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ABBOTSFORD EVENTS CALENDAR JULY JULY 1, 2019 Super Hero Canada Day Abbotsford Exhibition Park 32470 Haida Drive. 11am. Come join in the FUN! Our “Super Hero” Canada Day Parade starts along Ware & South Fraser Way at 11am. After the parade there will be loads of FREE family friendly activities at Abbotsford Exhibition Park. The night’s final show will be the spectacular fireworks display at dusk. abbotsfordcity. ca/canadaday JULY 3, 2019 Abbotsford Mission Nature Club Summer Walks Browne Creek Wetlands, Yarrow. 6:30 pm – 8 pm. Free. A Leisurely walk along the spawning channels off the Vedder River. allow trail users to observe the natural systems up close where wildlife, recreation, education, sustainability and conservation align. Info David at dhopaluk@ shaw.ca JULY 4, 2019 Fraser Valley Bandits Home Game Location: Abbotsford Centre. 7pm. Come out and watch the Fraser Valley Bandits home game against the Guelph Nighthawks. thebandits.ca JULY 5, 2019 Movie Night: El Contrato The Reach Gallery Museum- Free Admission. Doors at 6:30pm. This documentary follows a povertystricken father from Central Mexico, along with several of his countrymen, as they make their annual migration to southern Ontario to pick tomatoes. thereach.ca/calendar JULY 6, 2019 Annual Downtown Abbotsford BerryFest Downtown Abbotsford. 10am10pm. Berry Marketplace, Berry-Go-Round and Ferris Wheel Rides (and an all new ride to be

announced soon!) Berry Treats and Eats, The Great BerryFest Pie Bake Off Competition (more details to come!) Plus, Roving Entertainers, Food Truck, Craft Beer and Wine Garden Vendors, Free entertainment and so much more! facebook.com/ events/886791515006715 JULY 7, 2019 Gumboot Kids - Live Show Abbotford Arts Centre. 1:30pm - 2:30pm. Join Juno-Award winning artist Jessie Farrell, with Scout & Daisy, as she sings songs from the hit CBC Kids’ show, The Gumboot Kids and her Sparkle & Shine album. Be sure to come early to hang out with Scout and Daisy before the show! Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime, and characters will mingle with the kids until 5 minutes prior to the start of the show. abbotsfordarts. abbyschools.ca Clear Skies, Clear Mind- A Meditation Course Flow Yoga. 7331 Grand St, Mission. 11:30am - 1:30pm. $20. https://kmcfv.ca/ or email epc. kmcfv.ca for more info. JULY 10, 2019 5th Annual Ladies’ Helping Kids Shine Charity Golf Classic supporting the children, youth, and families served by the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre. Ladies will enjoy a day of best ball golf, closest to the Pin and Longest Drive contests as well as Dinner, Mimosas, Best Dressed and other Prizes as well as a raffle auction. Fraser Glen Golf Course, Abbotsford. Details at www.helpingkidsshine.ca or lgunn@fvcdc.org Abbotsford Mission Nature Club Summer Walks Glen Valley Regional Park. 6:30pm-8 pm. Cost – Free. This park is located on the border of Langley and Abbotsford. Exact location to be determined. Info David at dhopaluk@shaw.ca

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Baha’i Gathering Community Arts Addition, 6:30 pm JUL 11, 2019 Leap Of Faith Skydive Vancouver. 3pm - 8pm. Leap of Faith is a fundraiser where participants raise pledges and then take part in a Tandem Skydive. It’s tandem, so that mean’s anyone can do it, there’s no experience necessary! Funds raised go to providing homeless and vulnerable youth with programs, support and emergency services, including housing. Festivities will kick off at 3pm. There are also activities for kids, music, and food! FREE admission but bring cash for food by donation. cyruscentre.com/ leapoffaith

JULY 11-15, 2019 American Crown Circus & Circo Osorio Sevenoaks Shopping Centre. Info and tickets AmericanCrownCircus. com JULY 13, 2019 Fraser Valley Pride 2019: Dinner, Dance & Variety Show The Stage in Mission. 5:30pm. Dinner. Performances: The Valley Clique [Anida Tythole, Justice, Jo King], Stephen Scaccia, ARMY of SASS - Abbotsford and more! Dancing with 1Epicnight Music and Entertainment. Silent auction. Did you know ALL the proceeds from FV Pride support the Fraser Valley Youth Society? Have fun and support the youth! Tickets $50 www.fvpride.ca

