- Square Wheelers Square Dance Club invites people to participate. Dancing is Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 p.m. at Port Kells Community Hall, 18918 88th Ave. Free to all new dancers. Register: 604-513-9901 or 604-594-6415, or www.squaredance.bc.ca.

familyfestivities

- Mini Fest: The Aldergrove Fair Days Mini Fest is June 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. downtown Aldergrove. Featuring a soap box derby at 11 a.m., music, dancing, refreshments, clowns, displays, contests and the second annual Crazy Wheels Race for adults. Free swimming 1-4 p.m. at the Aldergrove Pool. Slo-pitch tournament is June 9-10.

- 24h annual Pontiac Show and Shine: All Pontiacs and GMC trucks welcome at the Pacific Performance Pontiac Car Club show on June 10 at the Coast Hotel and Convention Centre, 20393 Fraser Hwy. Dash plaques for the first 100, draws, and prizes. Info: Terry, tbeale@shaw.ca or visit pppcc.com.

- Ceilidh: The next St. Andrew's United Church down home kitchen party is 7 p.m. on June 14 at 9025 Glover Rd. Enjoy an evening of traditional music, song and dance. Tickets: $5 including snacks. This one has a summer theme. Info: www.standrewsfortlangley.ca.

- Community Day: The day starts with the parade at 10 a.m. followed from noon to 4 p.m. with fun at Douglas Park, including games, a barbecue, crafts, exhibits, treats, the Jr. Firefighter Challenge, the Adult Firefighter Challenge at 1 p.m. and more.

musicnotes

- Spring Medley: The Langley Concert Band show is June 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Brookswood Secondary theatre, 20902 37A Ave. The intinerary includes ABBA, the Beatles, Dixieland and more. Tickets: $15, 18 and younger are $10, $40 for families.

- Valley Bluegrass Music Society: Membership is open to anyone who enjoys bluegrass. The group meets Mondays 7-10:30 p.m. in the Langley United Church for weekly jams. Attendance is free for the first time, then $4 for members and $6 for guests. For more information, call 604-534-0957, visit www.valleybluegrass.webs.com or by email at bluegrassnewsletter@shaw.ca.

charityworks

- Journey On: The Journey On Foundation hosts a concert at 8 p.m. on June 10 at Gabby's Country Cabaret. Tickets: $20 at journeyfoundation.ca. Performers include Kenny Hess, Angela Harris, Karen Lee Batten, Cole Armour, Stonebolt, David J Wills, Todd Richard, Trevor Murray, Cory Hawthorne, Kelly Brock, Stacey Mckitrick and Brian Zalo.

- Summer Fun: The Langley School District Foundation will benefit from the activities 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 9 at Walnut Gate Shopping Centre, 202nd Street and 88th Avenue. Enjoy a magician/balloon twister, bouncy castle, barbecue by donation, draws, contests and more.

literaryhappenings

- Langley Writers' Guild: The group meets on the first, second and fourth Thursdays of the month at the Langley City library. All genres. The group will consider one evening meeting per month if there is interest. Info: Doris, 604-534-3384.

visualarts

- Seniors art exhibit: Works are on display at Langley Township Civic Facility and Langley City Hall until the end of July. An opening reception is 2-4:30 p.m. on June 8 at the Township.

- Close to Home: Alan Wylie exhibits at the Birthplace of B.C. Gallery until July 22. The opening reception is noon to 4 p.m. on July 10.

- Langley Camera Club meets 7 p.m. at Fort Langley Community Hall, 9167 Glover Rd., on 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wed. of each month. All levels of photographers and newcomers welcome. Info: 604-532-9212.

librarybookings

Programs are free, and pre-registration is required unless noted otherwise.

- Aldergrove Library

26770 29th Ave. 604-856-6415

Adult chess: Play on the second Wednesday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For those who know how to play. Free. If possible, bring board and timer. Sign up in advance.

Adult Afternoon Book Club - 2-3pm once per month.

Book Chats - 3:30-4:30pm. For Grades 6-8.

Book Club - First Thursdays of the month. 3:30-4:30pm. For Grades 3-6.

Mini Book Club - Last Monday of the month to June 20. 3:30-4:30pm. For kindergarten to Grade 3.

Family Storytimes - Children ages 2-6 and their caregivers are invited to join library staff for a half- hour program of stories, songs, puppets and rhymes. 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays.

Bunny hopping from book to book: For kids from kindergarten to Grade 3. Monthly. Talk about books and draw favourite characters. Register in advance. 3:30 p.m.

Babytime: Join library staff for fingerplays, songs, stories and rhymes for babies birth to 23 months. 10:30: a.m.

Pajama Storytimes - for children aged 2-6 and their caregivers - offer a half-hour of stories, rhymes and songs. Children can come in pajamas and bring a small favourite stuffed toy. 6:30 p.m.

