2018 SUMMER IN DELTA!
Summer is here, Delta! Enjoy free, family-friendly special events and activities all summer long! • Adventure Playgrounds • Mayor Jackson’s Garden Contest • North Delta Family Day • Concerts in the Park • Art in the Park • Tour de Delta • Canada Day
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Adventure Playgrounds Delta is adding a little more adventure this summer with the addition of two summer adventure play spaces! North Delta Recreation Centre & South Delta Recreation Centre July 3–September 3, 2018 | 10:30 am-5 pm A play attendant will be scheduled from 10:30 am-5 pm every day to hand out tools for building and creating within the playground area. Adventure playgrounds are a free, drop-in activity offered throughout summer in Delta. Learn more about adventure playgrounds at delta.ca/adventureplay
• Boundary Bay Airshow • Tsawwassen Sun Festival • North Delta Show & Shine • Outdoor Movie Nights • Luminary Festival • $20 Child/Youth Summer Drop-in Pass
2 A Message from Mayor Lois E. Jackson and Delta Council This summer brings another round of exciting community events, festivals and activities for you and your family. Visit delta.ca/events to see our full listing and be sure to check out the amazing festivals that we offer! The Boundary Bay Airshow, Tsawwassen Sun Festival, North Delta Family Day and the Tour de Delta are free to attend and are great happenings to bring the kids to enjoy the day with the family.
Summer also presents the opportunity to get Enjoy your summer in Delta, and I look forward out of the house and go exploring. Check out our to seeing everyone at the events and festivals amazing parks list online at delta.ca and choose a happening throughout our communities. park to visit that you may not have been to before. The highly anticipated Ladner Rotary Splash Park Mayor Lois E Jackson in Memorial Park is set to open in mid-July in time for the summer so keep your eyes on our website and on social media for more details.
A Message from the Delta Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission
Councillor Robert Campbell
The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission advises Council and guides the Parks, Recreation & Culture Department on the planning, development, use, operation and service delivery at Delta’s recreation and park facilities. The Commission’s annual work plan represents a broad scope of programs and services available to the residents of Delta. A key focus is ensuring that Delta’s facilities, parks and open spaces are safe, affordable, and offer a variety of activities and events throughout the community. The Commission is a group of volunteers, who work tirelessly to provide excellent programs and services for our community.
Commissioner Mary Morrison-Clark
Commissioner Barbara Baydala
Commissioner Rod Binder
Commissioner James Cybulski
Commissioner Dave Fair
Commissioner David Fredricksen
Commissioner Denise Reid
Commissioner Don Sangster
Commissioner Cora Schillings
Commissioner Simran Walia
Commissioner Garry Wilson
For more information on programs or services, by email contact talk@delta.ca or call 604-946-3293. Councillor Robert Campbell Chair, Delta Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission
How does your garden grow? Mayor Lois E. Jackson wants to know! Mayor Jackson’s Garden Contest for Kids is an annual event to encourage children ages 5–16 to be active outdoors and learn how to garden. Plant a flower or vegetable garden now, take a series of photos showing the progress of your blooms or crops, and send in your submission any time during the contest period of August 3–September 17, 2018. To enter, submit a Contest Entry Form and date stamped photos via: • email to kidsgardencontest@delta.ca • regular mail to the attention of the Mayor’s Office at the following address: City of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 604-946-3210 • drop off at any Delta recreation centre customer service office.
Councillor Sylvia Bishop
Mayor Jackson’s
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North Delta Family Day Sunday, June 24 North Delta Community Park 11311 84 Avenue Parade | 11 am – 1 pm Starts from Burnsview Secondary School, travels north on 112 Street, east on 84 Avenue and ends at North Delta Community Park. • Kids Activities • Dunk Tank • Bouncy Castles
Festival | 1 pm – 4 pm • Entertainment and Live Music • Face Painting • BBQ
For more information www.northdeltalions.org Parade Info: parade@northdeltalions.org Festival Info: displays@northdeltalions.org
2018 Concerts in the Park Join us for an evening of arts in our local parks. Engage in interactive activities from Delta’s Community Arts and Heritage staff, while enjoying displays from local artisans and complete the evening with great music. Activities and displays start one hour prior to the concert. Bring your own blanket and chairs. Arrive early to secure your spot.
