What's On! Mission - Jan/Feb 2015 Issue

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What’s On at the Clarke!

Arts Club Theatre presents

The ODD Couple THE CLASSIC COMEDY OF MISMATCHED ROOMIES Meet Felix Ungar, the neurotic, neat-freak news writer. Meet Oscar Madison, the slovenly sportswriter. When life changes bring them together as roommates, will these two friends learn to meet in the middle? Or will their irreconcilable differences split them apart? The Odd Couple, the now classic play that earned Neil Simon his first Tony Award, is one of the playwright’s funniest and most affecting works.

January 26th, 8pm Call The Arts Club Box Office at 1.877.299.1644 today!

Timberwolf Musical Theatre Robert Bateman Secondary School Production of

January 6th – 7 p.m.

January 7th – 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Tickets at Robert Bateman Secondary School Office – 604-864-0220

Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman Book by Linda Woolverton

The Clarke Theatre congratulates Cory Cassel Productions on the opening of Mission’s newest Entertainment Hub – The Stage!

Good Luck Cory! Check out the web page at www.thestageinmission.ca for upcoming events!

Clarke Theatre - 33700 Prentis Ave, Mission - 604.820.3961 - www.clarketheatre.ca - Find us on Facebook

PUBLISHER’S NOTE Happy New Year Mission! Out with the old and in with the new!

What a year 2014 was… so many wonderful events happened in our community… WELL DONE Mission on yet another fun filled year of community and celebration. As we look forward to 2015, there is a renewed spirit in the air. We look forward to promoting and attending as many events as possible and maybe even planning a few of our own. Stay tuned!

core. As the redevelopment of the Bellevue Hotel begins to move forward, we are pleased to have been invited in to work with Brock Rodgers and Ken Brookes to bring the building back to life, and will begin a new era of fun and entertainment in a safe, inclusive environment. Follow us as we bring fun back to the Bellevue - on Facebook at The Stage in Mission and at www.thestageinmission.ca.

I want to take an opportunity to thank Jamie Hayes for her contribution to What’s On! Mission over the past year. Jamie started working with What’s On! Mission in November of 2013 as part of our sales team and editor. Jamie was a pleasure to work with and brought a lot of enthusiasm to her role. In 2014, Jamie accepted the position of Executive Director with the Mission Downtown Business Association - a position she has already excelled at - and will be leaving What’s On! Mission. We wish Jamie and her family all the best in their new adventures in 2015. (If there are errors in this article, it is because Jamie has already left!)

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Have a safe and happy New Year!

We are excited to announce that Cory Cassel Productions will be working with The Stage at the Bellevue Hotel to offer an exciting and improved venue for events and entertainment in Mission’s downtown

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Adopt A Block

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Health & Wellness

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Arts Council

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Heritage Week

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Back to Health

21

International Women’s Day

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Robbie Burns

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Opening Nite Theatre

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Clarke Theatre

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Parks, Rec, & Culture

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What’s On! Mission is published under licence from Blueberry Publications by Cory Cassel Productions. Editor: Jamie Hayes

Cultural Resources Commission

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Recipes

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Economic Development

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Sasquatch Lions

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Events Calendar

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What’s On! In the Community

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JANUARY Peggy Staber Memorial Show featuring PINK January 6th - 24th Rock Family Galley 35529 1st Ave. www.missionartscouncil.ca Valley Women’s Network luncheon January 8, 11:45am 1:00pm Royal Canadian Legion 32627 Logan Ave. valleywomensnetwork.com | vwn.mission@gmail.com Back to Health Fair January 10th Mission Leisure Centre mission.ca/leisure, 604820-5350 Lunch With A Bunch Senior’s Luncheon January 15th, 11:30am 1pm. Carrington House, 32700 – 7th Avenue Contact to register: Mission Community Services Society, 604-826-3634

Mission Minor Softball Registration January 17th - 19th, 10am 3pm. Mission Leisure Centre www.missionsoftball.ca Reel On The River screening of “PRIDE” January 19th, 7:30 PM SilverCity at the Junction Info at www.reelontheriver.ca Winter Celebration – Free Preschool Event January 22nd, 10am - 1pm Mission Leisure Centre mission.ca/leisure, 604-820-5350 World Café: Workshop for Childcare providers January 24th, 8:30am 12:30pm. Best Western Mission City Lodge. Please contact CCRR (604-8266194) or laura.hope@ missioncommunityservices. com to pre-register.

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Talking to Strangers: Paintings by Bill Edmonds Jan 27th - Feb 14th Rock Family Gallery 33529 1st Ave. www. missionartscouncil.ca

Robbie Burns Day January 24th, lounge opens at 2pm. Mission Legion 604.826.2331

Business and Professional Women’s Club Lunch Meeting January 28th, Reg 11:15am Rockwell’s Chapel Room Book your seat at info@ bpwmission.ca

Robbie Burns Supper in support of Cops for Cancer January 24th Cedarbrooke Retirement Residence. Call Jimmy at 604.820.3166 Mission Minor Lacrosse Club Open Registration January 25th, 10am - 2pm Leisure Centre. Visit www.missionminorlacrosse. com for online registration For more info contact Darcie dadowney@telus.net Mission Weavers & Spinners Guild meeting January 26, 7:00pm Mission Arts Centre, 33529 First Ave more info: missionwsg@gmail.com Arts Club Theatre presents The ODD Couple: THE CLASSIC COMEDY OF MISMATCHED ROOMIES January 26th, 8pm Clarke Theatre Call The Arts Club Box Office at 1.877.299.1644

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FEBRUARY Reel On The River screening of “WHIPLASH” February 2nd, 7:30pm SilverCity at the Junction Info at www.reelontheriver.ca Timberwolf Musical Theatre Robert Bateman Secondary School Production of Beauty and the Beast February 5th, 6th, & 7th Clarke Theatre Call the box office for info Strategies for Storytelling February 7th, 10am - 3pm Lunch provided Mission Literacy in Motion 33570 11th For more information: 604.820.2027 The DRAG Show February 7th, doors at 8pm, show at 9pm The Stage 32998 1st Ave www.thestageinmission.ca Family Day with The Junior Bug Club February 9th, 1pm - 3pm Save On Foods www. missionadoptablock.com Family Day Discount Swim February 9th, 8:30am 4:30pm Mission Leisure Centre Pool mission.ca/leisure, 604820-5350

Family Day Discount Skate February 9th, 1pm - 3pm.

