What's On! Abbotsford, November/December 2017

November / December 2017

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SIMPLE TRICKS TO BEAT HOLIDAY STRESS!!

1. Pre-baking cookies and other delicious Christmas treats are a great way of staying ahead of the game.

Most cookies and other treats can last for a good 3 to 4 weeks in the freezer and still taste like you just baked them! Take a weekend before the holidays hit, and bake like Martha Stewart! Box up those tasty treats up and hide them in your freezer away from hungry eyes! And when that moment finally arrives of those surprise, but well-wishing guests, now you have a last-minute platter of holiday goodness!

Now finger foods are always a hard one to have ready, because you never know when that picky eater will arrive at your party and complain about your appies!

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ith the holidays just around the corner, there just never seems to be enough hours in the day to get all of those little tasks done. Here are some simple and easy tricks to help to survive the holidays this year!

2. Puff pastry is going to be one of the easiest items to have in your Holiday preparedness kit! Its great for making super quick appies, that you can make in advance, freeze unbaked and then just pop into the oven and within 10 minuets you have ready to serve appie that makes you look like the flawless hostess that everyone wants to be!

Prep, Prep and once more‌.Prep!

Preparation is your best friend during the many crazy hours of searching for those perfect gifts, wrapping, ribbons and bows.

Remember those small white twinkle lights tha that you meant to take down but instead left up all year, well jazz them up with a new string of LED mulit-coloured or perhaps a string of single colour LED lights. A new pop of colour will add a new life to those old lights!

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CONTENTS: Abbotsford Children’s Theatre

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Events Calendar

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Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival

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Fraser Valley Blues Society

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Fraser Valley Music Awards

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Gallery 7 Theatre

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Remembrance Day Toys for Tots

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What’s On! Abbotsford is published by Cory Cassel and Bronwen Sutherland under license from Blueberry Publications.

Publisher / Non-profits: Cory Cassel WhatsOnMission@live.ca 604.832.3130 Editor: Bronwen Sutherland WhatsOnAbbotsford@gmail.com Distribution: Yosuke Nitta Sales: WhatsOnAdSales@gmail.com 604.832.3130

PUBLISHER’S NOTE

It is the most wonderful time of year... the lead up to the Christmas season. There is always so much to do and so many wonderful things to see in the Abbotsford area. Turn to the Event listing pages to find out just how many wonderful events one can take in during the next two months. Abbotsford and area is awash with the sights and sounds of holiday spirit.

The Fraser Valley is renowned for music and the holiday season offers some glorious opportunities to take a break from the madness of the preparations and enjoy a variety of concerts and theatrical productions. All of the Valley venues will be awash in music and we encourage you to go out and take some in over the next few weeks!

As the What’s On! Abbotsford staff prepare for the New Year ahead we would like to take time to thank all the people we have met during our publishing journey in the area. We have had an absolute blast meeting all of the people of Abbotsford who work so hard to bring such a variety of events including the Farm and Country Market, the Blues Night Jam, Fraser Valley Pride Festival, the Gallery 7 Theatre productions and so much more! Everyone greeted us with such warmth and generosity making us feel right at home.

We would like to wish all of our readers, advertisers and event organizers a wonderful holiday season and all the best for 2018. We hope light; love, music, fabulous food and family will surround you.

Cory & Bronwen Whats On! • www.whatsonabbotsford.ca

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FOLLOW OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER F - WHATSONABBOTSFORD T - @WHATSONABBY Submit events for FREE to whatsonabbotsford@gmail.com All events submitted that are in Abbotsford and open to the public will be included in the events calendar, at www.whatsonabbotsford.ca, on facebook and twitter.

Recurring Events Flea Market, Sundays, 6am – 4pm at the Abbotsford Exhibition Grounds 32470 Haida Dr. www. abbotsfordfleamarket.com The Run Club, Sundays at 8:30 AM, Wednesdays at 6:30 PM at the Abbotsford Running Room,103-2070 Sumas Way in the Abbotsford Village Shopping Centre.

For more information at abbotsford@runningroom. com 604-556-0770 Suburban Swing, Sundays, 8:30 am – 11 pm at the ASAA Hall, 33889 Essendene Ave. www.suburbanswing.com The Abbotsford Legion Hosts Drop In Crib, First & Third Sundays, 2 pm – 5 pm at the Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. www.Abbylegion.ca Suburban Swing, Sundays, 7:45 pm – 8:30 pm. Beginner East Coast Swing Lesson at the ASAA Hall, 33889 Essendene Ave. www. suburbanswing.com The Abbotsford Legion hosts Weekly Breakfasts, Sundays, 8:30 am -11:30 am at the Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. www. abbylegion.ca AL-ANON Family Groups: Strength & Hope for Friends and Families of Problem Drinkers. Meetings – Mondays through Fridays - Evenings & Weekdays.

