FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
NWSS Hyack Football, Homecoming 2012, Mercer Stadium. Alumni RSVP and more info, 604-525-8081.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Naranon Support Group, a 12step program for relatives and friends of those affected by drug abuse and addiction problems, 7: 30 to 8: 30 p.m., 323 Eighth St. (group room). All welcome. Info: Naranon information line, 604-878-8844.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
SFU Philosophers' Cafe, discussion at the Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to join in on a free discussion that will be moderated by Mano Daniel, who teaches in the philosophy and humanities department at Douglas College. Info: 778-782-5215 or www. philosopherscafe.net.
Tillicum Toastmasters, build your public speaking confidence with a community club and have fun. Guests welcome, 7: 20 to 9: 30 p.m., Unity in Action hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http: //3435.toastmaster sclubs.org or email anastasia@ ghostlyowl.com.
New Westminster Puffers Society, monthly meeting, 12: 30 to 2 p.m., New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Anyone with COPD or other breathing problems are welcome to attend.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
Ukrainian Perogy Supper, Holy Eucharist Church hall, 5 to 8 p.m., Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street. Perogy sale, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: 604-526-0988 and 604-522-7711.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Thrift sale, Knox Presbyterian Church, 403 East Columbia St., 9 a.m. to noon.
Burnaby Cactus and Succulent Society plant sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Royal Square Mall at Eighth Avenue and McBride Boulevard in New Westminster. Info: Pat at 604-921-7042.
ONGOING
Christmas, Crafts and Cookies Sales, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Table rentals for crafters and artists for $40. Call 604-522-1606.
New Westminster Photography Club, meets first and fourth Tuesday of each month from September to May (exceptions May and December, first Tuesday only), 7: 30 a.m., Centennial Lodge in Queen's Park. Info: nwphoto.org.
Free citizenship classes at the library, first Wednesday and Thursday of each month, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. To register, phone MOSAIC at 604-522-3722 ext. 155. The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 Sixth Ave. and is wheelchair accessible. The classes are co-sponsored by New Westminster Public Library and MOSAIC'S Settlement Program. Mom's Playgroup - Moms with small children meet for playdates and conversation. Search groups at www.
NewWestCommunityGuide.ca for the group closest to you.
Kiwanis Club of New Westminster, holds luncheon meetings the first and third Tuesday of every month at Boston Pizza, Columbia Square, 1005 Columbia St., at noon.
Info: Marge Ashdown, 6045218567.
Western Society for Children, holds a parent support group in New Westminster, Wednesdays from 6: 30 to 8: 30 p.m., with onsite child-minding on request, for parents with children 12 and under who have diverse learning needs. To register, call Wanda Gendron at 604-515-0810.
Are you gay, bi-sexual or just not sure? Need a safe place to talk? HOMINUM is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Meets every Monday evening in locations around Metro Vancouver. For information and meeting location: call Don at 604-329-9760 or Art at 604-462-9813.
Volunteers needed, for Harmony Court Care Centre and Estate.
If you are patient and enthusiastic and enjoy working with seniors, opportunities are available. Call Mary Aaron at 604-527-3322 or email maaron@ agecare.ca.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Group B.C. 612, meets at RCH Sherbrooke Centre, Monday evenings, 6: 30 to 8 p.m., dedicated to taking off pounds sensibly through basic food exchange program and moderate exercise. Call Judi at 604-525-0613 for more information.
Sapperton Pensioners, meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 318 Keary St. New members welcome. Info: 604724-9722.
Netherlands Association, speak Dutch with others and celebrate your heritage. Visit www. dutchnetwork.ca or contact Edie, [email protected] or 604-536-3394.
Royal City Communicators, meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at the Cameron Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby, helping those who are afraid to speak in public. Information: 604-939-5088.
Al-Anon and Alateen, help those whose lives are affected by someone else's drinking. Call 604-688-1716.
COUNCIL OF SENIOR CITIZENS' ORGANIZATIONS (COSCO), AN
advocacy group devoted to improving the quality of life for seniors, invites membership and affiliation from seniors' organizations, associations and individuals. Info: Ernie Bayer, 604-576-9734 or ecbayer@ shaw.ca.
