What's On! Abbotsford Magazine

September / October 2019

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE Summer goes by so fast! There were so many great events, with record numbers coming out to enjoy. Not to worry, still lots to do in September and October. We will be at The Country Celebration September 7 and 8, 2019. Be sure to stop by our booth to say Hi! We will be handing out the new issue of the magazine.

Have you heard of the Hot Valley Nights Cruise-In? How about the Fraser Valley

Taco Festival? The Matt Falk Comedy Evening? These are just a few of the upcoming events listed in the Events Calendar. Be sure to mark your calendars!

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

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ABBOTSFORD EVENTS CALENDAR SEPTEMBER SEPT 3, 2019 Free Public Talk Overcome Anxiety and Stress Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley. 7-8:30pm.

Learn to meditate and overcome anxiety and stress, improve your relationships, solve daily problems and find inner peace. kmcfv.ca or epc@kmcfv.ca SEPT 5, 2019 Hot Valley Nights Cruise-In 360 Fabrication, 31450 Peardonville Rd. Outdoor BBQ, music and lots of fun! This event is free and everyone is welcome. facebook.com/ events/607054853107320 SEPT 6, 2019 32nd Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament This tournament is a terrific way to meet the men and women of our business community. Registration includes 18 holes of golf, shared power carts, lunch, dinner, on-course contests, activities and awards. abbotsfordchamber. com SEP 7 & 8, 2019 Country Celebration Nature, heritage, agriculture and community. Nature barn, giant straw maze, live animals, marketplace, kids’ zone, food trucks, live music, pony rides and so much more!

Campbell Valley Regional Park 204 St, Langley. All ages, $3/ adult $1/child, more info, metrovancouver.org search ‘countrycelebration’

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SEPT 8, 2019 Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope This family-friendly event raises vital funds to change lives affected by ovarian cancer through research, advocacy, and support.

9am, at Ellwood Park (by the large gazebo), 31419 Maclure Rd. Register today www.noca.convio.net/site/ TR?fr_id=1480&pg=entry&s_ locale=en_CA Lower Mainland Horseshoe Championships 2308 Adanac Street. Contact Jim Williams for more info 604 463 2200.

Parkinson SuperWalk 2019 Mill Lake Park – Bevan Avenue and Primrose Street.

Registration starts at 9am, Walk starts at 10am. Join us for Parkinson Society British Columbia’s largest fundraising event of the year, Parkinson SuperWalk! Register today!

Edith for info 604-463-6018 parkinson.bc.ca/superwalk SEP 10, 2019 Kickboxing for Grief and Loss- Abbotsford Hospice Society Homberg House, 32780 Marshall Rd Abbotsford.

3:30-4:30pm. Finding a healthy outlet for grief allows the release of endorphins into feel good hormones.

Open to all ages, free, space is limited contact lakhbir@ abbotsfordhospice.org to register or call 604-8522456 for more info.

SEPT 11, 2019 Soroptimist International Abbotsford-Mission Best For Women Monthly Meetings Chances Casino, 30835

Peardonville Road. 6pm.

Come join us as we improve the lives of women and girls through social and economic empowerment. SIAbbotsford. mission@soroptimist.net Special C3 Presentation: Dignidad Migrante Society The Reach Gallery & Museum. 10:30-11:30am.

C3 (Culture, Coffee & Cookies) is a cultural speaker series providing learning opportunities in a relaxed social setting. This presentation highlights the work of the Dignidad Migrante Society, a nonprofit organization formed by migrant workers and volunteers that supports migrant workers in BC and beyond. thereach.ca SEPT 12, 2019 Trip to Morocco Information Evening Sevenoaks Boardroom.

6:30-8pm. An information evening on the next Chamber Trip - Morocco. RSVP. Free to attend. lavonne@ abbotssfordchamber.com abbotsfordchamber.com SEPT 13-14, 2019 MCC Festival for World Relief Tradex Abbotsford. Join us for the 50th annual MCC Festival for World Relief.

Support relief, development and peace in over 50 countries as you; munch on

delicious Mennonite foods, games and crafts, Live Auction, (Fri at 7pm and our Children’s Auction on Sat at 10am), learn how you can make an impact in the lives of people around the world. mccfestival.com SEPT 14, 2019 Meditation WorkshopHow to Enjoy Meditation Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley. 10-1pm. Learn the essentials of Buddhist meditation practice, take away practical tools to apply in daily life, find that you can successfully maintain a balanced, peaceful mind and a positive approach to all that life offers you. kmcfv.ca or epc@kmcfv.ca Pedaling for Hope Cyclathon Tradex Abbotsford. Come ride in the 11th Annual Pedaling for Hope Cyclathon at the MCC Festival for World Relief! Ride in our 20 km flat loop, or the 50km “rolling” figure 8 circuit. Plus, we have our 10 km Guided Family Ride! Find out more and register www.eventbrite. ca/e/11th-annual-mccpedaling-for-hope-cyclathontickets-62543096084.

3 Point Competition Tradex Abbotsford, 11am. 3 Point Competition at the MCC Festival! Join us to shoot some hoops and become

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Circle F Horse Rescue Society Annual Poker Ride & Walk Campbell Valley Regional Park. Tickets $30 each=one poker hand. Registration at 9am, the ride will begin at 10am. BBQ Lunch, 50/50. facebook.com/groups/circlef/ Fraser Valley Taco Festival Abbotsford Centre. 124pm. Fans can vote for their favorite taco, meet some of the area’s leading taco makers and mark the occasion by enjoying the Tiny Taco Dog Beauty Pageant, the Chili Pepper Eating Contest and more. www. ticketmaster.ca

La Vie en Rose Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. 8pm.

Starring Grammy Award Nominated Violin Virtuoso, Pablo Diemecke, renowned British Pianist, Anthony Booker, Canadian Actress/ Singer and Chilliwack’s Own, Deanne Ratzlaff, and Ballet Etoile Canada Prin-cipal Dancers, Ashley Evans & Ian Szkolak. eventbrite.ca/e/lavie-en-rose SEPT 14-15, 2019 BC Reptile Club Fall Expo Abbotsford Exhibition Park.

Sat 10-5pm, Sun 10-4pm. bcreptileclub.ca SEPT 15, 2019 Mexican Independence Day Party The Reach Gallery & Museum.

1-3pm. Free Admission & Family friendly! Join us as we celebrate Mexican Independence Day. Learn

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about the history and the rich and diverse culture of Latin America and Mexico. Food, music, games, and more! thereach.ca Terry Fox Run Registration: 8am. Event: 9-12pm. Tradex (north end) Building A (1190 Comell St.). Route is accessible for bicycles, wheelchairs/strollers and rollerblades. Dogs on leash welcome. Route Length: 2 km, 5 km and 10 km. terryfox.org Horseshoe Mania Each member will invite a guest to play horseshoes for the day in a mini tournament.

Also open to the public.

Contact Jim Williams 604 463 2200.

