What's On! Abbotsford Nov/Dec 2015

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26th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Historic Downtown Abbotsford November 29th, 1pm - 5pm Corner of Essendene & West Railway St. Abbotsford’s Community Events, Entertainment, & Leisure Magazine Whats On! • www.whatsonabbotsford.ca www.whatsonabbotsford.ca

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60,000 people are coming,

where will they live?

As part of the City’s Official Community Plan (OCP) update named Abbotsforward, we’re planning for a city of 200,000 residents. This means growing our population by 60,000.

Abbotsforward is organized in four stages.

In Stage 1 we studied Abbotsford’s current condition and made several observations to address in the new OCP. In Stage 2 we went out into the community to hear what your vision for Abbotsford’s future is and received over 4,000 interactions!

These helped us create 7 Big Ideas that we showcased at our Big Ideas Fair in Historic Downtown on June 12 and 13.

Now in Stage 3, we’re beginning to prepare a draft OCP and we need your help again!

To make sure Abbotsford remains a great place to live with diverse jobs and many recreation opportunities, we’ll be asking you where and how we should accommodate the next 60,000 residents.

With three different ways to grow, you’ll have a chance to tell us more specifically how you want Abbotsford to evolve.

In 'BMM, look for our Road Show events with Planners in pink shirts, take an interactive Online Survey, join us on a Neighbourhood Walk and organize your own Citizen Circle!

For more information: www.abbotsforward.ca info@abbotsforward.ca

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Merry Christmas from What’s On! Abbotsford PUBLISHER’S NOTE During the last few months we have been taking time to discover all the wonderful events taking place in Abbotsford, and meeting all the local people who organize, volunteer and work hard to make the city a vibrant, busy place.

At first brush with people we would meet, we found that the conversation would often turn to the fact that they maintained nothing ever happens in Abbotsford!

We would like to send out a Happy New Year greeting to all the hard volunteers However, as we made our way around the community, and working who bring so much made contact with the folks who run various organizations and institutions, we found nothing could be further from the to the city, making it truth! Abbotsford is teeming with events, artists, performers a truly magnificent place to live and delightful diversions to keep one constantly busy. and work.

The latest edition of What’s On Magazine Abbotsford is packed with places to go and see live theatre productions, 2016 is going to brilliant. local and international musicians, artisan markets and ongoing events that happen almost every night of the month!

In September we thoroughly enjoyed discovering some unique and charming businesses in the Historic Downtown and meeting the energetic business owners who threw open their doors for the Art and Wine Walk. The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament featured bright sunny skies, and the chance to meet a number of local company owners and employees as they wound their way around the spectacular Ledgeview Golf Course.

Cory & Bronwen

The next two months are shaping up to be busier! With the arrival of the Christmas season there are so many ways to celebrate not only the holidays, but living in Abbotsford, truly a city in the country! Markets, music, live theatre performances, and visual art displays are in every corner of the community.

We wish you all a full and spectacular Christmas season, and are very excited to continue to discover the endless joys of all there is to do in Abbotsford.

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CONTENTS: Abbotsford Children’s Theatre Abbotsforward Chamber of Commerce Downtown Business Association Events Calendar Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival Fraser Valley Blues Society

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The Reach presents The Radcliffe Line and Other Geographies – Sarindar Dhaliwal October 29th – January 10th, 2016. The Reach Gallery Museum Toronto-based Sarindar Dhaliwal was born in the Punjab, India and Raise in London, England before moving to Canada in 1968.

Dhaliwal’s. Work reflects dissonance of the immigrant experience, often addressing her childhood experience and perceptions of Eastern and Western Customs. Visit www. thereach.ca for more information.

Kesh – Suvi Bains October 29th – January 10th, 2016. The Reach Gallery Museum Fraser Valley Artist Suvi Bains’ new body of work explores the outer boundaries of a personal article of faith among Sikh men – unshorn hair (kesh).

Visit www.theareach.ca for more information.

