CONCERTS
Rick Scott: Family-friendly entertainer performs award-winning songs in afternoon concert Friday, Jan. 3 at Coast Capital Playhouse in White Rock, starting at 3 p.m., via Peninsula Productions. Tickets are $10 at 604-536-7535.
White Rock Trad Jazz Society: Presents three-hour concert/dance events Sunday afternoons (select dates) at Crescent Beach Legion, 3-p.m. at 2643 128th St., South Surrey. Admission: $8/10. Info: 604-591-7275, www.whiterocktradjazz.com.
Classical Coffee Concerts: Series features classical music performed at Surrey Arts Centre's studio theatre on select Thursday mornings, 604-501-5566, tickets.surrey.ca. On Jan. 16: Sarah Hagen, piano, with guest Marcus Takizawa, viola.
Vancouver Concert Opera Society presents "Tri-City Gala Concert" tour events, including Friday, Jan. 10 at First United Church in White Rock, featuring arias, duets and ensembles from Bizet, Donizetti and Verdi, 7:30 p.m. show time. Performers include Arianna Soverinigo, Sunny Shams, Andrew Greenwood, Natalie Burdeny and Michael Onwood. Tickets and info: www.vancoco.ca.
"South End Summit" Big Band Concert: Annual musical showcase at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Wheelhouse Theatre, 15751 16th Ave., Surrey. Produced by Semiahmoo Art, featuring toe-tapping tunes by top-level musicians. Special "Stocking Stuffer" pricing good until Dec. 24. Tickets available at White Rock's Tapestry Music ($19/$14 students and seniors). Info: www.semiahmooarts.com.
WORKSHOPS
"Let There Be Light!" one-day workshop in Surrey on Jan. 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. "We (will) integrate the power of togetherness and writing to bring us a bit further away from the pain, isolation and loneliness of experiencing the loss of a loved one, and closer to hope. For details, email Marilyn Kroeker-Hahn at metamorph.oh.sis@gmail.com or call 604-996-2960.
COMEDY
Danny Bhoy in "Dear Epson" comedy show presented by Just For Laughs company, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 2 at Bell Performing Arts Centre, Surrey. Tickets available via ticketmaster.ca and 1-855-985-5000.
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.
Wheelhouse Pub: Nightclublike bar weekends at 12867 96th Ave., Surrey. 604-584-9311, www.berezanhg.com/pubs.html.
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.
THEATRE/STAGE
"Driving Miss Daisy": Play brought to Surrey Arts Centre's main stage by Arts Club Theatre Company from Thursday, Jan. 16 to Saturday, Jan. 25, at 13750 88th Ave., Surrey. "This Pulitzer Prize-winning drama follows the charming and moving adventures of a Southern matriarch and her chauffeur over their 25-year friendship, and reveals the power of the human heart to overcome prejudices and open itself to new possibilities." Tickets and info: 604-501-5566, tickets.surrey.ca.
"Gender Failure": Writer/storyteller Ivan Coyote and musician/author Rae Spoon bring together words, sounds and original music in "an exploration and exposé of their failed attempts at fitting into the gender binary, and, ultimately, how the gender binary fails us all." Staged Feb. 7-8 at Surrey Arts Centre's studio theatre, 604-501-5566, tickets.surrey.ca.
"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum": Musical written by Stephen Sondheim staged by White Rock Players' Club from Feb. 12 to March 1, 2014, at Coast Capital Playhouse. Info and tickets: 604-536-7535, www.whiterockplayers.ca.
FILM EVENTS
Get Reel: Film series hosted by Semiahmoo Arts, 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.
"Ticket to Ride": Ski and snowboard film produced by Warren Miller Entertainment on screen 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24 at Bell Performing Arts Centre, Surrey, featuring images from mountains around the globe. All tickets are $24 via 604-507-6355 and www.bellperformingartscentre.com. 88th Ave./King George Blvd. Info: 604-501-5566, arts.surrey.ca.
VISUAL ART
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.
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.
Newton Cultural Centre showcases works by local artists at 13530 72nd Ave. Info: 604-594-2700, www.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. Now showing: "Aerial Fields," by Sylvia Grace Borda, to Jan. 6. start. "You'll discover where you use the most energy and steps you can take to reduce waste and save money. Plus, we'll tell you about available rebates for the energy efficiency upgrades that are right for your business. This workshop is presented by Climate Smart and FortisBC." Event location at Surrey Board of Trade conference room (#101-14439 104 Ave., Surrey). Free admission; to register, visit www.businessinsurrey.com or call 604-581-7130.
TREE CHIPPING
Christmas Tree Chipping event at Seaquam Secondary in North Delta, on Saturday, Jan. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in support of the school's basketball program. At 11584 Lyon Rd., $5 minimum donation; pick-up available upon request (call 778-228-7799). Time and equipment kindly donated by Morris the Arborist.
Adams Road Elementary tree chipping and bottle drive: Fourth annual event Saturday, Jan. 4 at school, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 18228 68th Ave., Surrey. "Donate and get free Langley Rivermen lacrosse tickets (while supplies last); special appearance by Cloverdale Rodeo mascots." DJ services donated by Danceparty.bc.ca. Donations of
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.
Rialto Twin Criterion: 1732 152nd St., S. Surrey. 604-541-9527.
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.
Old-time dancing at Kennedy Hall: At 8870 120th St., Surrey, on the first Saturday of every month. "Fun for the whole family," from 8 to 11 p.m., with live music. Info: Jerry, 604-574-9118.
BOOKS/LIT
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, 7:30 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.
WALKS/RUNS
Investors Group Walk for Memories: Charitable event on Sunday, Jan. 26 at Eaglequest Golf Course supports Canadians affected by Alzheimer disease, at 7778 152nd St., Surrey. Global TV's Mark Madryga is the event emcee. This year's walk honours Stan Fryer and his wife, Shirley. "Stan has not only cared for his wife but has devoted time and effort to helping others coping with caring for their loved ones suffering from Alzheimer disease." Event info: www.walkformemories.com.
BUSINESS
Surrey Board of Trade has partnered with FortisBC to offer a free workshop that can help you learn how to save energy and money, while making your business more environmentally sustainable, on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 7:45 a.m.
LIBRARY EVENTS
Free memoir writing workshop (six Mondays) starting Jan. 6, 1-3 pm, at White Rock Library, 15342 Buena Vista Ave. Info: write.side. out@gmail.com, 604-996-2960. 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
Surrey Seniors' Bazaar held on select Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre (13458 107A Ave., Surrey). "All are welcome and there will be light refreshments and musical entertainment, as well as some good bargains for all ages." To book a table, e-mail Greg Nolan at seniorsbazaar@shaw.ca, 604-329-7323.
KIDS/FAMILY
Anne Glover's String Story Productions: Performer brings her strings and stories to Richardson Elementary in North Delta for 3 p.m. show on Sunday, Jan. 19, 11339 83rd Ave., Delta, in partnership with Delta School District. Tickets $3 available at all French Immersion schools in Delta and also via phone, 604-952-5058.