Family Event Rotary Stadium. 11am. Please join the Abbotsford Police Department for this free

family fun event! Bring down your friends and family for face painting, bouncy castle, junior police POPAT, mini golf, the traffic unit will hold radar races, static police cars display, meet local officers, entertainment, free treats and so much more!

SEP 18, 2019 Monthly Meeting -Fraser South Rhodo Society Meets for a speaker, coffee break and plant raffle/ sales. 7:30-9pm. Langley Mennonite Church. 2099740 Ave, Langley. Slide/talk

by Barbara Mathias on a recent cycling tour through southwest China. Agriculture, people, plants seen over the 1000 km journey. Bring friends! Barb 778-277-4735 for more info.

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Municipal Pension Retiree Association General Meeting Trinity Memorial United Church. 10:30 am. Info Patricia 604-854-6765 SEPT 19-22, 2019 The Snowbird RV Show & Sale Tradex. With over 200 RVs to explore you will find the latest models and products. rvshowsbc.com/snowbird SEPT 21, 2019 Mt Lehman Fall Fair Good old-fashioned fun for all ages! Games and rides, live music, craft fair, tearoom, farmers market, zucchini races, raffles and food!

10am-4pm, rain or shine.

Pancake breakfast 8am, free admission/parking, live/silent auction. Corner of Mount Lehman and Taylor Road in Abbotsford. facebook.com/ mtlehmanfallfair

SEPT 22, 2019 Sunday Golf Tournaments Aldergrove Legion #265.

Fraser Glen, Abbotsford, 9am.

60$ each. Sign-up sheets will be in the Lounge. 604-8565423 to register at least one week before play. Fees include green fees, beverage & food back at the Branch.

Members & Guests are welcome!

SEP 25, 2019 Trivia Challenge The Canadian Brewhouse.

6:30-9pm. Join us for an evening of fun and show off your trivia skills, be creative with your costumes, and meet new people, all while supporting a great cause. sharon@ literacymattersabbotsford. com for more info. Register literacymattersabbotsford trivia.eventbrite.com

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SEPT 26, 2019 Fall 2019 Wine + Art Walk Downtown Abbotsford.

4-8pm. Check out incredible art by local artists, sip some wine (and sometimes craft beer!), meet new friends along the way, and shop at the participating retailers. downtownabbotsford.com Harvest Dinner- Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrate 50 years of mentoring and everything that the Fraser Valley has to offer! Silent auction with items from local artists.

Appetizers and 3-course meal with pairing samples.

5pm. The Secret Garden at Woodridge Pond 3387 Tolmie Rd, tickets fraservalley. bigbrothersbigsisters.ca SEP 28, 2019 15th Annual Arty Awards The Reach Gallery Museum.

The Abbotsford Arts Council’s

annual celebration of excellence acknowledging the works of local artists in a wide variety of categories including Performing Arts, Media Arts, Literary Arts, Emerging Artists, Arts Advocates, Lifestyle, Youth Achievement, and Visual Arts, as well as Lifetime Achievement.

Live performances, silent auction, hosted by last year’s Performing Arts winner Cliff Prang. 7:30pm. Tickets abbotsfordartscouncil.com Health Talks 101: A Day of Medical Enlightenment The Quality Hotel & Conference Centre. 8:30am4pm. This forum allows the public the opportunity to hear local physicians and health care professionals present on important topics and other health trends. The presentations are colourful, dynamic, insightful and yet

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easy for the general public to understand. More info: tracey.rouillard@fraserhealth. ca 604-851-4890.

Touch a Truck Abbotsford Centre, parking lot 11-2pm. Hands-on, educational event for the whole family! Vehicles and interactive displays, Eagle West Cranes, Central Fraser Valley Search & Rescue, Valley Driving School, Fix Auto and MSA Ford. abbotsfordcentre.ca SEPT 29, 2019 Youth Symphony Orchestra Night Doors 6pm. Clearbrook MB Church 2719 Clearbrook Road. Join Concertmaster and violinist Calvin Dyck and his Youth Symphony Orchestra for an evening of beautiful music! Free but we’ll be taking up an offering for the kids. Coffee and desserts after the concert!

Abbotsford Hospice Society’s Hike for Hospice Mill Lake Park, South from 1-4pm. Annual hike around Mill Lake to raise funds for the Abbotsford Hospice Society while enjoying exercise, fresh air, and fun activities! This event is also about celebrating those you love! Info tania@ abbotsfordhospic.org

OCTOBER OCT 4, 2019 60th Anniversary Diamond Gala Quality Hotel & Conference Centre, Abbotsford. Join us for dinner, live and silent auctions, and door prizes.

Doors 5:30pm. Tickets Eventbrite or Miriam at 604859-8715 ext. 303.

OCT 5, 2019 Rock The Rink Abbotsford Centre. 7pm. The cast will feature Canadian greats, Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, Patrick Chan, Kaetlyn Osmond and Elvis Stojko. An annual tour that focuses on being more than a figure skating show. abbotsfordcentre.ca OCT 5-6, 2019 The Sky’s No Limit – Girls Fly Too! Abbotsford International Airport. Largest outreach event to inspire female future leaders in Aviation, Aerospace, Marine & Defence – FREE! Enjoy an incredible variety of civilian & noncivilian aircraft, tactical vehicles, hands-on activities and displays that are open to everyone! We’re offering free flights for female first-time fliers of ANY AGE! Advance and on-site opportunities are available to register for the free flights – visit www. girlsfly2.ca/events.html OCT 9, 2019 Soroptimist International Abbotsford-Mission Best For Women Monthly Meetings Vancity Community Room, 32555 London Ave, Mission. 6pm. Come join us as we improve the lives of women and girls through social and economic empowerment. SIAbbotsford. mission@soroptimist.net Learn about Fire Safety This free event takes place at 10:30 - noon at Clearbrook Library. Learn from a firefighter about how to prevent fires around your home. Please call or visit the library to register for this event. 604-859-7814

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OCT 10, 2019 Cheech & Chong - O Cannabis Tour Abbotsford Centre. 8pm.

Entertaining fans for more than four decades and are ready to celebrate recent updates to Canadian legislation with their new Tour. abbotsfordcentre.ca OCT 16, 2019 Monthly Meeting -Fraser South Rhodo Society Meets for a speaker, coffee break and plant raffle/sales.

7:30-9pm. Meeting room, Langley Mennonite Church.

20997-40 Ave, Langley.

Bring friends! Barb 778-2774735 for more info.

Shinedown Feat. Papa Roach, Asking Alexandria & Savage After Midnight Abbotsford Centre, 6:15pm.

Shinedown has been selling out arenas and receiving rave reviews during their

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tour, backed by their biggest, most eye-popping production yet. See them right here! abbotsfordcentre.ca OCT 18, 2019 Telecare’s 30th Anniversary Celebration!

Join contemporary Christian artist Ryan McAllister, registered clinical counsellor Mark Eshleman from Cedar Springs Counselling at New Life Church, 35270 Delair Road, Abbotsford. Tickets Eventbrite.ca www.telecarebc. com.

