Saturday, Oct. 15
Community Conversation, with the New West Hospice Society. Join MP Peter Julian, MLA Judy Darcy and Mayor Jonathan Cote in a discussion on making New Westminster the next Compassionate City, where death is no longer hidden or whispered about, where people know what to say and do, and where residents can die with dignity and family members and friends can grieve. Forum takes place from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Century House, 620 Eighth St. Info: [email protected].
St. Aidan’s Presbyterian Church is holding two magic shows with John Kaplan, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., 1320 Seventh Ave. Concession available before and after the shows. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, or $40 for a family with two adults and children (maximum of six family members). Tickets are available at 604-524-9056.
Monday, Oct. 17
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. Today’s speaker: Dr. Christopher Morrant.
Thursday, Oct. 20
Pop Up Community Kitchen at Newcomers Centre for Children and Families. For info, contact Minoo at 778-885-5165 or [email protected].
Old Interurban Forest Preservation Society evening open house, community room of Cariboo Heights Housing Co-op, 57-7251 Cariboo Dr., Burnaby. Doors open at 6 p.m. and formal part of evening begins at 7 p.m., with an update on activities over the past year and AGM. Info about the group and its activities is available on the Old Interurban Forest Preservation page on Facebook.
Friday, Oct. 21
Pop Up Community Kitchen at Lookout Society. For info, contact Minoo at 778-885-5165 or [email protected].
Saturday, Oct. 22
Help girls in Kenya, East Africa remain in school, at New West Rotaract Club’s beer and burger fundraiser, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St. Tickets are $20 at the door and you get your choice of a beverage and a beef, chicken or veggie burger. Try a toonie toss for a prize. Info: Shelagh at 604-415-9397 or [email protected].
Friday, Oct. 28
Ukrainian Perogy Supper, 5 to 8 p.m., Holy Eucharist Church hall, Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street. Perogy sales form 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 604-526-0988 or 604-522-7711.
Pop Up Community Kitchen for seniors, New West Salvation Army. For info, contact Minoo at 778-885-5165 or [email protected].
Monday, Oct. 31
Are you a man who is 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 or 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.
Tuesday, Nov. 1
Royal Columbian Hospital Auxiliary general meeting, 1 p.m., Neil Russell room of Royal Columbian Hospital,330 East Columbia St., third floor, Columbia tower. Visitors welcome. Info: Marlene at 604-521-0551.
Saturday, Nov. 5
Knox Presbyterian Church Christmas tea and bazaar, noon to 2:30 p.m., 403 East Columbia St.
Tuesday, Nov. 8
Finding home in an evolving city, a free workshop at Century House, 620 Eighth St., 7 to 9 p.m. In an accelerated state of urban development, how do we hold onto our memories in order to create a sense of home and place in the city. Seminar will explore ideas of home, drawn from many disciplines, and how and why it often conflicts with urban development policies. Call 604-519-1066 for more information.
Monday, Nov. 14
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. Today’s speaker: Craig Longstaff of the Honour House Society.
Tuesday, Nov. 15
Finding home in an evolving city, a free workshop at Century House, 620 Eighth St., 7 to 9 p.m. In an accelerated state of urban development, how do we hold onto our memories in order to create a sense of home and place in the city. Seminar will explore ideas of home, drawn from many disciplines, and how and why it often conflicts with urban development policies. Call 604-519-1066 for more information.
Saturday, Nov. 19
Crossroads Hospice Treasures of Christmas fundraising gala, Hard Rock Casino, 2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets $125. Details at www.treasuresofchristmas.ca.
Wednesday, Nov. 23
We are Family, Hear Us Roar. Create the design of family life you have always desired, a two-part series to create a new blueprint to guide your family life and identity, Nov. 23 and 30, 6 to 8 p.m., Qayqayt Elementary, 85 Merivale St. Part of the Family Nights at the Early Learning Centre workshop series. Space is limited. Register at 604-638-3390 ext. 3166 or [email protected].
