1. Shop for handmade goods along the boardwalk while enjoying live music and entertainment, food, drinks, more than 60 vendors and more. The New West Craft Summer Night Market, a free, family-friendly event, takes place on the boardwalk in front of River Market on Saturday, July 15 for 6 to 9:30 p.m.
2. Kick loose and enjoy Footloose on the big screen at Queen’s Park Stadium on Friday, July 14. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy this 80’s classic. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at dusk (around 9 a.m.). A concession will be serving light snacks and beverages.
3. Pop in to the New West Artists Summer Sensations Pop Up Show on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 52 Sixth St. You’ll be able to check out (and buy) artwork, photography, jewelry and cards by members of the local art group.
4. Enjoy a night out and improve the lives of cats and dogs in Guatemala at the Historic Galbraith Manor’s sixth annual fundraising gala on Saturday, July 15 from 7 to 10 p.m. The event includes a silent and live auction, entertainment and appetizers. Tickets are $25 and available by contacting Janice at 604-520-6276 or [email protected].
5. Get your game on at River Market where you can find great deals on used games and trade or sell unwanted ones (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.), learn to play chess from experts in the community (noon to 3 p.m.) or attend a board game meetup (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.). All events take place on Sunday, July 16 at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. Info: www.rivermarket.ca.
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