Events Calendar
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January, 2010
January 12 Spelling Bee!
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
January 12-30 10th Annual Peggy Staber Memorial Show
“My Favorite Subject”
Opening Reception Friday January 15 7-9pm
Regular Gallery Hours Tuesday – Saturday 1-4pm
Location: 33529 First Avenue
January 13 Patrick O’Brian-Cross Country Skiing for the indolent of any age
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
This presentation is geared to the winter enthusiast of any age who would rather not be seen in spandex. There will be photos of many cross country skiing trails to explore within one days drive of Mission. Learn what you need to get started and where you can go. Enjoy an affordable, scenic BC winter holiday and get some exercise in the process.
January 16 Teen Night
Mission Coffee House Concert Series
Time: Doors Open 7pm
Location: Mission Leisure Centre Gym
Four bands in one night.
Fee: $5.00 (kids are free)
January 19 Highland Fling
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:45-7:30pm
Och, all ye bairns, and parents too, come down from the highlands and up from the lowlands for an evening of Scottish tales and a wee puppet show! Fun for the whole family
January 28 From Maus to Manga – The World of Comic Books
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Think comic books are just superheroes in spandex? No idea what magna is? Come discover the diverse world of graphic novels (AKA comic books). From memoirs to romance to adventure, there’s something for everyone.
January 29 Mom’s the World Remixed – Arts Club Vancouver
Location: Clarke Foundation Theatre 33700 Prentis Avenue
Time: 8pm
Contact: 604-814-2384
January 30 Riot of Reading Solutions: Mission’s 8th Annual Family Literacy Fair
Entertainment, music, all day storytelling, refreshments, door prizes, crafts, opportunities to buy quality books, and loads of fun. Families are invited to come to Mission Central to talk to community experts, find information about reading programs and hints to encourage a lifelong love of books and reading.
Co-Sponsored by the Mission Literacy in Motion
Time: 11am – 2pm
Location: Mission Central Elementary School 7466 Welton
For more information: 604-820-4367
February, 2010
February 4 Making the Arts Connection
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
First Nations author Richard Van Camp is renowned storyteller and prolific author from the Dogrib (Tilcho) Dene community, Fort Smith, NWT. He will present his work and culture in his usual engaging, thought-provoking, and humorous way.
February 8 Mission Celebrates the Olympic Torch
The 2010 Olympic Winter Games Torch will be travelling through Mission. To help celebrate, the Olympic Torch committee will be hosting “Experience the Flame”, a community celebration on First Avenue. Join Carly Rae Jepsen and other guests as we celebrate the arrival of the Olympic Torch!
Time: 5:00-6:30am
5:00am Free Breakfast & street performances
5:15 Lets Get Fired Up!
5:30am First Nations Welcoming
5:45am Carly Rae Jepsen performs
6:00am Mayor James Atebe & guests welcome the torch’s arrival
6:20 Award Presentation
(All times are approximate.)
Join Country 107.1 FM as they broadcast their morning show live on location!
Show your support and come dressed up in red jackets, hats, mittens, scarves and even paint your face red! Over 200 athletes will represent Canada at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games but every Canadian has a place on the team.
Show your team spirit & pride and join us early in the morning!
For more information contact Mission Parks, Recreation & Culture
7650 Grand Street
604-820-5350
www.mission.ca
leisureservices@mission.ca
February 13 Beth Root Sandvoss, Cello and Marcel Bergman, Piano
Details: Two members from the acclaimed Land’s End Chamber Ensemble perform Romantic classics and original compositions
Presented by: Mission Concert & Recital Society
Location: Clarke Foundation Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave.
Contact: 604-814-2384
Time: 8:00pm www.classicalmission.org
February 13 Valentine’s Day at the Power House at Stave Falls
2 for 1 Admission
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
February 13 Mission City Farmer’s Market
Location: All Saints Anglican Church Hall Second and Grand
Time: 9am – 2pm
February 13 Death by Chocolate
Join us and make Valentine’s Day chocolates to take home. There will be fun, games and chocolate. For ages 12-18. Please register by January 11.
