Youth Overnighter + King Musu @ Anvil Theatre

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 🌥️ New West Weather - cloudy with sunny breaks

 Rain Riddle - What would be the reason for a raindrop to visit a doctor?

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  🎀 Announcing Milestone Celebrations 🎁🎀 - New Feature Added - 😯 

  🗓️ New West Events - Quiet Day

🕵️‍♂️ New West Local News - Youth Overnighter + King Musu @ Anvil Theatre

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January 24, 2025

🧒 Toddler Time (12-36 months) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🗣️ English Conversation Circles – Friday Sessions – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🍔 Between 2 Buns  – 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

📖 French Reading Buddies (6-9 years) – 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

🦸 The Secret League of Extraordinary Kids – 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – Doors open at 6:00 PM

🍔 🍺 Burger and a Beer Fundraiser – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🕹️ 2025 Vancouver Global Game Jam – 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎨 Brush Hour Paint Night - Sunflowers – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

🍣 Ladies Sushi Night – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

🎸 Live Music at The Terminal - Mike Van Eyes – 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM

🎙️ Karaoke Friday Nights at Notorious Grey Fox – 9:00 PM until Close

January 25, 2025

🧘 Gentle Yoga & Gratitude by Laura O’Reilly – 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM

⛰️ Blustery Fraser Canyon – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

🏮 Lantern Making Workshop – 11:00 AM at Kinder Books

🍩 B2B + Donuts – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🙋 Choc ou ajustement culturel? – 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

🎆 Lunar New Year Art Workshop (6-8 years) – 1:30 PM to 2:45 PM

🎆 Lunar New Year Art Workshop (9-12 years) – 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM

🚲️ Youth Cycle Express: $2 Drop-in for Youth – (For youth ages 13 - 18) 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

🍳 Perogies for Peace – 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

🎲 Music Bingo – 5:45 PM / 6:30 PM / 7:15 PM

👑 The Grand Finals Night of The Miss Filipinas Worldwide – 6:00 PM Anvil Theatre

🤼 365 Pro Wrestling – 6:30 PM

 💃 Jazz Cats Social - Joe Abbott's Swing Team! – 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM

🕺 Saturday Dance Party at Georgie's – 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM

🎭️ Masquerade Ball – at Club Eden

🍻 Rotary Bevies & Bites - Early bird pricing ends January 31st

January 26, 2025

⛰️ Blustery Fraser Canyon – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Literacy Week Celebration – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

📚️ Family Literacy Week Book Giveaway – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

🍩 B2B + Donuts – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🎨 Cindy's Creative Cafe and Karaoke – 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

📱 Teens Teach Technology – 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

👕 Clothing Swap in New West – 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🥁 Global Tea Series – 3:00 PM

💃 Robbie Burns Event – 4:30 PM at Legion Branch #2

🎲 Board Game Monthly – 5:00 PM

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

 ⛸️ February 8: Skate, Play, and Stay at the Youth Overnighter

Get ready for an unforgettable night of excitement at the New West Youth Centre's Youth Overnighter! Designed for youth aged 11 to 13, this action-packed event kicks off on Saturday, February 8, and promises 12 hours of nonstop fun, activities, and bonding with friends.

The evening begins with a Youth Skate Event at Moody Park Arena, where attendees can glide to music spun by live DJs, play hockey, and join skating games in a youth-only environment. Afterward, the fun continues back at the New West Youth Centre with activities including karaoke, video games, late-night volleyball, and a cupcake and ice cream bar. Wrap up the night with a movie or games before enjoying a pancake breakfast the next morning.

What You Need to Know:

When: Saturday, February 8, 8:00 PM – Sunday, February 9, 8:00 AM
Where: New West Youth Centre (620 8th St) & Moody Park Arena
Who: Youth aged 11–13
Cost: $30 (includes all activities, snacks, and breakfast)

What to Bring:

• A sleeping bag and pillow (just in case you find time to sleep!).

• Comfortable clothes and anything you need to stay cozy overnight.

Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. Sign up online or visit any New Westminster Recreation Centre. Be sure to use Course Code: 222970 when registering.

Have questions? Contact Michelle Murray at [email protected] or 604.515.3801 for more information.

Register Now

 👑 King Musu” Brings African Total Theatre to Vancouver for Black History Month

Etnasa, an African agrarian kingdom, had been enjoying peace and prosperity, with people going about their normal duties until calamity struck. In King Musu’s insatiable quest to uncover the root cause of this calamity, hidden truths about the inescapable will of the gods come to light. Partially sponsored by the Public Scholars Initiative and the Department of Theatre and Film at the University of British Columbia, the play had its premiere production outside Ghana from April 11–14, 2024.

King Musu employs the African Total Theatre form—a vibrant blend of African storytelling, music, dance, and drama—and offers a memorable, interactive experience for the audience. This innovative approach marks a significant departure from standard Western realistic theatre. Featuring a predominantly African cast, this production promises to deliver a historic and enriching experience for New Westminster audiences during 2025 Black History Month. Presented by Time Will Tell Arts & Akofena Afro-Theatre

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💧 What would be the reason for a raindrop to visit a doctor? 👩‍⚕️ 

 🌊 There was very little fluidity in me. 👨‍⚕️ 

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