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It has been a community effort to construct the town, including paint donated by General Paints, and lumber supplied by Rona.

A multitude of volunteers have worked tirelessly to build the display in time for the July 1 celebration, and Abbotsford Major Bruce Banman even showed up to offer his support. For Banman, the display represents the opportunity for small businesses in Abbotsford to thrive and contribute to the community. “I want future generations to know there is a secure job market here,” says Banman, who believes the western town will become a backdrop for many other events this summer including the Agrifair and the Berry Festival. “I would encourage all businesses to get involved in the Wild, Wild West theme because it’s fun, so let’s have some fun this summer.”

As director of Luxor Wood Products, JT Taylor watches the doors of the mock town slowly being painted, he refl ects those sentiments of camaraderie within the communality. “We ought to be proud of ourselves here in Abbotsford,” says Taylor, “because the little guys

have a chance out here, we are all one big family.”

Canada Day at Exhibition Park is one of Abbotsford’s most popular single day events, with nearly 20,000 participants throughout the day.

Bring the family to watch the Prospera Credit Union Parade cruise down South Fraser Way at 11am, then enjoy the food displays, 12 play zones, artisan markets, hayrides, pony rides and much more free family fun.

This year’s main stage features talented local performers including the MEI Drum Line, Calvin Dyck and the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra, sounds of old-time blues and jazz by Kat & Tony, and One More Girl - two sisters from Vancouver hailed for their diverse music that mixes country, pop and rock.

At night there is the fi reworks celebration, brought to you in part by the Calgary Flames, to fi nish off the festivities.

With the unveiling of new western town display, and plenty more to see and do, this Canada Day there is no better place to be than right here at home in Abbotsford.

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Check out what’s happening in the community!June 22Elsay will perform their blend of new and traditional Irish and Scottish folk at the Clayburn Gourmet Gallery, at 8 p.m. on June 22. The concert is part of the 2013 Envision Financial Coffee House Concert Series. Elsay is a fi ve-piece band who provide a fresh new sound in Canadian folk, with rhythmic and energetic guitar, whistle and fi ddling that will get your feet tapping. For more information visit www.abbotsfordartscouncil.org

July 1The City of Abbotsford will host a Prospera Credit Union Canada Day celebration, kicking off with a parade at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 1. Events will run throughout the day at the Abbotsford Exhibition Park, including local performers, play zones, hayrides, mini-golf, a petting zoo and more. A fi reworks display will be held at 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.abbotsford.ca

July 6 - 7Historic Downtown Abbotsford will play host to the 32nd Annual BerryBeat Festival. The festival runs 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 6, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 7. The weekend kicks off with a Saturday pancake breakfast at 9 a.m. Festivities will include entertainment, a rock-climbing wall, mini-golf, a bouncy house and a dunk tank. There will also be a variety of street vendors and fantastic deals offered by the great merchants and restaurants of downtown Abbotsford. For more information, visit www.downtownabbotsford.com

July 11The Reach Gallery Museum will host an opening for its summer exhibitions on July 11, at 7 p.m. The event will unveil six stimulating and eclectic exhibitions that will be on display from July 11 until Sept. 8. The summer series includes exhibits by Chris Woods, Don Bladon and Brian Croft, David Kilvert and Krista Kilvert, and the Warm Zone, the Women’s Resource Society of the Fraser Valley. For more information, visit www.thereach.ca

July 13For lovers of classic cars, the Mill Lake Cruise-In will run on Saturday, July 13. The event will feature up to 700 vehicles, and runs from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds from the event will go to the MSA Museum Society and the Abbotsford Arts Council. For more information, visit www.abbotsfordartscouncil.org

July 21The 2013 Touch-a-Truck will be held at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre on Sunday, July 21. The event is a fun, hands-on, educational experience for the whole family that runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Machine operators will be on hand to talk to children about the machines and to answer questions. Vehicles and interactive displays from Central Fraser Valley Transit, Abbotsford Forestry Equipment & Supplies, Recycling Abbotsford, Bobcat Country Equipment and Eagle West Crane & Trucking are just a few that will be on site. Proceeds from the barbecue lunch will benefi t Matthew’s House and the Abbotsford Hospice Society. For more information visit www.abbotsfordcentre.ca

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Township 7 Vineyards and Winery offers a wide range of VQA wines—red, white, rosé—made from B.C. grapes. Lucky for us in the Fraser Valley, they just happen to have a vineyard, tasting room and winery store in Langley.

And that’s where we went last Sunday.