Reflections – Steve Stanczyk October 29th – January 3rd, 2016. The Reach Gallery Museum Stanczyk explores the colour relationships that can be achieved from both a traditional and experimental silkscreen process that used a photograph of light reflections as its compositional starting point. Free. Information at www.thereach.ca

NOVEMBER Glenda’s Christmas Cottage opens November 1st - December 23rd, 10am Tues - Sat, Sun 12pm – 5pm. 4557 Mt. Lehman Road www.glendaschristmas.com Discover the Dinosaurs October 31st - November 1st Tradex 1190 Cornell St www.discoverthedinosaurs.com

Fraser Valley Poets Book Launch and Blue Moon reading featuring Terry Broadworth November 2nd 32320 George Ferguson Way www.fraservalleypoets.com Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Building Loyalty Through Customer Service November 5th, 11:30am – 1:30pm at The Rancho For more Info www. abbotsfordchamber.com Lepp Farm Market Modern Holiday Feast Cooking Class With Chef Nick November 5th, 7pm Lepp Farm Market 33955 Clayburn Rd. Information and register www.leppfarmmarket.com Girls’ Night At The Museum November 6th The Reach Gallery Museum 32388 Veterans Way. Information & Register www.thereach.ca Around The World In 80 Days presented by Gallery 7 Theatre November 6th & 7th, November 11th& 14th, 7:30pm November 7th & 14th, 2pm Matinee. Abbotsford Arts Centre Tickets & Information – www. gallery7theatre.com Trades Expo November 6th & 7th, 9am – 3pm Tradex - For Information www.tradesexpo.ca Christmas Craft Fair November 6th & 7th St. Ann’s Catholic Church 33333 Mayfair Ave Power of Martial Arts November 7th & 8th Sat. 10am – 8pm / Sun. – 10am – 5pm. Tradex - For Information www.powerofmartialarts.com

Valley Cross November 8th, 9am. Mill Lake Park www.valleycross.ca Connect Now Abbotsford Lunch & Learn November 10th, 11:15am Red 21 Restaurant in Chances Playtime Casino. 30835 Peardonville Road. Register www. connectnowbusinessnetwork.com Remembrance Day Ceremonies November 11th, parade at 10:30am, ceremony at 11am Thunderbird Square, Veterans’ Way www.legion.ca Lepp Farm Market Viva La Italia with Chef Nick November 12th, 7pm. Lepp Farm Market 33955 Clayburn Rd Information and register www.leppfarmmarket.com The Reach presents Brendan Fernandes: The Writing Dance November 12th, 6pm – 9pm Admission by Donation For information & register www.thereach.ca Connect Now Abbotsford Social Smart Set with Jennifer Henczel & Laurie Ashleigh November 12th Red 21 Restaurant in Chances Playtime Casino. 30835 Peardonville Road. Register www connectnowbusinessnetwork.com

Friday Night Jam with the Fraser Valley Blues Society November 13th, 7:30pm – 11:30pm. Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene www.fraservalleyblues.com The Reach presents Artist Talk & Dance Performance with Brendan Fernandes November 13th, 6pm – 9pm For information & register www.thereach.ca 3rd Annual Christmas Market At The Ramada November 13th & 14th, Friday 5pm – 9pm; Saturday 10am – 4pm. Ramada 36035 N. Parallel Road The Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market November 14th & 15th Tradex 1190 Cornell Street For More Information www. theoldefarmhouse.ca Cookie Decorating with Santa and Mrs. Claus November 14th & 15th, Glenda’s Christmas Cottage 4557 Mt Lehman Rd www.glendaschristmas.com

UFV Theatre Department presents Argonautika by Mary Zimmerman November 12th, 13th, 19th - 21st, 26th- 28th, 7:30pm. November 15th, 22nd, 29th, 2pm. November 17th, 25th, Noon. 45635 Yale Road Experience the magic and the power of one of the world’s greatest stories In this stunning stage adaption of the Voyage of Jason and The Argonauts, and their quest for the Golden Fleece.

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Fraser Valley Symphony presents “The Nutcracker” November 15th, 3pm Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 323155 South Fraser Way For Tickets & Information – www. fraservalleysymphony.com Tel – 604-744-9110 Fraser Valley Poets presents Fraser Valley Open Mic Poetry Night November 16th, 6:30pm 32320 George Ferguson Way Information – www. fraservalleypoets.com Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Good Morning Abbotsford – Stop Lecturing Start Communicating November 19th, 8am – 9:30am Phoenix Ballroom For More Info visit www. abbotsfordchamber.com Abbotsford Senior Secondary School Hair Design Class Design By Music November 19th, 7pm Abbotsford Arts Centre An evening of creative hair designs from Contemporary to fantasy. Tickets available at the school or at the door.

