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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

Cory & Bronwen

Spring in the Fraser Valley is one of the best times of the year. Everything starts to blossom and bloom, and people start thinking about getting out into their gardens.

There is no better place to celebrate the arrival of the season of renewal than with The Abbotsford Tulip Festival that kicks off on March 25th and runs until May 1st. The What’s On Abbotsford staff is tickled pink to being one of the Sponsors of this event and can hardly wait to get out into the fi elds with our cameras to capture the beauty of the mighty Tulip.

The Festival runs for fi ve weeks, and is open from 9 am to 6 pm daily and invites everyone to celebrate the beauty of the tulips and the Dutch Heritage of the Fraser Valley.

What’s On Abbotsford was very proud to learn that Co-Publisher Cory Cassel has been nominated as a Champion of Diversity for the Annual Cultural Diversity Awards sponsored by the Abbotsford Community Services Society. All of the What’s On Abbotsford staff will be attendance at the Awards and are so delighted to be part of a community that is not only so diverse, but takes the time to recognize it!

Happy Spring Everyone! There are so many events in the community to keep you busy and active in the next two months!

Spring has arrived and the Tulips are in bloom!

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March Cascadia Live – A Brass

Spectacular

March 1, 2pmMatsqui Centennial Auditorium, Abbotsford. Presented by Cascadia Wind Ensemble Featuring the brilliant Dr. Lewis on trumpet. Tickets $15 Students/Seniors $10www.cascadiawindensemble.org

Abbotsford Chamber of

Commerce and Surrey Board of

Trade

Agricultural Industry ReceptionMarch 2, 6pm – 8pmKwantlen Polytechnic University-Cloverdale Campuswww.abbotsfordchamber.com

Fraser Valley Stage presents

Guys & Dolls

March 2 - 4, 7pmMarch 5, 2pm & 7pm Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent WayMusical show highlighting the antics of high-rollin’ crap shooters, their scatter-brained girlfriends and the resolute mission members with lively dance routines and classic songs, such as Luck Be a Lady and Sit Down You’re Rocking the Boat.Tickets available online at www.fraservalleystage.com orProspera Credit Union, (West Oaks Branch, 3071 South Fraser Way) orcall 604-854-5463.

UFV THEATRE Presents Twelfth

Night

By William Shakespeare

March 3 - 20March 3,4,10,11,12,17,18,19 – 7:30pmMarch 6,13,20 – 2pmUFV Performance Theatre, 45635 Yale, ChilliwackTickets at www.ufv.ca/theatre or call 604.795.2814

VALLEY CONCERT SOCIETY

Thomas Pandolfi , Classical PianistMarch 4, 7:30pmMatsqui Centennial Auditoriumwww.valleyconcertsociety.com604.289.3377

B.C. Boat & Sportsmen’s

Show/B.C. Hunting Show

March 4 – 6Fri. 12pm – 9pmSat. 9am – 6pmSun. 10am – 5pmTradex Exhibition CentreInformation – Call 1.877.888.7111

Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity

Awards

Presented by Abbotsford Community Services March 4, 6pmRamada Plaza & Conference CentreWith Master of Ceremonies Fred LeeTickets & Information – [email protected] Down Town Abby Concert

Gateway Community Church

March 5, 7pmCalvinDyck/West Coast Chamber OrchestraThe Alumni Project/Alison Nystrom, SopranoFeaturing The Best Of British Music Includes Tea & Biscuits at IntermissionTickets at House of James & King Music, Abbotsford

5th Annual St. Patrick’s Day

Dance & Silent Auction

March 5, 6pm Dinner 7pmAbbotsford – Sumas Rotary ClubBradner HallEmail [email protected] for details & tickets

Blanket BC Society’s

Annual General Meeting

March 5, 1:30pm - 4pmYuk Yuk’s Abbotsford2509 Pauline Ave, Abbotsford, BCVisit www.BlanketBC.org for more info.

BRIDGING THE GAP

TRANSITIONS

The Abbotsford Special Needs Advisory Committee & Abbotsford School District Learning Support Services Department March 5, 1pm - 4pmAbbotsford Middle SchoolThe event will feature presentations from service providers about how families who have children and youth with special needs can prepare for when their child moves on to adult services. There will also be a resource fair where youth and families can connect with service providers in our community to learn more about what support they provide. This is a free event, however registration is encouraged. For more information, please visit abbotsfordspecialneeds.com.

