THIS WEEK
• 'My Hero': June 13-28 at Tsawwassen Arts Centre, 1172 56th St. The Sidekick Players present Norm Foster's My Hero, directed by Norman White. Forty-year-old Jim Devine has moved back in with his mom...he’s divorced, he’s getting his life back together, but it's taken some time — five years of time! Well, the clock is running out, things are changing, his mom’s dating the gardener, and Jim has his work cut out for him. A story about change, and love, and new beginnings. Matinée shows Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.; evening shows Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $22 for adults, $20 for seniors. To reserve tickets, call 604-288-2415.
MUSIC
• Open Stage: Last Friday of the month (June 27), 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 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 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 for performers and non-performers. Light refreshments served. Register at cityofdelta.perfectmind.com.
• Elvis tribute artist Ben Klein: June 27, 7:30 p.m. at East Delta Hall. It's dinner and a show as international award-winning Elvis tribute artist Ben Klein brings "Paradise Hawaiian Style" to East Delta Hall for one night only. Doors and bar open at 5 p.m., dinner served at 6, followed by the show at 7:30. Tickets are $49.95 at mrmomsworldcatering.com.
• Delta Ukulele Circle: First Saturday of the month (July 5), 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 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.
MOVIES
• Summer Solstice Matinée: June 21, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St. Celebrate the beginning of summer with a free movie matinée at the George Mackie Library! Helen Hunt directs and stars in Ride, a drama co-starring Luke Wilson, Brenton Thwaites, Leonor Varela and David Zayas about a mother who travels cross-country to California to be with her son after he decides to drop out of school and become a surfer.
• Classic Cinema & Afternoon Tea: July 20, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Cascades Casino Delta, 6005 Highway 17A. Join us for a delightful afternoon tea with savouries, scones and sweets, followed by a handpicked cinematic gem: the 1951 musical romantic comedy An American in Paris. All ages welcome. Seating is limited. Tickets $40 plus taxes and gratuity, available at Guest Services or online at eventbrite.ca.
CRAFT MARKET
• Christmas in July Market: July 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4463 104th St. The Roost Barntique is hosting some of the North Delta Artisan and Gift Market vendors for a Christmas in July Market. Along with a fun selection of antiques, there will be a number of crafts including sewed items (blankets, placemats, aprons etc.), pottery by George, botanical arrangements, handmade dolls and toys, bags of all sizes and accessories, hand-stamped greeting cards, fresh made incense, hand felted gift items (soaps, pictures, etc.), gift packages, seasonal gifts, wreaths, baked goods, and picnic packs. For more information, visit ndartmarket.ca.
FARMERS MARKETS
• North Delta Farmers Market: Every other Saturday through Oct. 4 (next market on June 14), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at North Delta Recreation Centre, 11415 84th Ave. Join us this summer at North Delta Recreation Centre for the North Delta Farmers Market. This season will feature an incredible lineup of local farmers, artisans, and food vendors, along with family-friendly activities and live entertainment. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or discovering the market for the first time, this is your chance to experience the best of North Delta’s local scene. Market dates this season: June 28, July 12 and 26, Aug. 9 and 23, Sept. 6 and 20, Oct 4. Learn more at thecollectivemarkets.ca/pages/north-delta-farmers-market.
• Ladner Village Market: Every other Sunday through Sept. 21 (next market on June 22), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year marks the market’s 29th season in Ladner Village. A gathering place for friends and family, the Ladner Village Market has become a destination outing for visitors from throughout the Lower Mainland and beyond. Featuring over 160 artisan vendors each day, the market is one of western Canada’s largest open air markets. We have some exciting updates for our 2025 season, including an expanded market site and additional market date at the end of the season. Market dates this season: July 6 and 20, Aug. 10 and 24, Sept. 7 and 21. Learn more at thecollectivemarkets.ca/pages/ladner-village-market.
CANADA DAY
• Canada Day in North Delta: July 1, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Chalmers Park (11400 76A Ave.). Join the City of Delta, in partnership with the North Delta Lions Club, as we celebrate Canada Day at Chalmers Park. The festivities begin with a parade from 114th Street and 82nd Avenue, heading west towards 112th Street, then south along 112th to Burnsview Secondary School. The festival runs from 3:30 to 10 p.m., with an official opening ceremony at 4 p.m., plus fun activities, food services, roaming entertainers, children’s performers, live music and fireworks. If you would like to host a community booth at Chalmers Park, or participate in the parade, download and complete the forms at delta.ca/community-culture/happening-delta/events-calendar/canada-day-2025.
