On Saturday August 4 2012, Toy Story 3 will be playing at Holland Park in Surrey starting around 8:45pm.
Holland Park is on the corner of King George Boulevard (formerly known as King George Highway) and Old Yale Road. Across the street from the mall that used to be known as Surrey Centre Mall but is now known as Central City Mall. In other words head for the Whalley area of Surrey.
Monday, July 30, 2012
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Free Outdoor Movie In White Rock Friday August 3 2012
There will be a free outdoor movie in White Rock on Friday August 3, 2012 at 9pm playing in the east beach, in the area where the stage is set up I believe or at least that's where its played in the past when they say east beach. The movie is Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom.
Now its one thing to say the movie is free. To park down at the beach is $3/hour. Don't even think of parking in one of the nearby residential streets that says home owners only. We used to live in the area and we had to buy a parking permit from the City of White Rock and they gave us one or two visitor passes so they have to be displayed. White Rock has very fast moving parking bylaw enforcement officers. Don't think you'll get away without plugging the parking meter for the last 15 or 20 minutes. Its not worth a $40 fine.
This is in conjunction with White Rock's Spirit of the Sea Festival. In the past there have been free shuttles from one of the high school parking lots to the beach but this year I haven't been able to find any information on it. So unless you're a big Indiana Jones or Harrison Ford fan or you live within walking distance this one might be a miss.
Now its one thing to say the movie is free. To park down at the beach is $3/hour. Don't even think of parking in one of the nearby residential streets that says home owners only. We used to live in the area and we had to buy a parking permit from the City of White Rock and they gave us one or two visitor passes so they have to be displayed. White Rock has very fast moving parking bylaw enforcement officers. Don't think you'll get away without plugging the parking meter for the last 15 or 20 minutes. Its not worth a $40 fine.
This is in conjunction with White Rock's Spirit of the Sea Festival. In the past there have been free shuttles from one of the high school parking lots to the beach but this year I haven't been able to find any information on it. So unless you're a big Indiana Jones or Harrison Ford fan or you live within walking distance this one might be a miss.
Cloverdale Blueberry Festival August 4, 2012
The Cloverdale Blueberry Festival will be held on Saturday August 4, 2012 between 9am and 4pm.
There are a variety of events going on in Cloverdale but a big draw is the Show and Shine. Come out to see antique and classic cars, trucks, and motorbikes. They will be parked on 176th Street between 58A Avenue and Highway 10. In other words this entire stretch of 176th Street will be closed off to regular vehicle traffic due to the large amount of pedestrians.
Last year the stage was set up across the street from the Cloverdale Learning Centre/Hawthorne Square and musical acts were performing.
There are a variety of events taking place on 176th and 176A such as the blueberry pie eating contest and BMX bike display. There will be vendors selling produce and crafts.
The free trolley bus service will be back to transport people between the various venues.
Looking for parking? Try the parts of the old Cloverdale Mall that still have space for cars to park. If you're on the Cloverdale Bypass, turn on 57th Avenue as if you're heading towards 176th Street and downtown Cloverdale, and then immediately turn left into the old parking lot. There is public parking between 57th and 56A Avenues. Turn into the alley beside the firehall as if you're heading back to Highway 10. There are only about 30 or so parking spots there but there might be places left on 56A Avenue to park. There is parking along 58th Avenue between 176A and heading east. Also along 177B Street and most of the side streets between 58th Avenue and Highway 10. There is also 2 public parking lots on 176A Street. One is on the corner of 58A Avenue, approximately across from the bowling alley. The other is inbetween 57th and 58th Avenues, behind the Clova theatre. Perhaps 100 parking spots between the 2 of them.
There are a variety of events going on in Cloverdale but a big draw is the Show and Shine. Come out to see antique and classic cars, trucks, and motorbikes. They will be parked on 176th Street between 58A Avenue and Highway 10. In other words this entire stretch of 176th Street will be closed off to regular vehicle traffic due to the large amount of pedestrians.
Last year the stage was set up across the street from the Cloverdale Learning Centre/Hawthorne Square and musical acts were performing.
There are a variety of events taking place on 176th and 176A such as the blueberry pie eating contest and BMX bike display. There will be vendors selling produce and crafts.
The free trolley bus service will be back to transport people between the various venues.
