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Former Township Councillor Bev Dornan got the nod as the Great Langley Chamber of Commerce’s H.D. Stafford Citizen of the Year for 2014.

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Bus loop gets City’s attention

Langley City’s mayor and local police took special pains to assure citizens that they’re watching out for the public’s safety at TransLink’s Logan Avenue bus terminal.

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Langley Family Christmas

If you’ve misplaced your recipe for pickled beef tongue in cranberry glaze, you’re in luck! That and other blasts from the past can be found into today’s special section.

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More and more people are joining the call for “heart” made in Tuesday’s letter from a volunteer who helped rescue kittens abandoned all over Langley last month.

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H.D. Stafford Citizen of the Year:

Two more Fraser Valley farms have been put under quarantine and 155,000 birds are now affected at eight farms.

Bev Dornan was near tears as she accepted the Harold Stafford Good Citizen of the Year award Tuesday.

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BUSINESS

What’s in Store

Dec. 14: Breakfast with Santa at Krause Berry Farms is a cancer fundraiser and Willoughby Town Centre has a Christmas festival.

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What food most says Christmas to you?

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Should Canada be doing more to produce renewable energy?

No, use up our oil and gas first 10% Yes, but not too fast 8% No, renewables are too expensive 2% Yes, our future depends on it 69% Just climate change fear mongering 10%

A former Township councillor was named citizen of the year.

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Trinity Western University and Langley Township worked with the City of Ha Tinh in Vietnam on a reading room.

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Robbery suspect caught A school was locked down as police sought a suspect Tuesday.

MATTHEW CLAXTON mclaxton@langleyadvance.com

The search for a robbery suspect led to a brief lockdown at the Apex school in Langley’s Otter area Tuesday.

Police spent several hours searching for their suspect, starting at about 10 a.m., said Const. Craig Van Herk, a spokesperson for the Langley RCMP. Some police officers were working

on an unrelated matter in the 3100 block of 248th Street when a man approached and said someone had just tried to rob him, Van Herk said.

Police began searching the area.

Some time later, a youth officer giving a presentation at the Apex school at 244th Street and Fraser Highway spotted the suspect running through the school grounds.

“Out of an abundance of caution, they locked the school down,” Van Herk said.

Officers located and arrested a 34-year-old Surrey man, and he remained in custody as of Wednesday.

The Emergency Response Team was called out to assist in the brief manhunt.

Bev Dornan was floored when her name was announced as the Harold Stafford Good Citizen of the Year Tuesday night.

Dornan was given the award at the dinner meeting of the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce. The chamber selects one citizen every year who exemplifies selfless service to the community.

“It never, ever occurred to me,” Dornan said when asked if she suspected she had been named.

Some nominees have Matthew Claxton/Langley Advance to be specially invited to Bev Dornan hugged Sylvia the event, but Dornan, Anderson on her way up a past chamber presto accept. Anderson and ident, usually attends.

However, she had a con- several other past winners welcomed her to the club. flict with another meeting and considered skipping it. Kurt and Brenda Alberts offered to give her a lift, apparently afraid she wouldn’t come, Dornan said.

Dornan was honoured for a long list of events for which she’s volunteered. In the last year her most high profile has been her leadership of the annual Langley Relay for Life, which raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Canadian Cancer Society.

Chamber vice president Eric Woodward called her a “true inspiration.”

Dornan was almost speechless.

“I don’t know if I can say anything, it’s such a shock,” she said.

Thankful for being chosen, she said she wasn’t planning on stopping her work in the community and she was looking for new opportunities.

She said she got into volunteering through her work with the old Aldergrove Chamber of Commerce, starting with events like the Aldergrove Fair Days and the neighbourhood’s Youth Ambassador Program. She kept on taking up new jobs and causes after joining the Greater Langley Chamber.

“I certainly enjoyed it,” Dornan said.

She said the other past winners of the award told her she’s now joined a club.

“It’s a great honour,” Dornan said. “It’s named after a great person.”

Harold Stafford was a Langley businessperson, political leader, and tireless volunteer. H.D. Stafford Middle School is named in his honour.

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Animals perish in fire

A destructive fire claimed the lives of horses, sheep, and goats.

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Langley Township fire crews rushed to a South Langley barn fire on Monday afternoon, only to find the building already blazing and with livestock trapped inside.

Several Township fire crews were called out to the 21800 block of 8th Avenue at about 4:35 p.m., said assistant fire chief Bruce Ferguson.

The flames were too intense to attempt to enter the barn.

“There’s quite a number of animals lost,” said Ferguson.

After speaking to the property’s owners, it is believed that six horses, three sheep, and some pygmy goats perished in the fire, which destroyed the barn.

Animals in paddocks up against the outside of the building were rescued.

District chief Rob Sewell was on scene and

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A barn in South Langley burned late Monday afternoon, in a fire that claimed the lives of animals and had tankers from every Township fire hall on the scene.

“We had tankers from managed to open gates every hall there,” said to allow two llamas or Ferguson. alpacas to get away from Firefighters worked the flames and into a pasthroughout the night on ture.

“They were pretty happy the site.

The owners of the propto see me and get out of erty, which appeared to be there,” Sewell said. a hobby farm, Firefighters were not home also manat the time of aged to move There’s quite the fire, but some ducks a number of arrived later, and chickens said Ferguson. from another animals lost.

They owned the pen that Bruce Ferguson majority of the was hard up animals, but against the one horse was exterior of apparently being boarded the barn. there, Ferguson said.

Two firehalls initially Investigators headed out responded to the blaze, to the site Tuesday morbut as there are no fire ning to try and determine hydrants in the rural area, exactly what caused the more trucks had to be fire. called in to haul water.

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Officials address Langley City bus loop safety

Langley City’s mayor and police tried to reassure citizens on public safety.

man, who was arrested a short distance from the scene. The two men knew each other and both were known to police.

• May 20, Leah MacKay threw a drink at the youngest child of a family, then not a year old, and got into a fist fight with the mother, then followed them off the bus and chased them with a knife.

MATTHEW CLAXTON MacKay pleaded guilty in August. mclaxton@langleyadvance.com • May 3, an intoxicated man passed out before arriving at the bus loop on a Another high-profile violent attack near shuttle bus. When two drivers asked him the Langley City bus terminus has police and civic officials talking about safety and to get off the bus, he tried to punch both drivers, then pulled a knife and tried to crime prevention. stab a waiting bus passenger, missing Mayor Ted Schaffer, Supt. Murray them all. Two passerby disarmed him, Power of the Langley RCMP, and Transit and RCMP arrested him a short time Police Chief Neil Dubord and acting deplater. uty chief Ed Eviston gathered Eviston said that a numat City hall Wednesday morber of programs or changes ning to talk about what can We’re in are expected soon from the and can’t be done to curb the midst Transit Police, who overfuture violence. see buses, SkyTrains, and The incident that sparked of working SeaBuses with 167 officers. the discussion took place at extremely Daily patrols are already the end of November. hard on this.” underway at the bus loop on On Nov. 29, Chris Lafrenier was jumped by two teenagers Mayor Ted Schaffer Logan Avenue, Eviston said.

A Crime Prevention Through who knocked him down, Environmental Design kicked him in the head, and (CPTED) study was also done and more robbed him. Lafrenier’s family said he lighting for the loop is being considered. was headed home with his tools on work City manager Francis Cheung said a belts at the time from near the bus tersimilar study has led to work underway minus.

The site of the attack was near the 5500 now to improve lighting and add a security camera at Innes Plaza, just down the block of 203rd Street, according to RCMP street from the loop.

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Transit Police can’t put up a camera of Two suspects were arrested a short their own at the bus loop, however. distance away and have been charged, Dubord said privacy laws mean that but the incident is the latest in the downpolice need a specific recurring crime as town, many of them connected with the a justification for a camera. Cameras in bus loop or transit.

SkyTrain stations are technically there to • June 17, a young man was stabbed watch for safety issues such as trips and in the neck and chest by another young

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The Langley RCMP is making a number of changes in the City and elsewhere, including stationing some officers in Community Police Offices full time, adding a dedicated officer who will work with the mentally ill.

Over the last year, officers have increased patrols in the City at night, which has had a notable effect, Power said.

Despite the violent incidents spread out over the last year, the bus loop does not register as a “hot spot” when the police are tracking crime throughout the Langleys, Power said.

Schaffer said the City is undertaking a number of projects, some of them soon

and some in the longer term. A crime prevention task force will be set up and will meet monthly to try to deal with crime proactively, Schaffer said.

The City is also looking at working with the Cascades Casino, which is near the bus loop and has security cameras of its own.

“We’re in the midst of working extremely hard on this,” Schaffer said.

In the longer term, the plan is to move the entire bus loop to 203rd Street at the current site of Langley Concrete and Tile.

That will only happen when and if the landowner there decides to sell and redevelop, said Cheung. The City doesn’t have the funds to expropriate that much land and rebuild.

