Metro Vancouver South2 Magazine

Surrey, White Rock, Langley, Ft. Langley

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A City of Villages

Surrey

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144 Suite - Surrey Civic Hotel 98

Crescent Beach 115

Semiahmoo SS 131

Life & Times of the Legendary Mr. D 134

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Southside NEIGHBOURHOODS GUIDE

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Welcome to the Neighbourhoods south of the Fraser River. This guide starts in Richmond and visits Delta, Surrey, South Surrey and Langley. It is for both locals and visitors alike and new Vancouverites just love it.

How often have you heard someone say, “Oh, I drive by that neighbourhood all the time but I was there 20 years ago and nothing has changed.” Well, let me tell you, things have changed all over Metro Vancouver. The neighborhoods are buzzing with activity and new developments and of course great local history.

Did you know that White Rock is part of Surrey? Or that Surrey is the second biggest municipality in the Lower Mainland. Discover the new neighborhoods popping up east of White Rock starting with Morgan Creek and then Grandview Corners.

So much to see! Try a visit to Langley and then carry on to Fort Langley. Even the main street of Fort Langely is seeing changes. Ever heard of Bedford Landing? It is located right in Fort Langley and is amazing.

Next stop, Walnut Grove. New communities and neighbourhoods are everywhere. Visit Thunderbird Village and the other shopping malls along the way.

Having been born and raised in Vancouver, I feel qualified to pass on what I remember from my youth about our great city and about the great changes we are continuing to see to this day!

So get out and explore the neighborhoods south of the Fraser River. You will not be disappointed.

Where to stay? Where to play?

Your best bet is right here!

Cascades Casino and Coast Hotel & Convention Centre at the very hub of hospitality in the Fraser Valley, offering everything you want for a great getaway.

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Whalley is a town centre of Surrey, British Columbia. It is the commercial centre of Surrey and is the most densely populated of all the town centres. It is the only town centre in Surrey to be serviced by the SkyTrain (Scott Road, Gateway, Surrey Central and King George stations) and is home to the SFU Surrey campus

within the Central City Shopping Centre, the main shopping center in Whalley. As early as the 1880s, people began settling what is now present-day Whalley. In 1925, Arthur Whalley moved his family from Cloverdale to a three-acre triangle of land at the future intersection of Ferguson Road (108 Avenue), Grosvenor Road and the King George Highway. After clearing the land and spending their first winter in tents, they built a service station, which

included a general store, soft drink stand, and tourist cabins. The community officially adopted the name of Whalley in 1948, after the board of trade held a contest to rename what had become known as “Whalley’s Corner.”

Simon Fraser University Surrey Campus

The Surrey campus appeals to students who value the benefits associated with being part of a smaller supportive learning community and an intimate and friendly campus. Professors encourage the pursuit of academic excellence through first-year cohort programs and unique programs in interactive arts and technology, computing science, entrepreneurship, management and technology, and mathematics operations research. The breadth of first-year programs offered at SFU Surrey allows students to begin most SFU degrees at the Surrey campus.

In addition, SFU Surrey offers guaranteed enrollment, strong financial assistance programs, brand new state-of-the-art facilities, and a central location with outstanding access to the rest of Greater Vancouver from SkyTrain.

PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES

As a result of the institution’s focus on interdisciplinary applied sciences programs, research at the campus excels in areas such as information networking and multimedia, technology-mediated learning, computer games, e-business, knowledge management, bioinformatics, intelligent systems and optimization, visualization, digital audio signal processing, computer music, physical modeling, and musical acoustics. Many new exciting areas of research in business administration, education, science, arts and social sciences, and health sciences are planned for the Surrey campus in the future.

The university is also expanding its community outreach initiatives in the Fraser region, including non-credit courses, public lectures and summer camps for children. www.sfu.ca

Central City Shopping Centre

The Surrey Place Mall is a wonderfully new facility housing an office tower, an SFU campus, multiple businesses, restaurants and a Brew Pub. Designed by award winning architect Bing Thom, the complex is pleasing to the eye, spacious and ultramodern. It is near Surrey Central Station of the SkyTrain system in the Whalley neighbourhood.

It is the second largest mall in Surrey, smaller than Guildford Town Centre and larger than Semiahmoo Shopping Centre. Notable retailers include Best Buy, Shoppers Drug Mart, T & T Supermarket, Zellers, Future Shop, Winners and Tim Hortons. It is home to educational institutions, including a campus of Simon Fraser University (known as SFU Surrey), Stenberg College, University Career College and Westwood College. (www.centralcity.ca)

Just outside of the mall you will find the bus loop. From here you can travel to all parts of Surrey and beyond. To get to Whalley and the mall, just take the King George Skytrain to Central City and you are there---what could be easier?

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The 144-Suite - Surrey Civic Hotel

The first world-class hotel to be built in Surrey in more than two decades, as well as a key part of City Plaza and Surrey’s evolution as an international business destination. The Autograph Collection, part of the Marriott International global portfolio, is an evolving ensemble of independent boutique hotels hand selected for bold originality, rich character and uncommon details. Launched in January of 2010, the Collection currently includes 45 properties in the United States, Europe, Asia, the Caribbean and South America.

Officially named ‘Civic Hotel at 3 Civic Plaza, Autograph Collection®’, the luxury hotel will boast 144 rooms, a lobby based café, fine dining, fitness and pool facilities, a large convention space, and catering services. With Autograph Collection, the Civic Hotel will offer the Marriott Rewards guest loyalty program, where guests can earn points at more than 3,200 hotels in 68 countries.

Combined with its premium residences and professional offices, 3 Civic Plaza will be the largest private project to give form to the emerging Surrey City Centre. The hotel will add significantly to the Mayor’s vision of a sophisticated social hub and will provide much-needed business and social functionality.

Speeding back and forth from Vancouver International Airport in just an hour, 3 Civic Plaza’s neighbouring SkyTrain station will lead international guests to the Civic Hotel’s check-in desk. From here, separate elevators provide access to lavish suites and meeting spaces.

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With 50% of population growth anticipated in Surrey over the next 30 years, there is an immediate plan to build a Light Rail Transit (LRT) network comprised of three lines: City Centre to Guildford, City Centre to Newton and City Centre to Langley, respectively. And where all three lines converge, you’ll find 3 Civic Plaza.

Hosting up to 5,000 people for activities and events ranging from farmers’ markets to live concerts, City Plaza is at the top of a broad pedestrian corridor and university district that extends from the new KPU campus at 3 Civic Plaza southwards to SFU Surrey and Central City Shopping Centre.

Home to 3 Civic Plaza, KPU, City Hall and City Centre Library, the Plaza is the focal point of Surrey City Centre – a vibrant public square alive with visitors, residents, students, government and business people, with immediate transit access and pedestrian walkways connecting the community at large.

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Surrey is one of the Lower Mainland’s major agricultural producers, and as such our city is packed with local markets, farms, and stands where you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables direct from the source. Other agritourism attractions include a corn maze, pumpkin patches and our own local winery.

Bear Creek Park is one of Surrey’s most popular parks. With quiet nature walks and outdoor activities, it is an excellent park for families or individuals seeking adventure. The park’s facilities include sports fields, a running track, picnic areas, shelters and a swimming pool.

Cloverdale is the historic centre of Surrey and is known for its small town charm. If you love antiques, then you have come to the right place. The traditional Cloverdale Town Centre was well known for being the “Antiques Capital of BC,” famous for its antiques and collectibles. (Still a few!) Crescent Beach is one of the sunniest beaches in the Greater Vancouver Region. Popular activities at Crescent Beach include swimming, kayaking, crabbing, fishing, and boating. There are shops nearby and restaurants with ocean views.

Darts Hill is a stunning 7.5 acres of land that contains thousands of species and varieties of plants from

around the world. With 55 years of history, the garden was given to the City in trust by Edwin and Francisca Darts.

Tired of sightseeing? Head to Fraser Downs Racetrack & Casino to try your hand at a game of luck. The newly completed Fraser Downs has a gaming floor with 420 slot machines, a new simulcast area for horse racing fans, an atrium styled welcome centre, a major show lounge with state of the art visual technology, and three restaurants.

Surrey boasts not only some fabulous golf courses but also more courses offering greater variety than any other city in the Lower Mainland. Surrey’s Executive courses are well suited for the entire family. At the historic Stewart Farm House, visitors will experience a beautifully restored farmhouse, the pole barn, root cellar, and heirloom gardens, all sitting on the shores of the Nicomekl River.

The Surrey Arts Centre is home to a theatre for live performances and an art gallery. Throughout the year, concerts and plays are featured on the main stage of the Arts Centre.

At the Surrey Museum visitors can find fun things to do and see. See a 42-seat orientation theatre.

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Guildford Town Centre is a town centre of Surrey, British Columbia. It is known for its retail corridors down 104 Avenue and 152 Street, at the intersection of which is found the 200-store Guildford Town Centre Mall (also known as the Guildford Shopping Centre). The community is named after Guildford in Surrey, England. According to the 2001 census, the population of Guildford was 49,300. A

notable landmark in Guildford is the 86 metre (280 ft) tall flagpole, which was previously located at the Expo 86 fairgrounds, and was then the record holder for world’s tallest flagpole. It is also home to the Guildford Recreation Centre which is owned and operated by the City of Surrey to serve the recreational needs of local residents.

Liberty at Fleetwood

Named After A Hero Of WWI

What was to become the Fleetwood district was a heavily wooded area around the junction of Yale Road (Fraser Highway) and Pike Road (160th Street). Yale Road was opened in 1875 as a through route from Yale in the upper valley to New Westminster. Most early settlers preferred the lowlands of the Serpentine or Nicomekl rivers as the land was fertile and easy to clear. The uplands on the

other hand were heavily timbered and difficult to clear. Only a few hardy settlers took up the challenge of settling in the Fleetwood area. This was the preferred area for loggers. In 1907 James and Edith Francis homesteaded on land in the vicinity of Yale Road and Pike Road. (Francis Road is 159th Street). RIGHT: Bronze of Tom Fleetwood

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Newton Town Centre is a town centre of the city of Surrey, British Columbia. It is the location for the Surrey City Hall and Courthouse, a local Surrey Public Library branch, a Kwantlen Polytechnic University campus, and an RCMP detachment. Newton has the largest population of all the city’s town centers, as well as the most ethnically diverse population; over half of the population is considered visible minority (predominantly Sikh). Newton Town Centre is a Safeway anchored community shopping centre.

