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Salmon return to Sullivan
Students thrilled by 7-pound coho spawning in creek near their school Jeff Nagel Nobody at Sullivan Heights Secondary School can remember it happening before. Bright red coho salmon – adult seven-pounders – spawning right behind the school in rain-swollen Sullivan Creek. “It’s truly awesome,” principal Rex Hayes said. “The kids are really excited about this.” Hayes almost didn’t believe it himself when teacher Jeff Vaughan spotted the fish in the creek, which is a tributary of the Serpentine River. “We walk back there and lo and behold, there it is – a seven or eight pound salmon, bright red.” Call it the little creek that could. Sullivan Creek – a stream small enough to step over – once ran underneath where the school now sits. Carrie Baron, Surrey’s drainage and environment
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Jake Ballance and Griffin Knight, 17-year-old Grade 12s at Sullivan Heights Secondary, were among the students who flocked to Sullivan Creek last Friday to watch spawning salmon.
manager, said the creek was diverted when the school was built about a decade ago. Rock and woody debris were carefully placed to make it more welcoming riparian habitat for salmonids, as the creek supports both coho and chum salmon. Baron had assumed the fish were doing well, but said Sullivan Secondary’s report
is the first visual confirmation she’s heard of it. Classes practically ground to a halt as students headed out last Friday afternoon to watch several salmon wriggle up and downstream. “I’ve never actually seen [salmon spawning] before,” vice-principal Bal Ranu said. “It’s the coolest thing to see.”
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Casino decision delayed
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Surrey city council needs more time to consider public input involving a proposed $100-million casino in South Surrey. A hearing concerning the gaming license has been pushed back to Jan. 14 at the earliest. City staff are reviewing comments from affected residents, members of the public, neighbouring municipalities and the Semiahmoo First Nation, along with a socio-impact study by the B.C. Lottery Corporation, and a
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Cloverdale’s Sharon Vrecko is a decorating dynamo when it comes to Christmas. Last week, she invited The Reporter inside her home to take a closer look. For more, turn to page B1 of our special edition, Christmas in Cloverdale.
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A Christmas market (without the bridge) By Jennifer Lang A home-grown gift and craft fair is back this Friday and Saturday, offering a taste of the variety of goods available at a larger Christmas market to local shoppers. There will be more than 70 vendor tables to browse at the fourth annual Christmas in Cloverdale Gift and Craft Market. It runs Nov. 30 from 5 to 9 p.m. and Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Shannon Hall and the Alice McKay building at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds (6050 176 Street, Surrey). The annual gift and craft fair was founded in 2009 by Clo-
verdale’s Heather Harasymow, a resident who wanted to provide shoppers south of the Fraser with the variety of a large Christmas market – without having to cross a bridge. She promises you’ll find the perfect gift for those hard-tobuy-for people on your list. It’s family-friendly, too, so bring the kids along. In addition to face-painting, children can visit with Santa and enjoy magic performances by Joseph the Magician, who will also be making balloon animals. There’s will also be door prizes. Admission is free, but please bring a non-perishable food
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item or new, unwrapped gift for the Surrey Food Bank. The marketplace features everything from glass works, handmade and organic soaps and spa products, to hand knitted scarves, hats, and home baked goods. This year there will be some truly unique items on display, including leather goods made from “up-cycled” leather, beauty products, handmade jewelry, watches, original paintings, baby clothes and more. Visit the Christmas in Cloverdale market page on Facebook for more on vendors and products, or go to www.christmasincloverdale.com.
tion with the city of Vancouver is underway. In July, the city and Great Canadian Gaming Corp. announced a two-year renewal of the operating agreement for Hastings Racecourse. The harness racing season at Fraser Downs gets underway Jan. 1, 2013 and runs to May 11, with the second half of the season starting up again on August. 17 and running to Dec. 29. Meanwhile, the committee continues to study the long-term viability of the industry, and a draft strategic plan to be released in December, with a final version expected in the new year.
Next year’s live harness racing schedule at Cloverdale’s Fraser Downs Racetrack and Casino has been finalized. There will be 10 months of racing in 2013, with 82 race days over 39 weeks. That’s the same number of days as the 2012 schedule, the B.C. Horse Racing Industry Management Committee’s director of racing sustainability said in a letter to the industry. A formal announcement will be made once the thoroughbred schedule is approved, and consulta-
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ER to fully reopen next week By Jeff Nagel The cost of the Nov. 19 flood at Surrey Memorial Hospital’s emergency department is now estimated at between $2 and $3 million. That figure includes restoring damage to the building, some medical equipment, lost supplies and extra staff time. Fraser Health spokesman Roy Thorpe-Dorward said the initial tally does not include the ER’s MRI machine, which is still to be assessed by a technician coming in soon. “That is still the big unknown for us at this point,” he said, adding a new MRI costing “a few million” could more than double the cost of the flood. Water burst through the back wall of the ER after an excavator broke a water main at the SMH expansion construction site. Fraser Health officials expect insurance held by the subcontractor responsible for the break will cover damage, but that’s still to be worked out. The hospital itself is also fully insured. Thorpe-Dorward said the ER is expected to fully reopen early next week. Restoration work is progressing well. Royal Columbian, Peace Arch and Langley Memorial hospitals have felt the most impact from the diversion of ER patients who would normally go to Surrey. Ambulances are taking new emergency cases to whichever hospital has the most room at
any time. He said patients that are stabilized and admitted at another hospital are often being transferred back to SMH later. “They’ve still go the
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HOMINUM MEETS Are you gay, bi-sexual or just not sure? Need a safe place to talk? Hominum Fraser Valley is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Next meeting 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30. For information and meeting location, call Art 604-462-9813 or Don 04-329-9760. CHRISTMAS IN CLOVERDALE: GIFT AND CRAFT MARKETPLACE The annual Christmas in Cloverdale Gift and Craft Marketplace takes place Nov. 30 from 5-9 p.m. and Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free event features over 70 juried vendors selling gift and craft items. Also featuring a visit by Santa, and Joseph the Magician will be entertaining children of all ages. Make your own craft, food concession and more. We will be transforming Shannon Hall at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds into a Christmas shopping experience to remember. Canned goods gratefully accepted for the Surrey Food Bank. For more, visit www.christmasincloverdale.com, or email cicmarketplace@live.ca. OLD TIME DANCE The Surrey Old Time Fiddlers present an Old Time Dance, Thursday, Dec. 6, at Clayton Hall, 18513 70 Ave., 1/2 block north of Fraser Hwy on 184 St. From 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Admission $3. For more call: 604-576-1066 or 604-538-3363. ANNOUNCEMENTS Does your child need extra support? We can help. If your child is in Grades 5 to 8 and could use extra help, sign them up for the Learning Club, Thursdays, from 2:30 to 5 p.m., at the Cloverdale Library, 5642 176A Ave. This is a free program. The club focuses on academic support and developing positive social skills in a fun and safe environment. To register or for more information, call 604-574-2964 ext. 224 or email kistiesingh@sosbc.org. This program is in partnership between Surrey Libraries and SOS Children’s Village of B.C. Funding by FutureFirst. OPEN MIC MUSIC NIGHT Every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. at Coventry Wired Monk, 184 Street and 64 Avenue. Singers and musicians welcome. You will have to supply your own instruments. For more information, email coventry@wiredmonk.com, or call 604-575-1043, or 604-671-6521. CLUBS/GROUPS FOOD PROBLEM? Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you go on eating binges? Is your weight affecting your life? Overeaters Anonymous offers help. No fees, no dues, no weigh-ins, no diets. We are a fellowship. We meet every Thursday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Cloverdale United Church basement, 1757558A Ave., Cloverdale. Everyone welcome.
