?TO APRIL 21
What To Do Next, a fourperson visual art exhibition that focuses on why artists choose to create what they do. The exhibit is on the second floor of The River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. and runs until April 21. Featured artists are Judith Copland, Norm Coridor, Rob Fee and Irene LaCharité. For more info: www.newwest artists.com.
?SUNDAY, APRIL 8
Easter in Queen's Park, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Queen's Park bandshell and rainbow playland. Free admission, but photos with Easter bunnies for a suggested $2 donation. Family-friendly entertainment includes performances by Junior Bean, Music with Marnie and One Woman Circus, crafts, face painting and hop along the bunny trail. Info: 604-777-5121 or www.newwestpcr.ca.
?MONDAY, APRIL 9
Codependents Anonymous, 12-step program for people who want healthier, more functional relationships, 7: 30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue, 604-580-8889 or CoDA info line, 6045155585.
Naranon Support Group, a 12-step program for relatives and friends of those affected by drug abuse and addiction problems. Meets every Monday evening from 7: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at 323 Eighth St. All welcome. Info: 604-878-8844.
?WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 Travel show at the New Westminster Public Library, take an armchair trip to Portugal, as Eunice Hodge will show her photographs, which include Lisbon and a cruise down the River Duro to Porto. 7: 30 p.m. The travel shows are co-sponsored by the University Women's Club of New Westminster and are held in the library's auditorium at 716 Sixth Ave.
?FRIDAY, APRIL 13
A Night of Mystery, as part of Lit Fest New West, the New Westminster Public Library is hosting this event at 6: 30 p.m. Local mystery authors Colleen Cross, Don Hauka, and Elizabeth Elwood will surprise and thrill with their stories and clue you in on their mysterious writing secrets. A reception for Lit Fest will follow and the authors will be available to sign books. The evening is co-sponsored by the Arts Council of New Westminster. To reserve a spot, call 604-527-4667. The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 Sixth Ave.
?SATURDAY, APRIL 14
Lit Fest New West, all day at Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave. This annual festival showcases local and provincial authors and poets for readings, workshops, performance events and marketplace exhibitions. For more info, contact the Arts Council of New Westminster at 604-525-3244 or www.artscouncilnewwest. org.
?MONDAY, APRIL 16
Codependents Anonymous, 12-step program for people who want healthier, more functional relationships, 7: 30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue, 604-580-8889 or CoDA info line, 6045155585.
Naranon Support Group, a 12-step program for relatives and friends of those affected by drug abuse and addiction problems. Meets every Monday evening from 7: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at 323 Eighth St. All welcome. Info: 604-878-8844.
Tillicum Toastmasters meeting. Check out this club and have fun. Guests are welcome. 7: 20 to 9: 30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http: //tillicum.freetoasthost. ws or call 778-822-9212.
?THURSDAY, APRIL 19
New Westminster Mental Health Association information night, 6: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at the New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave.
?SATURDAY, APRIL 21
Dazzle Gala Dinner and Auction, 6 p.m. at the Executive Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre in Coquitlam. CTV's Keri Adams hosts this event, which is co-presented by the Hyack Festival Association and the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce. Info: Hyack offices at 604-522-6894.
?MONDAY, APRIL 23
Codependents Anonymous, 12-step program for people who want healthier, more functional relationships, 7: 30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue, 604-580-8889 or CoDA info line, 6045155585.
Naranon Support Group, a 12-step program for relatives and friends of those affected by drug abuse and addiction problems. Meets every Monday evening from 7: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at 323 Eighth St. All welcome. Info: 604-878-8844.
Tillicum Toastmasters meeting. Check out this club and have fun. Guests are welcome. 7: 20 to 9: 30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http: //tillicum.freetoasthost. ws or call 778-822-9212.
?WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25
7th annual Marche Francais French Marketplace, 1: 45 to 7: 30 p.m. Herbert Spencer school gym, 605 Second St. Come join Canadian Parents for French as they showcase French music, delicious cuisine and French-themed items and décor. Info: Heidi Clarkson at 604-525-2631.
?SATURDAY, APRIL 28
St. Aidan's Church annual swap meet and bake sale, 1320 Seventh Ave. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Table rentals available for $10. Info: Lila at 6045020340 or [email protected].
?MONDAY, APRIL 30
Codependents Anonymous, 12-step program for people who want healthier, more functional relationships, 7: 30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue, 604-580-8889 or CoDA info line, 6045155585.
Naranon Support Group, a 12-step program for relatives and friends of those affected by drug abuse and addiction problems. Meets every Monday evening from 7: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at 323 Eighth St. All welcome. Info: 604-878-8844.
Tillicum Toastmasters 50th anniversary meeting. To celebrate, Tillicum is holding a special meeting and would like to invite as many former members as possible to attend. If you would like to join in the fun, please email Julian Worker at [email protected] to register your interest.
?SUNDAY, MAY 6
New Westminster Horticultural Society Super Plant Sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the armoury at 530 Queens Ave. Info: email sharon@newwesthortsociety. org.
?ONGOING
Community kitchens, offered by Family Services of Greater Vancouver and Cameray Centre, a community-building program that brings people together to learn to cook low-cost, nutritious meals in a friendly, informal environment. Offered at Shiloh-Sixth Avenue United Church and Queensborough Community Centre, call 604-525-9144.
Parenting in Canada, a parenting support group for immigrant women with young children, offered by Family Services of Greater Vancouver on Friday mornings, child care provided. Free. Call Gloria at 604-525-9144 for information.
Developmental Disabilities Association, collects used houseware items, helping to provide a significant source of income to support its programs and services for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Call 604-273-4332.
Scouts Canada, for boys and girls aged five to 17, meeting every Monday at various locations in New Westminster. Early registration for fall programs starting now. Parental involvement needed. Call Gord at 604-524-5780 for information.
Big Sisters of B.C. Lower Mainland, seeks Big and Little Sister alumni for 50th anniversary celebrations this year. Contact Lisa, lcloutier@ bigsisters.bc.ca or call 604-873-4525, ext. 306.
ESL conversation circles, held at New Westminster Public Library. Program for all adults runs Saturdays from 10: 30 to 11: 30 a.m. Program for women only runs Fridays, 10 to 11 a.m. at New Westminster Public Library. Free, drop-in program for adults who want to meet people and practise speaking English. Children welcome. Info: 604-527-4660.
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