Welcome to Thursday, New West—it’s Ria.

It’s been exciting to watch the Massey grow and evolve into a space for the community, and after reading about them being one step closer to funding their community kitchen, I can’t wait to see what more is in store for this legendary space. We’ve got the details below—plus info about how you can help the not-for-profit.

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🌡 Temperature check

Today: 🌥️ 19°

Friday: 🌤️ 22° 

Saturday: 🌧️ 17° 

Sunday: 🌧️ 18° 

Monday: 🌧️ 17° 

7-day forecast

LOCAL NEWS

$30M final settlement in Pier Park Fire

The City of New Westminster has shared in a report to council that the final total to be paid out three years after the Pier Park Fire will be $30M—though $10M of that has already been paid, and there are still some costs to account for.

We’re taking a look at what is expected to be done with the funding, and also at the Park’s next chapter.

LOCAL NEWS

Dreams of a community kitchen

The Massey Theatre Society is a step closer to seeing its community kitchen become a reality after a hefty $10,000 donation from The Rotary Club of New Westminster.

“We’re thrilled to be able to support this fantastic initiative,” Rotary’s co-president Gabor Gasztonyi noted in a release provided to The Anchor, adding he’d like to see other community groups try to match or surpass their donation so that the kitchen can become a reality sooner.

Once established, the kitchen would be used to feed artists, activate community programs, service fundraisers, meetings, cultural celebrations, awards ceremonies, as well as performances and arts programs.

Even with this donation, the group still needs another $30,000. If you’d like to help, you’re invited to learn more through the not-for-profit’s website.

📣 Neighbourhood bulletin

🌟 Sold out. If you’d now like to attend the star-studded Platinum Awards event—happening Thursday, Nov. 23 at the Massey—you’re going to need to sign up for the wait list.

❤️ Homelessness Action Week. The events continue in New West, and it’s a jam-packed calendar. Don’t forget to take a look—and to spread the word!

🎖️ Honour the service of veterans past and present. Attend the outdoor Remembrance Day Ceremony at City Hall or watch the live stream. Find ways to remember.*
 
🍽️ Save the date. The Queensborough Family Christmas Dinner returns on Dec. 9. This is a catered buffet that includes time with Santa, a cash bar, and a variety of prizes you could win. Tickets are $10 for kids and $25 for adults.

🤔 Trivia night. There will be a trivia night fundraiser next Thursday, Oct. 19 at Kelly and Carlos O’Bryan’s. All proceeds raised will go to Lookout’s housing and health programs. Get your tickets to avoid disappointment. 

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🗞 In other news

Pecha Kucha returns. The next volume will be happening on Saturday, Nov. 4 at the Fraser River Discovery Centre. Tickets are on sale now. 

Top two. Honour House says it’s been named a top two finisher in the 2023 Defender Service Awards. They have a chance to win a Land Rover Defender and US $25,000 in cash. The winner will be revealed Nov. 11.

Remembering Ben. BC’s Ben Mizrachi, who was recently killed in Israel, is being remembered for helping people in his last moments of life. The violence in Israel has claimed more than 2,000 lives. (CTV Vancouver)

Housing plans. Vancouver’s mayor announced plans for his city on Wednesday, noting that he’s hoping to do what Burnaby has been doing when it comes to getting it right. (CityNews Vancouver)

Pride tape ban. Former NHL executive Brian Burke says he’s disappointed to see the ban on Pride-coloured tape in support of the LGBTQ2IAS+ community. (Global News)

Flush toilets. The BC Building and Construction Trades Council is asking that flush toilets be mandatory at job sites. (CityNews Vancouver)

🤩 Community spotlight

Throwback Thursday: haunted hot spots

In the last e-newsletter, we talked about how Halloween is just around the corner—and you can add a familiar New West-based event to the list.

Amanda Quill and the rest of the Coldspotters team are once again hosting their walking tour of the city’s local haunts. Read all about how the Coldspotters began working together, and be sure to check out the latest dates for walking tours in our calendar below!

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🗓️ NEW WEST EVENTS

Today, Oct. 12

• Landscape Portraits. Featuring the work of Leslie Poole. On to Nov. 29. Plaskett and North Wing galleries, Massey Theatre/Eighth and Eight Spaces.