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Valentine’s Day at the Legion February 14th, lounge opens 2 pm. Mission Legion Branch 57 For further details – 604-826-2331

Valley Women’s Network luncheon February 12th, 11:45am 1:00pm. Royal Canadian Legion 32627 Logan Ave. valleywomensnetwork.com | vwn.mission@gmail.com

Heart to Heart Pool Craft February 14th, 7pm - 9pm Mission Leisure Centre Pool mission.ca/leisure, 604-820-5350

Pro-D Day Discount Swim February 13th, 10am - 3pm Mission Leisure Centre Pool mission.ca/leisure, 604820-5350 Pro-D Day Discount Skate February 13th, 1pm - 3pm Mission Leisure Centre Arena mission.ca/leisure, 604-820-5350 A Very Superstitious Party February 13th, doors at 8pm.

The Stage 32998 1st Ave www.thestageinmission.ca Valentine’s Day – Free Preschool Event. February 14th, 10am - 1pm. Mission Leisure Centre www.mission. ca/leisure Mission Minor Softball Registration February 14th - 15th, 10am - 3pm. Mission Leisure Centre www.missionsoftball.ca

Sasquatch Lions Club Valentine’s Day Dance February 14th, doors at 7pm. Deroche Community Hall. Tickets $15 at Deroche Store Single for a Night Valentine’s Party February 14th, doors at 8pm The Stage 32998 1st Ave. www. thestageinmission.ca Reel On The River screening of “MOMMY” February 16th, 7:30pm SilverCity at the Junction Info at www.reelontheriver.ca

SteamPunk Spectaculorium February 21st The Stage 32998 1st Ave www.thestageinmission.ca “James Thorhaug” - LIVE February 22nd, 8:30pm 12:30am. Historic Dewdney Pub. For more info call 604826-4762 A Night with the Oscars February 22nd The Stage 32998 1st Ave www.thestageinmission.ca Mission Weavers & Spinners Guild meeting February 23rd, 7:00pm Mission Arts Centre, 33529 First Ave more info: missionwsg@gmail.com FREE! Family Swims Sponsored by What’s On! Mission February 25th, 6:30pm 8:30pm. Mission Leisure Centre Pool. Mission.ca/ leisure, 604-820-5350

Heritage Week Celebrations February 17th - 23rd www.missionarchives.com www.missionmuseum.com

Forbidden Broadway presented by Fraser Valley Stage February 25th - 28th Clarke Theatre www.fraservalleystage.com

Business and Professional Women’s Club of Mission February 19th, Reg 11:15amRockwells Bar & Grill/. Chapel Room at Best Western. Book your seat at info@bpwmission.ca

Mission Community Foundation Bursary/ Scholarship Application Deadline February 26th, 4pm 32444 7th Avenue, Mission Please contact mfound@ telus.net

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MISSION EVENTS CALENDAR FOLLOW OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER F - WHATS ON MISSION T - @WHATSONMISSION Submit events 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.

Muse Awards: Deadline for Submissions February 27th www.missioncultural resources.com Sasquatch Lions Texas Hold’em Fundraiser February 28th, doors at 6pm. Deroche Community Hall. For more Info call Al 604-796-9798

MARCH Mission Community Foundation Grant Cycle #1 Application Deadline March 1st, 4pm. 32444 7th Avenue, Mission Please contact mfound@telus.net Reel On The River March 2nd, 7:30pm.

SilverCity at the Junction Info at www.reelontheriver.ca Business and Professional Women’s Club of Mission Evening Workshop March 4th, 7pm – 8:30pm Rockwells Bar & Grill/Chapel Room at Best Western Book your seat at info@ bpwmission.ca

‘THE DEATH OF ZUKASKY’ (A comedy) by Richard Strand Director: Kathy Yewell March 6th - March 22nd, (Thurs, Fri and Sat 8:00 pm with Sunday matinees at 2pm) Opening Nite Theatre, 33223 N. Railway Ave (across from the Mission West Coast Express Train Station) http:// openingnitetheatresociety. tripod.com/contact-us.html It’s All About Me: A Conference for People Who care about Children March 7th For more information, contact the Mission CCRR at 604.826.6914 or laura.hope@ missioncommunityservices. com The DRAG Show March 7th, doors at 8pm, show at 9pm. The Stage 32998 1st Ave. www. thestageinmission.ca

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Clarke Theatre. Tickets at www. hightideconcerts.net Mission Weavers & Spinners Guild meeting March 23rd, 7:00pm Mission Arts Centre, 33529 First Ave. More info: missionwsg@gmail.com Reel On The River March 23rd, 7:30pm SilverCity at the Junction Info at www.reelontheriver.ca Seedy Saturday March 28, 10am - 2pm Clarke Theatre 33700 Prentis Ave. www.mission cityfarmersmarket.com

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For information email moflions@gmail.com “Whisky Jack” Hosts Karaoke Wednesday nights at 7:30pm. Historic Dewdney Pub. 604-826-4762 for more info Larry Vollans hosts ‘Acoustic Open Mic’ Thursday’s, 7:30pm Historic Dewdney Pub 604-826-4762 for more info

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Vanessa Baron is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist in Mission, BC who specializes in helping busy moms reclaim their health! www.itsrainingkalenutrition.com

Are you ready to ELIMINATE CRAVINGS? Are you ready to experience a SURGE IN ENERGY LEVELS? Are you ready to LOVE YOURSELF enough to take action NOW? If you answered “yes� to these 3 questions, then it’s time you and I worked 1:1!

