Events

Wednesdays, 7 – 8:30 pm, Jan 4 – Apr 26 Practice English in a friendly, casual group setting. This program is in partnership with Chilliwack Learning Society.

Wednesdays, 10 am – 2:30 pm Whether you are a newcomer or a long time enthusiast, come and share tips and techniques with others while you work on your project.

Mondays (excluding Jan 2, Feb 13 & Apr 17), 10:30 am – 11 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Mondays, Jan 9 - Apr 24, (excluding Stat Holidays), 7 pm – 8:30 pm Practice English in a friendly, casual group setting. This program is in partnership with Chilliwack Learning Society.

1 pm – 2:30 pm Interested in needlework? Come and join other needle craft enthusiasts for an enjoyable and relaxing time.

Wednesdays, 10:30 am - 11 am. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Tuesdays, 10:30 am - 11 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Wednesdays, Jan 25 – Apr 26, 10:30 am - 11 am Making language fun! Start early with babytime. Help your baby develop speech and language skills – enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories. Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. No registration required.

Thursdays, January 26 -April 27, 10:30 am – 11 am Calling all Toddlers- if you’re a rambunctious tot from aprox. 18 months through 3 years (who is just a little too active for babytime) you’re welcome here! Bringing energy and fun to bounces, rhymes and songs we build coordination and social skills while building literacy and play!

Wednesdays, 3 pm - 4:30 pm Love LEGO? Come play, create, and experiment. We have the LEGO, you bring your imagination! LEGO club is a fun afterschool program for kids so come on in and join us. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.

1 pm – 2:30 pm Interested in needlework? Come and join other needle craft enthusiasts for an enjoyable and relaxing time.

3 pm - 5 pm. Love LEGO and board games? We provide all the games, you bring your imagination! Come play, create, and experiment! .

CYCLE VISION CHILLIWACK OPEN HOUSE

The updating of the Transportation Plan is reaching completion and the City of Chilliwack is hosting a progress update.

You are invited to attend the Open House on Saturday, April 1, 2017 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at City Hall (Chambers) - 8550 Young Road.

10:00 am - Doors Open

10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Displays

10:30 am - 11:30 am - Speakers

Presentation and Questions

If you require additional information please phone the Engineering Department at 604.793.2907 or visit www.chilliwack.com/cyclevision

The Girl Guides units of Vedder Mountain District will be out and about "cookie blitzing!" We will be selling cookies door to door and outside a few locations such as the Superstore and Canadian tire to name a few. Come out and support our girls! This seasons cookies, the girls are raising money towards a district camp. And many of our individual older girls are raising money for major events such as S.O.A.R and international trips.

A program incorporating the foundations and values of yoga with life skills, educational workshops and fun activities that are designed to engage, empower and connect Chilliwack youth within the community. In this program we will focus on both yoga and restorative justice values; Balance, Community, Honesty, Integrity, Lifestyle and Learning. All youth welcome ages 15-18. Program runs Friday's from 3:30pm to 5pm (excluding good Friday); a light snack is provided. Pre-registration is required.

Please complete and submit all documents; application, and waivers. All can be found on the websites for Chilliwack Restorative Justice as well as Studio B Yoga.

4th Annual Spring Market featuring over 90 local businesses. Free admission, kids craft tables, door prize table and much much more!

This Free Yoga Class in Chilliwack, has a different teacher every week and is available to all levels. *Please pre-register for this class with the Studio B Yoga APP or via www.studiobyoga.ca/schedule to save a spot for you and your mat! The classes have been very full, arrive early, bring a mat if you have one, and don't worry about anything : ) At Studio B Yoga we encourage a mindful and balanced lifestyle everyday and believe yoga should be available to anyone. You are welcome to join only this free class every Saturday or experience a variety of classes. Gently flow through your practice while working on poses. This class accommodates a wide range of experience levels from beginner to students that have practiced for a long period of time. The class works on a balance between strength and flexibility while building endurance and improving your breathing and posture. We have all the mats and props you may need for the class. We ask that you arrive 10-15 minutes early to sign a waiver if it is your first class, and get settled. Please refer to our studio page for every other frequently asked questions and studio courtesy information you may have regarding this class and our studio.

