CONCERTS
Jazz Vespers at Northwood United Church: Hour-long concert events on second and fourth Sundays at church, 8855 156th St., 性视界传媒, 4 p.m. start, Northwood-united.org. May 7: Jennifer Scott and Rene Worst.
鈥淎n Evening with Frank Mills鈥�: Concert features music by 鈥淢r. Music Box Dancer,鈥� on Friday, May 5 at Bell Performing Arts Centre, 性视界传媒. Info: bellperformingartscentre.com, 604-507-6355.
性视界传媒 Youth Orchestra performs a Spring Concert on Sunday, May 14 at Chandos Pattison Auditorium, 性视界传媒, 7 p.m., featuring oboist Bobby Zhang (winner of Concerto Competition), plus Junior Strings, Intermediate Orchestra, Youth Orchestra. Tickets are $18/$12, 778-549-5515, 性视界传媒symphony.com.
Beatlemania on Tour tribute concert at 性视界传媒鈥檚 Bell Performing Arts Centre on Thursday, July 6, featuring hits by The Beatles as part of a touring show. Tickets $22.75/$50.75 via Ticketmaster.ca.
FVDED in the Park: Third annual hip-hop/electronic pop music festival at 性视界传媒鈥檚 Holland Park on July 7-8, featuring The Chainsmokers, Wiz Khalifa, PartyNextDoor and Dillon Francis on three stages. Visit Fvdedinthepark.com for details.
鈥淕one Country鈥�: Annual benefit concert for cancer-related charities will feature Tim Hicks, Jojo Mason, Karen Lee Batten, Me and Mae and others, on July 22 at Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre in Cloverdale. Tickets and info: Twinscancerfundraising.com.
SALES/CRAFTS
Urban Safari Rescue Society hosts a huge barn sale of used aquariums and pet supplies on May 5, 6 and 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 鈥淭here is everything for dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, fish all at garage-sale prices and much of it is new from pet suppliers,鈥� including large dog travel crates, dog dishes, toys, clothes, treats, aquarium decorations for fish and reptiles, large enclosures, new wall mounted tanks, more.鈥� Facility is located at 1395 176th St., South 性视界传媒. Info: 604-531-1100, Urbansafari.ca.
Yard sale at St. Andrew鈥檚 Newton Presbyterian Church (7147 124 St., 性视界传媒) on Saturday, May 6 from 9am to 1pm. Large variety of merchandise, plus baked goods. Info: Call Dave, 604-584-0734.
Plus Size Wardrobe Sale on Sunday, May 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Sullivan Hall, 6306 152nd St., 性视界传媒. 鈥淧lus size clothing sale of used clothing.鈥� Info: 604-319-2407.
Plant sale hosted by South 性视界传媒 Garden Club on Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to noon at St. Mark鈥檚 church, 12953 20th Ave., 性视界传媒. Perennials, shrubs, trees, edibles, vines and more.
White Rock & District Garden Club Plant & Bake Sale on Saturday, May 13 at Ocean Park hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1577 128th St., 性视界传媒, featuring plants, baked goods, flower arrangements, other garden-related items.
FUNDRAISERS
鈥淒ine to Make a Difference鈥�: Fifth annual event on Friday, May 5 at The Dragon Lounge in Elements Casino in Cloverdale, with 6 p.m. champagne reception and 7 p.m. dinner. 鈥淭he Dine to Make a Difference event is an inspirational evening which includes dinner, entertainment, live and silent auctions, and more to support the programs and services The Centre for Child Development provides to over 2,700 children with special needs every year.鈥� Tickets and info: The-centre.org/dine2017, 604-533-4884.
CIRCUS
Royal Canadian Family Circus brings 鈥淪pectac! 2017鈥� show to Cloverdale鈥檚 Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre for seven shows from May 5 to 7, under a big-top tent with room for 2,600 spectators. High-wire acts, acrobats, motorcycle daredevils, Zerbini Liberty horses and more. Tickets start at $25 via Royalcanadiancircus.ca.
MOTHER鈥橲 DAY
鈥淢other鈥檚 Day without Mother鈥� event hosted by 性视界传媒 Hospice Society on Sunday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at Guildford Village (craft room), 14568 104A Ave., 性视界传媒. Free, all-ages. A community memorial event. 鈥淲e believe that no one should be alone in their grief and that touching into the healing power nature is essential to move through such an intense time of change. Our event will involve making a craft, a Seed Jar, sharing treats others that Mom would have loved and sharing stories of what Mom loved about life.鈥� Info: 604-584-7006, 性视界传媒hospice.com.
