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COMMUNITY CALENDAR: 91ԭ ‘leaps’ into spring with lots of events planned

This list features community- and support-group meetings.
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Send details about 91ԭ community events and groups to datebook@langleyadvancetimes.com. (Black Press Media files) (File photo)

Grad reunion: 91ԭ 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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Mean Girls, the Musical High School Edition: 91ԭ Secondary production is Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7 p.m. starting Feb. 29 until March 9. 2 p.m. matinees on Saturdays. Tickets are $14 for adults, and $12 for seniors or students. Advance tickets: lssmeangirls@gmail.com (pay at the door), or go to .

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Our Town: Little Dipper Theatre production runs March 1 to 3 and 6 to 10 in the Fort 91ԭ Community Hall, 9167 Glover Rd. Tickets are $35 general admission or $25 for students, seniors, children, or theatre artists. Info: littledippertheatre.com.

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Fort 91ԭ Bird Count: Starting time is 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, for the bird count. Participants choose one of six routes in the village. Info and registration: Phil, strix@uniserve.com.

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Willow planting: People can sign up to help plant willows at Derby Reach for shoreline stabilization. Next session is 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 2. Info: www.drbipa.org.

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Workout for Women’s Day: Inspire Fitness in Fort 91ԭ and other fitness studios are fundraising for International Women’s Day, offering by donation classes between March 2 and 8 in support of BabyGoRound, Mavis McMullen Housing Society, and Rise Women’s Legal Centre. Info: www.strongertogethervancouver.com.

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The Matchmaker: Theatre in the Country stages Thornton Wilder’s classic rom-com until March 3, Wednesday through Saturday, at 6:30 p.m. (dinner) or 1:30 p.m. matinee (show only) on Feb. 24. Dinner theatre shows available (dietary options available). Info: theatreinthecountry.com or 604-259-9737.

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I’ll be Back Before Midnight: 91ԭ Little Theatre production runs until March 2 at 4307 200th St. Tickets: $25. Info: langleylittletheatre.org.

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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. Next event: March 1.

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Trace Bundy: Internationally acclaimed guitar virtuoso performs at Kwantlen Polytechnic University 91ԭ at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 2. Advance tickets: $25. Info: eventbrite.ca (747834652577)

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Bergmann Piano Duo: 91ԭ Community Music School concert is at 7:30 p.m. on March 2 in the Rose Gellert Hall, 4899 207th St. Tickets are $33 for adults, $30 for seniors, $18 for students, and $10 for LCMS students. Info: langleymusic.com.

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Courage Cafe: 91ԭ Community Action Table and United Churches of 91ԭ hosting public event to teach about the toxic drug crisis and provide naloxone training. March 4 event is 7 to 9 p.m. on March 4 at the United Church, 21562 Old Yale Rd. Free and suitable for ages 13 and older. Evening includes information on the drug crisis, understanding stigma, how to support loved ones, and training as well as dessert and refreshments. Info: dsnyder@sscss.org or @91ԭODR on Facebook.

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International Women’s Day: Four 91ԭ Rotary clubs host a luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 9, at the 91ԭ Golf Centre. Guest speaker is Taylin McGill, 2019 Courage to Come Back winner. Tickets: $60 per person. Info and tickets: rotarywomensday.com.

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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. Info: valleybluegrassmusic@gmail.com.

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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. Next dance is Feb. 16 (Valentine’s theme). Free lesson at 7:30 p.m. with general dancing at 8:15. $10 admission. Charleston lessons available in March. 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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91ԭ Camera Club: Group meets regularly at the 91ԭ Lions Society West 91ԭ 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 91ԭ, 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: 91ԭ 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: 91ԭ 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: 91ԭ 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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91ԭ 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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91ԭ Community Chorus: Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the United Churches of 91ԭ (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: 91ԭ Environmental Partners Society invites seniors to take part. Drop-in format Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the 91ԭ Learning Farm, Derek Doubleday Arboretum. Info: Amanda, agriculture@leps.bc.ca.

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Monday Morning Talk Show: 91ԭ 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. Info: Angie, 778-836-0270, or Mary, 604-534-4802. Next dance: March 2: Hazelmere Heritage Fiddlers. March 9: Ukrainian Prairie Band. March 16: new band. March 23: Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers. March 30: no dance – Easter weekend

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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: 91ԭ 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@MensShed91ԭ.ca or MensShed91ԭ.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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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 10 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Dean Drysdale branch and Murrayville branch. 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 a.m. at Brookswood. Limited space. Register in advance through the website. Info: www.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 at 3 p.m. in Murrayville, and 3:30 p.m. at the Muriel Arnason. 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 91ԭ branch has a 1 to 3 p.m. session Wednesdays. Thursdays: Fort 91ԭ 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: 91ԭ 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. Next meeting is Feb. 21 at a new location - 91ԭ Community Services Society, unit 100 6470 201st St.

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Community Engagement: 91ԭ 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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91ԭ 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 91ԭ 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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Groups are welcome to submit information about upcoming community events in 91ԭ. Click here. Publication is at the discretion of the newspaper, and host groups are responsible for keeping their information up to date.

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