What's On! Mission January / February 2019

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WINTER PROJECTS Happy New Year! Stay inside, warm, and productive with a new home improvement project.

While you won’t want to be outside in the cold this time of year, there’s always something to improve around the house. Try out these projects to stay busy and keep your home looking its best in 2019.

REPAINT A ROOM!

DIY PLANK ACCENT WALL Why not try out a new accent wall? An alternative to creating a painted accent wall, the wood planks look more rustic and different! By using a variety of dimensional lumber, sanding it down, staining it, and affixing it to your wall, you can make your own DIY plank feature. Our wide selection of different stains will give your wall some pop, and stand out from the rest.

Winter is the perfect time for this project, no guilt for staying indoors, and you can spruce up the house for the new year! Here are some helpful tips to consider when planning a re-paint job: • Start with the right tools! It is vital that you start any painting project with both high quality paints and applicators. You will likely spend more money up-front for these materials, but in the long run, you will save yourself both time and money.

• Be prepared and proactive! Take measurements before heading to the store to purchase. Always purchase a little extra paint in case you need to apply touch-ups in the future.

• Before applying the primer and paint, ensure proper ventilation in the area you will be painting, especially if using oil-based paint.

A new sale each week ensures that your painting project won’t break the bank! Come and see the wide variety of paint to choose from, including Benjamin Moore, SICO, and Rona.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR, MISSION! I can't believe how fast 2018 flew by! I guess that’s what happens when you're having fun. My rookie year as the owner of What's On! has taught me so much and allowed me to meet some amazing #LOVEMISSIONBC people. I'm extremely thankful to all the businesses, organizations and friends who have supported me on this venture.

It has been exciting to see Mission’s

businesses, organizations and the sense of community grow throughout the year. I listened to stories and learned from the people that make Mission so rich and diverse. When reflecting on 2018, I love knowing that Mission comes together in times of need and in times of celebration.

When you browse through What’s On!, I hope you can see our Mission as I do.

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CONTENTS: Economic Development & Tourism

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January Events

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Chamber of Commerce

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Mission Arts Centre

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February Events

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Recurring Events

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Youth in the Community

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What’s On! Mission is published under license from Blueberry Publications Mission

Publisher/Owner: Ellen Nguyen WhatsOnMission@live.ca • 604.308.6380 Distribution: Myung Youn and MACL Employment Services

WhatsOnMission@live.ca • www.WhatsOnMission.ca DISCLAIMER: While we strive to provide the most up-to-date information on events and activities in Mission, all details of the events and activities are subject to change. We recommend that you contact the organizer directly to confirm details and avoid potential disappointment. The published material, adverts, editorials and all other content are published in good faith. Any opinions or claims expressed or made in any article or advert is the opinion/claim of its author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of What’s On! Magazine. All rights reserved and nothing can, partially or in whole, be reprinted or reproduced without a written consent. What’s On! magazines are individually owned and operated, and published under license from Blueberry Publications.

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Vik’s Tips for a Healthy New Year...

DO NOT OVERDO IT THE FIRST WEEK!

HAVE FUN DOING WHAT YOU’RE DOING.

This is Rule #1. Ease into your routine, starting off with maybe just 2 or 3 workouts a week. Then add an extra 1 or 2 from there.

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GIVE YOUR BODY A BREAK AND REST WHEN NEEDED.

SET A BASELINE.

You will not make long term improvements by jumping into a program 5x a week and stressing your muscles and body out.

Measurements and goal tracking are key to a successful start. The scale may not move for a little while so knowing you’re getting stronger and losing the unwanted inches will keep you motivated.

PLAN WEEKLY MEALS.

NO CRASH DIETS.

This will make all the difference. Plan weekly to guarantee you’re not ending up hungry and going to fast and unhealthy snacks.

Proper nutrition is vital for proper human function. Do not go to diets that will leave you feeling horrible and sluggish.

Feeling great goes side by side with looking great!

HAVE AN ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM.

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2018 Year in Review The Economic Development Department plans to hit the ground running this year, building on the momentum gained across their key objectives in 2018. With the expansion of the tourism mandate, along with project initiatives including the Stave West Recreation Area and the Mission Waterfront Revitalization Strategy, 2019 is expected to be as busy and diverse as the last.

The tourism portfolio has seen many of the tactics outlined in the two year business plan reach completion. Highlights have included:

• In partnership with the Fraser Valley Mountain Bike Association, the development of a mountain bike skills park at Mill Pond is underway and scheduled for completion early in 2019.

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• Meeting over 40 stakeholder’s to-date to discuss the tourism development plan and garner business and partnership support.

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• Over 30 businesses have now completed their “Google My Businessâ€? listing, including the all-important 360° interior images of each business.

• Productions included Great American Railroad Journeys, Signed, Sealed, and Delivered, The Victoria Gotti Story and the Art of Racing in the Rain.

• The creation of two new promotional videos: one in partnership with Maple Ridge to promote the Woodlot Mountain Bike Trail and one with the Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival. • 200+ campsites are now open within the Stave West Recreation Area.

While it will continue to have an industrial function; increasingly it is being viewed in terms of the opportunities it presents for high-density residential and mixeduse, light industrial and institutional development. The purpose of current efforts is to identify the best approach to create an achievable plan to coordinate waterfront revitalization efforts.

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Check out this page in future editions to get updates on some of the goals for 2019, including the handover of Visitor Services in May, a new tourism brand and website and the creation of a tourism committee to provide advice and strategic direction to Council. Additionally, watch for important community updates on waterfront revitalization efforts, as well as efforts to develop more local employment opportunities.

To advertise call 604.308.6380 or e-mail WhatsOnMission@live.ca 6 Keeping in touch with the business of Mission, BC, Canada • www.missionbizenews.ca

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Welcome 2019. Now’s the time to take personal inventory, reflect, set goals.

