Loving Local Magazine | ISSUE 2 | May 2017 by Loving Local

ISSUE 2 | MAY 2017

Loving Local began in June 2016, by husband and wife team, Stephanie and Randy Klaver. Both having an entrepreneurial spirit, they found themselves in the artisan community with their first business project together, “In a Jar.” Being makers themselves, they started connecting with other small shop owners and felt a tug in their hearts to help grow the shop local movement. With that spark, Loving Local caught flame during the planning of their first market, “Made in Chilliwack,” which took place in late June 2016. Since then, they’ve hosted a number of successful markets with vendor applications and shopper attendance numbers rising for each. They discovered a strong passion for serving their fellow small business owners and watching their businesses flourish. In addition to public markets and festivals, Loving Local is publishing this monthly magazine to provide a resource for all things local, all year. "Our goal is to create a collection of images and articles that would inspire you to live your life intentionally supporting your local community. The Fraser Valley is boasting with creative artisans, entrepreneurs, and professionals, and we’re very excited to shine a light on this talented community. This magazine isn't about the latest trends, what's hot this season, or what the celebrities are wearing; it's about people like you and me, supporting each other in business and in life. As you read and get to know the faces behind the brands, discover local gems, and places to explore - we hope that you enjoy the experience as much as we did creating it."

Table of Contents A Note from Loving Local: Hello Friends!

Behind the Brand | Mompreneurs Edition Featuring local #momboss brands: Tara Teng, Dear Loves Co., A Little Love Creative, and Isn't She Lovely

Community & Collaboration 13 Vintage inspired Mother's Day Brunch Farm to Table Recipes 16 Two simple recipes featuring locally sourced ingredients Spring Picnic Giveaway 18 Win a picnic basket filled with local goods DIY: Donut Bird Feeders 19 Fun to create, and fun to use! Explore Local | Sardis Park 20 Join us for a family-friendly day feeding the birds A Local Gem | Tracycakes Bakery & Cafe Get to know the #momboss behind this vintage-inspired tea shop

Market Calendar 24 A list of must-attend local markets & farmers markets throughout the Fraser Valley Directory 26 Your go-to resource for local businesses featured in this issue!

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The Team Behind The Magazine

Stephanie Klaver Co-Founder & Publisher Executive Editor

Randy Klaver Co-Founder & Publisher Production Manager

Jenna Montroy Style Editor

chaosandcreative. wordpress.com

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Welcome to the second issue of Loving Local, we’re so excited that you’ve picked it up! We want to send out a big thank you to everyone who sought out the first issue, sent kind and encouraging messages, and most importantly shared the local love with their friends and family! Watching this community of local supporters grow is what means the most, and for that we are incredibly grateful. Our goal is to create a collection of images and articles that will inspire you to live your life intentionally supporting your local community. The Fraser Valley is boasting with creative artisans, entrepreneurs, and professionals, and we're very excited to shine a light on this talented community. As April leaves us with nourished soils for a beautiful May, we feel inspired by blooming flowers, skies clearing, and the sun shining light upon the mountains. With May, comes Mother's Day, and what better time to appreciate the countless "mompreneurs" hustling their businesses while raising their children. These women are fierce, determined, resiliant, and brave. So whether you're a mama, mommy-to-be, or have the nurturing heart of a mother - This is for you. This issue has been a special one for us to put together and we couldn't have done it without our wonderful team, contributors, advertisers and most importantly featured mama hustlers. We hope that as you turn the pages you enjoy the experience as much as we did creating it!