The Newton Wave Pool (now the Newton Recreational Centre) is located in Newton, a short bus ride down King George Highway from Central City. This fun place for young and old is brand new and well worth investigating. The Newton Wave Pool consists of a Pool, Water Slides, Spa, Weight Room, and other amenity spaces. The Newton Wave Pool offers a wealth of fun and excitement for swimmers of all ages. Our public swims are crammed full of great fun, wild activities, and prizes for the youngsters:

Pirates’ Water Fortress equipped with blasters, hoses, slides and more. New enclosed 63 metre long water slide. New open 67 metre long water slide. Water fortress with cannons, jets, slides & more. Huge hot tub. Deck games; giant checkers, chess, & snakes & ladders, table tennis, Games and prizes every day. The Biggest Waves in the West!

Our Learn-to-Swim Program offers a class for everyone. Experienced instructors and convenient times make for a great learning experience.

Adults can soak in the Hot Tub, relax in the Steam Room, or work out in our fully equipped fitness facility. Join in an Aquacize class to limber up or try out our Adult Swim Lessons to improve your strokes.

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Historic Centre of Surrey

Cloverdale, a historical gem in Surrey, has a rich heritage. The name Cloverdale was first inspired by William Shannon, one of the first settlers to the region. Named for the charming abundance of clover that blanketed the area, Mr. Shannon decided to register the name “Clover Valley” in Victoria so postal facilities could be made available for the area. In 1945 Jack Shannon and Clarke Greenaway established the first rodeo in Cloverdale. Their message: “The West Goes Wilder.” Thus started a tradition that is still celebrated today. The annual Cloverdale Rodeo

and Exhibition has has grown to become the second largest professional rodeo in Canada, drawing spectators from all over North America. The rodeo remains part of the legacy of Cloverdale’s unique western heritage. This use to be the Antiques Capital of BC but only a couple remain.

RIGHT: Surrey Archives

In September 2003, I opened my own Clothesline Consignment store. With my knowledge, retail experience and sense of fashion I bring in the finest in fashionable apparel selected for quality and value.

I will personally assist you to update your wardrobe without breaking your bank.

I look forward to seeing existing and meeting new clients and customers, please stop by and introduce yourself. Paige Hardy, Owner.

Our mission is to acquire, through consignment, the finest in quality preowned designer and better label clothing and market the clothing at an affordable price returning a percentage of the sale to the consignor.

Studio One 76 Pamper yourself with one of our famous facials, or stretch out and enjoy a massage. Try out our aromatherapy shower, and just say “Ahhhh.” We also offer mani-pedi service, and complimentary samples of our custom-made beauty products. Sustainable Beauty at Davines. We believe that living a balance of beauty and sustainability, what we call ‘sustainable beauty,’ can improve our lives and the world around us.

Is your skin dry or breaking out? Are your muscles sore and tight? Check yourself in for some total relaxation with us. Our friendly, experienced staff will give you the treatment you deserve right from the start.

Timeless Treasures Antiques

Antiques, Memorbillia, Collectibles, DVD’s, CD’s, Vintage Gaming systems, Furniture, Garden accessories, Tools, Paintings. Treasures and much more to be found at our store!

If you are looking for something and you don’t see it, please ask. We have new stock every week. If you are searching for something, please let us search for you. We will put your name and phone number on our SEARCH list and when we come across the item you are looking for we will give you a call.

The Abode is about the home, your home, your place of being.

At the Abode we strive to provide cost effective, beautiful items for your place. You will find smaller furnishings, home decor and also upcycled products.

Smaller furnishings can include coffee tables, end tables, cabinets, dressers and kitchen tables. These items have been lovingly repurposed for a new home.

We also strive to find local artists and vendors that are creating unique items for the home. This can include greeting cards each designed individually, or upcycled items that have a new purpose. These items once had a value and a purpose but are not currently useful and vendors are taking the time to create sustainable products that are repurposed.into new and beautiful items.

A boutique store in the heart of downtown Cloverdale specializing in painted furniture, home decor, and handmade items.

The Irish Clover is a boutique store in Historic Downtown Cloverdale. We specialize in painted furniture, home decor, giftware and a variety of handmade items.

At the moment The Irish Clover inventory is 85% made up of handmade or repurposed or up cycled items or handmade items. We try to carry as many locally made and sourced products as we can.

We also carry the full paint lines of Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint and CeCe Caldwell’s Chalk + Clay Paint. We offer a variety of handson classes in both products.

The Bowerbird Stop is located on the main street of downtown Cloverdale, right on a corner. It is a great place to simply rewind, discover and collect as they like to say. If you enjoy rummaging through lots of rooms, not knowing what you might discover next, then this place is for you. I am sure the owners do not remember everything they have collected over the years.

There is lots of furniture, collectibles, smalls, fancy things, as well as second hand vintage. The owners are very knowledgable about Cloverdale as well so stop in at the Bowerbird for a glimpse of Old Cloverdale.

May 21 - 24

•Top-notch rodeo action featuring the WORLD’S BEST rodeo competitors, including Justin McDaniel (#1, bareback), Cody Wright (#1, saddle bronc), J.W. Harris (#1, bull riding) and Lindsay Sears (#1, ladies barrel racing) in the best

The Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey, British Columbia comes alive every May Long Weekend with a tradition known for its world-class rodeo action, family-friendly events and unparalleled entertainment.

rodeo action around. •Thursday night Kick-Off Party featuring 54-40 and guests.

Welcome to: Elemental Canine

“Elemental Canine was started to provide all our companion animals with access to the most natural, healthiest food and honest nutritional advice. Coming from a background of both the world of Veterinary medicine and the one of alternative health options, we are able to combine the best of both worlds. The best of nature and science combined.

Registered Small animal Massage therapist, Chris Clarke, is happy to provide services to our clients by appointment in one of our therapy rooms. Canine massage can be offered for Relaxation, rehabilitation and competition- “sports massage” - purposes. We also like to feature local artists and artisans to support our local community. Unit

Crescent Beach was largely built along the beach berm spreading out from Beecher Street. Crescent Beach was primarily a summer resort. In the 1920’s people could access Crescent via the Great Northern Railway. The sun, sand and swimming lessons provided by the Swimming Association drew many summer visitors. Blackie’s spit is seen in the background below. The summer resident influx never failed despite local economic conditions. 1929 in particular saw a number of improvements. Captain Cates remodelled the Hotel and gave it an improved appearance and functionality. www.crescentbeach.bc.ca

NamedAfterTheCurveInTheBay

Early on the area was named Blackie’s Spit after Walter Blackie. The ladies of the community could not see this vulgar name on a railway station. It reminded them of the cuspidors commonly in use in those days. It is said that an eminent politician coming in by sea remarked that the spit looked like a crescent and so

the name stuck. 1912 was considered the boom year for Crescent Beach. This was due to local construction and promotion of the resort by the Crescent Beach Development Company. In addition to a boat house and twelve homes, the Crescent Hotel, and a pier were constructed. The Crescent Beach Hotel and its associated wharf, was the center for summer activities in Crescent Beach. It was located on the present site of Beecher Place, the current public washrooms, police office, and meeting hall at the foot of Beecher Street. The Crescent Station in 1909 was a simple shelter. However, with the development of the beach community it warranted a full station. Children, their mothers or their chaperons would arrive at Crescent Station and walk to Camp Alexandra. Even the Crescent Beach Hotel was closed every winter, with 1919-20 being the first winter it was kept open. However, a large enough permanent population existed to warrant the opening of a school in 1912. (All Photos: Courtesy Surrey Archives in Cloverdale )

Lots Of Places To Shop In White Rock

Morgan Crossing located off 24th Avenue on Croydon Drive. Our village was inspired by central squares in Europe. Wide streets make it easy to get around. Over 60 shops with everything you would expect in a village. We have restaurants, services, cafes and prmium brand retailers. Our ambience is of an openair, pedestrian friendly streetscape.

Grandview Corners Shopping District or the new Grandview Corners Mall is located at 24th Avenue & 160th Street. This new mall features Aldo Shoes, Crush, Ecco Shoes, In the Pink, La Senza, La Vie En Rose, Le Chateau, Tommy Hillfiger, the Kitchen Garden, Soy Store, Thrifty Foods, Pebble Creek Furniture and a new Wal-Mart.

Peninsula Village Mall or the Peninsula Village Shopping Centre is located at King George Highway and 24th Avenue. Here you will find a Safeway, London Drugs, Starbucks Coffee, BC Government Liquor Store, Roger’s Video, Zig Zag, Current Ladies Wear, Plum Clothing, the Kitchen Shop, Ed’s Linens, Big Gary’s Vacuums, the Casbah Day Spa and Flying Wedge Pizza.

Semiahmoo Shopping Centre is located at 152nd Street and 16th Avenue on the border of White Rock and South Surrey, BC. This is the largest indoor mall on the Semiahmoo Peninsula and features Price Smart and Zellers as it’s anchors, as well as over 75 retail shopping outlets and professional services.

www.whiterockonline.com

Just Jewellery

New location at High Street!

Visit Just Jewellery in their beautiful new showroom opening this November. Definitely not just your typical jewellery store, Just Jewellery offers treasures and gems from local designers and artisans from around the world. Specializing in sterling silver and semi-precious stones, Just Jewellery is a must stop for your holiday shopping. There is definitely something for everyone.

#6 - 2970 King George Blvd, Surrey 604 541 6362 just-jewellery.ca

A New Community Near White Rock

Located in the heart of South Surrey, The Shops at Morgan Crossing is a vibrant outdoor shopping mall offering a unique collection of independent retailers, fashion outlets, restaurants, and cafés. Open year-round, The Shops at Morgan Crossing is the perfect escape when you want to find a new outfit for the weekend or tonight’s dinner and wine. Plus, ample free parking, complimentary WiFi, and a vibrant courtyard will make your shopping experience complete.

The Shops are located on 24th Avenue just south of 152nd Street or to your left as you go down King George Blvd just past the 152nd Avenue exit.

Besides Morgan Crossing you will find two more shopping centres one located on 24th just past Morgan Crossing and one to the right of Morgan Crossing on the opposite side of 24th Avenue (two blocks).

Elite Home is a luxury home furnishings marketplace offering furniture, textiles, bathware and décor. Elite Home operates an integrated business with multiple channels of distribution including galleries, wholesale distribution and websites.