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Fraser Valley Economic Summit: A Mission Perspective In his address to open the Fraser Valley Economic Summit, held on September 9th, motivational speaker Alvin Law hit quite a few nails on their heads. “My best advice? Live in the moment and concentrate on what you are going to do next.

Never dwell in the past, as in ‘We’ve always done it this way’. The past won’t get you where you want to go.� The Fraser Valley is no longer a sleepy by-water on the fringes of Vancouver. It is already an economic powerhouse, and the future of that powerhouse is very bright.

From a Mission perspective, two important takeaways from the Summit are concepts where we already H[FHO 7KH Ă€ UVW RI WKHVH LV WKH QHHG IRU QHLJKERXULQJ municipalities to collaborate rather than compete. As (FRQRPLF 'HYHORSPHQW 2IĂ€ FHU , FR KRVWHG D ZRUNVKRS to explain how Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge and Mission work together to attract investment under the banner of “Invest North Fraser.â€? Along with my colleagues, we told our audience that the initiative is working, although not without its challenges. For example, our resources and the opportunities are not always equal among the three communities, so maintaining a regional perspective LV VRPHWLPHV GLIĂ€ FXOW %XW RQ EDODQFH WKH SD\RIIV DUH GHĂ€ QLWHO\ ZRUWK LW The second important message for Mission came from UFV president Dr. Mark Evered. “Creative talent is the only sustainable development,â€? he said. “The unlimited economic resource is brain power.â€? The tie-in to Mission’s programs to attract the high technology sector and our technical centre of excellence was unmistakable. Human creative talent combined with the development of intellectual property is an immense economic driver worth $624 billion in 2011, and growing at an estimated rate of 8.8% annually. According to Dr. Evered, the world market for media and entertainment technology will surpass $1.9 trillion by 2015. “In the 1950’s, only 10% of the economy was based on the creative sector,â€?

Dr Evered told the meeting.

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“That has risen to over 30% and is growing. Factories are yesterday’s engines for growth. Today’s are creative and knowledge-based hubs.â€? Referring to American economist and social scientist Richard Florida, Dr. Evered talked about the newly emerging Creative Class. According to Florida, the Creative Class is a key driving force for economic development in the post industrial cities in the United States. Of the 330 metropolitan areas in the US, less than 10% have positive scores on what Florida calls “the brain drain factor.â€? Less than 10% attract college educated people. The other 90% watch their brightest and best leave to work somewhere else. And what do the 10% have that the rest do not? “The three T’s,â€? says Dr. Evered. ´7KH Ă€ UVW ´7Âľ LV WHFKQRORJ\ 6XFFHVVIXO FRPPXQLWLHV PXVW LQYHVW LQ 7HFKQRORJ\ DQG KDYH D XQLYHUVLW\ SUHVHQFH %XW that in itself is not enough. The second “Tâ€? is Talent, and you must be able to attract the talent. And the third “Tâ€? is Tolerance – the ability to keep an open mind to the world.â€?

All in all, the Fraser Valley Economic Summit was an interesting and enlightening day. And with Mission working hard to incorporate the three “T’s� into its economic development plans, the future looks good indeed.

Keeping in touch with with the the business of Mission Mission Keeping in touch business of To advertise call 604-832-3130 or e-mail whatsonmission@live.ca

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Fraser Valley Stage

Fraser Valley Stage Presents….

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Fraser Valley Stage presents a hilarious way to enjoy the best of show tunes in the production of “Forbidden Broadway’s (Greatest Hits Volume I)”

by Gerard Alessandrini. Familiar tunes with a twist on the lyrics will have you laughing, non-stop.

Fraser Valley Stage Production Society has been performing for a number of decades. This performance includes some of FVS veterans and a new generation of voices. The cast of 27 come from all parts of the Greater Vancouver Area and Fraser Valley, including some from Mission.

Fraser Valley Stage has deeply rooted connections within the community. Rehearsal venues include schools and churches and ticket sales are within places of business.

This performance has expanded those connections into the Mission Community by involving a local dance studio for choreographers. The show’s entire run is at the Clarke Theatre.

The cast will take you from center stage to backstage and at times a little ‘off stage’ as they bring to life some

of the most well-known songs of “Broadway.” instead of the familiar lyrics the words are what make the show. “So come with us on an omnibus to a theater-goers soiree,” where the show includes ‘sexy staging’ on a ‘bare stage.’

So if you are looking for that perfect Valentine’s Day gift or have always wanted to see the “show,” here is your chance to!

Forbidden Broadway runs February 25 to February 28, 2015 with nightly shows at 7:30pm and a 2:30 Matinee on Saturday. All shows will be held at the Clarke Theatre, Heritage Park Centre, 33700 Prentis Ave. Tickets can be purchased at the Mission Leisure Centre, at Prospera, Credit Union ,by calling 604 854 5463 or 778 801 5573, or online at www.fraservalleystage.com. Ticket prices: $25 Adult, $22 Senior/Youth, $15 child

CAN DANCE 6 7 8 ' , 2 %DOOHW 7DS -D]] /\ULFDO +LS +RS 0RGHUQ CRQtemSRUaU\ AFUR 0XVLFal 7heatUe Can Dance studio has been teaching dance in the Fraser Valley for the past 26 years. Director Debbie Calicetto not only loves to bring the passion of dance to children who come to the studio but also work with the local schools and theatre companies to bring the performing arts alive in the community.