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For questions and information, please call 604-943-9437, or visit delta.ca/events. LADNER – Memorial Park Tuesday, June 19, 7 pm . . . . . . . . . . . Delta Music Makers Thursday, August 2, 7 pm . . . . . . . . . . . . The Karmichaels NORTH DELTA – Sunshine Hills Tuesday, July 17, 7:30 pm . . . . . . . . . Delta Concert Band NORTH DELTA – Social Heart Plaza Wednesday, August 8, 7:30 pm . . . . . . . . The Flanagans TSAWWASSEN – Diefenbaker Park Wednesday, July 4, 7 pm . . . . . . . . Bossa Dias & Friends Thursday, August 23, 7 pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Astro’s Collar Concerts and Art in the Park events will be cancelled in inclement weather.
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Experience the excitement as local and international pro cyclists race on our streets and join the fun at the interactive Tour de Delta community festivals and kids races! Tour de Delta is a proud partner of BC Superweek (bcsuperweek.ca).
NORTH DELTA CRITERIUM – Friday, July 6
July 6, 7, 8
WHITE SPOT ROAD RACE – Sunday, July 8 Riders incorporate strength, strategy and endurance as they wind through the streets of Tsawwassen. UCI 1.2 sanctioning for both the men’s and women’s races ensures a strong international field of riders.
This race features a very fast course with riders reaching speeds of more than 70 km/hr.
Start and Finish: 53 Street, adjacent to Dennison Park, Tsawwassen Women: 9:30 am Men Pro 1, 2: 1 pm
Start and Finish: 84 Avenue – west of 114 Street North Delta Social Heart Women: 6:30 pm Men Pro 1, 2: 7:40 pm
BEST VIEWING: start/finish area on 53 Street, a lawn chair with friends and family who live along the race route or the festival grounds across from the finish line.
BEST VIEWING: start/finish area on 84 Avenue – west of 114 Street, the corner of 84 Avenue and 112 Street or the Watershed Artworks beer and wine tent across from the finish line.
Volunteers and Billet Hosts needed!
LADNER CRITERIUM – Saturday, July 7 High speed cornering, straight away sprints and many race side eateries, make this race a fan favourite. Start and Finish: Delta Street at Bridge Street Ladner Village Men Cat 3, 4: 5:10 pm Men Pro 1, 2: 7:25 pm Women: 6:15 pm BEST VIEWING: start/finish area at Delta Street and Bridge Street, ‘crash corner’ at Chisholm Street and Delta Street, 48 Avenue from Delta Street to Elliott Street, or any of the numerous restaurants along the race course.
JOIN THE 2018 TOUR DE DELTA VOLUNTEER TEAM! Volunteer for 1, 2, or all 3 days. Volunteers needed for flyer distribution, race set-up and takedown, registration, food services, road marshalling, billet hosting and more! All volunteers receive a Tour de Delta t-shirt and are invited to the volunteer appreciation dinner.
HOST HOMES NEEDED FOR OUT-OF-TOWN RACERS! “Volunteering as a host family for the Tour de Delta is one of the ways that I can give back by representing Ladner as a giving and caring community. I also learnt a lot about the racing community in Canada and my lady racer was certainly polite and respectful of my home. It was my pleasure to volunteer. I hope to do so again in the future.“ Regards, Judy
To become a Volunteer, or Billet Host: Please go to tourdedelta.com/volunteer
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July 6, 7, 8
Children and Youth Cycling Races Kids under 16 have an opportunity to warm up the criterium courses for the pros. All bikes in safe working condition are accepted. Helmets are mandatory.
KIDS CRIT – North Delta Friday, July 6
KIDS CRIT – Ladner Saturday, July 7
KIDS RACE –Tsawwassen Sunday, July 8
6-8 years – 1/2 Lap (.6 km) 5:45 pm Code #404242
Under 6 years New! Chisholm Street to Bridge Street, on Delta Street 3:45 pm Code #404248
6-8 years – 1 Lap (.4 km) 2:30 pm Code #404246
9-11 years – 1 Lap (1.2 km) 5:50 pm Code #404243
6-8 years – 1 Lap (.9 km) 4 pm Code #404244
Marshalling Area: Richardson Elementary School front entrance parking lot on 83 Avenue west of 114 Street
Marshalling Area: Chisholm Street south/west of Delta Street
9-11 years – 2 Laps (1.8 km) 4:15 pm Code #404245
Marshalling Area: Dennison Park parking lot
9-11 years – 3 Laps (1.2 km) 2:55 pm Code #404247 Register now at delta.ca/deltareg or 604-952-3000 as space is limited.
