EVENTS GUIDE for May 22 to 28 (Surrey, White Rock and North Delta)

EVENTS GUIDE for May 22 to 28 (Surrey, White Rock and North Delta) 

CONCERTS

Kent Street Choristers present their spring concert “Celebrate” on Friday, May 23, 7:30 p.m., at First United Church, 15385 Semiahmoo Ave., White Rock.  Tickets are available at the Kent Street Centre or from choir members. $15 for adults, children under 12 free.

Blues Brothers Too: Tribute band plays hits from the movie and more, two shows Friday, May 30 at Blue Frog Studios in White Rock. Show info and tickets: bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html.

Ernie Watts with the Marc Seales Trio: Two-time Grammy nominee Watts returns to Blue Frog Studios in White Rock on Saturday, May 31, two shows. Show info and tickets: bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html.

Jane’s Blonde: Dance-rock band plays hit songs at Sawbucks Pub on Saturday, May 31, 1626 152 St., South Surrey. No cover charge. 604-536-6420, www.sawbuckspub.com.

The Fab Fourever: Acclaimed Beatles tribute band performs on Thursday, June 5 and Friday, June 6 at Clova Cinema. Tickets range from $15 to $30 via the theatre box office, 5732 176th St, email FabFourever.ClovaTickets@gmail.com.

“Snowbird” tribute concert features the music of Anne Murray, featuring Nova Scotia-based singer Laura Gillespie, two shows Friday, June 13 at Blue Frog Studios, White Rock. Show info and tickets: bluefrogstudios.ca/newshows.html.

“Ladies Of The Blues” concert staged by White Rock Blues Society on Saturday, June 21 at Pacific Inn Resort bar, South Surrey, featuring Sibel Thrasher, Dalannah Gail Bowen and Deb Rhymer. Tickets and info: tickets.surrey.ca, 604-501-5566.

“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.

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.

FESTIVALS/FAIRS

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.

THEATRE/STAGE

“Grease”: Musical theatre production on stage at North Surrey Secondary Theatre (15945 96th Ave., Surrey, 604 581-4433), on May 21, 22, 27, 28, 7 p.m. shows; doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for students.

“Pinkalicious!”: Musical staged by Surrey Youth Theatre Company (SYTCO) on Saturday, May 31 (11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.) and Sunday, June 1 (2 p.m.) at Wheelhouse Theatre at Earl Marriott Secondary, South Surrey. For details, search for event at brownpapertickets.com.

“On-Air”: Praise Theatre Ensemble and Arts Ministry presents annual musical theatre production on Saturday, May 31, 6 p.m. at Chandos Pattison Auditorium, 10238 168th St., Surrey. The “Broadway-esque year-end production will make you laugh, cry, be in love and get you up on your feet with their amazing and talented local cast,” with special appearances by hip-hop dancers. Info: www.praiseteamstudio.com.

“Barefoot in the Park”: Romantic comedy by Neil Simon staged by White Rock Players’ Club from June 4 to 21, at Coast Capital Playhouse on Johnston Road, White Rock. The play, directed by Marko Hohlbein, is about newlyweds who are at odds their apartment, their neighbours and their sex life. The cast features Becca Strom as Corrie, Ryan Mooney as Paul, Raymond Hatton as Victor and Cindy Peterson as Mrs. Banks. Info: 604-536-7535, www.whiterockplayers.ca.

FOOD/BEVERAGES

Ukrainian “soul food” (perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch) will be available on Friday, May 30 at a fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 pm 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.

Greek Food Festival in Surrey: Annual event held from June 6 to 15 on grounds at Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 13181 96th Ave., Surrey, featuring Greek food, music dancing, vendors and more. Free admission. Info: Visit greekorthodoxsurrey.org, call 604-496-5099, email surreygreekfest@gmail.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. May 30: “Occupy Love.”

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

Mind & Matter Art Gallery: Features a variety of works at 13743 16th Ave., South Surrey, 604-536-6460, mindandmatterart.com. 

