2009 Spirit of BC Week , February 6 - 14, 2009 ABBOTSFORD
We were thrilled with the number of people who came out to enjoy the free Abbotsford Spirit Week events for the 1-year countdown to the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
We would like to thank our community partners Prospera Credit Union, City of Abbotsford - Parks and Recreation, Fraser Valley Regional Library, Active Communities, BC Hydro, The Abbotsford News, Country 107.1, in motion, Visions by Design, School District #34 and The Reach Gallery Museum.
Saturday, February 7, 2009 Abbotsford Spirit of BC Day - 1 year Countdown Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Skating, swimming, arts and crafts, activites and the Olympic mascots!
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009 The Fraser River Journey documentary Matsqui Centennial Auditorium The Fraser River Journey follows a group of twelve Aboriginal youths from all over British Columbia on a wild raft trip down the Fraser River. The Fraser River Journey documentary film was produced by the Learning and Instructional Development Centre Media Design video production unit at Simon Fraser University’s Vancouver Campus.
Friday, February 13, 2009 A Night at the Museum @ The Reach Gallery Museum Night at the Museum highlighted the rich cultural history of Abbotsford. The splendid new cultural centre The Reach Gallery Museum was the backdrop for an evening of improvisation, larger-than-life characters and storytelling, music and performance art. Objects on exhibit “came to life”.
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Saturday, February 14, 2009 3rd Annual Literacy Fair @ Cleabrook Library "I Love Reading"
Focused on family literacy, the day featured hands-on crafts, healthy snacks, community booths, storytellers, entertainment by Lollipop the Clown, Abbotsford Children's Theatre, and guest speakers: Mayor Peary, Christine Wiebe, Andrew Franklin - publisher of The Abbotsford News
Saturday, February 14, 2009 Poolapalooza - Free family swim at Matsqui Recreation Centre
An evening of entertainment and fun. Interactive family fun events and hot chocolate.
For all of the excitement of the countdown visit www.vancouver2010.com and www.spiritofbc.com
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