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Will You Be My Neighbour? – A Community Open Mic on BelongingA grassroots evening of storytelling, poetry, and connection in Downtown New WestWhat does belonging feel like? Who makes you feel seen, safe, or part of something? Where do you feel at home?Join us for a cozy open mic night inviting community members to explore and share their own experiences of belonging—however they define it. Whether through spoken word, personal story, poetry, or song, all are welcome to speak, listen, and be part of an inclusive, caring space.This event is part of the Communities Building Belonging Will You Be My Neighbour initiative, a national project supported by the Tamarack Institute and hosted locally by the New Westminster Homelessness Coalition Society. Our New West working group brings together community advocates, neighbours, and organizations who believe everyone has a right to feel included, valued, and connected in the place they live.Our goal is simple but powerful: to create intentional opportunities that strengthen connection and foster belonging across differences. This open mic is one of many grassroots actions we’re taking to spark conversation and build community—one story, one moment, one neighbour at a time.Event Details 📅 Date: Tuesday, June 24 🕕 Time: 7:00-8:30 pm 📍 Location: Moodswing Coffee + Bar - 655 Front St., New Westminster 🎤 Admission: Free ☕ Cafe items available for purchaseWhether you share or simply listen, you’re part of the conversation. Everyone is welcome.Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-timer, this event is open to all.Let's come together as a community to celebrate our diverse voices and experiences. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with others and feel a sense of belonging in a welcoming space. See you there! *We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive space. Comments of a racist, sexist, homophobic, or discriminatory nature will not be tolerated, and you will be asked to leave the event to ensure a safe space for everyone. ... See MoreSee Less
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A connected and compassionate community where everyone belongs.

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We Inform, Engage and Advocate to improve life for unhoused and at-risk people in new Westminster.

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