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 2:30-4:00pm
February 13th Third Annual Ridge Canoe and Kayak Club Gala Dinner and Dance
Whonnock Lake Centre – 27871 – 113th Avenue Maple Ridge, BC
Reception 5:30pm Dinner 6:30pm Auction 8:30pmDancing 9:30pm
Tickets $125 includes catered dinner & dessert
one cocktail or beverage
cash bar available
semi-formal attire
Contact Katrina at katkell@telus.net to RVSP and order tickets by February 8th
Ticket order forms available at www.rckc.ca
Feb 15 – 21 Mission Heritage Week
Contact Val Hundert: (604) 820-6635
February 18 Speak and Be Heard, Your Community Interactive Improv for all ages
Featuring: MACL Choir singing Hand in Hand, Delaney Rose singer/songwriter and the voices of One by Rose Erickson
- A Forum Theatre Play: A script for an interactive forum theatre play will be created by participants during a five day workshop prior to the live performance.
Location: Clarke Foundation Theatre
Saturday February 20 Family Place is offering a Food Safe Course
Time: 9-5pm
Location: Family Place James Street
RSVP to Cindy Campbell at Family Place 604-826-3323
February 20 Mission Coffee House Concert Series – Elena Corbin and Guests
Location: Mission Play Station, 33100 10th Avenue
Time: Open stage 7pm, featured act 8pm
Cost: $5 (kids are free)
Contact: Lisa 604-556-4402
February 25 Family Fun Night
Feeling Bored? Nothing to do? Come down to the library for some fantastic fun for the whole family! We’ve got games, crafts and activities for the whole family to enjoy together.
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:45-7:30pm
February 27 5th Annual Multicultural Festival
Location: Heritage Park Centre
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Contact: 604-826-3634
March, 2010
March 3 Making the Arts Connection – Janice Wong:Chow
Wong’s book Chow: from China to Canada: memories of food and family shares memories of her family’s Chinese Canadian restaurant in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. The CBC documentary based on her book, Back to the Lotus, will also be reviewed. A family tribute, an immigration story, and a cookbook all in one. Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
March 5 Russell Braun and Carolyn Maule
Presented by: Mission Concert & Recital Society
Location: Clarke Foundation Theatre
Time: 8:00pm
Contact: 604-814-2384
March 8 Fitness Challenge begins
Location: Mission Leisure Centre
Contact: www.mission.ca/leisure
March 9 The Trollsons
Come see the Trollsons perform the magical tale of The Selkie! For children ages 5 and older
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 3:30-4:00pm
March 11 Game On!
Get your game on! Come Play Guitar Hero on Wii for ages 12-18
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
March 13 Festival of Aboriginal Artists: Curtis Clearsky
Come to the library for a live performance by Aboriginal artist Curtis Clearsky. His performance will include acapella, contemporary spoken word, hip hop and the sharing of traditional stories.
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
March 17 Spin a Tale – Weave a Yarn
Celebrate the sheep! Come for a cozy evening of the best darn yarns ewe will ever hear. Puppets too! Fun for the whole family. Knitters, weavers and spinners.
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
March 20 Mission Coffee House Concert Series – Blue Ruby
Location: Mission Play Station
Time: Open stage 7pm Feature Act 8pm
Cost: $5 (kids are free)
Contact: Lisa 604-556-4402
March 20, 21 and 28 3 Day Entrepeneur Bootcamp for Young Adults
Are you 18-34 and would lie to start your own business and don’t know where to start? Your community is offering a 3 day boot camp on entrepreneurship
Location: Bradner Hall 5305 Bradner Road
To register call Pamela Secord 604-856-1676 bsecord@shaw.ca
March 25 Spring Fling
Location: Mission Leisure Centre 7650 Grand Street
Time: 10am-1pm
Details: A free children’s celebration with themed crafts, activities and resources for children 0-6, their parents and caregivers.