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In the line of duty
A local paramedic looks at the risks faced by police men and women – from a parent’s perspective Last week, the Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Ribbon Society posted the following poem and note by Cloverdale paramedic Will Rogers. Dedicated to the memory of fallen officers, it takes on renewed significance following the death of Surrey RCMP officer Cst. Adrian Oliver. “On that Day” On that day, we said hello, and marveled at how you had your mother’s eyes, your father’s ears. We held you tight and said, “my child, nothing will hurt you.” On that day, we all cried together, tears of joy and our world had changed forever. On another day, you took your first step and your world had changed forever. On another day, you fell off your bike and we said, “We will show you how to be careful and safe.” On another day, you went to school for the first time, and were away all day. On another day, you got into trouble at school, and you said, “Wow you can fix anything.” On another day, you said, “We are not dating but I really like them.” On another day, you drove the
car by yourself, and our world had changed forever. On that day, you finished high school we all cried tears of joy. On another day, you sat us down and said, “I am going to serve” and our lives had changed forever. On another day, you wore your uniform for the first time, and we said, “We are so proud of you”. On another day, they gave you a weapon and your life changed forever. On another day, you swore, “I will do my duty and help to keep you safe. On another day, some may have said, “Mom Dad, I’m getting married.” On another day, some may have said, “They have my eyes.” On that day, you went out on your first shift, your first deployment you said, “I’ll be fine,” “I will be careful.” “I will be back,” and “I love you.” On that day, at that moment the phone rang. Door had a knock and somehow, I just knew. It was bad. At that moment, my world fell out from under me and has changed forever. At that moment, I knew I could not fix this. On that day, you did your duty
I felt the same kind of loss when four Mounties were gunned down in Mayorthorpe, and then relived those same emotions when the four were gunned down in Lakewood, Washington. I felt a huge sense of pride when I observed 1,000 Mounties in their Red Serge marching into the Tacoma Dome with a look on their faces that said to me, “You are not alone.” After these events I felt compelled to try and put these feelings into words that could project the emotions that might come with such an event and at the same time say thank you to the fallen and their families. I would be humbled and proud to have my poem associated with your efforts and hope I never have to read it out at a fallen service man or woman’s funeral, but I know that may be a reality that will come.
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Rogers also posted the following note: I wrote the poem, “On That Day” after watching a CBC special on a military family who had lost a son and husband whose wife was also in the military. I saw the pure, raw emotion emanate from such traumatic event in their lives and how they dealt with such a sudden loss. How they looked to each other for strength to cope and move on knowing deep down that their lives had changed forever. As a father and grandfather I look at my son and wonder if I could be so strong in the face of his sudden loss. I’m not so sure. I have voiced this to him on occasion, “not only is he my son, he is my only son.”
– Will Rogers is heavily involved in the Million Dollar Journey in support of Servants Anonymous Society of Surrey. Visit willrogers.ca for more information.
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and we could not keep you safe. On that day, we are left missing you with heavy hearts. On that day, you died doing what you loved, for your community, for your county. On that day we lost you. On this day we gather to pay tribute to you, to thank you, and are reminded of your sacrifice, and say, goodbye.
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EVENTS UKRAINIAN SOUL FOOD Perogies, cabbage rolls and borscht will be available on Friday, Nov. 30 at a fundraiser from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108 Ave., Surrey. Eat in, take away or ready for your freezer. This will be the last chance before Christmas to stock up on our yummy perogies. The next dinner will be Jan. 25, 2013. For more information, call 604-5311923 or 604-581-0313.
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The Surrey Museum Community Advisory Board recently thanked retiring curator-archivist Peter Johnson, centre, for his 15 years of excellent service. He’s flanked by committee chair Bob McMurray, left, and Heritage Services Manager Jacqueline O’Donnell.