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Teddy bear quest brings film crew to toy store Toy Traders was one of the locations which appears in another Langley-based Christmas movie that debuted on DVD this week.

ROXANNE HOOPER rhooper@langleyadvance.com

Several members of the Purdy family had a date on Dec. 2.

Despite the hectic schedules during the holidays, Matthew Purdy’s family came together for a special viewing of the Langley entrepreneur’s film debut.

Little did Purdy’s mom expect that she’d get so engrossed in the storyline of the new Christmas flick, that she’d be equally shocked and delighted every time she saw her little boy (now 39) or his Langley toy store pop up on her television screen throughout.

“She was a pretty proud mom… That was my favourite part of… and it was pretty humbling,” Purdy told the Langley Advance the day after its release.

Purdy’s Toy Traders and GameStars shops both play prominently in Jingle All The Way 2 – a FOX movie released straight to video the same day as

the Purdy viewing party.

And, in addition to multiple appearances of both stores and Purdy, Langleyites will again recognize several other familiar locales in this $5-million movie, including Fort Langley’s Cafe Planet Java (a 1950s-style diner), the historic Fort Langley Community Hall, and numerous shots along the village’s main drag.

Jingle All The Way was a blockbuster hit back in 1996 starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as a harried father on a quest for a Turbo Man action figure for his son.

In keeping with that theme, this sequel stars Larry the Cable Guy as a divorced father trying to outshine his eight-year-old daughter’s new stepdad – who, it just so happens, is rich.

Similarly to the original movie, this dad is on a quest for a toy – this time the talking Harrison Bear – which is the only item on his little girl’s Christmas wishlist.

Purdy described the entire filming experience as a “gas,” and said he’d happily do it again, not for money but for the exposure it offered his business.

Toy Traders and shop owner Matthew Purdy are both featured in a new straightto-video movie called Jingle All The Way 2 starring Larry the Cable Guy.

Film crews converged on both his shops on the Langley Bypass – primarily Toy Traders – for the better part of five days in March.

“I can’t believe it. There were cameras, wires, people everywhere,” Purdy said, noting that a camera track was run the length of the store to shoot one scene where a crowd of buyers stormed the store for a lastminute chance at a bear.

The film crew, he added, fluctuated between 45 and 55 during the shooting, and tents were set up throughout the parking lot to

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accommodate the crowd of people.

“I didn’t realize the crew would be as big,” Purdy said, noting that in a windstorm one night the tent providing cover for the extras literally blew away. He quickly offered up the game store – currently across the parking lot from the toy store – for shelter and remembers chuckling when he entered a short time later to find his staff and most of the extras engaged in various games.

Originally, Purdy wasn’t too keen on being part of the movie.

In fact, just a few weeks before filming began, a location manager approached Purdy about using the store – and was all but turned away.

They offered him money and said he’d have to shut the doors

for several days. What was being offered wasn’t enough to cover the loss of business, the annoyance and inconvenience for customers, and several lost days of work for his staff, Purdy said. And shutting down the shop was out of the question.

In past, Toy Traders was profiled on a few reality television shows, but never in a movie.

The director and writer of the movie, Alex Zamm, came out for a visit and with some persistence and compromise a deal was struck, Purdy said. Among the concessions, Zamm agreed to keep the shop names and Toy Traders could remain open for business through most of the filming – much to the producer’s displeasure.

Purdy said the exposure for his business was great, and he even enjoyed making a few cameo appearances (no talking roles) as Jerry. He can be seen in the background several times over stocking shelves, helping customers, and ringing in sales.

“It was an absolute blast doing the movie,” Purdy said.

Copies of the movie are on sale at Toy Traders and other retailers in town. But Toy Traders is the only place people can see one of the actual Harrison Bears from the movie (still in its box and covered with autographs from all of the cast and crew). > Read more at www.langleyadvance.com

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Langley pilot hurt in crash A Langley man was badly injured when his Cessna crashed at Pitt Meadows airport.

of the airport grounds and landed in the water – only 50 or so feet away.

“The only other option was the Fraser River, which means he wouldn’t have fared well,” Chatton said.

This was not the standard runway the pilot landed on, he explained.

ROXANNE HOOPER It was a narrow taxi route rhooper@langleyadvance.com located between several buildings near the float A Langley man recoverplane dock. ing in Royal Columbian “That in itself was quite Hospital has much to be amazing,” he added. grateful for this holiday The plane did come in season. Most of all, he’s for what Chatton described lucky to be alive. as a hard The 23landing. While year-old pilot the plane sufcrashed his It’s just fered “signifiplane Tuesday impressive cant damage” afternoon, where he put – including just before 3 a broken p.m., at Pitt this plane… tail, half the Meadows because there front end and Regional Airport. weren’t many landing gear ripped off, It’s still options. and extensive unclear why, damage to one but he reportRob Chatton Pitt Meadows of the wings edly lost Assistant Fire Chief – so too did power to his the pilot.

Cessna and He was airwas forced to lifted out to hospital with make an emergency landwhat Mounties are describing. ing as non-life threatening Relying only on the air injuries. under the wings, the lone It’s believed he suffered occupant of the plane numerous broken bones approached Pitt Meadows – possibly his leg and jaw. airport from the south, As well, he was being explained assistant Pitt treated for multiple facial Meadows fire chief Rob lacerations.

Chatton.

“He’s pretty luck, that’s Fortunately, the pilot managed to keep the plane for sure,” said Chatton.

To add to the good airborne long enough to bring it in for a landing on news in a bad news story, the fire official credits the southern tip of the airbystanders with acting fast port, Chatton said. to move the conscious but He and other emergency badly injured pilot to saferesponders were amazed ty as an estimated 20 galat how the pilot managed lons of airplane fuel spilled to manoeuvre the powerless aircraft down onto the out onto the ground.

Realizing there was a taxi runway, while avoidgood chance the fuel could ing three nearby hangars, ignite, some of the workairport workers in the area, and most importantly ers nearby dragged the pilot about 50 feet away the Fraser River.

– to safety – and began “It’s just impressive administering first aid, where he put this plane… while others grabbed fire because there weren’t extinguishers and stood many options,” Chatton watch to prevent a fire said, noting the plane could have easily fell short from erupting.

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“They recognized there was a serious hazard and got the pilot to safety, then had fire extinguishers at the read in case the fuel leak flashed… They did a fantastic job,” Chatton said.

Once the pilot was stabilized and sent by helicopter to hospital, fire crews then focused their attention on the crash site, laying a thick blanket of foam down to subdue the fumes from the fuel that was puddling on the tarmac.

The cause of the crash will be investigated by the Transportation Safety Board.

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THURSDAY, Dec. 11, 2014 PAGE A8 OUR VIEW

Once there used to be integrity

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t’s interesting how things have changed in the past few decades.

It used to be that anyone in a position of authority used to take responsibility not only for their actions, but even of their perceived actions.

Consider the quaint (by today’s standards) advertisement we happened upon in our 1955 files.

It’s an actual apology from the B.C. Electric Company (forerunner of today’s BC Hydro), to their customers throughout the community who were affected by a power outage.

It should be noted here that the outage was not the result of any negligence or malfeasance on the part of the company. It was the result of a serious storm that had blasted the region, causing trees to fall and power lines to be broken – not unlike the winds that blew through our community and up the Fraser Valley this week.

Surely, no one could have blamed the utility for the resultant interruption of electrical service.

And yet, integrity prevailed. B.C. Electric took its responsibility for providing the area with electrical power seriously – seriously enough to apologize for something that had surely been beyond the company’s control.

At least, if B.C. Electric was able to control the weather, that technology has since been lost – along with a share of the integrity that made even large corporations back then feel the need to reach out to its customers with humility and a desire to do better.

– B.G.

No justification possible for torture

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o one gets up in the morning, pulls on their socks, and thinks, “Today I’m going to be evil.”

Everyone, absolutely everyone, from nurses tending to Ebola patients to killers for hire, thinks they’re the good guy.

Everyone makes up a narrative that justifies what they do.

That includes the CIA agents and contractors who spent almost a decade systematically torturing prisoners. They were fighting terrorism, keeping the world safe for democracy. They did that by locking up people without trial, and by inflicting pain.

The U.S. Senate has just released its voluminous report on torture conducted in its network of secret jails for suspected terrorists. Suspects’ rights were violated on a massive scale – they were held for months in barren cells, with buckets for toilets, shackled to walls, kept in near-freezing conditions.

They were subjected to “enhanced interrogation techniques,” a polite euphemism for beatings, near-drownings, and psychological torment of every kind. The CIA paid two “consultants” $81 million to come up with tortures and to help carry them out.

An incomplete partial list is necessary here, because merely repeating “torture” does not convey the awfulness of what was done. Be advised, this is ugly stuff.

• CIA employees played “Russian roulette” with at least one inmate.

