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Living Guide SPRING 2015 APRIL - JUNE
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REGISTRATION OPTIONS
CANADA GAMES POOL & FITNESS CENTRE 65 East Sixth Avenue 604.526.4281 Mon. - Fri. 6:00 am - 9:30 pm Saturday 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
Registered programs require pre-registration and walkups may be disappointed. Registration is on-going. Gymnastics, skating or swimming lesson participants can conveniently register on the last day of the present session to ensure enrollment in the proper level. Need a PIN number for online registration? just give us a call!
CENTENNIAL COMMUNITY CENTRE & FITNESS NEW WEST 65 East Sixth Avenue 604.777.5100 Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 am - 8:30 pm Friday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Sat. - Sun. 8:30 am - 1:00 pm CENTURY HOUSE 620 Eighth Street 604.519.1066 Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 pm MOODY PARK ARENA 701 Eighth Avenue 604.525.5301 Mon. - Sun. 8:30 am - 8:30 pm NEW WESTMINSTER MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES 777 Columbia Street 604.527.4640 MUSEUM Daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm ARCHIVES Daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Reference Services 12:00 - 5:00 pm IRVING HOUSE SAMSON V 302 Royal Avenue Wed. - Sun. Sat. - Sun.
302 Royal Avenue 880 Quayside Drive 12:00 - 5:00 pm (May 6 - Aug. 30) 12:00 - 4:00 pm (IH) (until May)
PARKS HOTLINE
604.527.4634
QUEEN’S PARK ARENA First Street & Third Avenue 604.777.5111 Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm QUEEN’S PARK ARENEX First Street & Third Avenue 604.777.5121 Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY CENTRE 920 Ewen Avenue 604.525.7388 Mon. - Fri. 7:00 am - 9:30 pm Saturday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Sunday 8:30 am - 8:30 pm YOUTH CENTRE @ MOODY PARK 620 Eighth Street 604.515.3775 Mon. - Thurs. 3:15 - 9:00 pm Fri. - Sat. 3:15 - 11:00 pm ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 600 Eighth Street 604.527.4567 Mon. - Fri. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm nwpcr@newwestcity.ca www.newwestpcr.ca
1) www.newwestpcr.ca 2) Call us 3) Drop-in
OH NO - WE HAD TO CANCEL A CLASS!
Sometimes excellent classes with super instructors will be cancelled or combined if you wait until the last minute to register. Our programmers make this decision about one week prior to the course start date, so register early to avoid disappointment.
WE THINK YOU’RE ‘PICTURE PERFECT’
We’re proud of our programs and we like to show it. So picture this...we have several friendly photographers who visit our programs and events looking for a picture of you. These photos are used to promote civic services. If you object to having your child’s picture taken, please let our photographers or staff know. They will be happy to comply.
OOPS!!!
Despite the best efforts of our Active Living Guide team, an error may slip through. We apologize for any inconvenience. In the event of a printing error, the information or fee provided by our customer service representatives will be deemed accurate.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Parks, Culture & Recreation partners with Fraserside Community Services (2nd floor, 519 Seventh Street, 604.522.3722 ex. 120) in the delivery of our Subsidy Program that provides low-income New Westminster residents with a 50% discount on most programs offered in our Active Living Guide. Simply visit or call Fraserside to determine your eligibility on Wednesday to Friday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 4:30 pm.
ADVERTISE IN THE ACTIVE LIVING GUIDE
If you are interested in advertising in the Active Living Guide, please contact Linda Gale at the Royal City Record, lgale@royalcityrecord.com or 604.444.3071.
ACCESSIBILITY
Learn more about our accessibility with our parks, facilities and services at www.newwestpcr.ca.
SALES TAX
Where applicable, sales tax is included in the listed prices.
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GENERAL
ANVIL CENTRE 777 Columbia Street 604.527.4640 Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Sat. - Sun. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
GENERAL
GENERAL
PRETEEN & YOUTH
Animal Services....................... 82 Cultral Map............................. 75 Drop-in Schedules..................... 5 Aquatic........................................................5 Group Fitness..............................................6 Gymnastics & Trampoline.........................10 Skating ....................................................10 Sports..........................................................9 Weight Room..............................................9 Youth ........................................................11 Free Swims............................. 22 General Information.................. 3 Museum.................................. 80 Contact Information.................. 3 Library.................................... 76 Time Traveler.......................... 84 50+ Programs........................ 42
11 - 18 years Arts & Crafts........................... 49 Dance..................................... 49 Fitness.................................... 49 General.................................. 50 Library.................................... 52 Music...................................... 52 Special Events......................... 53 Sports..................................... 54
ADULTS
LESSONS
Aquatics.................................. 12 Gymnastics............................. 22
Recreation Programs
INFANTS
1 - 12 months General.................................. 29 Library.................................... 29
TODDLERS
1 - 3 years Arts & Crafts........................... 30 General.................................. 30 Library.................................... 31 Sports..................................... 31
PRESCHOOL
19+ years Arts & Crafts........................... 55 Computers.............................. 58 Dance..................................... 59 Fitness.................................... 60 Fitness Centres........................ 66 General.................................. 68 Heritage................................. 68 Library.................................... 69 Partnership Programs.............. 71 Sports..................................... 73 Century House........................ 75
FAMILY
General.................................. 77 Heritage................................. 78 Library.................................... 79 Museum.................................. 80
3 - 5 years Arts & Crafts........................... 32 Dance..................................... 32 Fitness.................................... 33 General.................................. 33 Library.................................... 34 Parties..................................... 35 Sports..................................... 35
CHILDREN
6 - 12 years Arts & Crafts........................... 37 Dance..................................... 38 Fitness.................................... 40 General.................................. 40 Heritage................................. 44 Library.................................... 44 Music...................................... 44 Parties..................................... 45 Sports..................................... 45 4
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DROP-IN SCHEDULES
CANADA GAMES POOL AQUATIC & FITNESS CENTRE DROP-IN SCHEDULES Canada Games Pool • 65 East Sixth Avenue • 604.526.4281 • Effective April 1
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
6:00 am - 9:55 pm All Fitness Areas
SATURDAY
6:00 am - 10:25 pm 8:00 am - 8:25 pm All Fitness Areas All Fitness Areas
SUNDAY 8:00 am - 9:55 pm All Fitness Areas
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
6:30 - 8:30 am Early Bird (50m lengths)
6:30 - 8:30 am Early Bird (50m lengths)
6:30 - 8:30 am Early Bird (50m lengths)
6:30 - 8:30 am Early Bird (50m lengths)
6:30 - 9:00 am Early Bird (50m lengths)
8:30 am - 1:00 pm Adult Only Sauna, Swirl, Lengths & Swim Lessons
8:30 - 11:00 am Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths 8:30 - 11:00 am Parent & Tot Playtime
9:00 - 10:30 am Over 40’s Swim 8:30 - 11:30 am Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths 8:30 - 11:30 am Parent & Tot Playtime 10:30 - 11:15 am Deep Water Aquafit 11:30 am 1:00 pm Noon Swim 1:00 - 2:30 pm Over 40’s Swim 1:30 - 2:15 pm Aquafit 40+ 2:30 - 4:25 pm Public Swim 4:30 - 6:30 pm Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths 5:45 - 6:30 pm Shallow Aquafit
8:30 - 11:30 am Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths 9:00 - 11:30 am Swim Lessons 10:30 - 11:15 am Deep Water Aquafit 11:30 am 1:00 pm Noon Swim 1:00 - 3:00 pm Parent & Tot Playtime 1:00 - 8:30 pm Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths 3:00 - 8:30 pm Swim Lessons
8:30 - 9:15 pm Deep Water Aquafit
8:30 - 11:30 am Parent & Tot Playtime 10:30 - 11:15 am Deep Water Aquafit 11:30 am 1:00 pm Noon Swim 1:00 - 2:30 pm Over 40’s Swim 1:30 - 2:15 pm Aquafit 40+ 2:30 - 4:25 pm Public Swim 4:30 - 6:30 pm Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths
8:30 - 11:30 am Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths
9:30 - 10:15 am Aquafit 40+
9:00 - 11:30 am Swim Lessons
10:30 - 11:30 am Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths
10:30 - 11:15 am Deep Water Aquafit
10:30 - 11:15 am Deep Water Aquafit
11:30 am 1:00 pm Noon Swim
11:30 am 1:00 pm Noon Swim
1:00 - 3:00 pm Parent & Tot Playtime 1:00 - 8:30 pm Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths
1:00 - 8:30 pm Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths
3:00 - 8:30 pm Swim Lessons
3:00 - 8:30 pm Swim Lessons
8:30 - 10:00 pm Public Swim Slide open 8:30 - 9:00 pm
8:30 - 10:25 pm Public Swim Slide open 8:30 - 9:30 pm
8:30 - 11:00 am Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths
12:15 - 1:00 pm Zumba Aquafit 1:00 - 8:25 pm Public Swim Slide open 1:00 - 3:00 pm & 6:30 - 7:30 pm
11:00 am 1:00 pm Family Swim
1:00 - 8:25 pm Public Swim Slide open 1:00 - 3:00 pm & 6:30 - 7:30 pm
5:45 - 6:30 pm Shallow Aquafit
6:30 - 8:25 pm Public Swim Slide open 7:00-8:00 pm 8:30 - 9:55 pm Adult Swim Deep end closed 8:30 - 9:15 pm
8:30 - 11:30 am Adult Only Sauna, Swirl & Lengths
6:30 - 8:25 pm Public Swim Slide open 7:00-8:00 pm 8:30 - 10:00 pm Public Swim Slide open 8:30 - 9:00 pm 8:30 - 9:15 pm Zumba Aquafit
8:30 - 9:55 pm Adult Swim Deep end closed 8:30 - 9:15 pm 8:30 - 9:15 pm Deep Water Aquafit
8:30 - 9:15 pm Zumba Aquafit
Child (4 - 12 years) FREE - 3 & under $2.85 or 10 for $22.80 Youth (13 - 18 years) $3.90 or 10 for $31.50 $37.00 One Month Pass $100.00 Three Month Pass Senior (65+ years) $3.00 or 10 for $24.15 $37.00 One Month Pass $100.00 Three Month Pass Adult (19 - 65 years) $6.00 or 10 for $47.25 40 for $168.00 Family Pack (4 Adults, 6 Children tickets) $31.00 Monthly Pass for Early Bird/Noon Swims $45.50 Three month Early Bird Pass $118.00
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8:30 - 9:55 pm Adult Swim
Unlimited Swim/Fitness Centre Pass One Month $56.00 Three month $148.50 Unlimited Swim/Fitness Centre Combo Pass Canada Games Pool, Centennial Community Centre & Queensborough Community Centre One Month $62.00 Three month $165.75 All prices include GST SWIM CANCELLATION DUE TO HYACK INVITATIONAL SWIM MEET Friday, May 15 - Sunday, May 17 All Swims Cancelled Upstairs Fitness Centre Open Regular Hours 5
DROP-IN SCHEDULES
FITNESS DROP-IN SCHEDULE TIME
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
FITNESS NEW WEST • CENTENNIAL COMMUNITY CENTRE • 65 EAST SIXTH AVENUE • 604.777.5100 8:25 am
STEP & SCULPT
BODY FIT
8:30 am 9:20 am
PILATES MAT WORKOUT
CARDIO MIX
WORKOUT
CARDIO MIX
WORKOUT
9:30 am 10:30 am
F.I.T. CORE FITNESS
BODY FIT LITE
POWER YOGA
BODY FIT LITE
CORE FITNESS
10:40 am 2:00 pm
WORKOUT
STEP MIX
CORE FITNESS
AFTERNOON STRETCH
2:30 pm
WALKING GROUP
5:15 pm
BODY FIT
KICK & BOX
BODY FIT
KICK & BOX
6:20 pm
POWER YOGA
STRETCH
POWER YOGA
STRETCH
6:30 pm
BODY FIT POWER YOGA
7:25 pm
WORKOUT LITE
STEP MIX
WORKOUT LITE
STEP MIX
8:30 pm
STEP & SCULPT
POWER YOGA
STEP & SCULPT
POWER YOGA
QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY CENTRE • 920 EWEN AVENUE• 604.525.7388 9:15 am
STRETCH & STRENGTH
GENTAL CARDIO A.M. CARDIO & CORE
9:30 am NORDIC WALKING
10:15 am 1:00 pm
OSTEOFIT
6:30 pm
TBC BOOT CAMP
BODY FIT
7:45 pm
HATHA YOGA
9:00 am
EXERCISE ROOM
EXERCISE ROOM
EXERCISE ROOM
EXERCISE ROOM
EXERCISE ROOM
9:30 am
WORKOUT
STRENGTH & STRETCH
WORKOUT
WORKOUT
STRENGTH & STRETCH
10:45 am
DROP-IN YOGA
DROP-IN YOGA
11:00 am
LIGHT EXERCISE
TONING
CENTURY HOUSE • 620 EIGHTH STREET • 604.519.1066 EXERCISE ROOM
TONING
12:00 pm
EXERCISE ROOM
CANADA GAMES POOL • 65 EAST SIXTH AVENUE • 604.526.4281 6:00 am
FITNESS AREAS
FITNESS AREAS
FITNESS AREAS
FITNESS AREAS
FITNESS AREAS
8:00 am
FITNESS AREAS
FITNESS AREAS
AQUAFIT 40+
9:30 am 10:15 am 10:30 am
DEEP WATER AQUAFIT
DEEP WATER AQUAFIT
DEEP WATER AQUAFIT
DEEP WATER AQUAFIT
DEEP WATER AQUAFIT ZUMBA AQUAFIT
12:15 pm 1:30 pm
AQUAFIT 40+
AQUAFIT 40+
5:45 pm
SHALLOW AQUAFIT
SHALLOW AQUAFIT
8:30 pm
DEEP WATER AQUAFIT
ZUMBA AQUAFIT
DEEP WATER AQUAFIT
ZUMBA AQUAFIT
CHILDMINDING AVAILABLE FOR SHADED CLASSES 6
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DROP-IN SCHEDULES
FITNESS DROP-IN FEES SERVICE
LOCATION
FITNESS CLASSES
CCC & QCC
AQUATIC
CHILD MINDING
AGE
SINGLE 10X PASS 20X PASS VISIT
14 - 18
$4.00
$31.50
19 - 64
$5.75
$46.00
$86.00
$161.70
65+
$3.30
$26.25
$49.35
$92.40
$61.95
CH & QCC
50+
$4.15
$33.50
CGP
14 - 18
$3.90
$31.50
19 - 64
$6.00
$47.25
65+
$3.00
$24.15
0-5
$4.60
$36.80
CCC & CGP
40X PASS
$168.00
1 MONTH 3 MONTH 1 MONTH COMBO
3 MONTH COMBO
$56.00
$62.00
$148.50
$165.75
$56.00
$62.00
$148.50
$165.75
$69.00
AFTERNOON STRETCH (50+ years, CCC)
This gentle stretch class helps older adults improve flexibility, joint mobility, range of motion, balance and to prevent injury. Enjoy a wide range of appropriate stretches, from many disciplines, including fitness and yoga that will leave you lengthened, relaxed and rejuvenated. Suitable for all flexibility levels. Participants need to transfer from standing to floor work.
DROP-IN YOGA (50+ years, CH) This class focuses on the importance of mindful breathing to prepare your body and mind to move through a gentle flow of poses, at your own pace, requiring different levels of strength and balance. A restful meditation closing will leave you feeling calm and centered.
BODY FIT (14+ years, CCC & QCC)
(14+ years, CCC) This aggressive workout is designed for fit participants that desire a very intense group exercise experience. You’ll combine high intensity cardio with interval training, focused body conditioning and core training to get a very challenging workout!
This challenging workout alternates basic, high intensity exercises for cardio, body conditioning and core training in an interval format. Use a variety of resistance equipment, working at your own level, for a guaranteed awesome total body workout!
BODY FIT LITE (14+ years, CCC) A moderate version of Body Fit, this class provides all the benefits of interval training at a more manageable intensity level with a greater range of modifications. Intervals aimed at developing cardio output, core strength and overall body conditioning will be followed by a longer stretch to release working muscles. CARDIO AND CORE (14+ years, QCC)
Improve your cardiovascular ability and tighten that mid-section with this fun and functional class. The first portion of the class is dedicated to a cardio workout and the second portion will include core and overall body strengthening moves. Come get your heart rate up and improve core and full-body tone and strength! All fitness levels are welcome!
F.I.T. - FOCUSED INTENSE TRAINING
GENTLE CARDIO AM (50+ years, QCC)
A more aerobic exercise based class geared towards older adults. Gradually get your heart rate up during this fun and energizing class.
HATHA YOGA (14+ years, QCC)
This yoga uses postures and stretches in combination with the breath to develop flexibility and relaxation. This class encourages proper alignment of the body and brings balance, strength and calmness.
CARDIO MIX (14+ years, CCC) What do you get when you mix energetic cardio training, body conditioning with light dumbbells, resistance tubing and stability balls? An excellent total body workout! Finish with a relaxing, well-deserved cooldown and stretch. CORE FITNESS (14+ years, CCC)
This exciting core-conditioning workout has just the right fusion of traditional abdominal, lower back and hip exercises. The unique blend of functional mat and stability ball exercises will connect you to your CORE like never before! No cardio but still a great workout!
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DROP-IN SCHEDULES
KICK & BOX (14+ years, CCC)
STEP & SCULPT (14+ years, CCC)
LIGHT EXERCISE (50+ years, CH) This class includes breathing, stretching, balancing, chair exercises and a gentle aerobic walking component to familiar music. Tips on healthy living, osteoporosis, arthritis and fall prevention is included with lots of fun and humour. This gentle class allows your own pace.
STEP MIX (14+ years, CCC)
NEW WEST WALKS GROUP (19+ years, CCC) Canada’s most popular physical activity improves cardio-vascular fitness, muscle tone, endurance and helps manage your weight. Done anywhere, anytime; walking is accessible to all! We will walk weekly to explore our City and socialize. Please wear suitable footwear and appropriate clothing for the weather.
STRETCH (14+ years, CCC) Time to stretch out! This full body stretch class will relax and lengthen muscles, improve range of motion, flexibility, enhance balance and help prevent injury. A bonus is the mental relaxation and total body rejuvenation that you’ll experience. Suitable for all flexibility levels. The perfect body TLC!
NORDIC WALKING (50+ years, QCC)
STRETCH & STRENGTH (50+ years, CH, QCC) Strengthen your muscles using light weights, tubing and your own body weight to build endurance and maintain bone mass. This class will finish off with stretching and relaxing.
This amazing total body workout is high energy, exciting and motivating. Enjoy a non-contact workout incorporating martial arts kicks and boxing punches. It’s great for cardio-respiratory fitness, muscular endurance, hand/eye coordination, agility and speed. It’s also a fun way to reduce stress!
This one-hour class has been proven to engage many muscle groups in the body to provide an excellent workout. The use of walking poles done properly improves balance, muscle strength and bone health. This program is funded by Osteoporosis Canada and the poles for participants will be provided.
OSTEOFIT (50+ Years, QCC)
Osteofit is a BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre certified exercise, education and falls prevention program for individuals with osteoporosis, low bone density or who are at risk of fractures and falls. Participants do NOT need a physician’s referral. Osteofit aims to provide safe and gentle exercises for individuals with minimal previous exercise experience.
PILATES MAT (14+ years, CCC)
Pilates is a system of exercises which, when practiced consistently, help to improve flexibility, strength, endurance, concentration, breathing and muscle control. These precise movements focus on developing the core muscles (the “powerhouse”) and overall body strength and awareness through the use of centering and alignment. Limited to 20 participants. Sign-up begins 30-minutes before class starts. Please bring your own yoga mat.
POWER YOGA (14+ years, CCC) Power Yoga uses the classic poses of hatha yoga to create a class that flows from start to finish. Movements are linked by breath (one breath, one movement) creating a sequenced flow that is physically challenging while promoting body, mind and breath awareness. Emphasis on correct alignment helps participants to create a deeper understanding of the poses and ensures that they safely get the most physical benefit out of the practice. This class is ideal for increasing flexibility, balance, endurance and mental focus. 8
Experience a high energy, easy-to-follow cardio workout on the STEP. Afterwards, challenge your muscles and shape your body using a creative blend of dumbbell, resistance tubing and stability ball exercises. This classic workout is complete with a relaxing cool down and stretch.
Mix it up in this motivating and energizing STEP workout. An excellent combination of cardio training, body conditioning and core exercises, using the STEP and a variety of training equipment, gives you a great balanced workout.
TONING (50+ years, CH)
Focus on increasing endurance, in all major muscle groups, through the use of bands, weights and chair exercises. Improving your muscle tone will make everyday tasks easier and help improve bone density. Everyone is welcome and you can work at your pace.
WORKOUT (14+ years, CCC, 50+ years, CH)
This classic Fitness New West class expertly combines the major components of fitness: flexibility, muscular strength, endurance and aerobic training. You’ll have options to do low or high impact cardio and challenge yourself with a variety of conditioning exercises. It’s the best all around workout going!
TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING
(14+ years, QCC) Cover all your fitness bases in one class. This class combines cardio, strength and stretching. The workout is always varied, keeping class fun and challenging so you get you the results you want.
WORKOUT LITE (14+ years, CCC)
A moderate version of the Workout, this class features a shorter cardio section and more low impact alternatives. Floor work includes lower repetition exercises to work you in all the right places. An excellent class for those starting a fitness program or wanting a lower intensity workout.
See our Registered Fitness Programs, page 60. pcr@newwestcity.ca
DROP-IN SCHEDULES
ADULT & YOUTH SPORTS DROP-IN SCHEDULE TIME
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
QUEEN’S PARK ARENEX • FIRST STREET & THIRD AVENUE • 604.777.5121 12:00 pm
SOCCER
6:50 pm 8:00 pm
BADMINTON
BADMINTON
WOMENS’ FLOOR HOCKEY
VOLLEYBALL
GYMNASTICS
8:30 pm
QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY CENTRE • 920 EWEN AVENUE • 604.525.7388 QUEENSBOROUGH MIDDLE SCHOOL • 833 SALTER STREET • 604.525.7388 9:30 am
PICKLEBALL (QCC)
PICKLEBALL (QCC) FAMILY GYM (QCC)
1:15 pm 5:30 pm
BADMINTON (QCC)
6:00 pm
BASKETBALL (QMS)
PICKLEBALL/ TABLE TENNIS (QCC)
BADMINTON/ PICKLEBALL (QMS)
7:00 pm
BASKETBALL (QCC)
VOLLEYBALL (QMS)
PICKLEBALL
Pickleball is a hybrid of badminton, tennis and table tennis. It is a game played with paddles and a perforated plastic whiffle ball that must bounce (for the first 2 rallies) after going over the net. Support will be there to help learn the game.
SPORTS DROP-IN FEES SERVICE
LOCATION
AGE
SINGLE VISIT
10X PASS
20X PASS
SOCCER, BADMINTON, VOLLEYBALL, FLOOR HOCKEY
QUEEN’S PARK ARENEX
16-18 19+
$4.00 $4.25
$32.03 $33.60
$59.85 $64.05
GYMNASTICS
QUEEN’S PARK ARENEX
13-18 19+
$6.50 $8.50
BADMINTON, BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL
QUEENSBOROUGH MIDDLE SCHOOL
13-18 19+
$4.00 $4.25
$32.03 $33.60
$59.85 $64.05
PICKLEBALL, TABLE TENNIS
QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY CENTRE
50+
$2.50
$19.95
$37.80
ICE HOCKEY
QUEEN’S PARK ARENA
19+
$4.25
$33.60
$64.05
WEIGHT ROOM HOURS FACILITY
MONDAY - FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
CANADA GAMES POOL
6:00 am - 9:55 pm
8:00 am - 8:25 pm
8:00 am - 9:55 pm
CENTURY HOUSE
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
12:00 - 3:30 pm
QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY CENTRE
7:30 am - 9:30 pm
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
8:30 am - 8:30 pm
WEIGHT ROOM DROP-IN FEES LOCATION
AGE
SINGLE VISIT
10X PASS
20X PASS
1 MONTH
QCC
14 - 18
$4.00
$31.50
$59.85
$37.25
19 - 64
$5.00
$39.90
$74.55
$43.00
65+
$3.00
$24.15
$45.15
$27.25
50+
$4.15
$33.50
$61.95
CH CGP
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1 MONTH COMBO $62.00
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DROP-IN SCHEDULES
TODDLER • PRESCHOOL • CHILDREN • DROP-IN SCHEDULE TIME
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
QUEEN’S PARK ARENEX • FIRST STREET & THIRD AVENUE • 604.777.5121 PARENT & TOT GYMNASTICS
8:30 am MOTORING MUNCHKINS
9:00 am 9:30 am
PARENT & TOT GYMNASTICS
11:30 am
MOTORING MUNCHKINS
MOTORING MUNCHKINS
PARENT & TOT GYMNASTICS PARENT & TOT GYMNASTICS
12:00 pm
MOTORING MUNCHKINS (1 - 6 years QPX) This drop-in play session is your child’s dream come true! Balls, toys, trampolines, swings…there is something for everyone. MOODY PARK ARENA SKATING DROP-IN SCHEDULE TIME
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
SATURDAY
PARENT & TOT SKATE
10:00 am LOONIE SKATE
11:30 am
LOONIE SKATE PUBLIC SKATE
1:15 pm PUBLIC SKATE
1:30 pm LOONIE SKATE
6:30 pm 6:45 pm
LOONIE SKATE YOUTH HOCKEY
8:15 pm
Child 3 & under Child (4 - 12 years) Youth (13 - 17 years) Adult (18+ years) Parent & Tot Skate 10
FAMILY SKATE
HOT SHOT KIDS’ HOCKEY
7:00 pm 8:00 pm
SUNDAY
ADULT SKATE ADULT SKATE
Free $2.00 or 10 for $16.00 $2.55 or 10 for $20.25 $4.00 or 10 for $31.90 $4.00 Adult, $2.00 Child pcr@newwestcity.ca
DROP-IN SCHEDULES
YOUTH • DROP-IN SCHEDULE Location
Time
East End Youth Glenbrook Middle School Grades 6 - 8 701 Park Cresent
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Greg Nolan: 604.834.2007, gnolan@newwestcity.ca 3:00 pm
East End Arts $20.00/ mo.
Girl’s & Boy’s Group
Youth Drop-in
3:15 pm FW Howay Elementary Grades 6 - 8 91 Courtney Cr.
3:00 pm
Fit Club $10.00/mo. at GMS
Queensborough Youth
Silisha Ali: 604.636.4441, sali@newwestcity.ca
Queensborough Middle School Grades 6 - 8 833 Salter Street
Youth Drop-in
Queensborough Community Centre Grades 8 - 12 920 Ewen Avenue
3:00 pm
Youth Drop-in
Cooking/ Sports
6:00 pm
Late Night Drop-in
7:00 pm
Basketball
4:00 pm
Youth Lounge
5:00 pm
Youth Drop-in, Floor Hockey
7:00 pm
Basketball
Central/West End Youth
Trevor Kavanagh: 604.834.0320, tkavanagh@newwestcity.ca
Century House Grades 6 - 8 620 Eighth Street
5:00 pm
Eat & Play ($3.00)
Lord Kelvin Grades 6 - 8 1010 Hamilton St.
3:00 pm
Girls’ & Boys’ Group
Ecole Qayqayt Elementary Grades 6 - 8 85 Merivale Street
3:00 pm
5:00 pm
Youth Drop-in Girls’ & Boys’ Groups
Youth Drop-in
3:15 pm
Central Arts (Irving House) $20.00
5:00 pm
Fit Club $10.00/ mo.
New Westminster Secondary School Grades 6 - 8 835 Eighth Street
7:00 pm
Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary Grades 6 - 8 1714 Eight Avenue
3:00 pm 5:00 pm
Youth Drop-in
Connaught Heights Elementary Grades 6 - 8 2201 London Street
7:00 pm
Youth Drop-in
Youth Centre Grades 8 - 12 620 Eighth Street
3:15 pm
Drop-in Basketball
Girls’ Group
Basketball
DJ Program Ladies Night
Boys’ Group
Cooking
Volleyball
Tournament Night
Movie Night
Drop-in Fees: $0.50 per drop-in or $16.00 per year. www.newwestyout.ca for more information.
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Infant
PARENT & TOT 1
(4 - 12 mos.) Parent Participation This parent participation class offers babies a fun introduction to water through songs, gradual submersion skills and back floats. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 9:30 am 131737 4:30 pm 131738 6:00 pm 131739 Thursday April 9- June 11 3:00 pm 132027 Friday April 10 - June 19 5:00 pm 132075 6:30 pm 132076 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132211 10:30 am 132212 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 9:30 am 131888 4:30 pm 131889 6:00 pm 131890 Registration Fee: $48.00
Toddler
PARENT & TOT 2
(1 - 2 years) Parent Participation This parent participation class includes breath control skills and basic to more advanced submersion techniques. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 10:00 am 131743 5:00 pm 131744 6:30 pm 131745 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 132029 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132079 7:00 pm 132080 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:30 am 132215 11:00 am 132216 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 10:00 am 131894 5:00 pm 131895 6:30 pm 131896 Registration Fee: $48.00
PARENT AND TOT 3
(2 - 3 years) Parent Participation This parent participation class is designed to encourage safe and independent swim skills. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 10:00 am 131740 5:00 pm 131741 7:00 pm 131742 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 132028 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132077 7:30 pm 132078 Saturday April 11 - June 20 10:00 am 132213 11:30 am 132214 Tues. & Thurs. May 12- June 11 10:00 am 131891 5:00 pm 131892 7:00 pm 131893 Registration Fee: $48.00 12
Preschool
SPLISH SPLASH (3 - 5 years)
This class is for children with little or no water exposure and it will be taught in the shallow tot pool with a gradual integration into the shallow end of the main pool. This class can only be offered on a limited basis due to pool space requirements. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 3:30 pm 131850 5:00 pm 131851 6:00 pm 131848 7:30 pm 131849 Friday April 10 - June 19 5:00 pm 132176 6:00 pm 132174 7:00 pm 132175 Saturday April 11 - June 20 10:00 am 132289 11:00 am 1 32290 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 3:30 pm 132002 5:00 pm 132003 6:00 pm 132000 7:30 pm 132001 Registration Fee: $67.00
TINY TOT BEGINNERS (3 years) A perfect water orientation class for your three year old. Songs and imagery will be used for a gradual introduction to getting wet, blowing bubbles, submersions and assisted back floats. Taught in the main pool. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 9:30 am 131858 10:30 am 1 31866 4:00 pm 131859 6:00 pm 131860 6:30 pm 131861 7:00 pm 131863 7:30 pm 131862 8:00 pm 131864 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:00 pm 132060 4:30 pm 132059 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:00 pm 132182 4:30 pm 132187 6:00 pm 132183 6:30 pm 132184 7:00 pm 132185 7:30 pm 132186 8:00 pm 132188 Saturday April 11 - June 20 8:30 am 132301 9:00 am 132295 9:30 am 132299 10:00 am 132296 10:00 am 132298 11:00 am 132297 11:30 am 132300 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 9:30 am 132015 10:30 am 1 32018 4:00 pm 132011 6:00 pm 132010 6:30 pm 132012 7:00 pm 132014 7:30 pm 132013 8:00 pm 132016 Registration Fee: $67.00 pcr@newwestcity.ca
AQUATIC LESSONS
TINY TOT ADVANCED (3 years) For the child that is comfortable submerging. We will focus on working from assisted floats to unassisted glides on both front and back. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 9:00 am 131852 4:00 pm 131856 6:00 pm 131854 7:00 pm 131855 8:00 pm 131857 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 132057 5:00 pm 132058 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132178 6:00 pm 132181 7:00 pm 132180 8:00 pm 132177 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132291 9:30 am 132293 10:30 am 132292 11:30 am 132294 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 9:00 am 132005 4:00 pm 132006 6:00 pm 132007 7:00 pm 132008 8:00 pm 132009 Registration Fee: $67.00
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PRE-SCHOOL 1 (4 - 6 years)
Water orientation will include songs and imagery for a gradual introduction to getting wet, blowing bubbles, submersion and assisted back floats. Taught in the main pool. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 9:00 am 131750 10:30 am 131746 3:30 pm 131747 4:30 pm 131753 6:00 pm 131749 6:30 pm 131751 7:00 pm 131754 8:00 pm 131752 Thursday April 10 - June 11 3:00 pm 132030 4:30 pm 132031 5:00 pm 132032 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132081 4:30 pm 132084 5:00 pm 132087 6:00 pm 132082 6:30 pm 132083 7:30 pm 132085 8:00 pm 132086 Saturday April 11 - June 20 8:30 am 132219 9:00 am 132221 10:00 am 132218 10:30 am 132217 11:00 am 132220 11:00 am 1 32222 11:30 am 132223 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 9:00 am 131898 10:30 am 1 31899 3:30 pm 131900 4:30 pm 131897 6:00 pm 131905 6:30 pm 131901 7:00 pm 131902 8:00 pm 131903 Registration Fee: $67.00
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AQUATIC LESSONS
PRE-SCHOOL 3 (4 - 6 years)
PRE-SCHOOL 2 (4 - 6 years)
For those that are comfortable submerging independently. Class focuses on working from assisted floats to unassisted glides on both the front and back. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 9:00 am 131760 10:00 am 131755 3:30 pm 131762 4:30 pm 131757 5:00 pm 131756 6:00 pm 131764 6:30 pm 131758 7:00 pm 131759 7:00 pm 131765 7:30 pm 131763 8:00 pm 131761 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 132033 4:00 pm 132035 5:00 pm 132034 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132088 4:30 pm 132090 5:00 pm 132093 6:00 pm 132091 6:00 pm 132094 6:30 pm 132095 7:00 pm 132092 7:30 pm 132096 8:00 pm 132089 Saturday April 11 - June 20 8:30 am 132228 9:00 am 132225 9:00 am 132231 9:30 am 132230 10:00 am 132226 10:30 am 1 32229 11:00 am 132224 11:30 am 132227 11:30 am 132232 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 9:00 am 131906 10:00 am 1 31909 3:30 pm 131913 4:30 pm 131912 5:00 pm 131907 6:00 pm 131908 6:30 pm 131914 7:00 pm 131910 7:00 pm 131915 7:30 pm 131916 8:00 pm 131917 Registration Fee: $67.00 14
Students will learn to kick in both front and back glides. They will also learn to transfer their body weight from one glide to another. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 10:30 am 131766 3:30 pm 131767 4:30 pm 131768 6:00 pm 131772 6:30 pm 131769 7:00 pm 131770 7:30 pm 131773 8:00 pm 131771 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:00 pm 132037 4:30 pm 132036 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132097 4:30 pm 132103 6:00 pm 132098 6:30 pm 132099 7:00 pm 132100 7:30 pm 132104 8:00 pm 132101 Saturday April 11- June 20 9:00 am 132236 9:30 am 132238 10:00 am 132237 10:30 am 1 32233 11:00 am 132234 11:30 am 132235 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 10:30 am 131921 3:30 pm 131922 4:30 pm 131923 6:00 pm 131925 6:30 pm 131919 7:00 pm 131920 7:30 pm 131924 8:00 pm 131918 Registration Fee: $67.00
PRE-SCHOOL 4 (4 - 6 years) This lesson will focus on learning the breathing position and breath control for front swim. Kick in back swim continues to be refined. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 4:00 pm 131775 6:30 pm 131777 7:30 pm 131778 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 132038 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132105 4:30 pm 132107 6:00 pm 132106 7:00 pm 132109 8:00 pm 132108 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132239 10:00 am 1 32241 11:00 am 132240 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:00 pm 131926 6:30 pm 131929 7:30 pm 131930 Registration Fee: $48.00
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Back crawl is introduced. Front swim focuses on a coordinated pull. Students will be challenged with distances to prepare them to move to School Age Level 4 upon successful completion. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 -May 7 4:00 pm 131785 6:30 pm 131784 7:30 pm 131786 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:30 pm 132040 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132113 6:30 pm 132115 7:30 pm 132114 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:30 am 132245 10:30 am 132244 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:00 pm 131935 6:30 pm 131937 7:30 pm 131938 Registration Fee: $48.00
School Age
LEVEL 1 (6 - 14 years)
PRE-SCHOOL 5 (4 - 6 years)
Students will learn arm propulsion for front swim. The back swim will focus on streamlining and body roll. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 4:00 pm 131780 6:30 pm 131782 7:30 pm 131781 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:30 pm 132039 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132110 6:30 pm 132111 7:30 pm 132112 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:30 am 132243 10:30 am 1 32242 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:00 pm 131933 6:30 pm 131934 7:30 pm 131931 Registration Fee: $48.00
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This is an introductory class for students who are nonswimmers. The focus is on fundamental skills including submersion, front and back floats and glides. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 4:00 pm 131789 6:00 pm 131787 7:00 pm 131788 8:00 pm 131790 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:00 pm 132041 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132116 5:00 pm 132119 6:00 pm 132117 7:00 pm 132120 8:00 pm 132118 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132246 10:00 am 1 32247 11:00 am 132248 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:00 pm 131941 6:00 pm 131939 7:00 pm 131940 8:00 pm 131942 Registration Fee: $48.00
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AQUATIC LESSONS
PRE-SCHOOL 6 (4 - 6 years)
AQUATIC LESSONS
LEVEL 3 (6 - 14 years) This class will focus on correct breathing position breath control as well as correct timing and co-ordination of arm propulsion. Kick in back swim continues to be refined. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 3:30 pm 131805 4:30 pm 131811 6:00 pm 131806 6:30 pm 131809 7:00 pm 131808 7:30 pm 131810 8:00 pm 131807 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:00 pm 132046 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132134 4:30 pm 132133 6:00 pm 132135 6:30 pm 132132 7:30 pm 132136 8:00 pm 132137 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132258 10:00 am 1 32260 11:00 am 132259 11:30 am 132261 Tues. & Thurs May 12 - June 11 3:30 pm 131958 4:30 pm 131960 6:00 pm 131959 6:30 pm 131957 7:00 pm 131962 7:30 pm 131961 8:00 pm 131963 Registration Fee: $48.00
LEVEL 2 (6 - 14 years)
Students will learn a propulsive kick on both front and back glides and will learn to transfer their body weight from one glide to another. They will also be introduced to the front swim breathing position. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 3:30 pm 131799 5:00 pm 131802 6:00 pm 131800 6:30 pm 131804 7:30 pm 131801 8:00 pm 131803 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:30 pm 132045 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132128 5:00 pm 140482 6:30 pm 132131 7:00 pm 132129 7:30 pm 132130 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132257 9:30 am 132256 10:30 am 132255 11:30 am 132254 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 3:30 pm 131951 5:00 pm 131954 6:00 pm 131952 6:30 pm 131953 7:30 pm 131956 8:00 pm 131955 Registration Fee: $48.00 16
LEVEL 4 (6 - 14 years) Students will learn over-arm recovery for both front and back crawl and continue to increase propulsion in preparation for moving to the middle section in Level 5. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 3:30 pm 131812 4:30 pm 131813 6:00 pm 131818 6:30 pm 131814 7:00 pm 131817 7:30 pm 131815 8:00 pm 131816 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 13ð9 P1À ï ¬ € ¬ Ð € ` pril Ð 9 - June 11
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AQUATIC LESSONS
MULTIPLE OFFERS
LEVEL 5 (6 - 14 years) The focus will be on coordinating the full front crawl with a correct arm extension. Back crawl will focus on timing the body roll and kick with over-arm recovery. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 3:30 pm 131825 4:00 pm 131824 6:30 pm 131823 7:00 pm 131819 7:30 pm 131820 8:00 pm 131821 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:00 pm 132049 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132145 4:30 pm 132146 6:30 pm 132150 7:00 pm 132149 7:30 pm 132147 8:00 pm 132148 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132268 9:30 am 132271 10:00 am 132270 11:00 am 132269 11:00 am 132272 Tues. & Thurs. May 6 - June 5 3:30 pm 131977 4:00 pm 131976 6:30 pm 131972 7:00 pm 131973 7:30 pm 131974 8:00 pm 131975 Registration Fee: $48.00
LEVEL 6 (6 - 14 years)
Strengthen your co-ordination of the front and back crawls with a focus on correct arm entries. Both strokes are challenged to maintain strong technique with progressive distances in preparation for moving to the deep end in Level 7. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 4:00 pm 131826 4:30 pm 131831 6:30 pm 131827 7:00 pm 131830 7:30 pm 131828 8:00 pm 131829 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 132051 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132154 4:00 pm 132155 6:30 pm 132156 7:00 pm 132151 7:30 pm 132152 8:00 pm 132153 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132273 9:30 am 132275 10:30 am 132274 11:30 am 132276 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:00 pm 131982 4:30 pm 131983 6:30 pm 131979 7:00 pm 131981 7:30 pm 131980 8:00 pm 131978 Registration Fee: $48.00
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AQUATIC LESSONS LEVEL 7 (6 - 14 years)
Students will refine body rotation and arm extension in front and back crawl while maintaining stroke technique. Streamline co-ordination through drill and whole stroke work will also be a priority in this level. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 3:30 pm 131834 6:30 pm 131835 7:00 pm 131836 7:30 pm 131832 8:00 pm 131833 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:30 pm 132052 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132157 6:30 pm 132158 7:30 pm 132161 8:00 pm 132159 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132277 10:00 am 1 32278 11:00 am 132279 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 3:30 pm 131987 6:30 pm 131986 7:00 pm 131988 7:30 pm 131984 8:00 pm 131985 Registration Fee: $48.00
LEVEL 8 (6 - 14 years)
Front and back crawl are further refined through minimizing resistance in arm recoveries and entry. Students will be introduced to the dolphin kick for the butterfly and breast stroke. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 3:30 pm 131837 6:30 pm 131840 7:00 pm 131839 8:00 pm 131838 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:30 pm 132053 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132162 6:30 pm 132163 7:00 pm 132164 8:00 pm 132165 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:30 am 132280 10:00 am 1 32282 10:30 am 132281 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 3:30 pm 131990 6:30 pm 131992 7:00 pm 131989 8:00 pm 131991 Registration Fee: $48.00 18
LEVEL 9 (6 - 14 years) Strengthening dolphin kick is continued and learning the mechanics of breast stroke pull. Drill work for front and back crawl will focus on maximizing propulsive forces in the arm pull. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 4:00 pm 131841 6:30 pm 131844 7:30 pm 131843 8:00 pm 131842 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 132054 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132166 6:30 pm 132168 7:00 pm 132167 8:00 pm 132169 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:30 am 132284 10:00 am 1 32285 10:30 am 132283 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:00 pm 131995 6:30 pm 131994 7:30 pm 131993 8:00 pm 131996 Registration Fee: $48.00 LEVEL 10 (6 - 14 years) Strengthening the mechanics of breast stroke pull and developing a strong, isolated breast stroke kick. Will continue to develop back and front crawl. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 4:00 pm 131793 6:30 pm 131791 7:00 pm 131795 7:30 pm 131794 Thursday April 9 - June 11 3:30 pm 132043 Friday April 10 - June 19 3:30 pm 132121 7:00 pm 132123 7:30 pm 132122 8:00 pm 132124 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:30 am 132251 10:00 am 1 32249 10:30 am 132250 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:00 pm 131944 6:30 pm 131945 7:00 pm 131943 7:30 pm 131947 Registration Fee: $48.00 pcr@newwestcity.ca
AQUATIC LESSONS