Elite home serves to distribute the finest historical design the world has to offer. Our collections of timeless, updated classics and authentic reproductions provide a unique point of view and an unmatched combination of inspired design, high quality and unparalleled value.

Warehouse showroom viewing by appointment. New store located at Morgan Crossing.

Morgan Heights Cleaners opened in July 2010. It is a locally owned family business which has been providing professional dry cleaning (Arbutus Cleaners located at West 16th Ave.) in metro Vancouver for over 20 years.

At Morgan Heights Cleaners we are proud to say we are your local ecofriendly dry cleaner. Our eco friendly products make your garment softer and gentler on sensitive skin.

We are committed to providing you with superior, professional customer service.

Here at Howard Clothing Co., we believe in helping our customers find their personal style. We take pride in specializing in denim, so drop by the store to check out a pair, or just come and say hi to us!

We’re featuring our line of classic denim jackets by Nudie Jeans, fresh t-shirts from James Perse, clean, woven shirts from Benson and G-Star, and shorts from Zanerobe. Of Course, we are always excited to talk about our international collection of raw and selvage denim by Japan Blue, Momotaro, Nudie Jeans, Baldwin, and Prps. Elegant wristwear by Daniel Wellington, Tsovet, and M.Cohen, statement socks from Etiquette, and durable bags and leather goods by Filson and WILL. We are located over next to Steve Nash Sports Club.

Everything WINE

We are an upscale, service oriented wine warehouse with a focus on exploring new wine regions, flavours and types. We carry hundreds of wines that are unique to our store for you to enjoy.

Our goal is to provide exceptional domestic and international wines to suit any lifestyle while, at the same time, providing knowledgeable guidance in a comfortable and stylish environment.

We want to offer people who are interested in wine a place where they can come to explore and connect with others who share their interests. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff are always on hand to answer your questions and help you with your purchase.

Kababji Grill is now located in the shops at Morgan Crossing. Located at #106- 15775 Croydon Drive drop by for lunch or dinner. We have sandwiches (Chicken Shawama, Beef, Grilled Chicken Shish Tawook, Grilled Kufta Kabab and more. Or try one of our platters served with fries or rice, hummus, garlic dip, pickles and pita bread.

Our family meals are for everyone. Try the famous Kababji Mixed Grill. It is a combination of 12 skewers, served with all the trimmings. Our mixed platter meal has 6 skewers served with all the trimmings.

We also have appetizers, salads, soup, desserts and drinks to compliment your meal.

PJ’zzzz BED, BATH, SLEEP

We have something for the entire family. Upscale, cozy quality loungewear and pyjamas INCLUDING our very own Canadian Made PJZZZZ Pyjama’s. Check us out

We carry home décor, towels, linens, toiletry, soaps, clothing, slippers, blankets, books, cards, sleepover bags, specialty gifts, robes and SO much more.

A few of our clothing brands are: Bedhead, Wrap Up, PJZZZZ, Pj Salvage, Coin 1804, PIP, Frou Frou, Splendid, OMgirl, Kensie, Kikipants, Saxx, Wood, to name a few.

Ambiente is a locally owned boutique specializing in home decor, gifts and women’s fashion accessories. We are proud to feature an array of carefully selected items from both well-known brands and local talents.

Whether you are looking for the perfect accent piece for your home, or a special gift, we will take care of you. We are happy to offer the custom furniture line, Van Gogh. This local company provides quality, upholstered pieces right here in Surrey. Come in to view all the available

fabric options and furniture styles. Other brands to note are PANDORA, Dyrberg Kern, Pyrrha, Lollia and Sophie Conran dishware.

We are located north of 24th Avenue and east of Morgan Crossing

Sheila’s Bistro in Morgan Crossing is NOW OPEN. Using only the freshest ingredients combined with locally sourced produce, sustainable choices, gluten free and vegetarian options and Sheila’s winning recipes, you will be sure to enjoy your visit here with us. Thursday night is entertainment night. We also have a sports bar.

Sundays are family fun day!!! Starting with brunch, followed with a prime rib night with a choice of add ons like King Crab and or an Oscar topping. Come on down with the family and give MOM the night off. See ya Sunday! With her husband Batty always at her side, their team always proves to be successful. They look forward to seeing you soon! Bon Appetit!

www.SheilasDeli.com

Shibui Spa & Skin Care

Shibui Skin Care is a sanctuary for those seeking relaxation and pampering, offering extraordinary skin care services and products in a warm, caring atmosphere.

Owner Amy Walmsley and the team at Shibui are thrilled to welcome you to their new Ocean Park location - its a beautiful setting that provides more serenity than ever. With a team of experienced specialists on hand, Amy notes she is fortunate to have such talented women on board, each offering something unique and wonderful.

Marie Claude, who has been in the business for close to 25 years, takes care of electrolysis and aesthetics at Shibui, and according to Amy, her pleasant nature and great sense of humour always keeps both staff and clients laughing.

Part of Sticky’s Candy’s identifying attraction and appeal is our unique mix of products – we offer a wide range of confectionery products not found in traditional stores. Grape-flavoured licorice, Candy Necklaces, Swedish Berries, Curly Wurly’s, Pez, Fun Dip, Blow Pop suckers (every flavour under the sun!), Penguin Bars, Big League Chew, Wonka Bars, Candy Sticks (in every flavor imaginable), White and Milk Chocolate Covered Pretzels, Warheads (can’t get more sour than this), Pop Rocks, Tootsie Pops, just to name a very few. We even carry an extensive line of Pez for the nostalgia enthusi-

ast. And if you want to really gross out your friends, we have Cricket Lick-It and Scorpion suckers, together with chocolate covered insects and candy covered ants.

Women in Business - Cotton ‘n’ Crayon

Quality, service and selection – these attributes have helped the women behind Cotton ‘n’ Crayon Children Wear and Toys in Ocean Park become one of the most popular destinations on the Peninsula for unique, safe and exciting toys and clothes for kids of all ages.

With an emphasis on high-quality, educational and environmentally friendly toys, Cotton ‘n’ Crayon’s owners – Margaret, Laura and Sandy – make it a priority to source out toys specifically for safety and innovation, carrying items you’re not likely to find at large, department-style stores.

JJ Whiskey Clothing Co.

We love fashion and seeing people happy in their clothing. We know that new clothes feel great and that there is something out there for everyone. No matter what your style - we have it!

We are constantly looking for the next big thing. We travel within Canada, to the US and Europe - always watching fashion and bringing home new ideas.

jj + whiskey has been a part of the Ocean Park community for over fifteen years. The store has developed froma children’s wear store to a shopping destination for the fashionable. We have great clothes for children, men and women

Piquant is a unique blend of gourmet quality sauces, oils, vinegars, dressings, condiments, dressings, marinated meats and freshly prepared ready-to-serve curries, salads, deli items, all served in a pleasant and friendly atmosphere.

Established in 2001 Piquant brings to the South Surrey area a distinctive blend of freshly prepared foods from around the world.

All curry dishes are fully cooked and ready to serve.

ROMANCING the HOME

Thomas Sabo our gorgeous shop-inshop showcases the largest collection in White Rock & Surrey.

Sid Dickens memory blocks #1 destination in Surrey & White Rock. These unique pieces of art are hand crafted in Vancouver, BC.

Stylus made to order furniture, a quality upholstered furniture collection crafted in Burnaby, BC.

Matt and Nat handbags & wallets, a vegan line designed in Montreal, since 1995, with love.

Wood furniture by Jill Hall with one of a kind pieces locally crafted in Langley, BC.

Semiahmoo Secondary School is known for its music program, with a forte in jazz. Almost all of Semi’s instrumental music ensembles are full courses in the school timetable. The Grade 11 and 12 jazz bands and soloists travel to the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival annually. Another jazz festival that Semiahmoo attends is the Envision Jazz Festival in Surrey, B.C.

Also notable is Semi’s success at MusicFest Canada 2008 in Ottawa. Three of Semi’s Jazz Band 12 members were included as part of the Canada-wide Yamaha Allstar Jazz Band. Semiahmoo ensembles have won several awards at MusicFest Canada in addition to numerous individual scholarships given out to students who demonstrate musical excellence.

Semiahmoo is very proud of their celebrated band directors. The Semiahmoo music program’s rise to fame was created by David Proznick (retired in 2003). In 2003, Proznick won the Keith Mann Outstanding Band Director Award. This honor is a memorial plaque given to one director annually in all of Canada. It was started in 2002 by MusicFest Canada in honorarium of Keith Mann, a director who died in 2001. Dave Fullerton (retired in 2012), also won the Outstanding Band Director Award in 2011 for his involvement in MusicFest making Semiahmoo the only school in all of Canada to have two of their band directors win this prestigious honor.

The department is currently headed by Dagan Lowe, a 1997 graduate of the school, with aid from Kevin Lee.

WHITE ROCK

A Summer Resort Community By The Bay

White Rock is a beautiful retirement town located in South Surrey. There is an upper White Rock and a lower White Rock or beach area, which comes to life in the summer months of May through September. White Rock is reached via Highway 99 from Vancouver. If you are visiting by public transportation, it is an easy commute from either Vancouver or Surrey Central Skytrain Station. If you are coming from Downtown Vancouver, catch the 351 either downtown or at any major cross street along Granville Street. You can also take the King George

Skytrain out to Surrey Central Station and then transfer to a White Rock bus for a leisurely 45 minute drive through Newton and on down to White Rock, via King George Highway. Once in White Rock stop in at the Semiahmoo Shopping Centre, stroll down the hill to the beach, (or take a bus).

At Critters and Friends we have a one stop shop for all your pet needs from poop bags to grooming, to daycare, and also a huge variety of pets for a new addition to your family.

Our grooming shop is a very busy, yet fun and calm environment for your dog to enjoy their day at the “spa”. Our groomers are highly trained, and have 20 years’ experience. We groom all breeds, and do any request you may have to make your dog’s haircut as unique or as typical as you would like.

We have a good selection of food for your animals nutritional needs. we carry foods such as acana/orijen, Go/ Now, canidae.felidae and more. Our goal is to have your pet on the healthiest food on the market, and specify the right food for your pets special needs.

White Rock’s Uptown Centre offers a unique mix od shopping malls and plazas all within walking distance. Enjoy a variety of recreational activities for the entire family!

