1. Enjoy a New Westminster tradition at Hyack Homecoming 2016 on Friday, Sept. 23 at Mercer Stadium. The action gets underway at 4 p.m. with an alumni flag football game, followed by a pre-game party/family fun zone and an alumni reception including tug-of-war, skydiver and entertainment. The Hyacks will kick off against the Carson Graham Eagles at 7:30 p.m. People are encouraged to bring a non-perishable donation for the New Westminster Food Bank.
2. Celebrate the Mighty Fraser at RiverFest on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Westminster Quay. You’ll enjoy exhibits, entertainment and children’s activities. The Lucille Johnstone Workboat Parade takes to the river at 1 p.m.
3. Discover the library’s digital resources at Tech Day on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., when you can try out the latest devices from London Drugs, see Douglas College’s 3D printer in action, connect to digital magazines and online newspapers with representatives from Zinio and Press Reader and explore the library’s digital resources. Stick around and enjoy some family-friendly short films and popcorn at the Instantflix Film Fest in the auditorium from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The library is at 716 Sixth Ave.
4. Take the kids to the Spare Parts Play Pop-Up playground in Moody Park on Sunday, Sept 25 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kids of all ages and abilities are invited to explore and create with all kinds of junk, including wood, rope, hammers and nails. For info check out the Pop Up Playground; Arts to Go Workshop page on Facebook.
5. Listen to some of the finest Canadian and Indian musicians at the fifth Mushtari Begum Festival of Indian Classic Music and Dance. It’s taking place on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at Massey Theatre. For tickets and info, go to www.masseytheatre.com.
6. Experience Rumba Calzada live to see and hear how rhythms are put together in Latin music. ArtStarts is presenting a free music performance and workshop for kids on Sunday, Sept. 25 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr.
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