Mumble Jumble, Saturdays at 11 a.m.

Free beginners computer training.

- Brookswood Library

20045 40th Ave. 604-534-7055

Family Storytimes - Children ages 2-6 and their caregivers are invited to join library staff for a half- hour program of stories, songs, puppets and rhymes. 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays.

- City of Langley Library

20399 Douglas Cres. 604-514-2855

Conversation Circles: From 3-4 p.m. on Thursdays until June 28, enjoy practicing English speaking in a fun, free gathering led by Olga Toth and Virginia Miller. Refreshments. Drop-in.

Friends of the Library Join a group of volunteers supporting the library through advocacy and fundraising. 1 p.m. on the third Tuesday.

Wee reads for babies A lively 20-minute program for babies to a year and a half, featuring rhymes, bounces, fingerplays and puppets. 10 a.m., Wednesday.

Parent Child Mother Goose: Babies 0-15 months and their caregivers enjoy rhymes, songs and games. Tuesdays, 10 a.m.

Toddler Storytime Discover a world of delight through picture books, rhymes, songs and puppets. Register in advance. 10 a.m., fourth Wednesday.

Close Knit Langley Join knitters of all ages and abilities for a knitting circle Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Drop-in.

Book Club: Members meet on the third Tuesday of the month to discuss a selected title. Call the library to find out the current title. 2 p.m.

Art Critiques the last Monday of each month. Are you developing your talent as an artist? Bring a piece of art to be discussed and interpreted by fellow participants, as well as by an experienced art facilitator. Pre-registration required. Call ahead to confirm. 7 p.m.

Family Storytimes - Stories, rhymes and songs suitable for children two to six. Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. Drop in.

Computer training available.

- Fort Langley Library

9167 Glover Rd. 604-888-0722

Fathers Fun Day: Listen to stories about dads and make a gift. Supplies provided. Free. Sign up in advance. June 13, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security lecture: Find out more at 2 p.m. on June 6 courtesy of Service Canada.

Family Storytimes - Children ages 2-6 and their caregivers are invited to join library staff for a half- hour program of stories, songs, puppets and rhymes. Thursdays, to May 24, 10 a.m.

Knitting Circle: Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Beginners welcome.

- Muriel Arnason Library

#130 20338 65th Ave. 604-532-3590

Seniors Appreciation Day: From 10 a.m. to noon on June 8, stop by for refreshments and check out amenities such as large print books and a Daisy reader. Storytellers from the book Reminiscences, Recipes & Remedies: Langley Seniors Reminisce About Their Food Heritage will be there.

Just for Babies Babies up to 12 months and their caregivers can enjoy a program of bounces, songs, rhymes and simple stories. 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays.

Pajama Storytimes - for children aged two to six and their caregivers to enjoy a half-hour of stories, rhymes and songs. Children, two to six, can come in pajamas and bring a small stuffed toy. 7 p.m.

Family Storytimes - Children ages 2-6 and their caregivers are invited to join library staff for a half- hour program of stories, songs, puppets and rhymes. 10:340 a.m., Tuesdays.

Book Club, meets fourth Wednesday/month at 7 p.m. except July, August and December. Join at any time.

- Murrayville Library

22071 48th Ave. 604-533-0339

Artists Club - Meets on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month.

Evening Book Club - This ongoing program meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m.

Family Storytimes - for children 2-6 years old and their caregivers - offer a half-hour of stories, songs, stretches and finger plays. Learn some new favourites and get ideas for reading together at home. 10:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Knitting Club - This ongoing program meets Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Writing group meets every third Thursday of the month at the library. Some are beginning to write creative fiction, others already have a novel or two under their belt. 7 p.m.

- Walnut Grove Library

8889 Walnut Grove Dr. 604-882-0410

Manga: Mei Yu, art instructor and author, will demonstrate cartooning techniques June 20, 3-4 p.m. as part of the Teen Summer Reading Club. For ages 12 and older. Space is limited so register in advance.

Babytime A lively program for babies, featuring rhymes, bounces, fingerplays and puppets. 9:30 a.m., Wednesdays.

Family Storytimes - Children ages 2-6 and their caregivers are invited to join library staff for a half- hour program of stories, songs, puppets and rhymes. Wednesdays, 11:30 p.m.

Adult book club - Second Tuesday of the month. This ongoing program meets at 2 p.m. Info: snedd-macdonell@fvrl.bc.ca.

Free internet computer training 9 a.m. on Tuesdays.

inthegarden

- African violet club: This is a call out to anyone interested in a new club for the Fraser Valley. Learn about the plants, their care, the varieties and more. Info: Shelley, 604-793-9818.

callout

- Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir youth group: The new youth choir has auditions for those 13 to 18 at Christ Church Cathedral, Georgia and Burrard Streets, on June 4 and 11. Info: auditions@goodnoisevgc.com or call 604-908-3194.

