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Chinese New Year 7Coupon Workshop 7Heart Link 8Evening of Romance 92012 Rock & Gem Show 9Fraser Valley Women’s Expo 10Lantern Festival 12Athletes In Kind 13Eco School 13Recreation Centres 14Greg Moore Youth Centre 15Katie’s Place 15What’s On at the Library 17Heritage Week 18Pitt Meadows Library 19

Pitt Meadows Museum Sundays 19Nutritional Cleansing 20Ladies Night 21The ACT 22Cheers to Planet Update 23Snow Angels 24Seniors Calendar 25Buffalo Club 26Tweet Up 27CEED Center Dinners 28South Asian Gala 29Literacy Events 29GEMS Movie Nights 31ACT Lobby Events 31Bowl for Kids Sake Back Cover

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Every Thursday 10am to 11:30am Women’s English Group

Learning Room at the CEED

Centre11739 223rd Street Maple RidgeContact Angie McLeod, Literacy Outreach Coordinator@ 604.476.2447

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am to 11:30am

The Learning RoomOffers a small lending library, reading & writing assistance, & access to free learning software on computers.Anyone interested in volunteering or wishing to improve their reading & writing skills is invited to drop by. CEED Centre 11739 223rd Street Maple RidgeContact Angie @ 604.476.2447

Last Saturday of each month, 2pm-3:30pm

Free Family SwimsMaple Ridge Leisure CentreSee Page 14

Saturday Nights

CEED CenterCommunity DinnersSee Page 28

Museum Sundays, 2pm to 4pm

Pitt Meadows MuseumFun for the whole family, a new theme each week.See Page 19

January 4th Wednesday 7pm to 9pm

Support Group for FamiliesLiving with ADHD, Autism & Anxiety? Join us to share stories, resources and connect with other families.

Pitt Meadows Community

Association202-10958 Barnston View Road, Pitt Meadows.

January 6th to March 23rd

Freestyle Athletics &

Athletes in Kind Run ClinicsSee Page 13

January 8th, Sunday 1pm to 2:30pm

Couponing WorkshopPitt Meadows Community AssociationSee Page 7

January 10th, Tuesday 7pm to 9pm

Holy Wow Poetry GroupThe ACTSee Page 31

January 13th, Friday 7pm to 9:30pm

Movies on the Big ScreenGreg Moore Youth CentreSee Page 15

January 17th, Tuesday 7pm to 9pm

Golden Ears Writers GroupThe ACTSee Page 31

January 18th, Wednesday 7pm

Tweet UpBuffalo ClubSee Page 27

January 19th, Thursday 6pm to 8pm

Ladies NightCrazy About ClothesSee Page 21

January 22nd Sunday 1pm

Family Matinee MovieSouth Bonson Community CentreTitle to be announced.Contact Pitt Meadows Community Association www.pmcaonline.com

January 23rd, Monday 7:30pmGEMS MovieMidnight in Paris @ The ActSee Page 31

January 25th, Wednesday 6pm to 8:30pmHeart Link Women’s NetworkingSee Page 8

January 26th, Thursday 6pm to 8:30pmHeart Link Women’s NetworkingSee Page 8

January 27th, Friday 3pm to 4:30pmFamily Literacy Day FairMaple Ridge LibrarySee Page 17

January 27th, Friday 7pmLaunch Party for Martini FridaysBuffalo ClubSee Page 26

January 27th, Friday 7pm to 10pmPre Teen DanceGreg Moore Youth Centre See Page 15

January 28th, SaturdayChinese New Year CelebrationSee Page 7


EventEvent Calendar

Event


January 29th Sunday 1pm to 4pmModel Railway Open HouseThe Dewdney-Alouette Railway Society hosts this open house on the last Sunday of every month throughout the year. Come and discover the world of model railroading and diorama building from the experts. Its a great family outing that appeals to all ages. Maple Ridge Museum, 22520 116th Ave

February 1st Wednesday,7pm to 9pm

“Special Needs Tax Credit”Advanced registration is not required, but RSVP is appreciated. The Pitt Meadows Community Association offi ce Call: 604.465.5500 202-10958 Barnston View Road

Seniors CalendarSee Page 25

February 4th Saturday, 5:30pm

An Evening of RomanceRidge Meadows Hospice Society See Page 9

February 4th Saturday 8pm

The Ultimate Comedy ShowWe are pleased to welcome Roman Danylo back for the third year to The ACT. This season he has put together the Ultimate Comedy Show, a variety comedy show consisting of sketch, stand-up and improv featuring some of the best comedy acts in the world! Tickets: Adults $30, Seniors $27, Students $15Visit www.theactmapleridge.org for tickets and more info.

