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She’s the girl who saved Christmas NINE-YEAROLD SPARKED CAMPAIGN TO SAVE WILLIAMS PARK DISPLAY
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Langley Township Mayor Jack Froese thinks a majority of Metro Vancouver residents will vote for a sales tax increase to fund transit improvements while Langley City Mayor Ted Schaffer thinks it will be a tough sell. “I am optimistic that it will pass,” Froese told The Times Thursday after Metro Vancouver mayors, including Froese and Schaffer, voted 18-3 to hold a referendum on hiking the provincial sales tax within the region by 0.5 per cent to fund a $7.5-billion package of transit upgrades. “I don’t think it’s going to be an easy yes vote,” Schaffer said. It is the first Canadian referendum on transit funding. Froese said cities in the United States, like Seattle, have found voters will support a higher sales tax if it means better public transit. JAC K Froese said the vote came FRO E S E down to three options; a carbon tax, a vehicle tax or the sales tax increase. The carbon tax and vehicle tax would cost the average household about $230 a year, while the sales tax would cost about $125 which “comes out to the least impact to Langley residents” Froese said, adding it would also have even less impact on low-income residents. A vehicle tax would be especially unfair to Langley residents, who have to rely on vehicles due to a lack of public transit in the area, Froese told The Times.
Sara Walmsley now has a tree named after her. The lights on “Sara’s tree” were turned on with thousands of other lights and Christmas decorations at Williams Park, less than a month after the nine-year-old started a campaign to restore the annual event after it was cancelled because of theft. Thieves had made off with around $10,000 worth of lights stored at the park some time in October. It was the second theft in two years. Sara’s campaign to replace the stolen lights and save the event started the ball rolling. As donations and offers of help flooded in, Christmas in Williams Park Society president Barb Sharp announced “a leap of faith” and said the park would light up from Dec. 11 to Dec. 21. On Thursday, the lights were officially turned on. Township Mayor Jack Froese introduced Sara to her tree. “It’s really cool,” Walmsley said as she watched the lights flicker. The park will be open to visitors to drive through and admire the lights from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. each night. The event is free, but donations are welcomed to support next year’s volunteer-run event. Williams Park is located at 238 Street and 68 Avenue.
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An egg farm in Langley is the 10th victim of the avian influenza outbreak. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency confirms that the outbreak was confirmed to have spread to the barns at the egg farm on Saturday. Eggs laid by chickens at the farm are sold to the public for food. The flu outbreak means an estimated 53,000 birds will be euthanized from the Langley farm. Signs are up indicating a restricted area at 232 Street and 40 Avenue and 240 Street and Fraser Highway. The actual address of the farm has not been made available. The bird flu outbreak was first identified on a turkey farm in Chilliwack on Dec. 1, prompting the CFIA to declare a control zone covering the southern half of B.C. It has affected both turkey and chicken farms. The avian flu is highly contagious among birds, but doesn’t travel to humans. Only in very rare cases where a human is in direct and constant contact with birds has it spread to humans. With the Langley chicken farm, that brings the number of affected birds to 233,800 in the Fraser Valley. Despite the outbreak, it doesn’t appear to be impacting people’s ability to buy turkeys for Christmas.
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“If land sales are the only means … how many years will it take?” Nicolato said. “We are asking that all options are looked at,” Nicolato added. The Aldergrove Recreation and Pool Society is the group that launched the campaign to build an indoor pool. Nicolato renewed her group’s call for an bigger eight-lane pool, saying it would expand the user base by making the facility suitable for bigger events. Responding to questions from council, Nicolato said alternatives could include borrowing the funds or saving money by delaying construc-
tion of a proposed new ice rink. Council also heard from Aldergrove resident Dianne Kask, who said the new ice rink should be postponed and when one is built to replace the existing facility, it should be located somewhere else, because the proposed site on the former Aldergrove Elementary school site at Fraser Highway and 270 Street is too small to handle the resulting traffic. Kask said the pool and a proposed fitness centre should also be moved, to the site of the current Kinsmen centre, for the same reasons. Local swimmers are currently served by the 50-year-
old Aldergrove outdoor pool, which was closed for 52 days of its 90-day summer season this year due to water clarity problems. In June of 2013, council approved a six-lane, 25-metre “short course” pool instead of the eight lane, 50-metre “long course” pool the society had been seeking. That was a response to an “Aquatic Needs Assessment” report by a private consultant, Professional Environmental Recreation Consultants (PERC) Inc. which said anything more than four lanes would be under-used. - with files from Kurt Langmann
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Advanced Education Minister Amrik Virk has revoked his approval of a controversial law school at Trinity Western University in Langley. Virk released the text of a letter sent to the university on Dec. 11. “Based on the current situation, I have decided to revoke my approval of the proposed law school at Trinity Western University,� Virk said. This means the university cannot enrol any students in its proposed program. “The current uncertainty over the status of the regulatory body approval [by the Law Society of British Columbia] means prospective graduates may not be able to be called to the bar, or practise law, in British Columbia� Virk went on to say. “This is a significant change to the context in which I made my original decision,� Virk said, adding “once the legal issues are resolved, TWU will have the option to renew its request for consent.� The decision comes less than a month after Virk sent a letter to TWU president Bob Kuhn that said his Dec 18, 2013 approval of the law school re-
quires the university to enrol its first students within three years, a deadline he doubts they can meet because of the legal battles between the private Christian university and the various law societies that refused to recognize the school. “It seems unlikely that there will be a final determination by the courts with respect to the decisions by the various law societies ‌ before my conditional consent will expire,â€? Virk said. TWU president Bob Kuhn said the university is disappointed with Virk’s decision. “It is difficult to conceive of a justifiable basis for the minister to have revoked his approval of the school of law program,â€? said Kuhn. “We remain committed to having a School of Law,â€? said Kuhn, “and now have to carefully consider all our options.â€? Kuhn hinted there could be a lawsuit. “There are such important rights and freedoms at stake that we may have no choice but to seek protection of them in court,â€? Kuhn said. At issue is a clause forbidding “sexual intimacy that violates the sacredness of marriage between a man and a womanâ€? in the covenant that all staff and
students at the university are expected to abide by. Critics say the clause is anti-gay and conflicts with a lawyer’s responsibility to uphold the rights and freedoms of all persons. The TWU has said the issue is one of religious freedom. Kuhn, an Abbotsford lawyer, won a court battle over the same issue with the B.C. College of Teachers several years before he became president of the university. The case involved the College of Teachers refusal to allow the university to assume full responsibility for its teacher training because of the TWU Community Standards at the time had a list of “practices that are biblically condemnedâ€? that mentioned “sexual sins including ‌ homosexual behaviourâ€?. In an 8-1 ruling in 2001, the high court declared that that TWU “is a private institution that is exempted, in part, from the B.C. human rights legislation and to which the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms does not apply.â€? The court decision said the university can believe what it wants about gay people so long as it doesn’t actually discriminate against them.
City businesses targeted by vandal On Dec. 3, a number of businesses in the 20500 block of 56 Avenue had their front windows smashed by a young man using a hammer. A retail store in the alleyway in the 20500 block of Fraser Highway was also smashed that night. Nothing was taken from inside. In fact, stealing doesn’t appear to be the reason behind all the
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An Abbotsford mother and her two sons have joined Langley’s José Figueroa in sanctuary at the Walnut Grove Lutheran Church. Mariann Juhasz and her sons Patrik, 17, and Tamas, 12, arrived at the church on Nov. 30 after spending 18 days in hiding, fearing they would be arrested by Canadian Border Service Agency officers and deported to their home country of Hungary. “We asked many churches for sanctuary and they all said no, until we spoke with Pastor Karl Keller (of Walnut Grove Lutheran),” said Patrik. “Before that we we so scared, living in four different places before coming here. Always watching our back.” Finally, the family feels safe, he said. “Once we stepped inside this church, the freedom I felt was like the four years we have lived in Canada,” said Patrik. With four people now in sanctuary, Walnut Grove Lutheran holds more than 55 per cent of the all the people living in sanctuary in B.C. On Oct. 21, the CBSA told the family they were scheduled to be deported on Nov. 12. Immigration Canada had rejected Mariann’s request to stay in the country on humanitarian grounds. She fled Hungary four years ago, after finding out her youngest son was being abused by his father. She was estranged from Tamas’ father, but he was still allowed to see his son every second weekend. The psychological damage of the abuse is documented by therapists Tamas has seen in Canada and by his inability to cope with stress. When he learned he would be deported, Tamas fainted on the table at the Vancouver CBSA office, said Patrik. The family claims they banged on the window and screamed for help, but weren’t able to wake Tamas. “We were so scared. We question why it took them around five minutes to respond,” said Patrik. An ambulance was called. Tamas could not eat and was throwing up — overcome by fear of being deported, said his brother. Tamas told his family he would commit suicide before going back to his father in Hungary. In its decision, the Immigration Review Board member recognized that Tamas had been abused, but noted that Hungary is on Canada’s safe list. The family’s refugee claim was turned down af-
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Approving the tax increase would immediately improve bus service and ultimately bring light rail transit to Langley, Froese predicted. “It will get us more buses and more frequent buses,” Froese said. “If we don’t do anything today, the alternative is gridlock and congestion,” Froese added. Schaffer said the transit plan contains specific benefits for Metro residents who live south of the Fraser River because the mayors of Langley City, Langley Township, Surrey, Delta and White Rock, worked together as a council of five to make sure their issues were recognized. That’s why the plan includes a beefed-up express bus service and more rapid transit trains on this side of the river, Schaffer said. While he expects resistance to a tax in-
crease, Schaffer said he’s hoping over six weeks beginning in late voters will take a long view. March, with a final voting dead“I’m hoping people could see beline of mid-April. yond today and tomorrow,” SchafTransportation Minister Todd fer said. Stone recently warned the provin“It’s a costly vision, but this is a cial and federal governments are 30-year vision,” Schaffer added. unlikely to contribute the $3.1 bilThe rise in the regional sales tax lion in capital grants the mayors would raise an estimated $250 milexpect. lion in new revenue per year. A coalition of business, environThe proposed referendum quesment and labour groups dubbed TED tion asks: “Do you support a half the Better Transit and TransporS C H A FFER percentage point (0.5%) increase tation Coalition will campaign for to the Provincial Sales Tax in Metro the Yes side. Vancouver, dedicated to the Mayors’ TransThe group includes the Vancouver Board portation and Transit Plan, with indepen- of Trade, Unifor Local 111, Tourism Vancoudent audits and public reporting?” (Yes or ver, Downtown Surrey Business ImproveNo) ment Association, David Suzuki FoundaThe question and tax increase proposal tion, Greater Vancouver Gateway Council must still be approved by the provincial and the B.C. Chamber of Commerce. cabinet. “It’s critical that we breathe new life into It would take place as a mail-in ballot our transportation network,” said Van-
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Because of the European Union agreement, police from Hungary have the right and ability to arrest her in any country within the union. More than 1,000 people have signed a petition asking for the Abbotsford family to be allowed to stay in Canada. Since they sought sanctuary in the church, friends and co-workers, as well as both boys’ teachers and Mariann’s bosses have stopped by. “We have had so many people come visit,” said Mariann. “My boss came to say he can offer me full-time if I could (come back to work).” Before going into hiding, Mari-
ann worked three jobs, including one at the food court at Sevenoaks Mall. Sevenoaks general manager Wendy Schultz said the Juhasz family has flourished in Canada, with both boys attending school and Mariann working hard to remain self-sufficient. “We were not collecting welfare, there was no child benefits, my mom paid taxes,” said Patrik. “We were just living a good life, waiting for our papers.” In Abbotsford, Patrik was involved in football and Tamas played basketball at school. “The boys are always outside playing sports — always,” said Mariann. Now they cannot step outside the church or they risk being ar-
rested. Supporters of the family are providing financial aid, food and plenty of support, telling Pastor Karl they will take care of them. Figueroa said he has been working out with Patrik, “to keep me from getting a belly this Christmas.” The church, for its part, has embraced the new family. One member of the congregation stopped by on Thursday with four boxes of hot pizza. “The congregation is showing their compassion and their faith,” said Figueroa. Now awaiting a re-review of his own case, the father of three from El Salvador is helping the Hungarian family look through their deportation order.
The Canadian Border Services Agency issued a warrant for Figueroa’s arrest in October 2013. That was when he sought sanctuary in the church, rather than be deported to Central America. Figueroa recognizes that it can be a huge burden for a church to take in people seeking sanctuary, but he urges more churches to do so. Keller looked to scripture to know he as a pastor and man of God must grant this family sanctuary. But he wonders why a church in Abbotsford didn’t help out. “I called a bunch of churches in Abbotsford but none would take them,” said Keller. “It is so surprising. They say Abbotsford is the Bible belt and yet
it seems to me they are heavy on the belt and light on the Bible.” In getting to know the family, and hearing how traumatized Tamas is, he questions how CBSA can justify sending that child back to that abuse. “Section 25 of the Immigration Regulations states the priority in all decisions should be with the children. “We don’t see that here. In fact the CBSA is bullying this child,” said Keller. Since the family came, he has had offers from plumbers and electricians to build another bathroom with a shower to accommodate the growing need. As well as other offers in kind to show the community support around this family and Figueroa.
