EVENTS GUIDE for July 17 to 23 (Surrey, White Rock and North Delta)

EVENTS GUIDE for July 17 to 23 (Surrey, White Rock and North Delta)

CONCERTS

International Blues Challenge concert: White Rock Blues Society presents fifth annual event, Sunday, July 20 at Spirit Stage (Semiahmoo Park, at White Rock’s East Beach area), featuring 15 solo/duos/bands in day-long event. Gates open at 10:30 a.m., barbecue on site. Admission $10 adv./$15 at gate, $6 parking.Tickets at Tickets.surrey.ca. and also at Tapestry/Surfside music stores. Info: Whiterockblues.com.

“Gone Country”: Benefit concert for cancer-related charities on Saturday, July 26 at Cloverdale’s Millennium Park Amphitheatre, featuring Chad Brownlee, Brett Kissel, One More Girl, Karen Lee Batten, The Washboard Union and DJ Jaxon Hawks. Tickets are $35 at www.twinscancerfundraising.com.

Trooper: Long-established rock band performs Friday, Aug. 1 at White Rock’s Star of the Sea Hall, with  guests Me and Mae and Tommy Alto. Tickets $52.50 for this 19+ concert, via Ticketweb.ca, 1-888-222-6608. Show info: RockitBoy.com.

AbraCadabra: ABBA tribute band performs Saturday, Aug. 2 at Clova Cinema as part of the movie theatre’s closing-weekend celebration, at 5732 176th St., Cloverdale. Tickets $30/$20, info at Clova.com.

Zakiya Hooker: Daughter of blues legend John Lee Hooker in concert Thursday, Aug. 14 at Blue Frog Studios in White Rock. Doors 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets $35, Bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html.

August/Acoustic Groove: Concert double bill Friday, Aug. 15 at Blue Frog Studios in White Rock. Doors 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets $35, Bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html.

Susan Jacks in concert Friday, Aug. 22 and Saturday, Aug. 23 at Blue Frog Studios in White Rock. Tickets are $45 via Bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html.

David James & Big River’s tribute to Johnny Cash: Concert on Saturday, Aug. 23 at Coast Capital Playhouse in White Rock, plus special guest Darla Kendrick as June Carter. Tickets $42.50 plus fees, 604-536-7535, Whiterockplayers.ca.

Valdy: Veteran folk performer in concert Thursday, Sept. 4 at Blue Frog Studios in White Rock. Tickets $25 via Bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html.

Willy & the Poor Boys perform music of CCR on Friday, Sept. 5 at Blue Frog Studios in White Rock. Tickets $35 via Bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html.

Jazz Vespers at Northwood United Church: Hour-long concert events on select Sunday afternoons at church, 8855 156th St., Surrey, starting at 4 p.m.

White Rock Trad Jazz Society: Presents three-hour concert/dance events Sunday afternoons (select dates) at Crescent Beach Legion, 3-6 p.m. at 2643 128th St., South Surrey. Admission: $8/10. Info: 604-591-7275, www.whiterocktradjazz.com.

OPEN MIC

Delta Arts Council open mic night held on last Friday of every month at Firehall Centre for the Arts (11489 84th Ave., North Delta). “Open Mic gives local talent the opportunity to share and showcase.” Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $4/person at the door. Info: www.deltaartscouncil.ca.

COMMUNITY

Sports equipment drive on Friday, July 18 to honour the humanitarian legacy of Nelson Mandela: Residents are asked to bring new and/or used sports equipment to Surrey city hall plaza with the goal of outfitting 67 children in need with the sporting equipment they require to be active and healthy. The Rotary Rec for Kids van be onsite to collect donations. Event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at plaza, 13450 104th Ave., Surrey. “Nelson Mandela dedicated 67 years of his life to the struggle for social justice. In honour of his memory, and to inspire others to continue his work, July 18 has been declared International Nelson Mandela Day.” Info: 604-598-5763.

SHOWS

Toopy and Binoo in “Fun and Games,” a new musical production from Koba Entertainment, at Bell Performing Arts Centre in Surrey on Oct. 11 as part of a 52-date tour of Canada. Show integrates music, theatre, dance, puppetry and innovative multimedia technology. Tickets via Ticketmaster.ca and by phone, 1-855-985-5000.

DAY CAMPS

Ocean Park-based school The Drama Class offers five-day drama camps for kids ages 7-12, continuing July 21-25, 1-3 p.m. “Five days of learning all about creating characters in drama. Includes a performance for the parents.” Call 604-535-5977 or email info@thedramaclass.com. Info: Thedramaclass.com.

