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The Abbotsford Food Bank continues to push towards its goal of raising $600,000 worth of food for those in need this holiday season.

Food Bank director Dave Murray says it’s been a very tough year and even the people who manage to donate are saying that they wish they could do more.

“We are at a record number of people who need help, about 1,000 more than last year, and yet have only managed to raise $40,000 worth of food,” says Murray.

“Financially, we are really behind and I believe it’s a re� ection of the economy, so we just have to pray that people support us as we continue to do the best we can during these times.”

At this time of year, Murray is waiting to see what comes in from local schools that generally hold their food drive right before Christmas break. He is also excited about the Abbotsford Heat Teddy Bear Toss on Dec. 14 that not only raises money, but donates hundreds of teddy bears to families with children over Christmas.

“More great news for us is that the Auto Mall Food Drive is preparing to deliver the largest food donation

we have ever had,” says Murray. “I believe it will amount to eight tons of food, which will help carry us right through to next Christmas.”

The Fraser Valley Auto Mall Annual Food Bank Drive is in its sixth year, and as part of the event’s tradition, it will form a convoy of at least a dozen vehicles to deliver non-perishable food items to the Abbotsford Food Bank. Included in the group will be a number of � re and rescue vehicles, Abbotsford Police and large Save-On Foods trucks, set to depart from the Auto Mall on Mt. Lehman Rd on Dec. 15 at 11 a.m.

Manager of the Fraser Valley Auto Mall (FVAM), Steve Magown, feels it is their duty to play a constructive role in the community.

“I � nd that in a reasonably af� uent community it’s unacceptable to let people go hungry, and the mere thought of this is the catalyst to do more to help and make sure that we offer people in need of the basics.”

PriceSmart on South Fraser Way and The Abbotsford News have now joined the two Save-On Foods stores in Abbotsford, and the Abbotsford Fire and Rescue Service to tackle the demand for food in the community.

All eight dealers of the FVAM and Auto Mall Autobody continue to collect food and decorate vehicles in

each of their locations in preparation for the convoy. Certain dealerships have even raised their individual per store donation from $1,000 to $1,500 worth of additional food to contribute.

The Abbotsford Fire and Rescue Auxiliaries will also be campaigning door-to-door in an attempt to increase donations.

“Abbotsford residents are known to be generous people and ready to open their hearts and wallets,” says Magown. “Once you are made aware of a problem, you’re usually halfway to a solution.”

It is anticipated that the Abbotsford Food Bank will see a minimum of $20,000 worth of food donated, provided to the FVAM at an “at-cost” purchase from Save-On Foods.

Magown believes that although the commercialization of the season can be fun and enticing, there is a much larger picture to be seen.

“It’s an awakening for everyone as we get educated on the fact that seniors go hungry and kids have nothing to open on Christmas morning,” says Magown. “It’s the awareness factor that brings people to do unsolicited acts of kindness, and we should be reminded of this all year round.”

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January 13Incessant ringing from a cell phone, a frustrated customer, and a dead man sets the opening scene in a cafe for the University of the Fraser Valley Theatre’s production of “Dead Man’s Cell Phone.” It also tells the story of a woman who confronts her own morality and her need to connect with others in a technologically-obsessed world. The play opens on Friday, Jan. 13 at 7:30 p.m., at the UFV. Tickets range from $9 to $20. To purchase, visitufv.ca/theatre

January 31Country superstar Eric Church is coming to the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre on Jan. 31 at 7:30 p.m. He has sold-out multiple cities in the United States, but Church’s inaugural headlining arena tour, The Blood, Sweat & Beers Tour is coming to Canada for the � rst time. For information visit abbotsfordcentre.ca

December 15Vancouver-based Paci� c Theatre is again bringing its production of Christmas Presence to Abbotsford. The show takes place on Dec. 15 at 8 p.m. at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (32315 South Fraser Way). This annual evening of storytelling and music features some of Vancouver’s � nest musicians and actors who get together and create a potluck of songs, stories, and poems. For tickets, call 604-731-5518, go online at paci� ctheatre.org, or visit House of James, 2743 Emerson St.

December 20The 12th edition of A Carol For Christmas, Songs, Strings and Steps features more than 120 performers. The show takes to the stage from Dec. 20 to 22. The production takes place at the Central Heights Church, 1661 McCallum Rd., in Abbotsford. This year’s production includes not only traditional Christmas carols, sing-alongs, comedy, and drama, but a carol competition with prizes of more than $5,500. Tickets are available at House of James and King’s Music.

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Festive wine options tantalizePractically everything you’re going to read about wine between now and Dec. 24 will be telling you what to serve with your turkey-dinner spread.

But what if you’re not celebrating the season with a turkey dinner?

Fear not. Here are wine options to accompany two other holiday menus.