Lepp Farm Market Cooking Classes: Modern Thai Cuisine with Chef Hyam November 19th, 7pm Lepp Farm Market 33955 Clayburn Road Information and register www. leppfarmmarket.com Little Big Town November 19th, 7:30pm Abbotsford Centre For More Info & Tickets visit www.abbotsfordcentre.ca West Coast Christmas Show November 20th – 22nd Fri. 12pm – 9pm / Sat. 10am – 6pm / Sun. 10am – 5pm Tradex 1190 Cornell Street For More Information, www. westcoastchristmasshow.com

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Team Canada Showcase A Fundraiser for Canada Tap Team November 20th, 6pm Abbotsford Arts Centre Canada Tap Team prepares for the World Championships in Germany. Tickets at Jazz Ma Tazz, Dance Box, Limbers Dancewear and at the door The Great H2O Slide November 21st Matsqui Recreation Centre 3106 Clearbrook Rd Sports Day in Canada November 21st Abbotsford Recreation Centre Fraser Valley Blues Society presents Jason Buie November 21st, 7pm Eagles Hall 33868 Essendene Ave www.fraservalleyblues.com Celtic Tenors November 21st, 7pm Gateway Church, 2884 Abbotsford/Mission Highway Call Calvin Dyck at 604-855-9696

Pro-D Day Workshop November 27th, 9am-3pm EcoDairy - 1356 Sumas Way info@ecodairy.ca Warren Miller Ski Movie November 27th, 7pm Abbotsford Arts Centre Tickets available at Tourism Abbotsford and at the door. (Cash only) Cornerstone’s 3rd Annual Christmas Fair November 28th, 9am - 3pm Cornerstone 3970 Gladwin Rd Bernie and Red: 50th Anniversary Concert November 29th, 2pm Matsqui Centennial Auditorium For more info call 604.853.1711 16th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting November 29th, 1pm - 5pm Corner of Essendene and West Railway St www.downtownabbotsford.com

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Royal City Youth Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” November 22nd, 1pm & 4pm Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way Information and Tickets www.abbotsfordartscentre – 604-521-7290

Abbotsford Education and Career Fair December 1st, 9am – 3pm Tradex 1190 Cornell Street For More Information www. educationcareerfairs.com

Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce 20th Annual Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards November 26th, 5:30pm – 9:30pm Tradex - For More Info visit www.abbotsfordchamber.com

Lepp Farm Market Cooking Classes: Cooking With Top Chef Finalist Trevor Bird December 2nd, 7pm Lepp Farm Market 33955 Clayburn Rd Information and register www.leppfarmmarket.com

Lepp Farm Market Cooking Classes: From Scratch Soups & Broth with Chef Nick November 26th, 7pm Lepp Farm Market 33955 Clayburn Rd Information and register www. leppfarmmarket.com

Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce: Business After Business December 3rd, 4:30pm – 7pm Sandman Abbotsford Airport For More Info www. abbotsfordchamber.com

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Abbotsford Arts Council presents Christmas Market At High Street December 4th – 5pm – 9pm December 5th – 11am – 7pm December 6th – 11am – 4pm High Street, 3122 Mt. Lehman Road. For Further info – www. abbotsfordartscouncil.com The Valley Concert Society presents “A Strad Christmas” With Jasper Wood & David Riley December 4th, 7:30pm Matsqui Centennial Auditorium Tickets and Information www. valleyconcertsociety.com 604289-3377 North Pole BC December 5th – 6th; 12th - 13th; 19th – 23rd Tradex 1190 Cornell Street For Information & Times – www.northpolebc.com

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25th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Historic Downtown Abbotsford Hard to believe that the Christmas season is upon us. It seems like just yesterday we were holding a Kazoo sing-a-long at the 25th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Historic Downtown Abbotsford. What started out as a shared dream of three friends and Aldermen of the Village of Abbotsford has turned into a long-standing and multigenerational tradition for so many families.

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Take some time to stroll through all the great boutiques and stores in the downtown while you attend the event.

Make it a Shop Local Christmas! Tons of unique and wonderful gifts for everyone on your Christmas list.

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FOLLOW OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER F - WHATSONABBOTSFORD T - @WHATSONABBY Submit events for FREE to whatsonabbotsford@gmail.com All events submitted that are in Abbotsford and open to the public will be included in the events calendar, at www.whatsonabbotsford.ca, on facebook and twitter.

