GREETINGS! Each year the City of White Rock welcomes guests from all across Canada, and indeed, the world. White Rock offers something for everyone. You can bundle up and enjoy a quiet stroll along our famous waterfront and historic pier, or escape from the cold and pamper yourself at one of White Rock's luxurious day spas. If you're passionate about shopping, I'd like to remind you that White Rock is a unique destination shopping area. Come spend time browsing through our one-of-a-kind art galleries, gift & specialty stores. A trip to White Rock would not be complete without a meal at one of our many upscale cafes and restaurants. Eating dinner by candlelight, while watching the sunset over the water is one of my favourite ways to end the day. This winter, I would personally like to invite you to join us for the day and take advantage of our free waterfront parking from Monday to Thursdays now thru February 28, 2010. To learn more about what is happening in our community, I encourage you to visit the City's website at www.city.whiterock.bc.ca Looking forward to seeing you soon! Mayor Catherine Ferguson City of White Rock
Address:  15322 Buena Vista Avenue, White Rock
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JANUARY 23 TO APRIL 23 - White Rock Museum and Archives presents "Exotique", a show of new art by Katherine Siemens, running through March at the museum, at 14970 Marine Drive. Siemens, inspired by the art deco aesthetics of the 1920s and 1930s, brings an exotic twist to a timeless era. Mixed-media works combine gold leaf and antique lace with dancers and dragons, plus Asian tables, feathered frans, parasols and Buddhist shrines pulled by artist from the museum’s Maccaud-Nelson collection of exotica. The result is an appealing mix of art and culture, which highlights new work alongside some of the treasures of the museum’s collections. Admission is free. For more information, call 604-541-2222.
Address:  14970 Marine Drive, White Rock
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Four respected authors will be speaking on the Peninsula next month in a series of Wednesday Literary Lunches, hosted by Kwantlen Third Age Learning (TALK) and White Rock Leisure Services. Children's author Sue Ann Alderson will be the first to visit White Rock Community Centre, 15154 Russell Ave., on March 3. Widely known for her successful Bonnie McSmithers series, Alderson has taught at SFU and Capilano College, and was the initiator and sole instructor for UBC's Writing for Children program. Jan Drabek (March 10) a fiction and memoir writer, is the author of four novels. Former president of the Federation of BC Writers, he has also worked as a sailor, editor, journalist, settlement officer, broadcaster, travel clerk and teacher. Dr. Ross Laird (March 17) is an interdisciplinary scholar, consultant, teacher, creative artist and best-selling author. His first book Grain of Truth: The Ancient Lessons of Craft was shortlisted for the Governor General's Award and the BC Book Prize, and voted one of the 100 most important books for 2001 by the Globe and Mail. Matt Rader (March 24) is author of two highly acclaimed books of poetry, and his work has been nominated for numerous awards, including The National Magazine Award for Poetry and Fiction. He is currently professor of creative writing at Kwantlen. The sessions ($35) will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Participants can bring a bag lunch; complimentary beverages will be available. To register (registration closes Feb. 24) call facilitator Joanne Cunningham at 604-541-2432.

Address:  15154 Russell Avenue, White Rock

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Come to a free BCAA Traffic Safety Foundation Mature Driver's Workshop. You’ll learn about the changes that occur as we age and can interfere with our ability to drive safely plus you'll review your own driving and learn practical tips. For more information or to enroll call White Rock Leisure Services at 604-541-2231. Upcoming dates: April 16th - Friday 09:30 - 11:30 am; May 20th - Thursday 09:30 - 11:30 am; June 14th - Monday 09:30 - 11:30 am

Address:  15154 Russell Avenue, White Rock

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APRIL 4 & MAY 2 - The White Rock Farmers’ Market summer season may be over, but they're moving INDOORS for their Winter Markets. On November 8, December 6, April 4 and May 2, enjoy the new White Rock Farmers Market inside the White Rock Community Centre at the Miramar Village, at 15154 Russell Avenue next to the Whaling Wall building from 2pm to 6pm. They look forward to seeing you at the market. For more information, please call 604-897-(FARM)-3276 or check out the website at www.whiterockfarmersmarket.ca.
Address:  15154 Russell Avenue, White Rock
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The White Rock Peninsula Rotary Club presents a new season of high-definition opera at the Coast Capital Playhouse at 1532 Johnston Road in Uptown White Rock. Rossini’s Barber of Seville, as presented by the Teatro Real in Barcelona, Spain will be screened Sunday, April 25 at 2 p.m. Last Night Of The Proms, from the stage of London’s Royal Albert Hall is on Friday May 7 at 7 p.m. And Verdi’s La Traviata, performed at London’s Royal Opera House, Covent Garden will be shown Sunday May 9 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 and are available at the Coast Capital Playhouse box office at 604-536-7535.