* Shopping malls, sidewealk cafes and specialty shops

* Theatre & musical performances at the Playhouse

* Recreational activities at the White Rock Community Centre, Kent St. Activity Centre and Centennial Park Arena

WHITE ROCK Beach Beer Company

The three Gents never entered into anything lightly; not in their whole lives. Their desire was to brew and sell great tasting beer. They succeeded! The Beer speaks for itself. Why Are We Called A Beer Company? Because all we do is make great beer!

American Pale Ale - A Pacific Northwest style English Bitter. Centennial hops give this beer a citrusy - grapefruit flavour. Thirst quenching refreshment.

White Rock East Beach Nut American Brown Ale - Originally a British Ale, this version uses Canadian grain and hops. Dark nut brown in color but clear all the way through. Mild and not overly hopped. Caramel and some chocolate undertones.

David Michael of London

There is a difference at David Michael of London, you’ll notice the moment you walk through the door, from the warm welcome through to the professionalism, we strive to be the best in our industry.

For all your colour needs you get to choose from Goldwell or Wella; both these companies are world leaders in hair colour. With these two giants and David’s near 30 years experience under one roof, you’d be hard pushed to find a better choice for your hair.

The salon is made up of two sections, a traditional European style salon where David works with his chosen team. The staff on David’s side of the salon are all employed by David Michael of London. The other half consists of the more traditional North American chair rental salon.

She’s Some Kind of Wonderful

boutique has today’s hottest styles at reasonable prices. We are a clothing retailer that understands the value of offering our customers the best.

We are a boutique that carry’s a line of apparel and accessories that come from designers worldwide. We insist that our designers and tailors use only the finest materials that allow you to show-off your inimitable style with confidence.

Our small staff ensures that you will be treated with the utmost respect and care any time you come into our store or shop online or contact us. To us, every customer counts!

We believe that every woman deserves to look her best! And should feel like...

Artistry in Flowers White Rock

Florists, Floral Delivery to Surrey, South Surrey, Delta, Langley, White Rock, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, North Vancouver and West Vancouver, British Columbia.

Try a colourful selection of our Holland Import Flowers and Locally Grown product combined in a beautiful Hand tied bouquet and wrapped in cellophane. Or an eye-catching orange roses are arranged amongst burgundy mini carnations, butterscotch daisies, rust colored Asiatic lilies and lush greens to create an exquisite autumn inspired flower bouquet.

We also have a deluxe extra special assortment of Fruit & Gourmet items. The perfect gift for a large group or family, delicious chocolates, candies, cheeses, biscuits and more.

White Rock

Eyesight is our most important sense and since eyewear is the first noticed accessory in a person’s wardrobe, why not ensure your eye care suits your needs and brings out your style.

Jas Sra and her White Rock Deziner Eye Care team ensure they help clients look better, see better, and feel better about themselves with the latest eyewear.

Being a licensed optician with the College of Opticians and having more than 15 years of experience in the eye care industry, Jas is well versed in the retail eyewear industry.

“Our promise to clients is to fulfill their eye care experience with passion, quality products, and excellent customer service.”

White Rock Deziner Eye Care offers the best in glasses, hi-tech lenses and contact lenses. Complete eye health exams are carefully administered by our licensed optometrist. At White Rock Deziner Eye Care, it is important that we are experts in measuring and fitting clients with the best choices in optics and new lens technology.

We carry the finest quality frames from Gucci, Ray-Ban, Hugo Boss, Juicy Couture, Marc Jacobs, as well as high definition lenses from Nikon and Crizal.

Since 2002, we have served the White Rock area, working with our students to help them build a greater sense of self-confidence, a greater sense of discipline and better family relationships.

As a parent, you have a choice between several martial arts schools. All schools are not the same. As we specialize in both children and family programs, we put a special emphasis on life skills first, something that goes far beyond just learning to kick and punch. It’s about building a foundation for the future, one that can make a big difference in a child’s future – and whether he or she lives up to their full potential.

If you would like to learn more, please give our school a call at 604-531-4881. You and your young one will enjoy a complimentary private one on one class with a certified instructor, to determine whether our school is the right one for you. We are located at 1493 Johnston Road.

White Rock

1493 Johnston Rd.

Here at the Angelic Teapot we offer a large selection of teas from around the world. We believe that Fair Trade, Ethical Business Practice and Organic Production are all vital to the health and well-being of everyone on the planet. We do our best to offer teas produced with these standards whenever possible. We know that quality tea just simply tastes better, enriching your cup of tea!

We invite you to peek at our Treasured Giftware for lovely gifts and collectibles that can be given from the heart to the people in your life that matter most. Our teapots, teacups, and tea accessories are selected for style and function, and are excellent gift giving ideas. We seek out Canadian potters with unique teapots to add to our selection of treasured giftware.

PG’S JAMAICAN TAKE OUT

From the humble beginings of jamaica, P’gees brings you authentic jamaican flavours that will bring your taste buds back to life. Well known from the restaurant in the heart of down town vancouver, P’Gees brings authentic jamaican food to White Rock B.C.

PGs would like to introduce you our fresh sheet which we like to call “the freshie” which is the ideas inspirations and people which newly arrive from jamaica. We’ve adapted the concept to the menu to keep you updated with what’s on special, new add-ons to the menu, promos, our fusions foods and more (see our website)

allora pasta & wine

meet our chef + owner, Josiah Tam.

Born and raised in the Lower Mainland, Chef is proud to be a part of the White Rock community. His goal at Allora is to provide a local dining spot for everyday dining as well as a place worthy of celebrating life’s special occasions.

Chef is also available for catering + private dining engagements! Learn a little bit more about him and what he has to offer by clicking the link below!

visit chefjosiahtam.com

Moon in Pisces - Welcome to Moon

In Pisces, your serene destination for metaphysical wellness in the vibrant heart of White Rock, BC. Our boutique is a treasure trove of spiritual and self-care gems, featuring an exquisite collection of intuitively hand chosen crystals, tarot & oracles decks, candles, journals, books, and other nurturing items designed to enrich your soul and senses.

Moon In Pisces is a sanctuary for everyone, from those just starting their metaphysical journey to seasoned spiritual seekers. Our welcoming space is open to all, regardless of age, gender, race, or orientation, with a commitment to fostering an environment free from any form of exclusion.

The Shop Next Door

What a fabulous place full of Artistic finds with something for everyone. So PROUD of the amazing SS/WR local Artists who have contributed their works, which make for an ever changing store full of cool and beautiful items for sale!

EDGE Fashion Boutique

Unique Fashion Jewellery!!! Anne Marie Chagnon and Karyn Chopik hand made works of art arriving this month!!

Second YOGA jeans...offering jeans that remove your muffin top...Yeah!!

Great selectkion of footwear... FLUEVOG FOOTWEAR, Mizz Mooz, HUNTER BOOTS plus more! AT EDGE YOU CAN GET A GREAT LOOK ...AT A GREAT VALUE!!

We are located in the Five Corners neighbourhood in White Rock. Just come down the hil to the junction. We are to the left at the end across from the Star of the Sea community hall.

White Rock Gallery is nestled just uphill from the famous White Rock Pier. Celebrating its 25th year, the gallery has earned its place as a respected member of the Canadian art community. Strong basics are at the root of it: outstanding original art, beautifully displayed in a warm inviting atmosphere. Housed in a former bank building which retains its high ceilings and large front windows, the space has been intriguingly renovated into a combined open plan and alcoves that catch the eye and heart at every step. The wall arrangements are in continual flux with a tasteful and energizing blending of the traditional and contemporary work that the gallery represents. Visitors speak of an experience that is intimate yet carries hints of grandeur without ostentatiousness. About twice a year, the gallery takes the art to the next level with a formal exhibition. These are grand events, prepared many months in advance and drawing art lovers from far and wide. Fitting handin-glove with the art side of the gallery is its custom framing, where the magic lies in narrowing otherwise overwhelming options into a framing decision that beautifully complements but never overpowers the art. www.whiterockgallery.com

Earl Marriott Secondary School

Earl Marriott was well known for its musicals thanks to Lorna Graham the band director in the sixties and Rick Harmon the drama teacher. They put one on every year, for 10 years, before Rodger Owens arrived in 1994. Rodger decided to alternate. One year they produced a big Broadway musical complete with orchestra and the next year they went on an amazing band trip to some exotic place. The first trip under Mr. Owen’s was to the Banff Festival. Next, they were the first local school band I believe to go to Costa Rica. Then it was Cuba. Then back to Costa Rica. And then back to Cuba (they liked the sunshine). By then they thought maybe sthey hould be going to Europe. So their next big trip was to the Czech Republic. It was the longest trip they have made to date. They performed in Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Venice, Florence and finally Rome. It was only 15 days but they all had a great time. Another trip was to Spain which was really different. They went to Cordoba and worked their way down to Malaga, the capital of Andalucia on the Costa del Sol. Two years ago they went to Southern England and France. From London they travelled west to Portsmouth and Bath and then back to London. They took the Chunnel across to the continent and visited Vimy Ridge before going to Paris. Last year (2015) they went to Hawaii for a festival. They performed on the deck of the USS Missouri, the battleship while in Hawaii. It was amazing! The kids get to learn the history of each place as well as have the performing experience. They always play a lot of school concerts. Teachers came up and said, “We have never had an orchestra play at our school before.” Their kids were thrilled and asked our kids for their autographs.It was a great experience for everyone!

The music program at Earl Marriott, today, consists of a concert band and a jazz band for each grade level 8 through 12. A book is being compiled on the Earl Marriott music program. For more see: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/1653270258255447/

White Rock

Our goal at Jan’s on the Beach Restaurant is to offer great quality food, in a relaxed casual atmosphere. By making everything from scratch in house, using fresh and local ingredients whenever possible, the food is fresh, unique and full of flavour.

Our menu is “Seafood and More” offering dishes inspired by the multicultural flavours of the Pacific Northwest.

We’re “Seafood and more” with a great selection of dishes, all made in house from scratch. Our Breakfast Menu includes classic favourites like Eggs Benedict, Omelettes with all the extras and more. Lunch includes our own Pulled Pork sandwich, smoked in house, Panini sandwiches, or our own house made Clam Chowder that’s becoming a local favourite.

At The Ocean Beach, we pair a comfortable atmosphere and exceptional service with really, really good grub. Stop by to watch the game or join us for a drink (fyi, we’ve got more than a dozen beers on tap and 25 craft brews to choose from). We have a hunch that you’ll be enticed to stay and sample one of our classic pub offerings, all prepared from fresh, high-quality ingredients.

