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Clubs/meetings

Beta Sigma Phi

The worldwide women's organization offers friendship, social, cultural and community involvement. Info: www. betasigmaphi.org or 6045138977.

BC Gov't Retired Employees Association

The Langley/Surrey Branch 1200 will meet at 12: 30pm in the Union Hall, 8555 198 St. Members, guests and new members welcome.

CN Pensioners Association

Meets in the Kinsmen Community Centre, 26770 29th Ave., on the first Wednesday of each month at 1pm. Info: Jonn Hanlen, 604-824-0531.

Dragon boating

Dragon Alliance, a women's team through the Fort Langley Canoe Club, is looking for paddlers. The team meets Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Fort Langley from April to September. No experience necessary. Info: Dianne, deeric@telus.net or 604-888-0123.

Dutch conversation group

The Langley Dutch Conversation Coffee Club meets at 2pm in the Willowbrook Mall food court. Info: Laura at 604-532-8960, Edie at ediebijdemast@telus.net or www.dutchnetwork.ca.

Hearts in Motion Walking Club

The club meets at Willowbrook Shopping Centre every morning for indoor exercise and socializing, and is open to anyone. Membership is a nominal amount that goes to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon. Info: Dixie Platt at 604-530-4447.

Langley Elks

Help with community ventures that support children's charities. Join the Langley club which meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at #6 - 4044 200B St. Info: Ray Wojtas, 604-533-7517, or Ron Monro, 604-532-3126.

Langley Kinsmen

1st & 3rd Wed./mo., at Kinsmen Hall, 20178 72nd Ave.

New members welcome. Info: 604-530-6550.

Langley Kiwanis Club 100

6pm on 2nd & 4th Tues./mo. at Andreas Restaurant, 20227 56th Ave. Info: Don Wiens, 6045332424.

Langley Lions Club Meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 6: 30pm Thirsty Penguin (Twin Rinks), 5700 Langley Bypass. Info: Paul, 604-861-8524.

Langley Newcomers and Friends

This non-profit community-minded group is open to women of all ages, and meets at the W.C. Blair Recreation Centre at 7: 15pm. Info: Cyndy, 778-837-5135 or Donna, 604-530-3822.

Langley Quilters' Guild

The Langley Quilter's Guild meets the fourth Wednesday, monthly (except December), at the George Preston Recreation Centre, 20699 42nd Ave. Meet at noon or 7: 15 p.m. New members welcome. First visit free. Info: www.langleyquiltersguild. com.

Moms' Morning Out

A free program featuring discussions, parenting tips, guest speakers, demonstrations and DIY projects is each Tuesday morning, 9-11: 30am at the Aldergrove Alliance Church, 26981 28th Ave. For moms and children three to five. Free nursery and preschool component. Info: 604-856-3447.

Moving Moms Walking Club

Meet outside Walnut Grove Community Centre main entrance every Mon., 10: 45am. Bring strollers and connect with other mothers while getting some exercise, fun, and fresh air. Children, any age in strollers, are welcome. Walk time: one hour. Free.

Municipal Pension Retirees Ass'n

The monthly meetings are 1: 30pm in the Douglas Recreation Centre.

Ram's Head Writers' Group

New members are welcome. The group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays for readings, critiques, discussions. Info: Lisa, 604-534-6536.

Rotary Club of Langley

The club meets for dinner and a speaker every Thursday at 6: 15pm in the Coast Hotel and Convention Centre. Visitors and prospective members welcome to attend. Info: Gary 6046354410 or www.langleyrotary.org.

Soroptimists

Soroptimist International of the Langleys meets 5: 30pm on 1st Tues./mo. at Andreas Restaurant. Guests welcome. Info: Hilary, 604-530-4358; Christina, 604-562-1372; or visit www.wcsoroptimist.org.

Square dance

The Surrey Square Wheelers dance every Wednesday at 7pm in the Port Kells Hall, 18918 88th Ave. Singles or couples welcome. Get three free dance lessons by calling Larry, 604-513-9901, or Jean, 6045946415.

Toastmasters

Develop public speaking skills and confidence in an entertaining and fun environment.

. Cloverdale: Wed., 7: 30pm, Clayton Heights School, 188th and 70th Ave. Info: cloverdale. toastmastersclubs.org or Evelyn, 604-842-8005

. Langley morning: New club meets 7am at Langley Township Civic Facility, fourth floor. Info: www.langleymorningtoastmasters.com or 778242-2848.

. Township: Noon-1pm Tues. at Township Civic Facility, 4th floor, Yorkson Room. Info: Tanis, 604-532-8064.

. Surrey/Langley: Wed., 7: 30pm, Clayton Heights School. Info: Jeff, 604-802-5929.

. Walnut Grove: Thurs., 7: 30pm, Dorothy Peacock Elementary, 20292-91A Ave. Info: 604-318-9321.

. Langley City: the Langley City Hall CKF meeting room at 6: 45pm. Info: John, 6045302075 or aussiejohn33@yahoo. ca.

. Trinity: Thurs. 6: 30pm, Loewen Room, Trinity Western University. trinity.toastmasters. langley@gmail.com.

Valley Women's Network

The evening chapter meets on the second Tuesday of the month at the Sunrise Banquet Centre, 188th Street and Highway 10 at 6: 30pm. The group involves business networking, business practices, health, safety and more. $20 for members, $22 non-members, $25 drop-in. The next meeting is April 10. Reservations and info: Eleanor, 604-530-7304 or vwnlangreservations@gmail. com.

Vancouver Area Cycling coalition

The Langley chapter of the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Township Civic Facility (Murray Creek Room). All welcome.

Info: 604-807-8508 or www. vacc.bc.ca.

Vintage Riders

The equestrian club focuses on horsemanship and learning new skills. Open to all levels of rider. Must be 21 or older with a valid Horse Council of BC membership. The club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the St. Andrew's United Church, 9025 Glover Rd., at 7pm. Info: www.vintage-equestrian.ca.

Walnut Grove Business Association Info: www.wgba.ca.

You've Gotta Have Friends

Drop-ins, 1st Thurs./mo., 7-8: 30pm. Plus Friendship Friday, 1st Fri./mo., 10 a.m. to noon. Learn about friendship opportunities, 20510 Fraser Hwy. Lotus for Women meets on the first Tues. of the month at 7pm. An informal support group for lesbian and questioning women. Info: 604-533-6546.

Volunteers

Assisted Living for Seniors The facility in Walnut Grove is looking for volunteers (bus outings, visits, reading, walking, crafts). Info: Sheila, 6048818132.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Big Brothers Big Sisters Langley is looking for Aldergrove residents to be in-school mentors. Must be 19 or older. Info: www.bbbslangley.com/aldergrove or 604-535-5055.

Brookswood Community Police

Volunteer commitment is four hours a week. Exciting rewards, training provided. Duties include foot and bike patrol, and office duties. Info: Karen Zappa, 604-530-3104; email karenzappa@shaw.ca.

Canadian Cancer Society

Volunteers required in the Willowbrook office. Training provided. Info: 604-533-1668 or langley@bc.cancer.ca.


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