Coats for Kids The Greater Vancouver Homebuilders’ Association is once again collecting clothing donations as part of its Coats for Kids campaign. Now in its 17th year, the annual campaign works on behalf of the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau, providing a brighter Christmas for families in need. There are 64 locations in 14 municipalities serving as drop-off sites to Dec. 7. “Last year the response to Coats for Kids was heartwarming as Lower Mainland residents donated more than 3,000 coats,
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Bring Fido in from the cold this winter As temperatures drop and winter’s wrath draws near, BC SPCA constables across the province are responding to more frequent calls about animals being left outdoors in freezing temperatures, with little or no protection from the elements. While the SPCA responds to countless cases where animals are in serious distress after being deliberately neglected outdoors, even well-loved family pets can become sick or injured in harsh weather. Here are some simple tips to keep your pet healthy and happy this winter: • Antifreeze can be a deadly winter hazard for pets, who find the taste appealing. Ethylene glycol antifreeze is extremely toxic to pets and wildlife — a mere tablespoon is enough to kill a cat or small dog. Ensure you are using pet-safe, propylenebased antifreeze, which you will find at automotive supply stores if you’re adding it yourself, or you can
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ask your mechanic for it if you’re having your vehicle professionally winterized. • Road salt is toxic if ingested and can also irritate dogs’ paws. When outside with your dog, pay special attention to where he’s walking and ensure you wipe his paws thoroughly after walks and play to remove any salt. (The SPCA recommends using petfriendly, non-corrosive de-icing compounds.) • Ice can also cut your dog’s paws — watch your dog closely for signs he may be injured during exercise, and check for cuts and sores after exercise. • Cats and wild animals have been known to seek warmth inside the motor com-
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Antifreeze, road salt, and frozen water bowls are among the hazards facing your pet when the temperature drops.
partment of vehicles during winter. Make it a habit to thump the hood of your car before starting it to chase away any animals who may be hiding inside. The BC SPCA is strongly opposed to keeping pets outside, particularly in cold temperatures. • If you must leave your animal outside for short periods, ensure that he or she has an appropriate shelter that is elevated off the ground and insulated. It should also be regularly cleaned and cleared of any environ-
mental debris. The outdoor shelter should also be appropriate to the weight and coat of the animal; he or she must be able to sit, stand, lie down and turn around freely and easily. • Your dog must also have access to potable water at all times so check regularly to ensure that the water in the dish is not frozen. Visit spca.bc.ca for more information on winter safety tips.
– Lorie Chortyk is the general manager of community relations for the BC SPCA.
AROUND THE REGION VANcOUVER cHRIsTmAs mARkET The 2012 Vancouver Christmas Market runs to Dec. 24. This attraction features more than 50 traditional wooden booths with authentic German products and specialty foods, rows of Christmas trees strung with thousands of lights, a children’s Christmas carousel and more. It’s open every day, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza. This year, visitors will receive re-entry for the entire season with the purchase of one regular or discounted admission. Visit www. vancouverchristmasmarket.com. HERITAGE cHRIsTmAs AT BURNABY VILLAGE mUsEUm Kids can meet Father Christmas, tour historical buildings and enjoy crafts, story time, Christmas baking, carolers and a festive scavenger hunt. Nov. 24-Dec. 14, Dec.15-Jan. 4 (closed Dec. 24-25). BurnabyVillageMuseum.ca. BRIGHT NIGHTs IN sTANLEY PARk The Stanley Park holiday train winds through the forest past two million sparkling lights, while the aromas of hot chocolate, fresh popcorn and roasted chestnuts bring back festive childhood memories. Kids can also visit Santa in his “living room” at the train station. Nov. 29-Jan. 2 (closed Dec. 25). $6-$10 for train ride. Vancouver.ca
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And the winners are... original artworks by Surrey artists depicting “pacers” – the plucky Standardbred horses that thrill harness racing fans each weekend at Fraser Downs Raceway and Casino. Cloverdale’s historic raceway hosted the Arts Council of Surrey’s 2012 Pacer Competition Nov. 9 to 19. Pictured here is ‘Here’s Looking at You’, an acrylic by Gerrie Mufford, left, and ‘1, 2, 3,’ – a digital image work by Brianne Hemingway. The awards were held Nov. 11.
Back from Jingle Blades The Cloverdale Skating Club had a great weekend at the annual Jingle Blades Competition in White Rock. Allison Scanks skated to gold and teammate Ashleigh Patterson earned silver in the preintroductory interpretive event. Other skaters from Cloverdale also fared well at the Nov. 23-25 event. Kaitlin Chamberlain placed 9th in the Star 4 category. Melissa Schreiber came 5th in Introductory Interpretive and was 10th in Sr. Bronze Ladies. McKenna Nickel took a silver medal in
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CH R I STM A S I N
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Cloverdale Chamber of Commerce & Cloverdale Business Improvement Association Presents
Sunday December 2nd, 2012 - 5pm – 6:30pm Downtown Cloverdale A fantastic evening of lighted vehicles and floats escorting Santa Claus to light up the Town’s Christmas Tree! Entertainment, food, face painting & Xmas displays, with special guests
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C H R I S TM A S I N
Wreaths and cookies Looking for gift ideas this holiday season – and a way to help support a worthwhile local program? The Surrey Association for Community Living’s Clover Valley fundraiser 2012 features sales of Christmas wreaths, cookies and more. Fresh wreaths are $25. Cookies or brownies in a jar are just $7, and come in diabetic and nut-free options. Bean soup jars are $5. To order, call 604-574-7441.
Drop off canned goods Anca’s Bridal in downtown Cloverdale is collecting donations for the Surrey Food Bank. Between now and Dec. 22, bring in canned goods for a discount on a purchase. The offer is good for up to 10 cans, for a 10 per cent discount. Anca’s Bridal is located at 5757 176 Street, Surrey.
Doolittle does a lot South Surrey organization Eversafe Ranch/Doolittle’s Animal Rescue is holding a Christmas Hamper Drive to help families in need in Surrey, Delta, and Langley. Donations of clothing, unwrapped toys, and non perishable food items can be dropped off to Dec. 15 at the organization’s thrift store at 5666 176 Street in Cloverdale, picked up by calling 604-8093935 and cash can be donated through the website at www. eversaferanch.ca. The hampers will be delivered to deserving families the week before Christmas. Eversafe Ranch is a non profit group that Foster dog Karma provides furniture, housewares, clothing, linen and food to families in need, and Doolittle’s Animal Rescue provides rescue animals with a second chance.
