What's On! Abbotsford January / February 2019

JANURAY / FEBRUARY 2019

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE It was a fantastic holiday season in Abbotsford with so many great events and activities for the whole family. We would like to wish our readers a very happy and prosperous New Year! Here’s looking to a full year of fun events!

Thanks for continuing to support our vision of connecting the community with a resource for local events, non-profits and businesses.

If you have a local community event happening in 2019, please forward us the information. We would love to help spread the word!

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Contents: Total Makeover Challenge

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Kids Page

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Classic Films for Valentine’s Day

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Hero’s Gala

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Garden View

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What’s On at the Library?

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Recipe Valentine’s Day Dessert

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Recipe Valentine’s Dinner for Two 23

Fun Page Solutions

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Gallery 7 Theatre

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Abbotsford Youth Commission

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Photo Page

Fraser Valley Stage

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Fun Page

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Support Local Page

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ABBOTSFORD EVENTS CALENDAR JANUARY JAN 1, 2019 Happy New Year!

JAN 9, 2019 Soroptimist of Abbotsford/Mission 6:30-9:30pm Chances, Abbotsford.

Monthly meeting on the second Wednesday.

Abbotsford Mission Nature Club Monthly Meeting Our Carbon Footprint Ravine Park Hatchery 7:30 pm Dr. Tim Cooper of University of the Fraser Valley will give a talk on “Our Carbon Footprint”.

All are welcome to this free event. More info: Hank at 604-853-4283 or haroos12@gmail.com JAN 11, 2019 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.

More info: fvblues.com JAN 12, 2019 Diderot String Quartet Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 7:30 pm $28, Students $15 The Diderot Quartet brings a fresh approach to the music of the 18th and 19th centuries. Currently Quartet in Residence at the Washington National Cathedral, this brilliant young ensemble is passionate about exploring the string quartet

repertoire on period instruments. They will bring a program featuring Haydn and Beethoven. Contact: www.valleyconcertsociety. com 604-289-3377 JAN 17, 2019 Chamber of Commerce Abbotsford January Lunch How Your Business Can Be Dementia Friendly 11:30-1:30 pm This presentation will provide you with an introduction to dementia and help you to recognize when someone may be living with the disease.

This presentation includes helpful strategies and tips for communicating with people who are living with dementia and where you can go for more help. 604859-9651 ext. 304 Fees/ Admission: $40.00 + GST for Members, $45.00 + GST for non-members JAN 18 & 19, 2019 Aladdin Jr Abbotsford Arts Centre 7:30 pm Abbotsford Traditional Secondary Musical Theatre The spectacular 60-minute musical based on the 1992 Disney film and the 2014 Broadway adaptation. Join Aladdin, Jasmine, and the fast-talking, wisecracking Genie as they discover mystical caves, take magic carpet rides, and outwit the evil sorcerer, Jafar. Sure to be a crowd-pleaser for all ages! $10 available from school 604-850-7029.

JAN 18-20, 2019 Vancouver Motorcycle Show Friday 12noon-9pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 10am-5pm See the new 2019 motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and side-by-sides, all under one roof. Meet

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Public Show Dates THUR JAN

31st @ 7:00PM FRI FEB 1st @ 7:00PM SAT FEB 2nd @ 2:00PM

AT THE ABBOTSFORD ARTS CENTRE 2329 CRESCENT WAY

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abbotsford.schoolcashonline.com or in the RBSS OffIce 604-864-0220 Is presented through special arrangmeent with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIshows.com

tons of experts and get all-revved up for your next adventure! www. vancouvermotorcycle show.com JAN 23, 2019 Chamber of Commerce January Good Morning Abbotsford Don’t Fear the Numbers!

The surprisingly simply path to financial clarity.

7:30-9:00am Sandman Hotel & Suites This session is for those business owners trapped in the vicious cycle of financial literacy cloudiness.

604-859-9651 ext. 304 Fees/Admission: Members: $25, Non-Members: $30. www.abbotsfordchamber.com JAN 24-26, 2019 Pacific Agriculture Show Thursday – Saturday, 9am4:30pm Showcasing the latest and most innovative equipment and technology for the agriculture industry. info@

agricultureshow.net, www. agricultureshow.net JAN 25, 2019 Paul Brandt 7:00pm - 10:00pm Abbotsford Centre JAN 26, 2019 Stomp 7:00pm - 11:00pm Abbotsford Centre JAN 27, 2019 Quality Weddings Showcase 2019 Quality Hotel & Conference Centre 1-5pm Join us for the Quality Weddings Showcase held in our elegant grand ballroom where you will be able to liaise with our venues experienced events team, and hand-picked vendors.

