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Terry Fox Library offers families and caregivers with young children drop-in storytimes on Wednesday mornings, May 15 to June 26, from 10: 15 to 10: 45 a.m. Storytimes include books, fingerplays, songs and flannel board stories. Everyone is welcome. For info, call 604-927-7999.


 

Donation event set for May 18

The Canadian Diabetes Association's Clothesline program will be in the Tri-Cities on Saturday, May 18 as part of a Fill A Truck event happening across Canada.


 

Fun and games on this weekend

Now that May is here, the days are brighter and sunnier, and this weekend is no exception. So it's the perfect weekend to get out and play- whether it's a gaming night on Friday, lawn bowling on Saturday or enjoying the activities at the city's annual Rhodo Fest. We're continuing with our popular feature - our staff's Top 5 (Or More) Things To Do This Weekend. Here's our Top 5 list for May 3 to 5.


 

North Road puts on 'feel good' event for moms

With Mother's Day just around the corner, one neighbourhood business association is planning something special for all moms out there.


 

Showtime

The Chilliwack Players Guild presents the mystery thriller Postmortem by Ken Ludwig April 18 to 27 at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. For tickets call the centre box office at 604-391-SHOW (7469), visit in person or purchase online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.


 
The 24th Street Wailers

Eat, sleep and breathe the blues

One of the most original and exciting bands on the scene today, The 24th Street Wailers quickly developed their tight grooves, charismatic live show and original repertoire in the three years they have been together.


 
Carlos del Junco

Harp master in HHS

To say Carlos del Junco plays the harmonica is like saying Jimi Hendrix played guitar.


 

What's on

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Fashion file

Spring fashion show: Wear Else at Park Royal will hold an in-store runway presentation on Friday, March 8 at 11: 30 a.m. Featured collections include: Elizabeth&James, Black Orchid, Haute Hippie, Sinclair, Alice+Olivia, Kelly Wearstler, Paul & Joe Sister, SW3 Bespoke and Peuterey. Tickets are $40 at wearelse. com with proceeds in support of BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre Foundation.


 

Police probe possible abduction

Surrey RCMP are looking for more information on what might be a brazen abduction Saturday.


 

Few opposing store

A new Shoppers Drug Mart planned for the north side of Fraser Highway in Murrayville drew a little opposition from neighbours at Langley Township council.


 

What's on

To include your event, contact by email at phenderson@ chiliwacktimes.com, fax to 604-792-9300 or phone 604792-9117. Items run only as space allows.


 
Coach Love

Romance in a bottle

THE new fragrance from Coach whispers romance rather than screams straight-out seduction.


 

Police seek suspect who pulled out syringe

For the second time in a month, Port Moody police are asking for the public's help in catching a perfume pilferer.


 
Tom Taylor, Barney Bentall and Shari Ulrich

Turning up the BTUs in HHS

The Harrison Festival Society is proud to present the return of BTU, featuring Barney Bentall, Tom Taylor and Shari Ulrich on Saturday, Feb. 16 in the Harrison Memorial Hall.


 
The Langley RCMP

Camera captures suspects

Two men walked off with merchandise and the wallets of two Shoppers Drug Mart staff members in Brookswood this week.


 

Showtime

The University of the Fraser Valley theatre department's production of Ernestine Shuswap Gets Her Trout, by award-winning First Nations playwright Tomson Highway, continues in the theatre on the old Chilliwack north campus at Yale and Airport roads with performances Jan. 24, 25 and 26 at 7: 30 p.m., with a matinee Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. Ticket prices range between $10 to $22. For reservations call Rick Mawson at 604-795-2814, email theatre@ufv.ca or visit www.ufv. ca/theatre.


 
Anne Louise Genest

Carrying the spirit

Fresh on the heels of two Canadian Folk Music nominations and chart-topping radio play with her new album "Grandma's Rules for Drinking," Annie Lou will be bringing original string-band music on her CD release tour to the Harrison Memorial Hall, Jan. 26 at 8 p.m.


 

What's On

The Chilliwack School of Performing Arts presents Annie continues with evening performances at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre Jan. 17, 18, 19 at 7: 30 p.m. Matinee performances at 2 p.m. on Jan. 19 and 20. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for students and seniors. Tickets can be purchased by calling the centre box office at 604-391-SHOW (7469) or visiting www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.