Stuff the Bus It’ll make quite a picture. Imagine an entire bus filled to bursting with new and unwrapped toys, clothing and household items for underprivileged children and their families. Next weekend (Dec. 7 and 8), Surrey Comfort Inn & Suites at 8255 166 St. is holding its annual Stuff the Bus campaign for the Surrey Christmas Bureau. Last year the bus was filled in less than 24 hours, a testament to the community’s generosity and spirit of goodwill. Bring your donations to the hotel, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and on the weekend enjoy a barbecue from 1 to 4 p.m., hot chocolate and popcorn for the kids, prize giveaways and more.
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Blanket the Country Customers at Urban Barn who make a $5 donation throughout the month of November will be helping homeless in their community. Through the Blanket the Country in Warmth Campaign, with every $5 donation, a new fleece blanket will be donated to a local homeless shelter. In Surrey, the blankets will be donated to the Gateway Shelter program, a 40-bed facility which operates year round. The participating location is at 950 15045 32 Avenue in South Surrey.
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The Christmas lady
Welcome to the home of Sharon Vrecko, where it’s feeling a lot like Christmas By Jennifer Lang When it comes to getting into the Christmas spirit, Santa’s got nothing on Sharon Vrecko. For more than 40 years, the decorating dynamo has turned her home into a Christmas wonderland, an annual tradition she shows no sign of abandoning any time soon. “I just love Christmas,” smiles Vrecko, who is wearing Christmas tree earrings, a Santa teddy bear sweater, and dark slacks patterned with wreaths, candy canes and presents. A visit to her home last week offered a tantalizing preview. “Usually, my target date is Dec. 1,” says Vrecko, who explains it all began in 1967 – the first year she was married. She had $80 to spend on decorations, and went to the Army and Navy department store. It was “more than enough to totally decorate our one-bedroom apartment,” she recalls. These days, she’s got a lot more floor (and wall) space to work with. If she sees a decoration or collectible she likes, she buys it, but keeps strictly focused. “I don’t just ‘buy’ like I used to. I think.” Everything – from the miniature Santas representing countries (and family members) around the globe to tiny, snowcovered Christmas towns – is carefully arranged, contained to specific sections of rooms or pieces of furniture.
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Welcome to Sharon Vrecko’s home in Cloverdale, where it’s been feeling a lot like Christmas for weeks now.
“I try and theme everything.” A collection of angels gracing the piano in the corner of the family room is her pride and joy. “I walked into a Christmas store about nine years ago, and I saw them.” She planned to buy one and start collecting. “I walked through the store with one, and then I thought, ‘No! I have to have them all now!’ I went back and I bought ‘em all. And I’m glad I did, because the next year, they didn’t have them. They never made
them again.” Now retired from her job at Canada Post (although she still helps answer letters to Santa) Vrecko used to spend her tips from letter-carrying on Christmas collectibles. As she points to various items, a memory sweeps into focus with each one. A holdout against artificial trees she relented after her husband bought her a rotating artificial tree that was pre-lit. She was skeptical at first. “He
says, ‘you only have to use it for a couple of years, and it will pay for itself, and you can go back to your live tree.” Predictably, she loves it now. She used to take an entire week off work to get all her decorating done, starting as soon as her four sons (now grown) went off to school, taking a break for supper, and then continuing into the evening. It now takes her a month to See A MONTH / Page 15
We were married by Santa and other Cloverdale tales We asked you for your Christmas stories, memories, traditions and photos. Among the submissions we received were these two messages from separate email accounts but apparently coming from the same happy household:
Our Christmas Story My wife and I were married by a reverend 12 years ago. However, we were married by Santa Claus four years before that. My wife and I were dating at the time and decided to get a Santa picture at the mall together. After the picture, Santa held our hands and talked to us. He noted the love between the two of us. After we left Santa’s lap, we both commented on how we felt we had just been married by Old Saint Nick himself. This shows us that Santa knows if you’re naughty, nice, or if you have a love connection! Ryan Stubbings
My best gift ever It was Christmas morning 1998 when I got proposed to. After everyone had opened
have forever. It was truly all of the gifts under the one of my best gifts ever tree, my boyfriend at the – the day my best friend time (Ryan) asked me to asked me to marry him. go and get the video he We were married in had made for his brother 2000 in Disneyland (our (he had told me previfavourite place to be). ously he was making his We have now been marbrother a video of family ried for 12 years and have pictures). 5-year-old twins, who I went to get the video love Christmas just as and they put it in the VCR much as we do! for all of us to watch. It took me a minute before Tammy Stubbings I realized that the video [Ed note: the message was in fact for me. On the contained the following video was my husbandp.s. – It would be great if to-be talking about us as a couple, and how much CONTRIBUTED PHOTO this could be published, we were meant for each With memories like these, no wonder the as I believe my husband Stubbings love Christmas. Ryan submitted a story other. about him and I with He then asked me on Santa Claus and how we felt that we had been the video to marry him. I then looked up completely surprised, married two years before this by a mall Santa. to have him down on one knee holding my I would like my husband to know how much beautiful engagement ring. I cried and of that Christmas and the proposal still means to me. course said yes. The proposal came as a complete surprise and it will be a Christmas memory that I – For more of your stories, turn to page 4.
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CH R I S TM A S I N
More of your Yuletide tales In asking readers to share their Christmas stories, we also reached out via social media. “What’s your best Christmas story, Cloverdale? we asked. “The Cloverdale Volunteer Fire Department’s annual kid’s Xmas parties!!!! For volunteers and families,” replied Kathleen Dann Honey, remembering the good times. She lives in Hawaii but keeps tabs on hometown happenings via Facebook. Another reader chimed in with a fond Christmas memory that didn’t happen in December at all. “How about Xmas in June!” replied Twitter user @_EricaDawn. “When they filmed Deck the Halls and all the locals including myself were dressed as if it were.” She recalled how the extras were dressed in full winter jackets, toques, mitts and the works, even though it was 22 degrees out. “So much fun though,” she added. Dawn noted that some of the film’s (many) seasonal set decorations have been put to good use as a legacy in the historic town centre.
