Events

This is an unofficial listing. To be sure of details, refer to the Clarion newsletter or call Century House at 604-519-1066.

The Final Curtain Call: A Comedy Showcase

Century House 620 Eighth St, New Westminster, BC, Canada

We are all going to die, so we might as well laugh about it. Janice Bannister and her class of stand-up comedy students will share humorous scenarios that will help us reflect on how we want to take our final bow on life’s grand stage. This is part of the 2024 Dialogue on Death & Dying.

The Dialogue Coffeehouse: Because We Loved, We Sing, We Laugh, and We Cry

The Gallery at Queen's Park, Centennial Lodge

Enjoy a musical dialogue with performances by Luc LeMans and Norine Braun in a coffeehouse setting. Refreshments will be served by our partners from the Beacon Unitarian Church. Suggested $10 donation at the door, space is limited so register early. Presented by Arts New West and Century House Association. Proceeds go to New West Hospice Society. This will […]

Understanding & Supporting Grieving Children

Century House 620 Eighth St, New Westminster, BC, Canada

Learn to recognize the grief in children and to know what to say or how to help. We will explore how children grieve, some principles on how to be with them, and some collective wisdom from our own experiences. Facilitator: Margaret Fletcher.   This is part of the 2024 Dialogue on Death & Dying

Going Green: Options for Environmentally Conscious Disposition & Ceremony

Century House 620 Eighth St, New Westminster, BC, Canada

Prioritize environmentally conscious options available to us after death. During this session, a funeral director and end-of-life doula from Death’s Apprentice Education & Planning, will walk us through what it means to “go green.”   Facilitator: Christa Ovenell. This is part of the 2024 Dialogue on Death & Dying

Dialogue on Death & Dying Community Dinner

Century House 620 Eighth St, New Westminster, BC, Canada

(50+ years, free - please register via 604-519-1066) Join us for a comforting evening of good food and gentle conversation as we explore life’s biggest questions in a relaxed, supportive setting. Over a shared meal, reflect on death and dying through light, often funny and thought-provoking questions. Supported by the City of New Westminster’s social meals program funded by […]

Dancing Through Decay & Release

Queen’s Park - Meet in front of the Bernie Legge Theatre Queen’s Park - Meet in front of the Bernie Legge Theatre, New Westminster

A Site-Specific Performance Around Queen’s Park Explore the natural world through a performance of dance, poetry, and spoken word. It will take inspiration from its trees, plants, and ecology. This 90-minute performative walk will take place rain or shine and includes discussion. Dress for the weather, put on your comfortable shoes, and perhaps bring a mug of tea. Facilitator: […]

Movie: Ordinary Angels

Century House 620 Eighth St, New Westminster, BC, Canada

November's movie is Ordinary Angels (2024) starring Hilary Swank and Alan Ritchson, Inspired by the incredible true story of a hairdresser who single-handedly rallies an entire community to help a widowed father save the life of his critically ill young daughter. Bring your own snacks. Saturday, November 9    1:30 pm Registration Fee: $3 members/$4 non-members

November birthday party

Century House 620 Eighth St, New Westminster, BC, Canada

Everyone welcome – doesn’t have to be your birthday. Come celebrate November birthdays and enjoy the music and dancing with Salve. Wed. Nov. 27  6:30 to 8:30 PM Tickets: $5 members (free if celebrating birthday) / $6 non-members Registration deadline for everyone is Friday 22 November or when max seating reached

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