Wherever this fresh beginning takes you, seize the opportunity and make it count!

If taking charge of your personal finances is on your list start by making sure you file your taxes on time. This single step helps avoid trouble with Canada Revenue Agency.

Important upcoming dates • February 28, 2019 - T4’s, T5’s and other earning slips must be filed with the CRA; you may receive your copies before or a little after this date • March 1, 2019 – make RRSP contributions to be deductible against 2018 income • April 1, 2019 - T3 slips for investments in mutual funds, or as a beneficiary of a family trust must be filed with the CRA; you may receive your copies after this date • April 30, 2019 Payment of 2018 income tax is due for all individuals - Filing deadline for 2018 personal income tax return • June 17, 2019 - Filing deadline for 2018 personal income tax return for Individuals with self-employment income

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Some of the services I can provide for you include: • Accounting and financial statement preparation.

• Personal and business taxes (Corporations, partnerships, proprietorships) • Bookkeeping

LET’S WORK TOGETHER Come see me at my office located inside the Mission Chamber of Commerce.

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EVENTS!

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Submit events for FREE to whatsonmission@ live.ca. All events submitted that are in Mission and open to the public will be included in the Events Calendar, at whatsonmission.ca, on Facebook and Twitter.

ONE ACTOR. ONE AUDIENCE MEMBER. ONE BLIND DATE.

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January 6 at the Clarke Theatre!

Tess Degenstein; photo by Little Blue Lemon Photography

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January 1 2nd Annual Mission Polar Bear Swim presented by Mission Girls U12 Gothia Cup Soccer Team, 10:30am -12pm, Hayward Lake. Music, hot chocolate, pizza, campfires. Par al proceeds donated to Mission Christmas Bureau. Cost: $12 per person or $45 for a family of 5.

Register at www.eventbrite.ca January 3 Connect Now, Mission Lunch, 11:30am – 1:30pm, Mission Springs, www.connectnowbusinessnetwork. com. Growing Businesses through Connec ng Entrepreneurs January 4 First Friday at SPARK art collec ve, 5 – 9pm, 202-33072 1st Ave. Local Ar st Gallery Showing, Live Music & All Ages Open Mic. For more info: www.sparkart.ca

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January 6 Arts Club Theatre Company presents. BLIND DATE Starring Tess Degenstein A Spontaneous Theatre crea on by Rebecca Northan, Curtain 7:30pm, Clarke Theatre, 33700 Pren s Ave. Tickets at Artsclub.com or 604-629-8849

January 7 – March 1 Training for Succe$$, FREE Employment Services and Support Program, Mission Community Skills Centre Society, #201- 33123 1st Ave. Find us on Facebook or Craigslist. For more info: 778-982-0626. Looking for a good job fit? This program includes: Career Planning and employment counselling; Computer Training; Job Skills Development; Cer fica on or training; Connec ons to available jobs and wage subsidy

Lovestruck an Evening with the Music of Stevie Ray Vaughan, 7 – 11pm, MNET Radio Music Hall, #203 31510 Gill Ave. Ticket informa on at www.mnetradio.com or the MNET Radio Music Hall and OLDE News Vintage and Vinyl of First Ave. Come be a part of the Fraser Valley’s newest and most incredible performance venue!

January 8 Mission Book Club, 7 - 8pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave.604-826-6610

January 5 Fraser Valley Humane Society Bo le & Can Drive. Drop off at shelter from 10am – 4pm, 33103 N. Railway OR take it to Mission Depot Encorp Return-It Express Use. For more informa on, 604-820-2977. Did you know you can bring returnables any me the shelter is open?

January 9 Mission Friends of the Library Mee ngs, (2 – 3pm), Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-826-6610

January 8 – January 19 “Peggy Staber Memorial Exhibi on” a juried exhibi on of artwork of community submissions. The theme this year is “Down on the Farm”, Opening Recep on: Saturday, January 12 - 1 - 4pm in The Rock Family Gallery at the Mission Arts Centre, 33529 First Ave. For more informa on and our Gallery hours visit www.missionartscouncil.ca or call 604-826-0029

BeTween the Pages Book Club (Registra on required, for ages 9-12), 3:30 – 4:30pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-8266610

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January 10 16th Annual Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards Nomina ons Deadline.

Organiza ons and individuals in Abbotsford, Mission, Langley and Chilliwack are encouraged to apply or nominate others by January 10th, 2019. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony in March 2019 at the Quality Hotel & Conference Centre. Categories include: Inclusive Environment, Marke ng, Innova ve Ini a ve, Champion of Diversity (Youth and Adult) and Effec ve Human Resources Strategies. Nomina ons may be submi ed online at www.diversityawards.ca or by

contac ng Patricia Driessen at cda@ abbotsfordcommunityservices.com or 604-308-5673 January 11 Drag Queen Music Bingo, 7pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Cover $5, www.thestageinmission.ca January 12 Tucked & Loaded: THE Drag Party!

Doors at 7pm, Show at 9pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door, www.thestageinmission.ca for ckets

Stave Falls Elementary K-6 Public School 30204 Brackley Ave. Mission,BC

Mission Coffee House, 7 pm, Heritage Park Centre Cafeteria, 33700 Pren s Ave. Tickets at the Door

Stave Fall Elementary Parent Informa on Night, 6:30 – 7:30pm, Firehall #2, 30514 Dewdney Trunk Rd. www.mpsd.ca

Adriana Lecouvreur (Cilea) Italian w/e.s.t. - Metropolitan Opera, 9:55am, SilverCity Mission Cinemas, The Junc on Plaza, 32555 London Ave. For Tickets, (604) 820-2733

January 14-18 Stave Falls Elementary Registra on Period, 10am – 2pm, District Educa on Office, 33046 -4th Ave. www.mpsd.ca

January 14 Monthly Spin-In for Mission Weavers & Spinners Guild Members, 1 - 3pm, LoomRoom at Trendy or What Knot Yarns & Gi s, 33118A First Ave. Bring your spinning wheel! 604287-5668 missionwsg@gmail.com

January 16 Mission Word Keepers, 7 – 8:30pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604826-6610

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Grow Your Garden’s Wow Factor!