Happy HOLIDAYS
From Our Family to Yours DOWNTOWN CLOVERDALE
EVENTS SaNTa ParaDE oF LigHTS Sunday, Dec. 2 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A fantastic evening of lighted vehicles and floats escorting Santa Claus to light up the Cloverdale town centre Christmas tree. Entertainment, food, face painting and displays, with special guests Central City Big Rigs for Kids. Presented by the Cloverdale BIA and Cloverdale Chamber of Commerce. Call 604-574-9802 or 604-5763155 for more information.
aCTiViTiES WiNTEr iCE PaLaCE The Cloverdale Arena, 6090 176 Street, will be transformed into the Winter Ice Palace again, over winter break. Come and join in the fun. This is a very popular event that the whole family can enjoy. Admission is $4, but skate rentals are additional. Open Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Call 604-502-6410.
Filmed in Cloverdale, Deck the Halls left a lasting Christmas legacy and it’s not these adorable matching moose sweaters.
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other in the decorating department. Sadly, the critical consensus seems to be Deck the Halls spreads little cheer and rates a dismal six percent on the Tomatometer, a rating that means just six per cent of critics gave the film a favourable review. It also earned the dubious distinction of one of Ebert and Roper’s Worst of 2006. But take heart: the DVD will make a perfect present for that naughty person on your shopping list this year.
CHriSTMaS iN CLoVErDaLE: giFT aND CraFT MarKETPLaCE The annual Christmas in Cloverdale Gift and Craft Marketplace takes place Nov. 30 from 5-9 p.m. and Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free event features over 70 juried vendors selling gift and craft items. Also featuring a visit by Santa, and Joseph the Magician will be entertaining children of all ages. Make your own craft, food concession and more. We will be transforming Shannon Hall at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds into a Christmas shopping experience to remember. Canned goods gratefully accepted for the Surrey Food Bank. For more, visit www. christmasincloverdale.com, or email cicmarketplace@live.ca. Continued Page B12
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Are you ready for Christmas?? Let Historic Cloverdale offer you some ideas for your friends and loved ones. Come down and wander through our streets, slipping into such stores as Malary’s Fashions for that elegant outfit for your wife; Mates Uniforms for a cute uniform for that nurse in your life; La Bella Vie for that must have Christmas Decoration or a stop in at Create-it Emporium to book a pottery party; a visit to Tricias Gems for the person that loves jewellery, or a unique gift at Gypsy Moon. We also offer antiques, fine art and items of retro and vintage as well as two computer outlets. Have a look through Mason’s Furniture for that perfect piece of furniture to complete your living room.
We have a Skate Shop for your boarder, a bridal shop for that perfect wedding dress and a few dry cleaners to help after all the Christmas parties. Hungry? Enjoy a donair lunch or perhaps some sushi and then off to have your hair and nails done at one of our seven salons or spas. Pick-up some nutritional health dog food (after, all, our pets need to be pampered too!) and schedule an appointment at Dog Gone Beautiful so your pets will look great for Christmas as well. Check out what is playing at the Clova Cinema to keep the kids entertained over the holidays. Pick-up a pizza, and a bottle of wine at the liquor store and head home after a fantastic shopping day!
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Four-legged retirees grace new calendar
By Jennifer Lang An organization that finds new homes for retired racehorses coming off the track at Fraser Downs presents its 2013 calendar – just in time for Christmas. Greener Pastures, the B.C. Standardbred Horse Adoption Society, is selling the calendars as a fundraiser, making it a natural choice as a stocking stuffer for the horse lover in your life. The society is dedicated to retraining and finding loving new homes for retired Standardbreds. Some of them never quite made it as race horses to begin with. Others earned thousands on the track during their careers. About 50 are adopted out each year. The society operates a rehabilitation centre in South Surrey, where there are an average of 10 horses in its care at any one time. Standardbreds are friendly, loving horses who thrive on having a job to do and try their best to please. With a little training and patience, most adapt well to the
Featuring the success stories of 2012.
saddle. The calendar features some of the success stories of 2012. In July, a successfully adopted former racehorse named Solar Wind is seen happily frolicking, along with photos Don’t Say Anything and Urworstknightmare, a pretty bay who now goes by the sunnier Dreamfair. Then there’s barn favourite Luongo – a handsome guy with an easy-going personality – who recently
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found a new home. He’ll be living in Maple Ridge, where he’ll be a trail buddy for Dawn. The society is a registered charity that relies heavily on the generosity of the public. Tax deductible cash donations accepted. The calendars are $15. The society also sells T-shirts, caps and bumper stickers. Visit the Greener Pastures online store at www.greenerpastures.ca.
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The hosts with the most: Chris Boyd and Jordan Birch. Wait a second. Do vests even count?
Bad taste, such fun Are you seeing packs of prancing reindeer and battalions of swaddled snowmen? Maybe you’ve been sampling too many Christmas libations – nope, it’s just your sweater. Well, have we got the party for you. Put on your gaudiest, most outrageous Yuletide sweater and join hosts Chris Boyd and Jordan Birch at the 11th Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater party – billed as “the most fun you can have with your knitwear on” and credited (blamed?) for sparking a trend of ugly sweater parties across the globe. You’re promised a blast of holiday cheer with music by the Dr. Strangelove Band, Greg Drummond, and the Vancouver Sweet Soul Gospel Choir – plus caroling, eggnog,
giveaways and a visit from Santa. Trophies will be awarded to the ugliest sweater, most original sweater, best mustache, and group costume. Partial proceeds this year will help two cancer-stricken parents of young children, Katrina and Mark Bennett of Langley. It’s happening Friday, Dec. 21 at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, starting at 8 p.m. A mandatory Ugly Christmas Sweater dress code will be in effect. Tickets available at Ticketmaster. For more info, visit nowthatsugly.com, follow the @uglysweaterguys on Twitter, or like UglyChristmasSweaterParty on Facebook.