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JAN 31, FEB 1 & 2, 2019 Into the Woods 7 pm (matinee 2pm on Feb 2) Abbotsford Arts Centre Into The Woods is a modern twist on the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales in a musical format. It follows the classic tales of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rupunzel - all tied together by an original story involving a baker and his wife, their wish to begin a family, and their interaction with the witch who has put a curse on them. Tickets: $10 purchase from Robert Bateman Secondary 604864-0220

FEBRUARY FEB 3, 2019 I’VE GOT RHYTHM! Matsqui Centennial Auditorium Concerts start at 3:00pm; doors open at 2:30pm.

Phillip Crewe brings his multi-talented hands to the stage to showcase this dynamic group of instruments. Tickets - www. fraservalleysymphony.org FEB 5, 2019 Free Public Talk: 5 Habits of Happy People Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley 7pm to 8:30pm 106-31581 South Fraser Way https://kmcfv.ca/weeklyclasses/tues-eve/ email: epc.kmcfv@gmail.com FEB 8, 2019 Cheng2 Duo Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 7:30 pm This dynamic brothersister duo has quickly become audience favourites wherever they perform in Canada and around the world. Performing on cello and piano, they will bring a program entitled German Giants. www. valleyconcertsociety.com, 604-289-3377.

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PJ Masks Live!

Abbotsford Centre 6pm The hit live musical, is back with an all-new show, “PJ Masks Live: Save The Day!” Based on eOne’s top-rated animated series, airing daily on Disney Junior, the new show features preschoolers’ favorite pre-school superheroes and familiar songs from the popular show along with brand new music and a whole new adventure. Info and tickets, www.pjmaskslive.com.

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.

More info: http://fvblues.com

and they are proudly presenting JM Barrie’s Peter Pan - A Musical Adventure. They are pulling out all the stops for this performance and will be once again performing with a live orchestra and FLYING their actors for the first time in over 10 years! You do not want to miss out on what is sure to be a thrill for an audience of all ages. Tickets $15 available from Yale Secondary 604-853-0778.

FEB 13, 2019 Soroptimist of Abbotsford/Mission 6:30-9:30pm. Monthly on the second Wednesday at Chances, Abbotsford.

Abbotsford Mission Nature Club Monthly Meeting 7:30 pm “Bird studies Canada – Who they are and what they do?” Speaker is Catherine Jardine of Bird Studies

Canada. Location is the Ravine Park Hatchery. All are welcome to this free event. Info: Hank at 604853-4283 or haroos12@ gmail.com FEB 14-17, 2019 Earlybird RV Show Thursday-Saturday 10am9pm, Sunday 10am-5pm If you enjoy the RV lifestyle, or think you might like to try it, then this is the show for you. 604.870.4678, info@rvshowsbc.com, www.rvshowsbc.com FEB 16, 2019 Love Without Pain Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley 10am to 1pm In this workshop you will discover: How it is possible to love without pain, where pain in relationships comes from, why pure love can’t make us hurt, practical methods to enjoy stable, fulfilling and harmonious relationships with our

FEB 8, 2019-FEB 10, 2019 The 2019 Fraser Valley Home and Garden Expo Tradex This well-established Home and Garden Expo, will have everything for your spring projects. Daily design seminars and garden seminars with Brian Minter. www.exposureeventsltd.com FEB 9, 2019 Step Up For Cardiac Health Abbotsford Centre 9am Climb the stairs or walk the concourse at Abbotsford Centre to raise funds and awareness for cardiac health. $25 Registration Fee. Info at info@fvhcf.ca FEB 10 (2:30 PM) 15, 16 Peter Pan (7:30 pm) Abbotsford Arts Centre Yale Secondary is entering it’s 29th year of Musical Theatre Performance

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FVYS 4th Annual Hero’s Gala Join us for our 4th Annual Hero’s Gala fundraiser.