February 7th, Tuesday

Ladies Night Shopping PartyBuffalo ClubSee Page 26

February 7th, Tuesday 7pm to 9pm

Songstage with Ivan

BoudreauThe ACTSee Page 31

February 10th, Friday 7pm to 9:30pm

Movies on the Big ScreenGreg Moore Youth Centre See Page 15

February 11th Saturday 2pm

Circus Incognitus The ACTSee Page 22

February 11th to 14th

Schuh BoutikValentine’s Specials7340 Grand Street Mission604.814.3425See Page 8

February 18th & 19th Saturday & Sunday

Lapidary ShowSee Page 9

February 18th Saturday 5:30 pm

South Asian Cultural Society

GalaSee Page 29

February 20th-26th

BC Heritage WeekSee Page 18

February 22nd, Wednesday6pm to 8:30pm

Heart Link Women’s

NetworkingSee Page 8

February 23rd, Thursday 6pm to 8:30pm

Heart Link Women’s

NetworkingSee Page 8

February 24th, Friday 7pm to 10pm

Pre Teen DanceGreg Moore Youth Centre See Page 15

February 24th Friday 4pm to 8pm

Lantern FestivalSee Page 12

February 27th, Monday 7:30pm

GEMS Movie

Starbuck @ The ACTSee Page 31

February 29th, Wednesday 6:45pm to 7:30pm

Pyjama Story TimePitt Meadows LibrarySee Page 19

February

Bowl for Kids SakeLet’s Get the Ball RollingSee Back CoverCheers to the Planet UpdateSee Page 23

March 2nd to 4th

Fraser Valley Women’s ExpoChilliwack Heritage Park604.392.9536See Page 10


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Coupon Workshop!

The Pitt Meadows Community Association (PMCA)

continues its commitment to bring people together with a

new pilot program along-side Ridge-Meadows Parks and

Leisure Services.

It all starts January 8th at the new South Bonson Community

Centre (SBCC) with a “Coupon Workshop.”

This is an opportunity to learn how to use coupons more

effectively. Learn how to not only clip coupons but how to

combine multiple coupons to potentially get your products free!

From 1pm to 2:30pm, Angela, your facilitator has a proven

system and is going to show you the tricks of the trade.

Learn how to save money and have fun all at the same time!

Parents! Bring your children and they can hang out at the

Kids Drop in Zone. No cost!

Please RSVP to 604.465.5500 or [email protected]

Kid Zone is open from 12 to 3. Drop kids early, go for a

coffee at Stomping Grounds and relax before learning how

to save big!

January 8thSouth Bonson

Community Centre

Learn how to Save, Save, Save!

On Saturday, January 28, The Friends In Need

Food Bank is presenting their major fundraising

and fun event, celebrating Chinese New Year’s

“Year of the Dragon”.The event will be held at the Pitt Meadows Heritage Hall, 12460 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, BC. Doors open at 6:00pm with dinner (Chinese Buffet) served at 7:00pm. Tickets are $25.00 per person, and includes a Chinese Dinner and an exciting evening fi lled with live entertainment, live and silent auction and much more. SPECIAL $350 full table of 16! For tickets call 604-466-3663

A couple of years ago when the Pitt Meadows Lion’s Club (which formerly ran this event), were looking for someone to partner with for their annual Chinese New Year’s party – the Friends In Need Food Bank Board of Directors jumped at the opportunity to take an already successful event and eventually make it their own. 2012 marks the third year in a row that the Friends In Need Food Bank has held Chinese New Year’s and they are hoping for it to be as successful as ever.

Those who have been to the Chinese New Years Celebration will remember experiencing fi rst-class multi-cultural entertainment including lively Lion dancing, authentic calligraphy drawing, Chinese potters, live and silent auctions. Come out and enjoy a great evening with friends and neighbours and support the local Friends In Need Food Bank.