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Sales tax plan is fair, but it will be tough sell Metro Vancouver mayors, with eas on the fringe of the region such three exceptions, are backing a as Langley? Dealers in Abbotsford plan to raise the provincial sales won’t be charging the extra .5 per tax to 7.5 per cent in the Metro Vancent. This is clearly a big challenge couver regional district, to pay for to some types of businesses, and is expanded transit service. patently unfair. The plan will go to a mail-in refThe second challenge is, what erendum in the spring, if the provguarantee is there that the .5 per ince gives its blessings to the plan, FROM THE cent won’t become one per cent in which it will likely do. a few years? The referendum quesThere are several points to contion does not say that the tax inFrank Bucholtz crease will be limited to .5 per cent. sider about this plan. First, there is a need for better Given the constant boost to taxes transit service, and replacement of the and fees by politicians, this is a fair question. Pattullo Bridge, which is part of the plan. The third challenge may be the biggest That is undeniable, even if the population one which those who campaign in fadoesn’t grow as fast as Metro mayors claim vour of the referendum will encounter. it will. TransLink has a history of not managing Second, this is probably the fairest possi- its resources wisely, and giving the organible tax. A car tax, which was being serious- zation extra money could be a recipe for ly considered, would have cost $170 per ve- more mismanagement. hicle and would be very unfair to those in Here are some examples. Overtime for areas like Langley, which are poorly-served Transit Police on Sundays. Very high execuby transit. tive compensation. High car allowance for Property taxes could have been raised, top executives (who apparently don’t use but the portion going to TransLink is al- transit). A stalled attempt to install fare ready quite high. A regional carbon tax gates. Continued widespread fare evasion. would also unfairly penalize car owners. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation has Third, the proposal is going to a vote — already started a campaign to have the refwhich is a natural follow-through to the erendum defeated. Many people are saying success of the HST referendum in over- they can’t afford to pay any more taxes. In throwing that tax. Politicians, starting with this part of the region, the poor transit serPremier Christy Clark, who pushed for this vice means that few people ever use it, and referendum, now realize they have to con- thus they are disinclined to support any sult with voters about controversial tax in- more funds for it. creases. This is all to the good. These are all significant obstacles to the With all that noted, there remain a referendum passing. The tax increase will number of significant challenges with the get a lot of vocal support, and there will be planned PST increase. significant “yes” campaigns. The HST also The first is, what will be the effect on the got plenty of support from the establishsellers of large-ticket items, like cars, in ar- ment, but that wasn’t enough to save it.
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As Christmas approaches, there is much to be thankful for here in Langley. While there is no shortage of issues facing the community, from poverty and homelessness to crowded schools and public safety issues on the streets, most people in this community have a place to sleep each night. The few who don’t have services available to them that many other communities, such as Abbotsford or Maple Ridge, lack. Those who are without food can call on the Food Bank or several other organizations. The Gateway of Hope offers meals, free of charge, on a daily basis to anyone who drops by. Many churches and service clubs do Christmas hamper programs, and some offer services all year round, such as St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic church, which not only serves up a Christmas dinner for those who are alone on Dec. 25, but has a weekly soup kitchen every Tuesday. When something bad happens, whether it is a beating on the streets or the loss of farm animals in a tragic barn fire, people rally around to help. The Times has seen this so often it has almost become routine, yet the newspaper never tires of reporting on the good deeds, great and small, that take place here so often. When there is a more permanent need for facilities, such as Gateway of Hope, the community rallies round. It has done so many times in the past and will do so in the future. Businesses here are very generous, with donations for innumerable silent auctions and all sorts of causes. Business people often lend a hand at such events as well. Even those who do not have a great deal often insist on giving back to help others — whether it is putting some coins in the Salvation Army’s Christmas kettles or volunteering at the Langley Christmas Bureau, which never leaves anyone behind. Many Langley individuals also support causes in other parts of the world that do not have as many built-in advantages as this area does. They support people and charities in Africa, Asia and many parts of Central and South America. They pack containers with food, supplies, clothing, bicycles and medicine. They set up charities and foundations and are blessed by the generous response from fellow residents. There is a spirit of generosity in Langley that Ebenezer Scooge (after he was visited by the three Christmas ghosts) would be quick to endorse. Many people here believe in giving — and it all adds up to a generous and complete community which it is a pleasure to be part of.
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It’s a familiar refrain this time of year — the plea to motorists and pedestrians to take special care while they’re on the streets. Last week, two pedestrians died in separate incidents in the Lower Mainland. They join a stark and growing statistic: Every December in B.C., an average of seven pedestrians are killed and another 269 are injured. The dark rainy weather, slippery streets and poor visibility all conspire to make driving more difficult. There’s little we can do about that. We can make that extra effort to see and be seen. Motorists can remain attentive at all times. Not only is it illegal to use a hand-held device while driving, the consequences can be deadly. Pay particular attention around intersections where 75 per cent of all pedestrian incidents occur. Watch while turning left or right for pedestrians who have already begun to cross. And remember that the rain makes the roads more slick. So build in a bit more braking time. For pedestrians, never assume that just because you see the vehicles, their drivers see you. Headlights, traffic and other distractions compete with your visibility. Fight back by ensuring you are dressed to be seen; wear reflective clothing, a reflective arm band, or carry a light. Keep your eyes and ears open and focus on what’s happening around you. Never assume a driver sees you. Make eye contact and always err on the side of caution. Consequences are far graver for the pedestrian than for the driver. — Chilliwack Progress
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Comments on McGregor’s column Editor: In response to Jim McGregor’s column on Xmas (The Times, Dec. 11), we should all do a little more research sometimes on subjects that we feel passionate about. A quick Google search on “what does the x in xmas mean?” would reveal much needed clarity to this. It is simply the Greek letter X or ‘chi’ which is the first letter in Xmas. meaning “Christ.” So have no fear Christians of Langley or Canada for that matter, there is no war on Christmas. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Hindu, Muslim, agnostic, atheist or other, this holiday season is about friends and family. It’s about giving, generosity to our fellow human beings and celebrating. It’s about love for all our neighbours, not just those who happen to worship the same deity as we do. There are many cultures and traditions who have winter solstice celebrations dating back thousands of years, like Saturnalia, Dies Natalis Solis Invicti, or the Germanic Yule, just to name a few. Many pagan traditions have been incorporated in all our homes where Christmas trees are found, Yule logs in fireplaces are burning, or gifts are exchanged with the ones we love. But the point is, let’s all come together and be merry, with or without religion. We live in Canada, a land where we can celebrate in ways that do or do not involve religion. Let’s not get caught up in whose holiday this is to name and claim. It’s everyone’s. Happy holidays, or whatever tradition you choose to celebrate, to all. ZAK GRAHAM, LANGLEY Editor: It was a pleasure for us to read Jim McGregor’s column headlined “We celebrate Christmas, not the Xmas season.” Being “politically correct” should not hide the fact that without Jesus Christ there is no Christmas. Thanks Jim, we look forward to more of your insightful viewpoints. AREN AND MARY VAN DYKE, LANGLEY Editor: Thanks to Jim McGregor for his poem about Christmas. Indeed, “if Christmas is for Jesus, why don’t we see Him here?” And “why can’t we climb up on His knee, so we can whisper in His ear, the questions that we have for Him?” I would love to have pictures of our grandkids sitting on Jesus’ knee. After all, He did invite the children to come to Him. I appreciated the pause in the busyness to focus on the reason for the season. Merry Christmas and God bless us, everyone. MARIE TURKSTRA, LANGLEY
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Not all success outside shelter Editor: In response to all the politicians and well-wishers attending the Gateway of Hope’s fifth anniversary celebration all patting each other on the back (The Times, Dec. 9), there is another side of the story. I will not take away the good works and goals of the Salvation Army, but the location and other concerns when dealing with the types of individuals who need this facility, as was predicted in the public meetings held prior to its construction, have all come true and continue to exist. Local residents experienced and still experience the predicted crimes. There’s nothing like coming out to your car in the morning, only to find a window smashed in and car rummaged through, or finding your patio furniture or barbecue missing, or some attempt to get into the unit. Kids walking to school and parents watching their children at Dumais Park have to watch the drug drops occur, and look out for syringes or broken beer bottles. Perhaps the sight of the scruffy individual with the squeaky wheel grocery cart rummaging through the recycle bins or drugged-out kids spraying graffiti on nearby walls and fences is something we want them to see.
There’s nothing like taking the kids or the dog for a walk around the Meadows nature path to catch a glimpse of the wild life. I don’t mean the ducks, I mean the homeless sleeping in makeshift huts or the evidence of the same; needles, trash, and discarded clothing. The award-winning upscale downtown area has in the five years greatly deteriorated from the once-beautiful vista and, quoting the City mantra, “the place to be.” People get tired of calling the police due to response times and the lack of repercussions placed on the offenders. The homeless who do not like the programs or expectations offered at the Gateway to Hope (One homeless alcoholic man referred it to The Gateway to Hell) are found sleeping in the nearby woods, breaking into electrical rooms, or another convenient dry spot, to await the meals offered at the centre. The nearby residents are recipients of the aftermath. So for all the good works, there was a price. One that the Meadows residents continue to pay for. BRUCE KILBY, LANGLEY
Poppy Campaign a big success Editor: On behalf of Royal Caduring the Poppy Campaign is nadian Legion Branch 21 Langused to run the Legion. Instead, ley, I would like to thank everythe day to day functioning of the one who made this year’s Poppy Legion is funded by memberCampaign such a wonderful sucships, and of course, new memcess. bers are always welcome. You Remembrance Day was particneed not have served in the milularly difficult for all of us this itary or be related to someone year. The recent attacks on Cawho has to join. nadian soldiers, here in our own I would like to thank our Poppy country, were fresh in our minds Campaign chair Donna Watson, and made many of us see things the Langley Legion members in a different light. Thousands and volunteers who collected of people came out to pay their donations, the businesses who respects during Langley’s Resupported us, and everyone in membrance Day ceremonies and Langley who gave to support this many people in the community worthy cause. Those who have showed an overwhelming spirit served in the military and those of giving during our annual Popcontinue to serve deserve our py Campaign. respect, our remembrance, and This year, the money raised by our support. It means so much to volunteers went above and bethose who receive these funds, yond expectation. Without all and the people of Langley never your help, this would not have Langley Legion President Shirley Blair (left) thanks fail to open their hearts and give been possible. Every cent of this 2014 Poppy Campaign chair Donna Watson for generously. highly successful campaign will heading up a successful campaign this year. The Langley Legion Branch 21 looks be going back into the commu- generosity of the community helped the campaign forward to continuing to support nity to help veterans and their beat expectations. our veterans and the communifamilies, students, the elderly, ty in the year to come, and inyouth, and people in need. vites the public to usher in 2015 These include a dog services program, transition with us. A New Year’s Party will be held at the Legion on house, and BCIT program, all of which help veterans ad- Wednesday, Dec. 31, from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m., with dinner, just to civilian life. Donations will also be made to the music, dancing, and midnight snacks. Tickets are available Air, Sea, and Army Cadets, as well as to the George Der- at the Langley Legion at 20570 – 56 Avenue. by and Brock Fahrni veterans facilities and the Langley For more information call 604-534-3615 or visit facebook. Lodge. com/LangleyLegionBranch21. To all of you who “remembered” — thank you. SHIRLEY BLAIR, PRESIDENT, It is important to note that none of the money raised LANGLEY LEGION BRANCH 21
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The appeal court pointed out that a book of business may represent the most significant asset when a marriage breaks up. If it isn’t treated as property and a family asset, the spouse who built it up could sell it shortly after the break-up and keep all the money. Investment firms put a value on a new hire’s book of business (though the court wasn’t told here exactly how that’s calculated). And Ralph had paid for a book of business when he started out.
Here, Ralph (all names changed) and Ann had started living together in 1993. They got married in 2000 and split up in 2009. They had one child under four and another less than a year old when they broke up. Ralph worked at a brokerage firm as a financial adviser and had such a “book of business” at the time of the split.
The court decided that a book of business is property like “goodwill,” in this case to be shared equally between Ralph and Ann (along with the related potential debt). There are other occupations – like real estate agents, mortgage brokers, lawyers – where a book of business may come into play when divvying up family property. And while the court dealt with this thorny question under the pre-2013 law, its approach in this case will no doubt have an influence under the new law too.
When he first got into the investment business, he bought a retiring adviser’s book of business for $175,000. When he moved to his new firm in 2004, about 88 per cent of his previous clients came along, though that wasn’t a condition of
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The First Capital Chorus’ annual concert to benefit the Langley Christmas Bureau was a sell out success on Saturday night at Willoughby Christian Reformed Church. People got a great show and helped with the most ever raised at close to $3,000 for the bureau. This year, the Synchromesh quartet, which is part of the First Capital Chorus, presented a $2,000 cheque to the bureau last week from last year’s concert. The concert hosted the sweet sounds of the First Captial Chorus and quartets, Langley Children’s Choir, Peace Arch Sweet Adelines, Opus One Women’s Choir, Langley Concert Band and 2014 Christmas Chorus. Left to Right: Mike Wilcox, Gord Harris, Leigh Anderson and Bill findlay of the Synchromesh quartet
The Legacy Water Search & Recovery Society received a cheque for $7,000 from the Langley Good Times Cruise-In board. Left to right: Riccardo Sestito, Lori Watts, Dick Hooper, Scott Lebus, President of Legacy, Jim Ward, Vice President of Legacy, Barry Wilson, Treasurer of Legacy, Eric Taylor and Martin Brown. Altogether, 14 groups received a total of $60,453 from the hugely successful car show and shine which is held every September.
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Fingerprints left behind at a violent armed robbery in an Aldergrove Subway on Nov. 18 have led to one Langley man being charged. Around 10 p.m., a female store employee was starting her closing duties when two masked men came in and jumped over the counter, said police. One male ran to the rear of the store while the other opened the cash register and began loading money into a bag. As he loaded the cash, he pointed a firearm at the clerk. He then pointed the firearm at her head, forced her to the ground and ordered her to open
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the time. Langley RCMP along with the Emergency Response Team and Air One descended on the woman’s home in the 24900 block of 72 Avenue after she called 911, saying she had been hit, tied up and her home ransacked. A couple of suspects managed to flee the scene, but Allenby was arrested near the scene. No other arrests were made in the case. He was charged and released on $75,000 bail a short time later. Allenby is a career criminal who has committed dozens of crimes over the past decade.
