Seniors’ Old Time Dances – every second Saturday, 1-4 p.m. at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 St. Only $6 per person, includes refreshments. Upcoming dates are June 20. Summer break July and August, dances resume in September. Info: Gladys Andreas 604-576-7970.
Her Brothers – Aldergrove family rock band and winners of 2015 Langley Has Talent contest perform all-ages concert on Friday, June 12, 7 p.m. at Chief Sepass Theatre, 9096 Trattle St., Ft. Langley. Tickets $10 advance at www.ticketfly.com or $13 at the door.
Aldergrove OAP – meet Monday June 15, 1 p.m. at OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 Street. People aged 19 years and older are welcome as members. Potluck supper will be held Sunday, June 24, 5 p.m. at the OAP Hall.
Langley Seniors Community Action Table – meets Wednesday, June 17, 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Langley Senior Recreation and Resource Centre, 20605 – 51 B Ave. Join a discussion on “How are we Approaching Decision 2015: Action on the Canada Health Accord?” The speakers are representatives from COSCO, a federation of senior organizations concerned for the welfare of elder citizens. Everyone is welcome. Info: Lynda 604-818-3290 or email llyscat@gmail.com
Partners Bridge – every Friday except second Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 St. Newcomers welcome. Cost $2. Info: 604-607-0504.
Carpet Bowling – at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 Street, on Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. Cost per person is $1.
2nd Annual Regional Parks Photo Contest – Metro Vancouver invites amateur and professional photographers alike to share their best photos showing why they love Regional Parks. Entrants are welcome to submit up to three photos for a chance to win great prizes including a limited edition Robert Bateman print (Catching the Light – Barn Owl). Open to ages 13 and up. Entry deadline Aug. 31. People’s Choice Award: vote for your favourite photo Sept. 1-15. Full contest details, entry and voting visit: metrovancouver.org/parksphotocontest
Butterfly Release – Saturday, July 4, 1-3 p.m. at Krause Berry Farms & Estate Winery, 6179 – 248 St., Langley. Charitable all-ages event for Langley Lodge and Langley Hospice Society. At 1:30 p.m. more than 300 Monarch butterflies will be released to take flight for the first time. Individuals can release their own butterfly, through a $20 pre-order, via the Langley Lodge, Langley Hospice Society, or onsite at Krause Farms. Website: http://langleyhospice.com/events/butterflies/
ABRA CADABRA – Tribute to the Music and Magic of ABBA, Friday, June 26 at Arts Centre & Theatre in Maple Ridge. Tickets $34.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) available at the Arts Centre & Theatre Box Office. Charge by phone at 604-476-2787 or online at www.theactmapleridge.org.
Fiddlin’ Frenzy – Envision Financial Coffee House Concert Series, Saturday, Oct. 3, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at SippChai Cafe, 11-31205 Maclure Road, Abbotsford. All-ages, free event featuring old time fiddle from the young generation performed live by Fiddlin’ Frenzy. Help reduce hunger in our community by bringing a non-perishable food item or cash donation to the concert or make your donation online now at thefullcupboard.ca. For more information visit website: www.abbotsfordartscouncil.org.
Céilidh – last ceilidh of the season on Thursday June 11, 7-9:45 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, 9025 Glover Rd, Fort Langley. Enjoy the great music, lunch and fun. Tickets $5 at door includes the traditional Maritime lunch of tea biscuits and jam. Season opener and the first Ceilidh for Season 8 will be Thursday, Sept. 24. New performers contact Jack Williamson 604-888-7925 or jackwilliamson@telus.net
Aldergrove Veterans & Seniors 55+ Drop In Centre – join us at 27247 Fraser Hwy., Aldergrove. We prepare lunch for noon, a full, hot home-cooked meal including dessert, tea and coffee followed by games or just stop in for a coffee. Great place to meet your neighbours. Open 10 a.m., Tuesday to Friday.
Port Kells Art Club – Classes every Monday 10:00 – 1:00 with general meetings third Monday of each month. New members welcome. Annual membership $25. Club exhibits 3-4 times per year in community. Located in Langley on Fraser Hwy. Contact Rita Evans at 604-853-4006.
Ham Radio Luncheon – open to any amateur radio operator, third Monday of every month; 11:15 a.m. at Andreas Restaurant, 202 St. and 56 Ave. Pay your own bill, talk as long as you like. Info: 604-514-3851.
The Tenors – Under One Sky Tour, Friday, Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Charge by phone 1-855-985-5000, also available at: ticketmaster.ca, Prospera Box Office at Abbotsford Centre, all Ticketmaster outlets. Tickets (incl. GST) $39.50, $69.50, $99.50 (plus FMF and service charges) reserved seating, all ages. Info: www.livenation.com
TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly – a non profit weight loss support group meets Monday night and Tuesday morning in Aldergrove. For more information phone Susan at 604-856-1138 or Lynda at 604-856-8014.