FEB 18, 2019 Family Day FEB 20 – 23 Starlight Radio – Let There Be Love (7:30 pm) (1:30 pm) Fraser Valley Stage Productions Before modern technology and even television, there was radio! Go back in time to 1949 where you will find the cast, musicians and dancers of CKUB radio as they prepare to entertain those attending their weekly Radio Theatre Show. The show features The Moonlighters Big Band, Suburban Swing Dancers and Starlight Singers. Tickets available: online www. fraservalleystage.com or in person: Prospera Credit Union (West Oaks Branch) and The Reach Gallery and Museum FEB 22, 2019 The Pink Floyd Experience Abbotsford Centre 8pm Jeff Parry Promotions and Greatest Albums Live are back with their next presentation of legendary rock albums brought to life on stage. www.abbotsfordcentre.ca FEB 23-24, 2019 Pet Lover Show Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am5pm Tradex See every cat imaginable at the cat show, attend interactive and informative seminars by veterinarians and top professionals.

Don’t miss the rabbit and dog agility shows, raptor shows, dancing dogs, and K9 detection demonstrations.

604.535.7584, www.petlovershow.ca

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FEB 25, 2019 Chamber of Commerce Abbotsford February Good Morning Abbotsford 7:30-9:00am Our Changing Digital Landscape - How Technology & Demographics are transforming opportunities for small business. 604859-9651 ext. 304 for location, cost etc.

ONGOING JAN 25-FEB. 9, 2019 Gallery 7 Theatre presents BEAU JEST Abbotsford Community Arts Addition All Sarah’s parents want is for her to marry a nice Jewish boy. But Sarah has been dating anyone but! Tickets: www.gallery7thatre. com/boxoffice or in person: House of James 2743 Emerson St., Abbotsford 604-8523701, 1-800-665-8828 JAN 17 - APR 16, 2019 Every Tuesday and Thursday Abbotsford Learning Plus Spring 2019 Semester Abbotsford Recreation Centre 10am-12 noon A volunteer organization offering daytime leisure and learning programs to seniors, retirees, and enquiring minds of all ages. Contact and Further Info: www.learningplus.ca, abbylearnplus@gmail.com $5 + $2 ARC entrance fee Abbotsford Horseshoe Club 2308 Adanac Street Members Wanted Singles, Couples and girls or boys

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(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 Old Time Dances O. A. Pensioner’s Hall 3015 – 273rd Street, Aldergrove1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

January 05 Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers January 12 Mike Sanyshyn Band January 19 Ukrainian Prairie Band January 26 Hazelmere Heritage Fiddlers February 02 CANCELLED Gem Show February 09 CANCELLED Charity February 16 Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers February 23 Hazelmere Heritage Fiddlers Admission: $6.00 includes coffee/tea & snack

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partner, friends and family, co-workers – or simply the people we meet on a dayto-day basis. https://kmcfv. ca/love-without-pain email: epc.kmcfv@gmail.com, $30.

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Farmers Market We’re taking a break for Winter, but we’ll be back starting May 4/19, Saturdays 9am - 1pm.

Puzzle Collections At Clearbrook Library 32320 George Ferguson Way The Friends of the Abbotsford Libraries is collecting puzzles for our April 13 & 14 Big Puzzle & Book Sale. Bring your gently used puzzles to the library from 11am to 2pm on the following dates: Jan 5th & 6th, Feb 2nd & 3rd, Mar 2nd & 3rd, Apr 6th & 7th. The sale is a semi-annual fundraiser for the Friends and helps keep puzzles and books in circulation.

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Real Farmers. Real Food. Real Fun. We’re taking a break for Winter, but we’ll be back starting May 4/19 Saturdays 9am - 1pm

Abbotsford’s original farmers market!

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

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 778982-3626 or michelle languagetutoring@hotmail.ca www.tutoringbymichelle.ca Sundays Flea Market, 6am – 4 pm at the Abbotsford Exhibition Grounds 32470 Haida Dr. www.abbotsfordfleamarket.com Suburban Swing Dancing, 8:30 pm – 11 pm at the ASAA Hall, 33889 Essendene Ave. www. suburbanswing.com

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Suburban Swing Dancing, 7:45 pm – 8:30 pm at the ASAA Hall, 33889 Essendene Ave. Beginner East Coast Swing Lesson. www.suburbanswing.com The Abbotsford Legion hosts Weekly Breakfasts, 8:30 am -11:30 am at Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. www. abbylegion.ca Abbotsford Grand Squares host Square Dancing, 1:30-4pm, at the ASAA, 33889 Essendene Ave, info Heather 604644-2849 Al-Anon Family Groups - Strength and Hope for Families and Friends of Problem Drinkers. Meetings are held Monday thru Friday - evenings and weekdays.