The up and coming FVS production ‘Forbidden Broadway’ is another amazing production that Debbie and Sabra Lind, both instructors from Can Dance Studio, will be a part of.

Ages 5 months to Adult Adult Registration is now underway!

Recreation and Competition Levels Classes start at ONLY $25 a month Call Today! www.candancestudio.com 604-820-0122 33138 1st Ave. Mission 14

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Putting new lyrics to songs from living musicals, Putting new lyrics to songs from living musicals, this long-running hit is relentlessly, cleverly, this long-running hit is relentlessly, cleverly, breathtakingly funny breathtakingly funny

SHOW SHOW TIMES TIMES Nightly 7:30 pm Nightly28, 7:30 pm Wednesday February 25 - to Saturday February 2015 Wednesday February 25 - to Saturday 2015 2:30pmFebruary Saturday28, matinee 2:30pm Saturday at Clarkematinee Theatre at Clarke Theatre Heritage Park Centre 33700 Prentis Ave. Mission Heritage Park Centre 33700 Prentis Ave. Mission

TICKETS TICKETS Prospera Credit Union

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Prospera Credit Union Centre 7650 Grand St #101 – 32423 Lougheed Highway Mission Leisure

#101––32700 32423South Lougheed #40 FraserHighway Way Abbotsford #40 – 32700 South Fraser by phone: 778 801 5573 / Way 604 Abbotsford 854 5463 by phone: 778 801 5573 / 604 854 5463 www.fraservalleystage.com www.fraservalleystage.com

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$25.00 Adults $22.00 Seniors/youth $15.00 Child $25.00 Adults $22.00 Seniors/youth $15.00 Child

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Well, Christmas is already a distant memory, but let’s help keep it alive by thinking back to the top businesses and community organizations that have, and continue to go the extra mile when it comes to: • Outstanding Customer Service • Building our local economy • Contributing to the local community • Innovative and entrepreneurial spirit

So can you think of anyone?

Then allow the chamber to recognize them on your behalf. Nominate your favorites at MissionChamber.bc.ca/NominateMe .

Nominations open January 22 Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce 34033 Lougheed Hwy www.missionchamber.bc.ca - 604.826.6914 Follow us on Facebook

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Chef Kerry Martin has come full circle, or at least across the street. While still in high school, his career began at The Pepper Tree Restaurant, now LA Fusion.

Washing dishes and keenly watching all that was happening in the kitchen, he knew this was what he was meant to do. Thirty-eight years later after leading teams in some of the best restaurants and golf course kitchens in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, he and his wife Laurel have now opened their second restaurant in Mission, Martin’s Downtown.

fresh ingredients they carefully create with, spending many hours each day preparing for lunch and dinner.

Martin’s Downtown is in one of Mission historic buildings that has undergone many changes over the years. Built in 1929 it was the original Mission Town Hall and was used as such until 1974 when it was renovated and has since housed many good restaurants. Our atmosphere is stylish, sophisticated, warm and welcoming, softly lit, the DLU À OOHG ZLWK EHDXWLIXO PXVLF ZLWK WKH GLVWLQFW VRXQG RI D martini shaker in the background.

Kerry’s philosophy of using fresh, local, highest quality ingredients is what you will discover and savour at Martin’s Downtown. Each menu item begins with a vision of the À QDO SUHVHQWDWLRQ DQG JRHV WKURXJK PDQ\ VXEWOH FKDQJHV until perfected. With classical cooking techniques being We and our staff invite you to be our guest for‌ Classic the focus, each menu item has been carefully created to Cuisine at Martin’s Downtown or Valley Casual at The delight your palate. We begin with real food, fresh and Blackberry Kitchen in Fraser River Heritage Park. wholesome to create a meal to remember. Our talented kitchen team has the highest respect for the quality of the

Martin’s Downtown • 604-820-0789 • 33157 1st Avenue, Mission • martinsdowntown@telus.net 18

ToOpen advertise callLunch 604-832-3130 or e-mail Daily for and Dinner 11am - 9pm whatsonmission@live.ca • Fully Licensed • Bookings for Dinner Parties for up to 50 people

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Old Fashioned Pork Belly and Beans Cook time: approx. 4-5 hours (Beans must soak overnight) Yield: Serves 6 as a meal more as a side dish

Ingredients 2 cups dry white beans such as navy beans 1/3 cup molasses 1/3 cup brown sugar 3 TBSP Dijon mustard 1/8 tsp dry thyme 1/8 tsp. Ground cloves 1 bay leaf 3 cups chicken bouillon 1 cup tomato juice ½ pound Salted Pork Belly, cut into 1 inch pieces 1 ½ cups white onion chopped 1 TBSP garlic chopped

Directions Place beans in a large pot and cover with 2 inches of water. Soak overnight and drain.

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Heat a heavy bottomed oven-proof pot over medium heat, add pork and cook gently for two minutes, add onion and garlic, cook for two minutes. Add cloves, thyme, bay leaf, brown sugar, molasses and Dijon, cook for two minutes.

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Pork belly and beans recipe tastes better reheated the next day.

The Blackberry Kitchen At Fraser River Heritage Park 7494 Mary St Breakfast, Lunch • Fully Licensed Majestic views of the Fraser Valley Hours: Open Daily 9am – 4pm Open All year Facebook - Blackberry Kitchen • 604-826-0210 Whats On! • www.whatsonmission.ca

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We look forward to partnering with you in 2015 to reach your health and fitness goals!