BC Curriculum Place-based outdoor learning Aboriginal worldviews Eco-literacy

FOR GARDENERS, PLANT LOVERS & TREE ENTHUSIASTS

Stewardship Inquiry, experiential and handson learning Extra-curricular sports & music Think and wonder

REGISTRATION JANUARY 14-18, 2019 10-2pm District Education office 33046 – 4 th Ave Mission, BC OR Online at www.mpsd.ca PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT

Wonder and think - Dr. Seuss

Featuring Michael K. Lascelle, (ODH), Certified Arbourist and Landscape Designer

Thursday, January 17th at Mission Leisure Centre

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Doors open at 6:30 PM ~ Program to start at 7:00 Refreshments, demos, prizes, and more!

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January 17 Open House Hosted by Mission Communi es in Bloom: Grow Your Garden’s Wow Factor! For Gardeners, Plant Lovers & Tree Enthusiasts, Door at 6:30pm, Program Start at 7pm, Mission Leisure Centre. Featuring Michael K. Lascelle, (ODH), Cer ďŹ ed Arbourist and Landscape Designer January 18 Business Excellence Awards Gala, 6 – 9pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Social Hour 6pm, Dinner 7pm, Awards 7:30pm, Champagne Celebra on 9pm. Cash Bar. Black Tie Evening, Dress to Impress. Buy ckets online: www.Missionchamber.bc.ca January 18 - 20 Mission Masters Bonspiel, Mission Leisure Center ~ Curling Club, 7650 Grand St. Website: www. missioncurling.ca or email: info@ missioncurling.ca January 19 The Great Trivia Night, 7pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Cover $5. www.thestageinmission.ca Locarno, 8pm, Harrison Memorial Hall, 290 Esplanade Ave, Harrison Hot Springs. For more info: harrisonfes val.com/info@ harrisonfes val.com

The Connect Now Holiday Gala & Celebra on, 5pm, The Rancho, 35110 Delair Rd, Abbotsford. For more info, www.CNBN.ca January 21 Reel On The River at SilverCity: ANTHROPOCENE: The Human Epoch, 7pm, SilverCity Mission, 32555 London Ave. Series passes $35 or $10 at the door or at Shoppers Drug Mart in Mission and Jaz-Ma-Tazz in Abbotsford. More info at www.reelontheriver.ca January 22 Open House at Mission Toastmasters, 7:30 - 9:30pm, 32331 7th Ave, 604-826-1868 www.mission.toastmastersclubs.org/ January 22 – February 9 “Genera ons� an exhibi on of artwork by Marja a & Liisa Itkonen, Opening Recep on: Saturday, January 26 – 1 – 4pm in The Rock Family Gallery at the Mission Arts Centre, 33529 First Ave. For more informa on and our Gallery hours visit www.missionartscouncil.ca or call 604-826-0029 January 23 Life me Learning Centre Open House, 12:30 to 2:30pm, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 7th Ave. info. ltlc@telus.net or 604-820-0220

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Proudly Presented By THE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF PETROLEUM PRODUCERS

Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce

2018 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 2019

$75.00 Tickets available at www.missionchamber.bc.ca Limited seats available!

The Stage 32998 1st Ave, Mission

6:00 to 10:30 pm 6:00 Social Hour • 7:00 Dinner • 7:30 Awards • 9:00 Champagne Celebration CASH BAR Black Tie Evening, Dress to Impress

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VENDOR APPLICATION AVAILABLE ONLINE JANUARY 15 Download the app at: www.missionartscouncil.ca/events2 APPLICATION DEADLINE: JUNE 1, 2019

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March 18 - 29 Children Ages 5-10 Mon - Thurs 10:00 - 11:30 $9 per session Classes are held at the Mission Arts Centre 33529 1st Ave.

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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GREAT SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILD? Valley Christian School: Equipping Students with a Christ-like Character while Nurturing Their Academic Success

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Kindergarten Info Night January y 24th @ 7:00pm 7:00p pm “Working Wor o king g together tog oget e he er as a family fam a ily y to o educate edu ducate students stude on n tthe he firm firm foundations fou ound ndat nd atio at ions io ns of of Christ.”

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Childcare available while you attend our Open House and Info Night Valley Christian School • Kindergarten - Grade 8 8955 Cedar Street, Mission advertise call 604.308.6380 or e-mail WhatsOnMission@live.ca 604-826-1388 • valleychristianschool.ca 16 To Book a Private Tour,ToCall

Free Family Swim Sponsored by the Mission Midday Rotary Club, 6:30 - 8pm, Mission Leisure Centre Pool, 7650 Grand St. www.mission.ca/ leisure, 604-820-5350 January 24 Valley Chris an School Kindergarten Info Night, 7pm, Valley Chris an School, 8955 Cedar St. Are you looking for a great school for your child? Valley Chris an School: Equipping students with a Christ like character while nurturing their academic success, Kindergartenâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; Grade 8. Call for more informa on or to book a private tour, 604-8261388 or valleychris anschool.ca January 25 Drag Queen Music Bingo, 7pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Cover $5. www.thestageinmission.ca January 25 & 26, January 30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 2 & February 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9 Gallery 7 Theatre presents BEAU JEST, A hilarious comedy about family by James Sherman, 7:30pm.