Annual Mother鈥檚 Day Tea hosted by Cloverdale United Church women on Saturday, May 13 from 10 am to 2 pm, 17575 58A Ave., Cloverdale. 鈥淧lants & flower baskets, bake table, books, lunch and door prizes. Everyone welcome.鈥�
COMMUNITY
Newton Community Walk on Friday, May 5, starting at 10 a.m. at Newton Starbucks, #800-7380 King George Blvd. 鈥淣ewton BIA has adopted streets thru the 性视界传媒 Adopt-a-Street program. We will be walking to streets, picking up trash, reporting problem sites while building community!鈥� RSVP by the Wednesday before the scheduled walk to nasrin@newtonbia.com.
性视界传媒 RCMP host spring Neighbourhood Safety Meetings to share information about localized crime trends and current actions underway to address these crimes. Remaining meetings are in South 性视界传媒 (May 3 from 6:30-8:30pm, Elgin Park Secondary, 13484 24th Ave.) and Guildford (May 25 from 6:30-8:30pm, Fleetwood Park Secondary, 7940 156th St.). Pre-registration is not required. Info: 性视界传媒.rcmp.ca.
Community Sweat Lodge event on Friday, June 9, 6:30 pm to 10 pm at Cwenengitel Aboriginal Society, 13632 110A Ave., 性视界传媒. 鈥淭he Sweat Lodge is a First Peoples鈥� ceremony used to connect with and honour the Earth. Participants will be exposed to heat, steam and smoke and should be physically fit. Registration is free, but space is limited.鈥� Info: Villagesurrey.ca/event/community-sweat-lodge-3, 778-988-3549.
FAIRS
Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair: Annual May Day long weekend event at Cloverdale Fairgrounds from May 19 to 22, featuring rodeo action, live music, rides, food and other attractions. Info: Cloverdalerodeo.com, 604-576-9461.
EXPO
Grow & Gather Farm Expo at Cloverdale Agriplex on weekend of June 10-11. A new expo and educational event aimed to help small farm owners maximize their productivity and keep within British Columbia鈥檚 farm-use regulations.鈥� Weekend pass is $35. Info: Growandgatherfarmexpo.com.
YOUTH
性视界传媒 Youth Showcase event at Guildford Recreation Centre, 15105 105 Ave., 性视界传媒, on Saturday, May 6 from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., featuring basketball tourney, street dance battle and more. 鈥淐elebrate one of the City鈥檚 largest youth events! Bring your friends and get into the fun. This free event is a great way for youth to connect with the community.鈥� Info: surrey.ca/culture-recreation/19296.aspx.
FESTIVALS
性视界传媒 Festival of Dance: The 51st edition of the festival closes with No Borders Group Dance Challenge and Honour Awards held on Saturday, May 13 at Surery Arts Centre. Info: 性视界传媒festival.com.
性视界传媒 International Children鈥檚 Festival: Theme of 鈥淏e Moved!鈥� for the 2017 event, to feature shows from Canada, Australia and Korea from May 25 to 27 at Bear Creek Park and 性视界传媒 Arts Centre. Shows include Windmill Theatre Co.鈥檚 鈥淕rug and the Rainbow,鈥� all-ages circus act 鈥淟es Parfaits Inconnus,鈥� theatre production 鈥淢istatim,鈥� a 鈥淧aper Playground鈥� interactive dance show, the Korean/Canadian theatre/puppetry production 鈥淪angja,鈥� music by Le Groupe Swing and a theatrical 鈥淪now White/Blanche Neige鈥� show. Info: 性视界传媒.ca/childrensfestival, or call 604-501-5566.
性视界传媒 Greek Food Festival: Annual event runs from June 9 to 18 at Greek Orthodox church at 13181 96th Ave., 性视界传媒. Info: Greekorthodoxsurrey.com, 604-496-5099, Facebook.com/性视界传媒Greek.
City of Bhangra Festival at venues in 性视界传媒 and Vancouver from June 11 to 17. 鈥淭he largest Bhangra festival in North America features concerts, after-parties with top DJs, workshops and free events. Over 350 performers from international stars to local artists, presented by the Vancouver International Bhangra Celebration Society.鈥� Info: vibc.org, Facebook.com/vancouverbhangra.