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BALANCING HEALTH WITHOUT WEALTH THE DISTRICT OF MISSION AND FRASER HEALTH HAVE PARTNERED ONCE AGAIN TO PUT ON THE 5TH ANNUAL BACK TO HEALTH…FOR GOOD 2015 HEALTH FAIR. This increasingly popular FREE event is scheduled for Saturday, January 10, 2015 at the Mission Leisure Centre (7650 Grand Street, Mission, BC).

Come on down to the Mission Leisure Centre from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. where you can meet professionals providing health related services throughout our community. This is your chance to educate yourself about the services available, to participate in activities and attend interactive presentations. This year, you will learn that health without wealth is possible and that there are many community services to support you in maintaining D KHDOWK\ OLIHVW\OH 1RZ LV \RXU FKDQFH WR À QG RXW more about how to be the very best YOU! Come check out FREE SWIMMING, SKATING, FITNESS Classes, WEIGHT ROOM access & MUCH MUCH MORE!! We look forward to meeting you!

January 10, 2015 – Back to Health…FOR GOOD runs 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Don’t miss it!

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Old man winter is here so spending quality time indoors with a hot cup of tea perusing the beautiful art at the Mission Arts Centre is a must! We are the big yellow house on the corner of Catherwood and 1st. Come into the Gallery and enjoy the quiet ambiance while viewing some of the best local and regional artists around. The exhibition art is available for sale as well. There is also a tea room at the rear of the house where you can purchase a coffee or tea along with a piece of biscotti to round out your experience at the MAC. Also donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to stop at the Mission Spinners and Weavers room in the MAC where you will enjoy the gorgeous handmade work by local fabric artists, including our very own Mission Tartan! There is plenty of parking at the back and the side of the building. The Gallery is open on Tuesdays to Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm so come on down and make the Mission Arts Centre part of your winter destination. For more information contact 604-826-0029 The Mission Arts Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s big bi-annual Celebration of the Arts fundraiser is being held this year at The Stage located at the corner of Grand and 1st. This year the theme is Steampunk and the planning is well underway. We are calling the event the Steampunk Spectaculorium and tickets are on sale at the Mission Art Centre for $65.00 or through the website Eventbrite. There will be a LIVE band, signature drinks, food, live & silent auctions, photographer, magician, Steampunk fortune teller/palm reader, roving entertainers, costume contest and so much more. Get GEARED up and come help support the Arts in Mission with this awesome fundraiser.

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HOW TO WINTERIZE YOUR HOME Even though we are well into winter, it is never too late to properly winterize your home. The following steps will help you keep the heat in your home, and money in your pocket. Most of the procedures are inexpensive and HDV\ WR SHUIRUP :LWK WKH FRVW RI HQHUJ\ RQ WKH ULVH WKHVH VLPSOH Ă&#x20AC; [HV ZLOO more than pay for themselves in future savings.

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Save the Date! is coming your way

A World CafĂŠ

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Child Development Program

World CafĂŠ: â&#x20AC;&#x153;A facilitation method that allows small groups of people to have conversations, sketch and brainstorm in an informal setting, around cafĂŠ tables. Groups have several rounds, switching tables and starting new topicsâ&#x20AC;?

The aim is to everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contributions, to create a â&#x20AC;&#x153;made in Missionâ&#x20AC;? resource package for each participant.

Please mark your calendars:

This facilitated, participatory workshop is for childcare providers and those who work with children in childcare settings.

Date: Time: Location:

Discussion topics include: â&#x20AC;˘ Taking care of the caregiver â&#x20AC;˘ Programming for deprogramming â&#x20AC;&#x201C;play! â&#x20AC;˘ Enhancing environments â&#x20AC;˘ Supporting positive behaviour â&#x20AC;˘ Marketing your childcare centre â&#x20AC;˘ Connecting with Missionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Early Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Saturday, January 24th 2015 8:30 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12:30 pm Best Western 32281 Lougheed Hwy., Mission BC. Cost: $10.00 per person There will be a continental breakfast and door prizes!

Registration And Payment: Please contact CCRR (604-826-6194) or laura.hope@missioncommunityservices.com to pre-register.

Our facilitator for this World CafĂŠ will be Cory Cassel of Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On! Mission. ry ow e N ev ay! en rd op atu S

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register now for winter artist focus class featuring:

A Conference for People who care about Children

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What might children’s behaviour be telling us?

Do you ever wonder about those ‘behaviours’ that happen right out of the blue? They may not be so mysterious after all! Come and learn about how to help our children learn to regulate and see if it helps some of those ‘challenging’ behaviours!

Saturday, March 7th

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Birthday Parties

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For more information, contact the Mission CCRR at 604.826.6914 or laura.hope@ missioncommunityservices.com

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Seung-ri Mission Taekwondo Academy Creating tomorrow’s Leaders Today

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The Six C’s of Selling: 1. Curb Appeal – how does your property look from the curb? If potential buyers love the looks of the house from the curb, they become excited to see it and they will call me for an appointment.

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6. Cost vs. Value – spend money in the right places and on the right items to get your home “market ready.” The best to accomplish this is to contact me for a free, no obligation prelisting consultation.

Tom Osterberg Real Estate Representative • Lighthouse Realty Ltd Cell 604-615-6446 • www.TomOsterberg.com • fraservalleytom@shaw.ca

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My name is Madison and I am 7 and this is my story.

When I was 4 years old I woke up one morning and I was covered in huge hives from head to toe. The doctors said I had â&#x20AC;&#x153;Idiopathic Urticariaâ&#x20AC;? which means hives for no known reason. I was placed on 3 different medications and was told I would probably grow out of it. One night I woke up with my tongue and throat feeling funny so I was rushed to Emergency and was diagnosed with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Angiodemaâ&#x20AC;? which causes my fingers, eyelids and bottoms of my feet to swell.