FONDUEIf you’re gathering people around the table for a fondue with pots of hot oil, then you’ll likely have all sorts of foods to pair with your wine: beef and poultry (some marinated, some not), vegetables, shell� sh, and a variety of dipping sauces—spicy, salty, sweet.

You might think it would be a nightmare to pair that lot with a single wine, but it’s not.

Pick a sparkling wine that is either dry or off-dry. Prosecco, an Italian sparkler, is one of my favourites with food that has been cooked in oil. It is juicy enough to clear away

the coating left by the oil in your mouth, preparing it for the next bite, and usually has enough residual sugar to complement sauces that have a bit of a sweet edge. Plus, you get bubbles.

Prosecco is available at most B.C. liquor stores and rings in at $14 and up, depending on the brand.

PRIME RIBPick a red wine with good tannic structure to go along with your rare roast beef. The protein in the meat will soften the tannins and smooth everything out, allowing you to enjoy the wine and food equally.

Prime rib is our Christmas Eve dinner and this year I will serve LaStella Maestoso 2006 as our premier bottle. I � rst sipped this vintage in 2009. At that time, according to my notes, the wine was rich, tannic and earthy, with aromas and � avours of red and black fruit, sweet spice, herbs and dark chocolate. I can’t wait to taste it now.

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What would the holidays be without snow�akes falling outside, a mug of hot cocoa in hand and a favourite Christmas movie on television?

Watching Christmas movies is a holiday tradition for many families. So much so that lines from popular movies are easily remembered and recognized. Those who can recite movies verbatim might enjoy testing their mettle with the following Christmas quiz loaded with memorable quotes from some holiday classics.

1. “ It came without ribbons. It came without tags. It came without packages, boxes or bags.”

2. “ Uh, since the United States Government declares this man to be Santa Claus, this court will not dispute it. Case dismissed.”

3. “ I want an of�cial Red Ryder, carbine action, 200 shot range model air ri�e.”

4. “ Bless this highly nutritious microwavable macaroni and cheese dinner and the people who sold it on sale. Amen.”

5. “ Who gave you permission to tell Charlie there was no Santa Claus? I think if we’re going to destroy our son’s delusions, I should be a part of it.”

6. “ I want to wash my hands, my face, my hair with snow.”

7. “ We all know that Christmas is a big commercial racket. It’s run by a big Eastern syndicate you know.”

8. “ Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can’t see.”

9. “ We’re not just doing this for us. We’re doing it for the kids. For every kid who ever sat on Santa’s lap. For every little girl who left cookies and milk for Santa on Christmas night. For every little boy who opens a package Christmas morning and �nds clothes instead of toys. It breaks my heart.”

10. “ I fear you more than any spectre I have seen. But as I know your purpose is to do me good, and as I hope to live to be another man from what I was, I am prepared to bear your company, and do it with a thankful heart. Will you not speak to me?”

11. “ Light the lamp, not the rat, light the lamp, not the rat! Put me out, put me out, put me out!”

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The high-calorie food extravaganza often begins in early December and lasts right into the New Year with the Christmas parties and family gatherings. With a little help, you can keep from eating too much during the holidays

1. Don’t go to a party hungry. We tend to eat faster when we are hungry so consider having a healthy snack before going to a party.

2. Pace yourself. Slow down when you’re eating at a party. Taking small bites and fully chewing food helps you digest it better and control your portion sizes.

3. Drinks. Between high calorie drinks and coffee/alcohol that can dehydrate your body, this is an area to really watch. For every one drink, aim to drink one glass of water as it helps keep you hydrated and slows down the calorie consumption.

8 oz eggnog = 350 calories 5 oz glass of wine = 100 calories 12 oz beer = 150 calories 1.5 oz Scotch = 100 calories 8 oz pop = 150 calories Soda water/diet drinks = 0 calories.

4. Fill up on low calorie choices � rst. If there are raw vegetables or cut up fruit or plain seafood, start with those to take the edge off your appetite.

Suzanne Quiring is a Registered Dietitian with 17 years experience. FOR MORE INFO: [email protected] or visit www.fvdietitian.ca

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These days the majority of people will attend a number of holiday dinners between the in-laws and your own extended family. By the time the New Year arrives, most of us are getting tired of eating turkey and stuf� ng. Consider something different this holiday season. I � nd that a crown rack of pork makes a beautiful centerpiece for a dinner. There are a number of amazing local options, from Gelderman Farms Ltd., to Lepp Farm Market to Johnson’s Meats to source quality pork racks. Instead of cranberry sauce, try a peach or apple compote to complement the meat.

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Serve this with a German or Alsace Riesling or a Viognier wine. The crisp acidity of the Riesling will cut through the meat’s natural oils and the Viognier will pair with the peaches. If you are serving a red wine, make sure it has a light body and low tannins so it doesn’t overpower the white meat.

