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Joel Dietrich and Wayne Rempel are the lead vocalists for the group Byrd Dawg and the Vintage Electric Band, which is coming to Mission on April 8. The duo grew up listening to the amazing harmonies and lyrics of the Everly Brothers and Simon and Garfunkel. A tribute band, Byrd Dawg will take its audience on a musical journey back to one of the golden ages of music. Sit back and enjoy a trip down memory lane.

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February/March 2016

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A variety of active services are available to seniors at Mission Community Services Society. Light housekeeping, Meals on Wheels, gardening support and income tax filing are just a start to ease some of the challenges that can arise.

Mission Better at Home program provides non-medical services to assist seniors with simple daily tasks “so they can continue to live independently in their own homes and stay connected to their communities,” said Debbie Doust of MCSS who works with seniors in Mission.

Better at Home is funded by the province of B.C. and managed by the United Way of the Lower Mainland.

Fees for Mission Better at Home services are determined on a sliding scale based on the senior’s household income.

The program offers non-medical services to seniors who are:

· 55 years of age or older· Residents of Mission· Living in their own homeServices available through Mission

Better at Home include:· Light Housekeeping· Transportation to Medical Appointments

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· Friendly Visitor/Caller· Gardening (beginning in May).To find out more about the

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604-826-3634.

Among the other services provided are low-cost hot noon-time meals delivered by volunteers every Monday, Wednesday and Friday except on stat holidays. On Fridays, frozen meals are also available on order. Contact Catherine for Meals on Wheels program details at 604-826-3634.

Transportation to medical appointments are available to seniors. Screened volunteers provide transportation services from Mission to as far east as Chilliwack and as far west as Vancouver.

MCSS Lunch with a Bunch serves up hot food and good times on the third Thursday of every month at Carrington House, and occasionally diners are joined by a guest speaker or live entertainment.

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Nothing brings back fond memories and stirs up emotions like music. Listening to an old favourite can be soothing, especially if you are not a fan of modern music.

Hearing a classic song is like visiting with an old friend – it brings you back to a time when life seemed simpler.

Mission music fans can hear some old favourites when the musical group Byrd Dawg and the Vintage Electric Band come to town on April 8 to present its Old Friends Tour.

The group presents a tribute to two iconic musical duos, the Everly Brothers and Simon and Garfunkel. The show will take place at the Clarke Theatre beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at OnTourTickets.com or at the Mission City Record office.

Byrd Dawg features Joel Dietrich and Wayne Rempel as lead vocalists. They both grew up listening to those amazing harmonies and lyrics painting vivid pictures. Playing together in bands for several years they discovered their mutual love for singing and harmonizing. They read about Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, The Beach Boys and many other artists saying they were influenced by Phil and Don Everly.

But how did the duo begin performing?

“A few years ago we were backing an Elvis tribute artist and doing a lot of back up singing. We found out at that time that our voices had a nice blend and we thought some Everly Brothers songs might be a nice fit to go with the Elvis. After that we

continued learning more of the Everly’s songs and have developed it into the tribute it is now,” said Rempel.

Dietrich credits Rempel with coming up with the idea to perform Everly Brothers tunes, while he came up with Simon and Garfunkel.

“I think I mentioned that Simon and Garfunkel were heavily influenced by the Everly’s and maybe we should try some of their songs too. It’s just a great fit,” said Dietrich.

Both singers agree that their fans come out to hear great classics and take a quick trip down memory lane.

“I think our show will most definitely take people back. The songs we’ve selected for this tour should all be pretty well known. With the Everly Brothers and Simon and Garfunkel it’s hard to pick a song that isn’t known,” said Dietrich.

Rempel said some of the greatest bands in history were influenced by the work of the Everly Brothers.

“Artists from the Beatles to Queen. John and Paul even called themselves ‘the English Everly Brothers’ early on. Rolling Stone magazine recently ranked Phil and Don as the greatest musical duo of all time,” said Rempel.

The duo said the Mission show will leave the audience smiling cheering, and singing along.

“The show has been a lot of fun to put together. I love every song we perform. If you don’t leave the theatre singing or humming one of the tunes you better check your pulse,” said Rempel.

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32444 7th AvenueMissionPhone: 604-820-0220 Mar. 1 Used book sale is on from 9 am to 2 pm

Mar. 1 “Pop Up Stories - Slice of Life” with Sharon Syrette. Participants will learn how to create a short story about their life. The best will be posted at the Writers & Readers Festival. Time: 10 am to 12 noon. No fee.

Mar. 1 Philosophers’ Café. Topic: World Music with moderator Francis Xavier Edwards. Time: 7 to 9 pm. Place: Chartwell Cedarbrooke, 32331 –7th Ave., Mission. Cost $5, includes refreshments.

Mar. 1 Osteofit and Low Impact Fitness classes with Alvina Tyler continue every Tue. and Thur. morning. Phone 604-820-0220 for further information.