Every time I got excited, sad, worried or sick I would swellbasically, every birthday, Christmas or special occasion.The doctors suggested using adult strength Benedryl along with my other meds to help the swelling (thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of medicine for my little body). My dad happened to walk into FUELMission Store, and told Dolf about me. Dolf suggested his â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dolphinâ&#x20AC;? Alkaline water.

We drank the water as a family and I started to notice that I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t breaking out as much and eventually I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need any meds. For 6 months I was symptom free until we went camping and it started again. The only thing different was that we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the Dolphin Water. We started drinking the water again and 4 days later I stopped swelling. THANK YOU DOLPH for helping me to be a HEALTHY little girl.

My name is Rita Racine. 5 years ago I had an operation to help shrink a fibroid which was the size of a grapefruit.

The operation did shrink it about 2 inches over a 3 year period but I still felt it growing and all the symptoms were coming back. I heard about the Photon Genius light therapy from Dolf at FUEL in Mission. I took 6 treatments and I no longer feel the fibroid and I have more energy and better circulation. I also drink Dolphin Water and do a daily detox. Thanks to Dolf and Zorka for all your help and support.

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We look forward to seeing you at Silver Creek Café in 2015!

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Daily Specials Online: www.silvercreekcafe.ca Silver Creek Industrial Park 31510 Gill Ave Mission 604-826-2255

Mission’s Home Health Care Destination Medical Equipment & Sports Medicine Specialists • Bathroom Safety Aids • Mobility Aids • Compression Stockings • Wound Care • Ostomy & Catheter Supplies • Braces & Orthotics

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Sasquatch Lions Club Texas Holdem

Valentine’s Day Dance

Saturday, Jan 31st & Saturday, Feb. 28th

Saturday, Feb. 14th,

Deroche Community Hall (41555 North Nicomen Road) Doors open at 6:00pm - Play starts at 7:00pm $ 50.00 Entry Fee - $ 10,000.00 in playing chips Prizes: $ 1,000.00 First Place - $ 2,000.00 Total Payout (No Re-Buys - One Top Up) Food & Beverages Available For More Information: Ken Gordon – Phone 604-855-2442 BC Gaming License # 65903 Know

Deroche Community Hall Doors open at 7:00pm Dancing 8:00pm – Midnight

LOOSE ENDS Tickets: $15 each at the Deroche Store Contact: Brad Paterson: 604-855-5519.

Door Prizes - 50 / 50 - Shooters Lots of Snacks – Lots of Fun

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Mission District Historical Society

February 17 - 23, 2015

J oin us to discover and celebrate our local pride of First A venue - Mission’s most storied street! For a schedule of s pecial ecial events aand activities visit us online: w w w. m i s s i o n a r c h i v e s . c o m

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At the Bellevue Hotel Events & Entertainment Venue

Where Everyone Comes to Play!

Under new management by

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32998 -1st Avenue, Mission

Tickets $65 purchased through the MAC or EVENTBRITE

Mash Potato Bar Costume Contest Silent & Live Auction JoAnn Stoneberg Tarot Card Reader

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Saturday February 7th and Saturday March 7th

Doors open at 6:30 pm

Female Impersonators and Adult Comedy Show The Stage at the Bellevue Hotel 32998 1st Ave, Mission • www.thestageinmission.ca Tickets $10 in advance / $15 at the door Advance tickets available at Mission Springs Liquor Store, City Hall Liquor Store, Mr. Pet’s - Mission, World Odyssey Travel & Cruise, Mission City Business Centre

Presented by

Clinton W. Gray Magician

“The House Party”

Brandon MacDonald Photo booth

the mission arts council

phone - 604-826-0029

facebook.com/MACSteampunkEvent

Cory Cassel Productions

12.31.2014 - A Big Silver Ball NYE Party 02.06.2015 - Murder Mystery Night 02.07.2014 - The DRAG Show 02.13.2015 - A Very Superstitious Party 02.14.2015 - Single for a Night Valentine’s Day Party 02.21.2015 - Steampunk Spectaculorium 03.07.2015 - The DRAG Show 03.21.2015 - Spring Solstice Party

Book The Stage for YOUR next event private/corporate parties, fundraisers, live music, dinner theatre, live comedy, Catering Available and so much more!

The Stage - Events & Entertainment Venue • The Bellevue Hotel - 32998 1st Ave, Mission

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Sandcastle Preschool...

Why Choose a “Learning Through Play” Preschool Program?

Choosing to enroll your preschooler in a program that supports learning through play is the most developmentally appropriate setting for enhancing their overall growth and development, at a time when it’s happening fast! When preschoolers are given opportunities to learn in natural play settings, they learn best through discovery, exploration, practice and encouragement.

What about academics?

A learning through play program allows children to learn concepts, discover and experience their world and build skills in a way that supports their natural ability to learn. It also builds imagination, creativity, and a LOVE for learning!

A learning through play program is the best way to prepare your child for their big school career! Before Kindergarten, preschoolers need opportunities to: • Develop social skills • Learn to manage emotions and regulate behavior • Develop self-help skills • Practice problem solving • Understand routines and follow directions • Practice communication • Play cooperatively and respect others • Recognize their name in written form • Build relationships and make peer connections

33345 Second Ave • 604-826-0622 Register now for Fall classes! Options for Fall 2015 include: 3 day/week (Mon, Wed, Fri) • Morning class: 8:45-11:15 • Afternoon class: 11:45-2:15 Fee: 175.00/month (30.00 registration fee) 2 day/week (Tues, Thurs) • Morning class: 8:45-11:15 • Afternoon class: 11:45-2:15 Fee: 120.00/month (30.00 registration fee)

Subsidy welcome • www/missionacl.org • click on Sandcastle Preschool for program information and your child’s registration form

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Mission Ukulele Circle After attending a ukulele circle in Victoria, Richard Lepinsky started the Mission Ukulele Circle in Nov 2013, shortly after moving to Mission. Over the last year, the group has grown in numbers with a current membership of around twenty. The group welcomes all levels of ability, including those who are just starting to play the ukulele. The goal is to have a fun, educational music group open to all.