March 26 Making the Arts Connection – Club Native
Filmaker Tracey Deer uses her hometown as a lens to probe into the history and presentday reality of Aboriginal identity. It raises a difficult question: what roles do bloodline and culture play in determining identity? A candid and captivating film. Winner of 2009 Gemini Award.
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 12:30-2:00pm
April, 2010
April 2-4 Easter at the Power House at Stave Falls
2 for 1 Admission
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
April 4 Elks Easter Egg Hunt,
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street
Contact: 604-826-0277
April 5 Spring Summer Leisure Guide
Delivered to home
April 10 Mission City Farmer’s Market
Location: All Saints Anglican Church Hall Second and Grand
Time: 9am – 2pm
April 14 Family Fun Night
Feeling Bored? Nothing to do? Come down to the library for some fantastic fun for the whole family! We’ve got games, crafts and activities for the whole family to enjoy together.
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:45-7:30pm
April 17 Earth Day: Community Litter Clean Up Day
Everyone Welcome
Contact: 604-826-9423 missionadoptablock@gmail.com
April 17 Mission Coffee House Concert Series – Arnold Schoichet
Location: Mission Play Station
Time: Open Act 7pm Feature Act 8pm
Cost: $5 (kids are free)
Contact: Lisa 604-556-4402
April 22 Earth Day
Location: Mission Leisure Centre 7650 Grand Street
Time: 10am-1pm
Details: A free children’s celebration with themed crafts, activities and resources for children 0-6, their parents and caregivers.
April 24 Mission Adopt A Block Spring Clean Up
Fundraising opportunity for non-profit associations. Applications available at www.missionadoptablock.com
Deadline: January 31st.
Contact: 604-826-9423
April 25 Honens International Piano Competition Winner
Presented By: Mission Concert & Recital Society
Location: Clarke Foundation Theatre
Time: 8:00pm
Contact: 604-814-2384
May, 2010
May thru September – Mission Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park, Library
Time: 9am – 2pm
May 1 Annual Ukrainian Cultural Festival
Time: all day
Location: Clarke Foundation Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave.,
Contact: 604-814-2384
May 1-7 Youth Week
Location: Mission Leisure Centre
www.bcyouthweek.com
Contact: 604-820-5362
May 1 Emergency Prepardness Day
Time: 12-4pm
Cost: FREE
Location: North Arena and parking lot, Mission Leisure Centre
Details: Emergency Prepardness is Everyone’s Responsibility!
This year there will be something for everyone, display of emergency response vehicles, demonstrations, volunteer opportunities and information. Don’t miss your chance to meet and find out more about the people and their roles who are there for you when you need them! Attend Emergency Prepardness Day to learn about prepardness, response and recovery for emergencies and disasters of all sizes.
May 1 Mission Adopt A Block Spring Clean Up
Fundraising opportunity for non-profit associations. Applications available at www.missionadoptablock.com
Deadline: January 31st.
Contact: 604-826-9423
May 3 Emergency Prepardness Workshop
Time: 7-9pm
Cost: $5.00 Registration Fee
With Mission Emergency Services
Details: 72 hours – Is your family prepared? This workshop covers the basic supplies you will need, utilities, and communication after an emergency. Lots of handouts and little tips to help you Get Prepared. You will leave this workshop knowing what to do.
May 4 Hug – A – Tree and Survive
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $5.00 registration fee
With: Mission Search and Rescue
Details: This is an RCMP and Search and Rescue initiative that helps lost children survive in the woods. This proactive, preventative program teaches children invaluable outdoor survival lessons. Along with Hug-A-Tree, Sid will go over Ski and Snowboard Etiquette. Parents are encouraged to attend. Certificate will be awarded.