Wishing you a bright and beautiful May,

Stephanie & Randy

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Mompreneur Edition

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Tara Teng An Open Letter to Mothers Written by Tara Teng Photographed by Crystal Marie Sing Photograhy Dear Mama, I see you; pushing carts down the grocery aisle with the kids in tow. You corral your children with weary patience and answer to “mama, mama, mama” to no end. The days are long, the nights are short and if someone were to give you enough uninterrupted minutes in the day to drink a warm coffee or finish a hot shower, it just might be the best day of your life, because it’s the simple things that feel like a vacation now. Yet when the house is quiet and they’re tucked in bed, you sneak back into their room just to check if their lungs are still breathing and the sight of their sweet baby lashes takes your own breath away. You give of your time, of your body, of your heart and yet, if your child would ever ask for the shirt off your back, you would give that too… without even blinking, because they will always be your baby. And you will always fight to the ends of the earth and back for them. I see you. And I honour you today. And to the mother with empty arms, I see you too. Every month you try and try and try; yet every month you come up empty. Ballooned birthday parties and baby showers dig up the pain of a longing heart as you wait for the day when it will finally be your turn. Angel babies and monthly loss bring you to wonder if the Mother’s Day cards count you too; and they do, sweet mama. And then there are the women whom life brought no children, but still you mother on. You see mother, not only as a title but also as a verb, and you take the opportunity to mother and mentor others in your midst. Raising other women to go the distance, to shatter glass ceilings and conquer challenges with grace. Or maybe you don’t, because the pain is still too real, and that’s okay too, sweet mama. I pray that one day you will be able to pour out your mother’s heart upon your children but for now, know that mother’s heart you carry is the heart that the world needs. Because mothers are the balm that heals a weary soul. We need more women with the heart of a mother to carry us when we are broken, to celebrate us in our triumphs and to fight for a better world, investing in the future. So Happy Mother’s Day, Mothers. I see you for all that you are and no matter where along in the journey you are, I honour you today.

Tara Connect with Tara: @misstarateng

"Because mothers are the balm that heals a weary soul. We need more women with the heart of a mother to carry us when we are broken, to celebrate us in our triumphs and to fight for a better world, investing in the future."

Dear Loves Co. Julie Shares Five Tips for Work-Life Balance Written by Julie Christine Photographed by Brittany Horner

I never expected my life to look like it does today: two kids, two businesses, and a love for blogging. When we had my first son, I had just started my photography business. It worked. I could work in the evenings and on weekends. I had routine and time. After having my second son, things were more challenging. I decided to take on clients a month after giving birth. Six months later, I decided to start another business on the side, DearLovesCo. If that was not enough, I couldn’t let go of my desire to blog. Pretty quickly, I realized something needed to change. Here are a few things I am discovering that are helping bring balance back to my life. 1. Be OK Saying “No” I love to say “yes” but learning to say “no” to the things that are not growing my business or creating income has made that much more time for family, friends and me-time. 2. Ask For Help We get childcare two days a week, for one or both our children. This time is precious. My productivity is a thousand time better and I feel refreshed and rejuvenated at the end of the day. 3. Unplug Recharge your phone away from your bed and find times through the day to put the phone away. This did wonders to my mental health and daily patience. So many things can impact us through social media, emails etc. Limiting my phone time has been life changing. changing. 4. Let Go For a long time I pressured myself to post and blog regularly and it drove me crazy. Finally I came to a place where I started to trust the process and do what I was capable of during this season of life. 5. Do What You Do Best Focus on what you do well and scrap the rest. Don’t feel like you need to be on every social media platform, or take on every collaboration. You will take the pressure off yourself and create better content for what you’re passionate about if you stick to your sweet spot.

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A Little Love Creative Meet Kaitlin, and her nap-time creative hustle Interview by Stephanie Klaver Photographed by Warin Marie Photography

1. What inspired you to start “A Little Love Creative?” A Little Love Creative began shortly after my first daughter turned one. I had made some decor for her birthday party, and after getting some really nice compliments from friends, I decided to start a Facebook page to sell my crafts. My very first order - a hand lettered birthday board - came from someone I didn’t know. The fact that a complete stranger had found my page and asked me to make something for her son’s birthday really motivated me to keep going! Over the next few months, I narrowed my focus from general event decor to hand lettering because those were the projects I most enjoyed and felt the most inspired to create. 2. What is your favorite thing about running your own business? The absolute best part about running my own business (that still feels weird to say!) is being able to work from home around my family’s schedule. It’s busy, but I love knowing that I’ll never look back on these days and wish that I had spent more time with my girls while they were young. A close second-best would be the opportunities I’ve had to connect with so many other local makers and business owners. Being a part of this community is really empowering and a lot of fun! 3. If you could give 3 pieces of advice to someone wanting to start a creative business, what would it be? - Choose something you love to do and put your own spin on it. Even though you may create the same type of product as someone else, your business will stand out if you’re passionate about your own ideas and can develop a unique style. - Don’t be afraid to say no to projects that don’t fit with your vision. I found that once I became a bit more selective with the orders I was taking on, I had more time to work on growing my business through collaborations and networking events, and also had more time to experiment with new product ideas. - Focus on your own goals, and write them down. I make a list of things I want to accomplish each week; it really helps me stay on task, and it’s so rewarding to check things off of that list! 4. Tell us a little bit about your family I live in Maple Ridge with my husband, Jordan, and our two young daughters, Ainslea and Bria. We also have a dog, Finnegan, who is the fluffiest Golden Retriever you’ll ever meet. 5. What can we expect to see from you over the next year? More markets and more collaborations. I’m also teaching myself some new digital skills and putting them to use for a design idea I’ve had floating around in my head for a while now!

