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ABBOTSFORD EVENTS CALENDAR MAY MAY 3-5, 2019 Jane’s Walk Abbotsford Various Abbotsford locations. Jane’s Walk is a series of free neighbourhood walking tours that helps put people in touch with where they live and with each other by bridging social and geographic gaps and creating space for cities to discover themselves. Follow www.facebook.com/ JanesWalkAbbotsford for updates on the individual walks happening. MAY 4, 2019 Emptiness for Beginners Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley, Unit 106 – 31581 South Fraser Way. 10am-3:30pm. Buddhist meditation on the true nature of things, emptiness. There is no greater method for experiencing peace of mind and happiness than to meditate on the true nature of things, emptiness, it is the universal solution to all our problems. More info and registration epc@kmcfv.ca or www.kmcfv.ca/emptiness Cinco De Mayo Meat Draw RCL Branch 15 Abbotsford, 2513 West Railway Street, 2-7pm. Entertainment by Kenny Buston. Food available
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for purchase: Mexican theme. Contact: 604-853-1711. Spring Bazaar- Fun Family Event 35190 DeLair Road, 9-12pm. Pancake breakfast by donation; Bake Sale; Gifts for Mom; Specialty vendors; Gently used treasures; Silent Auction & More! 604-556-7000 Entry 2$ pp. Walk 4 Cardiac Health Mill Lake – Water Park (Emerson Street Entrance), 10am. This 2K walk will raise funds which will go towards the purchase of a NuStep T4R for Cardiac Rehab at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital. $20, info Tracey Rouillard at info@fvhcf.ca Copper Crow Blues Band Concert & Dance Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene, Doors 7 pm. Copper Crow Blues Band features 6 musicians to keep your toes tapping and your face smilin’. Features originals and covers that keep the dance floor hopping. Cash only venue. Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door. Tickets: www. FVBlues.com; Cash In Person: Long & McQuade, Jazz-MaTazz & Eagles Lounge.
MAY 4-5, 2019 Valley Festival Singers Present Spring Concerts Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, May 4 at 7pm and May 5 at 3pm. “Familiar Words, Familiar Tunes”, a lighthearted and fun concert for all ages. Clever settings of nursery rhymes, Aesop’s Fables, and Lewis Carroll poems are paired with songs from Broadway classics. Tickets $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $5 for students, and children under 10 free. Available at www.eventbrite. ca, House of James, and cash at the door. For info, 778-666-5220. MAY 4-5, 2019 9th Anniversary Celebration Lepp Farm Market Rain or shine. Enjoy free activities for the kids and live music. Mobile petting zoo, plus free mini golf, facepainting and a bouncy castle and free cupcakes between 12:30pm – 1:30pm, while supplies last. MAY 5, 2019 Walk for Alzheimer Gardner Park, 31070 Gardner Ave. Registration Noon / Walk 1 – 3pm. Celebrate and remember people who have been affected by dementia, while raising valuable funds and
awareness to create change. Get your family, friends and colleagues together and join us for an amazing day! Brenda, 604-859-3889 abbotsfordwalkchair@ alzheimerbc.org or www.walkforalzheimers.ca Gospel Night Abbotsford EV Free Church, 33218 Marshall Rd, 7pm. Admission by donation in support of the Abbotsford Hospice Society. MAY 8, 2019 Abbotsford Mission Nature Club Monthly Meeting Ravine Park Hatchery, 2395 Crescent Way, 7:30 pm. “Bird Studies – Who they are and what they do? – Conservation Success Stories” Speaker Catherine Jardine with Bird Studies Canada. Free, More info Hank haroos12@gmail.com. MAY 9, 2019 Fraser Valley Bandits Game Abbotsford Centre, 7pm. Pro Basketball league, get ready for great ball, food, music and entertainment. Tickets www.thebandits.ca Business after Business with the FV Bandits! Abbotsford Centre, 5:30pm. The best way to
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MAY 10-18, 2019 The Fraser Valley Watermedia Society Annual Spring 2019 Art Show Clearbrook Library. The show will feature a wide range of new watermedia paintings. The show will be open to the public during library hours with the Opening of the Show at 3pm Friday, May 10, 2019. The artists will be present at an Artists’ Reception on Sunday, May 12, 2019 from 2-4pm. There will be a free draw on May 21, 2018 for an original painting. 604-859-7814 for library hours. www. fvwatermediasociety.com MAY 10, 2019 Friday Night Blues Jam Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene, Doors 7 pm. The James Thorhaug band starts the evening with a set, then jammers are invited to collaborate and play. No Cover. Cash only venue.
