Update on Nix the Pay Parking in Downtown Newton!

Last night at the Surrey city council meeting, long time councillor  Judy Villeneuve  announced that metered pay parking along the 7300 block of 137th Street in downtown Newton will  soon be removed. 

 This is good news for business owners and those who frequent the shops, restaurants and services on the street between Newton Wave Pool  to the south, and the Superstore shopping centre to the north. 

 Thank you to Cllr. Villeneuve  who brought this issue forward and facilitated the change.

Kudos as well  to those in the community who supported this initiative by signing the petition. 
                     
                        We collected nearly 1000 signatures. 

Every one of these names helped make the case that revitalization of the downtown Newton shopping district starts here.

     

 In the coming days we look forward to the end of pay parking and the beginning of a new invigorated retail hub in the neighbourhood. 
  
   

New Posts Coming Soon!

 Well, September is here and that means we'll be back at it this week. 

Stay tuned for new posts:  

How ReNewton spent the summer vacation

What's in the news in the downtown and south Newton neighbourhoods

and of course,  thoughts on the upcoming election, just 2 months away.

It's going to be an exciting Autumn in Surrey!

Street Piano Launch Party Pics plus full Video Playlist

 We had a wonderful Monday evening of music and community harmony amid the sounds of buses, car horns and people hurrying home after a busy day on transit. 

The  street piano, generously donated by Sean Pacey and Pacey's Piano is now a fixture at the Newton  Exchange between Coast Capital and the Wave Pool. 

It's yours to play!

  A few images from Monday's launch. Stay tuned for news on the painting portion of this fun, engaging placemaking project in the heart of Newton, Midtown Surrey

Keeper of the Grove David in action

Members of Make Music Vancouver and the Piano Teachers Federation

Vladislava Mars performed her own Philip Glass inspired compositions.

A little sparkle in the trees

Children are born to play music!

Taking a break from snapping photos to soak in the tunes.

Neighbours came out to enjoy the twilight concert

These two met on Tuesday and just started jamming

A few videos of performances from Monday's kick-off.

Reflections on the Community Festival in Newton....

The weather was "Goldilocks" perfect.
Not too hot, not too cold. Just right! 

It's at festivals like this where we really see the rich diversity of our neighbourhood.
We aren't just South Asian & Caucasian, we are African, Filipino, Latino and more.

Loved the colourful lanterns everywhere at the venue, really added to the festive atmosphere!

Bench  at entrance to the Newton Seniors Centre 

Newton Wave Pool and Community Centre has some beautiful public art.
Take a minute to go on a little tour next time you visit. New murals up too! 

With Kamla from Vancity Newton.
Our go-to person in the neighbourhood!

 We played financial Jenga with
 Vancity's  Newton  branch folks!
Whew! That was touch & go for a moment!

Doug Elford from the Newton Community Association,
 Surrey city councillor Judy Villeneuve &  ReNewton Nation's Jude Hannah  

Thanks to so many business owners and  to the community for signing the petition at the Newton Community Association booth to  reinstate time limited free parking to 137th St.
Revitalization begins here. Pay parking has to go !

These kids were having lots of fun and the crowd loved them.

 Come visit downtown Newton. There's a lot to discover here. 

The best deli in town Greco's, celebrating 30 years in the neighbourhood.

The best art and craft store bar none DeSerres. 

And if you have a pet, well Pet Food 'n More  welcomes your four legged family members with a big smile and great prices.

 That's a good place to start.

What this place could look like.... Newton Now

For those who asked for more information regarding the Newton Town Centre Plans.
 Below is the link to the official document, and a few images of what this place could look like when the plans are implemented. 

 Newton residents from all neighbourhoods, including Panorama Ridge, Sullivan Heights and Panorama Village have been patiently waiting for the Town Centre to be developed. Now we see others parts of Surrey are being invited to open houses to showcase plans for their neighbourhoods. 
Newton residents, 140,000 strong are asking what about us? 

 Over the last few years the city of Surrey has maintained  that "Newton was Next".  
Expanded recreation, arts and culture facilities are needed in Surrey's fastest growing area. The families here deserve to have  the same calibre of amenities as other parts of this city. The business sector has done its part to step up and will continue to do so with the newly formed BIA. Now it's the city's time to make good on its commitment to create a liveable vibrant town centre in the heart of Surrey. 

