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The most fabulous shopping event of the season! Only $5 a ticket and 100% of the proceeds go to a local Maple Ridge family in need. The night will include refreshments, goodies, discounts and more!

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A big THANK YOU to all the Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge locations who welcome the What’s On! Ridge Meadows Magazine into your business and make it available to your customers!

Maple Ridge Locations A&W – 228th & Lougheed Albion Pizza Alouette Pharmacy Big Box Outlet Store Blenz Coffee - Dewdney/224th Bruce’s Market Burger King Buttons and Bows Caldwell Banker Real Estate Canadian Tire Champion Athletic Club Chances Maple Ridge Chartwell Willow Retirement Centre China Kitchen City of Maple Ridge Economic Development Office Co-Operators Insurance - 207th & Lougheed Co-Operators Insurance - 230th & Dewdney Dairy Queen - 22490 Lougheed Hwy DeDutch Dee’s Things Delize Coffee Shop Doug Bing’s MLA Office Europe Bakery & Deli FatBurger - Westgate Mall Fitness Unlimited Fox’s Reach Frogstone Grill Golden Ears Cheesecrafters Great Clips – 240th & Dewdney Green House Restaurant Haney Animal Hospital

Haney Builders Supplies Haney Place Mall - Food Court Head To Tail Vet Clinic HOME Restaurant Johnston Meier Insurance Kanaka Creek Coffee Ken’s Bookcase Kingfishers Langley Farm Market on Lougheed Hwy Langley Farm Market on 207th Street Little Ceasars Pizza Lordco Lotto Booth – Valleyfair Mall (eastside) Lotus and Lemongrass Lupita Mexican Food MacDonald Realty Maple Ridge Legion - in the Lounge Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Maple Ridge Liquor Store Maple Ridge Library Maple Ridge Seniors Centre Markos Kouzina Greek Maternity Clinic Medlandia Pharmacy Menchie’s at Westgate Mall Outpost Liquor Store Papa Greek at Valleyfair Mall Papa Johns Pizza Papa Leo’s Pizza Pizza Hut RE/Max LifeStyles Realty RE/Max Results Realty

Ricky’s Restaurant Ridge Brewing Co. Ridge Meadows Hospital ROOTS Natural Foods Royal Le Page Brookside Realty Safeway Sango Restaurant Save On Foods - Westgate Mall Save On Foods - Dewdney/240th Scotiabank - 22529 Lougheed Hwy Service BC Office Shoppers Drug Mart – Dewdney/224th Snap Fitness Starbucks - Westgate Mall Starbucks - 227th & Dewdney Starbucks - Valleyfair Mall Starbucks - 240th & Dewdney Subway – 240th & Dewdney The ACT Arts Centre The Bookcase The Legion - in the Lounge The Pantry Thrifty Foods Tim Hortons/Wendy’s - Dewdney/ Lougheed Tim Hortons - 224th & Lougheed Tim Hortons - Dewdney & 230th Tim Hortons - Dewdney & 248 T’s/Once Upon a Tea Leaf Trevi Gelato Valleyfair Mall Admin office Waves Coffee – Lougheed & 207th West Ridge Drycleaners

Pitt Meadows Locations Austin Fish & Chips Blenz Coffee - Meadowtown Boston Pizza - Meadowtown Cineplex Odeon - Meadowtown In The Zone Fitness Jolly Coachman Pub Jungle Jacs Langley Farm Market - Harris Road Mint Your Health - Meadowvale Centre Opa Souvlaki

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Starbucks Meadowvale Centre Stomping Grounds Coffee House Subway - Harris Road The Lunch Doctor Vera’s Burger Shack Waves Coffee – Harris Road

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

Thank you to the local community groups and volunteers. You all do so much to make Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows the great cities they are.

It’s been a pleasure working with you and assisting you with promoting your organizations and the events you host. I am continuously in awe of all that you achieve and do for others.

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I’m grateful to have had this experience, as the magazine’s Owner/Publisher, and, I appreciate everyone who has assisted in making the magazine the very popular community resource it is. I’ve enjoyed meeting so many new people and every day has taught me something new.

I wish everyone a joyful Holiday Season, and a happy, healthy and prosperous 2017!

With sincere gratitude to all,

Caroline

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Thank you to all the advertisers for your support of the magazine, which in turn is a support system

Thank you to the 150+ locations throughout Ridge Meadows who offered to be, and continue to be, a distribution location. Your assistance enables the thousands of faithful magazine readers easy access to picking up a copy of each magazine.

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Thank you to all the readers who picked up a print copy or read through each issue online. And thank you for your support to like and share the daily social media posts, which helped spread the news of What’s On in our two cities.

for the local community groups. We’re fortunate to live in towns with businesses who are so giving.

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From the moment I began creation of my fi st What’s On! Ridge Meadows Magazine (the March/ April 2014 issue), and right through to completing the publishing and distributing of this current issue, the journey has been a special one for me.

As my time in the role of Owner/Publisher now comes to a close I’d like everyone to know you are all greatly appreciated by me.

CHRISTMAS HELP-PORTRAIT RIDGE MEADOWS HAMPER

CONTENTS: Christmas Hamper

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MEET The Maple Ridge Museum

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Events Calendar for November

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Recipe Page

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Events Calendar for December

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Remembrance Day 2016

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Events Calendar for Ongoing Programs

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Save The Date for these future events

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HELP-Portrait Ridge Meadows

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The ACT events

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Kids Page

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MEET THE MAPLE RIDGE MUSEUM Caroline Le Page is the Owner/Publisher of What’s On! Ridge Meadows Magazine, owned by Simplified Business Solutions.