Please check the following websites for meeting locations and times. BC/ Yukon Al-Anon OR al-anon. org. Local Contacts 604855-1942 or 604-859-6566.

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: 604-855-1942 or Mission 604-826-5100.

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 Abbotsford “Grand” Squares Abbotsford Social Activity Association 33889 Essendene Avenue Abbotsford Grand Squares host Square Dancing, at the ASAA, 33889 Essendene Ave. Mondays 7-8:30pm, 10 Week West Coast Square Dance Program.

8:45-10pm - Continue Mainstream Teach, Thursdays, Mastering Mainstream into Plus 7:30 to 9:30pm. Members $6 Guests $7 Teens $4.

Contacts: Otto 604-8565267, David 604-8647435

Tuesday Night Meditation Classes Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley Tuesdays from 7pm8:30pm $12 per class or $45 for 5 classes Learn to meditate and overcome stress, improve your relationships, solve daily problems and find inner peace. Welcome to attend any class at any time. No pre-registration is required. Everyone is welcome! https://kmcfv.ca/ weekly-classes/tues-eve/, email: epc.kmcfv@gmail.com Tuesday Morning Meditation Classes Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley Tuesdays from 10:30am12pm $12 per class or $45 for 5 classes Learn to meditate and overcome stress, improve your relationships, solve daily problems and find inner peace. Welcome to attend any class at any time. No pre-registration is required. Everyone is welcome! https://kmcfv.ca/ weekly-classes/tues-am/, email: epc.kmcfv@gmail.com Friday night meditation classes Inner Peace and Pie! Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley Fridays from 7pm-8:30pm Join us for meditation, a Dharma talk and meaningful discussion over pie and tea. $12 per class or $45 for 5 classes. email: epc.kmcfv@ gmail.com, https://kmcfv. ca/weekly-classes/peacen-pie/ 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

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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 The Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards Ceremony-recognize the best practices of Fraser Valley organizations, initiatives and businesses in recognizing the diversity of our community.

Nominations open www. diversityawards.ca to nominate a deserving organization TODAY! Save the date for the awards ceremony on Thursday, March 14th, 2019.

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, bisexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. We meet on the last Monday of every month. For information and meeting location, call Art 604-462-9813 or email aapearson@shaw.ca The Mood Disorders Association support group in Abbotsford meets the first and third Thursdays of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at Abbotsford Community Services (2420 Montrose Ave.) It is open to those who have mood disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and panic attacks. Friends and family are also invited. Info:

Christine at 604-854-9404 Knit One! Knit All! Bring your needles and yarn to the library and join this weekly gathering of knit wits! Drop in. Thursdays, 2-4pm at the Mount Lehman Library 604-8564988, fvrl.bc.ca Abbotsford Lions meet 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month (SeptJune) doors open at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7pm. Chances CasinoAbbotsford www. theabbotsfordlions.ca Looking for men and women 55 and up who love to sing. We are the Happy Gang Choir and we get together weekly for singing, coffee and friendship. General meetings and practice are on Tuesdays and we sing at Senior Homes on Wednesdays throughout the year. Abbotsford Recreation Centre bride930@yahoo.com Connect Now Abbotsford, Lunch & Learn, 2nd 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.ConnectNowBusiness Network.com 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 What’s On! at the Abbotsford Libraries For a complete schedule of events happening at all 25 Fraser Valley Regional Libraries, www.fvrl.bc.ca and click on events.

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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!

Lung Association. Monthly meetings feature educational and social activities. For further information contact: B.C. Lung Association at 1-800665-5864 or (604) 7315864, betterbreathers@ bc.lung.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

Abbotsford Stroke Recovery Program Abbotsford Recreation Centre 2499 McMillian Road 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 info: Joni abbystrokerecovery@ gmail.com 604-746-9264

Music bingo Thursdays from 2 to 5pm at the Abbotsford Legion. Info – 604.853.1711 or visit www.abbylegion.ca 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 Karaoke from 7:30 to 11:30, every other Saturday at the Abbotsford Legion. Info – 604.853.1711 or visit www.abbylegion.ca The Abbotsford Legion Hosts A Meat Draw, 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

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Abbotsford Spinners & Weavers Guild- 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of month- 10am, Birkeland Bros (back room), 33739 Essendene Ave. Nov 3rd will be a general meeting with a demonstration of wet felting and Nov 17th is a fibre morning so bring your spinning wheel or knitting along. New members are always welcome.