• They made another inmate stand on broken feet.

• Inmates were kept awake more than 180 hours, resulting in terrifying hallucinations.

• Several detainees were locked in small boxes for hours at a time. One man was locked in what amount- MATTHEW ed to a coffin.

• Prisoners’ families were threatened, including threats to rape or murder their mothers.

• Prisoners were slapped in the face and stomach, or “walled,” which is being held by the collar and slammed face first into a wall.

• At least one prisoner froze to death.

• Several prisoners were given “food” or water rectally, or suffered “rectal exams.” If this was done in Canada, the criminal charge would likely be sexual assault or aggravated sexual assault.

To make it perfectly clear, the CIA paid people to rape prisoners.

There are plenty of apologists for this treatment. Those people can go to hell.

Here’s a handy guide to whether torture is justified: Is it torture? Then no, it is not justified.

It is never justified.

It wouldn’t be justified if it worked (which it doesn’t).

It wouldn’t be justified if the victims were the scum of humanity (which many of them weren’t).

One of the detainees was the mentally challenged brother of another prisoner, kidnapped solely to force his sibling to provide inforCLAXTON mation.

What will happen to the people responsible for this?

Nothing. Absolutely nothing. There are really no plans, as far as I know, to arrest, try, or jail any of the people responsible for a decade’s worth of atrocities. The CIA will protect its own, and plenty of Americans think the victims had it coming, anyway.

But surely this is the end of U.S. sponsored torture, right?

Of course not. If it isn’t still going on now – the CIA lied to the White House and Congress repeatedly before – then it will start up again soon.

There’ll be another terrorist act, and it will be “necessary.”

Because there are no bad guys.

Everyone’s righteous. Get up and go out, blow up a plane or a truckload of soldiers, half-drown a man and beat him, it’s all in a day’s work for the good guys.

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Pipline rife with secrecy and errors Dear Editor, There is much more to the story about the East Langley Pipeline crossing of the Salmon River at 52nd Avenue than what Langley Township officials want people to believe.

Politicians and senior staff kowtow to development interests, taxpayers foot the bill, the community kept in the dark, and environmental protection impotent.

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Anti-oil is not anti-Canadian

Dear Editor, Mr. Seguin [Young protesters at risk, Dec. 4 Letters, Langley Advance] posits some good questions regarding the oil pipeline issues, and threads his questions with other issues regarding international security, internet technology, and some well thoughtout propaganda and conspiracy theories.

Being “anti-oil” doesn’t mean anyone is “anti-progress” or “antiCanadian.” The people who oppose the Enbridge and Kinder-Morgan pipeline proposals represent a cross-section of interests.

All have articulate and passionate thoughts about the future of resource and energy use in this country.

None of those views, ideas, and solutions are far-fetched or “anti-Canadian.”

The current standard by which our governments and industry control, regulate, monitor, and subsidize their friends in resource industries is as primitive, reckless, and lazy as Mr. Seguin’s thinking.

Brandon Gabriel, Kwantlen First Nation

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development interests and changes the East Langley pipe route from 64th to 52nd Avenue.

2013 and early 2014 – the Township plans to drill under the river from the bottom of the ravine, although directional drilling from the top of the bank, as was done for the water line to TWU, would leave the ravine and the river intact.

April 2014 – A report from Engineering made no mention of destabilizing banks by removing trees and running heavy equipment, or a protected tributary and Pacific water shrew wetland habitat that will be destroyed. There is no proper analysis of the true cost.

Summer and fall 2014 – Residents were promised

there would be only a 15metre working zone down the banks of the river. The working zone, much wider than promised, caused extensive damage to the bank. When drilling became difficult, the Township intruded within a 30-metre no-go zone. The backfilled area is now unstable.

Attempts by the community to alert the Township to problems at the site were met with inappropriate and combative responses.

It is clear the Township has no plan for rehabilitating the area. No one else would be allowed to ignore the known no-go zone or start a project ignoring protected streams and habitat while not having any firm plans in place for rehabilitation or compensation.

Meanwhile, the environmental personnel at the Township are AWOL, letting this environmental mayhem spiral out of control.

The Township has much to answer for.

Doug McFee, Langley

Bus loop rat hole for fiends

Dear Editor, The bus loop on Logan Avenue is nothing more than a disgusting rat hole that has become patronized by young dope fiend punks who have nothing better to do but deal drugs in broad daylight and prey on innocent people if no one else is around.

They also spend their days smoking crack outside the casino, an ugly building which has contributed to Langley’s downfall as a once-peaceful town.

A while ago, my eyes caught the attention of some lowlife degenerates on the bus who were up to no good. I could tell these punks were sick in the head, seeing as they kept spitting on the floor and threatening the driver when he ordered them to get off the bus. The idiots swore at the driver and threatened to beat him up while he was on the phone with transit security.

It is the police’s responsibility to ensure that each citizen feels safe in his own neighbourhood.

TransLink should also be held accountable for all kinds of activity that occurs on their properties.

People who commute to school and work each day are fed up with having to look over our shoulders for degenerates in every nook and cranny.

Mike Brian, Surrey

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Country FUNdraiser boosts Basics for Babies The 2014 BC Country Music Female Vocalist of the Year will be one of the artists performing at a JRfm charity event Sunday at the Langley Events Centre.

WHAT BASICS FOR BABIES NEEDS MOST

Cash – Food Banks BC has three times the buying power compared to regular consumers because they buy directly from the supplier. Diapers – especially sizes 4, 5 & 6. Formula – including soy-based due to allergies.

Also: diaper cream, baby shampoo, baby wipes, baby food, baby cereal, and pacificers.

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unday’s Basics for Babies charity event at the Langley Events Centre aims to put the “fun” in fundraiser.

It’s called the Basics for Babies FUNdraising Day, presented by Maple Ridge Chrysler and JRfm, and admission is by donation of cash and/or baby food and supplies such as diapers, formula, and wipes. Only new items will be accepted.

Looking forward to this Sunday is 2014 BC Country Music Female Vocalist of the Year Karen Lee Batten, whose latest album, Cause a Scene, hit No. 1 in Canadian album sales and currently boasts three radio singles.

The Langley resident will be one of a host of performers who’ll hit the stage for the cause.

Batten is scheduled to perform at 11 a.m.

“This is always a favourite for everyone, and truly an awesome time to give back to the ones who can’t afford [to buy baby food and items] at this time of year,” said Batten, who added that “there is going to be some amazing artists there… some you know about, some you may t

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Country music artist Karen Lee Batten brought her canine companion Lulu with her for a photo shoot at the Langley Events Centre, to help promote the JRfm Basics for Babies FUNdraising Day happening at the LEC this Sunday, Dec. 14. Admission is by donation of cash and/or new baby clothes, food, and supplies such as diapers, formula, and wipes. not. I can’t wait to see everyone there, and don’t forget to bring something for the cause.” he day kicks off with a pancake breakfast at 9 a.m.

Served by members of the Township of Langley Firefighters Charitable Society, the cakes will be dished out until the cooks run out of batter. For the pancake breakfast, there are a maximum of 400 plates served.

Accompanying the pancakes are sausages courtesy of Hopcott Meats.

The celebration, featuring live performances by Batten,

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Barbara Beam, Docc Andrews and JaXon Hawks, as well as The JRfm Waking Crew will be broadcasting live on location.

The Bands on the Run (Blackjack Billy, Doc Walker and The Road Hammers) will swing by to meet fans and sign autographs from 1 to 2 p.m., and Santa will be available for pictures.

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The Basics for Babies FUNdraising Day is part of a hectic schedule for Batten, who’ll be balancing business with pleasure in the final days of 2014.

She just announced the official radio release of her third single Stronger, off Cause a Scene.

“This song is empowering to me. It truly is one of those songs that makes me say, ‘Get up, put

one foot in front of the other, grab a drink and keep going.

You are stronger than that,’” Batton said about Stronger.

On Dec. 23 she’ll be performing Stronger and many of her other hits at the Railway Club in Vancouver, with Danielle Marie opening the show.

Next up is a New Year’s Eve bash at the Dakota Dunes Casino Saskatoon, where Batten will be sharing the stage with Mark Chestnutt to help ring in 2015.

“He’s such a great artist,” Batten said, of Chestnutt. “His fans love him and I’m sure this will be one of those gigs I’ll never forget.”

And, in the first few months of 2015, Batten’s focus will be on writing new songs.

“December always seems to be a blink, and come January I love sitting down, finally, at home with a pencil and paper and seeing what the past brings to the present,” she said. “It’s a good time to do that.” > Read more at www.langleyadvance.com

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allerina Sophie Lee is back on stage in Vancouver, this being her second production of the Nutcracker in as many years with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet.

The 21-year-old who was born in South Korea and lived and trained as a dancer in Langley starred as the fearless female heroine Clara back in 2012.