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“Therefore, the Lord Himself will give you a sign. The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” Isaiah 7:14
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hroughout Langley, the churches join with the community to celebrate the Christmas Season. For the faith community the Christmas season is one of the holiest times on the Christian Calendar and while Christians and people of faith exchange gifts and celebrate, it is also a time of preparation for the coming of their Savior, Jesus Christ. The four week period leading up to Christmas is called Advent. The word comes from the Latin and means 'waiting' or 'coming' and Christians use this time to prepare their hearts and homes for Christmas. Nuby Lilianne Fuller, merous candle light services Langley Times held on Christmas Eve provide Contributor a time of reflection, peace and hope. Read on for a church service or event near you. "In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. And everyone went to his own town to register. So Joseph went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea to Bethlehem the town of David because he belonged to the house and line of David." Luke 2:1-4
On December 21st Brookswood Baptist will hold its Sunday service at 10:00 a.m. On December 14th the church will have a special CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS MUSICAL with two services, one at 9:15 and the other at 10:45. Christmas Eve will feature a candlelight service at 6:00pm. It will be a wonderful time to celebrate the Light of the world in the darkness of winter. To welcome the New Year, the church will host a Family Skate Night on January 3rd from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the George Preston Centre. The event is free but there will be a fee to rent the skates and helmets for the children. Brookswood Baptist Church is located at 20581 - 36 Avenue. "He went there to register with Mary who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them at the inn." Luke 2:4- 7
The Salvation Army - Langley South The Salvation Army is again hosting its annual Christmas dinner at the Gateway of Hope Shelter. (5787 Langley By-Pass) This event will take place on Friday December 19th at noon. This is a community dinner and everyone is welcome. And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not
be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people". Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord" Luke 2: 8-10
Southgate Church On December 12th Southgate Church will join with the congregations of Brookswood Baptist, Southridge Church, Christian Live Assembly, and Jericho Ridge to bring Christmas Carols, hot chocolate and chili to McBurney Plaza from 6 - 7:30 p.m. On December 21st Southgate will hold its Christmas services with a matinee at 3:00 p.m. Christmas Eve service will be at 6:00 p.m. Southgate Church is located at 120-5501-204 Street. Telephone is 604-5327769. "Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you, he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you. You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger." Luke 2: 11
North Langley Community Church joined with Christians around the world and took part in a movement called the Advent Conspiracy. – a plan to take back Christmas from today's consumer-crazed culture. Instead of buying more, getting more and consuming more the members of the congregation were challenged to find ways to spend less, give more, truly worship Jesus and have time to love others. Practical generosity, locally and globally, demonstrates the true heart of Christmas. The church will host three Christmas Eve Services at 3:30 pm, 5:00 and 6:30 pm. Everyone is welcome! North continued on page 20
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continued from page 19 Langley Church is located at 21015 - 96 Avenue. Regular church services throughout the year are 8:00 a.m., 9:45 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome! "Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests." Luke 2: 11-14
Home Church Langley This church meets at Nicomekl School and this year their Christmas service will be on Sunday, December 21st at 10:00 a.m. Looking forward into the New Year, Home Church Langley will offer the Alpha series, Women Encouraging Women, New Christians class, Divorce care and many other small groups. For more information call Pastor Jim Moerman at 604-514-4663. 'When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened which the Lord has told us about." Luke 2:15
Southridge Fellowship Baptist Church Southridge Fellowship Baptist church has been in Murrayville since 1996. Located at 22756 - 48 Avenue, church services are at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. On Christmas Eve there will be two traditional candlelight services, one at 5:00 and another at 6:30 p.m. In addition congregation members will be caroling in McBurney Plaza on December 5 and December 19th from 6:00 - 7:30. "So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen them, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child. And all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them." Luke 2: 16-18
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For many in Langley it wouldn't be Christmas without the annual Christmas Dinner held at St Joseph's Catholic Church on Christmas Day. The dinner is held to make sure the disadvantaged and lonely members of the community have a time of being uplifted and at the same time enjoy a fantastic Christmas dinner. The doors open at 4:00 pm and dinner follows at 5:00 PM. Fondly known as St. Joes the church operates both a soup kitchen on Tuesdays and a weekly drop in on Saturday mornings from 10 until Noon. These programs will resume following the holiday season. On Christmas Eve, the church will hold both a children's mass at 7:00 p.m. mass and there will be a traditional Midnight mass as well. The church is located at 20676 Fraser Highway. "But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. The shepherds returned glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen which were just as they had been told." Luke 2: 19-20
Living Waters Church The church is located at 9095 Glover Road in Fort Langley. Celebrating the season of Advent leading up to Christmas the church will be holding regular Christmas services with four very special messages based on the theme Let There Be Light. Services are at 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 and 6:30. December 14th features The Light is Bright and the evening service will be a Children's service. On December 21st the series continues with 'This Little Light of Mine', This year Living Waters will hold four traditional candlelight services on Christmas Eve at 3:30, 4:45, 6:00 and 7:15 pm The people walking in darkness have seen a great light, on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned.....Isaiah 9:2
United Churches of Langley The United Churches of Langley have two sites, the Murrayville site (once known as Sharon United) and St. Andrews/Fort Langley. On December 21st the Murrayville site during their regular 10:30 service will present a special Christmas Choir Cantata. At 4:00 p.m. the same day there will be a service at the Fort Langley site as well and its theme will be Solace at Solstice, a Longest Night Service. At the Murrayville site on December 23rd there will be a contemplative Celtic service at 7:00 p.m. On Christmas Eve, the Murrayville site will host an all ages worship service at 6:00 p.m., In Fort Langley there will be a candlelight service with carols and communion and at 10:00 p.m. the Murrayville site will also hold a candlelight service with carols and communion. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulders, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
Christian Life Assembly Christian Life Assembly has three Christmas Eve Services, 3 PM, 4:30 PM and 6 PM. The church invites everyone to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. On New Year's Eve Christian Life Assembly has an exciting service to enter into the new year. It begins at 10:30 PM on December 31st and concludes at midnight. For more information, call 604-530-7344 All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son and they will call him Immanuel which means "God with us" Matthew 1:22-23 Langley's faith community celebrates Christmas in many ways and they share the commonality of providing food for the body, mind and soul. A holy time for Christians, the Christmas spirit is abundant in Langley. Langley's Faith Community wishes everyone a very meaningful and Merry Christmas.
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Six Ways to Make The Season Brighter BY K R ISTY L CLAR K , LANGLEY TIMES CONTR IBUTOR
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hen it comes to the holidays, it's not always easy to let one's heart be merry and light. For some marshmallow toasting, mistletoe-ing and plenty of cheer may be far from mind. Whether it's due to the loss of a loved one, lack of funds, living far away from friends and family or a health ailment, it's tempting to turn into a humbug during the winter months. Rather than miss all the fa-la-la-la fun, give yourself the ultimate gift – a big dose of holiday spirit Here are just six ways to get into the holiday spirit so you can enjoy the season and all the annual traditions that go along with it.
knows, you may come away from the experience with a friend or two – perhaps even a date for New Years Eve.
of Langley and Township recreation guides. Also, be sure to check out the Langley Seniors Resource Society, where there are hundreds of activities and programs for people age 50 and over.
4. Spend Time with Youngsters Experience the wonder and the magic of the holidays again by seeing it through a child's eyes. If your child bearing years have long since passed, invite your grandchildren over for a visit – even take them for the day if you're feeling brave. Spend time looking through photo albums of holidays' passed, share traditions like holiday baking or make a craft together.
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Nothing fizzles one's holiday spirit quicker than fighting for a parking spot, maneuvering through crowded stores or waiting in endless lines. Rather than brave the madness, consider shopping first thing in the morning or later in the evening. For those who are digitally inclined, there's the option of shopping from your own home thanks to the World Wide Web. Some stores even offer personal delivery services for seniors. Alternately, you could seek out help from a personal shopper or seniors' assistant service.
Even just the smallest gesture can really go a long way in improving another person's sense of well-being. While you may not be feeling the holiday spirit just yet, there are plenty of opportunities out there to spread cheer to others. If knitting is your cup of tea, consider making toques or scarves for friends, family members – or, donate them to a local shelter. And for those who enjoy baking, make a batch of goodies a surprise your neighbour with the sweet tooth. But if you aren't handy in the kitchen or crafty, don't sweat it. Something as simple as a hug or making someone laugh can also go a long way. After all, you know what they say – laughter is the best medicine. Warning: joy is infectious.
6. Ask for Help Whether it's to pick up a few items at the store or just to lend an ear, asking for assistance from friends, family and neighbours can help those feeling isolated, especially during the holidays. Also, don't be afraid to connect with a local support group in your area if you're feeling blue this Christmas.
2. Volunteer A sure fire way to get into the holiday spirit is to volunteer. From visiting with patients in a hospital or care home to lending shovelling your elderly neighbour's driveway, there are endless ways to give back. In addition to the satisfaction that comes with doing a good deed, it's a great opportunity to mix and mingle with like-minded people in your community. And who
3. Community Events When it comes to holiday events in the Langleys, there is certainly no shortage of things to do for all ages. Check out the Tourism Langley website for upcoming events – activities are also listed in the City
And there you have it – six ways to make the season brighter. While sadness during the holiday season is a relatively normal experience for some, it's important to seek a skilled professional if you or someone you know has notices symptoms of depression.
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Memories of a farm Christmas Dor i s Ri e dw e g
Christmas on the Saskatchewan farm where I grew up could be counted on to be white. To awaken on Christmas morning and look out on a brown landscape would be as alien to us prairie dwellers as snow on a depression-era day in July. Although, every other year, we made the five mile journey to my older sister’s farm for the evening festivities, we had no worries about slippery roads or snowdrifts. Our team of horses, which pulled the sleigh under a clear prairie sky, made sure of that. In the straw-lined sleigh box, bundled up in feather comforters with hot rocks at our feet, my mother and I were as cozy as if we had been in our own warm beds. However, my dad – and my brother when he became old enough – sat on the driver’s seat facing the elements. Not once did we hear a word of complaint from them. No doubt they were anticipating the dinner waiting for us in the warmth of my sister’s and brother-in-law’s farm kitchen. And they knew that when the horses were stabled and fed, they could relax while the women cooked the vegetables, mashed the potatoes, made the gravy and carved the turkey. On alternate years, the procedure reversed. Sister, her husband and their two small children would make the trek to our farm, sometimes bringing in-laws with them as well as our unmarried aunt. Wherever we gathered, the joy at being together to celebrate this special day meant more than hearty meals or presents under the tree.
Doris Riedweg Farm life in those years was simple, yet far from easy. Even on the most anticipated day of the year, the animals had to be cared for. Four feet of snow, drifts as high as the lilac hedge, or howling blizzards did not excuse the men from morning and evening chores. Nor did farm women have a break from such tasks as turning the handle of the cream separator to extract the cream from the fresh warm milk.
Meals had to be prepared – a special treat of bacon and farm fresh eggs accompanied by toasted homemade bread for breakfast on Christmas morning. And, of course, that big dinner topped off with mincemeat tarts and plum pudding. Gifts under the tree were few when I was growing up, not only at our house but, I suspect, in every country and town home alike. But our mom always stuffed one of our long
woollen socks (no store-bought glittery stockings in those days) with unshelled nuts, Christmas candy and, at the very toe, a much anticipated Japanese orange. And oh, that tree! Charlie Brown had not been heard of then, but we had his tree. That area of Saskatchewan has no native evergreens. My dad and brother would chop down continued on next page
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the thickest poplar they could find and Mom and I would decorate it. With pennies she earned from selling eggs, my mother purchased a few tree ornaments over the years. Shiny baubles, a couple of ropes of tinsel and enough dripping silver icicles to make the bare branches look festive, meant more to me than all the glitter on huge sculpted trees today. It didn’t matter that there were no lights on our tree. I had never seen one with lights, so I couldn’t imagine them. What did matter was that the flame from the kerosene lamp would light Santa’s way when he reached our house on Christmas Eve. However, when I was about six years old, my slightly older but much wiser brother felt it his duty to inform me that, among other myths I had been led to believe about life, there really was no Santa Claus. I don’t remember feeling overly concerned about that revelation. I knew that someone would read the letter I wrote to the guy at the North Pole, and come through with the present I coveted. With regret that it must be so, Christmas Day would, all too soon, draw to a close. Visiting family bundled themselves up and left for home. I lay in my
warm bed under a down quilt, my new doll or teddy bear, which had been cuddled and loved to death, snuggled beside me. When the house became still, I would lie quietly and listen to the low moan of a cow in the stable, or the soft bleat of a lamb as it sought the warmth of its mother’s body. Through drooping eyelids and partially open curtains at my window, a few stars glittered in a moonlit sky. But, every year on that night, one star appeared brighter than all the rest, and for several minutes I would watch in wonder. Then, as sleep slowly claimed me, I imagined I could hear the gentle cry of a newborn baby amidst the restless movement of animals in the stable.
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The Christmas Concert How Blessed I am that I can sit down with my Mother and listen to stories of Christmas past. Recently, we reminisced about a school Christmas concert that took place in her town some 90 years ago. It was a night in the early 1920’s when the temperature had crashed to -50 in Edam Saskatchewan. The school concert was a community event and regardless of the weather it always went on and Peggy and her sister Frances waited at the window for Uncle Jake and his sleigh. He would get them to Cole School, named after her father and uncles who had homesteaded the area. They both had on their new velvet dresses, Peggy’s blue and her little sister’s red, with sashes and big bows at the back. White stockings and shiny black shoes completed the outfits. As soon as the sleigh was spotted they donned leggings, snow boots, coats and mittens.