Red Tape Productions presents

LIVE music in Historic Down

Town Abbotsford

Featuring Anchoress, Air Combat, Blessed & P.I.S.S- (Hardcore/Punk music)March 5th, doors open at 7pm $7 @ the door, 33737 George Ferguson WayALL AGES NO BOOZE OR DRUGShttps://www.facebook.com/events/1009512529092296/

HEART & Special Guest Joan Jett

and the Blackhearts

Abbotsford CentreMarch 7, 7:30pmwww.abbotsfordcentre.ca

PALENSTINE FILM SCREENINGS

AT UFV

Abbotsford Campus “The Gatekeepers” March 7, 3pm (Room A121)Admission FreeInformation – Phillip at [email protected]


Commerce

Annual General Meeting with Guest Speaker Jon Garson, President and CEO, BC Chamber of CommerceMarch 9, 11:30am – 1:30pmCascade Community Churchwww.abbotsfordchamber.com

Abbotsford Legion Benefi t

Dinner

March 9, 9am - 2pmAbbotsford LegionFor More Info – 604.853.1711Email [email protected] www.abbylegion.ca

AYC Youth Centre

March 7 – 10, 2:30pm – 5pm2499 McMillanFree Drop In604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

MRC Youth Centre

March 11, 2:30pm – 10pm3106 ClearbrookFree Drop In604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

Floor Hockey Night (12 – 18yrs)

March 10, 7pm - 8:30pmAg-Rec Centre Building – Gate 2Free Drop In604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

Open Gym (12 – 18yrs) Free

March 11, 9pm – 10pmMarch 12, 7:30pm – 10pm2499 McMillan604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

Fraser Valley Blues Society

Friday Night Jam SessionMarch 11, 7:30pmEagles Hall, 33686 Essendene Everyone Welcome – No CoverCash Only. Info www.fraservalleyblues.com



March 5: AMFA coaching clinic - 930am at the Showbarn

March 12: AMFA umpire clinic

April 9 & 10: AMFA opening day

REGISTER NOW AT amfa.ca

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The Sky’s No Limit – Girls Fly

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March 12 & 13Abbotsford Airport, 1255 Townline RdInformation – www.girlsfl y2.ca

ARC Youth Centre (12 – 18yrs)

March 12, 7pm – 10pm2499 McMillanFree Drop In604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

AYC Babysitter Training (11 –

15yrs)

March 14, 9am – 4:30pmSweeney Neighbourhood Centre 33355 Bevan $50 Includes Handbook & Certifi cate604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

SUNDAY FAMILY ARTS

March 13 & 20, April 10 & 24, 1pm - 3pm Bring the whole family out for our fun crafts sessions in the studio.Admission is FREE. Pre-registration requiredwww.thereach.ca/events-programs

SPRING BREAK CAMP

Heritage Camp @ Trethewey HouseMarch 14, 10:30am - 2:30pmAges 6 – 12 - $35.00Be a history detective and uncover the mysteries of the past!Camp takes place at Trethewey House.To Register, call 604.853.0313 or online at msamuseum.ca/category/events

SPRING BREAK CAMPS

EcoDairy in Partnership with Science World in AbbotsfordMarch 14 - 18, 9am – 3 pmMarch 21 - 25, 9am – 3 pmFor Information – [email protected] OR www.ecodairy.ca

BARRAGE 8

March 15, 7 pm Abbotsford Arts CentreCalgary’s own International touring sensation With Calvin Dyck, the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra and

The Langley Community School

Cello Ensemble

Tickets available at House of James - 604.852.3701 orKing’s Music – 604.853.5996

SPRING BREAK CAMP: Art Camp:

Modernism @ The Reach

March 15, 16, 17, 18, 10:30am-2:30pmAges 6 – 12 - $140.00Explore the art of Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol and Emily Carr through art history, painting, sculpture and printmaking! PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDwww.thereach.ca/events-programs


Commerce

Business After BusinessMarch 17, 4:30pm – 6:00pmSandman Hotel Abbotsford Airportwww.abbotsfordchamber.com

Canuck Place Spring Clothing

Drive

March 18, 8am – 6pm 32772 Marshall Road, AbbotsfordContact information Jeffrey Thiessen -778.880.4854

Creative Stitches And Crafting

March 18 – 19Fri. 9am – 6pmSat. 9am – 5 pmTradex Exhibition CentreEmail For information – [email protected]


Nigel Mack Concert/Dance March 19, 7pmEagles Hall, 33686 EssendeneTickets $20 Advance www.fraservalleyblues.comTickets At Eagles Hall, A & d Music, Long & McQuade

SPRING BREAK CAMP

Heritage Camp @ Trethewey HouseMarch 21, 10:30am-2:30pmAges 6 – 12 - $35.00Go to school in 1920 for a day!Camp takes place at Trethewey House.To Register, call 604.853.0313 or online at msamuseum.ca/category/events