Straiton Community Christmas Party/Brunch With Santa December 6th, 11am Straiton Community Hall, 4698 Sumas Mountain Rd. Brunch tickets are $5 and in addition to brunch, tickets include a small gift & candy cane from Santa for the kids. Tickets will be presold at BigFoot Moccasin in Abbotsford (Hazel & George Ferguson Way). Only presold tickets guarantee full brunch, gift and candy cane. Join us for the Christmas Party (coincides with brunch) at no charge. Just enjoy the festive atmosphere and visit with community members– bring a goody to share. For More Information Contact: 604-8524278 Cirque Musica December 6th, 7:30pm Abbotsford Centre For More Info & Tickets visit www.abbotsfordcentre.ca Ugly Christmas Sweater Skate December 7th Matsqui Recreation Centre 3106 Clearbrook Rd Connect Now Business Network Annual Christmas Party December 8th, 6:30pm – 10pm Phoenix Lounge, 33780 King Road Information www. connectnowbusinessnetwork.com Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce: Chamber Luncheon – Mayor Henry Braun December 10th, 11:30am – 1:30pm Ramada Plaza & Conference Centre For more Info www. abbotsfordchamber.com Friday Night Jam with the Fraser Valley Blues Society December 11th, 7:30pm – 11:30pm Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene www.fraservalleyblues.com

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A Blue Christmas December 11th, 7pm Gateway Church, 2884 Abbotsford/Mission Hwy Call Calvin Dyck 604-855-9696 Abbotsford Children’s Theatre presents The Nutcracker December 11th, 7pm and December 12th, 1pm Matsqui Centennial Auditorium Tickets & info at www. abbotsfordchildrenstheatre.org Joy Vox Community Choir & Voce Destino present Sourrounded by Holiday Music!

December 11th & 12th, 7pm Matsqui Lutheran Church 5781 Riverside St. Tickets $15.00 and are available at Kings Music, #114-2669 Langdon Street, Abbotsford & Pantry Natural Foods, 33051 1st Ave, Mission (Advanced Tickets Only) Old Fashioned Breakfast With Santa December 12th MSA Museum, 2313 Ware Street www.msamuseum.ca Abbotsford Learning Plus Society Christmas Tree December 15th, 11am Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 2499 McMillan. Free Event Connect Now: Women Now December 17th, 6:30pm Phoenix Lounge 33780 King Road www.facebook.com/ fraservalleybusiness/events www.meetup.com/Fraser-ValleyBusiness-Network Gallery 7 Theatre & Pacific Theatre present ‘Christmas Presence ‘ December 19th, 8pm Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way Tickets and Information – www.gallery7theatre.com Abbotsford Legion General Meeting December 19th, 10am Legion 2513 West Railway More Information – www. abbylegion.ca 604-853-1711

MRC Pool Grand Re-Opening December 20th. Matsqui Recreation Cente 3106 Clearbrook Rd Light December 21st, 2pm & 7pm South Abbotsford Church, 32424 Huntingdon Road Call Calvin Dyck 604-855-9696 Christmas Workshop December 22nd & 23rd, 9am3pm. EcoDairy - 1356 Sumas Way info@ecodairy.ca Winter Workshop December 29th & 30th, 9am-3pm EcoDairy - 1356 Sumas Way info@ecodairy.ca Abbotsford Legion presents Hong Kong Cowboy December 31st. Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway. For more information www.abbylegion.ca or call 604-853-1711

RECURRING EVENTS Flea Market Sundays, 6am - 4pm. Abbotsford Exhibition Grounds 32470 Haida Dr www.abbotsfordfleamarket.com Suburban Swing Sundays, 8:30am - 11pm ASAA Hall, 33889 Essendene Ave www.suburbanswing.com The Abbotsford Legion hosts weekly breakfasts Sundays, 8:30am – 11:30am Abbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Information www.abbylegion.ca Kids Club events Tuesdays, 10am - 11am Sevenoaks Shopping Centre www.shopsevenoaks.com/events Connect Now Business Network 3rd Tuesday of each month Coffee Mixer featuring Connect Now Leaders Linda Berti & Caryn Zimmerman Sumas Mountain Coffee, 1A – 32750 George Ferguson Way Information www. connectnowbusinessnetwork.ca