Connect with Kaitlin: @alittlelovecreative

Isn't She Lovely Meet Sarah, and her vintage inspired girls wear Interview by Stephanie Klaver Photographed by Julie Christine Photography

1. What inspired you to start Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t She Lovely? I have always loved to create! Straight out of high shool I gained my University Degree with a Art & Design / Textiles Major but I took a career turn to work in Early Childhood Education. Fast forward a few years & Isn't She Lovely was born while on maternity leave with my son, and inspired from the little girls I had the pleasure of taking care of while running my infant/toddler daycare right here in Chilliwack. 2. Congratulations on celebrating your first year in business! If you could give one piece of advice to yourself one year ago, what would it be? Thank you! This time last year I was bruising with ideas (I still am!) and I knew how to sew, but that was about all. I had no idea how to market my business or how to use social media, I didn't even have a personal Instagram account... Believe me when I say I was clueless! I wish I had reached out more in the first few months to other makers in the community and had the confidence to ask more questions about how to get my products "out there." This first year has been a lot of trial and error, and a huge learning curve for me. 3. What is your favorite thing about running your business? Oh this is easy... Hands down my favourite thing about running this business is the relationships and friendships that have emerged over the year. Each and every day I am overwhelmed by the encouragement and support of the local small shop and handmade community right here in the Fraser Valley. I find it such an exciting community to be a part of, and to think that so many of these talented makers are also stay at home Moms, which is pretty cool too. 4. What do you find the most challenging? My biggest challenge is running out of time each day! I often feel like I am trying to cram an entire work day into my toddlers two hour nap window! 5. Tell us a little bit about your family I'm a wife to Chris, a Mom to Harrison, and we are expecting our baby girl any day! 6. What can we expect to see from you in the next year? This Spring/Summer is going to be a big year for Isn't She Lovely! I have just trained my third sewing assistant and we have so many darling creations and surprise fabrics coming your way! Lots more vintage rompers, a newborn collection and our "play all day" line featuring fun shorties, twirly skirts, dresses and tunics. And of course hair bows to match every outfit!

Connect with Sarah: @isntshelovely_xo

Community & Collaboration Mother's Day Picnic Brunch

Community is at the heart of local small business in the Fraser Valley. We've been witness to incredible projects coming to life when entrepreneurs gather to create and collaborate. Each month, we're very excited to shine a light on this subject. For the month of May, we're celebrating Mother's Day by bringing our four featured "mompreneurs" together for a beautiful picnic brunch in Fraser River Hertiage Park, Mission BC.

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Woodpecker Tables woodpeckertables.com @woodpeckertables (farm table + chairs)

Kizzy's Macarons kizzysmacarons.ca @kizzysmacarons

Lil' Slice of Heaven Baking Co. @sohbaking.co

New Moon Tea Co. newmoonteaco.ca @newmoonteaco Rustica Custom Finishes @rusticacustomfinishes (wood serving tray)

Baked by Bee Treats @bakedbybeetreats Pretty Things Rentals & Decor prettythingsrentals.com @prettythingsrentals

Venue: Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission BC Photography: Warin Marie Photography warinmariephotography.com @warinmariephotography Floral Design by Lili floraldesignbylili.com @floraldesignbylili

Sugar + Co Sweet Shop sugarandco.com @sugarandcosweetshop

Maple Ridge Florist mapleridgeflorist.com @mapleridgeflorist (vintage bike)

Sugar Flour Bake Shoppe sugarflourbakeshoppe.ca @sugarflourbakeshoppe Vintage Rose Afternoon Tea vintagerosetea.com @vintageroseafternoontea

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Farm to Table Recipes featuring locally sourced food and beverage from farms and small businesses througho ut the Fraser Valley

Cucumber Green Tea Cocktail by Christine of New Moon Tea Co.