AIRSHOW
• Boundary Bay Airshow: July 19, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Boundary Bay Airport (7800 Alpha Way). The City of Delta and Alpha Aviation are thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Boundary Bay Airshow! This year’s airshow will delight all age groups with great performances and fan interactions by amazing pilots. We are thrilled to be welcoming the Canadian Forces Snowbirds as our headlining act. Airshow fans can look forward to exhilarating aerobatic performances from talented pilots such as Kyle Fowler, Vicky Benzing, Brad Wursten and Yuichi Takagi. Join us for another year of flying, family and fun! Admission is free. Gates open at 11 a.m., airshow starts at noon.
AMATEUR RADIO
• Delta Amateur Radio Scoiety Field Day: June 28-29 at the North 40 Park Reserve (adjacent to Boundary Bay Airport on Churchill Street). Members of the Delta Amateur Radio Society (DARS) will be participating in the annual Field Day emergency preparedness exercise June 28-29 at North 40 Park Reserve. 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. The operators, otherwise known as “hams,” set up stations in remote locations using emergency power sources such as generators, batteries or solar power. Over a continuous 24-hour period, they 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 during operating hours — from 11 a.m. Saturday to 11 a.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit deltaamateurradio.com/fieldday.
HOBBIES
• Knit ‘n' Stitch: Sundays, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St. Hosted by Fraser Valley Regional Library. Pack up your needles and yarn and head to the library. Knitting, crocheting, quilting, embroidery and weaving are fun ways to connect across the generations. Join members of all ages and abilities to share ideas and good conversation. This program does not involve instruction. Check out CreativeBug (creativebug.com/lib/fraservalley) for instructional videos to help you learn these skills.
WRITING
• Writers’ Circles: First Wednesday of the month (July 2), 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at North Delta Centre for the Arts, 11415 84th Ave.; first Sunday of the month (July 6), 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Douglas J Husband Discovery Centre, 4450 Clarence Taylor Cres. 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 Anna Eastland (North Delta dates) and Angela Rebrec (Ladner dates). Sponsored by the City of Delta and Leah Bach and the Abodwell Team.
• Composed Festival of Writing: June 26-28, various locations. Delta Literary Arts Society presents three days of free events, including a "Words on Fire" open mic at Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre (June 26, 6 to 7 p.m., 4450 Clarence Taylor Cres.); the annual slam poetry contest (June 27, 7 p.m., also at teh Discovery Centre); music, workshops, one-on-one writing consultations, a haiku contest, panels, book launches, vendors and exhibitors, food trucks and more at the North Delta Centre for the Arts (June 28, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 11425 84th Ave.); and a short film festival, also at the North Delta Centre for the Arts (June 28, 7 to 7:30 p.m., 11425 84th Ave.). For registration links, visit dlas.ca or eventbrite.ca.
NEWCOMERS
• BC Newcomer Services: First, second and Fourth Tuesday of the month (June 24), 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St. Are you an immigrant to British Columbia? We can help you with the following: Canadian Pension Plan application, Old Age Security application, Canadian passport application/renewal, security licence renewal application, and much more. Services offered in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Dari and Pashto. We welcome the following individuals: work permit holders, refugee claimants, study permit holders, and naturalized Canadian citizens. Settlement workers from S.U.C.C.E.S.S. (Dari/Pashto) comes one the first Tuesday of the month and settlement workers from PICS (English, Hindi, Punjabi) come on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.
PARENTS
• Free Separation Anxiety Workshop for Parents of Students Entering Kindergarten: June 19, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. via Zoom. Is your child starting kindergarten this year? Join the Delta School District for this free online workshop about separation anxiety by visiting ca01web.zoom.us/j/5021989793 next Thursday evening. Resources and materials from the workshop can also be found on the "Preparing for Kindergarten" page of the district's website: deltasd.bc.ca/preparing-for-kindergarten.
YOUTH
• Mackie Library Teen Advisory Group: First Thursday of the month (July 3), 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St. TAG members help library staff develop teen-oriented programs, assist at library events, and act as library representatives in North Delta's teen community. Monthly meetings are a time to socialize and plan ahead. Membership is a resumé booster and helps earn volunteer hours. Did we mention that there's free food? To join, fill out an application form and drop it off at the George Mackie Library. For ages 13 to 19.
SENIORS
• Drop-In Technology Help: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 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.
• Senior Saturdays: Weekly from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at George Mackie Library, 8440 112th St. Fraser Valley Regional Library encourages seniors to drop by the the George Mackie for a cup of tea and some conversation every Saturday.
• Surrey Singles Over Sixty: We are a friendly group that meet for dinners, cards, bowling, dancing, picnics, etc. We are based in the North Surrey/North Delta area. New members welcome. Call Julie at 604-218-2946.
HEALTH/WELLNESS
• Yin Yoga: Every Monday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 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. to 8:30 p.m. at 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. to 10:30 a.m. at 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.