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Santa parade to light up Cloverdale Organizers have added a longer parade route, more entries to keep up with the throngs of spectators By Jennifer Lang Cloverdale is the place to be his Sunday, when the 7th Annual Surrey’s Santa Parade of Lights will thrill and dazzle thousands in the historic town centre. It’s a traditional parade with floats, antique vehicles festooned with strings of Christmas lights, horses and more. There’s also an amazing lighted truck parade featuring big rigs, including 10 from Vancouver Island. Along with dignitaries, businesses, and various community groups, look for new additions, including various Girl Guides, Scouts, and even the championship Whalley Little League team. The parade will also see the unveiling of three vintage freight trucks that returned to Cloverdale earlier this year, thanks to the Surrey Heritage Society, which is working to open a new transportation heritage centre at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. The parade gets underway at 5 p.m. Be sure to bring along donations of nonperishable food items and new, unwrapped toys. Donations for the Surrey Christmas Bureau and the Surrey Food Bank will be collected along the parade route. Don’t forget to drop by the Cloverdale Learning next to Hawthorne Square. It’s holding an open house, with kids’ crafts, face painting and ornament making. Along with hosting entertainment, food, and Christmas displays, Hawthorne Square will also act as a collection depot for dona-
SURREY’S SANTA PARADE OF LIGHTS WHEN: 5-6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2 WHERE: Downtown Cloverdale; starts at Cloverdale Fairgrounds, right on 177B St., south to 58 Ave., west to 176 St., south to Hwy 10. Please bring along a donation for the Surrey Food Bank and Surrey Christmas Bureau.
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Santa always makes a big entrance at Surrey’s Santa Parade of Lights in Cloverdale.
tions to the Surrey Food Bank and the Surrey Christmas Bureau. Get there early – crowds will be lining the streets for the parade, rain or shine. Last year’s phenomenal turnout, an estimated 15,000 – so many there were more spectators than the actual parade route could
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handle – convinced organizers to add more floats and lighted entries. The parade route has also doubled for 2012, marshaling at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds at 60 Avenue, turning right on 177B Street, south to 58 Avenue, and west to 176 Street. The parade then heads south again to
Highway 10. “We’ve added three additional blocks, based on the fact that last year we reached capacity,” says Paul Orazietti, executive director of the Cloverdale BIA, which co-organizes the parade with the Cloverdale District Chamber of Commerce. The arrival of the man of the hour – Santa Claus – is always a dramatic moment. Past years have seen the Jolly Old Elf seated inside a fairytale pumpkin carriage or atop a trailer. What will Santa be on this year? It’s a closely-guarded secret, but here’s a hint: it will be a fitting symbol of the transportation heritage theme that’s gaining ground in Cloverdale. The tree lighting ceremony takes place at approximately 6:30 p.m. at Hawthorne Square in the 5700-block of 176 Street. To volunteer, carol or build a float, contact the Cloverdale BIA at 604-576-3155 or the Cloverdale Chamber at 604-574-9802.
MERRY CHRISTMAS
Celebrate the joys of the season at the Surrey Museum! WInter explorerS Families use their imagination to travel around the world! • Discover Christmas traditions from Mexico, the Philippines and more through crafts and games. • Try on costumes in the holiday dress-up area. Saturday, December 1 All ages, by donation
1:00pm-3:00pm
A pIoneer ChrIStMAS Step back in time to discover how Surrey pioneers celebrated Christmas years ago. • Make old fashioned ornaments to hang on our tree and yours. • Watch holiday films from long ago. • Join in a carol sing-a-long with the White Rock Ladies Choir. • Please bring a non-perishable food donation for the Surrey Food Bank. Saturday, December 8 All ages, by donation
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Langley’s Ange Bible with her decorated plant pots at Cloverdale United Church’s fall craft fair on Nov. 17.
Free shopping shuttle What better way to do your Christmas shopping – and experience historic downtown Cloverdale – on a cold winter’s day than to let someone else do the driving? Shoppers and sightseers are invited to climb on board a free shuttle bus that will be operating Saturdays this December, and on the Sunday of the 7th annual Surrey’s Santa Parade of Lights (Dec. 2). The rides are free, but passengers are asked to bring along a non-perishable food item or a new, unwrapped toy for the Cloverdale Christmas Hamper Program, a local initiative that helps hundreds of local families and individuals each holiday season. Pick up spots include Clover Square Vil-
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Shop Cloverdale and win Four lucky people will each win shopping sprees in the Cloverdale town centre worth $250. To enter, simply visit one of the participating merchants. The rules are one entry form per visit. No purchase necessary. The prize draw is Friday, Dec. 21. The shopping spree and free shuttle are presented by the Cloverdale BIA and Cloverdale District Chamber of Commerce.
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your mall. your lifestyle. your neighbourhood. 17700 56 AVENUE - OVER 40 SHOPS AND SERVICES RIGHT IN THE CENTRE OF CLOVERDALE Let’s make it
Annik Optical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-574-7775
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Cloverdale Dental Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-574-3522 Cloverdale Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic 604-574-4342 Coast Capital Savings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-517-7000 Curves For Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-576-2221 Dairy Queen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-576-4811 Dollarama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-574-2155 D-W Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-574-9396 Edward Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-0322 Essential Nail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-4602 Express Employment Professionals . . . . . 604-575-8181 FHA - Audiology Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-5100 FHA - Cloverdale Public Health. . . . . . . . . 604-575-5100 ICBC Expressway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-661-2255 Invis-Feisal & Associates
ICBC Subway Tan de Soleil Canadian H20 to go Cooperators Kevin Falcon Feisal & Assoc Annik Optical Essential Nails Love those Shoes Sashimi Sushi Marketplace IGA
Santa’s Here! Santa’s Hut will be open this Christmas season from
Noon to 4 pm each day starting Wednesday, Dec. 5th through to and including Sunday, Dec. 23rd.
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Pick up dinner on the way home, getting in a visit to Santa, getting your nails done, going to the doctor and getting your prescription, finding the perfect shoes for a wedding, getting the groceries for the weekend, picking up a birthday cake, organizing your portfolio, meeting with the girls for a great lunch or a quick 30 minute workout, making some wine, talking to a professional about your investments, or having a dental checkup.
