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⚓ Prominent New Westie shares thoughts on school grading
Plus: deals and dining out for the holidays!
New West Anchor Staff
December 19, 2023
Welcome to Tuesday, New West.
A number of local events have popped up ahead of Christmas and New Year’s! If you scroll on down to the end of this edition of the newsletter, you’ll see a couple of offerings available for Dec. 24 and 31.
If you know of some other events, don’t be a stranger: reply to this email and share so we can let other New Westies in on the fun. 😉
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LOCAL HEADLINES
School board trustee Danielle Connelly. Photo: New West Progressives
In case you missed it, school board trustee and local parent Danielle Connelly was featured in a Vancouver Sun article sharing her thoughts on the use of a proficiency scale, versus letter grades.
Another local parent, Laura Kwong—who is chair of the District Parent Advisory Council—also shared her thoughts.
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📣 Neighbourhood bulletin
🌟 The Wishing Tree. Tourism New West has set up a wishing tree that you can visit at Moody Park. Visit now before it leaves on Jan. 28.
👀 Contest alert. Odihi, a not-for-profit based in New Westminster, is giving away passes to The Color Purple. Learn more about how to enter through their Instagram page. The draw for the winners is happening on Wednesday.
🗳️ In case you missed it. Last night there was a candidate info session for the upcoming school board by-election. This appears to be the City page you’ll want to bookmark for the Feb. 3 vote.
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🗞 In other news
Food fight. A Langley woman says she recently spent $150 to make one meal for her family of five. She broke down her bill as a recent report found Canadian grocers will be making more than $6B this year—up 8% from last year. (CityNews Vancouver)
Food fears. ReFeed Farm—a social enterprise in Langley that grows food for local food banks—is set to go under, according to its owner. (CBC Vancouver)
Pet problems. Pet owners in BC are apparently struggling to hold on to their furry friends, according to the Paws for Hope Foundation. (CTV Vancouver)
AI. Multiple Fraser Health hospitals are planning to use AI to help detect colon cancer, New West’s Royal Columbian Hospital included. (New West Record)
Windfall. Nearly $250,000 has been earmarked for New West groups. The money is coming from the province’s Community Gaming Grants. (New West Record)
🤩 Community spotlight
Zornitza Dance Ensemble
Dance Ensemble Zornitza is a not-for-profit aiming to preserve and promote Bulgarian folklore, tradition, and culture through dance, music, song, and authentic folk costumes. Be sure to give this amazing local group a follow on their social media pages, including their Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.
🤝 Now hiring
Server, Frankie G’s Pub. Wage: $16.75/hour.
Shop cleaner, Kirmac. Wage: $20/hour.
Staffing clerk, Fraser Health. Wage: $28.30/hour.
Sales associate, The Bridal Gallery. Wage: $17/hour.
Retail associate, Vape Street. Wage: $18.50/hour.
Print project manager, Royal Printers. Wage: $25/hour.
Administrative assistant, UFCW 1518. Wage: $28.76/hour.
Hiring in New West? Reply to this email and let us know.
🍴 Where to eat and drink (for the holidays)
The Tannenbaum. The Tannenbaum is offering a Christmas eve special: for $31 you can have a turkey dinner with all the fixings. Learn more about how to book your table through their Instagram page.
Steel & Oak. This made-in-New West brewery is throwing a New Year’s Eve bash—and you’re invited. The event starts at 8pm and includes some drinks along with a three-course menu by Tultepec. Tickets can be purchased online, and they’re $75 each.
The Sapperton District Tap House. They’ll also be celebrating New Year’s Eve with food, fun, and live music. Make sure you get your tickets ahead of time—they’re offering an early bird discount that’s good until Christmas day.
🗓️ Things to do
Shine Bright shop nights. This is the last week of this evening event. Make sure to visit participating Downtown New West retailers—many of whom will be extending their hours to help you find those perfect last-minute gifts!
Winter Discovery Days. It’s fun for the whole family at the Fraser River Discovery Centre. This edition of Discovery Days is on from this Thursday until Jan. 7—don’t miss out.
Light up the Night family skate. For less than $4, hit the ice at Moody Park Arena on Saturday, Dec. 23. The event starts at 6:30pm. Rentals are also available for a fee.
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