LEVEL 11 (6 - 14 years) The focus will be on developing a coordinated breast stroke. Butterfly progressions are introduced. Advanced front and back drills focus on strength and endurance. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 4:30 pm 131796 7:00 pm 131797 7:30 pm 131798 8:00 pm 140480 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:00 pm 132044 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:00 pm 132125 6:30 pm 132126 7:30 pm 132127 8:00 pm 140479 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:30 am 132252 10:30 am 1 32253 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:30 pm 131948 7:00 pm 131949 7:30 pm 131950 8:00 pm 140481 Registration Fee: $48.00 LEVEL 12 (6 - 14 years) Full butterfly is introduced. All strokes are evaluated to competitive level proficiency. Students will be introduced to an I.M. (individual medley). Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 4:30 pm 131716 6:30 pm 131717 7:30 pm 131718 Thursday April 9 - June 11 4:00 pm 132020 Friday April 10 - June 19 4:30 pm 132061 6:30 pm 132062 7:30 pm 132063 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:30 am 132189 10:30 am 1 32190 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 4:30 pm 131(0)-989 6:30 pm 131(0)5818 7:30 pm
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AQUATIC LESSONS
BREAST STROKE WORKSHOP (6 - 14 years) This five day intensive workshop consists of 25-minute sessions designed for children struggling with breast stroke and whip kick. Each class will be tailored to the needs of the learner. Child must be in level 9 or higher to enroll in this workshop. This workshop is not evaluated. Its’ purpose is strictly for practicing stroke improvement. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - April 21 6:00 pm 140133 Tues. & Thurs. April 23 - May 7 6:00 pm 140134 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - May 26 6:00 pm 140135 Tues. & Thurs. May 28 - June 11 6:00 pm 140136 Friday April 10 - May 8 6:00 pm 140137 Friday May 22 - June 19 6:00 pm 140138 Registration Fee: $25.00 BRONZE MEDALLION/CROSS COMBINATION COURSE/CPR-C
(13+ years) A 35 hour leadership course teaching lifesaving skills. Includes CPR-C Certification. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Sunday - Saturday, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
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AQUATIC LESSONS
ADULT LEVEL 2 (15 + years) For adults who can glide and kick on both front and back. Lessons are taught in the shallow or middle sections and focus on adding propulsion to both front and back swims. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 10:00 am 131727 8:00 pm 131728 Friday April 10 - June 19 6:00 pm 132071 Saturday April 11 - June 20 8:30 am 132200 11:30 am 132201 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 10:00 am 131879 8:00 pm 131878 Registration Fee: $55.00 ADULT LEVEL 3 (15+ years) Over arm recovery is introduced for both front and back crawl with a focus on coordinating both strokes. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 8:00 pm 131730 Friday April 10 - June 19 6:30 pm 132072 Saturday April 11 - June 20 10:30 am 132203 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 8:00 pm 131881 Registration Fee: $55.00 ADULT LEVEL 4 (15+ years)
Focus of this level is to refine both front and back crawl and increase propulsion for both strokes. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 7:00 pm 131731 Friday April 10 - June 19 7:00 pm 132073 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132204 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 7:00 pm 131882 Registration Fee: $55.00
MODERATE TRAINING SWIMFIT (M.T.S.) FOR ADULTS (15+ years)
Designed to increase endurance in all strokes and introduce knowledge of swim workouts. Classes run 25-minutes. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Tues. & Thurs. April 7 - May 7 7:00 pm 131732 Friday April 10 - June 19 7:00 pm 132074 Saturday April 11 - June 20 9:00 am 132205 Tues. & Thurs. May 12 - June 11 7:00 pm 131883 Registration Fee: $55.00
TRI SWIM CAMP (15+ years) This 6 day course is designed to be paired with independent training. Triathletes will learn Front Crawl stroke efficiency paired with technique drills. Course also includes distance workouts to build endurance and basic tri tips for open water swimming. Participants must have a basic Front Crawl stroke and be able to swim 50m in deep water. Canada Games Pool 604.526.4281 Sunday, 8:30 - 9:45 am April 12 - May 17 140535 Sunday, 8:30 - 9:45 am May 24 - June 28 140536 Registration Fee: $75.00
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GYMNASTIC LESSONS
Preschool
TEENY TOT BEGINNER (3 years) Perfect for the youngster who is ready to be with the instructor on their own. Basic instruction and safety skills are taught on all apparatus using a fun progressive approach. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 136998 10:30 am 1 36999 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 10:30 am 136988 3:30 pm 136989 4:30 pm 136990 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 10:30 am 136991 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 1:00 pm 136992 3:30 pm 136993 4:30 pm 136994 Thursday April 2 - June 4 9:30 am 136995 1:30 pm 136996 4:00 pm 136997 Registration Fee: $109.50 TEENY TOT INTERMEDIATE (3 years)
This class is suited for the child who is comfortable with the basic skills on all the apparatus and is aware of the safety rules. Tumbling skills will include the baby cartwheel and the backward roll on the incline. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 137010 10:30 am 137011 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 10:30 am 137000 3:30 pm 137001 4:30 pm 137002 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 10:30 am 137003 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 1:00 pm 137004 3:30 pm 137005 4:30 137006 Thursday April 2 - June 4 9:30 am 137007 1:30 pm 137008 4:00 pm 137009 Registration Fee: $109.50 www.newwestpcr.ca
TEENY TOT ADVANCED (3 years) Children in this class have grasped the concept of the cartwheel and back roll. Cat leaps, pullovers and teddy bear stands will be introduced using the balance beam, uneven bars and tumbling mats. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 136987 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 10:30 am 136984 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 3:30 pm 136985 Thursday April 2 - June 4 4:00 pm 136986 Registration Fee: $109.50 TOT GYM I (4 - 6 years) Excellent for the children who are ready to join the instructor and learn the basics of gymnastics, safety skills are emphasized as the child progresses on each apparatus. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 137028 10:30 am 137029 1:00 pm 137030 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 10:30 am 137012 3:30 pm 137013 4:30 pm 137014 5:30 pm 137015 6:30 pm 137016 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 10:30 am 137017 1:00 pm 137018 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 1:00 137019 2:00 pm 137113 3:30 pm 137020 4:30 pm 137021 5:30 pm 137022 6:30 pm 137023 Thursday April 2 - June 4 9:30 am 137024 1:30 pm 137025 4:00 pm 137026 5:00 pm
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TOT GYM III (4 - 6 years) At this level, children are very comfortable with cartwheels and handstands. Continuous tumbling skills are developed along with circles on the uneven bars. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 137066 10:30 am 137067 1:00 pm 137068 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 10:30 am 137050 3:30 pm 137051 4:30 pm 137052 5:30 pm 137053 6:30 pm 137054 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 10:30 am 137055 1:00 pm 137056 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 1:00 pm 137057 3:30 pm 137058 4:30 pm 137059 5:30 pm 137060 6:30 pm 137061 Thursday April 2 - June 4 9:30 am 137062 1:30 pm 137063 4:00 pm 137064 5:00 pm 137065 Registration Fee: $109.50
TOT GYM II (4 - 6 years)
Children in this level understand the concept of cartwheels, back rolls and are comfortable on all apparatus. Skills introduced in this level include cat leaps, pullovers and teddy bear stands. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 137047 10:30 am 137048 1:00 pm 137049 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 10:30 am 137031 3:30 pm 137032 4:30 pm 137033 5:30 pm 137034 6:30 pm 137035 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 10:30 am 137036 1:00 pm 137037 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 1:00 137038 2:00 pm 137114 3:30 pm 137039 4:30 pm 137040 5:30 pm 137041 6:30 pm 137042 Thursday April 2 - June 4 9:30 am 137043 1:30 pm 137044 4:00 pm 137045 5:00 pm 137046 Registration Fee: $109.50 24
TOT GYM IV (4 - 6 years) For the child who is ready to start power skills in tumbling. Forward rolls are now introduced on the balance beam. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 10:30 am 137075 1:00 pm 137076 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 10:30 am 137069 6:30 pm 137070 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 1:00 pm 137071 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 1:00 pm 137072 6:30 pm 137073 Thursday April 2 - June 4 1:30 pm 137074 Registration Fee: $109.50 EXPERIENCE GYMNASTICS
(3 - 6 years) DAYCARE GROUPS Experience Gymnastics the Queen’s Park way! This program is geared toward daycare groups. For those groups unable to fit into our regular gymnastics programs, this may be the class for you. Children will enjoy a hands-on experience with our gymnastic and trampoline equipment and will be led by one of our experienced and energetic instructors. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 9:30 am 136924 Registration Fee: $63.00
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GYMNASTIC LESSONS
TRAMPOLINE & TUMBLING (3 - 5 years) This progressive level system follows our regular trampoline skill chart. Tumbling is added to round out the trampoline skills and teach body awareness. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 137115 10:30 am 137116 1:00 pm 136968 2:00 pm 136969 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 10:30 am 136962 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 3:30 pm 136963 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 5:30 pm 136964 6:30 pm 136965 Thursday April 2 - June 4 9:30 am 136966 5:00 pm 136967 Registration Fee: $109.50
Children
INTRO (6 - 12 years)
This program introduces the basics of gymnastics in a safe, relaxed, fun and recreational atmosphere. Classes are 55 minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 136937 10:30 am 136938 1:00 pm 136939 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 3:30 pm 136926 4:30 pm 136927 5:30 pm 136928 6:30 pm 136929 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 1:00 pm 136930 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 3:30 pm 136931 4:30 pm 136932 5:30 pm 136933 6:30 pm 136934 Thursday April 2 - June 4 1:30 pm 136935 5:00 pm 136936 Registration Fee: $109.50
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GYMNASTIC LESSONS RED (6 - 12 years)
This class is for the child who has been introduced to gymnastics and has grasped the basic concepts of tumbling. The challenge of perfecting the cartwheel and handstand will be the focus of this level. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 136981 10:30 am 136982 1:00 pm 136983 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 3:30 pm 136970 4:30 pm 136971 5:30 pm 136972 6:30 pm 136973 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 1:00 pm 136974 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 3:30 pm 136975 4:30 pm 136976 5:30 pm 136977 6:30 pm 136978 Thursday April 2 - June 4 1:30 pm 136979 5:00 pm 136980 Registration Fee: $109.50
WHITE (6 - 12 years)
Here is a longer session of gymnastics recommended for those that have mastered a good cartwheel and back roll. Rolls on the balance beam will be introduced at this level. Classes are 85-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:00 am 137102 10:30 am 137127 12:30 pm 137103 2:00 pm 137104 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 3:30 pm 137094 5:00 pm 137095 6:30 pm 137096 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 1:00 pm 137097 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 4:00 pm 137098 6:00 pm 137099 Thursday April 2 - June 4 1:30 pm 137100 3:30 pm 137101 Registration Fee: $143.50 26
BLUE (6 - 12 years)
For children who are ready to combine tumbling skills. Handsprings are introduced on the mats and forward rolls on the balance beam are done independently at this level. Classes are 85-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:00 am 136918 10:30 am 137128 12:30 pm 136919 2:00 pm 136920 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 3:30 pm 136910 5:00 pm 136911 6:30 pm 136912 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 1:00 pm 136913 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 4:00 pm 136914 6:00 pm 136915 Thursday April 2 - June 4 1:30 pm 136916 3:30 pm 136917 Registration Fee: $143.50
MERIT, BRONZE, SILVER & GOLD
(6 - 14 years) These achievement levels offer increasingly more difficult challenges and techniques. A high level skill development is emphasized. Children are encouraged to progress at their own pace on each apparatus. Classes are 85-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:00 am 136948 10:30 am 137129 12:30 pm 136949 2:00 pm 136950 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 3:30 pm 136940 5:00 pm 136941 6:30 pm 136942 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 1:00 pm 136943 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 4:00 pm 136944 6:00 pm 136945 Thursday April 2 - June 4 1:30 pm 136946 3:30 pm 136947 Registration Fee: $161.00 pcr@newwestcity.ca
TRAMPOLINE COLOUR LEVELS (6 - 12 years)
GYMNASTICS FOR BOYS (6 - 14 years)
While all our classes are suitable for boys and girls, this boys’ only class caters to those who are not comfortable participating in mixed classes. Program content is the same as the mixed classes. The Intro, Red class is 55-minutes. The White, Blue, Merit class is 85-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Intro & Red Levels Thursday April 2 - June 4 5:00 pm 136921 Registration Fee: $109.50 White, Blue & Merit Levels Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 3:30 pm 136922 Registration Fee: $143.50
Red Introductory skills include the stop bounce, seat drop, tuck jump and straddle jumps. Orange The full twist and the progression to the front drop are emphasized at this level. Yellow Participants at this level are challenged with the ant bounce as well as swivel hips. Green The airplane and back drop are the main focus of this level. Blue Swing time skills and the first ten bounce routine are developed at this level. Gold The three “C’s” (cradle, cat twist & cruise) of trampoline, winds up progressive skills needed prior to the flipping level of our trampoline classes. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:30 am 137090 10:30 am 137091 1:00 pm 137092 2:00 pm 137093 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 3:30 pm 137077 4:30 pm 137078 5:30 137079 6:30 pm 137080 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 2:00 pm 137081 3:30 pm 138082 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 3:30 pm 137083 4:30 pm 137084 5:30 pm 137085 6:30 pm 137086 Thursday April 2 - June 4 3:30 pm 137088 5:00 pm 137089 Registration Fee: $109.50
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CHEER TUMBLING (6 - 15 years) For those kids interested in learning tumbling skills that would be useful in cheerleading programs. A variety of fast continuous skills such as handsprings and somersaults will be introduced in this dynamic class. Classes are 55-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 3:30 pm 136923 Registration Fee: $109.50
GYMNASTIC LESSONS
PRIVATE GYMNASTIC & TRAMPOLINE INSTRUCTION (3 - 14 years)
Whether you are a beginner or advanced participant, a private lesson may be for you! Whatever your level, give us a call or drop by the Arenex and we’ll arrange your exclusive private lessons. Small group sessions are also available. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Booking Fee: $20.00 for 30-minutes
HOME LEARNERS GYMNASTICS & TRAMPOLINE (6 - 14 years)
In addition to our regular programs during the day this class is for all levels of gymnastics & trampoline. Perfect for those who would like to work together with their friends regardless of level. You can choose to register for gymnastics or trampoline classes, for those that can’t get enough, try both! Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Wednesday Gymnastics 1:00 pm Sept. 10 - Nov. 12 Registration Fee: $143.50 (85-min. class) 136925 Wednesday Trampoline 2:30 pm Registration Fee: $109.50 (55-min. class) 137126
Youth
GYMNASTICS AND TRAMPOLINE
PRE-COMPETITIVE TRAMPOLINE
(6 - 14 years) Level I The front somersault (tuck & pike), the barani and the back somersault are the first inversions taught in this level. Level II The back somersault (straight & pike) and the porpoise are the focus of this class. Level III Participants are challenged with the rudi and back full in this level. Classes are 85-minutes. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Saturday March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) 9:00 am 137131 10:30 am 136959 12:30 pm 136960 2:00 pm 136961 Monday March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) 3:30 pm 136951 5:00 pm 136952 6:30 pm 136953 Tuesday March 31 - June 2 3:30 pm 136954 Wednesday April 1 - June 3 4:00 pm 136955 6:00 pm 136956 Thursday April 2 - June 4 1:30 pm 136958 4:30 pm 136957 Registration Fee: $161.00 28
(13 - 15 years) Gymnastic and trampoline classes are perfect for youth of all abilities. These 90 minutes programs will improve your strength and flexibility and help you build confidence and friendships. We accommodate all skill levels in this fun and dynamic program. This class is 85-minutes in length. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 GYMNASTICS Monday, 6:30 pm 137105 March 30- June 15 (no class April 6 & May 18) Registration Fee: $168.00 TRAMPOLINE Saturday, 2:00 pm 137107 March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, May 16 & 23) Wednesday, 6:00 pm 137106 April 1 - June 3 Registration Fee: $168.00
PRIVATE GYMNASTIC & TRAMPOLINE INSTRUCTION (15+ years)
Whether you are a beginner or advanced participant, a private lesson may be for you! Whatever your level, give us a call or drop by the Arenex and we’ll arrange your exclusive private lessons. Small group sessions are also available. Queen’s Park Arenex 604.777.5121 Booking Fee: $21.00 for 30-minutes
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INFANTS (1 - 12 months)
General
BABY TALK (newborn - 9 months)
Are you a new parent interested in learning more about the normal growth and development of your child and meeting other parents? Baby Talk sessions give you an opportunity to weigh your baby, talk with a Public Health Nurse and listen to a speaker. This program is for new parents dealing with their first child. Join in this fun, social and educational experience. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Ongoing Drop-in Fee: Free
BABY SIGN LANGUAGE (newborn - 2 years)
This amazing new style of parenting, using American Sign Language, will stimulate the mind and captivate your child’s wonder while reducing frustration for you and your baby. Receive the materials and knowledge to get you started signing. You will learn 30 - 40 signs, what signs to teach your baby and how to make the signs. Babies and children attend with you. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 11:15 am - 12:00 pm April 14 - May 12 Registration Fee: $76.80 140752 Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday, 12:30 - 1:15 pm April 14 - May 12 Registration Fee: $67.20 140678
MOTHER GOOSE
(Newborn - 4 years) (Parent Participation) This program is a group experience for parents, babies and young children. Trained facilitators focus on the pleasure and power of sharing rhymes, songs and stories without props. They use language, eye contact and gentle touching to connect parents and their children. Parents discover a whole new world of interaction and bonding while nourishing their child’s brain development and growing language skills. Meet other parents and make new friends. Please note this program is for families who have not previously taken the program. Register with New Westminster Family Place, 604.520.3666. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 10:00 - 11:15 am March 26 - May 14 Registration Fee: Free
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COFFEE CHAT FOR CAREGIVERS
(newborn - 3 years) Bring your little one for a relaxed opportunity to meet and socialize with other caregivers in our community. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Wednesday, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm pm March 25 - May 27 Drop-in Fee: Free
Library
BABYTIMES (Newborn - 23 months) Come to the library to join in the singing and learn rhymes to take away. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Friday, 10:15 am February 27 - May 1 Queensborough Branch Monday, 11:00 am March 2 - April 27 Drop-in Fee: Free
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TODDLERS
LITTLE GARDENERS
(1 - 3 years)
(2 - 4 years) Parent Participation Come and explore the wonderful world of gardening. You will be digging, planting and discovering the secrets and pleasures of plants. This class can get dirty, so please dress accordingly. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 9:30 - 10:30 am 140757 Thursday, 10:45 - 11:45 am 140756 May 14 - June 11 Registration Fee: $40.00 140756
PARENT AND TOT PRE-DANCE (1 - 3 years)
This program will have you moving, marching, clapping and dancing to a variety of children’s songs. Little one’s are encouraged to go at their own pace as we enjoy music, movement and dance together. This class is for both new and returning participants and their caregiver. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 9:30 - 10:00 am 1 - 2 years 140766 Tuesday, 10:30 - 11:00 am 2 - 3 years 140767 March 24 - June 9 Registration Fee: $46.20 Friday, 9:30 - 10:00 am 1 - 2 years 140768 Friday, 10:00 - 10:30 am 2 - 3 years 140769 April 10 - June 12 Registration Fee: $38.50
MOM & ME BALLET (2 - 4 years) This emphasises group participation, consistency and a love of dance while dancers (and their caregivers) learn basic positions and movements. This is about spending time with your toddler and experience the fun of trying new things together. This class is for new and returning dancers. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 11:00 - 11:30 am March 24 - June 9 Registration Fee: $46.20 140763 Friday, 11:15 - 11:45 am April 10 - June 12 Registration Fee: $38.50 140764
General
MUSIC SHAKERS
Arts & Crafts
BOB THE BUILDER
(2 - 4 years) Parent Participation Join Bob and the gang for a morning of activities related to construction. There will be hammering, art, stories and building things to do. Can we fix it? Yes we can! Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 9:30 - 10:30 am 140881 Thursday, 10:45 - 11:45 am 140755 April 9 - May 7 Registration Fee: $40.00 30