Ingredients: 1 cucumber 2 lemons 1 0z.vodka 1 package of New moon Tea Co. ( Summer Nights) 1. Brew tea at double strength (Make 1 litre instead of 2) 2. Muddle 3 slices of cucumber in glass 3. Add 1 oz. vodka 4. Add 2 oz. tea and a squeeze of lemon 5. Serve on Ice 6. Garnish with a cucumber slice or lemon wedge LOV ING L O CA L | 1 6

Grandma's Apple Pie by Jaclyn Mikkelson

Crust: 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 Lard 6/8 tbsp ice cold water 1 tbsp of sugar (Optional) 1. In a large bowl add flour, salt and sugar. 2. Cut in the lard with a pastry blender until it is in small balls. 3. Add 1 tbsp of ice water at a time, just adding enough to form a large dough ball. 4. Refrigerate for a few hours. Filling: 6 Apples peeled, cored and sliced (sourced from Lepp Farm Market) 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 tbsp cinnamon 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp cornstarch 1. In a large bowl add sliced apples, sprinkle with lemon juice and toss. 2. Add both sugars and cinnamon to the bowl and mix really well. 3. Sprinkle with cornstarch and toss to coat then set aside. 4. Take your cooled dough from the fridge and divide it evenly into two portions. 5. Roll out to approx. 1/8 inch thick. Transfer to pie dish you want at least 1" overhang of crust. 6. Fill your pie with the filling mixture and add a few teaspoons of butter on top and a sprinkle of flour. 7. Top pie with second crust and pinch the two together. 8. Cut slits in the top to let air escape. Optional: Egg wash the top of the pie and spinkle with course sugar Bake at 375 for 45-60 Minutes, Enjoy! LOVIN G L OC AL â&#x20AC;&#x201A;|â&#x20AC;&#x201A;17

WIN THIS PICNIC BASKET FULL OF LOCAL GOODS! We've partnered with Pacific Basket Company to bring one lucky winner a picnic basket filled with locally made, atisanal treats! Located in Coquitlam, Pacific Basket Co. has been creating beautifully curated gift baskets for over a decade. What began as a side-hustle for owner Flavia after having having her first daughter, has quickly grown into a flourishing business employing not only her, but her husband and a wonderful team. Flavia and her team are big supporters of fellow local businesses and fill their baskets with locally sourced items from all over the Lower Mainland & Vancouver; and that's just one reason we love them!

ENTER TO WIN: Share a photo of you reading this magazine to Instagram and make sure to use the hashtag:

#ReadingLovingLocal

Each photo you share during the month of May will be an entry into the contest! The winner will be announced in early June

Pacific Basket Company www.pacificbasketcompany.com @pacificbasket

DIY | Donut Bird Feeders by Jenna Montroy of Chaos & Creative Blog

INSTRUCTION: 1. To make six large bird seed rings, start by greasing two donut pans with vegetable oil. 2. Bring one cup of water to a boil. When it is boiling, carefully transfer it to a large bowl. Empty three packets of gelatin into the water and stir until dissolved. Add five cups of bulky bird seed and stir until all of the seeds are coated in the gelatin mixture.

SUPPLIES: 1 cup of boiling water Three packets (3/4 oz. total) of unflavoured gelatin Five cups of bulky bird seed Twine or string for hanging. You will also need donut pans, vegetable oil to grease the pans, and binder clips to hold the pans together.

These make perfect gifts or activity to do together - Then go feed the birds!

3. Pile the seed up over the cavities of one greased donut pan. Use your fingers to both clear the hole in the center and to re-pile the seed on itself. You want to totally fill the second donut pan when you set it down like a lid over this first pan. 4. Align the top pan over the first pan and press down gently but firmly. Now set that top pan back down again and secure tightly with several binder clips. 5. Set this in the refrigerator for at least four hours, or overnight. 6. When you are ready to remove your rings from the pans, unclip the pans and use a gentle twisting motion to help the rings dislodge without damage. They will be messy, so use your fingers and/or a small pair of scissors to clean them up. 7. Let them sit on the counter and set up/dry up for a day or two more on cooling racks, flipping over several times to make sure all of the gelatin dries up. LOVIN G L OC AL â&#x20AC;&#x201A;|â&#x20AC;&#x201A;19

Explore Local | Sardis Park Written by Stephanie Klaver Photographed by Vanessa Marie Studios

