Seniors’ Old Time Dances – every second Saturday, next date is Feb. 14, 1-4 p.m. at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 St. Only $6 per person, includes refreshments. Upcoming dates are Saturday, Feb. 28, March 14 and 28, no dance April 11, resumes on April 25, May 9 and 23, June 6 and 20. Summer break July and August, dances resume in September. Info: Gladys Andreas 604-576-7970.
Ukrainian Soul Food – Perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch available on Friday, Feb. 27 at a fundraiser from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 – 108 Ave, Surrey. Eat in, take away, or ready for your freezer. Info: 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313.
Baginners Taoist Tai Chi – Monday, 7:30-9 p.m. at St Dunstan’s Church, Aldergrove, from Feb. 23 to March 30. All-ages, teens, 19+ to seniors welcome.
Classical Guitar Concert – Antigoni Goni with special guests Jeff Bowman and Les Finnigan at KPU Langley, 20901 Langley Bypass, Sat., Feb. 28, 7:30-10 p.m. Doors open 7 p.m. Tickets are available online and at all KPU bookstores.
Abbotsford Women’s Connection – Gems and Friends Breakfast, Wed., Mar. 11 at Garden Park Tower, Azalea Room at 2825 Clearbrook Rd. Cost: $11, featuring Colleen May, a gemstone artist, and speaker Jeannie Bargen will share the “Joys and Jolts of Genuine Friendship.” Reservations: Joyce 604-744-5159 or Rose 604-852-8240 or abbyconnectreservations@gmail.com
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. Most questions can be answered. Info: 604-514-3951.
International Women’s Day – Celebrate International Women’s Day at Muriel Arnason Library: enjoy henna, displays, and international refreshments, Sunday, March 8, 2-4 p.m.
Conversation Circle – Practice your English at the library. Improve your conversation skills, learn about the library’s ESL resources, and meet new friends. Please pre-register. Walnut Grove Library, Thursdays, until April 30, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Fundraising Barn Dance – March 7, 7 p.m. at the Southridge Community Church, 22756 – 48 Ave., Langley. This is a fun family friendly event enjoyed by all, to benefit Harmony Music Society. Scottish country dancing with West Coast Fiddlers and Tartan Players, with caller Louise Steinway, and a wide array of delicious food and snacks. Amazing silent auction items up for grabs. Tickets $15 adult, $10 child, $35 family, advance tickets call 604-312-7578.
Pet Lover Show – Feb. 27-March 1, Friday: 3-8 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at TRADEX, 1190 Cornell Street, West Abbotsford. Admission: Adult (16+ years) $12, Senior (65+) or youth (6-15) $8, Child (5 years and under) free, Family (2 youth, 2 adults) $32, Friday only Family Pass $20. Tickets can be purchased in advance online: visit www.PetLoverShow.ca
3D Printing – Saturday, March 14, 2-4 p.m. at City of Langley Library. Join members of 3D604 for an afternoon of discussion and demonstrations of 3D printing. Drop in anytime during the program to discover this exciting technology in action. Bring your questions for guest experts. Drop-in.
Murrayville Library Art Exhibit – featuring the colours and sights of the warmer season. The Library’s Art Club is exhibiting a variety of paintings in acrylic, oil, and watercolour. The show runs until March 13. Opening reception is Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. Murrayville Library is located at 22071 – 48 Avenue. Info: 604-533-0339.
87th Annual Bradner Flower Show – “The Good, The Bad & The Bug-ily.” Find out everything there is to know about the good bugs in your garden and how to use them to your advantage, April 10, 11 and& 12t, daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bradner Hall and School, 5305 Bradner Rd., Abbotsford. Fun for all ages, admission still only $2. Opening ceremony, Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday/Sunday chefs, local wineries, special speakers and live music. Lots of interesting displays, crafts, art and food. Info: Facebook.com/BradnerHall or email bradnerflowershow@gmail.com
Downsizing to a Smaller Living Space – useful tips for preparing for, organizing, and simplifying your residential move. Wednesday, March 18, 1:30-3 p.m., at Langley Senior Resource & Recreation Centre, 20605 – 51B Ave. Register at 604-530-3020. Drop-ins welcome. Free, open to the public.
Conversation Circle – Practice your English at the library. Improve your conversation skills, learn about the library’s ESL resources, and meet new friends. Please pre-register. Walnut Grove Library, Thursdays, until April 30, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
The Lonely: A Tribute To Roy Orbison – starring singer Mike Demers with band, Thursday, March 26 at the Cascades Casino Summit Theatre in Langley. Tickets are $32.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at Casino Guest Services (604-530-2211) and www.ticketweb.ca
Interosculate Exhibition – March 6 to 27 at S’Eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery in Building B on the Abbotsford UFV Campus. The show will include a diverse selection of inventive works including 2D and 3D, conceptual, inter-disciplinary, new media and multimedia practices. Opening reception Friday, March 6, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
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.
WWE Live Road To Wrestlemania Tour – Friday, March 13, Abbotsford Centre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets (incl. GST) $20, $35, $65, $100 (plus FMF and service charges), available at: ticketmaster.ca, Prospera Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets, By phone 1-855-985-5000.
Barney Bentall, Jim Byrnes and John Mann – Thursday, March 12 at the 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
Brent Butt – comedian returns Thursday, March 12 at the Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley. Tickets $39.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) from Casino Guest Services. Charge by phone at 604-530-2211 or online at www.ticketweb.ca
Abbotsford After 5 – invites ladies of all ages to “Love Notes Dinner” on Monday, Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m. at ABC Restaurant, 32080 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford. Father’s Daughter, a very talented young ladies’ trio from Abbotsford, will delight with a selection of musical pieces. Marline Steele, a Canadian curling champion, will share her journey of “grieving to gratefulness.” Cost: $18. Reservations: Pat at 604-856-7513 or email dfolson@shaw.ca
Colin James: Up Close And Personal – an acoustic tour with special guest Chris Caddell, Sunday, May 10 at the Clarke Theatre in Mission. Also on Monday, May 11 at the HUB International Theatre at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets are $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
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 in community. 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.
Chilliwack – Thursday, Feb. 26 at the Arts Centre & Theatre in Maple Ridge. Tickets are $37.50 (plus facility fee & service charges) available at the Arts Centre & Theatre Box Office. Charge by phone at 604-476-2787 or online at www.theactmapleridge.org. Also Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Hub International Theatre at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets are $18.95 (plus facility fee & service charges) available at Centre Box Office. Charge by phone at 604-391-7469 or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca
Rod Black – with Me And Mae, Sunday, Feb. 22 at Gabby’s Country Cabaret in Langley. Tickets are $22.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at TicketWeb. Charge by phone at 1-888-222-6608 or online at www.ticketweb.ca.
Carpet Bowling – at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 – 273 Street, on Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. Cost per person is $1.
TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly – a non profit weight loss support group, evening group meets Monday night in Aldergrove. Tuesday morning chapter meets at the Clubhouse, 27435 – 29A Street, Aldergrove, at 10 a.m. Info: Susan at 604-856-1138 or Lynda at 604-856-8014.
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 for all animals. Info: Lisa at stewardship@leps.bc.ca
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.
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