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Turning Stress into Peace- A Meditation Course Kadampa Meditation Centre, 106, 31581 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. 10am-1pm. By learning to identify the actual causes of stress and unhappy thoughts, we can begin to understand how to become free from them. During this course, we will explore special ways of thinking and meditations that heal the mind of the source of these problems. $30. kmcfv.ca or email epc.kmcfv.ca for more info. JULY 13 & 14, 2019 Critter Care’s Wildlife Society Annual Open House 2019 11-4. 481 216th St, Langley. Entry fee is $5.00 per person children under 12 free. This is a family event! Come and see the baby animals and our facilities, book as soon as you come in for a tour to avoid disappointment. JULY 17, 2019 Abbotsford Mission Nature Club Summer Walks Matsqui Trail Park. 6:30pm-8pm. Free. We will explore a section of the park. Info David dhopaluk@ shaw.ca JULY 19, 209 Live Out Loud! The Fraser Valley Pride Celebration Out Of This World Youth Dance and All Ages (13-25) Drag Show! Entry is by donation. Sober Space. 7 to 11pm. Abbotsford Arts Centre: Community Arts Addition. LGBTQ2S+ & Allied youth, 13 to 25 years old. Bring your fabulous self, friends, and get ready to Blast Out Of This World! www. fvpride.ca fraseryouth.com JUL 20, 2019 Goat’s Pride Dairy Open House Goat’s Pride Dairy - 30854 Olund Road. 12pm - 4pm. Join the good folks at Goat’s Pride Dairy for their annual open house! Visit the goats and have a goat cart ride. See where the cheese and yogurt is made. Take part in a cheese tasting. Learn about the salmon spawning stream. This is a familyfriendly event with fun activities for children! facebook.com/event s/357287281532724

Cultural Exchange: A Curated Second Hand Market Abbotsford Farm & Country Market (Montrose Ave.) 9am - 1pm. Sale of quality curated second-hand goods by and for The Reach. thereach.ca/calendar Live Out Loud at the 7th Annual Fraser Valley Pride Celebration Festival & Walk! Celebrate PRIDE in the park! FREE family fun including vendor booths, live entertainment, and more. 3 to 8 PM. Jubilee Park, 2552 McCallum Road. Welcome: Native Heart Drum Group, Emcee: Josh Rimer, Mr. Gay Canada. Entertainment: Inspire Me Fitness, The Valley Clique (Anida Tythole, Justice, Jo King), Chersea, Robin Loveless, Ria Jade, 1Epicnight Music and Entertainment and many more! Did you know ALL the proceeds from FV Pride support the Fraser Valley Youth Society? Have fun and support the youth! www.fvpride.ca JULY 24, 2019 Abbotsford Mission Nature Club Summer Walks Dewdney Nature Regional Park. 6:30 pm – 8pm. Free. The park is located at the mouth of Dewdney Slough and the Fraser River. Walking along the shoreline permits great wildlife viewing opportunities. Contact for more info - David Hopaluk at dhopaluk@shaw.ca JUL 25, 2019 Fraser Valley Bandits Home Game Abbotsford Centre. 7pm. Come out and watch the Fraser Valley Bandits home game against the Saskatchewan Rattlers. thebandits.ca JULY 26, 2019 3 Slices Of Summer This is a progressive concert! Various locations. 6pm-9pm. Here’s how it works: You’ll be treated to 3 mini-concerts at 3 locations in Abbotsford. The musical guests will delight you (but who they are will be a surprise!). Each venue will have a unique treat for you and all venues are indoors (or in a sheltered spot). You will be sent

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AUGUST AUG 1, 2019 Baha’i Gathering Community Arts Addition, 7pm. AUG 2-4, 2019 Abbotsford Agrifair Abbotsford Exhibition Park. The 109th annual Abbotsford Agrifair is set to return for another weekend of summertime fun in the country. As Abbotsford’s biggest annual summer fair for 109 years, the Agrifair is proud to be a summer highlight. Full schedule and all the exciting event details agrifair.ca AUGUST 8, 15, & 22, 2019 Cinema under the Stars Rotary Stadium, 5pm-11:30pm. You bring the blankets; we’ll bring the stars. Movie starts at dusk, but family-friendly activities will begin earlier. To support our community, Prospera will also be collecting donations on behalf of local charities. facebook.com/ ProsperaCreditUnion/

AUGUST 9, 10 & 11, 2019 Abbotsford International Airshow Abbotsford International Airport. Ticket prices vary. The Airshow will be headlined by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and Canadian Forces Snowbirds demonstration teams. Interactive activities and displays, Kids Zone, food trucks and concessions. abbotsfordairshow.com or info@ abbotsfordairshow.com.

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AUG 10, 2019 Meteor Shower Watch Aldergrove Regional Park8-11pm, all ages. Enjoy lanternlit trails, games, crafts and other entertainment. Camp overnight to extend your star gazing experience. Meet at Aldergrove Bowl entrance at 685 Lefeuvre Rd, Abbotsford. $2/person. metrovancouver.org

AUGUST 17, 2019 Awakening the Heart Kadampa Meditation Centre, 106, 31581 South Fraser Way. 10am-1pm. $30. In this course, learn meditations that will help to develop greater peace of mind and happiness and to improve our relationships through learning to cherish others. kmcfv.ca or email epc.kmcfv.ca for more info.