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Please check website for times and Locations. www.al-anon.org Local Contacts – 604.855.1942 or 604.859.6566 Coffee, Cards and Connections, Mondays at 10 - 11AM (or schedule of nursery for holidays) Cannor Nursery 34261 Marshall Road Abbotsford Grand Squares host Square Dancing, Mondays – 7 pm – 10pm & Thursdays – 7:30pm – 9:30pm at the ASAA, 33889 Essendene Ave. www.abbotsfordseniorsass ciation@gmail.com Senior’s Exercise, Tuesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am at the ASAA, 33889 Essendene Ave. Email abbysocialactivityassoc@ gmail.com ALATEEN MEETS: Alateen, a part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is for young people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking, whether it’s a parent, sibling or friend.

Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m. at H.O.M.E. Society, 31581 South Fraser Way. Contacts: 604-855-1942 or 604-8265100 Abbotsford Valley Women’s Network Monthly Luncheon, 3rd Tuesday of every month (September - June) at The Phoenix Ballroom, 33780 King Road.

11:30am -1:30pm (come early for networking). $23 for luncheon. Reservations

required: Contact June Krause Friday before luncheon. wnabbycoordinator@gmail. com Abbotsford Learning Plus Classes, every Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m. till 12 noon at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 2499 McMillan Rd. Contact info: 778-8087377, www.learningplus.ca, abbylearnplus@gmail.com Widows Drop In Coffee Group, First & Third Thursday of Month, 9:45 am at the Abbotsford Hospice Society, 32780 Marshall Road. Call 604.852.2456 Rise and Shine Toastmasters Club 9453, Weekly meetings Fridays at University of Fraser Valley, Building A - Room 225.

Meeting time: 7:00 am - 8:20 am and begins promptly. (UFV School schedule is followed) Visitors are welcome Karaoke Every Friday – 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm & Every Wednesday – 2pm – 5pm Abbotsford Legion. More Info – 604.853.1711 or Visit – www.abbylegion.ca Fish and Chips, 1st Friday of the Month – 5 pm – 7 pm at the Abbotsford Legion More Info – 604-853.1711. www.abbylegion15@shaw.ca The Abbotsford Legion Hosts Steak Dinner, 3rd Friday of the Month, 5 pm -7 pm Abbotsford Legion, 2513

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Abbylegion.ca Abbotsford Farm & Country Market, Every Saturday, 9am – 1pm To December 16th.

Join the Market December 2nd for The Christmas Event.

Montrose Avenue (north of George Ferguson Way) www.afcm.ca The Abbotsford Legion Hosts A Meat Draw, Saturdays, 2 pm – 5 pm at the Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave www.abbylegion.ca Call 604.853.1711

What’s On! At the Abbotsford Libraries For a complete schedule of events happening at all 25 Fraser Valley Regional Libraries, visit us at www.fvrl.bc.ca and click on events!

Drop in to our popular weekly gatherings. (Please note, events do not take place on statutory holidays.)

Adult Colouring Club at the Clearbrook Library, Wednesdays, 1:30 pm – 3 pm Knit One! Knit All! at the Mount Lehman Library, Thursdays, 2 pm – 4 pm Kept in Stitches at the Abbotsford Community Library, Saturdays, 1 pm – 3 pm. Knit ‘n’ Stitch Club at the Clearbrook Library, Mondays 6:30 pm – 8 pm

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Winner of 2016 Business Excellence Award Agriculture and Agri-Business Excellence

WE ARE STILL HERE!!

Last 2017 Market Day is Dec 16th Saturdays 9am-1pm at Montrose Ave, north of George Ferguson Way. Join us on Dec 2nd for our Farm & Country Christmas event

www.afcm.ca Find us on Facebook Abbotsford Farm & Country Market

Help us show support for our Veterans and our community by supporting the 2017 Poppy Campaign and by joining your local Legion

Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival Celebrate Nature!!

November 18/19, 2017

Eagle Viewing

Boat Tours

Wildlife Displays

Souvenirs

Expert Speakers

Artisans

Guided Tours And More...

Delicious Food

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TAG (Teen Advisory Group) at the Clearbrook Library.