BOOKS/LIT
鈥溞允咏绱� Stories Connect: Teens and Seniors Write 性视界传媒鈥�: 性视界传媒鈥檚 first Poet Laureate, Ren茅e Sarojini Saklikar, launches anthology on Friday May 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at City Centre Library. 鈥淭he book tells the lived experiences of 性视界传媒 residents from the Cloverdale and Strawberry Hill areas as well as from Historic Stewart Farm.鈥� All are welcome to the book launch. The book will be available free of charge. Light refreshments provided. Call 604-598-7426 to save your spot. Info: 性视界传媒libraries.ca.
WORKSHOPS
鈥淢S Brain Health: A New Perspective鈥� workshop on Saturday, May 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Holiday Inn Express and Suites 性视界传媒, 15808 104th Ave., 性视界传媒. 鈥淗aving a healthy brain that functions well is important for people with MS. Learn how you can take positive action to maximize your lifelong brain health whatever your MS diagnosis. During this two-hour workshop, you will better understand the brain health perspective on MS and how to embrace a 鈥榖rain-healthy鈥� lifestyle. Registration is free and light refreshments will be provided.鈥� Free. Info: mssociety.ca, 604-689-3144.
BUSINESS
性视界传媒 Industry Tour hosted by 性视界传媒 Board of Trade on Friday, May 5 from 7:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. 鈥淭his innovative event showcases 性视界传媒鈥檚 industries and 性视界传媒鈥檚 future developments. With commentary on 性视界传媒 developments, you will tour three or four business stops. Tour will conclude with a guest speaker at a lunch.鈥� Fee is $45 + tax (members); $60 + tax (general admission). Info: Businessinsurrey.com, 604.581.7130.
性视界传媒鈥檚 International Business trade show on Thursday, May 11 at Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, from 5:30 to 8 p.m, 15269 104 Ave., 性视界传媒. Exhibitor space and sponsorship opportunities. 鈥淭his is a great opportunity to promote your business face-to-face with over 300 members of the 性视界传媒 business community and those involved with international trade.鈥� Info: Contact Heather Booth via email heather@businessinsurrey.com or by phone 604.634.0341 or Luke Arathoon via email luke@businessinsurrey.com or by phone 604.634.0391.
Mayor Linda Hepner鈥檚 third annual State of the City Address on Thursday, May 18 at Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel. To register, call 604.581.7130.
RELIGION
性视界传媒 Aglow Luncheon on Tuesday, May 9, from 11:30 a.m., at Ricky鈥檚 Restaurant, 8958 152nd St., at Fraser Hwy, 性视界传媒. Speakers: Pastor Dave & Ethel Burns. 鈥淐ome and be encouraged by their Journey in Life and how God has provided, blessed and honoured this couple as they serve people and God.鈥�
CLUBS/BARS
Peacock Bar & Grill: Live music, open-mic nights (Tues./Thurs.) and more at all-ages venue in Whalley, 10257 King George Blvd. Info: 604-584-1388, Peacockbar-grill.com.
Donegal鈥檚 Irish House: Live music Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at 12054 96th Ave., 性视界传媒. Info: 604-584-2112, Donegalspub.com/events.html.
Escape bar at Elements Casino: Live music and more on select nights at 300-seat licensed venue, 17755 60th Ave., Cloverdale. Info: Elementscasino.com.
The Taphouse Guildford: Upscale music/sports bar, 15330 102A Ave., 性视界传媒. Tuesday: Acoustic Night, 8 p.m. Wednesday: 鈥淎lmost Famous Karaoke鈥�; Friday/Saturday: live cover bands. Info: 604-583-8828, Thetaphouse.ca.
Pancho鈥檚 Top 40 Rock Club: Live top 40 and classic rock. Tuesday karaoke, Thursday jam night. At 10768 King George Blvd., 性视界传媒, 604-583-3536. Band and special-event info: Panchosnightclub.com.
Dublin Crossing: Live music four nights a week at 18789 Fraser Hwy., 性视界传媒. 604-575-5470, Dublincrossing.com.
Central City Brewing Co.: Live music on select nights at restaurant/bar, 13450 102nd Ave., at Central City, 性视界传媒. Info: 604-582-6620, Centralcitybrewing.com.
DANCE SHOWS
鈥淕iselle鈥� by Coastal City Ballet performed on Friday, June 9 at 性视界传媒 Arts Centre, 13750 88th Ave. 鈥淎 haunting story of innocence and betrayal, and a timeless tale about the redemptive power of love, Irene Schneider鈥檚 Giselle features some of ballet鈥檚 most dramatic scenes and otherworldly images.鈥� Tickets from $35 to $42, group discounts available. Info: Coastalcityballet.com, 604-501-5566.
