We're continuing with our popular feature - our staff's Top 5 (Or More) Things To Do This Weekend. This Feb. 24 to 26 weekend, we have a little something for everyone - whether you're interested in getting involved in the city or learning more about its history, there's a chance for you to do it this weekend.
1 Get to know about some of the opportunities for volunteers with New Westminster parks, culture and recreation.
The city is holding a volunteer orientation for youth who are interested in learning about volunteer opportunities at the Youth Centre at Moody Park, the Queen's Park petting farm, Moody Park Arena, Century House, Queens borough Community Centre and other facilities in New Westminster, as well as for special events.
The workshop is being held on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. to noon.
It's free, but pre-registration is required. Call 604-519-1066.
2 Get to know about Guiding around the world when New Westminster Girl Guides of Canada hold their 47th annual international fair.
The New Westminster District Girl Guides are celebrating the international sisterhood of Guiding in 145 countries, with each Girl Guide unit in New Westminster having a display about a Guiding country and a presentation on stage.
The community event also features a bake sale and a concession stand.
The event is taking place on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 10: 30 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m.
3 Get out and explore New Westminster as part of
Heritage Week, which runs Feb. 20 to 26.
Take a walk through the neighbourhood and check out some of the heritage homes or drop by Irving House and see what's new.
Local kids can take part in the City of New Westminster's annual Heritage Colouring Contests and vie for some awesome prizes.
The deadline for entering is Tuesday, Feb. 28.
Entries are available by calling the planning division at 604-527-4532.
4 Get out and attend the Queen's Park Residents' Association's annual general meeting, which features topics of interest to all community members.
The meeting, taking place on Sunday, Feb. 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Centennial Lodge in Queen's Park, features presentations about lighting enhancements planned for the park, the master planning process that's getting underway for Queen's Park and property assessments.
5 Get out and buy some books - and support a local daycare/junior kindergarten at the same time.
Cefa New Westminster is holding a Scholastic book fare on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 2 to 5 p.m. at 725 Carnarvon St. All welcome.
Email your Top 5 ideas to [email protected] or send them to tmcmanus@ royalcityrecord.com. You can also check out our full arts and events calendar listings on our website, www.royalcityrecord.com.