Fraser Valley Academy of Dance Artistic Director John C. Carney

MUSICAL THEATRE

The ukulele is an easy instrument to become musical with, in a short time. So many members are new ukulele players just starting to play. The group meets Wednesday afternoons from 1:30 to 3:30 at the St. Andrews Place common room located at at 7365 Cedar St. This is located at the end of 3rd Avenue.

For further details contact Richard at percman54@gmail.com

Sing! Act! Dance!

Perform in a Musical!

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All New Musical Theatre Program for 2015-16 Contact FVAD for further details 33219 1st Avenue, Mission BC V2V1G7 www.fvad.ca 604-826-0097 info@fvad.ca

interior design inside and out

• Commercial and Residential • Design - Advice - Assistance • Renovations - Consultations • Decorating - Furnishings • Colour Co-ordinating • New Construction • ‘Staging’ to Sell For a consultation call

GailRegistered Hanslo RID Interior Designer IDC NCIDQ, Canada & USA

604.826.0594 gailhanslo@shaw.ca www.gailhanslo.com

Mission has received d fundin ng to develo op an an Ear arlly y Years Centre to be located d at Win ndebank Elemen nta ary ry – 3357011th Avenue. This Centre will provide resources including early learning opportunities at MCSS Family Place, Child Care Resource and Referral, Aboriginal Family Place and StrongStart all in one location! Referrals will be provided for many different services that parents may need for children ages 0-6. This Centre will provide access to family strengthening programs and there will be onsite childcare during parent education events. Through the Centre, we will build the community’s capacity for programming, professional knowledge, resources and facilities.

Family Place and CCRR will be moving on January 5, 2015 to Windebank Elementary In order to facilitate our move, we will be closed on December 19th and will re-open on January 12th. We will be available by phone – 604-826-6194 or 604-302-2395 or by e-mail: laura. hope@missioncommunityservices.com, Join us at our Open House on Wednesday, Feb 18th from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm

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Tessa’s

WHY WOMEN & GIRLS?

604.866.3894

Throughout history women and girls face additional obstacles and discrimination solely because of their gender. As an organization of business and professional women we IHHO XQLTXHO\ TXDOLÀ HG WR KHOS ZRPHQ and girls live their dreams.

Small Breed Dog Grooming

Call to book, by appointment only Join me on Facebook 32810 2nd Ave Mission, BC • V2V 1H9

$10 OFF 1ST TIME VISIT OR FOR ANY REFERRAL!

SoroptImIst projects and programs aid women economically, and empower them to make positive changes in their lives and in their communities.

No. 10 Hair Design Family Haircare

JOIN US! For more information or to attend one of our monthly meetings please contact Rita Mackenzie at 604-462-+8780 or email siabbotsford. mission@soroptimist.net Facebook – Like us!

Soroptimist International Abbotsford/Mission (SIAM)

33071A First Ave, Mission T: or

604.826.0777 604.826.2762

Find us on MeetUp: www.MeetUp.com/SoroptimistInternational-of-Abbotsford-Mission

Private Lessons with Yosuke Offering private lessons for: Gymnasts • Dancers Cheerleaders • Martial Artists Competitive Sports Teams and many other sports disciplines Children and Adults of all ages Individual/Groups Lessons Private lessons are an effective method to accelerate learning and to achieve results.

Photo Credit: Sasha MacBain

With the use of conventional and gymnastics conditioning, together we will help you build core strength, flexibility, agility, balance and co-ordination or endurance.

Depart Vancouver April 29, 2015 on the RUBY PRINCESS

4 NIGHT Alaska S Cruis & Seatt e Shoppin le g Tour

Cruise Van. to Ketchikan Cruise back to Seattle Stop at Pike Place Market & Seattle Premium Outlets

From $536 per person cluding taxes double including

Book for your free trial today Yosuke Nitta • 604.897.3362 nitta_yosuke@hotmail.com

Follow us on Facebook for great Specials! www.worldodysseytravel.com Call Debbie today! 604.826.8090 32530 Lougheed Hwy (Mission Hills) Whats On! • www.whatsonmission.ca

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Take Art to Heart For A Healthy 2015

By Kat Wahamaa, CRC What better way to start off 2015 than to make a resolution to get more art into your life. Did you know that a weekly helping or two of arts and culture leads to good health, good satisfaction with life, low anxiety and depression scores (Nord-Trøndelag Health Study)?

Most of us don’t need a study to tell us that involvement in creative pursuits make us feel good on many levels.

When it comes to activities that sharpen both our mind and body dance cannot be beat. Exercising our creativity through participating in music, visual, theatre or literary arts; moving our bodies through yoga or tai chi; appreciating beauty and reducing stress by walking in nature; socializing with friends and family around cultural pursuits; all add a great deal to our quality of life and our overall health.

Mission has many opportunities to engage in cultural activities from a visit to the library or art gallery to a night at the theatre, a dinner out or trip to the Westminster Abbey. Often times we don’t have to go much further than our own neighbourhood to see art breaking out from yarn bombing to murals to sculpture. And we have many activities that don’t cost a thing, from free festivals and community events to a walk on one of our many trails or a visit to our lovely harbour to watch the river.