You can contact her at:

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What's On! Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows is published under licence from Blueberry Publications

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You can also read this issue of What’s On! Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows online at www.whatsonridgemeadows.ca

whatsonridgemeadows@live.ca Daily reminders of What’s On in Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows can be found on Facebook and Twitter.

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Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Ceremonies Lest we forget... f On November 11 Canadians wear poppies and gather at war memorials across Canada to pay tribute to those who died in war. At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the time the Armistice of World War I was signed in 1918, we observe two minutes of silence to remember.

On Friday, November 11……

In Pitt Meadows the Parade marches to the Cenotaph at Spirit Square. Sandi Wight will be Master of Ceremonies for the Ceremony there at 11am.

In Maple Ridge, at 10:30 am, the parade leaves the Legion on 224th Street and heads south into downtown, ending at the cenotaph in Memorial Peace Park. Official ceremonies begin at 11:00 am.

Master of Ceremonies for this event is Margaret Kury.

Once the Parade arrives at each cenotaph, the national anthem is sung, followed by: a Remembrance Blessing; role call of soldiers from the community who died in action; playing of the Last Post; a two minute moment of silence; Lament and Rouse; Laying of Wreaths (from organizations or individuals in the communities); reading of In Flanders Fields, and, closing with God Save The Queen.

In Maple Ridge, the Parade then returns via the ring road and 224th Street, to the Legion, marching past the Reviewing Stand, where they take the Salute.

Please join the Legion to honour the men and women who so bravely served and continue to serve our community.

In Flanders field, the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly l Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved, and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe; To you from falling hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high.

If ye break faith with us who die, We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 88 12101 224th Street, Maple Ridge, BC 604-463-5101

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What’s On! Ridge Meadows Events Calendar for November 2016 VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS. WHATSONRIDGEMEADOWS.CA Triangle Community Resources 10 Week Class Runs November 1, 2016 January 6, 2017 Triangle Community Resources, 22575 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge Contact: 604-476-1202 /www. triangleresources.com/ ritemr@ triangleresources.com

Ray’s Dance / I Love To Dance November 5, 7pm - 8 pm lesson; 8pm - 11pm Dance Includes food & refreshments 12150 224th Street, Maple Ridge www.ilovetodance.ca / rayj@ ilovetodance.ca / 604-8367295

World Films November 1, 6pm – 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd

REIKI Fundraiser for North Fraser Therapeutic Riding Association November 06, 10:30am – 1pm Experience a healing Reiki session with all proceeds donated to NFTRA Sessions will be 30 minutes in duration. Suggested minimum donation $15.00 www.nftrarides.wordpress.com/ Call or email Jane to book your 30-minute session.

604 – 837-3500 jane@sapphireisland.net

Holy Wow Poets November 1, 7pm – 9pm The ACT Theatre, Maple Ridge How to Write a Novel in a Month November 2, 7pm - 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd Local Voices November 3, 7pm - 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd CLASSY BAZAAR November 5, 9am – 2pm. Golden Ears United Church, 22165 Dewdney Trunk Road Artisans, jewelry, silent auction, home baking & preserves, apple pies, refreshments $30.00 to book a table; call: 604 463-9611, email: office geuccan.com Diwali: Festival of Light November 5, 2pm - 4pm. Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd

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Jesse Cook: One World Tour Presented by Rock.It Boy Entertainment November 6, 7:30pm The ACT Theatre, Maple Ridge Call 604-476-2787; $48.50 All Tickets Building a Healthy Credit History November 7, 1pm - 2:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd World Films November 8, 6pm – 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd

Lobby Nights: Songstage with Ivan Boudreau November 8, 7pm – 9pm The ACT Art Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge

Lobby Nights: Golden Ears Writers November 15, 7pm - 9pm The ACT Art Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge

Whonnock Weavers and Spinners Guild Meeting November 8, 7:30pm Whonnock Lake Centre, at Whonnock Lake Park, Maple Ridge 604-462-9059

NFTRA Pub Night November 17, Doors Open 6pm. Dinner 6:30pm MREC Ranch Bar & Grill 21973 132nd Ave, Maple Ridge $25/ticket. Call 604-462-7786

Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting November 9, 5pm - 7:30pm At CHANCES MAPLE RIDGE, 22710 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge Contact: Tami, 604-457-4599

Nutrition & Arthritis November 17, 6:30pm 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd

Ridge Meadows Ex-Service Women’s Meeting November 10, Lunch at Noon; Meeting at 1pm. Held in the Downstairs meeting room at RCL Branch #88, 12101 224 Street, Maple Ridge For info call Margaret: 604-467-4082 Remembrance Day Parade and ceremonies. November 11.

Parade starts at 10:30am In Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadow. See page 8 for full details THE WINTER BLUES PRESENTATION November 15, 10:30am – 12noon. Maple Ridge Seniors Centre. 12150 224th Street Learn more about Seasonal Effectiveness Disorder and what you can do to treat and prevent it. Call 604-467-4993 to RSVP. www.rmssseniors.org

LEGO Club November 18, 3pm - 4pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd Garibaldi Art Club Fall Show & Sale November 18, 7pm - 9pm November 19, 10am - 4pm November 20, 10am - 4pm Fraserview Village Community Hall, 22610 - 116th Ave, Maple Ridge. (corner of 227 St and 116 Ave, just off the Haney Bypass). Web: GaribaldiArtClub.com. Facebook: www. facebook.com/garibaldiartclub/ Email: information@garibaldiartclub.com Free admission. Door prize is a large gift basket!