2017 Fraser Valley Biennale Opens at The O’Connor Group Art Gallery On April 6, to May 13th. The Chilliwack Visual Artist Association is pleased to open an exciting group exhibition at The O’Connor Group Art Gallery in the Chilliwack Cultural Centre, 9201 Corbould St, Chilliwack. (Opening hours from 12 noon until 5 pm, Wednesday through Saturday). We were very honoured to be invited to become one of the host art galleries for the Biennale for the first time since its inauguration in 2011. The 2017 Fraser Valley Biennale is an impressive survey of some of the most exceptional works of art produced by artists in the Fraser Valley region over the past two years. It began in 2011 as a partnership between The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford and arts councils from around the region. The Biennale celebrates the artistic accomplishments of the region, expands the public’s knowledge of the artists working locally, and nurtures the growth of the artist community in the Fraser Valley. Come out and join the Chilliwack Visual Artists Association as they open another extraordinary exhibition at the O’Connor Group Art Gallery. The Opening Reception takes place at 1 to 3 pm on Saturday, 8th April and members of the public are welcome to join in the celebration of the artists presented in this noteworthy exhibition. The following artists have been chosen to represent the Biennale in Chilliwack. Those with stars against their names are members of the CVAA O’Connor Group Art Gallery artists: Donna Auxier, Simon Chornick, Amy Dyck, Chris Friesen, Paula Funk, Erica Grimm, Fiona Howarth, Sharon Huget, *Krista Kilvert, *Dan Lefebvre, *Sylvie-Rousel-Janssens, *Tracie Stewart, *Kat Wahamma, Sandra Wiens. For further information, contact Mary Chalmers Main, Publicity Coordinator CVAA, at [email protected].

12 Noon until 5 pm Wednesdays through Saturdays, Reception on Saturday 8th April 1 to 3 pm. Everybody welcome, free admission!

2 pm – 3:30 pm. Board games and more! Hang out with friends, play games and eat some pizza. Ages 9-14.

Experience the powerful, expressive richness of W. A. Mozart’s final masterpiece on April 8 at 7:30 p.m. at First Ave. Christian Assembly (46510 First Ave.), when the Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra & Chorus presents his REQUIEM. The Chilliwack Children’s Choir is also to be featured in the performance of AVE VERUM CORPUS. Tickets start at $10 and are available at King’s Music, Envision Financial, First Ave. Christian Assembly, www.chilliwacksymphony.com or 604-795-0521.

1 pm – 3 pm. Knowledge is power! The Arthritis Society of BC will explain what is really happening in the body when we talk about arthritis. Learn to become a better self manager, with important information on how pain management, medications, exercise and complementary therapies can help make life easier. Please call the Chilliwack Library at 604-792-1941 to let us know you are coming.

7 pm – 8:30 pm. Join us to talk all things drones with Aerobotika Aerial Intelligence’s Operations Manager, Kate Kienapple. Kate is a commercial pilot and UAV instructor who runs one of the leading Canadian training organizations with courses for both commercial and recreational drone pilots. Ask your questions, look at some models and learn all the things you need to know to fly safely!

Laura Clarke, Geriatric Nurse Clinician and Micheal Barbary, Pharmacist and Diabetic Educator will speak on a variety of topics such as Diabetes, Foot Care, Medications, Pain Management and more. To register for this free session, please call 604-793-9979.

TEDxChilliwack is an independently organized local group comprised of passionate volunteers who are dedicated to ideas worth spreading. The third TEDxChilliwack event will take place on April 14, 2018 at G. W. Graham Theatre. The goal of this event is to help people connect in an environment that inspires the expression of unique points of view and celebrates perspectives from our local community. Imagine Chilliwack’s most fascinating and engaging speakers, with new, big ideas, coming together for one day to share their passions and their visions for the world. We are home to extraordinary ideas and remarkable people and TEDxChilliwack looks forward to showcasing this brilliance and helping to enable these great ideas to be put into action. The theme of TEDxChilliwack 2018 is Time to Reboot. The event will bring forward a wide range of topics, issues and areas to explore. The ideas presented promise to span from lighthearted to thought provoking all through the lens of Chilliwack’s bright future. Tickets are available at https://www.tedxchilliwack.com/attend/. Only 100 tickets are available. In addition to the talks, entertainment, refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.

A family friendly Easter Saturday event with a FREE Easter Egg Hunt, BBQ, Cafe and 3km Mud and Obstacle Course for ages 7 up; Mini Mud Course for under 7!

This is a fundraiser for a not for profit Camp to keep kid's camp costs low and accessible!

This Free Yoga Class in Chilliwack, has a different teacher every week and is available to all levels. *Please pre-register for this class with the Studio B Yoga APP or via www.studiobyoga.ca/schedule to save a spot for you and your mat! The classes have been very full, arrive early, bring a mat if you have one, and don't worry about anything : ) At Studio B Yoga we encourage a mindful and balanced lifestyle everyday and believe yoga should be available to anyone. You are welcome to join only this free class every Saturday or experience a variety of classes. Gently flow through your practice while working on poses. This class accommodates a wide range of experience levels from beginner to students that have practiced for a long period of time. The class works on a balance between strength and flexibility while building endurance and improving your breathing and posture. We have all the mats and props you may need for the class. We ask that you arrive 10-15 minutes early to sign a waiver if it is your first class, and get settled. Please refer to our studio page for every other frequently asked questions and studio courtesy information you may have regarding this class and our studio.

