Thursday, May 19
Finding your niche: marketing and branding with entrepreneur Danison Buan, a professional development workshop in the Artovations series, helping artists and creatives to integrate business, marketing and sales knowledge into their art practice, The workshop, put on by the Arts Council of New Westminster in partnership with 100 Braid Street Studios and the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce, takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 100 Braid Street Studios and Gallery. Tickets are $25. Pre-register at www.100braidststudios.com/classes.
Wednesday, May 25
Fraser River Middle School transportation information session, 7 p.m., Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary School, 1714 Eighth Ave. Parents will learn about the fees, payment structure and bus routes for Connaught Heights, Lord Tweedsmuir and Lord Kelvin elementary school students attending the new middle school in September.
ArtsToGo workshop at Lord Kelvin Elementary gym, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1010 Hamilton St. The Arts Council of New Westminster, in partnership with Vancity and the New Westminster School District 40’s community school, are presenting a free, hands-on photography workshop with artist Ryder White. Info: artscouncilnewwest.org/artstogo or email info@artscouncilnewwest.org.
Thursday, May 26
Glenbrooke North Residents’ Association meeting, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.), Plaskett Room, upstairs at New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Erica Mashig, the city’s parks and open space planner, will discuss the city’s new tree protection and regulation bylaw that aims to preserve trees on public and private property and to help grow the city’s urban forest. Also includes question and answer session, reports from traffic advisory, community policing, social and community issues, and parks and recreation committees and treasurer’s report. Info: Marya McLellan – 604-525-3975.
Friday, May 27
Ukrainian Perogy Supper, Holy Eucharist Church hall, 5 to 8 p.m., 501 Fourth Ave. (corner of Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street). Perogy sales from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: 604-526-0988 or 604-7711.
Friday, May 27 to Sunday, May 30
New Westminster Baseball Association’s 52nd annual Hyack baseball tournament, Justine Morneau Field, Moody Park. Concession will be open.
Saturday, May 28
Westminster SDA Church presents an evening of music with choirs from the Lower Mainland area, a fundraising concert in partnership with ADRA Canada for the people of Fort McMurray and Ecuador, 7 p.m., Westminster SDA Church, 7925 10th Ave. Burnaby, with entrance on 11th Avenue off of Sixth Street. Concert is for people of all ages and denominations. Seating is limited and available on a first-come first-served basis.
Monday, May 30
Are you gay, bisexual or just not sure? Need a safe place to talk? HOMINUM Fraser Valley is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bisexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Meets today at 7:30 p.m. For information and meeting location, call Art at 604-462-9813 or Don at 604-329-9760.
Wednesday, June 1
60th reunion for first grad class from Lester Pearson High School, 12:30 p.m., Queen’s Park covered picnic shelter (across from Centennial Lodge.) a barbecue lunch is available for $15. Questions? Call Lynne at 604-526-8033.
Saturday, June 4
Aunt Leah’s Place, second annual block party and Youth In Care week celebration, noon to 4 p.m., corner of 20th Street and Edinburgh Street. Relax and enjoy fee food, refreshments, games and music with your family and community. Aunt Leah’s Urban Thrift will be onsite selling clothes and small furniture.
Monday, June 13
New Westminster Puffers Club meets at 12:30 to 2 p.m., New Westminster Public Library auditorium, 716 Sixth Ave. Anyone with or having friends with COPD, sleep apnea, asthma or any other breathing problems are welcome to attend. No speaker today, as it’s the wind-up luncheon for summer holidays. The group’s next meeting will be in September.
Saturday, June 11
The Bucket List Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St. Plan for your future; Achieve peace of mind. Uplifting day with medical professionals, financial advisors, lawyers and other reputable speakers providing support and wellness through education. Presentations will included topics like advanced care plans, decluttering and downsizing, wills and estates and living our bucket list. For info call 604-945-0606 or go to www.crossroadhospice.org.
Wednesday, June 22
Senor peer counselling info session, 1 to 3 p.m., Century House, 620 Eighth St. Weekly training or a period of 50 hours will be provided to successful candidates. Register by calling 604-519-1064 and leave a message or email info@chspca.ca
Sunday, June 26
Newcomers’ Choir’s Music in the Community event, 5 to 7 p.m., Holy Trinity Cathedral, 514 Carnarvon St. Free. The Newcomers Choir is a non-profit choir geared to helping newcomers improve their language skills through singing and helping those who are new to music. Anyone interested in applying can email miuscinfo@gmail.com.