(1½ - 3 years) Parent Participation Explore sound, rhythm, stories and songs while developing listening skills and music appreciation. Taught by a qualified music teacher, toddlers are introduced to rhymes, songs and movement activities in this upbeat program. Music promotes cognitive development. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 9:30 - 10:15 am 140784 Saturday, 10:30 - 11:15 am 140785 April 11 - June 6 (no class May 16) Registration Fee: $45.00
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INFANTS (1 -(112- months) TODDLERS 3 years)
Library
SPORTBALL PARENT & CHILD
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (2 - 5 years)
Read some stories, sing some songs together. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Monday, 10:15 am March 23 - April 27 Tuesday, 10:15 am March 24 - April 28 Thursday, 10:15 am March 26 - April 30 Queensborough Branch Wednesday, 11:00 am March 25 - April 29 Drop-in Fee: Free
Sports
SPORTBALL JUNIOR
(16 mths - 2 years) Parent Participation Sportball uses professional instruction and positive encouragement to help children develop socially and physically. Children and parents participate in sports, creative games, songs, rhymes, stories, bubble time and more. Age appropriate equipment is used and a new sport is introduced weekly. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 9:15 - 10:00 am April 8 - May 27 Registration Fee: $120.00 140786
(2 - 3 years) Parent Participation Sportball uses professional instruction and positive encouragement to help children develop socially and physically. Children and parents participate in eight different ball sports, creative games and more. Children learn important introductory physical skills to help develop confidence. Also parents to gain techniques that can be applied outside of Sportball classes. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 11:00 - 11:45 am April 8 - May 27 Registration Fee: $120.00 140788
PARENT & TOT SPORTS (2 - 3 years) This program is for little ones who love to be active. Your child will have a great introduction to some terrific sports while developing motor skills and coordination. Our leader will set up stations around the arena for you and your tot to be active together. Wear running shoes and bring a water bottle for lots of parent & tot fun! Moody Park Arena 604.525.5301 Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:15 am April 9 - May 7 140670 May 14 - June 11 140672 Registration Fee: $30.00
ROYAL CITY YOUTH SOCCER CLUB Established in 1965
Spring Programs (April-June) available for 3 - 17 year olds Spring Registration available online March 1st, 2015 Fall Registration available online April 1st, 2015
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PRESCHOOL (3 - 5 years)
Arts & Crafts
TALL & SMALL CRAFTING
(1 - 4 Years) Parent Participation Take a creative adventure with your little one through crafting activities and imaginative play. In these one day workshops, unleash your child’s natural creativity while enhancing their fine motor skills through various art mediums. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:30 am March 31 (Easter Theme) 140680 April 28 140681 May 26 140682 June 23 140683 Registration Fee: $12.00
ART SPLASH
(2 - 4 years) Parent Participation Play, laugh and learn with your child! Together you will explore different materials and techniques to create your very own masterpieces. This multimedia experience will leave you inspired, and maybe a little messy! Supplies included. Anvil Centre Studio 413 604.527.4640 Saturday, 10:00 - 11:00 am April 18 - June 13 Registration Fee: $80.00 140660
Dance
TALL & SMALL DANCE MOVEMENT
(1 - 4 Years) Parent Participation A wonderful way to introduce your child to a fun and exciting dance/movement program. This class incorporates the fun of music and rhythm, with bubbles, parachute and hoola hoops. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Friday, 9:45 - 10:30 am April 10 - May 29 Registration Fee: $56.20 140684 Drop-in Fee: $8.00
LITTLE DANCERS (3 - 5 years) This fun class is for little dancers ready to go on their own with the instructor. Little ones will enjoy clapping, singing, marching, jumping and dancing to a variety of dance music and styles. All are encouraged to join in and have fun at their own pace as we enjoy a variety of music, props, stories and creative dance. For new and returning dancers. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 5:45 - 6:15 pm March 26 - June 11 Registration Fee: $46.20 140790 Saturday, 11:00 - 11:30 am March 28 - June 13 (no class April 4 & May 16) Registration Fee: $38.50 140762 32
PRESCHOOL BALLET INTRO (3 years) An introductory ballet program for children ready to be with the instructor on their own. The basic movements of ballet - closed position, first position, pliés and bounces in parallel are taught. Emphasis is on group participation and group cooperation. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 10:00 - 10:30 am March 24 - June 9 Registration Fee: $46.20 140777 Friday, 10:30 - 11:00 am 140778 April 10 - June 12 Saturday, 9:30 - 10:00 am 140779 Saturday, 2:30 - 3:00 pm 140791 March 28 - June 13 (no class April 4 & May 16) Registration Fee: $38.50 PRESCHOOL BALLET I (4 - 5 years) An introduction to ballet steps with new skills introduced - second and third position, tendues ala seconde, sautés and rises in first and turn out. Students will combine these movements into simple routines and begin various movements in a circle. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Friday, 11:00 - 11:45 am 140773 April 10 - June 12 Saturday, 9:30 - 10:15 am 140774 Saturday, 1:15 - 2:00 pm 140775 March 28 - June 13 (no class April 4 & May 16) Registration Fee: $51.50 pcr@newwestcity.ca
PRESCHOOL (3 - 5 years)
PRESCHOOL BALLET II (4 - 6 years)
For students who have taken three or more dance sessions. Fourth and fifth position of the feet, sautés and demi pliés in second and échappe sauté will be introduced. Proper carriage of the arms and various pattern work and barre work will be covered. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 10:15 - 11:00 am March 28 - June 13 (no class April 4 & May 16) Registration Fee: $51.50 140776
PRESCHOOL BALLET & JAZZ (4 - 6 years)
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PRESCHOOL (3 - 5 years)
TINY TOT PLAYTIME (3 - 5 years) We offer fully qualified Preschool instructors and specially equipped rooms with scaled down furniture, toys and play areas. Our objective is socialization through play with an emphasis on fun. Register anytime for as many days as you like, at any location. Parent participation is not required. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 March 23 - June 15 (no class April 3, 6 & May 18) 9:15 - 11:15 am Monday 137642 Tuesday 137644 Wednesday 137646 Thursday 137648 Friday 137650 12:30 - 2:30 pm Monday 137643 Tuesday 137645 Wednesday 137647 Thursday 137649 Friday 137651 Century House 604.519.1066 9:15 - 11:15 am Monday 137319 Tuesday 137322 Wednesday 137320 Thursday 137323 Friday 137321 Connaught Heights Elem. School 604.525.7388 9:15 - 11:15 am Monday 137507 Tuesday 137508 Wednesday 137509 Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 9:15 - 11:15 am Monday 137479 Tuesday 137481 Wednesday 137483 Thursday 137485 Friday 137487 12:30 - 2:30 pm Monday 137480 Tuesday 137482 Wednesday 137484 Thursday 137486 Friday 137506 Registration Fee: $140.40 (1 time per week, Tues., Wed., Thurs.) $129.60 (1 time per week, Friday) $118.80 (1 time per week, Monday) IMAGINATION STATION (3 - 5 years)
Children can let their imaginations loose in this fun introductory drama class where they explore fairytales, go on inventive pretend journeys and make up characters from our ‘tickle trunk’. Introduce your child to the magic of theatre. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 3:30 - 4:30 pm April 7 - June 9 (no class May 12) Registration Fee: $63.00 140794
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MINI CHEFS (3 - 5 years)
You are never too young to learn your way around a kitchen. Prepare macaroni and cheese, vegetable people and other healthy snacks during this lunchtime cooking program. On the last class the children will prepare you lunch and demonstrate their cooking skills to you. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 1:00 - 2:15 pm April 9 - May 7 140598 May 14 - June 11 140599 Registration Fee: $41.00
Library
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (2 - 5 years) Read some stories, sing some songs together. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Monday, 10:15 am March 23 - April 27 Tuesday, 10:15 am March 24 - April 28 Thursday, 10:15 am March 26 - April 30 Queensborough Branch Wednesday, 11:00 am March 25 - April 29 Drop-in Fee: Free pcr@newwestcity.ca
PRESCHOOL (3 - 5 years)
Sports
Parties
PRESCHOOL PARTIERS (2 - 5 years)
Just think…no more birthday worries! Our birthday host will make it easy for you to dazzle a group of energetic party guests in our special little folk room. Your party includes two large pizzas (Hawaiian or cheese), juice and grab bags. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Saturday or Sunday, On-going 10:00 am - 12:00 pm or 1:00 - 3:00 pm Registration Fee: $142.80 for 10 party guests $3.50 per extra child (max. six)
MESS AROUND PARTY (2 - 5 years)
If your child loves messy fun, they will love this party! The focus will be arts, crafts and circle time with a dynamic leader. We supply the fun and you supply the party food. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Saturday or Sunday, On-going 10:00 am - 12 pm or 1:00 - 3:00 pm Registration Fee: $107.81 (up to 10 guests) $2.50 / extra child (max. six)
SOCCER (3 - 5 years)
Designed to introduce your child to the basics of soccer and teamwork, your child will participate in simple drills, play games and have fun. Weather depending, this session will happen indoors and outdoors. Everyone is welcome and parents are encouraged to participate! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Thursday, 2:00 - 2:45 pm May 7 - June 11 Registration Fee: $37.75 140686
HOT SHOT TOT LACROSSE (3 - 5 years) Toddlers meet lacrosse! An introduction to passing, scooping and teamwork using plastic sticks available (supplied or you can bring your own). This program is for non-minor lacrosse players. C.S.A. approved helmet and face cage are encouraged but not mandatory. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Wednesday, 2:00 - 2:45 pm May 6 - June 10 Registration Fee: $34.50 140687
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PRESCHOOL (3 - 5 years)
HOT SHOT TOT SPORTS (3 - 5 year) Join us for 45-minutes of non-stop activity! Each day our leader will teach a different sport including soccer, floor hockey and basketball. Bring a water bottle, runners and a lot of energy! Moody Park Arena
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CHILDREN (6 - 12 years)
Arts & Crafts
YOUNG MASTERS (5 - 8 years) This creative hands-on class introduces budding artists to famous works of art. From Monet to Picasso, students learn how the work of great artists can inspire their own masterpieces. Supplies included. Anvil Centre Studio 411A 604.527.4640 Saturday, 10:00 - 11:30 am April 18 - June 13 Registration Fee: $100.00 140662 LITTLE VAN GOGHS (6 - 10 years)
Painting is where it is at! Whether on paper, sculpture or mobiles, you will be encouraged to explore, experiment and be spontaneous through the development of each project while learning painting techniques. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Monday, 3:30 - 5:00 pm April 13 - June 8 (no class May 18) Registration Fee: $77.85 140803
ART EXPLORATION (5 - 10 years) Discover art in many forms, printmaking, hand building with clay, craft projects and abstract art. Art cultivates imagination and nurtures creativity, but it also hones critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 3:30 - 5:00 pm April 8 - May 27 Registration Fee: $77.85 140805 TIE DYE CREATIONS (5 - 11 years)
Make your very own incredible tie dye creations in this hands on imaginative program that blends art, colour and fun! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday, 3:15 - 4:45 pm May 27 Registration Fee: $12.00 140731
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CHILDREN
CREATIVE CARTOONING (8 - 12 years) The Creative cartooning program will teach you the basics of drawing such as color, composition, stcto
DUCT TAPE WIZARDS (5 - 11 years)
Become a wizard of duct tape creations! Duck tape offers countless possibilities to create one of a king designs. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Wednesday, 3:15 - 4:45 pm June 3 Registration Fee: $12.00 140867
SEASHORE ARTVENTURE (6 - 12 years) Create your own pop-up sea-art panorama based on real and imaginary creatures and plants – oysters, seaweed and dolphins. On your sea-adventure you’ll have an opportunity to design amazing artworks with paints, drawing media and ‘collage’ with Pacific Ocean treasures! Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm May 23 Registration Fee: $14.00 ARCHITEXTURA (6 - 12 years)
As your first architectural adventure you will have exciting opportunities to blend imagination with interesting and ‘up-cycled’ materials to create real and fantasy 3D models. We’ll put on our planning hats, try artistic ideas, and study how real homes and highrises are built too. Explore architecture! Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 3:30 - 5:00 pm April 7 - May 5 Registration Fee: $50.75 140807 38
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CHILDREN (6 - 12 years)
JUST DANCE (5 - 12 years) The benefits of dance and movement are endless! Stimulate imagination, engage in physical activity and JUST DANCE! Try a variety of dance movement techniques that include ballet, hip-hop and salsa. No experience is necessary for this dance party! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Monday, 3:15 - 4:15 pm March 23 - May 26 (no class April 6 & may 18)) Registration Fee: $50.00 140725 PRIMARY JAZZ AND TAP (5 - 13 years)
An exciting combination for students combining the funky moves of jazz and the fancy footwork of tap. Learn jazz turns, jazz splits, cross walks and the basics of tap such as grapevine, shuffles, ball heel drop and flaps. You will be sure to find a favorite in this fast moving class. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:15 pm 5 - 7 years 140781 Wednesday, 5:00 - 5:45 pm 8 - 13 years 140782 March 25 - June 10 Registration Fee: $61.80
See our drop-in section for more children’s programs, page 9 & 10
PRIMARY BALLET AND HIGHLAND
(6 - 10 years) Take the grace of ballet and the jump of Highland for an exciting combination dance class. Learn basic Ballet steps like point and lift, battements, demi plies, chasses and releve. Compliment this with the primary Highland steps, like shedding, pas de basques, high cuts and basic movements. Emphasis is on balance, coordination, strength and positioning. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 4:15 - 5:00 pm March 25 - June 10 Registration Fee: $61.80 140780
HIP HOP & STREET JAZZ (6 - 10 years) Step and groove to this popular mixture of modern hip hop and jazz dance moves set to popular music. The class uses improvisation, simple progressions and break down of various steps that will give students the chance to learn great dance moves, develop a funky dance and boost confidence. Be inspired, get an awesome workout and learn some cool moves! Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 4:00 - 4:45 pm March 26 - June 11 Registration Fee: $61.80 140760 Saturday, 1:45 - 2:30 pm March 28 - June 13 (no class April 4 & May 16) Registration Fee: $51.50 140761
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CHILDREN
General
ACTING ESSENTIALS (5 - 8 years)
(6 - 12 years)
From the very first session of this course, participants will be up on their feet, learning the foundational skills necessary to perform on stage. Character building, improv, mask work and more will all be explored. This is your first step towards a developing a life-long love affair with the stage! Anvil Centre Studio 415 604.527.4640 Saturday, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm April 18 - June 13 Registration Fee: $100.00 140663
EASTER EGG-TRAVAGANZA (5 - 11 years)
Celebrate the fun of Easter with an egg-citing afternoon of egg decorating, Easter crafts and treats! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Wednesday, 3:15 - 4:45 pm April 1 Registration Fee: $12.00 140870
KID COOKS - SPRING SNACKIN’
(5 - 11 years) In this fun filled foody session children explore the excitement of cooking and tasting their very own spring inspired snack creations. Please inform staff of any food restrictions at registration. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Wednesday, 3:15 - 4:45 pm April 15 Registration Fee: $12.00 140868
NAILED IT! NAIL ART DESIGN (5 - 11 years)
Fitness
Learn how to create designer looks with fabulous and funky nail designs! Our leader will take you through all the steps so you can create amazing manicures and pedicures on yourself or friends! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Wednesday, 3:15 - 4:45 pm May 13 Registration Fee: $12.00 140729
YOGA FOR PRETEENS (6 - 12 years) Yoga helps relieve stress and anxiety while promoting healthy body reflection. Students will learn correct posture and skills, how their bodies work and how to channel their energies, concentrate and be still based on Kundalini principles. Yoga practice improves fitness and health. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 3:30 - 4:30 pm March 31 - June 2 Registration Fee: $66.70 140808
WIERD SCIENCE (5 - 11 years) Let’s get weird with science! participants will conduct a variety of interactive, fun and sill experiments. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Wednesday, 3:15 - 4:45 pm June 17 Registration Fee: $12.00 barcode
ZUMBA FOR KIDS (8 - 13 years)
CHEFS ARE US (6 - 12 years)
Here is a rockin’ high-energy fitness program packed with specially choreographed kid-friendly routines with music kids love. Music like hip-hop, reggaeton, cumbia and more are used to keep the kids moving. Parents love Zumba for Kids because of the effects it has on kids, increasing their focus and self-confidence, boosting metabolism and enhancing coordination. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm April 22 - June 10 Registration Fee: $40.00 140810 40
Tantalize your taste buds with this hands-on cooking program. Prepare a variety of culinary dishes while learning about food safety and kitchen smarts. Invite your Mom or Dad on the last day so you can show off your new talent as you make something special. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 3:30 - 5:00 pm April 8 - June 3 Registration Fee: $82.35 140811 pcr@newwestcity.ca
CHILDREN (6 - 12 years)
ADVENTURES IN DRAMA (6 - 12 years)
ANVIL THEATRE MAKERS (8 - 12 years)
IT’S ALL ABOUT GIRLS (6 - 10 years) You go girl! Our fabulous female leader provides girls with creative activities emphasizing fun and friendship. Build self-confidence through cooking, games, crafts, sport activities and more. Plenty of music and after school munchies are on the agenda each day. Girls have a say in what is planned, so come with ideas. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Friday, 3:15 - 4:45 pm April 10 - June 12 Registration Fee: $68.00 140814
ANVIL MUSIC MAKERS (9+ years) This course is about the art of song. Learn about the history of your favorite songs and the different components that make them what they are. You’ll also have the opportunity to write your own songs and arranging them to sing with the group. Bring your instrument, if you have one. Let’s make some music! Anvil Centre Studio 415 604.527.4640 Sunday, 3:00 - 5:00 pm April 19 - June 14 Registration Fee: $120.00 140658
Discover new talents in this fun performing and acting introductory class. Join our dynamic, creative and lively confidence-building program full of exercises, improvisation and character development that builds confidence. The older group will be introduced to staging, blocking and projecting, all culminating in a final scene for performance. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 4:30 - 5:30 pm April 7 - June 9 (no class May 12) Registration Fee: $63.00 140812
Theatre can be so much more than reading lines from a script. Young theatre lovers go through the process of developing collaborative work by introducing contemporary play-making techniques. The course culminates in an original performance. Be prepared for to have fun, learn new skills and be challenged. No previous experience necessary. Anvil Centre Studio 415 604.527.4640 Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm April 18 - June 13 Registration Fee: $120.00 141079
VAGABOND PLAYERS PRESENTS THE O’CONNER GIRLS
LEND ME A TENOR
A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM
by Katie Forgette
by Ken Ludwig
by William Shakespeare
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Enhancing the lives for 50+ GO! GET! GIVE!
Program Name
Location
Page
Afternoon Stretch
CCC
6&7
Gentle Cardio
QCC
6&7
Light Exercise; Toning; Workout
CH
6&8
Nordic Walking
CH
6&8
Osteofit
CH
6&8
CH & QCC
6&8
Pottery
CH
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Memories Into Memoir
CH
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Exploring with Pencil Crayons
CH
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Fearless Drawing
CH
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Finding Passion in Acrylic Painting
CH
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Advanced Acrylics
CH
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Beginners Drawing & Watercolour
CH
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Intermediate Drawing & Watercolour
CH
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Internet & Email
CH
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Keyboarding
CH
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Stretch & Strength
Century House
Since 1958 Century House has excelled in providing New Westminster’s 50+ community with enriching services that promote life-long learning, social connections, health and wellbeing. Our members value the companionship, sense of belonging, volunteer op-portunities and personal achievements realized daily. Our membership, only $16.00 per year, includes: • Instructional classes & Qualified Instructors • Day excursions & special events • State-of-the-art exercise room • Intergenerational Experiences with Youth Services • Connections Café & Social Lounge • Emotional Health & Self-Help Support Groups • Senior Peer Counselling • Over 40 Activity & Social Groups
Be Our Guest
You are welcomed to ‘try us out’ with three free visits. For more information on our diverse range of services, pick-up The Clarion or visit www.newwestpcr.ca or www.centuryhouseassociaiton. com.