They jumped in with their four cousins and found a spot under the heavy buffalo blankets with their feet close to the foot warmers, boxes with hot bricks inside. As they headed off they could hear the telephone lines singing, drawn taut with the cold accompanied by the horse’s hooves thundering along the packed snow. Once they arrived, the horses were stabled and the children ran to the schoolhouse. When the door was opened, Peggy recalls, “It was a scene from Little House on the Prairie. Everyone gathered around the big stove, lots of laughter and of course a Christmas tree that almost touched the ceiling. As there were no coniferous trees close by Edam, one of the men would make a trip considerably north to bring back
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The Christmas Concert this magnificent specimen.” “The decorations were homemade, strings of beads on colored thread, garland made of paper loops and many colored cut outs of angels and stars.” “For most of December there was little school work done. The children had been rehearsing and now came the time for the poems, the songs, the skits and, of course, acting out the Christmas story. Everyone had a part to play. The costumes were all handmade but in the eyes of a six year old, they were beautiful and stunning.” As the evening wore on there were more performances, one cousin played the violin accompanied by another on the piano. A children’s choir sang carols and everyone joined in, and the Christmas spirit filled the little one room schoolhouse. “Then the big moment,” Peggy recalls. “ The door opened and in came Santa Clause with a bag of gifts. I remember telling my Mom the next day that Santa wore the same boots as our neighbour, Herman Halliday. For each child, Santa had a small gift, a Japanese orange, some nuts and hard candy, treasures to all of us back in those hard times.” Soon it was time for the trip home and as the children donned their winter clothes, the bricks were taken from the stove and put back in the foot warmers in the sleighs. The
horses were anxious to get back to their warm barns and stepped lively once they hit the road. “I remember lying back in the sleigh looking at the moon and stars that seemed close enough to touch while the Northern lights put on their Christmas show, skittering and singing across the clear, dark sky.” Soon the farm houses were in sight and just as the families began thinking about their warm cozy beds, the evening took an unexpected turn. “The road forked to the left to Uncle Jake’s house and the horse’s warm barn. Our house was to the right. The horses started into their familiar left turn when Uncle Jake yanked on the reins to get them to turn to our place. They cut too sharp and the sleigh tipped over and rolled us into the cold, crisp snow. Everyone survived but the presents and the blankets were scattered all over. Neighbours following behind scooped us up from the freezing drifts and got the kids home. There was much crying as Santa’s gifts lay buried in the snow having to wait for daylight to be retrieved. But everyone, even the horses, survived without a scratch.” “Over the years I have learned that Christmas day can go from magic to tragic in an instant but regardless, the memories of good times spent with family and friends will never leave us. Merry Christmas to all.”
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With the traditional season of giving now upon us, you might be thinking of making a charitable donation before the end of the year to help lower your tax bill. We invite you to consider supporting Langley Memorial Hospital Foundation and the needs of our hospital by making a donation before December 31st.
$15.00 and include a delightful massage. Festive Nail Art can be added for only pennies more. Have you always wanted the beauty and ease of Artificial Nails? This year give yourself the gift of beautiful nails for only $25.00. Shelley McBride heads this section and she brings over 20 years of experience with her. There’s no doubt, that while the Holiday season is a fabulous one, it is also stressful. De- stress with a one hour Massage for only $45.00 and try a Facial for that Holiday Glow. As a matter of fact, for the month of December, facials are on special at Mark Anthony Academy. The school has all the services you need to relax, refresh and recharge this Holiday season. If quality of service is a concern, it shouldn’t be. Clients who have enjoyed any of the School’s services are quick to say that the Esthetics treatments and Hair services they received were on a par with the more expensive salons. In addition this school has consistently won many Provincial Achievement Awards in all categories. The School’s Senior Educational Administrator, Launie Morgan has over 30 years of experience in this Industry and has worked hard to make this school the best of the best. “We love seeing what we produce which are well rounded students and happy clients. We thoroughly enjoy what we do here every day, “ said Launie. So get ready to deck the halls and shop ‘til you drop this holiday season and this year you can shine brightly without breaking the bank. Mark Anthony Academy of Cosmetology is located at on 203rd and Industrial Avenue, behind Gabby’s Country Cabaret. Call 604-5304678 and book your appointment today. Gift certificates are available.
Is Holiday spending keeping you from spoiling yourself this Christmas? Wouldn’t you love to have a Spa pampering without paying a hefty Spa price? If yes, then you need to visit one of Langley’s best kept beauty secrets. Located in Langley City, the Mark Anthony Academy of Cosmetology offers hair, esthetics, which includes all spa treatments, and nail services at a fraction of the price of local salons. Treat yourself to a new “do” this Holiday Season. The school offers a full selection of Hair Services including piggy back and spiral perms that start at $66.00. For a Festive look bring along some shining accessories that can be weaved into your hair. If a short sassy look is your desire, designer cuts are only $20.00. Include a colour treatment with a finish and you’ll look and feel beautiful for under $60.00. With the money you save there will be lots left over to fill all those Christmas stockings. The reason for the super low prices is because Mark Anthony Academy of Cosmetology is a Cosmetology School. But don’t be apprehensive about that. Each student, before they work with the public, must complete their basic training. Throughout the ten month course, the students work under the watchful eyes of Head Hair Instructor Judie Falcsik. Judie has been with the school for 12 years and brings over 15 years of experience to the Hair department. So fear not, you are in the best of hands. And speaking of hands, make sure you book a Holiday Manicure. Known mainly for its Hair Department, the school offers Esthetic and Spa treatments that are second to none. Whether it’s the natural look or a French Manicure, your fingers will thank you for the pampering they receive. All Manicures start at
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Christmas Tree chipping event Jan. 3 Christmas dinner at St. Joseph’s Parish and Jan. 4, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Willow- in Langley. The church is preparing a full brook Shopping Centre to raise funds for Christmas dinner and party on ChristRide2Survive, a cancer fundraising chari- mas Day at 20676 Fraser Hwy for people ty. Funds will ultimately be used for can- of the community who are in need, for secer research through the Canadian Cancer niors and those who would otherwise be Society. Tree chipping service is being gen- alone. The meal is served free of charge to erously provided by Bartlett Tree Experts. anyone who wishes to come. Doors open Information on Ride2Survive can be found at 4 p.m. for drinks and socializing. A hot turkey dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Call at www.ride2survive.ca. 604-534-3303 to make arrangements for transportation. Port Kells Art Club classes every Monday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with general meetings on the third Monday of each month. New members, all levels of experience welcome. Annual membership $25. Two new multi-week classes begin Jan. 5 (oil and acrylic). Club exhibits three to four times a year. Located in Langley on Fraser Hwy. Contact Rita Evans at 604-853-4006.
Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation Pub Night Fundraiser at the NY Grill and Bistro, 20204 Fraser Hwy. Jan. 20 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Silent auction, ticket basket draw, 50/50, Toonie toss, and taking Donations for the Walk to Banff 2016. Tickets are available at the foundation offices and thrift shoppe at 109 - 20631 Fraser Hwy. $15 buys a burger or veggie burger and fries and a glass of beer or wine. Limited tickets.
Ron Dunkley Memorial Society cheque presentation On Sunday, December 7 the RDMS presented a cheque in the amount of $4,137.30 to the BC Professional Firefighter’s Burn Fund to be used towards the funding still needed for the completion of the new Burn House in Vancouver. This cheque was the amount raised at the Raise the Roof Fundraiser. The presentation took place at the Langley City Fire Hall where Ron’s Annual Blood Drive takes place.
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Square Dancing every Tuesday and Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Brookswood Senior Centre, 19899 36 Ave. Tuesdays, plus level, $6. Wednesdays, beginner level alternating with mainstream, $5. Contact Jerry at 604-838-8821 or jamonce@shaw.ca for more information. Langley Newcomers and Friends is a non-profit community minded club for women of all ages held Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. every month at the WC Blair Community Centre. For info: Kathleen Hardy - 604530-8665, Diane Campbell - 778-277-3434 or email langleynewcomers@hotmail.com.
Langley Together Society Celebration of Community Dec. 17, 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Chartwell Renaissance Retirement Residence, 6676 203 St. Complimentary wine and cheese, and break bannock together as we celebrate three years of fostering relationships and strengthening the non-profit sector in Langley. Followed by annual general meeting. To register now email langleytog@gmail.com. You’ve Gotta Have Friends Drop in for coffee and conversation at 20510 Fraser Hwy. (McBurney Plaza) Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. to noon and Fridays 2 p.m. to 3:30 pm. Open to anyone looking to make new connections. For more information call 604533-6546 or email: yghf@telus.net. Classics Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Murrayville Library. Phone the library for more information or to register for this free program 604-533-0339.
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Gift wrapping service benefits Langley School District Foundation Visit Willowbrook Shopping Centre’s charity gift wrap centre to get your holiday gifts wrapped and help the foundation. 100 per cent of the proceeds will go to support innovative and essential school programs for Langley students. The Charity Gift Wrap Centre operates until December 24 located in the north side of Willowbrook Shopping Centre next to Aldo. Gift wrap services start at just $3 and all wrap, ribbon, and bags are eco-friendly. The centre is run by more than 300 volunteers including Langley School District students, teachers, parents, staff, administrators, and retirees. It is hoped that the Charity Gift Wrap Centre will raise $15,000 plus this holiday season. Support LEPS by purchasing small potted Spruce trees. For a donation of $5, living trees are a great alternative to live cut. To pick up your live tree visit the LEPS office Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 201-4839 221 St. Supplies are limited. Langley Elks Lodge #259 membership drive. Well established active community service/charity club focusing on the needs of children. Call Ron (membership chair) at 604-534-3126 for further information. New Seniors (60 and up) Competitive Dragon Boat mixed team is forming. Email membership@fortlangleycanoeclub.ca if you are interested. The team will need to attend qualifier races and IDBF CC Nationals in Welland, Ont. in 2015 to earn their spot to go to Worlds 2016 in Australia. Singles Social and Walking Club seeks new members age 45 and up. For details, call Christina at 604-375-7732 or Dorothy at 604-594-1260 or email singsocwc@ gmail.com. LMHA Penny Pincher thrift store needs volunteers for markers, sorters, cashiers and security. Applications available at store, 20211 56 Ave. The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. If you are interested, visit their website at www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line. The Senior Men’s golf club at Poppy Estate Golf Course is looking for new members 55 years or older. Information on the club can be found on club website www. poppyseniormensgolf.com or phone 604530-4501. Post your event. Click on calendar & ‘add event.’
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Take your seat for Stand Up! at TWU EVENING OF FAMILY-FRIENDLY COMEDY BENEFITS VANCOUVER’S GET WARM PROJECT B REN D A AN D E R SO N Ti m e s Re po r t e r
What better way to warm up on a cold January night than to spend an hour or two laughing? A pair of Trinity Western graduates are offering the community a chance to do just that — and to help make people’s lives a little better in the process. Chris Nash and Jacqui Janzen — who together make up BlackJacq Productions — present Stand Up! For the Little Guy, a comedy show to benefit the Get Warm Project — at Trinity Western University on Saturday, Jan 10. Headliner John Cullen — who, according to his bio is a “real life” teacher, writer, drummer and world-ranked curler, in addition to being an all-round funny guy — will be joined by eight up-and-coming young comedians on stage at the Langley university’s Freedom Hall. The comedy show will be the first event of its kind mounted by BlackJacq, which formed in 2012. The production company is currently in post-production on a feature length film and entered a play in the 2013 Fringe Festival. Founders Nash and Janzen have known one another since university — they both graduated from TWU in 2009. The pair has always enjoyed working together, said Nash, adding each has a particular set of skills that gels well with the other’s. “I, myself, am an actor and a writer. Jacqui is an event manager and a web developer,” said Nash. “I can dream up grand schemes to put on and she has the sense to ground me.” Whatever project they embark upon, Nash and Janzen’s mandate is to be creative while offering support to artists and humanitarians who need financial or promotional backing to help achieve their dreams. “The Get Warm Project is just something that’s close to home,” said Janzen. The women who started the project, which provides blankets and warm clothes to people living on the streets of Vancov-
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Stand-up comedian John Cullen, centre, headlines a night of laughs at Trinity Western University on Jan. 10, as BlackJacq Productions presents Stand Up! For the Little Guy. The live comedy show will benefit The Get Warm Project, which collects gently used warm clothing and distributes it on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.
er’s Downtown Eastside, are former high school classmates of Janzen’s, she said. Each show BlackJacq puts on will benefit a “Little Guy” of some description. The pair recently put out a call in Langley and Vancouver for groups that could use some support. “We basically did it through social media — to friends and connections — because we didn’t want to be overwhelmed with too many folks we’d have to let down,” said Nash. Still, they had a fair number of responses to sort through, before settling on the Get Warm Project. At the same time, they also went about scouting talent for the show, which will feature several local funny people. “We put the call out specifically in Langley for this show. We wanted to showcase Langley talent,” said Nash.
“Trinity has a good assemblage of comedic characters and I’m heavily involved in the theatre scene (there).” Despite the fact the words “stand up” appear in the show’s title, in reality, it will be quite a diverse show, said Nash. “We’ll blend any sort of comedy that is just the person and the audience. It may be a song or a great sketch, but our headliner will always be a stand-up comedian.” And it will always be family-friendly. By having comedians keep their act clean, it encourages them to be more clever than vulgar, said Nash. “When it comes to being funny, it’s better to use the parts of your brain that don’t take the easy laugh, don’t take the easy way out,” he said. Nash and Janzen expect to have a full house on the night of the show, with a large number of the university’s students
taking a break from their studies to have a few laughs. “But we’d like to have a mix from the community as well,” Nash said. Janzen, meanwhile, encouraged audience members to bring gently used warm clothing items — socks, toques, scarves, etc. Anyone who does will be eligible for prize draws. Items have been provided by a range of sponsors, including a Vancouver swimwear company started by another TWU grad, and a yoga clothing retailer. Tickets for Stand Up! For the Little Guy are $10 each. Half of the proceeds raised from ticket sales will be donated to the Vancouver charity. Freedom Hall is located at 7600 Glover Rd. Show begins at 8 p.m. For more information, or to purchase tickets, go to standuplittleguy.com.
Annual holiday light tour is underway in Langley The Christmas season is one of the most beautiful and busy times of the year. Days are hectic with shopping, wrapping gifts and preparing special dishes for family and friends. Why not slow things down a bit and put aside the busyness to enjoy the beautiful. Why not take some time to visit some of the stunning light displays located throughout the community? The following is a list of some of the locations. 4086 - 205B Street The Christmas spirit is very much alive in the Peterse’s household. John Peterse carries on his family’s annual tradition by lighting up the family’s property with over 20,000 lights. They are synced to a radio station and seem to dance to the music. Tune your car radio to 99.7 FM to listen and watch. The
display is on seven days a week from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will continue until Jan.5. Enter off 42 Avenue. Langley City Shortly after Remembrance Day the streets of Downtown Langley City begin to glow with lights and pretty garlands. The city uses more than 56,000 bulbs and three years ago Langley City went green and replaced the bulbs with the more environmentally friendly LEDs. Langley’s main displays are located along the one-way street, McBurney Plaza and in Douglas Park. Innes Corner Plaza is also transformed into a winter wonderland. The trees, shrubs and groundcover are decorated in multi coloured lights that shimmer and shine. And look up! On the top of Langley City Hall is a giant nativity scene.
