- DON'T MISS THIS
Find treasures at the Glenbrooke garage sale - June 16
Learn to solve problems and manage your time - June 22
- FRIDAY, JUNE 8
Culture Shock, 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.
- SATURDAY, JUNE 9
Don't be stressed, learn how to manage stress at a workshop at the New Westminster Public Library from 10 a.m. to noon.
Learn how to adjust to new environments, how to improve your quality of life and how to develop stress management skills. Workshop conducted in English, with translation available in French, Chichewa, Nyanja, Lingala and Swahili.
The Library is at 716 Sixth Ave. and is wheelchair-accessible. For more information and to register: phone SUCCESS at 604-430-1899 ext. 110.
Classes co-sponsored by New Westminster Public Library and SUCCESS.
- MONDAY JUNE 11TH
Tillicum Toastmasters, because solid public speaking ability is a great skill to have. Check out the club and have fun, guests are welcomed, 7: 20 to 9: 30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St., New West. Info: 3435.toastmastersclubs.org or call 778-822-9212.
- FRIDAY, JUNE 15
Communication Skills, 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.
- SATURDAY, JUNE 16
HUB presents streetwise cycling course, from noon to 4: 30 p.m. at the Centennial Community Centre, 65 East Sixth Ave. The course teaches safe bicycling skills through classroom and on-road training. To register, go to www.bikehub. ca/streetwise.
Glenbrooke North Residents Association, 13th annual garage sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. ReduceReuseRecycle, de-clutter your home and make money too. Come and find a great deal while getting to know your neighbours. Donations gratefully accepted for Monarch Place, a local transition house offering shelter and support to women and children fleeing violence. To register your Glenbrooke North garage sale location, go to www.glenbrookenorth.ca or contact marya@glenbrooke north.ca with Garage Sale in the subject line.
- MONDAY, JUNE 18TH
Tillicum Toastmasters, because solid public speaking ability is a great skill to have. Check out our club and have fun, guests are welcomed, 7: 20 to 9: 30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St., New West. Info: 3435.toastmastersclubs.org or call 778-822-9212.
- FRIDAY, JUNE 22
Problem Solving and Time Management, 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 JUNE 25TH
Tillicum Toastmasters, because solid public speaking ability is a great skill to have. Check out our club and have fun, guests are welcomed, 7: 20 to 9: 30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St., New West. Info: 3435.toastmastersclubs.org or call 778-822-9212.
- 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.
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.
- ONGOING 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.
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 email [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, 6042946913.
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. 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: 6045269198.
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.
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