Canada Day Kickoff Concert – Country 107.1 presents Emerson Drive with special guests Aaron Pritchett, King & Cash and Beamer Wigley, Tuesday, June 30, 6 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $15, 25, 35 and $49 (plus FMF and service charges) at: ticketmaster.ca, Prospera Box Office at Abbotsford Centre, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone 1-855-985-5000.
Jesse Cook – One World Tour, Saturday, Sept. 26 at Clarke Theatre, Mission. Also Monday, Sept. 28 at the Hub International Theatre, Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets $42.50 (plus facility fee & service charges) at all Ticketmaster locations. Charge by phone at 1-885-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca
Caring Hearts Gala – Saturday, Oct. 17, 6 p.m. to 12 midnight at Cascade Casino Resort, 20393 Fraser Hwy., Langley. Charitable all-ages event for Langley Care Foundation and the Langley Hospice Society. Live and silent auction, 3-course dinner, entertainment, dancing and much more. Individuals may purchase their tickets at caringheartsgala.wordpress.com/#GALA
2015 Extreme Freestyle Motocross World Tour – Saturday, Oct. 17, two shows at 2 and 7 p.m., at Abbotsford Centre. Reserved seating, all ages tickets (incl. GST) $15, $25, 35 (plus FMF and service charges). Also Pit Party & Athlete Autograph Session tickets: $10. Available at: ticketmaster.ca, Prospera Box Office at Abbotsford Centre, all Ticketmaster Outlets, by phone 1-855-985-5000.
Dean Brody and Paul Brandt Road Trip – with guest Lindi Ortega, Friday, Sept. 25, 7 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Reserved seating, all ages tickets (incl. GST) $39.50, $49.50, $79.50 (Plus FMF and service charges) available at ticketmaster.ca, Prospera Box Office at Abbotsford Centre, all Ticketmaster outlets. Charge by phone 1-855-985-5000. www.livenation.com
Aldergrove Toastmasters Leaders Club – meet the first and third Monday of each month from 6:45 to 8 p.m., upstairs room on the far right, 26245 – 28 Ave., Aldergrove. Info: president Millie McConnell, 604-825-3334.
Port Kells Art Club – Classes every Monday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. with general meetings third Monday of each month. New members, all levels of experience welcome. Annual membership $25. Club exhibits 3-4 times per year. Located in Langley on Fraser Hwy. Info: Rita Evans at 1-604-853-4006.
Yoga in the Country – at Jubilee Community Hall, 7989 Bradner Rd. Abbotsford, Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30. All levels welcome. Drop in fee $6 per session, bring a yoga mat. Certified instructors.
Glen Valley Watershed Society – Is the future of our local streams health important to you? Join a group of interesting, passionate people that are looking for others with the same interests in NE Langley/NW Abbotsford – to protect our waterways to ensure a healthy environment. Info: Lisa at stewardship@leps.bc.ca
Aldergrove Toastmasters – meets every Monday, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove Community Secondary School in room 125. Boost your self confidence; become a better speaker and have fun. Info: Vicki Austad, 604-856-5970.
Volunteer Drivers Needed – to help seniors. No special insurance needed. Kilometres reimbursed. Call Janice at 604-530-3020 Ext 302.
Square Dance Classes – Sundays at 12:30 p.m. at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, Fraser Hwy. at 273 Street. Singles and couples welcome, free admission, first three dances no experience. Info: call Tyler, 604-590-9039.
Aldergrove Art Club – join our friendly group every Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. at the OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 St., Aldergrove. Info: Laurie at 604-856-6990 or Sheila at 604-539-0225.
People in Pain Network – non-profit organization which assists people living with all types of chronic pain. A new, free Fraser Valley support group at Aldergrove’s Seventh-Day Adventist Church, on the third Tuesday each month from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at 26245 – 28 Ave., Aldergrove. Info: Dick e-mail at dick@pipain.com, or 604-928-0486.
Aldergrove ESL Classes – Free English as Second Language classes every Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Dunstans Anglican Church, 3025 – 264 Street, Aldergrove. All are welcome.
Classics Book Club – Join the lively discussion at this new book club and get acquainted with the great books of world literature. Meets on the first Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m. at Murrayville Library. Coffee provided.
Fort Langley Library Knitting Circle – Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Drop-in. Bring your knitting to the library and enjoy the companionship of working with others on your project. Beginners welcome. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca
Fraser Health Crisis Line – recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. Visit website www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line.
Post Abortion Healing Services – for post abortion healing support, please contact Tanya at Your Pregnancy Options, Aldergrove – info@yourpregnancyoptions.ca, 604-856-9151, www.yourpregnancyoptions.ca
Langley Amateur Radio Association — meets first Thursday of month at 7 p.m. at Brookswood Firehall #5, 20355 32nd Ave., Langley. Coffee and sweets provided. Info, email: Don dondee@shaw.ca