National Canadian Film Day 150 – Canada on Screen April 19, 2017 7:00 PM at Cottonwood 4 Cinemas (45380 Luckakuck Way). Free admission – Donations are greatly appreciated! *Please note: Seating is limited. A special classic Canadian film screening in celebration of Reel Canada’s National Canadian Film Day. Provided as part of TIFF’s Canada on Screen project. Featured Film: WATER (2005) Canada – Drama [PG] 117 minutes, Hindi with English subtitles Starring: Seema Biswas, Lisa Ray, John Abraham, Sarala Kariyawasam, Manorama Director Deepa Mehta (Beeba Boys, Bollywood/Hollywood) completed her landmark Elements trilogy with this brave, perfectly-pitched exploration of lives altered by religious tradition. Delving into Indian society of the 30’s during Ghandi’s rise to prominence, Water is a remarkably inspirational film about a girl who refuses to accept her fate and struggles against powerful rules that turn her into a prisoner without a future. Thank you to the Toronto International Film Festival, and all of its Canada On Screen partners and sponsors for their support. To learn more about the Canada on Screen project, please visit http://www.tiff.net/canadaonscreen/.

"David French's comedic masterpiece..." An Ambitious work by a young playwright nears it's final rehearsal. Unfortunately the cast features an actress and leading man who can't stand each other, a character actor who can't remember his lines, and a young actor who shows up soused! Throw in a tyrannical stage manager, an eager young director and the novice playwright, and whatever can go wrong does. But the show, despite all, goes on... A warm-hearted, lively and truly hilarious look at the backstage machinations of a theatre group. Directed by Ken Fynn. Produced by Debra Archer.

10:30 am – 12 pm. Share ideas, learn new tips and tricks, solve research roadblocks, and learn the history of the area and era you are researching. The Genealogy Group welcomes new members.

Drop in meetings for anyone interested in homeschooling, chatting about questions, problems and resources. Children are welcome, but no childcare will be provided. Contact Sandra at 604-858-8191 for more information.

6:30 pm – 8:45 pm. Drop in meetings for anyone interested in homeschooling, chatting about questions, problems and resources. Children are welcome, but no childcare will be provided. Contact Sandra at 604-858-8191 for more information.

11 am – 3 pm. Spring comes to the Chilliwack Library lobby! Talented members of the Chilliwack Floral Art Club will demonstrate flower arranging techniques and showcase some of their beautiful floral creations.

Raise donations for WE Villages (Free the Children) to Tandem Paraglide, with a certified pilot, from Chilliwack's Mt. Woodside.

See our website for more information and to register.

2 pm – 4 pm. Are you a serial plant killer? Just don’t have the space for a garden? Make up for it this Earth Day by starting easy with small, indoor terrariums. Create a lovely green world contained in glass that can go anywhere. Join florist Elke Almhjell from Florabunda Flowers in creating your own unique terrarium. All materials are provided but space is limited. Please stop by or call the library at 604-792-1941 to let us to reserve your spot. Recommended for ages 10 and up, children must be accompanied by an adult.

Chilliwack Garden Club's annual plant sale is your best opportunity to get quality herbs, vegetables, fruits, perennials, annuals & exotic plants at bargain prices. Meet and chat with local gardeners, or better yet join our community! We will be located in the main doors of the Chilliwack Mall, on April 22nd from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM or until sold out. 

This is the only Fundraiser for the club to support community programs.

10 am – 4 pm. Come celebrate Earth Day at Sardis Library with our Green Book and Puzzle Sale! Reduce, Reuse and Regift at bargain prices! Book Sale - $5.00 a bag • We provide the bag, you fill it. Puzzle Sale - individually priced • If the weather prevented you from coming to our annual puzzle sale, here is your chance to take some home. • Coupons from original sale will be honoured. Hosted by the Friends of the Chilliwack Libraries Society.

Julie Cook from Upstage will talk about downsizing, decluttering and how to create a beautiful space. Lori-Ann Mark from Century 21 will discuss housing options including gated communities, strata complexes and mobile home parks. Please register at 604-793-9979 as refreshments being served.