To get you started thinking about Mission arts and culture, &5& LV KROGLQJ 7DNH $UW WR +HDUW LQ 3LFWXUHG DUH À YH pieces of local public art. If you can name the location of each piece you are eligible to enter our draw. Just go to our website at www.missionculturalresources.ca for more details and entry form. Take art to heart in 2015!

Mission Muse Awards Celebrating the Arts Nominations Open!

The Mission Cultural Resources Commission (CRC) is currently seeking nominations for the Mission Muse Awards to be held April 22, 2015. Coordinated by the CRC, the awards honour both individuals or groups and also those that support, advocate and educate on behalf of arts and culture.

The Muse Awards categories for individuals/groups /emerging artists include: Music, Visual, Performing and Literary Arts. In addition there are categories for Arts Advocate Muse Awards for business, organization, individual and educator. Anyone, even the artist themselves, can make a nomination in one or all categories. Deadline for submissions is Feb. 27, 2015.

Full information and nomination forms can be found at the CRC website: www.missionculturalresources.ca For further information regarding nominations please contact the Mission Cultural Resources Commission at culture@mission.ca.

THE

DRAG SHOW

Starring

Miz Adrien & friends

Saturday February 7th and Saturday March 7th Female Impersonators and Adult Comedy Show The Stage at the Bellevue Hotel 32998 1st Ave, Mission • www.thestageinmission.ca Tickets $10 in advance / $15 at the door Advance tickets available at Mission Springs Liquor Store, City Hall Liquor Store, Mr. Pet’s - Mission, World Odyssey Travel & Cruise, Mission City Business Centre

Presented by Cory Cassel Productions

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M.Y. house mission youth house

A collaborative initiative to provide a place for youth to eat, shower, do laundry, access youth focused medical care, connect with other services and receive help from caring adults.

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• Non-judgemental adults to talk to

The Mission Youth House (M.Y. House) is an initiative of the Mission Youth Homelessness Committee and many service providers in Mission, is getting ready to open its doors and help youth in our community.

Recent estimates indicate that there are over 25 homeless youth in Mission at any given time. In addition, there are many other youths in vulnerable situations that need help The MYHC surveyed local homeless youth to understand their top needs: • A place to get cleaned up and have a shower • Access to laundry • Healthy warm meals

M.Y. House will work to address these needs.

Caring, professional adults will now be easily accessible by youth in need to provide practical assistance and advice in addition to emotional support. These are the essentials to help transition vulnerable youth to health, stability and safety.

For more information, find and Like us on Facebook - Mission Youth House - MY House

THE ROTARACT CLUB OF THE FRASER VALLEY Rotary International is a worldwide service Mission Midday in Leap for Rotary, monthly service organization dedicated to the helping the local projects in feeding the homeless, working on a and global community with more than 1.2 million SDUWQHUVKLS WR KRVW DQ DQQXDO JDOD WR EHQHĂ&#x20AC; W D FKDULW\ members in over 34,000 Rotary clubs worldwide in the local community. Alexandra Simpkin President they take on the global mission to advance peace in of the Fraser Valley Rotaract says â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Rotaract club the world we live in. A notable project in the Rotary International history started in the early 1960s, Rotary clubs around the world began to sponsor university youth groups as Community Service projects. The 1967-68 Rotary International (RI) President, Luther Hodges, and the RI Board of Directors considered this club activity to have international relevance, and Rotaract was DSSURYHG LQ DV DQ RIĂ&#x20AC; FLDO SURJUDP IRU 5RWDU\ FOXEV 7KH Ă&#x20AC; UVW The Members of the Rotaract Club of the Fraser club chartered was the Rotaract Club Valley with members from supporting Rotary Clubs of North Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A. on 13 March 1968. Most recently the Mission Midday Rotary in partnership is such a great thing to happen, it offers support, with Haney, Abbotsford-Sumas, Mission morning learning, growth and mentorship from great people and Meadow Ridge sponsored youth to attend the in the local communityâ&#x20AC;? This year the theme for Rotary Youth Leadership Award and upon return the Rotary International is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Light up Rotaryâ&#x20AC;? what better members from this camp jumped at the opportunity ZD\ WKDQ E\ VSDUNLQJ WKH Ă DPH RI D 5RWDUDFW JURXS of starting a Rotaract club in order to give back to the local communities and to embody the Rotarian tradition of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Service to others, before selfâ&#x20AC;?.

The Rotaract of the Fraser Valley has emerged to a running start participating in a joint fundraiser with

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Riot of Reading breaks out in Mission.

Mission is ready to celebrate Family Literacy Day with the thirteenth annual Riot of Reading Solutions Saturday, January 31st from 11am - 3pm at Ecole Mission Central, 7466 Welton St. Family Literacy Day reminds us of the joys of taking time to read together.

Reading encourages brain development, increases a child’s vocabulary and awareness of the world. And besides – it is fun. Riotously fun! The Riot of Reading Solutions will celebrate this love of reading with free entertainment including, fabulous stories, face-painting, balloon animals and a rousing magic show. Throughout the day there will be demonstrations of dance, music and drumming. There will also be wandering visits from some favourite storybook characters such as Clifford the Big Red Dog and Geronimo Stilton, the Detective Mouse. Make sure to stay for free pizza and cake!

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Seed Exchange March 13, 2015

Art & Garden Tour June 27, 2015

Rivers of Peace Eco-Arts Festival

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September 25 & 26, 2015 Celebrating the life-giving waterways of the Harrison Salmon Stronghold through arts & advocacy.

Enjoy this fun family event, win great prizes, costumes encouraged!

Meeting at Mission Station Grill at 11am, lunch at 1pm For more info or to sponsor this event please contact us!

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