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Come dance, enjoy live music, invite friends, family and neighbours to join you. MAY 11, 2019 Mount Lehman Garden Club Plant & Bake Sale Under the tent on the patio at the Mount Lehman Credit Union, 5889 Mount Lehman Road, 9-12pm. Contact Yvonne, 604 856 0313, yvonne@theholdens.net. Food Truck Festival Civic Plaza, 11-6pm. A variety of food trucks will be on site. Fun for the whole family and features 20+ Hand Picked Food Trucks. Kid friendly with face painting, entertainment and live roaming entertainment. www. foodtruckfestival.com Run 4 Mom Garrison Dog Park/Vedder River – 45454 Petawawa Rd, Chilliwack, 8:00am. Run for Mom 5K Run/Walk is a Mother’s Day celebration
and fundraising event for the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation supporting Chilliwack General Hospital. $10, more info Tracey Rouillard at info@fvhcf.ca Treasure Hunt Run -Messengers of Hope Motorcycle Ministry Starting at Chilliwack Victory Church College Avenue and Henderson Street, 10am. Can be done on a motorcycle or in a car. Uncover the clues, find the locations, gather the treasures. Food, Fun, Prizes. Your registration fee includes one prize ticket, lunch and a chance to win the ultimate Bikers Emergency kit. Info/ registration 604-799-2061 or postalbernie@gmail.com. All money raised goes to Run for the Son which supports Missionary Ventures, Open Doors Ministries and the Jesus Film project.
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Rock of Ages Abbotsford Centre, 8pm. It’s 1987 on Hollywood’s Sunset Strip when a small-town girl meets a big city rocker. As they fall in love in L.A.’s most famous rock club, Rock Of Ages allows fans to rock out once again to their favorite ‘80s hits. Tickets Abbotsford Centre box office, online at Ticketmaster.ca or 1-855-985-5000. MAY 12, 2019 I Hate Beer Old Abbey Ales, 11-8pm. Come join us for our I Hate Beer event. We’ve got something for everyone. In house Craft Beer, Craft Soda, Cider & Sea Cider on tap. We’ve also got local wine, lemonade and nitro coffee. We might be able to convert you!
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HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! MAY 15, 2019 Metalworking Manufacturing & Production Expo One day table top tradeshow, bringing the latest in machine tools, cutting tools, fabricating and welding technology, metal finishing, quality control, production automation and more! www.mmpshow.com
Chronic Pain Including; Stress-Management, Pacing, Setting Healthy Boundaries, Anxiety/ Worry, Grief, Acceptance, Depression, Insomnia, and Curing Opioid Addictions. Also, how to communicate better with your Healthcare Professionals. Register: www.pipain.com or FraserValley@pipain.com Dick: 604-928-0486, Toll Free: 1-844-747-7246. MAY 22, 2019 Learn About the Outdoors Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way,10:30am-12pm. This free workshop will offer information on Abbotsford Parks and it give some basic tips on camping and hiking. Fraser Valley Bandits Game Abbotsford Centre, 7pm. Pro Basketball league, get ready for great ball, food, music and entertainment. Tickets www.thebandits.ca Abbotsford Mayor’s Breakfast Tradex, 7-9am. Join Mayor Braun for breakfast and for his state of the City address. Registration and details www.abbotsford.ca. MAY 24-25, 2019 Coastal Swap Meet Tradex, 2-9pm, 8-4pm One of the biggest automotive themed swap meets in Western Canada. 8$ admission.
MAY 18, 2019 4U: The Music Of Prince With Symphony Abbotsford Centre, Doors: 6:30pm. 4U will present the Music of Prince like never before with a full symphony orchestra. Tickets www.ticketmaster.ca.
