Editor’s note: this is the first week we are offering a full seven-day listing for all of the things to do in New West! If a date is not on the list, it means we did not receive a submission.

If you’d like to submit your event, please take a look at the rules and requirements on our contact page. 

Ongoing

• aBIOTIC. Three installations look to abstract and synthesize the mysterious and ethereal behaviours of non-biological factors. On until April 23. New Media Gallery.

• Katrina Ewanchuk. The artist’s Elements of Nature will be on display until March 31. Second floor, New West Public Library’s main branch.

• Landscape of Tranquility. This work by Wenyan Xu expresses beauty, peace, and calmness through Chinese ink paintings. On until March 30. The Plaskett Gallery at Massey Theatre.

• Common Threads. Victoria Mitchell’s work acknowledges the interconnections between various entities, explored through art. On display until March 26. The Gallery at Queen’s Park.

• Spring discovery days. Delve into the stories that are a part of the mighty Fraser River. on until March 26. 10am to 4pm. Fraser River Discovery Centre.

Thursday, March 16

• Councillor cafe. Grab a cup o’joe and bring your questions. 1pm. Amelia’s Restaurant. 640 12th St.

• In Their Words. Feature speakers present their favourite author from any genre in poetry, fiction, non-fiction, or drama. You’ll need to request the Zoom link to attend this free event’ email [email protected]. 7pm. Online.

Friday, March 17 🍀 (St. Patrick’s Day)

• Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day. Includes a special drink list, giveaways, and music courtesy of a live band. Reserve your table for a $50 deposit. Enjoy performances by a Celtic Trio band from 7 to 10pm—and get a gift when you order a pitcher of Guiness. Sapperton District Taphouse.

• St. Patrick’s Day. Show up in your best green outfit, enjoy some green beer and/or cocktails, and enjoy a local pipe band and Irish dancers to start. Doors open at 11am, performances start later. Union Jack Public House.

• Irish You Were Here. Enjoy drink specials, prizes, and giveaways. Tables are available for reservation until 6pm. Book ahead at [email protected].

• Friday night Magic. This event is for standard players only. (Modern players will need to attend the event at the Lougheed Town Centre location.) Players should have a Wizards account before entering—you can register here. 6pm. T&N Games, Royal City Centre.

• Bands/performers at Bully’s. Easy Sin, Slightest Clue, Toy Tiger, and Lukewarm Believer take the stage. 19+ show, tickets are $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door. Bully’s Studios.

• Perkele group training. Newcomers are welcome to give kettlebell workouts a try! The theme for this one is “cardio.” Questions? Find Perkele on Instagram. 6pm. Queen’s Park east field corner.

• St. Patrick’s party. Win prizes, enjoy green beer and St. Patrick’s Day cocktails. Event also happening on March 18. Hops Northwest Pub.

• Community Latin dance social. Learn how to dance to new Latin songs and old favourites—requests welcome. $10. 8:30pm. Sapperton Hall.

Saturday, March 18

• Defyne Development. This is an opportunity for attendees to ask uncomfortable questions and learn more about their neighbours. Free event, reservations required. 12pm. Century House, Spruce Room.

• Electronics data destruction & recycling event. Get rid of those old cellphones and hard drives—to name a few. Check out this list to see what is and isn’t being accepted. 10am. New West City Hall parking lot.

• New West Craft. Shop a collection of 35+ local artists and makers and browse all of the amazing River Market shops. 11am to 4pm. River Market.

• River Basin Days. How do birds prepare for spring? Entry starts at $2 and is based on age. 2 to 3pm. Fraser River Discovery Centre at Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park.

• Book launch of Apartheid. Royal City Literary Arts Society presents Una Bruhns. The event is free, but you’ll need to register by emailing [email protected]. Autographed copies of the book will also be available. 1:30pm. New Westminster Public Library, main branch.

• A Dinosaur Tale. Two eighth graders must work together to send dinosaurs to their original time. Tickets start at $20. 2pm and 7pm. Massey Theatre.

• Outside/In, in: Quebec. Sinha Danse will take to the stage with its contemporary performance. [Note: this event is FULL]

• Outside/In, outisde: Quebec street social. From hot chocolate to live musical performances, and a variety of artisans, don’t miss the final event in this free series. 2pm. Hyack Square.

• St. Patrick’s party. Hop’s Northwest Pub.

• Bands/performers at Bully’s. This indie rock show includes Landmark 20, The Stonefruits, La Lune, and Emma Alves. Tickets are $20 at the door. 19+ event. 7pm. Bully’s Studios.

Sunday, March 19

• Storytime with arts and crafts. This free event is for children 2+ and sign-up is required. 9:30am. River Market, 2nd floor.

• Kalora studio paint party. The theme is ‘lemons.’ Fee is $60. 12pm. 316-295 Francis Way.

• F1: Saudi Arabian grand prix. Don’t miss the race! 10am. Match Eatery & Public House.

• Paint with Larisa. The theme is ‘March landscape.’ Fee is $70. 200-733 6th St.

• A Dinosaur Tale. Tickets start at $20. 2pm and 7pm. Massey Theatre.

Monday, March 20 🌸 (first day of spring)

• The Very Hungry Caterpillar Day. This free event is for children 2+ and sign-up is required. 10am. River Market, second floor.

• Until Branches Bend. One-night only showing. Landmark Cinemas.

Tuesday, March 21

• Inaugural winemaker’s dinner. El Santo is teaming up with Summerhill Pyramid Winery to serve up a four-course dinner. Set menu is $95, plus taxes and gratuity. $10 from every ticket goes to Canucks Autism Network. Purchase tickets in advance through this website. 6pm.

Wednesday, March 22

• Vancouver career fair. Connect with hiring companies, government, employment services, colleges, and universities. Event is free but registration is required. 1pm. Anvil Centre.

• NWPD info session. Curious about a career in law enforcement? Anyone 19 years or older is welcome to attend. [Note: this event is FULL.]