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Abbotsford Arts Council Drawing Sessions with Fraser Valley Graphic Guild 4th Tuesday of the month, 7pm – 9pm. Kariton Art Gallery, 2387 Ware St. www. abbotsfordartscouncil.com for info Guys Nite (12 yrs – 16 yrs Boys) Tuesdays, October 20th – December 8th, 7pm – 8:30pm Activities are at various community locations. Come out and play. Laser Tag, Corn Maze, Skating and more! Guys Nite is a recreational program that introduces Guys to a variety of activities in the community. www.abbyyouth.com for more info Carpet Bowling Tuesdays and Thursdays Garden Park Tower - 2825 Clearbrook Rd More info call 604.853.5532

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20th Annual Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards Thursday, November 26 • 5:30pm • Tradex Tickets $75 each or table of 8 for $575 (plus GST) Purchase your tickets online at abbotsfordchamber.com or by calling the Chamber Office at 604-859-9651 The Business Excellence Awards recognizes outstanding organizations and individuals in Abbotsford that strive for excellence in our community.

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• City of Abbotsford Economic Development • KPMG Enterprise • Prospera Credit Union • The Rotary Clubs of Abbotsford • Scotiabank

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Business Matters Small business in B.C. makes up almost one third of the province’s economy. As a result, it is imperative that the needs and concerns of this important sector are represented to senior levels of government when creating legislation and policy affecting the business community.

As the “Voice of Business” it is imperative that we communicate on a continuous basis with municipal, regional, provincial and federal levels of government and act as an advocate, not just for our members, but on behalf of all business in the community.

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These are just a few examples of action taken by the Abbotsford Chamber in its role as an advocate for business. Moving forward, the Chamber is working on a number of initiatives to create more engagement with members to identifying priority concerns and effective solutions to enhance the success of business in Abbotsford.

Starting in October, watch for a new monthly Chamber publication titled “BUSINESS MATTERS”, which will discuss issues and ideas affecting business and detail the current advocacy activities of the Abbotsford Chamber.

Allan Asaph, Executive Director, Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce

More recently, the Chamber vigorously opposed preliminary changes to local ridings recommended by the Provincial Electoral Boundaries Commission.

Our detailed submission to the Commission, which was echoed by the City and other stakeholders in the community, resulted in changes in the Final Report that will preserve our strong local representation in Victoria.

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Business After Business

Chamber Luncheon

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Date: November 19th Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Date: December 3rd Time: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Whether you are networking, giving a presentation or making a pitch, public speaking is an essential skill for business professionals. Stop Lecturing Start Communicating addresses the fundamental skill of connecting with your audience, clients and prospects, by giving you the tools you need to deliver your message effectively - every time!

Led by presentation skills trainer and author Maria Gallo, you’ll learn: • the important difference between lecturing and communicating • how public speaking skills apply to networking, presenting and pitching • how to connect with your audience Location: Phoenix Ballroom (33780 King Road Abbotsford) *Pre registration required Visit www.abbotsfordchamber.com

Come and see the NEW Sandman Hotel Abbotsford Airport!

The Business After Business mixer is the best way to make connections within the Abbotsford business community. Bring your business cards and be ready to network with your fellow members! * Socialize over drinks & appetizers! * A chance to win door prizes! * Make business connections!

Event Location: 3010 Mt. Lehman Road, Abbotsford *Pre registration required Visit www.abbotsfordchamber.com

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Event Location: Ramada Plaza & Conference Centre, (36035 North Parallel Road, Abbotsford) *Pre registration required Visit www.abbotsfordchamber.com

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Abbotsford Learning Plus Society Classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 22nd – December 10th, 10:30am. Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 2499 McMillan Road. Abbotsford Learning Plus Society is a nonprofit organization, Open to participants of all ages, although most of our members are seniors.

We hold two-hour leisure classes covering many topics with a variety of Presents. $5 Fee. For more information www. learningplus.ca or 778-808-7377 The Reach presents C3 Culture, Coffee & Cookies Wednesdays, 10:30am - 11:30am The Reach Gallery Museum Enjoy weekly stimulating onehour cultural presentation in a relaxed, social setting.