MAY 24, 2019 Greatest Albums Live Abbotsford Centre, 8pm. Celebrate some of the greatest rock and roll songs ever written by Tom Petty and Heart. Don’t miss this unique and unforgettable concert experience! www. abbotsfordcentre.ca
MAY 21, 2019 The People In Pain, Guest Speaker. Patrick Myers, PhD, Registered Psychologist Topics associated with
African Children’s Choir Gateway Christian Reformed Church, 7pm. A delightful concert featuring the African
Children’s Choir, the Pacific Mennonite Children’s Choir, the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra and Calvin Dyck. Tickets at King’s Music, Hose of James or Eventbrite. MAY 25, 2019 Film- selfless Abbotsford Library, 1pm. A free movie followed by a Q&A with the Director. selfless is the film that opens the conversation to the ever growing epidemic with selfies, social media, and technology. Run for Water Trail Run 10K, 25K and 50K Ultra. Sumas Mountain. The trails are rugged single-track trails with vistas of the Fraser River and the gorgeous Fraser Valley! Your race entry fee will be used to bring clean water to families for life in Bekyye, Ethiopia. www.runforwater.ca/trail MAY 26, 2019 Run for Water 5K Fun Run, 10K & Half Marathon. Mill Lake Park, Abbotsford. Start and finish lines 33015 Bevan Ave. Kids activities include bouncy castles, climbing wall, facepainting, etc. Bring your family and enjoy the fun! Your race entry fee will be used to bring clean water to families for life in Bekyye, Ethiopia. www.runforwater.ca BC EggFest- BBQ Food Festival 44680 Yale Road, Chilliwack, 11-4pm. A fun-filled day that provides attendees with unlimited BBQ food sampling, live music featuring local entertainment, & axe throwing! Breakfast fare, pizza, beef, pork, chicken, duck, & dessert will be served throughout the day - this year we are proud to add a vegetarian cook team to the mix! Tickets www.bceggfest.com/tickets-registration.html www.bceggfest.com
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MAY 30, 2019 Wine + Art Walk 2633 C Montrose Avenue (down Matt Petters Lane) check in, grab your glass, and your artist guide. Between 4 and 5:30pm (at the latest!) more wine and new art. Designated drivers encouraged! Tickets and info downtownabbotsford.ca. Helping Families Soar, 9th Annual Casa De Luz Gala Airside Hanger, 30462 Liberator Ave. Doors open 6pm. Tickets at casadeluzmexico.com, info at lianeufeld@hotmail.com MAY 31, 2019 Mental Detox: A public talk at Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley Unit 106 – 31581 South Fraser Way, 7- 8:30pm. Gen Delek, Buddhist nun will explain the essence of spiritual practice, which is to identify, reduce and eventually completely eradicate these painful states of mind and in their place cultivate beneficial thoughts that lead to happiness both now and in the future. $12, info www.kmcfv.ca/mental-detox/ or epc.kmcfv.
JUNE JUNE1-2, 2019 Fishing Forever Freshwater Fisheries Society, 35345 Vye Road. A free yearly event that allows people with physical and/ or mental disabilities get outside and experience a day of catch and release fishing. Info fishingforeverLM@ gmail.com JUNE 1-2, 2019 West Coast Small Home Expo Tradex 10am. This is the perfect chance to discover ways to make your small home dreams come true. www.smallhomeexpo.ca
