Summer Recreation Guide 2017

Special Events

June 21 Wednesday 3pm-8pm National Aboriginal Day Celebration Bridgeview Community Centre Come and share in drumming, dancing story-telling, face painting, children’s games and activities as well as an opportunity to connect with and learn more about our local First Nations and Metis! This event also includes a FREE Community BBQ. June 24 Saturday 11am-2pm Park Play Palooza Holly Park 10706 148 Street All ages partnersinparks@surrey.ca | 604-501-5050 Kick-off the start of Surrey’s Park Play program with Palooza! Park Play is a free summer drop-in program for kids in parks across Surrey during July and August. Visit www.surrey.ca/events for Park Play program details and summer schedule. June 28 - August 30 Sounds of Summer Various times & locations All ages www.surrey.ca/events 604-501-5050 partnersinparks@surrey.ca From Canadiana to Sitar and Tabla, join us Wednesdays for our FREE summer concert series in various parks across the City of Surrey. Please bring your own blankets or folding chairs to enjoy the performances. The schedule is listed on page 83. June - September Surrey Rides Event Series Surrey Youth Parks Skateboard, BMX and Scooter events that feature jams, demos and contests, and provide a safe competitive environment for local youth. Details at www.surrey.ca/surreyrides July - August Live 5-2-1-0 Playboxes BE ACTIVE and access sports equipment and games with Live 5-2-1-0 Playboxes located throughout Surrey. Simply unlock the box, enjoy the gear, return it when finished and have fun! Call 604-501-5100 or email beactive@surrey.ca to request an access code to unlock the box. The locations are listed in the Summer Day Camp insert on page 13.

July - August Saturday 2pm-3pm Guided Nature Walks Drop in Surrey Nature Centre All ages 14225 Green Timbers Way 604-502-6065 www.surrey.ca/naturecentre Join us for a family-friendly nature walk. Visit often to experience the seasonal changes along the trails of the Surrey Nature Centre and get to know the plants and wildlife who call this place home. Parent participation required for children age 13 years and under. July - August Wed 6pm-8pm Learn To Fish At Green Timbers Learn where, when and how to catch fish! Join the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC for a hands-on program about fish habitat and conservation. Participants are given time to fish in the lake and equipment is provided. Parent participation required. Call the Surrey Nature Centre to register 604-502-6065. 1 Session $5/participant Suggested donation 5-15yrs W 6pm-8pm Jul 5 4541463 W 6pm-8pm Jul 19 4541464 W 6pm-8pm Aug 2 4541465 W 6pm-8pm Aug 16 4541466 Meet at Green Timbers Urban Forest Lake Parking lot is located in the 14600 block of 100 Ave. July - August Wed 5:30pm-7:30pm Wild Wednesdays Surrey Nature Centre All ages 14225 Green Timbers Way 604-502-6065 www.surrey.ca/naturecentre Visit us mid-week for a family nature break. Discover our natural surroundings and go at your own pace as you pick and choose from our themed activities. Bring a picnic to make an evening of your visit. Parent participation required for children age 13 years and under. July - August Fridays 8pm Friday Movie Nights In Cloverdale Don Christian Recreation Centre July 7 & 21. August 4 & 18 Katzie Elementary School 6887 194A St. July 14 & 28, August 11 & 25 Bring your blankets, chairs and snacks for outdoor movie night! Activities start at 8pm, show starts at dusk. If it looks like rain, call Cloverdale Recreation Centre for event status 604-598-7960.

July 1 Saturday 10am-11pm Surrey’s Canada Day www.surrey.ca/canadaday Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre

July 4 - August 30 8am-4pm Park Connect At Bear Creek Park 13750 - 88 Avenue Get connected to Bear Creek Park this summer. Care for, play in and discover your park through a variety of programs for all ages. Schedule online. Rain or shine. No programs on statutory holidays. Parent participation is required. July 4 - August 30 Park Play Drop In Various times & locations All ages 604-501-5050 Join Park Play staff this summer in your neighbourhood! Summer staff will be at 45 parks each week with free sports, games, and other inclusive activities for your community. *Schedule runs weekly. No programs on statutory holidays. The schedule is listed in the Summer Day Camps insert on page 8. Parent participation is required. www.surrey.ca/parkplay partnersinparks@surrey.ca Meet new friends and enjoy weekly outdoor fun, such as guided nature walks, live music, active games, and more. Sessions run rain or shine. Themes vary weekly and by location. BEAR CREEK PARK 13750 88 Avenue 604-501-5050 Wednesdays July 5-Aug 23 FRANCIS PARK 15951 83 Avenue 604-501-5050 Wednesdays July 5-Aug 23 HISTORIC STEWART FARM 13723 Crescent Road 604-592-6956 Fridays July 7-Aug 25 July Weekends 11am-3pm Darts Hill Garden Strolls July 8, 9, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 Darts Hill Garden Park 1633 170 Street Entrance by Donation All Ages www.dartshill.ca 604-501-5050 partnersinparks@surrey.ca Take a summer stroll through this plantsman’s garden and discover rare and unusual trees and shrubs. Pathways are gravel with slight to steeper inclines. All ages Drop In Monday to Friday www.surrey.ca/parkconnect 604-501-5050 July - August 1pm-3pm Seniors In The Park Drop-in 55yrs+

176 Street & 64th Avenue Fun for the whole family!

July 1 Saturday 11am-3pm Seniors’ Strawberry Tea Cloverdale Recreation Centre

A Canada Day tradition! On Canada Day each year, Mayor and Council host this community event and serve tea and strawberry cake to the seniors of Surrey. This hugely popular event draws 500 seniors from throughout the community. While supplies last. 11:00am Doors open to Strawberry Tea 12noon Strawberry Tea begins July 1&2 Sat & Sun 11am-7pm Dominion Days Festival Historic Stewart Farm All ages A pioneer spin on Canada 150! Bring your noisemakers for a callithumpian parade celebrating Canadian pride. Take in live music and entertainment as you sample the food trucks and watch the kids get their faces painted. Kick it old school with Surrey’s own Re-enactors, win prizes in classic lawn competitions, and enjoy a fun day at the park. July 4 & August 8 9:30am-11:30am City Hall Tour Take a tour of your City Hall! Learn about the City of Surrey and explore features of the building such as council chambers, the performing arts stage, and the Traffic Management Centre. This guided tour is led by staff and volunteers. NORTH 1 Session Free All Ages Tu 9:30am-11:30am Jul 4 4528848 Tu 9:30am-11:30am Aug 8 4528849 City Hall

20 SUMMER 2017  WWW.SURREY.CA/RECREATION  604.501.5100

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