• Hair Salon. Part of Homelessness Action Week in New West. 11am. Health Contact Centre.

• New West Farmers’ Market. 3pm. Tipperary Park.

• Karaoke night. 7pm. Georgie’s Local.

• Trivia night. 7:30pm. Sapperton District Taphouse.

• The Ghosts of New Westminster. 8pm and 9:15pm. Tickets required. Hyack Square.

Friday, Oct. 13

• The Mixolydian. 1pm. Anvil Theatre.

• Cultural Crawl opening reception. 6:30pm. Eighth & Eight Spaces, Massey Theatre.

• Strange Spoons tour. Tickets start at $51. 7pm. Massey Theatre.

• The Ghosts of New Westminster. 8pm and 9:15pm. Tickets required. Hyack Square.

• Dance party. 9pm. Georgie’s Local.

Saturday, Oct. 14

• Sound bath meditation. Tickets start at $48. The Gallery at Queen’s Park.

• Fire hall open house. 10am. Glenbrook Fire Hall.

• All Hallows’ Eve craft market. 11am. Sapperton Hall.

• Print making workshop. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Anvil Centre.

• Hijas del Sol. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Anvil Centre.

• Irving House Artists in Residence open studio days. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Irving House, 302 Royal Ave.

• New West Craft Artisan Market. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Anvil Centre.

• Eco Printing with the Garden Gals. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Studio 1A, Anvil Centre.

• Printmaking Fun. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Studio 1B, Anvil Centre.

• Free Little Art Gallery workshop. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. 815 Edinburgh St.

• Make Your Own Clay Ornament. Part of the Cultural Crawl. Noon. 824 Massey St.

• The Mixolydian. 1pm. Anvil Theatre.

• Ubuntu Hope Giving Gala. 6:30pm. New West Secondary.

• Arrieta Art Studio Poetry. Featuring Apt Pop. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 7pm. Arrieta Art Studio.

• Quality Time at Moodswing. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 7pm. Moodswing Bar.

• The Ghosts of New Westminster. 8pm and 9:15pm. Tickets required. Hyack Square.

• Dance party. 9pm. Georgie’s Local.

Sunday, Oct. 15

• Guided meditation session. Open to all. 8:45am. Douglas College.

• All Hallows’ Eve craft market. 11am. Sapperton Hall.

• Hijas del Sol. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Anvil Centre.

• Irving House Artists in Residence open studio days. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Irving House, 302 Royal Ave.

• Eco Printing with the Garden Gals. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Studio 1A, Anvil Centre.

• Printmaking Fun. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. Studio 1B, Anvil Centre.

• Changing the Conversation. Part of the Cultural Crawl. Studio 1A, Anvil Centre.

• Free Little Art Gallery workshop. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 11am. 815 Edinburgh St.

• Make Your Own Clay Ornament. Part of the Cultural Crawl. Noon. 824 Massey St.

• Poetic Justice. 2:30pm. Groove Cat Books & Records.

• Music in the Gallery with Quayside Voices. Part of the Cultural Crawl. 5pm. The Gallery at Queen’s Park.

• Shaan “The Love Vancouver Tour” live in concert. 7:30pm. Massey Theatre.

• The Ghosts of New Westminster. 8pm and 9:15pm. Tickets required. Hyack Square.

Monday, Oct. 16

• Poker night. 6:30pm. Sapperton District Taphouse.

• Open mic night. 7pm. Begbie’s.

• Trivia night. 8pm. The Terminal Pub.

Tuesday, Oct. 17

• WorkBC workshop. 4pm. Queensborough Community Centre.

• Open mic: standup comedy. 6pm. The Terminal Pub.

• Trivia night. 6:30pm. Kelly O’Brien’s.

• Open mic night. 7pm. Georgie’s Local.

• Name that tune! 7pm. Hops New West.

Wednesday, Oct. 18

• Trivia night. 7pm. Georgie’s Local.

Ongoing

• Best of the (cultural) crawl. On until Oct. 29. Gallery hours, The Gallery at Queen’s Park.

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