1. Check out the volunteer opportunities available around town at the 15th annual New Westminster Festival of Volunteers, where representatives from all kinds of groups will be able to answer your questions. It’s on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Royal City Centre, 610 Sixth St.
2. Listen to a discussion about childhood psychology, feminism, motherhood and artistic practice and childhood creativity – all part of the CHILDREN exhibition at the New Media Gallery. FRESH TALK – CHILDREN takes place on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the New Media Gallery in Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St. It’s free, but seating is limited.
3. Connect with fellow fans of electronic music at Social Medium, an “electronic music social” where you can chat and relax with folks who enjoy a similar genre of music. It’s free and taking place on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Old Crow Coffee Co. at 655 Front St. Sign up ahead of time at socialmediumnw.eventbrite.ca.
4. Attend a night of beautiful music at International Guitar Night on Saturday, Jan. 28 at Massey Theatre, featuring four world-class international artists. For tickets and info, call 604-521-5050.
5. Enjoy magical stories and enchanted eggs with author Kallie George, a free event for kids and families on Sunday, Jan. 29 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. Info: www.artstarts.com/events.
6. Meet this year’s new westminster hyack ambassador leadership candidates at Hyack’s President’s Tea on Sunday, Jan. 29 from 1 to 4 pm. at Dunwood Place seniors’ residence, 901 Colborne St. The afternoon tea includes a light lunch. Tickets are $15 and available at eventbrite.ca (search for Hyack.) Info: 604-375-1370.
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