AUG 15, 2019 Fraser Valley Bandits Home Game Abbotsford Centre. 7pm. Come out and watch the Fraser Valley

AUG 22, 2019 Weird Al Yankovic Abbotsford Centre. 8pm. “Weird Al” Yankovic is the biggestselling comedy recording artist

AUG 16, 2019 Symphony in the Park Mill Lake Park. 4-7pm Mini Golf, Face Painting, Food Trucks and Community Entertainment. 7pm. Enjoy a full symphony orchestra conducted by Calvin Dyck. Featuring epic movie themes including: Star Wars, How to Train Your Dragon and West Side Story.

in history, earning four Grammys and fifteen career nominations. A high-energy rock and comedy production featuring his original band, costumes, props, a video wall and - for the first time - background singers and a full symphony orchestra. abbotsfordcentre.ca AUG 23 & 24, 2019 The Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Competition Abby Arts Centre. Over 35 contestants (by invitation only) flying in from across Canada to compete. Friday: 6:30pm - BC’s Fiddle Legends Tribute Concert & Old Time Dance featuring Daniel Lapp, Mike Sanyshyn, and many more! Saturday- Contest Preliminaries 12pm / Contest Finals 7pm - featuring CGM Lifetime Award Presentation to Daniel Lapp, a Metis Dance Showcase and many other exciting performances! Tickets are on sale now cgm2019.com

AUG 24, 2019 Fraser Valley Fruit Beer Festival Jubilee Park. 1pm - 6pm. We have invited some of our favourite breweries in the world to collaborate with Fraser Valley and Okanagan organic fruit, and herb farms to celebrate our local agriculture in a unique and tasty way. All breweries and farms are encouraged to work together to create a unique beverage to serve at the festival. fruitbeer.ca AUG 25, 2019 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Vancouver Thunderbird Show Park, 2pm5pm. The world’s premiere individual jumping series. The Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Vancouver is one of only two qualifying events in Canada and the first stop of the new season. It all starts here! The event starts at 2pm sharp but to avoid parking lines and to thoroughly take in the experience we encourage spectators to come early – gates open at 12pm. tbird.ca

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A diverse selection of artwork that all deals in some way with notions of hidden or invisible labour: work that is not seen, valued, or adequately paid.

Free Youth Drop In Ages 12-18. Noon – 5pm. July 2 – Aug 30 (closed July 1 & Aug 5). AYC Youth Centre at ARC. FREE! Drop by our youth centre and take part in our planned activities every day this summer! More info at abbyyouth.com

Karin Jones: Precious Until Sept 15. Free Admission. Jones’ repurposed farm implements are embellished with damascene inlay and address pastoral notions of agricultural labour and the romanticization of rural life.

The Reach Gallery Museum, Abbotsford thereach.ca/ calendar EXHIBITIONS Carlos Colín: Little México Art Exhibition Until Sept 15. Free Admission. Sculptures, screen-prints, sound/video installations, and photographs examine the lives and experiences of participants in the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP).

Exhibition Tour with Spanish Translation August 18, 3-4pm Free Admission. Join The Reach Curators Adrienne Fast and Kris Foulds for a tour of the current exhibitions, Carlos Colín: Little México, Something More Than Nothing, and Karin Jones; Precious. The tour will be in English, with Spanish translation.

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FOUR GREAT SHOWS...LIVE IN THE VALLEY! Renee James Productions International (CAN|UK) is proud to bring four new productions to the beautiful Fraser Valley this coming season. First on the schedule is the acclaimed romantic and classical concert “La Vie en Rose” starring Grammy Award Nominated Violin Virtuoso, Pablo Diemecke, renowned British Pianist, Anthony Booker, Canadian Actress/Singer and Chilliwack’s Own, Deanne Ratzlaff, and Ballet Etoile Canada Principal Dancers, Ashley Evans & Ian Szkolak. A stunning evening of music and dance set in Paris. October brings two exciting productions to the region. Motown Magic ~ 60 Years of Music Hits celebrates the founding of the Motown era with an exciting and high-octane evening of incredible music by some of the world’s most iconic artists including Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Donna Summer, and Smokey Robinson, to name just a few. Starring international Recording Artist and Fraser Valley resident, Leina DeBoer, with Special Guest Star, AwardWinning international Singer, Owen Lee, and Dancers Teagan Gibson, Danica Domay, and Karina Evangeline. Featuring the Motown Magic Band, this one night only engagement is a must see concert premiere. Following this comes a first-rate comedy “Self Help” from internationally renowned playwright Norm Foster. A married pair of second-rate theatre actors cast themselves as nationally renowned self-help gurus. Their lives unravel in a farce as they try to conceal a body and hold on to their falsely won fame. Featuring an All Star Cast from the Fraser Valley that includes Nik Trotzuk, Karina Evangeline, Brady Moore, Danica Domay, Ethan Falk, and Deanne Ratzlaff, Self Help is a comedy you won’t want to miss. Closing out 2019 comes the stunning holiday production “Christmas with Sinatra” starring international Actor/Singer, Dane Warren and the 19-piece Bruce James Orchestra. The producer’s welcome guests to join them on a sentimental and nostalgic journey this December for an evening of festive Sinatra hits and storytelling. We look forward to meeting you at the performances! For more info visit www.facebook.com/ReneeJamesUK