Surrey Libraries presents Teen Makers Camp at City Centre Library: “Teens, join us for four weeks of making with digital design, book-making, website hacking, and costumes!” Thursdays from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on dates of July 24, 31, Aug. 7 and 14. “Zero experience necessary. Awesome supplies are provided.” Free. To register, call 604-598-7427.

CLUBS/LIVE MUSIC

Olympia Pizza: Live music, comedy and more on stage at venue in Whalley, 10257 King George Blvd. 604-584-1388, www.facebook.com/olympia.resto. Tues. and Thurs. open-mic night, live band jam night; Wed. “FreeStyle” hip-hop/rap with Rasta Mike. Comedy night on last Friday of month with Dennis Lintonjua.

Sawbucks Pub: Live music on select weekend nights, 1626 152nd St., South Surrey. “Almost Famous Karaoke” Thursdays, Trivia Night Tuesdays. 604-536-6420, Sawbuckspub.com.

White Rock Elks Lodge #431: Live music and special events on select nights, karaoke on Fridays, at 1469 George St., White Rock, 604-538-4016, www.whiterockelks.ca.

Five Corners Bistro, 15182 Buena Vista Ave, White Rock,  Wednesday evenings featuring Al Wieb, virtuoso jazz guitarist and guests. Call 604-538-5455 for reservations.

Dublin Crossing: Live music six nights a week at 18789 Fraser Hwy., Surrey. 604-575-5470.

Central City Brewing Co.: Live music on select nights at restaurant/bar, 13450 102nd Ave., at Central City, Surrey. 604-582-6620, centralcitybrewing.com.

Sandpiper Pub: Live music on select nights at 15595 Marine Dr., White Rock, 604-531-7625, www.sandpiperpub.com.

Washington Avenue Grill: Live music Wed.-Sun. at restaurant at East Beach (15782 Marine Dr., White Rock). 604-541-4244, washingtonavenuegrill.com.

FESTIVALS/FAIRS

Surrey Fusion Festival, a yearly celebration of music, food and culture staged by the City of Surrey with corporate partners, is set for the weekend of Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20 at Holland Park, Surrey. Free admission. Info: Surrey.ca/fusionfestival.

Honeybee Festival: Two-day event will take place this year on the weekend of July 26 and 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Honeybee Centre, located at the corner of Fraser Highway and 176th Street, Surrey. “As much fun as beekeeping and tours are, sometimes we like to let loose by inviting the community to swing by our hive for some free family fun,” reads a post at Honeybeecentre.com.

2014 White Rock Sea Festival takes place from Friday, Aug. 1 to Sunday, Aug. 3 in White Rock, with live entertainment, Torch Light parade, beach volleyball and soccer tournaments, vendor market, Pirates in the Park play area at Semiahmoo Park, Cupcake’s Teddy Bear Picnic, more. Info: Whiterockseafestival.ca.

SPECIAL EVENTS

“Party on the Pier” event celebrates 100th anniversary of White Rock pier on Thursday, Aug. 28, featuring music by Powder Blues Band and Mostly Marley, plus “food, fun and fireworks” on the landmark structure. Tickets are $100, each contains a $40 tax receiptable donation, via Semiahmooarts.com and 604-536-8333. Tickets can also be purchased at South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre office, 14601 20th Ave., Surrey. The event is a fundraiser for Semiahmoo Arts, the arts council that serves the area of White Rock and South Surrey.

THEATRE/STAGE

“Blithe Spirit”: Peninsula Productions stages Noel Coward comedy, to July 26 at Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Rd., White Rock. Tickets range from $18 to $25, depending on date purchased. For show info and tickets, call 604-536-7535 or visit Peninsulaproductions.org.

“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged”: Fighting Chance Productions and White Rock Players’ Club present fast-paced comedy Aug. 6 to 23 at Coast Capital Playhouse, White Rock, starring Tom Gage, Ryan Mooney, Christopher Nash, directed by Julie Casselman. Shows Wednesday thru Saturdays at 8 p.m., matinees Saturday, Aug. 9 and 16 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets $18/$20, 604-536-7535, Whiterockplayers.ca.

Beach House Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors” and the more kid-friendly “The Three Munschketeers, a Debbie Patterson-written adaptation of five stories by Robert Munsch,” on an outdoor stage at Crescent Beach from Aug. 11 to 17. Tickets and info: Beachhousetheatre.org.

FOOD/BEVERAGES

Ukrainian “soul food” (perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch) will be available on Friday, July 25 at a fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108th Ave., Surrey. Eat-in, take away, or ready for your freezer. For information, call 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313.

