Summer doesn’t officially begin until June 21, but summer fun is already kicking into full swing in New West.
Here’s a look at some of the events featuring a summer vibe that are happening in New West in June – starting with this weekend’s official opening celebration for the Agnes Street Greenway and the Queensborough Children’s Festival.
Saturday, June 17
The Agnes Street Greenway grand opening celebration is on Saturday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., near the intersection of Merivale and Agnes streets (close to École Qayqayt Elementary School). The family-friendly celebration includes a ribbon-cutting, an art show, a cycling activity, recognition of the new Indigenous crosswalk art, and free artisan ice pops for the first 100 attendees.
The Queensborough Children’s Festival features a great lineup of entertainment and activities for families. It’s happening from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Queensborough Community Centre’s outdoor stage and field (920 Ewen Ave., New Westminster). The entertainment lineup includes: Music with Marnie; Dance with Astou; and a surprise musical guest. Attendees can enjoy a variety of activities and purchase food from the Queensborough Community Centre Café, Mom’s Grilled Cheese Sandwiches or the Knights of Columbus hot dog and burger BBQ. (Due to limited parking, the Queensborough Special Programs committee encourages folks to walk or take public transit.)
The Glenbrooke North neighbourhood garage sale runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in a neighbourhood bounded by 10th and Sixth avenues and McBride Boulevard and Sixth Street. (It’s no longer hosted by the area’s residents’ association, but by Scott Clarke & Associates. Look for directional arrows and balloons to guide you to participating residences.)
Till June 30
June is Community Bike Month in New West, and a series of cycling events are being held including a self-guided scavenger hunt by bicycle, community bike ride (Sunday, June 18 – Hume Park, Sapperton Landing and Queen’s Park) and a Community Bike Day (June 24 in Moody Park). HUB Cycling is also offering two online courses. Details at newwestcity.ca/bike-month.
Saturday, June 25
Steel & Oak Brewery Celebrates SO9 – their ninth anniversary – at a party behind the brewery (1319 Third Ave.) from noon to 5 p.m. Along with beverages (including beer, cider, seltzer and lemonade), attendees will be able to purchase food from food trucks including Top Rope Birria, Sirius Cravings Smash Burgers, Old Country Pierogi and Mr. Arancino Risotto Balls. This family-friendly and dog-friendly celebration provides ample shade, water, and misting stations to keep everyone comfortable throughout the day.
Every Thursday this summer
The New West Farmers Market runs every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. in Tipperary Park (315 Queens Ave.), next to New Westminster City Hall. Fresh produce, prepared foods and alcohol are among the offerings at this family-friendly event that also includes live music and food trucks.
Thursdays in June (and July)
The New Westminster Sr. A Salmonbellies take to the floor at Queen’s Park Arena for regular season home games on several Thursday nights until the end of July: June 22 – Burnaby Lakers; June 29 – Langley Thunder; July 6 – Langley Thunder; July 20 – Victoria Shamrocks; July 27 – Maple Ridge Burrards. All games start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the box office or online at Salmonbellies.com.
Sunday, June 25
Queen’s Park Concert Series featuring Fiona Abigail D’Silva (curlsandviolins), an acoustic and electric violinist based in Vancouver. She’s performing in the Queen’s Park bandshell from 2 to 3 p.m.
Friday, June 30
New West Craft Summer Night Market returns to River Market and the boardwalk from 5 to 9 p.m., featuring more than 60 handmade vendors and live music.
