EVENTS GUIDE for May 29 to June 4 (Surrey, White Rock and North Delta)
CONCERTS
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.
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.
OPEN MIC
Delta Arts Council open mic night held on last Friday of every month (next event May 30) 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.
FESTIVALS/FAIRS
Surrey Fest Downtown: 16th annual community celebration set for Saturday, June 14 at Central City Plaza, 13450 102 Ave., Surrey, featuring live music (Jane's Blonde, others) and many family-focused attractions. Info: Surreyfest.com.
Surrey's Canada Day event July 1 at Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre in Cloverdale, featuring performances by Matthew Good, Daniel Wesley, Kyprios, Halfway to Hollywood, country artist Ray Gibson, Heart tribute band Barracuda, a "Country Divas" show and DJ Flipout, plus expanded Kids Play area, more than 100 exhibitors and Shooting Star Amusements. Free admission to day-long event, from 10 a.m. to event-closing fireworks at 10:15 p.m. For more event details, visit Surrey.ca/canadaday.
THEATRE/STAGE
"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.
“Blithe Spiritâ€: Peninsula Productions stages Noel Coward comedy from July 9 to 23 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.
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. 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 July 12. 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.
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.
SALES/CRAFTS
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.
FUNDRAISERS
"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 Fitness, 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.
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
Semiahmoo Heritage Trail Annual Walk, part of Surrey's Environmental Extravaganza, on Saturday, May 31, from 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."
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.
CALLS/AUDITIONS
Auditions for Surrey Youth Orchestra continue on 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.