THEATRE/STAGE
鈥淗omechild鈥�: 性视界传媒 Little Theatre presents drama, written by Joan McLeod and directed by June and Jacq Ainsworth, to May 20 at Clayton-area theatre. 鈥淎s age loosens his grip on long-held secrets, Alistair MacEachern yearns for Katie, the younger sister left in Scotland when he was shipped out as a 鈥渉ome child鈥� in 1922.鈥� Info: 性视界传媒littletheatre.com, 604-576-8451.
鈥淕lorious鈥�: White Rock Players鈥� Club stages the comedy written by Peter Quilter, to May 6 at Coast Capital Playhouse, White Rock. 鈥淒on鈥檛 miss this inspirational story of a woman who followed her passions and her dreams, no matter what people said.鈥� Info: whiterockplayers.ca, 604-536-7535.
鈥淎 Day in Hollywood, A Night in the Ukraine鈥� musical double feature show presented by FVGSS: A Musical Theatre Society, from May 4 to 14 (select dates) at The Clova Theatre at Crossridge Church, 5732 176th St. in Cloverdale. 鈥淎 nostalgic nod to the glory days of Hollywood,鈥� featuring eight triple-threat performers. Tickets and info: Brownpapertickets.com, Facebook.com/FVGSS.
FOOD/DRINKS
Ukrainian 鈥渟oul food鈥� 鈥� perogies, cabbage rolls and borscht 鈥� available for sale on the last Friday of each month as fundraiser at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108th Ave., 性视界传媒, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. 鈥淓at-in, take away, or ready for your freezer.鈥� Info: call 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313.
CLUBS/GROUPS
性视界传媒 Singles Over 60: 鈥淎re you interested in meeting new people and having fun dancing, bowling, cards, dinners, picnics etc.? We are accepting new members based in the North 性视界传媒/North Delta area, so call 604-594-2860 and ask for Lyla or Doug or Roy at 604-593-1918.鈥�
性视界传媒 Beekeepers Association meetings held on third Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. start at Honeybee Centre, 7480 176th St., 性视界传媒. Contact Don or Fran Carter, 604-591-3262. 鈥淎ll welcome to attend and learn about bees.鈥�
CFUW (Canadian Federation of University Women) North Delta/性视界传媒 is a club open to all women graduates, students and associates who support the mission and ideals of CFUW, which provides annual scholarships and bursaries to deserving female graduates who are going on to university. The club meets monthly from September to June. Contact Heather at 604-591-7678 or Eleanor at 604-589-3631.
DANCES
T.W. Twirlers Square Dance Club hosts events every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Royal Heights Baptist Church, 11706 96th Ave., North Delta. All-ages event, first night is free admission. 鈥淚t is 鈥楩riendship Set To Music.鈥� Come out and have fun learning to dance and meet new friends, for a social, fun night out.鈥� Info: darlmel@shaw.ca, 604-358-2841.
性视界传媒 International Folk Dancing meets Thursdays from 7 to 10 pm at Walnut Road Elementary, 16152 82nd Ave., 性视界传媒, from September to June. 鈥淔irst time free, no partner required. Wear comfortable shoes.鈥� $4 drop-in fee. Info: Call Dale, 604-496-4236, 性视界传媒folkdance.org.
性视界传媒 Fiddlers Old Time Dance takes place at Clayton Hall (18513 70th Ave., 性视界传媒) on first Tuesday of every month, except July and August, from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is $4. For info, call 604-576-1066.
Scottish Country Dance classes at Sullivan Hall, 6306 152nd St., 性视界传媒. Hosted by White Rock Scottish Country Dance Club. 鈥淔irst class free, drop-in fee $5.鈥� Events are held on Wednesday evenings each week, starting at 7 p.m. For info, call Maureen at 604-536-1367 or visit Wrscdc.org.
TALKS/FORUMS
鈥淩ising Tides and Skin Boats鈥� community art project event on Wednesday, May 17, 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Room 120 at 性视界传媒 City Centre Library, 10350 University Dr., 性视界传媒. Free admission. 鈥淛oin us for a knowledge exchange and social engagement art project to process what we know about our changing oceans and climate, and visually weave a collective response for a hopeful future.鈥� Info: Villagesurrey.ca/event/rising-tides-skin-boats.
SENIORS
Jamming at Fleetwood: Golden-agers are invited to join group of senior musicians that meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m., at 15996 84 Ave. 鈥淲e play for the sheer pleasure of entertaining a dedicated audience who come in to listen or dance, every week. Lunch is available for purchase, and you can try your luck at winning a 50/50 draw.鈥� Info: contact Mildred, email truderung37@gmail.com or call 604-789-5037.