Surrey Art Gallery: “Ruptures in Arrival: Art in the Wake of the Komagata Maru” exhibit on view to June 15. Gallery located at Bear Creek Park, 88th Ave./King George Blvd. 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 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. Sandra Cattermole’s “Patters in Nature,” a collection of natural wonders in pastel and paint, is featured during month of May. 

Newton Cultural Centre showcases works by local artists at 13530 72nd Ave. Info: 604-594-2700, www.artscouncilofsurrey.ca. Featured during month of May: “Neo-Identity” by Thomas Nelles.

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: “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.

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. 

ANTIQUES

Surrey Antiques off the Roadshow: Event on Saturday, May 31, from noon to 3 p.m., at Surrey Art Gallery. Appraisals by experts who are knowledgeable about jewelry, antiques, collectibles, antiquarian books, and Asian, European and First Nations art. The cost is $10 for the first item and $5 for each additional item. This is a drop-in event; registration is not required. Observers are welcome. Parking is free. This event is sponsored by Surrey Art Gallery Association. Surrey Art Gallery is located at 13750 88th Ave., one block east of King George Boulevard, in Bear Creek Park. 604-501-5566, www.surrey.ca/artgallery.

HEALTH

“ADHD: The Good, The Bad, The Brilliant” educational session on Thursday, May 29 at Panorama Ridge Secondary School Theatre, 7 to 9 p.m. at 13220 64th Ave., Surrey. Presentation to provide an introduction to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, the neurology that creates it, and tools to help kids with ADHD learn more, and stay on task. Pre-register at Eventbrite or at www.ldafs.org, 604-591-5156.

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 on Friday, May 23, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., featuring poet Russell Wallace, author Eileen Kernaghan and performer Sana Janjua. Open microphone to follow, and begins with Jo Martinez. Free Admission. Venue is Room 418, City Centre branch, Surrey Public Library, 10350 University Dr., Surrey. 

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).

FUNDRAISERS

“Evening for Autism”: Second annual fundraiser hosted by Central City Brewers + Distillers on Saturday, May 24 at SFU Surrey, starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $100 via centralcitybrewing.com/autism.

“A Taste of B.C.’s Finest”: Semiahmoo House Society’s 10th annual fundraiser on Saturday, May 24 at the organization’s South Surrey headquarters. Proceeds from the event benefit the non-profit society’s recreation and leisure program, for people with disabilities. Tickets are $70; call 604-536-1242 for details, or visit www.atasteofbcsfinest.ca. Raffle prizes at the event include a 2014 Kia Rio vehicle, a vacation package for Spirit Ridge Resort in Osoyoos, a Vista D’oro winery package and more.

“Hooked on Shakespeare” fundraiser hosted by Beach House Theatre Company on Friday, June 13 at Hooked Fish Bar, on Beecher Street at Crescent Beach. Event to benefit the company’s summer productions, tickets $50 per person, with a live auction and 50/50 draw. Info: www.beachhousetheatre.org.

White Rock Sea Festival fundraiser dance on Saturday, June 14 at Sandcastle Pub, 1938 152nd St., South Surrey, with swing, Latin and ballroom music by DJ Greg Marchand, dance lessons by Brian Udal, auction, free parking, etc. Tickets $18 each via Sandcastle Fitness Club, 604-531-6255.

CALLS/AUDITIONS

Auditions for Surrey Youth Orchestra are on May 24, May 31 and June 7, starting at 6 p.m. at Surrey Christian School, Secondary Campus, 15353 92nd Ave., Surrey. Surrey Symphony Society auditions for the Surrey Youth Orchestra, Intermediate Orchestra, Junior Strings and Chamber Music 2014/15 Concert Season will be held. Programs available for musicians ages 7-20. Visit www.surreysymphony.com.

Call for street performers in White Rock: Applications for buskers are currently being accepted. Buskers, also known as street performers, will be performing along the waterfront and in uptown White Rock. Call 604-541-2199 or visit www.whiterockcity.ca/busking for more information.

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.