Teens! Gain volunteer hours for graduation, boost your resume, help the library, and have fun! Call the library at 604-859-7814 to find out how to register. Next meetings: Wednesday, Nov 1, and Dec 5, 6 pm – 7:30 pm.

Storytime. Introduce your children to the love of books and language. Storytime prepares children to learn to read. At Abbotsford Community Library, Wednesdays until Dec 20, 10:30 am – 11 am. At Clearbrook Library, Thursdays until Dec 21, 10:30 am – 11 am.

Pyjama Storytime. Come to the library before bed and tuck into a story! Clearbrook Library, Thursdays until Dec 21, 7 pm – 7:30 pm Open Mic Poetry and Blue Moon Readings at the Clearbrook Library Mondays, Nov 6 and 27, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Join Fraser Valley Poets Society members at these evenings of inspiration and bring your own poetic works to the microphone.

Babytime at the Clearbrook Library. Mondays, Nov 20 – Dec 11, 11:30 am – 12 pm. Make language fun and help your baby develop speech and language skills – enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories.

Conversation Circles at the Clearbrook Library.

Fridays until Dec 8, 10:15 am – 11:30 am. Join us to practice English in a fun and informal setting. Registration not required. Hosted by Abbotsford Community Services.

Find Your Gift at the Clearbrook Library.

Wednesdays until Nov 22, 10 am – 12 pm. Presented

by Xyolhemeylh, this sisterly gathering draws guidance from ancestors to focus on physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness and strengthens cultural connections. For more information or to register contact Raven Little at raven. little@xyolhemeylh.bc.ca or call/text at 604-615-1480.

Tool Time. A youth program hosted by Xyolhemeylh Fraser Valley Aboriginal Child and Family Services. Clearbrook Library, Tuesdays until Nov 28, 3 pm – 5 pm. Join us after school for discussions, movies, and socializing with friends in a positive environment. For teens ages 12-18. For more information or to register contact Raven Little at raven.little@ xyolhemeylh.bc.ca or call/text at 604-615-1480.

Big Fall Book Sale! At the Clearbrook Library. Saturday, Nov 18, 10 am – 4 pm Sunday, Nov 19, 10 am – 3 pm. Join us at our semiannual sale for books, DVDs, audiobooks, magazines, and more for all ages and tastes

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at bargain prices. Gently used puzzles too. Hosted by the Friends of the Abbotsford Libraries.

Welcome To Your Android!

At the Abbotsford Community Library Wednesday, Nov 22, 6 pm – 7 pm. Brent Adolph, Computer Manager at London Drugs, offers valuable tips and hints about using your Android smartphone or tablet. Please register by visiting the library or calling 604-853-1753.

Ukulele Jam at the Clearbrook Library. Saturday, Nov 25, 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm New to the ukulele? Learn how to read chords and some simple songs. Please bring your instrument.

What’s On At The Abbotsford Arts Council Semblance: A New and Mixed Media Exhibition October 21 – November 21.

This exhibition hopes to challenge the viewer’s perspective of what they consider art to be while offering opportunities for education and understanding of the specific works. Reception October 21st 6-8pm at the Kariton Art Gallery, 2387 Ware Street. www. abbotsfordartscouncil.com Reworked and Reassembled November 25 – December 19. Using found objects in their work, Lianne Mitchell and Alex Stewart, artists of Reworked

and Reassembled, transform our perceptions of the everyday and inspire us to rethink what we are seeing. Reception November 25th 6-8pm. Kariton Art Gallery, 2387 Ware Street. www.abbotsfordartscouncil. com “Painting Canada 150!”

November 25 – December 19. The Gurmat Center has selected 15 creative students to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday by painting all 10 provinces and 3 territories, with one painting dedicated to our first Prime Minister, Sir John A. Macdonald.

The watercolour paintings reflect the unique culture and historical symbolism of our entire country.

While engaging in artistic expression, Gurmat Center youth has learned so much about Canada’s rich heritage and gave special meaning to Canada’s 150th anniversary.”

Kariton Art Gallery, 2387 Ware Street. www. abbotsfordartscouncil.com Downtown Abbotsford Night Market December 2 from 3pm - 9pm. The Abbotsford Arts Council is hosting a night market to feature artwork of a wide variety of mediums, handmade by local artists at the downtown tree lighting, Winter Jubilee.

