Events guide for Surrey, White Rock and North Delta:
CONCERTS
Pride of Erin: Toe-tapping Celtic music 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 2 at White Rock Elks, 1469 George St., White Rock. Info: 604-538-4016, www.whiterockelks.ca.
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. April 13: Caroline Markos; April 27: Christie Grace, vocalist.
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.
Encore Peninsula Concerts: Monthly classical music series of concerts on Sunday afternoons (3 p.m. start) at First United Church, in White Rock, from Peninsula Productions and Music Encore Concert Society. Series continues with performances on April 6 and May 4. Tickets and information: www.peninsulaproductions.org, 604-541-2199.
Tiller’s Folly: Celtic/roots band in concert Saturday, March 29 at Blue Frog Studios, White Rock. Tickets and info via www.bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html and 604 542-3055.
The Wheat in the Barley performs at White Rock Elks hall on Saturday, March 29 ( 8 p.m. start) as part of White Rock Irish Festival. Tickets $18/$15, available at Tapestry Music and the venue, Elks at $18 but Elk members can purchase their tickets at a special price of $15 at the Elks Lounge or at the door. Because it is a licensed venue there is an age restriction of 19 plus. 604-538-4016.
Stonebolt: Rock band from the 1970s/80s revived for concert Friday, April 4 at Blue Frog Studios, White Rock. Tickets and info via www.bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html and 604 542-3055.
“Jumpâ€: Diane Lines and band perform jump blues, swing and boogie-woogie music in revue show, Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12 at Blue Frog Studios, White Rock. Tickets and info via www.bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html and 604 542-3055.
White Rock Chamber Music concert for Saturday, April 12 takes place at Crescent Gardens Retirement Residence, 1222 King George Blvd at 7:30 p.m. Featured will be Harpists Allyah Unger and Ida Wang, soprano Anna Theodosakis, pianist Musako Moody, flute/piano duo Margaret Chandler and M arion Postgate, Ocarina Ensemble and violinist Kristina Jessen. Everyone welcome. Admission $5.
Jefferson Starship: Classic-rock pioneers perform concert celebrating Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22 at Blue Frog Studios in White Rock. Tickets and info via www.bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html and 604 542-3055.
The Fab Fourever: “Canada’s Premiere Tribute To The Beatles†performs Thursday, April 24 at Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Rd., White Rock, in recreation of The Beatles’ 1964 North American Tour. Tickets are $42.50 via 604-536-7535 and www.whiterockplayers.ca. Band info: www.fabfourever.com.
“Gone Countryâ€: 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. The $25 “early bird†tickets are on sale until the end of March at www.twinscancerfundraising.com; in April and beyond, they’re priced at $35. It’s a 19-and-over party.
TALENT CONTESTS
Diamond in the Rock youth talent contest runs on Wednesday evenings, from March 5 to April 23, at Roadhouse Grille, 1781 King George Blvd., South Surrey, start time 7 p.m. Final concert will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4 at Blue Frog Studios, White Rock. For more info, email Dennis Peterson at ed.peterson@shaw.ca or visit www.facebook.com/DITR2014.
OPEN MIC
Delta Arts Council open mic night held on last Friday of every month (next event March 28) 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.
COMEDY
Danny Bhoy in “Dear Epson†comedy show presented by Just For Laughs company, shows Wednesday, April 2 and Thursday, April 3 at Bell Performing Arts Centre, Surrey. Tickets available via ticketmaster.ca and 1-855-985-5000. Show info at www.hahaha.com/dannybhoy.
CLUBS/LIVE MUSIC
The Mirage: Dance club and live music (select nights) at 15330 102A Ave., Surrey. 604-583-8828.
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. “Jazz Lounge every Wednesday evening with Rice Honeywell on keyboard and Bob Storms on reeds. 604-538-5455.
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
“Party for the Planetâ€: City of Surrey’s annual Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 26 in plaza area of city’s new city hall, with indoor and outdoor performance areas in day-long event. Live music by Said the Whale, Andrew Allen, Dear Rouge, Jordan Klassen, Jeremy Fisher, Jodi Proznick and Bobs and Lolo, others. Free admission. For more event details, visit www.surrey.ca/partyfortheplanet.
Surrey International Children’s Festival: 10th annual event gets “Up Close and Magical†from May 22 to 24 at Surrey Arts Centre and Bear Creek Park, Surrey, featuring a wide range of shows and activities for kids and families. Performers for 2014 include Eric Litwin (author of the first four “Pete the Cat†picture books), Australia’s Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo, Will Stroet, the show “Jake’s Gift†from Juno Productions and more. School and group tickets now on sale; general audience tickets will be on sale April 15, via 604-501-5566 and www.surrey.ca/childrensfestival.