14th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR November 19, 10am – 1pm Haney Presbyterian Church 11858 -216th Street, Maple Ridge

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November 2016 continued VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS. WHATSONRIDGEMEADOWS.CA Celebrate a Life Hosted by Ridge Meadows Hospice Society Hang a special ornament in memory of a loved one November 18-20, during Mall Hours at Haney Place Mall November 21-23, during Mall Hours at Valley Fair Mall 604-463-7722 / www.ridgemeadowshospicesociety.com Teen Writing Workshop November 22, 7pm - 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd Lobby Nights: Celtic Jam with Nigel Tucker November 22, 7pm – 9pm Join in with Nigel and his band of merry musicians in the spirit of the Celtic muse.

Identity Theft and Fraud Prevention November 23, 7pm - 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd eBooks & Audiobooks and Online Resources November 24, 7pm - 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd AGING 2.0: STRONG, SMART, SAVVY November 25, 10:30am – 12noon Maple Ridge Seniors Centre, 12150 224th Street Receive some practical advice to help you navigate your physical health, mental acumen, and overall perspective on aging.

Call 604-467-4993 to RSVP www.rmssseniors.org

The Happenings Arts and Craft Fair Thomas Haney Secondary School. November 26 & 27, 10am – 4pm. Thomas Haney Secondary, 23000 116 Ave, Maple Ridge 100’s of vendors. No strollers on sales floors. Daycare by donation Children’s Clothing Freecycle November 26, 11am - 2 pm The Hive Neighbourhood Centre At Eric Langton Elementary 12138 Edge Street, Maple Ridge. Donate until November 24th. Families helping families in our community. Our 14th Children’s Clothing Freecycle provides clean, gently used clothing for the children in your family.

Country Christmas Benefit Concert for Meals on Wheels and Silent Auction Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Community Services November 26. Christmas Concert: 1:30pm - 4pm / Silent Auction: 11:30am - 3 pm (closes during Concert Intermission) Concert tickets: $19.50each / Silent Auction (Lobby of ACT theatre): FREE to attend The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge Contact info: Joanne Leginus, 604.467.6911, Ext. 1206 / jleginus@comservice.bc.ca www.comservice.bc.ca Messy Church November 26, 2pm - 5pm Golden Ears United Church, 22165 Dewdney Trunk Road Theme: Trusting God!

Contact Lesley: 604-463-9611 / minister.children@geuccan. com 36th Annual Open House Whonnock Weavers and Spinners Guild November 27, 11am - 4pm Whonnock Lake Centre, 27871 - 113 Ave, Maple Ridge Contact Marie: (604) 462-9059 Maple Ridge Music Society presents Christie Reside – flut Grace Huang – piano Cristian Marcos – cello November 27, 2:30pm At Westacres, 23575 124th Avenue, Maple Ridge Find out more at: www.mapleridgemusicsociety.ca Sacred Bronze Bell Choir presents Christmas is Coming; a dessert concert.

November 27, 7pm Golden Ears United Church, 22165 Dewdney Trunk Road Admission by donation; all proceeds to benefit the Golden Ears United Refugee Fund.

Model Railway Open House At Maple Ridge Museum Hosted by the Dewdney Alouette Railway Society November 27, 1pm – 4pm 22520 116th Avenue, Maple Ridge Golden Ears Movie Series (GEMS): Our Little Sister November 28, 7:30pm The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge

African Dinner Fundraiser Hosted by Golden Ears GoGos November 29. Doors Open at 5pm. Dinner served at 5:30pm At Samuel Robertson Technical School, Maple Ridge Tickets $30.

Contact: Heather 604-4672525 / histewart@telus.net; Anna 604-463-3491 willisanna51@gmail.com Hands Across the Sea Maple Ridge Concert Band/ Westview High School Band November 29, 7:30pm 9:30pm The ACT, Maple Ridge Visit MRCB.ca for more infor 5th Annual Dignity Breakfast The Salvation Army Ridge Meadows Ministries November 30, 7:30am – 9:00am. South Bonson Community Centre. Help The Salvation Army ring in the Christmas season by attending its 5th annual Dignity Breakfast at the South Bonson Community Centre. Raise funds for vulnerable individuals and families in our communities. For tickets, contact Amelia Norrie: 604-4638296 x 106 / amelia.norrie@ saridgemeadows.com To buy online, visit www. saridgemeadows.com Interfaith Dialogue November 30, 6:30pm 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd

Maple Ridge Music Society Candlelight Concert Series 2016 - 2017 At Westacres, 23575 124th Avenue in Maple Ridge Sunday, November 27, 2:30pm Christie Reside – flute Grace Huang – piano Cristian Marcos – cello

Saturday, March 4, 7:30pm Harriet Krijgh – cello Magda Amara – piano

Sunday, January 29, 2:30pm The Core of the Pacific Baroque Orchestra

Saturday, April 1, 7:30pm Janina Fialkowska – piano

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RIDGE MEADOWS Lately, local news and conversations have focused on homelessness, shelters and how to balance these issues in our growing community. Help-Portrait Ridge Meadows organizers hope to help by offering some positive, seasonal cheer in hosting the 6th annual Help-Portrait event on Saturday, December 3 at Golden Ears United Church from 1 to 8 PM. Help-Portrait is a positive professional photography experience for those who can’t afford personal, family or school photos.

Guests of the event include: the homeless, those recovering from addiction, as well as low-income and single parent families and seniors. In fact, 80% of participants are families grateful to record their memories in photo.

Help-Portrait is an annual, worldwide, one-day event at 2,800 locations in 67 countries. More than 370,000 portraits have been gifted globally, with the help of photographers, editors, hairstylists, makeup artists and other volunteers.