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A very merry Santa Claus has travelled all the way from the North Pole to Sevenoaks Shopping Centre, where he will meet with his beloved fans until Christmas Eve. Wearing the traditional Santa out� t, he beckons eager children over tow his plush green and red chair. Once huddled around, he spends a few moments reading each Christmas list aloud, many scrawled in crayon, before a helper elf collects them to bring them to the North Pole, of course.

This particular Santa, who has been visiting the shopping centre for the past � ve years, says that he likes returning because the people of Abbotsford are “very, very nice.”

“The children’s smiles and the joy on their faces lets me know that I’m making them happy, and brings me the most pleasure in return,” he says. “Nobody could have a better job than I do.”

Although there are the occasional tears when it’s time to sit on Santa’s lap, he handles it with a smile, and shares a jolly laugh with the parents.

Naturally, one question on everyone’s mind, is how Santa can possibly make it all around the world to deliver toys in one night? His response is simply, “magic” – something that he says is around us every day.

“You just have to believe, because you never know when a piece of magic is going to touch you. I am so privileged over all these years to experience all the magic that has touched me, and I just want to give it back in any way that I can.”

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2. The New Year’s Eve BashSip champagne and watch the ball drop in a fancy half bow epaulette, which adds just the right amount of girly-glitz to your party dress!

3. Caroling & Hot CocoaCaroling & Hot CocoaCalm the caroling nerves and send those shivers away with a cozy muf� er knot! This will keep your neck warm and toasty.

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Christmas!December 23 @ 10am - Children’s Christmas Musical

December 24 @ 6pm - Christmas Eve Service

ABBOTSFORD CHRIST THE KINGCOMMUNITY CHURCH

2393 West Railway St., Abbotsford, BC604-864-ACTK • www.actk.ca

There’s always a place for you!

December 24 @ 6pm

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE

Monday, Dec 246:00–7:00pm

Everyone Welcome!

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Bakerview Church, 2285 Clearbrook Road 604-859-4611 www.bakerview.org

CommunityCarol Sing

Sunday, December 16in the Multipurpose Centre

at 4:00 pm Everyone welcome.

Join with us as we sing favouriteChristmas songs and carols.

Refreshments will be served - no charge.Bakerview Church, 2285 Clearbrook Road 604-859-4611 www.bakerview.org

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Refreshments will be served - no charge.

Join us this Christmas!

Sunday, December 23Christmas Service

6:00 p.m. Monday, December 24

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 6:00 p.m.

CASCADE COMMUNITY CHURCH

35190 DeLair RoadAbbotsford, BC604-556-7000

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Glory to Godin the highest...

Join the Christmas Service onDecember 25 at 10:00 a.m.

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33947 King Rd., Abbotsford www.abbotsfordchurch.com

ChristmasServicesChristmas Eve

4:30 & 6:30pmGood News for a Bad News World

A creative look at the Christmas Story through drama and music.

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Christmas Day10:30am

Carols and Scriptures

32068 King RoadAbbotsford, BC604-864-0030

www.kingroad.ca

Mountain Park Community ChurchInvites you to join us for Christmas

Christmas Eve Service“Home for christmas”

4PM Cider & Strudel4:30 – 5:30PM Christmas Eve Service

We meet at Abbotsford School of Integrated Arts36232 LOWER SUMAS MTN RD - ABBOTSFORD

www.mpcc.ca

Saint Matthew’s Anglican ChurchN O W M E E T I N G AT G R A C E C H U R C H

2087 McMillan Road, Abbotsford604•853•6746

December 16th - 7:00 pmA Candlelight Celebration

of Carols & Scripture

Christmas Eve Mass 10:00 pm - Musical Prelude

10:30 pm - Holy Communion

www.stmatthewsanglicanchurch.com

“He Shall be Called...”Isaiah9:6

We invite you to join us.

Worship ServiceSundays at 11:00 am

Christmas Eve Services5:00 pm and 7:00 pm

310 Arnold Road604-864-2208

www.arnoldcommunitychurch.com

CLEARBROOK MENNONITEBRETHREN CHURCH

2719 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford 604-850-6607

You are cordially invited to thefollowing special services:

Dec 24 7:00 pm Christmas Eve ProgramDec 25 11:00 am Christmas Day ServiceDec 31 7:00 pm New Year’s Eve Service

New Life Church35270 Delair Rd.Abbotsford, BC604.852.1585newlifecrc.ca

3260 Gladwin Road (near Maclure), Abbotsford604.854.5710 • www.bethel-church.ca

Christmas Eve with Bethel Reformed Church

7pm–8:15pmMessage by Pastor Ron Opmeer

“O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord!”

