Library to host Don Hunter in author reading
Don Hunter will be giving an author reading on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fort Langley Library.
Hunter will be reading from his latest novel, Cooper and The Queen.
Hunter, a career journalist and long time B.C. writer, began writing for The Province newspaper in 1969, eventually becoming senior columnist of "Out and About". He also freelanced for the Star Weekly, and many other magazines and newspapers in North America and abroad.
A personal memoir of teaching in northern B.C. led to the movie and miniseries drama "9B" in 1989. He has conducted numerous readings and workshops. His other publications include: Incident at Willow Creek; Spinner’s Inlet; and Sasquatch/Bigfoot, The Search for North America’s Incredible Creature with Rene Dahinden.
Phone 604-888-0722 or visit the Fort Langley Library to register.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Pysanky Workshops - Ukrainian Women’s Association, Surrey branch, host workshops in the art of pysanky, the Ukrainian easter egg on Thursday evenings, March 1, 8 and 15, from 6:45 to 9 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 - 108 Ave., Surrey. Each session $13. Pick the date of your choice, or attend all three. To register or for info: 604-596-2048.
Céilidh Down Home Kitchen Party - Valentine-themed evening on Thursday, February 16 from 7 to 10 p.m. Enjoy traditional music, song and dance at St. Andrew’s United Church, 9025 Glover Rd., Fort Langley. Tickets at door $5, includes snacks. Info: www.standrewsfortlangley.ca
Abbotsford Genealogical Society - meeting Wednesday, Feb. 22 at Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way. Doors open 1 p.m., meeting starts 1:30 p.m. (Please note that this is a day and time change for this meeting only). Lorene Lyle will be speaking on “Immigration and Migration.” Everyone welcome. Info: see www.abbygs.ca
Ukrainian Soul Food – Perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch available on Friday, Feb. 24 at a fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 - 108 Ave, Surrey. Eat-in, take away, or ready for your freezer. Info: 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313.
Historic Boot Camp & Historic Half Marathon - Feb. 18-19, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada, 23433 Mavis Ave. Visitors of all ages will enjoy tug-of-war and Sto:lo Strength Games. On Sunday, cheer on thousands of runners in the Historic Half-Marathon as they cross the most prestigious finish line in B.C. Full Barrel Café open until 4 p.m. Info: www.tryevents.ca or call 604-513-4777.
Don Hunter Author Reading - Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fort Langley Library. Hunter will be reading from his latest novel, Cooper and The Queen. Phone 604-888-0722 or visit the Fort Langley Library to register.
Grant Lawrence: Adventures In Solitude - popular CBC host Grant Lawrence gives a slideshow presentation and reading featuring his bestselling book, Adventures in Solitude: What Not to Wear to a Nude Potluck and Other Stories from Desolation Sound, at Muriel Arnason Library, Wednesday, Feb. 15, 7-8 p.m. To register for this free program, please call 604-532-3590, or visit 20338 – 65 Ave.
Infant & Child Loss Remembrance Mass - and Teddy Bear Tea, Sat., Feb. 18 at St. Nicholas Parish, 20675 - 87 Ave., Langley. Mass 1 p.m., “Teddy Bear Tea” reception to follow. Celebrate the lives of all children who have died at any age. Bereaved parents, relatives and friends of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome. Families can light a candle and enter the names of their children in the ‘Little Book of Life’. Visit www.littlelightofheaven.com for more info.
Wix Brown Elementary 50th Birthday Celebration - at 23851 – 24 Ave., Langley, on Thursday, March 1. School performances at 1–1:45 p.m. The school will be open to visitors from 1 to 4 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Info, or to RSVP, contact the school at 604-534-5633.
Adult Chess - at Aldergrove Library March 14, April 11, May 9, June 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and it is free. If you have a board or timer bring it. Please know how to play; if it has been years that is ok. Info: contact Rand Walker (rand.walker@fvrl.bc.ca). Aldergrove Library, 26770 - 29 Ave., phone 604-856-6415.
Parent Child Mother Goose Program - Saturdays, Feb. 18 to Mar. 10, 11-11:45 a.m. at City of Langley Library (604-514-2855). Bring your baby aged 6 months to 2.5 years, and join a four week session of Sign, Say and Play! These classes are an excellent way to practice signing. Once a week we will get together, sing songs, read, dance, and learn new signs. You will get encouragement, instruction and one on one support from a qualified instructor.
Jay And The Americans - Friday, Feb. 24 at Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley (604-530-2211). Tickets $50 at www.ticketweb.ca and Casino Guest Services.
The Yardbirds - Saturday, April 14 at Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley (604-530-2211). Tickets $52.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at www.ticketweb.ca and Casino Guest Services.
Buffy Sainte-Marie - Mission Folk Music Festival presents on Sunday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets $35 advance online at http://www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca/event/buffy-sainte-marie/; $40 at the door.
Really Rod - tribute to Rod Stewart, Friday, March 2 at Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley (604-530-2211). Tickets $27.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at www.ticketweb.ca and Casino Guest Services
Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security - representative from Service Canada in an informative seminar about various benefits under each program on Saturday, March 10, 2-3 p.m. at City of Langley Library, 20399 Douglas Cres. You will learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation and how to contact the right people to assist. Call to reserve a seat: 604-514-2855.