Register at 604-864-8087 Ext. 0 / Information www.theareach.ca Storytime Wednesdays, 10:30am - 11:30am Abbotsford Community Library 33355 Bevan Ave www.fvrl.bc.ca AYC Drop In Basketball Wednesdays, 8pm – 10pm Abbotsford Middle School All skill levels are welcome to come out and shoot hoops.

More Info at www.abbyyouth.com AYC Girls Nite Out Wednesdays, October 14th – December 9th, 7pm – 8:30pm NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 11th Mondays, October 19th – December 8th, 7pm – 8:30pm Activities are held at various locations. Corn Maze, Dance, Laser Tag and more. Girls Nite Out Encourages girls to try new activities as a fun way to practice Healthier living. More Info at www.abbyyouth.com AYC Drop In Floor Hockey Thursdays, September 24th, 3:30pm – 5:30pm Ag-Rec Centre

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More Info at www.abbyyouth.com Fraser Valley Needlearts Guild Evening Meeting Thursdays, 6:30pm - 9:30pm Upstairs meeting room at SaveOn-Foods, #101 - 1888 North Parallel Rd Contact for more info: fvngbc@ gmail.com Karaoke Every Friday night, 7:30-11:30pm Abbotsford Legion For more info: 604-853-1711 or visit website @ www. abbylegion.ca

international DJ’sin the Electronic Music world.

More info at www.emengy.com Meat Draw Every Saturday, 2-5pm Abbotsford Legion For more info 604-853-1711, or email abbylegion15@shaw. ca, or visit our website @ www. abbylegion.ca Kept in Stitches Saturdays, 1pm - 3pm Abbotsford Community Library 33355 Bevan Ave www.fvrl.bc.ca

Fish & Chips 1st Friday of the month, 5pm 7pm Abbotsford Legion For more info 604-853-1711, or email abbylegion15@shaw. ca, or visit our website @ www. abbylegion.ca Free Dinner Nights One Friday a month at both youth centres, the AYC provides a free dinner.

Dinners are sit down family style and include great dinner conversation.

Youth help with set up, cooking, cleaning and serving.

Dates and time can be found at www.abbyyouth.com AYC Open Gym (12 – 18 yrs) Saturdays, 7:30pm – 10:30pm ARC Youth Centre at ARC More info at www.abbyyouth.com The Abbotsford Flying Club Meets 2nd Saturdays of each month, 7:30am – 4:30pm Abbotsford Flying Club, 30540 Approach Drive Contact Steve Head at 604-7030360 System Sessions Saturdays, Doors at 9pm – 1am Foundation Bar in Abbotsford Powered by Emengy The nights feature both local and

GAIL HANSLO

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• 2-hour Consultations • Colour Co-ordinating • Design - Advice - Assistance • Commercial and Residential • Renovations - Construction • Decorating - Furnishings

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Enjoy the Comedy & Music of What’s On at Legion Branch 15 Remembrance Day Ceremonies November 11th, parade at 10:30am, ceremony at 11am Thunderbird Square, Veterans’ Way Abbotsford Legion General Meeting December 19th, 10am Nov 21, 10 am (Branch Elections) The Abbotsford Legion and Ladies Auxiliary hosts weekly breakfasts Sundays, 8:30am – 11:30am and Fish & Chips on the 1st Friday of every month 5pm - 7pm children are welcome

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #15 - ASM Abbotsford 2513 West Railway St. Abbotsford, BC V2S 2E5 Phone 604-853-1711 • www.abbylegion.ca email: abbylegion15@shaw.ca

BERNIE & RED Help He elp celebrate celebrrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary A Special Benefit Concert for the Royal Canadian Legion. Abbotsford.

Matsqui Auditorium, 32315 S Fraser Way. Abbotsford.

2pm Sunday November 29th 2015 Tickets ($10) available from Royal Canadian Legion.

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Abbotsford, between the hours of noon & 6pm, 7 days a week.

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Joy Vox Community Choir and Voce Destino present

Surrounded by Holiday Music!

Friday, December 11 and Saturday, December 12th Starts 7pm Matsqui Lutheran Church, 5781 Riverside St. Matsqui Village

TW Excavating Ltd Over 27 years pushing dirt in the Fraser Valley and still pushing strong!