AYC Leadership Training

March 21, 9:30am – 4:30pmAg-Rec Building, Gate 232470 Haida DriveTeambuilding activities. $45604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

SPRING BREAK CAMP

Art Camp: Surrealism @ The ReachMarch 22, 23, 24, 10:30am-2:30pmAges 6 – 12 - $105.00Explore the art of Salvador Dali, Rene Magritte, Giorgio De Chirico and Meret Oppenheim through art history, painting, sculpture and printmaking! PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDwww.thereach.ca/events-programs

LORD OF THE DANCE –

DANGEROUS GAMES

Abbotsford CentreMarch 23, 7:30pmwww.abbotsfordcentre.ca

PALENSTINE FILM SCREENINGS

AT UFV

Abbotsford Campus“The Stones Cry Out: Story of Palestinian Christians”March 23, 5:30 pm (Room A252)Admission Free. Information – Phillip at [email protected]

ABBOTSFORD TULIP FESTIVAL

March 26 – May 136737 North Parallel Rd.Email for Details - [email protected] Call 604.751.6389

LEGENDS OF NASHVILLE

March 26, 7:30pmAbbotsford Centrewww.abbotsfordcentre.ca

EASTER BRUNCH

March 27, 9am – 2pmAbbotsford LegionFor More info – 604.853.1711Email [email protected] www.abbylegion.ca

APRIL

VALLEY CONCERT SOCIETY

Ensemble Vivant, Classical, Latin & JazzApril 1, 7:30pmMatsqui Auditoriumwww.valleyconcertsociety.com604.289.3377

Fraser Valley Food Show

April 1 -3Fri. 12 – 6pmSat. 10am – 6pmSun. 11am – 5pmTradex Exhibition CentreShowcasing the Magic of Food and Cooking.Information – www.fraservalleyfoodshow.com/

BLUE MAN GROUP

April 4, 7:30pmAbbotsford Centrewww.abbotsfordcentre.ca

THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE

April 6, 7pmAbbotsford Centrewww.abbotsfordcentre.ca

ZZ TOP

April 7, 7:30pmAbbotsford Centrewww.abbotsfordcentre.ca


Friday Night Jam Session

April 8, 7:30pmEagles Hall, 33686 Essendene Everyone Welcome – No CoverCash Onlywww.fraservalleyblues.com


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VOICES of the VALLEYVisit the new PERMANENT HISTORY EXHIBITION at The Reach Gallery Museum32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford | 604.864.8087 | thereach.ca

Museums play an important role in the stewardship of a community’s shared past

The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsfordis committed to preserving and sharing

the stories of our rich and diverse cultural heritage and showcasing the best in the visual arts from both inside and outside our community. The Reach collects artefacts, photographs and archival material thatdocuments the diversity of culturalheritage to establish an enduring record of Abbotsford’s past. In part due to their shared heritage mandate, The Reach and the MSA Museum Society are working

culture collection contains approximately14,500 artefacts, 240 linear feet of archival materials and an online photo archives of over 28,000 images and context.

The collections are used for exhibition,education, programming and researchfunctions. Members of the public often ask why we don’t have more of our collection on view. Like most museums,the majority of The Reach’s collections are not kept primarily on display. Historicobjects and archival material are fragileand can be compromised by exposure to

light, changes in temperature and other agents of deterioration. Museums play an important role in the stewardship of acommunity’s shared past, and wehouse our collections in a climatecontrolled, secure storage spacein order to protect them for future generations. When an exhibition isbeing planned, objects and artefacts areselected according to their relevance to the exhibition theme and that’s when these treasures are placed on public display.

The Reach collects objects and materials

and diverse cultural fabric. This includes:• a collection of artefacts that represent the history and diverse cultural heritage of Abbotsford: ethnology, textiles, furnishings, pieces signif icant to agriculture, fishing, transportation, recreation,communications, business and technology.• a collection of archival materials includingdocuments and digital media, photographs,

the history of Abbotsford or pieces held inthe permanent collections.

hink you have an object that will

Curator of Historical Collections. Keep in mind that the value of anobject is increased when moreis known about it. Who made it?How was it used? How did it comeo be in your possession? The swers to these types of questions

are important in our decisions to accept

objects. We also look at the condition of the object, whether or not we already have similar artefacts, and the object’s exhibition

potential. We’re excited to hear about your treasures, but please understand that we cannot accept all offers.

With exciting history exhibitions on right now, and many more planned for the upcoming years, drop by The Reach or Trethewey House to see the fascinating objects from our collections for yourself!