Luisa Marshall – Simply The Best, a tribute to Tina Turner, on Sunday, Feb. 26 at the Coast Capital Playhouse, White Rock. Tickets $39.50 (plus facility fee, service charges) at Coast Capital Playhouse Box Office (604-536-7535) or Online at www.whiterockplayers.ca
Mom’s Morning Out - a morning at which you can discuss your concerns and challenges, and share your ideas & solutions with other moms. Join us, meet new friends, take a well-deserved break, learn new things, and just plain have fun. Mornings always include free nursery and free preschool program, coffee, refreshments, open discussion, and a variety of DIY projects, guests and demonstrations. This free program takes place each Tuesday morning from 9-11:30 a.m. (latecomers still welcomed) at Aldergrove Alliance Church, 26291 - 28 Ave. Info: 604-856-3447.
Singalong Songfests - join in or listen while the A-Tones celebrate “the old tunes” with singalong songfests in Abbotsford, Mondays, 1-3 p.m. All ages, genders and ethnicities are welcome. Song lyrics are provided. Sessions include pop songs from the past, gospel, folk music, blues, country, standards, old-timers and requests. Seasonal and holiday songs as the dates dictate. Instruments are invited (piano & organ available) at the ASA Drop-in Centre, on Cyril St. Info: Ed, 604-853-8624 or e-mail songbag@bigstring.com
Langley Amateur Radio Association - meets first Thursday of month (unless otherwise advised) at 7 p.m. at Brookswood Firehall #5, 20355 32nd Ave., Langley. Coffee and sweets provided. Info, email: Don dondee@shaw.ca
Knitting Circle - Aldergrove Library, 1st and 3rd Thursdays of month, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Dec. 1. Feeling at loose ends? Why not gather up your project and join other adult knitters who are open to learning and sharing ideas. You’ll be glad you did.
Fraser Valley Woodworkers Guild - meets on the first Wednesday of the month to share ideas, expertise and experience. Check www.fvwwg.ca for time, location.
Aldergrove Art Club - every Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 St. Everyone welcome. Info: 604-856-8349.
TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a non profit weight loss support, group meets Monday night in Aldergrove. Info: Susan at 604-856-1138.
The Northern Pikes - perform Friday, Feb. 10 at Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley (604-530-2211). Tickets $32.50 at www.ticketweb.ca and Casino Guest Services.
Abbotsford Quilters Guild - meets 2nd Tuesday monthly at Ross Road Community Church, 3160 Ross Rd. Meetings at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Info: www.abbotsfordquilters.org
Square Dancing - Langley’s Murrayville Hall, 21667 - 48 Ave. on Sundays at 1 p.m. Hosted and taught by callers Tyler Wagner (604-817-9350) and Wendy Krueger (778-878-4244). Beginners from 1 till 2:30 p.m., 2:30 till 4 p.m. for more experienced dancers.
Country Legends Cash & Cline - starring Sara Jeanne Hosie as Patsy Cline and David James & Big River as Johnny Cash on Wednesday, March 14 at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Advance tickets $38.50 at Centre Box Office (604-391-SHOW (7469)) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca
54-40 - celebrates 30 year anniversary, Thursday, April 5 at the Clarke Theatre in Mission, 33700 Prentis Avenue, Mission (604-820-3961). Tickets $42.50 (plus facility fee & service charges) available at all Ticketmaster Locations. Charge by phone 1-885-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca
Pavlo - the “Greek God of Guitar” performs Monday, April 30 at the Clarke Theatre 33700 Prentis Avenue, Mission (604-820-3961). Tickets $34.50 (plus facility fee & service charges) available at all Ticketmaster Locations, by phone 1-855-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca
Partnership Bridge - at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 Street, Fridays at 7 p.m. except 2nd Friday of month. Newcomers welcome. Admission $3. Info: 604-856-3029.
Langley Meals on Wheels - seeking volunteers for Food & Friends programs in Aldergrove and Walnut Grove. Opportunity to volunteer in community. Info: 604-533-1679 or email info@langleymealsonwheels.com
Fraser Health Crisis Line - recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience needed; extensive training and on-going support is provided. Pick up an info package at Options Community Services, 9815 - 140 St., Surrey or e-mail claudiak@scss.ca
Langley Elks #259 - volunteers wanted to assist with our community ventures to support our children’s charities. Join us at meetings on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at 8 p.m. at Langley Elks Plaza, #6 4044 - 200B St. Langley. Info: Ray Wojtas 604-533-7517 or Dave Sallenback 604-856-3559.
COMMENTS
Let's keep comments:
We ask that all participants own their words by logging in with their Facebook account. It's a simple process that will take seconds and helps keep our comments free of trolls, cranks, and “drive-by” commenters.
We reserve the right to remove comments from anyone using screen names, pseudonyms or false identities. Please see our FAQ if you have questions or concerns about using Facebook to comment.