- FRIDAY, JUNE 29
Interpersonal Relations, free life skills workshop at New Westminster Public Library, 1 to 4 p.m., conducted in English with Spanish translation available. The library is at 716 Sixth Ave., wheelchair accessible. For info/registration, call MOSAIC at 604-522-3722 ext. 155.
- MONDAY, JULY 2
New Westminster Secondary, summer band camp, July 2 to 20, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon, at New West Secondary in the band rooms. Ages 11 to 17, all levels welcome. Visit www.nwssmusic.com for more details or contact Kelly Proznick at kproznick@sd40. bc.ca.
Codependents Anonymous, Freedom Group 12-step program for men and women who want healthier relationships with themselves and others, 7: 30 p.m., Neil Russell room, third floor of Columbia Tower at Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
- THURSDAY, JULY 5
Stream of Dreams, 10 to 11: 30 a.m. at the Fraser River Discovery Centre. Help the centre decorate the walls with Stream of Dreams' silver salmon dreamfish. Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to show off their creative flare from 10 to 11: 30 a.m. Combine this artistic activity with our interactive pollution model and you have a morning of fun while learning about the Fraser River and the watershed around you. Admission is by donation.
- MONDAY, JULY 9
Codependents Anonymous, Freedom Group 12-step program for men and women who want healthier relationships with themselves and others, 7: 30 p.m., Neil Russell room, third floor of Columbia Tower at Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
- MONDAY, JULY 16
Codependents Anonymous, Freedom Group 12-step program for men and women who want healthier relationships with themselves and others, 7: 30 p.m., Neil Russell room, third floor of Columbia Tower at Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
- MONDAY, JULY 23
Codependents Anonymous, Freedom Group 12-step program for men and women who want healthier relationships with themselves and others, 7: 30 p.m., Neil Russell room, third floor of Columbia Tower at Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
- MONDAY, JULY 30
Codependents Anonymous, Freedom Group 12-step program for men and women who want healthier relationships with themselves and others, 7: 30 p.m., Neil Russell room, third floor of Columbia Tower at Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
- ONGOING
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.
Moms' 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, 604-521-8567.
Western Society for Children, holds a parent support group in New Westminster, Wednesdays from 6: 30 to 8: 30 p.m., with on-site 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.
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, 12-step program for people who want a healthier, more functional relationship with themselves and others. Meetings are every Monday at Royal Columbian Hospital. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or CoDA Info line at 604-516-5585.
Canadian Mental Health Association's Simon Fraser Branch, run and walk club, all welcome. Info: Madeleine Hawkins at 604-516-8080 or [email protected].
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 e-mail [email protected].
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 one-toone 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. Every Monday and Thursday from 9: 30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Healthy snacks and childminding available for kids up to age six. Call 604-525-9144 ext. 3655 for more info.
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 afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. Call 604-520-3666 for info on upcoming programs.
Writers Discovery Group, meets the second Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. to noon, on the lower floor of New Westminster Library. Info: 604-522-9147.
Navy League and Sea Cadets, holds registration for boys and girls aged 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, resources, child care and more, offered by Burnaby Family Life at Olivet Church (New West) on Tuesdays, 11: 30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration required, free. Call 604-659-2225.
Ukrainian nights, for kindergarten and children ages six to 11, with Friday evening sessions in language, culture and faith. Everyone welcome, at Holy Eucharist Cathedral, 501 Fourth Ave. Info: 604-526-9198.
St. Barnabas thrift store, now newly refurbished and open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A few more volunteers also sought. Call Sandy, 604-526-3033.
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.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), West End chapter meets Wednesdays at Connaught Heights Community School, 7 to 8 p.m., with weigh-in at 6: 30 p.m. TOPS is a volunteer group that uses nutrition and portion control for effective weight loss. Membership is $30 per year; teens and pre-teens are free when accompanied by an adult. Info: Visit www.tops.org or call Jean, 604-525-4971.
Networking meeting, every Wednesday at 7: 30 a.m. at the Waffle House. Enjoy breakfast with other business people, share leads and referrals and build your business. Guests welcome. RSVP to 7789869186.
British Columbia Avicultural Society, with bird lovers and bird breeders from all over B.C., hold their meetings the third Tuesday of each month at 7: 30 p.m. in the Centennial Community Centre, New Westminster. Information: Egon Nielsen, 604-888-7477.
Women needed, to serve as support and outreach volunteers for the Maida Duncan Drop-In Centre run by the Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver. Volunteers assist clients with finding and phoning shelters or housing, understanding and filling in forms, sorting donations and doing light cleaning. Shift minimum of two hours per week. Call Odessa, 604-520-1166 or e-mail Odessa.tapia@elizabeth fry.com.
Free citizenship classes at New Westminster Public Library, prepare for the citizenship test for free. Classes held first Wednesday and Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every month. Info: 604-522-3722, ext. 155.
Parkinson's group meeting, meet the first Tuesday of every month, 1 to 3 p.m. Century House. Info: 604-519-1066. New members and caretakers are welcome.
New Westminster Green Drinks, monthly gathering of sustainability professionals, held first Wednesday of the month at the Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St. from 5: 45 to 8 p.m. Contact new Westminster Environmental Partners at www.nwep.ca or e-mail [email protected] to get on the reminder mailing list.
Family Services of Greater Vancouver, New Westminster immigrant mentorship program. Join other newcomers for a four-month training period, Wednesday, 12: 30 to 2: 30 p.m. Info: 604-525-9144 ext. 3667. Training, child minding and transportation provided free. Mentors also needed. Mentors will be matched oneto-one, for a four-month period. For more info on how to be a mentor, call 604-525-9144, ext. 3667.
Free women's yoga class, Thursdays from 5 to 7 at the Elizabeth Fry Society women's drop-in centre, B-402 East Columbia St., 604-520-1166 or donna.surman@elizabethfry. com.
Tillicum Toastmasters, helps people become better speakers. Come visit, Mondays at 7: 30 p.m. in New Westminster. More info: 604-524-1688.
Free textile arts for women, offered Sundays from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Elizabeth Fry Society women's drop-in centre, covering quilting, sewing and making handy items for the home. Info: [email protected] or 604-520-1166.
Access Justice, offers a new free legal clinic in New Westminster 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.
Wednesday Walking Club, meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. On odd-numbered days of the month, meet in the parking lot near Century House, with walks through uptown New Westminster. On evennumbered days of the month, meet at Columbia Square with walks through the downtown/Quayside area, meeting at 70 10th St. Walks go from a half-hour to two hours, rain or shine. No charge. Contact [email protected], or just show up for the walk.
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