Quality Wine Cellars & Curves at rear
UPS Store
That’s what shopping at Clover Square Village is. Easy, friendly, and even fun!
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your mall. your lifestyle. your neighbourhood. 17700 56 AVENUE - OVER 40 SHOPS AND SERVICES RIGHT IN THE CENTRE OF CLOVERDALE Let’s make it
Annik Optical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-574-7775
easy!
Bell One Touch Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .778-574-4447 Canadian H2O to Go. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-575-0426 Central Valley Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-575-7007 Chevron Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-574-0040 Clover Care Dental Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-575-4747 Clover Care Medical Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-574-7883
Express Employment Recreational Vehicle Dealers Assoc Fraser Health Petro Value Feisal & Associates
Cloverdale Dental Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-574-3522 Cloverdale Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic 604-574-4342 Coast Capital Savings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-517-7000 Curves For Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-576-2221 Dairy Queen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-576-4811 Dollarama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-574-2155 D-W Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-574-9396 Edward Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-0322 Essential Nail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-4602 Express Employment Professionals . . . . . 604-575-8181 FHA - Audiology Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-5100 FHA - Cloverdale Public Health. . . . . . . . . 604-575-5100 ICBC Expressway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-661-2255 Invis-Feisal & Associates
ICBC Subway Tan de Soleil Canadian H20 to go Cooperators Kevin Falcon Feisal & Assoc Annik Optical Essential Nails Love those Shoes Sashimi Sushi Marketplace IGA
Santa’s Here! Santa’s Hut will be open this Christmas season from
Noon to 4 pm each day starting Wednesday, Dec. 5th through to and including Sunday, Dec. 23rd.
Everything is here, and convenient.
LifeLab Edward Jones Investments Johnn L Randall Lawyer Just Great Clothes Bell
Noon-4pm
Santa’s Hut
Wednesday, Dec 5th to Sunday, Dec 23rd
Mortgage Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-576-1412 John L Randall Law Office . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-576-3889 Just Great Clothes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-576-2030 Kevin Falcon MLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-576-3792
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KFC / Taco Bell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-576-7450 LS Quality New & Used Tires . . . . . . . . . . 604-575-2224 LifeLabs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-576-6111 Love Those Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-3831 Marketplace IGA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-574-9688 Petro Value Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-576-0004
Clover Care Medical
Dollarama Curves Dental Clinic & Physiotherapy Quality Wine Cellars
Fraser Health Hearing Clinic
Chevron
Quality Wine Cellars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-574-4407 Recreation Vehicle Dealers Assoc of BC . .604-575-3868 Rusty’s Neighborhood Pub . . . . . . . . . . . .604-574-5512
LS TIRES
Salty’s Fish & Chips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-2115 Sashimi Sushi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-3889 Shoppers Drug Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-574-7436 Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-576-5878 Tan de Soleil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604-575-1456 The Co-operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-8711 UPS Store # 382 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604-575-5095
Pick up dinner on the way home, getting in a visit to Santa, getting your nails done, going to the doctor and getting your prescription, finding the perfect shoes for a wedding, getting the groceries for the weekend, picking up a birthday cake, organizing your portfolio, meeting with the girls for a great lunch or a quick 30 minute workout, making some wine, talking to a professional about your investments, or having a dental checkup.
Quality Wine Cellars & Curves at rear
UPS Store
That’s what shopping at Clover Square Village is. Easy, friendly, and even fun!
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As this photo (pictured on facing page) from December 1963 proves, a visit with Santa has been a long-running Cloverdale tradition. Back in the 1960s, kids lined up at Duckworth’s department store to have their picture taken with Santa. Duckworth’s was located at 5741 176 Avenue, in the building that’s today home to the Cloverdale Learning Centre. Back in its heyday, Duckworth’s also offered free gift wrapping to customers. Today, the tradition of visiting with Santa in Cloverdale happily continues at the Clover Square Village mall.
From Dec. 5 to 23, come by to visit Santa Claus at his cute little white house with the red trim. He’ll be listening to children’s wish lists from noon to 4 p.m. daily. Parents, bring your own camera, and take your child’s picture with Santa. Prints (optional) are available right away. Donations for the Surrey Food Bank are gratefully accepted. A note for shoppers and sight-seers: Santa’s House is close to the pick-up and dropoff point for the free Saturday shuttle that’s operating on Saturdays in Cloverdale to Dec. 22.
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Market, November 23 to Dec. 30. Featuring more than 224 local artists and crafters. It’s open Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Located at 14970 Marine Drive, White Rock, 604-541-2221.
Cloverdale Sunday Market The Cloverdale Sunday Market runs every Sunday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. (except special events and holidays) at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds, 60 Avenue and 176 Street. Two buildings with 180 tables and 160 outdoor spots yield an eclectic mix of goods for sale, from electronics, household items, handmade crafts, artwork, jewelry and collectibles.
Milner village Market An indoor Christmas Market held every Saturday until Dec. 15 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m), Milner Gardens 6690 216 St., Langley. Every week will feature new vendors as well as food trucks serving hot breakfast and lunch all day. Do some local Christmas shopping without
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ConCertS ChriStMaS ConCert Langley Community Chorus is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a Christmas concert featuring everything from “A to Z” – or from Ave Maria to ‘Zat You Santa Claus? Afternoon matinee 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2 at Sharon United Church, 21562 Old Yale Road, Langley, and at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9 at St. Dunstan’s Anglican Church, 3025 264 Street,
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Fa, la, la they love to sing The Langley Community Chorus marks a milestone with a seasonal concert
Big RiveR David James and Big River, a Tribute to Johnny Cash, presented Sunday, Dec. 30 at the Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Road, White Rock. Tickets at the box office or online at www.whiterockplayers.ca. Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.
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The chorus has grown from 14 to more than 80 voices, including 9 from Surrey.
The chorus performs two main public concerts each year, in winter and spring, as well as engagements at Langley seniors’ residences. They are beginning to expand their venues and guest performances with the goal of providing more opportunities to perform for the public. The music director is Anita Comba. Her extensive musical experience, sense of humour and willingness to help make
her a wonderful resource for the chorus, along with accompanist Donna Phillips on keyboards. The members enjoy both rehearsal times and concert performances under their leadership. Tickets prices are adult $15, students $10, and under-6 free, available at the door one half hour before each concert. For more, visit their website: www.langleychorus.org.