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JUNE 2, 2019 Annual Model A Sunday BC Farm Museum, 10-2pm. All vehicles pre 1932. Live Band, Food available from the Lion’s Club. First 50 entries receive dash plaques. Info Mike 604-856-9796. Gutsy Walk Mill Lake Park, Bevan Entrance, Registration: 9am. Walk Distance: 2.5K or 5K. Dogs are welcome on leash. A fun filled morning to raise funds for Crohn’s and Colitis Canada. Speakers, prizes and live music. www.crohnsandcolitiscanada. akaraisin.com/Pledge/Event/ GroupHome.aspx?seid=1791 2&mid=82&sgid=19016 Schubert and Reinecke with Mark Anderson, Piano Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 3-5pm. The final concert brings together works of great intensity and passion. Tickets www.fraservalleysymphony. org JUNE 8, 2019 Fraser Valley Walk to End ALS Mill Lake Park, 10am. The Walk to End ALS. Familyfriendly and fun. www.alsbc.ca Pinoy Heritage Festival 2019 Rotary Stadium, 9am-5pm. Free event! Holy Mass in the morning, Zumba dance and will be followed by a Cultural Parade - featuring the 3 main islands in the Philippines (Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao). Join the Traditional Filipino games and enjoy live entertainment by local Filipino bands and artists. Contact for more info: theabbotsfordfilcansociety@ gmail.com JUNE 9, 2019 Aboriginal Arts and Culture Day 2019 2313 Ware St. 10am- 5pm. Attendees will have the rare
and unique opportunity to watch Aboriginal artists create their work on site and purchase directly from the artist along with storytellers, a children’s tent and more! Sto:lo Bannock Food truck will also be on hand for you to experience traditional Sto:lo food. So, come on down and learn and enjoy a unique experience! Free! Cascadia Goes Country Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 3pm. Cascadia Wind Ensemble is Going Country. Featuring guest singer Tim Hewitt. Info cascadiawindensemble@ gmail.com Tickets cost Adult - $18, Senior/Child - $13, Family - $40 JUNE 12, 2019 Abbotsford Mission Nature Club “Annual Potluck Picnic” Aldergrove Regional Park Picnic Area, 6:30 pm. For more info Hank haroos12@gmail.com. Municipal Pension Retirees Association General Meeting Trinity Memorial United Church, 33737 George Ferguson Way, 10:30am. Patricia 604-854-6765 for info. JUNE 13, 2019 Fraser Valley Bandits Game Abbotsford Centre, 7pm. Pro Basketball league, get ready for great ball, food, music and entertainment. Tickets www.thebandits.ca JUNE 14, 2019 Friday Night Blues Jam Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene, Doors 7 pm. No Cover event hosted by the Fraser Valley Blues Society (donations are appreciated). The James Thorhaug band starts the evening with a set, then jammers are invited to collaborate and play. Special Guest is Rafael Tranquilino from Mexico. Cash only
venue. Come dance, enjoy live music, invite friends, family and neighbours to join you. This is our last jam until September, so come get your fix on! JUNE 15-16, 2019 APNA Truck Show Tradex, 10-6pm, 10-5pm. Meet other professionals in the industry, view and learn about new technologies and services offered and enjoy the festivities. Job Fair, Show & Shine, Entertainment and Seminars. www.apnatruckshow.com JUNE 16, 2019 Happy Father’s Day! JUNE 17, 2019 Judas Priest Abbotsford Centre, 7:30pm. Special Guest Uriah Heap. Now is your chance to experience the legendary band on a nearby concert stage! www.abbotsfordcentre.ca JUNE 18, 2019 The People In Pain, Guest Speaker Dr. Timothy Brown, ND Suite 200 - 12761 16th Ave, Surrey. The Architect and Creator of Ocean Park Natural Therapies Clinic. Dr. Brown is an expert in the use of Neural Therapy, Prolotherapy, Prolozone, and Progenitor Stem Cells in his treatments. Register: www.pipain.com or FraserValley@pipain.com Dick: 604-928-0486, Toll Free: 1-844-747-7246 JUNE 21, 2019 Golfing “Fore” Your Hospital Chilliwack Golf Club, 11:309pm. Participants will enjoy a day on the golf course followed by a banquet dinner. This year we will be raising funds for the greatest need at our hospitals in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission and Hope. Tracey Rouillard info@fvhcf.ca. www.fvhcf.ca