Mar.1 Chair Yoga with Norine Longmire continues every Tue. and Thur. morning from 11 am to 12 noon

Mar. 1 Gardening Grandfolks Group meets every Tue. and Thur. from 1 to 2:30 pm. Knitting for all ages and abilities. A “Linking Hands Through the Generations” program in partnership with School District #75. Cost: by donation.

Mar. 2 Nordic pole walking group meets every Wed. morning at 9 am at Heritage Park parking lot. New walkers welcome.

Mar. 2 A talk by Ian

Fenwick about the upcoming production of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”. Time: 10 am to 12 noon. Fee: $7 (non-members $10).

Mar. 5 Centre’s Writers and Readers Festival takes place from 8:30 am to 3 pm at Heritage Park Centre cafetorium. This year’s theme is “Thinking Outside the Box”. Visit www.lifetimelearningcentre.org or phone 604-820-0220 for details.

Mar. 7 French conversation classes with Nicole Bellay continue at 32444 -7th Ave., Mission. Beginners 11 am to 12 noon, Intermediate 9:30 to 10:30 am. Call 604-820-0220 for information.

Mar. 8 Book Discussion Group meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Call 604-820-0220 for information.

Mar. 9 A bus trip to the UFV theatre presentation of Twelfth Night in Chilliwack. Bus leaves at 10 am and returns at 3:30 pm. Fee: $47 (non-member $57) includes bus and theatre ticket. Pre-register at 604-820-0220 .

Mar. 9 “Learn How to Paint Ukrainian Style Easter Eggs”. No previous experience needed. Time: 10 am to 12 noon. Fee: $10 (non-member $20), includes supplies and Easter treats.

Mar 10 Get tickets at Lifetime Learning Centre for the comedy “Happy Birthday”, presented by Opening Night Theatre at 8 pm at 33223 Railway Ave., Mission. Tickets are $15 with partial proceeds going to the Centre.

Mar. 29 Philosophers’ Cafe. Time: 7 to 9

pm. Place: Chartwell Cedarbrooke, 32331 -7th Ave., Mission. Cost: $5, includes refreshments.

Mar. 30 “Art In Canada”, a series of four talks by Dr. Aleksandra Idzior on historical and contemporary Canadian art. Time: 10 am to 12 noon. Fee: $30 for series or $10 drop-in. (Non-members $40/$12).

Mar. 30 “Writers Group: Storytelling”, a series of five sessions with writing guide Sharon Syrette to help you take your writing to the next level. Fee for series: $25 (non-members $35).

Mar. 31 “One World Philosophy: Eastern Views” with Harold Rosen. This is a series of six sessions exploring the philosophy of Africa, Oceania and the eastern world. Time: 12:30 to 2:30 pm. Fee: $40 for series or $7 per session (non-members $50/$10).

Mar. 31 “Learn to Use Your Tablet, Computer or Cell Phone” with Sharon Syrette. Bring your device and students will show you how to get the most from it. Time: 1 to 3 pm. Fee: by donation.

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MEALS ON WHEELSWe are pleased to offer delicious frozen meals and hardy soups to order from a weekly menu. Meals on Wheels also provides hot meals delivered Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays. For more information please call Catherine at 604-826-3634.LUNCH WITH A BUNCH SENIOR’S MONTHLY LUNCHEONMarch 17th (every third Thursday of the month)Time: 11:30am. Location: Carrington House32679 -7th Avenue, Mission. Entertainment or presentation provided. Includes soup or salad, entrée, dessert, tea or coffee. Door prizes and a 50/50 drawCost is $10.00 at the doorTransportation availablePlease call 604-826-3634 to register

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10:30 am Walking Club12:30 pm Mission Drop-in BingoThursday 8:45 am Mission Drop-in Centre Line Dancing10:00 am Crafts / Knitting1:00 pm Jam SessionsFriday 9:15 am Mission Chair Fitness Exercise11:00 am Mission Senior Drop-in Crib MONTHLY MEETINGSSpecial Events:Mission Drop-in Centre General Meeting - First Monday of each month at 11:30 amMission Seniors Activity Centre Assoc General Meeting - First Thursday of each month at 10:30 amOld Age Pensioners Organization Br. 28 General Meeting 2nd Friday 1:30 pm

Old Age Pensioners Organization Br. 28 Birthday Party 4th Friday 1:30 pmMarch St Patrick’s Day Dance March 17th 1:00pm

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Have you misplaced or forgotten something and begun to wonder if you are having memory loss problems?

There is no doubt that our brains change as we age and with this also comes changes in our memory systems.

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for many seniors; however, it’s not an inevitable part of aging. We all have memory lapses from time to time. Misplacing keys, forgetting an acquaintance’s name, forgetting what your spouse asked you to pick up on the way home, are common experiences for people of all ages.

It’s important to understand what changes in memory are associated with normal aging and those that are more serious and require medical attention.

Generally speaking, our memory peaks in our 20s and then begins to gradually decline. However, research shows that some types of memory decline, various stay constant, and with training, others can even improve as we age.

Memory lapses and declines in certain memory systems are a normal part of aging. In contrast, memory changes that negatively affect one’s daily functioning are much more serious. These are typically associated with memory loss and not part of normal aging.