Make your mark on Canada’s history with the Canada 150 Mosaic! Painting sessions will be held throughout the day on April 27 and 28, 2017 at the Landing Sports Centre - Loft Area (45530 Spadina Avenue) with the grand unveiling of the finished mural on July 1, 2017 as part of the city-wide Canada Day celebrations. Painting sessions on Thursday, April 27 will be held: 9:00am to 10:00am 10:30am to 11:30am 12:00pm to 1:00pm 1:30pm to 2:30pm 3:00pm to 4:00pm. All supplies, including paint, brushes, and individual 4” by 4” aluminum primer-coated panels will be provided. All ages and skills levels are welcome. Hosted in collaboration with the City of Chilliwack, Chilliwack Community Arts Council, and the Mural Mosaic team, this large scale community project in honour of Canada’s sesquicentennial creates a unique opportunity for Chilliwack residents to express their patriotism through the painting of art tiles. Once the paint dries, the talented team from Mural Mosaic will find each tile’s unique place in the overall mural design specially created for Chilliwack’s portion of the commemorative national mosaic. Learn more about the project by visiting: http://canada150mosaic.com/ or https://chilliwackartscouncil.com/events/canada-day/.

Join the Fraser Valley Conservancy and Wilderness Committee for a screening of the uplifting and motivating wildlife film, "Toad People" at 7:00 p.m. in the theatre at GW Graham School. GW Graham's theatre is wheelchair accessible. "Toad People" is a 75 minute inspiring new documentary produced by the Wilderness Committee about people in communities across British Columbia who are taking action to save the wildlife in their backyards. This film is about more than just toads. British Columbians know that we have remarkable wildlife – including killer whales, grizzly bears, barn owls and badgers.

Free, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm. In this introductory workshop presented by Svetlana from Sparkling Ideas, you'll learn how to create a simple yet stylish bracelet using memory wire. This would be a great program to make a Mother's Day Gift. This program is for ages 10 years and up. Registration is required, please contact the Yarrow library to sign up.

Make your mark on Canada’s history with the Canada 150 Mosaic! Painting sessions will be held throughout the day on April 27 and 28, 2017 at the Landing Sports Centre - Loft Area (45530 Spadina Avenue) with the grand unveiling of the finished mural on July 1, 2017 as part of the city-wide Canada Day celebrations. Painting times on Friday, April 28 include: 9:00am to 10:00am 10:30am to 11:30am 12:00pm to 1:00pm 1:30pm to 2:30pm 3:00pm to 4:00pm 4:30pm to 5:30pm. All supplies, including paint, brushes, and individual 4” by 4” aluminum primer-coated panels will be provided. All ages and skills levels are welcome. Hosted in collaboration with the City of Chilliwack, Chilliwack Community Arts Council, and the Mural Mosaic team, this large scale community project in honour of Canada’s sesquicentennial creates a unique opportunity for Chilliwack residents to express their patriotism through the painting of art tiles. Once the paint dries, the talented team from Mural Mosaic will find each tile’s unique place in the overall mural design specially created for Chilliwack’s portion of the commemorative national mosaic. Learn more about the project by visiting: http://canada150mosaic.com/ or https://chilliwackartscouncil.com/events/canada-day/.

All monies raised at our Spring Market will help pay for the Grade 6 Year End Celebration!! Check out our Market, where we will have over 40 tables of wonderful gifts ideas, including local vendors selling hand made or home grown products! There will be lots of door prizes from our vendors as well! We will have a BBQ concession on site, selling hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks! And last but not least, we will be having another Cake & Goodies Raffle (Cake Walk) with tons of goodies made by our Grade 6 parents!! So come on down and enjoy some #FamilyFriendlyFun and #ShopLocal Admission is only $2 for adults (kids are free) or a non perishable food donation.

11 am – 12 pm. Certified sleep instructor Kathryn Wood will help you teach your child how to develop skills to become healthy, independent sleepers. Make sleepless nights a thing of the past and look toward a future with a well-rested and happy family. For more information, check out http://sleepstars.ca/.

2 pm – 3 pm. If you participated in the 2017 Tween & Teen Winter Book Challenge come to the party!

This Free Yoga Class in Chilliwack, has a different teacher every week and is available to all levels. *Please pre-register for this class with the Studio B Yoga APP or via www.studiobyoga.ca/schedule to save a spot for you and your mat! The classes have been very full, arrive early, bring a mat if you have one, and don't worry about anything : ) At Studio B Yoga we encourage a mindful and balanced lifestyle everyday and believe yoga should be available to anyone. You are welcome to join only this free class every Saturday or experience a variety of classes. Gently flow through your practice while working on poses. This class accommodates a wide range of experience levels from beginner to students that have practiced for a long period of time. The class works on a balance between strength and flexibility while building endurance and improving your breathing and posture. We have all the mats and props you may need for the class. We ask that you arrive 10-15 minutes early to sign a waiver if it is your first class, and get settled. Please refer to our studio page for every other frequently asked questions and studio courtesy information you may have regarding this class and our studio.