Downtown Abbotsford. www. abbotsfordartscouncil.com

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CHICKEN CRISPER Sandwich Refugee Photography Workshops October 25th - December 6 - 7pm - 8:30pm. The Abbotsford Arts Council, Cameras for Change, Abbotsford Community Services, Telus, and Abbotsford Photo Arts Club are partnering to create a seven week series of photography workshops to provide youth ages 16 – 25 living in Abbotsford a positive and creative outlet to express themselves through the medium. The series will include five workshops instructed by professional photographers and two field trips. Kariton Art Gallery, 2387 Ware Street. www.abbotsfordartscouncil.com

What’s On! at the Abbotsford Youth Commission Red Cross Babysitter’s Training (11yrs-15yrs) Saturday November 4 9am - 4:30pm / Friday November 24 9am - 4:30pm / Saturday December 16 9am - 4:30pm.

Cost: $55. Location: Varies Info at www.abbyyouth. com or call 604-854-8785 FoodSafe (14yrs-18yrs), Friday November 24 - 9am 4:30pm. Cost: $45. Location: AYC Youth Centre at MRC. Info at www.abbyyouth. com or call 604-854-8785.

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Employment Readiness (14yrs-18yrs), Thursday November 23 9am - 4pm FREE. Location: AYC Youth Centre at MRC. Info at www.abbyyouth.com or call 604-854-8785.

Drop-In Basketball (12yrs18yrs), Wednesdays 8pm - 10pm. FREE. Location: Abbotsford Middle School.

Info at www.abbyyouth. com or call 604-854-8785.

Drop-In Floor Hockey & Soccer (12yrs-18yrs), Thursdays 3:30pm - 5pm.

FREE. Location: Ag-Rec Centre, Gate 2. Info at www. abbyyouth.com or call 604854-8785.

Free Dinner Nights (12yrs18yrs), November 3, December 1 - Location: AYC Youth Centre at MRC. November 17, December 15. Location: AYC Youth Centre at ARC. Info at www. abbyyouth.com or call 604854-8785.

November NOVEMBER 3 Comedy Calls Fundraiser for the Telecare Crisis & Caring Line, 7pm at Ross Road Community Church, 3160 Ross Road. admin@telecarebc.com, www.telecarebc.com. Tickets $25 at comedycalls.eventbrite.ca

NOVEMBER 4 The Royal Artisan Market at Prince Charles Elementary 35410 McKee Road, 10am – 3pm.

Admission by Donation Valley Concert Society Bursary Winners’ Concert: Ten Years of Talent at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way. Contact for more info: www. valleyconcertsociety. com, 604-289-3377 NOVEMBER 5 Cascadia Remembers - A Tribute to the Liberators, 2:30pm at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium.

Website for more info: www. cascadiawindensemble.org Facebook: Cascadia Wind Ensemble NOVEMBER 7 Let It Be – Celebration of the Music of the Beatles, 7:30pm at Abbotsford Centre, 33800 King Road. www.abbotsfordcentre Tickets – www.ticketmaster.ca

By Phone: 855.985.5000 NOVEMBER 8 Aromatherapy with Jeri Lynn, 6:30pm at Choices Market, 3033 Immel Street.

Free. Registration Required: www.choicemarket.com

Monthly Meeting of Soroptimist International of Abbotsford-Mission, 6pm at Chances Casino Meeting Room, 30835 Peardonville Rd. Contact for more info: siabbotsford.mission@ soroptimist.net NOVEMBER 10 Friday Night Blues Jam - The Fraser Valley Blues Society’s Monthly Jam, 7pm at the Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene. No Cover Charge.

Cash Only Venue, Donations gratefully accepted. More info: www.fraservalleyblues. com Mamba Fight Night, 7 pm at Abbotsford Centre, 33800 King Road. www. abbotsfordcentre Tickets – www.ticketmaster.ca By Phone 855.985.5000 NOVEMBER 10 & 11, 15 – 18 Gallery 7 Theatre presents PETER AND THE STARCATCHER By Rick Elice | Based on the novel by Dave Barry & Ridley Pearson | Music by Wayne Barker.

7:30pm. Matinees: Nov. 11 & 18 @ 2:00pm. Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way. www.gallery7theatre.com NOVEMBER 11 Remembrance Day Open House, following Cenotaph Ceremony at the Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. www.abbylegion.ca Call 604.853.1711

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NOVEMBER 15 Boost Your Brain Naturally, 6:30pm at Choices Market, 3033Immel Street. Free. Registration Required at www.choicemarket.com NOVEMBER 18 Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, 5pm – 6pm at High Street Shopping Centre, 3122 Mt. Lehman Road. www.highstreetfv.com Dallas Smith, 7pm at Abbotsford Centre. Info at www. abbotsfordcentre. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.ca By Phone: 855.985.5000 Holiday Portraits in the Park, 10am – 4pm at Ellwood Park. Session Fee - $35 100% Proceeds to Mission Christmas Bureau.