DANCE
International Dance Day celebration on Tuesday, April 29 at Surrey Arts Centre’s main stage, featuring performances by Surrey-based XBa DanceCo, Zavicaj Serbian Folk Dance Group, diskordanse and Sudnya Academy of Dance. Tickets and info: 604-501-5566.
THEATRE/STAGE
“Moonlight and Magnoliasâ€: White Rock Players’ Club presents Ron Hutchinson script at Coast Capital Playhouse (1532 Johnston Rd., White Rock) from April 4 to 19 (Wednesday to Saturday, 8 p.m., plus Sunday, April 13 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $18 adults, $16 for students, seniors and CCS members, $10 during previews on April 2-3, inclusive of taxes and fees. Call 604-536-7535 or visit www.whiterockplayers.ca.
“The Drawer Boyâ€: Play written by Michael Healey staged from April 17 to May 17 at Surrey Little Theatre, 7027 184th St., Surrey. A “humourous, heartwarming play about the simple pleasures of friendship, storytelling and remembrance.†Info: www.surreylittletheatre.com.
“The H.M.S. Pinaforeâ€: Fraser Valley Gilbert & Sullivan Society stages popular musical from April 30 to May 10 at Coast Capital Playhouse, White Rock. Show runs Wed. to Sun. at 8 p.m., plus 2:30 p.m. matinee on Sun., May 4. Tickets range from $24 to $27, 604-536-7535, www.whiterockplayers.ca.
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. March 28: “Take Back your Power.â€
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.
VISUAL ART
Crescent Beach Photography Club hosts 2014 Invitational Black and White Print Challenge event on Saturday, April 12 at St. Mark’s Church hall, 12953 20th Ave., South Surrey. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., judging at 7 p.m. This juried exhibition of black-and-white images features selections from a dozen photography clubs in the Lower Mainland. Admission $5, door prizes and refreshments. Public welcome.
Painting with Peninsula Arts Foundation event Saturday, March 29, 1:30 to 4 p.m. at Semiahmoo Arts building by Centennial Arena. Painting workshop with Ellen Bradley Cheng. All proceeds go to Peninsula Arts Foundation supporting the arts in White Rock and Surrey. Info: www.peninsulaarts.org.
Mind & Matter Art Gallery: Features a variety of works at 13743 16th Ave., South Surrey, 604-536-6460, mindandmatterart.com.
Surrey Art Gallery: “Art by Surrey Secondary School Students" on view now through to April 27. Gallery located at Bear Creek Park, 88th Ave./King George Blvd. Info: 604-501-5566, arts.surrey.ca.
South Surrey/White Rock Art Society, founded in 1959, meets on second Monday of month (except July and August), 7 to 9 p.m. at St. John’s church hall, 1480 George St., White Rock. 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. April 3: White Rock-based artist Lesley Tannen.
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. Featured during the month of March: Robert Gary Parkes: “Captivating†(flowing shapes and colours captured in blown glass).
Newton Cultural Centre showcases works by local artists at 13530 72nd Ave. Info: 604-594-2700, www.artscouncilofsurrey.ca. On view during month of March: “Rainy Days and Abandoned Ways,†photos by Melanie Astoria and Linda Johner.
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
White Rock Museum + Archives: At 14970 Marine Dr. 604-541-2222, whiterock.museum.bc.ca. Exhibit on view from April 6 to May 12: “Shutter Speed: A Pictorial History of White Rock,†featuring photographs from White Rock Museum & Archives and members of Crescent Beach Photography Club.
Surrey Museum: “Echoes of Komagata Maru: 1914-2014†and “Fakes & Forgeries†exhibits on view to May 24. Museum is located at 17710 56A Ave. Info: www.surrey.ca/heritage, 604-592-6956.
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.
ANTIQUES
Antique Roadshow event hosted by White Rock Museum & Archives on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. “Book your one-on-one session with Gale Pirie, from the hit CBC show ‘Antiques Roadshow,’ to receive a verbal appraisal and historical information about your attic treasures.†Fee is $15 for one item, $40 for three items. To book appointment, call 604 541-2221 (space is limited), at 14970 Marine Dr., White Rock.
EASTER EVENTS
North Delta Lions Club hosts its 46th annual Easter Egg Hunt at Sunbury Park (Dunlop and Centre St., North Delta) on Sunday, April 20, 2 p.m. sharp, rain or shine. Children aged one to 11 years welcome.
HERITAGE/HISTORY
Seedy Saturday: Special event focuses on heirloom gardens 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 5 at Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Rd., South Surrey. Seeds saved from the facility’s heirloom gardens will be available for purchase, along with seeds from plants from local vendors. Info: 604-592-6956, www.surrey.ca/heritage.