We are urging everyone to buy tickets NOW- as this event ALWAYS sells out early.


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Heart Link NetworkIt’s a New Year and many new opportunities abound. If you are interested in meeting like minded business women, in your own community, then you need to put Ridge Meadows Heart Link on your calendar!

Join us in January & February as we allow you to network in a fun, supportive and effective environment.

Our events are all business and industry exclusive which means you are the only one from your business category here!

Register online today at:

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Or call Sarah @ 604.612.5844

Our January Event:Wednesday January 25th 6pm to 8:30pmThursday January 26th 6pm to 8:30pm

Our February Event:Wednesday February 22nd 6pm to 8:30pmThursday February 23rd 6pm to 8:30pm


Evening of

Saturday February 4th, 2012 - Ridge Meadows Hospice

Society is hosting its 2nd Annual Evening of Romance

Fundraising Dinner. The tempting pasta dinner and desserts

will be provided by Organic World Catering and will make

your taste buds fall in love!

The evening will include a 50/50 draw as well as a Silent

Auction. Be sure to bring your dancing shoes – music and

lighting is being generously provided by Scot of Crystal

Sounds Mobile DJ Services.

Join us at the Ridge Meadows Seniors Society Centre

(12150 224th St., Maple Ridge). Tickets are just $30

until January 18 ($38 after); seniors are $30 on-going.

If you wish to purchase tickets or have a donation to

provide for the event, please contact us at 604.463.7722

or emailing [email protected].

Romance

Maple Ridge Lapidary MembersGearing Up For 2012 Show Event

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2012 ROCK& GEM SHOW

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Saturday Feb. 18

11 AM - 5PM

Sunday Feb. 19

10AM to 4:30PM

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Have you ever stopped to wonder what

“Lapidary” is all about ?Silversmithing, Stone carving,Gemstone Faceting, Jewelry Design & Fabrication, Polymer

Clay, Precious Metal Clay, Gemstone Cabochons, Mixed media sculpture, Enameling, Lost

wax & other casting methods Lamp working (glass beads), Stone tumbling and polishing,

Mineral specimen collecting & Rock hound fi eld trips. Our clubhouse features an excellent

library on rocks, minerals and how to instructions. Visitors are always welcome, bring along

the family. School & community group programs are also available.

For information and the shop hours visit our website at www.mrlclub.com or call the

clubhouse 604-466-4938. - We look forward to your visit.

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MAPLE RIDGE

FESTIVAL OF LIGHT SOCIETY

Invites everyone to the 4th Annual Festival of Light.

Centre Court, Haney Place Mall

and Memorial Peace Park.

Join us to celebrate the Arts, Culture and Diversity in our community.

Friday, February 24, 2012

4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

A FREE fun event for all ages with lantern making workshops

& live entertainment (4-8pm), lantern parade (7pm), poetry

contest and much more! 7:00 pm Lantern Parade through the park

During the event ongoing FREE lantern making workshop from 4 – 7pm.

For information contact: [email protected]


Eco SchoolThe Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Environmental School

Project is about learning and teaching differently.

One of the signifi cant differences is the classroom is

outdoors in the natural world. Students are learning in

real time, in nature, hands-on and in context.

How different is the Eco School to ‘Regular’ School?

One Teachers Perspective…

After three months of learning outdoors, I have come to the

conclusion that it is “very different!” Being in the woods

doing place based activities has changed our interactions

and experiences. I didn’t realize the differences would be

this big.

When we learn in the forest we have abundant space and it

seems to give the students the opportunity to move more

and have a greater sense of freedom and control. Being

outside on a daily basis has produced a sense of adventure

and expectation among the children. Instead of bringing

learning activities into the classroom, our surroundings

have become the topics we learn about and the children’s

curiosity is often what steers us.

It has been fascinating to watch the children dissect salmon

themselves and discover the swim bladder, and that a

salmon heart is the shape of a pyramid. It surprised me

when politics became our topic of study as the children

built forts in the forest. It has been amazing to watch their

experiences change their view of Alco Park. It went from

being a place we used, to a home we share with other living

things. Their respect for nature has defi nitely deepened.