More than just a pub we care about the people in our community. That’s why we fundraise for schools and charities, strive to support local food producers and keep our communities out of harm’s way by participating in local safety issues. And in return we offer you a night you will remember long after the sun comes up.

White Rock Museum & Archives “The Passenger” - White Rock’s newest piece of public art, invites one and all to come down and visit our lovely beachfront Museum and Archives. With wonderful exhibits, a gift shop and a friendly and knowledgeable staff, it’a a great place to visit while at the White Rock Beach.

Our Museum is located in the historic White Rock Train Station building on the beach. Residents and visitors can learn about our history, and at the same time enjoy a walk along the promenade, pier, or visit one of the many shops and restaurants along Marine Drive.

FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar

Come in for an East-Coast vibe with a fresh, Pacific menu. Our lobsters and crab are live and our fresh oysters are shucked before your eyes.

Looking after FIVE, we have a great team of creative, dedicated, and passionate staff. We also happen to have great neighbours who add a little healthy competition and a great many smiles to our day.

At the top of the pier, you will find our ‘New England’ style dining room. A cozy, homey, and elegant spot, with whitewashed picket fencing surrounding the patio and a perfect ambience to compliment the view.

Cosmos

Greek

Restaurant is a landmark on White Rock beach and one of the first establishments in the area. For the past 40 years Cosmos has offered authentic Greek food in a warm inviting atmosphere. It is a place where you can take in the breathtaking views and linger over the ouzo. Enjoy our popular slow-roasted lamb or chicken souvlaki. In the summer our patio is the perfect place to sample our dishes and sip our delicious cocktails and wines. Let yourself be transported to the Greek Islands. Join us on Friday and Staurday nights for our belly dancing show. We welcome large groups or parties.

West Beach Bar & Grill With great food, and music five nights a week.locals enjoy acoustic Wednesdays and open Jam nights Thursdays and Sundays. Daily food and drink specials change throughout the year, to ensure the right feel for the seasons. This welcoming restaurant/ bar boasts a new Chef, Michael Kott, and front manager Tricha Short. West beach bar and grill: where the locals meet, and new friends are made.

We are located a block from Oxford street, on marine drive. A direct view of the ocean makes for magical sunsets! Come down and enjoy the view, great food and service or have a drink after work during our 4-6 p.m. happy hour (13 items under $10).

Peace Portal Golf Course was envisioned by Sam Hill, a Seattle lawyer also noted for constructing the International Peace Arch which marks the gateway between British Columbia and Washington state in 1921. Clubhouse and course construction began in 1927 and charter members formed a club at the fledging course in 1928 which celebrated it’s 80th Anniversary in 2008.

PEACE PORTAL PRO SHOP

The Golf Shop at Peace Portal is a fully functional shop that offers amenities to both the public and the current membership. The Golf Shop offers power cart rentals, pull cart rentals, golf club rentals, minor repairs, CPGA lessons & golf apparel. Head Professional and Cleveland Staff Player, Mark Forrest, and his staff are always available to take care of your golfing needs. You will also be pleased to see our selection of golf accessories including, sunglasses, ball markers, golf balls and more.

THE SUNNIEST GOLF COURSE THIS SIDE OF THE BORDER

The weather is always better in sunny South Surrey! Environment Canada says South Surrey/White Rock has two-thirds the rain of Vancouver (1100 mm vs. 1600).

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Most Interesting Things To Do

The Tour de White Rock cycling road race brings an international field once again to White Rock. Starting on Friday, July 22nd with the grueling 700 meter, 16% hill climb, this weekend event will see the competitors race the Criterium Circuit on Saturday, and culminate with Sunday’s Road Race through the streets of White Rock.

Come and witness some of the best international softball competitions in the world. The Canadian Open Fastpitch WOMEN’S International Championship. Lets ‘play ball’... in the lazy days of summer!

www.canadianopenfastpitch.com

Spirit of the Sea Festival, a weekend of family oriented activities in White Rock, British Columbia. Highlights include a family beach party with continuous music, the crowning of Miss White Rock and a torch-light parade along Marine Drive and our famous Pier.

The City of White Rock is hosting a Canada Day Birthday Extravaganza on the waterfront. It will be an outstanding fun filled family day that you will not want to miss, and the Snow Birds are back. There will be LOTS OF FUN for EVERY ONE! The FIRE WORKS will be simply AMAZING!

The Spirit of the Sea Festival is an annual weekend long celebration held in

the charming seaside community of White Rock, British Columbia. Enjoy locally grown farm produce, unique crafts, wonderful vendor-produced goods at White Rock Farmer’s Market.

The Historic Stewart Farm features a beautifully restored 1894 farmhouse, pole barn, root cellar and heirloom gardens and orchard in a lovely pastoral setting on the Nicomekl River. Tours are offered year round by staff and volunteers dressed in Victorianstyle costumes, a unique experience to be enjoyed by all.

Take a stroll along the promenade by the seaside. This walk stretches the entire length of the east and west beach area and takes up past the pier and the famous painted white rock, the namesake of the town.

A visit to the White Rock Museum & Archives located on the seaside is interesting and will take you back to the old days when the train use to take eager Vancouverites out for a weekends outing.

A side trip down to Peace Arch Park at the US/Canada border is fun. Bring a lunch and have a picnic or go across to Blaine USA if the line-ups are not too long. 6.

“By Jove What A Band”

c1934 The band in England on its first British tour. Photos: Warfleetpress.com

General Gordon Elementary School is located on Bayswater Street two blocks north of Broadway in Vancouver. It was here in the little yellow school house on the school grounds that the world famous Vancouver Kitsilano Boys Band was founded in 1928 by Arthur W. Delamont. Band rehearsals soon moved into the school basement when the band got bigger and continued there through fifty years of unparalleld success until the band folded in 1974. Arthur Delamont, who founded the Vancouver Kitsilano Boys Band in 1928, was a pioneer in the field of music education of our youth. He was the first to travel extensively with youth bands and to show that youths between the ages of 11 and 19 could be developed into a first class musical organization. He did this by taking first place in virtually every festival he entered, starting with the Victoria Provincial Championship in 1931. He went on to win the National Junior Band Championship title in Toronto that same year. Then in 1933, the Worlds Junior Band Championship title in Chicago. His wins were not marginal wins but without hesitation as one adjudicator remarked in Chicago. By Jove what a band’ and “there was little doubt that they totally outclassed their nearest competition,” were other adjudicators remarks. In 1934, he began taking his band to England, where he took first place in the West of England music festival and again in 1936 at the Crystal Palace where his boys beat out 35 adult bands to take the coveted Cassells Challenge Shield. (continued on page 80).

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By the mid 40s, he had started no less than six school bands, from which he selected the best for his Kitsilano Band, they were the West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Grandview, Point Grey Junior High School and the General Gordon school bands. As more and more bands began to spring up in the school system, he eventually relinquished control of all but his Kitsilano Boys Band. Over the course of fifty years his band won 200 championships, made 14 European tours and attended 5 world fairs. The tours lasted from 2 to 5 months and three concerts a day were normal routine. While most bands would travel and perform only a handful of concerts on tour, his boys were hired out to perform engagements like professionals at seaside resorts through-out Britain, often booked well in advance for their next tour. His success story is filled with humor, excitement, tragedy and love. In 1914 he was a member of the Territorial Staff Band of the Salvation Army, on board the Empress of Ireland, which sank in the St. Lawrence, with a loss of over 1000. In 1939 he was in England with his boys when war was declared and had to sneak out under the cover of searchlights and balloons, zigzagging home down the coast of Africa and across the Atlantic, trying to avoid German U-boats.

His legacy is the thousands of boys who passed through his organization and the lessons they learned. Often their sons went on to play with him as well. And over the years they became the who’s who of the Canadian music establishment where his boys filled the first chairs in symphony orchestras. www.warfleetpress.com

c1933 The band at the Chicago Worlds’ Fair

Visit Langley’s Five Wineries

Downtown Langley is home to 600 shops, services and restaurants. The pedestrian-oriented shopping strip along Fraser Highway includes historic Innes Corners Plaza and the trendy McBurney Lane. As you leisurely stroll through this unique shopping area, you’ll find handmade BC pottery and giftware, linens, art and art supplies, unique house wares and furniture, antiques, and a variety of other

interesting items that you just can’t find anyplace else. Come experience Langley’s warm hospitality any time of year. Urban, rural and historic communities offer up endless daytrips. Enjoy a day of shopping, taste test Langley’s five wineries or go horseback riding. No need to rush, parking is free!

MAKER CUBE

Maker Cube is Langley’s most exciting and innovative community workshop. From our comprehensive selection of tools and workspaces; to our custom fabrication business and diverse educational programming – it all comes back to one thing: We are the destination for hobbyists, the curious, and seasoned professionals alike to learn, explore and unleash their creativity.

Maker Cube is a community-based workshop and co-working space where makers of all backgrounds and experience levels can connect. By providing access to an unprecedented range of traditional and modern fabrication tools, Maker Cube is the ideal space for creators to work on any project. It offers workshops and classes in various disciplines, such as woodworking, welding, 3D printing, and electronics, to give its members the knowledge and skills they need to bring their ideas to life. Maker Cube also provides a lowrisk way for artisans, producers, and entrepreneurs to have their own studio space and jumpstart their business.

Everything But The Groom

Bridal Boutique is a fun and funky new twist on shopping for your wedding gown. Heidi Tobler describes her store as, “Everything you could WISH for and MORE!”

Red Velvet Cafe and Gifts. We have really good soups, sandwiches, cakes, and cookies. We are located on the road down to the Fort on the left. The last shop on the left as a matter of fact.

Our signature Red Velvet Cake is to die for. Our atmosphere is relaxed and spacious. Come in for a quick bite or stay awhile we do not mind. There is always something cooking on the stove or we can make up anything from our wonderful menu.

While you are here, look around at our gift items. There is also a nice courtyard where you can sit outside and enjoy the early spring sunshine.

THE HEALTHIEST FINEST SEAFOOD IN BRITISH COLUMBIA!

1 Fish 2 Fish Fresh Seafood Market has been providing chemical free and sustainable seafood choices for the local community for over 15 years with a selection among the best in the lower mainland. Proud partners of the Ocean Wise™ program, we are open 7 days a week. Unique to 1 Fish 2 Fish, our annual Whole Fish Event features fresh local Halibut, Sockeye and Coho Salmon at the beginning of each season providing our customers the best quality fish at market price. Our Whole Fish Event grows each year with customers ordering over 3 tonnes of fresh Halibut in 2012!