OCT 18-20, 2019 West Coast Women’s Show Tradex. The place where every girl’s shopping fantasy can come true, where you can shop ‘til you drop and save at over 400 booths!

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OCT 19, 2019 PBR - Monster Energy Tour Abbotsford Centre, 7pm.

Fans will witness exhilarating 8-second rides and wrecks throughout the action-packed event as the PBR’s courageous riders face off against their 2,000-pound opponents. abbotsfordcentre.ca OCT 23, 2019 APD Crime is Toast Tradex. 7-9:30am. The Abbotsford Police Foundation presents its annual breakfast fundraising event raising funds in support of the Abbotsford Police Department’s community programs. abbypf.ca OCT 26, 2019 Dallas Smith & Dean Brody- Friends Don’t Let Friends Tour Alone Tour Abbotsford Centre, 7pm. Two iconic country artists, Dean Brody and Dallas Smith come together for the larger-thanlife tour. abbotsfordcentre.ca Annual Royal Artisan Market Prince Charles Elementary, 35410 Mc Kee Rd. Come out and join us in supporting our local Artisans. The market will take place from 10-2 pm.

Admission is by donation and includes a raffle ticket for some lovely prizes! facebook. com/royalartisanmarket Meditation Workshop- A Life Beyond Anger Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley. 10-1pm. Apply Buddha’s wisdom to the problem of anger and see how it is possible to reduce and even abandon it! kmcfv. ca or epc@kmcfv.ca OCT 30, 2019 The Wiggles- Party Time Tour!

Abbotsford Centre, 6pm.

Dorothy the Dinosaur,

Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and a brandnew Wiggly friend, Shirley Shawn the Unicorn! You can sing and dance along! abbotsfordcentre.ca Les Voix humaines and Nigel North Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. 7:30pm.

Renowned for their spectacular arrangements of a wide variety of music for two viols, following in the baroque tradition of “covering” music originally composed for other instruments and adapting it for viols. valleyconcertsociety. com

ABBOTSFORD ARTS CENTRE AND COMMUNITY ARTS ADDITION SEPT 7- Pacific Pro Wrestling- Community Arts Addition. The bell has rung and class is underway for the fourth time as PPW brings you an eclectic lineup of new and returning faces that are sure to give you a wrestling experience you don’t want to miss! Tickets eventbrite.ca SEPT 15- Music of the Night: Concert Tour, 2 pm, Abbotsford Arts Centre. Tickets chilliwackculturalcentre. ca. A concert celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Featuring Webber’s most iconic theatrical music including selections from Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Sunset Blvd, and more!

SEPT 26- Baha’i Gathering, 7pm, Community Arts Addition.

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CALL 604-830-1349 Keith Hine OCT 4- Motown Magic: 60 Years of Music Hits, 8pm Abbotsford Arts Centre. Set in Detroit, MOTOWN MAGIC blends together some of the most iconic artists who helped create a soundtrack that would transform America including Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, The Jackson 5 among many others. Tickets Eventbrite.ca OCT 5- Matt Falk Comedy Evening, 7pm, Abbotsford Arts Centre. Matt Falk was called “Effortlessly Funny” by CBC. He’s performed at “Just For Laughs’, ‘The Halifax Comedy Festival’, and the “Winnipeg Comedy Festival’ Tickets: 604-853-6177 or mhsbc.com/futureevents/ purchase_event.html

OCT 10-12, 17-19 Forever Plaid - Community Arts Addition. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitchperfect melodies! Tickets fraservalleystage.com

OCT 20-25 Self Help, 8 pm, Community Arts Addition.

Self-Help, by Internationally Renowned Canadian Playwright Norm Foster, is a farce like no other. A married pair of second-rate theatre

actors cast themselves as nationally renowned self-help gurus. Self Help is a comedy you won’t want to miss.

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ONGOING EVENTS The Fraser Valley Watermedia Society Art Show “A Little Bit of Abstract”. Oct 5 - 29, 2019, Kariton Gallery, 2387 Ware Street, Abbotsford. A wide range of watermedia paintings by local artists.

The artists will be present at a Reception on, Oct 5 from 6-8pm. The show will be open to the public during regular gallery hours: Tuesday to Sat. 11-4pm and is closed on Sundays and Mondays. Jennifer 604852-9358 for more Gallery info. For more info regarding the show or membership, Carol 604-850-9694. www. fvwatermediasociety.com Abbotsford Horseshoe Fun Nights- 2308 Adanac Street Abbotsford. Sept, Mondays and Wednesdays at 6pm. Oct, Monday and Wednesdays at 1pm. Contact Jim Williams 604 463 2200

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ABBOTSFORD YOUTH COMMISSION Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Ages 11-15. Four dates to choose from: Sept 27; Oct 18; Nov 22; Dec 14. 9am – 4:30pm. Locations: Check website for details. Cost: $60.

This Red Cross program will teach you the skills to care for infants to school aged children and help you become a responsible babysitter.

Certificate provided upon completion. Register at abbyyouth.com

Sat, Sept 7 & Sun, Sept 8, 2019 10 am – 4 pm

Nature | Heritage | Agriculture | Community Nature Barn • Giant Straw Maze • Live Animals • Marketplace Kids Zone • Food Trucks • Live Music • Roving Performers Homesteading Demos • Pony Rides Campbell Valley Regional Park, 710 - 204 St, Langley Go Green! Bring your own mug & bags.

ALL AGES $3 per adult, $1 per child/adult 65+ Info: metrovancouver.org (search ‘countrycelebration’)

Abbotsford Learning Plus Fall 2019 Semester- Sept 12 - Oct 31, every Tue and Thu, 10- 12 noon.

Abbotsford Recreation Centre, $5 + $2 ARC entrance fee. A volunteer organization offering daytime leisure and learning programs to seniors, retirees, and enquiring minds of all ages.

More info: learningplus. ca, abbylearnplus@gmail.com Abbotsford Social Activity Association (ASAA) seniors’ programs. 33889 Essendene. Activities include line dancing Mon 9am/ Wed 6:30pm; seniors exercise Tues/Thurs 9:30am; pool Mon/Thurs 8:15am; square dancing Mon/Thurs 7pm; ballroom dance lessons Tues 7pm; Fri Night Social Dance 7:30pm and afternoon card games. Website for list of all programs/timesabbysocialactivityassoc@

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Monthly meeting at the Abbotsford Social Activity Association which takes place on the 1st Wed of every month at noon in the ASAA Main Hall on 33889 Essendene St. Come meet other members for a short meeting followed by refreshments. There will be interesting speakers.

The Valley Festival Singers- If you are a singer looking for a place to share your talent, we would be happy to have you join us!

We rehearse at 7pm at Calvin Presbyterian Church. info@ valleyfestivalsingers.com for more info about auditions.

Empowered Ages 12-15. Oct 26, 2019.

9am – 4:30pm. AYC Youth Centre at ARC. Cost: $50.

This engaging, interactive course is designed to help youth build self confidence in a safe group setting. Register at abbyyouth.com Level 1 Leadership Program Ages 12-15. Sept 27, 2019.

