Saturday, Nov. 19
Crossroads Hospice Treasures of Christmas fundraising gala, Hard Rock Casino, 2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets $125. Details at www.treasuresofchristmas.ca.
Pre-Christmas bonanza as Clothes2U gives away clothes, toys, linen, diapers, books, footwear and personal and small household items, free to those in need, males and females, baby to adult, noon to 2:30 p.m., Bethel Church, 8098 11t h Ave., Burnaby. Admission is $1 or free for kids under 12. To volunteer or get more information, go to www.clothes2U or call 604-857-4617.
Wednesday, Nov. 23
We are Family, Hear Us Roar. Create the design of family life you have always desired, a two-part series to create a new blueprint to guide your family life and identity, Nov. 23 and 30, 6 to 8 p.m., Qayqayt Elementary, 85 Merivale St. Part of the Family Nights at the Early Learning Centre workshop series. Space is limited. Register at 604-638-3390 ext. 3166 or [email protected].
World Poetry New Westminster celebrates Canadian holidays past and present, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Bring your stories, poems and photos. Features Candice James, Evelyn Benson, Tony Antonias and more. Free raffle, refreshments and open mike. Hosts: Ariadne Sawyer and Janet Kvammen. Register at [email protected] or 604-526-4729.
Thursday, Nov. 24
Glenbrook North Residents Association meeting, auditorium of New Westminster Public Library. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and meetings starts promptly at 7 p.m. Agenda: information and discussion on the three options for the Brunette interchange, as well as community committee reports. Info: Marya McLellan at 604-525-3975.
Friday, Nov. 25
Ukrainian Perogy Supper, 5 to 8 p.m., Holy Eucharist Church hall, 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 604-522-7711.
Pop Up Community Kitchen for seniors, New West Salvation Army. For info, contact Minoo at 778-885-5165 or [email protected].
Monday, Nov. 28
Are you a man who is 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 or 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.
Sunday, Dec. 4
Queen’s Park Healthcare Volunteer Society’s fourth annual Homes for the Holidays fundraiser, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tour some of the city’s heritage homes, beautifully decorated for Christmas. Tickets are $25 and available at www.qphf.org.
Friday, Dec. 9
Christmas for Kids, hosted by Fraternal Order of Eagles New Westminster #20 New Westminster, 3:30 to 6 p.m., 707 12th St. For kids up to nine years of age. Must register before Dec. 2 to [email protected] or 604-521-2391.
Monday, Dec. 12
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 the Christmas luncheon. No speaker at today’s event.
Thursday, Dec. 15
Pop Up Community Kitchen at Newcomers Centre for Children and Families. For info, contact Minoo at 778-885-5165 or [email protected].
Friday, Dec. 16
Pop Up Community Kitchen at Lookout Society. For info, contact Minoo at 778-885-5165 or [email protected].
Friday, Dec. 23
Pop Up Community Kitchen for seniors, New West Salvation Army. For info, contact Minoo at 778-885-5165 or [email protected].