You are Welcome

TRINITY MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCHtrinitymemorialuc.com • [email protected]

33737 George Ferguson Way ~ 604-853-2591

Creating meaning foryour family in a busy season.

Monday, December 24CHRISTMAS EVE

Family Service - Lessons • Carols • Candles - 7:00 pmCommunion Service of Lessons,Carols & Candlelight - 11:00 pm31667 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford

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Emerald has been named by Pantone as its Colour of the Year for 2013.

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In case you are also wondering what this top colour selection can lead to, be on the lookout for home décor stores to bring back many emerald-hued treasures all the way along the yellow brick road from the Emerald City! From couches and lamps to small home accessories, this jewel-toned hue will bring an element of glamour to your home!

Emerald is, however, a hue taken directly from nature, from the leaves on a tree to the earth’s precious gems. It is quite versatile, with its split personality — it offers moods that are downright eco-conscious, and it can then transform into a glamorous diva in the blink of an emerald eye.

Whether you take it in a more rustic direction (think leaves and twigs) or jewel-tone glam, Pantone’s Colour of the Year will bring a sense of well-being, harmony, and balance to your home.

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worship the saviourFind out what the

GREATEST GIFT of all is this

Christmas!December 23 @ 10am - Children’s Christmas Musical

December 24 @ 6pm - Christmas Eve Service

ABBOTSFORD CHRIST THE KINGCOMMUNITY CHURCH

2393 West Railway St., Abbotsford, BC604-864-ACTK • www.actk.ca

There’s always a place for you!

December 24 @ 6pm

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE

Monday, Dec 246:00–7:00pm

Everyone Welcome!

33218 Marshall Road(at Ware)

w w w. a b b y f r e e . c o m

Bakerview Church, 2285 Clearbrook Road 604-859-4611 www.bakerview.org

CommunityCarol Sing




Refreshments will be served - no charge.Bakerview Church, 2285 Clearbrook Road 604-859-4611 www.bakerview.org

CommunityCarol Sing




Refreshments will be served - no charge.

Join us this Christmas!

Sunday, December 23Christmas Service

6:00 p.m. Monday, December 24

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 6:00 p.m.

CASCADE COMMUNITY CHURCH

35190 DeLair RoadAbbotsford, BC604-556-7000

cascadechurch.ca

Glory to Godin the highest...

Join the Christmas Service onDecember 25 at 10:00 a.m.

Glory to God

Join the Christmas Service on✶

33947 King Rd., Abbotsford www.abbotsfordchurch.com

ChristmasServicesChristmas Eve

4:30 & 6:30pmGood News for a Bad News World

A creative look at the Christmas Story through drama and music.

•••

Christmas Day10:30am

Carols and Scriptures

32068 King RoadAbbotsford, BC604-864-0030

www.kingroad.ca

Mountain Park Community ChurchInvites you to join us for Christmas

Christmas Eve Service“Home for christmas”

4PM Cider & Strudel4:30 – 5:30PM Christmas Eve Service

We meet at Abbotsford School of Integrated Arts36232 LOWER SUMAS MTN RD - ABBOTSFORD

www.mpcc.ca

Saint Matthew’s Anglican ChurchN O W M E E T I N G AT G R A C E C H U R C H

2087 McMillan Road, Abbotsford604•853•6746

December 16th - 7:00 pmA Candlelight Celebration

of Carols & Scripture

Christmas Eve Mass 10:00 pm - Musical Prelude

10:30 pm - Holy Communion

www.stmatthewsanglicanchurch.com

“He Shall be Called...”Isaiah9:6

We invite you to join us.

Worship ServiceSundays at 11:00 am

Christmas Eve Services5:00 pm and 7:00 pm

310 Arnold Road604-864-2208

www.arnoldcommunitychurch.com

CLEARBROOK MENNONITEBRETHREN CHURCH

2719 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford 604-850-6607

You are cordially invited to thefollowing special services:

Dec 24 7:00 pm Christmas Eve ProgramDec 25 11:00 am Christmas Day ServiceDec 31 7:00 pm New Year’s Eve Service

New Life Church35270 Delair Rd.Abbotsford, BC604.852.1585newlifecrc.ca

3260 Gladwin Road (near Maclure), Abbotsford604.854.5710 • www.bethel-church.ca

Christmas Eve with Bethel Reformed Church

7pm–8:15pmMessage by Pastor Ron Opmeer

“O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord!”

You are Welcome

TRINITY MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCHtrinitymemorialuc.com • [email protected]

33737 George Ferguson Way ~ 604-853-2591

Creating meaning foryour family in a busy season.

Monday, December 24CHRISTMAS EVE

Family Service - Lessons • Carols • Candles - 7:00 pmCommunion Service of Lessons,Carols & Candlelight - 11:00 pm


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