 Newton Next? Let's make it Newton Now.

Newton Town Centre Plans - Check it Out

Surrey's population can handle several farmers markets throughout the city.

We're a multicultural city- Let's embrace that!

Public Spaces create Safe Places 

International Village for Newton /  Midtown Market?

Festival Street on 137th?

Public Markets are one of the things that makes a city great

We have lots of little ethnic specialty shops in Newton. Greco's is just one!

Midtown Music Night ?

Official City of Surrey plan for 137th St ( Festival Street)

Newton businesses &  BIA is asking for pay parking to be removed on 137th St. Here's why.

Great things can happen when we work together for the good of our city and its citizens.Newton Town Centre Plans - Check it Out

Police Week in Surrey!

Meet Your Local RCMP !

Wednesday, May 14

11-8PM

District Office Open Houses

May 14, 2014 – 11:00am-8:00pm
District 1 City Centre - 10720 King George Boulevard
District 2 Guildford/Fleetwood - 10395 148 Street
District 3 Newton - 7235 137 Street
District 4 Cloverdale/Port Kells - 5732 - 176A Street
District 5 South Surrey - 100 - 1815 152 Street

As we celebrate Police Week, join us for cake and coffee and meet your District RCMP officers and staff. RCMP displays, entertainment, fun for kids, and community safety information will be on hand.

 Keeping us safe in the 'hood

Friends of The Grove - Today!

             Friends of The Grove  !

 Happens  Today in Newton.

 Here's what you need to  know !

Every Saturday for the last 2 months Friends have been meeting at The Grove

Having Fun...

Talking with neighbours passing through

Relaxing a bit...

 Enjoying the sunshine 

Playing in the tents...

"Two Dudes Chillin' Park ?"

Words with Friends..... of the Grove

These are the people in your neighbourhood. Today, drop by and say hi. Bring something fun with you to share:  Anything! An instrument, a hula-hoop, a bubble machine. Share some books, maybe a story. Tell us something about you that we didn't know before. It's all a big experiment in connecting us as a community. There's going to be lots of music and  I guarantee a few surprises.

 Whatevs!  Just about anything goes. 

This is our place.  This is your place.  So let's have some fun. Details here 

I'd  love to meet you! Please come up to me today and introduce yourself.  Then we won't be strangers anymore. 
And make a point of meeting David Dalley who has worked so hard to turn the Grove into a warm and welcoming public space.
Jude Hannah
ReNewton Nation

4 Things to do Today in South Newton!

Here's What's Happening Today 

in  

South Newton!

Hard to believe that  it's been a year since  DeSerres opened its doors on the King George in Newton.  If you still haven't  been, today's the day to pop-in and congratulate them. 

 DeSerres is an art, craft, toy, gift, home decor store all in one. 

It's gorgeous. 

The prices are great. 

The staff is friendly and helpful and  DeSerres is Canadian!!  

The Best Selection of Paint Supplies in Town!

Between 2-4 Cheer on your favourite team !
Frank Hurt Sec. School vs. Guildford Park Secondary School in a painting competition! Bring it on!

 Surrey Newton MLA Harry Bains and members of the Surrey Arts Council with Owner Marc DeSerres at last April's Grand Opening!

Gorgeous Decor throughout the Store.

Tons of Toys and Craft Supplies for Kids!

Triple - O !!

Sullivan Heights Dry Grad Fundraiser! 
Bottle Drive,

Moms hard at work sorting those bottle donations!

Jeep Drive-a-Thon, and Food Trucks!

One of the food trucks onsite today- Uncle Kebab!

One of the first Sullivan Heights Grads!

144th and 64th Avenue. 11-4 today!
 Support  Those Kids! They're going to the leaders of tomorrow!

Friends of the Grove meet around 10:30 this morning at the trees near the  Newton Wave Pool  for an informal chat and brainstorm session. Everyone welcome to pop in and share your ideas for making the bus loop area  and Rec Centre a more family friendly spot! 

And  finally, Surrey Fire Fighters and Hospice Society Thrift Store is holding a Lululemon Sale today at the store in Newton  just off King George and 72nd.  Let's Shop!