Queensborough 50+ Social Club
Join in to meet new friends and have fun. The Club meets on the 2nd Tuesday for lunch and plays Bingo on all other Tuesdays. Our annual $6.00 memberships entitles you to: • All Club Activities & Programs • A Vote on Club business • A Club ID Card • Volunteer Opportunities • Tuesday Bingos & Social Luncheons
Other 50+ Offerings
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Basic Digital Photography
CH
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Computer Lab
CH
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Healthy Eating for Seniors
CH
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Square Dancing
CH
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Line Dancing
CH
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CCC
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Exercise Room ABC’s (I & II)
CH
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Exercise Room Circuit
CH
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Dance Fit for Women
CH
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Gentle Stretching for Women
CH
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The Dance Class
CH
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Zumba Gold
CH
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Get Up & Go
CH
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Yoga & Hatha Yoga
CH
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Yoga for the 3rd Age
Tai Chi (Beginners & Continuing)
CH
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QCC 50+ Social Club & Lunch
QCC
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Social Club Bingo
QCC
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Cards & Games
QCC
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Queensborough Activity Club
QCC
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Queensborough Knitters
QCC
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CH
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Ukulele (beginner to advanced) Gardening in the Greenhouse
QPG
67
Summer Hanging Baskets
QPG
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AC
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Spotlight Stories: Show & Tell
Minds In Motion CH 71 AC = Anvil Centre CCC = Centennial Community Centre CH = Century House QCC = Queensborough Community Ctr APG = Queen’s Park Greenhouse
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(6 - 12 years)
CHILDREN
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES (8 - 12 years) One of Canada’s most beloved characters is explored and we will see what the spunky Anne and Irving House children had in common. Try some child-friendly raspberry cordial, have an Edwardian tea including sandwiches, then make a scrapbook, a rag rug and more to take home. Irving House 604.527.4640 Saturday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm June 20 Registration Fee: $15.45 140561
Library
YOUNG READERS’ BOOKCLUB (9 - 12 years)
Come join the discussion of our final book selections. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Thursday, 3:30 pm April 16 Queensborough Branch Wednesday, 3:30 pm April 8 & May 6 Registration Fee: Free
CREATIVE TWEENS (9 - 12 years)
An after school program with a different creative activity each month. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Thursday, 3:30 pm April 2 & 30 Queensborough Branch Wednesday, April 22, 3:30 pm Registration Fee: Free
Heritage
Music
A VICTORIAN MAN’S LIFE (5 - 7 years)
GUITAR & BASS LESSONS (8+ years) Do you want to learn or improve your guitar skills? We can help! Our instructor can teach you acoustic, electric as well as bass guitar and all skill levels are welcomed. Explore musical styles such as pop, rock, classical, blues, jazz, metal, country and funk. You can also take that next step and learn how to compose and record your own music. This fun and pressure free program encourages learning at your pace. Registrants must have their own guitar. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday, call for times March 24 - June 16 Registration Fee: $260.00
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Join our wonderful music instructor as she teaches you how to use your singing voice to its best advantage. Whether you wish to perfect your singing in the shower, or train for a solo, this is the class for you. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Monday, call for times March 23 - June 15 (no class April 6, May 25) Registration Fee: $220.00 Wednesday, call for times March 25 - June 17 Registration Fee: $260.00 pcr@newwestcity.ca
IN THE SPIN (5 - 7 years) Make and decorate a yo-yo, a simple windmill and a spinning top to take home. You are also introduced to the Irving children and the toys from their time. Through hands-on exploration, kids will discover the fun of playing with spinning toys from the museum’s teaching collection. Irving House 604.527.4640 Saturday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm June 13 Registration Fee: $13.25 140560 Little chaps in top hats gather for an afternoon of manly matters. Share a chuckle as you lather up some shaving cream, style your handlebar moustache, adjust your cravat, and shine your shoes. We will explore the temporary exhibition, Hair Apparent: A Hairy History of New Westminster and discover the styles and etiquette of the Victorian gentleman from New Westminster’s history and with hands-on activities. Anvil Centre 604.527.4640 Saturday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm May 30 Registration Fee: $13.25 140879
VOICE AND SINGING LESSONS (5+ years)
BIRTHDAY PARTIES & SWIM (6 - 12 years) Enjoy a 90-minute party of splish splashin’ fun and games! We decorate the room, make hot dogs or pizza, provide grab bags and let the kids go wild making their own gooey sundaes. After we get down to some serious game playing, birthday craft making and end with a swim at Canada Games Pool. The price includes invitations, hot dogs or pizza, grab bags, decorations, sundae ingredients, craft supplies, drinks and pool admission. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 10:00 am or 2:00 pm Booking Fee: $200.00 (up to 10 guests) PAJAMA PARTIES (6 - 12 years) An overnight slumber party includes a swim at the Canada Games Pool, exciting gym sports, games and popcorn and hot chocolate before bed. Our qualified leader takes charge from 8:00 pm Friday until 9:00 am Saturday and every child must bring a sleeping bag. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Booking Fee: $292.00 (up to 10 guests)
Sports
SPORTS OF ALL SORTS (5 - 9 years)
PIANO FOR CHILDREN (5+ years) Our well trained instructor is dedicated to teaching you the basics of piano in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Weekly classes provide a 30-minute private lesson and students need access to a practice piano and purchase a piano book recommended by the instructor. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Call for times (6+ years) Classes March 30 (no class April 6 & May 18) Registration Fee: $240.00 Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Monday, call for times (5+ years) March 23 - June 15 (no class April 6, May 25) Registration Fee: $220.00 Wednesday, call for times March 25 - June 17 Registration Fee: $260.00
Grab your friends for an afternoon of fun playing soccer, basketball, hockey and other exciting sporting ativities both outside and indoors. Each week you will learn new skills and play games in this action packed 90-minute session. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 pm April 13 - June 8 (no class May 18) Registration Fee: $49.60 140795
CANUCKS IN TRAINING FLOOR HOCKEY (6 - 12 years)
Introduce your child to the basics of floor hockey and teamwork. Your child will participate in drills, play various games and have fun. Everyone is welcome! Don’t forget your water bottle! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Friday, 3:15 - 4:30 pm April 10 - June 12 (no class May 15) Registration Fee: $55.50 140691
Welcoming Players Age 5 - 18 Registration information available at nwmha.ca or contact registrar@nwmha.ca www.newwestpcr.ca
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CHILDREN (6 - 12 years)
Parties
CHILDREN (6 - 12 years)
TENNIS (6 - 9 years) This program will work on the basics of forehand, backhand, scoring and court etiquette. Class size is limited to eight participants for maximum personal attention. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own racquet. Call the Parks Info Hotline, 604.527.4634, one hour prior to scheduled lesson time for weather updates and class cancellations. Queen’s Park Courts 604.777.5121 Saturday, June 6 - 27 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 140699 12:30 - 1:30 pm 140700 Registration Fee: $44.80 TENNIS 1 ON 1’S (6 - 14 years) Looking for a little one on one attention to kick start the tennis season? Whether playing at a beginner or experienced level, we can customize these lessons to maximize participation and technique development on the court. Participants must provide their own racquets. Call to book times. Moody Park Tennis Courts 604.777.5121 Booking Fee: $45.60 per hour SOCCER (5 - 8 years)
Soccer is considered the world’s most popular sport! Join in the movement and learn the basics of indoor soccer skills and teamwork. Children participate in drills, play games and have lots of fun! Weather depending, this session will happen indoors and outdoors. Don’t forget your water bottle! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Thursday, 3:15 - 4:30pm May 7 - June 10 Registration Fee: $40.75 140704
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BUTOKUKAN KARATE (5 - 12 years) Butokukan means “Training Hall of the Virtues of the Martial Arts” and draws the best from traditional and modern martial arts. Enjoy the physical and mental exercise and develop your poise, balance, concentration and self-confidence in a safe environment. Questions? Call 604.299.5061 or drop by to observe a class. Wear loose fitting clothing to start and uniforms can be purchased through the instructor. The fee does not include belt testing or association membership fees. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Beginner 140816 Tuesday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Saturday, 10:00 - 11:00 am Tuesday, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Intermediate/Advanced 140817 Saturday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm March 24 - June 20 (no class April 4 & May 16) Registration Fee: $192.00 AAA KARATE NEW MEMBER SPECIAL
This introductory, first-time, student program and includes a free $60 karate uniform. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Saturday, 10:00 - 11:00 am (no class April 4) March 24 - April 7 140818 May 2 - May 12 140819 Registration Fee: $49.00
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CHILDREN (6 - 12 years)
KARATE JUNIOR (6 - 13 years) Karate Junior emphasizes traditional and sport karate in a fun and interactive environment. Karate can improve your health, discipline, coordination and respect while learning self-defense. All abilities, first-timers to advanced students, are welcome. Wear loose fitting clothing initially and uniforms are available to purchase through the instructor. The fee does not include belt testing or association membership fees. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday & Thursday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm March 24 - June 18 Registration Fee: $206.60 140721 JUDO (7 - 12 years)
New Westminster Judo Club offers a great program that combines an art, a discipline, a fitness program and a means of self-defense. Building selfconfidence, concentration, respect and leadership, Judo teaches physical coordination, power, flexibility and body control in a fun and relaxed environment. Participants wear loose fitting clothing at the start and uniforms are purchased through the instructor. The fee does not include belt testing or association membership fees. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Monday & Wednesday, 6:00 - 6:45 pm March 23 - June 17 (no class April 6 & May 18) Registration Fee: $135.60 140815
HOOP RULES BASKETBALL (8 - 12 years)
Hit the court for an afternoon of gaining wicked b-ball skills! Learn and practice essential basketball fundamentals in this action packed 90-minute session that will include games, drills and FUN! All skill levels welcome. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Thursday, 3:15 - 4:30pm March 26 - April 30 Registration Fee: $40.75 140695
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LACROSSE (6 - 10 years)
This introductory class is the perfect starter for children with an interest in lacrosse. Work on passing, scooping and teamwork! We have plastic sticks available or bring your own. This program is for non-minor lacrosse players. C.S.A. approved helmet and face cage are encouraged but not mandatory. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Wednesday, 3:15 - 4:30pm May 6 - June 10 Registration Fee: $34.50 140715
New Member Special
Fun Fitness for Mind and Body
Free Uniform + 4 Lessons! Only $49 [A $90 value. Save $41!]
Butokukan Karate Serving New West since 1977
Register with the Centennial Community Centre OfďŹ ce Or Online: www.newwestpcr.ca 604 777-5100 Need more Info? See our online write up or call: 604 www.newwestpcr.ca
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PRETEEN & YOUTH (11 - 18 years)
Arts & Crasfts
EAST END ARTS (Grades 6 - 8) This is all about arts. Practice drawing and painting techniques, make crafts as well as complete a major project each module. This module you will create a beach towel tote bag. Register with your neighbourhood Youth Worker. Glenbrook Middle Scl - Room 127 604.834.2007 Monday, 3:00 - 6:00 pm March 23 - April 20 (except Pro-D days) 140873 May 4 - June 1 (except Pro-D days) 140874 Registration Fee: $20.00 per module CENTRAL ARTS (Grades 6 - 7) This program is all about arts. Practice drawing and painting techniques, make crafts, as well as complete a major project each module. Register with your neighbourhood Youth Worker. Irving House 604.834.0320 Thursday, 3:00 - 5:30 pm April 9 - 30 140875 May 7 - 28 140876 Registration Fee: $20.00 per module
Dance
BALLROOM AND LATIN FOR YOUTH
(12 - 18 years) Ballroom dancing is a great way to keep fit while improving self-confidence. Dancing promotes positive body awareness and dancers develop social skills, teamwork, respect for others and themselves. Above all, we have fun! This program is for beginner youth and a variety of Ballroom, Latin and Swing dances will be taught. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm April 25 - June 6 (no class May 16) Registration Fee: $40.00 140759
Do you want to become a lifeguard or improve your aquatic skills? We offer the following aquatic leadership courses: • Bronze Medallion • Bronze Cross • Assisted Water Safety Instructor • Water Safety Instructor Please call 604.526.4281 for information.
Fitness
YOGA FOR YOUTH (13+ years)
Yoga helps relieve stress and anxiety while promoting healthy body reflection. Students learn correct posture and skills, how their bodies work and how to channel their energies, concentrate and be still based on Kundalini principles. Yoga practice improves fitness and health. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 4:45 - 6:00 pm March 31 - June 2 Registration Fee: $82.70 140821
DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS WITH
ROYAL CITY TRACK AND FIELD CLUB Trained and Experienced Coaching in
royalcitytrack.ca info@royalcitytrack.ca
registration@royalcitytrack.ca www.newwestpcr.ca
Running: Sprints, middle and long distance running, hurdles Jumps: High jump, long jump, pole vault, triple jump Throws: Shot put, discus, javelin Pentathlon: A combination of 5 events Cross Country Running: Programs coached in the Fall
Competitive Track & Field 14+ Junior Development Program 9-13 Track Rascals Program for 6-8
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PRETEEN & YOUTH (11 - 18 years)
ANVIL ACTIVATORS: MUSIC (16+ years)
New Westminster is changing and so is its music scene. Anvil Centre is challenging a group of youth to be at the forefront of that change and to steer the direction of youth culture in their city. We are currently seeking a group of musicians and music lovers to join The Anvil Activators. This group won’t just be sitting around and talking. They’ll be out in the community actively creating opportunities for themselves and their peers. If you love music and want to be involved in the music scene in New West now is your chance to step up! Anvil Centre Studio 413 604.527.4640 Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm April 15 - June 24 Registration Required: Free 140644
CSC BABYSITTER TRAINING COURSE
(11 - 14 years) Do you know what to do if a stranger comes to the door or you found a child choking? This Canadian Safety Council course teaches you the basics of providing effective, safe and knowledgeable childcare skills. Understanding child behavior, first aid and safety will help you to develop strong babysitting skills. Students
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The Century House Association Presents Their Annual...
THRIFT SALE
Saturday, March 28 • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Century House • 620 Eighth Street, New Westminster • 604-519-1066
BARGAINS GALORE! “Recycled” treasures include: • Clothing & Linens • Kitchenware • Small appliances • Knick-knacks • Children’s Boutique • Toys
FREE ADMISSION! • DVDs & CDs • Plants • And more
• Jewelry • Books
Don’t miss this opportunity to pick up odds and ends at a great price. (Donations accepted from Saturday, March 21 to noon on Friday, March 27 at Century House)
Refreshments Available! Everyone is welcome! All proceeds go directly to Century House Association.
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PRETEEN & YOUTH
YO DJ PROGRAM (Grades 8+)
Learn how to DJ! Meet weekly to learn how to use the equipment, make set lists, play to a crowd and show off your skills at dances and other City events. Contact us for the required application form. Youth Centre 604.515.3775 Tuesday, 3:30 - 5:30 pm On-going (April - June) Registration Fee: $0.50 or free with Membership
(11 - 18 years)
JR. RECREATION LEADERS IN TRAINING (13 - 15 years)
Are you looking to gain valuable work experience while collecting volunteer hours that will help you on your way to being a recreation leader all-star? Learn from the pros in this super active and fun course. Groups will plan activities, create a library of games, and receive ‘Play It Fair’ certification. Next step? SENIOR Rec Leaders In Training! Century House, Oak Room 604.515.3775 Thursday, 7:00 - 8:30 pm 140851 April 9 - 30 Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday, 4:30 - 6:00 pm 140850 April 9 - 30 Registration Fee: $25.00
GIRLS NIGHT OUT (Grade 8 - 12) Girls can expect spa treatments, hair and makeup, snacks and some awesome out trips! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.636.4441 Friday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm March 27 140749 April 24 140750 May 29 140751 Registration Fee: $4.00 YOUTH COOKING PROGRAM (Grades 8+) Come out to cook or to buy a delicious meal for $3.00. Youth Centre 604.515.3775 Wednesday, 4:30 - 7:30 pm On-going (April - June) Registration Fee: $0.50 or free with Membership MUSIC SCENE (Grades 8 - 12)
Music Scene is looking for bands and musicians to create a support network of New West bands. Set up gigs and jam sessions and hone your musical skills! Contact East End Youth Worker, or the Youth Centre for more information. New Westminster Secondary Shl 604.834.2007 Thursday Council Meetings 3:00 - 4:00 pm Youth Centre Monday Jam Sessions 3:00 - 6:00 pm Registration Fee: Free
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FARM HANDS (14 - 17 years) This volunteer program is designed for students interested in working with animals and learning about farm life. Police Information checks are required for first-time volunteers aged 16 & 17. Only two volunteers per session allows for maximum experience. Registrants are limited to one session. Queen’s Park Petting Farm 604.777.5121 3:30 - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday, May 25 - 29 140706 Monday - Friday, June 1 - 5 140707 Monday - Friday, June 8 - 12 140708 Monday - Friday, June 15 - 19 140709 Monday - Friday, June 22 - 26 140710 Saturday, May 23 - June 20 140711 Sunday, May 24 - June 21 140712 8:00 - 10:00 am Saturday, May 23 - June 20 140713 Sunday, May 24 - June 21 140714 Registration Fee: Free
Library YOUNG READERS’ BOOKCLUB (9 - 12 years)
Come join the discussion of our final book selections. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Thursday, 3:30 pm April 16 Queensborough Branch Wednesday, 3:30 pm April 8 & May 6 Registration Fee: Free
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PRETEEN & YOUTH (11 - 18 years)
CREATIVE TWEENS (9 - 12 years) An after school program with a different creative activity each month. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Thursday, 3:30 pm April 2 & 30 Queensborough Branch Wednesday, 3:30 pm April 22 Registration Fee: Free TEEN MOVIE MONDAYS (13+ years)
Watch a movie with your friends at the library! New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Monday, 6:30 pm April 20 Drop-in Fee: Free
Special Events DANCES (Grades 6 - 9) With local youth DJs, these dances are always a blast! Get your tickets from your neighbourhood Youth Worker two-weeks before the dance. Youth Centre 604.515.3775 Saturday, 7:00 - 10:00 pm April 18 & June 13 Grades 8 & 9 May 16 & June 20 Grades 6 & 7 Tickets: $5.00 in advance, $10.00 at the door STAY CURRENT!