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JUNE 22, 2019 Fraser Valley Bandits Game Abbotsford Centre, 7pm. Pro Basketball league, get ready for great ball, food, music and entertainment. Tickets www.thebandits.ca Harpdog Brown & The Uptown Blues Band Concert & Dance Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene. Harpdog Brown aka “The Dog” has mixed it up with the Uptown Blues Band featuring Chicago Blues with a New Orleans flare. Featuring new players in the mix – trombone, clarinet, stand-up bass, guitar, drums of the Dogs award winning harmonica and vocals. A style reminiscent of the old speakeasy and honkytonk joints. Tickets $20 Advance, $25 at the door. Online: www.FVBlues.com; Cash & In Person: Long & McQuade, Jazz-Ma-Tazz & Eagles Lounge. Cash Only Venue. Info: www. FraserValleyBluesSociety.com JUNE 27, 2019 Annual Golf for Kids’ Sake Charity Golf Tournament Sandpiper Resort Golf Course. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is celebrating 50 years this year. Join us at our Annual Golf for Kids’ Sake Charity Golf Tournament! $250/ golfer includes lunch, golf cart rental, 18 holes of golf, and dinner. Registration online at https://sandpiper. golfems2.com/event/bigbrothers-big-sisters-50thgolf-tournament
ONGOING Abbotsford Farm & Country MarketAbbotsford’s original farmers market! On Montrose Ave, north of George Ferguson Way, Historic Downtown Abbotsford. 9am to 1pm. Saturdays - starting May 4th. Real farmers. Real food. Real fun. www.afcm.ca
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Bloom, The Abbotsford Tulip Festival- Until-May 19, 2019 (check website). 36737 North Parallel Road. Millions of tulip bulbs will begin to transform into acres of rainbow-coloured fields as part of the popular springtime tradition. Purchase tickets online guarantees your entry and saves money! www.abbotsfordtulipfestival. ca Valley Women’s Association Langley has a NEW venue. Join us for lunch and network with women in business on Wednesday, May 15 and Wednesday, June 19 at Langley Golf & Banquet Centre, 21550 44th Ave., Langley (off 216th St.). Time: 11:30 - 1:30. $25 for members, $28 for non-members, $30 late reservation/drop in fee. Email: vwalangreservations@ gmail.com We want to meet YOU!
Sundays! July 7 – Aug 25th, 2019. $7.00 pp • 1:30 – 4pm • Doors open @ 1pm. Mainstream Square Dancing to a variety of Callers! Spectators Welcome. Lessons start September 16th, 2019. To learn MODERN Square Dancing 7-9:30 pm Singles & Couples. First 3 classes Free. Contact Carol: 604-807-2281. abbotsfordgrandsquares@ gmail.com
Highstreet Shopping Centre- Steve Nash is hosting a free Boot Camp group fitness class every Wednesday evening from 5:30pm – 6:30pm in Unit J165 (beside Bank of Montreal). Classes run until May 29, 2019. Classes are totally free. Don’t forget to bring a yoga mat and water!
Thursday Nights continue with Plus Level square dancing. Last night is June 20th. 7-9:30 pm All dances are at the ASAA Hall, 33889 Essendene Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. $7.00 pp / members $6.00 pp Contact Carol 604-807-2281 or carolswan@shaw.ca , abbotsfordgrandsquares@ gmail.com , www.ags. squaredance.bc.ca
Summer Ice Skating Lessons- July & August, Abbotsford Skating Club. Summer CanSkate Lessons or Private Lessons. More info to come, email Stacy Geddes for registration stgeddes@shaw.ca Abbotsford Grand Squares continue Monday Nights New Dancer & Mainstream square dancing. A ‘windup party’, Monday June 24th, theme of ‘Summer Fun’! 7:00 – 9:30 pm.
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 (President).