This display can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. The Nativity scene was a gift from former Langley City Councillor Terry Smith. He discovered it in the deep south of the United States and brought it home as a gift to the City. The display moved around a bit at first but finally found its permanent home atop Langley City Hall. 2328 Wakefield Drive The Basran family love Christmas and it shows. Their huge light display is on every evening from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
On Dec. 21 they will join with Langley Firefighters to raise funds for BC Children’s Hospital. There will be hot chocolate and special treats and at 7 p.m. Santa will drop in for a meet and greet. Make sure you mark your calendar for this one. 19890 70 Ave. The Lianza family along with their neighbours do a great display every year. The whole street is lit up and is amazing to see. The lights come on at 4:30 and are on until 10 p.m. daily until the New Year. 16951 Jersey Drive in Cloverdale Though not in Langley, this
is a light display that cannot be missed. Dan and Andrea Bonneteau have thousands of lights and some of them are synchronized to music. There are dozens of Christmas characters and a beautiful Nativity scene. With their display the Bonneteaus are collecting donations for the Variety Club. 23924 68 Ave. Ron and Gladys Farmer invite you to enjoy their festive Christmas display, which includes music, a decorated barn and garage and 40 lighted trees. In addition, there are more than 100 lighted figures and 30,000plus lights. The display covers about an acre and includes a Santa and reindeer which appear to be floating on air. Nightly, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. until Jan. 1. Continued Page 41
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Times columnist’s work earns national award TWU professor of biology and ery weed has its benefits—in the environmental science and Lang- proper place, where God meant ley Times columnist David Clem- them to be,” Clements said. ents has received the Excellence “But when they’re not, that’s in Weed Science award from the the problem.” Canadian Weed Science Society. The Langley resident, who also The award recognizes those contributes a monthly column, whose conGreen Beat, tributions to The Times, have had a considers his major impact current reon weed scisearch to be ence or the the most inagricultural fluential of his industry in career. Canada. “I like to An interthink I’ve nationally tapped into recognized some serious expert on inweed issues vasive spewith global DAVID CLEMENTS cies ecology, implications environmenfor society,” tal ethics, and weed manage- he said. ment, Clements has long been In addition to his work at TWU, concerned with the relationship Clements has co-edited a book between weeds and climate on agro-ecology, written chapchange. ters on weed management and “Invasive species are a huge climate change, published more problem in the world,” he said. than 50 peer-reviewed papers, “Climate change can influence authored more than 80 conferhow weeds adapt and become ence presentations, and has been worse.” involved with the Canadian JourSince coming to TWU in 1994, nal of Plant Science, Pacific SciClements has taught numerous ence Journal, the Canadian Weed courses in ecology and plant bi- Science Society, the BC Chapter ology, including field courses on of the Soil and Water ConservaSaltspring Island and in Hawaii. tion Society, the Invasive Species As a professor, he is helping Council of BC, and several Fraser students become more aware of Valley organizations. all invasive species and how they Clements’ Ph.D. research focan be part of the solution. cused on mites but he was intro“No matter which weed it is, ev- duced to weed science by his col-
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Langley resident David Clements, who has taught at TWU since 1994, has been recognized with a national award for his work in weed science. league, Clarence Swanton. He has also collaborated with many other weed scientists, such as plant taxonomist Stephen Darbyshire and Cornell University’s Tony DiTommaso.
“When you are at a smaller university,” he said, “collaboration is the key to success.” Clements was nominated for the award by Dr. Mahesh K. Upadhyaya, professor of plant sci-
ence at the University of British Columbia. The award requires at least 10 years of active weed research, as well as personal contributions that impacted weed science or agriculture.
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Williams Park It’s sad but true and there are some real grinches out there. For the past two years thieves stole almost $10,000 worth of Christmas lights and extension cords from Williams Park and it looked like after 23 years the popular community event would have to be cancelled. Fortunately there are some really good people out there too. Things looked grim but the community came together to save Christmas in Williams Park. Once they heard it was to be cancelled, local businesses started donating extension cords and lights. One little girl in Walnut Grove named Sara Walmsley started a drive at her school to collect LED lights. The Christmas in Williams Park society is fundraising to replace what was stolen but more importantly the display is back on. A walking tour of the park has been replaced by a scenic drive. The display will run until Dec. 21, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Donations are gratefully accepted to help cover display maintenance costs. 4448 216 Street Last but certainly not least, Walt and Laurie Kirlik, and Kelsey & Cody too, invite everyone to drive by their light display as well. Nightly from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m until Jan. 1, there are thousands of lights to see and enjoy. Langley is rich when it comes to the many light displays to be seen. Some of the people responsible for this seasonal treat do it raise funds for charity and others do it to provide enjoyment for their neighbours. Their warm and caring hearts and the hard work they do to makes our community a beautiful one indeed. Visit one or all of them this Christmas season.
MARRIAGE CAN BE HARSH WHEN SEEN THROUGH A FIVE-YEAR-OLD’S EYES It was one of those days. Again. The house was in shambles, the preschooler had slapped the Kindergartener, the puppy pooped on the carpet — five times — and Mommy didn’t get a chance to shower or throw on a lick of makeup. As we sat around the dinner table that night inhaling Chinese takeout (again), our oldest daughter, Molly, dropped her fork, looked daddy dead in the eye and brought up the dreaded D-word. “Are you and mommy going to get a divorce?” she asked, raising a wee eyebrow and an egg roll. At that moment Jason turned to me, his look of exhaustion was quickly replaced by sheer amusement. “Now, why would you ask that?” he responded, stifling a laugh. “Well, your friends got a divorce and *so and so*... and well, just look at mommy,” she said, glancing over in my direction. “She always wears her pyjamas at dinner, never puts on makeup anymore and has her hair in that bun thing — again,” she said, rolling her eyes. Despite the fact that our little miss know-it-all was correct on all counts, she couldn’t be more off base. “Honey, mommy and daddy love each other — we’re never getting a divorce,” said Jason. “We’ll see...” said Molly “We’ll see?” asked Daddy. “Yep, we’ll see,” responded our lit-
tle pride and joy. week, I figured I’d probably While Jason and I may not never see him again. Well, show each other as much afwhoever said you can’t meet fection as we should in front Mr Right at a bar was oh-soof the girls, nor do I spend wrong. as much time in the mirror Yes, I’d still go off to college, as I did in my 20s (and that’s but would drive home alprobably a good thing), we’ve most every weekend, braving PINK never been more in love. treacherous driving condiYes, go ahead, cue the saptions. Jason would also come py music. up to see me every chance Kristyl Clark It was exactly 12 years ago he got — on a couple of occathis month that Jason got sions his Mustang convertdown on bended knee on the White ible almost went off the Coquihalla. Rock pier to propose. The flip side of being so crazy in The snow was gently falling from love at such a young age was the the sky and my future husband dramatic fights, jealousy, resentwas trembling — a combination of ment and poor spending choices nerves and the winter chill in the air. that would ensue. There were spilled I’m still surprised he didn’t drop the beers, tears — pretty much all the ring into the icy-cold water below us. trappings of a sad country song. But We were so young by today’s stan- no, I wouldn’t steal his truck, break dards — I was 21, he was 22 — really, his heart or take his dog. I had no business saying yes and he It has also been such an incredible was crazy for asking. experience to grow up together. JaAfter all, we had only started dat- son is no longer that young 20-someing four months prior when I picked thing with a backwards hat, baggy him up at a local karaoke bar.After jeans, double earrings on one side all, we had only started dating four and a cigarette hanging from his lips. months prior when I picked him up Today, he’s a 30-something devotat a local karaoke bar. I was new- ed husband and father who always ly single and full of liquid courage puts his three ladies and new fur when I sent a shot of tequila his way. baby first. Thankfully, he even sacri“Cheers, you’re hot,” I said, giving ficed his nasty smoking habit for me him my most seductive come hither — my only stipulation for walking down the aisle. look as we clinked glasses. There have been few rocky years In retrospect, it was probably more and I’ve been guilty of casually tosssloppy than sexy. Since I was headed for journalism ing around the D-word in the past, school in Kamloops the following but it’s a verb that has long since
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vanished from my vocabulary. I guess that’s why we were both so taken aback to hear it come straight from our bambina’s mouth. Yes, we’re broke, tired and thicker in the middle these days, but our relationship is stronger than ever. When both our girls are finally fast asleep and Tucker is tuckered out in the corner with a chew toy, we love to cuddle on the couch, share a bottle of wine and have marathon sessions of our favourite show while folding all the pink laundry. The very next morning while getting the girls ready for school, I snuck a smooch on daddy’s lips. “Yuck, that’s gross,” squealed Zoe, covering her eyes. Molly didn’t seem to share her three-year-old sister’s feelings about our little PDA session. “Aww, do it again!” she said, smiling from ear-to-ear. Perhaps we’re going to have to step up our game a bit — maybe I’ll even bust out my flat iron and swap my yoga pants for real clothes every now and then. However, I think we’ll leave that tequila bottle sealed or that mountain of laundry will go unfolded and those early mornings with the girls won’t be as charming. Kristyl Clark is a work-at-home mom who writes monthly for Black Press and is the founder of the family ‘blogazine’ ValleyMom.ca. She’s also a host of the online show Fraser Valley 5. Follow her on Twitter at @shesavalleymom and Facebook.
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Marcus Vela is hoping to bring a gold medal home for the holidays. Vela survived the final cuts last week, earning a spot on the Canada West roster for the World Junior A Challenge. “It is definitely a huge accomplishment and a huge honour,” said the 17-year-old on the phone from Calgary, following an early morning practice last week (Dec. 11). “Wearing that Maple Leaf is one of the proudest things I could have done. It is an honour to be selected to this team; a lot of work went into it.” The tournament — which features Canada West, Denmark and Russia in one pool and Canada East, Switzerland the United States in the other — began yesterday (Sunday) and runs until Dec. 20 in Kinderley, Sask. Vela is a second-year centre for the junior A Langley Rivermen, and he was one of three from the squad invited to the Canada West training camp in Calgary. The training camp ran Dec. 7 to 9, before the roster was announced. Defenceman Jake Kearley and goaltender Bo Didur didn’t make the final roster, and have rejoined the Rivermen for the final six games before the holiday break. And while it may have been nice to have Vela handy for the games — he is fourth on the team in scoring — the club is happy he is getting this opportunity. “Obviously it is an honour to wear the Maple Leaf,” said Rivermen head coach and general manager Bobby Henderson. “That is something that he will be able to take with him for the rest of his life. “We are thrilled for him from an organizational standpoint.” This is just the latest accomplishment for Vela, a second-year forward. In his rookie season with Langley, the forward put up 11 goals and 11 assists in 54 games. Despite being just 16 years old, Vela did earn himself a scholarship to New Hampshire. He won’t join the NCAA Division 1 hockey program until the 2016/17 season. Through the season’s first 28 games, Vela has already surpassed last year’s point total, with five goals and 19 assists. Vela said there is a big difference for him between years one and two in the league. “Coming in as a 16-year-old, you are just trying to learn the ropes, draw from some experience from the older guys and really learn how the league works,” he said.
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Langley Rivermen’s Marcus Vela chases a puck during a BCHL game earlier this season against the Nanaimo Clippers. Vela is in Kinderley, Sask. this week as part of the Canada West roster for the World Junior A Challenge. “And having that experience from last year really helps a lot; you have to work hard for a full 60 minutes every night, that is definitely what I learned.” Having his scholarship taken care of completes one goal Vela had entering the BCHL. “It was a big relief,” he said. “To have that happen was a tremendous honour and a privilege for me. I knew I could (now) just focus on the team aspect and getting better and better, both individually and as a team.” Vela described himself as a power forward, comfortable either on the wing — which he will play for Canada West — or as a centreman, his primary role with the Rivermen. “I like to drive pucks to the net, work hard in the corners,” he said.
There will be free hockey at the Langley Events Centre for the Langley Rivermen’s final three games of 2014. The junior A hockey is getting in the holiday spirit by providing free admission to their Thursday, Friday and Saturday games this weekend as part of the ‘Rivmas’
“Just try to outmuscle guys and be a force out there.” Vela, who is six-foot-two and 200 pounds, has proved to be an adept playmaker, as evidenced by his 19 assists. He downplayed his playmaker role, however, crediting “line-mates who can bury the puck.” Henderson raved about Vela’s work level and attitude. “You get an honest effort from him every night,” he said. “You know what you are going to get: he works both ends of the rink, he does all the little things well, he is willing to sacrifice his body to win, he has good offensive ability, skates well. “He is just a good all around player and person.” The biggest difference from last
celebrations. “We have always tried to lead the BCHL in new creative promotions and this one will certainly benefit the people of Langley,” said Rivermen director of operations Taylor Henderson. “The holiday season can be a tough time for many and
season to this is Vela’s maturation and confidence. “He knows he is a pretty important part of our hockey club now and is starting to assert himself,” Henderson said. “I think he is really starting to believe in himself.” Vela is determined to use his experiences at the World Junior A Challenge when he returns to Langley. He will re-join the team in the new year as the Rivermen are off after this weekend until Jan. 2. “I am going to take all my experiences playing for Canada (and) it is going to help me as a person and a player,” Vela said. Vela, who is eligible for the 2015 NHL entry draft, was on the most recent NHL Central Scouting players to watch list.
this is a way for our team to give something back to the community, while providing family entertainment during a stressful time of the year.” The team plays Prince George, Powell River and Victoria. All three games begin at 7 p.m. In addition to the free tick-
ets, each fan will receive a $5 voucher for food or merchandise to use during the game. “We encourage the people of Langley to come out and enjoy an evening or three on us, while experiencing junior hockey in their hometown,” Henderson said.