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expressed over and over to my brother and me that she did NOT want to move from her home of 40+ years, and she did not want to go to a nursing home. So I set about making that happen without knowing how much it would cost, or how to pay for it. I consulted a company like Nurse Next Door, plus legal help, as well as a Financial Planner with experience working with seniors. Together we set

up 24/7 Care Service, and brought mom home. Although she was on a small disability pension and cash poor, she did own her house that was paid for many years ago. Without selling, we were able to access the equity in her home which we used to pay for the care she so desperately needed. Because we did not

have “the talk” before she was deemed incapable of decision making, she paid a steep legal bill in order for me to assist her with her financial decision making. It is much better (andmuch cheaper) to do this while loved ones are still 100% capable. You may also want to remind them to review their life insurance, update wills, and create a Power Of Attorney for the future. I urge you to start

talking with your parents about their wishes, so that if and when they need your help, you’ve got a plan. Bring in professionals to talk about their specific situation and

make sure they have information about home care costs, what is actually provided by the government, how long it takes to access government care, setting up a mortgage or line of credit, etc... Planning for it now is what will allow them to stay in their own home as long as possible. If you think these decisions are tough to make now, waiting will only make them harder. I’m here to say it

absolutely IS possible for people to stay in the home they love and raised a family in, with the support and care that they need, and still provide a healthy inheritance for the remaining family members (I know from experience!) In order for that to happen, you must have a good plan in place so start today!

Carol Lange is the local owner of Nurse Next Door

Homecare Services and can be reached at 604-468-2273,

or [email protected].

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Curling for a

causeThe Mission Granite

Curling Club is presenting Curling for a Cause, a charity event with proceeds going to the Women’s Resource Society of the Fraser Valley.The event takes place

Saturday March 5 at the Mission Curling Club (7650 Grand Street) inside the Mission Leisure Centre.Curling takes place from

5 to 9 p.m. with dinner served at 6 p.m.

Enter your four person team and curl to support the Women’s Resource Society. Cost to enter is $150 per team. Beginner and experienced curlers are welcome! You may also enter as an individual for $40 per person and we will place you on a team.Entry fee includes:• All equipment is

included• Free lessons will be

offered and each team will be provide a coach

• Each team will play two games• Dinner provided - Beef

or Chicken Burger, fries and Cesar Salad• Assorted Desserts• One drink ticket per

personTo register contact Cindy

Campbell at 604-820-8796 or [email protected]. You can also call Vince at 604-857-5495. For more information visit missioncurling.ca.

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Author tells a novel taleKevin MILLS

MiSSion reCord

Walter Schmur loves to write.It’s not an attribute

you would expect in a man who spent most of his life working with numbers rather than words.

The 75-year-old, long-time Mission resident and former accountant, has penned a fantasy/sports/golf novel called Strike While the Iron’s Hot.He began the project

in March of 2014 and finished a year later.

“I had it printed in May of 2015. I had 50 copies published. Paid for it myself,” said Schmur.The aspiring author is

now promoting his book around the Fraser valley and across the world.Schmur travelled to

England on vacation

and decided to bring some copies of his new novel with him. He only left a few, but he also went on a cruise and left two copies in the ship’s library.“It’s probably still

sailing around different parts of the world.”He has given away

several books to friends and family and sold about 20 copies as well.“I’m getting back some

of my money, but it’s never enough,” he joked.Schmur decided to

write about golf because of his familiarity with the sport.“I’ve been a fan and a

player, I’m not a great golfer, but I can play the game.”He said the novel is

a Fraser valley story, taking place on the Cheam Mountain Golf Course in Chilliwack.Schmur was inspired

by the corn fields adjacent to the golf course and had an image in his mind of a boy standing in a corn field watching people play golf. “He gets interested in

golf and gets inspired by the late legendary Canadian golfer Moe Norman and is given this gift – and this is

where the fantasy part comes in – given a gift from Moe Norman from the beyond.”So far he has received

plenty of positive feedback. So much so that he’s debating with himself whether to print more copies of the book, or maybe write another one.

Seventy-five year old Mission resident Walter Schmur has penned a new fantasy sports novel called Strike While the Iron’s Hot.

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The many months and years of hard and persistent work have paid off and now we can finally say that Cedar Valley Manor is a success! Cedar Valley Manor and the Mission Association for Seniors Housing would like to thank everyone involved and everyone in the Mission community for helping us realize this dream to provide our local seniors with a comfortable and affordable place to retire and downsize.

If you haven’t done so, now is the time to come check out one of the few remaining units or to get your name on our waiting list so you can be notified of vacancies and opportunities at Cedar Valley Manor in the future.

Due to our increased sales and limited remaining units our display suite will close March 12, 2016.

We will be open on Saturday afternoons between 12:00 and 4:00 on February 27th, March 5th and March 12th (or anytime by appointment). After March 12th tours will be by appointment only.

Cedar Valley Manor would like to thank the entire Mission Community for making our project a success!

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