Thursdays until June 23
Let’s Talk!, a support group for immigrant parents runs on Thursdays until June 23., 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Lord Kelvin Elementary Community HUB, 1010 Hamilton St. Make new friends, learn Canadian culture, improve communication skills and have fun. Snacks provides. Free admission. Bus tickets available for low-income families. Registration: 604-345-7737.
Friday, May 27
Ukrainian Perogy Supper, Holy Eucharist Church hall, 5 to 8 p.m., 501 Fourth Ave. (corner of Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street). Perogy sales from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: 604-526-0988 or 604-7711.
Friday, May 27 to Sunday, May 30
New Westminster Baseball Association’s 52nd annual Hyack baseball tournament, Justine Morneau Field, Moody Park. Concession will be open.
Saturday, May 28
Westminster SDA Church presents an evening of music with choirs from the Lower Mainland area, a fundraising concert in partnership with ADRA Canada for the people of Fort McMurray and Ecuador, 7 p.m., Westminster SDA Church, 7925 10th Ave. Burnaby, with entrance on 11th Avenue off of Sixth Street. Concert is for people of all ages and denominations. Seating is limited and available on a first-come first-served basis.
Monday, May 30
Are you 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 and 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.
Wednesday, June 1
60th reunion for first grad class from Lester Pearson High School, 12:30 p.m., Queen’s Park covered picnic shelter (across from Centennial Lodge.) a barbecue lunch is available for $15. Questions? Call Lynne at 604-526-8033.
Thursday, June 2
SFU Educator Talks, an engaging, interdisciplinary lecture series focused on classroom teaching practice. Ten presenters will share their innovative ideas on teaching in fast-paced Pecha Kucha style presentation, with an intermission to allow people to mix, mingle and share ideas. Free. Lineup includes graduate students, K to 12 educators (including a Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary school teacher) and university instructors. Event begins at 6 p.m. so you can grab a bite to eat at one of River Market’s restaurants before presentations begin. Tickets at http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sfu-educator-talks-vol-2-tickets-24659102038.
Saturday, June 4
Aunt Leah’s Place, second annual block party and Youth In Care week celebration, noon to 4 p.m., corner of 20th Street and Edinburgh Street. Relax and enjoy fee food, refreshments, games and music with your family and community. Aunt Leah’s Urban Thrift will be onsite selling clothes and small furniture.
Monday, June 6
New Westminster Lions Club open house, 7 to 9 p.m., Boston Pizza, 1045 Columbia St. in Columbia Square. Learn about the local Lions and their volunteer services in the Royal city. Complimentary light refreshments will be served. The Lions look forward to meeting you.
Wednesday, June 8 and Thursday, June 9
Canadian citizenship preparation, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., New Westminster Public Library main branch, 716 Sixth Ave. Free six-hour session (over two days) on preparing for Canadian citizenship. Topics include Canada’s History, symbols, government and geography, as well as the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Free admission. Registration: 604-438-8214 ext. 211.
Monday, June 13
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. No speaker today, as it’s the wind-up luncheon for summer holidays. The group’s next meeting will be in September.
Saturday, June 11
The Bucket List Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St. Plan for your future; Achieve peace of mind. Uplifting day with medical professionals, financial advisors, lawyers and other reputable speakers providing support and wellness through education. Presentations will included topics like advanced care plans, decluttering and downsizing, wills and estates and living our bucket list. For info call 604-945-0606 or go to www.crossroadshospicesociety.com.
Saturday, June 18
The Glenbrooke North Residents’ Association’s 17th annual neighbourhood garage sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. Participating residents who register their garage sale location to [email protected] before June 15 can be included on a map being distributed to shoppers. Donations will be collected for Monarch Place, a transition home in New Westminster for women and children fleeing violence.
Wednesday, June 22
Senor peer counselling info session, 1 to 3 p.m., Century House, 620 Eighth St. Weekly training or a period of 50 hours will be provided to successful candidates. Register by calling 604-519-1064 and leave a message or email [email protected]
Sunday, June 26
Newcomers’ Choir’s Music in the Community event, 5 to 7 p.m., Holy Trinity Cathedral, 514 Carnarvon St. Free. The Newcomers Choir is a non-profit choir geared to helping newcomers improve their language skills through singing and helping those who are new to music. Anyone interested in applying can email [email protected].