Tickets $15.00 and are available at Kings Music, #114-2669 Langdon Street, Abbotsford & Pantry Natural Foods, 33051 1st Ave, Mission (Advanced Tickets Only)

Event Sponsors: Stepping Stone Music Co., The District of Mission Proceeds from this event support the Christmas Bureau

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Rocky Lawrence the Consummate Blues Man Contributing Writer: Greg Keffer, Fraser Valley Blues Society • Photo: Dianne Dunklau

Rocky Lawrence is the walking, talking reincarnation of the great delta blues guitarist Robert Johnson.

Rocky began his musical journey at the age of nine when his parents bought him a beat up old trumpet. His parents were music lovers and throughout his childhood, the sounds of Louis Armstrong and gospel TXHHQ 0DKDOLD -DFNVRQ À OOHG WKHLU KRPH 5RFN\ JDYH XS WKH WUXPSHW when he fell in love with the electric guitar.

Rocky quickly made a reputation for himself as an accomplished and LQQRYDWLYH HOHFWULF EOXHV JXLWDULVW +H Ă€ UVW IHOO XQGHU WKH VSHOO RI -LPP\ Hendrix and then went on to pursue the musical styling of Muddy Waters, Hubert Sumlin and Johnny “Clydeâ€? Copeland.

He abandoned his electric guitar and began a new musical direction on acoustic guitar. He forged a style reminiscent of Son House and Lonnie Johnson born from his close association with Hubert Sumlin. Rocky then began an eight year gig, playing backup guitar for David “Honeyboy�

Edwards, recognised as being the last surviving bluesman of the Robert Johnson era.

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If you get an opportunity to see Rocky Lawrence, sit down and be prepared for a blues experience you will never forget.

To explore live blues music options in the Abbotsford area, check out the Fraser Valley Blues Society website: http://FraserValleyBlues.com or Facebook page: http://Facebook.com/FraserValleyBluesSociety

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DOWNTOWN Martin’s Downtown is in one of Mission historic buildings that has undergone many changes over the years.

Built in 1929 it was the original Mission Town Hall and was used as such until 1974 when it was renovated and has since housed PDQ\ JRRG UHVWDXUDQWV 0DUWLQ¡V 'RZQWRZQ¡V DWPRVSKHUH LV VW\OLVK VRSKLVWLFDWHG ZDUP DQG ZHOFRPLQJ VRIWO\ OLW WKH DLU ÀOOHG with beautiful music, with the distinct sound of a martini shaker in the background. Kerry & Laurel Martin invite you to be their guest for Classic Cuisine at Martin’s Downtown.

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REMEMBRANCE DAY November 11th The poppy IS:

The poppy is NOT:

• A symbol of Remembrance and hope • Worn by millions of people • Red because of the natural colour of field poppies

• A symbol of death or a sign of support for war • A reflection of politics or religion • Red to reflect the colour of blood

Wearing a poppy is a personal choice and reflects individual and personal memories. It is not compulsory but is greatly appreciated by those it helps – our beneficiaries: those currently serving in our Armed Forces, veterans, and their families and dependants.

Join Us for our Remembrance Day service being held at Thunderbird Square, Veterans’ Way, November 11th, parade to start around 10:30; Remembrance Service begins at 11am.

Please support the 2015 Poppy Campaign Our mission is to serve Veterans, which includes serving military and RCMP members and their families; to promote Remembrance; and to serve our communities and our country.

The Legion is a big part of many communities. Legion members volunteer their time to help local Veterans and charitable organizations. We’re here to help.

The Legionnaires of Abbotsford are proud of their accomplishments and their service to our Veterans in our community.

The executive and membership of the Abbotsford Legion would like to extend an invitation to everyone to come visit us. Find out first-hand what today’s Legion is all about and how you can help us.

To see What’s On at Branch 15, please refer to the recurring events section of this magazine.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #15 - Abbotsford, Sumas, Matsqui Abbotsford 2513 West Railway St. Abbotsford, BC V2S 2E5 Phone 604-853-1711 • www.abbylegion.ca email: abbylegion15@shaw.ca

Being married to a member of the Canadian Air Force opens up your world to many exciting experiences, places and people. With the numerous deployments, postings and changes that occur, I found myself moved to Ontario with my husband and two young children, missing two things in my life: my career as a Special Education teacher and the Northern Lights in Alberta. It was this day in 1996 that the concept of Northern Lights Learning Center was born.

learn; all key aspects of a successful student. Many of these students include adults up- grading their education for career changes and at-risk students of all ages.