Rivermen stretch win streak to four games A season-high fourgame winning streak has the Langley Rivermen in second place. The Rivermen beat the Cowichan Valley Capitals 3-2 before sweeping a home-andhome series against the Surrey Eagles, winning 6-2 and 6-5 in BCHL junior A hockey action over the weekend. Langley also beat Surrey 7-4 last week to improve to 18-11-14 and 41 points in the BCHL’s Mainland Division. The first three games were at the Langley Events Centre, while the weekend finale was Sunday afternoon at the South Surrey Arena. Ben Butcher led the way in the final two games with three points on Saturday night and two goals on Sunday. The Rivermen trailed 4-3 early in the third period on Sunday before scoring three straight to take the lead for good. Langley rookies Erik Udahl (two assists) and Justin Szeto (one goal, one assist) both continued their hot play of late. Kevan Kilistoff scored his team-leading 15th goal of the season, while Gage Torrel’s goal and an assist pulls him into a tie with Kilistoff atop the Rivermen scoring race. Darren Martin picked up the victory with 26 saves. The other two victories came with Bo Didur in goal as he stopped 22 shots in the first game and 29 the next night. Langley was down 2-0 to the Capitals but after Szeto cut the lead to 2-1 late in the first, Jake Kearley and Colton Kehler scored in the middle period for the 3-2 final score.
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’Cats Chevrier joins Clan Nicole Chevrier is staying relatively close to home for her post-secondary volleyball career. Chevrier, the captain of the Brookswood Bobcats for all five high school seasons, has signed her national letter of intent to join Burnaby’s SFU Clan for the 2015 season. The six-foot-two middle blocker was named an all-star this past season as the ’Cats came fourth at the Fraser Valley senior girls AAA championships. It was the third straight year she was named a Fraser Valley all-star. “I was attracted to SFU because of its combination of great academics and great volleyball, and the fact that it was close to home,” Chevrier said. “And after I met (coach) Gina Schmidt and the players and
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Nicole Chevrier will suit up for the SFU Clan next year after signing her national letter of intent to join the women’s volleyball program. Chevrier has captained the Brookswood Bobcats the past five years, as well as playing at the club level with the Fraser Valley Volleyball Club Blitz.
Chung, Kim shine for Olympians at two meets Michael Chung took top spot in the boys’ 10-year-old category over the weekend. Chung and eight other Langley Olympians Swim Club members were competing at the meet hosted by the Vancouver Pacific Swim Club at the UBC Aquatic Centre. The meet was for those 10 and under. Chung was first in two of his events (50 back, 50 free) and second in two others (200IM, 50 fly) to accumulate enough points to win the age group title. Two other Olympian swimmers also cracked the top eight for their respective age group titles. John Park was sixth overall in the boys’ 10-year-old group. He did achieve personal bests in all of his events and a provincial AA qualifying time in the 50 fly. Luke Stewart-Beinder, also 10, was eighth overall, with a third-place finish in the 50 fly, also earning his provincial AAA qualifying time in the process.
And Brooklyn Swaan, 10, was fourth in the girls’ 50 breast event. The Olympians also had a contingent of swimmers in Victoria as the 11 and older group hit the water for the Pacific Coast Swimming Christmas Cracker Invitational. The meet was attended by 25 swim clubs with Langley placing eighth overall. Tw e l v e - y e a r - o l d Joshua Kim led the way with a phenomenal showing, winning six gold medals and setting new club records in all in the
process. He was tops in the 50, 100 and 200 free, the 100 breast and the 200 and 400 IM. He was also second in the 200 free. Bailey Herbert, 12, had personal bests in all her races, winning the 200 breast, placing second in the 50 breast and 800 free and third in the 100 breast. She also broke the club record in the 50 fly and gained a Canadian age group national time in the process. And Robyn Nakano, 15, was second in the 15 and over 100 fly event.
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Kosterman, Theodore aiming for Team Canada He may still be in his teens, but Langley’s Jack Kosterman is in contention for a spot on the 2015 Canadian senior men’s national wheelchair basketball team. The 16-year-old Kosterman is in Scarborough at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre from Dec. 14 to 19 for the training camp. Twenty-one athletes have been invited to tryout for the team. The senior men’s national team will represent Canada at the 2015 Parapan American Games in August in Toronto. It will be a qualification tournament for the 2016 Paralympic Summer Games in Rio de Janiero, Brazil. Kosterman is also representing Team B.C. at the 2015 Canada Winter Games in Prince George. He also plays for the Seattle Sonics of the National Wheelchair Basketball Association. ••• Aldergrove’s Shea Theodore is off to Toronto in hopes of landing a spot with the Canadian junior hockey team. Theodore, a defenceman with the
Western Hockey League’s Seattle Thunderbirds, is among the 29 players invited to attend the camp. It begins Dec. 11 with the final roster of 22 players set to be named on Dec. 25. The 2015 International Ice Hockey Federation world junior championships are being co-hosted by Toronto and Montreal from Dec. 26 to Jan. 5. Canada has 10 defencemen in camp with seven expected to make the roster. The 19-year-old Theodore was a first round draft pick (26th overall) of the Anaheim Ducks in the 2013 NHL entry draft. In 10 games with Seattle this season, he has two goals and six assist. Theodore had hurt his elbow in training camp with the Ducks and he played five games with Anaheim’s AHL affiliate, the Norfolk Admirals, registering three goals and two assists before joining Seattle. Last season, he was the Thunderbirds’ top scorer with 22 goals and 79 points in 70 games.
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It didn’t take long for the diapers to hit the ice on Saturday night at the Langley Events Centre for the Langley Rivermen game against the Surrey Eagles. Jake Kearley scored 38 seconds into the game — a 6-2 Rivermen victory — and the fans celebrated by throwing packages of diapers on the ice. Members of the Langley Figure Skating Club synchro team collected the diapers for the Basics for Babies program.
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The Langley Knights saw their three-game win streak come to an end as they surrendered four unanswered goals against the Ridge Meadows Flames. The Knights were up 3-1 after one period against the Flames on Thursday (Dec. 11) at the George Preston Recreation Centre in PJHL junior B hockey, but Ridge Meadows scored twice in the second and then twice more 28 seconds apart early in the third. Langley lost despite a 43-21 advantage in shots as Flames goalie Kurt Klimek — who is from Langley — delivered a 40-save performance. Levi De Waal, Colin Catchpole and Tristan Craighead had the Knight goals. Craighead scored twice the game before as Langley beat the Aldergrove Kodiaks 6-5 the night before at the Aldergrove Arena. The second of his goals put the team up 6-2 early in the third and
that proved to be the difference as Aldergrove scored three times in the period and outshot Langley 15-2 in the final 20 minutes. The Knights’ Nickolas Trenciansky finished with 38 saves for the victory. Jackson Surbey scored twice while Carson Rose and Mitchell Biermann had the other goals while Jacob Fricks and Alex Kalau each had three assists and Catchpole had a pair of helpers. The Knights lead the Harold Brittain Conference with a record of 15-11-1-1 and 32 points, two better than Aldergrove. Langley hosts the Kodiaks on Thursday at the Preston Centre. The Knights also visited the Richmond Sockeyes last night (Monday) after The Times’ press deadline. ••• The Kodiaks bounced back from their loss to Langley with a 6-4 win over the Port Moody Panthers
on Saturday night at the Port Moody Arena for their sixth win in their past seven games. The teams were tied at four in the third period but Elvis Janssons and Wyatt Versluis scored power play goals a few minutes apart for the victory. The Kodiaks power play went 5-for-12 in the game. Quinncy Leroux, Alex Callegari, Cameron Davitt and Joshua Poitras had the other Kodiak goals. In the team’s 6-5 loss to Langley earlier in the week, Jordan Funk led the way with two goals. Aaron Markin, Noah Wallinger and Davitt had the other goals. The Kodiaks host the North Vancouver Wolf Pack tomorrow (Wednesday) before facing the Knights on Thursday. Aldergrove is 12-9-2-4 with 30 points, tied for second in the PJHL’s Harold Brittain Conference, and two points back of Langley.
Trio honoured with monthly awards A pair of Trinity Western Spartans teammates have been honoured as the B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League’s players of the month. PJ Buys was named the player of the month for November — which included the weekend of Dec. 4 and 5 — after
scoring 11 points. That included back-to-back four-point games. The rookie sits fourth in league scoring with six goals and 20 points in a dozen games. And Silas Matthys was named the league’s top goaltender for the month, going 3-0-0-1
with a 1.71 goals against average and a .949 save percentage. He leads the league with eight victories and also had a league-best .926 save percentage. He is tied for the best goals against average at 2.48. Simon Fraser’s Adam Callegari was named
rookie of the month. The Langley Minor Hockey product missed most of October, playing in just two games. But in eight games last month, the rookie had a dozen points. He sits second on the Clan in scoring with 14 points in 10 games.
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JANZE, Anton (Tony) Passed away peacefully on December 10th, 2014 at the age of 99. Predeceased by his wife Mary Janze. Loving and missing him are his daughter, sons, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Our dad/grandfather lived his life guided by his faith. He will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts. Evening prayers will be held at 6:00pm on Sunday, Dec 21st at Burquitlam Funeral Home, 625 North Rd, Coquitlam. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00am on Monday, Dec 22nd at Sts Joachim and Ann Catholic Church, 2823 273rd St, Aldergrove. Burial to take place between 2:30-3:00pm on Monday, Dec 22nd at the Surrey Centre Cemetery, 16671 Old McLellan Rd, Surrey In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the Covenant House Vancouver.
DUCHNYCZ, Sharon (nee Fuhr) Dec. 28, 1944 - Dec. 8, 2014 Loving wife, wonderful mom, amazing grandma, sister, good friend and dedicated family person, died peacefully on Monday, December 8th, surrounded by the family she so dearly loved. She is survived by her husband of more than 50 years, Murray, daughter Cathryn (Chris), son Michael (Kerry) and grandsons Kai and Max, whom she deeply loved. Those of us who were lucky enough to know and love her, are much better for it. A Celebration of Sharon’s life will take place on Saturday, December 20th at 2pm at the Valley View Funeral Home, Arbor Chapel, 14660 - 72nd Avenue, Surrey, BC. We wish to give our heartfelt thank you to everyone at Czorny Alzheimer’s Centre. We are also forever grateful to those at Poppy Place Cottage who cared so dearly for Sharon. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be greatly appreciated.
WILMSHURST, Ronald A. 1936 - 2014 Ron passed away peacefully at home in Langley on December 3rd 2014 after an 8 year battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joan, his sons Geoff, John, and Peter, grandchildren, Jake, Carmen, Simon, Severin and Sebastian and his brothers, Ted, Bruce, and Brian. Ron graduated from Langley Junior/Senior High while living with his aunt, the late Dr. Amy Wilmshurst. Upon retiring from Canada Trust he returned to Langley in 1996, pursuing his love of gardening, tennis, hiking and bridge. The family is grateful for the outstanding medical care from the Abbotsford Regional Hospital Oncologists and “chemo room” nurses, Fraser Health Home Care, and family physician Dr. Don McDonald. A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, December 22 at Hazelmere Golf and Tennis Club, Surrey from 1-3 pm. Donations can made be made to The BC Cancer Foundation or Covenant House.
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PICKARD, Beatrice Clara June 17, 1926 - Dec. 6, 2014 Bea passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6 at the Kiwanis Care Centre in North Vancouver after a long illness. Dear mother of Judy (Tony), Jeff (Terry), John (Becky), Scott (Gail) and Ross (Jody), as well as nine grandchildren: Jordon, Devon, Andrew, Leanne, Laura, Sarah, Blake, Claire, Kyle and three great-grandchildren Kaitlyn, Joshua and Jacob. Also survived by her siblings Karl (Eileen) and Dolly of Ontario, Rose (Paul) of Kelowna and Pat (Wanda) of Calgary, and many nieces and nephews from across Canada. Predeceased by her parents Wilfred and Louisa Fortney, sister Doreen of Ontario and her husband of 54 years Ray in 2009. Born in Hanover, Ontario, Bea moved to British Columbia in the ‘50s where she met and married Ray in 1955. They settled on the North Shore in 1962 and were active members of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. After more than 30 years on the North Shore, Bea and Ray moved to the Walnut Grove area of Langley in 1994 where they were founding members of St. Nicholas Parish. Bea was an active curler and golfer and was always sewing and knitting. She loved Christmas and spent many hours decorating and baking to make it a special time (even hiding baking in the BBQ to keep it from the boys!). As a family, we dedicate this Christmas to her. The family would like to thank Dr. Annette McCall, the staff at Kiwanis Care Centre, and Zahra from Bayshore for the excellent care given to Bea. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, December 17th, at 11:00 am at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 2725 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver. Reception to follow. Internment at the Gardens of Gethsemani at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Parkinson Society BC (www.parkinson.bc.ca) would be appreciated.
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SunSelect Produce Limited Partnership operation is looking for steady, hardworking, energetic individuals that are able to do plant care, harvesting, sorting grading & packaging and general cleanup and workday preparations. The positions advertised are full time permanent positions for all seasons. Job Location: 349 - 264th St Aldergrove BC V4W 2K1 Wage $10.49/hr plus AD&D benefits. Positions available immediately. English language not required. To apply submit resume: sunselectproducejobs @gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656
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.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
GREENHOUSE LABOURER
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
The job requires the preparation of different reports for customers, entering customer pickups, data entry, and various other related tasks. The hours for this position are a guarantee of at least 6 hours a day Monday through Friday. Applicants should have strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills, the capability of prioritizing and organizing your work, and the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Commercial Trailer Journeyman Mechanic
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
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Marketing Sales
The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a persuasive manner (previous sales experience preferred, but not essential), is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Training is provided. Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. The News and Mission Record combines a salary/benefits package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff. Please send your application in confidence to: Don Barbeau Advertising Manager 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: donb@abbynews.com Closing Date: Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
Full Time SMALL ENGINE TECHNICIAN required immed for busy lawn & garden repair shop in Chilliwack. Experience and certified in Stihl & Husqvarna an asset. Benefits available & wages negotiable. E-mail resume to: gary@cascademarine.com
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Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic
(Surrey Terminal)
(Surrey Terminal) Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM.
Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers. Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889
Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers.
Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
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This is a full-time position at the Surrey location. • Applicant must have service counter experience. • Applicant should also have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. • Excellent communication skills, a pleasant manner, good customer relations and working under pressure are a must.
Interested applicants can fax resume : 604-888-4749 Attn. Annish Singh ars@cullendiesel.com Only short listed will be contacted
The Abbotsford News and Mission Record, two of Canada’s leading community newspapers, have openings for a Sales Consultant. This is a career opportunity for a results-driven individual. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to existing clients while successfully prospecting new business in two of the Fraser Valley’s fastest growing markets.
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Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Trailer Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road.
Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or Fax 604 587-9889
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TIM HORTONS
Apply in person w/resume: A5, 19327 94th Ave, Surrey
Maintenance Repair Tech Re’d immediately with experience. Jobs will vary in location and size, mostly inside. Must be flexible, well groomed, friendly, exc customer service skills, self starter, minimal supervision. Must have good knowledge of power tools, wood work, tiling, painting etc. Must have own truck and baisc tools. Contractors need only apply, WCB and liability insurance as you will be working on commercial sites. Email resume: hcsinc1979@hotmail.com
HELP WANTED
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Req. F/T for a BC Greenhouse Builders (not a nursery). Established in 1951, a manufacturing company in Port Kells. Hours Mon.-Fri. 7:00a.m. – 3:00p.m.
FARM WORKERS
FIELD Nursery Workers Needed: Cedar Rim Nursery in Langley is accepting applications for employment starting Feb. 1st. No exp. nec.Duties: planting, digging trees, and weeding. Must be willing to work full shifts outside in any weather. Hvy lifting, bending and reaching required.6 positions available Starting wage is $10.49/hr full time apply at fieldworkers@hotmail.ca. 7024 Glover Road, Langley, BC.
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Delivery Drivers
With industrial type vehicles only. Vehicle must hold 5000 papers . NO MINI-VANS. • Twice weekly: Tuesday & Thursday • Pick up newspapers from our warehouse • Deliver newspapers to our carriers
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VOLUNTEERS
BECOME A VOLUNTEER LITERACY or MATH TUTOR and help a child who is struggling to learn! You must have excellent English and/or math skills, and enjoy working with children. Tutoring locations in both Surrey & Langley. Extensive training provided. Surrey information sessions held on either Monday, January 5th or Tuesday, January 6th at 7 PM the Learning Disabilities Association office, #201 - 13766 - 72 Ave. Langley information session held on Wednesday, January 7th at 7 PM at Douglas Park School, 5409-206 St. Langley Pre-register at 604-591-5156. Info: www.Ldafs.org
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LANGLEY quiet, clean, spacious 2 bdrm, nr amens & transit. Incl 4 appls, hotwater & prkg. Avail Jan. 1, 2015. N/S, N/P. Res Mgr. 604-5341114 on weekends. 778-808-8749.
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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
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SUSSEX PLACE APTS CALL FOR NEW SPECIALS
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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
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Clean Bach, 1 & 2 Bdrm suites Heat & Hot Water included
NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.245.9069
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GOLDEN DOODLE puppies, born Nov. 29. Mom is a sml reg. Golden & Dad is a sml Std Poodle (both 50 lbs). We have bred this litter special to create ideal family companions (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, people pleasers, happy indoors/outdoors, good with kids/animals, and low/no shed). Our dogs are part of our home/life and we wish the same for our pups. Please consider the time/commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support & guidance for life. 1st Shots/deworming. $1200. Ph: 604-820-4827
Yorkshire Terrier to re-home, 4 yr old intact female, CKC reg, champion lines, serious inquires only $1000. (604)858-9758
Vacant Pad 55+. 1 Small pet, for new SRI single or double from $79,888. Chuck 604-830-1960
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS Gutters • Concrete Forming • Framing- Exterior Siding
Residential & Commercial Insured, Bonded,Warranty Provided Jeff 604-720-6244 for an Estimate Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
SUNDECKS
SAMCON BUILDING. Complete reno’s & additions. Over 25 yrs exp. Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com
MISC. FOR SALE
MOVING EVERYTHING MUST GO
MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
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PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
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Palliser leather sofa and love, Canadian made, 100% top grain leather, dark brown, hardwood frame, removable cushion, excellent condition ... $1650. Queen size bedroom suite, all wood, mahogany colour, bed frame, padded headboard, 2 nightstands, tall boy chest of drawers, large dresser & mirror, like new ... $1200. Sealy Posturepedic box spring and mattress ... $650. Lamps, coffee and end tables, desk, bookcase TV Stand, decor items, pictures, mirrors, dishes etc.
2 bdrm, 2 lvl Apt 1.5 BA, 5 Appls In-suite lndry/deck Secure prkg. N/P, N/S. Walking dist. to Safeway. $990/mo.
White Rock - FANTASTIC OCEAN VIEW HOME FOR RENT 15444 Royal Ave. 3 bdrm, 2 baths, 2185 sq/ft living space. All appls incl. N/S. Longterm lease. Avail Jan 1st. Ref’s req’d. $3000/mo. Call for more info 604-351-7487.
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BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces available at 208th Street and 40th Ave. Sizes 7002100 s.f. $1500 - $4500. Call Frank @ Noort Investments 604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604.
2000 LINCOLN LS, fully equipped, 187,000 kms, $2150. MOVING MUST SELL. Phone 604-719-7016
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HOMES FOR RENT
Aldergrove, 3 bdrm house, 1.5 baths, garage, avail now. $1700 incl utils. 604-618-7320, 778-889-6970
BOATS
ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED 10’, 12’ or 14’ with or without motor or trailer. Will pay cash 778-237-3494
TRANSPORTATION
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ALDERGROVE 2721 LeFevre Rd. Lge 5 bdrm rancher 3 bath, dbl garage. $1500. Now. N/P. 604-7108914 / 604-728-8110.
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CLAYTON HTS large bright 2 bdrm suite, approx 1100 s/f. Ns/np. $950 incl utils/cable/laund.778-713-0013.
Phone 604-530-1912
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WALNUT GROVE; 1 Bdrm suite, sep entry. No lndry, no pets. $750 incl hydro/net.Dec15. 778-320-3487
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2003 CHEVY AVALANCHE. Great condition, runs well, very clean inside & out. Champagne colour $6,950. Call 604-768-4826
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CARS - DOMESTIC
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LANGLEY 202/53A, 2 BDRM apt, $925/mo, quiet complex, no pets. Call 604-539-0217
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LANGLEY CITY 1-bdrm apt. Clean, crime free bldg. Incl. heat, n/p, refs. req’d. $715. 604-530-6384.
LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A FREE: heat, h/w, cable TV, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED
2010 VENZA: Like new, only 20,000 kms, fully loaded, automatic, 6 cylinder, dvd system. $22,800. 604-575-5555.
Villa Fontana & Stardust
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Walnut Grove - large 2200 sq.ft. 4 bdrm. + den on 1 acre. Partially furnished. Dbl. garage. S/S appli. gas fireplace, large family room. N/S. Requires no yard work. $2400 per month. Avail. Dec. 22. 8650 217A Street. Louise 604-888-2226.
5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility. Includes heat & 1 parking stall. No pets
Call 604-530-5646 or 604-230-3903
Phone - 604-719-7016 STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
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HO MODEL RAILROAD ESTATE SALE. Engines, buildings, box cars & accessories. Too much to list. 604-856-2347
CLEANING SERVICES
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*4 SNOW TRUCK TIRES & RIMS: LT26575R16. *8’ ‘09 GMC Canopy. *Four 17” Touareg WV Wheels Call for info: 604-856-6198.
CHRISTINE’S CLEANING. Reas. & Honest. You won’t be disappointed. References. Call 604-328-3733.
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Panorama Ridge - Ocean Views *3 Bdrm fully reno’d house on half acre, nice quiet area, avail now, n/s. *7 Bdrm house on one acre in nice peaceful area, avail now, n/s. Call for more info 604-351-9390.
ALDERGROVE; 1 Bdrm suite with lndry. $650 incl util. NP/NS. Avl now 604-856-5511, 1-778-970-1313
LANGLEY, central. Clean 3 bdrm. Recent upgrades. Family friendly. Large fenced yard. Laundry Cls to shopping, schools & park. Avail now. N/P. $950+util. 604-727-3891
TRUCKS & VANS
OCEAN Park 3 bdrm, 2 bath home. 1900 sqf. Great location. NS. $2100 per month. Avail. Feb 1st. Call Matt 604-834-7722
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New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $79,888. Chuck 604-830-1960
Yorkshire Terrier, 10 week old male Shots & dewormed. Vet checked Black & tan. $900. 604-828-2806
851 .Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.
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New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $94,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $69,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.
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Spacious, well maintained 2 bdrm units in a clean, quiet, very central highrise. 2 Min walk to Central City Skytrain, mall & SFU. Across from new Surrey City Hall. No Pets. $827/mo - $847. Shared purchase req’d. Call: 604-583-2122 or email: maycoop@shawbiz.ca
Aldergrove SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, full renod, new siding/ windows, rent $3400. $579K or $295K each side. 604-807-6565
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5400 ~ 204 St. 2 bdrm suite ($900/mo) 1 bdrm suite ($790/mo) Heat, H/W, cable incl, in a adult-oriented building. N/S,N/P.
ALDERGROVE: 3215- 266A St. 3 Bdrm bsmt entry home. Owner Motivated to sell, $379,900. 778-878-1586 / 604-319-0762
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Faith Community Christmas Brookswood Baptist Church
“Therefore, the Lord Himself will give you a sign. The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” Isaiah 7:14
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hroughout Langley, the churches join with the community to celebrate the Christmas Season. For the faith community the Christmas season is one of the holiest times on the Christian Calendar and while Christians and people of faith exchange gifts and celebrate, it is also a time of preparation for the coming of their Savior, Jesus Christ. The four week period leading up to Christmas is called Advent. The word comes from the Latin and means 'waiting' or 'coming' and Christians use this time to prepare their hearts and homes for Christmas. Nuby Lilianne Fuller, merous candle light services Langley Times held on Christmas Eve provide Contributor a time of reflection, peace and hope. Read on for a church service or event near you. "In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. And everyone went to his own town to register. So Joseph went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea to Bethlehem the town of David because he belonged to the house and line of David." Luke 2:1-4
On December 21st Brookswood Baptist will hold its Sunday service at 10:00 a.m. On December 14th the church will have a special CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS MUSICAL with two services, one at 9:15 and the other at 10:45. Christmas Eve will feature a candlelight service at 6:00pm. It will be a wonderful time to celebrate the Light of the world in the darkness of winter. To welcome the New Year, the church will host a Family Skate Night on January 3rd from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the George Preston Centre. The event is free but there will be a fee to rent the skates and helmets for the children. Brookswood Baptist Church is located at 20581 - 36 Avenue. "He went there to register with Mary who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them at the inn." Luke 2:4- 7
The Salvation Army - Langley South The Salvation Army is again hosting its annual Christmas dinner at the Gateway of Hope Shelter. (5787 Langley By-Pass) This event will take place on Friday December 19th at noon. This is a community dinner and everyone is welcome. And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not
be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people". Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord" Luke 2: 8-10
Southgate Church On December 12th Southgate Church will join with the congregations of Brookswood Baptist, Southridge Church, Christian Live Assembly, and Jericho Ridge to bring Christmas Carols, hot chocolate and chili to McBurney Plaza from 6 - 7:30 p.m. On December 21st Southgate will hold its Christmas services with a matinee at 3:00 p.m. Christmas Eve service will be at 6:00 p.m. Southgate Church is located at 120-5501-204 Street. Telephone is 604-5327769. "Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you, he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you. You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger." Luke 2: 11
North Langley Community Church joined with Christians around the world and took part in a movement called the Advent Conspiracy. – a plan to take back Christmas from today's consumer-crazed culture. Instead of buying more, getting more and consuming more the members of the congregation were challenged to find ways to spend less, give more, truly worship Jesus and have time to love others. Practical generosity, locally and globally, demonstrates the true heart of Christmas. The church will host three Christmas Eve Services at 3:30 pm, 5:00 and 6:30 pm. Everyone is welcome! North continued on page 20
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continued from page 19 Langley Church is located at 21015 - 96 Avenue. Regular church services throughout the year are 8:00 a.m., 9:45 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome! "Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests." Luke 2: 11-14
Home Church Langley This church meets at Nicomekl School and this year their Christmas service will be on Sunday, December 21st at 10:00 a.m. Looking forward into the New Year, Home Church Langley will offer the Alpha series, Women Encouraging Women, New Christians class, Divorce care and many other small groups. For more information call Pastor Jim Moerman at 604-514-4663. 'When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened which the Lord has told us about." Luke 2:15
Southridge Fellowship Baptist Church Southridge Fellowship Baptist church has been in Murrayville since 1996. Located at 22756 - 48 Avenue, church services are at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. On Christmas Eve there will be two traditional candlelight services, one at 5:00 and another at 6:30 p.m. In addition congregation members will be caroling in McBurney Plaza on December 5 and December 19th from 6:00 - 7:30. "So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen them, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child. And all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them." Luke 2: 16-18
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Living Waters Church The church is located at 9095 Glover Road in Fort Langley. Celebrating the season of Advent leading up to Christmas the church will be holding regular Christmas services with four very special messages based on the theme Let There Be Light. Services are at 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 and 6:30. December 14th features The Light is Bright and the evening service will be a Children's service. On December 21st the series continues with 'This Little Light of Mine', This year Living Waters will hold four traditional candlelight services on Christmas Eve at 3:30, 4:45, 6:00 and 7:15 pm The people walking in darkness have seen a great light, on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned.....Isaiah 9:2
United Churches of Langley The United Churches of Langley have two sites, the Murrayville site (once known as Sharon United) and St. Andrews/Fort Langley. On December 21st the Murrayville site during their regular 10:30 service will present a special Christmas Choir Cantata. At 4:00 p.m. the same day there will be a service at the Fort Langley site as well and its theme will be Solace at Solstice, a Longest Night Service. At the Murrayville site on December 23rd there will be a contemplative Celtic service at 7:00 p.m. On Christmas Eve, the Murrayville site will host an all ages worship service at 6:00 p.m., In Fort Langley there will be a candlelight service with carols and communion and at 10:00 p.m. the Murrayville site will also hold a candlelight service with carols and communion. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulders, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
Christian Life Assembly Christian Life Assembly has three Christmas Eve Services, 3 PM, 4:30 PM and 6 PM. The church invites everyone to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. On New Year's Eve Christian Life Assembly has an exciting service to enter into the new year. It begins at 10:30 PM on December 31st and concludes at midnight. For more information, call 604-530-7344 All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son and they will call him Immanuel which means "God with us" Matthew 1:22-23 Langley's faith community celebrates Christmas in many ways and they share the commonality of providing food for the body, mind and soul. A holy time for Christians, the Christmas spirit is abundant in Langley. Langley's Faith Community wishes everyone a very meaningful and Merry Christmas.
