Friday, April 5
Wild Life, a new four-person show by New West Artists in partnership with thenetworkhub.ca. Opening reception, 6 to 8 p.m., second floor of River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. Wild Life features artists Alicija Draganska, Robert Jost, James Price and Julia Schoennagel. Art can be viewed during Networking Hub's hours, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, April 6
The Westminster Church Choir and friends, present I Will Rise, a musical, which offers some of today's most popular worship songs blended with many of the church's most beloved hymns, 7:15 p.m., Westminster SDA Church, 7925 10th Ave. Burnaby (enter from 11th Avenue off Sixth Street - just across the New Westminster border). Concert is designed for people of all ages and denominations. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Freewill offering will be taken. Info: 604-524-6969.
Monday, April 8
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a 12-step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meets 7:30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
Tillicum Toastmasters, Looking for work - come out to Tilliucum Toastmasters and see how thinking on your feet can help you out in that all important interview. Don't lose out, build your public speaking confidence with a great community club and have fun. Guests are welcomed, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Wednesday, April 10
Follow in artist Georgia O'Keeffe's footsteps to New Mexico, at the monthly travel show at the New Westminster Public Library. Gayle Mavor will lead an armchair trip to Santa Fe, Taos and Ghost Ranch, where O'Keeffe spent the second half of her life. Mavor's own experience of the area, through photographs, is interspersed with anecdotes about O'Keeffe's life. Travel show takes place at 7:30 p.m., in library auditorium, 716 Sixth Ave. The library is wheelchair accessible. The library and the University Women's Club of New Westminster cosponsor the travel shows.
Friday, April 12
LitFest New West launch, 6:30 p.m., New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Presentation by some of the women who authored or were featured in the new book Grace, Grit and Gusto, which recognizes New Westminster women, past and present, who have made significant contributions to their city, province and country. Reception for the opening of LitFest will follow. Pre-registration is appreciated by calling 604-527-4667.
Saturday, April 13
Century House annual thrift sale, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., 620 Eighth St. Free admission. Bargains galore, including clothing, small appliances, jewelry, kitchenware, books, knick-knacks, records, plants and more. Everyone welcome. Refreshments available.
Monday, April 15
Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security Information, overview of eligibility requirements, types of benefits available, benefits for low income seniors and changes to the CPP will be discussed, followed by a question-and-answer period, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The library is located at 716 Sixth Ave. and is wheelchair accessible. For more information and to register, call 604-527-4667. The classes are co-sponsored by New Westminster Public Library and Services Canada.
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a 12-step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meets 7:30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
Tillicum Toastmasters, 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. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Wednesday, April 17
New Westminster Historical Society evening, 7:30 p.m., auditorium of New Westminster Pubic Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Topic: From New Westminster to Old Westminster - Sir Richard McBride. Presentation by Patricia Roy, author of a new biography of Sir Richard McBride, Boundless Optimism. Free.
Monday, April 22
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a 12-step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meets 7:30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
Tillicum Toastmasters, build your public speaking confidence with a great community club and have fun. Guests are welcomed, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Tuesday, April 23
Read With Us book club, New Westminster Public Library will celebrate World Book Day with a discussion of the book The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold, 7 p.m. Read the book and join in a lively discussion. Copies of the book can be borrowed from the library. Please pre-register at 604-527-4667. The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 Sixth Ave.
Friday, April 26
Ukrainian perogy supper, Holy Eucharist Church hall, Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street, 5 to 8 p.m. Perogy sales from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: 604-526-0988 or 604-522-7711.
Monday, April 29
Codependents Anonymous Freedom Group, a 12-step program for men and women who want healthier more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meets 7:30 p.m., Royal Columbian Hospital, 330 East Columbia St., Neil Russell Room, third floor, Columbia Tower. Info: Sue at 604-580-8889 or the CoDA information line at 604-515-5585.
Tillicum Toastmasters, effective communication skills are one key to success and happiness. Be a guest at Tillicum Toastmasters and see how thinking on your feet and developing public speaking skills can help you improve those essential communication skills to become a better public speaker and leaders. Guests are welcomed, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action Hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