May 5 Emergency Radio Communications in Disaster
Time: 5-7pm
Cost: FREE
Details: Come and learn about the tried and true communication system that we may rely on in an emergency when all regular communication is interrupted. Find out how you can become part of this vital service for our community. Hands on demonstrations. Please drop in!
May 6 BC Housing’s Rapid Damage Assessment
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Cost: $20.00 to cover Field Manual and $5.00 Registration Fee
Details: The purpose of this training is to provide organizations, communities and individuals with quality training in safe and effectove building assessment used for residential or emergancy accomodation purposes following a natural disaster such as an earhquake, flood or windstorm.
May 6 Pajamarama
Put on your PJ’s and your favorite fuzzy slippers and scurry down to the library for a super duper bedtime storytime with stories, songs and a puppet show! For kids of all ages and their families.
Location: Mission Library 33247 Second Avenue
Time: 6:45-7:30pm
May 8 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 2pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
May 8 Garden and Plant Sale
Come to the Mission Arts Centre for your opportunity to buy hanging baskets, planters, geraniums, strawberry plants and herbs. Pick up your order on event day and check out the Garden Art Works on display.
Location: Mission Arts Council
Contact: 604-826-0029
May 9 Mother’s Day at the Power House at Stave Falls
Admission – Mother’s free accompanied by paying child
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
May 12 Celebrating Mom’s
Location: Mission Leisure Centre 7650 Grand Street
Time: 10am-1pm
Details: A free childrens celebration with themed craftsm activities and resources for children 0 to 6, thier parents and caregivers.
May 15 Mission Adopt A Block Spring Clean Up
Fundraising opportunity for non-profit associations. Applications available at www.missionadoptablock.com
Deadline: January 31st.
Contact: 604-826-9423
May 15 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
May 15 Mission Coffee House Concert Series – Grand Finale
Location: Mission Play Station, 33100 10th Avenue
Time: Open Stage 7pm Featured Act 8pm
Cost: $5 (kids are free)
Contact: Lisa 604-556-4402
May 22 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
May 29 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
June, 2010
June 2 – August 27 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
DATES – Wednesday’s & Friday’s
June 2 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
June 3 – Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament
Location: Mission Golf and Country Club
Time: Tee off 1pm
For more information contact 604-826-6914 www.missionchamber.bc.ca
June 4 – The Clean Bin Project: Documentary Film
Location: Open Nite Theatre, 33227 Railway Ave
Time: 7:00pm
www.cleanbinmovie.com
June 4 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
June 5 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
June 6 12th Annual Mission & District Soapbox Derby – PRE RACE
Registration required: 604-870-5341
Contact: 604-814-2417
June 9 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
June 11 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
June 12 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park (beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
June 13 Children’s Festival at Heritage Park
One of the highlights of the Mission Arts Council and a great kick off to summer. Come enjoy a fun filled day for children and the young at heart. Music, dance, juggling, games, numerous art workstations, pony rides, bouncy balloon and more.
For more information contact the Mission Arts Centre
604-826-0029 Mission Arts Council
June 16 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
June 18 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
June 19 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park (beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
June 19 – 12th Annual Mission & District Soapbox Derby
Location – Stave Lake St & 11th Avenue
Time: 9:00am start
Contact: Russell 604-814-2417
June 20 – Father’s Day at the Power House at Stave Falls
Admission – Father’s free accompanied by paying child
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
June 20 Old Car Sunday in the Park
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street
Contact: 604-467-4298
Click here for more information.
June 21 – National Aboriginal Day
Location: Mission Indian Friendship Centre & other locations
Time: all day
Contact: 604-826-1281
June 23 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
June 24 Celebrating Dads
Location: Mission Leisure Centre 7650 Grand Street
Time: 10am – 1pm
Details: A free childrens celebration with themed craftsm activities and resources for children 0 to 6, thier parents and caregivers.
