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Welcome to Tuesday, New West!

It’s a little early, but a heads up we’re taking a little Anchor break—it’s my first one since we started our news outlet last year! There will be no newsletters Aug. 1-5.

I have no idea what I’ll be doing, but I’m thinking about some time by our local waters with my big list of books I need to get through, or maybe some kind of water-related excursion. Either way, it’ll be a good time to get outside and get some rest and relaxation.

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A LOCAL MYSTERY

Is your name Marc or Danny?

If your name is Marc or Danny, did you go to Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary in the 70s? The New West Public Library is hoping to meet you. Learn why.

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Multi-family glass recycling is here!

By now, your apartment or multi-family dwelling should have received a grey glass recycling bin. You can now place non-refundable glass packaging such as jam, sauce, or pickle jars in this dedicated glass recycling bin. Containers should be empty, rinsed, and have the lids removed before being placed in your container recycling.

You are encouraged to bring refundable glass bottles (wine, beer, etc.) to an alternate recycling depot for a deposit refund. Broken glass, drinking glasses, windows, mirrors, ceramics, and light bulbs are not accepted in any recycling bins and should be disposed of responsibly. For more information, please contact Waste Management.

📣 Neighbourhood bulletin

👏 Strong Side celebration. The gym will be hosting its 10th anniversary celebration this Saturday, July 15. Join them for some fun from 12-5pm. Funds raised during the event will be going to Purpose Society.

👶 Stroller walk and chat. This is a new weekly meet-up being offered by New West Family Place. It’s happening every Friday this month from 9:30 to 11:30am at Queen’s Park.

🍼 La Leche League. The next meeting is happening tomorrow at 10am in Moody Park. The topic will look at the art of breastfeeding and how to avoid difficulties.

☕ Coffee talk. Don’t miss your chance to chat and connect over a cup of coffee. The next New West Chamber of Commerce coffee event is happening at 7:30am tomorrow at the Uptown Waves location.

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🗞 In other news

In case you missed it. New West school board trustee Gurveen Dhaliwal will NOT be charged in connection with a scrutineering event that happened during the October municipal election. We posted the story Thursday afternoon.

Reaction. Community First told The Anchor it was happy to see the aforementioned matter come to an end. New West Progressive Couns. Daniel Fontaine and Paul Minhas want an apology from Dhaliwal and Coun. Ruby Campbell; Dhaliwal had been scrutineering for Campbell.

Congrats, Bill! Bill Wong, who has been a manager at UGM for 25 years is moving into another role with the organization. Former assistant manager Edith Tazumi is stepping into the managerial role. Wong celebrated the move at a BBQ held at the New West location last Friday.

Campfire ban. The recent hot, dry weather has resulted in a ban for much of the province, with the exception of Haida Gwaii. (CityNews Vancouver)

Bad culture. A recently published review says the culture of sexual harassment at the BC Emergency Health Services needs urgent attention. The report was released after a freedom of information request by CTV Vancouver.

🏛️ City council

It was another busy Monday at council and we’ve got a recap for you.

One of the highlights of yesterday’s events at city hall included the possibility of another master planned community coming to Downtown New West—talked about just weeks after the announcement of the new vision for Columbia Square.

➡️ Here’s what you missed at city hall

Knowing what’s happening at city hall each week isn’t something everyone can do. But at the Anchor we do that for you. You can depend on us to be your eyes and ears bringing you the latest of what’s happening, and what council is doing with your hard-earned dollars.

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🍴 Where to eat and drink

Shawarma Corner serves a variety of Middle Eastern dishes, including shawarma and donair plate options. Their customers recommend their eggplant salad, lamb donair plate, and their chicken shawarma. Visit them at 629 Columbia St.

Marven’s Falafel. Definitely visit Marven’s for the falafel, but you should also give their other dishes a try—including their gol gappa. They’re mobile, but the best places to try and find them are in Sapperton (near RCH) or outside the Columbia St. entrance at Columbia Station.

Ueno Sakura Japanese Restaurant is a new authentic Japanese restaurant with a focus on fresh ingredients. Their customers recommend their hotate sushi, various sashimi servings, and seafood mix rice. Find them at 81 6th St.

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💸 Local deals and specials

New to You. The July specials at this thrift shop include discounts on men’s and women’s pants, all month long. Visit them at 706 6th Ave.

Groove Cat Books. Find discounts on used kids’ books every Wednesday—25% off, some exclusions apply.

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🗓️ Things to do

Poetry in the Park. Jane Munro and Jude Neale are featured in this week’s poetry reading event. Spend your evening listening to these Canadian poets speak, or join in on the open mic at the Queen’s Park Bandshell from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Happening tomorrow.

TD Uptown Live Street Party. This street festival takes over New West from noon to 8pm, bringing a day full of live music performances on multiple stages, local artisans, food trucks, activities, and more. The event is free. Be sure to take a look at the schedule of performances. Happening Saturday.

Run N Gun 2023. Vancouver’s largest indie film making competition comes to a close with this day-long celebration at the Massey Theatre. Sit back and enjoy screenings of the semi-finalist and finalist films, a mixer event, and the awards ceremony. Happening Saturday.

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