Now I wonder what we will discover next and I am excited to

see what we will learn from our changing surroundings.

Randy Bates Teacher Eco School

Run ClinicsYoga 4 Runners Run/Walk Clinics

January 6th-March 23rd Friday nights

Osprey Village in Pitt Meadows

We meet at the South Bonson Community Center 6:00pm

Run workout at 6:00 followed by

Yoga/Stretch at 6:45- 7:15

Cost: $70.00 Y4R punch card

$25.00 Run only punch card

Drop In: $10 Y4R

$3 Run Only

Athletes In Kind run clinics are designed to keep you running

stronger and longer. Clinics are based on strength and

speed, some clinics may have distance Integrated into the

workout. Register at www.athletesinkind.com

Clinic sessions will be based on participant’s experience

(runners and walkers)and lead by experienced run/walk

leaders.Yoga sessions lead by Karen Waite of Freestyle

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Last Saturday of each monthBetween 2:00 pm–3:30 pm

Bring your family and enjoy a swim and fun activities courtesy of Westminster Savings.

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PARKS & LEISURE SERVICES

Maple Ridge Leisure Centre11925 Haney Place, Maple Ridge For details call 604 467 7322

So Many Opportunities to be Active,

Have Fun & Learn with Recreation!

Maple Ridge Programs

Sportball

Tennis

Rhythmic Gymnastics

Pro D Day Camp

Movie, Swim & Pizza

Fencing

Mural in the Multi-Media Lab

Fabulous Faces

Metis Traditional Dance

The Glee Club

Video Game Artist

Zumba

Zumba Gold

Ski & Snowboard Conditioning

Nordic Walking

Therapeutic Chair Tai Chi

Intermediate Running Clinic

Pitt Meadows / South Bonson

Community Centre

Guitar Basics for Beginners

Hot Jazz 30+ Dancing

Hip Hop for Kids

Art Adventures

Musical Rainbow

Princess for a Day

Bonson Bootcamp

Beginners Pilates Mat Class

Triad

Babysitter Training

Storybook Cooks

Sun Run Training Clinic

This is only a small sampling of programs

running this winter with Parks & Leisure

Services.

For a complete list check out www.

mapleridge.ca or www.pittmeadows.bc.ca

All programs listed above require

pre-registration.

Register online at www.recreg4u.ca or call

604-465-2470.

Greg Moore Youth Centre

Pre-Teen Dance

January 27th, Friday 7pm to 10pm

Ages 10-14

$5 admission

South Bonson Community Centre

Free Family Movie Matinee

January 22nd Sunday 1:30pm to 3:30pm


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Greg Moore & Pitt Meadows Youth Centres both offer a

variety of recreational opportunities for youth aged 13 to

18 years. Come on down and start up a game of basketball

or fl oor hockey during our open gym or dry fl oor times, or

drop by either Youth Lounge for some relaxed fun.

Pre-Teen dances

January 27 & February 24 7pm to 10pm

Ages: 10-14yrs

Come out and dance the night away in a fun environment

that is fully supervised by our qualifi ed team of staff. The

evenings activities will include dance contests, prizes,

the limbo and all your favorite pop hits! Proceeds from

concession go to the Youth Council.

Call 604-467-7354 for more info.

Greg Moore Youth Centre

Fee: $5

Movies On The Big Screen

January 13th & February 10th 7pm to 9:30pm

Age: 13-18yrs

Fee: FREE!

Location: Pitt Meadows Youth Lounge

Women In Action

Mondays, GMYC & PMYC. 7:00pm 12-18yrs FREE

Men Making a difference

Wednesdays, GMYC & PMYC. 7:00pm 12-18yrs FREE

Both of these programs focus on getting young Women and

Men active and involved in their communities. All activities are

planned by the youth for youth, so come on out!

Pitt Meadows Day Youth Fest

Planning for this annual celebration of youth will begin

in March - if you are interested in joining this committee

please call Adam at 604-465-2447.