Surrey’s Food Cart Fest: Events held Saturday afternoons in August at Surrey city hall plaza, starting Aug. 2 and ending Aug. 30. Many food trucks on site. Event planners are Vancity, Arrival Agency and Streetfood Vancouver.

KIDS/FAMILY

Park Play: Free park-play summer program for kids – “climb an outdoor rock wall, get your face painted, meet your summer Park Play staff and more.” From July 2 to Aug. 29 at various parks around Surrey. For detailed schedule, visit Surrey.ca/files/2014_park_play_schedule.pdf. Info: 604-501-5050.

Make Believe Birthday Parties: “Celebrate your birthday at Surrey Museum. Invite your friends and choose from themes like Pirates, Dinosaurs, Cowboy/Cowgirl, Ancient Egypt and more.” Saturdays from 2-4 p.m. $12.50 per child (birthday child is free). Must pre-book by calling 604-592-6956.

SENIORS

“Seniors in the Park” program: Free activities for seniors all summer at Francis Park, 15951 83rd Ave., Surrey, at south side of Fleetwood Community Centre. Lawn darts, bocce, horseshoes, cards and other activities are planned every Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. until Aug. 28, as part of City of Surrey program. Info: 604-501-5094, partnersinparks@surrey.ca.

Music Jammers: Seniors (50+) invited to join in lively two-hours of music, dancing and fun, Wednesdays from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Kennedy House Seniors Centre, 11760 88th Ave., North Delta. Drop-in fee 35 cents. “Call ahead to make sure we’re not cancelled that week.” 604-594-2717.

VISUAL ART

“Local Artists in Conversation”: Join local artists Elizabeth Hollick (White Rock), Davida Kidd (Langley), and Helma Sawatzky (Surrey) in conversation with Surrey Art Gallery Assistant Curator, Brian Foreman on Thursday, July 17 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the gallery. The artists will discuss their work in the new exhibition ‘Seen From Here: Recent Acquisitions,’ and will consider the meaning and importance of museum art collections to them as practicing artists. The program includes time to meet and speak with the artists over refreshments. Admission is free.

“Art on Display” program at White Rock Community Centre: ‘Confessions’ by Jaime Smith, on view from July 25 to Aug. 30. Opening reception on Thursday, July 24 from 7 to 9 p.m., at 15154 Russell Ave., White Rock.

“Lush West Coast” (Bette Hurd) and “The Romance of Africa” (Valerie Grimmell) joint exhibition features works by the two artists, on view to July 22 at Mind & Matter Art Gallery, 13743 16th Ave., South Surrey. Info: 604-536-6460, mindandmatterart.com.

Surrey Art Gallery: “Change: Contemporary Ismaili Muslim Art” exhibit on view to Aug. 9; “Arts 2014” juried art exhibit on view from June 28 to Aug. 30, with opening reception on June 27, 7 p.m. Gallery is located at Bear Creek Park, 88th Ave./King George Blvd. 604-501-5566, Surrey.ca/artgallery.

South Surrey/White Rock Art Society, founded in 1959, meets on second Monday of month (except July and August), 7 p.m. start, at South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre, 14601 20th Ave., Surrey (new, permanent meeting site). Info: www.artsociety.ca.

Thursday Artist Talk: Events hosted by Surrey Art Gallery Association (SAGA) on first Thursday of every month at Bear Creek Park facility. Info: 604-501-5566, www.arts.surrey.ca.

Watershed Artworks gallery shop: Works by local artists featured at North Delta facility operated by non-profit Watershed Artworks Society, at 11425 84th Ave. Info: 604-596-1029, Watershedartworks.ca. Rita Chaplinsky’s “Naturescapes: Portraying the Beauty That Surrounds Us” works will be featured during month of July.

Newton Cultural Centre showcases works by local artists at 13530 72nd Ave. Info: 604-594-2700, Artscouncilofsurrey.ca.

Surrey Urban Screen: Digital art shown on screen on side of building at Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre, at 13458 107A Ave. Exhibit can be viewed from 30 minutes after sunset until midnight. Info: 604-598-5898, www.surreyurbanscreen.ca.

Coffee Gallery at the Tate: Local gallery with 20 local artists, at #59-7238 189th St. Surrey (facing on 72nd Ave., at 189th). Visit www.CoffeeGalleryattheTate.com.

Cheryl’s Trading Post: Wide range of original Northwest Coast Art, Inuit and Peruvian art featured at gallery, #103-1711 152nd St. (Semiahmoo Shopping Centre), Surrey. Info: email cherylstradingpost@gmail.com.