Info abbotsford spinnersandweavers@ 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

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, an open shuffleboard table, dart boards and always someone to visit with. See you there.

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 3:305:00 pm at the Clearbrook library meeting room. For more information please email Suzanne McKay, Reading Buddies Program Coordinator at mlim.

Suzanne@gmail.com The Health and Wellness Show Tradex, Abbotsford March 9-10, 2019 10am-5pm both days $10, kids under 18 free (tickets at the door and on Eventbrite) Over 200 exhibitors from the health and wellness industry will share with you ways that you can improve your physical and mental well-being. Learn, discover, shop and try something new! There will be many zones to discover such as our 55+ Zone, Active Kids Zone, Fitness Zone, Healthy Pets Zone, Wellness Zone, and more! www.thaws.ca APRIL 6, 2019 16th annual Butterfly Ball at the Quality Hotel & Conference Centre.

Our premiere fundraising event of the year offers guests delicious food, wine, laughter, games, and prizes – all for an important cause! Funds raised will support Holmberg House, Abbotsford’s freestanding adult hospice and their grief support programs. Visit www. abbotsfordhospice.org for more information.

The Reach www.thereach.ca Opening Reception January 24, 2019 | 7pm Free Admission, Everyone Welcome Celebrate the opening of

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our Winter/Spring season at The Reach at our public opening reception. Meet and mingle with the artists, enjoy light refreshments and a cash bar. This event is free to the public and everyone is welcome.

Exhibitions Remote Gardening with DysfunctionED Tools: A Mohsen Khalili Retrospective January 24 – May 5, 2019 This exhibition is a comprehensive survey of Khalili’s abundant creative output including several major series of paintings, sculpture, and prints.

Cindy Baker: Crash Pad & Trucker Bombs January 24 – May 5, 2019 This exhibition includes two distinct but related bodies of work. Crash Pad is a combination of drawing, video projection, and patterned wallpaper that depicts scenes of loving, domestic intimacy between everyday women with disabilities and chronic health issues. This is accompanied by Trucker Bombs, a series of lightbox installations that speak to the pressures put on even able bodies to perform productivity under capitalism.

Each image depicts the kind of glowing, yellow water bottles often thrown onto highways when long-haul drivers, under pressure to drive ever longer hours, have to forego regular pit stops.

Stephanie Patsula January 24 – May 5, 2019 This exhibition presents several large-scale photos that document some of Patsula’s performances, in which she manipulates her body using mirrors and multiple exposure techniques to create uncanny, manipulated forms that express a bodily unease and lost identity in relation to the natural environment.

For Adults and Seniors C3 - CULTURE, COFFEE & COOKIES Every Wednesday January - May, 2019 | 10:30– 11:30am FREE | Pre-registration is required C3 is a series of cultural talks offered every Wednesday at 10:30am during the fall and winter seasons at The Reach.

Geared toward retirees and seniors, this casual, informative program is always free and is a great way to meet new people.

Art History: The Human Form in Art Barry Magrill, PhD Art History Thursdays Jan 31 - Mar 7, 2019 | 6:30pm-8:30pm $165 for 6 classes| 10% discount for Friends of The Reach This course explores our fascination with ourselves by looking across the ages at art of the human form.

For Kids and Families Art and History Tours Friday & Sunday | 12:00pm-5:00pm Free | All Ages Not an art aficionado?

The Reach offers drop-in tours to help you expand your understanding of contemporary art and broaden your knowledge of local history at no charge.

Sunday Family Art Class February 3, 17, March 3, 31, April 14, 28, May 26, June 9 and 23, 2019 1–2:30pm or 3–4:30pm FREE | Pre-registration is required These instructor-led classes are usually based on The Reach’s current art exhibitions, giving kids and parents a chance to learn some new techniques and have some fun together!

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The Reach Art Club Tuesdays January 29-March 12, 2019 | 3:00pm-4:30 pm Registration is $40 for 7 classes The Reach Art Club is for kids from 7 to 13 years old who will be introduced to many exciting techniques by our experienced instructors! Registration is done through the West Abbotsford Community School Society.