11925 Haney Place, Maple Ridge • 604-465-2499

Youth Centre

To adopt a homeless

cat or bunny,

Please call 604-463-7917

Benson had the same home for all of his 9 years, but when his family moved he could not go with them. He was a great cat who lived in harmony with dogs and tolerated other cats. He is eager to make new friends. Benson is a loving, endearing cat. He has an old injury to his leg that may cause arthritis in the

future. Otherwise he is a healthy fellow who desperately needs to spend his senior years in a loving home. Armstrong is a good-natured, lovable, gentle boy, who is accepting of the other cats and seems comfortable around children. His family left him behind when they moved. He lived on a neighbour’s deck for two months and then began asking to come inside. That is when he came to us. Armstrong is probably starved for someone to love him and greets everyone eagerly looking for a pet. We hope he can win over a new family and enjoy being a safe and beloved family member for the rest of his life. This beautiful black cat has a heart of gold.


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Bring your family out starting in January to one or all of

our great activities!

January 22nd

With a celebration of the Chinese New Year with a “Make

Your Own Dragon” session

January 29th

“Tiny Tapers for Your Table” A mini candle dipping

session.

February 5th

Make a Red Hat for “Wear Red Day” on the 6th.

February 12th

brings with it “Shrinky Dink Valentines”

February 19th

We will be celebrating “Heritage Week”.

Museum Sundays continues through to

the May 13th with an “Ice Cream Sunday”

event for the season fi nale.

Our weekly sessions and Sunday closures

are posted in advance on the Museum’s

Twitter site and more information can

also be obtained by calling the Museum

at 604.465.4322 or emailing us at

[email protected].

For more information about the Pitt

Meadows Museum and Archives

PITT MEADOWSMUSEUM SUNDAYS...Every Sunday afternoon from 2:00 to 4:00pm the Pitt Meadows Museum presents its “Museum Sundays” family program.

Pitt Meadows Public Library12047 Harris Road | 604.465-4113

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fashion fi nds right here in Maple Ridge.

Our expansion is complete and our store is full of great

items for you!

We receive new items daily at Crazy About Clothes, with

our new expanded space; we can offer a large selection at

awesome prices. You will be impressed with the quality of

the clothing we receive which includes shoes, purses and,

jewelry, as well as designer jeans.

Consignment shopping is all about “pieces”. Do you have in

your closet a skirt, pants, jacket that you need to match?

Bring in your piece and we will put together an outfi t that

will look smashing!!

Dress Rentals Do you have a special occasion to go to and would like a

fantastic designer dress to wear? Why not rent your dress?

We have special dresses available in our Dress Rental

Service; cost to rent a dress is only $35.00 plus HST!!

Ladies Night1st monthly “Ladies Night”

Thursday, January 19th, 6pm to 8pm.

A fun event, refreshments served, door prizes and of

course.....super sales!!

We will also have guests each month, jewelry designers,

make-up artist, & fashion stylist to make our evening

interesting & fun. Contact Nancy via email nmcconnell@

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Maple RIdge

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Great Performances

at The ACT!

Hard Times Hit Parade by The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret with the music of Maria in the Shower

Sunday, January 29 • 2pmStudio Theatre

Laila Biali Saturday, January 28 • 8pm

The Ultimate Comedy ShowRoman Danylo & Friends Saturday, February 4 • 8pm

Student Tickets $15!


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Cheers To The PlanetCheers To The PlanetEat, Drink & Be Eco! Mark Your Calendars, The Date Has Been Set!

Our 2nd Annual Fundraiser for the CEED Centre Society.

Earth Day, April 22ndVenue has been generously donated by MEADOWRIDGE

SCHOOL in their beautifully appointed facilities in Maple

Ridge.

Now accepting enquiries, volunteers, corporate sponsors,

donors, participants and silent auction items.

Please contact Rebecca Awram at 604-614-2382

[email protected]


Removing snow from sidewalks, even running errands and getting around in the snow can be quite difficult for the elderly, or those who

have mobility and other health issues. This winter season, please take it upon yourself to help your neighbour. For more information about

how to recognize and nominate a “Snow Angel” please visit:

www.mapleridge.ca or www.pittmeadows.bc.ca

Help your neighbour Adopt a sidewalk Help save lives


What’s On?For Seniors

Our Drop-In Activities

RMSS – Rentals

Volunteer Opportunities

Pitt Meadows Seniors Lounge12027 Harris RoadPitt Meadows604-465-2478

Ridge Meadows Seniors Society organization for seniors 55+

WE HAVE TWO LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU• Programs with an ** are also offered at Pitt Meadows