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It’s been 20 years since the inception of one of Langley’s biggest musical treasures. And to celebrate, Langley Community Chorus presents a fun-filled, anniversary-worthy holiday concert, Merry Fa, La, La. The concert will feature a blend of traditional, classic and contemporary carols and musical selections – from “Ave Maria” to “Zat You Santa Claus?”– that are sure to share the joy of the season with audiences. There’s still time for audiences to catch two upcoming performances – both matinees. The first is 3 p.m. this Sunday (Dec. 2) at Sharon United Church, 21562 Old Yale Road, Langley. The second venue is St. Dunstan’s Anglican Church at 3025 264 Street in Aldergrove, starting at 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 9. The choir has been around since 1992, when a small group of singers from Langley got together to form a choral group. They wanted to sing and have fun, as well as provide entertainment. They called themselves the Langley Community Chorus. Membership has grown from 14 to more than 80 voices this season, drawn from surrounding communities, including a contingent of nine singers from Surrey, and who are united by their love of singing.
From Page 13 Aldergrove. Tickets at the door half-hour before concert. Adults $15, students $10, under 6 free. More at www.langleychorus.org.
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Movie screening for a good Claus A special visit from Santa himself is part of the fun at an upcoming family-friendly movie screening at the Clova Cinema. The Dec. 8 morning matinee – featuring a family Christmas movie (still to be announced) – gets underway at 10:30 a.m., but young movie-goers can get their picture taken taken with Santa Claus by donation, starting at 9:30 a.m. The photos will be emailed to you the next day, organizer Leeah George says. The special screening is a fundraiser for a cause that’s near and dear to her heart: The Ride to Conquer Cancer. She and her husband will be taking part.a Movie tickets are $5. They’re available by emailing leeahgeorge@hotmail. com. – Cloverdale Reporter
It now takes a month From page B1
complete the transformation, working in shifts of up to three hours. (A bad back prevents her from working longer.) Vrecko is so crazy about Christmas, her kids urged her to name her sweet-natured whippet “Santa’s Little Helper” – like the dog on the Simpson’s – but she settled on “Holly” instead. She’s looking forward to having her four sons and their wives and girlfriends over on Christmas Day. She admits her enthusiasm for Christmas decor may have damped theirs a little. “They like it…” she trails off momentarily, then adds: “I said, ‘What would you do if I didn’t do it? They
said, ‘We wouldn’t care.’ But I think they would. I really do.” Fortunately, the newer additions to the family – including a daughter-in-law from China and another from India – joined Vrecko for another favourite family tradition: girl’s night. Each woman painted a window according to a Christmas theme that meant something to them personally, hence the red paper lanterns in one pane and a colourful peacock in another. After Christmas, everything will be packed into boxes, and tucked away for another year. How much has she spent on decorations over the years? “I wouldn’t even hazard a guess.”
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Versatile, and in demand Cloverdale’s merry band of golden aged entertainers Susie Francis and The Versatiles have another busy Christmas calendar planned, with upcoming shows across the region. The troup features performers in their 60s to their 90s, and specializes in musical comedy revues that appeal to a wide range of audiences, as their list of gigs demonstrates. This Friday, they’re doing a 45-minute performance at Chantrell Creek El-
ementary. Other dates include Dec. 9 at the Maple Ridge Legion, Dec. 13 at the Weatherby Pavillion at Peace Arch Hospital, Dec. 14 at the Cloverdale Recreation Centre as part of a Christmas party for seniors. And on Dec. 20, the Versatiles bring their old-fashioned blend of humour, music and melody to Brookswood Seniors Centre in Langley. For bookings, call 604-613-3116. – Cloverdale Reporter
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A bloomin’ good show It’s a welcome splash of colour and artistic creativity at this time of year. Two award-winning Surrey artists are once again teaming up with a local garden centre for Paints ‘n Bloom, an art show that includes free demonstrations for visitors. Paints ‘n Bloom takes place Dec. 7 and 8 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days) at the West Coast Garden Centre in South Surrey. Artworks by Audrey Bakewell and Wendy Mould will be on display at the two-day event, which is in support of the Alzheimer Society of B.C. The artists are also offering the following free demos on Friday, Dec. 7: Bringing Animals to Life in Graphite with Wendy Mould starts at 11 a.m., and Painting on Yupo Paper with Watercolour led by Audrey Blackwell is at 1:30 p.m. A facilitator will be on hand on Dec. 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to offer support and information on the society’s education series and support groups. A portion of all sales will go to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. West Coast Garden Centre is located at 1420 172 Street in South Surrey.
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Here’s a gift suggestion for the person on your Christmas gift list who has everything: buy them something wild. The Nature Conservancy of Canada is offering Gifts of Canadian Nature starting at $40 that help protect the country’s wildlife habitat. The recipient receives a personalized certificate and calendar, while the giver gets a tax receipt, and the knowledge that they’ve helped Canada’s critters. Visit www.giftsofnature.ca for more. “You can have so much fun gifting them: ‘I was
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going to get you a book but you already have one,’” says Teva Harrison, manager of supporter development with the NCC. “‘Here’s a bear or an owl or a fox instead.’ Who wouldn’t love that?” Founded in 1962, the Nature Conservancy of Canada is a not-for-profit private land conservation organization that works to protect natural areas. It’s been rated an A+ for fiscal responsibility by Moneysense Magazine. – Cloverdale Reporter
Family stories Are you interested in delving deeper into your family’s history? The Cloverdale Library hosts an upcoming orientation session designed to help you make use of its extensive genealogy resources, programs and expertise. An orientation session on the branch’s Family History Collection is planned for Saturday, Dec. 1, running from 10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. The Cloverdale Library is located at 5642 176A Street. Call 604-598-7328 or email familyhistory@ surrey.ca. – Cloverdale Reporter
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