Looking for parking? Try the parts of the old Cloverdale Mall that still have space for cars to park. If you're on the Cloverdale Bypass, turn on 57th Avenue as if you're heading towards 176th Street and downtown Cloverdale, and then immediately turn left into the old parking lot. There is public parking between 57th and 56A Avenues. Turn into the alley beside the firehall as if you're heading back to Highway 10. There are only about 30 or so parking spots there but there might be places left on 56A Avenue to park. There is parking along 58th Avenue between 176A and heading east. Also along 177B Street and most of the side streets between 58th Avenue and Highway 10. There is also 2 public parking lots on 176A Street. One is on the corner of 58A Avenue, approximately across from the bowling alley. The other is inbetween 57th and 58th Avenues, behind the Clova theatre. Perhaps 100 parking spots between the 2 of them.
More stores opening at Cloverdale Brick Yard Station
Just to update for people wanting to know what stores have been opening at Cloverdale's Brick Yard Station on the corner of the Cloverdale Bypass, 57th Avenue, and Highway 10.
CIBC and Original Joe's restaurant both opened a week ago.
Clancy's Meat shop opened this past Thursday, same building block as Staples, but closer to 57th Avenue.
The Source will be coming soon, in the same block of building nex to 57th Avenue where only Into Chocolate is currently open.
Fido will be coming soon, next to Original Joe's.
A day spa will be coming soon, in the same block of building where Into Chocolate is.
Vera's Burgers still says its opening soon, in the same building as Into Chocolate. They'll have the corner unit kitty corner to Starbuck's.
CIBC and Original Joe's restaurant both opened a week ago.
Clancy's Meat shop opened this past Thursday, same building block as Staples, but closer to 57th Avenue.
The Source will be coming soon, in the same block of building nex to 57th Avenue where only Into Chocolate is currently open.
Fido will be coming soon, next to Original Joe's.
A day spa will be coming soon, in the same block of building where Into Chocolate is.
Vera's Burgers still says its opening soon, in the same building as Into Chocolate. They'll have the corner unit kitty corner to Starbuck's.
Friday, July 27, 2012
It's Raining Books: Author Interview: Cheryl Rhodes
Today I'm being interviewed by It's Raining Books. Come and check it out!
It's Raining Books: Author Interview: Cheryl Rhodes: Today I'd like to welcome author Cheryl Rhodes, here to talk about her contemporary romantic suspense, Ringer. Thanks for stopping by, Cher...
It's Raining Books: Author Interview: Cheryl Rhodes: Today I'd like to welcome author Cheryl Rhodes, here to talk about her contemporary romantic suspense, Ringer. Thanks for stopping by, Cher...
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Playing at the Clova from July 27 to August 2, 2012
Playing this week at the Clova starting Friday July 27 2012:
7pm - Snow White & The Huntsman
9:25pm - Men In Black 3
Last show lets out around 11:10pm. Times are approximate. On busy nights if there are people in the lobby waiting to buy something at the concession stand the Clova doesn't start playing the movie until the lobby is cleared.
Admission is $8, stay for one or both movies. $15 if there are 2 people in your group. Add $4 for each extra person. Tuesday nights are $5 per person.
Cash only at the Clova.
Bring your own popcorn and drink containers and fill up at the concession stand for $2.50.
7pm - Snow White & The Huntsman
9:25pm - Men In Black 3
Last show lets out around 11:10pm. Times are approximate. On busy nights if there are people in the lobby waiting to buy something at the concession stand the Clova doesn't start playing the movie until the lobby is cleared.
Admission is $8, stay for one or both movies. $15 if there are 2 people in your group. Add $4 for each extra person. Tuesday nights are $5 per person.
Cash only at the Clova.
Bring your own popcorn and drink containers and fill up at the concession stand for $2.50.
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Free Outdoor Movie in Surrey on Friday July 27 2012
If anyone is interested in a free outdoor movie this Friday night July 27, 2012, Dr. Seuss' The Lorax is playing at the Fraser Heights Rec Centre park at 9pm. The park is located approximately on the corner of 160th Street and 108th Avenue. If you're coming from Cloverdale, head to 160th Street and go north. Cross the Fraser Highway and its a few blocks up on the right hand side. Good sized parking lot and in the past the rec centre doors are open so visitors can use the washrooms.