LA VIE EN ROSE

A Classical Romantic Evening of Music, Voice, & Dance set in Paris

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Pablo Diemecke Deanne Ratzlaff Anthony Booker Ashley Evans Ian Szkolak

Sept. 13th, 2019 - 8:00 PM

Sept. 14th, 2019 - 8:00 PM

HUB International Theatre (Chilliwack Cultural Centre) Chilliwack, B.C. Canada

Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (Abbotsford City Hall) Abbotsford, B.C. Canada

Tickets: $18 - $48 (VIP) Online: www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca Tel: 1.604.391.7469

Tickets: $14 - $40 (VIP) Online: www.eventbrite.ca Created & Produced By Tony James

MOTOWN MAGIC 60 YEARS OF MUSIC HITS

Oct. 4th, 2019 - 8:00 PM

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Abbotsford Arts Centre Abbotsford, B.C. Canada

Leina DeBoer Owen Lee Danica Domay Teagan Gibson Karina Evangeline And The Motown Magic Band

SELF HELP

The Norm Foster Hit Comedy

“A roller coaster ride of fast-paced witty asides and bawdy humor” St. Albert Gazette

Starring

Nik Trotzuk Karina Evangeline Brady Moore Danica Domay Ethan Falk Deanne Ratzlaff

CHRISTMAS WITH SINATRA The Acclaimed Holiday Concert

Starring

Dane Warren

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The 19-piece Bruce James Orchestra

Tickets: $15 - $50 (VIP) Online: www.eventbrite.ca Created & Produced By Tony James

A farce like no other. The Savages, second rate actors give their mistress, the Theatre, the cold shoulder to become millionaire self-help gurus.

Oct. 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 2019 8:00 PM

Sadly, their love life is the first thing to go, but they aren’t going to let a dead body give the game away.

Community Arts Addition (Abbotsford Arts Centre) Abbotsford, B.C. Canada

They, and their hard-nosed agent, will do all they can to hide the body from the prying investigative reporter, nosy police detective, and anxious housemaid.

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*MATURE AUDIENCE - 13 YEARS +

Dec 17th, 2019 - 8:00 PM Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (Abbotsford City Hall) Abbostford, B.C. Canada

Tickets: $18 - $48 (VIP) Online: www.eventbrite.ca/abbotsford Created & Produced By Tony James

Created, Produced & Directed By Tony James

DEC. 18, 2019 - 8:00 PM The Clarke Theatre Mission, B.C. Canada

Tickets: $13 - $48 (VIP) Online: www.eventbrite.ca/mission The producers welcome guests to join them on a sentimental and nostalgic musical journey this holiday season for an evening of classic Sinatra holiday tunes and storytelling.

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Voices of the Valley Ongoing. - Free Admission. Explore rich collections of historical objects, photographs, and archival materials that tell the story of the community through the eyes of individuals who have shaped it. Movie Night: El Contrato July 5, Doors open at 6:30, film starts at 7pm Free Admission. This documentary follows a poverty-stricken father from Central Mexico, along with several of his countrymen, as they make their annual migration to southern Ontario to pick tomatoes. Sunday Family Art Class July 14, August 11, September 8, 1-2:30pm or 3-4:30pm. - Free Admission, Pre-registration required. Bring the whole family out for a fun craft session in our studio. Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, kids… everyone participates! Our projects are often based on current exhibitions, holidays, or relevant themes. This is a fun opportunity for little ones to practice their motor skills, and for parents to let loose and get creative. Summer Art Camps Through July and August, 10:30am - 2:30pm. Two-day camps: $60. Three-day camps: $90. Five-day camps: $135 (10% off). Ages 6-12. Want to learn how to break the mold? Become a contemporary art-kid? Get messy and make new friends? Then you’ve come to the right place! Each of our themed camps is designed to get campers thinking creatively. Have your kids wear clothes that can get messy, bring a nut-free lunch and a water bottle, as well as weather appropriate clothing as we like to go outside too!

KARITON ART GALLERYABBOTSFORDARTS COUNCIL.COM July/August: Mill Lake Music Concert Series - Kariton Art Gallery - 2387 Ware St. - Mill Lake Park Until Aug 31st - Saturday evenings, 7pm start. July: Exhibition - Anonymous Show - June 29th - July 30th Opening Reception at The Kariton Gallery June 29th 6 pm - 8 pm. Artists - Local artists of all ages and skill levels. The show presents in a range of diverse styles, subject matters and mediums. Works are displayed anonymously which is a great opportunity for emerging artists to exhibit their work. With each piece priced at $100, the public is able to purchase an original work at an affordable price. August: Exhibition - Say it with Flowers - Aug. 3rd - Sept 3rd. Opening reception at The Kariton Gallery Aug. 3rd 6 pm - 8 pm. Artists - Local artists of all ages and skill levels. The show presents floral inspired art using diverse styles and mediums – sculpture, metalwork, textiles, glass, painting, drawing, photography, jewelry, print media, mixed media, and floral arrangements.

