THIS WEEK
• ‘Wonka’ Movie Night: June 7, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at North Delta Centre for the Arts. Armed with nothing but a hat-full of dreams, young chocolatier Willy Wonka manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time. Popcorn is included with your $5 admission, and concession items will be for sale. Register at cityofdelta.perfectmind.com.
• Vancouver Landfill Open House: June 8, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 5400 72nd St. Bring your family and join us for a fun-filled behind-the-scenes tour of the Vancouver Landfill in Delta and find out where your garbage and green waste ends up. Hop inside a piece of landfill equipment; take a guided bus tour of the landfill; learn about zero waste and environmental conservation through hands-on displays; meet the trained hawks and falcons of the Bird Control Team; get creative with face painting, arts and crafts and more; unleash your green thumb and pot some plants; enjoy free food and refreshments; and so much more!
• Whole Lotta Art: June 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at North Delta recreation Centre. Artist and artisan members of the society as well as members of the community will be showing and selling their wares during Watershed Artworks’ annual outdoor artisan market in the Social Heart Plaza next month. If you would like booth space, please inquire at watershedartworksevents@gmail.com. For more event information, visit watershedartworks.ca.
• Music in the Neighbourhood Concert: June 9, 6:30 p.m. at the North Delta Centre for the Arts, 11425 84th Ave. Please join us at our 5th concert performed by local children and youth (ages 5-18) on piano, harp, violin, viola, flute, guitar and cello, featuring classical music repertoire and world-famous music. We will have both solo performances and ensembles, and many of these kids have been studying music for over 10 years and finished their RCM ARCT level. Admission is free but we are raising funds for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Balding for Dollars program to help the oncology kids fight cancer; your donations would be greatly appreciated. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. For more information, please email musicintheneighbourhood@gmail.com.
• Free Children’s Book Fair: June 11, 1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. at North Delta Recreation Centre, 11415 84th Ave. Kids can get a jump start on their summer reading at a free book fair at the North Delta Rec Centre. With hundreds of brand-new and gently-used books from which to choose, there’s a great selection for all ages and tastes. Visitors also have a chance to win door prizes, including donations from United Way, Delta Community Literacy, the George Mackie Library and more. Hosted by United Way Hi Neighbour initiative and Delta Community Literacy, the book fair helps support children’s literacy, long established as a critical component of lifelong learning. Quantities are limited, while supplies last. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
• Delta Amateur Radio Society Annual Field Day: June 22-23 at North 40 Park Reserve. Members of the Delta Amateur Radio Society (DARS) will be participating in the Field Day emergency preparedness exercise June 22-23. The purpose of the exercise is to deploy and operate amateur radio equipment in a remote location, independent of existing power and communication infrastructure. Since its inception in 1933, the annual Field Day event has grown to involve over 35,000 amateur radio operators in North America. Operators, known as “hams,” set up stations in remote locations using emergency power sources such as generators, batteries or solar power, and over a continuous 24-hour period attempt to make contact with as many other amateur stations as possible. DARS will be establishing seven radio stations providing communications using voice, data and Morse code. The park is open to the public and all are welcome to visit from 11 a.m. Saturday to 11 a.m. Sunday. For more information, please visit deltaamateurradio.com/fieldday.
• Canada Day: July 1 (time TBA) at Chalmers Park 11400 76A Ave. The City of Delta is partnering with the North Delta Lions Club to expand Canada Day celebrations by amalgamating them with the North Delta Family Day parade and festival. This year, Canada Day in North Delta will feature a parade on a new route, opening ceremonies and cake cutting at Chalmers Park, a festival featuring live entertainment and a headlining performance by Soulstream, carnival games provided by Delta Church, inflatables, and a cultural corner. The North Delta Lions Club will host their iconic BBQ and the famous Lion Slide inflatable, with Punjabi Maihi Church and Delta Church providing more delicious food options. Also new this year, the event will include an adult beverage garden sponsored by the Delta Firefighters Charitable Society. Capping off the celebrations will be the always-popular fireworks display. Times and more event details to be announced.
NATURE
• Pollinator Week Movie: ‘My Garden of a Thousand Bees’: June 20, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at North Delta Centre for the Arts. Did you know that the City of Delta is Pollinator Steward Certified? Come learn about ways to attract pollinators to your home garden or patio planter with a viewing of the documentary Nature: My Garden of a Thousand Bees. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the film starting. Register for free at cityofdelta.perfectmind.com.
• Pollinator Walk & Talk: June 27, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Douglas J Husband Discovery Centre. Did you know that the City of Delta is Pollinator Steward Certified? Come learn about ways to attract pollinators to your home garden or patio planter, and afterwards take a walk over to City Hall to see an example of a demonstration pollinator garden. Limited to 30 spots; register for free today at cityofdelta.perfectmind.com.