Serendipity Hair Studio is a Davines concept salon, mixing sustainable beauty with our love for fashion

Downtown Langley is under going a refurbishing with new businesses coming in and old ones moving on. The center of the downtown retail area would have to be McBurney Junction with several designer boutiques and eateries within a stone’s throw of one another.

Several artists boutiques have established themselves here as well.

The rest of the retail is an eclectic mixture with a new olive oil store situated in a lovely new building and lots of other delights to keep you busy.

Freedom Arts Collective is associated with Toby Malek of ABC Fine ART. Together we support the community of Langley and the surrounding lower mainland communities.

Art & Photo Reproduction: We take pride in offering the best quality service and consultation in the Fine Arts reproduction. We work with our clients to provide the best result in reproduction, scanning, printing on canvas or fine art paper.

Art Gallery: We carry original arts, photography, sculpture and fine art jewelry, representing local artists.

Music and Art Classes: In the gallery and out in the community we offer classes, photography and seminars.

Custom Framing: Rosemary and Keith work as a team in delivering the highest quality custom made framing.

At Forever Yours Lingerie, it is our goal to help you look and feel like the beautiful woman you are.

Forever Yours Lingerie is a full service lingerie store in the heart of Langley, B.C. catering to women of all sizes.

We believe that buying a bra is more than just getting the right fit… It is the bra, yes, but it is also about how you feel about yourself in the bra, your comfort, the perfect fit, your interaction with your personal fit specialist…the whole experience!

But Forever Yours does much more than solve bra fit problems. We want every woman to feel confident and beautiful after they’ve been properly fit. We want every woman to love her body!

We pride ourselves on having the right style and fit for almost every woman – and every occasion. We offer over 70 different sizes from B to K cup from the best international designers. As well as stocking an amazing array of choices in bras, we also have a beautiful selection of lingerie, sleepwear, funwear, stockings & seasonal swimwear. Sexy, seductive & confident comes in all sizes, which is why we carry sizes from Small – 4X. See our full selection online at ForeverYoursLingerie.ca

Where to stay? Where to play? Your best bet is right here!

Cascades

want for a great getaway.

Casino and Coast Hotel & Convention Centre at the very hub of hospitality in the Fraser Valley, offering everything you

Agritourism

JD Farms Specialty Turkey

Turkeys on J.D. Farms are certified no antibiotics and no animal byproducts. They are fed a natural diet of grain, vitamins and minerals. The turkeys are raised in spacious, well-ventilated barns with free access to fresh water and a constant supply of fresh feed. Special care and diet bring about the highest quality and exceptional flavor. The bistro offers homemade sandwiches made with our Specialty Turkey Meats, soup of the day, and other hot ready to eat JD Turkey Products. www.jdfarms.ca

Krause Berry Farms & Estate Winery

Enjoy the “Berry Best” in strawberries, raspberries, blueberries & blackberries, freshly picked corn and green beans. Specialty jams, jellies, syrups, and gift baskets as well as our berry shortcakes and old fashioned berry milkshakes! Come and enjoy a trip to the country, pick some product or just relax and enjoy the atmosphere of this beautiful working family farm. Open June-Oct and December.

www.krauseberryfarms.com

Agritourism

Chaberton Estate Winery

Experience the award-winning tastes of Domaine De Chaberton Estate Winery. Open for tours, sampling, and sales. Be sure to reserve a seat in the Bacchus Bistro for lunch or dinner. It’s one of the best fine dining restaurants in the area.

www.chabertonwinery.com

Driediger Farms Market

B.C.’s farm fresh berries! Delicious strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, red and black currants and gooseberries for sale at this family farm. U-pick also available in clean, supervised fields. Open mid-June to late August.

www.driedigerfarms.com

Fort Wine Co.

The Fort Wine Co. is a premium fruit winery located just minutes from historic Fort Langley, in the picturesque Glen Valley. The winery has been recognized with numerous awards at major wine competitions for the fine quality, innovation and flavor. Gourmet foods, fruit wines and fortified wines are available for tasting or purchase at this heritage-style winery.

www.thefortwineco.com

more Agritourism....

Township 7 Vineyards & Winery

Tour the vineyard, taste a variety of wines and enjoy the relaxing picnic area before buying a bottle to add to your personal wine cellar. Township 7’s award-winning and acclaimed handcrafted wines are produced in small lots from the best vineyards in Langley and the south Okanagan Valley. This family owned and operated winery is committed to creating exceptional wines that are complex, flavorful and well balanced. www.township7.com

Vista D’oro Farms & Winery

Dedicated to providing an ultimate agritourism experience, Vista D’oro Farms grows heirloom tomatoes, heritage orchard fruits and culinary herbs all of which can be found in the Farmgate Shop. Come visit the Cooking Studio where you can experience culinary adventures alongside some of Vancouver’s best chefs. From delicious seasonal menus to technique classes the studio offers a truly unique experience in an intimate farm setting. Open mid-March to mid-December. www.vistadoro.com

Langley City

The Bog Riverside Cranberry Farm

At THE BOG Riverside Cranberry

Farm we work hard to consistently provide quality cranberries for our customers. These are the same cranberries that can be seen floating on our fields during our spectacular fall harvest, as well as the ones we use in all of our premium farm products. From fresh picked berries in season to sauces, jellies and juice, we carry a variety of products that showcase the unique flavour of our favorite berry.

Food and beverage

No matter what your taste buds are craving, Langley has just the thing to satisfy your appetite. Check out the fresh produce, delicious preserves, and award winning grape vintages that make Langley famous.

Dead Frog Brewery offers a lineup of four refreshing brews ranging from dark to light. We also offer seasonal beers at various times throughout the year. Our name might be funny, but we are very serious when it comes to brewing. All our beers are craft brewed in small batches using two-row barley malt, water, hops and yeast. We use no preservatives and we don’t pasteurize.

Unit 1 - 27272 Gloucester Way, Aldergrove, BC

604-856-1055

www.deadfrog.ca

“historic small town feel”

Fort Langley is a very entertaining mix of establishments. Antiques, works of art, collectibles, personal wear, decorations for indoor or outdoor, food, books, all are represented in an atmosphere of yesteryear. Here is a taste. The village of Fort Langley is made up of over 2,700 residents and over 100 businesses. The commercial core offers a mix of services, restaurants and retail stores. The “small town

feel” and historic character is a definite attraction to both residents and tourists, making Fort Langley a well-known destination.

The village offers several Bed & Breakfast accomodations within walking distance of the downtown core and in the outlying area as well as established campgrounds.

Fort Langley National Historic Site is within walking distance of downtown Ft. Langley.

Fort Langley

Little White House

Cheryl Krecsy, also known as Cece, is the owner and original creative mind behind Little White House & Co. in historic Fort Langley, established in the year 2000. Operated along with her daughter, Natasha Isaak, LWH is a nostalgic lifestyle boutique celebrating fashion, decor and gifts blended with a Salon Café which hosts guests to Parisian-inspired faire and high tea. It’s a charming space and a brand with an appreciation for style both old and new.

Cece’s vision for Little White House was to create a place for women of all ages to gather… to let all life’s worries drift away… to spend a little time on yourself or with a loved one, chit chatting while walking through the rooms of the old house… doing a little visiting, eating, or shopping. It’s a place to come home to — a home away from home.

Cece’s daughter, Natasha, plays a huge role in the business and is the face of the LWH brand. Both mom and daughter continue to have the same vision and often select the same items for their charming boutique. Natasha is the General Manager and truly loves her work and loves all of the LWH clients. LWH is what it is today because of Natasha. You can frequently find Natasha on our Instagram trying on our new arrivals and shop favourites.

Treasure Island Gift Shop

Susan Saffold is all about connecting people together and helping them find what connects them to others. For many years this passion was put to work as a school teacher. Susan felt that helping each student to discover how important they were to others and to the world was the key to great education.

In 2010 an opportunity came to put those same passions to work in hosting a store where people could find gifts that would help them connect to others. Treasure Landing was born! Since then, thousands of people have come through our doors and left with that special something they were looking to find.

Blueberry Meadows Based in the beautiful Fraser Valley, BC, since 2011… we supply unique and ‘environmentally friendly’ solid wood rustic living, dining and bedroom furniture, along with a selection of home decor. By importing directly from the source, we cut out the middleman and save our customers up to 50% compared to other retailers.

We are particularly proud of the way in which our reclaimed wood is sourced from across the globe and the traditional ways in which our furniture is crafted and finished at our Vietnam factory.

Our FSC certified salvaged timber collections are reclaimed larch, pine, fir and assorted semi hardwoods from discarded packing crates, pallets and dismantled buildings.

La Foccaceria

Opened in December of 2019, owner Robert Giardino wanted to bring an authentic taste of Italy to the quaint town of Fort Langley. After extensive training in Stresa, Italy, Robert wants to ensure that all of his customers have a genuine encounter with his products and his store. Using only Italian flour, and a slow, overnight fermentation, La Focacceria ensures your tastebuds, as well as your tummy, will be happy no matter what you try!

Focaccia is the Ever Present Flat Bread of Italy. Every region of Italy has a different Style of Focaccia, and while most people would use it as a type of bread, some Italian cities have taken it to a new level.

All of our focaccia is made with flour imported from Italy for an authentic and delicious taste!

Puglia Style Focaccia

The classic dough style from this southern region, this unique dough formulation is a mix of “00” or “0” flour, Durum Wheat flour, and potatoes, which makes for a pleasant texture and a moist crumb.

Pat Barker was born in our Nation’s Capital, and graduated with a BFA from Emily Carr University of Art. She started making documentary films for broadcast television, and didn’t take up painting seriously until she became a firefighter in 1998. Now retired, she opened The Pencil Studio in April 2013.

“I explore the world around me in photographs,” says Pat, “often using them for inspiration for my work. I was always more comfortable with a camera in my hands, but that all changed when I was commissioned to film an artist’s retreat in Oman, in the Middle East. There were artists from all over the world, but it was a Dutch Artist named Vera Mauro – there was something about the physicality of her work that I connected with, and the rest is history.”

While Pat’s medium of choice has been the pencil, she has been combining acrylic with shards of broken glass and mirror on canvas.