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Free Outdoor Movie in Langley Sunday July 22 , 2012
If you're looking for a free outdoor movie this weekend close to Cloverdale The Goonies is playing at Douglas Park in Langley on Sunday night July 22, 2012. Movie starts around 9pm. Douglas Park is located at 20500 Douglas Crescent. If you're coming from Cloverdale, take Highway 10 to Langley and then take the 56th Avenue exit just after the lights at 192 Street. Continue into Langley and around 203 Street it changes to become Douglas Crescent. You'll drive by the Langley Mall where the Army & Navy is and Douglas Park is a couple of blocks up on the right hand side. There's a parking lot and if its full turn right on 206th Street and find parking on the street. Keep an eye on the weather forecast. Its supposed to rain on Sunday and Monday.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Cloverdale Brick Yard Station Update and Photos
A few more businesses have opened up in Cloverdale's Brick Yard Station. This is on the corner of the Cloverdale Bypass and Highway 10, with street access also from 57th Avenue.
Next door to Starbuck's, Quiznos is now open for business though they do not have very good signage. That's their door to the right of the AMC Insurance which is open 7 days a week.
Original Joe's says it is opening soon. For all purposes you'd think its ready to open now. Floors and counters were done a couple of weeks ago and tables have been set up inside for at least a week. The outside tables and chairs showed up a few days ago.
The Rexall Drugs opened up about one week ago. The medical clinic beside them will be open on August 1 2012. Its the same medical clinic that was/is in Clover Crossing Mall on 64th and 176th next door to London Drugs and PriceSmart.
CIBC is opening next Monday July 23 2012.
Here's a long shot of Staples that has been open since May. You can't see it in this photo but there is a business opening on their left side. Appears to be a restaurant but no construction happening there and no business name. On the right side of Staples are a couple of business doing leasehold improvements getting ready to move in.
Dr. Ohm will be moving his veterinary practice here about mid-August from the current location next to the Husky/Mohawk on the corner of Highway 10 and the Cloverdale Bypass. Next door to the right a dental office is being prepared.
Here's one of the train photos that adorns some of the walls around the Brick Yard Station early 1900's Cloverdale.
A pet food store will be opening up next to Cloverdale Animal Hospital.
Clancy's Meat Co still claims it will be opening soon. The floors are in and the meat cases are also installed.
Next door to Starbuck's, Quiznos is now open for business though they do not have very good signage. That's their door to the right of the AMC Insurance which is open 7 days a week.
Into Chocolate opened up about 3 weeks ago. Nothing else has opened up on their side of the mall which backs onto 57th Avenue.
Original Joe's says it is opening soon. For all purposes you'd think its ready to open now. Floors and counters were done a couple of weeks ago and tables have been set up inside for at least a week. The outside tables and chairs showed up a few days ago.
The Rexall Drugs opened up about one week ago. The medical clinic beside them will be open on August 1 2012. Its the same medical clinic that was/is in Clover Crossing Mall on 64th and 176th next door to London Drugs and PriceSmart.
CIBC is opening next Monday July 23 2012.
Here's a long shot of Staples that has been open since May. You can't see it in this photo but there is a business opening on their left side. Appears to be a restaurant but no construction happening there and no business name. On the right side of Staples are a couple of business doing leasehold improvements getting ready to move in.
Dr. Ohm will be moving his veterinary practice here about mid-August from the current location next to the Husky/Mohawk on the corner of Highway 10 and the Cloverdale Bypass. Next door to the right a dental office is being prepared.
Here's one of the train photos that adorns some of the walls around the Brick Yard Station early 1900's Cloverdale.
A pet food store will be opening up next to Cloverdale Animal Hospital.
Clancy's Meat Co still claims it will be opening soon. The floors are in and the meat cases are also installed.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
My Article in Current Issue of Horse-Canada Magazine
If anyone picks up the current issue of Horse-Canada magazine (July/August 2012) there is a nice feature story I wrote about geocaching on horseback, complete with photos taken in Pitt Meadows, Campbell Valley Park in Langley, and at Fraser Downs racetrack.
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Ringer On Bunny's Review Thursday July 12 2012
My novel Ringer is featured today at Bunny's Review. http://bunnysreview.com/2012/07/book-feature-ringer-by-cheryl-rhodes/
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Pancake Breakfast at the Cloverdale Legion Saturday July 14 2012
The Cloverdale Legion is holding a pancake breakfast this Saturday July 14 2012 from 8am till 11:30am. Cost is $4.50 and that includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffe, tea, and an orange juice/drink. The legion is at 17567 - 57th Avenue, across the street from the Cloverdale firehall.
Playing at the Clova from July 13 to July 26, 2012
Playing at the Clova beginning July 13 until the 26th is:
7pm - Ice Age: Continental Drift
This is a first run movie that premieres everywhere on July 13 2012. That means the Clova's contract is to play it for 2 weeks and no second feature movies. Admission is $8. Or $15 for 2 people. Add $4 for each extra person in your group.