Outside agencies such as Social Services, Indian Affairs, the Canadian and British Governments and BC Autism Funding have referred and supported many of these students in their endeavors to succeed academically.

Northern Lights Learning Center provides educational support for all levels of students, K-Adult, offering affordable tutoring programs in the areas of Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Readiness Skills, Basic Math, Pre-Algebra, Times Tables, Special Education, Since then, it has moved from province to province, *(' :ULWLQJ (VVD\ )RUPDW 2UJDQL]DWLRQDO 6NLOOV DV ZHOO Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan, back to Alberta, and as extensive programming with ADD/ADHD students. Ă&#x20AC; QDOO\ DIWHU UHWLULQJ IURP WKH &DQDGLDQ )RUFHV DIWHU ,Q DGGLWLRQ ZH DVVLVW WKUHH RWKHU ORFDO QRQ SURĂ&#x20AC; W 30 years, it has made its way here permanently to RUJDQL]DWLRQV DQG KHOS WR VSRQVRU ORFDO EXVLQHVVHV DW QR Abbotsford, BC. Since that day almost 20 years ago, cost, as we believe that giving back to the community is Northern Lights Learning Center has grown and gained an important aspect of any business owner. a sound reputation of high academic standing among many schools resulting in referrals from their principals, I hold a 4 year Bachelor of Education Degree from the teachers, counsellors as well as college administrators. 8QLYHUVLW\ RI $OEHUWD DQG DP D SHUPDQHQWO\ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC; HG Over 1000 students have passed through our doors, each Special Education teacher with 30 years of experience.

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December 1st & 2nd, 7pm Clarke Theatre 33700 Prentis Ave, Mission Tickets $18.00 - available at Valhalla Pure, LifeCycles, Western Canoeing and Kayaking in Abbotsford, Wentings in Mission, and Mt. Waddingtons in Chilliwack

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Abbotsford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre Presents

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The Golden Tree Written by Bronwen Sutherland Local artists Dean and Christina Lauze generously opened their studio to a group of avid fans, including me, during the summer to witness the progress of The Golden Tree. This dynamic duo are well known for their unique and powerful work, including the 2013 piece, The Alarm, a PRQXPHQW WR % & Ã&#x20AC; UHÃ&#x20AC; JKWHUV ORVW LQ WKH OLQH RI GXW\ 7KH *ROGHQ 7UHH ZDV FRPPLVVLRQHG DV D Ã&#x20AC; WWLQJ OHJDF\ WR Ã&#x20AC; IW\ WZR \HDU ROG $PDUMLW .DXU %DO \HDU ROG 6XNKYLQGHU .DXU 3XQLD DQG \HDU ROG 6DUEMLW .DXU 6LGKX NLOOHG LQ D WUDJLF YHKLFOH DFFLGHQW DV WKH\ ZHUH EHLQJ WUDQVSRUWHG WR ZRUN DW D ORFDO IDUP ,W DOVR VHUYHV DV D PRQXPHQW WR DOO IDUP ZRUNHUV ZKR KDYH EHHQ NLOOHG RU VHULRXVO\ LQMXUHG ZKLOH ZRUNLQJ WR SXW IRRG RQ RXU WDEOHV , ZDV FRPSOHWHO\ XQSUHSDUHG IRU WKH EUHDWKWDNLQJ TXDOLW\ RI WKH SLHFH VWDQGLQJ DW IHHW KLJK ZLWK JOHDPLQJ JROG OLPEV VWUHWFKLQJ LQWR D FDQRS\ of iridescent, green leaves and glossy, metallic apples. The twisting trunk PHUJHV LQWR VXEWOH IHPDOH IRUPV D SRZHUIXO V\PERO RI WKH IDUPZRUNHUV whose lives were cut so short.

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What’s On! in the Community

Take a photo of yourself holding the Nov / Dec What’s On! Abbotsford Magazine and see yourself in print and online!

What’s On! Abbotsford enjoyed meeting all of the golfers that participated in the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament at Ledgeview Golf Course on September 11th.

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Troy and Devin from Grant Thornton with Mark Ferguson (CBI Oasis Heal th) and Duncan Sanderson (CDN Resource Laboratories)

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Craig Simpson - Ramada Plaza Hote l; Daniel Laverick - Ramada Plaza Hote l; Craig Nichols and; Bill Tavares – Tradex.

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