In the Community

My wife has been the most influential person in my life. I was a wild beast and she put me in my place. My dad was a great influence on me in the way I run this place.

Wednesday, May 6 Travel show at the library, take a trip to Venice and Southern Italy with Rick Carswell, who will introduce you to the beauty of both the north and the south of Italy, 2:30 p.m., New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave.

Shopping and supporting charities are top picks for the May 8 to 10 weekend, but let’s not forget to celebrate all those moms out there on Mother’s Day. Here are our top picks for the coming weekend. 1.

What's happening Around Town

Saturday, May 2 Grandma’s Attic, huge garage sale hosted by Royal City Gogos, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Unifor hall, 326 12th St.

Browse the Record's online map to see what Jane's Walks are happening this weekend New Westminster

Until last year, Liz Rohrs had always worked in a world where medical staff never said no to anybody. But that wasn't an option in Haiti, where the Royal Columbian Hospital respiratory therapist volunteered last spring.

There’s a movement gaining momentum in New Westminster and it’s all thanks to a group of Grade 10 students led by one passionate teacher.

Gardening, thrifting and cultural activities are all on this weekend’s lineup in New West. Here are the Record’s top picks for the May 1 to 3 weekend. 1.