Saturday, November 8
Century House Association, craft sale and tea, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., 620 Eighth St. Lots of crafts and gift ideas galore, as well as afternoon tea. Pottery, bake sale, books, jewelry, raffles, quilting, painting, white elephant and variety crafts. Cash only. Everyone welcome.
St. Peter's Catholic Women's League bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parish hall, 330 Royal Ave. Features silent association, baking table, jewelry booth, knitting and sewing booth and Christmas booth.
Mt. Zion's Lutheran Women's annual fall tea and bazaar, 2 to 4 p.m., lower hall of 930 Cumberland St. (at 10th Avenue). Enjoy afternoon tea with home baking. Bake table, craft table and white elephant items for sale. Everyone welcome.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #20, craft fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., CAW hall at 707 12th St.
Learn about Canadian culture session at New Westminster Public Library, 10 a.m. to noon. Have you ever wondered about Canadian conduct, workplace conventions, business formalities and parenting norms? Cultural differences influence daily life in many ways, from standards of courtesy to actual rules of behaviour. This free information session is co-sponsored by the library and SUCCESS and will be of particular interest to newcomers to Canada. It will be conducted in English, with translation available in French, English, Chichewa, Nyanja, Lingala and Swahili. For more information and to register, phone the library at 604-527-04667 or SUCCESS at 604-430-1899 ext. 110.
Monday, November 10
Tillicum Toastmasters meets 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Church hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Do you want to get over your fear of public speaking? Do you want to learn the how to’s within a supportive environment? Do you want to nail that upcoming interview for your dream job? Take the first step and join us for our next meeting and see what we’re all about. All guests welcomed for free. No obligation to speak or sign up. Look forward to seeing you there.
Wednesday, November 12
Experience a Prairie spring at the New Westminster Public Library travel show, when Pat Ishkanian shows highlights from her travels to Grassland National Park in Saskatchewan and canoeing along the upper Missouri River in Montana, 7:30 p.m. The Travel shows are sponsored by the University Women's Club of New Westminster and are held in the library's auditorium at 716 Sixth Ave.
Tuesday, November 18
Meet award-wining author Steven Galloway when he reads from his new book, The Confabulist, 7 p.m., New Westminster Public Library. As space is limited, pre-register at the library or email [email protected]. A New Westminster resident, Galloway is best known for his award-winning The Cellist of Sarajevo and has also written Finnie Walsh and Ascension. The library is at 716 Sixth Ave., wwww.nwpl.ca or 604-527-4660.
Saturday, Nov. 22
St. Barnabas Thrift Store Christmas sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 1010 Fifth Ave. Features all things Christmassy including trees, decorations and housewares. Hot chocolate and hotdogs will also be for sale.
Wednesday, December 3
Social Knitwork, drop-in knitting group, 7 p.m., New Westminster Public Library. Knitters are invited to join The Social Knitwork the New Westminster Public Library's new kitting group. The drop-in group meets the first Wednesday of the month and is open to all ages and skill level. The only requirement is to enjoy knitting and chatting with other knitters. Bring your own yarn, needles, scissors and supplies. Beginners are welcome. The library is at 716 Sixth Ave., www.nwpl.ca or 604-527-4660.
Saturday, December 13
Brewery District Christmas gift and craft fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sapperton Pensioners Hall, 318 Keary St. A wide range of vendors and artisans offer the perfect gifts for your family and friends. Admission is by donation, proceeds to be donated to charity.