There is no cost to guests, no pre-registration nor pre-qualification. Guests receive free mini makeovers, a professional sitting and a framed portrait. There is also a kid’s entertainment station, live music and refreshments for guests.

HOW YOU CAN HELP Organizers are seeking volunteers - especially hair and makeup professionals. Check out www.helpportraitridgemeadows. com for ways to help.

Donations are also gratefully accepted. This year a portion of funds raised will be donated to Alouette Addictions Services for Community and School Education programs to educate families and children to help circumvent poverty and addiction.

Donations can be made through smile@helpportraitridgemeadows.com or online at www.helpportraitridgemeadows. com.

DID YOU KNOW… • Over 70% of people that use the meal service at the local Salvation Army are NOT homeless or living in a shelter?

• We have 186 children in our community that use the bagged lunch program?

• Approximately 14% of our community residents live at or below the poverty line?

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Christmas Hamper Society www.mrpmchristmashamper.org

Families In Need If you think your family will be in need this Christmas Season please register for a Hamper at one of the following events. Each registration event runs from 10am to 2pm.

November 24 at Pitt Meadows Lions Hall, 12479 Harris Road November 27, December 7, 11, or 14 at the Commercial Building at Maple Ridge Fairgrounds, 23448 105th Ave November 29 at the Hilton Hader Room, in the Randy Herman Building, 11960 Haney Place, Maple Ridge

Drop off Gifts The Kids Only Gift Shoppe is desperate for items suitable for adult Christmas Gifts. On December 17th, this is where the children have the opportunity to shop for a FREE gift for the mum, dad or caregiver.

For both the Kids Only Shoppe and for Rudolph’s Recycle Shoppe, drop off is open to the public from November 17 to December 15, between 10am and 4pm each day.

We accept used toys, household items, clothing for all ages, and warm blankets. We are always in desperate need for teen gifts. Often teen gifts are not on people’s minds when they think about Christmas. We have hundreds of teens in

our registered families and believe they deserve to be part of the family gift opening. Fuzzy blankets, sports items, hair straighteners/curling irons, teens crafts and gift cards (movie theatres, music stores, local malls and clothing stores are the most requested items).

New, unwrapped toys can be dropped in our donation boxes (look for our Santa Hat logo on the box!) at Valleyfair Mall, Haney Place Mall, the Christmas Hamper office at Maple Ridge Fairgrounds and the Maple Ridge News office, all in Maple Ridge. Also at Otter Co-op in Pitt Meadows.

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PLEASE HELP, however you can, to give financially disadvantaged families in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows a wonderful Christmas.

Cash donations can be made at the Christmas Hamper office, at Otter Co-op, or via the PayPal link at www.mrpmchristmashamper.org

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Haney Presbyterian Church hosts the

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Saturday, November 19, 10am – 1pm 11858 216th Street, Maple Ridge

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The world renowned LANGLEY UKULELE ENSEMBLE Presents

A Christmas Concert Saturday, December 10, 7pm 11858 -216th Street, Maple Ridge $20 per ticket 604-467-1715

Happening Arts & Crafts Fair November 26 & 27, 2016 10 am until 4 pm

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MEET

the Maple Ridge Museum & Community Archives and Haney House Museum!

Displays ranging from Katzie First Nation, to early European settlers to industrial and railway history, to household items: the museum has over 15,000 objects in its collection and 16,000 archival photographs, all of which are donations from the community.

Besides our permanent display areas, the museum also has a temporary gallery that rotates exhibits twice a year. The goal of the space is to highlight parts of our collection that do not necessarily fit into the exhibits currently on display. The space is also used to showcase traveling exhibitions from neighbouring museums. The Museum routinely provides text and photo displays for a number of community events and in the public library, averaging about 30 outreach displays a year. We take part in as many community events as well, from Canada Day to Rivers Day, to Haney Farmers Market.

Situated in Jim Hadgkiss Park overlooking the Fraser River, the Maple Ridge Museum collects, preserves and shares the material culture and stories of historic Maple Ridge.

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In addition to showcasing history through artefacts and display work, the museum is also an archive and we handle many research requests.

We hold extensive research files more than 1,200 distinct topics on community history. There are two copies — a digital one at the museum and a hard copy at the Maple Ridge Library. People interested in browsing community history or investigating a number of topics are advised to access the library set as the library is open more hours than the museum and there is plenty of work space. If you have a specific topic in mind or cannot access the library, contact us for digital copies.

subject and location as browsing 16,000 images is not recommended.

More than a thousand of the best images can be found on our Flickr site.

While both the Maple Ridge Museum and Haney House Museum are located in former homes, unlike the brickyard manager’s house, Haney House still looks like a family home inside. The main floor has the kitchen, living room, and dining room, while upstairs there are bedrooms and bathrooms. Haney House is not confined to a single era and tells the story of the family and their home as both evolved through time. Plumbing, electrification and family composition all brought changes that left their mark on the house. In addition, stories and artefacts are drawn from the Maple Ridge Museum collections to explore particular themes or show seasonal variation.

We encourage visitors young and old to come and learn about the history of their community. Please contact us below for more information!

Visit Us Maple Ridge Museum 22520 116th Ave Haney House Museum 11612 224th Street Contact Us Website: mapleridgemuseum.org E-mail: mrmuseum@gmail.com Twitter: @mrmarchives Facebook: mapleridgemuseum Flickr: mrcommunityarchives Instagram: mapleridgemuseum

Access to original archives can be provided for specific requests but given our lack of space, we cannot provide public access for browsing.

We request that researchers define the scope of their interest by era,

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At The Loft Every Friday & Saturday Dinner specials include: Steak & Lobster - $29.95* Prime Rib - $29.95* (*plus applicable taxes) Reservations are suggested.

