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.
Overview of 2,500 years of Christianity, 10 a.m., a presentation by Rev. Graham Brownmiller at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. All are welcome to attend and enjoy the presentation, as well as coffee and muffins. Info: 604-522-1606.
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.
Tuesday, April 8
New Westminster Public Library celebrates Poetry Month, special evening featuring New Westminster poets Candice James and Renee Sarojini Saklikar, 8 p.m. Readings will be followed by an open mike. This free event is sponsored by the League of Canadian Poets. To register, call 604-527-4667 or email [email protected]. The library is at 716 Sixth Ave.
Wednesday, April 9
Take an armchair trip to Salt Spring Island, 7:30 p.m., New Westminster Public Library. Gayle Mavor will show her photographs about living your dream on an island, in what for her turned into a three-year, mid-life detour to a Gulf Island paradise. The travel shows are co-sponsored by the library and the University Women's Club of New Westminster. They're held in the library's auditorium at 716 Sixth Ave.
Saturday, April 12
Easter bake sale, Holy Eucharist Cathedral, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 501 Fourth Ave. The sale will feature traditional paskas, babkas, perogies, cabbage rolls, borscht, beet horseradish and more, as well as handmade pysanky from Ukraine. Info: 604-526-0988.
Fraternal Order of Eagles Spring Dinner Dance, 707 12th St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner is at 6:15 p.m. and dancing begins at 7 p.m. Enjoy a barbecue chicken dinner with all the trimmings, then dance to Sweet Water who will play tunes from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Door prizes, silent auction, 50/50, toonie toss, bar and more. Tickets are $20 for a single and $35 for a couple. For tickets, call John at 604-657-5600.
Dial-a-lawyer Day, 10 to 11:45 a.m. and 12:15 to 2 p.m. B.C. residents can call and speak with a lawyer for up to 15 minutes at no cost in the following areas of law: family; wills and estates; tort and MVA; immigration; business; criminal; and employment. In the Lower Mainland, call 604-687-3221. Dial-a-Lawyer Day is part of Law Week 2014.
Monday, April 14
New Westminster Puffers Society meets at New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Anyone with COPD or other breathing problems are welcome to attend.
Saturday, May 3
New Westminster Horticultural Society boulevard plant sale, 520 Fifth St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No early birds please. Runs rain or shine. Cash only.
Ongoing
ESL for moms and caregivers, Level 1 (Mondays from April 7 to June 16) and Level 2 (Thursdays from April 10 to June 12), 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].
ESL for grandparents, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., April 7 to June 16 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].
Single mothers' support group, Wednesday, April 9 to June 11, 5 to 7 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].
Parenting in Canada, Thursdays, April 10 to June 12, 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].
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.
Royal City Concert Band welcomes new members to join us in making great music and performing throughout Metro Vancouver. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings from 7:45 to 9:45 in the band room at New Westminster Secondary. We are especially seeking percussionists and clarinetists. Contact Bill Walters at 778-866-9908 for more information.
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.
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.
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a twelve-step program for men and women who want healthier, more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meetings are every Monday at 7:30 p.m. in the Neil Russell room, third floor, Columbia Tower at the Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St. For more information call Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA Info Line at 604-515-5585.
Sapperton Pensioners, meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 318 Keary St. New members welcome. Info: 604-724-9722.
Burnaby/New West Newcomers and Friends Club, welcomes women who are new to the area, as well as longtime residents. Gives women of all ages and cultures a chance to make new friends through meetings and other events. Info: Jocelan, 604-520-3646.
Parkinson's group meets first Tuesday of the month, Century House in Moody Park, 1 to 3 p.m. Info: Margo Prentice 604-526-1997.
St. Barnabas thrift store, open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A few more volunteers also sought. Call Sandy, 604-526-3033.
Moms' group, meets Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Olivet Baptist Church, Seventh Street and Queens Avenue. Moms can relax, enjoy adult conversation and enjoy a craft, demo or speaker. Children up to age five have their own quality time out. Open to moms of all ages and religions. Info: Marion, 604-526-9394.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), West End chapter meets Wednesdays at Connaught Heights Community School, 7 to 8 p.m., with weigh-in at 6:30 p.m. TOPS is a volunteer group that uses nutrition and portion control for effective weight loss. Membership is $30 per year; teens and pre-teens are free when accompanied by an adult. Info: Visit www.tops.org or call Jean, 604-525-4971.
Tillicum Toastmasters, helps people become better speakers. Come visit, Mondays at 7:20 to 9:30 p.m. at Unity in Action Church, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmasters.org or email [email protected].
Baby and Me, a drop-in support group for moms with babies up to six months, offering lunch, group discussions, support, educational information, child care and more. Offered by Olivet Baptist Church (613 Queens Ave.) on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Edmonds Resource Centre (#104-7355 Canada Way). Free. Call 604-659-2228 to register.
New Westminster Rotary Club, holds its weekly meeting and lunch every Thursday at noon at the Old Bavaria Haus, 233 Sixth St., with guest speakers. Guests and visitors welcome. Information: 604-451-4133.
Breastfeeding, or pregnant and want to learn more? Looking for information or help? Wanting to meet breastfeeding mothers? Contact the La Leche League info line at 604-520-4623 for information about the Coquitlam group, which includes New Westminster mothers.
Single moms' group, meets Mondays from 5 to 7 p.m. at New West Family Place, 101-93 Sixth St. Friendly, informal, drop-in group, with discussions on parenting and other issues of common interest. Child care for children under six provided free by trained staff.
Developmental Disabilities Association, will collect donations of goods that are no longer wanted. Information about bins, pickup and drop-off opportunities at 604-273-4DDA.
Canadian Club of New Westminster and Fraser Valley, meets monthly at the Justice Institute of B.C., with meet-and-greet at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and speaker at 8 p.m. Call Earl, 604-520-3889 or visit www.ourcanadian.blogspot.com for more info.
Girl Guides of Canada, year-round registration and volunteer info, 1-800-565-8111.
The New Westminster Amateur Radio Club, is looking for new members, and meets every third Tuesday of the month at Century House, Moody Park, with meetings starting at 7:30 p.m. Focus is on emergency radio communications within the City of New Westminster in the event of a disaster. Info: Peter, 604-525-6708.
Seniors Services Society of New Westminster, needs volunteer drivers for the Meals on Wheels program, three hours once a week. Also seeking grocery shoppers for the grocery-shopping program. Call 604-520-6621 or e-mail [email protected], or see www.seniorsservicessociety.ca.
New Westminster Family Place, is a free family resource centre for parents with children five and under. There is a bright, action-packed playroom filled with toys, games, puzzles and crafts and staffed by early childhood educators and a family support worker. There is a parents' room for relaxing, and parenting classes are available. Drop-in hours are 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and Monday and Tuesday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. Call 604-520-3666 for info on upcoming programs.