1:30pm – 5pm. AYC Youth Centre at ARC. Cost: $15.

Youth will participate in social engagement, trust, leadership and confidence building activities. Youth will build positive identity, and improve communication and interpersonal skills. Register at abbyyouth.com

Level 2 Leadership Program Ages 12-16. Two dates to choose from: Oct 18; Nov 22. 12pm – 5pm. AYC Youth Centre at ARC. Cost: $30. Develop organization, communication and teamwork skills; build self-confidence as you plan and deliver small games and activities within the group. Register at abbyyouth.com

Guys/Girls/Youth Nights Ages 12-16. 8 weeks, starting week of Oct 7, 2019.

7pm – 8:30pm. Various locations in Abbotsford.

Cost: $50. These recreational programs introduce youth to a variety of activities that encourage youth to live active, healthy lifestyles.

Activities may include martial arts, rock climbing, bowling, corn maze, dance and more.

Youth Night: Mondays; Girls Night: Tuesdays; Guys Night: Wednesdays Register at abbyyouth.com Level One FoodSafe Ages 14-18. 9am – 5pm.

Three dates to choose from: Sept 21; Oct 18; Dec 7. Cost: $78. This Level 1 course is for food service front line workers such as bus persons, servers, dishwashers and cooks. Participants are provided with a FoodSafe certificate upon successful completion of the course.

Register at abbyyouth.com Free Youth Drop In Ages 12-18. Mon – Thurs 2:30pm – 5pm. Fridays 2:30pm – 10pm. Saturdays 7pm – 10pm (ARC Only).: AYC Youth Centre at ARC; AYC Youth Centre at MRC. Cost: FREE. Our Youth Centres are safe, welcoming places for youth to hang out, and are fully staff. Drop in to connect with other youth and engage in a variety of fun, recreational activities. Learn more at abbyyouth.com Free Youth Open Gym Ages 12-18. Fridays: 7pm – 8pm. Saturdays: 8pm – 10pm.

AYC Youth Centre at ARC. Cost: FREE. Sign in at our Youth Centre at ARC then head into the gym and get your game on! Learn more at abbyyouth.com

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Peace Concert-mark your calendars! The Valley Festival Singers will present the first concert on Nov 3, 2019 at 3pm at the Calvin Presbyterian Church in Abbotsford. We will be joined by the singers of the TWU Chamber Choir.

Tickets Eventbrite. info@ valleyfestivalsingers.com Drawing Sessions with the Central Fraser Valley Graphic Guild- Monthly on the fourth Tuesday, Kariton Art Gallery.

The Graphic Guild holds open studio drawing sessions with a model. Model fee per evening session is $5. (from 7-9pm). Please contact to verify. Marjatta Itkonen: timomarjatta@gmail.com Spaghetti Dinner 3rd Tuesday of every month, 4:30-6:30 pm. Pay at the door, 33860 Pine Street,

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Abbotsford. Proceeds from this fundraiser support programs offered by Soroptimist International of Abbotsford-Mission.

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GALLERY MUSEUM, ABBOTSFORD THEREACH.CA/ CALENDAR EXHIBITIONS Carlos Colín: Little México Art Exhibition Until Sept 15. Free Admission. Sculptures, screen-prints, sound/ video installations, and photographs examine the lives and experiences of participants in the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP).

Something More Than Nothing Art Exhibition

Until Sept 15. Free Admission. A diverse selection of artwork that all deals in some way with notions of hidden or invisible labour: work that is not seen, valued, or adequately paid.

Karin Jones: Precious Until Sept 15. Free Admission. Jones’ repurposed farm implements are embellished with damascene inlay and address pastoral notions of agricultural labour and the romanticization of rural life.

Sunday Family Art Class 1-2:30pm or 3-4:30pm.

- Free Admission, Preregistration required. Bring the whole family out for a fun craft session in our studio. Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, kids… everyone participates! Our projects are often based on current exhibitions, holidays, or relevant themes. This is a fun opportunity for little ones to practice their motor skills, and for parents to let loose and get creative.

Healing Hearts Teen Grief Group- Abbotsford Hospice Society. This supportive group session is available for teens ages 13 to 18 who have experienced the death of a friend or family member.

Wednesdays 4-6pm Sept 18Nov 20, 2019. No charge to join but space is limited, registration required. Lakhbir for info. 604852-2456 ext 412.

Tuesday Night Meditations- Tuesdays in Sept 7-8:30pm. Overcome Anxiety and Stress. Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley. Learn to meditate and overcome anxiety and stress, improve your relationships, solve daily problems and find inner peace. kmcfv.ca/ Email: epc@kmcfv.ca

Tuesday MeditationsTuesdays in Oct (no class on Oct 1) 10:30am-12pm or 7pm-8:30pm. Freedom from Painful Emotions. Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley. Explore the simple techniques employed in Buddhist meditation to let go of negative emotions, past pain and bad habits, and cultivate positive states of mind. kmcfv.ca/ Email: epc@ kmcfv.ca Learn to MeditateWednesdays in Oct (9th30th) from 7pm-8:15pm.

Kadampa Meditation Centre Fraser Valley. Learn the essentials of Buddhist meditation practice, gain experience of a different meditation technique each week, take away practical tools to apply in daily life, find that you can successfully maintain a balanced, peaceful mind and a positive approach to all that life offers you. kmcfv.ca/ Email: epc@kmcfv.ca

ABBOTSFORD PILOTS JUNIOR HOCKEY CLUB HOME GAMES All home games played at MSA Arena, 2323 Emerson Street. abbotsfordpilots.com Sept 6th 7:30PM Mission City Outlaws Sept 13th 7:30PM Aldergrove Kodiaks Sept 20th 7:30PM Langley Trappers Sept 27 7:30PM White Rock Whalers Oct 4th 7:30PM North Vancouver Wolf Pack Oct 11th 7:30PM Richmond Sockeyes Oct 25th 7:30PM Ridge Meadows Flames Oct 26th 7:30PM Surrey Knights

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People in Pain NetworkDo you struggle with persistent pain? Do you feel like life is holding you hostage? Find it difficult to talk about your pain?

Free Pain Self-Management Educational Support (P.S.M.E.S.) Group that meets on the 3rd Tuesday of every month (from 10:3012:30pm) at The Church of the Valley 23589 Old Yale Road in Langley. More info pipain.com or FraserValley@ pipain.com or Dick: 604-9280486 Or 1-844-747-7246 Friday Blues Jam7-11pm- Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene- Finish your week off with some live music & dancing! A no-cover event (donations accepted). Blues musicians bring your tools – axe, sticks, harp, sax, horn, flute, etc. – backline, PA, amps, drum kit provided. Cash only venue. fvblues.com Valley Food + Farm Collective Market.

Thursdays through November. Rail District, 2518 West Railway Street. 4-8pm.

Farmer’s market. Local vendors, free community space featuring: a kid’s area and activities, local music, workshops, demonstrations and special events. valleyfoodandfarm.com Abbotsford Farm & Country Market: Abbotsford’s original farmers market, new location at Jubilee Park until Oct 26th, every Saturday, 9am1pm. Find us on Facebook and www.afcm.ca.