Besides her own work in the studio, Pat also represents local Fort Langley Ceramicist Elaine Brewer White, Cold Wax Artist Kathleen Menges, Wood Artists Don Irvine, and Jay Mapson. Unique to the studio are ‘graphite objects’ by Agelio Batle, as well miniaturist Dalton Ghetti.

Susan Galick is a Canadian artist who has embraced art and creativity since childhood. Her works are influenced by her passion of the outdoors and her wonderful memories of living and

traveling around beautiful British Columbia: Quesnel Lake in the Cariboo region, fishing the salt chuck with her father, touring the Gulf islands with her parents, living in White Rock, Gavin Lake, Likely, Sooke, and historic Fort Langley.

Susan is a member of the Fort Langley Artist Group and has studied both painting and portraiture with established artists such as Mike Svob, Carol Marine, Carmel Clare, Perry Haddock, Robert Barrett, Murray Phillips, and Gaye Adams. She is also an active member of the Federation of Canadian Artists.

Opening her own studio/gallery in the Flatiron Building of Bedford

Landing in Fort Langley is a dream come true for Susan. She opens her studio-gallery to the public three weeks of every month. The fourth week, the artist spends at her Beach Box Studio in Sooke, on Vancouver Island.

Judy Nygren is a long time resident of Fort Langley. She is a contemporary, visual artist, with a background in photography: including weddings and portraiture, performance arts (music and dance), drawing and painting. Judy was a member of the Fort Gallery for several years as a painter and board member collaborating with other artists in their group shows.

The KUBE Gallery is a commercial fine art gallery representing both Canadian and international artists. We are based in scenic Fort Langley. The gallery is run by experienced and professional team, which cumulatively includes 20 years of experience in the public and private cultural and creative worlds.

We carry a diverse collection of styles, themes, and media of acclaimed artists. Whether, you are looking for pieces to add to your collection, a painting to brighten up a room, or just wish to immerse yourself in the art world we encourage you to stop by and explore.

Floralista Flower Studio

Our lush floral designs are comprised of only the freshest and most exquisite flowers. All blossoms, botanicals, foliage, pods, moss, twigs and branches are professionally chosen from local urban gardens and internationally renowned flower producers for exceptional quality and freshness. When our blooms are paired with inspiring contemporary and vintage vessels, enchanting arrangements arise!

We are committed to environmental awareness and green practices that sustain and improve the community of Fort Langley.

Please Note: Some of these artists mentioned on these two pages may no longer be in residence since COVID but you will find them online.

Fort Langley

Elaine Brewer-White is an artist living in Fort Langley B.C. She has been working as a figurative clay sculptor for over 30 years, and her work can be found in private and corporate collections worldwide. Currently Elaine specializes in 3/D portrait sculpture - artworks that celebrate individuals, families, and animal companions. She has sculpted husbands on motorcycles and grandpas in wet suits, great Danes on loveseats and over-sized cats waiting to pounce.

She has created David Suzuki as a garden gnome, and Pierre Trudeau in thoughtful repose. Leonard Cohen considering the ‘birds on a wire’, and Karen Kane at rest after a dance. Elaine sees her work as visual story-telling. She seeks to reveal the humanity, passion and wonder in each of her subjects.

Her studio is behind her house. You will know her studio by the strangely wonderful garden gate covered with bright metal flowers and vines, and next to that her veggie garden where old sewing machines and Barbie’s are repurposed into garden décor. Elaine welcomes any studio visits by appointment.

Imagine the West Coast before the cities of Vancouver and Victoria were built. In the 1830’s, the Fraser River was the highway and Fort Langley, a Hudson’s Bay Company trading post, was the only European settlement for miles. Today you can walk in the footsteps of British Columbia’s early adventurers and explore the actual site where British Columbia became a colony. Try on period clothing, enjoy interactive exhibits, talk with knowledgeable costumed interpreters. We are open 7 days a week! Open daily, 10am to 5pm (September 2 – June 27). Summer hours: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm (June 28 – September 1). Closed December 25, 26 and January 1st. Open weekdays for schools and groups with reservations. Please phone for public tour times.

Fort-to-Fort Trail

The Fort-to-Fort Trail is lined with native wildflowers, lush vegetation and views of the Bedford Channel of the Fraser River. This mixeduse trail, popular with walkers, runners and cyclists, links the first site of the Hudson’s Bay Fort in Derby Reach Park and the Fort Langley National Historic Site in Fort Langley.

Walk in the footsteps of British Columbia’s early adventurers

www.pc.qc.ca/fortlangley

Fort Langley is the exact location where, a century and a half ago, a huge fur trade organization called the Hudson’s Bay Company established a small post to trade with the First Nations of the West Coast. The enterprise grew, evolved, and influenced history, leading to the creation of the colony of British Columbia.

Furs were shipped to Europe via Cape Horn, produce was traded to the Russians in Alaska, local cranberries found their way to California, and Fraser River salmon was enjoyed as far away as Hawaii!

In 1858, rumours of gold on the Fraser River caused a massive influx of

Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada

Americans to the area. Fearing annexation by the United States, British Columbia was proclaimed a Crown Colony on this site by James Douglas on November 19, 1858. The Hudson’s Bay Company established the original Fort Langley in 1827. It served as part of a network of fur trade forts operating in the New Caledonia and Columbia Districts (now British Columbia and northern Washington). The fort maintained a good and peaceful trade in furs, salmon, and even cranberries with the local native inhabitants. Because of its strategic position on the Fraser River the post developed into a regional depot and forwarding centre.

Photos:www.pc.qc.ca/fortlangley

Walnut Grove Secondary School

Walnut Grove Secondary provides a caring and nurturing environment for all its students. WGSS celebrates learning through academic studies in both English and French, an exceptional and diverse fine arts program, a high tech computer studies program, an outstanding applied skills program and a provincially recognized athletic program. Recognizing the diverse student population, WGSS staff have designed programs that acknowledge each student’s interests, abilities and goals.

WGSS has an extensive Fine Arts department which includes three concert bands, senior, Intermediate and Junior.

Listening & imitating are two of the most important things every musician should focus on. Think about it; music is a language -a form of communication. Part of successfully learning any language is to immerse and surround yourself in it. You’ll find some directly applicable links and files here, but don’t be afraid to seek out recordings on your own. Start with the Jazz Masters talked about in class and work out from there.... and enjoy the journey!!!

Three jazz bands, senior, intermediate and juniors and a drumline.

Three choirs, Chamber Choir, Concert Choir and Vocal Jazz. And a Pit Orchestra which also rehearses for musical theatre productions.

For: CONCERT PROGRAM INFORMATION please contact the school.

“bustling shopping area”

Whether you arrive in Walnut Grove from Fort Langley or Surrey Central there is lots to see. Driving in from Fort Langley you first reach Walnut Grove Town Centre. This bustling shopping area has lots to offer including pharmacies, pet supplies, a candy shop, Save on Foods and much more. Further along the road you arrive at Westpark Centre which has a Peninsula Runners store and London Toys as well as others. On the opposite side of the road there is another long shopping centre. Around the corner past London Toys and down a block or two past more shopping, on the left across the road you find the Village at Thunderbird Centre. This is a beautiful new shopping centre with several boutique stores a wine boutique and lots more.

Walnut Grove is the bustling new neighborhood of Langley and these centres cater to the new neighbourhoods being built around them.

Thunderbird Village is located in Walnut Grove and is easlily accessable from Fort Langley, the freeway or Surrey Central. CINEPLEX CINEMAS LANGLEY (FORMERLY COLOSSUS THEATRE) is located directly behind. This is a nicely presented mall with several boutique stores.

Booster Juice offers smoothies and juices as a healthy alternative to typical fast food from franchised stores in several countries.

Dale Wishewan, Booster Juice President & CEO says: “Our mission statement says we will provide our customers with an incredible, healthy alternative to fast food that’s great tasting, convenient and nutritious, making it perfectly suited for today’s active lifestyle.”

We’re a Global franchise based from Canada, we specialize in building our brand with health-conscious restaurants that sell our delicious smoothies and other food offerings.

Located in the heart of Walnut Grove, Langley, BC the health professionals at Evolution Wellness Centre are dedicated to helping you achieve your wellness objectives – combining skill and expertise that spans the entire Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Massage therapy wellness spectrum. Dr. Harold Meinzer is committed to bringing you better health and a better way of life by teaching and practicing the true principles of chiropractic wellness care.

Chiropractic balances the body and includes a wide number of effective adjustment techniques to improve mobility, minimize pain, and reduce nervous system interference.

The Footmaxx Orthotic system analyzes your gait to provide the best, customized support to correct the way you walk and minimize pain.

Dena’s Boutique

Walnut Grove Flower Care was launched in 1985, making our boutique the first florist in the up-and-coming neighbourhood of Walnut Grove. Linda Karpiuk purchased the store in 2011, and has since renamed it Walnut Grove Floral Boutique. Our emporium is a fresh, inviting space filled with flowerets, a selection of gifts, cards, home décor, and Davenport Peanut Brittle.

Our location in the Thunderbird Village shopping district, and our proximity to Colossus Cineplex Odeon Theatre, enables us to deliver to all areas within Langley. Also serving Walnut Grove, Fort Langley and the surrounding areas including Surrey, Cloverdale, White Rock, Abbotsford, Maple Ridge and the rest of the Fraser Valley.

Dena’s Boutique opened in May 2007 in The Village at Thunderbird Center finally offering the women of the Fraser Valley “city style without the drive to the city”. After Dena graduated from high-school she dove into the fashion industry where she worked year after year for some of the very BEST in the city....Holt Renfrew, Alberto’s (now Leone’s), Alfred Sung and Jacqueline Conoir. She also spent 4 years doing fashion show styling and production and designed/taught the “Retail Management/Merchandising and Display” program at John Casablanca’s Fashion College . Dena’s Boutique is a honorary collective of all those years, all those experiences. Dena LOVE’S Fashion, it’s everything she KNOWS and ADORES.

The Barley Merchant is a proud supporter of independently owned BC breweries, cideries, wineries and distilleries. We curate a tap list and cocktail menu and whisky list that showcases these products from all around our beautiful province. Pair all that with a fresh food menu created using many BC sourced ingredients, a craft savvy service team and an upbeat, yet relaxing atmosphere and you have the perfect place to unwind and drink it all in.