Discount Ma nees: January 26, February 2 & 9 @ 2pm, Abbotsford Community Arts Addi on, 2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford. www.gallery7theatre.com

Mission Minor Baseball Registra on, 10am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3pm, Mission Leisure Centre, 7650 Grand St. You can register online at www. missionbaseball.org or come in person. For more informa on, call Dan at 604-302-9377 Cops For Cancer 11th Annual Robbie Burns Supper and Dance, In Memory of Jimmy Logan, Doors at 7pm, Dinner at 7:30pm, Chartwell Cedarbrooke, 32331 Seventh Ave. All proceeds will go to Camp Good mes, helping kids who have cancer. Silent Auc on, 50/50, Door Prizes and Guest Speakers. Tickets available at Cedarbrooke Chateau or Save On Foods - $40. Informa on at mission@bc.cancer.ca, Nancy: 604-751-1467, Be y: 604-302-4043, Cedarbrook Chateau: 604-820-9300 Burning Bodhi- All Ages Show, 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11pm, MNET Radio Music Club, #203-31510 Gill Ave. This show is dedicated to ge ng the younger people out to see live music. Bring your whole family out for a metal experience. For ckets ($10), go to www.mnetradio.com

January 25-27 Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 60+, Mission Leisure Center ~ Curling Club, 7650 Grand St. Website: www.missioncurling.ca or email: info@missioncurling.ca January 26

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*SOLD OUT* Then There Were Six: A Murder Mystery Event, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. www. thestageinmission.ca

February 5 Mission Book Club, 7 - 8pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave.604-8266610

January 27 Card Making Party – All Proceeds Support Cats @ Fraser Valley Humane Society, 2 - 4pm, Cherry Lane Scrapbooking Shoppe, 324 Lougheed Hwy, #113. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. Cost $25. 604-820-2977

February 7 Spanish, 10 – 11am, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 7th Ave. info. ltlc@telus.net or 604-820-0220

January 28 Monthly Mission Weavers & Spinners Guild Mee ng, Doors open at 6:30pm, Mee ng starts at 7pm.

LoomRoom at Trendy or What Knot Yarns & Gi s, 33118A First Ave. New members welcome! Membership $25/yr. 604-287-5668 missionwsg@ gmail.com

February February 1 First Friday at SPARK art collec ve, 5 – 9pm, 202-33072 1st Ave. Local Ar st Gallery Showing, Live Music & All Ages Open Mic. For more info: www.sparkart.ca February 1 - 3 Mission Men’s & Ladies Bonspiel (Skins format), Mission Leisure Center - Curling Club, 7650 Grand St. Website: www.missioncurling.ca or email: info@missioncurling.ca February 2 Carmen (Bizet) French w/e.s.t.

- Metropolitan Opera, 9:55am, SilverCity Mission Cinemas, The Junc on Plaza, 32555 London Ave. For Tickets, (604) 820-2733 Mission City Farmers Market Indoor Market, 10am - 2pm, Clarke Theatre (Heritage Park Middle School), 33700 Pren s Ave. Music, baking, winter produce, meat, coffee, cra s and story telling with the young ones and so much more!

If you make, bake, or grow your products we are s ll accep ng applica ons! Opportuni es for Junior vendor and backyard gardeners as well. Check out www. missioncityfarmersmarket.com for more details. 604.302.5561 or find us on Facebook An Evening with Has ngs, 7 – 11pm, MNET Radio Music Hall, #203 31510 Gill Ave. Ticket informa on at www. mnetradio.com or the MNET Radio Music Hall. Come be a part of the Fraser Valley’s newest and most incredible performance venue!

February Reel On The River at SilverCity: SHOPLIFTERS, 7pm, SilverCity Mission, 32555 London Ave. Series passes $35 or $10 at the door or at Shoppers Drug Mart in Mission and Jaz-Ma-Tazz in Abbotsford. More info at www.reelontheriver.ca

Connect Now, Mission Lunch, 11:30am – 1:30pm, Mission Springs, www.connectnowbusinessnetwork. com. Growing Businesses through Connec ng Entrepreneurs Harry Po er Book Night (School aged kids), 6 – 7:30pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-826-6610 Valley Chris an School Open House, 6 - 8pm, Valley Chris an School, 8955 Cedar St. Are you looking for a great school for your child?

Valley Chris an School: Equipping students with a Christ-like character while nurturing their academic success, Kindergarten– Grade 8. Call for more informa on or to book a private tour, 604-826-1388 or valleychris anschool.ca February 8 Drag Queen Music Bingo, 7pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Cover $5. www.thestageinmission.

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February 8 - 10 U18 Region 11 Playdowns (3rd year Mission Granite Curling Club is hos ng), Mission Leisure Center ~ Curling Club, 7650 Grand St. Website: www.missioncurling.ca or email: info@missioncurling.ca February 9 Community Potluck Dinner sponsored by St. Andrew’s United Church, 5:30 pm, 33077 Second Ave (corner of James & 2nd). Bring your favourite dish and join us for an evening of fellowship and entertainment with the Valley Singers. Free-will dona ons will be accepted for MY House. For more informa on visit www. saintandrewsunited.church or call 604-826-8296 Mission Coffee House, 7 pm, Heritage Park Centre Cafeteria, 33700 Pren s Ave. Tickets at the Door

Tickets $60 Available Online At www.thestageinmission.ca Doors Open At 6:00 pm Dinner At 7:00 pm

The DRAG Show, Door at 7pm, Show at 8pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. www. thesstageinmission.ca for ckets Moving in Stereo, a Tribute to the “Cars”, 7 – 11pm, MNET Radio Music Hall, #203 31510 Gill Ave. Ticket informa on at www.mnetradio. com or the MNET Radio Music Hall. Come be a part of the Fraser Valley’s newest and most incredible performance venue!