AYC Free Programs Abby Night Hoops, FREE Drop-in Basketball for youth ages 12 – 18years Hosted by AYC and Abbotsford Basketball Association Wednesdays 8pm – 10pm January 9 – Feb 5 @ Dave Kandal Elementary School Feb 13 – May 29 @ Eugene Reimer Middle School No registration required, More info at abbyyouth. com

Youth Dinner Nights, FREE For youth ages 12 – 18 years Each month, our Youth Centres host a ‘family style’ sit down dinner. Youth help prepare and serve the meals.

4pm – 8pm AYC Youth Centre at ARC: January 11, February 8, MARCH 8 AYC Youth Centre at MRC: January 18, February 22, March 15 No registration required, More info at abbyyouth.com Free Youth Drop-in For youth ages 12 – 18 years Every day after school at Youth Centres ARC and MRC Mon – Thurs 2:30pm – 5:00pm Friday 2:30pm – 10pm Saturday (ARC only) 7pm – 10pm No registration required, More info at abbyyouth.com

Live Lively FIRST 3 CLASSES FREE!

Free Youth Open Gym (AYC Youth Centre at ARC only) For youth ages 12 – 18 years Enter through AYC Youth Centre at ARC, Fridays 7pm – 8pm, Saturdays 8pm – 10pm.

Pink Shirt Day, FREE The community is invited to join us at our Youth Centre at ARC to raise awareness about bullying. February 27, 2019 3:30pm -4:30pm, More info at abbyyouth. com AYC Registered Programs Red Cross Babysitter’s Training, $60 3 dates to choose from: January 25, February 15, March 18 9am – 4:30pm Various locations, check website for details.

For youth ages 11-15 years, Register online at abbyyouth.com Level One FoodSafe, $78 3 dates to choose from: January 19, February 14, March 16 9am – 5pm Various locations, check website for details. For youth ages 14 – 18 years, Register online at abbyyouth.com

Girls, Guys and Youth Nights 7pm – 8:30pm Starts the week of January 22 Various locations Join us for 8 weeks of fun, recreational activities at a variety of locations throughout Abbotsford.

Activities may include rock climbing, laser tag, bowling and more! $50. Girls Night: Tuesdays (New Night), Guys Night: Wednesdays (New Night), Youth Night: Thursdays. For youth ages 12 – 16 years. Register online at abbyyouth.com LEAD: Lead, Explore and Develop 4 sessions plus events: February 25, March 11, April 8, April 29 + Events Dates 3:30pm – 5pm AYC Office at the Sweeney Neighbourhood Centre Youth attending this course will help plan and deliver a BC Youth Week event in May. For youth in Grades 9 – 11. Register online at abbyyouth.com, $60

New Dancers & Mainstream

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4 sessions: January 21, 28, February 4, 11 6pm – 7:30pm AYC Youth Centre at ARC For youth ages 12 – 16 years. Activities will focus on fun social engagement, trust, leadership and confidence building. $60. Register online at abbyyouth.com

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Vanilla Panna Cotta with Raspberry Sauce A Pretty Dessert For Valentine’s Day

Preparation time: 1-2 hours

Cooking time: 10-20 minutes

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Servings: 4

Ingredients....For the panna cotta 3 gelatine leaves or unflavored vegan jel by Natural Desserts 1 1/8 cup/250ml/9fl oz cows milk or plant based milk 2 1/4 cups/250ml/9fl oz double cream or plant based cream 1 vanilla pod, split lengthways, seeds scraped out 1/8 cup/25g/1oz sugar

For the sauce 3/4 cups/175g/6oz sugar 3/4 cups/175ml/6fl oz water Splash raspberry, cherry or blackcurrant liqueur 2 3/4 cups/350g/12oz raspberries

And to serve Sprigs of fresh mint and blueberries (optional)

Method To make the panna cotta, soak the gelatine leaves in a little cold water until soft.

Place the milk, cream, vanilla pod, scraped seeds and sugar into a heavy-bottomed pan and bring to a simmer. Remove the vanilla pod and discard.

Squeeze the water out of the gelatine leaves, then add to the pan.

Remove from the heat and stir until the gelatine has dissolved.

Divide the mixture between four pretty glass serving bowls and set aside to cool.

Place into the fridge for at least an hour, until set.

To make the sauce place the sugar, water and the splash of liqueur into a pan and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring until all the sugar has dissolved.

Remove the pan from the heat and add the raspberries. Use a hand blender to blitz the sauce until smooth. Pass it through a strainer to remove the seeds.

To serve, pour the sauce over the panna cotta and garnish with the blueberries and a sprig of mint.