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or many people, the holiday season has not truly begun until the music synonymous with this festive time of year has hit the airwaves. Few things can make a person feel as festive as the holiday songs they know and love. Billboard, which tracks the music industry's most popular songs, compiled its own list and the following are the 10 most popular songs based on those parameters. 10. "Happy Xmas (War is Over)," by John Lennon: This song debuted in 1971 and was written by Lennon and his wife, Yoko Ono. Performed with the Harlem Community Choir, the song was originally a protest song about the Vietnam War before it eventually became a Christmas standard. 9. "Christmas Eve (Sarajevo 12/24)," by Trans-Siberian Orchestra: According to Nielsen, this instrumental mash-up of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" and "Carol of the Bells" is one of the best-selling Christmas digital singles in SoundScan history. A combination of full, classical orchestra and rock, "Christmas Eve" is a memorable and powerful piece of music. 8. "White Christmas," by Bing Crosby: Crosby crooned this tune in 1942 in the movie of the same name, and Irving Berlin's song soon became one of the most popular holiday tunes of all time. It has been covered innumerable times and has become a holiday season standard. 7. "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year," by Andy Williams: This popular Christmas song was written by Edward Pola and George Wyle in 1963. The song celebrates the traditions and feelings of the Christmas season. 6. "Feliz Navidad," by Jose Feliciano: This Spanish-English pop song is recognized by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers as one of the 25 most-played
and recorded Christmas songs around the world. Puerto-Rican born Feliciano has said that the song has always been a bridge to the cultures that are so dear to him. 5. "A Holly Jolly Christmas," by Burl Ives: This song was written by Johnny Marks, an American songwriter. Ironically, Marks was Jewish, but he specialized in Christmas songs and wrote many of the holiday standards people love, including this upbeat tune and “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.” 4. “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire),” by Nat King Cole: Believe it or not, this song was actually written in the summer when composers Bob Wells and Mel Torme were trying to cool off with winter imagery. Snow-covered images and phrases eventually turned into lyrics for this popular song that was most memorably recorded by Nat King Cole. 3. “Jingle Bell Rock,” by Bobby Helms: This song has been performed by many, but Helms’ version of the is perhaps the best known. The song highlights the crossover style known as “rockabilly” and merges the classic “Jingle Bells” with rock n’ roll references of the 1950s. 2. “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” by Brenda Lee: Brenda Lee was a chart-topping female vocalist of the 1960s who owes much of her success to this beloved holiday classic. Despite the mature sound of her voice, Lee recorded this version when she was only 13 years old. 1. “All I Want for Christmas is You,” by Mariah Carey: This up-tempo love song has become a Christmas classic and one of Carey’s most popular hits. She cowrote and coproduced the song with Walter Afansieff. It is one of the few, modern, original Christmas songs to stand the test of time and become an official Christmas standard.
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hen it comes to the holidays, it's not always easy to let one's heart be merry and light. For some marshmallow toasting, mistletoe-ing and plenty of cheer may be far from mind. Whether it's due to the loss of a loved one, lack of funds, living far away from friends and family or a health ailment, it's tempting to turn into a humbug during the winter months. Rather than miss all the fa-la-la-la fun, give yourself the ultimate gift – a big dose of holiday spirit Here are just six ways to get into the holiday spirit so you can enjoy the season and all the annual traditions that go along with it.
knows, you may come away from the experience with a friend or two – perhaps even a date for New Years Eve.
of Langley and Township recreation guides. Also, be sure to check out the Langley Seniors Resource Society, where there are hundreds of activities and programs for people age 50 and over.
4. Spend Time with Youngsters Experience the wonder and the magic of the holidays again by seeing it through a child's eyes. If your child bearing years have long since passed, invite your grandchildren over for a visit – even take them for the day if you're feeling brave. Spend time looking through photo albums of holidays' passed, share traditions like holiday baking or make a craft together.
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Nothing fizzles one's holiday spirit quicker than fighting for a parking spot, maneuvering through crowded stores or waiting in endless lines. Rather than brave the madness, consider shopping first thing in the morning or later in the evening. For those who are digitally inclined, there's the option of shopping from your own home thanks to the World Wide Web. Some stores even offer personal delivery services for seniors. Alternately, you could seek out help from a personal shopper or seniors' assistant service.
Even just the smallest gesture can really go a long way in improving another person's sense of well-being. While you may not be feeling the holiday spirit just yet, there are plenty of opportunities out there to spread cheer to others. If knitting is your cup of tea, consider making toques or scarves for friends, family members – or, donate them to a local shelter. And for those who enjoy baking, make a batch of goodies a surprise your neighbour with the sweet tooth. But if you aren't handy in the kitchen or crafty, don't sweat it. Something as simple as a hug or making someone laugh can also go a long way. After all, you know what they say – laughter is the best medicine. Warning: joy is infectious.
6. Ask for Help Whether it's to pick up a few items at the store or just to lend an ear, asking for assistance from friends, family and neighbours can help those feeling isolated, especially during the holidays. Also, don't be afraid to connect with a local support group in your area if you're feeling blue this Christmas.
2. Volunteer A sure fire way to get into the holiday spirit is to volunteer. From visiting with patients in a hospital or care home to lending shovelling your elderly neighbour's driveway, there are endless ways to give back. In addition to the satisfaction that comes with doing a good deed, it's a great opportunity to mix and mingle with like-minded people in your community. And who
3. Community Events When it comes to holiday events in the Langleys, there is certainly no shortage of things to do for all ages. Check out the Tourism Langley website for upcoming events – activities are also listed in the City
And there you have it – six ways to make the season brighter. While sadness during the holiday season is a relatively normal experience for some, it's important to seek a skilled professional if you or someone you know has notices symptoms of depression.
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become obsolete. He knew that it was time to do something else. That something else came to him on a flight home from Taipei where he had traveled to purchase architectural tools. He wanted to do something that wouldn't become obsolete and he liked the idea of a board game. An avid Cribbage player it was natural that what he created would be related to the card game he enjoyed so much and in 1998 King Cribbage, his first board game was born. This game is very popular and since its inception has sold over a quarter of a million units. Criblets is based on the original Kings Cribbage with several new innovative features. Cowley learned that cribbage players are more receptive to derivatives of cribbage if the board game includes real playing cards and a real peg-board so he incorporated continued on page 29
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continued from page 28 these items into the game. Over the past 12 years Cowley has developed nine board games and describes Criblets as his best effort. "It's the best one I ever made," he said. He is confident that with the Criblets game pieces, a deck of playing cards, a cribbage peg board, cribbage pegs for four players and a 12 x 18 board that folds down compactly will make the new game very popular. Also the first 5000 games are designated to be collectors’ editions. Criblets is a high quality product with a solid wood cribbage peg board and durable cards. The playing cards sit in a spring loaded case and are easier to stack due to their square shape. Designed by good friend Stewart McKenzie the face cards are very unique with different facial expressions and features. "The twelve Jacks, Queens and Kings in the Criblets deck all have different faces and you will enjoy their unique look," said Cowley. The game features two types of instructions; one for men and one for women. Cowley explains, "Women like to have lots of information and will read detailed
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instructions, whereas men, don't. Men will jump right in and then, when they get stuck, will read the instructions. I've tailored them so they will suit both," he smiled. The women's instructions resemble typical board game instructions while the men's are a colourful instruction sheet that graphically illustrates how to play the game. Cowley is married with four children and six grandchildren. Most mornings he can be found playing Criblets with his son in law Wayne at Chapters. At 76, he claims that Criblets will be his final board game design and he is hopeful that it will attract younger players to the game. "It's a great game for kids; it's a lot of fun and it can really improve their mental math skills,” he said. Criblets is available in game stores throughout the Lower Mainland and in Langley Criblets is sold at Mattus Coffee & Tea, Toy Traders, Stickys Candy, Science and Nature Company and Travel Land Motor Homes. The game is also available online and shipping is free to destinations in Canada. Visit www.criblets.ca for more information or to order a game.
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Pastry: 1 cup butter 1 ½ cups berry sugar 2 eggs 3 Tablespoons cream 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 teaspoon baking powder 3 cups flour ½ teaspoon cardamom powder ½ teaspoon salt Parchment paper Cream together butter and sugar; add eggs, cream and almond extract. Combine dry ingredients and slowly mix until completely incorporated. Divide the pastry into 6 equal parts and roll them into equal sized 8 inch disks on parchment paper. Bake in the oven at 350o for 10 – 12 minutes until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack and cool. Filling: 1 pound prunes (pits removed) ¾ cup sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla Put prunes into a medium sized pot and just cover with water. Turn on low to stew the prunes until they are soft and the water is absorbed (there will be some thickened juice around the prunes). Let this cool and then place into a food processor. Puree the prunes while adding the sugar, cinnamon and vanilla.
Assembly: Spread filling onto one disk, making sure to spread to the edges. Top with another disk and spread it with filling as before. Continue until you place the last disk on top. Do not spread filling on the top disk. Seal the cake in foil and store in cool place for approximately one week. The filling will cause the pastry to soften – when it feels soft, it is ready to eat. Store it in the fridge once it is ready to eat. This cake also freezes well. Recipe submitted by Chef Daniel Dawe, Beatniks Bistro. I grew up in the Langley area and continue to do so with my family. I've been cooking for 14 years in a mix privately owned restaurants, hotels and catering companies. I attended VCC for my Culinary Arts training. Vinarterta (Viennese Cake) is also called Randalin, which means “striped cake.” Its history dates back to the 1800s and it is the most popular cake of Icelandic Canadian descendants. Family traditions and special memories are associated with this multi-layered cake as it is a cake for Christmas, as well as other celebrations. While North American Icelanders hold the tradition of this cake near and dear, modern Icelanders are not as strongly tied to this traditional cake. You are more likely to find a Vinarterta in Manitoba than Reykjavik.
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Recycling Christmas Past
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Mac's Traders is a local recycler located in Murrayville at 22334 Fraser Highway. Not only does Mac's Traders offer a free drop off service they will pay you for the metal. A little bit of extra cash could come in handy when those January bills come rolling in. At Mac’s you can trade in your energy sucking Christmas light bulbs and get cash for new energy efficient and environmentally friendly LED's. They will take your old Christmas lights and you won't need to unplug all the bulbs, just drop them off as is. Did you get brand new pots and pans or new power tools this year? Dispose of your old ones at Mac’s as well. The Langley Bottle Depot is located at 20137 Industrial Avenue. They will not only gladly take your bottles and cans but they also will take electronics and leftover paint. Perhaps Santa brought you a brand new 60" TV or PVR. Perhaps you got a microwave. The Langley Bottle Depot is one of the local outlets for Encorp Return It and will take your old electronics. This great community minded company also supports local and offshore charities. You can give back while you recycle by simply donating the recycling monies to a charity of your choice that they have registered. Langley Bottle Depot has been helping the Langley Food Bank for years, and they assist with bottle drives for local scout groups , special needs classrooms, anyone that is looking to fundraise. Edmonds Batteries located at 20583 - 62 Avenue and they have the solution for that little mountain of batteries that powered your kids electronic toys? Edmonds recycle the batteries and will pay you for the
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some of the rechargeable ones. Some are worth about $3.00 each and old car batteries will bring in $10. Thanks to the local scouting groups and a good corporate citizen you can also recycle the Christmas tree this year. Now that your once beautiful tree has been up for in some cases two months and is starting to look more and more like the one in Charlie Brown's Christmas, there are ample opportunities to recycle it and at the same time support the local boy scouts. This year because of the efforts of a good corporate citizen, Field's Tree Service, there is an opportunity to raise funds for the BC Cancer Foundation. They will be on hand doing Christmas tree chipping for a donation at the Derek Doubleday Arboretum located at the 20900 block of Fraser Highway from 9 to 3 on January 3rd and 4th. Local scouts have been doing Christmas tree chipping for years and this year there are six Langley Scout groups involved. Some are even offering a pickup service. Scout groups do it to participate in recycling efforts in their community and to raise funds. Some of the funds are to replace aging group camping gear, offset the cost of training the leaders, help the kids get their First Aid certification and this year many of the groups are fundraising to send some Scouts to the Pacific Jamboree in Sooke. The 1st Walnut Grove Scout Group will be chipping trees on January 3rd and 10th at Walnut Grove Secondary School's (8819 Walnut Grove Drive) front parking lot. They are offering a pickup service in Walnut Grove, Fort Langley and Willoughby. Minimum donation in Walnut Grove is $10.00. To pick up in Fort Langley or Willoughby is $15.00. Prices are negotiable for locations that are further away. Contact Tony Yip at 778-858-5331 or email at tree pickup@1stwalnutgrovescouts.ca. The 1st Willoughby Scouting Group are combining
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F U L LY L I C E N S E D B A R & R E S TA U R A N T
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Fully licensed Restaurant and Bar
(Behind Staples, Across from The Brick)
Without blowing your budget!
VALUE • SELECTION • SERVICE Unit 108 - 20121 Willowbrook Drive, Langley 604.539.1168
www.OnceUponAChildLangley.com
(next to Staples, across from The Brick)
#10, 1300 Woolridge St.
www.OnceUponAChildCoquitlam.com
all wrapped up!
Willowbrook Place
604-510-OUAC (6822)
778-397-OUAC (6822)
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#101-20121 Willowbrook Drive, Langley 604.427.0090 www.golfsquare.ca
64th Ave.
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*Valid 12/1/14 - 12/31/14.Cannot be used for new merchandise or applied to past purchases or gift cards. Cannot be combined with other discounts and valid at the Once Upon A Child Langley & Coquitlam locations.
Decorations
N
200th St.
$5 OFF YOUR NEXT $30 PURCHASE OF GENTLY USED PRODUCT!*
Play the most famous golf courses in the world! Book your holiday parties, stags & birthdays!
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The Brick
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon - Fri 9am-9pm, Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 9am-7pm
www.dollarsandcentsstores.com
WILLOWBROOK PLACE 20121 WILLOWBROOK DRIVE (BESIDE STAPLES)