Newton Seniors Centre Tennis Club seeks experienced, senior (55+) tennis players. 鈥淲e are not a teaching club, so you must know how to play, serve and score.鈥� For information, call Al or Sue at 604-594-8783, or Jan, 604-502-7844.
OPEN HOUSE
O.W.L.. open house on May 6-7 at the organization鈥檚 Delta facility, 3800 72nd St, daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring bird meet n鈥� greet, pond games, displays, gift area and more. 鈥淥.W.L. (Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society) is a rehabilitation and education center established for the rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured birds of prey. Our Open House is one of our largest fundraising events to make it possible for us to continue our work.鈥� Info: OwlCanada.org.
性视界传媒 RCMP Open House: Annual event on Saturday, May 13, from noon to 3 p.m., at 性视界传媒 RCMP Main Detachment, 14355 57th Ave., in celebration of Police Week. 鈥淭here will be a number of hands-on activities and informative displays, food, photo opportunities with police vehicles and members in Red Serge, demonstrations, and more.鈥� Event features Air 1 Helicopter, Emergency Response Team, Police Dog Services, Bike Team, Explosives Disposal Unit, police vehicles, career info and more. Info: 性视界传媒.rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
MARKETS
性视界传媒 Urban Farmers Market returns to North 性视界传媒 rec centre plaza this spring, on Wednesday afternoons starting June 7, from 2 to 6 p.m. 鈥淎 vibrant, multi-cultural farmers market, promoting and celebrating small-scale farmers, food producers and artisans for the benefit of our diverse community.鈥� Live music, plus community workshops and events. Info: 性视界传媒market.org, 778-228-3276.
The Cloverdale Market: 鈥淵our Weekly Treasure Hunt鈥� in two buildings with 200 tables and 100+ outdoor spots, open every Sunday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cloverdale Fairgrounds, off 176th St. (Hwy 15) and 62nd Ave., 性视界传媒. Info: 604-837-1676, Cloverdalemarket.ca.
LIBRARY EVENTS
Taan鈥檚 Moons: a Haida Story Art Exhibit & Celebration at City Centre Library, in celebration of Canadian Children鈥檚 Book Week, May 8-12. Opening Celebration on Monday, May 8 from 9:30-10:30 a.m., featuring remarks from local First Nations leaders, Haida music and light refreshments. All are welcome. Then, on Tuesday, May 9, 3:30-5 pm, children ages 6-12 can meet Taan鈥檚 Moons author Alison Gear, and create their own felted art with Taan鈥檚 Moons鈥� illustrator, Kiki van der Heiden. Register at 604-598-7427. Also, on Thursday, May 11, 6:30-8:30 pm, adults and teens can be part of the Community Conversation about art and cultural expression. 鈥淭here will be a panel of speakers, including local Indigenous artists and Taan鈥檚 Moons鈥� artist and illustrator.鈥� Register at 604-598-7426.
ESL Book Clubs at 性视界传媒 Libraries: 鈥淧ractice your English and make friends at ESL Book Club. Come practice reading, speaking, and listening in English. Book clubs are free, fun, and friendly. Readers are welcome at any level from beginners to advanced. Library books will be provided (levels 1-4). City Centre Library: Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm on May 24, June 21; Fleetwood Library: Saturdays, 1:30-3pm on May 17; Guildford Library: Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. on May 4, June 1; Newton Library: Thursdays, 10:30-12 on May 25, June 22; Semiahmoo Library: Thursdays, 1-2:30 on May 18, June 15.
WALKS/RUNS
2017 性视界传媒 Earth Walk on Saturday, May 6, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Newton PLOT garden, 71 Avenue and 137A Street, 性视界传媒. 鈥淎 celebration of the people and places that are making our community more sustainable. We鈥檒l be stopping at Zaklan Farm for snack, Henry鈥檚 permaculture garden for lunch, and few other interesting stops along the way.鈥� Info: Villagesurrey.ca/event/2017-surrey-earth-walk.
Peace Walk on Saturday, May 6 from 1 to 2 p.m. at northeast side of Fleetwood Park, 15802 80th Ave. 鈥淭he purpose of this community labyrinth walk is to bring people from all over the world, to walk labyrinths, together, as ONE. The aim is to create a wave of peaceful energy and for the good of all across time zones.鈥� Info: Facebook.com/events/729554993876898, email labyrinthlady.ca@gmail.com.