7pm - Ice Age: Continental Drift
This is a first run movie that premieres everywhere on July 13 2012. That means the Clova's contract is to play it for 2 weeks and no second feature movies. Admission is $8. Or $15 for 2 people. Add $4 for each extra person in your group.
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Cloverdale Blueberry Cannons Are Firing
I heard the first blueberry cannons today. At 7:30am. I was already awake so they didn't bother me but it was clearly the same field, must have gone off 10 or 12 times in one minute. Sounded like the farmer was testing the propane cannon and getting it ready. They're only allowed to fire once every 5 minutes so if he's testing it you'd think he could have waited until later in the day. The people who live on the subdivision on the west side of 168th Street above Highway 10 are going to be livid! And a few minutes later I heard the cannons go off 3 more times in rapid succession. Then nothing. Until 8:30pm when I heard a cannon go off several times. I doubt the bylaw has changed in Surrey. Blueberry cannons are supposed be turned off by 8pm.
The blueberry cannons don't bother me. I've been hearing them since 1974 or 1975 when the blueberry fields were around Colebrook Road and 152 Street. Now there are many farms along 168th and 176th and even on Highway 10 where the Maddix Farm used to be, approximately the whole area between the salmon processing plant and 168th Street.
I'd been wondering when they were going to start up again. My blueberries are starting to ripen. I have several varieties so I'll get blueberries on one plant or another until September. I only have a dozen bushes in a raised garden bed and I protect them with nets. No blueberry chomping birds are going to get my berries!
Now's the time we get to be entertained with letters to the local papers complaining of the blueberry cannon noise. One Cloverdale resident had filed a lawsuit against the city of Surrey for not enforcing the bylaws. I'm not sure how that's turned out. Probably not heard yet by a judge. Its pretty hard for bylaws officers to enforce the complaints anyway. If they hear them then they have to track down the right field and the right farmer responsible for the infraction and give them a warning. Sometimes the farmers forget to turn the cannons off at night and I hear them between noon and 3pm when they're supposed to be shut off so clearly farmers do violate the city's bylaws.
I'm amazed at how many blueberry fields have sprung up around Cloverdale in the past 5 years. Incredible boon but it probably drives the price down for the farmers when the supply exceeds the demand. Oh well. I still buy local blueberries and freeze them. The blueberries from my little garden get eaten before I can get them into the house! Love blueberries. Made a pie last week from some I still have leftover in the freezer from last year. I've got to get busy and use them up to make room for this year's berries bound for the freezer.
Yummy!
The blueberry cannons don't bother me. I've been hearing them since 1974 or 1975 when the blueberry fields were around Colebrook Road and 152 Street. Now there are many farms along 168th and 176th and even on Highway 10 where the Maddix Farm used to be, approximately the whole area between the salmon processing plant and 168th Street.
I'd been wondering when they were going to start up again. My blueberries are starting to ripen. I have several varieties so I'll get blueberries on one plant or another until September. I only have a dozen bushes in a raised garden bed and I protect them with nets. No blueberry chomping birds are going to get my berries!
Now's the time we get to be entertained with letters to the local papers complaining of the blueberry cannon noise. One Cloverdale resident had filed a lawsuit against the city of Surrey for not enforcing the bylaws. I'm not sure how that's turned out. Probably not heard yet by a judge. Its pretty hard for bylaws officers to enforce the complaints anyway. If they hear them then they have to track down the right field and the right farmer responsible for the infraction and give them a warning. Sometimes the farmers forget to turn the cannons off at night and I hear them between noon and 3pm when they're supposed to be shut off so clearly farmers do violate the city's bylaws.
I'm amazed at how many blueberry fields have sprung up around Cloverdale in the past 5 years. Incredible boon but it probably drives the price down for the farmers when the supply exceeds the demand. Oh well. I still buy local blueberries and freeze them. The blueberries from my little garden get eaten before I can get them into the house! Love blueberries. Made a pie last week from some I still have leftover in the freezer from last year. I've got to get busy and use them up to make room for this year's berries bound for the freezer.
Yummy!
Sunday, July 1, 2012
The Romance Reviews Sizzling Summer Reads Contest
Visit The Romance Reviews Sizzling Summer Reads to win books throughout July 2012. Over 400 authors and publishing participating - lots of chances to win! Grand prize is $100 gift certificate.
Come to The Romance Reviews on July 8 2012 for a chance to win a copy of my novel Ringer.
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