Laura Szendrei Walk, Run, Roll 2014 to be held Sunday, June 1 at North Delta Secondary school track, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 11447 82nd Ave., Delta. Register at lswalkrunroll.com. Funds raised go to Laura Szendrei Memorial Foundation, in memory of the teen murder victim. 

13th Annual Run, Walk & Roll for our Kids, supporting The Centre for Child Development and Sophie’s Place Child Advocacy Centre, on Sunday June 1 at Bear Creek Park. Visit www.cdfbc.ca/events.htm or call 604-533-4884.

The Gutsy Walk, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada’s largest single-day fundraiser, will be held Sunday, June 8 at sites across the Lower Mainland, including Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Proceeds raised advance medical research, improving the lives of children and adults affected by these chronic diseases, and ultimately find cures. To participate, visit gutsywalk.ca, email gutsywalk_BC@ccfc.ca or call 1-604-220-9865.

NATURE/OUTDOORS

Semiahmoo Heritage Trail Annual Walk, part of Surrey’s Environmental Extravaganza, on Saturday, May 31st, 2 to 4 pm. Meet at the SE corner of 148th St. and 28th Ave. – lots of street parking. “Learn about the Trail’s history, and wealth of native trees, plants and wildlife from naturalists who will lead groups on a section of the Trail that was part of the original wagon road, completed 140 years ago. In celebration of this 140th anniversary, Surrey Parks Dept. will give participants native seedlings.”

NETWORKING

Arts and Business Networking Night on Tuesday, May 27, 7-9 pm, at Semiahmoo Arts Building in Centennial Park, 14600 North Bluff Rd., White Rock. “The Cultural Activity Task Force is pleased to invite you to a night of networking that celebrates local businesses and the arts community. Light refreshments will be served followed by a brief presentation on the progress of the White Rock Cultural Strategic Plan. The evening will be preceded by the unveiling of the public art mural on the outside of the Centennial Park Arts Space by muralist Richard Tetrault from 6-7 p.m.” For more information, contact Claire Halpern, Manager, Cultural Development, chalpern@whiterockcity.ca, 604-542-7580.

BUSINESS

Business networking reception at Semiahmoo House Society: You will be able to tour The Treehouse and learn about the Semiahmoo House Society’s plans for a truly inclusive community during event, on Wednesday, May 28 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 15306 24th Ave., Surrey.

SALES/CRAFTS

The Zimbabwe Gecko Society is having its huge annual garage sale on Saturday, May 24 from 8 am. to 2 pm at White Rock Baptist Church (1657 140th St., South Surrey). “This amazing sale helps widows and orphans in need in Zimbabwe.” For more info on the Zimbabwe Gecko Society, visit www.zimbabwegecko.com.

Delta Diggers Garden Club annual plant sale, Saturday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to noon in the back parking lot at the Kennedy Seniors Centre, 11760 88th Ave., Delta.

Whole Lotta Art event on Sunday, May 25 at 11425 84th Ave., North Delta. “Watershed Artworks Society’s spring artisan market will be held under the trees of our parking lot in the social heart of North Delta.” Info: email june.bergen.holt@gmail.com, call 604-572-5128.

Mary Jane Shannon Elementary’s Parking Lot Sale on Saturday, May 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at 10682 144th St., Surrey. Info: 604-588-5991.

PAGEANTS

Girls charity pageant on Thursday, June 19 at Cloverdale Legion, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. “Join us at the Cloverdale Legion for a fun filled early evening for our all-natural charity pageant. Proceeds going to the BC Children’s Hospital.” $15 to register. Info: www.ncgpageant.com.

MARKETS

White Rock Farmers’ Market runs from May 25 to Oct. 12 at Miramar Plaza, 15154 Russell Ave., on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: www.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., starting on May 25. Info: www.facebook.com/FirehallFarmersMarket.

Surrey Urban Farmers’ Market opens June 11 at its new home, on the plaza outside the new city hall in Surrey, on Wednesday afternoons from noon to 5 p.m. Info: surreymarket.org.

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

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 at 4 p.m. on June 3 at Semiahmoo Library (1815 152nd St., Surrey), 604-592-6900, www.surreylibraries.ca.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.