MUSEUMS

Surrey Museum: “Kids Celebrate!” exhibit, from Canadian Museum of History, on display to Sept. 6. Museum is located at 17710 56A Ave. Info: www.surrey.ca/heritage, 604-592-6956.

White Rock Museum + Archives: At 14970 Marine Dr. 604-541-2222, whiterock.museum.bc.ca. Exhibit on view until Sept. 1: “Play On! Water Sports & Recreation of Times Gone By.”

Historic Stewart Farm: Located at site of 1894 farmhouse and heritage gardens, at 13723 Crescent Rd., South Surrey. Info: 604-592-6956, www.surrey.ca/heritage.

Surrey Archives: Facility located at 17671 56th Ave., Cloverdale. Info: 604-502-6459.

REUNIONS

40th reunion for Delta Senior Secondary and South Delta Senior Secondary (classes of 1974) will be held Saturday, Aug. 2 at Sundance Inn (6574 Ladner Trunk Rd., Delta). Tickets $30. Please RSVP. DSS74 grads contact Mary Jo (Glen) Ohl mjo_ohl@shaw.ca; SDSS74 grads contact Deb (Reimer) Tremain debra.tremain@gmail.com.

DANCES

Surrey Fiddlers Old Time Dance takes place at Clayton Hall (18513 70th Ave., Surrey) on the first Thursday of every month, except July and August, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Admission is $3. For info, call 604-576-1066 or 604-538-3363.

BOOKS/LIT

Surrey Muse: Arts and literary event featuring author Tariq Malik, poet Joanne Arnott, performer Sherry Duggal and book-signing author Marim Zohra Durrani, on Friday, July 25 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at City Centre branch, Surrey Public Library, 10350 University Dr. Open microphone to follow, and begins with Sonja Grgar. Free admission.

“Local Author” events on select dates at Black Bond Books, 15562 24th Ave., South Surrey (604-536-4444,  Blackbondbooks.com).

FUNDRAISERS

Dog wash benefits SALI (Semiahmoo Animal League Inc.) to help at-risk children and at-risk animals, on Saturday, July 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Morgan Crossing (Steve Nash Gym & Starbucks plaza). Minimum donation $20 per dog. “Bring your fur baby for a warm water bath, towel dry, and plenty of hugs!” Event presented in partnership with The Paw Spa. Info: Sali.ca.

WRESTLING

All Star Wrestling presents “WRESTLEREUNION IV” on Friday July 25, 8 p.m. start at Alice McKay Building, Clovedale Fairgrounds, 6050 176th St., Surrey. “Honoring the wrestling stars of the past featuring the wrestling stars of the future.” Tickets are range from $12 to $20 at Central City Comix, Comics Scene, also Allstar-wrestling.com, 604-710-0872.

WALKS/RUNS

Jog for the Bog & International Bog Day 2014: “Come for the Run. Stay for the Fun!” at event, on Sunday, July 27 at Delta site. Info: Burnsbog.org/jog.

“Beats on the Streets” Surrey 10K event on Sept. 6. “Where music, running, fun and community come together.” Family-friendly event has musical performances along the 10K racecourse and concert finale at the finish line. Info: Surrey10K.com.

SALES/CRAFTS

Summer Swap Meet hosted by White Rock’s First United Church (corner of Centre and Buena Vista) on the Saturdays of July 26 and Aug. 9 & 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Come sell or come buy! Save the hassle of your own garage sale and enjoy some fellowship while recycling. Indoor and Outdoor tables. Great deals and more.” Call 604-531-4850 to sign up for a table or parking stall.

The Youth Arts Council of Surrey hosts a Community Garage Sale Fundraiser on July 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Newton Cultural Centre, 13530 72nd Ave. in Surrey. Fee $20 per space, $5 additional for a table. Over 40 spaces available. Call or email for info or registration: 604-594-2700 youthartscouncil@gmail.com.

St. Michael’s Church garage sale on Saturday, July 26 at 12996 60th Ave., Surrey, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. “There will be Burgers for sale for $2 each.” Info: 604-591-8323.

MARKETS

White Rock Farmers’ Market runs until Oct. 12 at Miramar Plaza, 15154 Russell Ave., on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: Whiterockfarmersmarket.ca, 604-897-3276.

Firehall Farmers’ Market held every second Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Firehall Centre for the Arts, 11489 84th Ave. Info: Facebook.com/FirehallFarmersMarket.

Surrey Urban Farmers’ Market held Wednesday afternoons in summer at new home, on the plaza outside the new city hall in Surrey, from noon to 5 p.m. Info: Surreymarket.org.