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Hillsburn, 8pm, Harrison Memorial Hall, 290 Esplanade Ave, Harrison Hot Springs. For more info: www. harrisonfes val.com February 11 Monthly Spin-In for Mission Weavers & Spinners Guild Members, 1 - 3pm, LoomRoom at Trendy or What Knot Yarns & Gi s, 33118A First Ave. Bring your spinning wheel! 604-2875668 missionwsg@gmail.com Reel On The River at SilverCity: KAYAK TO KLEMTU, 7pm, SilverCity Mission, 32555 London Ave. Series passes $35 or $10 at the door or at Shoppers Drug Mart in Mission and Jaz-Ma-Tazz in Abbotsford. More info at www.reelontheriver.ca February 12 Valen ne’s Day Puppet Show, 6:45 – 7:30pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-826-6610 February 12 – March 2 “World Music Exhibi on with Boris” with ‘Hands On Workshops’ for school groups K-6 – Pre-registra on required. Opening recep on: Saturday, February 16, - 1 – 4pm.

Entry forms can be picked up at the Mission Arts Centre at 33529 First Ave, or can be downloaded from missionartscouncil.ca/submissions. html February 13 Mission Friends of the Library Mee ngs, (2 – 3pm), Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-826-6610 BeTween the Pages Book Club (Registra on required, for ages 9-12), 3:30 – 4:30 pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-8266610 February 14 Valen ne’s Day Dance at the Mission Seniors Ac vity Centre, 33100 – 10th Ave. For more informa on 604-814-2188, msca2011@shaw.ca www. missionseniorscentre.com February 15 Bus Tour: Valen ne’s Lunch & Cheese Tour, 10am – 2pm, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 7th Ave. Pre-register! info.ltlc@telus.net or 604-820-0220 Pro-D Day Discount Swim, 10am 3pm, Mission Leisure Centre, 7650 Grand St. www.mission.ca/leisure, 604-820-5350 February 16 Mission Minor Baseball Registra on, 10am – 3pm, Mission Leisure Centre, 7650 Grand St. You can register online at www. missionbaseball.org or come in person. For more informa on, call Dan at 604-302-9377

4th Annual Hero’s Gala, Hosted by FVYS, Doors at 6pm, Dinner at 7pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Tickets $60. www.thestageinmission.ca for ckets February 17 Circle Game, Curtain 7:30pm, Clarke Theatre, 33700 Pren s Ave. Tickets at Artsclub.com or 604-629-8849 February 18 Family Day Celebra on, 8:30am - 4:30pm, Mission Leisure Centre, 7650 Grand St. www.mission.ca/ leisure, 604-820-5350 Doc Walker, 7:30pm, Clarke Theatre, 33700 Pren s Ave. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca February 19 Our Origins, 10am - 12pm, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 7th Ave. info. ltlc@telus.net or 604-820-0220 Family Fort Night, 5:30 - 7pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604826-6610 February 20 Mission Word Keepers, 7 – 8:30pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604826-6610

A fundraiser for MY House and Hope Central Feb 2 at 4pm Starting at Copper Hall

Register your team at https://cnoy.org/location/mission

February 21 Heritage Test of Time: “Show & Tell’, 10am - 12pm, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 7th Ave. info.ltlc@ telus.net or 604-820-0220 Mission’s Storied Past, 10am 12pm, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 7th Ave. info.ltlc@telus.net or 604-820-0220 February 22 QUEEN NATION, A Tribute to the Music of Queen, Doors at 7pm, Show at 7:30pm, Clarke Theatre, 33700 Pren s Ave. For Tickets, 1-855-985-5000 or www. cketmaster.ca Drag Queen Music Bingo, 7pm, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Cover $5. www.thestageinmission.

February 23 Coldest Night of the Year Walk hosted by Mission Youth House, Registra on at 4pm, Warm up at 5pm, Walk begins at 5:15pm, Meal Service 6 – 8pm, 33129 Railway Ave. Register your team at h ps:// cnoy.org/loca on/mission. For more informa on contact: Calvin Williams MY House Site Manager, toll free 1-877-743-3413 / phone 519603-2250 or email info@ blueseafounda on.org Op mist Talent Show, 7pm, Clarke Theatre, 33700 Pren s Ave. Tickets at the Door Moonshine & Murder: A Murder Mystery Event, The Stage in Mission, 32998 1st Ave. Tickets $40. www. thestageinmission.ca for ckets

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Graham Brown Band, 7 – 11pm, MNET Radio Music Hall, #203 31510 Gill Ave. Ticket Info at www.mnetradio.com or www. facebook.com/Graham-BrownBand-247160183252/. Come be a part of the Fraser Valley’s newest and most incredible performance venue!

Mission Community Founda on Scholarship Applica on Deadline, 4:30pm, Submit via school or email: info@missioncommunityfounda on. org. For more info please visit our scholarship page: h p://www. missioncommunityfounda on.org/ grants-awards/bursaries-scholarships/

February 25 Monthly Mission Weavers & Spinners Guild Mee ng, Doors open at 6:30pm, Mee ng starts at 7pm.

LoomRoom at Trendy or What Knot Yarns & Gi s, 33118A First Ave. New members welcome! Membership $25/yr.

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Recurring Events

Reel On The River at SilverCity: SIR, 7pm, SilverCity Mission, 32555 London Ave. Series passes $35 or $10 at the door or at Shoppers Drug Mart in Mission and Jaz-Ma-Tazz in Abbotsford. More info at www. reelontheriver.ca

St. Andrew’s United Church Worship, 11:30am, All Saints’ Anglican Church – James St. at 2nd Ave. We have coffee hour at 10:45am each Sunday a er the Anglican service and before the United Church service Legendary Blues Jam, 4 - 8pm at The Historic Dewdney Pub, 8793 S. River Rd, Dewdney. 604-826-4762 or Churcho heBlues.ca for more info

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Open Mic with Jennie Bice, 6 10pm, Sisto’s Pub, 34555 Vosburgh Ave. February 27 Free Family il Swim i Sponsored by CUPE local 593 SD75 Support Staff, 6:30 - 8pm, Mission Leisure Centre Pool, 7650 Grand St. www.mission. ca/leisure, 604-820-5350