CONFERENCE
Work of Art: Conference for Visual Artists: To celebrate Arts & Culture Week, Arts Council of Surrey is presenting a full-day conference for visual artists on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Newton Cultural Centre in Surrey. “The conference tackles many aspects of how to be a creative visual artist and pay the bills.†Information and registration at info@artscouncilofsurrey.ca, 604-594-2700, or visit Newton Cultural Centre (13530 72nd Ave., Surrey).
HEALTH
Free introductory talk on Transcendental Meditation on Thursday, April 10, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Ocean Park Library, 12854 17th Ave., Surrey. “Free introductory talk on the practical and effective benefits of TM for improved health, clearer thinking, more energy and inner calm.†Contact Joseph, 604-536-9049, www.maharishi.ca.
EDUCATION
Delta Trades and Technical Career Fair: Annual event to be held Thursday, April 24 at Sungod Recreation Centre (arena) in North Delta from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., featuring dozens of exhibitors. Last year’s event attracted 2,500 attendees, including students, parents and the general public. Info: 604-946-4141, www.delta.ca.
OPEN HOUSE
Mann Park Lawn Bowling Club hosts open house and registration event on April 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 14560 North Bluff Road (16th Ave.), White Rock. Natural grass; daily games. Info: 604 531-0833, mannparklbc.com.
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 Julian Worker, poet Kevin Spenst, performer Enrico Renz and book signing by Kevin Taylor, on Friday, March 28, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Room 418, City Centre branch of the Surrey Public Library, 10350 University Dr., Surrey (behind Surrey Central Sky Train Station). Open microphone to follow, and begins with Ghia Aweida. Free admission.
Zero-360: Open-mic style literary event offers stage to local writers for maximum of 360 seconds (six minutes) each, on second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Pelican Rouge coffee house in Central Plaza, 16th Ave at 152nd St., White Rock. Event hosted by Semiahmoo Arts, semiahmooarts.com, 604-536-8333.
Irish Poetry Night: Spoken word events hosted by Semiahmoo Arts on third Wednesday of every month at Jimmy Flynn’s Celtic Snug (new venue), 15065 Marine Dr., White Rock. For schedule and event info, see www.semiahmooarts.com or call venue, 604-538-8081.
“Local Author Sundays†events on select dates at Black Bond Books, 15562 24th Ave., South Surrey (604-536-4444, blackbondbooks.com). April 13, 2 p.m. event features White Rock-based author Geoffrey R. Tigg.
FUNDRAISERS
Watershed Artworks Gallery Shop in North Delta hosts fourth annual fundraising event on Saturday, March 29, featuring music by The Timewalkers band, art auction, appetizers and more, at Firehall Centre for the Arts, 11489 84th Ave., North Delta. Tickets are $45, watershedartworks@gmail.com, or visit the gallery, at 11425 84th Ave.
Youth Helping Youth is a group of students effecting change in the community. On April 4, the group will be holding a dinner and entertainment event at Grand Taj Banquet Hall in Surrey. Proceeds from ticket sales and donations from local business will be donated to BC Children’s Hospital in support of Excellence in Child Health. Tickets are $25 adult and $10 for ages 2-7; children under 2 will be admitted for free. Contact: Manvir Kooner, director and president, Youth Helping Youth Society, 778-840-4875.
“Gold Rush: Revisiting the Klondike†19th annual fundraising gala hosted by Sources Community Resource Centres – “a fabulous evening of food, fun and dancing Country-Western style,†on Saturday, April 5. Tickets are $125, www.sourcesbc.ca, 778-552-4538.
“Paint the Town Red for ER†fundraising gala for Peace Arch Hospital & Community Health Foundation on Saturday, May 3 at Centennial Arena, White Rock, featuring live music, auction, emcee Christopher Gaze. Tickets and info: 604-535-4520, pahfoundation.ca.
WALKS/RUNS
Color Me Rad: Cloverdale Fairgrounds will be dusted with a rainbow of hues May 31 during this for-profit 5K event, in which participants are blasted with bombs of coloured corn starch. Fee to register is $35, plus service and processing fees, via colormerad.com.
BUSINESS
SFU President Andrew Petter’s annual address to the business community at luncheon on Tuesday, April 1 at Eaglequest Golf Course, Surrey. Admission is $40 + GST each or $240 + GST for a table of six. Email heather@businessinsurrey.com for more details, or call 604-634-0341.
Spring Business Connection at MNP: Surrey Board of Trade event on Tuesday, April 8, 5:30 - 7:30pm, at MNP Surrey office, #316-5455 152nd St., Surrey. Free admission.
