Gingerly’s 2nd Anniversary Party

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Maple Ridge’s fabulous accessories boutique, Gingerly, turns 2 this Saturday!  Owner & Designer Megan Wray is hosting a party on March 13th that you’re not going to want to miss!

Visit Gingerly between 12 – 4:30PM for storewide discounts on all stock, yummy food and fab contests/prizes.  The first 30 guests receive a free pair of Gingerly Designs earrings!!

Read the rest of this entry »


Paralympic Torch Relay

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

The 2010 Paralympic Torch Relay makes it way through Maple Ridge this Wednesday, March 10th.  From 6:30PM – 8:00PM, be in Memorial Peace Park to catch all the Paralympic excitement!  Over thirty torchbearers will carry the torch in a relay through Memorial Peace Park.

There will be great live entertainment from a number of talented locals including the Joe Fernandes Band, West Coast Contortion, Danielle Foulds, Tiller’s Folly and others. Participate in kids crafts, Paralympic sport demonstrations and much more!

Read the rest of this entry »


Gracie G’s Spring Fashion Show

Friday, March 5th, 2010

Langley’s Gracie G Clothing Co is hosting a Spring Fashion Show on Saturday, March 20, 2010.  Head over to Vanilla Room at 9:30PM, show starts at 10PM.  Free cover, champagne and appetizers for attendees.

A fun night out learning about what’s hot for Spring

Read the rest of this entry »


Fraser Valley Pulse Turns 1!

Monday, March 1st, 2010

Fraser Valley Pulse is happy to announce our first anniversary! March 23, 2010 marks 52 weeks of Pulse Spotlights and sharing all things Fraser Valley with our fabulous readers! We want to sincerely thank our readers, sponsors and friends for making this the most fantastic year!  You are all amazing!!!

Team FVP likes a good party, so we’re starting our celebrations TODAY

Read the rest of this entry »


The Vagina Monologues in Abbotsford

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

The Vagina Monologues is coming to Matsqui Centennial Auditorium this Saturday, February 27th.  Tickets are available by calling 604.859.2407, or purchase them at the door after 7PM on the night of the show.

Proceeds from this show benefit Memory March.  Memory March takes place in Vancouver on March 28th, and is in memory/honour of over 3000 Canadian women and children murdered in Canada.

Read the rest of this entry »


Roadhouse Wine & Cheese Pairing

Friday, February 19th, 2010

Now this sounds like a fun event!

On March 13th at 7PM, the Roadhouse Bake Shoppe & Cheese Market is hosting a Wine & Cheese Pairing evening with River’s Bend Winery.  Enjoy four wine & cheese pairings, light appetizers, as well as a history lesson in wine & in cheese.

Tickets are $25 and entitle you to 15% off in-store shopping after the event.

Read the rest of this entry »


Surrey 2010 Celebration Site

Friday, February 12th, 2010

It’s here, it’s here!  The Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games officially begin today!  What an exciting time for our province!

How will you kick off the festivities?  One amazing local party is taking place at Surrey’s 2010 Celebration Site – you should go!  Beginning tonight, Surrey’s 2010 Celebration Site will have live concerts and awesome entertainment, through to February 28th.  Kicking off tonight’s celebrations are Blue Rodeo, Delhi 2 Dublin, Destineak featuring West Coast Contortion, Jeremy Fisher, Uzume Taiko, Goh Ballet, Celebration Dance Team, United Bangra Team and Wild Moccasins.  

Read the rest of this entry »


Einstein Restaurant Grand Opening – Chilliwack

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Einsteins’ Restaurant in Chilliwack is hosting their Grand Opening on Saturday, February 13th!  Congratulations!

Festivities include a pancake breakfast fundraiser.  $5 gets you a tasty breakfast, and proceeds will benefit Einstein Meals for Children which helps provide breakfast & lunch to local school children.

Show your Olympian side during a pancake eating contest at 11AM!  Registration is $10 and begins at 10:30AM.  The winners in each category (adult, teen, child) receive a GOLD medal!

Read the rest of this entry »


Hope For Haiti at The Beauty Lounge

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Need a hair cut?  Spa manicure?  30 minute massage or brow wax?  This Sunday, February 7th, The Beauty Lounge Salon & Spa in Langley is offering a variety of hair and esthetics services to raise funds for a Haitian orphanage.  ALL monies donated will be sent to Danita’s Children Orphanage in Haiti.  This orphanage has been operating for over 10 years and houses more than 570 children.  Thankfully, they were spared any damage during the earthquakes.  This gives them the opportunity to be rescuing orphaned children that are making their way out of the ruined Port-au-Prince.

There are a whole bunch of great services being offered!  

Read the rest of this entry »


January 30 – Free “If The Bra Fits” Workshop

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

There is nothing more annoying than heading out for the day, only to have your bra strap falling down or digging into your shoulders.  Nothing.  We’re super glad to learn that Fort Langley’s Nectar Lingerie is hosting a “If The Bra Fits” workshop tomorrow, January 30th.  This FREE event runs between noon and 5PM.  Learn how to find bras that feel comfortable, look great and make you feel fantastic!

Nectar Lingerie carries a fabulous line of underthings, pyjamas, corsets and bustiers.

Read the rest of this entry »