Secrets
Secrets By Linda M. Tobias My kids are terrible at keeping secrets. This is bad news for their dad. Despite his best efforts, I always find out about the stop for ice cream on the way home an hour before dinner. I’d like to think that, as they get older, their openness will continue. If [...]
Si, Oui and More – Bilingualism in Child Development
Si, Oui and More – Bilingualism in Child Development Nancy Saraiva Strolling down a bustling New Westminster street, there is a Chinese restaurant up ahead displaying the special of the week in the Chinese language. Next, there’s an Indian sweet shop and the Hindi language advertising the delicious treats. Further down the block, is a [...]
ArtStarts at River Market May 26
ArtStarts at River Market presents Exploring the Impossible with magician Sheldon Casavant A free performance and workshop for kids and families! Sunday, May 26, 2013 at 11am & 1pm (2 sessions) at River Market at Westminster Quay, 810 Quayside Drive, New Westminster Sheldon’s magic show is light-hearted and highly interactive. Objects will appear, disappear, and [...]
Best Beginnings Online Prenatal Registration
The public health nurses in Fraser Health are pleased to announce that the Best Beginnings Online Prenatal Registration is live. All women who live in Fraser Health are now able to register for the Best Beginnings Program on-line at the Best Beginnings website. Find practical information and reliable resources for women, expectant parents, and [...]
Queen’s Park Garage Sale May 11th!
The Queen’s Park Garage Sale is well known for good family deals and a fun spot for kids to explore & shop on a budget….find a pretty dress for a great price, a new-to-you toy, or a unique treasure for a Mother’s Day present! And if you shop til you drop, then you’ll stop by a fresh lemonade stand [...]
Work and Family…Finding the Balance
B.C. Council for Families has a great workbook to help parents who are juggling parents and work! Check it out here: http://bccf.ca/shop/products/work-and-familyfinding-balance.
Purpose Society 30th Anniversary Street Fair June 8
Save the date! Purpose Society Celebrates 30 Years with a Free Street Fair June 8 – 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Hyack Square – Columbia and 8th Street, New Westminster Fun Activities For All Ages – Food, Games, Entertainment!
49th Annual Hyack Majors Division Baseball Tournament
EVENT: 49th Annual Hyack Majors Division Baseball Tournament DATES: May 24-26 LOCATION: Baseball diamonds of Moody Park GAME TIMES: Friday, 6:00 pm; Saturday, 10:00, 2:45 and 5:30; Sunday 10:00, 1:00 and 4:00 DETAILS: 16 Little League teams from throughout Metro Vancouver will compete for the title of Hyack Champions including two teams representing New Westminster– [...]
New West Neighborhood Small Grants!
Need money for the neighbourhood barbeque you’ve been hoping to organize? Do neighbours in your area need to reach out to the new residents? Or, are you trying to create more visual identity in your neighbourhood? Or maybe to start that community garden you’ve always dream of? Great news! the Neighbourhood Small Grants program is [...]
Photo Shoot at Fraser River Discovery Centre
The Fraser River Discovery Centre is looking for families with children in the K to grade 4 age groups, and their siblings, to help us capture the fun that families have while exploring at Discovery Centre. Photos taken during the shoot will be used in a series of marketing materials created by the Discovery Centre [...]
