Seniors Old Time Dances – every second Saturday at OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 St., Aldergrove. Nov. 14, 28, Dec. 12. $6 per person includes refreshments and snacks. Music provided by alternating bands: Ukrainian Prairie Band, Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers, Hazelmere Heritage Fiddlers.
Aldergrove Old Age Pensioners – monthly meeting Monday, Nov. 16, 1 p.m. at the OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 Street. Potluck supper will be held Sunday, Nov. 29, 5 p.m. at the OAP Hall. Friends and seniors welcome.
Handel Society Fall Concert – to commemorate 70 years since the end of WWII. Program of Maurice Durufle’s Requiem and Joseph Haydn’s Mass In Time Of War, with Anna Shill soprano, Tamara Croft mezzo soprano, Mard De Silva tenor and Andrew Greenwood baritone. Friday, Nov. 27, 7:30-10 p.m. at Sts. Joachim and Ann Church, 2827-273 St., Aldergrove. All-ages welcome, call 604-591-2632 to reserve tickets: $20 adult, $15 senior/student, free to ages 12 and under. Info: http:www.handelsociety.ca
Fort Langley’s Céilidh – kitchen party with live music, Thursday, Nov. 19, 7 to 9:45 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, 9025 Glover Rd, Fort Langley. Enjoy traditional music, song and fun. Tickets are $5 at the door. Includes a traditional Maritime lunch of tea biscuits and jam. Next Ceilidh will be Dec. 10. Performers contact: Jack Williamson 604-888-7925 or jackwilliamson@telus.net
Port Kells Art Club Classes – every Monday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with general meetings third Monday of each month at 1 p.m. New members all levels of experience welcome. Annual membership $30. Club exhibits three to four times per year in community. Located at 20701 Fraser Hwy. in Langley. Info: Linda Hamilton at 604-287-6799.
Your Family History Tool Kit – A search for your family story can take you to many websites. Join writer and researcher Brenda L. Smith for a look at the tools you can assemble to become a successful family historian. Equip yourself to uncover, assess, and report your findings. Pre-register at Muriel Arnason Library. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 7-8 p.m.
Wintersong, A Celebration of the Season – Langley Community Chorus presents three matinee shows: • Saturday, Nov. 21, 3 p.m. at Langley Mennonite Fellowship, 20997 – 40 Avenue, Langley; • Saturday, Nov. 28, 3 p.m. at United Churches of Langley, 21562 Old Yale Road, Langley; • Sunday, Nov. 29, 3 p.m. at St. Dunstan’s Anglican Church, 3025 – 264 Street, Aldergrove. Info: Victor Kirkman at 604-530-2750 or see website www.langleychorus.org
Darby Mills’ Birthday Bash with Headpins – Thursday, Dec. 3 at the Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley. Tickets $42.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) from Casino Guest Services. Charge by phone at 604-530-2211 or online at www.ticketweb.ca
Argonautika – UFV Theatre Department presents Argonautika by Mary Zimmerman from Nov. 12-29, at Chilliwack North Campus, 45635 Yale Rd. Evening performances Nov. 12-13, 19-21 and 26-28 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday matinees Nov. 15, 22 and 29 at 2 p.m. Weekday matinees Nov. 17 and 25 at 12 p.m. Regular tickets are $21 adults, $16 seniors and students. Visit ufv.ca/theatre or call 604-795-2814 for tickets.
Brett Kissel – in concert with Jordan Mcintosh, Sun., Nov. 15 at Clarke Theatre, Mission. Tickets $37.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) available at all Ticketmaster locations. Charge by phone at 1-885-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca
Weavers & Spinners Guild – 35th annual Juried Exhibit and Sale, Sunday, Nov. 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Whonnock Lake Centre in the main hall. Handweaving, handspinning, handkitting, basketry, felting and guest artists. Enjoy a tea or coffee and home-made cookies by donation. Info: www.whonnockweaversandspinners.org
Creekside Villa`s Annual Craft and Bake Sale – Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 27435 – 29A Ave. Aldergrove. Charitable all-ages event with no admission charge and free coffee. Wide variety of crafts. Donations to the Aldergrove Food Bank collected.
Corb Lund – with his band The Hurtin’ Albertans, Sunday, Jan. 31, 7:30 p.m. at Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Avenue, Mission. Tickets $42.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at Ticketmaster. Charge by phone at 1-885-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca
Singalong Songfests – join in or listen while the Autumn-Tones celebrate “the old tunes” with singalongs in Abbotsford, Mondays, 1-3 p.m. All ages, genders and ethnicities welcome. Song lyrics are provided. Instruments invited (piano and organ available) at the ASAA Drop-in Centre, on Cyril St, Abbotsford. Info: Ed 604-853-8624.
Around the World in 80 Days – Gallery 7 Theatre presents on Nov. 11-14, 7:30 p.m. with discount matinees on Nov. 14, 2 p.m. at Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford. Purchase at House of James, 2743 Emerson Street, Abbotsford (1-800-665-8828 or 604-852-3701) or online at www.gallery7theatre.com.
Three’s A Party Tour 2015 – Featuring Jason Blaine, Tebey and James Otto, Friday, Nov. 27 at Clarke Theatre, Mission. Tickets $32.50 (Plus Facility Fee & Service Charges) available at all Ticketmaster locations. Charge by phone at 1-885-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca
Cirque Musica – Holiday Spectacular, Sunday, Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $25, $45, $55 & $80 (Plus FMF & service charges) available at: abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets, By phone 1-855-985-5000.
Christmas Craft Fair – Nov 13-14 at Saints Joachim and Ann Parish in Aldergrove, 2827 – 273 St. Friday, Nov. 13, 4-9 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handmade goods from local artisans and crafters, along with baked goods and preserves. Whether you’re looking for the perfect present, charming Christmas ornaments, or the ultimate strawberry jam, you’ll find it here. Serving chili and pie for supper on Friday night, or homemade soup, sandwiches, perogies on Saturday afternoon.
Johnny Reid – with Aaron Goodvin, JJ Shiplett and special appearance by Natalie MacMaster, Tuesday, Feb. 2 at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets: $42.75, $62.75, $77.75 (plus FMF & service charges) reserved seating, all ages. Charge by Phone 1-855-985-5000 or ticketmaster.ca, Prospera Box Office at Abbotsford Centre, Ticketmaster outlets.
ESL Classes – free English as a second language classes, start Sept. 15 every Tuesday, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Dunstan’s Anglican Church, 2035 – 264 St. All are welcome, no charge. Info: 604-856-5393.
Aldergrove Veterans & Seniors 55+ Drop In Centre – join us at 27247 Fraser Hwy. We prepare a full, hot, home cooked meal including tea, coffee and dessert which we start serving at 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., followed by games. Great place to meet new people, drop in for a coffee to see what we are all about. Open 10 a.m., Tuesday to Friday.
Carpet Bowling – at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 Street, on Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. Cost per person is $1. 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.
Natalie Macmaster and Donnell Leahy – Two Fiddles Two Pianos Tour, Thursday, Nov. 26 at Clarke Theatre, Mission. Tickets $42.50 (plus facility fee & service charges) available at all Ticketmaster locations. Charge by phone at 1-885-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca.
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.
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.
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 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.
So You Think You Can Dance – Saturday, Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $45, $52.50, $59.50, $69.50 (plus FMF & service charges) reserved seating, all ages. Charge by Phone 1-855-985-5000, also available at: ticketmaster.ca, Prospera Box Office at Abbotsford Centre, all Ticketmaster outlets.
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
