Wednesday, March 6
Travel show at the library, Gaudi's famous architecture in Barcelona is highlighted with the New Westminster Public Library takes an armchair tip to Spain. Eunice Hodge will show her slides at 2:30 p.m. The travel shows are co-sponsored by the library and the University Women's Club of New Westminster and are held in the library's auditorium at 716 Sixth Ave. The library is wheelchair accessible.
Thursday, March 7
It's income tax time, are you ready? Presentation at New Westminster Public Library will focus on how to use the income Tax guide, how newcomers fill out the Income Tax forms ad how to apply for benefits like GST, CCTB and UCCB. Penalties for filing late and much more will be discussed at the session, which is being held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 716 Sixth Ave. Session is co-sponsored by the library and MOSAIC's settlement program. For more information and to register call Roja at 604-522-3722 ext. 155 or email [email protected].
Friday, March 8
Employment workshop a series of workshops at New Westminster Public Library, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Today's topic: interview skills and self-marketing. Workshops are held at 716 Sixth Ave. and co-sponsored by the library and MOSAIC's settlement program. For more information and to register phone Faustin at MOSAIC at 604-438-8214 ext. 112 or email [email protected].
Saturday, March 9
Strings and Cream Tea, music by the string stunts of Kabok Music School, 72 p.m., Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Enjoy tasty scones, Devon cream, jam and tea in bone china tea cups and saucers. No tickets at the door; advance ticket sales only. Adults - $25, seniors and students - $20 and children - $15. Info and tickets: 604-522-1606.
How to set up a business, presentation will help newcomers learn about Canadian business practices and encourage them to start a business in B.C., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thierry Barbier, business advisor with the Economic Development Corporation of British Columbia, will present the program and include how to prepare a business plan. The presentation will be conducted in English with translation available in French, Chichewa, Nyanja, Lingala and Swahili. For more information and to register call SUCCESS at 6094-4300-1899 ext. 110. The workshop is co-sponsored by New Westminster Public Library and SUCCESS. The library is located at 716 Sixth Ave. and is wheelchair accessible.
Monday, March 11
New Westminster Puffers Society, monthly meeting, 12:30 to 2 p.m., New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Anyone with COPD or other breathing problems is welcome to attend.
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a 12-step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meets 7:30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
Tillicum Toastmasters, solid public speaking ability is a great skill to have. Check out the club and have fun. Guests are welcome, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Wednesday, March 13
Travel show at the library, Gaudi's famous architecture in Barcelona is highlighted with the New Westminster Public Library takes an armchair tip to Spain. Eunice Hodge will show her slides at 7:30 p.m. The travel shows are co-sponsored by the library and the University Women's Club of New Westminster and are held in the library's auditorium at 716 Sixth Ave. The library is wheelchair accessible.
Downsizing, a two-part series at the New Westminster Public Library will address questions about downsizing. Part 2: Save the Best, shed the rest, 7 p0m. Clutter coach Anna Camporese will talk about downsizing your belongings, and give you tools and tips that will help you decide what's best to keep and how to shed the rest. Programs are free and held in New Westminster Public Library auditorium, which is wheelchair accessible. As space is limited, pre-register in the library or at 604-527-4667.
Friday, March 15
Employment workshops a series of workshops at New Westminster Public Library, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Today's topic: job search strategies/networking. Workshops are held at 716 Sixth Ave. and co-sponsored by the library and MOSAIC's settlement program. For more information and to register phone Faustin at MOSAIC at 604-438-8214 ext. 112 or email [email protected].
Saturday, March 16
St. Barnabas Church community pancake breakfast, 8:30 to 11 a.m., 1010 Fifth Ave. By donation only. Sponsored by the New Westminster Lions.
Monday, March 18
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a 12-step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meets 7:30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
Tillicum Toastmasters, build your public speaking confidence with a great community club and have fun. Guests are welcome, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Wednesday, March 20
Glenbrook North Residents Association meeting, meet and greet from 6 to 6:45 p.m. and meeting at 6:45 p.m. Agenda: treasurer's report, membership drive, community policing, traffic, bus route changes, garage sale planning for June 15 and choosing a charity to support. Association is looking for a volunteer to maintain its website and volunteers to take photos of the neighbourhood for the website. Meeting is in the Spruce Room at Century House, 620 Eighth St. Info: Marya McLellan at 604-525-3975.
Friday, March 22
Employment workshop a series of workshops at New Westminster Public Library, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Today's topic: understanding labour market and employer expectations. Workshops are held at 716 Sixth Ave. and co-sponsored by the library and MOSAIC's settlement program. For more information and to register phone Faustin at MOSAIC at 604-438-8214 ext. 112 or email [email protected].
Saturday, March 23
Easter bake sale, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Holy Eucharist Cathedral, 501 Fourth Ave. New Westminster's Ukrainian community hosting sale that features paskas, babkas, perogies, cabbage rolls, piece and more. Info: 604-526-0988.
Monday, March 25
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a 12-step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meets 7:30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
Tillicum Toastmasters, effective communication skills are one key to success and happiness. Be a guest at Tillicum Toastmasters and see how thinking on your feet and developing public speaking skills can help you improve those essential communication skills to become better public speaker and leaders. . Guests are welcome, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Saturday, April 6
The Westminster Church Choir and friends, present I Will Rise, a musical, which offers some of today's most popular worship songs blended with many of the church's most beloved hymns, 7:15 p.m., Westminster SDA Church, 7925 10th Ave. Burnaby (enter from 11th Avenue off Sixth Street - just across the New Westminster border). Concert is designed for people of all ages and denominations. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Freewill offering will be taken. Info: 604-524-6969.
