In the Community

A film festival in New West this weekend is marking the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Inclusion B.C. Foundation and the B.C.

Students in New Westminster Secondary School’s leadership program have a lot to be proud of lately. The group surpassed expectations during its recent blood drive for Canadian Blood Services.

New Westminster’s 2016 Citizen of the Year, Jen Arbo, moved to the Royal City from tiny Parksville, B.C. on Vancouver Island in 1994.

In case you missed it, there is a New Westminster early French immersion parent info night planned for Thursday, Nov. 24 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Herbert Spencer Elementary School.

Proceeds from Operation Red Nose campaign in New West, Burnaby, TriCities support KidSport

What's happening Around Town

Are you getting excited for the Christmas season? Let New Westminster Public Library help you celebrate with our 2016 adult holiday programming. On Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 19 Crossroads Hospice Treasures of Christmas fundraising gala, Hard Rock Casino, 2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets $125. Details at www.treasuresofchristmas.ca.

Group of Five and Rotary Club of New Westminster celebrate opening of play area at RCH

1. Savour the sounds of VanDeca’s Choral Cabaret on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at River Market. Tickets are $30 and include a night of spectacular entertainment, food by Fork and Knife Catering, a silent auction and a cash bar.