Grad reunion: Langley Secondary School class of 1974 will gather June 8, 2024, for the 50th year reunion. Former students or those who know 1974 grads can find out more by contacting tom_sharron@shaw.ca.
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Very Very Improv: Comedy improv games are on Friday, April 19, starting at 8 p.m. in the Bez Arts Hug, 20230 64th Ave. Tickets: $22 to $28. Info: bezartshub.com.
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Steve Dawson & the Hooded Mergansers: Band performs at the Bez Arts Hub, starting at 8 p.m. on Sautrday, April 20. Tickets: $45. Info: bezartshub.com.
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Upcycle Challenge: Langley City invites people to enter projects in Earth Day contest to reuse items instead of throwing them in the trash. Enter finished projects for judging in different age categories at April 20 community event in Douglas Park. Info: info@langleycity.ca.
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Earth Day: Douglas Park is the site for the annual green gathering on Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event features the Upcycle Challenge, bingo, a scavenger hunt, interactive sustainability workshops, vnedors, community organization displays, and more. Free admission.
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James Campbell concert: Langley Community Music School hosts the Juno-award winning clarinetist who will perform with pianist/composer Marcel Bergmann and the Rose Gellert String Quartet at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, at the school, 4899 207th St. Tickets: $33 for adults, $30 for seniors, $18 for students, and $10 for LCMS students. Info: 604-534-2848 or eventbrite.ca.
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Learn to lawn bowl: Langley Lawn Bowling Club, 20471 54th Ave., hosts lessons for new bowlers on April 20 from 1 to 2:30 p.m., April 24 between 6:30 and 8 p.m., and April 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. Three lessons for $35. Equipment provided. People need to wear flat-soled shoes. Lesson fee deducted from membership for those who join the club. Registration and info: bowlscoach@icloud.com.
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Big Deal Gala: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Langley host fourth annual gala on Saturday, April 20, at the Coast Hotel and Convention Centre. Rat-Pack style evening starts at 6:30 p.m., and features casino-style table games, dinner, entertainment, raffles, a silent auction and the Big Deal Game Show. Advance tickets only, starting at $150. Info: langley.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.
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Community cleanup: Murrayville Plumbing is hosting a neighbourhood cleanup on Sunday, April 21, from 9 to 11 a.m. Meet at the McDonald’s at 216th Street and Fraser Highway for coffee (bring a mug) then help clean the neighbourhood. Gloves and routes provided.
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Parkinson’s awareness farm opening: Aldor Acres will donate partial proceeds from all tickets on Sunday, April 21. The farm is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. that day. Everyone welcome. Info: aldoracresfamilyfarm.ca.
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The Eisenhausers: Band performs at the Bez Arts Hub starting at 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 21. Tickets: $35. Info: bezartshub.com.
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Argyle screening for visually impaired: Canadian Council for the Blind BC-Yukon Division is hosting a screening of the thriller movie at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, at Cineplex Langley. Up to 200 people can attend for the free screening with descriptive video. Must sign up by Monday, April 15, by emailing ccbbc-yukondivision@telus.net. Open to all.
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Spring Market: Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society, 20644 Eastleigh Cres., has a market Thursday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with lemonade, bannock, and vendors.
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Village Cafe: Langley City hosts monthly discussion gatherings from 1 to 4 p.m. The Wednesday, free April 24 event at Timms Community Centre, 20399 Douglas Cres., is about community resources and referrals. Learn about services available in the community.
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Dollar Sale: Twice yearly PAC fundraiser at Shortreed Elementary, 27330 28th Ave., runs from 1 to 6 p.m. on Friday, April 26. All items $1 until 4 p.m., then items are four for $1. Starting at 5 p.m., items are 10 for $1. Donations of clean, working, gently used items accepted at the school between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Info: shortreedpac@gmail.com.
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Earth Day art display: A Step Above Gallery in the Timms Community Centre, 20399 Douglas Cres., has an Earth Day art show throughout April. Viewable during regular hours.
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Amadeus: Theatre in the Country performs the play Wednesdays to Saturdays, April 10 to 27 at 5708 Glover Rd. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. with the show at 7:30 p.m. Matinees (no meal) are at 1:30 Saturdays. Tickets: $79.12 for dinner theatre and $36.19 for show only on Wednesday and Thursday and for matinees. $80 for dinner theatre, $40 for show only on Friday and Saturday (prices includes fees and GST). Info: theatreinthecountry.com or 604-259-9737.