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Sardis Park is one of our favorite places to go for a quick outing as a family. The community-minded park is host to dozens of bird and waterfowl species, turtles, and occassionally you can even spot the resident beaver in the parks' feature pond. In addition to wildlife, you'll find plenty of treed picnic areas, two children's playgrounds, and a stroller/wheelchair accessible gravel trail surrounding it all. Located in the heart of Sardis, a growing neighbourhood in South Chilliwack, this park is home to many play dates, joggers, dog walkers, bird photographers, and even a public market during the Summer months. Entering the park from School Lane will bring you into a free parking lot, where you'll notice washroom facilities and an interpretive map are just steps away. As our children play freely in the fenced park, we can let them run wild and have a variety of activites at their little finger tips. The playground is always first, then running free in the grassy fields, pointing out exciting discoveries, and tossing pebbles into the pond; and then of course back to the playground! On this particular day, we brought some wild bird seed proving to be a sure way of befriending an adorable group of ducks. A few items we suggest bringing for a Spring time trip to Sardis Park:

wildlife birdseed or, DIY Birdseed Donut (pg. 19), boots, picnic blanket, snack & drink, and a camera Apparel & Accessories "Kid Life All Day Everyday" t-shirt, "Mom Life All Day Everyday Hoodie, @mycheekybaby | mycheekybaby.com Distressed Jeans: @tattrdthreads | tattrdthreads.com Pink Mini Bow Headband: @isntshelovely_xo | etsy.com/ca/shop/isntshelovelyxox Ceramic Pendant Necklace: @threecornersartisan shopthreecornersartisan.com Gemstone Necklace: @shimmerandgolddesigns etsy.com/ca/shop/shimmerandgolddesgn

A Local Gem | Tracycakes Bakery Café Written by Samantha Lenz Styled by Jenna Montroy Photographed by Olivia AnnPhotography

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"a space where people can come and gather around a table with family and friends while enjoying some delicious baked goods and have that feeling of being connected" Owner and manager Tracy Dueck, of Tracycakes Bakery Café always had a dream of bringing her passion for baking and cooking to the rest of her community. After marrying the love of her life and raising three children, this former stay-at-home mom had something else cooking up her sleeve. Back in 2006, Tracy decided to take a big leap of faith and opened the very first charming cafe known as Tracycakes Bakery Café. With no formal culinary training or credentials, this self-taught baker simply honed her ‘at-home’ skills into becoming the successful business owner she is today. Since opening its doors Dueck has made it her mission to create a space where people can come and gather around a table with family and friends while enjoying some delicious baked goods and have that feeling of being connected. It’s where the phones get put away and real conversations start happening. For Dueck it was about “passing the happiness down and bringing the warmth and comfort from home to my customers.” At the same time her main focus was “to make everyone feel like they matter, [that] they belong – and the cupcakes are a catalyst for that.” This quaint filled restaurant and bakery specializes in more than 60 varieties of signature cupcakes and scrumptious homemade foods. With classics such as Va-Va Vanilla, Smartie Pants, and Peppermint Patty, many of the other flavours are inspired by Dueck’s family. Each one of her kids (including their spouses) and grandkids have their own unique cupcake flavor. So, why cupcakes? Dueck believes that cupcakes are more than just a trend, they are “offering people a little taste of luxury, a treat to spoil themselves and indulge in.” Don’t be fooled though, Dueck’s bakeries and cafes offer more than just cupcakes. Tracycakes boasts an extensive dine-in menu; with items such as homemade soups and chilis, quiche, shepherd's pie, wraps, and sandwiches. Everything is baked fresh in Abbotsford and then transported to the Langley location daily. Tracycakes also offers “High Tea”, which features specialty looseleaf teas or coffee, fresh fruit, finger sandwiches, scones paired with lemon curd and Devonshire cream, among many other delicate offerings. Making it the perfect choice amongst customers. Ultimately Dueck wanted customers “to not only leave the cafe remembering the cakes, but remembering the conversations and

memories made with family, friends, and colleagues.” With a business that has been running for over a decade, it’s evident that this local gem has made a tasty impact on the Fraser Valley. A dream that has now been a flourishing reality, Dueck shows no signs of slowing down. With two locations, the help of daughters, Melissa and Jessica, alongside a dedicated staff, Dueck continues to offer a quaint destination, where guests are greeted with a warm welcome and a place to escape the everyday hustle and bustle of life while “indulging in a little piece of sugary heaven.” Whether it be pick-up, delivery, or eat-in, Tracycakes aims at catering to everyone’s needs; one cupcake at a time. They also host birthdays, graduations, bridal and baby showers, holiday and corporate events. If you’re interested or wanting to know more about Tracycakes or to place an order, email: tracy@ tracycakesonline.com or call one of their locations. Connect with Tracy: tracycakesonline.com | @tracycakes_cafe Abbotsford Cafe - #101-2636 Montrose Ave, Abbotsford, BC Murrayville Cafe - 21594 48th Ave, Langley, BC