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SUNDAYS Advanced & Beginner Tai-Chi, 9:15am / 10:30am, Mission Seniors Ac vity Centre, 33100 10 Ave, 604814-2188

MONDAYS French Conversa on, Mornings, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 7th Ave. info.ltlc@telus.net or Call 604820-0220 for Details

To advertise call 604.308.6380 or e-mail WhatsOnMission@live.ca

20/20/20 (Fitness & Yoga), 9 – 10am, Perseverance Fitness in Mission. Drop-in $12. www.perseverancefitness.ca

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English Conversa on Circle (Jan 7Feb 25), 10:30am – 12pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-8266610 English Conversa on Group Hosted by Mission Literacy in Mo on and Mission Community Services, 10:30am – 12pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-820-2027, www. literacyinmission.org, archi@ missioncommunityservices.com or archi@missioncommunityservices.com Mission Drop-in Centre Bingo, 12:30pm, Mission Seniors Ac vity Centre, 33100 10 Ave, 604-814-2188 Piece Makers Quil ng Group, 12:30 – 2:30pm, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 Seventh Ave. www. life melearningcentre.org info.ltlc@ telus.net Seniors Mixed Bridge, 1pm, Mission Seniors Ac vity Centre, 33100 10 Ave, 604-814-2188 Mission Scrabble Club, 1 - 4pm, Cedarbrooke Chateau (Cra Room), 32331 Seventh Ave. Contact: Sandra Gjertsen 604-826-0459 Yoga Kids, 4:30 – 5:30pm, Perseverance Fitness in Mission.

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POUND, 6pm, Inspire Me Fitness at The Stage in Mission, 32998 1 Ave. Drop in $10. www.inspiremefitness.ca

Zumba, 7pm, Inspire Me Fitness at The Stage in Mission, 32998 1 Ave. Drop in $10. www.inspiremefitness.ca Square Dance Classes, New Dancers & Mainstream, 7 – 9:30pm, Abbotsford Grand Squares, A.S.A.S Hall, 33889 Essendene Ave, Abbotsford. First 3 classes are free.

Members $6, Guests $7, Teens $4. www.ags.squaredance.bc.ca SHRED, 7:45 – 8:30pm, Perseverance Fitness in Mission.

Drop-in $12 or $40/4 weeks. www. perseverancefitness.ca 1ST MONDAYS OF THE MONTH Mission Drop-in Centre General Mee ng, 11:30 am, Mission Seniors Ac vity Centre, 33100 10 Ave, 604814-2188 Manic Monday, Open Mic Comedy Night hosted by David James, 8pm, The Historic Dewdney Pub, 8793 River Road South, Dewdney

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3RD MONDAYS OF THE MONTH Third Monday Magic! 7pm, Opening Nite Theatre, 33223, N Railway Ave. www.fvmc.ca LAST MONDAYS OF THE MONTH HOMINUM Fraser Valley Mee ng.

Are you Man who’s Gay, Bi-sexual or just not sure? Need a safe place to talk? HOMINUM is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and ques oning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single.

For informa on and mee ng loca on, call Art at 604-462-9813 or email aapearson@shaw.ca

‘Open Canvas’ paint nights with instructor Tammy Keiler, 6pm, $35, Historic Dewdney Pub. Advance

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HOURS: Monday- Friday: 9am to 5pm

HAPPY NEW YEAR! I am excited to announce the opening of my new notary practice located at the Mission Gate Plaza on Lougheed Highway. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m looking forward to serving Mission for all notarial and legal needs.

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MONDAYS, TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS One Free Aikido Class to Try Out! Tradi onal Japanese Mar al Art (Age 8 to 80), Aikido Takayama, 7229 Mershon St (to the le of the Recycling Depot), For more info, 604852-7603 or www.aikidotakayama.com MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS Chair Yoga, 10:30 - 11:30pm, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 Seventh Ave. www.life melearningcentre.org info. ltlc@telus.net Abbotsford Horseshoe Club - League Play, 1 pm (Start me Changes from 1 pm to 6 pm in April), 2308 Adanac St., Abbotsford. For more info: Jim 604-463-2200 or h ps:// abbotsfordhorseshoeclub.ca/ Great sport for women, men, couples and a cure for loneliness. Social, meet new friends and have fun! Free Lessons provided.

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Past Tense Yoga Fundraiser Yoga Class (Sept 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dec 12), 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm, Mee ng Room 1 of Chris ne Morrison Hospice in Mission Hospital, 1st Floor. Classes are drop in for $5. No experience necessary, mats provided. Proceeds go to Circle F Horse Rescue. More info at PastTenseYoga@live.ca

Al-Anon Family Groups - Strength and Hope for Families and Friends of Problem Drinkers. Mee ngs are held Monday thru Friday - evenings and weekdays. Please check the following websites for mee ng loca ons and mes. BC/Yukon Al-Anon OR al-anon. org. Local Contacts 604-855-1942 or 604-859-6566

MONDAYS & THURSDAYS STRONG MOMS, 11:30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12:20 pm, Perseverance Fitness in Mission. Drop-in $12. *You may bring up to two children* www. perseveranceďŹ tness.ca

TUESDAYS Mission Drop-in Centre Line Dancing, 9am, Mission Seniors Ac vity Centre, 33100 10 Ave, 604814-2188

MONDAYS TO FRIDAYS Harm Reduc on, 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm, Community Health, Mission Friendship Centre, 33136 1 Ave. (604) 826-1281 Free Community Lunch, 12pm, Mission Friendship Centre, 33136 1 Ave. (604) 826-1281

Seniors Health & Wellness, 10am, Mission Seniors Ac vity Centre, 33100 10 Ave, 604-814-2188 Zumba for the Snack Pack Society, 10am, Inspire Me Fitness at The Stage, 32998 1st Ave. Zumba by dona on, all proceeds go to The Snack Pack Society. www. inspiremeďŹ tness.ca