ONGOING Writing contest! Tell us how you save energy! Do you wear sweaters and socks when it’s cold? Turn off the tap after washing your hands? Tell us how you save energy at home, for a chance to have your story and artwork published! The contest opens June 15 and closed August 10. This is for children ages 6 - 12 years. sharon@ literacymattersabbotsford.com For more info visit literacymatters abbotsford.com

REGISTRATION FOR ALL FALL PROGRAMS August 12 & 14 from 4PM to 8PM August 13 & 15 from 9AM to 12PM

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Children’s Summer Music And Art Day Camp- Calvin Presbyterian Church and Valley CrossWay Church will run a free day camp. From August 12 to 16, 2019, 8:30 – 4:00 at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 33911 Hazelwood Avenue. The program will have a Fine Arts focus, with a concert and art display on August 18, followed by a family picnic. This is for children ages 6 to 12. For more information, please call: Lois Lochhead at 604 855-4446 or email: office@ clavinpresbyterian.ca Morning Yoga with Lululemon. Until July 31, 2019. 8:30am 9:30am. Highstreet Shopping Centre. Complimentary yoga sessions are happening every Sunday morning, in Unit J165 (located beside Bank of Montreal). Each session will be taught by a local instructor. highstreetfv.com Abbotsford Horseshoe ClubUPDATED DAYS- 2308 Adanac Street. Members Wanted Singles, Couples and girls or boys (Age 9+). League play Mondays and Wednesdays, tournaments across

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lower mainland, Banquets, draws for prizes and 50/50, Fun, laughter, and great socializing. Free Horse Shoe Lessons! Contact Jim Williams 604 463 2200 Open Hive Thursdays Aug 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2019 | 2pm – 3pm. Cost: $5 pp. All ages, drop-ins welcome! Adventure with Master Beekeepers, Mike and Judy Campbell, and their daughter, Jenny, into live hives and watch their beekeeping activities. We will provide a little theory, but mostly this will be a time that you follow along with the beekeepers on whatever their beekeeping routine is for the day. Bring all of your questions! Campbell’s Gold Honey Farm & Meadery. facebook.com/event s/407086836770458 Hot Valley Nights- July 11, 25, 2019 & Aug 8 & 22, 2019. 360 Fabrication - 31450 Peardonville Road. 6pm - 8pm. Get out your shammies, polish and lawn chairs folks. Join us with your hot rod, vintage, project or daily driver – admission for vehicles and for drive ups is free and this

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CALL 604-830-1349 Keith Hine event is open to all ages. We’ll go weather permitting! This year we are raising money for the Crystal Gala. facebook.com/events/ 607054853107320/ Valley Food + Farm Collective Market- 2518 West Railway Street. 4pm-8pm. Every Thursday. VFF’s goal is to RE-SHAPE and INVEST in our local food culture, redefine our food community and make the Valley the ‘Destination for Food’ in BC. facebook.com/ valleyfoodfarm Fresh Air Fridays at Highstreet! Join us in the Central Plaza as we will have lots of fun activities for you and the whole family. There will be ping pong, mini games, chalk and music by DJ Kent. Also enjoy a 25% discount on all Take-Out orders from Famoso every Fresh Air Friday. Happening every Friday until August 23 from 6PM – 8PM. Keeping Cool with MeditationTuesdays, July 9-23 7pm8:30pm. Kadampa Meditation Centre, 106, 31581 South Fraser Way. Ahhh, summer meditations! Learn new tools for dealing with stress, worry and anxiety. $12 drop in or 3 classes for $30. kmcfv.ca/ or email epc.kmcfv.ca The Fraser Valley (Langley) People In Pain Self-Management Group will be back in session on Tuesday, Sept. 19th from 10:30am to 12:30pm after it’s summer hiatus. pipain.com, lorinda@pipain.com

Abbotsford Farm & Country Market: Abbotsford’s original farmers market will still be on Montrose Ave., north of George Ferguson Way for July 6th, then at our new location at Jubilee Park as of July 13th until Oct 26th, every Saturday, 9am-1pm. Find us on Facebook and www. afcm.ca. Connect Now Abbotsford11:15am - 1:30pm. 3rd Wednesday of the month. Brodeur’s Bistro. This is a business networking lunch & learn for business owners and professionals. Be prepared to share your business story in a 20 Second “elevator speech”. connectnow businessnetwork.com Life Without Conflict Tuesdays, August 13-27, 2019, 7pm-8:30pm. Kadampa Meditation Centre, 106, 31581 South Fraser Way. These classes will help us really understand what anger is, what are its effects, and how we can become a truly patient person. $12 drop in or 3 classes for $30. kmcfv.ca or email epc.kmcfv.ca Abby Mission Nature ClubMeetings are held the second Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Ravine Park Hatchery, 2395 Crescent Way, by the Abbotsford Arts Centre email: haroos12@gmail.com

Real Farmers. Real Food. Real Fun. Abbotsford's original farmers market. Montrose @ George Ferguson - May 4 - July 6 Jubilee Park - July 13 - Oct 26 Saturdays 9am-1pm

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Summer Ice Skating LessonsJuly & August, Abbotsford Skating Club. Summer CanSkate Lessons or Private Lessons. More info to come, email Stacy Geddes for registration - stgeddes@ shaw.ca

education, and information on various community resources. Whether your stroke was recent or years ago, recovery can continue! Contact Joni Louwerse abbystrokerecovery@gmail.com 604-746-9264.