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88th Annual Bradner Flower

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April 8 & 9, 10am – 5pm dailyBradner Hall and School, 5305 Bradner Rd

Gallery 7 Theatre Present

THE SCHOOLHOUSE

April 8 & 9, 7:30pmApril 9 & 16, 2pmAbbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way. Tickets at House of James 604.852.3701/1.800.665.8828Information – www.gallery7theatre.com

JEFF DUNHAM: PERFECTLY

UNBALANCED TOUR


VIMY RIDGE MEMORIAL SERVICE

April 9, 6:45pmAbbotsford LegionFor More Info – 604.853.1711Email [email protected] www.abbylegion.ca

12 Annual Arty Awards – A

Tribute to the 80’s

Abbotsford Arts CouncilApril 9. Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. Email [email protected] Bamford & Joe Nichols

“Certifi ed Country Tour”


B.C. Skills Competition

Tradex Exhibition CentreFREE ADMISSION Email For Information – [email protected] Or Call 604.432.4229

B.C. Classic & Custom Car

April 15 – 17Fri. 5pm – 10pmSat. 10am - 10pmSun. 10am – 5pmTradex Exhibition CentreCall 604-539.7223 or email for information - [email protected]

Spring Market At Ramada

April 16, 10am – 4pmApril 17, 11am – 3pmRamada PlazaMore than 70 ArtisansEmail For Information [email protected] Call 604.785.0358


Commerce Luncheon

Healthcare in Abbotsford: It’s our BusinessApril 20, 11:30am – 1:30pmSandman Hotel & Suiteswww.abbotsfordchamber.com STARPOWER TALENT

April 22 – 24Abbotsford Arts CentreFree Admission

Volleyball BC 13/14 Valley

Championships

April 22 -24, Fri. 11am / Sat. 7am / Sun. 8amTradexContact [email protected]

Abbotsford School District

Presents NIGHTS OF MUSICApril 25 – Mowatt Secondary, Bateman Secondary, Clayburn Middle School, Colleen & Gordie Howe Middle School, Terry Fox Elementary & Clearbrook ElementaryApril 26 – ASSS, Yale Secondary, William A. Fraser Middle School, Mountain ElementaryApril 27 – Abbotsford traditional Secondary, Abbotsford Traditional Middle, Abby Middle School, Jackson Elementary, Dormick Park ElementaryApril 28 – ASIA Secondary, ASIA Middle School, ASIA North Poplar, Reimer Middle School, Bradner Elementary, Sandy Hill ElementaryAll Performances at 7pmAbbotsford Arts Centre

Fraser Valley Chambers of

Commerce Business Showcase

April 27, 3pm – 7pmRamada Plaza & Conference Centrewww.abbotsfordchamber.com

AYC Babysitter Training (11 –

15yrs) April 29, 9am – 4:30pmAg-Rec Building Gate 232470 Haida Drive$50 Includes Handbook & Certifi cateFree Drop In. 604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

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Recurring Events

Flea Market

Sundays, 6am – 4pmAbbotsford Exhibition Grounds 32470 Haida Dr.www.abbotsfordfl eamarket.com

Suburban Swing

Sundays, 8:30am – 11pmASAA Hall, 33889 Essendene Avewww.suburbanswing.com

The Abbotsford Legion hosts

Weekly BreakfastsSundays, 8:30am – 11:30amAbbotsford Legion, 2513 West Railway Ave. www.abbylegion.ca

Line Dancing

Mondays, 9am – 11:30amASAA 33889 Essendene [email protected]

Sing-a-long

Mondays, 1pm – 3pmASAA 2361 Cyril [email protected]

Connect Now Business Network

Events

2nd Tuesday of Each Month Connect Now Abbotsford Lunch & LearnInspired Infl uencer Speaker Series

2nd Tuesday Of Each Month

Connect Now Coffee Meeting at Sumas Mt. Café

Abbotsford Learning Plus

Program

Every Tuesday & Thursday, till April 19, 10am - 12pm Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 2499 McMillan Roadwww.learningplus.ca, [email protected], 778-808-7377

Happy Free Kids Events

Tuesdays, 10am – 11amSeven Oaks Shopping CentreRegister at Customer Service – 604-853.1339www.shopsevenokas.com/events

Square Dancing

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am – 10:30amASAA, 33889 Essendene AveEmail – [email protected]

Senior’s Exercise

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am -10:30amASAA, 33889 Essendene AveEmail – [email protected]

Carpet Bowling

Tuesdays and Thursdays Garden Park Tower – 2825 Clearbrook RdMore Info Call 604.853.5532

Partner Bridge

Tuesdays & Fridays, 1pm – 4pmASAA, 2361 Cyril St.Email – [email protected]