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Story mes (Jan 8 - Feb 26), 10:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11 am, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-826-6610 Rotary Club of Mission Mid-Day Luncheon, 11:45am - 1pm. Best Western Hotel, 32281 Lougheed Hwy. For more info 604-826-6914 Elders Tea, 12 - 2pm, Mission Friendship Centre Society, 33150 First Ave, 604-826-1281 Chair Yoga, 12:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1:15pm, Mission Seniors Ac vity Centre, 33100 10th Ave, 604-814-2188 www. missionseniorcentre.com Warm Fuzzies Kni ng Group, 1 - 2:30pm, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 Seventh Ave. www. life melearningcentre.org info.ltlc@ telus.net

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LEGO Club, (Jan 8 to Feb 26), 3 -4:15pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-826-6610

Crea ve Ukulele Circle (registra on required), (Oct 2 – 23), 7 - 8pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave. 604-826-6610

Zumba Toning, 6pm, Inspire Me Fitness at The Stage in Mission, 32998 1 Ave. Drop in $10. www.inspiremefitness.ca

Mission Toastmasters Club, 7:30 - 9:30pm, 32331 7th Ave, 604-826-1868 www.mission. toastmastersclubs.org/

Fraser Valley Youth Society, 6 – 9pm, Fraser House Society, 33063 4th Ave. Basement door under the front entrance to the right. www. fraseryouth.com or 604-200-3203

Alateen Mee ngs 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 at 7:15pm, at the H.O.M.E. Society, 31581 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. Contacts: 604-8551942 or Mission 604-826-5100

HipBox, 7pm, Inspire Me Fitness at The Stage in Mission, 32998 1 Ave. Drop in $10. www.inspiremefitness. ca

1ST TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH Mission Book Club, (Jan 8, Feb 5), 7 - 8pm, Mission Library, 33247 2nd Ave.604-826-6610

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS Osteofit –Level 1, 9am, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 Seventh Ave. www.life melearningcentre.org info. ltlc@telus.net

2ND & 4TH TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH Book Discussion Group (ongoing), 10 - 11:30am, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 7th Ave. info.ltlc@telus.net or 604-820-0220

Level 3 Fitness, 10am, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 Seventh Ave. www.life melearningcentre.org info. ltlc@telus.net

LAST TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH Evening Philosopher’s Café, 7 - 9pm, Chartwell Cedarbrooke, 32331 7th Ave. Mission info.ltlc@telus.net or 604-820-0220

Osteofit –Level 2 (Osteofit for Life), 11am, Life me Learning Centre, 32444 Seventh Ave. www. life melearningcentre.org info.ltlc@ telus.net

MISSION HOSPICE SOCIETY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Are you looking for a challenging volunteer role where you can make a positive difference in the lives of others? We need reliable and compassionate volunteers for our various support programs and services. y Bereavement Volunteers y (TRIM) The Residence in Mission Companioning Volunteers y Community Palliative Support Volunteers y Christine Morrison Hospice Volunteers y Music Therapy Volunteers y Pet Therapy Volunteers y Mission Memorial Hospital 2nd floor Volunteers y Office Assistance Volunteers y Fundraising /Event Volunteers

WHO IS THE MISSION HOSPICE SOCIETY? We are a community-based, non-profit, charitable organization, established in 1985 , who, are committed to providing life enhancing care and support to individuals and families facing end of life and or grief and loss.

8F PGGFS B IS Palliative Support Training Course to our volunteers.

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Thoughts on LOVE

Mission Skating Club Hosts Jingle Blades Figure Skating Competition

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ove is interesting Some fall in love. I guess thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why they say love hurts.

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Love hurts when someone you loves dies. But love lives in you heart forever.

The best way to show your love is to do nice things everyday. Give your family a hug and tell them you love them.

Quinn If your child would like to share any stories or written work, submit them to whatsonmission@live.ca

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Mission Youth in Sports & Arts Scholarships for Mission Roadrunners Congratulations to Matthew Abbott and Josh Bramley, both seniors at Mission Senior Secondary’s Lacrosse Academy, for receiving athletic and academic scholarships. Under Director Tania Symons and Head Coach Tej Grewal, Matthew Abbott has signed on to play lacrosse for Queens University of Charlotte, North Carolina and Josh Bramley has signed on with Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, Tennessee.

Tournament of the Fallen Stars Champions Each year, the Mission Minor Hockey Association hosts the “Tournament of the Fallen Stars” which honours our Veterans on November 11th, and also remembers the players from Mission Minor hockey whose lives were cut short in a variety of tragedies, whose legacy in our community through Hockey burns strong.

At this tournament, the Mission Atom A1 Stars went a perfect 3-0 in round robin play, and every step of the way, they were acknowledged by their opponents for their professionalism and the respect they showed for referees, coaches, and players. In the playoff round, the Stars defeated North Shore Winter Club 5-3, setting up a gold medal game against the Squamish Eagles.

At the gold medal game, there was a ceremonial faceoff in which Mike Lago dropped the puck in memory of his son Scotty Lago. Scotty lost his life four years ago in a tragic car accident

leaving behind his girlfriend and two young children and will be forever remembered as a dedicated teammate with a smile on his face, and humour in his heart. The puck was dropped and the Stars jumped to a 4-0 lead and controlled the game despite valiant efforts by the Squamish Eagles to make a comeback.

The Mission Atom A1 Stars went on to win the game with a score of 6-3, and it was the first tournament win for many of the Stars’, some of whom are five or six years into their Hockey adventures.