Shop Local Shows & Markets MAY 2017 The Shift Handmade Date(s): May 6 10:00am - 4:00pm Admission: $3 Location: West Langley Hall 9400 208th Str. Langley FV Food Truck Festival - Chilliwack Date(s): May 6 11:00am - 5:00pm Location: Chilliwack Heritage Park, 44140 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack Local Love in Spring Hosted by The Sweet Life Apparel Date(s): May 7 11:00am - 4:00pm Location: The Old Mill Boathouse, Port Moody Handpicked Vintage Market Date(s): May 12 4:00pm - 9:00pm May 13 10:00am - 4:00pm Admission: $5 Location: Quality Hotel & Conference Centre 36035 North Parallel Rd., Abbotsford Handmade Market for Momma Date(s): May 12 5:30pm - 9:00pm May 13 10:00am - 6:00pm Location: West Langley Hall, 9400 208th St., Langley Elemental Trends, Bloom Mother’s Day Date(s): May 13 10:00am - 6:00pm Location: 434 Columbia Street, Vancouver FV Food Truck Festival - Mission Date(s): May 13 11:00am - 5:00pm Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street, Mission Chilliwack Art of Wine Festival Date(s): May 13 7:00pm - 10:00pm Tickets online: $50. purchase online Location: Chilliwack Cultural Centre 9201 Corbould St., Chilliwack Bloom Spring Market Date(s): May 13 10:00am - 4:00pm May 14 10:00am - 4:00pm Location: Fort Langley Community Hall 9167 Glover Road, Langley Fort Langley Beer & Food Festival Date(s): May 20 12:00pm - 5:00pm Tickets online: $25 - $30 Location: Fort Langley National Historic Site 23433 Mavis Ave., Langley Deja vu Vintage Market, Furniture Artisan Expo Date(s): May 26 9:00am - 5:00pm May 27 9:00am - 5:00pm Admission: $3, kids free with online class reg Location: Shannon Hall at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds 6050 176 Street, Surrey LOVING L OCA L | 2 4

FV Food Truck Festival - Coquitlam Date(s): May 27 11:00am - 5:00pm Location: Coquitlam Spirit Square, Burlington Dr., Coquitlam

JUNE 2017 Town & Country Vintage Market Date(s): June 3 10:00am - 4:00pm Location: 22448 105 Ave Maple Ridge Date(s): May 20 12:00pm - 5:00pm Tickets online: $25 - $30 Location: Fort Langley National Historic Site 23433 Mavis Ave., Langley FV Food Truck Festival - Langley Date(s): June 3 11:00am - 5:00pm 20550 Douglas Cres. Langley Shop the Valley Pop Up hosted by Little Bean Threads Date(s): June 11 11:00am - 4:00pm Location: Highstrret Community Room 3122 Mt. Lehman Rd., Abbotsford Spread the Aloha Market hosted by Aloha Kai Date(s): June 10 11:00am - 3:00pm Admission: free Location: Our Lady of Mercy School 7481 10th Ave, Burnaby Fraser Valley Indie Market - Chilliwack hosted by Loving Local Date(s): June 24 11:00am - 7:00pm (see additional July & August date) Admission: tba Location: Chilliwack Exhibition Field

JULY 2017 Artisans in the Fort 2 hosted by West Coast Artisan Collective Date(s): July 16 10:00am - 5:00pm Admission: free Location: Chilliwack Exhibition Field Fraser Valley Indie Market - Langley hosted by Loving Local

Date(s): July 29 11:00am - 7:00pm (see additional June & August date) Admission: tba Location: Willoughby Community Park, 7782 200 St. Langley

For local market events further in the future, make sure to pick up our June issue, available June 1st Hosting an upcoming market? Send us an email with the details so we can include it in the next calendar! marketing@lovinglocal.ca

Farmers Markets CHILLIWACK / HOPE

COQUITLAM / MAPLE RIDGE

Agassiz Farm Fresh Market Date: July 1, July 16, Sept 17, Oct 8, Saturdays 11:00am - 3:00pm Location: 7011 Pioneer Ave., Agassiz

