

Not only will you earn some serious bee-hunting bragging rights, but you’ll also support your favorite local vendors and enjoy the thrill of a new challenge every week.

This isn’t just for the little ones—it’s a buzz-worthy adventure for all ages. Families, friends, couples, and solo shoppers: get in on the fun and keep your eyes peeled. Bugsbee could be just around the corner... watching… waiting… wagging his tiny antennae.

💡 Hot Tip: The more often you visit, the better your chances of finding Bugsbee—and the bigger your chances of winning!

So grab your market bag, charge your phone, and let the great Bugsbee hunt begin. It’s fun, it’s free, and it’s one sweet way to make your market visits even more memorable.

Let the buzz begin. Happy hunting! 🐝💛

 💐 A Mother’s Love: A Tribute to All the Incredible Moms Around the World

She’s your first friend, your fiercest supporter, and the one who somehow always knows where your missing keys are. This Mother's Day, let’s do more than send a quick text or buy flowers from the corner store. Let’s make her feel like the queen she truly is.

Whether it's your mom, grandma, stepmom, or a woman who’s filled that space with unwavering love—this is her day. Let’s wrap her in gratitude, remind her of the lives she’s shaped, and give back even a fraction of the care she’s poured into us. Because no one gives like she does, and no one deserves more.

To the moms who never stop giving
From sleepless nights to endless days, you give without expecting anything in return. You pour love into every lunch packed, every wound kissed, and every word of encouragement whispered when no one else sees. Your sacrifices are countless, and your love is immeasurable.

To the working moms, stay-at-home moms, and everything-in-between moms
You juggle responsibilities with grace—managing meetings, meals, messes, and memories. You prove daily that strength and softness can exist in the same heart, and you inspire us with your resilience.

To the grandmothers, stepmothers, and mother figures
Your wisdom, kindness, and patience leave lasting legacies. You remind us that motherhood isn’t just about biology—it’s about love, care, and presence. Your impact echoes through generations.

To the moms who are no longer with us
Your memory lives on in the love you gave and the lessons you taught. Today, we honor your life, your light, and the everlasting imprint you’ve left on our hearts.

Bonus Tip: Support Local, Celebrate Local
Need a gift or a treat for Mom? New Westminster is bursting with amazing local shops, spas, and cafes perfect for Mother’s Day surprises. Pick up something unique at the River Market, book brunch at a charming local spot, or grab flowers from a neighborhood florist. Supporting local while celebrating Mom? Win-win!

Every Mom Deserves to Feel Like the Most Important Person in the World—Because She Is
This Mother’s Day, go beyond the usual. Make her feel seen. Make her feel loved. Make her feel as special as she’s made you feel every day of your life.

From all of us at New West Spotlight—Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible women who make our lives brighter, stronger, and more beautiful. 💐

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

😂 I’m just trying to make it rain puns..🌧️ 

..one drop at a time! 💧 

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