Investors Group Walk for Alzheimer鈥檚: 鈥溞允咏绱� residents can join a team to participate in the Investors Group Walk for Alzheimer鈥檚 and show their support for people who face dementia. The event is Canada鈥檚 largest fundraiser for Alzheimer鈥檚 disease and other dementias and takes place here and in 21 other communities across B.C. on Sunday, May 7.鈥� 性视界传媒 event is at Eaglequest Golf at Coyote Creek. Info: Walkforalzheimers.ca; call 778-242-0751 (Sue) or 778-888-8126 (Justin).
Jog for the Bog: Annual event hosted by Burns Bog Conservation Society on Sunday, July 23 at Delta Nature Reserve, 10388 Nordel Court. All-ages event features pancake breakfast, music, more. Info: 604-572-0373, Jogforthebog.org.
MUSEUMS
性视界传媒 Museum: Located at 17710 56A Ave., Cloverdale. Info: 性视界传媒.ca/heritage, 604-592-6956.
Historic Stewart Farm: Facility located at site of 1894 farmhouse and heritage gardens, at 13723 Crescent Rd., South 性视界传媒. Info: 604-592-6956, www.surrey.ca/heritage.
性视界传媒 Archives: Info: 604-502-6459 or archives@surrey.ca. 17671 56th Ave, Cloverdale.
HERITAGE
鈥淪heep to Shawl鈥�: Annual competition at 性视界传媒 Museum held on Saturday, May 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. 鈥淭wo local weaving teams will face off in a feverish competition to card wool, spin it into yarn and weave it into beautiful shawls, all within four hours.鈥� Try out the museum鈥檚 spinning wheels yourself with tips from experienced textile volunteers and staff, and watch sheep-shearing demonstrations from 1 to 2 p.m., at 17710 56A Ave., 性视界传媒. Info: 604-592-6956, 性视界传媒.ca/museum.
Canada-Sierra Leone Cultural Heritage Day on Saturday, May 6, 6 p.m. start, at Fleetwood Community Centre, 性视界传媒. All ages, admission $30. Event is 鈥渄esigned as an opportunity to honour the remarkable people, places and events that have contributed to our community鈥檚 unique heritage.鈥� Info: albertmeackoty@slcbc.ca, 604-226-5834, Facebook.com/slcbccanada.
Royal Victorian Party at South 性视界传媒鈥檚 Historic Stewart Farm on Sunday, May 21 from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. 鈥淧arty like it鈥檚 1895鈥� at annual event. 鈥淏e part of Queen Victoria鈥檚 royal visit celebrating her birthday. Our impersonator queen will cut birthday cake and grace visitors with selfies and royal portraits. Waist coats and feathered hats are encouraged but not mandatory.鈥� At 13723 Crescent Road. Info: 604-592-6956, 性视界传媒.ca/stewartfarm.
EDUCATION
性视界传媒 English Language Centre provides free English language classes for new immigrants to Canada with proof of permanent residence, age 17 or older. 鈥淲e offer full-time and evening LINC classes year-round, funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.鈥� To register, call 604-582-7479, email selc@shaw.ca, visit 9801 King George Blvd. (suites #111 and #350), 性视界传媒.
Free 鈥淓nglish for the Workplace鈥� classes at PICS in new Project Based Language Training Program (PBLT). 鈥淪tudents will learn and develop soft skills, job search, resume writing, interview skills, networking and much more.鈥� Call 604-596-7722, ext. 138. Free childminding on site.
VOLUNTEERS
Fraser Health Crisis Line needs volunteers: 鈥淲e operate 24/7 and recruit year-round with 5-6 training sessions per year. We are 90 per cent volunteer-based relying on over 27,000 volunteer hours annually to answer nearly 45,000 calls per year. Develop skills for social work, counseling, mental health, policing, E-Comm 911, grad school and so much more.鈥� Info: Optionsbc.ca/volunteer-at-options, 604-584-5811, ext. 1309.
Canadian Cancer Society: 鈥淐ampaign volunteers and Community Office Support volunteers are needed at our 性视界传媒 office at 10362 King George Blvd. For more information, contact kristina.gao@bc.cancer.ca or apply directly at Cancervolunteer.ca.
Alzheimer Society of B.C. seeks volunteers to help 性视界传媒 families live well with dementia. The society is looking for a volunteer to facilitate its local caregiver support group. 鈥淭his involves leading a monthly meeting, maintaining group attendance records and using Society materials to provide information to the group.鈥� A time commitment of three to six hours per month is required. Training is provided. Contact the Resource Centre at 604-449-5000 or info.southfraser@alzheimerbc.org. Info: Alzheimerbc.org.