June 25 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
June 26 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
June 27 Mission Fire Fighters’ Car Wash Fundraiser for Muscular Dystrophy
Location: Fire Station No. 1, 33330 – 7th Avenue
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
June 30 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July, 2010
July 1 Canada Day Celebrations
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Details | Contact: 604-826-0277
July 2- Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July 3 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
July 3-4 14th Annual Bear Mountain Bike Race
Location: Bear Mountain (Mission Tree Farm)
Contact: Fraser Valley Mountain Bike Association &
Cycling BC
July 7 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July 9 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July 10 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
July 14 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July 16 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July 17 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park (beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
Location: Univeristy of the Fraser Valley Abbotsford Campus
For tickets contact the Abbotsford Visitor Centre 604-859-1721 July 17 Canada vs Chile July 27 Canada vs Sweden For more information visit basketball.ca
July 21 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July 23 – 25 23nd Annual Mission Folk Music Festival
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Contact: 604-826-5937
www.missionfolkmusicfestival.ca
July 23 Summer Fun
Location: Mission Leisure Centre 7650 Grand Street
Time: 10am-1pm
Details: A free childrens celebration with themed craftsm activities and resources for children 0 to 6, thier parents and caregivers.
July 9 – August 27 Mission Museum will be running its third annual summer kids club. Come join us Friday afternoons from 1-3pm. The program is for children aged 5-12 with every week featuring a new theme. The sessions include group activities, crafts, snacks and are guaranteed to be loaded with learning, laughing and lots of fun. Parents are welcome to stay with their children: extra hands are always appreciated if you wish to volunteer! The cost is $5 per session or $30 for all 8 weeks. To register call Richard 604-826-1011
July 24 and 25 Christmas in July at the Power House at Stave Falls
Admission – $5 plus one non-perishable food item
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
July 24 Mission Hospice Society is hosting a Burger and Beverage Night
Location: 14th Avenue Pub
Details: Tickets are $15.50 and can be bought at the Mission Hospice Society office. Please come out for some great eats, 50/50 draws, toonie tossm silent auction, and raffles!
July 28 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July 30- Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
July 31 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park (beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
August, 2010
August 2 BC Day at the Power House at Stave Falls
2 for 1 Admission
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
August 4 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 6 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 7 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
August 11 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 13 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 14 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
August 18 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 20 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 21 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
August 21 Pilgrimage to the Grotto of Lady of Lourds
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 21 Mission Hospice Society is hosting a Burger and Beverage Night
Location: Dewdney Pub Details: Tickets are $15 and can be bought at the Mission Hospice Society office. Please come out for some great eats, 50/50 draws, toonie tossm silent auction, and raffles!
August 23 Fall Leisure Guide
Delivered to homes
August 25 Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 27 End of Summer Blast
Location: Mission Leisure Centre 7650 Grand Street
Time: 10am-1pm
Details: A free childrens celebration with themed craftsm activities and resources for children 0 to 6, thier parents and caregivers.
August 27 – Envision Twilight Concert Series
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Contact: 604-826-0277
August 28 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park ( beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
September, 2010
September 4 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park (beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
September 6 Labour Day at the Power House at Stave Falls
Admission – 2 for 1
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
September 11 Mission City Farmers Market
Location: Lane Creek Park (beside the library on 2nd Avenue)
Time: 9am – 1pm
Details: Public is invited to enjoy what other community members make, bake, and grow.
Contact: Carol Martin 604-302-5561 Email: mission.market@gmail.com
September 18 Celebration of Community &
Illuminaria Lantern Festival
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Time: All day beginning at 9:30am
Contact: 604-826-9080
For more information click here.
September 22 Jump Into Fall
Location: Mission Leisure Centre 7650 Grand Street
Time: 10am-1pm
Details: A free childrens celebration with themed craftsm activities and resources for children 0 to 6, thier parents and caregivers.