R.M.S.S.12150-224th St.Maple Ridge604-467-4993

FitnessChair Exercise ** Easy Fit Gentle Joint & Yoga Seniors Keep Fit **Seniors WorkoutStay Fit Tai ChiWalking Club **

SportsCarpet Bowling **Snooker **Table Tennis

Arts & CraftsCraft Group ** Woodwork Shop Writer’s Circle

Social / MusicKaraoke Pub NightSilvertones Choir Special EventsTripsVariety Plus

CardsBridge **Cribbage **MahJonMexican TrainScrabbleWhist **

ServicesPeer CounsellingHealth/Wellness Clinic**Caregiver Support Gr.Telephone BuddiesFriendly VisitingTransportation

EducationComputer Classes **Spanish Language

DanceBalletHawaiianJazzLine Dancing **SpanishTap

RMSS has space available to rent for

meetings, weddings, and other special

events. For further information contact

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All Signature Martinis $495

Bellinis $295

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Fridays are now

Martini Fridays at the Buffalo Club.

Join us for a launch party

January 27 at 7pm

Featuring

Enjoy our Friday Night Specials

& Live Music with Belvedere Vodka

Martinis on Special

We have great lunchtime specials and

free wifi, which makes us perfect for your next

lunch business meeting.

Our live music every Tuesday, Thursday,

Friday & Saturday is making us the hottest live

music venue in town!

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner.

We’ll have live music and our Date Night menu

on special, so reserve your table now!

We cater for parties up to 200. Call today to

reserve or ask about our group menus.

Our Ladies Night Shopping Parties have

become wildly popular. Our next party is

February 7th, so reserve your table soon!

Did you know?


Tweet Up A Tweet Up brings the whole Twitter experience full circle.

It’s a fun and casual way of networking and collecting for

the Food Bank is a great way to give back to the community

at the same time.

On January 18th, 2012 Twitter users from Pitt Meadows

and Maple Ridge will gather at the Buffalo Club Bar and Grill

in Maple Ridge for the 5th “Ridge Meadows Tweet Up”

to meet face-to-face and to collect donations for Friends In

Need Food Bank.

Brenda Garcia of Thrive Solutions and Andrea Walker of

Walker Park Media, who originally met through Twitter,

decided it was time to get locals off line and organized the

fi rst Twitter-inspired event last February.

Since the inaugural Tweet Up, the event has seen over 100

participants, has raised over $300 and brought in over 200

lbs of food for the Friends in Need Food bank.

“We saw this as an opportunity to do something great

for the community so we included an admission fee of a

monetary or non-perishable donation to the Friends In Need

Food bank” says Andrea.

1st Ridge Meadows Tweet Up of 2012

Wednesday, January 18th at 7 PM

Buffalo Club (20690 Lougheed Highway).

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For more information please contact:

Brenda Garcia Andrea Walker

Thrive Solutions Walker Park Media

(604) 765-4390 (604) 764-8249

[email protected] [email protected]


Marcs constituency office is here to assist you with:

Maple Ridge Constituency Office 102 - 23015 Dewdney Trunk RoadMaple Ridge, BC V2X 3K9 604 476 4530

Visit Marc at:

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604-467-DRUG (3784)

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Ceed Center Dinners

The growing popularity of the weekly Saturday Community

Suppers at the CEED Centre has set Port Haney abuzz. The

suppers attract working couples, street-entrenched folk and

volunteers alike for camaraderie and good food.

Although the suppers are served in Port Haney, the network

of people, businesses and organizations that support them

extends far beyond. The suppers are primarily fi nanced

and prepared by the St. George Anglican Street Ministry.

Meridian Meats and other businesses regularly donate

ingredients for hearty chilies and stews, while the Friends

in Need Food Bank supplies sandwich bread. Other faith and

secular groups also contribute.

The suppers were originally inspired by Teri Mitchell and

her late husband Robert. Robert knew everyone in the

neighbourhood by name. Originally, they saw marginalized

people who needed food, but soon came to understand that

the sense of community they provided was far more valuable.