Alternative serving method - pour the panna cotta mix into oiled moulds rather than serving dishes, and set in the fridge as before. Blitz half the raspberries into the sauce and strain through the strainer, then stir in the remaining raspberries. When the panna cotta are set, dip the moulds in hot water for a few seconds and turn the panna cotta out on to a plate, spoon over the sauce and decorate with blueberries and mint.

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JESSICA GARDEN

GALLERY 7 THEATRE PRESENTS BEAU JEST, A HILARIOUS COMEDY ABOUT FAMILY Gallery 7 Theatre continues its 2018/2019 “Back to Classics” Theatre season with the hilarious and charming Beau Jest, a comedy about family by James Sherman. Touted as ‘a light, sweet romantic comedy’ by the Chicago Tribune and “hilarious and quite moving” by the Chicago Sun Times, Beau Jest will be presented live on stage January 25 – February 9, 2019 at the Abbotsford Community Arts Addition.

All Sarah’s parents want is for her to marry a nice Jewish boy. But Sarah has been dating anyone but! To get her parents off her back, Sarah hires an actor to play her imaginary Jewish doctor boyfriend at a family dinner. Hilarity ensues as Sarah attempts to keep the charade going as long as she possibly can! A play about family, growing up and the extent we’ll go to please our parents, this delightful comedy will chase away those midwinter blues.

“This play is a real charmer,’ explains Ken Hildebrandt, Gallery 7 Theatre’s Executive/Artistic Director. ‘Though set in the early ‘80’s, it explores family dynamics in such a real and hilarious way that transcends the decades since the play was written. It’s about becoming our own person, about love, about the ties that bind people together. It celebrates faith and family, and it encourages being true to self and to others.”

Appearing in the role of Sarah Goldman is Mikayla Wust. Wust is a recent BFA graduate from Trinity Western University and has performed in

productions of The Cover of Life and The Diary of Anne Frank. Playing her pretend Jewish/Doctor boyfriend, David-slash-Bob, is Thomas Smith. Smith has appeared in many productions at Gallery 7 Theatre including Little Women and The Mousetrap, and is a graduate of the UFV Theatre program.

Sarah’s brother, Joel, a psychologist, is played by Brady Moore while her actual boyfriend, Chris, is played by James Lam. Her mother and father, Abe & Miriam Goldman, are being played by Sue Backs and Andrew Abrahams respectively.

Returning to the director’s chair following a very successful production of The Miracle Worker last season, is Jessica Garden. She is supported by a talented design team hailing from across the Lower Mainland: set design is by Calvin Baker, costume design is by Vicki Bolan, lighting design is by Michaela Freeman, sound design is by Ryan Scramstad, props design is by Maria Denholme and hair & make-up design is by Raelyn Schatz.

Production photographer is Dianna Lewis and the stage manager is Cristin Schieder.

“Beau Jest will warm hearts, tickle the funny bone and inspire some healthy conversation about family and being more secure in who you are,” concludes Hildebrandt. “It’s the perfect tonic to those post-Holiday blues and a beacon of light during those long winter nights.”

Beau Jest runs for three weeks, January 25 & 26, January 30 – Feb. 2 & Feb. 6 – 9, 2019 @ 7:30 PM with matinees on January 26, Feb. 2 & Feb. 9 at 2:00 PM at the Abbotsford Community Arts Addition, 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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This charming story takes place in a by-gone era where life was simpler and there was always a happy ending. “It’s been a lot of fun bringing this episode to the stage with so many talented people involved!� says Jim Tessaro, co-producer. “I know the audience will fall in love with it all.�

The setting is the CKUB radio station where performers prepare for their weekly live radio show. “LOVE� is in (and on) the air for this episode as the story takes us behind-the-scenes in Act 1 – where the cast deals with the many stages of romantic love intertwined with drama and comedy.

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Local dancers from Suburban Swing will add their exciting brand of energy and are sure to keep your toes tapping all night. “Whether or not you remember a time before YouTube, cell phones and even television, Starlight Radio Theatre promises a glimpse back to a time of delight and warmth when families pulled in together next to the old radio to listen to their favourite program,� adds Toronchuk. “I look forward to seeing you there.�

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Garden View This month – the joy of a greenhouse

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A greenhouse means that I don’t fear the weather, I can potter in my garden all year round and I can grow a range of plants that would not survive without protection. Most gardens have room for at least a tiny greenhouse and its well worth trying to incorporate one into your space.