Now Lee is back, and is expected to steal the show again, this time performing as a soloist in the Canadian rendition of the famous Christmas story.

The young, up-and-coming dancer started at Langley’s Cameron Academy of Classical Dance prior to joining Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s professional school division – an honour among dancers – at age 14.

Lee graduated from the school in 2010, following a year in its aspirant program before being invited into the company as a corps member.

“We are thrilled to present the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, one of Canada’s leading ballet companies, in this iconic Canadian version of the delightful Christmas story, Nutcracker,” said Ballet BC’s Artistic Director Emily Molnar.

She noted that 70 aspiring young dancers from about 20 Lower Mainland dance schools are also performing in the show.

“This marks the first opportunity for these young dancers to perform with a professional ballet compan,” Molnar said.

The Canadian dance troupe is performing the Nutcracker this weekend at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.

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The First Capital Chorus annual Christmas concert in support of the Langley Christmas Bureau is a hot ticket – for the performers.

Acts want to take part in the concert this Saturday.

“They’re asking us now,” said Gord Harris, one of the organizers.

“There’s a line up of people who want to do this.”

Joining the First Capital Chorus and its quartets for this fundraising show will be the Langley Children’s Choir, the Opus One Women’s Choir, the

Langley Concert Band, the 2014 Christmas Community Chorus, and the Peace Arch Sweet Adelines.

The concert is Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. in Langley’s Willoughby Christian Reformed Church, 20525 72nd Ave. The audience will have a chance to add to the musical evening.

“There will be a sing-along,” Harris said. “You’ve gotta have that.”

The First Capital Chorus has been performing its annual Christmas concert to benefit the Langley Christmas Bureau for two decades.

The concert tickets are the source of funding that is donated to the Christmas bureau.

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from last year’s concert.

Harris noted that people don’t bring toys or gifts to this event. Any donations of more than $25 qualify for a tax receipt.

The tickets are $20 for general admission, and $15 for seniors and students.

Tickets are at Auld Philips, 20550 Fraser Highway, Beach Basket Giftware, 8850 Walnut Grove Dr., and Westland Insurance, 4075 200th St. People can also call Harris at 604-530-4795 to arrange will-call tickets.

First Capital Chorus members Mike Wilcox, Gord Harris, Bill Findlay and Leigh Henderson, who also perform at the Syncromesh Quartet, never fail to offer seasonal songs when they stop by the Langley Christmas Bureau with First Capital’s annual donation.

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Making spirits bright Kwantlen’s Gail Suderman joins Good Noise choir in sellout shows.

Kaylee Harwood (right) is back home, at least for the time being, to perform as Lady Bug in the Carousel Theatre for Young People’s current production of James and the Giant Peach, running until Jan. 4 at the Waterfront Theatre on Granville Island.

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gospel choir led by Kwantlen Polytechnique University’s Gail Suderman set a new record, selling out two of its three upcoming holiday shows weeks ahead.

The Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir presents its Making Spirits Bright concert Friday and Saturday evening at the Christ Cathedral in Vancouver, then Sunday in Richmond.

“For many, the holiday season brings some stress as well as plenty of celebration. Our concerts address both of these: by being an antidote for the former and catalyst for the latter. There is Gail Suderman simply no way to sit still or not smile Kwantlen instructor while listening to the infectious, glorious sounds of gospel,” said Suderman, who is the director of voice and choral at Kwantlen’s Langley campus.

Tickets are still available for the 3 p.m. Sunday show, at brownpapertickets.com or 1-800-838-3006.

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Lady bug visit foreshadows casting Kaylee Harwood loves her role as an insect.

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his summer, just days before Kaylee Harwood was approached about taking on a role in the Carousel Theatre for Young People’s production of James and the Giant Peach,

she was sitting on her deck in Niagara, watching a few ladybugs dancing amid her sunflowers.

“It turned out to be a bit of a talisman that those ladybugs appeared on my porch just as I got the offer for the role as Lady Bug,” she said.

Harwood took it as a positive sign, and said her experience – from intense rehearsals through the month of November to to the first few productions of James in the past week – as a Lady Bug has been “tremendous.”

James made its Vancouver premiere on Saturday at the Waterfront Theatre on Granville Island, telling the whimsical story of James Trotter, who is swept away on an extraordinary journey with an unlikely contingent of insect friends.

Tickets to see Harwood and the rest of the James and the Giant Peach cast are available at 604-6856217 or at carouseltheatre.ca > Read more online at www.langleyadvance.com

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You probably have the mophead type, and they need the old flowerheads to help protect the new buds below from frost.

You can remove the old flower heads in early spring. Just cut them down as far as the first two strong, healthy-looking buds.

It’s best to take out any stems that are really skinny or dead, damaged, or diseased.

Mophead hydrangeas are said to be hardy down to zone 6, but in some areas of the Fraser Valley we have had temperatures close to zone 5, possibly right into zone 5 in valley bottoms.

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Plastic bubble wrap and healthy, even if protects roots in pots, your hydrangeas out but growth above in the garden are mopground needs to be heads. wrapped if the potted If the top growth is palm is to be where truly dead, just cut there’s no extra heat. all the stems to the If it’s in the garden, ground. New stems you need to mulch will emerge when the the roots deeply. The weather warms up in mulch should be at spring. least 30 centimetres But don’t expect (123 inches) deep, and flowers this coming ANNE MARRISON even more is okay. year. Those new stems Leaves are best, but will need a year to they should be wired down so that produce buds. they don’t blow around.

If any of your garden hydranIf you have enough leaves, you geas are the lace-cap type, could also protect the stem and top you’ll have no problem. with leaves by fastening a wire fence Lace-caps like cold around your palm and filling it with winters. leaves right to the top. Farm stores Dear Anne, sell wire. Fencing wire might do, but “I was wonderchicken wire comes in much taller ing how to protect heights, and is easier to work with my palm from the because it’s more bendable. cold weather. It is If you don’t have leaves, you in my backyard should use bark mulch, and you facing south.” could wrap the stem with several Jim Edwards, layers of burlap.

Coquitlam It’s important that the wrap be f your palm is burlap, because it lets in a little air in a pot, it’s and prevents moisture from building best to bring up and causing mould or rot. it inside away from Gently close the leaves around the cold winds. This central growth shoot, and wrap all could be in your home, that with burlap, too.

You could put a sheet or blanket a garage, carport or even a garden shed where it could over the top at night, for extra protection. get some natural light.

It’s possible to get flat stands with wheels. They make it much easier to Anne Marrison is happy to answer gardening questions. Ask at amarrison@shaw.ca move pots.

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“I have three well-established hydrangeas – one in a pot and two in the garden. The last cold spell hurt them, as they have turned brown and look dead.

“Can I cut them down, and if so, how far and when? I have never pruned them, and they have come back better than ever the next year, but they do look awful right now.”

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Christmas Recipes Christmas Trees Christmas Deals Start your own holiday tradition.

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Township

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www.tol.ca

Page

Recreation, Culture, and Parks

Join us for these December delights!

Holiday Programs (cont)

Swimming

Swim & Gym sponsored by Westminster Savings Credit Union Sun Dec 21 WCB 2:00 - 4:00pm

All ages

Holiday Wonders (during Public Swim) Various days Dec 22-24, 26, 29-31, Jan 2 WCB & WGC 1:00 - 3:00pm

All ages

Free

Regular admission rates apply.

Holiday Programs Register at RecExpress.ca Holiday Traditions Sat AKC

18 mos-5 yrs + parent

Dec 20 10:30am - 12:00pm

ARTventures Mon-Wed WCB Story Science Mon-Wed, Fri WCB WeeVentures Mon-Wed WBY Mon-Wed, Fri WBY

1/$15.75 3-5 yrs

Dec 22-24 9:00 - 11:30am

3/$48.75 3-5 yrs

Dec 29-Jan 2 9:00 - 11:30am

4/$54

Junior Sportsmania Mon-Wed Dec 22-24 WBY 9:00am - 3:00pm Mon-Wed, Fri WBY Santa’s Li’l Helpers Various Days WGC

3/$32.50 or 1/$11

4/$43.25 or 1/$11

Dec 29-Jan 2 9:00 - 3:00pm Dec 19-23 5:00 - 9:00pm

1/$15.75

Dec 29 - Jan 2 9:00 - 3:00pm

6-12 yrs 3/$86.25 or 1/$28.75 4/$115 or 1/$28.75

Senior Sportsmania Mon-Wed Dec 22-24 WBY 9:00am - 3:00pm

WGC

3/$86.25 or 1/$28.75

6-12 yrs

Holiday Happenings Mon-Wed, Fri Dec 22-24, 29-31, Jan 2 WGC 9:00am - 3:00pm

UN-Plugged Various Days

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Visit tol.ca/events for information.

