WonderHeads + More Storms

  Inside this New West Spotlight Newsletter…

 ⛅️ New West Weather - Mixed 🌦️ 

 Daily Rain Joke - Why was the sky not happy on clear days? (Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

🗓️ New West Events - a few events to choose from! 😆 

🕵️‍♂️ New West Local News - WonderHeads + More Storms

 😀 Viral Meme

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November 18, 2024

 👪️ Family Playtime Drop-in (Quayside) – 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

 👪️ Uptown Playtime Drop-in (Eighth & Eight Creative Spaces) – 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

 🎨 Mixed Media Craft and Create (Nov 18 to Dec 16) – 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

 📖 Cantonese Storytime (all ages) – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

 🧩 Puzzle Mondays at Steel and Oak – Starts at 5:00 PM

 🎙️ Begbie's Open Mic – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

 🎹 Mrs. Lori's Parent-Tot Musical Experience – New West Family Place

 🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

November 19, 2024

 👪️ Family Playtime Drop-in (Quayside) – 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

 🦷 Canadian Dental Care Plan Info Session – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

 🕵️ Murder Mystery Event – 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

 🎨 Mixed Media Craft and Create (Nov 18 to Dec 16) – 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

 🍺 🎲 Beer and Board Games – 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

 👠 Move with Nyna-Heels Dance – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

 🎨 Paint Nite Brand Creative Events – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

 ❓️ Trivia Tuesdays at Howe Sound New West – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Have you seen our full list of Christmas events? Check it out HERE. If we have missed anything, please email [email protected], we will add it to the list!

 🎭️ A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol Brings Whimsy and Wonder to Massey Theatre

Prepare for a holiday experience like no other as A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol reimagines the Charles Dickens classic with dazzling masks, whimsical puppets, and visual storytelling. This enchanting production returns to the Massey Theatre in New Westminster for two performances: Friday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m.

Hailed as “pure magic” by CBC and “fantastic, in every sense of the word” by the Cincinnati Enquirer, the show transforms Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey into an awe-inspiring spectacle. The story is told without words, using the WONDERHEADS' signature full-face masks, intricate puppetry, and original music. Ghostly visitors come to life as glowing, floating, and towering 10-foot puppets, immersing the audience in a visually stunning world.

“Our version of A Christmas Carol steps beyond words to dig deep into the heart of the story,” said Kate Braidwood, co-creator and performer. “Audiences can expect to laugh, cry, and be completely transported into a world of wonder.”

This marks the fourth year the production will grace the Massey Theatre stage, following enthusiastic receptions and sold-out shows. Due to popular demand, the 2024 run includes two performances to accommodate returning fans and newcomers alike.

The production, starring Kate Braidwood, Pedro M. Siqueira, Sarah Robertson, and Emily Case, was adapted and directed by Braidwood and Andrew Phoenix (the WONDERHEADS), with development by Jessica Hickman.

In addition to New Westminster, the tour will stop in North Vancouver (Dec. 11–12), Victoria, and Nanaimo, spreading holiday cheer across B.C. and Alberta.

Tickets for the New Westminster shows are available online. Don’t miss this heartwarming and whimsical take on a beloved holiday tale! Get Tickets Here

 ⛈️ New West’s November Weather Continues with More Storms Ahead

After a recent storm, New Westminster is preparing for another weather system expected to bring heavy winds and rain starting Tuesday night. According to Environment Canada meteorologist Ross Macdonald, the region will enjoy relatively calm weather with light showers and some sunshine from Sunday to Tuesday. Conditions will change dramatically by Tuesday evening.

Rain and Wind Arrive Tuesday Night
The next system will bring gusts of 70–80 km/h to exposed coastal areas such as Tsawwassen, Delta, UBC, and Point Atkinson. Inland areas will experience milder winds, with gusts reaching up to 40 km/h. Vancouver Island is expected to bear the brunt of the storm, making it a particularly stormy night for the region.

Rainfall from the storm will be lighter than previous events, with 20 to 30 mm anticipated in neighborhoods near the North Shore Mountains between Tuesday night and Wednesday. Lighter rain is expected to persist through Wednesday.

Another System on the Horizon
Looking ahead, another weather front is forecast to hit the region on Friday, November 22, though details remain uncertain. Early predictions suggest up to 22 mm of rain for downtown Vancouver on Friday.

“We're in the meat of November,” says Macdonald. “There are lots of frontal systems and rainy days for us here in Vancouver.”

Vancouver residents are advised to prepare for windy and rainy conditions Tuesday night and stay updated on weather forecasts for Friday’s approaching system. Click Here

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

 ⛈️ Why was the sky not happy on clear days?
Answer:  💙 It had the blues.  🔷 

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