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Dragon boat youth program: Open to kids in Grades 8 to 12. No experience required. Fort Langley Canoe Club program runs Tuesdays and Fridays until June 22. Sessions are 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. at Bedford Channel. $100 (GST included) fee includes paddles, safety equipment, coaching plus three regattas (May 4, June 1 and June 22 at False Creek. Info: fort langleycanoeclub.ca.
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Bez open mic: Thursdays until June 20 features various musicians in an open mic format between 7:30 and 10 p.m. with host Russ Rosen. Admission by donation (suggested $15). Info: bezartshub.com.
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Music and Friends - A Celidh Celebration: All ages live music event is at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 273rd St., from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday. $10 for those 14 and older. Tickets at the door. Tea, coffee and treats available as well as 50/50 draw.
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Bertrand Creek Enhancement Society: Monthly Zoom meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Info: stewardship@leps.bc.ca.
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Valley Bluegrass Music Society: Public invited to Friday bluegrass performances in St. Andrew’s Church, 9025 Glover Rd. $7 for members and $10 for non-members (cash only). Weekly jams happen September through June. Society is hosting Willoughby Ridge for a 7:30 p.m. performance on Friday, April 19, followed by jamming. Info: valleybluegrassmusic@gmail.com or the society Facebook page.
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Aldergrove Swing Club: Open to all levels. No partner required. Friday dances are at the OAP Heritage Hall, 3015 273rd St. Free lesson at 7:30 p.m. with general dancing at 8:15. $10 admission. Info: mrthejackel@gmail.com or aldergrooveswing.com.
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Valley Promenaders: No experience necessary for modern square dance sessions. Club meets Thursdays from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at the Aldergrove Heritage Hall, 3015 273rd St. Info and reservations: wkrueger@shaw.ca or 778-878-4244.
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Langley Camera Club: Group meets regularly at the Langley Lions Society West Langley Hall at 9400 208th St. Info: contact@langleycameraclub.ca.
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Steersperson wanted: FORTified, a mixed 55-plus dragonboat team paddling in Fort Langley, is looking for a steersperson. Practices are at 10 a.m. on Sundays for the months of November and January through March. Spring and summer practices are at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through September. Info: Terry, 604-340-9108.
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Aldergrove drop-in coffee group: Langley Hospice Society adult bereavement support group meets at the Aldergrove Community Station House, 2900 272nd St. on the first and third Thursday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. To join, book an appointment with the bereavement outreach and peer support worker, 604-530-1115.
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Walnut Grove drop-in coffee club: Langley Hospice Society adult bereavement support group meets at the Second Story Treasures thrift shop, 8948 202nd St., every other Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. To join, book an appointment with the bereavement outreach and peer support worker, 604-530-1115.
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Walkers and manual wheelchairs: Langley Pos-Abilities Society needs donations to help make life more accessible to people. Charity has a waitlist of people in need. Info: 604-961-0117.
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Learning Farm Garden Club: LEPS garden club meets at the Learning Farm at the Derek Doubleday Arboretum every Monday from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn new gardening skills. Info: agriculture@leps.bc.ca.
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Langley Meals on Wheels: volunteers needed two to three hours per week. Roles include meal delivery, cafe support workers, and kitchen help. Training and support provided. Info: lmow.ca, info@lmow.ca, or 604-533-1679.
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Langley Community Chorus: Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the United Churches of Langley (Murrayville). Group is looking for more tenors. Info: membership secretary, lccmembershipsec@gmail.com.
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Timms Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Club: Afternoon games played Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Timms Community Centre. Free with City rec pass ($25 annually). Drop-in format. Info: city.langley.bc.ca.
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Seniors Gardening Club: Langley Environmental Partners Society invites seniors to take part. Drop-in format Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Langley Learning Farm, Derek Doubleday Arboretum. Info: Amanda, agriculture@leps.bc.ca.
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Monday Morning Talk Show: Langley Seniors Resource Society Centre 10 a.m. speaker series is free and open to the public at 20605 51B Ave. Info: 604-530-3020.
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Old-time dance: Dance or just enjoy the music and company at the OAP Heritage Hall, 3015 273rd St. Coffee, tea and snacks included in $10 admission. $20 annual membership. New time: 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Info: Angie, 778-836-0270, or Mary, 604-534-4802. Next dance: April6: Hazelmere Heritage Fiddlers. April 20: The Sunset Melodeons. April 27: Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers.
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Swing Dance Social: Monthly dances hosted by Swing Shift, a non-profit dance group, are offered at the Murrayville Hall on the first Friday of the month. First lesson free for beginners (7:30 to 8:30 p.m.). No partner necessary. Tickets: $10 in advance through eventbrite or $15 at the door. Info: Rock Step Swing Dance on Facebook, or rockstepswing@gmail.com.