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LCM

LANGLEY CENTENNIAL MUSEUM 9135 King Street 604.532.3536

WCB

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WGC

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WBY

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WBK

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Recreation, Culture, and Parks General Inquiries: 604.533.6086

Langley Family Christmas

LangleyAdvance A local pharmacy carried “Helena Rubenstein Precious Gifts that flatter every woman.” They range in price from $2.75 for the Sea Jewel Perfumette to $5 for the Fragrant Passengers gift set - “Exquisite cologne, body powder set… in Heaven Sent, White Magnolia, Apple Blossom Time.” The ad is from 1954.

Thursday, December 11, 2014 B3 The Langley Advance front cover of Dec. 10, 1931, encouraged people to get their holiday shopping done. This was a couple of years into the Great Depression and a time when Sunday shopping was considered sacrilege.

Langley Advance microfilm files

Langley Advance microfilm files

From the Langley Advance, Nov. 25, 1954 on special community wide Christmas sales promotions.

Langley Advance microfilm files

Oh, how Christmas has changed!

The Langley Advance started a couple of years into the Great Depression and a look back shows how Christmas was recorded for posterity.

A hunt through back editions shows there were few Christmas articles in the 1930s papers and during the 1940s – generally only items about Christmas events by the Women’s Institute or a sports club.

By the 1950s, there were lots of local merchants working together on promotional campaigns but still few Christmas-related articles.

Some recipes started to turn up in holiday editions so we present some from years gone by as well as a some Christmas ads.

Langley Advance, December 1954 Langley Advance microfilm files

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From Our Family to Yours At JD Farms, we produce fresh, wholesome, turkey products that are free of antibiotics and animal by-products – a healthy choice for your family.

Visit our Deli & Bistro in Langley on the corner of 248th and 52nd Street, or visit our website to find a JD Farms turkey retailer near you!

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Years ago, the Langley Advance published the Aldergrove Optimist. The above recipe and the one on the right date from the Dec. 22, 1949, edition.

For Great Recipe Ideas Visit

www.jdfarms.ca

24726 - 52nd Avenue, Langley, BC, Phone: 604-856-2431 Open Monday - Saturday 9 am - 6 pm / Sundays 10 am - 5 pm

The Langley Advance published pieces on the Women’s Page by Ida Bailey Allen, an American writer with more than 50 cookbooks to her credit between 1917 and 1973. This piece ran in December 1955.

Langley Advance files

Christmas Gift Certificates

STUDIOS

ART LESSONS

Children & Adults

T 604.539.0133 WINYOURWISHLIST.CA

www.theartschool.com

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How times and tastes have changed. Langley’s rural roots meant people ate more organ meats, and that meant finding interesting ways to serve meats such as tongue. The December 1955 edition featured this festive recipe.

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Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet Terry Fullerton on the Casavant Pipe Organ Featured in:

May Your Christmas be Merry and

A Christmas Concert

Monday, December 15, 7:30

Langley Canadian Reformed Church 21804 52 Ave, Langley $15 per adult. $10 per senior/student Children 12 and under free Tickets available at the door Or call 604-530-7612 to reserve

25 &

%

off All Red Tag Items Accessories

*Some exclusions apply. See in-store for details. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Sale ends December 31.

100 5499 192 Street, Surrey 604.576.8733 ǀ Mon - Fri 9 - 5.30 www.designlighting.ca

All proceeds to be donated to:

Proud Sponsor of the VSO Brass Quintet and Terry Fullerton Christmas Concert

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Langley Family Christmas

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Bring in this ad to receive a complete pair of single vision glasses* for only $69.

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SEASONS GREETINGS!

Better Together

Find Langley’s hidden gem The White Pearl Cafe, which takes its name from the birthstone of owner

soups, homemade sauces, fresh

at 20436 Fraser Highway and you’ll find

Sadia Rahim’s daughter, opened in

sandwiches and homemade pastries.

this little gem at unit 107. It’s open 8 a.m.

March 2014, and has been busy serving

“Everything we make is from scratch,”

to 5 p.m. seven days per week (with the

Langley ever since. Sadia, in addition to

she emphasizes. Everyday out of the

only closure on December 25).You can

having worked in restaurants, has

ovens come new batches of cinnamon

also reach the cafe at 604-510-7776.

16 years of business experience.The

buns, cakes and pastries, their delicious

Sadia says a website is in development

cafe offers up homemade food, which

made from scratch donuts and other

(although online food sites are racking

has increasingly become a novelty in

delights.“We also have French press

up lots of positive reviews for the cozy

the age of processed foods, fast foods

coffee when customers dine in,” Sadia

establishment!) and the cafe is now

and takeout everything.“I wanted to

adds. Customers wanting home cooking

offering catering.

have something different,” says Sadia.

are finding their way to the restaurant,

Customers look at the White Pearl

which in addition to its six tables, offers

Stop by today for a taste of homemade!

Cafe menu to find hearty breakfasts

FREE 2 LITER

COKE BEVERAGE

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604-776-3333

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#3-2582 Mt. Lehman Rd., Abbotsford

CHRISTMAS SALE!

MANY ITEMS UP TO 50% OFF!

takeout.

Great Scrubs and Gifts for your Healthcare Professional!

GREEK STYLE!

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TWO LARGE PIZZAS 3 TOPPING TWO MEDIUM PIZZAS 3 TOPPING

The White Pearl Cafe is tucked in

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DINNER MUSIC 9 PM SEATING

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www.cvoh.ca | #101-20611 Fraser Highway, Langley | 604-510-5142 *Purchase from a select group of frames. Price includes single-vision lenses. Other lenses, lense enhancements and multi-focals are extra. Cannot be combined with any other offer or on readers or non-prescriptionsunglasses. + If you find a lower advertised price on an in-stock new identical item from an Authorized Canadian dealer, now or within 14 days of your purchase, just show us the price and we will match it. See in-store for details.

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• Smoked wild salmon • Live B.C. oysters

Open 7 days a week.

Valley Pharmacy Ltd. Operating As Valley Everygreen Pharmacy

With more than 600 unique shops, services, restaurants and attractions located in our beautiful downtown, there’s always something new and fascinating to discover in Downtown Langley.

Entertaining made easy with our holiday favourites.

• Maple bacon wrapped scallops • House-made crab cakes

Thursday, December 11, 2014 B7

BEST GREEK RESTAURANT 12 YEARS IN A ROW!

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Hours: Monday - Sunday 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

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Satisfying uniform customers for 15 yrs

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White Pearl Cafe

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Dark Fruitcake

Fruit cake is a staple of Christmas, moreso in decades past. This recipe was positioned beside a Safeway ad for another staple of the holidays – chocolate – along with prices to make the mouth water. This page dates from December 1964.

Delicious traditional Christmas Cake, made by hand, from scratch, with no chemicals or preservatives does not require refrigeration.

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Christmas is coming!

Cookies, Stollen, Lebkuchen and Plum Pudding Available

Sweet Thea Bakery • 604-533-3603 203 - 20540 Duncan Way, Langley Open 8am – 4:30 pm Monday – Saturday

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The Langley Advance started regularly publishing Christmas recipe sections a few decades years ago. Muriel Arnason was one of the recipe contributors back in 2004.

Langley Family Christmas

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Thursday, December 11, 2014 B9

Fernridge Christmas Tree Forest Free Hot Chocolate & Candy Canes

2828 — 208 Street, Langley

2

www.fernridgechristmastreeforest.ca

Fraser - Noble - Grand - Douglas Fir OPEN Daily 9am - 9pm

Trees up to 12’ height / U-Cut & Pre-Cut

from Nov 29 — Dec 24

Start your Family Tradition & cut your tree from the Forest

Phone 604-530-8759

1

5

3

1 Oh Christmas Tree Farm

21858 Maxwell Cr., Langley

2 Art’s Nursery

8940 192 St., Surrey 3 Fernridge Christmas Tree Forest 2828 - 208 St., Langley

BUY A TREE & HELP A CHILD

SATURDAY DECEMBER 13 at participating locations

$2 FROM EVERY CHRISTMAS TREE SOLD WILL BE DONATED TO

PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS: Willoughby #1 - 20255 64 Ave. Langley 20151 Fraser Hwy. Walnut Grove 8840 210 St.

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Fine time to talk of gadgets

D

ue to a couple of revelations I have had with my food processor recently, I thought it would be appropriate to focus on kitchen gadgets and appliances that I find worthy. Also, with the holiday season approaching, you may find these recommendations helpful.

I usually opt for the manual alternative to kitchen prep CHEF DEZ – old-fashioned cutting by hand and elbow grease – but sometimes it is not always the best way.

Recently, my wife wanted to make a dish from her childhood that basically consists of layers of thinly sliced potatoes, carrots, and other vegetables. Those ingredients along with seasonings and chunks of sausage are cooked together to create a single pot casserole.

When it came time to prepare the dish, the die-hard chef in me reached for my knife, readying myself for the task at hand. “Why don’t we use the slicer attachment on our food processor?” exclaimed my wife.