Most Interesting Things To Do

Visit Aldor Acres Ltd. for some family fun on the farm. We have many attractions including an educational dairy tour, hayrides, a fall pumpkin festival, apples from our orchard, and Christmas trees too. www.aldoracres.com

Visit a 1915 CN Station relocated to the corner of Mavis and Glover in Fort Langley and refurbished from 1983-1985 when it was officially ‘opened’ by the then Lieutenant Governor of B.C., J.V. Clyne. Built and designed by the Great Northern RR it was bought by the CNR in l918. A landmark in Fort Langley, the Fort Langley Community Hall was completed in 1931 and is a designated “Heritage” Building. It is a large, gracious, 2-storey edifice with a grand ballroom, which boasts a horsehair sprung dance floor, a stage with lighting and sound and a balcony.

At Fort Langley Historical Site you can walk in the footsteps of British Columbia’s early adventurers and explore the actual site where British Columbia became a colony. Try on period clothing, enjoy interactive exhibits, talk with knowledgeable costumed interpreters.

Come and visit us at the Fort Winery and step back in time at our oldfashioned saloon bar where you can sample our award-winning 100% pure

fruit wines. We offer winery tours and our store carries an extensive menu of specialty food and gift items. www.thefortwineco.com

Mountain View Conservation Centre is a leading non-profit wildlife conservation facility that saves rare and endangered wildlife species from extinction, by operating endangered species conservation programs here in BC, Canada, and around the world. www.mtviewconservation.org.

World Class Show Jumping! Thunderbird Show Park hosts five major Show Jumping Tournaments each summer and attracts the Top Riders in North America.

www.thunderbirdshowpark.com

Walk down Old Towne Fort Langley and visit the shops and antiques mall. The town has an old time feel and is a great place to stroll on a summers day.

Arrays of outdoor recreational choices are available, canoeing, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, excellent running and cycling routes with a network of trail systems maintained by the municipality.

Visit the BC Farm Machinery & Agricultural Museum, helping you discover BC’s farm history.

Welcome to Shoppers Drug Mart, Walnut Grove! At the heart of the community, we are OPEN 24 HOURS every day to meet all your health and beauty needs. We are located in the Village at Thunderbird Centre providing many services:

There is always a Pharmacist on duty. Besides basic services, we provide specialty care in diabetes, specialty compounding, immunization and compliance packaging for medications.

- Passport Photo

- Digital Centre: cameras, games, movies and picture processing

- Post Office

- Convenience foods and beverages

We have a Beauty Boutique with make-up artists and skin care specialists on staff to help, teach, demonstrate and choose the right product for you or special someone! Our exclusive beauty brands include Dior, Lancome, Clinique, Benefit, Stila, Clarsonic, F102-20159 88th Avenue

www.shoppersdrugmart.ca Smashbox, Pur Minerals, and others. Come in and let our girls give you an analysis of your skin! Other Services we provide include:

Bridal/Wedding

Cafe/Restaurants

Casinos

Children’s Wear/Toys/Games

Cleaners

Morgan Heights Cleaners 42, 44

Clothesline Consignment 30, 32

CLOVERDALE 29

Collectibles

The Abode 31, 33

The Bowerbird Stop 33

The Irish Clover 31, 33

Community Centres

Fleetwood Community Centre 25

Cosmos Greek Restaurant 71, 73

David Michael of London 59, 61

Dead Frog Brewery 92

Dena’s Boutique 111

Dental

South Surrey Dentist 52

Dining

COSMOS Greek Restaurant 71

Cosmos Greek Restaurant 73

F I V E Doors Down 71, 73

Jan’s on the Beach 70, 72

Sammy js 41

Sheila’s Bistro 47

West Beach Bar & Grill 71, 73

Domaine de Chaberton Estate Winery and Bacchus Bistro 90

Driediger Farms 90

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Earl Marriott Secondary School 69

EDGE Fashion Boutique 65, 67

Elaine Brewer-White 102

Elemental Canine 35

Elite Home 42, 44

everything WINE 43, 45

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Fashion/Boutiques

Dena’s Boutique 109, 111

EDGE 65

EDGE Fashion Boutique 67

hes some kind of wonderful 59

howard clothing 42

Howard Clothing Co 44

jj whiskey Clothing Co. 49, 51

She’s Some Kind of Wonderful boutique 61

Shoes of Europe 83

Fast Food

Kabab-ji Lebanese Cuisine 43

Kababji Grill 45

PG’S JAMAICAN TAKE OUT 64, 66

Fitness/Yoga

Seung-ri Black Belt Academy 63

FIVE CORNERS 64

F I V E Doors Down 71, 73

Fleetwood Community Centre 25

Floralista Flower Studio 99, 101 Flowers

Artistry in Flowers 59, 61

Floralista Flower Studio 99, 101

Walnut Grove Floral Care 109, 111 Food

1 Fish 2 Fish 83, 85

Booster Juice 108, 110

Driediger Farms 90

JD Farms and Bistro 89

Krause Berry Farms 89

Piquant Gourmet Meat 51

Sweetgrass Naturals 94, 96

Vista D’oro Farms 91

Well Seasoned Fourmet Foods 9

Forever Yours Lingerie 87

FORT LANGLEY 93

Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada 103, 105

Fort Wine Co. 90

FRASER DOWNS 29

Freedom Arts Collective 86

Furniture

Elite Home 42, 44

Living Room Home Decor 95

ROMANCING the HOME 51

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General Gordon Elementary School 77

Grandview Corners Shopping District 39

GUILDFORD 23

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Hair Salons/Barbers/Nails

DAVID MICHAEL OF LONDON 59

David Michael of London 61

Walnut Grove Secondary School 106

Semiahmoo Secondary School 53

Semiahmoo Shopping Centre 39

Seung-ri Black Belt Academy 63

She’s Some Kind of Wonderful 59, 61

Sheila’s Bistro 47

Shibui Spa & Skin Care 48, 50

Shoes of Europe 83

Shoppers Drug Mart 113

Simon Fraser University Surrey Campus 18

South Surrey Dentist 52

South Surrey Medical Clinic 1

Spas/Wellness Centre

Shibui Spa & Skin Care 48, 50

Thunderbird Wellness Centre 108, 110

Specialty Stores

Ambiente 46

Angelic Teapot 64, 66

Pjzzzz Bed, Bath, Sleep 43, 45

Speciaty Stores

Forever Yours Lingerie 87

Sports

FRASER DOWNS 29

Newton Wave Pool 28

STICKY’S Candy 48, 50

Studio One 76 30, 32

Surrey Civic Hotel - 144 Suite 20

Susan Galick Fine Art 98, 100

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The Abode 31, 33

The BOWERBIRD Stop 31, 33

THE CHANGING ROOM 83, 85

The Irish Clover 31, 33

The Life & Times of the Legendary Mr. D 56

The Pencil Studio Art Gallery 98, 100

THUNDERBIRD VILLAGE 108

Thunderbird Wellness Centre 108, 110

Timeless Treasures Antiques 30, 32

Too Good To Be Threw 82, 84

Township 7 Vineyard & Winery 91 U

UPTOWN 58 V

vanilla CLOTHING 65, 67

Vintage

Clothesline Consignment 30, 32

The Bowerbird Stop 31

THE CHANGING ROOM 83

The Changing Room 85

Too Good To Be Threw 82, 84

Vista D’oro Farms 91 W

WALNUT GROVE 107

Walnut Grove Flower Care 109, 111

Well Seasoned Gourmet Food Store 9

West Beach Bar & Grill 71, 73

WHALLEY 17

WHITE ROCK 57

White Rock Beach Beer Co. 58, 60

White Rock Deziner Eye Care 62

White Rock Gallery 68

White Rock Museum & Archives 70, 72 Wine

Domaine de Chaberton Estate Winery and Bacchus Bistro 90

everything WINE 43, 45

Okanagan Estate Wine Cellar 109, 111

Township 7 Vineyard & Winery 91

It Ain’t Over Until Faye Leung the Hat Lady Sings

The Faye and Dean Leung Story!

How they changed the faces of Canada

Dean and Faye Leung were pioneers in blending the Chinese society with the Caucasian society in Vancouver during the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. They both fought the decades old discrimination in Canada against the Chinese and other minorities.

Together, they accomplished many things in the fields of banking, housing, education and probably most importantly in the field of immigtration category reform. If you are from an immigrant family who came to Canada after 1967, chances are you are here because of Faye Leung. It can probably be said that Canada is multicultural today because of the efforts of Faye Leung.

Faye was also a pioneer in establishing economic ties between Canada and China starting back in 1980, through to today, when China began to open its doors after

the Cutlural Revolution. She was the first Canadian businesswoman to be invited to China by Deng Xiaoping’s government.

The last chapter in her biography is an overview of the Fantasy Gardens boondoggle which saw the first premier in Commonwealth history forced to resign due to his own corruption. Faye is beaten up and smeared by the premier’s lawyers, then the media and made the scapegoat to keep the premier out of jail. A more in-depth look at this entire affair can be read in this book.

BOOK * BIOGRAPHY

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MOVIE: The Ghosts of Chinatown

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INVESTORS NEEDED: 400

ABOUT: This is an opportunity for small investors to get involved for the first time in a Johnny Depp movie. Ten of Johnny Depp’s movies have either grossed over $1 Billion worldwide or grossed above $500 Million.

CONDITIONS: No money will exchange hands until a producer is on board (Ron Howard) the lead actors all signed (Johnny Depp, Meryl Streep and Sandra Oh) and a studio on board that has a distributor and can guarantee theatrical release (Disney).

RETURN: This budget covers Production $100 Million, Distribution $100 Million, Marketing $100 Million and Actor’s Residuals (cash amount the leads receive after production) $100 Million. Because we are raising the entire cost, this group will be first in line to receive compensation.

THE TRANSACTION: Once we have the investment needed, a Literary Agent in London, England will be engaged to handle all aspects of the transaction; getting a producer on board, the producer getting the actors on board and the studio. The producer will assemble his team, set a schedule and a budget and work will begin on a script.

SYNOPSIS: Faye Leung finds herself on Pender Street in front of the newly opened Chinatown Storytelling Centre. She sees visions of people she used to know going into the various businesses and they see her but say nothing. Unknowingly, she has stumbled into a parallel dimension called Ghost World. It is only for ghosts. The Office has sent down a good wizard (Meryl Streep) to rally the ghosts of Chinatown for an attack on City Hall to get the City to give Chinatown protected heritage status so it won’t disappear. The Mayor wants to sell off the buildings to developers. To read more go to our website: www.warfleetpress.com.

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