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Learn the ancient art of Turkish mosaic lamp in New West

Learn the ancient art of Turkish mosaic lamp in New West

A group of three Turkish friends have built a successful business teaching people how to make mosaic art that they grew up seeing in their households back in Istanbul. Their newest studio opened in New West early this year.
This New West show has people wondering: is it art or science?

This New West show has people wondering: is it art or science?

If you thought physics was dry, New Media Gallery’s Indivisible show in New Westminster might change your opinion. A group of four artists have turned cosmic particles and radio waves into interesting artwork. Here's how differently a scientist and an art expert saw it.
What to expect at New West’s drag storytime?

What to expect at New West’s drag storytime?

Drag queens Karmella Barr and Beardney Spears will read out from books that explore social issues in a child-friendly way at New Westminster Public Library’s storytime event on Aug. 11.
It's International Cat Day: Felines to love at New West shelter

It's International Cat Day: Felines to love at New West shelter

Need some cute? The Breakfast Litter is at your service.
How to sketch New West’s Fraser river?

How to sketch New West’s Fraser river?

Artist Jason Wright will teach the basic techniques to turn New Westminster’s landmark waterbody into an artwork, at Arts Council's Sketching Series.
Photos: See what Car Free Day looked like in New Westminster

Photos: See what Car Free Day looked like in New Westminster

Food, music and fun for folks of all ages took to Columbia Street on Saturday. Were you there?
Beat the heat in New Westminster right now: 5 ideas

Beat the heat in New Westminster right now: 5 ideas

Pools, ice cream and spray parks are calling your name.
Five for Friday: Check out these events for New West Pride Week

Five for Friday: Check out these events for New West Pride Week

The popular street fest is Saturday, Aug. 13, but a week of celebration and connection kicks off tonight.
This artist's 'trash portraits' are on display in New West

This artist's 'trash portraits' are on display in New West

A crushed Red Bull can, a crumpled Starbucks bag, and Coca Cola bottle lids — things usually considered garbage are the main subjects of artist Jeongmin Ahn’s oil paintings, priced at over $2,000 each. Check them out at The Gallery at Queen's Park in New Westminster.
Parenting young children in New West? Here's where to find help

Parenting young children in New West? Here's where to find help

Family Services of Greater Vancouver has a lineup of free community programs coming to New Westminster this fall.