In the Community

Last summer’s drought has taken its toll on lawns around the Royal City. In the aftermath of last summer’s drought and water restrictions, crows, skunks, raccoons and other critters destroyed lawns throughout the city in search of chafers to eat.

It’s a sunny spring day, and New Westminster MLA and NDP health critic Judy Darcy has come to Moody Park to do something she admits she should have done a long time ago. She’s here to sign an organ donor registration form.

Calling all young artists, the New Westminster Police Department needs your help. The department’s “Wrap our Ride” contest is looking for someone to design the vinyl wrap that will adorn the department’s Hummer H2.

A new program that aims to break down barriers for people with disabilities trying to enter the workforce is now available in Burnaby.

Saturday, April 23 St. Aidan’s Church annual swap meet and bake sale, 1320 Seventh Ave. (at 14th Street), 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Table rentals are $10. Contact Lila at 604-502-0340 or [email protected].

1. Take a seat and enjoy the Music by the River series, with this weekend’s performer, Bruce Andrews. This busking-style music program occurs on Saturday, April 23 from noon to 2 p.m. at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr.

What's happening Around Town

To say New West resident Mike Hoyer is a dedicated volunteer would be an understatement. The retired educator spends much of his time travelling overseas volunteering with relief agencies during times of extreme hardship or natural disaster.

A combo of summer-like weather and some dedicated Grade 12 students helped bring in more than $2,000 for the upcoming dry grad party.

New community gardens, a cool new endeavour and some yet-to-be-revealed projects are among the current crop of offerings by the New Westminster Environmental Partners.