In the Community

Top picks for Jan. 19 to 21

Tuesday, Jan. 16 Democracy Café. 7 to 9 p.m., Waves Coffee, 715 Columbia St. Engage in dialogue about democracy.

The holidays are over, and it’s time to toss out all trimmings and trappings and wrapping paper, tissue paper and cardboard scattered around the house.

Top 5 picks for Jan. 12 to 14

Students at New Westminster Secondary School are looking for a few deserving people to receive a special gift.

What's happening Around Town

Welcome to the new year of 2018. We trust you had an enjoyable time taking part in at least some of the festivities that bring an old year to a close and give a hearty kick-off to the sparkling new version that is ready to go.

It's official. Christmas is over today. For today, the 12th day of Christmas, we're suggesting you tap into your creative side once again. Tonight - Friday, Jan. 5 - from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

What’s happening? The New Westminster Firefighters Charitable Society is hosting its annual tree chip and barbecue this weekend. The event is a fundraiser for the society’s various community programs and all proceeds collected will be donated.

The Christmas season is rapidly winding to a close, and all too soon kids will go back to being cooped up indoors at school. Which makes today a perfect day to get outside and enjoy all the beauty and wonder of New Westminster.