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Ballroom Dancing

Tuesdays, 7pm – 10pmASAA, 33889 Essendene AveEmail – [email protected]

3rd Wednesday of Each Month

Monthly Low Cost Workshop (Regular $249 But $40 for Members &$50 for Non-Members)

The Reach presents C3

Culture, Coffee & CookiesWednesdays, 10:30am – 11:30amThe Reach Gallery Museum Enjoy weekly stimulating one – hour cultural presentation in a relaxed, social setting.Register: 604-864-8087 Ext. 0Information www.thereach.ca

StoryTime

Wednesdays, 10:30 am – 11:30 pmAbbotsford Community Library 33355 Bevan Avewww.fvrl.bc.ca

Woodcarvers Central Fraser

Valley

Wednesdays, 6:30pm – 9pmYale Secondary School, Woodworking RoomAnyone interested in woodcarving – beginners welcomeContact Dave – [email protected]

AYC Guys Nite

Every Wednesday, 7pm – 8:30pmApr. 13 – June 1Getting Active with various fun activities. Financial Assistance is availableMore Info – www.abbyyouth.com

4th Thursday of Each Month

Women Now! Connect Now’s

Women’s Business Networking

Evening

To Register for All Connect Now events at www.connectnownetwork.comOr Call 778.823.2421

Fraser Valley Needlearts Guild

Evening Meeting

Thursdays, 6:30pm – 9:30pmUpstairs room At Save On Foods#101 – 1888 North Parallel Rd.Information at [email protected]

AYC Floor Hockey Night

Thursdays, 7pm – 8:30pmMarch 14 – June 9Ag-Rec Building Gate 2, 32470 Haida Drive604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

Karaoke

Every Friday, 7:30pm – 11:30pmAbbotsford Legion More Info – 604.853.1711Or Visit www.abbylegion.ca

Fish and Chips

1st Friday of the month, 5pm – 7pmAbbotsford LegionMore Info – [email protected]

The Abbotsford Flying Club

Meets 2nd Saturdays of each month7:30am – 4:30pmAbbotsford Flying Club 30540 Approach Drive Contact Steve Head – 604.703.0360

Kept in Stiches

Saturdays, 1pm – 3pmAbbotsford Community Library 33355 Bevan Avewww.fvrl.bc.ca

Meat Draw

Every Saturday, 2pm – 5pmAbbotsford Legion For more Info – 604-853-1711Email – [email protected] www.abbylegion.ca

System Sessions

Saturdays, Doors 9pm – 1amFoundation Bar in Abbotsford Powered by Emengy Nights feature local and International DJs. More info at www.emengy.com

Ongoing

Hidden Harmonies – Ross

Bollerup

The Reach Gallery

January 21 – March 6A recent body of work derived from the artist’s observations of the humble and multitudinous lifeforms that exist in the cracks and crevices of our lives. The artist’s process refl ects the complicated, and often unnoticed, compositions that surround us every day. www.thereach.ca

Shoalwan - Lyndal Osborne

January 21 – April 10Artist Talk January 22 at 7pm.The Reach Gallery - A large-scale installation comprised of 7,500 glass jars punctuated by elliptical islands made from organic materials collected by the artist on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, Edmonton and the Shoalhaven River, NSW, Australia. Artist Talk January 22 at 7pm.www.thereach.ca

Adrift in the Same Pond – Edith

Krause The Reach Gallery

January 21 – April 10A collection of human-sized woodcut portraits of swimmers and plankton, accompanied by a multi-media installation. Combined, the works underscore the interdependent relationship of all species. www.thereach.ca

AYC Girls Nite Out (12 – 16yrs)

April 11 – May 16, 7pm – 8:30pmGirls will try different funActivities throughout Abbotsford.604.854.8785www.abbyyouth.com

AYC Youth Nite Out

(12 – 16 yrs)

April 12 – May 31Guys and girls will join together to participate in activities Such as bowling, rock climbing and moreActivities are held throughout AbbotsfordFinancial Assistance is available.For more info – www.abbyyouth.com

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Martin’s Downtown • 604-820-0789 • 33157 1st Avenue, Mission • www.martinsdowntown.caOpen Daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Sunday - Thursday 9am-9pm Friday and Saturday 9am-10pm •

Weekend Brunch Features • Fully Licensed • Perfect for Birthdays, Anniversaries and other Celebrations - Group Bookings are Available for up to 40 in our Main Dining Room and 20 in our private Long Table Room.

Martin’s Downtown is located in the heart of Downtown Mission’sretail, restaurant and business area.