NOVEMBER 19 West Coast Christmas Show, 10:45am at Tradex.

Western Canada’s leading holiday season show that brings together holiday gifts, fancy foods, personal services, decor ideas, festive live florals and culinary presentations under one roof. www. westcoastchristmasshow.com NOVEMBER 23 Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards, 5:30pm at Tradex, 1190 Cornell Street. Tickets/Information carole@abbotsfordchamber. com www.abbotsfordchamber. com or call 604.859.9651.

NOVEMBER 25 Fraser Valley Blues Society presents Mark Crissinger Band/Dance, doors 7pm at the Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene. $20 Advance / $25 @ Door.

Large wooden dance floor for your dancing pleasure.

Tickets can be purchased with cash at: Eagles Lounge, Long & McQuade Abbotsford, Jazz-Ma-Tazz, FreeWheelin’ Records. Cash Only Venue www.fraservalleyblues.com Abby Fest, opening ceremonies 10am at Abbotsford Centre, 33800 King Road. Come and experience your community at Abbotsford’s largest community gathering. For information on the venue or our lineup of exhibitors and entertainment, visit our web site at http://www.abbyfest. com NOVEMBER 25 - 26 The Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market at The Tradex, 1190 Cornell Street.

November 25, 9am – 4pm / November 26, 10am – 4pm. www.theoldefarmhouse.ca Ph. 604.861.6997

December DECEMBER 1 Jerry Seinfeld, 7pm at Abbotsford Centre, 33800 King Road. Tickets: ticketmaster.ca by Phone: 855.985.5000 www. abbotsfordcentre.com

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DECEMBER 2 28th Annual Winter Jubilee & Tree Lighting, 5pm -10pm in Historic Downtown, Montrose & Essendene. Free. www.downtownabbotsford.ca DECEMBER 3 Christmas Concert in Hope, 2pm at Grace Baptist Church, Hope. http://www. cascadiawindensemble.org/ Facebook: Cascadia Wind Ensemble DECEMBER 5 Valley Concert Society presents Sheku KannehMason, Cellist. Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way. www.valleyconcertsociety. com, 604-289-3377 DECEMBER 8 Friday Night Blues Jam - The Fraser Valley Blues Society’s Monthly Jam, doors 7pm at the Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene. No Cover Charge. Cash Only Venue, Donations gratefully accepted. More info: www. fraservalleyblues.com DECEMBER 13 Monthly Meeting of Soroptimist International of Abbotsford-Mission, 6pm in the Vancity Community Room - 150-32555 London Ave.For more info: siabbotsford.mission@ soroptimist.net DECEMBER 15 - 16 Abbotsford Children’s Theatre presents “Anne of Green Gables”. Friday, December 15th @ 7:00 pm / Saturday, December

16th @ 1:00 pm. Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 32315 S. Fraser Way. www. abbotsfordchildrenstheatre. org DECEMBER 15 - 16 Songs, String and Steps: Christmas Sweets with Calvin Dyck, Abbotsford Youth Orchestra, Pacific Mennonite Choir and Fraser Valley Academy of Dance.

December 15th & 16, 7pm December 16, 2pm at Gateway Church. Tickets at House of James, King’s Music or Eventbrite.ca.

DECEMBER 16 Cascadia Wind Ensemble Christmas Concert in Abbotsford, 7:30pm at the Calvin Presbyterian Church. http://www. cascadiawindensemble.org/ Facebook: Cascadia Wind Ensemble DECEMBER 17 Suburban Swing presents Masquerade Ball, 7:30pm at Suburban Swing Hall, 33889 Essendene. Facebook: Suburban Swing DECEMBER 30 - 31 Harlem Globetrotters at Abbotsford Centre.

December 30, 7 pm / December 31, 2pm.

Abbotsford Centre, 33800 King Road. www. abbotsfordcentre.ca Tickets: www.ticketmaster.ca or by Phone at 855.985.5000.

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CHRISTMAS SWEETS Songs Strings and Steps is an annual Christmas tradition in Abbotsford. Produced by Calvin Dyck, this year’s concert features a variety of local and professional artists in unique combinations. “Christmas Sweets” will involve a number of suites; suites of carols and the famous Nutcracker Suite by Tchaikovsky.