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PRETEEN & YOUTH (11 - 18 years)
Sports BUTOKUKAN KARATE (13 - 18 years)
Butokukan means “Training Hall of the Virtues of the Martial Arts” and draws the best from traditional and modern martial arts. Enjoy the physical and mental exercise and develop your poise, balance, concentration and self-confidence in a safe environment. Questions? Call 604.299.5061 or drop by to observe a class. Wear loose fitting clothing to start and uniforms can be purchased through the instructor. The fee does not include belt testing or association membership fees. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Saturday, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm March 24 - June 20 (no class April 4 & May 16) Registration Fee: $202.00 140824
AAA KARATE NEW MEMBER SPECIAL
This introductory, first-time, student program and includes a free $60 karate uniform. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Saturday, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (no class April 4) March 24 - April 7 140825 May 2 - May 12 140826 Registration Fee: $49.00 54
JUDO (12 - 15 years)
New Westminster Judo Club offers a great program that combines an art, a discipline, a fitness program and a means of self-defense. Building self-confidence, concentration, respect and leadership, Judo teaches physical coordination, power, flexibility and body control in a fun and relaxed environment. Participants wear loose fitting clothing at the start and uniforms are purchased through the instructor. The fee does not include belt testing or association membership fees. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Monday & Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:00 pm March 23 - June 17 (no class April 6 & May 18) Registration Fee: $135.60 140823
TENNIS (10 - 14 years) This program develops basic ball control skills and the fundamentals of ground strokes, volleys and serves. All skill levels are welcome. Rules, scoring, tactics and sportsmanship are included. Please bring your own racquet. Call the Parks Info Hotline, 604.527.4634, one hour prior to scheduled lesson time for weather updates and class cancellations. Queen’s Park Courts 604.777.5121 Saturday, 4:30 - 5:30 pm June 6 - 27 Registration Fee: $44.80 140702 pcr@newwestcity.ca
ADULTS (19+ years)
Arts & Crafts
WATERCOLOUR PAINTING (19+ years)
Learn essential techniques of watercolour painting. Through experimenting with different methods, and by working with a practicing artist, you will gain the necessary skills to create your own original works. Supplies included. Anvil Centre Studio 411b 604.527.4640 Thursday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm April 16 - June 4 Registration Fee: $120.00 140649
ANVIL VISUAL ARTS COLLECTIVE (19+ years) Are you an artist or arts enthusiast looking for a place to call home? The Anvil Visual Arts Collective is an art course with a twist. You will enjoy working collaboratively with other Collective members to experiment with new concepts and techniques. Our instructor will create a social and supportive environment that each member can grow and learn in. Members also have the opportunity to self-curate a group show. The spring session focus is on water-based media. No previous experience necessary. Basic supplies included. Participants may be required to bring some supplemental materials. Anvil Centre Studio 413 604.527.4640 Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm April 19 - June 7 Registration Fee: $75.00 140652 THE ART OF HISTORY (19+ years) Join Visual Historian Katherine Freund-Hainsworth and learn to combine mixed-media art with historical subject matter. This two part hands-on workshop guides you through the process of using your own historical artefacts, topics or family history projects to create a piece of meaningful artwork. This workshop is designed to complement the Art of History show that will be hanging in the Community Art Space during the sessions. Gallery tour, archive visit and art supplies included. Participants will also have access to studio space in between workshop dates to continue work on their pieces. Anvil Centre Studio 413 604.527.4640 Saturday, 1:30 - 4:30 pm June 6 & 20 Registration Fee: $63.00 140654
ABSTRACT PAINTING (19+ years) Let your imagination run wild by exploring the limitless possibilities of abstract and non-representational painting. Working with a range of materials you will learn a variety of conceptual and technical techniques and principles. You will walk away with valuable skills, a knowledge about the history and context of abstraction, and a body of work that expresses who you are. Anvil Centre Studio 413 604.527.4640 Sunday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm April 19 - June 7 Registration Fee: $150.00 140650
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ADULTS
WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP - SUNRISE, SEED POD (19+ years)
(19+ years)
This more contemporary painting workshop will target a seed pod silhouetted at sunrise. The delicate plumes and dark pods set against an orange-coloured morning sky is dramatic and quite different than any other workshop I have offered. All supplies and a working photo will be provided. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm May 9 Registration Fee: $40.00 138994
WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP CLIFFHANGER (19+ years)
This image should make a nice compliment to the ‘Surf’s Up’ workshop in that this will detail a sole pine tree hanging on to a cliff’s edge with a distant misted shore to set it off and add a little depth. All supplies and photos will be made available, and there are no pre-requisites. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm June 6 Registration Fee: $40.00 138995
POTTERY (50+ years) Century House has a well-equipped pottery studio to meet your pottery needs! Five-weeks of instruction are alternated by five-weeks of technical support time. The instructor works in cooperation with potters to determine instructional class topics. All firings are included in the fee. Clay is an extra fee and can be purchased through the studio. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm April 7 - June 9 Registration Fee: $98.00 140518 EXPLORATIONS IN MIXED MEDIA (19+ years)
The possibilities are endless when you combine different media on the same canvas. Develop skills and explore techniques that combine materials and methods in new and unexpected ways. Painting, drawing, mono-print, collage and other techniques will all be experimented with. If you like to defy convention and break the rules, this course is for you. Anvil Centre Studio 413 604.527.4640 Saturday, 12:00 - 2:00 pm April 18 - June 13 Registration Fee: $120.00 140655
ANVIL CENTRE COMMUNITY ART SPACE
The Community Art Space at Anvil Centre celebrates the rich cultural landscape of New Westminster. The space forges creative dialogue, brings attention to local art as well as creates new opportunities for artists in our city. It is an accessible space, where New Westminster based art groups can organize members’ exhibitions and it is open to emerging and established artists working in two dimensional media. For more details, please contact Biliana Velkova, 604.515.3822 or bvelkova@newwestcity.ca. 56
POTTERY: HAND BUILT TABLEWARE
(19+ years) Century House’s well-equipped pottery studio is perfect for learning how to create functional pottery using a variety of techniques for beginner and intermediate levels. All firings are included but clay is extra, which can be purchased through the studio. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm April 7 - June 9 Registration Fee: $98.00 140519
UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS CENTURY HOUSE ARTS & CRAFTS EXPRESSION OF SPRING March 23 - May 22 THE ART OF HISTORY May 25 - July 24 pcr@newwestcity.ca
ADULTS (19+ years)
MEMOIRES INTO MEMOIR (50+ years)
Have you dreamed of becoming a writer? Do you finally have the time to put your thoughts, feelings and stories onto paper? Our lives are filled with stories that deserve to be written, preserved and link generations. Learn the craft of writing your life stories in a safe, supportive, fun environment. Each week will be a ‘chapter’ from our life and we will learn with, and from, each other as we read our stories out loud and offer encouragement and feedback. You will be amazed at how your writing improves and bonding with our fellow writers. We may even become addicted to writing our memoirs. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm April 7 - June 9 Registration Fee: $58.60 140673
EXPLORING WITH PENCIL CRAYONS
(50+ years) No experience is needed for this beginner’s course that also welcomes intermediates! Pencil crayons are a versatile medium one can work with anywhere and are excellent introduction to colour. Lessons include layering, hatching, impressed line, shading and form, colour and theory, burnishing, space, depth, composition, etc. Individual attention is given. Supply list available at registration. Century House 604.519.1066 Monday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm April 13 - June 8 (no class May 18) Registration Fee: $65.00 140552
FEARLESS DRAWING (50+ years) Every one of us has the ability to draw! Whether you wish to learn how to draw for its own sake or to learn drawing as a means to aid in your painting perspective or to create compositions that draw the eye, this course is for you. Drawing is a beneficial and satisfying activity that enables you to action - to find your passion. This class is open to all levels. A limited supply list is available at time of registration. Century House 604.519.1066 Monday, 2:45 - 4:45 pm April 13 - June 8 (no class May 18) Registration Fee: $65.00 140581
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FINDING PASSION AND EXCITEMENT IN ACRYLIC PAINTING (50+ years)
For experienced acrylic artists or beginners who want to paint with feeling and enjoyment. Learn how to get the most out of your tools, enhance your composition with value, hue and intensity and how light affects your color. This course will help you understand the interaction of color and how to incorporate your passion in the form of lines, shapes, color, forms, texture and light. A limited supply list is available at time of registration. Century House 604.519.1066 Monday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm April 13 - June 8 (no class May 18) Registration Fee: $65.00 140550
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Choose from Full Day Cruises – Mid Day Discovery Cruises – Evening Sunset Dine Dance Cruises – Nature Wilderness Cruises – Christmas Cruises Available for private functions ie Staff Parties, Weddings, Family gatherings etc. Open year round
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ADULTS (19+ years)
ADVANCED ACRYLICS (50+ years) For the artist who wants to push their creative boundaries in techniques, color and texture. Learn how to get the most out of the mediums that are out there. This course will help you understand the interaction of color and how to incorporate your passion in the form of lines, shapes, color, forms, texture and light. A limited supply list is available at time of registration. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:30 pm April 14 - May 12 (no class April 21) Registration fee: $52.00 140666 BEGINNERS DRAWING AND WATERCOLOUR (50+ years)
This is a beginner’s course to learn the basics of drawing with pencil and ink followed up with flowing into watercolour pencils and the technique of watercolours on paper. This fun class is for everyone wishing to learn watercolour painting. Supplies to be discussed in the first class. Century House 604.519.1066 Friday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm April 10 - May 29 Registration Fee: $65.00 140548
INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOUR WITH RIETTE (50+ years)
Experienced in watercolour? We can take you to the next step in this progressive class that will guide you in creating finished works of art in watercolour through demos and individual guidance. Supply List discussed in the first class. Century House 604.519.1066 Friday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm April 10 - May 29 Registration Fee: $65.00 140549
Computers
TECHNOLOGY HELP (19+ years)
KEYBOARDING (50+ years) Is keyboarding a challenge? Let us help you navigate your keyboard, which will increase your computer confidence and use. Learn about keyboard components, posture and hand positioning for efficient keyboarding. Century House 604.519.1066 Wednesday, 12:30 - 2:00 pm April 1 - 22 Registration Fee: $46.50 140583
INTERNET AND EMAIL (50+ years)
BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (50+ years) Unleash your photographic creativity! Learn basic photography with your DSLR or other cameras. Learn to import pictures to your computer and then how to edit them and show them off with computer albums and slideshows. Century House 604.519.1066 Wednesday, 10:00 - 11:30 am May 13 - June 10 (no class June 3) Registration Fee: $46.50 140585
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(50+ years) We offer six computers for your use. Some of our computer hours are supported by volunteers, call for details. Please note, computers are not available during computer classes. Century House 604.519.1066 monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Saturday, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Sunday, 12:00 - 3:30 pm pcr@newwestcity.ca
Come learn to use your new device. Bring your own iPad, smart phone, tablet, laptop and we will help you learn new skills. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Monday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm April 6, 20, May 4, June 1, 15 Drop-in Fee: Free
Do you think a mouse is only a tiny rodent! Learn computer basics from turning it on to setting up email and start using the Internet in our awesome computer lab. Our goal is to have you comfortable using a computer with confidence and enjoyment. Century House 604.519.1066 Wednesday, 12:30 - 2:00 pm May 6 - 27 Registration Fee: $46.50 140584
CENTURY HOUSE COMPUTER LAB
Dance
BELLY DANCING FOR BEGINNERS (16+ years)
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to use your core in a fun and different environment. Belly dancing is an age-old art form that will teach you to move in a liquid and unique way. Learn to shimmy and twist in this energetic class! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Thursday, 6:30 - 7:30 pm March 26 - June 18 Registration Fee: $89.46 140726
BELLY DANCING - LEVEL 2 (16+ years)
For those who have mastered the movements taught in our beginner’s class, Level 2 will introduce more complex movements and steps that will take your dancing to a whole new level! You will have the opportunity to learn a full choreography and try out some belly dancing ‘props’ like veils and finger cymbals! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Thursday, 7:45 - 8:45 pm March 26 - June 18 Registration Fee: $89.46 140727
BALLROOM & LATIN FOR BEGINNER
(19 + years) Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, and the Latin dances of Cha Cha, Rumba and Samba are introduced slowly over the next few weeks giving you an opportunity to learn how to lead and follow, timing to music, origins of each dance and why they are danced the way they are. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:00 pm April 22 - June 17 Registration Fee: $60.00 140758
BALLROOM AND LATIN - LEVEL 2
(19 + years) Take Social Dance to the next level. Focusing more on the technical dances you will understand more about Ballroom and Latin dancing. This course will review the basic patterns and begin adding on, giving you more variety to choose from. Additional time will also be spent on leading and following allowing you to look and feel more comfortable on the dance floor. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Wednesday, 8:00 - 9:00 pm April 22 - June 17 Registration Fee: $60.00 141102
SQUARE DANCING (50+ years)
Square-up for laughter and a swingin’ good time! You will be assigned to an appropriate level and all new dancers are requested to come for 11:00 am. Century House 604.519.1066 Monday, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Beginner/Mainstream Monday, 12:45 - 2:30 pm Mainstream/Plus Ongoing Drop-in Fee: $7.00
LINE DANCING (50+ years) Looking for a dynamic exercise and enjoy moving to music? Line dancing will include favourite such as the Cha Cha, Samba and Mambo. Enjoy a foot-stomping good time while learning a variety of line dancing styles set to modern and country music. No partner required. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 5:15 - 6:15 pm April 21 - June 16 (no class June 2) Registration Fee: $42.50 140579 Please see our Drop-in Schedule for more classes, page 6 www.newwestpcr.ca
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ADULTS (19+ years)
HEALTHY EATING FOR SENIORS (50+ years) Join us for a 6 week program that teaches participants how to cook nutritious, delicious meals in a relaxed, supportive group environment. You will learn how to prepare and cook easy meals that are lower in fat, sugar and salt, and full of flavor, vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Once the meal is prepared, we sit down and enjoy. We can help you plan a healthy lifestyle. We do the research for you! Food Skills for Seniors program is sponsored by Family Services of Greater Vancouver and Canadian Diabetes Association. Century House 604.519.1066 Monday, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm April 13 - May 25 (no class May 18) Registration Fee: $10.00 140882
ADULTS
Come Ride With Us!
(19+ years)
Group Indoor Cycling is coming to Fitness New West at Centennial Community Centre. Get a great non-impact cardio workout by simulating riding a bike outdoors through hill climbs, sprints and interval training. Our instructors will use music and visualization techniques to guide you through a motivating workout suited to your individual fitness level. For schedule information please call the Centennial Community Centre at 604.777.5100.
Fitness - Registered
MOM & BABY YOGA (19+ years) Enjoy a fun and mindful yoga class with other moms and babies. Focus is on relaxation, breathing, regaining core strength, pelvic tone and spinal flexibility while connecting with your baby in a relaxed environment. This class is suitable for babies up to nine months. Please bring your own yoga mat. Anvil Centre Dance Studio 415 604.527.4640 Wednesday, 10:00 - 11:00 am 140622 Wednesday, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 140623 April 15 - June 3 Registration Fee: $54.00 Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 12:30 - 1:45 pm April 9 - May 7 Registration Fee: $41.50 140745 May 14 - June 25 Registration Fee: $58.00 140746 PRE-NATAL YOGA (19+ years)
Enjoy meeting other moms-to-be in a safe and supportive environment where you will learn yoga poses, breathing and relaxation techniques aimed at preparing you for childbirth and motherhood. Gentle poses are continually modified to respond to your body’s changing needs. Please bring your own yoga mat. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 3:00 - 4:15 pm April 11 - May 9 Registration Fee: $41.50 140743 May 16 - June 27 Registration Fee: $58.00 140744
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TIME (19+ years) Together In Movement & Exercise is a circuit-style exercise program is designed to benefit adults with conditions such as stroke, acquired brain injury or multiple sclerosis after discharge from formal rehabilitation. The program is offered in partnership with the Fraser Health Authority and lead by BCRPA registered instructors. Participants must be able to walk 30 feet. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday & Thursday, 1:30 - 2:30 pm March 10 - April 23 Registration Fee: $157.75 140747 May 7 - June 30 Registration Fee: $180.40 140748 ZUMBA (18+ years) This combination of latin and international dance moves set to high energy music takes the work out of work out. Classes are inspiring, energetic with the focus on fun and participants working at their own pace. Meet new people and have fun getting fit at the same time. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Monday, 5:15 - 6:15 pm April 20 - June 22 (no class May 18 & June 1) Registration Fee: $53.50 140828 ZUMBA TONING (18+ years)
Love Zumba but want to spend more time focusing on strength training and toning? This latin beat infused dance party uses light weight toning sticks to strengthen and sculpt arms, abs, glutes and thighs. Zumba Toning combines all the dance inspired fun of a Zumba class with resistance training. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 4:30 - 5:30 pm March 28 - June 20 (no class April 4, 18 & May 16) Registration Fee: $67.00 140829   pcr@newwestcity.ca
Called “the yoga of awareness” Kundalini Yoga classes are a different than other forms of yoga. Classes are taught in “kriyas”, actions aimed at purifying the mind and body while awakening and releasing your inner energies. Be prepared to chant, move, dance, hold poses longer, repeat them more often and learn a variety of deep and highly effective breathing techniques. Classes end with a deep relaxation and closing chant. This powerful system of yoga will transform your mind and body in a safe and inclusive environment. Suitable to all levels. Please wear comfortable clothing you can move in and bring a blanket and water to class. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 6:15 - 7:45 pm March 31 - June 16 140832 Thursday, 9:30 - 11:00 am 140833 Thursday, 7:00 - 8:30 pm 140834 March 26 - June 11 Registration Fee: $118.45
IYENGAR YOGA (18+ years)
BEGINNER HOOPING (19+ years) Starting with a gentle warm-up we start spinning the hoops in this mild to moderate workout. Learn the basics hooping and moving left, right and walking to music. Have some fun and lose weight at the same time. Basic hoops are provided and there is an opportunity to use a variety of weighted hoops. Just 10 minutes of hula hooping with a weighted hoop equals running an eight-minute mile. Hooping is great for all ages and it brings you back to childhood! Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Saturday, 3:15 - 4:15 pm April 25 - June 20 (no class May, 16, 30 & June 6) Registration Fee: $40.00 140831
Iyengar Yoga is a method of yoga instruction developed from classical yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar. It focuses on adapting the poses to the individual needs of students making it suitable for all levels. Progression through the poses is emphasized. Students are encouraged to focus on alignment and breathing while drawing their attention inward creating a moving meditation. Classes quiet the mind while increasing flexibility, strength and mobility. Beginners will provide a solid foundation of the poses and technique. Level I will work toward more complex poses and further mind/body understanding. Previous Iyengar yoga practice and instructor approval is required for Level 1. Bring your own mat. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Monday, 8:00 - 9:30 pm Beginners 140835 Monday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Level I 140836 March 23 - June 22 (no class April 6 & May 18) Registration Fee: $118.45
New to Centennial Community Centre! PICKLEBALL Sundays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm. See page 9.
Every Body is welcome... enjoy the unique benefits of Yoga & Pilates www.thedancingcatyogacentre.com
the Dancing Cat Yoga Centre
#4-704 Sixth St. New Westminster 604-777-1014
www.newwestpcr.ca
Gail Leslie - HATHA & THERAPEUTIC YOGA - CANDLELIGHT YOGA - (See Website) 604-777-1014 / www.thedancingcatyogacentre.com / thedancingcat@shaw.ca
Mary Vickars - YOGA WITH MEDITATION - Mondays - 7pm - Thursdays - 5:30pm 604-522-0908 / www.yogawithmary.ca / yogawithmary@hotmail.com
Suzanne Ouellette - PILATES
MAT WORK. Welcoming all ages, shapes & sizes Tues 12:15pm - Thurs - 9:30am 604 - 779-1927 / skaduzy@shaw.ca
Beate Gudmundson - EARLY MORNING & BEGINNERS YOGA. Wed - 7am - Thurs - 11am 778-232-5560 / beate@ravenmirror.com
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ADULTS (19+ years)
KUNDALINI YOGA (18+ years)
ADULTS
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION WEEKLY PRACTICE (19+ years)
(19+ years)
Free yourself from stress, anxiety and other negativities whiling improving health, inner peace, concentration and quality of life. Class includes meditation, learning new skills, gentle assistance helping you to get the most from your practice and more. Meditating in a group with an experienced teacher is a powerful aid for your practice. Welcome both beginners and returning participants. Info: LearnMindfulness.org. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm April 16 - May 14 Registration Fee: $58.80 140839
THE ABC’S OF THE EXERCISE ROOM
(50+ years) Learn how to use the exercise room at Century House properly and develop a fitness plan with Myken. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 10:35 - 11:35 am April 7 - 28 Registration Fee: $41.00 140521
EXERCISE ROOM ABC’S PART TWO
(50+ years) If you have some experience in the exercise room, and would like more, this class will empower you to utilize fitness equipment and machines to their full potential. Also incorporated are free weights, stability balls and bosu’s for more variety. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 10:35 - 11:35 am May 5 - 26 Registration Fee: $41.00 140544
YOGA FOR THE THIRD AGE (55+ years)
EXERCISE ROOM CIRCUIT (50+ years)
MINDFUL QIGONG: FOR HEALTH & VITALITY (19+ years)
DANCE FIT FOR WOMEN (50+ years) Art and science is blended in this class featuring dance and movement drawn from a variety of cultures and styles. With heart healthy cardio, barre, balance and core exercise, you will become both strong and soft. The class ends with a gentle stretch to leave you feeling happy and relaxed. No beginners please. Century House 604.519.1066 Monday, 6:00 - 7:15 pm April 13 - June 8 (no class May 18) Registration Fee: $84.00 140507
Work at your own pace in this gentle yoga practice aimed at creating ease and mobility in the mind, body and spirit. Each class will include guided meditation, breath work, yoga poses and a guided closing relaxation. Please bring a pillow and mat. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm April 9 - June 11 Registration Fee: $67.00 140837
Improve health of body and mind with gentle healing movements, which are easy to learn and enjoyable. Practicing qigong and mindfulness (mindful qigong) reduces stress, anxiety, depression and chronic pain while promoting stamina, healing, concentration and inner peace. In addition, it may slow aging. Also learn how to develop qi (energy) and mindfulness. Suitable for beginners. Info: LearnMindfulness.org/qigong Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Thursday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm May 21 & 28 Registration Fee: $23.50 140838
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Join our fun and energetic circuit training group that is instructed to ensure the safe and effective use of cardio machines, fitness equipment, free weights and stability balls to achieve a full body workout. Enjoy the fun and friendship as you work at your own pace. Century House 604.519.1066 Thursday, 9:30 am April 2 - 30 (no class April 16) 140540 May 7 - 28 140541 Registration Fee: $41.00
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No experience needed – beginners welcome. Explore a variety of dance and movement styles in a safe and friendly environment with wonderful eclectic music. Fun, snappy steps keep you on your toes, beautiful arm movements with the occasional hip shimmy keep you feeling feminine and a little sassy. Creativity helps prevent mental decline and keeps you feeling youthful, so follow a dancer’s path to better posture, good balance, energy and confidence! Century House 604.519.1066 Thursday, 6:00 - 7:15 pm April 9 - May 28 Registration Fee: $67.00 140510
ZUMBA GOLD (50+ years)
Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms with easy-to follow dance moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Interval training, where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined, will tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add a Latin flavour into fitness mix. Century House 604.519.1066 Saturday, 10:30 - 11:30 am April 25 - May 23 Registration Fee: $25.50 140555 June 13 - 27 Registration Fee: $16.00 140556
GENTLE STRETCHING FOR WOMEN
(50+ years) Stretching for women with little or no stretching experience. Beneficial for women who feel tight and /or stiff in muscles and joints, women who have arthritis and need a very gentle, basic stretching programme. Century House 604.519.1066 Thursday, 6:00 - 7:15 pm June 4 - 25 Registration Fee: $33.50 140511
GET UP & GO (50+ years) Are you looking for a beginner exercise program to help fight balance and mobility impairments? This safe exercise program is specially designed to improve strength, balance and coordination as well as functional ability, independence and quality of life. For a referral, contact Fraser Health Fall and Injury Prevention, 604.587.7850 ext. 764846. Century House 604.519.1066 Wednesday, 12:30 - 1:30 pm Friday, 12:30 - 1:30 pm April 8 - June 12 Registration Fee: $63.00 140520 See our drop-in section for more adult and 50+ offerings.