MUSIC
• Delta Concert Band Spring Concert: June 22, 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. at North Delta Centre for the Arts. Come and enjoy a free concert at the North Delta Centre for the Arts performed by our local Delta Concert Band. Donations for goods for the food bank are welcome! Reserve your ticket for free at cityofdelta.perfectmind.com.
• Open Stage: Last Friday of the month (June 28), 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; North Delta Centre for the Arts, 11425 84th Ave.; Entertain and be entertained. Share the stage with a variety of singers, musicians, poets, actors and dancers in this intergenerational monthly evening. Performing not your thing? Then sit back and enjoy the show! Doors open at 7 p.m., with showtime at 7:30. Light refreshments will be served. $5 entry for all. Register for Open Stage at cityofdelta.perfectmind.com.
• Delta Ukulele Circle: First Saturday of the month (July 6), 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.; North Delta Centre for the Arts, 11425 84th Ave.; Led by Gary Cyr, the Delta Ukulele Circle is an enthusiastic, welcoming and supportive crowd of music lovers with an appreciation for the ukulele. This tiny instrument provides a unique opportunity for individuals wanting to play and enjoy music together with others in a very social setting. Admission is $5. Doors open at 2 p.m, circle starts at 2:30 p.m. Register at cityofdelta.perfectmind.com. More information at deltaukes.com.
MOVIE NIGHTS
• ‘DC League of Superpets’: June 14, 6:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. at North Delta Centre for the Arts. Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime side-by-side in Metropolis. However, Krypto must master his own powers for a rescue mission when Superman is kidnapped. Popcorn is included with your $5 admission, and concession items will be for sale. Register at cityofdelta.perfectmind.com.
WRITING
• Writers’ Circles: First Wednesday of the month (July 3), 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the George Mackie Library; First Sunday of the month (July 7), 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Douglas J Husband Discovery Centre. Delta Literary Arts Society hosts these supportive gatherings for writers of all levels with prompts, optional sharing and time for socializing led by caring and creative facilitators Angela Rebrec (Ladner dates) and Anna Eastland (North Delta dates). Sponsored by the City of Delta and Fraser Valley Regional Library.
FUN RUN
• Summer Solstice Run, Walk, and Roll: June 20, 6:30 p.m. at Delta Police headquarters, 4455 Clarence Taylor Cres. Celebrate the summer solstice by participating in a 2K or 5K run, walk and roll, followed by food and entertainment for the whole family, on the grounds at Delta Police headquarters. Come out to celebrate summer while supporting The Delta Police Foundation and their efforts to make our community even better. To register for the event, visit raceroster.com/events/2024/88537/summer-solstice-5k.
HOBBIES/CRAFTS
• Knit ‘n’ Stitch: Fridays, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St.; Hosted by Fraser Valley Regional Library.
SENIORS
• Drop-In Technology Help: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Tsawwassen Town Centre, 1249 56th St.; ElderCollege Delta offers drop-in technology help most Wednesdays. For further information or to register, please email eldercollegedelta@gmail.com.
BOOK CLUBS
• Tuesday Evening Book Club: second Tuesday of the month (June 11), 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.; George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St.; Join us to discuss books in a casual setting. New members are welcome. Books are provided.
HEALTH/ WELLNESS
• Yin Yoga: Every Monday, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.; Deltassist, 9097 120th St.; The main goal of Yin Yoga is to open joints, stretch deep tissue and release deep, long held emotion. In Yin Yoga we learn how to better listen to our bodies, by allowing ourselves to slow down enough to listen to the clues from the unconscious mind of what is actually going on we learn everything we need to know. Note: You will want to have a few pillows (couch, bed or throw pillows will work fine), as well as a blanket or two to ensure you are nice and comfy as well as fully supported for your practice. Register by emailing Carlee (carleef@deltassist.com) two days before the class.
• Restorative Yoga: Every Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Deltassist, 9097 120th St.; Restorative Yoga is designed to provide support and help the body relax. Often referred to as active relaxation we learn to fully support our physical bodies in order to allow for a gentle opening and softening in to relaxation. Register by emailing Carlee (carleef@deltassist.com) two days before the class.
• Hatha Yoga, Breath & Mindfulness Meditation: Every Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.; Deltassist, 9097 120th St.; Whether you’re seeking stress relief, improved flexibility, or simply a moment of tranquility in your busy day and life, these classes will provide a nurturing space for you to unwind and connect with yourself from a space of kindness and compassion. Register by emailing Carlee (carleef@deltassist.com) two days before the class.
OUTREACH/SUPPORT
• Deltassist has many options. For full details, visit deltassist.com/counselling.