The first half of the show will feature the entire 2nd Act of the Nutcracker performed by a full orchestra and the renowned dancers from Fraser Valley Academy of Dance directed by John Carney. The plan is to place the orchestra on the floor and give the entire stage at Gateway Church to the dancers. In addition, the team is working on a plan to create a 60 x 30 foot screen to project backdrops.

The second half of the show will feature the enchanting Pacific Mennonite Children’s Choir directed by Betty-Ann Vroom, the epic tenor Michael Berg singing “Mary did you Know?” and the talented Abbotsford Youth Orchestra along with professionals playing some new arrangements of the familiar carols as well as a choreographed version of “Jingle Bells” by Barrage. In addition, the audience will be invited to sing classic carols with the orchestra, and there will be a re-telling of the real Christmas story.

Creative artist Janet Weston will be helping to decorate the stage, and Songs Strings and Steps is hiring professional sound and lighting techs to present the show. There will be costumes, and surprises for the audience, and of course some unique Christmas sweets to taste.

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Featuring CALVIN DYCK | ABBOTSFORD YOUTH ORCHESTRA PACIFIC MENNONITE CHILDREN'S CHOIR FRASER VALLEY ACADEMY OF DANCE

December 15th 7pm December 16th 2pm December 16th 7pm GATEWAY CHURCH ABBOTSFORD

There will be three shows on December 15th and 16th at Gateway Church. You are encouraged to car pool.

Tickets are $25 and $12 and can be purchased at House of James or King’s Music, or online at Event Brite.

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Peter Pan Prequel Promises Magic & Adventure for Families Gallery 7 Theatre is inviting families to enjoy the magical musical adventure, Peter and the Starcatcher, this November at the Abbotsford Arts Centre. Described as an “absurdly funny fantastical journey”

by Entertainment Weekly and “clever and joyous entertainment” by Backstage, Peter and the Starcatcher is the exciting story of how an orphan boy becomes the legendary Peter Pan. Featuring ships sailing the wild seas, singing mermaids and a trunk with a mysterious treasure starstuff, Peter and the Starcatcher promises to be a highly entertaining theatre experience for theatre goers of all ages.

Directing the cast of 16 actors who will play over 100 characters, is John Trottier. Holding a BA, BEd and a graduate diploma in Arts Education, Trottier has numerous stage, film and TV acting credits and has directed and taught theatre at TWU and Kwantlen College . This show will mark Trottier’s fifth directing project for Gallery 7 Theatre.

“Peter and the Starcatcher is truly a unique play and a departure from traditional storytelling,” explains Trottier. “What makes it unique is that everyone will realize they have a bit of Peter Pan in them and always had. They just needed a little reminder to bring that to the surface.”

The production will feature the acting talents of performers from through-out the Fraser Valley. Taking on the role of Peter is newcomer, Miles Merry, while Molly, the precocious young adventurer, is being played by Emily Smith. Rounding out the cast are Ahnika Barber, Will Davis, Rebecca Dougan, Indie Garrett, Jim Harrison, Ellis Hull, Jonas Janz, Glen Kask, Rebecca Laurenti, Cameron McKerchar, Evan Rachwalski, Raelyn Schatz, Elizabeth Seaman, Chris Sherwood, Brennah Toews and Amelia Trottier.

A highly talented team of designers have been recruited to help realize Trottier’s creative vision for the show: set design is by UFV theatre student, Matthew Piton, costume design is by Jina Chatterton, lighting design is by Calvin Baker, props design is by Dianna Lewis, and stage management is by Brittany Suderman.

Musical direction is provided by Tanya Trottier and choreography is

by Tessa Trach, who co-choreographed last season’s hit production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.

“The show is about family, connections, redemption and dreams,” according to Trottier. “It is a wonderful show for both children and adults alike filled with amazing characters and wonderful comedy.”

Peter and the Starcatcher runs for two weekends only, November 10 & 11, 15 – 18, 2017 at 7:30 PM with matinees on Nov. 11 & 18 at 2:00 PM at the Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford. For tickets and more information, please visit www.gallery7theatre.com or call House of James, 604-852-3701.

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While CIVL is still soliciting for sponsors and partners to help provide more value to the talented and diverse crop of Fraser Valley artists, here are some of the items we have lined up for winners and nominees: Early judges lined up to adjudicate this second annual event include Wide Mouth Mason singer/songwriter Shaun Verreault, Pat Steward (The Odds, Bryan Adams, Matthew Good) and former Peak Performance Project winner Jordan Klassen, an Abbotsford native whose new album “Big Intruder” was released last month on Nevado Records.