After some convincing, I decided to give it a try, and was quite impressed with the uniform slices and ease of preparation.

To be honest, it was the first time in the 15 years that I owned this food processor that I actually used the slicer attachment.

I have also discovered (with subtle pressuring from my wife) that the regular blade of a food processor can also ease the preparation of finely chopping vegetables, as long as caution is used to prevent from pureeing them into oblivion.

A hand-powered kitchen appliance that I love is my all-in-one apple peeler, corer, and slicer. A lip on the edge of the counter is not necessary, as it simply suctions

to the surface with amazing strength. A single apple is pressed onto the hand-crank, and all tasks are completed with a number of circular revolutions – perfect to speed up pie/crumble making.

And the best part is that I purchased mine in brand new condition at a second hand store for only five dollars.

For small hand tool gadgets, there are a few that I simply cannot (or more correctly, would rather not) live without.

Olive pitter – This tool resembles a pair of spring-loaded pliers. It has a circular base to hold an olive on one of the ends, and a prod on the other. When squeezed together, the prod inserts into the olive and pushes the pit through the opposite side. It works great on cherries, too.

Garlic press – I have gone through many poorly made garlic presses in the past, but there is one brand that has never let me down. I highly recommend the Switzerland made Zyliss. I have crushed thousands of cloves with mine for the past six years, without fail.

Melon baller – Great for its intended purpose of creating bite-size balls of melon, but works just as well on cheeses and an assortment of fruits and vegetables. Caramelized balls of potato, for example, make an appealing side dish.

Although I do tend to be a bit stubborn when it comes to letting go of my knife skills for a gadget or appliance, the time saved in these circumstances is well worth the loss of Chef’s pride.

Cooking in Langley

Chef Dez is a food columnist and culinary instructor in the Fraser Valley. Visit him at www.chefdez.com. Send questions to dez@chefdez.com or to P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6R4

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Thursday, December 11, 2014 B11

FURRY FRIENDS

Make a special treat for kitty Which member of the family is most likely to be awake when Santa arrives? The pets.

SUBMITTED BY JAYNE NELSON LAPS animal welfare and shelter operations manager

Cheesy Cat Treats

Makes about 10 dozen 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt 1/4 cup cornmeal 5 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese A few tbsp water Preheat oven to 350º F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

While your oven is preheating, combine all the ingredients. Add water one tablespoon at a time until the dough sticks together.

Knead the dough into a ball and then roll it out to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces and bake for 25 minutes on prepared cookie sheet.

Refrigerate in sealed container.

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Francine has been in the shelter more than 300 days and is in need of a forever home.

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DESSERTS

Team owner scores with sweets

a shot or less of liquor (optional) in a cup top with grated nutmeg.

We keep liquor on the side, that way everyone can enjoy the eggnog doctored or not.

DENISE WATKINS

Owner of the Vancouver Stealth

English Toffee

This is the best English toffee... Our family traditionally makes this at Christmas time and we can’t get enough.

1 c butter 1 c sugar 1 t vanilla ½ c slivered almonds 1 c chocolate chips (semi sweet) ½ c sliced almonds Combine 1 c butter and 1 c sugar in pan stirring hard until melted. cook to hard crack – 320 degrees on a good candy thermometer. Add vanilla and 1/2 c almonds then spread on a 9 x 13-inch cookie sheet with a silicone sheet, or nonstick spray. Immediately top with chocolate chips and spread the melted chocolate. Top with remaining almonds. When cool, break into pieces. Keeps well in a plastic food container or tin for quite a while.

Orange Pumpkin Chiffon Pie Great Family Eggnog

6 egg whites beaten stiff with sugar 1 pint heavy cream beaten stiff with sugar 6 egg yolks 1 pint milk Sugar Vanilla Cognac or whiskey or bourbon Beat egg whites stiff with sugar to taste. Beat whipping cream stiff with sugar to taste.

Beat 6 egg yolks with 1 pint milk add sugar/vanilla to taste. Fold together all three bowls. Serve with

Filling: Combine one envelope unflavored gelatin, ½ cup sugar, ½ t salt, ½ t cinnamon, ½ t nutmeg, and ¼ t ginger in a saucepan. Blend in 2 egg yokes and 1 ½ t grated orange rind. Add 1 c evaporated milk, blend. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened.

Chill until mixture just begins to set and is barely cool. Stir in one 1 lb. canned pumpkin. Set aside.

Beat 2 egg whites until stiff.

Gradually add 1/2 c sugar, continuing to beat until stiff and glossy.

Fold into pumpkin mixture.

Prebake pie shell at 450 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Spoon into pie shell.

Chill until set.

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A18 Thursday, December 11, 2014 Langley’s best guide for what’s happening around town.

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Journeying through the holidays The Langley Hospice Society has its annual memorial event where people can commemorate their deceased loved ones. The Dec. 11 event at 20660 48 Ave. features a candle ceremony, slideshow and commemmorative ritual followed by refreshments. Starts at 6:30 pm.

Sign up in advance by contacting Shivani or Devan at 604-530-1115, or adultgriefsupport@langleyhospice.com.

Dec. 17

Wine and Cheese and AGM Langley Together (previously the Non-Profit Chamber of Langley) has an event 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Dec. 17 at Chartwell Renaissance Retirement Residence, 6676 203 St. Complimentary wine and cheese with bannock to mark three years of the organization. Followed by the annual

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Brookswood Library 20045 40th Ave. 604-534-7055 City of Langley Library 20399 Douglas Cres. 604-514-2855 Art Critiques the last Monday of each month Are you developing your talent as an artist? Bring a piece of art to be discussed and interpreted by fellow participants, as well as by an experienced art facilitator. Pre-registration required. Call ahead to confirm. 7 p.m.

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❆ Gifts for Kids: The Langley Christmas Bureau booth

at the Willowbrook Shopping Centre is staffed with volunteers Dec. 1-15. Drop off new, unwrapped gifts for children ages birth to 18 or chat with the volunteers for ideas of what’s needed most. Info: www.langleychristmasbureau.com. ❆ Charity gift wrapping: The Willowbrook Shopping Centre Charity Gift Wrap Centre raises fund for the Langley School District Foundation. 100 per cent of the proceeds go to the foundation. The centre is open Dec. 5-24 during regular mall hours and is on the north side of the mall. Prices start at $3, and all wrap, ribbon, tissue, and bags are eco-friendly. Info: www.shopwillowbrook.com and www.langleyschooldistrictfoundation. com. ❆ Caroling: Langley City, Southgate Church, Southridge Church, Brookswood Baptist Church and Christian Life Assembly have organized free singing in McBurney Plaza. 6-7:30 p.m. on Dec. 12, 13, 18 and 19. Info: events@langleycity.ca or call 604-514-2940. ❆ Story and crafts: Young children and caregivers enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft with a holiday theme on Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. in the Brookswood Library. Sign up in advance. ❆ Christmas Puppet Show: For the kids, there’s an afternoon of Christmas stories, songs and a puppet show 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Dec. 10 at the Murrayville Library.

Sign up in advance. ❆ Story and crafts: Young children and caregivers enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft with a holiday theme on Dec. 10 at 2:30 p.m. in the Fort Langley Library.

Sign up in advance. ❆ Legion appy night and bake sale: Head to the Royal Canadian Legion Langley Branch on the evening of Dec. 12 the Ladies Auxiliary bake sale, appy night and Christmas carol sing-a-long. ❆ Christmas in Aldergrove: Dec. 13 is packed with activities in Aldergrove. The Aldergrove Elks Children’s Christmas Celebration is 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the OAP Hall on 273rd Street and 30th Avenue. Free. Treats, photos with Santa, kids activities and entertainment. The Christmas Light Up Parade starts at 6 p.m. on Fraser Highway with hot chocolate stations along the parade route. Watch for Ottergrove Girl Guides collecting nonperishable food donations along the parade route. The Aldergrove Business Association hosts an after-parade event with entertainment and family activities until 8 p.m. at the Extra Foods parking lot. ❆ Christmas Festival: The public is invited to the first festival at Willoughby Town Centre to enjoy live entertainment such as Cole Armour, dancers, horse and carriage rides, a gingerbread house competition, Christmas-themed petting zoo, hot chocolate, Santa, a Christmas tree farm and more. Dec. 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 208th Street and 880th Avenue. ❆ Pet photos with Santa: The Tisol pet store has photos being taken for donations to Paws of Hope, a Burnaby animal welfare organization. Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 3 pm., 20645 Langley Bypass. ❆ Charity Boot Camp: Take part in a boot camp type workout Dec. 14 with Body Buster Fitness Boot Camp and help the Langley Christmas Bureau. All fitness levels welcome. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. RSVP to Langley@BodyBusterFitness. com. Takes place 6:15-6 p.m. at Sharon United Church, 21562 Old Yale Rd. The cost is a donation of money or unwrapped new toys or clothing for kids up to age 18. ❆ Images of Adoration by Pepper Choplin: St. Dunstan’s choir presents the Christmas Story in word and song followed by refreshments in the church hall. Admission by donation. Dec. 14, 7 p.m., 3025 264th St. ❆ Santa and Mrs. Claus: The Jolly Ol’ Elf and Mrs. Claus will read ’Twas the Night Before Christmas and lead carol singing. Bring a camera, and get a photo of the kids with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Enter the draw for a children’s Christmas book. Free. Dec. 16, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Muriel Arnason Library, #130-20338 65th Ave. ❆ Hospital gift shop: The Langley Memorial Hospital Auxiliary gift shop sale is on to Dec. 18. Open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays and holidays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Listings are free and run only during the holidays, and are at the discretion of the editor. Items must be submitted at least 10 days prior to the publication date. Christmas fun appears in print editions and at www. langleyadvance.com. Submit details to hcolpitts@langleyadvance.com.