Our daytime service is warm and welcoming. As evening arrives, the lights dim, candles are lit and the music softens to provide a stylish dining atmosphere. At Martin’s we pride ourselves on using fresh local ingredients to craft our Menus. Our skilled Chefs combine their experience of 94 years to create Martin’s Downtown’s Classic Cuisine with time-honoured European tradition. Kerry and Laurel Martin and their staff invite you to relax and enjoy your time with friends and family while experiencing Classic Cuisine!

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Calgary’s own international touring sensation with Calvin Dyck, the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra &

Langley Community Music School Cello Ensemble

ABBOTSFORD ARTS CENTRE

$25 Adults | $23 Seniors | $12 Students (plus tax and fee)King’s Music (604-853-5996) or House of James

On March 15th, international fi ddle sensation Barrage 8 will present a show at the Abbotsford Arts Centre along with Calvin Dyck, the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra, and the Langley Cello Ensemble.

Barrage 8 is the latest project from John Crozman, Dean Marshall and Tony Moore, the original creators of the hit show Barrage. Utilizing the same energy, panache and innovative stage performance that Barrage was known for, Barrage 8 features all the instruments in the modern string family. The “8” in the name represents a re-imagining of the string octet: 5 violins, viola, cello and double bass. This instrumentation drives a rich and powerful sonic palette that further explores the musical diversity in the Barrage 8 compositions and arrangements.

The concert combines up-beat music with choreography, great lighting effects, video and visual backdrops. The members of Barrage 8 are auditioned, top-notch talent from all over North America. Currently on tour in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands, Barrage 8 is doing two stops in Canada on their world tour.

Barrage has entertained millions of people around the globe through international festivals, concert performances, special events and TV appearances. Their performances offer up a diverse fusion of cultures, musical styles and incredible performance vitality. The music combines layered vocal arrangements and pulsating

BARRAGEbeats and rhythms. The young hip cast delivers the show with amazing energy and musical virtuosity that will take your breath away.

Tickets are available at King’s Music or House of James. For more information see www.Barrage8.com


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Fraser Valley Academy of DanceProduction of

Saturday, May 14, 2016Clarke Theatre, Mission, BC

604-826-0097Music by

Alan MenkenLyrics byHoward Ashman & Tim RiceBook Adapted & Additional Lyrics byJim Luigs

Music Adapted & Arranged byBryan Louiselle

Based on the Screenplay byRon Clements & John Mucker

Ted Elliot & Terry Rosio

Aladdin JR is presented by special arrangement withAnd all authorized materials areSupplied by Music Theatre International, 421 West, NY 10019

Script, music, & all other material c2005 Disney Entertprises Inc, Disney’s Aladdin JR is a registered trademark of Disney Enterprises Inc.

2543 Montrose Ave @ S.Fraser Way, AbbotsfordTel: 604-855-9166 • www.jazz-ma-tazz.com

Pointe ShoesLarge Range Available

Dance CasesDream Duffel, Suitcase

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #15 - ASM Abbotsford2513 West Railway St. Abbotsford, BC V2S 2E5

Phone 604-853-1711 • www.abbylegion.ca email: [email protected]

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Legion Benefi t DinnerMarch 19th, 4pm - 8pm

Easter BrunchMarch 27th, 9am - 2pm

Vimy Ridge Memorial ServiceApril 9th, 6:45pm

Public welcome to all events, check Branch website for more details

Get a new perspective on power at the Powerhouse at Stave Falls.Whether it’s guided or self-guided, any tour at the Powerhouse at Stave Falls will be high energy. Plus, you’ll get to play with interactive displays and learn how power is made.

Plan your visit at bchydro.com/stavefalls. To book your tour email [email protected] or call 604 462 1222.

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Wednesday, April 27, 2016 3:00PM - 7:00PMRamada Plaza & Conference Centre

(36035 North Parallel Road, Abbotsford)

networking event of the year!

Presented by the Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce:

Want to exhibit?

Chamber Member Exhibit Space Non-Member Exhibit Space

Why should you attend?

www.abbotsfordchamber.com

9th Annual Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce

Business Showcase

Thank you to our sponsors!


CIVL-FM’s first-ever Fraser Valley Music Awards are now calling for submissions from Fraser Valley musicians. The submission period opened February 1 and runs until March 31. Artists of all genres and ages are encouraged to submit their music to the FVMA Jury by completing the Submission Form at civl.ca/fvma. Winners will be announced at the Fraser Valley Music Awards gala in July. Winners (and in some cases, Nominees) will receive a wide variety of free products and services, including recording studio time, feature media coverage, placement in summer music festivals, consultations with music industry experts, live show recordings, and of course the awards themselves. Events leading up to the main event will include a Battle of the Bands, music industry education workshops, in addition to the launch of a compilation album of Fraser Valley music.