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To all constituents of Pitt Meadows & Maple Ridge, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you, your family and friends Happy Holidays and best wishes for a happy New Year!

Wishing you happiness and prosperity in 2017.

Ring in the New Year!

December 31, 2016 Enjoy a Four Course Dinner & live music. $95 + tax - per couple $55 + tax - per person •••

Dan Ruimy, Member of Parliament, Pitt Meadows – Maple Ridge and staff.

22369 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2T3 Dan.Ruimy@parl.gc.ca www.DanRuimy.ca PH: 604-466-2761 FAX: 604-466-7593

Join us for Brunch with Santa!

Sunday, December 18, 2016 Seatings at: 10am & 12:30pm Pre-registration required. Call today!

For more information visit our website: www.meadowgardens.com

Or call 604-465-5474

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What’s On! Ridge Meadows Events Calendar for December 2016 VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS. WHATSONRIDGEMEADOWS.CA The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

by Barbara Robinson, directed

by Kathleen Hatley Presented by Emerald Pig Theatrical Society •December 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 10 •Curtain at 7:30 pm; Matinee on Dec 10 at 2:00 pm •Open Door Church Theatre - 11391 Dartford St., Maple Ridge, BC •Ticket prices $18/15 or Family Pack of 4 for $60 •Tickets available on Eventbrite Contact Sharon Malone, producer: 604-785-1405 Email: emeraldpig@theatrebc. org website: www.emeraldpig.ca Local Voices December 1, 7pm - 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd HELP-Portrait Ridge Meadows December 3, 1pm – 8pm Held at Golden Ears United Church, 22165 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge Providing a FREE portrait photo to anyone in need! No preregistration required.

See page 12 for more details.

A Christmas Tradition – a FREE Celebration December 3, 2pm – 5pm In the LOBBY at The ACT Maple Ridge, 11944 Haney Place

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by Duffle Bag Theatr December 3, 3:30pm Main Theatre, The ACT Maple Ridge, 11944 Haney Place Call for tickets: 604-476-2787 Christmas In The Park & Santa Claus Parade December 3, 4pm – 8pm In Memorial Peace Park, 224th Street, Maple Ridge Enjoy FREE hot chocolate and lots of entertainment.

The Parade starts at 6pm.

Eric Langton Elementary Holiday Craft Fair December 4, 10am - 4pm 12138 Edge Street, Maple Ridge Come and shop. Concession, door prizes and lots of fun!

Osprey Village Tree Lighting December 4, 6pm – 8pm Visit with Santa Claus. Enjoy Hot Chocolate & Cookies at Blue Heron Gallery. www.theblueherongallery.ca Healthy Sleep December 6, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd Holy Wow Poets December 6, 7pm – 9pm At The ACT Theatre, Maple Ridge

‘Tis The Season Tea December 7, 2pm Visit Chartwell Willow Retirement Community and enjoy this free community event.

Includes refreshments and entertainment!!

All are welcome!

12275 224th St, Maple Ridge Call Wendy for more info 604466-8602 Adult Christmas Celebration December 7, 7pm - 8:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd A Time to Remember Hosted

by Ridge Meadows Hospice Society December 7, 7pm St. George’s Anglican Church 23500 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge A candle-lit evening to celebrate the life of those we are missing over the holidays With a Performance by Maple Ridge Choral Society Phone: 604-463-7722 / www. ridgemeadowshospicesociety. com Chamber of Commerce Annual Christmas Luncheon December 8, 11:15am 2:30pm At Pitt Meadows Golf Club, 13615 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows Contact Tami Main, 604-457-4599

Ridge Meadows Ex-Service Women’s Christmas Lunch December 8, Noon Held in the Lounge at RCL Branch #88, 12101 224 Street, Maple Ridge For info and tickets call Margaret: 604-467-4082 Night Time Tales: Christmas Countdown December 8, 6:45pm - 7:15pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd Family Movie Afternoon December 9, 3:30pm - 5:30pm Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd LANGLEY UKULELE ENSEMBLE Presents their CHRISTMAS CONCERT December 10, 7pm At Haney Presbyterian Church 11858 -216th Street, Maple Ridge Tickets: $20 Maple Ridge Choral Society Annual Christmas Concert December 11, 3pm At Maple Ridge Christian Reformed Church, 20245 Dewdney Trunk Rd For information, contact Isabelle Wegener: 604-479-2649 / Art Pearson: 604-462-9813 Shred Share Stoked with Maple Ridge Youth Services December 11, 6pm - 9:30pm Greg Moore Youth Centre Charity Skate Competition for Youth by Youth Contact cgamache@mapleridge.ca

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December 2016 continued VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS. WHATSONRIDGEMEADOWS.CA B3 Kings December 11, 7:30pm Main Theatre, The ACT Maple Ridge, 11944 Haney Place Call for tickets: 604-476-2787 Lobby Nights: Songstage with Ivan Boudreau December 13, 7pm – 9pm The ACT Art Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge SPECC-tacular Productions Jack and the Beansalk An exciting Pantomime show for the whole family with popular songs, dance and humour.

December 15 &16, 7:30pm; December 17,11am, 2:30pm, 7:30pm THE ACT Maple Ridge, 11944 Haney Pl, Maple Ridge Tickets: Adults $25; Kids up to 12 and Seniors $20; Family 4-Pack $80.

604-476-2787 or www.theactmapleridge.org/buy-tickets Gift Wrapping by Donation For Ridge Meadows Hospice Society December 16-18, during Mall Hours at Haney Place Mall Volunteers are needed!