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YOGA (50+ years)
Yoga balances body, mind and spirit through gentle exercises and breathing. Yoga also enhances physical vitality and mental clarity. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a small blanket. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 9:00 - 10:30 am April 14 - June 16 Registration Fee: $84.00 140516
HATHA YOGA (50+ years)
Focus on postures and conscious breathing, in combination with mental focus, helps develop body awareness, strength, flexibility and relaxation. Through proper alignment and mindful body actions, you will move through a gentle flow of poses, at your own pace, to encourage a sense of calm and peace that reduces stress and creates physical and mental balance. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm April 7 - June 9 Registration Fee: $76.50 140547
TAI CHI - BEGINNERS LEVEL II (50+ years) Discover the many health benefits associated with this centuries old Chinese Art. Through slow, continuous turning and stretching exercise you can improve muscle strength, flexibility, balance and reduce stress. Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada volunteer instructors lead this class. Century House 604.519.1066 Monday, 1:00 pm April 13 - June 22 Registration Fee: $22.00 140512 TAI CHI - CONTINUING (50+ years)
Tai Chi continuing is for people who have completed Tai Chi Beginner Course and want to continue improving their Tai Chi practice and health. Century House 604.519.1066 Wednesday, 1:30 - 3:00 pm April 15 - June 17 Registration Fee: $33.00 140514
PILATES (14+ years)
Pilates is a system of exercises which, when practiced consistently, help to improve flexibility, strength, endurance, concentration, breathing and muscle control. These precise movements focus on developing the core muscles (the “powerhouse�) and overall body strength and awareness through the use of centering and alignment. Limited to 20 participants. Sign-up begins 30-minutes before class starts. Please bring your own yoga mat. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday, 8:00 - 9:00 pm April 7 - May 12 Registration Fee: $40.00 140859 May 19 - June 16 Registration Fee: $33.35 140860
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CANADA GAMES POOL
MAIN FITNESS AREA (15+ years) Our 5,000 square foot fitness area offers you a great selection of free weights, strength equipment and cardiovascular machines. We also carry specialty equipment used for rehab and sport-specific training. Free daily Fitness consulting is available from 1:00 pm until closing to ensure your safety and understanding on how to start or upgrade your existing fitness program. NAUTILUS AREA (15+ years) The circuit is designed for 20 people at a time and has 20 workout stations. If the circuit area is full, you will not have to wait long. A circuit takes only 22-minutes to complete and someone will be finishing every minute. HAMMER STRENGTH AREA (15+ years) The Hammer Strength equipment is great for all levels of fitness and provides you with the ability to increase strength, muscle tone and mass using quality equipment designed for safety and effectiveness. STRETCHING AREA (15+ years) Benefit from a dedicated space to tone your tummy and improve your flexibility. pcr@newwestcity.ca
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CARDIO AREA (15+ years) Step up to our 40-piece cardio section offering you recumbent and upright Lifecycles, Stairmasters, treadmills and Elliptical trainers. AQUAFIT PROGRAMS The admission fee gives you access to our Aquafit classes and our swirlpool and sauna.
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Check out the drop-in schedule on page 6 for all our fitness drop-in schedule.
CHILDMINDING SERVICE (1 mth - 5 years)
Available for parents participating in a program at Canada Games Pool or Centennial Community Centre. At Kids ‘n Toys, your child will receive expert care, play with great toys and meet new friends. Children are not allowed in the gym during fitness classes. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Mon. - Fri., 9:15 - 11:30 am & 4:30 - 6:30 pm Sat. & Sun., 8:15 am - 12:00 pm Drop-in Fee: $4.60 per hour $36.80 for 10 hours $69.00 for 20 hours
CENTURY HOUSE EXERCISE ROOM
The exercise room offers 50+ members a variety of easy to use exercise machines, cardiovascular equipment and free weights. Century House 604.519.1066 Mon. - Fri., 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Saturday, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Sunday, 12:00 - 3:30 pm Drop-in Fee: $4.15, $33.50 for 10-sessions $61.95 for 20-sessions
QUEENSBOROUGH FITNESS CENTRE
Set and meet your fitness goals in our friendly, nonintimidating fitness centre. We have designed the space to be bright and open with vaulted ceilings and plenty of natural light. The equipment offers you leading edge strength and cardio machines, free weights and an Olympic lifting platform. Our knowledgeable staff members are available to assist and answer any questions.
FITNESS ADVISORS
We are here to help you achieve your fitness goals while safely and effectively using fitness equipment. Let us help reduce the stress of the unknown and help you through coaching and motivation. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Monday - Friday, 5:00 - 9:30 pm Saturday, 2:00 - 5:30 pm
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ANVIL COMMUNITY CHOIR (19+ years)
(19+ years)
Singers of all skill levels are invited to join our Community Choir. Our expert choir director will teach you songs from around the world, old and new. Experience the joy of singing with a room full of people and sharing joy performing around New Westminster and beyond. Above all, Anvil Community Choir is about having fun and connecting with the people in your neighbourhood. No previous experience necessary. Anvil Centre Studio 417 604.527.4640 Sunday, 3:00 - 5:00 pm April 19 - June 21 Registration Fee: $75.00 140653
QUEENSBOROUGH 50+ SOCIAL CLUB
Join the Queensborough 50+ Social Club to meet new friends and have fun. The Club meets for lunch on the second Tuesday and for Bingo on the 1st, 3rd and 4th. Annual $6.00 memberships entitle you to: • Club ID card • Participate in and vote on club business • Volunteer opportunities • Participate in Club activities and programs • Bingo & the Social Luncheon
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ANVIL ACTIVATORS: THEATRE (16- 24 years) New Westminster is changing and so is its arts scene. Anvil Centre is challenging a group of youth to be leaders of cultural change. We are seeking arts enthusiasts to join The Anvil Activators. This group won’t sitting around and talking…they will be out in the community actively creating opportunities for themselves and their peers. If you love theatre, and want to be involved, now is your chance to step up! Anvil Centre Studio 413 604.527.4640 Thursday, 4:00 - 6:00 pm April 15 - June 25 Registration Required: Free 140645 ANVIL ACTIVATORS: MUSIC (16- 24 years)
New Westminster is changing and so is its music scene. Anvil Centre is challenging a group of youth to be at the forefront of that change and to steer the direction of youth culture in their city. We are currently seeking a group of musicians and music lovers to join The Anvil Activators. This group won’t just be sitting around and talking. They’ll be out in the community actively creating opportunities for themselves and their peers. If you love music and want to be involved in the music scene in New West now is your chance to step up! Anvil Centre Studio 413 604.527.4640 Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm April 15 - june 25 Registration Required: Free 140644
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Join other members for this wonderful light lunch with a fantastic bunch of people (sorry no drop-ins). Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what’s new in your community and to connect with other people. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday, 12:25 - 1:45 pm Second Tuesday of every month Registration Fee: $5.00 for members
SOCIAL CLUB BINGO (50+ years) See friends and meet some new ones as we meet almost every week and play BINGO for two hours with a break for tea, coffee and cookies. We would love to meet you! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Tuesday, 12:45 - 2:45 pm On-going Drop-in Fee: $0.50 for coffee & Bingo card CARDS AND GAMES (50+ years)
Did you know that we have card game sessions at the Centre? This is a great opportunity to learn some new games or to bring a couple friends and play games you already know! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Monday - Friday, 2:00 - 5:00 pm Ongoing Registration Fee: $6.00 per year (50+ Social Club Memberships)
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QUEENSBOROUGH ACTIVITY CLUB
(50+ years) We are planning new programs, events and activities and we want you to guide us. If you are interested in applying for this committee, we would love to hear from you! Please leave your name and contact information at the front desk or email srenyard@newwestcity.ca. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Thursday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Third Thursday of every month Registration Fee: Free
QUEENSBOROUGH KNITTERS (50+ years) We are hosting a knitting club every Thursday morning. It is an opportunity to complete sewing and knitting projects. We may also decide to have special projects during the different holiday seasons. We take on projects to knit for those in hospital care as well as projects such as the toque drive for Shaken Baby Syndrome, so come lend a needle! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Thursday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Ongoing Registration Fee: Free UKULELE BEGINNERS (50+ years)
Learn to play the ukulele with an instructor from the internationally famous Langley Ukulele Ensemble! Do not miss this opportunity! You will need a ukulele and program book, please see the office for information. Century House 604.519.1066 Saturday, 1:00 - 2:30 pm April 25 - June 20 (no class May 2) Registration Fee: $70.50 140539 www.newwestpcr.ca
UKULELE INTERMEDIATE (50+ years)
For people who took Ukulele Beginners or who have previous ukulele playing experience. Century House 604.519.1066 Saturday, 9:30 - 11:00 am April 25 - June 20 (no class May 2) Registration Fee: $70.50 140538
UKULELE ADVANCED (50+ years) For people with extensive Ukulele playing experience. Century House 604.519.1066 Saturday, 11:15 am - 12:45 pm April 25 - June 20 (no class May 2) Registration Fee: $70.50 140537 GARDENING IN THE GREENHOUSE
(50+ years) Create a lovely ‘professional quality’ planter for spring and summer tailored to your needs (i.e. sunny or shady conditions). The course is taught by the City’s Horticulture Manager, Claude LeDoux, so you will spend lots of time laughing as you learn how to make and care for your creation. Remember to bring your container back if you have taken the class before and to bring gloves and an apron if desired. Afterwards you can enjoy some refreshments and a tour of the Greenhouses. Queen’s Park Greenhouse 604.519.1066 Thursday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm May 14 Registration Fee: $37.00 140676 $32.00 with your own planter
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HAIR APPARENT: UNCONVENTIONAL HAIR STORIES (16+ years)
(19+ years)
Hair is an important part of our identity and culture but how does our perception of hair change when it’s no longer attached to our heads? From Victorian hair wreaths and jewelry to the traditional Manchu queue, our Museum curator will take you on an in-depth look at the unconventional hair stories in New Westminster’s history. New Westminster Museum 604.527.4640 Thursday, 7:00 - 8:00 pm 140563 May 14 Registration Required: Admission by Donation
VICTORIAN BOOK CLUB (18+ years)
SUMMER HANGING BASKET (50+ years)
Make one of New Westminster’s famous 12” hanging baskets designed for balconies (hanging or as a planter) filled with a colourful selection of sun or shade plants. After the class you’ll enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with a treat and take a peek at the City’s Greenhouses. If you’ve taken the class before and still have your basket, bring it back to refill. Wear sturdy shoes and bring gloves if desired. Queen’s Park Greenhouse 604.519.1066 Thursday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm May 21 Registration Fee: $37.00 140677 $32.00 with your own planter
MAKE A MAGNIFICENT HANGING BASKET (18+ years)
New Westminster is famous for its hanging baskets and this is your opportunity to create one for your home or business. Claude LeDoux, Parks Horticulture Manager and the City’s hanging basket expert, will lead a two-hour hands-on workshop at the Queen’s Park Greenhouse. Claude will show you how to put your baskets together and offer you tips and techniques to keep them blooming all summer long. We offer both 14” and 18” baskets and you can create up to two baskets per class. The fee includes: high quality plants, soil, moss, metal basket frame and hanger. Also available for an additional cost is our Eco-liner, a reusable alternative to moss. Register early for this popular program to avoid disappointment. Queen’s Park Arena 604.777.5111 Monday, April 27 12:00 - 2:00 pm 140926 Saturday, May 2 8:00 - 10:00 am 140927 Thursday, May 7 6:30 - 8:30 pm 140928 Saturday, May 16 9:00 - 11:00 am 140929 Registration Fee: $64.00 for a 14” basket $74.00 for a 18” basket
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Discuss Victorian (and Edwardian) literature and culture as you sip tea in the luxurious 1865 Irving House. We will read literary works by the Brontës, Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, Oscar Wilde, H. G. Wells, Joseph Conrad, Henry James, Mark Twain and many others. This is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and get involved in your community! The book club meets on a Saturday afternoon every two months. Irving House 604.527.4640 Saturday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm May 23 & July 25 Registration Required: Admission by Donation
MUSEUM BOOK CLUB
Engage in Anvil Centre’s exhibitions in a meaningful way as we discuss non-fiction literature related to one of New Westminster Museum’s current exhibitions. We will tour the associated exhibit and explore the themes, stories, and/or objects that intersect with the novel. This is the perfect opportunity to gain in-depth insight into the Museum’s latest exhibit. The book club meets on a Saturday morning every two months. Anvil Centre Program Room 311 604.527.4640 Saturday, 10:30 am - 11:30 am April 25 & June 27 Admission by Donation
SPOTLIGHT STORIES: SHOW AND TELL
(50+ years) Join our Museum Curator for a roundtable discussion with your favourite object. Bring one or two of your favourite objects to present to the group, share stories and find the common threads and differences from our personal histories. The Curator will share a few of her favourite objects from the Museum collection and discuss their fascinating stories and historical significance. Anvil Centre Studio 413B 604.527.4640 Wednesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm May 13 140565 Registration Required: Admission by Donation
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SOCIAL KNITWORK (19+ years) This drop-in knitting group invites all ages and skill levels to come and spend some time together knitting and chatting the first Wednesday of the month. Bring your own yarn, needles, scissors and supplies. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Wednesday, 7:00 pm April 1, May 6 & June 3 Drop-in Fee: Free TRAVEL SHOWS: OREGON COAST AND NORTHERN CALIFORNIA (19+ years)
Library FREE CITIZENSHIP CLASSES (19+ years)
Prepare for the Canadian citizenship test for free. Register at the library at 604.527.4667 or MOSAIC at 604.522.3722, ext. 155. Sponsored by the New Westminster Public Library and MOSAIC’s Settlement Program. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Wednesday & Thursday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm April 1 & 2, May 6 & 7, June 3 & 4 Registration Fee: Free
ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES (19+ years)
Make new friends while practicing English at the weekly Conversation Circles. Sponsored by the New Westminster Public Library and Family Services of Greater Vancouver. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Friday, 10:00 am (women & children only) Saturday, 10:30 am (all adults) Ongoing Drop-in Fee: Free
Take a trip along the West Coast of Oregon and Northern California when Eunice Hodge shows her travel slides. Co-sponsored by the Library and the University Women’s Club of New Westminster. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Wednesday, 2:30 pm April 1 Wednesday, 7:30 pm April 8 Drop-in Fee: Free
NATIONAL POETRY MONTH (19+ years)
Celebrate National Poetry Month with readings by two well-known poets: Candice James, New Westminster’s Poet Laureate and George Fetherling, author of many books of poetry, fiction and non-fiction. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Tuesday, 6:30 pm April 7 Registration Fee: Free
LIBRARY BOOK CLUB (19+ years)
If you like to read and discuss books with others, consider joining the library’s book club. Call to sign up. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Thursday, 7:00 pm April 16, May 21 & June 18 Registration Fee: Free
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EBOOK CLINIC (19+ years) Have a question about eBooks, eReaders or how to borrow free eBooks from the library? Sign up for a one-on-one session with a librarian. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4665 Wednesday evenings Registration Fee: Free
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SILENCING YOUR INNER CRITIC: OPENING DOORS TO YOUR CREATIVITY
(19+ years)
(19+ years) Looking for your muse to show up every time you write? Through a series of writing prompts, you’ll learn ways to access your imagination and find your writing voice. Bring your enthusiasm, paper and favourite writing tools. Presented by David Blinkhorn for the Royal City Literary Arts Society and co-sponsored by the Library. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Tuesday, 6:30 pm May 19 Registration Fee: Free
REEL READERS (19+ years)
Is the movie always better than the book? Or vice versa? Read the book, watch the movie, discuss. Check with the library for May’s book and movie, and date. A limited number of books can be borrowed from the checkout desk. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Registration Fee: Free
RIDE RIGHT: GET CYCLING (19+ years) BRING YOUR BABY BOOK CLUB (19+ years) New moms and dads! Need something to stimulate your mind? Join the book club! Bring your baby and enjoy adult books and adult conversation in a baby-friendly environment (i.e. newborn - 24 months). New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Tuesday, 1:00 pm April 21, May 19, June 16 Registration Fee: Free BYPASS WRITERS’ BLOCK: WRITING WORKSHOP (19+ years)
Bernice Lever will show you how to refuel inspiration for one’s scraps and starts of writing as well as how to choose to bury some false starts. Not all our words are meant to achieve greatness! Presented by the Royal City Literary Arts Society and co-sponsored by the Library. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Tuesday, 6:30 pm April 21 Registration Fee: Free
TRAVEL SHOWS: SICILY AND VENICE
(19+ years) Join Rick Carswell at the monthly travel shows for a tour through Italy with stops in Sicily and Venice. Cosponsored by the Library and the University Women’s Club of New Westminster New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Wednesday, 2:30 pm May 6 Wednesday, 7:30 pm May 13 Drop-in Fee: Free
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Do you want to start or get back cycling but don’t know where to start? Join some enthusiastic local cyclists for tips on how to get started, what you should bring with you, how to cycle safely and where to cycle. It’s Bike to Work Week, so try it out. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Tuesday, 7:00 pm May 26 Registration Fee: Free
AUTHOR NEIL MCKINNON (19+ years) Award winning author and Stephen Leacock Medal finalist, Neil McKinnon will read from his latest novel, The Greatest Lover of Last Tuesday, a hilarious tale about a romantic octogenarian who claims to be the world’s greatest lover but discovers that he has been looking for love in all the wrong places. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Saturday, 3:00 pm May 30 Registration Fee: Free TRAVEL SHOWS: YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK (19+ years)
Join Milada Dvevitskaya for an armchair tour through one of North America’s natural wonders, Yellowstone National Park. Co-sponsored by the Library and the University Women’s Club of New Westminster. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Wednesday, 2:30 pm June 3 Wednesday, 7:30 pm June 10 Drop-in Fee: Free
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MINDS IN MOTION (50+ years) This fitness and social program is for people experiencing early stage memory and can attend on their own or with a friend, family member or caregiver. A certified fitness instructor conducts the fitness portion and the facilitator ensures everyone is welcomed and ensures social interaction and involvement to meet participant needs and interests. Century House 604.519.1066 Wednesday, 1:30 - 3:30 pm May 6 - June 24 Registration Fee: $45.00 140545 DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT
MY WEIRD HOBBY: ULTRA MARATHON RUNNING (19+ years)
Ultra marathon running is any run that is longer than a marathon (43 km), but is often 50 to 160 km. Library staff member, Linda Barton, will talk about what it is, how to get involved, where the races are run, and perhaps most important, why do it. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Thursday, 7:00 pm June 11 Registration Fee: Free
FORMAT AND UPLOAD YOUR E-BOOKS: WRITING WORKSHOP (19+ years) Learn the tricks and tips you need to upload your book to the most common online ebook retailers such as Smashwords, Amazon and Kobo. Given from a Canadian point of view and useful for self-publishers or indie publishers. Presented by the Royal City Literary Arts Society and co-sponsored by the Library. New Westminster Public Library 604.527.4660 Tuesday, 6:30 pm June 16 Registration Fee: Free
This FREE workshop covers a wide-range of strategies and tools to help you manage diabetes and related symptoms to enhance daily activities and quality of life. The workshop is for people with type 2 diabetes, their family members, friends and caregivers. Learn about the Diabetes Self-Management Toolbox; how to prevent low blood glucose (hypoglycaemia); prevent or delay complications; plan low fat meals and read nutrition labels; use strategies for sick days; practice proper foot care and communicate effectively with your health care team. Self-Management BC is a Ministry of Health, Patients as partners admimistered by the University of Victoria. Century House 604.519.1066 Saturday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm April 25 - June 6 (no class May 16) Registration Required: Free 140554
ARTHRITIS ESSENTIALS
There are more than 100 types of arthritis, this two hour interactive workshop will help you understand the signs, symptoms and treatment options for this complex chronic disease. The workshop is facilitated by a trained peer volunteer. Call to sign up. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm April 21 Registration Required: Free
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TIPS, TRICKS AND TOOLS FOR JOINT PROTECTION
Arthritis can make daily activities difficult and painful. This interactive workshop provides information about the many tools, gadgets and techniques to help make daily tasks easier and less painful. Learn tips to help you reduce the impact of arthritis on your activities. The workshop is facilitated by a trained peer volunteer. If you are interested in participating please call Century House to sign up. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm May 12 Registration Required: Free
WHY AM I SO TIRED?