Connect Now Abbotsford11:15-1:30pm. 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Brodeur’s Bistro. This is a business networking lunch &

learn for business owners and professionals. Be prepared to share your business story in a 20 Second “elevator speech”. connectnowbusinessnetwork. com

Abby Mission Nature ClubMeetings are held the second Wed of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Ravine Park Hatchery, 2395 Crescent Way, by the Abbotsford Arts Centre email: haroos12@gmail.com Friends Of The Abbotsford Libraries- Meeting the 1st Tuesday of every month (except July & August) at Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, at 1pm. We advocate for and support our wonderful libraries. Contact: Gwen 604864-7414.

Abbotsford Stroke Recovery ProgramAbbotsford Recreation Centre. Mon and Thu 12:30 - 3:30. The program works through the 7 Steps of Recovery including; physical exercise, supportive communication, social interaction and recreation, thinking and memory exercises and more! Contact Joni abbystrokerecovery@ gmail.com 604-746-9264.

Abbotsford Spinners & Weavers Guild- 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of month- 10am, Birkeland Bros (back room), 33739 Essendene Ave. New members are always welcome.

Info abbotsfordspinners andweavers@gmail.com

Rise and Shine Toastmasters Club 9453 Weekly Meeting, 7-8:20am at the University of Fraser Valley Building A. Visitors are welcome. www.9453. toastmastersclubs.org

Real Farmers. Real Food. Real Fun. Abbotsford’s original farmers market!

Celebrate the bounty of BC. Largest selection of fruit & veggies is in the Market right now!

Saturdays 9am-1pm, NEW LOCATION Jubilee Park, 2552 McCallum Rd.

www.afcm.ca

Find us on Facebook Abbotsford Farm & Country Market

The Royal Canadian Legion branch 15 located at 2513 West Railway welcomes any member of our community to stop in at any time and check out our monthly calendar of events. There is always a deck of cards to play crib, dart boards and always someone to visit with.

3rd Thursday of the Month- Days for Girls Sewing and Prep Kits Event, 6:30-9pm, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints - 30635 Blueridge Dr. Info: Magna, 604-7516369 www.daysforgirls.org Highstreet Shopping Centre- Story Time & Crafts- Join master storytellers on a themed and interactive journey of crafts and fun with your little ones. Free. Every Tuesday from 9:30-10:30

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inside Community Room, across from Envision. More info Guest Services or 604.381.3934.

Old Time Dance Club- O. A. Pensioner’s Hall- 3015 – 273rd Street, AldergroveSaturday’s 1-4pm.

Langley Small Farm Network 1-2 times per month, Free.

Collaborate with other small-scale farmers to access and develop resources, like our regular speakers. facebook.com/groups/ LangleySmallFarmNetwork Contact: agriculture@leps. bc.ca or 604-546-0337

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National Association of Federal Retirees, open to all federal retirees and current employees nearing retirement. Our organization supports and assists members with pension and health care/dental benefit information. More info 778344-6499, or federalretirees.ca

Beginner East Coast Swing Lesson: Drop in lessons at 7:45 - 8:30 pm, Every Sunday Dancing: 8:30 - 11pm every Sunday. Cost: $9.50 for Adults | $8.50 for Students | DJ Night. $15.00 for Adults & Students | Live Band Night.

The Matsqui Community Hall, suburbanswing.com Choose to Move is a free and offered across the province. It is a 6-month activity planning and support program for older inactive adults and based on research. It provides older adults (65+) with the motivation and support to become more active in their community. activeagingrt. ca/active-aging-bc/physical_ activity/Choose-to-Move/ default Wendy 604-3167142 Email: wendy.harris@ gv.ymca.ca

Sundays -Flea Market, 6am – 4 pm at the Abbotsford Exhibition Grounds 32470 Haida Dr. www. abbotsfordfleamarket.com

Sundays- The Abbotsford Legion hosts Breakfast, 8:30-11:30am at Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. abbylegion.ca

Al-Anon Family Groups - Strength and Hope for Families and Friends of Problem Drinkers. Meetings are held Monday thru Friday - evenings and weekdays.

Please check the following websites for meeting

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locations and times. BC/ Yukon Al-Anon OR al-anon. org. Local Contacts 604-855-1942 or 604-859-6566.

Alateen is for young people, ages 11-18, whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking, whether it’s a parent, sibling or friend. Alateen meets every week Tue at 7:15pm, at the H.O.M.E. Society, 31581 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. 604-855-1942.

Table Tennis- Tuesdays & Thursdays- 7pm -Drop-In, 5$ fee, 10yrs+. Table Tennis Club is held at King Road Mennonite Church. Contact Andy 604-309-3256.

Sunday Service, Matsqui Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10:30am. 604-851 -0228. 5781 Riverside St, Abbotsford.

Are you a man who’s Gay, Bi-sexual or just not sure? HOMINUM Fraser Valley is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. We meet on the last Monday of every month. For info and meeting location, email aapearson@ shaw.ca 604-477-9553

The Mood Disorders Association support group meets the first and third Thursdays of each month from 7-9pm at Abbotsford Community Services (2420 Montrose Ave.) It is open to those who have mood disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and panic attacks. Friends and family are also invited. Info: Christine at 604-854-9404

Knit One! Knit All! Bring your needles and yarn to the library and join this weekly gathering of knit wits!

Drop in. Thursdays, 2-4pm at the Mount Lehman Library 604-856-4988, fvrl.bc.ca

Abbotsford Lions meet 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month (Sept-June) doors open at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7pm. Chances Casino-Abbotsford www. theabbotsfordlions.ca

Looking for men and women 55 and up who love to sing. We are the Happy Gang Choir and we get together weekly for singing, coffee and friendship. General meetings and practice are on Tuesdays and we sing at Senior Homes on Wednesdays throughout the year. Abbotsford Recreation Centre bride930@yahoo.com

Fraser Valley Woodturners Guild Meet every 2nd Thu, Sept to June at 6:30pm in the Wood Shop at the Robert Bateman Secondary School 35045 Exbury Ave, Abbotsford.

Visitors/Newcomers welcome! www.fvwg.ca What’s On! at the Abbotsford Libraries For a complete schedule of events happening at all 25 Fraser Valley Regional Libraries, www.fvrl.bc.ca and click on events.

The Port Kells Arts Club Membership to the PKAC is available to all people interested in working with other artists. We welcome all levels of ability and encourage members to strive to reach their potential through classes, workshops and local Art Exhibitions. We meet weekly from September to June at the Masonic

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LEARN TO SKATE WITH THE ABBOTSFORD SKATING CLUB During the 2018-2019 season, the Abbotsford Skating Club has shown it’s level of excellence throughout the community of skating. The club was awarded a Certificate of Achievement from Skate Canada earning a Platinum Level Status. They repeatedly have achieved a high level of standards and continue to have an exceptional skating program. Many of the senior skaters have won Gold, Silver and Bronze within their categories at various competitions all throughout BC. The club is run by a volunteer board, with four amazing coaches on their staff. Each coach has extensive knowledge, passion, certification and drive. They have created programs that meet each individual where they are at and challenges them to grow, giving the joy and love of skating. Many participants excel and ones who have never skated before, quickly pick up the skills within the season. The programs help the development of skaters providing many different opportunities to advance in the skating sports world. The Abbotsford Skating Club offers many programs for all levels and ages.