YOUTH RACE • Ladner • Saturday, July 7 Marshalling Area: Chisholm Street south/west of Delta Street 12-15 years • 20 minutes on the .9 km course • 4:30 pm Pre-registration at bcsuperweek.ca is encouraged by June 22 as space is limited.
Community Festivals – Come to the Party!
NORTH DELTA • Friday, July 6, 5 pm – 9 pm Richardson School Grounds • 11339 83 Avenue
TSAWWASSEN • Sunday, July 8, 11 am – 5 pm Dennison Park • 755 53 Street
Follow the live action of the race in progress on our on-site big screens! Enjoy a celebration of local sport, recreation and culture while experiencing an international cycling event. Festival activities include: • ‘Triple O’s on the Go’ Mobile Food Truck • Food Vendors
• Kids Zone • Interactive Sport • Crafts & Face Painting Activity Booths • Mascots and Entertainment
• In North Delta – Watershed Artworks Beer and Wine Tent
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Canada Day Celebration Sunday, July 1 Join us on Sunday, July 1, at Chalmers Park in North Delta, Kirkland House in Ladner, and Diefenbaker Park in Tsawwassen. FIREWORKS * CHILDREN’S GAMES & ACTIVITIES * BBQ & FOOD VENDORS * LIVE MUSIC * OFFICIAL CEREMONY * Visit delta.ca/events for full event details.
Boundary Bay Airshow boundarybayairshow.com
Saturday, July 21 Gates open at 11 am Airshow starts at 12 pm Boundary Bay Airport 7800 Alpha Way, Delta Featuring Misty Blues Skydiving Team Brent Handy – Pitts S-2B Vicky Benzing – Boeing Stearman Granley Airshows Yak Duo The Historic Erickson Aircraft Collection and many more! ●
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• Free Admission • Autograph Tent • Static Displays
• Community Booths • Port of Vancouver Family Zone • Food Vendors
Please bring your own chairs. Sorry, no pets allowed.
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Tsawwassen Sun Festival
North Delta Show & Shine
August 3, 4, 5 & 6 Winskill Park 5500 9 Avenue
Saturday, August 11 Sungod Recreation Centre 7815 112 Street
• Rotary Parade • Antique Fair • Bingo • Classic Car Show • Kids Funzone
• Market Place • Lions Pancake Breakfast • Slo-pitch Tournament • Volleyball Tournament
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• And more Food, Festivities and Fun! • Drive-in Movie • Delta’s Got Talent
$20/vehicle Do you have a hot rod, muscle car, restored antique or a foreign model? We’d love to see you at the Show & Shine! All makes and models welcome. 8–10 am | Registration • Call 604-952-3000 to pre-register 10 am–3 pm | Car Show • Live DJ • Raffle • Awards at 2 pm
Outdoor Movie Nights July 19 and August 15 North Delta Community Park Check our Facebook page to vote for your preferred movie.
Movies start at dusk.
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Luminary Festival Saturday, September 8 6 – 10 pm Sunstone Park, 10400 Delsom Crescent, North Delta It’s a special, sparkling end-of-summer event—illuminate yourself with costume and lights, and create a lantern to light the way. • Interactive Activities • Luminary Displays • Musicians and Street Performers • Lantern Parade at 8:30 pm • Main Stage Concert Featuring Soulstream at 9 pm • Food Vendors No on-site parking is available. A free shuttle service starts at 6 pm from North Delta Recreation Centre.
$20 Unlimited Child/
Youth Summer Drop-in Pass $20. Unlimited. All summer long. Valid June 29 – September 4, 2018 On sale now! If you are 18 years of age or under, take advantage of this special rate and enjoy unlimited drop-in access to Delta recreation facilities this summer for only $20! Check out drop-in gym programs, public swimming, drop-in art classes, and more. For a full listing of drop-in opportunities, view individual facility schedules online or call your local recreation centre for assistance. Drop by your local recreation centre to pick up your pass for up to 2/3 off the regular price.
Play, be active and make summer 2018 one to remember! This promotion is for children and youth up to 18 years of age. No other discounts apply. No refunds.