Library quiz night

The Friends of the Mission Library present their annual Quiz Night tonight at 7 p.m. at the Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave. Enlist your spouses, friends and neighbours for the challenge between 10 teams. Come as a single and be adopted into a team. Costumes are optional but encouraged. Tickets are $10, available at the Mission Library.

Hominum meets

The Hominum Fraser Valley chapter is a support and discussion group to help gay, bi-sexual or questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. It meets tonight at 7:30 p.m. For information and location call Don at 604-329-9760 or Art at 604-462-9813.

Festival of Lights

A community celebration of Diwali, the South Asian festival of light, is taking place tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Rick Hansen Secondary School, 31150 Blueridge Dr., Abbotsford. The entire family can joy lively entertainment, music, dance, food and refreshments. There will be a fashion show and sari and turban wrapping demos and children can practise some arts and crafts. Presented by Abbotsford Community Services, Clearbrook Public Library and Rick Hansen Secondary School. For more details call 604-859-7814 local 234.

Mission Diwali

A celebration of the South Asian festival of light is taking place Wednesday, Nov. 3 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Mission Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave. The whole family can enjoy Diwali through mehndi, arts and crafts, bhangra dances and delicious Indian food. For more details contact multicultural services at 604-826-3634.

Poultry extravaganza

The Fraser Valley Poultry Fanciers Association presents its 2010 Winter Show: The Lloyd Miller Memorial Show on Oct. 30 and 31st at Abbotsford Ag-Rec Centre, 32470 Haida Dr. There will be many varieties of poultry, raffles and prizes. Admission is free. Doors open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday. For more information visit www.fvpfa.org.

SAINTS fundraiser

The senior animal sanctuary in Mission (SAINTS) holds 10 meat draws tomorrow from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., plus 50/50 and one special draw, at the Dewdney Pub, 8793 River Rd. south, Mission. Call 604-826-4762.

Pumpkin carving contest

The Clayburn Village Community Association of Abbotsford holds a pumpkin carving contest in Clayburn Park tomorrow, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Entry fee is $2. Monies raised go to the accessible lift at the Clayburn Village School, now used as a community centre.

Halloween dance

Matsqui Community Hall, 33676 St. Olaf Ave. in Matsqui Village, hosts a Halloween dance tomorrow night, featuring the DJ Silver Disc. Doors open at 8 p.m., dance at 9 p.m. Prizes for costumes, must be of legal age. Tickets are $15 per person (includes a light snack). Get them from Larry and Lynn Weymouth at Weymouth Meats (604-826-2473). See more at www.matsquihall.com.

Pumpkin fest

The Applebarn holds a Pumpkin Fest until Oct. 31. Enjoy fresh apple cider, meet the goats, launch a pumpkin out of the pumpkin canon, try to win a giant gourd. Come and check out our store for unique carving kits and accessories, at 333 Gladwin Rd., Abbotsford. See www.applebarn.ca.

Fright night

Come out for a scare and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate at Trethewey Halloween House at 2313 Ware St. on Sunday, Oct. 31. A costume contest for all ages starts at 2:30 p.m. Mildly haunted tours run from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. More haunted tours run from 6 to 8 p.m. Entrance is $4 and $10 per family.

Night of appreciation

Volunteer Abbotsford is hosting a unique event titled the "Celebrating the Spirit of Christine" from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Nov. 3 at The Reach Gallery Museum, 32388 Veterans Way. The evening recognizes long-time volunteer Christine Wiebe for her work with the organization and Abbotsford Spirit of B.C. For tickets and information e-mail jane@volunteerabbotsford.ca.

Armageddon factor

University of the Fraser Valley is hosting award-winning journalist and controversial author Marci McDonald to discuss her latest book The Armageddon Factor: The Rise of Christian Nationalism in Canada Monday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. in lecture theatre B101, Abbotsford campus, 33844 King Rd. Admission is free. For more details contact Ron Dart at rdart@shaw.ca or call 604-504-7442, local 4319.

Lifelong learning

Lifetime Learning Centre's series Music Plus, with Bob and Molly Ungar continues on Monday, Nov. 1 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Wednesday, Nov. 3 the centre presents "Living with the Netsilingmuit Inuit" with Tony Mayo from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at 32444 Seventh Avenue, Mission. The cost is $7 and $10 for non-members.