The Pre-CanSkate program is for children in their preschool years. The club coaches are supportive which create a fun and safe atmosphere for little ones. Many skating fundamentals are taught in this program giving them the skills to excel in many ice sports.

The Abbotsford Skating Club gives everyone who skates with them confidence, respect for others, teamwork, fun, commitment, strength and so much more. abbotsfordskatingclub

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Abbotsford Skating Club A tribute to our wonderful late skater, Emily Haw at our 2019 Ice Show #iceshow #abbotsfordiceshow2019 #abbotsfordskatingclub #abbotsfordbc

Abbotsford Skating Club Mica won the GOLD! Congrats Mica & Coach Tami Kerr on Gold in her Gold Interpretive Performance! #VDIPondtoPodium #victoriaday #abbotsfordskatingclub #abbotsfordbc

Abbotsford Skating Club Our 2020 Ice Show will be in April. Register and be apart of this epic Show. All 2019-2020 ASC Members welcome! #2020iceshow #ASCIceShow #abbotsfordskatingclub #abbotsfordbc

Fall/Winter Registration Days happened in August, missed out? Head over to abbotsfordskatingclub.org

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Hall, 20701 Fraser Hwy. in Langley. For membership info Susan 604-592-2357 or susan.black@shaw.ca

Toastmasters Abbotsford City Hall 12:05-1:00pm every Wednesday. Come hear interesting speeches along with supportive and helpful feedback during a fun and informative meeting. Guests Always Welcome!

Karaoke is played every Wednesday afternoon from 2 to 5pm with a breakfast draw taking place from 3 to 4 at the Abbotsford Legion.

604.853.1711 or abbylegion.ca

Music bingo Thursdays from 2-5pm at the Abbotsford Legion. 604.853.1711 or abbylegion.ca

Karaoke every Friday, 7:3011:30 pm at the Abbotsford Legion. 604.853.1711 or abbylegion.ca

Fish and Chips, 1st Fridays 5-7 pm at the Abbotsford Legion. 604-853.1711. abbylegion.ca

Every Other SaturdayFrench Conversation, 1-2pm, Mission, Open to all adults who are learning French.

Michelle at 778-982-3626 or michellelanguagetutoring@ hotmail.ca. www. tutoringbymichelle.ca The Abbotsford Legion Hosts A Meat Draw with entertainment, Saturdays, 2-5pm at the Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. abbylegion.ca 604.853.1711

Wednesdays- Toast of City Toastmasters 6683, Weekly meetings Wednesdays at Abbotsford City Hall, 32315

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hey youth!

Get Active!

Meet new friends!

Try new activities! *Activities vary by program and may include: Rock Climbing Swimming Judo Laser Tag

Corn Maze Gym Night Bowling Yoga

starts in October 2019

Reading Buddies Program -The Reading Buddies program is seeking adult or high school volunteers to give 45 minutes of their time once a week. Children in grades 1-4 who are struggling with their reading skills. If you are interested in being a mentor to a young child, you can pick up an application from the Clearbrook library or the Abbotsford library front desks. Potential mentors will be contacted once the applications are collected.

This is also an excellent way for students to get credited for volunteer hours.

FOR YOUTH AGES 12 - 16

More info at abbyyouth.com Youth Night - Mondays Girls Night - Tuesdays Guys Night - Wednesdays 8 FUN ACTIVITIES FOR ONLY $50!

South Fraser Way. Meeting rooms vary so follow signs to 2nd floor or Matsqui Centennial Auditorium.

12:05-1pm, Visitors always welcome!

3rd Thursdays of the Month- Abbotsford Better Breathers, 10-12pm, Cascade Community Church, 31590 Delair Rd. Better Breathers is a support group for people with Lung conditions (COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis or other chronic lung diseases). Monthly meetings feature educational and social activities. More info 1-800-665-5864 or 604731-5864, betterbreathers@ bc.lung.ca

Abbotsford Grand Squares -Every Sunday afternoon, 1:30-4pm. Mainstream Level dancing to a variety of Callers & Cuers each Sunday! $7/ person, ASAA Hall, 33889

Essendene Avenue. Lessons for new dancers to learn Modern Square Dancing begin September 16th, 7-9:30pm. First 3 lessons are free! Carol 604-8072281 or carolswan@shaw.ca, abbotsfordgrandsquares@ gmail.com www.ags. squaredance.bc.ca

St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog ProgramDo you have a great family canine you think or have been told would make a great Therapy Dog? Are you interested in becoming a Therapy Dog volunteer?

Info 605-853-8700 or Abbotsford@bc.sja.ca Ice Skating LessonsAbbotsford Skating Club.

Lessons or Private Lessons.

Info, email Stacy for registration - stgeddes@ shaw.ca

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OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNER

RENEE JAMES PRODUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL PRESENT

FOUR GREAT SHOWS...LIVE IN THE VALLEY!

LA VIE EN ROSE - SEPTEMBER 13 & 14 - 8:00 PM Renee James Productions International presents the acclaimed romantic and classical concert “La Vie en Rose” starring Grammy Award Nominated Violin Virtuoso, Pablo Diemecke, renowned British Pianist, Anthony Booker, Canadian Actress/Singer and Chilliwack’s Own, Deanne Ratzlaff, and Ballet Etoile Canada Principal Dancers, Ashley Evans & Ian Szkolak.

SEPT 13th, 2019 HUB International Theatre

(Chilliwack Cultural Centre) www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca 1.604.391.7469

SEPT 14th, 2019 Matsqui Centennial Aud. (Abbotsford City Hall) Online: www.eventbrite.ca

MOTOWN MAGIC - 60 YEARS OF MUSIC HITS - OCTOBER 4 - 8:00 PM Motown Magic ~ 60 Years of Music Hits celebrates the founding of the Motown era with an exciting and high-octane evening of incredible music by some of the world’s most iconic artists including Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Donna Summer, and Smokey Robinson, to name just a few.

Starring International Singer/Actress and the Fraser Valley’s Own, Leina DeBoer, Special Guest Star, Award-Winning International Recording Artist, Owen Lee, with Fraser Valley Dancers Teagan Gibson, Danica Domay, and Karina Evangeline, Singer Rebecca Laurenti and featuring the Motown Magic Band, this one night only engagement is a must see concert premiere.

Abbotsford Arts Centre Abbotsford, B.C. Canada

Tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/MotownMagic

NORM FOSTER’S HIT COMEDY - SELF HELP - OCTOBER 20-25 - 8:00 PM If you love to laugh you won’t want to miss the first-rate comedy “Self Help” from internationally renowned Canadian playwright Norm Foster.