Fatigue and difficulty sleeping are common symptoms of arthritis. Learn valuable tips to help manage fatigue and get a good night’s sleep. The workshop is facilitated by a trained peer volunteer. Call to sign up. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm June 9 Registration Required: Free
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LET’S TALK ABOUT DEMENTIA
Participants learn basic information about Alzheimer’s and dementia and review associated myths and stigmas. You will also explore how we all can work towards creating supportive, dementia friendly environments in our homes, workplaces and communities. Interested? Call to sign up for a session. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm April 7 Thursday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm May 28 Friday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm June 19 Registration Required: Free
HEALTHY BRAIN
Healthy aging and brain health is important and not to be overlooked! This workshop encourages participants to actively engage in protecting and maintaining their brain. Learn strategies and set goals for improving the health of your mind, body and spirit. Interested? Call to sign up. Century House 604.519.1066 Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm April 22 Friday, 10:00 - 11:30 am June 12 Registration Required: Free pcr@newwestcity.ca
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TRANSITION TO RESIDENTIAL CARE
This session helps family caregivers considering residential care options for a loved one with dementia. Information will be shared on accessing residential care in the community, as well as reviewing important considerations when choosing a facility. Also explore challenges families face about choosing residential care and learn some transition strategies. Call to sign up. Century House 604.519.1066 Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm June 23 Registration Required: Free
Sports
AAA BUTOKUKAN KARATE (19+ years) Butokukan means “Training Hall of the Virtues of the Martial Arts” and draws the best from traditional and modern martial arts. Enjoy the physical and mental exercise and develop your poise, balance, concentration and self-confidence in a safe environment. Questions? Call 604.299.5061 or drop by to observe a class. Wear loose fitting clothing to start and uniforms can be purchased through the instructor. The fee does not include belt testing or association membership fees. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Saturday, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm March 24 – June 20 (no class April 4 & May 16) Registration Fee: $202.00 140824 NEW MEMBER SPECIAL
This introductory, first-time, student program and includes a free $60 karate uniform. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Saturday, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (no class April 4) March 24 - April 7 140825 May 2 - May 12 140826 Registration Fee: $49.00
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JUDO (16 + years)
New Westminster Judo Club offers a great program that combines an art, a discipline, a fitness program and a means of self-defense. Building self-confidence, concentration, respect and leadership, Judo teaches physical coordination, power, flexibility and body control in a fun and relaxed environment. Participants wear loose fitting clothing at the start and uniforms are purchased through the instructor. The fee does not include belt testing or association membership fees. Centennial Community Centre 604.777.5100 Monday & Wednesday, 8:00 - 9:30 pm March 23 - June 17 (no class April 6 & May 18) Registration Fee: $142.35 140840
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CO-ED SLO-PITCH LEAGUE (19+ years)
Gather up the group from work or friends in your neighborhood and enter a team in our recreational slo-pitch league. Intermediate and Open divisions are offered with 10 scheduled games plus a weekend of playoffs. The league will begin the week of April 24. Please call with questions or to request applications. Mandatory weekend playoffs: July 17 - 18. New West Ball Diamonds 604.777.5121 Tuesday evening (turf) 140714 Thursday evening (grass) 140719 Friday evening (turf) 140718 Friday evening (grass) 140720 Registration Fees: $370.00 (grass) $645.00 (turf)
TENNIS (15+ years) This program is for the beginner to intermediate player. Learn to establish longer rallies, hit more effective serves and feel more comfortable coming to the net. Work on singles and doubles fundamentals with additional movement and ball control skills. Please bring your own racquet. Call the Parks Info Hotline, 604.527.4634, one hour prior to scheduled lesson time for weather updates and class cancellations. Queen’s Park Courts 604.777.5121 Saturday, June 6 - 27 5:30 - 6:30 pm 140705 6:30 - 7:30 pm 140723 Registration Fee: $47.25 See our Drop-in Section for more activities, pages 5 - 10 74
TENNIS 1 ON 1’S (15+ years) Looking for some personal training to kick start off the tennis season? Whether you play at a beginner or experienced level, we’ll customize these lessons to maximize participation and technique development on the court. Participants must provide their own racquets. Call to book times. Moody Park Tennis Courts 604.777.5121 Booking Fee: $45.60 per hour BEACH VOLLEYBALL MEET & GREET
(15+ years) The sand courts are usually first-come-first-‘served’ but we put aside three times for beach volleyball enthusiasts to meet and play! This is your chance to connect with others, assess availabilities, interests, skill levels and arrange more times to play together! Session will be cancelled in poor weather. Westminster Pier Park Sand Courts 604.777.5121 Sunday, 9:00 - 11:00 am June 7 Wednesday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm June 17 Drop-in Fee: FREE
QUEEN’S PARK RUNNING CLUB (18+ years)
Boost your fitness while enjoying a 50+ minute run with motivating companionship. Groups are formed according to skill levels and training goals. Members also participate in a variety of local social events throughout the year. Give us a test ‘run’ before joining or contact queensparkrwc@gmail.com for more information. Queen’s Park Bandshell Tuesday & Thursday, 7:00 pm Sunday, 8:00 am Ongoing Membership Fee: $35.00 annually pcr@newwestcity.ca
NewWestCulturalMap.ca WHAT IS A CULTURAL MAP?
The New Westminster Cultural Map is your go-to website that offers interactive information about our vibrant cultural community. Discover and connect with the people, places, businesses and organizations offering cultural pursuits in New Westminster.
CULTURAL COLLABORATION!
The New Westminster Cultural Map project is sponsored by the City of New Westminster, Douglas College and the Arts Council of New Westminster. Additional funding was also provided by a BC Creative Communities grant from the Ministry of Community, Sports and Cultural Development (Arts, Culture and BC Arts Council Branch).
GET ON BOARD!
If you are an artist or offer New Westminster a cultural asset, please visit www.newwestculturalmap.ca and Add a Cultural Resource to the Cultural Map. It is easy, quick and will further New Westminster’s arts and cultural community and vibrancy.
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EASTER IN QUEEN’S PARK 2015
Join us at Easter in Queen’s Park! This family oriented event, geared towards children between 3 – 10 years, features: entertainment, crafts & face painting, photos with Mr. & Mrs. Bunny, the petting farm and loads of fun activities for youngsters to enjoy. Concession services will be available. Call for further event details. Queen’s Park Rainbow Playland 604.777.5121 Sunday, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm April 5 Admission: Free
QUEENSBOROUGH OPEN MIC (All Ages)
Calling musicians of all abilities! The emphasis is on different jam circles, with a small seating area for breaks and spectators. Microphones, PA and some instruments are available for those who want to learn or try something new. There will be chord and lyric’s pages if you want to play some covers. A small coffee bistro area will have refreshments and snacks to purchase. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Friday, 6:30 - 9:00 pm April 17, May 8 & June 19 Registration Fee: Free
CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL & MEGAN’S PLACE TEDDY BEAR PICNIC! (All Ages)
This annual Queensborough Children’s festival is a fun filled family event celebrating children of all ages! There will be interactive play, craft and recreation stations as well as entertainment. The event goes rain or shine with some indoor and outdoor activities. Food will be available for purchase. Don’t forget your favorite stuffed animal for Megan’s Place Teddy Bear picnic! Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Saturday, 11:30 am - 3:00 pm June 20 Drop-in Fee: Free
RE-CYCLE RODEO (All Ages) The Re-Cycle rodeo is a fun filled day reminding us to preserve our eco-system by reusing and recycling. We are hosting a blanket/thrift sale where you can register a spot to sell your wares. In the park we are hosting a kid’s bicycle obstacle course to encourage us to travel green. There will be a number of other elements to the day including a BBQ and businesses to receive our recyclables. It will be a day for the whole family so cycle on over. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Sunday, 10:00 am - 2:30 pm May 3 Drop-in Fee: Free
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A WALKING TOUR OF TWELFTH STREET (All Ages)
Join the West End’s knowledgeable walker Mary Wilson and New Westminster Museum Curator, Oana Capota, in a lively exploration of Twelfth Street as part of Jane’s Walk, a global series of free neighbourhood walking tours. Learn about the street’s secrets and the contributions of the neighbourhood’s immigrants, with a special look at the barbershops and hair salons, as part of the Museum’s exhibit Hair Apparent: A Hairy History of New Westminster. Engage in conversation about this fascinating history, spend some time discovering your community, and connect with your neighbours. Meet at 12th & 6th Streets (NE corner) 604.527.4640 Saturday, 10:00 - 11:30 am May 2 Registration Required, Free 140567
Heritage HAIR TODAY, GONE TOMORROW: A HISTORY OF HAIR (All Ages)
COME FOR COFFEE (All Ages)
Volunteers are making coffee and muffins to start your day off right! Come and get your simple breakfast at the Centre. Our revised menu includes cookies, cinnamon rolls, and mocha’s. So pop by and “Come for Coffee” on your way to school or work. Queensborough Community Ctr. 604.525.7388 Monday - Thursday, 8:30 - 10:00 am April 1 - June 30
VIBE: HAIR APPARENT (All Ages) We invite you to welcome the weekend by engaging in the City’s newest cultural hub, Anvil Centre. Start an affair with New Westminster Museum as we open our newest exhibit, Hair Apparent: A Hairy History of New Westminster. Lose yourself in the fascinating Museum collections & special exhibits, explore an exciting new exhibit at the New Media Gallery, or just rendezvous & socialize while enjoying live music and refreshments. Anvil Centre 604.527.4640 Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm April 23 Admission by Donation Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow. Museum exhibits, see page 56 78
Join popular fashion historian Ivan Sayers for a presentation about men’s and women’s hairstyles from the 1850s to the 1970s. From the wacky hairstyles of the 1800s to the hippies of the 1970s, Ivan will illustrate this fascinating history with slides, original hairpieces and a demonstration of hairstyles. Anvil Centre Studio 411 604.527.4640 Saturday, 2:00 - 3:00 pm June 13 Registration Fee: $10.00 140861
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUMS DAY (All Ages)
Explore the cultural spaces and galleries at Anvil Centre for a full day of programs celebrating International Museums Day. Interactive Discovery Carts offer visitors the ability to touch, play and use pieces from our teaching collection from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Join our curators and artisans for in-depth tours and discussions of our current exhibits as scheduled: 10:00 am New Media Gallery Exhibition Tour 11:00 am Community Art Space - Century House Arts & Crafts Expression of Spring 12:00 pm Break (no talks) 1:00 pm New Westminster Museum - Hair Apparent: A Hairy History of New Westminster 2:00 pm Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame Bruce MacDonald - Room 311 3:00 pm New Media Gallery Exhibition Tour 4:00 pm Community Art Space - Century House Arts & Crafts Expression of Spring Anvil Centre 604.527.4640 Monday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm May 18 Drop-in Fee: By Donation pcr@newwestcity.ca
Gather the family on the last Saturday of every month and try out old-time games and toys from the museum’s teaching collection and some new games that will get you thinking. New Westminster Museum 604.527.4640 Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm April 25, May 30 & June 27 Admission by Donation
MOTHER’S DAY TEA (All Ages)
APRIL FAMILY FUN DAY (All Ages) Join us for a multi-cultural celebration. Commemorate St. George’s Day, National Tartan Day, Easter and other cultural events of New Westminster. New Westminster Museum 604.527.4640 Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm April 11 140566 Registration Required: Admission by Donation NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY (All Ages)
National Aboriginal Day events take place from coast to coast and New Westminster is no exception. Join us at Anvil Centre for a day of unique programming celebrating the diverse cultures of Canada’s Aboriginal populations. New Westminster Museum 604.527.4640 Sunday, 1:00 - 4:00 pm June 21 Admission by Donation
INTERACTIVE DISCOVERY CART (All Ages)
Look and touch! Docents will be in the gallery with artefacts from our Teaching Collection on the first Saturday of every month. Each week we feature new artefacts for you to explore, play and learn from. New Westminster Museum 604.527.4640 Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm April 11, May 2 & June 6 Admission by Donation
Spoil mom on her special day with tea served in the “Grandmother’s Room” at Irving House. Enjoy tea and refreshments, then join costumed guides for a guided tour of the home of Elizabeth Irving, one of the City’s pioneer mothers! Each seating can accommodate six guests; individuals can sign up for the 3:00 pm sitting on Saturday. Irving House 604.527.4640 Saturday, May 9 12:00 pm 140570 1:00 pm 140571 2:00 pm 140572 Sunday, May 10 12:00 pm 140574 1:00 pm 140575 2:00 pm 140576 3:00 pm 140577 Registration Fee: $105.00 for six people Individual registration: Saturday, 3:00 pm May 9 140573 Registration Fee: $17.50 per person
Library
FAMILY STORYTIME (All Ages) Read stories, sing songs as a family. New Westminster Public Library Tuesday, 7:00 pm March 3 - April 28 Drop-in Fee: Free
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VAGABOND PLAYERS PRESENTS THE O’CONNER GIRLS
LEND ME A TENOR
A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM
by Katie Forgette
by Ken Ludwig
by William Shakespeare
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June 4 - 27, 2015
July 30 - Aug. 16
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BOARD GAMES: THEN & NOW (All Ages)
NEW WESTMINSTER MUSEUM, ARCHIVES & CULTURAL SERVICES
NEW WESTMINSTER MUSEUM
Located at Anvil Centre, the New Westminster Museum cares for over 35,000 objects that celebrate our city’s stories and history. Taking you on a journey from 10,000 years ago through today, our exhibits focus on the land, people and development of the place we call New Westminster. We aspire to be a fun and entertaining place of learning and use the objects in the Museum’s collection as an entry-point to inquiry, discussion and exploration about the City.
ARCHIVES
Visit the archives to learn about the history of your community, “lost” relatives, significant historical events or facts about older homes. For research assistance, please call 604.527.4640 or email museum@newwestcity.ca.
IRVING HOUSE
Travel in time! Irving House is the oldest intact house in the Lower Mainland, built in 1865 by riverboat captain William Irving. Beautifully preserved original features such as 1880s wallpaper, late Victorian parlours, Edwardian rooms and unique furnishings.
NEW WESTMINSTER MUSEUM, SAMSON V AND IRVING HOUSE GUIDED TOURS
Guided group tours can be booked for New Westminster Museum at Anvil Centre or Irving House on weekdays for $66.00 (adult groups) and $59.00 (children’s group) for a maximum of 25 participants, 604.527.4640 or museum@newwestcity.ca.
THE SAMSON V MUSEUM
Opening in May, and located by the RiverMarket, the 1937 Samson V snag-boat is BC’s last steam-powered sternwheeler. This former working ship tells the story of the Fraser Port.
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Museum Exhibits
HAIR APPARENT: A HAIRY HISTORY OF NEW WESTMINSTER
This exhibit spotlights New Westminster’s barbershops, salons and hairstyles of yesteryear, as well as the diversity of contemporary hairdressing in the city. April 23 - June 21 Opening Reception: Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm April 23
ARCHITECTURAL GEMS IN THE CROWN OF THE ROYAL CITY
This exhibit looks at the enduring treasures and lost homes of our city, along with a celebration of the 150th anniversary of Irving House. May 21 - November 29 Opening Reception: Thursday, May 21 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm
NEW WESTMINSTER NEW MEDIA GALLERY
Experience art that has been created in a world transformed by technology. Discover art that responds, senses and communicates. Encounter art that reflects our contemporary world and sheds light on our past. Respond to challenging materials and ideas. Take away a little bit of wonder and a wealth of inspiration.
Upcoming Exhibitions AMOUR FOU
February 14 - April 12, 2015 A disorderly exhibition that examines love…and love gone wrong. Amour Fou brings together an international group of artists who take a sometimes irreverent look at the romantic side of love. Funny, poignant, captivating and rollicking good fun (Adult Content). pcr@newwestcity.ca
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ID TAGS
Simple, inexpensive, and easy to see, a tag on your pet’s collar is the most basic form of identification. You can purchase pet ID tags from most pet supply stores, and have them personalized with your pet’s name and your contact information. These work well for both cats and dogs. Always remember to attach your pet’s tags to their collar and make sure he/she wears it at all times. Of course, tags can fall off or may not be readable, and collars can slip or break. So we highly recommend a tattoo or microchip implant as a permanent backup, in addition to a collar and tags. In addition, the number on a City of New Westminster dog tag is tracked in a computer database. If your dog is found, we can check the tag number, and let you know that your pet has been found or impounded. All dogs in New Westminster must have a current dog license tag displayed on their collar.
MICROCHIP IMPLANTS
Microchip ID implants are about the size of a grain of rice, and contain a unique identification number. These implants are injected under the loose skin between your pet’s shoulder blades. It is quick and relatively painless. Animal shelters and veterinarians have special scanners that can read the microchip implant number. If we scan your pet and find a microchip number, we will contact the microchip registration database to obtain your contact information. Microchips are not detectable without a scanner, but you can attach a special tag to your pet’s collar that tells people your pet has a microchip. It is much easier, and less-invasive, to run a scanner over an animal than it is to peer into their ear for a tattoo.
KEEP INFO CURRENT! PET IDENTIFICATION - THE MORE, THE MERRIER!
Even if your pet is “always indoors” or is “never let offleash”, he/she still needs identification. Scared or excited pets can run away unexpectedly and pets without ID are often not reunited with their owners. There are a few different types of pet ID:
TATTOOS
Tattoos are a visible and permanent method of identification. A tattoo code is inked onto one of your pet’s ears (usually the right ear) while they are under anesthesia. The tattoo code represents the facility where the tattoo was done, the year it was done, and a number for the animal. When we can read a tattoo from a pet’s ear, we then phone the facility that did the tattoo and they check their records for owner information. Tattoos are visible to the naked eye, but sometimes they will fade over time and become illegible. If you notice that your pet’s tattoo is no longer legible, consider getting a microchip ID implant. Also, tattoo codes are province-specific, so if you have moved since having your pet tattooed, you will want an additional type of ID. 82
Using at least one of these types of pet ID will reduce the chance of your pet being truly lost. But they only work if you keep your contact information up to date. So if you move or change your phone number, you must advise the veterinary hospital or the microchip ID registration company. The only thing more heart-breaking than a stray pet with no ID is one with ID that leads to a dead-end. We can’t say it enough: update your contact information! And keep a record of all your pets’ tattoo, microchip, license and rabies tag numbers. If you have to file a lost pet report with the animal shelter, the more information you can provide, the better.
Seven convenient and safe off-leash dog enclosures are located at:
• Mercer & Duncan Streets • Carnarvon & Blackie Streets • Chilliwack & 10th Streets • Quayside Drive & Rialto Court • 7th Avenue & 22nd Street • Queen’s Park • Hume Park Visit www.newwestpcr.ca for details.
In New Westminster, cats that are allowed to be outdoors must be sterilized and identified. pcr@newwestcity.ca
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New Westminster’s Illustrious Barber “George Mead begs to inform the public that he has built a first class hairdressing saloon.” Mead placed this announcement in the Mainland Guardian in 1878. George Mead, born in 1848 in England, moved in 1878 to New Westminster. He became prosperous enough to own a brick building adjacent to the Colonial Hotel on Columbia Street, by McKenzie Street, as seen in the 1893 photo below. In April 1896, he added two baths with running water to his shop. Mead offered baths to customers before this, but he would have had to make his own arrangements for obtaining the water. After the fire of 1898, his 635 Columbia Street building was replaced with the 1901 Holmes Block, later known as the Collister Block. Shortly after moving to New Westminster, he also purchased 12 acres of land and by 1892, the directory listed him as a fruit grower at the West End Fruit Farm (at that time outside the city, probably near today’s Connaught A studio portrait of George Heights). He was also listed as a tinner (presumably for canning fruit) and Mead (1848-1919), ca. 1905. as an agent for a brand of corn cob pipes. He eventually sold his land and (NWMA IHP0488) moved to the location later known as Mead’s Station on the BCER line. Mead had eight children. His daughter, Fanny Alberta Mortimer Mead, later known as Dollie DeGrey, was the 1886 May Queen, a Native Daughter of B.C. and named the New Westminster’s Woman of the Year in 1956. In July 1896, the twenty-year-old woman married Frances Smith de Grey, another hairdresser. George died on January 16, 1919 at Providence Hospital in Oakland and his body was returned to New Westminster four days later to be buried in the Fraser Cemetery. His memory lives on with Mead Street. We want to hear your stories about George Mead. If you have any information about him or other nineteenth century barbers, please contact Oana Capota, Curator at 604.515.3842 or ocapota@newwestcity.ca. To learn more about the city’s barbers, see the New Westminster Museum’s new exhibit Hair Apparent: A Hairy History of New Westminster (April 23 - June 21).
Callithumpian procession in 1893 on Columbia Street. Callithumpian refers to a noisy riotous parade with the “blowing of tin horns and other discordant noises.” (NWMA IHP8056-19)