After Robert’s death, Teri and her dedicated volunteers

carried on, partnering with the CEED Centre and tripling the

numbers to 130 people at times. Volunteers come from all

walks of life. This quick growth is attributable to the focus on

creating a welcoming, non-judgmental community.

Creating a Sense ofCommunity

Much needed donations of money or food can

be directed to Teri at

778-809-4610 or [email protected]

You are welcome to join it any Saturday.

Supper starts at 7:00 pm.


604.477.076722335 LOUGHEED HWY

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HERITAGE WEST INTERIORS

Asian GalaRidge-Meadows South Asian Cultural Society.

5th Annual Gala Dinner

Saturday, February 18th at 5:30 pm

Come join us for an evening full of South Asian

entertainment and cuisine and an opportunity to mingle

with local dignitaries, members of the local South Asian

community and those from other backgrounds.

For more info contact:

ECRA Centre

12148 224th Street, Maple Ridge

604-467-0898

For tickets and more info contact Reggie Malli

604-465-3729

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The mission of the Association is to refl ect the rich diversity

and heritage of the peoples of South Asia, their contributions

to Canadian society and to uphold the best values of their own

cultures and of Canada.

Our Mission

Literacy EventsThe Learning Room

The Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Community Literacy Committee

operates the Learning Room which offers a small lending library,

reading and writing assistance, and access to free learning

software on computers. Anyone interested in volunteering or

wishing to improve their reading and writing skills in is invited to

drop by. The Learning Room is located within the CEED Centre,

11739 223rd Street, Maple Ridge, open Tuesday to Thursday

between 9:00 am and 11:30 am.

Women’s English Group

This drop in group is taught by a TESL trained volunteer and is

held on Thursdays from 10:00 am to 11:30 am in the Learning

Room at the CEED Centre, 11739 223rd Street, Maple Ridge.

Family Literacy Day

As a lead up to Family Literacy Day on January 27th, the CLC and

its community partners are hosting a series of free public events

exploring the various aspects of literacy.

Workshop 1: Storytelling

Workshop 2: Remembering and recording your family history

Workshop 3: Financial skills explained simply and easily

January 27: Celebrate Family Literacy Day with us at the Maple

Ridge Public Library

For specifi c dates, times, and locations for these workshops visit

www.communityliteracy.ca or call a Coordinator at 604.466.6275

Contact: Angie McLeod, Literacy Outreach Coordinator

Direct Phone: 604.476.2447

Main Phone: 604.466.6275

Email: [email protected]


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AFTER HOURS @

THE ACT7PM–9PM WEEKLY

Songstage with Ivan Boudreau

Tuesday February 7th

Ivan Boudreau, hosts the evenings’ mix of

eclectic musicians & facilitates discussion on

the art and craft of the songwriting process

and how to develop live performance skills

Philosopher’s Café at The ACT

The Philosopher’s Café is open to all

participants. Thursday January 12th and

February 9th. For more information visit:

www.philosopherscafe.net

Golden Ears Writers

Tuesday January 17th. Join Golden Ears

Writers for a series of adult events and

workshops designed to build and nurture our

local writing community.

Visit The ACT website or www.facebook.com/

goldenearswriters for monthly details.

Celtic Jam with Nigel Tucker

Tuesday January 24th and February 28th

Come join Nigel and his band of merry

musicians in the spirit of Celtic muse. Bring

your instruments, voice or even just your ears

as no experience is necessary and only the love

of music required.

Holy Wow Poetry

Tuesday January 10th and February 14th

Share your poetic fl air or simply sit back and

relax over a poetic main stream of steeping

tea or cafe latte...listening to exciting and

invigorating Poems and Songs. Visit:

http://www.meetup.com/holy-wow-poets/

Start Something…

Every dollar you raise helps match kids with a mentor. Research shows that children

who have been mentored have higher self-esteem and are more likely to stay in

school – empowering them to succeed, give back and realize their true potential.

DURING BOWL FOR KIDS SAKE 2011 WE RAISED OVER $80,000.00 ACROSS THE FRASER VALLEY!

BFKS 2012 WILL BE OUR 23RD ANNIVERSARY.WE INVITE YOU TO START SOMETHING …. BIG!Mark your calendars late February through March as we roll from east to west.

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