性视界传媒 Hospice Society, which offers programs and services in hospice, palliative and bereavement care (all offered free of charge), needs volunteers and also donations to support its programs. To help, call 604-584-7006, email admin@surreyhospice.com or visit #1-15243 91st Ave., 性视界传媒.
性视界传媒 Art Gallery Association seeks volunteers for its gift shop at its Bear Creek Park facility. 鈥淚f you enjoy meeting new people and local artists, being around unique and finely crafted artworks by artists from around the Lower Mainland, this is the place for you.鈥� Contact Joan Owen, 604-531-8118.
VISUAL ART
The Arts Council of 性视界传媒 is featuring Options Community Services/性视界传媒 Clubhouse 鈥淭herapeutic Journey,鈥� an art exhibit and sale, as well as Community Living Society/Studio 73 鈥淰ision of Fused Glass,鈥� bringing original designs to life, during month of May at Newton Cultural Centre, 13530 72nd Ave., 性视界传媒. Admission is free. Artist reception on Saturday, May 13, 1 to 3 p.m.; light refreshments will be served.
性视界传媒 Art Gallery: Gallery at Bear Creek Park, 88th Ave./King George Blvd. 604-501-5566, 性视界传媒.ca/artgallery. 鈥淛im Adams: The Irretrievable Moment,鈥� to June 11; 鈥淗igh Muck a Muck: Playing Chinese,鈥� to Aug. 22; 鈥淧assionate Colours,鈥� to July 14.
Thursday Artist Talk: Events hosted by 性视界传媒 Art Gallery Association (SAGA) on first Thursday of every month at Bear Creek Park facility, 7:30 p.m. Info: 604-501-5566, Arts.surrey.ca.
PopUp Newton Gallery + Creative Hub: Gallery space in Newton features local artists and collectives, at 137th Street and 72A Avenue. Info: Facebook.com/PopUpNewton.
Newton Cultural Centre showcases works by local artists at 13530 72nd Ave. Info: 604-594-2700, Artscouncilofsurrey.ca.
性视界传媒 Urban Screen: Digital art shown on screen on side of building at Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre, at 13458 107A Ave. Exhibit can be viewed from 30 minutes after sunset until midnight. Info: 604-598-5898, 性视界传媒urbanscreen.ca.
MOVIE THEATRES
Hollywood 3 Cinemas: 7125 138th St. (Newton Centre, near 72nd Ave., 性视界传媒). 604-592-4441. Hollywoodcinema.ca.
Landmark Cinemas 12 Guildford: 15051 101st Ave. 604-581-1716, Landmarkcinemas.com
Strawberry Hill Cineplex: 12161 72nd Ave., 性视界传媒. 604-501-9400.
NATURE/OUTDOORS
性视界传媒 Environmental Extravaganza: 20th Annual series of events until June 11 at venues across 性视界传媒. 鈥淓xplore and learn about nature in 性视界传媒 with this series of over 100 free programs and events. Join a guided walk, plant a tree, release baby salmon, help clean up a park, attend nature storytimes and so much more.鈥� Info: 性视界传媒.ca/extravaganza, 604-502-6065.
性视界传媒 Urban Foraging event at Green Timbers Urban Forest on Sunday, May 7 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., 14600 100th Ave., 性视界传媒. 鈥淧articipants will learn to identify edible and non-edible plants in 性视界传媒鈥檚 Green Timbers Urban Forest. Handouts provided. Pre-registration is required by May 5.鈥� Villagesurrey.ca/event/surrey-urban-foraging-green-timbers.
SPORTS/REC
Action BMX Racing Club in Newton hosts Canada Cup racing action, plus BC Premier Series and Pro-Am races, on May 27-28, featuring $16k guaranteed purse, BMX show n鈥� shine, beer garden, concession, draws, vendors, daily prizes and more. Info: Actionbmx.com, or call Trevor (604-841-8990) or Brent (604-802-7433).
Jim Gallagher Memorial Amateur Boxing Show at Cloverdale Legion Auditorium on Sunday, May 28, from 2 to 5 p.m. Card will feature eight to 10 bouts, showcasing a variety of weight divisions. Admission is $10, or $20 for ringside seats (children 12 and under are free). At 17567 57th Ave., Cloverdale. Info: 604-534-8156.