A married pair of second-rate theatre actors cast themselves as nationally renowned self-help gurus.

Their lives unravel in a farce as they, and their hard-nosed agent, do whatever they can to conceal a body from a prying investigative reporter, nosy police detective, and anxious housemaid in order to hold on to their falsely won fame.

Featuring an All Star Cast from the Fraser Valley that include Nik Trotzuk, Karina Evangeline, Brady Moore, Danica Domay, Ethan Falk, and Deanne Ratzlaff, Self Help is a roller coaster ride of fast-paced witty asides and bawdy humor you won’t want to miss.

Community Arts Addition (Abbotsford Arts Centre) Abbotsford, B.C.

Tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/SelfHelp

CHRISTMAS WITH SINATRA - DECEMBER 17 & 18 - 8:00 PM Join this holiday season for the critically acclaimed stunning holiday concert “Christmas with Sinatra” starring international entertainer, Dane Warren and the 20-piece Bruce James Orchestra.

The producer’s welcome guests to join them on the red carpet this Christmas as they take you on a sentimental and nostalgic journey of festive holiday Sinatra hits and storytelling.

DEC. 17th, 2019 Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (Abbotsford City Hall) Abbotsford, B.C. Canada Online: www.eventbrite.ca/abbotsford

DEC. 18th, 2019 The Clarke Theatre Mission, B.C. Canada

Online: www.eventbrite.ca/mission

FOR ADDITIONAL INFO ON ALL SHOWS VISIT: www.facebook.com/ReneeJamesUK

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FUN PAGE FACTOIDS 1. The first car in Antarctica didn't work because it kept overheating.

2. Objects viewed from between the legs look smaller (you’re all checking now aren’t you?!).

9. Friendship has more influence on longevity that exercise, diet, heart problems and smoking.

3. In the 14th century the name Peter was a mild swear word.

10. A library book borrowed by George Washington in 1789 wasn't returned until 2010.

4. 1 in 3 parents allow their children to choose where they go on holiday.

11. Most female cats are right-pawed, and most male cats are leftpawed.

5. Pigs can be pessimistic and Ravens suffer from paranoia.

12. A Komodo dragons’ tongue can taste its prey from two and a half miles away.

6. Ed Sheeran can fit 55 Maltesers in his mouth.

7. In 2011, a Canadian dentist brought one of John Lennon's teeth at auction for $30,500.

13. You can make human heart tissue from spinach.

14. Humpback whales protect other species from killer whales.

8. The weights in a gym have 362 times more bacteria than a toilet seat.

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SUDOKU

How to Play Sudoku, It’s Simple!

Fill in the grid so that each row and 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 with no repetition. You don’t need to be a genius, These puzzles use logic alone. Watch out! Sudoku is highly addictive.

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ABBOTSFORD

REGIONAL HOSPITAL

Volunteers provide service within the hospital and fundraise for much needed patient care equipment and provide sponsorship of patient programs.

If you would like to be part of a committed organization working to improve the lives of our patients and clients we want to hear from you!

Email us today for a link to our online application: arhvolunteerresources@fraserhealth.ca Or call 604-851-4891 for more information

ABBOTSFORD Sunday, September 8 Mill Lake Park Bevan Avenue and Primrose Street Entrance Registration: 9:00 AM | Walk Start: 10:00 AM

For more information, contact: Larry at 604-859-5912

REGISTER

www.parkinson.bc.ca/superwalk 1-800-668-3330

National Sponsors

Travel Insurance OfďŹ ce Inc.

Provincial Sponsor Charitable Registration Number 11880 1240 RR0001 Parkinson SuperWalk in British Columbia is operated by Parkinson Society British Columbia under license from Parkinson Canada.

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Forever Plaid Comes to Abbotsford Once upon a time, there were four guys (Sparky, Smudge, Jinx and Frankie) who discovered they shared a love for music and got together to become their idols – The Four Freshmen, The Hi-Lo’s and the Crew Cuts.

Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge’s family’s plumbing supply company, they became “Forever Plaid.” On the way to their first big gig, the “Plaids” are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Forever Plaid begins....

Singing in close harmony, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with overzealous precision, the “Plaids” will have you rolling in the aisles and humming along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s and 60s.

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“I first saw Forever Plaid about 25 years ago when I was in high school,” says Director Dann Wilhelm. “I instantly fell in love with its amazing harmonies, goofball comedy and innocent nostalgia.”

In 2016 Wilhelm was cast as Frankie in a production for Vagabond Players in New Westminster. “I am ecstatic to be back not only directing this delightful musical for Fraser Valley Stage, but also reprising my role as Frankie, along with my Forever Plaid alumni.”

Complete with a bloody nose, asthma attack and adorable awkwardness throughout the production, the humour of Forever Plaid is found in the authentic feeling that we are truly watching four self-conscious young men try to remember lyrics, cues, and the moves and routines that accompany the music for their debut concert, says Producer Al Pattison.

Jake Hildebrand, Dann Wilhelm, To advertise Christopher Hall, Bradley Dewar

“The quartet's perfected goofiness and appropriate stiffness take a backseat when the first notes waft through the theatre,” added Pattison. “The voices are absolutely incredible, whether flawlessly blending together or soloing. I believe our audiences are going to love the show, especially when the men sing acapella in perfect harmony.”

Rounding out the cast are two fine musicians who will be onstage to accompany the Plaids; on piano Mel Bowker tickles the ivories while Issac Harvey keeps the music flowing on stand-up bass.

Forever Plaid will be playing Oct. 10 – 12 and 17 – 19 at the Community Arts Addition, 2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford. For details visit fraservalleystage.com for ticket information and show times.

Photos by Jean Konda-Witte; Creative by Petra Rentrop

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Thank You to All of Our Sponsors of the 4th Annual Smart & Caring Golf Classic Date: Thursday September 19, 2019 Registration: 10:00AM Shotgun Start: 12:30PM Dinner: 6:30PM Ledgeview Golf & Country Club Quality Hotel & Conference Centre

Title Sponsor

Reception Sponsor

THE PHOENIX LOUNGE, 33780 KING ROAD, ABBOTSFORD

TEAM TRIVIA TEAM TRIVIACHALLENGE CHALLENGE

MAKE YOUR ANSWERS MAKE YOUR ANSWERSCOUNT! COUNT!

Cart Sponsors

Co-Dinner Sponsor

Putting Contest Sponsor

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 | 6:30 - 9:00 PM

The Canadian Brewhouse - 3122 Mount Lehman21, Rd. Highstreet Mall, Abbotsford WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2016 | 6:30-9:00pm

Prize Sponsor

Lunch Sponsor

Hole in One Sponsor

Abbotsford Beverage Cart Sponsors

Tee Marker Sponsor

Golf Cannon Sponsor

The Oxford Seniors Care Caring for our Community

Candy Buffet Sponsor

Beverage Sponsor

Tee Gift Sponsor

Real-Time Scoring Sponsors

JOIN THE FUN. TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE.