Before choosing a greenhouse, check whether your local planning authority places any restrictions in terms of size or position. Usually there are no problems.

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You don’t have to heat a greenhouse but I like to because it lets me get an early start in spring, and keeps my tender pot plants alive through the winter.

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I arrange my greenhouse with staging on one side and a soil bed on the other for my tomatoes to grow in, and I’ve attached some guttering and a downpipe to a water butt so I can collect rainwater. It’s my little haven in February; where I plant seeds and imagine what my garden will look like in a three months’ time.

By Rachael Leverton

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Easy Cheesy Delicious Valentines’ Dinner For 2 Shrimp (or Chicken) Alfredo Garlic Linguini

What you will need:

What you will do:

3 tbsp butter, divided 3 cloves garlic minced 1 lb raw medium or large (if you really want to impress) shrimp, peeled and deveined OR 2 raw chicken breasts chopped into bit sized pieces 3/4 cup 2% milk 1/4 cup chicken broth 1 cup shredded mozzarella 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan WEVS Ă RXU Pepper to taste Salt to taste Pkg linguini 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley, add a bit more for garnish

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7. Add linguini to mixture, if mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk.

8. Garnish with parsley before serving (optional but looks awesome!).

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Whatz Up @ The Abbotsford Youth Commission For Youth Ages 12 - 18

WINTER 2019 January to March

FREE Drop-in for Youth Ages 12-18

Youth Centre at ARC

Youth Centre at MRC

2499 McMillan Road

3106 Clearbrook Road

Mon - Thur Friday Saturday

2:30 - 5pm 2:30 - 10pm 7 - 10pm

Each month, our Youth Centres host a 'family style' sit down dinner. Youth help prepare and serve the dinners.

Check our website for dates & times.

Our Dinner Nights and daily snacks are supported by President's Choice Children's Charity and the Abbotsford Community Foundation Find us online: www.abbyyouth.com Abbotsford Youth Commission

We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia

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2:30 - 5pm 2:30 - 10pm

Healthy snacks served daily at both Youth Centres!

FREE Youth Dinner Nights!

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Sign in at our Youth Centre at ARC, then head into the gym and play for FREE! Fridays 7 - 8pm Saturdays 8 - 10pm

ABBY NIGHT HOOPS

For Youth Ages 12 - 18 Wednesdays 8pm - 10pm Dave Kandall Elementary January 9 - February 6 Eugene Reimer Middle February 13 - May 29 Abbotsford Youth Commission and Abbotsford Basketball Association are excited to partner to create Abby Night Hoops - a free drop in basketball program for youth!

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13th Annual Abbotsford Family Literacy Day Celebration

Saturday, January 26, 2019, 11 am – 2 pm at Clearbrook Library and The Reach Musician Will’s Jams 11:15 am – 12 pm at Clearbrook Library The Purple Pirate Magic Show 1 pm – 1:45 pm at The Reach Community Literacy Partners tables, activities, refreshments, balloon sculpting, and fun for the whole family. All free.

Free Pancake Breakfast 10 am – 11:30 am at Fire Hall #1 beside Clearbrook Library. Pick up your Community Reading Challenge Log and tuck into flapjacks cooked by Rescue Services firefighters. Read in January and you could win a prize!

Illustration inspired by sculpture by Manjit Sandhu.

Did you know?

On evenings and weekends there is extra parking in the City of Abbotsford lots, with the Visitor section of the upper lot adjacent to City Hall (off Justice Way) being closest to Clearbrook Library.

Ask library staff for more information.

Program Information Available 24/7 Online at www.fvrl.ca Come to your Abbotsford Libraries in January and February for Storytimes, Toddler Times, Babytimes, Teen Advisory Group (TAG) fun, informative and fascinating programs for adults, Book Clubs, craft get-togethers and much, much more. Book a Librarian for one-on-one assistance with eBook and Audiobook downloading, next reads and help with research. Follow FVRL on:

Abbotsford Community Library 33355 Bevan Ave 604-853-1753 Clearbrook Library 32320 George Ferguson Way 604-859-7814 Mount Lehman Library 5875 Mt. Lehman Road 604-856-4988

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Location: AYC Office P208 - 33355 Bevan Ave Sweeney Neighbourhood Centre

Mondays 3:30pm - 5pm Feb 25, Mar 11, Apr 8, Apr 29 + Event Dates TBD

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