604-463-7722 / events@ ridgemeadowshospice.org / www.ridgemeadowshospicesociety.com A Celtic Christmas North Shore Celtic Ensemble December 18, 2pm Main Theatre, The ACT Maple Ridge, 11944 Haney Place Call for tickets: 604-476-2787 Christmas Worship with Carols & Candles December 18, 5pm A great service for all the family and followed with mince pies and mulled wine or coffee.

St George Maple Ridge, 23500 Dewdney Trunk Road www.stgeorgemr.org / www. facebook.com/stgeorgemr office@stgeorgemr.org / 604 463-9622 Lobby Nights: Golden Ears Writers December 20, 7pm - 9pm The ACT Art Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge

James & Jamesy Presents O Christmas Tea December 22 & 23, 7:30pm At The ACT Theatre, Maple Ridge $29.00 Adults $26.50 Seniors $15.00 Youth Call 604-476-2787 James & Jamesy is a Canadian performance company comprised of Aaron Malkin and Alastair Knowles in partnership with David MacMurray Smith.

James & Jamesy create multiaward winning theatrical performances typified by extended characters, rich emotion, and fantastical trips of the imagination. Their shows are investigations in participatory theatre that merge physical comedy, clown, and dance to create theatrical environments where audiences feel invited and compelled to participate.

Ellie King’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Presented by Royal Canadian Theatre Company December 30, 3.30 pm & 7:30pm, December 31, 3:30pm The ACT Theatre, Maple Ridge Call for tickets: 604-476-2787 New Years Eve Party with Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2831 Eagles Hall, 23461 Fern Crescent, Maple Ridge Doors Open 6pm, Buffet Dinner 6:30pm, Music and Dancing 8pm. BAR Service Tickets $45.00 For information and tickets call Dave Rodway 604-374-4074

Crib Service December 24, 4pm This service, with young families in mind, tells the story of Christmas through story and carols. The service lasts for around 45 minutes.

St George Maple Ridge, 23500 Dewdney Trunk Road www.stgeorgemr.org office@stgeorgemr.org 604-463-9622 Midnight Communion service with Christmas Carols December 24, 11pm St George Maple Ridge, 23500 Dewdney Trunk Road. www.stgeorgemr.org / www. facebook.com/stgeorgemr office@stgeorgemr.org 604-463-9622 Christmas Day Communion December 25, 10am There is nothing as exciting as going to a Church service on Christmas Day! A service of around an hour, for children and adults of all ages.

St George Maple Ridge, 23500 Dewdney Trunk Rd www.stgeorgemr.org / www. facebook.com/stgeorgemr office@stgeorgemr.org / 604 463-9622

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What’s On! Ridge Meadows Calendar for Ongoing Events! www.whatsonridgemeadows.ca Children’s Clothing Freecycle Needs donations of gently used clothing. Drop off during school hours at The Hive Neighbourhood Centre. Eric Langton Elementary, 12138 Edge Street, Maple Ridge Donate until November 24.

Artists Call For Entry Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Art Studio Tour A self-guided tour of local studios, May 13 and 14, 2017. Contact Kerry McLaren at kerrymclaren@shaw.ca artstudiotour.ca Ongoing.

Deadline for application is January 15, 2017 Blue Heron Gallery Hosts an 8 X 8 Juried Show 105, 10996 Barnston View Road, Osprey Village, Pitt Meadows www.theblueherongallery.ca November 1- 15. Opening reception November 4, 6pm - 9pm Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box Drop-Off November 14 to November 20, 10am – 4pm Maple Ridge Baptist Church, 222nd and Lougheed Hwy Call or text Barb: 778-881-9794 Christmas Kettle Campaign The Salvation Army Ridge Meadows Ministries Locations: Superstore, Meadowtown BC Liquor Store,

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Canadian Tire, Safeway, Save-On Foods 203, BuyLow Foods, WalMart, Thrifty Foods, Save-On Foods 227, London Drugs, Save-On Foods Dewdney Trunk.

Volunteer for 2 hours shifts at locations across Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows.

Contact bellringer@ saridgemeadows.com or call 604-463-8296 x104 to sign up. Monday through Saturday, 10am – 9pm, November 18 to December 24 Timberline Country Christmas Hosted by Timberline Ranch December 1 - 20. Pre-register only - $9.45 adults/$11.55 kid 2-12/Infants 0-1 free Visit: timberlineranch.com

Maple Ridge Ukelele Circle Lobby of The ACT Theatre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge Contacts: Linda O’Connell, Music Leader: portmoodyuke@gmail.com Sher Goerzen, Oganizer: sgoerzen@hotmail.com Some music Loaner packs will be available for use, some music packs will be available for purchase.

3rd Monday of the month, 7pm - 9pm

Babytime Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd Mondays, to November 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Golden Seniors Wellness Clinic, 9am - noon Maple Ridge Seniors Centre, 12150 224 Street 1st Tuesday – Optometrist 2nd Tuesday - Skincare 3rd Tuesday – Pharmacist 4th Tuesday - Alzheimer’s Society representative

Caregiver Support Group If you are providing care to a loved one, are stressed out or in need of understanding and support, you are welcome to join a group of other family caregivers. At The Library Room, Maple Ridge Seniors Centre, 12150 224th Street Email Marilyn: vcr_fv@ hotmail.com / Call Marge: 604-463-9697 Mondays, 1pm - 3pm Drop-in Tech Help Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Mondays to December 19, 2pm - 3pm Monday Night Open Mic Held at Ridge Brewing, Unit 2, 22826 Dewdney Trunk Rd Play some tunes or just hang out and listen to local music.

Sign up is on a first come firs pick basis.

