91原创 Christmas Tea: Tickets for the Thank You for Caring Society fundraiser benefiting local causes are on sale. 13th annual tea is Sunday, Nov. 26, at Cascades Casino. Tickets: $50 each or $500 for a table, at https://tinyurl.com/5n6dtbd9. Info: Thank You for Caring Society Facebook.
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Scarecrow Stroll: Art鈥檚 Nursery annual charity event runs until Oct. 31. More than 60 creative scarecrows are on display. People can also enjoy the high school upcycle challenge, take and make scarecrow kits, a pop-up pumpkin patch, and more. Food trucks and live music every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 8490 192nd St. Site open daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Shawshank Redemption: Theatre in the Country performances are Wednesday through Saturday until Oct. 28. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. with the show at 7:30 p.m. Theatre-only matinees are 2 p.m. Saturdays. Mature content warning. Info: theatreinthecountry.com.
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Tree planting: Derby Reach and Brae Island Parks Association invites public to take part in events this coming weekend at Edgewater Bar, 21801 Allard Cres. Friday, Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., helpers needed for plant delivery and layout planning for 700 plants. Saturday, Oct. 28 from 9:30 a.m. to noon is a planting and mulching session. There is a second planting and mulching session from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Info: www.drbipa.org.
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Tree planting and invasive clean up: Yorkson Creek Watershed Enhancement Society welcomes volunteers to help with work to create a small forest at Derby Reach Regional Park. Involves planting trees and shrubs, and invasive grass control. Work bees are 10 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Oct. 29. Info: stewardship@leps.bc.ca.
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I Love You and It Hurts: Fundraiser for MCC BC鈥檚 End Abuse programs, the show features three short plays. Suitable for all ages. Admission is by donation at the door. Local show is Thursday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. in the 91原创 Mennonite Fellowship, 20997 40th Ave. Info: langleymennonite.ca/end-abuse.
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Jackson Hollow: The Valley Bluegrass Music Society is hosting the band in a show Friday, Oct. 27. The band performs a 45-minute show followed by jamming. Event is in St. Andrew鈥檚 Church, 9025 Glover Rd. Tickets: $7 for members and $10 for non-members (cash only). Society hosts jam sessions September to June. Info: valleybluegrassmusic@gmail.com.
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Halloween dance: Fort 91原创 Community Hall dance is Friday, Oct. 27, starting at 6:30 p.m. Witches dancing on hall鈥檚 front lawn at 7 p.m. to kick off the party. The Fort Boyz perform. Cash bar. Tickets: $15 online. Info: www.creative-compass.com.
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Halloween Howler: Jubilee Community Hall, 7989 Bradner Rd., hosts March Hare for its Halloween dinner dance starting at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28. Overnight parking allowed but no plugs ins. Tickets: $45 (advance only, no minors). Info: eventbrite.ca (722066579577).
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Very, Very Improv: Group takes to the Bez Arts Hub stage at 8 p.m. on the last Saturday of each month. Tickets: bezartshub.com.
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Fall art show: Port Kells Art Club show and sale is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 29, at the Fort 91原创 Community Hall, 9167 Glover Rd. Wide range of original art as well as art cards available.
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Art Show: The second annual art show by the Artist Circle Group features original paintings in oil, acrylic and watercolour, and is on Nov. 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the auditorium of the Shepherd in the Valley Lutheran Church, 20097 72nd Ave.
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Rx by Kate Fodor: 91原创 Little Theatre production runs Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. from Oct. 26 to Nov. 11 and Sundays at 2 p.m. at the theatre, 4307 200th St. Tickets: $25. Info: langleylittletheatre.org.
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Open call for musicians: Glow 91原创 is accepting applications from musicians interested in performing at upcoming Glow event at Christmas. Info: glowgardens.com/langley-Christmas/get-involved.
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Walkers and manual wheelchairs: 91原创 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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91原创 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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91原创 Community Chorus: Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the United Churches of 91原创 (Murrayville). Group is looking for more tenors. Info: membership secretary, lccmembershipsec@gmail.com.
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Timms Texas Hold 鈥楨m 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: 91原创 Environmental Partners Society invites seniors to take part. Drop-in format Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the 91原创 Learning Farm, Derek Doubleday Arboretum. Info: Amanda, agriculture@leps.bc.ca.
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Monday Morning Talk Show: 91原创 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. Info: Angie, 778-836-0270, or Mary, 604-534-4802.
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91原创 Christmas Choir: People are invited to be part of a seasonal community choir being organized by Gail Suderman. For those 19 and older who are familiar with reading choral music. Rehearsals take place at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 20097 72nd Ave., on Wednesdays from 7:45 to 9:30 p.m., starting Oct. 25 and wrap up Dec. 6. Concert is at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 10. No cost to participate. Info: gail.svlc@shaw.ca.
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Swing Dance Social: Monthly dances hosted by Swing Shift, a non-profit dance group, are offered at the Murrayville Hall. 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鈥檚 Shed: 91原创 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鈥檚 restaurant on Glover Road and the 91原创 Bypass. During October, special information sessions are 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28 at the restaurant. Info: info@MensShed91原创.ca or MensShed91原创.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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Singles Social Walking Club: Singles 55 and older meet for walks 10 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays, brunches, and other get-togethers in Delta, Surrey, White Rock, 91原创 and surrounding area. Info: Marianne, 604-790-5206 or marianne.emmerton@gmail.com.
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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鈥檚 gambling. Welcome whether gambler seeks help or not. Info: vancouvergamanon@shaw.ca or 604-626-9418.
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Collectors Club: Described as 鈥渁dult show and tell鈥� 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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Halloween Storytime: Kids can enjoy Halloween themed stories, games and songs at a session 10 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31, at the Muriel Arnason Library.
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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 9:230 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鈥� 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 91原创 branch has a 1 to 3 p.m. session Wednesdays. Thursdays: Fort 91原创 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. 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: 91原创 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 Oct. 18.
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Community Engagement: 91原创 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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91原创 Newcomers and Friends: Women鈥檚 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鈥檚 Jewels: Women鈥檚 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鈥檚 Kitchen Cafe in Fort 91原创 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鈥檚 Anglican Church, 20955 Old Yale Rd. Info: Marnie, 604-539-8602.
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Fort 91原创 Village Farmers Market: Goes until Dec. 2, each Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 9025 Glover Rd. Info: fortlangleyvillagefarmersmarket.org.
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