Address:  1532 Johnston Road, White Rock

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SUNDAY, APRIL 25 - This spring, over 6,000 BC & Yukon Scotiabank MS Walk participants will come together in over 25 communities to raise funds in support of enhancing quality of life for those with MS and in support of research for a cure. In White Rock, the walk starts and finishes at Bayview Park at 14230 Marine Drive. Choose a 3 km, 5 km or 6.5 km route, all wheelchair/scooter accessible. Inline skaters are also welcome. Check-in 8am to 9:45am. Start is 10am. To register, call 604-602-3221 or 1-800-268-7582 or online at http://www.mssociety.ca/en/events/scwalk/online-fundraising.htm
Address:  14230 Marine Drive, White Rock
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The White Rock Players' Club are thrilled to announce their second season of Music in the Theatre. Last year's series was a huge success and this year promises to be even better. Wendy Bollard will be hitting the stage on May 8th for the second concert in the series. Joining her on stage will be Vancouver jazz musicians Kate Hammet-Vaughn, Laura Crema, Jodi Proznick, Jessie Cahill and Tilden Webb. The last concert of the series is on July 10th and will feature Canada's favourite blues band The Twisters. Get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. Tickets are $22.00 each or $60.00 for all 3 concerts and are available at Tapestry Music 1335 Johnston Road. The White Rock Players 1532 Johnston Road 604-536-7535 www.whiterockplayers.com wrpctix@uniserve.com
Address:  1532 Johnston Road, White Rock
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2010 Events: Movie Series - Seating starts at 6pm - Movie starts at dusk. Saturday July 3 - West Beach by the White Rock - How to Train Your Dragon Music by Glen Pearson Charity - Sources Outdoor Market & Artist Walk - 10am - dusk Friday July 30 - East Beach in front of Sideshows - Blue Hawaii staring Elvis presley Music - Elvis Impersonator - Robin Brown Charity - Whale House Saturday August 14 - Central Plaza - 'Happy Feet' Music - Rogue Messenger Charity - Saturday August 28 - Five Corners - Hair Spray starring John Travolta Music - Token Rhyme Charity - Community Policing Market - 10am - 5pm Festivals - Saturday Sept 11 - Uptown Summersault Festival 11am - 4pm Saturday Oct 23 - East/West Beach Pumpkin Festival 11am - 4pm Christmas Promotion - December 11 Bite of the Rock - Tuesday January 18- Monday February 7 2011

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Max Tell, the International Troubadour (Vancouver Children's Festival) will be busking on the beach of White Rock until mid October. Musical wit, wonder and wordplay, fun for the whole family. Most Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays From July to mid October Each show to start on the hour and run about 40 min. Locations: 1) Bear Sculpture East Beach Marine Drive @ Finlay St White Rock, BC 2) White Rock Pier Marine Drive @ Martin Street White Rock, BC If East Beach is free for a third performance, Max will be there after performing at the Pier. For exact days and times call Max Tell, from Wednesday afternoon on: 604-538-9466 www.maxtell.ca
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WHITE ROCK THEATRE BOX OFFICE 1532 Johnston Road, White Rock, BC Open: 1-5 pm Tuesday to Saturday SEASON PASS Adults $50.00 Discount $42.00 LATE SEASON PASS Adults $42.00 Discount $38.00 INDIVIDUAL SHOWS Adults $16.00 Discount $14.00 Discount rate applies to seniors, students, & members of Coast Capital Credit Union, on production of valid ID Season passes are valid for 4 shows in the regular season, plus first choice of the popular Pantomime tickets and special discount offers. On sale July to November. Late Season passes are valid for 3 shows in the regular season. On sale November to January. White Rock Players Club Please note that your seats are NOT guaranteed if you arrive after curtain. This is live theatre, and late arrivals are disruptive and distracting for other patrons and the cast. Please be courteous and arrive at the theatre in plenty of time for the performance. If you are late, you will be seated at the discretion of the ushers. 2009 ~ 2010 THEATRE SEASON Shows run Wed - Sat at 8 pm, with Sun matinees at 2.30 pm October 14 - 31, Matinee Oct 25 The Murder Room by Jack Sharkey Twisted comedy-murder-mystery ~ Monty Python meets Agatha Christie White Rock Christmas Pantomime Fri Nov 27 - Sat Dec 26, matinees Nov 29, Dec 06, 13, 20, 26 Snow White by Ed Carlin, adapted by Susanne dePencier Traditional English Panto featuring a brave hero and a beautiful princess, multiple dwarves, maybe a gnome, maybe a giraffe..... February 10 - 27, Matinee Feb 21 Bedtime Stories by Norm Foster A delightful series of scenes, each set in a different bedroom, linked by a comic theme. A little risque, very funny! April 07 - 24, Matinee April 18 Humble Boy by Charlotte Jones A comedy drama about a middle-aged man dealing with his father's death and his overbearing mother's rather rapid attraction to another man. June 09 - 26, Matinee June 20 The Stepmother by Githa Sowerby Written in 1924, this powerful drama was lost in the Samuel French office and was only publicly produced for the first time last year at the Shaw Festival. A hardworking stepmother raises two daughters while her husband, who fraudulently married her for her inheritance, unsuccessfully schemes his way through life.
Address:  1532 Johnston Road, White Rock
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EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY - Get some liquid courage and step up on stage to sing your heart out at White Rock's favourite Karaoke nights every Friday and Saturday from 9pm to 1am. The Sandpiper Pub is located at 15595 Marine Drive on White Rock's East Beach.
Address:  15595 Marine Drive, White Rock
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