Wednesday, March 12
Take an armchair tour to Turkey at the New Westminster Public Library. Rick Carswell will show highlights from Istanbul and a side trip to Ephesus, 7:30 p.m. The travel shows are sponsored by the University Women's Club of New Westminster and held in the library's auditorium at 716 Sixth Ave.
Thursday, March 13
Credit history and credit bureau, find out what credit history is, how to determine yours, how to build credit and what affects your credit score. Bankruptcy and credit counseling will also be covered. Session on financial literacy, 7 p.m., presented by volunteers with Vancity's Each One, Teach One program. As space is limited, preregister at 604-527-4667 or [email protected]. The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 Sixth Ave.
Saturday, March 15
Artisans Fair at River Market, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. Artisans from New Westminster and beyond will be showcasing their wares including jewelry, quilting, books, beadwork, knitwear, painting, stone carving and more.
Tuesday, March 18
Writing workshop at the library, 7 p.m. Accessing memory to enhance your writing is the subject of the workshop, Page as Bone Blood as Ink. Jonina Kirton is a Métis/Icelandic poet/author who brings her experience as a graduate of the Simon Fraser University's writer's studio an as a sacred circle facilitator to her writing and teachings. The writing workshop is sponsored by the Royal City Literary Arts Society and the library. Register at 604-527-4667 or [email protected]. The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 Sixth Ave. For more information call 604-527-4660 or visit www.nwpl.ca.
Saturday, April 5
Century House Association annual thrift sale, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., 620 Eighth St. Bargains galore. Free admission. Recycled treasures include clothing and linens, small appliances, jewelry, kitchenware, knick-knacks, books, DVDs and CDs, plants and toys. Refreshments available.
Monday, April 7
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a 12-step program for men and women who want healthier, more functional relationships with themselves and others, meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St. Neil Russell Room, third floor of Columbia tower. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
Ongoing
Learn more about eReaders and how to borrow free library books at the New Westminster Public Library. Book a one-on-one session with a librarian and receive individual help. Bring in your laptop, eReader, tablet or smartphone and learn how to download the required software and find and download ebooks. Sessions are available every Wednesday until April 30 at 6, 6:45 and 7:45 p.m. To book as session, call 604-527-4665. The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 Sixth Ave. Info: 604-527-4660 or www.nwpl.ca.
New Westminster Tinnitus Support Group, meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., Century House, 620 Eighth St., ABC Room. Tinnitus is a ringing, humming, buzzing or other sound in our head or ears that doesn't have an outside source. The group discusses the latest treatment information and coping and stress reduction techniques, and offers encouraged and camaraderie to help combat this debilitating condition. For more information, contact group leader Gerald Blackwell at 604-600-9142 or email [email protected].
Naranon Support Group, a 12 Step program for relatives and friends of those affected by drug abuse and addiction problems. Meets every Monday evening from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., 323 Eighth St. (group room), New Westminster. All welcome. Call 604-878-8844 for more info.
Community kitchens for parents of children under 12, every second Thursday morning beginning Jan. 16, Queensborough Community Centre, 920 Ewen Ave. Prepare tasty meals using fresh whole foods, meet new people, and learn to budget, plan meals and save time and money. To register contact Patricia Davison 604-525-9144 or email [email protected].
Community kitchens for adults aged 55 and older, every second Thursday morning beginning Jan. 30, Queensborough Community Centre, 920 Ewen Ave. Prepare tasty meals using fresh whole foods, meet new people, and learn to budget, plan meals and save time and money. To register contact Patricia Davison 604-525-9144 or email [email protected].
Parents Connect program, Fridays from Feb. 14 to May 23, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. No cost to participants. Child minding, snacks and bus tickets available. Program held at Olivet Church, 713 Queens Ave. For information, call 604-525-9144 or email [email protected].
Are you gay, bi-sexual or just not sure? Need a safe place to talk? HOMINUM is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Meets every Monday evening in locations around Metro Vancouver. For information and meeting location: call Don at 604-329-9760 or Art at 604-462-9813.
Writers Discovery Group, meets on the second Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon, New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. We welcome all writers wanting to reader their work and meet other writers who would like to discuss their writing style.
Free citizenship classes at New Westminster Public Library, prepare for the citizenship test for free. Classes held first Wednesday and Thursday of each month, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The classes are cosponsored by the New Westminster Public Library and MOSAIC's settlement program. To register, phone MOSAIC at 604-52-3722 ext. 155 or email [email protected], or register through the library at 604-527-4667.
Sapperton Pensioners, meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 318 Keary St. New members welcome. Info: 604-724-9722.