Friends Of The Abbotsford Libraries- Meeting the 1st Tuesday of every month (except July & August) at Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, at 1:00pm. We advocate for and support our wonderful libraries. Contact: Gwen Settle 604-864-7414.

Sunday Golf Tournaments Aldergrove Legion #265 July 14 at Fraser Glen, Abbotsford, 9am Aug 18 at Poppy, Aldergrove, 9am Sep 22 at Fraser Glen, Abbotsford, 9am 60$ each, Newlands 50$. Sign-up sheets will be in the Lounge. Call us at 604-856-5423 to register at least one week before play. Fees include green fees, beverage & food back at the Branch. Members & Guests are welcome!

Abbotsford Stroke Recovery Program- Abbotsford Recreation Centre. Monday and Thursday 12:30 - 3:30. The Stroke Recovery Association runs a FREE recovery program for stroke survivors. The program works through the 7 Steps of Recovery including; physical exercise, supportive communication, social interaction and recreation, thinking and memory exercises, support for stroke survivors and caregivers, healthy lifestyle

Abbotsford Spinners & Weavers Guild- 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of month- 10am, Birkeland Bros (back room), 33739 Essendene Ave. New members are always welcome. Info abbotsfordspinners andweavers@gmail.com

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SUMMER HOCKEY AND SKATING CAMPS ABBOTSFORD ICE RINK

PROMO CODE: WOSUMMER Academy of Skating - Tot and Youth Learn to Skate Academy of Hockey - FUNdamentals of Hockey, Power Skating, Bar Down Skills Adult Hockey Academy - Coed and Female Only Power Skating and Skills Summer Hockey Camps - Bantam & Midget Development, High Performance Rep Prep, Back to Basics

SUMMER HOCKEY AND RINGETTE CAMPS MISSION LEISURE CENTRE PROMO CODE: WOMLCSU Fundamentals of Hockey / Ringette Half Day Camp Tips for Tots Hockey / Ringette Half Day Camp

Beaudies House of Hockey, Skating & Ringette Toll Free: 1.877.241.2100 • Office #: 604.621.5555 W www.beaudieshockey.ca

Rise and Shine Toastmasters Club 9453 Weekly Meeting, 7:00am – 8:20am at the University of Fraser Valley Building A. Visitors are welcome. www.9453.toastmastersclubs.org The Royal Canadian Legion branch 15 located at 2513 West Railway welcomes any member of our community to stop in at any time and check out our monthly calendar of events. There is always a deck of cards to play crib, dart boards and always someone to visit with. See you there. 3rd Thursday of the MonthDays for Girls Sewing and Prep Kits Event, 6:30 - 9pm, The Church of Jesus Christ of LatterDay Saints - 30635 Blueridge Dr. For more info: Magna Goerke, 604-751-6369 www. daysforgirls.org Highstreet Shopping CentreStory Time & Crafts- Join master storytellers on a themed and interactive journey of crafts and fun with your little ones. Free.

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Every Tuesday from 9:30am10:30 inside Community Room, located across from Envision. More info visit Guest Services or 604.381.3934. Old Time Dance Club O. A. Pensioner’s Hall 3015 – 273rd Street, Aldergrove 2019 Saturday’s 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. No dances in July and August September 14, 2019 CANCELLED Monthly meeting at the Abbotsford Social Activity Association. It takes place on the 1st Wed of every month at noon in the ASAA Main Hall on 33889 Essendene St, refreshments to follow. There will be interesting speakers. Dates Sept 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, and Dec 4. Langley Small Farm Network 1-2 times per month, Free. Collaborate with other small-scale farmers to access and develop resources, like our regular speakers (ex: how to file farm income taxes or how to improve drainage). Join our e-mailing list

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to hear about our next events or join the Facebook group to keep up to date on other Fraser Valley farm news too. facebook.com/ groups/LangleySmallFarmNetwork Mailing list: eepurl.com/dM53BA Contact: agriculture@leps.bc.ca or 604-546-0337

Beginner East Coast Swing Lesson: Drop in lessons at 7:45 - 8:30 pm, Every Sunday Dancing: 8:30 - 11:00pm every Sunday. Cost: $9.50 for Adults | $8.50 for Students | DJ Night. $15.00 for Adults & Students | Live Band Night. The Matsqui Community Hall, www.suburbanswing.com

National Association of Federal Retirees, open to all federal retirees and current employees nearing retirement. Our organization supports and assists members with pension and health care/dental benefit information. We have six general meetings and two luncheon banquets a year, where we share information and have speakers from interesting support agencies. Once a member, you have access to exclusive savings from our many preferred partners. For more information on our local branch which serves both Abbotsford and Mission members, contact Central Fraser Valley Branch BC-01 at 778344-6499, or visit the national website www.federalretirees.ca