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ATHLETICS

TWU athletes win B.C. awards

Trinity Western University had an outstanding night at the annual BC Athletics awards banquet, as four of its studentathletes were presented with awards.

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HOCKEY

Rivermen play twice at LEC The Langley Rivermen have a busy weekend ahead of them. On Friday, the junior A squad hosts the Cowichan Valley Capitals and on Saturday, the Surrey Eagles come to town. Start times for both the Dec. 12 and 13 games are 7 p.m. at the Langley Events Centre.

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LACROSSE

Eight players cut from Stealth

With the National Lacrosse League season fast approaching, the Langleybased Vancouver Stealth have reduced their pre-season roster by eight players.

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Diaper toss on tap Saturday Bring diapers and make a difference at the Langley Rivermen game on Saturday.

During Basics For Babies night at the Langley Events Centre, fans who bring unopened packages will receive two-forone entry. When the Rivermen score their first goal of the game, fans can toss the diapers on the ice. All diapers and donations will go to Basics for Babies.

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’94 ’Nucks to play for charity at GPRC Langley Knights owner/GM/head coach John Craighead is organizing an alumni game involving his Knights and the Vancouver Canucks’ alumni, set for Jan. 4 in Brookswood.

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liff Ronning, Kirk McLean, Dave Babych, Jyrki Lumme and their teammates are in for a stern test on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015, at the George Preston Recreation Centre.

Four key members of the 1994 Stanley Cup finalist Vancouver Canucks squad will grace the ice again, this time as members of the Canucks’ alumni.

Most of the players they’ll be be skating against are 30 years their junior, as the alumni take on the Langley Knights in a fundraiser benefiting Sophie’s Place.

The man behind the game is Knights owner, general manager, and head coach John Craighead, who saw exhibition action with the Canucks in 2002 as part of a 16-year career that saw him play for 16 teams spanning eight leagues and four countries.

In 1996, six years before he pulled on a Canucks sweater, Craighead played five regular season games with another iconic Canadian team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, posting 10 penalty minutes. Five of those minutes came after he fought Canucks’ then tough-guy Donald Brashear at Maple Leaf Gardens.

Even though Craighead played for the Leafs in the regular season, memories from his exhib-

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This season, Langley Knights owner/general manager/head coach John Craighead brought junior hockey back to the George Preston Recreation Centre after a five year hiatus. On Sunday, Jan. 4 at the GPRC, the junior B Knights will taking on their coach, Craighead, and the Vancouver Canucks alumni in a charity game benefiting Sophie’s Place. Inset – Playing NHL pre-season games in 2002 as a member of the Vancouver Canucks was a boyhood dream come true for lifelong Canucks’ fan John Craighead. ition games as a Canuck are the ones he cherishes most.

They were, after all, his boyhood idols.

“To me, that was a dream,” Craighead said, of his brief time playing with the Canucks, before he was sent down to play for Vancouver’s then AHL-affiliate, the Manitoba Moose. With the Moose, he tallied 15 points in 47 games in 2002/03.

“It was a little bit surreal at the time, looking back, now. It was a long road, and I’m just very fortunate to even have had a cup of coffee with the organ-

ization, and sign the contract and be initiated into the alumni group.”

As a member of the Canucks’ alumni, Craighead, 43, has taken part in events around B.C. to benefit a variety of charities.

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Rivermen rookie leads charge in big win over Eagles couple goals that we’d like to have back but I thought the guys competed hard.

The tank was a little bit empty from the weekend – the rest will be good for these guys.”

The Rivermen capitalized on Surrey’s penalty trouble as the Rivermen went to the man advantage nine times and scored twice, both in the second period. Kevan Kilistoff scored his team-leading 13th goal of the season and Udahl completed his hat trick with a power play marker, which ended up being the game winner.

dates to note

Offices at the Township of Langley Civic Facility and Operations Centre will be closed from December 25 to January 4 for the holiday season.

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Fraser Valley Phantom Midget AAA Female Hockey Sun Dec 21 11:00am vs. West Coast Avalanche

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Season’s Greetings from the Township of Langley!

During the holidays, our Township facilities will be operating under nonstandard hours.

The Operations Centre and departments within the Civic Facility will be closed from Wednesday, December 24 at 4:30pm to Sunday, January 4 inclusive and will reopen with regular hours on Monday, January 5.

For detailed holiday hours for all Township facilities, including recreation and community centres, please visit tol.ca.

public notice Recreation Input Requested Have an idea for a new recreation program?

Call and let us know what you think. We want to hear from you.

Recreation, Culture, and Parks 604.533.6086

road closure Temporary Full Road Closure: 52 Avenue between 236 Street and 237 Street A temporary, full road closure will take place from Monday, December 8 until Sunday, January 4 on 52 Avenue between 236 Street and 237 Street to complete water valve chamber construction for the East Langley Water Supply project.

Signed detour routes will be in effect. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes and to plan extra time to reach their destination safely. Work schedule may be adjusted and some work is weather dependent.

52 Avenue closed from 236 Street to 237 Street

The Customer Service desk at the Civic Facility will be open to answer questions, address general concerns, and accept deliveries on Monday, December 29; Tuesday, December 30; Wednesday, December 31; and Friday, January 2, from 8:30am - 4:30pm.

All the best for a happy holiday season, and we look forward to serving you in the New Year.

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Christmas in Williams Park: The Celebration Is On!

Come celebrate the holidays with your family and friends in a magical setting during the 24th Annual Christmas in Williams Park. A Scenic Drive will be offered and guests are invited to view a spectacular show of lights as they drive through the park in the comfort of their own vehicles.

Dates: Time:

Thursday, December 11 to Sunday, December 21 5 - 9 pm

Location: Williams Park 238 Street and 68 Avenue This family event is made possible through the hard work of volunteers, the Christmas in Williams Park Organizing Committee, Christmas in Williams Park Society, the Township of Langley, and through the generous support of many local service clubs and businesses.

Donations are gratefully accepted to help cover display maintenance costs.

Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division 604.533.6086

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“There was a definitely a weight taken off my back,” Udahl said. “I was one of the only guys who hadn’t scored. It’s kind of tough to keep your confidence up that way and it’s nice to have the confidence now.”

“After they got the first two [goals], we got down a little bit,” said Rivermen defenceman Dom Masellis, who scored a goal in the win. “Bobby got us fired up.

He knew what we had to do to get back in the game and he let us know after the first intermission. We got back to it and got the win.”

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Rookie Erik Udahl scored a hat trick and Ben Butcher assisted twice as the Langley Rivermen came from behind to defeat the Surrey Eagles 7-4 in B.C. Hockey League action Tuesday at the Langley Events Centre.

The Rivermen got off to a slow start, giving up the game’s first two goals less than eight minutes into the game.

Langley answered back thanks to a pair of first period goals from Udahl as the hosts trailed 3-2 after the first period.

“These games can get away from you,” Udahl said. “It’s difficult to rise to the situation because sometimes you just think you’re going to win. The goals just came to me and I was lucky enough to put them in the back of the net.”

“I thought we responded well after getting down early,” Rivermen head coach Bobby Henderson said. “There was a

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Langley erased an early two-goal deficit to down the struggling Surrey Eagles.

Curbside Collection Services in Winter Conditions

When winter conditions such as snow and ice affect curbside collection services, please ensure your bins are still visible. Leave your garbage, recycling, and Green Can outside – the contractor will do its best to pick up the material before the end of the day.

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The swimming pool at W.C. Blair will be closed for annual maintenance from Monday, December 1 to Sunday, December 14 inclusive. The pool will reopen at 6am on Monday, December 15.

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Weight Room/Cardio Room Hours of Operation – Monday, December 1 to Sunday, December 14: Monday to Friday, 6am - 8 pm Saturday and Sunday, 8am - 8pm Please see tol.ca/calendars for holiday facility hours.

Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division W.C. Blair Recreation Centre 604.533.6170

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Charity game made affordable

team captain/later head coach Orland Considering the cause, Craighead would Kurtenbach. Also part of the Canucks’ alumni team are Garth Butcher and Dave love nothing more than to see every seat Bruce. filled at the GPRC for the game.

The Knights – who boast a Pacific Tickets are $10 each.

If you want to watch the game and then Junior Hockey League, Harold Brittain Conference-best 14-10-1-1 record – are attend a full-catered banquet in a formal setting with the alumni and Knights after- led by anthem-singing team captain Levi De Waal and forwards Carson Rose and wards, those VIP tickets are $40 apiece.

Dylan McCann – all of “This gives you an whom are currently among opportunity to mingle CHARITY HOCKEY the league’s top 15 pointwith guys you would producers.

Langley Knights vs. never have a chance Craighead can’t wait to to mingle with,” Vancouver Canucks alumni play in the non-contact Craighead said.

• Where: George Preston contest.

Keeping the ticket Recreation Centre “I’m just as excited as prices lower, Craighead • When: Sunday, Jan. 4. the [Knights’] players are,” said, gives everyone a Craighead said. chance to experience an Autographs at 3 p.m., game time at 5 p.m.

Players such as Ronning, event that he believes • Tickets: at the GPRC or Lumme, and Babych will be fantastic. online at langleyknights.ca. “haven’t missed a beat,” “I didn’t want to he added. “They’re awemake it corporate; I some.” didn’t want to make it Fans will be treated to a where the average perpre-game “meet-and-greet” autograph sesson couldn’t afford to come to something sion beginning at 3 p.m., with the puckso wicked,” Craighead said. drop set for 5 and the post-game banquet “I think that making it reasonable, it beginning at 8:30. makes for a great Christmas present, or Tickets for the game or the banquet are stocking stuffer.” available through the Knights’ box office The Canucks squad will be coached on game days or online anytime by visitby a couple of NHL veterans: Dennis ing langleyknights.ca.

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The Eagles, who snapped a 16 game losing streak over the weekend, were unable to hang on to their early lead.

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Georgia Ellenwood and Braedon Dolfo were among the winners at the BC Athletics awards banquet.

Saturday, Dec. 6 was a banner day for the Langley Mustangs track and field team.

That night, a number of Mustangs athletes received awards at the annual BC Athletics awards banquet.

Heptathlete Georgia Ellenwood, based upon her seventh place finish at the world championships, was named the province’s top junior female athlete.

Steeplechaser Nic Colyn was named the top youth athlete while Braedon Dolfo, for the fifth year in a row, was awarded as B.C.’s top athlete with a disability.

Kevin Harrison, the longserving Mustangs coach, was tapped as the top junior development coach.

Others being recognized included Brittni Wolczyk (javelin) who was nominated for the top youth female as well as Tanika Dolfo (hammer throw),

Megan Champoux (hurdles), Hannah Morrison (hurdles), and Lauryn Cheung (pole vault) in the midget girls age group.

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Kydd took home the Jane Swan Memorial Trophy.

The trophy is presented to a volunteer for his or her long time service to junior development athletes in B.C.

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Hawk vs. Hawk: An H.D. Stafford Skyhawks ball

carrier found herself cornered by a pair of D.W. Poppy Redhawks defenders this past Friday during the SkyHawks Invitational Grade 8 girls basketball tournament, played last week at H.D. Stafford Middle School.

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Who.s in Aldergrove

The Aldergrove Legion has been part of this community since 1963. We now have 864 members of our Branch.

Our regular weekly events are as follows: Monday night is Dance Lessons from 7-9, Tuesday night is meat draw from 5-7, Euchre at 7with the L.A. in the kitchen 5-7, Wednesday is Karaoke from 7-11 and kitchen open from 6-8, Friday is Hold’Em at 7, Saturday is meat draw from 2 – 5 and dancing from 8:00-12:00, Sunday is dancing 5:00-9:00 with the kitchen open 5-7. We also host smorgasbords monthly with the L.A. on the first Friday and the Branch on the third Friday. We also have a hall that we use as is available for rent by our members and members in the community. This year donations from our Poppy Trust Fund have gone to assist local veterans in need and help support equipment and programs at Jackman Manor, Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Langley Memorial Hospital. Funds were also used to help support The Legion Service Dog program. Our executive committee members volunteer to have interesting events in a happy atmosphere for all our members and guests. Anyone can join the Legion and we are always looking for new members. Stop by and see what is happening at Your Branch!

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REGULAR LOUNGE EVENTS Sunday • Kitchen 5 to 7 Monday • Dance Lessons 7 to 9 Tuesday • Meat Draw from 5 to 7 • L.A. Kitchen 5 to 7 • Euchre at 7:00 Wednesday • Karaoke from 7 to 11 • Kitchen 6 to 8 Friday • Hold’Em at 7 Saturday • Meat Draw from 2 to 5

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COMMUNITY

Aldergrove adds dancing to Christmas Saturday is filled with festive holiday activities.

Dress up in winter gear and head to Aldergrove for the community’s big Christmas event, the annual Christmas Light Up Parade on Dec. 13 this year.

HEATHER COLPITTS hcolpitts@langleyadvance.com

Christmas Time’s a Comin’ is the theme for all the holiday fun in Aldergrove this Saturday and the day is devoted to fun.

“We’re all about celebrating as a community,” commented Aldergrove Agricultural and Festival Association president Karen Long. “And Christmas is just a perfect opportunity to come together.”

Family friendly fun

The day starts with the Aldergrove Elk’s 20th annual Community Children’s Christmas Celebration.

It takes place Dec. 13 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

And there’s lots to enjoy: entertainer Queen Elsa, Madam Butterfly with facial art, pictures with Santa, refreshments, the Disney movie Frozen and

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Some special guests take part in the annual Christmas Light Up Parade. a free draw for a child’s bike.

It’s all at the OAP Hall, corner of 273rd Street and 30th Avenue (one block south of Fraser Highway).

The children’s Christmas party is free to attend and is a way to get the kids in the Christmas spirit just before the community’s big holiday event starts.

A bright idea

Motorists will want to

find other routes on the evening of Dec. 13 as Fraser Highway will be cordoned off to allow for the community’s brightest event.

The 21st annual Christmas Light Up Parade goes east along Fraser Highway from 270th Street (near the Community Policing Office) to 273rd Street.

The start time is 6 p.m. and no matter the weather

this event always attracts lots of entries and lots of spectators. People stake out their viewing spots well in advance.

The Christmas Parade is sponsored by the Aldergrove Agricultural and Festival Association and Langley Township.

The merchants of Aldergrove provide hot chocolate stations along the route to keep spectators toasty.

Spectators can help others by bringing nonperishable food donations which will be picked up along the route for the food bank.

Long noted that there is still time to sign up right up until the start (there’s registration information and forms at the Aldergrove Agricultural and Festival Association website, www.aldergrovefairdays.com). Organizers will slot in late entries but there’s a special spot that’s always reserved.

The parade starts at 6 p.m. and always concludes with a special couple dressed in red.

Party isn’t over

Stick around after the parade for more family activities.

The Aldergrove Business Association is hosting events from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Head over to the parking lot by the Extra Foods on 272nd Street.

That’s where people will find the Township Spirit Stage, as well as doughnuts, hot dogs, popcorn, and hot chocolate.

Arranged for that evening are dance and music performances, including headliner Her Brothers (www.herbrothers.com).

Those attending have a bit of homework to get ready for the after party, if they choose.

There will be a flashmob and people can learn the dance moves online by going to this link (http:// www.youtube.com/ watch?v=UxuMnM

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Christmas Time’s a Comin’

Winter Programs Learn to Skate

6 classes starting Jan 9th Parent & Tot: 2 - 3 yrs. Ice Bunnies: 3 - 5 yrs. Super Skater: 6 - 12 yrs.

Private & Family Lessons

Saturday, December 13th

Public Skating Events

Aldergrove Arena Dec 22nd - 3:00-4:30pm Dec 26th - 1:30-3:00pm Dec 29th - 1:30-3:00pm George Preston Rec Center Dec 22nd- 1:30-3:00pm Dec 23rd - 4:30-6:00pm Dec 29th - 6:00-7:30pm Jan 2nd - 1:30-3:00pm

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• Drop-in Hockey • Drop-in Parent & Tot • Drop-in Stick & Puck • Public Skating: Wed., Sat., & Sun. • Friday Night Light Skating

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Corner of 273 St. & 30 Ave. 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Skate with Santa Dec 20 & 21 Christmas Eve skate Dec 24 Boxing Day skate Dec 26 New Years Eve Dec 31 Skate to Celebrate Jan 01

Special thanks to: Township of Langley, Save-on Foods, Safeway, Shoppers Drug Mart, Otter Co-op, Extra Foods, Sunrise Trailers, Langley Advance

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& Aldergrove Community Arena 2882 - 272 St., Aldergrove

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