“In addition to superstars like Hedley or Carly Rae and various Juno and Polaris Prize Nominees, a host of incredibly well-regarded Canadian musicians hail from the Valley,” explains CIVL Station Manager Aaron Levy. “We want to both celebrate their work and help build the next generation of success stories by providing them with the tools to reach beyond the Valley.”

In the past two years, CIVL Radio has organized similar events, including a Battle of the Bands whose winners have gone on to the Peak Performance Project (Derrival) and The Fox Seeds competition (John Welsh). Western Jaguar won the 2015 Battle.

The opportunity to produce this event arose due to a $50,000 grant from the Community Radio Fund of Canada successfully landed by Abbotsford’s 101.7 CIVL Radio in the summer of 2015. CRFC is a non-government organization that re-distributes CCD and other commercial broadcast contributions to community and campus radio stations across Canada. Visit their website at communityradiofund.org.

“We’d like our Jury to be able to review rock, folk, blues, jazz, country, pop, punk, metal, classical – a healthy cross-section of the whole Fraser Valley music scene,” says FVMA Coordinator James Kasper. “If you’re in the Fraser Valley and you write, record, perform, or produce music, we want to hear your work.”

For more information on the event, submissions, sponsoring, volunteering, or becoming an official Juror, email James at [email protected]

CIVL Calls for Submissions to Fraser Valley Music Awards


Recipes fromThe Blackberry Kitchen

Fresh Spinach, Crab and Gruyere Souffle Serves: 8 appetizer portions

Ingredients:2 tablespoons butter at room temperature, plus a little more to coat ramekins

2 cups packed spinach, trimmed and washed¼ cup crabmeat, cut in to small pieces

¾ cup whole milk½ cup Gruyere cheese, shreddedSalt and pepper, to taste4 large eggs, separated

Instructions:

1. Place your oven rack in the centre position, preheat to 400 degrees.

2. Butter the inside of 8 round ramekins and sprinkle with breadcrumbs to coat.

3. In a fry pan over medium heat, cook the spinach until wilted, transfer to a strainer to cool, and press to release the liquid.

4. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbling.

2-3 minutes. Stir gently while gradually adding the milk, cook

to a bowl to cool.

7. In a large bowl whisk egg whites using a wire whip until soft

into prepared ramekins, place on a cookie sheet and place in

serving plate and serve immediately.

fresh, food served city style…valley casual.

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For more information:

Visit our websitewww.fraseryouth.com

(new website coming soon!)

Like us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/fraservalleyyouth

Follow us on Twitter@FVYSINFO

Visit our Pride Celebration Pagewww.facebook.com/FraserValleyPride

Fraser Valley Youth Society

SAVETHE DATE

Fraser Valley Youth Society (FVYS) is hosting the 4th Annual

Fraser Valley Pride Celebration on Saturday July 16th,

2016 at Jubilee Park in Historic Downtown Abbotsford.

charitable organization located in the Fraser Valley. We provide LGBTQ+ and allied youth with opportunities for personal growth and leadership through our workshops, programs and community connections. We operate a weekly drop-in (Abbotsford, Mission and Chilliwack) to connect youth and young adults to a healthy and vibrant LGBTQ+ community, as well as, special events and programs throughout the year. This is a safe and inclusive space for youth to be among their peers and talk about issues they are facing.

Weekly Drop-ins

Mission - Tuesday 6:00PM to 9:00PMFraser House Society33063 4th Avenue, Mission BCBasement door under the front entrance to the right

Chilliwack - Wednesday 6:00PM to 9:00PMNeighbourhood Learning Centre 46363 Yale Road, Chilliwack BC Main Floor off foyer

Abbotsford - Thursday 6:00PM to 9:00PMAbbotsford Secondary School33355 Bevan Avenue, Abbotsford BC

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Winds of Spring

This concert will feature the Band of the 15th Field Regiment,

Clarke Theatre, Mission

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Buy tickets online at ufv.ca/theatre604-795-2814 or [email protected]

Twelfth NightUFV THEATRE PRESENTS:

March 3–20, 2016UFV Performance Theatre, 45635 Yale Road in Chilliwack

by William ShakespeareDirected by Bruce Kirkley and Raïna von Waldenburg

SPECIAL THANKS TO WHAT’S ON ABBOTSFORD FOR SUPPORTING UFV THEATRE!


Chicago Blues Triple ThreatNigel Mack uses his mastery of blending guitar and harmonica with strongvocals to deliver shows that has audiences coming back again and again.

Nigel Mack, born in Saskatoon, lived in Vancouver before relocating to Chicago in 2003 to be surrounded by some of the exceptional musicians he came into contact back in Saskatoon while conducting jam sessions. He has performed throughout Canada, the United States and Europe.