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Aldergrove Legion: Branch 265 supports Rolling Barrage, a national effort to help veterans and first responders with PTSD. Legion does a 50/50 on the first Saturday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Branch also fundraises with meat draws Saturdays 2 to 5 p.m. and Tuesday 5 to 7 p.m.
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Men’s Shed: Langley has a chapter of the international group that allows men to get together and socialize, work on projects, or help the community by using their skills. Meetings are at 10:30 a.m. Mondays at the Ricky’s restaurant, 5978 Glover Rd. Info: info@MensShedLangley.ca or MensShedLangley.ca.
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Hope after Stroke: Support group for those who have returned home after a stroke meets Fridays 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Info: Marilyn, 604-882-4672 or hopeafterstroke.ca.
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Gamblers Anonymous: Non-profit can help adults with problem gambling. Call 1-855-222-5542.
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Gamblers Anonymous family groups: Gam-Anon helps people impacted by someone else’s gambling. Welcome whether gambler seeks help or not. Info: vancouvergamanon@shaw.ca or 604-626-9418.
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I Spy Earth Day challenge: Until April 22, complete the challenge at the Muriel Arnason branch, 20338 65th Ave. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Teen Haiku contest: April 17 is Haiku Poetry Day and the Muriel Arnason Library, 20338 65th Ave., has a contest for youths ages 12 to 18 that runs Thursdays, April 4 to 28. No registration required. Submit a Haiku and be eligible to win a $15 Indigo gift card. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Meet the playground: Check out the library network’s ‘playground’ through games at the Murrayville branch, 22071 48th Ave., from 3 to 4 p.m. on Friday, April 19. Each month is a new game with different items available through the ‘playground’, such as ukuleles, telescopes, small robots, and more. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Drop-in tech help: Bring devices or use the library computers to ask about programs or techniques at a monthly session for adults from 10:30 to noon on Friday, April 19, at the Langley City library branch, 20399 Douglas Cres. Remember to bring passwords. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Dungeons & Dragons: Ages 19 and older invited to sign up for the role-playing game from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 20. No experience necessary. Supplies provided. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Art and craft supply swap: All ages event with no registration required for the all-day swap from April 21 to 28 at the Muriel Arnason branch, 20338 65th Ave. Bring knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarn, sewing thread, craft books, and other leftover or unused arts and craft supplies to others to enjoy, and pick up a few items to use at this Earth Day initiative. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Try on a Disability: Langley Pos-Abilities Society interactive display is at the Muriel Arnason branch from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24. Learn what life is like having different kinds of disabilities, such as sight impairment, arthritis, or a stroke. Suitable for ages seven to 12. Sign up in advance. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Plastic bottle planters: Anyone six and older can make an Earth Day planter during a session from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, at the Murrayville library branch, 22071 48th Ave. Sign up in advance. All supplies provided. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Tween and teen Dungeons & Dragons: Those nine to 18 can sign up to play 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, at the Murrayville library. No experience necessary. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Book Club: Adults invited to club at Muriel Arnason library. Sign up in advance. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Monday afternoon book club: From 2 to 3 p.m., the club for adults meets at the Aldergrove library. New members welcome. Book provides. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Hooked on Reading: Murrayville library’s book club for adults will meet 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday. Books provided and new members welcome. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Collectors Club: Described as “adult show and tell” the club is for collectors of things old and new. Meets on the first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Murrayville Library. Free. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca.
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Babytime: Fraser Valley Regional Library 30-minute sessions for babies and caregivers are on Tuesdays at the Dean Drysdale branch (10:30 a.m.) and Murrayville branch (10 a.m.). Thursdays at the Aldergrove branch at 10:30 a.m. and at 1:30 p.m. at Murrayville. Friday sessions are at 9:30 at Muriel Arnason branch, and 10:30 a.m. at Brookswood. Limited space. Register in advance through the website. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca.
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Storytime: Prepares children to learn to read. Children and caregivers enjoy interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and more. Tuesday 10 a.m. at the Muriel Arnason branch. Wednesday sessions are at Aldergrove (10:30 a.m.), Murrayville (10:30 a.m.) and Brookswood (11 a.m.). Thursday 10 a.m. at the Dean Drysdale branch. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Pyjama Storytime: Children and caregivers can visit the Aldergrove Library Thursdays at 6 p.m. for a 30-minute session of stories, songs, rhymes and more. Kids can wear PJs and bring a stuffie. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca.
