1. Hunt for treasures at two of the city’s most popular neighbourhood-wide garage sales – both being held on the same day this year. The 21st annual Queen’s Park Garage Sale (in support of Canuck Place) is on Saturday, May 7 form 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the 11th annual Massey Victory Heights Residents’ Associations’ neighbourhood garage sale is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
2. Explore New Westminster in this year’s Jane’s Walk, which features a variety of free walking tours around the Royal City on May 6, 7 and 8. For a list of all walks in New West, visit janeswalk.org/canada/new-westminster. Pinball travel, a day in the mayor’s (walking) shoes, building stones of New Westminster and a tour of Queensborough and coffee are themes of some of this year’s walks.
3. Buy mom (or yourself) a beautiful hanging basket at the Fraternal Order of Eagles #20 New Westminster annual hanging basket sale. It’s taking place on Saturday, May 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Terminal Pub’s parking lot at 115 12th St. (at Stewardson Way). Baskets are $25 each, and proceeds go charity.
4. Support local students in the third annual Hyacks In Motion family run/walk and health fair. The fun gets underway with registration and sign-in on Saturday, May 7 from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m., with the run/walk starting at 10:30 a.m. and the health fair and entertainment to follow. It’s all happening in Queen’s Park. Info at www.hyacksinmotion.com.
5. Take the kids to the latest ArtsToGo workshop featuring a collage workshop with artist Sarah Davidson. This free and hands-on workshop for kids and their families is on Sunday, May 8 from noon to 3 pm. At Royal City Centre, at the corner of Sixth and Sixth. Drop-ins are encouraged, and parent participation is required. More information about the ArtsToGo program can be found at artscouncilnewwest.org/artstogo/
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