2018 Spring Program Guide - Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture

& Events

MAY 12 + 13

JUNE 3 - 9

JUNE 23

HANEY FARMERS MARKET Memorial Peace Park, Maple Ridge Saturdays from May 12 to October 6 9:00 AM-2:00 PM This popular event is held every Saturday from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM beginning May 12, ending on October 6 in Memorial Peace Park. For more information and for indoor autumn and winter market dates (TBA) visit www.haneyfarmersmarket.org.

SENIORS’ WEEK Seniors’ Week celebrates seniors and their many contributions and provides an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the integral part seniors play in communities across BC. The communities of Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows have a wide array of special events and activities planned. Watch for the calendar of events and have fun celebrating BC’s Seniors. For information, contact Heather Treleaven, Seniors Network Coordinator at emaill: seniorsnetworkmpk@gmail.com or (604) 786-7404. FATHER’S DAY FISH RELEASE Maple Ridge Park 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Join the Alouette River Management Society & Maple Ridge Adopt-a-Stream Program in releasing 5000 Chinook salmon fry into the South Alouette River. This is a FREE event where you can learn about the pacific salmon life cycle and other wildlife in the Alouette watershed. Bring the whole family as everyone is welcome to participate. For more information visit: www.alouetteriver.org. JUNE 17

NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY CELEBRATION Memorial Peace Park, Maple Ridge 10:00 AM-2:00 PM In recognition of National Aboriginal Day on June 21, this event features the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of our First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. Traditional dance, music and ceremonial blessings, a Bannock cook-off, a Farmers’ Market, community displays, Indigenous games, crafts and interactive activities bring people of all ages together for an exciting community gathering.

INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? For civic volunteer opportunities with the City of Maple Ridge including Parks, Recreation & Culture contact 604-467-7325 volunteer@mapleridge.ca

ART STUDIO TOUR Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows

various locations 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

On Mother’s Day weekend, many local artists open their studios for visitors. Enjoy a unique opportunity. Meet the artist at work, hear the stories behind their art and gain insight into their creative process. The self-guided tour features potters, jewellers, painters, sculptors and more. Visit www.artstudiotour.ca to download a map of the tour.

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