Every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, 6pm - 8pm

Yoga Mondays Open Door Church, 11391 Dartford Street, Maple Ridge opendoorfamily.ca/yoga Every Monday, 7:30pm 8:45pm - By donation

Seniors Activity Group CEED Centre, 11739 223 St, Maple Ridge. Persons with dementia and their caregivers come together to share laughs, crafts, music and conversation with an occasional field trip or outdoor activity.

Tuesdays, 9:30am - 11:30am Business Card Social Meeting At Home Restaurant, 21667 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge CONTACT: Deborah Raymond 778-895-6045. Tuesdays, 9:30am – 11am, November 8, 22, December 6, 20 Storytime Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, November 8 to December 10, 10:15 10:45am

Warren’s Art Workshop CEED Centre, 11739 223 St, Maple Ridge. Artists of all abilities come together to paint and draw, sharing their love and knowledge of art.

Bring your own art supplies.

Tuesdays, 12:30pm - 3pm Drop in Chess Club At Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1pm - 5pm Maple Ridge Lapidary Club Workshops At 23750 Fern Crescent, Maple Ridge Tuesdays: 6:30pm - 9pm, jewelry Wednesdays: 6:30pm - 9pm, stone carving Fridays: 6pm - 9:30pm, all activities Workshop Fee: $2.00 per visit for members Guests are encouraged to visit on Friday evenings www.mrlclub.com The Mental Health Family & Friends Info Group Meets in the Kanaka Wing, Room 125 at Ridge Meadows Hospital Contact Ki Speer, 604-3687214 Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 6:30pm - 8pm Maple Ridge Choral Society Choir St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 12145 Laity Street, Maple Ridge 604-479-2649 / mapleridgelovestosing@gmail. com Tuesdays, 7pm Golden Ears Christian Toastmasters At Haney Presbyterian Church, 216 Street, Maple Ridge Guests are welcome Contact Julie Lane, 604-4621467, dr.julie.lane@gmail.com Tuesdays, 7:30pm - 9:30pm

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Ongoing Events continued….. www.whatsonridgemeadows.ca Performance Band Rehearsals For Maple Ridge Concert Band Perfect for those with some band instrument experience 778-887-7115 / mrcb@ telus.net / www.mrcb.ca Tuesdays, 7:30pm Baby Cafe St George Maple Ridge, 23500 Dewdney Trunk Road.

For expecting parents and new parents with babies under the age of 1. If you have a toddler they are welcome too. Plenty of toys and games for the little ones to enjoy! www.stgeorgemr.org / www. facebook.com/stgeorgemr office@stgeorgemr.org / 604-463-9622 Wednesdays, 10am - noon Community Discussion CEED Centre, 11739 223 St, Maple Ridge Informal roundtable discussions and forum, bring a topic or just listen.

Get connected to your community.

Wednesdays, 10am - Noon Babytimes Pitt Meadows Library, 12099 Harris Road Wednesdays, until December 7, 10:15am Kanaka Open Mic/Stage At Kanaka Creek Coffee, 24155 102nd Ave, Maple Ridge Call Pam for more info: 604463-6727 Wednesdays, 5pm - 7:30pm The Maple Ridge Family History Group Monthly Meeting At Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road mapleridgemuseum.org/ about-us/family-history 1st Wednesday of every month, 7pm

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Go Figure - Youth Led Support Group for Anxiety & Depression CEED Centre, 11739 223 St, Maple Ridge Youths aged 13-24 come together to share their stories in a supportive environment, and learn and practice techniques for dealing with mental health issues. Facilitated by Teesha Sharma, MHW. 1st Wednesday, 7pm; 3rd Wednesday, 6:30pm Learn Modern Square Dancing No experience needed!

All ages welcome! Held at Ridge Meadows Seniors Activity Centre, 12150 224 Street, Maple Ridge.

604-466-3337 / www. squaredancemapleridge.com.

Wednesdays, 7pm Positively Speaking Toastmasters At Maple Ridge Municipal Hall Council Chambers Wednesday evenings, 7:30pm

Adult Beginning Concert Band Rehearsals For Maple Ridge Concert Band Learn to play. No experience required 778-887-7115 / mrcb@ telus.net / www.mrcb.ca Thursdays, 7:30pm Blue Heron Toastmasters At Pitt Meadows City Hall, 12047 Harris Rd Thursday evenings, 7:30pm 9:30pm Purple Angels Memory Cafe For those with brain issues, any type of dementia, carers or those just wanting an afternoon with some laughs, fun and education.

At Sunwood Retirement Community, 224 Street, Maple Ridge Call Myrna at 604 477-9628 Every 2nd Friday from November 4, 2pm – 3:30pm

Come Write In: National Novel Writing Month Maple Ridge Library, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd Fridays, November 4 to December 2, 6pm – 8:30pm HOMINUM Fraser Valley An informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with challenges of being married, separated or single.

For information and meeting location, call Art 604-4629813 / Don 604-329-9760 Last Friday of every month Rising Star Karaoke Maple Ridge Seniors Activity Centre, 12150 224 St Saturdays, 1pm - 4pm Museum Sundays, 2pm – 4pm At Pitt Meadows Museum, 12294 Harris Rd Admission is by donation.

Visit: facebook.com/ pittmeadowsmuseum OR call 604.465.4322

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Preschool Storytime Pitt Meadows Library, 12099 Harris Road Thursdays, until December 8, 10:15am The BAMA Bluegrass and Old Time Music Jam Session At Bergthorsen’s Pitt Meadows Studio 12229 Harris Road Contact: Gordie Sadler, 604809-9814 Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, 7:30pm - 9:30pm Like to Sing? Join in!