His musical style and song writing feature a combo of contemporary blues mixed with his love

of original Chicago blues. He is also known for his acoustic blues shows, especially when he is on the road.

While living in Saskatchewan, on Saturdays, you

Fortune was on his side to have blues greats such Amos Garrett, Brent Parkin, Big Dave Maclean and the late, great, Johnny V. Mills dropping in to

entertain the audience and play with him and the other local musicians. He laments, “There were great bands playing six night stands every week! Blues legends that we had only heard on records were suddenly hanging out and jamming with us.”

Other greats he has had the fortune of playing with are Muddy Waters, Count Basie, Duke Ellington and Stevie Ray Vaughan, giving

his name, he’s in high demand everywhere he goes. Don’t miss your opportunity to see Nigel Mack in Abbotsford on Sat., March 19 at the Eagles Hall.

Tickets can be purchased online: http://FraserValleyBlues.com, or with cash at the Eagles Hall, A&D Sound or Long & McQuade on Clearbrook Rd.

Greg Keffer, Fraser Valley Blues Society

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Coquitlam South

“My family, consisting of my wife, three daughters and I arrived in Canada on the nines. The 9th day, of the 9th month, of 2009. Coming to Canada my goal was always to be in the media industry as it was my background in Trinidad & Tobago. After working for two of the largest and wonderful media organizations in Canada, Corus Entertainment, owner of radio stations

including CKNW and CFOX, and Glacier Media, owner of newspapers including the former TriCities Now, the TriCity News and the Burnaby Now, the opportunity has presented itself for me to utilize the training and experience that I have received, and marry that with the world of entertainment that I have always loved. Being an avid movie buff, even at one point hosting my own movie review website, having this magazine will be a great way to marry my expertise of media sales, with my love of the entertainment industry, that includes movies, music and local events. Also, being an entrepreneur in the industry that I have known for more than two decades will mean that it is more than just a job for me. I will be doing something that I intensely love to do. And I’m glad to realize that dream with What’s On! Coquitlam South.Working with Glacier Media I was able to work within the Coquitlam community and assist in producing publications including the Coquitlam Program Guide put out by the City of Coquitlam, the TriCities Health Guide, and the TriCities Chamber of Commerce Map, so getting to know the various business and establishing those connections and servicing their needs are a great part of why I look forward to providing a new outlet to help them establish their goals. I’m also looking forward to meeting all the community groups in a community I love and am proud to call home! Our Mission Statement: To provide an entertaining voice to the community and to deliver a viable additional outlet for local businesses to reach and interact with potential customers.”

To get into the historical launch issue please contact James on 778-938-2413 or e-mail [email protected] a great community event happening in Coquitlam? Give James a call or drop him an email, he’d love to hear from you!

“There’s so much that I love about my What’s On! magazine business, from meeting so many people, to hearing the positive feedback, to putting it all together. I think the best part though, is when the magazines are delivered and I open the first box to see the new magazine. Very exciting to see it! Something I created!”Cathy Minler, What’s On! Port Coquitlam www.whatsonpoco.com

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LIVE ON THE CELEBRITY COOKING STAGE:

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with Dr. Theresa Nicassioh(“The Inclusive Chef”) a registeredpsychologist and author of YUM, a book that promotes “inclusive cooking” andis filled with delicious recipes that areall free of gluten, sugar, dairy, eggs, potatoes, and all animal products.

The Edible Garden created by 99 Nursery and FloristFeaturing an array of edible options including ready to eat saladbowls, herbs, vegetable seedlings and more. Experts will be onhand to help you with ideas for small container gardening or alarge format vegetable and fruit garden.

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Celebrate local artists and arts advocates

in true 80's fashion at the 12th Annual Arty Awards on April 9, 2016.

The Arty Awards is an initiative to the Abbotsford Arts Council to honour individuals of all ages who have achieved excellence

in their art as well as arts advocates who have contributed signifi cantly to the Abbotsford Arts Scene. The event is going into

its 12th year with a tribute to the 1980’s.

Think leg warmers, neons, jumpsuits, stonewashed denim and mullets!

6:30pm Reception7:30pm Awards

Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford

Tickets available www.abbotsfordartscouncil.org or at the Kariton Art Gallery, 2387 Ware Street

What’s On! in the CommunityTake a photo holding What’s On! Magazine and send it to us at [email protected]

Take a photo of you and your crew holding What’s On! Magazine and send it to us at [email protected] or

[email protected]. All photos received will appear on our websites and the best will appear in print!

Entire Family. One Visit.

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