Monday, October 8
Codependents Anonymous, Freedom group, 12-step program for men and women who want healthier, more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meeting is at 7:30 p.m. at 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.
Tuesday, October 9
Read With Us book club, launching today at New Westminster Public Library with a discussion about The Help by Kathlyn Stockett. Read the book, drop in and enjoy the discussion, 7 p.m., 716 Sixth Ave. New Westminster Public Library has copies of the book. Info: 604-527-4667.
Wednesday, October 10
The New Westminster Public Library, new travel show season kicks off with an armchair safari to Kenya and Tanzania. Hope McLatchy will show her photographs, 7:30 p.m., 716 Sixth Ave in the auditorium. The travel shows are co-sponsored by the University Women's Club of New Westminster. Info: 604-527-4660.
Saturday, October 13
Seniors and Family Festival, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Royal City Centre, 610 Sixth St., Free. Includes kids' zone, information booths about community resources for seniors and families and entertainment.
Queens Avenue Daycare, indoor garage sale fundraiser, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 529 Queens Ave., in the gymnasium. Includes kitchenwares, toys, collectibles, clothing and much more. For table rentals ($10 each), call 604-525-3255.
Monday, October 15
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.
Tillicum Toastmasters, solid public speaking is a great skill to have. Check out our club and have fun - guests welcome, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Tuesday, October 16
Hidden Treasures: An Antiques Appraisal Clinic, New Westminster Public Library, 7 p.m. Pre-register for the limited free tickets by calling 604-527-4667. Tickets must be picked up by Saturday, Oct. 13 or they'll go to another person. Ticket holders may bring one portable item for appraisal by noted museum and estate appraiser, Al Bowen. For large items or sets, bring a photograph or a piece such as a drawer or a plate. The clinic is held in the library's auditorium at 716 Sixth Ave. It is wheelchair accessible.
Employment workshops, presented by MOSAIC's settlement program and hosted by New Westminster Public Library, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register for one or all sessions. Today's topic: Job Search. The workshops will be held in English with Chinese interpretation available. For more information or to register call MOSAIC at 604-438-8214 (extension 104).
Wednesday, October 17
Employment workshops, presented by MOSAIC's settlement program and hosted by New Westminster Public Library, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register for one or all sessions. Today's topic: resume writing. The workshops will be held in English with Chinese interpretation available. For more information or to register call MOSAIC at 604-438-8214 (extension 104).
Thursday, October 18
Employment workshops, presented by MOSAIC's settlement program and hosted by New Westminster Public Library, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register for one or all sessions. Today's topic: cover letters. The workshops will be held in English with Chinese interpretation available. For more information or to register call MOSAIC at 604-438-8214 (extension 104).
Friday, October 19
Employment workshops, presented by MOSAIC's settlement program and hosted by New Westminster Public Library, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register for one or all sessions. Today's topic: job interviews. The workshops will be held in English with Chinese interpretation available. For more information or to register call MOSAIC at 604-438-8214 (extension 104).
Saturday, October 20
New Wild West Hoedown, features Wild West cancan dancers, western singers with some original songs by Dave Cobb and Mark MacKenzie, and stories of a western characters, Sapperton Hall, 318 Keary St. Three-course dinner by Judy B, silent auction and odor prizes, wine and beer saloon. Fundraiser for New Westminster Lions. Tickets are $25 per person and available from New West Lions. Proceeds to New Westminster Lions Club projects and Sapperton Pensioners.
Prayer That Works, with Norm Bleichman of Newburyport, Massachusetts, free public talk on Christian Science, sharing his spiritual prayer experiences and answering your questions, 11 a.m., First Church of Christ Scientist, 633 Eighth St. info: 604-523-9791.
Monday, October 22
Codependents Anonymous, Freedom group, 12-step program for men and women who want healthier, more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meeting is at 7:30 p.m. at 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 community club and have fun. Guests welcome, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Saturday, October 27
Christmas, Craft and Cookies Sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave.
Harvest Dinner, 5:30 p.m., St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church hall, 121 East Columbia. Tickets: adults - $20 and under 13 - $10. Info: 778-837-7819.
Monday, October 29
Codependents Anonymous, Freedom group, 12-step program for men and women who want healthier, more functional relationships with themselves and others. Meeting is at 7:30 p.m. at 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 is a great skill to have. Check out our club and have fun - guests welcome, 7:20 to 9:30 p.m., Unity in Action hall, 1630 Edinburgh St. Info: http://3435.toastmastersclubs.org or email [email protected].
Saturday, November 3
Christmas tea and bazaar, 12:30 to 3 p.m., Knox Presbyterian Church, 402 East Columbia St.
Monday, November 19
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.
Tuesday, November 20
Read With Us book club, New Westminster Public Library, discussion about Life of Pi by Yann Martel. Read the book, drop in and enjoy the discussion, 7 p.m., 716 Sixth Ave. New Westminster Public Library has copies of the book. Info: 604-527-4667.