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Choose to Move is a free and offered across the province. It is a 6-month activity planning and support program for older inactive adults and based on research. It provides older adults (65+) with the motivation and support to become more active in their community. Choose to Move can help participants integrate activity into their daily routine in a flexible way, meet new friends, and make a positive change. Participants receive both individual and group support to develop and stick to a personal activity plan that includes activities which they enjoy and are able to do. This program is run in conjunction with the Active

Aging Initiative at Centre for Hip Health and Mobility at UBC. www. activeagingrt.ca/active-agingbc/physical_activity/Chooseto-Move/default Info on the upcoming ABBOTSFORD Summer or Fall Choose to Move program please contact Wendy at: Phone: 604-316-7142 Email: wendy. harris@gv.ymca.ca

Al-Anon Family Groups Strength and Hope for Families and Friends of Problem Drinkers. Meetings are held Monday thru Friday - evenings and weekdays. Please check the following websites for meeting locations and times. BC/Yukon Al-Anon OR al-anon.org. Local Contacts 604855-1942 or 604-859-6566.

Sundays -Flea Market, 6am – 4 pm at the Abbotsford Exhibition Grounds 32470 Haida Dr. www. abbotsfordfleamarket.com

Alateen is for young people, ages 11-18, whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking, whether it’s a parent, sibling or friend. Alateen is part of the Al-Anon Family Groups. Alateen meets every week Tue at 7:15pm, at the H.O.M.E. Society, 31581 South Fraser Way,

Sundays- The Abbotsford Legion hosts Breakfast, 8:30 am -11:30 am at Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. www.abbylegion.ca

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Abbotsford. Contacts: 604-8551942 or Mission 604-826-5100. Drawing Sessions with the Central Fraser Valley Graphic Guild- Monthly on the fourth Tuesday- Kariton Art Gallery. The Graphic Guild holds open studio drawing sessions with a model once a month (4th Tuesday) that are open to anyone. Model fee per evening session is $5.00. (from 7:00-9:00). Some of the times may be subject to change, so please contact the guild to verify. Marjatta: timomarjatta@ gmail.com Table Tennis- Tuesdays & Thursdays- 7pm -Drop-In, 5$ fee, 10yrs+. Table Tennis Club is held at King Road Mennonite Church. Contact Andy 604-309-3256. -UPDATED LOCATION Sunday Service, Matsqui Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10:30am. 604-851 -0228. 5781 Riverside St, Abbotsford. Are you a man who’s Gay, Bi-sexual or just not sure? HOMINUM Fraser Valley is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. We meet on the last Monday of every month. For information and meeting location, call Art 604-462-9813 or email aapearson@shaw.ca The Mood Disorders Association support group in Abbotsford meets the first and third Thursdays of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at Abbotsford Community Services (2420 Montrose Ave.) It is open to those who have mood disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and panic attacks. Friends and family are also invited. Info: Christine at 604-854-9404 Knit One! Knit All! Bring your needles and yarn to the library and join this weekly gathering of knit wits! Drop in. Thursdays, 2-4pm at the Mount Lehman Library 604-856-4988, fvrl.bc.ca

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Abbotsford Lions meet 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month (Sept-June) doors open at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7pm. Chances Casino-Abbotsford www. theabbotsfordlions.ca Looking for men and women 55 and up who love to sing. We are the Happy Gang Choir and we get together weekly for singing, coffee and friendship. General meetings and practice are on Tuesdays and we sing at Senior Homes on Wednesdays throughout the year. Abbotsford Recreation Centre bride930@ yahoo.com

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Fraser Valley Woodturners Guild Meet every 2nd Thursday, Sept to June at 6:30pm in the Wood Shop at the Robert Bateman Secondary School 35045 Exbury Ave, Abbotsford. Visitors Newcomers welcome! www.fvwg.ca Abbotsford Social Activity Association (ASAA) seniors’ programs. 33889 Essendene. Activities include line dancing; seniors exercise; pool; square

dancing; ballroom dance lessons; Fri Night Social Dance 7:30 pm and afternoon card games. Please check out our website for all programs and times www. abbysocialactivityassoc.com abbysocialactivityassoc@gmail. com Info Ron 604-309-6719 or Lonnie 604-309-9919

The Royal Canadian Legion branch 15 located at 2513 West Railway welcomes any member of our community to stop in at any time and check out our monthly calendar of events. There is always a deck of cards to play crib, dart boards and always someone to visit with. See you there. The Port Kells Arts Club Start the New Year Artistically! Membership to the PKAC is available to all people interested in working with other artists. We

