Wednesday, January 16
Glenbrooke North Residents Association, annual general meeting, 7 p.m. in the Green Room at Dunwood Pace, 901 Colbourne St. Help needed to get the association started again. Elective for all executive positions (president, vice presideitn4, treasurer, secretary and members at large). People can assist with special projects like annual garage sale, represent group on city committees, and help maintain website. Agenda includes traffic concerns, community policing and Block Watch, and new construction/development issues. Info: Marya at 604-525-3975.
Thursday, January 17
How to download free library eBooks and eMagazines, workshop at New Westminster Public Library, 7 p.m. Learn how to borrow and download eBooks, eMagazines and eAudiobooks to a computer, eReader or mobile device. Space is limited so pre-register at 604-527-4667. The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 Sixth Ave. and is wheelchair accessible.
Saturday, January 19
Introduction to Batik Making, workshop for adults, includes overview of batik making and its history, followed by opportunity to learn how to make batik, 1 to 5 p.m. New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Pre-registration required: 604-527-4667. A display of batik is on display in the library's ramp gallery until Jan. 30.
Monday, January 21
Tillicum Toastmasters, build your public sp0ekaign confidence with a community club and have fun. Guests welcome. Meetings 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected]
Thursday, January 24
Pecha Kucha New West, night of local culture and entertainment. Event begins at 6:30 p.m. and presentations start at 7:30 p.m., River Market food hall, 810 Quayside Dr. Features 10 presenters from a range of fields of interests, all with a connection to New West, who will share who they are and what makes them passionate. Each presenter gets 20 images of 20 seconds each to make a presentation. Tickets are $5 and must be purchased in advance. For tickets go to www.pechakucha.org/cities/new-westminster.
Library book club, which is reading Behind the Scene sat the Museum by Kate Atkinson and will discuss it at 7 p.m. Copies of the book can be borrowed from the library at 716 Sixth Ave. Please pre-register at 604-527-4667.
Introduction to Batik Making, workshop for children aged nine to 12, two-part workshop on Jan. 24 and 31. Participants must attend both sessions, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Pre-registration required: 604-527-4667. A display of batik is on display in the library's ramp gallery until Jan. 30.
Friday, January 25
Ukrainian Perogy Supper, 5 to 8 p.m., Holy Eucharist Church Hall, corner of Fourth Avenue and Eighth Street. Perogy sale, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: 604-526-0988 or 604-522-7711.
Sunday, January 27
Royal City Humane Society, pub night fundraiser, 5 to 9 p.m., Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St. Tickets are $20 and include burger, fries or salad and one drink. Event includes silent auction and toonie toss. Tickets at door or at 604-524-6447.
Monday, January 28
Tillicum Toastmasters, effective communication is 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 essential communication skills to become better public speakers and leaders. Guests welcome, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected]
Monday, February 18
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.
Monday, February 4
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.
Monday, February 11
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.
Monday, February 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.
Monday, February 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.
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.