Abbotsford Stroke Recovery ProgramAbbotsford 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 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 Learn to Meditate, Wednesdays from May 1-22. Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley, 106 – 31581 South Fraser Way, 7pm8:15pm. This four-week course will introduce you to the basics of meditation. You will also learn practical tools to apply during busy daily life to maintain a peaceful, calm mind. $40 for 4 classes or $12 per class. www.kmcfv.ca/learn-tomeditate/ or epc@kmcfv.ca
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Tuesday Night Meditation Classes or Tuesday Morning Meditation Classes. Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley, 106-31581 South Fraser Way, 7pm8:30pm or 10:30am-12pm. Learn to meditate and overcome stress, improve your relationships, solve daily problems and find inner peace. Meditation is a simple, natural and effective way to find better health and real happiness. Each class is self-contained, and you are welcome to attend any class at any time. No pre-registration is required. $12 per class or $50 for 5 classes. www.kmcfv.ca or epc@kmcfv.ca Friday night Meditation classes. Inner Peace and Pie! Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley, 106-31581 South Fraser Way, 7pm-8:30pm. Join us for meditation, a Dharma talk and meaningful discussion over pie and tea. $12 per class or $50 for 5 classes. email: epc@kmcfv. ca or www.kmcfv.ca/weeklyclasses/peace-n-pie/ Sunday Golf Tournaments Aldergrove Legion #265 May 26 at Fraser Glen, Abbotsford, 9am June 23 at Newlands, Langley, 10am July 14 at Fraser Glen, Abbotsford, 9am Aug 18 at Poppy, Aldergrove, 9am Sep 22 at Fraser Glen, Abbotsford, 9am 60$ each, Newlands 50$. Sign-up sheets will be in the Lounge. Call us at 604-8565423 to register at least one week before play. Fees include green fees, beverage & food back at the Branch. Members & Guests are welcome! People in Pain NetworkDo you struggle with persistent pain? Do you feel like life is holding you
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hostage? Find it difficult to talk about your pain? The People In Pain Network offers a FREE Pain SelfManagement Educational Support (P.S.M.E.S.) Group that meets on the 3rd Tuesday of every month (from 10:30am - 12:30pm) at The Church of the Valley 23589 Old Yale Road in Langley. Check website for details: www.pipain.com or FraserValley@pipain.com or Dick: 604-928-0486 Or Toll Free: 1-844-747-7246 May 17 & 18, 22 – 25, 2019 @ 7:30pm Matinees: May 18 & 25 @ 2pm A Midsummer Night’s Dream Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. An uproariously funny play that proves love doesn’t come without its hiccups, Shakespeare’s most famous comedy promises to delight audiences of all ages. www.gallery7theatre.com. Highstreet Shopping Centre- Morning YogaFree yoga sessions every Sunday morning, 8:30am – 9:30am in Unit J165 (located beside Bank of Montreal). Each session will be taught by a local instructor. For more information contact highstreet-seasonal@ lululemon.com or 778-752-9402. Highstreet Shopping Centre- Story Time & Crafts- Join master storytellers on a themed and interactive journey of crafts and fun with your little ones. Free. Every Tuesday from 9:30am- 10:30 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. May 04
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Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers May 11 Hazelmere Heritage Fiddlers May 18 Ukrainian Prairie Band May 25 Windy Mountain Band June 01 Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers June 08 Hazelmere Heritage Fiddlers June 15 Cancelled Line Dancing June 22 Ukrainian Prairie Band June 29 Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers No dances in July and August September 14, 2019 CANCELLED The Reach relaunches Reel Change, a FREE film series showcasing films by global Indigenous filmmakers The Reach has relaunched Reel Change, a bi-weekly Indigenous film series that includes some of the most impactful films of our time. This diverse selection of
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The Road Forward (2017 | 101 mins | Directed by Marie Clements) This musical documentary connects the beginnings of the Indian Nationalist movement of the 1930s to the powerful momentum of First Nations activism today.
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June 7: Our People Will Be Healed (2017 | 97 mins | Directed by Alanis Obomsawin) In her 50th film, renowned filmmaker Alanis Obomsawin reveals how a Cree community in Manitoba has been enriched through the power of education. The Reach gratefully acknowledges the support of the British Columbia Arts Council and the
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ABBY YOUTH Abby Night Hoops Free Drop In Youth Basketball. Ages 12-18 years, Wednesdays, May 1 through May 29, 8pm – 10pm. Eugene Reimer Middle School, no registration required. www.abbyyouth.com Free Youth Drop In Ages 12-18 years, Youth Centres at ARC and MRC, Mon – Thurs 2:30pm – 5pm, Fridays 2:30pm – 10pm, Saturdays (ARC only) 7pm – 10pm. www.abbyyouth.com Free Youth Open Gym Ages 12-18 years,Youth Centre at ARC,Fridays 7pm – 8pm,Saturdays 8pm – 10pm. Sign in at the youth centre, then head into the gym and play! www.abbyyouth.com Red Cross Babysitters Training $60, Ages 11-15 years, 9am – 4:30pm, 3 dates to choose from: April 27, May 17, June 28. Register online www.abbyyouth.com Level One FoodSafe $78, Ages 14-18years, 9am – 5pm. Two dates to choose from: May 17, June 22. Register online www.abbyyouth.com AYC Celebrates BC Youth Week! May 1 – 7, Ages 12-18years, we’ll be hosting special activities and events for youth each day! Visit our online calendar for information. www.abbyyouth.com/ calendar URoc Awards and Community Ice Cream Social May 2, 3:30pm – 5pm, Abbotsford Recreation Centre. Join us as we recognize outstanding youth, youth friendly adults and youth friendly businesses at our annual URoc Awards.