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welcome all levels of ability and encourage members to strive to reach their potential through classes, workshops and local Art Exhibitions. We meet weekly from September to June at the Masonic Hall, 20701 Fraser Hwy. in LANGLEY. Offering 3 sessions of painting classes lasting 9 to 10 weeks each. With guest instructors in oil and acrylics. For membership information please contact Susan Black at 604-5922357 or susan.black@shaw.ca Toastmasters Abbotsford City Hall 12:05-1:00pm every Wednesday. Come hear interesting speeches along with supportive and helpful feedback during a fun and informative meeting. Guests Always Welcome! Karaoke is played every Wednesday afternoon from 2 to 5pm with a breakfast draw taking place from 3 to 4 at the Abbotsford Legion. More Info – 604.853.1711 or visit www. abbylegion.ca Music bingo Thursdays from 2 to 5pm at the Abbotsford Legion. 604.853.1711 or abbylegion.ca Karaoke every Friday, 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm at the Abbotsford Legion. 604.853.1711 or abbylegion.ca Fish and Chips, 1st Fridays 5 pm – 7 pm at the Abbotsford Legion. 604-853.1711. abbylegion.ca Every Other SaturdayFrench Conversation, 1-2pm, Mission, Open to all adults who are learning French. Michelle at 778-982-3626 or michellelanguagetutoring@ hotmail.ca. www. tutoringbymichelle.ca The Abbotsford Legion Hosts A Meat Draw with entertainment, Saturdays, 2pm-5pm at the Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. abbylegion.ca 604.853.1711 Wednesdays- Toast of City Toastmasters 6683, Weekly meetings Wednesdays at Abbotsford City Hall, 32315 South Fraser Way. Meeting

rooms vary so follow signs to 2nd floor or Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. Meeting time: 12:05-1pm and begins promptly. Visitors always welcome! 3rd Thursdays of the MonthAbbotsford Better Breathers, 10am -12pm, Cascade Community Church, 31590 Delair Rd. Better Breathers is a support group for people with Lung conditions (COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis or other chronic lung diseases) and is sponsored by the BC Lung Association. Monthly meetings feature educational and social activities. For further info contact: B.C. Lung Association at 1-800-665-5864 or (604) 731-5864, betterbreathers@ bc.lung.ca Abbotsford Grand Squares presents their 21st Year of Summer Sunday Square Dancing! Every Sunday afternoon, July 7th to Aug 18th, 2019, from 1:30 to 4pm. Mainstream Level dancing to a variety of Callers & Cuers each Sunday! $7.00 per person, held in the air conditioned ASAA Hall, 33889 Essendene Avenue, Abbotsford. Lots of free parking at rear. Lessons for new dancers to learn Modern Square Dancing begin September 16th, same location, 7– 9:30 pm. First 3 lessons are FREE! Contact Carol 604-8072281 or carolswan@shaw.ca, abbotsfordgrandsquares@gmail. com www.ags.squaredance.bc.ca Writing contest! Tell us how you save energy! Do you wear sweaters and socks when it’s cold? Turn off the tap after washing your hands? Tell us how you save energy at home, for a chance to have your story and artwork published! The contest closes August 10. This is for children ages 6 - 12 years. sharon@ literacymattersabbotsford. com For more info visit literacymattersabbotsford.com

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Summer Events This Summer Songs Strings & Steps is presenting TWO special events.

3 SLICES OF SUMMER On Friday, July 26th the 3rd annual “Three Slices of Summer” will take place at three locations in Abbotsford. Guests will take part in a 3-part “progressive concert” where they will rotate between 3 special venues for a 30 min. concert and an edible treat at each location. For more information, or to sign up for tickets please see www.calvindyck.com

SYMPHONY IN THE PARK On Friday, August 16th Songs Strings & Steps presents a FREE Symphony concert in Mill Lake Park featuring epic movie themes such as Avengers, Star Wars, How to Train Your Dragon as well as music from West Side Story, Lord of the Rings, Cinema Paradiso, “Lara’s Theme” from Doctor Zhivago, “Married Life” from Up, and other favourites. This is the 3rd annual event in Abbotsford that not only features the Symphony, but also food trucks, community entertainment, mini-golf, face painting and other familyfriendly activities. Songs Strings & Steps is partnering with a number of local businesses such as Columbia Cabinets, Investors Group and Windsor Plywood to underwrite the event, but is also dependant on individual donations at the event to cover expenses. Community Entertainment will start at 4pm with the Symphony concert to follow at 7pm. The public is invited to park at MSA Arena or local public schools, and bring a lawn chair. The site of the concert is on the south side of Mill Lake Park, off of Bevan.

who will be performing choreography to “Victory”. The AYO is planning a trip in 2020 where they will perform in Abbotsford, Scotland. Another highlight will be a performance of Tchaikovsky’s famous “1812 Overture” which features 6 “cannon shots”. The audience will be invited to provide the “cannon shots” by popping thousands of paper bags in unison. Don’t miss this memorable event in Mill Lake Park on August 16th!

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Symphony in the Park Friday, August 16th, 2019 at 7pm Mill Lake Park, Abbotsford Featuring Epic Movie Themes including: Star Wars How to Train Your Dragon Lord of the Rings West Side Story Cinema Paradiso 4pm to 7pm - Come enjoy Mini Golf, Face Painting, Food Trucks and Community Entertainment

7pm - Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a full symphony orchestra conducted by Calvin Dyck

Prize for the Best Star Wars Costume Parking at Abbotsford Middle or MSA Arena Donations gratefully accepted.

There will be a prize for the best “Star Wars Costume” and there may even be an appearance of a character from one of the movies. The concert will also feature the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra

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