Other judges will include Georgia Straight Jazz writer Guy MacPherson, JAZZFM91’s Brad Barker, members of the Fraser Valley Blues Society, CIVL volunteers and programmers, and various partners and sponsors. To find out more or to participate yourself, email fvma@civl.ca.

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The Stage in Mission is offering $4,800 in local gigs over the course of the next year to FVMA winners and nominees in a monthly showcase at their burgeoning venue; Vancouver’s NIMBUS School of Recording and Media is offering a 12 hours of studio recording and mixing overseen by one of their professional supervisors; The Mission Folk Music Festival is offering a spot at their 2018 festival roster; Jam in Jubilee is offering a headlining spot on the 2018 festival roster; What’s On! Abbotsford will feature a full page for each of up to 12 FVMA category winners, and another full page for the WoA Artist of the Year in a social media contest; Hope, BC

based Connect Media is offering a winner social media management for two months + $400 towards advertising that they will manage as well.

CIVL is also looking forward to the second #FVMABattle series, awarding the Dakota Leslie Live Performance of the Year a base $750. The semi-finals for the #FVMABattle2017 will take place on November 24th at The Stage in Mission, and will feature the winners from the preliminary rounds of Battle events.

A final deadline for FVMA applications will be announced in the coming weeks, as well as a nomination celebration, more prizes, and more #FVMABattle2017 dates as well!

To advertise call 604-832-3130 or email WhatsOnAdSales@gmail.com

ANNE OF GREEN GABLES To help celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday, Abbotsford Children’s Theatre is bringing a Canadian classic to the stage ‘ANNE OF GREEN GABLES’. Casting is complete and rehearsals are underway with 40 young actors participating in the production.

Produced by special arrangement with “THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY

Tickets: $12.00 in advance / $14.00 at the door Ticket Outlets: Å Jazz-Ma-Tazz Å Tourism Abbotsford Å The Reach Gallery Museum Å online at www.abbotsfordchildrenstheatre.org

Author Lucy Maud Montgomery wrote the story of ANNE (with an e) in 1908. It became an instant success with readers young and old and is still one of our most beloved stories. The story of Anne, a spritely, red headed and imaginative girl has captured the hearts of everyone.

She makes us laugh and cry at her antics and her over dramatizing of life at Green Gables. Marilla and Matthew become her caregivers after she arrives from an orphanage; they wanted a boy but it didn’t take long for Anne to win them over.

Other characters from Avonlea make an appearance and there is mayhem and merriment as we watch Anne

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grow from a young girl to a young lady. Of course, there is a love interest as Gilbert tries desperately to win her heart.

Join ABBOTSFORD CHILDREN’S THEATRE and support young theatrical talent. This production is suitable for all ages.

Tickets: $12 advance/ $14 door. Purchase tickets at: The Reach Gallery Museum, Tourism Abbotsford, Jazz-Ma-Tazz or through our website.

MORE INFO: www.abbotsfordchildrenstheatre.org email: acttheatre@hotmail.com

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Abbotsford Learning Plus Classes Location: Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 2499 McMillan Road Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. till 12 noon Cost: $5 drop in + $2 ARC fee

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CLARKE THEATRE

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All welcome!

Christmas Tea Silent Auction with the Christmas Tea Tuesday, December 12th Location: Abbotsford Recreation Centre Time: December 12th, 10 a.m. till 12 noon

Free for All! Senior Activity Centre, 2499 McMillan Road, Abbotsford Tuesday and Thursday - 10:00 am - noon

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Mission Coffee House Concert Series 2017/2018

Open stage 7pm (hosted by Kitchen Sync) Main Act 8pm Admission $10.00 at the door Saturday, October 21, 2017 - Solomon Janzen Saturday, November 25, 2017 - Molly Wilson Saturday, January 20, 2018 - Matt Lowen Saturday, February 24, 2018 - Markaren Saturday, March 17, 2018 - Brennan Sinclair Saturday, April 21, 2018 - Arnold Shoichet Saturday, May 12, 2018 - PK Tessman

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The Sounds of the Season Saturday, December 9th, 2017 at 7pm Tickets $15.00 - available from choir members, at the door or at www.eventbrite.com Calvin Presbyterian Church, 33911 Hazelwood Ave. Abbotsford Patial proceeds go to Abbotsford/Mission Food Bank

Facebook.com/missioncoffeehouse Cafetorium at the Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave, Mission BC Sponsored by Pantry Natural Foods, Clarke Foundation Theatre and Stepping Stone Music Company