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We’ll be serving yummy ice cream treats following the awards ceremony. For more information: www.abbyyouth.com/events/ uroc-awards Youth Council Application Now Open! Are you a youth starting Grade 10 - 12 in the fall and have an interest in high level leadership? Apply to join the AYC Youth Council for 2019/2020! You’ll have the opportunity to meet other youth leaders in your community, present workshops, attend a youth retreat and work with Abbotsford City Council. Application deadline June 14, 2019 Learn more at www.abbyyouth.com 3 SLICES OF SUMMER Friday, July 26th (6-9pm). Please mark your calendars for this delightful event (now in its 3rd year!). Tickets are not on sale yet, but artists and venues are confirmed. Attendees from last year asked us to give more notice on the date, so here you go! 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-March 6, April 3, May 1, June 5, Sept 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, and Dec 4. Langley Small Farm Network 1-2 times per month, Free. Collaborate with other smallscale 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 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 Connect Now Abbotsford, Lunch & Learn, 3rd Wednesday of each month. Make connections, expand your community and grow your business! Join us for our monthly networking lunch to meet other professionals www.Connect NowBusinessNetwork.com Abbotsford Horseshoe Club- 2308 Adanac StreetMembers Wanted Singles, Couples and girls or boys (Age 9+). League play Tuesdays and Wednesdays, tournaments across lower mainland, Banquets, draws for prizes and 50/50, Fun, laughter, and great socializing. Free Horse Shoe Lessons! Contact Jim Williams 604 463 2200
Abbotsford Farm & Country MarketAbbotsford’s original farmers market! On Montrose Ave, north of George Ferguson Way. Historic Downtown Abbotsford. 9am to 1pm. Saturdays - starting May 4th. Real farmers. Real food. Real fun. www.afcm.ca Abby Mission Nature Club- Meetings 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, Abbotsford by the Abbotsford Arts Centre email: haroos12@gmail.com 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
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Sundays- Flea Market, 6am – 4 pm at the Abbotsford Exhibition Grounds 32470 Haida Dr. www. abbotsfordfleamarket.com Sundays - The Abbotsford Legion hosts Breakfast, 8:30 am -11:30 am at Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. www. abbylegion.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 604-8596566. 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, Abbotsford. Contacts: 604855-1942 or Mission 604826-5100. Abbotsford Social Activity Association (ASAA) seniors’ programs are now in full swing. The Hall at 33889 Essendene is one of the best dance floors in the valley. Activities include line dancing Mon 9:00 am/ Wed 6:00 pm; seniors exercise Tues/Thurs 9:30 am; pool Mon/Thurs 8:15 am; square dancing Mon/ Thurs 7:00 pm; ballroom dance lessons Tues 7 pm; Fri Night Social Dance 7:30 pm and afternoon card games. All programs and times www. abbysocialactivityassoc.com abbysocialactivityassoc@ gmail.com Ron 604-3096719 or Lonnie 604-3099919
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 $5.00. (from 7:00-9:00). Some of the times may be subject to change, so please contact the guild to verify. Marjatta Itkonen: timomarjatta@ gmail.com
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Table Tennis- Tuesdays & Thursdays- 7pm -Drop-In, 5$ fee, 10yrs+. Table Tennis Club is held at Fontaine Fitness, 2427 Pauline St, beside Dragon Fort Restaurant. Contact Andy 604-309-3256. 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 info 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 604856-4988, fvrl.bc.ca
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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
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!
