To include your event, contact by e-mail reporter Paul J. Henderson at phenderson@chilliwacktimes.com, fax to 604-792-9300 or phone 604-792-9117.

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BARBERSHOP IN STYLE

The Chilliwack Harmony Chorus presents Barbershop in Style, Nov. 21 at 7:45 p.m. and Nov. 22 at 1:45 and 7:45 p.m. at the Chilliwack Arts Centre, 45899 Henderson Ave. Tickets are $15 for evening, $11 for the matinee, and $5 for students, available at the Arts Centre. Please call 604-792-2069.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT MARKET

The 34th annual Christmas Craft Market returns to Chilliwack Heritage Park Nov. 21, 22 and 23. This annual event will offer you the opportunity to pick up that perfect, handcrafted item. There will be 35,000 square feet of display space featuring top quality crafters from the Fraser Valley, Lower Mainland and throughout B.C. The Christmas Craft Market runs Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $2 and children 10 and under are free.

FREE RECITAL

As part of Canada Music Week come by St. Thomas Church at 2 p.m. on Nov. 22 for a Chilliwack Academy of Music student recital. This event is free and open to the public.

ART STUDIO OPEN IN ROSEDALE

Jordanka's Studio Art Gallery featuring original acrylic paintings of mysterious trees, whimsical scenes of children playing in the snow and vibrant abstract compositions. Drop in to 8-10200 Gray Rd. (just one block east of Esso roundabout) or call 604-794-3302. Visit www.yessy.com/jordanka.

GOOD TIMES AT THE LEGION

Every Friday and Saturday at Royal Canadian Legion branch 280 dance to live bands from 8 p.m. until midnight. November features: The Eagles on Nov. 21/22. Then on Nov. 23 come out for the Grey Cup on the big screen TV. Enjoy snacks and drinks during the game.

HIKING AUTHOR

Hiking book writer Craig Romano presents a slide show followed by a question-and-answer period and book signing of his new book Day Hiking: North Cascades on Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Mount Slesse middle school, 5871 Tyson Rd. Admission is free and open to the public, hosted by the Chilliwack Outdoor Club. For more information contact Ray Daws, (604) 792-8593 or raydio@shaw.ca.

CANADIAN COMPOSERS

On Nov. 25, the B.C. Registered Music Teachers (Chilliwack Branch) present a concert of music by Canadian composers at the Arts Centre at 7 p.m. Celebrate the best of Canadian culture, music and creativity. Hear performances by students of piano, voice, violin. Bursaries will be presented for students outstanding in 2008. Admission by donation. For more information visit bcrmta.bc.ca or call 604-847-0842.

FATHERS AND SONS AT HARRISON

Bluesman Jim Byrnes and guitar wizard Amos Garrett have long and storied careers and now are the "fathers" of the tradition. Byrnes and Garrett will play with the next generation of roots musicians, Doug Cox and Steve Dawson, at Harrison Memorial Hall on Nov. 28 at 8 p.m.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT CRAWL

The sixth annual Chilliwack Christmas Craft Crawl is back Nov. 28 and 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 30 from noon to 4 p.m. Visit www.chilliwackcraftcrawl.com

ADVENT VESPERS

Evensong Chamber Singers again presents Advent Vespers through inspirational choral music, readings and prayers featuring Even So, Lord Jesus, Come. Programs are Nov. 30 at 4 p.m. and Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m., both at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, School Street in Chilliwack.

MINIATURE SHOW IN HHS

Ranger Station Public Art Gallery in Harrison Hot Springs presents the 12th Annual Miniature Show, until Nov. 30. For more information call 604-796-9822 or 604-796-2723.

CALLING ALL CRAFTERS

The Chilliwack & District Senior Resources Society Time Out Program hosts a Christmas Craft & Bake Sale on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mt. Cheam Lions Hall, 45580 Spadina Ave. Craft tables for rent for $20. For more information or to book a table call 604-795-3576.