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Where Everyone Comes to Play

Live Music Fridays Admission by donation - 100% goes to the Bands Doors open at 7:30pm - Music starts at 9pm 11.3.17 – Illiteratty (folk) 11.10.17 – Norine Braun (blues/folk/soul) 11.17.17 – Lonesome Town Painters (bluegrass) 11.24.17 – CIVL FVMA Battle of the Bands 12.01.17 – Candlelight Parade After Party with Mission Folk Music Festival

Special Events Saturdays 11.11.17 - The DRAG Show & Dinner 11.18.17 - CIVL Battle of the Bands 11.25.17 - Movember Pub Night Fundraiser 12.09.17 - GAY Music Bingo 12.16.17 - Ugly Sweater Dance Party 12.23.17 - The DRAG Show & Dinner Family Christmas RENT The Stage for your next Party! Got NYE Plans yet?!

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“Sleigh-bells Ring” A Christmas market Hosted by Tiger Lily Home

November 18, 2017 10am-4pm

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November 17-19 ABBOTSFORD TRADEX

Holiday Shopping…

Unwrapped! ❆ Hundreds of exhibits ❆ Unique gifts by local artisans ❆ Gourmet foods & holiday menu ideas ❆ Fresh floral décor for your home

Visit the Artisan Marketplace: Featuring over 140 artisans, many on Etsy, presenting their own creations, the show is the perfect place to find something for everyone on your list. We’re talking one-of-a-kind Christmas ornaments, unique jewelry and lots for the guys on your list.

❆ Live Christmas music ❆ Festival of decorated Christmas trees ❆ Holiday seminars & workshops ❆ Santa’s Workshop featuring children’s activity area ❆ Ugly Sweater Contest

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Join Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturday, November 18th for a scrumptious pancake breakfast. There will be a variety of entertainment including some exciting acrobatics with The Triumph Acrobatic Arts team. Santa will be available for photos with the children at the conclusion of breakfast. Please bring your cameras or phones to capture the magic of the morning. Visit westcoastchristmasshow.com for details on this ticketed event.

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Everyone Deserves the opportunity to build a better life.

Too many families spend their days struggling to keep an affordable roof over their heads. That struggle often involves agonizing choices. Choices like do they heat their home this month or do they pay the rent?

Second jobs, extra shifts. Moves to neighborhoods that are less safe, where schools might not be as good. Deeper debt. Less spent on health care and healthy food. Too many children for too few rooms. Unsafe, rodent or bug infested, inadequate housing. When housing isn’t affordable and secure, families suffer.

You can help Habitat provide a hand up—not a hand out, by volunteering, donating, and shopping and donating to ReStore!

What are Habitat ReStores, and how does it help my community?

ReStores are home and building supply stores that accept and resell quality new and used building materials. You save money and you are helping build homes for local families.

Shopping at a Habitat ReStore is an environmentally conscious decision, as much of what is sold is diverted from your local landfill.

How much do ReStores reduce wastage? Last year Habitat saved 36,000 tons of materials from our Canadian landfills Habitats’ ReStores in Abbotsford and Chilliwack cover all administration, management and fundraising costs for our affiliate. Plus, they contribute money to buy land and build homes. This ensures that 100% of every cash donation goes directly to build homes.

What type of items can be donated to my ReStore?

Stores accept a wide range of new and gently used items. Commonly donated items include windows, doors, paint, hardware, lumber, tools, lighting fixtures, furniture and appliances and more. To donate goods, please send pictures to restoredonate@habitatufv.ca.

Donations may be dropped off or we can pick up.

building strength, stability, self-reliance and shelter Abbotsford ReStore 31877 South Fraser Way 604-557-1020

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Annual Holiday

T y Drive Join us in the spirit of Christmas and make the holidays a bit brighter for deserving families in our community!

From November 27th to December 21st, drop off any new and unopened toys at Clayburn Dental in Abbotsford. For every toy that you bring in, we will match your donation with an additional toy.

This year, we are thrilled to be partnering with the Abbotsford Community Services Food Bank & Christmas Bureau to spread holiday joy through providing toys and gifts to families and children living in communities throughout the Fraser Valley. www.clayburndental.com

Date: November 27th to December 21st Address: 400 – 3033 Immel St Abbotsford, BC V2S 6S2 Mon-Thu: 7am – 9pm Fri: 7am – 5pm Sat: 8am – 4:30pm Sun: 9am – 5pm