Cloverdale Crime Breakfast event hosted by Surrey Board of Trade, 8 a.m. Tuesday, April 15 at Sunrise Banquet Centre (5640 188th St., Surrey). Info: 604-581-7130.
Business and Education Dialogue event hosted by Surrey Board of Trade, 3 p.m. Thursday, April 24 at Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel (15269 104th Ave., Surrey). Info: 604-581-7130.
Business and Canada Post Dialogue event 7:30 a.m. Friday, April 25 at Eaglequest Golf Course (7778 152nd St., Surrey). Info: 604-581-7130.
Surrey’s Top 25 Under 25 Awards: Surrey Board of Trade is accepting nominations for the fourth annual awards. Potential recipients are business and community-minded people under the age of 25, either working in Surrey or working on a business or community related project in/for Surrey. Nomination deadline is Wednesday, May 14.
GOLF TOURNEYS
2014 Annual Surrey Board of Trade Networking Golf Tournament set for Thursday, June 5 at Morgan Creek Golf Course, South Surrey. Format is Texas Scramble. Sponsorship opportunities are available, email Brianne Colbert at brianne@businessinsurrey.com or call 604-634-0347. Info: www.businessinsurrey.com.
LIBRARY EVENTS
Surrey Libraries’ Spring Bike Cleaning workshop at the Guildford Library on Sunday, March 30, 1:30-3:30pm. This two-hour session will cover the fundamentals of how your bike works and how you can easily have it running smoothly this summer. For adults and teens grades 10+. Register at Guildford Library (15105-105 Ave) or call 604-598-7366, www.surreylibraries.ca.
“Modern Electric Cars: Now that They’re Here, What’s Their Future?â€: Come hear John Stonier, a local EV expert, on Wednesday, April 2, 7-8:30 p.m. at George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St., Delta, as he provides answers and insights into this long-standing technology and its recent re-birth after a 100 year absence. John is an owner of two electric cars: a Porsche conversion he did himself, and a 2012 Nissan LEAF.
Teen Jam Sessions: “Enjoy playing the guitar? Come jam with us! Bring your own guitar or use one of ours.†Events on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., from April 8 to May 27 at City Centre Library Teen Lounge. Free admission. Sign up at the library or call 604-598-7431. For more info, email eolcay@surrey.ca.
NFB Film Club at Semiahmoo Library: Surrey Libraries have partnered with the NFB (National Film Board of Canada) to screen animated short films for the whole family at the library. “These unique and creative short films will take you to magical places and make you think!†Open to all ages; children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Drop in. Session dates are 4 p.m. on April 1, May 6 and June 3 at Semiahmoo Library (1815 152nd St., Surrey), 604-592-6900, www.surreylibraries.ca.
Baby Play Date event: “Discover simple hands-on (no tech!) activities for playing with your baby or toddler at Baby Play Date.†Parents and caregivers are invited to George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St., North Delta, to play with their baby or toddler on Wednesday, April 9, 10:30 a.m. to noon, and go away with ideas to try at home. Find out how to turn ordinary objects into toys.
Coast Capital Reading Buddies program at Surrey Libraries: “If your child is in grades 2-4 and could benefit from reading practice, sign him/her up for this free program. Your child can improve his/her reading skills in a safe, non-threatening environment over six weekly after-school meetings. Trained high school students offer their time and expertise by ‘buddying up’ with a child to read together and engage in fun literacy activities. See www.surreylibraries.ca for details.
SALES/CRAFTS
Annual book sale hosted by Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW, North Delta/Surrey chapter) from Friday, April 4 to Sunday, April 6 at Scottsdale Shopping Centre (7031 120th St., North Delta). “A wide variety of donated books, both fiction and non fiction are offered for sale. Proceeds from the book sale provide annual bursaries to deserving female graduates of all five North Delta high schools, as well as a bursary to a female student from Kwantlen University.†For info, contact Barb at 604-594-6145 or Eleanor at 604-589-3631.
“Mini†Linen and Collectable Sale on Wednesday, April 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock. This is a fundraising project of the Kwatcha Auxiliary group, all proceeds benefit the patients of Peace Arch Hospital. Info: 604-538-2223.
KIDS/FAMILY
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 at 604-592-6956.
CALLS/AUDITIONS
2014 Youth Film Competition: Homelessness: Everyone Can Make a Differenceâ€: Youth filmmakers are invited to submit 30- or 60-second films that raise awareness about homelessness and engage people to do something about it. Prize of $500 available. Films will be used in effort to help end homelessness in Surrey, with the potential to be broadcast. Submissions will be accepted until April 22. Forms and more info: www.surreyhomeless.ca.