- Surrey Little Theatre auditions: Try out for Catch Me If You Can by Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert being stages Oct. 25 to Nov. 17 at SLT, 7027 184th St. Auditions are June 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. Parts for five men and two women. Info: director Tyler Seib, tylerseib@gmail.com or www.surreylittletheatre.com.

- Langley Art Studio Tour: The fourth annual tour is in late September and artists are invited to apply to be included. The deadline to apply is June 30. Downloadable forms online. Info: www.langleyartstudiotour.ca.

- Art in Found Spaces Exhibition is organized by the Langley Arts Council. Submissions accepted of artwork of all disciplines that can be placed throughout Langley in unusual and public venues. Info: 604-534-0781, or email: info@langleyartscouncil.com.

- Menopausetives are looking for men and women 40 and older who can sing, dance, play an instrument, or just be involved in making people laugh. The non-profit entertainment group, associated with the Red Hat Society, practises twice a month and performs at seniors homes, hospitals and charities. Call Penny, 604-882-1280 or email: pennystangroom@telus.net.

- Handel Society of Music Choir

The choir has been together for 45 years and includes members from throughout the Fraser Valley. Practices: Northwood United Church, 88th Avenue and 156th Street. Info: Bob at 604-277-4319, or www.handelsociety.ca.

- Silver Belles & Beaux Chorus

New members welcomed as singers or instrumentalists. Visit Friday a.m. rehearsals. Lots of performances in care and retirement homes. Fun guaranteed. Info: call Marvyn Shore at 604-534-1090 or email mashore@telus.net.

- Langley Community Chorus: Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the Langley Community Music School. New members (especially tenors and bass) welcome. Fees are $70 membership and $50 (refundable) music deposit. Info: www.langleychorus.org.

- Langley Concert Band: New members with a minium of one year playing experience are always welcome. Rehearsals: Monday, 7-9 p.m. in the R.E. Mountain Secondary band room. Info: www.langleycb.blogspot.com.

- Maple Leaf Singers

Don't hide your voice in the shower! Sing pop, jazz/blues, rock, classical, spiritual, and Broadway show tunes. All voices welcome: tenor, bass, baritone, alto, and second and first soprano. Info: Anne Baird at 604-922-9827.

- Singers wanted: Women's voices for four-part harmony barbershop style. If you love to sing harmony, have a ladies' bass voice or sing when you're happy, the Peace Arch A cappella Chorus invites you to attend rehearsals led by director Lisa Hood. Wednesdays, 7:15-10 p.m. Newton Bethany United Church, 148th Street and 60th Avenue, in Surrey. Info: www.peacearchsings.com, or 604-240-3308.

- Surrey Choral Arts Project Auditions for all voices, ages 6-70, for places in the junior and intermediate training choirs, senior children's choir, chamber choir, youth choir and the adult community chorus. Info: call 604-541-2519.

- South Fraser Community Band recruiting members to join for a series of spring and summer concerts. Membership of more than 30 from Surrey, White Rock and Langley perform a selection of music including Broadway tunes, classical marches and contemporary popular music. Rehearsals every Thursday, 7:45-9:45 p.m. at Semiahmoo Secondary. Info: call president Doug Lawrence, 604-584-2631.

- Westcoast Harmony Chorus

The group is accepting women who love to sing, from all over the Lower Mainland. Wednesday night rehearsals. Info: www.westcoastsings.com or info@westcoastsings.com.

ongoing

- Langley Amateur Radio Association (LARA): The group meets on the first Thursday of each month (unless otherwise advised) at 7 p.m. in the Brookswood Firehall, 20355 32nd Ave. Coffee and sweets. Info: Al, ajmunnik@shaw.ca or Don, dondee@shaw.ca.

historyrevisited

- Aldergrove Telephone Museum,

3190 271 St., 604-857-0555, www.telephonemuseum.ca

- B.C. Farm Machinery & Agricultural Museum,

9131 King St., 604-888-2273, www.bcfma.com

- Canadian Museum of Flight,

5333 216th St. hangar 3, 604-888-3992, www.canadianflight.org

- Langley Centennial Museum,

9135 King St., 604-888-3922

- Fort Langley National Historic Site

23433 Mavis Ave., 604-513-4777

Learn to Camp: Register in advance for the Parks Canada camping event inside the Fort Langley National Historic Site and other federal parks. Intended for those who've never camped and newcomers to Canada. Learn more at www.pc.gc.ca/voyage-travel/ltc-dlc.

- Surrey Historical Society Museum

17710 56A Ave., 604-592-6956

Unsinkable: Remembering the Titanic 1912-2012: to June 12.

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