Pitt Meadows United Church, 12109 Harris Road Call 604-465-6233 for info Thursdays, 7:30pm Intermediate Concert Band Rehearsals For Maple Ridge Concert Band Perfect for those with some band instrument experience 778-887-7115 / mrcb@ telus.net / www.mrcb.ca Thursdays, 7:30pm

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Starring Mz. Adrien & friends Saturday, March 4, 2017 Doors Open 7pm. Show at 8:30pm Pitt Meadows Heritage Hall, 12460 Harris Rd, Pitt Meadows Tickets: $50 each, includes Entertainment, Dancing and Light Refreshments A fundraiser to benefit Alouette Addiction Services Contact: 604-467-5179 / annika@alouetteaddictions.org

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Save The Date for these 2017 events!

Visit our website for more details! whatsonridgemeadows.ca The Poetic and Artistic Mystic! A Holy Wow Poets Special Show Featuring Helene Levasseur January 3, 2017. 7pm The ACT Theatre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge Opening Reception: Zoran Malinovski January 14, 2017. 2pm – 4pm. Painting & Drawing (Mixed Media).

Exhibiting through March 4th.

Art Gallery in The ACT Theatre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge Sex and the Suburbs January 21, 2017. 8pm Main Stage at the ACT Theatre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge Chinese New Year Tea January 27, 2017. 2:15pm Maple Ridge Seniors Centre 12150 224th Street Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the Reception Desk. Call 604-467-4993 for more details www.rmssseniors.org Maple Ridge Music Society Candlelight Concert Series 2016 - 2017 January 29, 2017. 2:30pm: The Core of the Pacific Baroque Orchestra March 4, 2017. 7:30pm: Harriet Krijgh – cello; Magda Amara – piano April 1, 2017. 7:30pm: Janina Fialkowska – piano At Westacres, 23575 124th Avenue in Maple Ridge Further information at: www. mapleridgemusicsociety.ca THE DRAG SHOW Starring Mz. Adrien & friends March 4, 2017. Doors Open 7pm. Show at 8:30pm Pitt Meadows Heritage Hall, 12460 Harris Rd, Pitt Meadows. Tickets: $50 each, includes Entertainment, Dancing and Light Refreshments. A fundraiser to benefit Alouette Addiction

Services. Tickets available to purchase now! Contact: 604-467-5179 / annika@ alouetteaddictions.org Clay 2017 - Fraser Valley Potters Guild March 11 to April 22, 2017 This is the second time The ACT has hosted the annual juried show of the Fraser Valley Potters Guild.

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OPENING NIGHT Hilarious story of a sports fan at the theatre (suitable for all ages). Written by Norm Foster, Directed by Ellie King Presented by The Royal Canadian Theatre Company 7.30 pm, March 24 & 25, and 3.30pm, March 25, 2017 The ACT Theatre, Maple Ridge Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows 19th Annual Art Studio Tour. May 13 & 14, 10am – 4pm. This self-guided tour of local studios offers a unique opportunity for the public to visit artists in their studios, gain insight into their creative process and work environment and provides the chance to purchase works of art directly from the artist. www.artstudiotour.ca 2017 Vistas Run For Ridge Meadows Hospice Society May 28 Kanaka Creek Regional Park Phone: 604-463-7722 / events@ ridgemeadowshospice.org www ridgemeadowshospicesociety. com

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From our observations, we are able to follow the child and determine their needs. Maria Montessori stated, “Follow the child, but follow the child as his leader.” We provide the opportunities to learn, grow, and develop in a safe and carefully prepared environment. The environment is created with the child in mind, considering both his current development and his future needs. We respect the child and his natural progression, honouring his spirit and independence.

Within the child lies the fate of the future.

Maria Montessori

uilding businesses locally.

ney and volunteer in this community!

Call or email to register:

g local supports us all.

604-460-8558 info@kinderheart.ca www.kinderheart.ca

• Trustworthy • Competent • Local

INFINITY IMMIGRATION WORKING FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR COMMUNITY

Working and living in Ridge Meadows helps us stay connected to our vibrant, diverse community. We are the only local Immigration Consultancy – and we’re committed to your success!

For individuals, helping your family and friends find their way in Canada: • Visitor Visas • Work permits • Study permits • Family and Spousal Sponsorships • Permanent Residency • Investment Immigration For Canadian employers, helping you find or retain great international talent: • Local and international recruitment advertising • Recruitment of international workers • Acquiring or extending work permits

Brenda Garcia, RCIC (604) 424-8099

brenda@infinityimmigration.com www.infinityimmigration.com

Member in good standing.

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Adrienne Dale, Eric Mollema, Sherri Robinson, Ryan Dueckman and Marcela Shockey are partners in Centra Lawyers LLP, a full service law firm serving Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Each lawyer focuses on a specific practice area, including commercial and corporate law, estate planning, probate, trusts, wills and estates, family law, family law mediation, conveyancing, real estate law, franchising, intellectual property law, trademarks, strata law and civil litigation. The lawyers have a collection of unique skills and experience that rival that of a downtown law firm.

Sherri Robinson srobinson@centralawyers.ca

Ryan Dueckman

rdueckman@centralawyers.ca

Adrienne Dale adale@centralawyers.ca

Marcela Shockey mshockey@centralawyers.ca

Eric Mollema emollema@centralawyers.ca

Centra Lawyers LLP is celebrating its first anniversary and we would like to thank all of our clients, business colleagues and referrals for their continued support and for welcoming us to the community.

Centra Lawyers LLP

#102 – 20110 Lougheed Highway Maple Ridge, V2X 2P7 www.centralawyers.ca • Phone: 604-463-8890

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