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JD Farms 3rd Annual Fall Festival

cadijordan — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:49:40 +0000

Join JD Farms for: Live Music by “32nd Avenue” (www.32ndaveband.com) ,Face painting by Madame Butterfly ,Mr. Flowers Balloons ,Otter 4 H Club Animals ,House of “Q” (www.houseofq.com) Krause Berry Farms (www.krauseberryfarms.com) Well Seasoned-a gaurmet food store( www.wellseasoned.ca) Aldergrove Rotary BBQ – all proceeds go to the Terry Fox Foundation! And much, MUCH more!

September 18th
JD Farms ~ 24726 52nd Avenue, Langley
Ring: 604-856-2431
www.jdfarms.ca

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Langley Country Celebrations

cadijordan — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:28:16 +0000

Oh the charm of an old-fashioned Fall Fair! Campbell Valley Country Celebration, Township of Langley 10am – 5pm. There will be plenty to see and do: meet all kinds of animals; milk a cow at the mobile dairy classroom; stroll and shop for crafts, preserves, and home baking; live musical entertainment; win great prizes donated by vendors and exhibitors! Hosted by Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Cost: $2 –adults, $1 children (7-12), free for children under 6 yrs and seniors (65+).

September 18th – September 19th
Campbell Valley Regional Park – entrance off 8th Avenue, east of 200th Street, Langley
Ring: 604-432-6359
www.metrovancouver.org/countrycelebration

September Charity Spotlight: Hope International

Brianna Carson — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:21:16 +0000

There are two reasons you should support Hope International. The first is very basic, but very forgotten in our present culture: most of the rest of the world is poor. We are rich. In my view, this predicament infers a responsibility on our part. I hear a lot of people talking about how lucky we are, how we need to be grateful because we have so much. What about how we have a responsibility to share with those less fortunate? As I see it, being more fortunate gives us the opportunity to give, not the right to hoard.

The second reason is that Hope International has a very low percentage going to administrative costs. Looking into more and more charities, I see this as a big problem. No one at Hope International is getting rich, and that’s the way it should be. The organization was conceptualized in 1975 by the current executive director David Mackenzie and a close group of friends. Finding it impossible to go on ignoring the needs of the poor in other countries, the group formed to send money overseas. Today Hope International works in Ethiopia, Pakistan, Myanmar, China, Cambodia, among many more countries. They are involved in feeding programs, agriculture, women’s rights and education, as well as clean water programs.

by cambodia4kidsorg

Twice a year, Hope International holds fundraising dinners to raise money for specific projects. This year, they’re raising money for the poor in Ethiopia. You’re invited to attend in Abbotsford on Wednesday October 20^th to watch a film about the cause and have dinner. Dinner is free, but be ready to donate to this worthy cause. Click here to reserve tickets.

Who: Hope International

What: An international organization that gives hope to the poor through programs to feed, clothe, educate and house them.

Where: Ethiopia, Pakistan, Cambodia, Swaziland, Bangladesh, Philippines, Myanmar, China, Sri Lanka, and many more.

Why: It started as a small project for a group of friends to respond to poverty in the third world, and developed into the organization it is today.

How You Can Get Involved: Attend the annual Abbotsford dinner where you can learn more about the organization and donate money. The dinner is free, and a great opportunity to learn more about what’s going on in the world and how you can help. If you’d like to volunteer at the dinner or finding local business sponsorship, contact Hope International via their website.

BBQ On The Bypass

admin — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 21:51:57 +0000

Langley’s Well Seasoned presents the 5th Annual BBQ On The Bypass on September 19, 2010. From 10AM – 5PM the public is invited to this free event which features BBQ samples, a kid’s ‘mini pitmasters’ area, live music and much more.

30 teams will be competing for the BC Cup in the province’s finest BBQ competition. This is the first annual Great BC Bakeoff as well, mmm mmm! Do you make a mean sweet pie? Enter it in the competition!

Visitors to this year’s event can enter to win a Baotian Scooter from Scooter King in Langley.

BBQ on the Bypass at Well Seasoned
www.bbqonthebypass.com
20771 Langley Bypass, Langley
Ring: 604.530.1518

FV Frugal Fun: Library Adventures!

Shannon Clattenburg — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 19:25:10 +0000

Let’s face it – getting ready for back to school can be an expensive time of year. Between the “must have” new clothes and those expensive graphing calculators, the left over budget for entertainment can be fairly small. That’s why this month, we bring you a Fraser Valley Frugal Adventure that’s fun and completely free of charge: your local library!

Not just for booklovers anymore, our Fraser Valley libraries have changed greatly in the past few years. Between the 18 libraries from Hope to White Rock, you can be sure there is always something entertaining taking place at any one of the locations. From Jazz Sessions and Poetry Nights at the Clearbook Library in Abbotsford, to Conversationlist Spanish Lessons in Maple Ridge, libraries have become a great place to gather, meet new friends, and be entertained.

by Rapid City Public Library

It’s always nice to take classes and learn new things, and especially nice when doing so isn’t accompanied by a high price tag. Although almost all reoccuring programs and events at the library require registration, the majority of them are actually free (and some of them even come with a snack)!