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Members of the Mission Atom A1 Stars include: Coaches: Kosie Galos, Stephen Wall, Rob Candy, Bryce Phenix and Lindsey Hickmott Players: Tyson Osterberg (G), Aiden Gould (G), Clayton Candy (D), Rocklen Stordy (D), Braxton Bradley (D), Avery Boscariol (D), Atticus Wall (F), Clark Galos (F), James Raffan (F), Kyler Clark (F), Ashton Howe (F), Mason Cvitkovich(F), Noah Gasparik (F), Chase Lawless (F), Liam Mowat (F)

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GRAPEVINE FOOD SHARING – NEIGHBOURLINESS POWERED BY TECHNOLOGY

Everyday in our community, many people go hungry. Many of those people are seniors, disabled people and people who might be able to work if they had an adequate and healthy diet.

At the same time, many businesses and neighbours end up throwing away tons of useable food, costing them money and burdening our landfills unnecessarily. Even when donors want to give food directly to food banks and helping agencies, it can be a challenge to arrange deliveries, find storage and arrange distribution.

We have the food. We have the helpers. We need a way to connect these resources with people in need. The answer is right there in our pockets.

A new app and website called Grapevine Food Sharing is giving our smart phones and computers a valuable role in connecting and share with our neighbours. Grapevine Food Sharing is a free online hub (an app and a website) that works like social media to connect individual neighbours and small businesses that want to donate excess food to those who want and need it. The app also helps connect bulk donors (like food companies) with larger helping agencies (like Food Banks). Grapevine even allows people to easily donate or receive non-food resources.

Grapevine is designed to help share: - Food of all kinds, in large and small amounts; - Hot meals; social events and fundraisers; - Non-food groceries such as baby supplies, storage containers, cleaning and hygiene items; - Cash donations; - Food vouchers and coupons; - Volunteer time, - Gleaning of fruit or vegetables from local gardens and farms; - Community garden spaces; - Recipes and food-related training.

There are many ways to use the app. Users can ask for personalized notifications based on their interests and can even ask for SMS text messages if they don’t have a data plan. Of course, they can simply check the app in the exact same way as they’d use Facebook or Instagram in order to keep current with local listings.

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Ed's Christmas Dinner at Bethel Church

Growing up, Ed Williams remembers Christmas dinners surrounded by both strangers and neighbours alike. His mother would open her doors every Christmas and feed anyone who happened to stop by, whether they needed a warm meal, a jacket, or a friendly hug for the holidays.

Due to illness, his mother was unable to continue this tradition. So, Ed and his wife Cathy have continued to open their doors and hearts every Christmas. Every year, out of their three-bedroom home, they used feed up to 100 people, never asking for anything in return. Because of Ed's health issues, Pastor Ken opened up Bethel Church and volunteered his congregation to help Ed carry on this tradition for the past 2 years.

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(Left f ) Barry with doubles partner Marko Golic. (Centre) All the Finalists at The Birmingham National Wheelchair Championships. (Right) Barry in action at a Vancouver Tournament.

This past summer, I happened to be watching a Mission Tennis Club practice session when I first met Barry Henderson. While watching everyone rallying against each other, Barry rolled in in his wheelchair. With only one leg, I thought to myself that it was nice of him to come and cheer someone on. But before I knew it, he was flying around in his wheelchair playing tennis with the rest of them!

He was active in tennis before he lost his leg but it was only three years ago that he was introduced to wheelchair tennis through a Have a Go event put on by BC Wheelchair Sports. He immediately fell in love with the sport. The only difference between able-bodied tennis and wheelchair tennis is that the wheelchair player is allowed two bounces. This is the real beauty of the sport as it means that disabled athletes are able to play against able-bodied athletes.

Despite losing his leg, his story has taught me about the power of challenging and committing yourself to your goals and dreams.

This past summer, he joined the Mission Tennis Club and this past July, he made a commitment to himself that that he would try and compete at the highest level, competing at International Tennis Federation Events. He won the second draw at the Vancouver ITF Event in July

Barry lost his leg in 1991 in an industrial accident. After spending a year rehabilitating, he began his teaching career and is now in his 25th year in the classroom. He currently teaches grade 7 at Albion Elementary school in Maple Ridge.

Following a summer of training with his personal trainer Vik Gill (The

Fitness Lab), he left for Chicago in early October to compete in the Chicago Wheelchair Classic ITF Futures Event. An opening round loss put him onto the consolation side of the draw where he strung together two victories. He defeated both the 191st ranked and the 242nd ranked players in the world to win the consolation event.

On November 8th, he travelled to Mazatlan to participate in the Mazatlan Open where he won his first round match before falling in straight sets to the 163th world ranked player.

On November 21st, he travelled to Calgary to play in his first Nationals event. He went into the Birmingham National Wheelchair Championships ranked 6th in Canada and 292nd in the world.

Mission cheered him on as he ended up finishing fourth in singles and winning a silver medal in doubles.

If you’ve ever walked through the front entrance of Mission Memorial Hospital, you may have seen Alyce Campbell with a smile on her face and ready to help or answer any questions. So, one day I asked Alyce, “What do you do at the hospital?”

Alyce has volunteered with the Mission Health Care Auxiliary for the past 10 years with responsibilities ranging from Television Rentals Convenor to President of the Executive to Publicity. The Auxiliary runs the Gift Shop in the hospital and the Cottage Thrift Store on First Ave. Funds raised have helped pay for needed items at the hospital, such an ultrasound machine, treatment recliners, a Vital Sign Machine and much more. Volunteers from the Photo Credit: Alyce Campbell Auxiliary also help out in the Ambulatory Day Care Dept, Equipment Loans and TVs. The Auxiliary also helps fund TRIM (The Residents in Mission) programs and needs, as well as volunteers to help residents on their bus outings and activities.

Alyce loves what she is doing and says they're always looking for more volunteers, especially ones with cashiering experience for the Hospital Gift Shop. If you have 2 - 4 hours you can spare and are interested in helping out, go to http://missionhealthcareauxiliary.wordpress.com for more information and application forms. If you end up on a shift with Alyce, I can guarantee you will have a lovely time!

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