Blankets for Canada

The Abbotsford Chapter of Blankets For Canada meets on Nov. 4 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at MIchael's Arts and Crafts, at West Oaks Shopping Centre. All are welcome to help put knitted and crochet blankets together for those in need in Abbotsford. Donations of yarn always appreciated. All materials furnished. For more call Nancy Gallagher 604-504-3713.

Hospital bazaar

The Abbotsford Regional Hospital Auxiliary holds its annual bazaar at The Rancho, 35110 Delair Rd., Abbotsford on Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sale includes gift baskets, a silent auction, many handmade items and baked goods. Lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $10. All monies raised will go to the purchase of hospital equipment

Seniors AGM

The Abbotsford Seniors Association holds its annual general meeting and election of officers for 2011 on Nov. 3 at 1 p.m., at the ASA hall, 33889 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford. Voting is for president, vice-president, directors and a bylaws wording change. All members are encouraged to attend.

Hepatitis conference

Hepatitis C conference takes place Nov. 5-7 at the Best Western Regency (32110 Marshall Rd., Abbotsford).

Exploring volunteerism

Volunteer Abbotsford is holding a 2010 Volunteer Summit on Friday, Nov. 19 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre, 36035 North Parallel Rd., Abbotsford. The forum will explore the state of volunteerism in Abbotsford. For more information visit www.volunteersummit.ca.

Singalongs at ASA

Join the sing-a-long at the Abbotsford Seniors Association drop-in centre (between Essendene and Ferguson Way) on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., to sing old tunes with the A-Tones. Guests can sing, play acoustic instruments or listen. Volunteers to play piano, help organize are wanted. Phone Ed at 604-853-8624.

Red Cross help wanted

Abbotsford Red Cross medical equipment loan depot seeks volunteers to sanitize the equipment being returned from clients. The hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Volunteers are particularly needed on Thursdays. Training and supplies are provided. Apply at the depot at 5-2316 McCallum Rd., Abbotsford, during regular hours. Call 604-556-3526 or Peg Wenting at 604-850-2901.

Arthritis support

Abbotsford Mission Arthritis Support Group meets on Nov. 4, and the first Thursday of each month, at Super Store (community room) 2855 Gladwin Rd., Abbotsford. Share education, information and support with others. For information call Terry Davies at 604-853-8138 or e-mail koipond@telus.net.

B.C. ghost towns

Learn about the fascinating ghost towns of British Columbia on Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. with B.C. historian John Mitchell at the Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford. To register call 604-859-7814.

Dutch treat

Keep in Touch with the Dutch Coffee Club meets Monday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Intercity Cafe at 180 - 2655 Clearbrook Rd. For more information call Corina at 604-870-1087.

Christmas Craft Fair

Mt. Lehman's 16th annual Christmas Craft Fair is Saturday, Nov. 13 at Mt. Lehman School and Hall (6418 Mt. Lehman Rd., Abbotsford) from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There is no entry fee, but there is a wide variety of crafts, pottery, handmade soap, sewing, honey, decorations and more. Have fun and enjoy a hot homemade lunch. Some tables are still available. Call Candie at 604-856-9627 for details.

Reading buddies

Wanted: Volunteers 16 years and older for one hour a week, for Reading Buddies, an afterschool program that pairs high school students and adult volunteers with children in Grades 1-4 who need extra help with reading, at the Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford. Pick up applications here, or call the children's desk at 604-859-7814, ext. 229.

Army cadets

Is Army Cadets right for you? Earn four high school credits per year, meet new people and have fun. No cost to join.

Interested youth aged 12-18 years can contact 1922 The Royal Westminster Regiment RCACC, CFC Aldergrove

3900 272nd St. Aldergrove, phone 604-857-2698 or email 1922army@cadets.gc.ca

Mission book club

Join a book club at the Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave., to meet other lovers of literature, the first Monday evening each month at 7 p.m. Refreshments provided. For more call 604-826-6610.

Read to your Baby

Join in interactive storytime from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. with books and songs at Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave., Mission, on Fridays until Nov. 12, for babies up to 24 months. Call the library at 604-826-6610.

The Best of Banff Mountain Film Festival Tuesday is being held Tuesday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. at the Mission Clark Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave. Tickets are $15 and available at Wentings Cycle and Mountain Shop and the UFV office campus in Mission, and at Western Canoe and Kayak, Valhalla Pure, Life Cycles and the UFV Bookstore in Abbotsford.