A few highlighted events:

Enchanted Evening Storytimes
Clearbrook Library
Runs every Monday from September 13th – November 29th
7:00pm – 7:30pm

Evening Book Club
Murrayville Library
Last Wednesday of every month
7:00pm – 8:00pm

Family Games Nights
Pitt Meadows Library
Sept. 29th, Oct. 27th, Nov. 24th

Close Knit – Knitting Club
Langley Library
Tuesdays
3:30pm – 5:30pm

Check out the Fraser Valley Regional Library Events & Programs page for more details and other great programs for children, adults and the whole family to enjoy!

Missed all the events at your library for the day? Stop in anyways to browse the business section to learn a new skill, check out the craft section for home decor inspiration, or borrow a few gourmet recipe books for an adventure in the kitchen. Between the books regularly stocked in the library and the literally thousands of books available by request - the possibilities are endless.

Not sure where to start? With Hallowe’en and Christmas coming up around the corner, books like Matthew Mead’s Monster Book of Hallowe’en and Better Homes & Gardens Best of Christmas Ideas are filled with great frugal and fun ways to decorate for the holidays. With a little imagination, you’re bound to wind up with more than a few great ideas to keep busy on a Saturday afternoon!

Visit the Fraser Valley Regional Library website to locate the library nearest you!

Spotlight: September 6, 2010 – Zenberry

Kristi Ferguson — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:26 +0000

It’s always so interesting to hear how one person’s entrepreneurial journey began. Oftentimes they had known their plan all along, but other’s life paths take them to a place that shines a beacon light on an opportunity.

Skye Peyton has a lengthy background in the hospitality industry. A few years ago he was working in sales for a company that sold food service machines; frozen yogurt machines in particular. Taking his knowledge of these machines mixed with the desire to spend more time with his young family, Skye decided to break free from corporate land and open up his own venture: Zenberry.

Zenberry is a frozen yogurt and espresso bar located in Pitt Meadows. This funky, comfy boutique-style cafe would not be out of place in a big city, but it’s here, in our Fraser Valley! Skye noticed the influx of young families moving to the valley from the city and wanted to provide them with somewhere they could come to relax, grab a drink or a healthy frozen yogurt.

Did we just type ‘healthy frozen yogurt’? Indeed! This frozen yogurt is not masquerading as ice cream. Made on-site at Zenberry, it has a tangy, delicious yogurt taste which pairs perfectly with fresh fruits, cereals, chocolate chips or any of the other 20 toppings available. For breakfast, a snack or dessert, Zenberry’s nut-free frozen yogurt is a (nearly) guiltless indulgence. For those with lactose intolerance, a tasty blood orange sorbet is available. It is yummy!

Serving up the finest espresso and blended coffee/tea drinks, Zenberry is a fabulous place to catch up with a friend, meet a business contact for a drink or spend some ‘me time’ relaxing. If you work on the road, Zenberry also offers wi-fi. Meetup and networking groups are welcome at Zenberry, as are Mommy and baby gatherings.

Skye’s goal is to create a relaxed, non-pretentious, personalized coffee bar experience for his customers and we believe he has succeeded. Each time we visit, customers are greeted by name and often he already has their drinks on the go when we sees them coming!

Stop by soon to check out this great little gem. We highly recommend the roiboos tea latte, complete with fabulous latte art, or the yogurt topped with raspberries and fresh blueberries. De-lish. Parking is available out front, but if that is full there is underground parking behind the cafe.

Zenberry Frozen Yogurt & Espresso Bar
www.zenberry.ca
7-12350 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows
Ring: 604.459.1885

BC Teen Challenge Walk-A-Thon

cadijordan — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:25:06 +0000

BC Teen Challenge walkers will join together to help change the lives of people seeking freedom from life-controlling addiction. Each walker is responsible to raise at least $50 and tax receipts will be issued for pledges totaling $20 or more. Refreshments, prizes, entertainment and more! 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Come on out and support Teen Challenge!

September 18th, 2010
Mill Lake Park , 2310 Emerson St, Abbotsford
Ring: 604-575-3930 ext 21
http://www.bcteenchallenge.com/walk/

CPR Magic Lantern Prints from 1885-1930

cadijordan — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:10:20 +0000

Join MSAMuseum for this rare opportunity to view a historical showcase of images. Scanned from vintage Magic Lantern glass slides, this is a unique exhibit of 50 framed prints from 1885-1930. Join us for intriguing first look at our Canadian past, full or beauty and opportunity!

August 15th – October 20th
2313 Ware Street, Abbostsford
Ring: 604-853-0313
www.msamuseum.ca

Trethewey House Autumn Wine Festival

cadijordan — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 03:42:28 +0000

Enjoy wine from a selection of local wineries, elegant finger food by Marcel of Design by Desire Caterers, entertainment, and music of the era! 7:00- 10:00 p.m.

October 23rd, 2010
2313 Ware Street, Abbostford
Ring: 604-853-0313
www.msamuseum.ca

The Autumn Light Festival

cadijordan — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 03:35:00 +0000

Join MSAMuseum at Mill Lake Park for a free family night (near the Bevan Road Parking Lot) Story time, labyrinth lantern making, parade with lanterns, and fireworks! 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

September 18th, 2010
2313 Ware Street, Abbotsford
Ring: 604-853-0313
www.msamuseum.ca