Surrey Night Market: Open-air summer market for local residents to sell and consume a variety of local foods, services and goods. At Cloverdale Fairgrounds, Friday and Saturday nights from July 5 to Aug. 30, from 6 to 11 p.m., 17726 62nd Ave., Surrey. Info: Surreynightmarket.com.

WORSHIP

Christ The King Church held its last worship service on 104th Ave in March before church demolition. The ground-breaking ceremony for the new church at 104th Ave was held in May. During construction of new church over the next two years, 10 a.m. worship services, Sunday school and the office are located at 10568 King George Blvd., in Dell Shopping Centre, South Entrance. Call 604-581-9427 or www.ctklcsurrey.com for information.

GOLF

Business Women’s group at Nico Wynd golf course in South Surrey has openings and is “encouraging women with a declarable income to come out and join the club.” Club plays 18 holes on Saturdays between March 1 and Oct. 31. “Members can be as competitive as they like, or simply come out for social golf.” For details, contact Lillian Moe at 604-536-6204 or Veronica Lynch, 604-943-6034.

LIBRARY EVENTS

Surrey Libraries’ Young Adult Writing Contest: Cash prizes will be awarded per category and age group. The contest is open to ages 12 to 18 years.  Entries must be in by Monday, Aug. 4. Free to enter. Entry rules and forms are available at Surreylibraries.ca/teens.

White Rock Library: 15342 Buena Vista Ave., White Rock. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca, 604-541-2201. White Rock Chess Club meets at library Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 2:30 p.m.

GARDENING

North Surrey Horticultural Society celebrates its 75th anniversary with a Strawberry Tea event 2 p.m. Saturday, July 19 at Grace Community Church, 14618 110th Ave., Surrey. Refreshments, music by Jana Seale, demonstration by Vintage Flower Arrangements (by Andre Erasmus). Info: Trudy, 604-588-8977 or Mary, 604-581-3152.

YOUTH

SASSY Awards call for nominations: Organizers of fourth annual event (Service Above Self Surrey Youth) seek nominations for awards in seven categories (community service, environmental leadership, international service, overcoming adversity, performing and visual arts, sportsmanship and youth leadership). Cash prizes, plus all award nominees have chance to win “trip of a lifetime” courtesy of White Rock Travel and G Adventures. Nominations accepted until Sept. 26; gala event Friday, Nov. 21 at Surrey Arts Centre. Info: www.sassyawards.ca, www.facebook.com/SASSYAwards, www.surrey.ca/youth.

BUSINESS

Federal Minister of International Trade, Hon. Ed Fast, to speak at Surrey Board of Trade luncheon event on Thursday, Aug. 7 at Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel. Topic: “Moving Forward:  Successful Local Business is Canada’s Trade Success.” Admission $45 + GST each, or a table of 6 for $270 + GST (members). To register, visit Businessinsurrey.com/sidebar-events, call 604-581-7130.

Surrey Board of Trade’s Summer Sizzle rooftop reception, hosted by Sandman Suites Surrey-Guildford and Moxie’s Grill and Bar, on Thursday, Aug. 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. “This popular event is a great way to wrap up the summer business season!” Info: Businessinsurrey.com/sidebar-events.

2014 Surrey Business Excellence Awards: Surrey Board of Trade accepts nominations for awards, deadline Sept. 17 in seven categories. Contact Brianne Colbert at brianne@businessinsurrey.com or 604-634-0347. Winners announced at awards gala Thursday, Nov. 6 at Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel (tickets are $110 each or $1050 for a table of 10, via 604-581-7130 or info@businessinsurrey.com). Info: Businessinsurrey.com.

MOVIE THEATRES

Clova Cinema: 5732 176th St., Cloverdale. 604-574-1114.

Empire Studio 12 Guildford: 15051 101st Ave. 604-581-1716.

Strawberry Hill Cineplex: 12161 72nd Ave., Surrey. 604-501-9400.

Hollywood 3 Cinemas: 7125 138th St. (Newton Centre, near 72nd Ave., Surrey). 604-592-4441.

Caprice 4: 2381 King George Blvd., South Surrey. 604-531-7456.

FILM EVENTS

White Rock Social Justice Film Society shows documentary movies with themes of social justice at First United Church, 15385 Semiahmoo Ave., White Rock, by donation. Info: whiterocksocialjusticefilmfestival.ca.

Get Reel: Film series hosted by Semiahmoo Arts at White Rock Community Centre, with screenings held on select nights, 7 p.m. start. Guest speakers lead a discussion following each film. Tickets $10/11; Info: 604-536-8333, www.whiterockartscouncil.com.