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
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. Info – 604.853.1711 or visit www.abbylegion.ca
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Karaoke every Friday, 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm at the Abbotsford Legion. Info – 604.853.1711 or visit www.abbylegion.ca Fish and Chips, 1st Fridays 5 pm – 7 pm at the Abbotsford Legion. Info 604-853.1711. www.abbylegion.ca The Abbotsford Legion Hosts A Meat Draw with entertainment, Saturdays, 2pm-5pm at the Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. www.abbylegion.ca 604.853.1711 3rd Thursdays of the Month- Abbotsford Better Breathers, 10am -12pm, Cascade Community Church, 31590 Delair Rd., Abbotsford. 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 information contact: B.C. Lung Association at 1-800-665-5864 or (604) 731-5864, betterbreathers@bc.lung.ca Abbotsford Spinners & Weavers Guild- 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of month10am, Birkeland Bros (back room), 33739 Essendene Ave. New members are always welcome. Info abbotsfordspinners andweavers@gmail.com 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
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Friday Blues Jam- 7pm – 11pm- Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene- Finish your week off with some live music & dancing! A no-cover event (donations accepted). Blues musicians bring your tools – axe, sticks, harp, sax, horn, flute, etc. –backline, PA, amps, drum kit provided. Cash only venue. Info www.fvblues.com 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 Month- Days for Girls Sewing and Prep Kits Event, 6:30 - 9pm, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints - 30635 Blueridge Dr. For more info: Magna Goerke, 604-751-6369 www.daysforgirls.org National Association of Federal Retirees, is a non-profit organization 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 778-344-6499, or visit the national website www.federalretirees.ca.
Reading Buddies Program - The Reading Buddies program is seeking adult or high school volunteers to give 45 minutes of their time once a week. The volunteers are called, “Big Buddies” and the child readers are called, “Little Buddies”. The Little Buddies are children in grades 1-4 who are struggling with their reading skills. The Big Buddy and the Little Buddy will spend 45 minutes together one on one. If you are interested in being a mentor to a young child, you can pick up an application from the Clearbrook library (32320 George Ferguson Way) or the Abbotsford library (33355 Bevan Ave.) front desks. This is also an excellent way for students to get credited for volunteer hours. Orientations are held every Thursdays between 3:30-5:00 pm at the Clearbrook library meeting room. For more information please email Suzanne McKay, Reading Buddies Program Coordinator at mlim.Suzanne@gmail.com 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 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
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allery 7 Theatre is thrilled to conclude their 2018-2019 ‘Back to Classics’ Theatre season with an exciting, modern rendition of William Shakespeare’s most popular romantic comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. On a midsummer’s night, four young Athenian lovers flee to an enchanted forest populated by sprites and fairies. When the mischievous spirit, Puck, mistakenly administers a magical love potion to the wrong person, the lovers suddenly find themselves infatuated with the wrong person! Meanwhile, an acting troupe lead by the boisterously crass Bottom, descend on the forest to rehearse a play for the King, only to be caught up in the shenanigans as well! An uproariously funny play that proves love doesn’t come without its hiccups, Shakespeare’s most famous comedy promises to delight audiences of all ages. “We’re very excited that A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be Gallery 7 Theatre’s very first Shakespearean production ever in our 28 seasons of producing live theatre,” says Gallery 7 Theatre’s Artistic Director, Ken Hildebrandt. “In a season filled with classic shows, I thought it only fitting that we include one of Shakespeare’s most popular, and most accessible, plays in the line-up.” “Our directing and design team have arrived at a modern concept for the play,” Hildebrandt continues. “I think audiences will get a kick out of the plight of the young lovers as they sort through hilarious misunderstandings. Audiences will revel in the mischievous antics of Oberon
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• Heat butter in a medium saucepan over low until melted. Set aside 1/4 cup melted butter. Transfer remaining butter to a small liquid measuring cup. • Fill a blender with very hot water and let sit 3 minutes to warm blender. Drain and dry well.
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• Blend egg yolks and lemon juice in blender just to combine. With the motor running, slowly stream in melted butter in liquid measuring cup until hollandaise is thickened. Transfer to a medium bowl; stir in salt and cayenne. If sauce is too thick, thin with 1–2 tbsp. warm water and adjust seasoning. Cover and keep warm. Whisk until smooth before serving.
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• In a skillet over medium-high heat, fry the ham on each side. • Fill a large saucepan with about 3-4 inches water and bring to a simmer. Pour in the vinegar. Stir the pot until there is a vortex. Carefully break 4 eggs into the water, cook 2 to 3 minutes until whites are set but yolks are still soft. Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and repeat with the remaining eggs.
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