Canucks Junior Golf Week presented by Odlum Brown Ltd. runs July 5-9 in 性视界传媒, for youth aged 5 to 18. Four 性视界传媒 golf facilities will collectively host seven camps: July 5 at Birdies & Buckets Family Golf Centre, 1 p.m. start; July 7 at Morgan Creek Golf Course, 9:30 a.m. start; July 7 at Birdies & Buckets Family Golf Centre, 1 p.m. start; July 7 at Northview Golf Academy, 4:30 p.m.; July 8 at Eaglequest Coyote Creek, 10 a.m.; July 8 at Northview Golf Academy, 5:30 p.m.; July 9 at Eaglequest Coyote Creek, 10 a.m. 鈥淭hese camps are instructed by PGA of British Columbia Professionals and last approximately two hours each.鈥� Fee is $20 plus GST, info at Canucks.com/golfweek.
Canada Cup international softball championship: World鈥檚 elite female softball players in annual tournament at 性视界传媒鈥檚 Softball City and Cloverdale Athletic Park from July 7 to 17, featuring 1,200 athletes on teams in six divisions. Info: CanadaCup.com.
North 性视界传媒 Football & Cheer registration is online at 性视界传媒football.com/registration. Cost varies by age. For info, visit the website, email Info@surreyfootball.com or call 694-596-7674.
GARDENS
Cloverdale Garden Club meets on the second Thursday of the month, from September to June, at Clayton Community Hall, 18513 70th Ave., 性视界传媒. Annual membership is $20, drop-in fee is $3. For information, contact Nancy, 604-530-4197.
NETWORKING
性视界传媒 Board of Trade Networking Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 1 at Morgan Creek Golf Course, 性视界传媒, with space for 160 golfers. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Heather Booth at heather@businessinsurrey.com or call 604-634-0341.
Valley Women鈥檚 Network Luncheons held on last Wednesday of every month at Eaglequest Golf Club, 7778 152nd St., 性视界传媒. Event fee $27, or $30 at door for non-members. 鈥淐ome share your business successes, goals with us and let us help one another.鈥� Info: Valleywomensnetwork.com, 604-940-9355.
HEALTH
鈥淪outh Asian Seniors: Learn Acupressure Techniques & Be Your Own Doctor鈥� event on Sunday, May 7 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Shanti Niketan hall (at Lakshmi Narayan Hindu Temple, 8321 140th St., 性视界传媒), featuring acupressurist Avtar Singh Woodwall. Light snacks & tea will be served after the presentation. Info: 604-507-9945. Project funded by Government of Canada鈥檚 New Horizons for Seniors Program for Hindi Speaking Seniors.
Mental Health Family and Friends Info Night: 鈥淪upport and information for friends and family of people struggling with mental illness. New members are always welcome,鈥� on first and third Thursday of every month at SMH- Psychiatry Board room, 4th floor. For more information, call Hardeep 604-574-1976 or frasersouth@bcss.org
Al-Anon: 鈥淲hen you don鈥檛 know where to turn because someone drinks too much, Al-Anon family groups can help.鈥� Call 888-425-2666, M-F, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., or visit Al-anon.alateen.org.
Nar Anon: 鈥淚f you have a family member or friend struggling with addiction problems, then Nar Anon may be the place for you. We meet on Tuesdays at Bethany-Newton United Church on the corner of 60th and 148th St. in 性视界传媒. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m.鈥� Info: Nar-anon.org.
Cancer: Thriving and Surviving Program, on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Elim Village - The Oasis, 9008 158th St., 性视界传媒. 鈥淎 self-management program designed for people who have completed treatment and are living with or have been affected by cancer. Classes are highly participative, where mutual support and success build the participants鈥� confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives. The workshop is facilitated by two trained lay leaders, many who are cancer survivors themselves. Caregivers are also welcome to attend.鈥� Info: Selfmanagementbc.ca.
性视界传媒 Multiple Sclerosis support meetings held on the last Wednesday of every month, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., at Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church, 9165 160th St., 性视界传媒. Info: Contact Cheryl (tcheryl@telus.net, 604-581-3758) or Barb (778-373-0284).
Tao Healing Group (formerly Soul Power) 性视界传媒: 鈥淟earn simple but powerful self-healing techniques for any aspect of life, with Certified Healers and Teachers. Receive free healing and blessings.鈥� Tuesday evenings at 7pm, 性视界传媒 City Centre Library, 10350 University Dr., 鈥淓veryone is welcome, and no previous experience is necessary.鈥� By donation, info: 778-379-9920.