Haney Farmers Market Date: May 13th Oct 7th Saturdays 9am-2pm Location: 224th Downtown Maple Ridge Memorial Peace Park

That Local Market Date: June 17th- September 9th Saturdays 9:30am-2pm Location: Central Community Park Chilliwack 45951 Victoria Ave

Port Coquitlam Farmers Market Date: June 1st- Sept 28th Thursday 3-7pm Location: 2253 Leigh Square Next to City Hall

The Eco Market Date: May 3 - August 3, Wednesdays 4:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Sardis Park, 45935 Collins Dr., Chilliwack

Do you know of a local farmer's market that isn't listed here? Send us an email with the details and watch for it in our next issue! marketing@lovinglocal.ca

Yarrow Farm Market Date: May 5 - September 15 , Fridays 5:00pm - Dusk Location: Yarrow Pioneer Park, 4390 Kehler St

ABBOTSFORD / MISSION Abbotsford Farm & Country Market Date: Saturdays April 15th until December 16 Location: Montrose Avenue at George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford Mission City Farmers Market Date: May 6th 9-1pm October 7th 2017 Location: Mission Leisure centre 7650 Grand Street Deroche Farmers Market Date: May 13 - Sept 30, Fridays 4:00pm - 7:30pm Location: Mission Leisure centre 7650 Grand Street

LANGLEY / SURREY Fort Langley Village Farmers Market Date: May 6th- October 28th 10am-3pm Saturdays Location: 9025 Glover Rd. White Rock Farmers Market Date: May 7th-Oct 29th Sundays 10am-2pm Location: 15154 Russell Avenue White Rock Ladner Village Market Date: Jun 11 & 25, July 9 & 23, Aug 13 & 27 and Sept 10 10am-4pm Location: 5028A 48 Avenue, Delta

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Business Directory

Your go-to resource for local businesses featured in this issue! A Little Love Creative (calligraphy, decor) pg. 5, 11 Ava & Oliver (subscription box) pg. 27 Baked by Bee Treats (baked goods) pg. 14,15 Dear Loves Co. (nursing bracelets) pg. 10 Erin Carter Realtor (real estate) pg. 25 Essential Packaging (packaging, gifts) pg. 27 Floral Design by Lili (florist) pg. 14, 15 Globe Printers (printing) pg. 6 Isn’t She Lovely (children's apparel) pg. 12 Kizzy’s Macarons (macarons) pg. 13-15 Lavender & Mint (children's apparel) pg. 7 Lil’ Slice of Heaven Baking Co. (baked goods) pg. 14-15 Luachmhar Marketing (business marketing) pg. 28

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Maple Ridge Florist (florals & gifts) cover + pg. 8, 15

Sugar + Co. Sweet Shop (specialty candy, jams) pg. 14-15

Melodie Dunn Travel (travel agent) pg. 27 Michele Cartwright Realtor (real estate) pg. 7

Sugar Flour Bake Shop (baked goods) pg. 14-15

My Cheeky Baby (children's apparel) pg. 20-21 New Moon Tea Co. (herbal tea, accessories) pg. 14-16 Olivia Ann Photography (photography) pg. 22-23 Pacific Basket Company (giftware) pg. 18, 27 Parallel Yoga (yoga, fitness) pg. 7 Posie & Pine (decor, rentals) pg. 27 Pretty Things Rentals & Décor (decor, rentals) pg. 14-15

Tara Teng (Blogger, activist) pg. 13 Tattrd Threads (children's apparel) pg. 20-21 The Handpicked Home (giftware, home decor) pg. 26 Three Corners Artisan (ceramic artist, pottery) pg. 20-21 Tracy Cakes Bakery Café (baked goods, tea shop) pg. 22-23 Vanessa Marie Studios (photographer) pg. 20-21 Vintage Rose Afternoon Tea (catering, baked goods) pg. 14-15

Rustica Custom Finishes (decor) pg. 14-15

Warin Marie Photography (photographer) cover + pg. 3-5, 8, 11, 13-19

Samantha Lenz (freelance writer) pg. 23

Woodpecker Tables (farm table & chair rentals) pg. 14-15

Shimmer and Gold Designs (jewelry) pg. 20-21 Studio B Yoga (fitness, yoga) pg. 26

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