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Builders’ Club: Monday sessions are 3:30 p.m. at the Muriel Arnason branch. Tuesday sessions are at the Aldergrove branch at 3:30 p.m. Drop-in fun for all ages. Library provides the LEGO, Keva planks and Magformers. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca.
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Knit and crochet: Fraser Valley Regional Library groups open to all skill levels. Tuesday session is 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Murrayville branch. Fort Langley branch has a 1 to 3 p.m. session Wednesdays. Thursdays: Fort Langley is 10 a.m. to noon and Aldergrove is 1 to 3 p.m. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Tech help for seniors: Aldergrove library, 26770 29th Ave., has one-on-one help for seniors Fridays 1 to 3 p.m. Bring the device (cellphone, tables, ereaders, laptops) and receive up to 60 minutes free help. Register in advance at 604-856-6415, in person, or at www.fvrl.bc.ca.
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Teen Night: Stop by the Aldergrove Library from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays for board games, puzzle cubes, LEGO, Keva planks, colouring and more. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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LEGO and KEVA Club: Aldergrove Library provides the playing pieces for anyone who wants to stop by Tuesdays 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Info: fvrl.bc.ca.
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Morning Coffee Club: Adults can head to the Murrayville Library Wednesdays from 9 to 11:45 a.m. to relax by the fireplace, and enjoy coffee and conversation. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca.
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Hub meeting: Langley Seniors in Action monthly meetings allows local seniors to gather virtually, collaborate and network. Open to seniors and those in the senior-serving organizations and businesses. Meetings are third Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon Info: langleyseniorsinaction.ca/hub/meetings. April 17 meeting at 10 a.m. is at the Langley Senior Resource Society centre, 20605 51B Ave., with guest speaker Shannon Woykin of Langley Meals on Wheels.
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Community Engagement: Langley Community Services Society program for senior immigrants who are permanent residents. Meet people from around the world, learn about topics such as Canadian culture, financial literacy, recipes, gardening and more. Free. In person at LCSS office, 5330 207th St. or online. Info and registration: Yoona Ahn, 604-534-7921 ext. 1204 or yahn@lcss.ca.
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Volunteers needed: Critter Care Wildlife Society looking for volunteers for various duties (animal capture, transport, painters, builders, gardeners, landscapers, general maintenance and labour. Info: Michelle Binnet, crittercare9@shaw.ca.
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Langley Newcomers and Friends: Women’s group meets on the first Tuesday of each month for outings and activities, including movie nights, brunch, lunch, socials, walks, and more. Info: langleynewcomers.webs.com.
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Meditation: Free session Thursdays 7 to 8 p.m. at the Derek Doubleday Arboretum Rotary Interpretive Centre, 21177 Fraser Hwy. Folding chairs available on site or bring one. Hosted by Melissa Kramer, Low Entropy Foundation. Open to all skill levels and those wanting to learn more. Info: www.lowentropy.org/events.
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Heartfulness meditation class: Free. Learn guided relaxation and meditation techniques. Info: Judith, 604-533-1172 or divinetraveller@gmail.com.
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Queen Mum’s Jewels: Women’s group meets at various venues for socializing and activities, such as luncheons, brunch, movies, live theatre, games, bus tours, fashion shows, and more. Info: bgfleming@shaw.ca.
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Prostate Cancer Support Group: Group meets monthly in the Arbor Room at Valley View Memorial Garden, 14644 72nd Ave. Open to any interested in prostate cancer. Info: 604-594-5257.
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Myles of Smiles Open Mic: Thursday gatherings at Veggie Bob’s Kitchen Cafe in Fort Langley are 6 to 9 p.m. Info: creative-compass.com.
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CARES: Local no-kill cat shelter needs people to foster kittens. Info: mjhaney@shaw.ca.
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Aldergrove Art Club: Everyone welcome Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Heritage OAP hall, 3015 273rd St. to practise, socialize and help each other. Info: Faith, 604-530-2900, or Joan, 604-856-9792.
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TOPS open house: Take Off Pounds Sensibly invites public to learn about the support group at 10:30 a.m. Group meets Tuesdays at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, 20955 Old Yale Rd. Info: Marnie, 604-539-8602.
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Open mic: Artful Dodger Pub, 2364 200th St., has open mic night Sundays starting at 5 p.m. All ages until 9 p.m.
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Fort Langley Farmers Market: Open for the season as of Saturday, April 6, the market runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday at 9025 Glover Rd. until Dec. 7.
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