Township 7 hosted an interesting and fun event titled, Wine & Swine, where T7 wines were paired with different styles of bacon from Beast and Brine as well as bourbon-glazed, candied-bacon-topped doughnuts from Cartems Donuterie. Part proceeds of the day went to support PADS, an organization that raises and trains assistance dogs for people with physical disabilities or who are deaf or hard of hearing.

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Township 7’s Rosé ($15.99/12.5% ABV) is comprised of fi ve grape varieties: Chardonnay 56%, Pinot Noir 19%, Muscat 12%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Merlot 5%. The Pinot Noir and Chardonnay were co-fermented, with the other varieties blended in masterfully by winemaker Bradley Cooper to create a fruity, juicy, quaffable wine that is perfectly suited for the patio. This wine was paired brilliantly with prosciutto.

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Through the teachings of various wise instructors, she learned that each move has its own history and meaning, all expressed through different styles of dance. Marsh soon discovered Tribal Fusion, which is a modern version of belly dance that blends “foundational style” and fuses it with infl uential urban styles, paired with mainstream music.

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The benefi ts of belly dance include physical, emotional, social and mental, by using the concentration of every aspect of the body to move, and fueling a reconnection within to sensuality and creativity. “It’s one of the few dance forms that truly embraces every shape and every age,” says Marsh, whose oldest student is 70 years old.

Marsh believes her growth as a dancer and as an instructor has stemmed from forming a sense of community within her studio.

“Tha Realm’s mission is to be a creative and open dance space for dancers and artists to collaborate, create, rehearse and train,” says Marsh.

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PROPER SEASONING: Ready for a classic Chef Jeff technique? Grab a large, fl at, white plate. Take a generous pinch of table salt. Hold your hand about a foot above the plate, and let the salt fall in a nice, even layer over the plate. Place your steak on the seasoned plate, and with the same foot-high fl ourish, season the other side. Finish with a dramatic pinch of fresh, cracked black pepper, and take a bow.

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Carnivals, fairs and street festivals can make for fun family outings. The nice weather just beckons people outdoors, and weekend after weekend resourceful carnival goers can probably fi nd a fair nearby. But revelers need to make sure their experiences are as safe as they are fun.

The Outdoor Amusement Business Association estimates 500 million guests visit carnivals, fairs and festivals each year. More than half of them participate in mobile amusement rides, among other recreational pursuits. Such pursuits can not only be fun, but they also can be dangerous, especially for young children. As a result, parents taking their kids along to enjoy this wholesome fun should consider the following precautions.

• BE PREPARED. Research the fair or carnival and know what to expect when you arrive. How big is it? What are the types of attractions and what vendors will be included? What is the parking situation? Are strollers allowed? Knowing what to expect can make the occasion a little less stressful.

• DRESS FOR THE WEATHER. It is important to wear sturdy, comfortable footwear. Many carnivals are set up in fi elds or empty parking lots. There will be a lot of walking, and you want to be sure you are comfortable. Avoid wearing any dangling clothes and jewelry. Tie back long hair to reduce your risk of accidents on rides.

• IDENTIFY SECURITY GUARDS OR A SECURITY KIOSK UPON ENTERING. Let children know where safety personnel are stationed. Establish a meet-up point that is very conspicuous should anyone get separated from the group. This central location will be checked fi rst and should be easily identifi able for young children. Instruct the child to stay there until you fi nd him or her.

• GIVE YOUR CHILD YOUR NUMBER. Even if your child has memorized your phone number, it might be hard for them to remember in a high-pressure situation, such as being lost. Put your name on a sheet of paper in your child’re pocket or write it on their arm with a Sharpie.

• TAKE A CURRENT PHOTO. Use your smartphone or camera to snap a picture of your children when you arrive at the event. This way you will have a method of helping others identify them should they get lost.

• PLAY THE “WHAT AM I WEARING?” GAME before going into any crowded place. Tell your kids to take a good look at you, then close their eyes and get them to tell you what you’re wearing. If they ever get separated, it might help them locate you in a crowd. And they’d be able to describe you to a park employee or other helpful adult.

• LOOK FOR INSPECTION STICKERS. Carnival rides often have to be inspected for safety. If the ride doesn’t have a current inspection sticker, don’t ride it.

• STAY HYDRATED. Dehydration is common when spending hours outdoors in warm weather. It can make a person dizzy and feeling sick to their stomach. If you feel thirsty, you already are dehydrated.

Fairs are staples of the warm-weather season across the country. These enjoyable outings are even more fun when families play it safe.

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