City of Surrey Fall 2018 Recreation Guide

Heritage

A Real Blast to Surrey’s Past! A marching band makes its way through downtown Cloverdale during the 1955 Surrey Fall Fair. The first Fall Fair was held at the Municipal Hall and fairgrounds in Surrey Centre on Friday, September 28, 1888, hosted by the District of Surrey Agricultural Association. Image courtesy of the Surrey Archives

SEE MORE WITH THE ONLINE HERITAGE SEARCH Enter the searchable online database at surrey.ca/ heritage. Browse photos, historic documents and artifacts from Surrey’s past.

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A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS Did you know that admission to your new Museum of Surrey, Historic Stewart Farm and Archives' talks have been generously sponsored by the Friends of the Surrey Museum & Archives Society through Endowment Fund income? Visitors do not have to pay the regular admission fee and are welcome to make a donation to the Endowment Fund at the door.

Events

DROP-IN

Olde Harvest Fair Saturday, September 22 11:00am-3:00pm Historic Stewart Farm All ages Celebrate fall, food and farming with live music, local artisans, farm-style activities, the Re-enactors, a food truck and more. Bring a non-perishable food item for the local food bank. Seniors Day Sunday, September 30 12noon-3:00pm Historic Stewart Farm 55yrs+ Remember when? Seniors explore and reminisce about the past with help from our Recollection Collection and other activities in the farmhouse, pole barn and garden.

Heritage Family Day: Haunted Farm Saturday, October 27

12noon-3:00pm

Historic Stewart Farm All ages A shadowy barn, creaky floorboards, rustling trees–visit our haunted farm if you dare! This safe and fun family drop-in shares old-time All Hallow’s Eve traditions, crafts and spooky treats.

Hiding in Plain Sight Sunday, October 28

1:00pm-4:00pm

Museum of Surrey All ages Library and Archives Canada has loaned “The Hiding in Plain: Discovering the Métis Nation” exhibit to the museum. The spotlight event will feature Métis artisans and live entertainment. Filipino Fest Saturday, November 17 11:00am-3:00pm Museum of Surrey All ages We’ve partnered with the Surrey Filipino community to host a festival highlighting Filipino culture and cuisine. This family fiesta is a treat for all the senses – including lots tasty eats, music, dancing and more. All ages Celebrate the holiday of light with your family by crafting rustic Mason jar lanterns with simple materials. Complete your afternoon with a guided tour of the farmhouse and a sweet treat. Christmas Open House Saturday, December 8 11:00am-3:00pm Historic Stewart Farm All ages Bring your nearest and dearest to the farm to celebrate a Victorian Christmas. Enjoy live music, crafts and tasty treats in a seasonally decorated setting. Lantern Lights Sunday, December 2 Historic Stewart Farm 12noon-3:00pm

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Sketching Dinosaurs Friday, October 5 Museum of Surrey

5:30pm-8:00pm

All ages Be inspired by the dinos in our feature gallery. Just grab your materials, relax and get drawing. Museum guests of any skill level are invited to sketch the dinosaurs while we are closed to visitors.

INDIGENOUS WELCOMING

RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY WITH MAYOR AND COUNCIL

Happy Birthday William Stewart Saturday, October 6

MEET A REAL PALEONTOLOGIST

12noon-3:00pm

Museum of Surrey All ages Celebrate eldest Stewart son William’s birthday with popcorn and hot apple cider while playing old-fashioned games.

FACE PAINTING | FOOD TRUCKS LIVE ENTERTAINMENT HAVE YOUR PHOTO TAKEN WITH STILT WALKERS AND MASCOTS

Latin Fiesta Saturday, October 20 Museum of Surrey

1:00pm-4:00pm

All ages Do you love the hip-shaking sounds of Latin music? Does Latin food make your mouth water? Bring the family to the museum for this vibrant fiesta of all the senses that includes crafts, dancing, food and more.

Also explore our innovative and interactive exhibits such as theTD Explore Zone, Textile Centre, Indigenous Hall and this Fall’s temporary blockbuster exhibition, Dinosaurs Unearthed!

BOO-seum Saturday, October 27 Museum of Surrey

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1:00pm-4:00pm

All ages Design your own Jack O’ Lantern, go on a spooktacular scavenger hunt in the exhibit galleries, guess the ghoul and guts, and compete for best costume and strut your stuff in our parade.

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