September 25 Mission Adopt a Block Fall Clean Up
Fundraising opportunity for non-profit associations. Applications available at www.missionadoptablock.com. Deadline June 30th
Contact: 604-826-9423
September 26 Mission Hospice Society Hike for Hospice Location: Fraser River Heritage Park Time: 10am
October, 2010
October 1 Mission Firefighters Muscular Dystrophy Boot Drive
(Various store locations in Mission)
5pm to 10pm
October 2
Mission Adopt a Block Fall Clean Up
Fundraising opportunity for non-profit associations. Applications available at www.missionadoptablock.com. Deadline June 30th
Contact: 604-826-9423
Paths and Pathfinders: Women of Mission Exhibit
Mission Community Archives
Contact: 604-820-8621 mca@missionarchives.com
Sunday, October 3rd, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Mission Fire/Rescue Services 33330 Seventh Ave.
This is a great family event!
Come and learn how to be safe and prevent fires!
Mission Firefighters Muscular Dystrophy Boot Drive
Friday, Oct. 1 5 pm to 10 pm
Friday, Oct. 8 5 pm to 10 pm
(various store locations in Mission)
October 9 Mission Adopt a Block Fall Clean Up
Fundraising opportunity for non-profit associations. Applications available at www.missionadoptablock.com . Deadline June 30th
Contact: 604-826-9423
October 11 Thanksgiving at the Power House at Stave Falls
2 for 1 Admission
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
October 12 – 30 2010 Silent Auction at the Mission Arts Gallery
Mission Arts Council presents INVESTING IN THE ARTS- Silent Auction showcasing some of their local artists.
Time: Open Tuesday-Saturday 1-4pm
Location Mission Arts Centre 33529 First Avenue
For further information contact 604-826-0029
October 16 Mission Adopt a Block Fall Clean Up
Fundraising opportunity for non-profit associations. Applications available at www.missionadoptablock.com . Deadline June 30th
Contact: 604-826-9423
October 22 Mission Business Excellence Awards
Location: Rockwell’s Bar & Grill Ballroom
Time: 5:00pm – 12 midnight
Contact: www.missionchamber.bc.ca 604-826-6914
October 22-23 Haunted House at the Power House at Stave Falls
Admission – $5 plus one non-perishable food item
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm nightly
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
November, 2010
November 6 Mission Hospice Society 25th Anniversary Birthday Party Location: Matsqui Community Hall Time: 6pm Cost: $30November 11 – Remembrance Day
Location: Legion & other locations
Time: various
Contact: 604-820-3700
November 11 Remembrance Day at the Power House at Stave Falls
2 for 1 Admission
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm nightly
Location: Power House at Stave Falls, 31338 Dewdney Trunk
Contact: 604-462-1222
November 13-14 Mission Christmas Craft Market
Presented by the Mission Arts Council
Location: Heritage Park Centre
Time: Nov 20 (10am-5pm)
Nov 21 (10am-4pm)
Contact: 604-826-0029 www.missionartscouncil.ca
November 20 – 21 Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival
Location: Various throughout the Fraser Valley
Contact: 604-826-7361
www.fraservalleybaldeaglefestival.ca
December, 2010
December 3rd 27th Annual Mission Chamber of Commerce Candlelight Parade
Location: Downtown Mission
Contact: www.missionchamber.bc.ca 604-826-6914
December 5 Santa in the Park
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street,
Contact: 604-826-0277
December 27 Winter Leisure Guide
Delivered to all homes
****To add an event please e-mail edc@mission.ca ****
Additional Event Listing:
Mission Raceway Park
Clarke Foundation Theatre
For more detailed information on Mission feel free to contact:
District of Mission
8645 Stave Lake St.
Mission, BC V2V 4L9
Tel: 604-820-3700
E-mail: info@mission.ca
or
Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce
& Visitor Information Centre
34033 Lougheed Highway
Mission, BC V2V 5X8
Tel: (604) 826-6914
T-Free: 1-877-826-6914
visit@mission.ca
www.missionchamber.bc.ca