SUPPORT LITERACY PROGRAMS IN YOUR COMMUNITY!

WIN PRIZES!

ENTRY FEE: $25/PERSON

TEAMS OF 1-6

ENTRY INCLUDES AND TEA JOIN THE FUN. TESTDESSERT, YOURCOFFEE KNOWLEDGE.

Driving Range Sponsor

Contact Information If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or have any questions about the Smart and Caring Golf Classic please contact: Wendy Neufeld at 604-309-9274 or wendyneufeld@abbotsfordcf.org

SUPPORT LITERACY PROGRAMS IN YOUR COMMUNITY! REGISTRATION: FIND US ON EVENTBRITE! SPONSORED BY:

BUY PRIZE DRAW TICKETS! PRIZES FOR BEST COSTUME! TEAMS OF 1 - 6 | ADMISSION $25 PER PERSON LiteracyMattersAbbotsfordTrivia.eventbrite.com

EVENT INFO: LiteracyMattersAbbotsford@gmail.com

REGISTRATION: Find us on Eventbrite!

SPONSORED BY:

LiteracyMattersAbbotsfordTrivia.eventbrite.com EVENT INFO: sharon@literacymattersabbotsford.com

A Fundraiser for the Whole Community

Healing Hearts Teen Grief Group

This supportive group session is available for teens ages 13-18 who have experienced the death of a friend or family member. The grief group is recommended for teens who are ready to actively engage in grief and mourning work.

Wednesdays

4 - 6 pm

Sept 18 - Nov 20 There is no charge to join this group but space is limited and registration is required.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2019 Mill Lake Park Site #4 - Off Bevan Ave

New Time!

Registration 1:00 pm Warm-up 1:20 pm Hike 1:30 pm

A fun day for all - family, friends & coworkers Hike, Hot Dogs, Beverages, Music, Face Painting, and More

PLUS - Best Dressed Dog Award!

Register and download a pledge form on our website, or pick one up at Abbotsford Hospice

Contact Lakhbir for more information. lakhbir@abbotsfordhospice.org or 604-852-2456 ext.412

www.AbbotsfordHospice.org/Hike

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Gallery 7 Theatre Opens “Ordinary Heroes” Theatre Season with Abby Theatre Fest Gallery 7 Theatre will launch its 29th annual season of theatre with their third annual Abby Theatre Fest, an exciting festival of one-act plays featuring six entertaining stories that will explore a variety of thought-provoking themes. Running October 2 - 5, 2019, the Festival will be held at the Yale Secondary School Theatre in Abbotsford.

“I’m really excited about this year’s line-up of short plays,” says Ken Hildebrandt, executive artistic director of Gallery 7 Theatre. “Of the six plays we’re presenting this year, four are written by playwrights from the Fraser Valley and the Lower Mainland. In keeping with the tradition of this fringestyle festival, all of the shows will take some risks in terms of story, artistry and thematic content.”

While the plays will explore more mature themes, Hildebrandt indicates that the shows still fit with the mandate of theatre. “Our mandate is to explore the human experience with a vision towards hope, reconciliation and redemption. Abby Theatre Fest allows us to produce works that are more edgy and stretch artistic limits but may not find a home on our mainstage. The plays are just as compatible with who we are as a theatre organization, and the festival allows us to have fun with a lesser produced theatrical format that is the one-act, short play.”

Hildebrandt is quick to add that there is a lot more to Abby Theatre Fest than just the plays. “Abby Theatre Fest gives emerging and established directors, playwrights, performers and theatre artists from through-out the region a chance to explore and develop their talents,” he says. “Three shows will receive their world premiere at the festival.”

This shows to be presented at this year’s festival include: • Letters to Myself, an original play written and performed

by Ryan Scramstad • Space Junk, a new comedy written and directed by Chilliwack playwright, Eldon Letkeman • Relative Strangers, a play by Sheri Wilner and directed by Chris Taylor.

• Hello Out There, written by William Saroyan and directed

by Shelley Picard.

• The Wake of Leroy McGuinness¸ an original comedy by Abbotsford playwrights, The Brothers Hanly, and directed

by Sue Backs.

• Don’t Forget to Dress the Dummies, a new comedy by Lower Mainland playwrights, Dianna Fast and Heather Tekavec and directed by Dianna Fast.

“There’s lots of great heart, soul and mind theatre at this year’s festival. I encourage everyone to come out and show their support for locally grown, locally developed and locally produced live theatre!” Hildebrandt continues. “I think audiences are in for a fun and entertaining theatre experience that will also challenge and inspire.”

All shows will run all days of the festival though start times will vary from day to day. For full details on each show, including language warnings and start times, as well as on how to purchase tickets, please visit www. gallery7theatre.com. Individual shows are $15.00/person, or you can purchase a festival pass that includes admission to all 6 shows for $45.00. The festival will be held at the Yale Secondary School Theatre, 34620 Old Yale Road in Abbotsford.

SOMETHING EDGY. SOMETHING DIFFERENT. An exciting and provocative festival of one act plays including:

SPACE JUNK

BY ELDON LETKEMAN

LETTERS TO MYSELF

BY RYAN SCRAMSTAD

DON’T FORGET TO DRESS THE DUMMIES

BY DIANNA FAST AND HEATHER TEKAVEC

HELLO OUT THERE

BY WILLIAM SAROYAN

RELATIVE STRANGERS

BY SHERI WILNER

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Recipe Page A cute and seasonal supper

Spooky Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients 4 Orange peppers 1 cup / 200g Cooked brown rice 1 tbsp Sunflower oil 450g Yves soy ground round 1 Medium onion finely chopped 2 1/8th cup / 225g Mixed mushrooms, chopped 1/2 a 650 ml jar roasted red pepper pasta sauce 1 tsp Dried oregano ¼ tsp Chilli flakes Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Serves: 4 - Preparation time: 20 mins Cooking time: 25 mins

For the pepper lanterns Preheat the oven to 350F / Gas Mark 4. Use a sharp knife to slice the top off each pepper horizontally. Don’t discard these tops as they will be the little hats for the pepper lanterns. Deseed the peppers. Rinse and pat dry with kitchen towel. Use a small paring knife to cut holes into the exterior of the peppers to make pumpkin lantern style faces. If the peppers don’t stand upright, slice a small amount from the bottom to flatten the surface.

Cook rice according to package directions. Lightly oil a baking tray. Arrange the peppers and their tops on the tray and cook in the oven for 20 minutes, or until peppers are cooked, but still firm. They mustn’t collapse! Remove peppers from oven and allow to cool while you make the filling.

For the filling Heat 1 tbsp oil in large frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and mushrooms, sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the mushrooms have softened and reduced in size. Increase the heat to medium-high. Add teh Eyves soy ground round, herbs and chilli flakes and continue to cook, stirring occasionally until browned. Drain the excess oil. Reduce heat to low, then add the pepper sauce and cooked rice. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 more minutes, or until mixture is heated through.

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Fill each pepper to the brim, allow the mixture to spill over slightly.

Place a top on to each stuffed pepper and serve with green salad.

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