Burnaby/New West Newcomers and Friends Club, welcomes women who are new to the area, as well as longtime residents, giving women of all ages and cultures a chance to make new friends. Meets the second Wednesday of each month. Info: Lenore, 604-294-6913.
Fraserside Employment Resource Centre, offers oneto-one support with employment counsellors, connecting people to no-cost career and job search services and helping people develop a plan to reach their job or career goal. Call 604-522-9701 for appointment. Parkinson's group meets first Tuesday of the month, Century House in Moody Park, 1 to 3 p.m. Info: Margo Prentice 604-526-1997.
Free ESL program for women at Olivet Church, 613 Queens Ave. Free childcare provided for kids 18 months to five years old. Every Tuesday and Friday from 9: 30 a.m. to noon. Call 604-298-5888 ext. 21.
New Westminster Family Place, is a free family resource centre for parents with children six and under. There is a bright, action-packed playroom filled with toys, games, puzzles and crafts and staffed by early childhood educators and a family support worker. There is a parents' room for relaxing, and parenting classes are available. Drop-in hours are 9: 30 to 11: 30 a.m. Monday through Saturdays and Monday and Tuesday after-noons from 1 to 3 p.m. Call 604-520-3666 for info.
Navy League and Sea Cadets, holds registration for boys and girls ages nine to 12 at Annacis Island Training Centre, 535 Derwent Way, Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. Call 604-589-4313.
Pregnancy Outreach Program offering weekly support groups including lunch, vitamins, group discussions, support, educational information, child care and more, offered by Burnaby Family Life at Olivet Church on Tuesdays, 11: 30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration required, free. Call 604-659-2225.
Moms' group, meets Wednesdays from 9: 30 to 11: 30 a.m. at Olivet Baptist Church, Seventh Street and Queens Avenue. Moms can relax, enjoy adult conversation and enjoy a craft, demo or speaker. Children up to age five have their own quality time out. Open to moms of all ages and religions. Info: Marion, 604-526-9394.
Access Justice, offers a new free legal clinic in New West for those who cannot afford to seek legal advice. Family law, Thursdays from 4 to 6 p.m. at Lower Mainland Community Housing, 101-630 Columbia St. Info: 604-525-5376.
Baby and Me, a drop-in support group for moms with babies up to six months, offering lunch, support, information, child care and more. Offered by Burnaby Family Life at Edmonds Resource Centre on the first and third Thursday of the month and at Olivet Church on the second and fourth Thursday, noon to 2 p.m., free. Call 604-659-2225.
Seniors Services Society of New Westminster, needs volunteer drivers for the Meals on Wheels program, three hours once a week. Also seeking gro-cery shoppers for the groceryshopping program. Call 604-520-6621 or e-mail volunteer@ seniorsservicessociety.ca, or see www.seniorsservicessoci ety.ca.
Alzheimer Society of B.C., caregiver support group, meets in New Westminster the second Tuesday of each month, 7 to 9 p.m., call 604-298-0780.
A Chinese-speaking support group meets the third Thursday of the month, 2 to 4 p.m. Info: 604-298-0711.
High Output Business Networking, New Westminster chapter, meets every Wednesday at 7: 30 a.m. at the Waffle House uptown. Guests welcome. Call 778-986-9186 for info and to RSVP.
Spoken Word Toastmasters, offers help to improve communication and speaking skills, build confidence, meeting Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Royal Oak Community Church, 7175 Royal Oak Ave. Info: Bernie, 6044644415 or email thelone [email protected].
Unattached Singles 50 to 65, a new singles-only group covering the Burnaby-to-Mission area, offers walks and activities weekly. No fees, no meetings.
Just show up Saturdays for walks and be on the email list for notice of other events. Info: [email protected].
Urban Aboriginal Young Parents Program, offers a parent-child Mother Goose literacy program, Tuesdays and Thursdays 1 to 2 p.m., as well as playgroups for young parents and children up to five years old, Monday to Friday from 9: 30 to 11: 30 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. All programs free. Call 604-395-4106 or visit 713 Columbia St.
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