OPERA BUS TO VANCOUVER

A bus leaves for Chilliwack for Vancouver Opera performances on the following dates and for the following shows: Eugene Onegin, Nov. 29; Carmen, Jan. 31; Rigoletto, Mar. 14; Salome, May 9. Fare is $26 per return trip. Contact Marian Peterson at 604-824-0329 or Elaine Gray 604-858-3840 or Barb Murray 604-858-5750.

CHILLIWACK FAMILY CHRISTMAS

Next up at the Chilliwack Museum, 45820 Spadina Ave., is Chilliwack Family Christmas from Dec. 1 to 23. Transport back in time with displays of wondrous Christmas vignettes. Museum is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

ART SALE

On now until Dec. 5 a something-for-everyone arts sale is on at the Artists Gallery, 45899 Henderson Ave. This show and sale of members' artwork will have pieces priced $200 and under. Gallery is open for the sale Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

DICKENS DINNER

The Chilliwack Academy of Music hosts the annual Dickens Dinner on Friday, Dec. 5 and will be held once again at the beautiful Minter Gardens in Rosedale. This gala event is a holiday tradition for both academy supporters and the public and includes a silent auction, gourmet food, Victorian style decorations, strolling carollers, brass fanfares and musical presentations. Tickets are $80 each and must be purchased in advance either in person at the Chilliwack Academy of Music or over the telephone with a credit card by calling 604-792-0790. A portion of the ticket price will be tax receipted.

MCCARDELL AT COLES

Renowned news reporter and author Mike McCardell will attend a book signing for his new book, Getting to the Bubble: Finding Magic Amid the Urban Roar on Dec. 6 at Coles in Cottonwood Mall 10 a.m. to noon.

BEST XMAS PAGEANT EVER

The Chilliwack Players' Guild presents the Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Come out and enjoy this funny and heartwarming Christmas tale that is sure to delight audiences of all ages. Dec. 10 to 13 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Chilliwack Arts Centre. Tickets are $12.50 for adults and $10.50 for students.

HEARTS OF AFRICA

The Hearts for Africa Silent Auction & Dinner will be held Saturday, Nov. 22 at Free Reformed Church, 45471 Yale Road West. At 5 p.m. the auction starts and at 6 p.m. dinner is served. Admission is by donation with 100 per cent of all proceeds going towards some of the neediest chidlren of Liberia, their school and their teachers. Please visit www.heartsforafricanow.com.

FULL SPECTRUM

On now at the City Hall Art Gallery is Jan Dawson's paintings with a focus on animal friends. In her paintings she endeavours to explore the Full Spectrum of her experience through the brighter joy and innocent beauty of animals and the natural world. Show is on until the new year. City Hall Art Gallery is at 8550 Young Rd. and is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

PLAYERS SOUGHT

The Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and the Fraser Valley Philharmonic Society are currently accepting instrumentalists for the upcoming performance of the Messiah on Dec. 20, 2008. Interested players should call 604-316-2729 or 604-316-8796.

SIGN UP FOR ARTS DIRECTORY

Artists and their respective organizations are encouraged to sign up for the 2009/10 Arts Directory due out in January, 2009. Free listings are available and will include a contact name and number. A membership purchase of $15 will entitle the artist to a biographical paragraph and a photo image of the artist's choice. A $25 membership is required for groups who would like to include information beyond the basics. An application is available at www.chilliwackartscouncil.com or, if you require more information, please call 604-792-2069.

JAM AT THE RHOMBUS

Thursday nights jams are held at the Rhombus Hotel from 8 a.m. to midnight.

IN SYNC

The Chilliwack Harmony Chorus meets each week on Tuesdays at 7:15 p.m. at the Christ Lutheran Church Hall at 9460 Charles St. Interested singers are asked to call Barry Birtch at 604-792-1442 or Gerry Sandau at 604-858-2404.

THEY BE JAMMIN TOO

Rock/Blues/Country jams are held every Sunday night at 8 p.m. at the Army and Navy Veterans Club at 46268 Yale Rd. Equipment is provided.