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CIVL News » 2010 » May

Archive for May, 2010

Abbotsford Heavy Metal Band First Reign To Play Shows

Monday, May 31st, 2010

From the First Reign facebook fanpage.

From the First Reign facebook fanpage.

Albeit not in the Fraser Valley Regional District, First Reign will be playing two shows in Vancouver during the month of June. If you like metal and Abbotsford, you should go check out their shows.

June 4, 2010 at Funky Winker Beans with Fallen Decade, Odinfist and The Sixth Crusade.

June 26, 2010 at The Biltmore Cabaret with Woods of Ypres, Mother Died Today and Archspire.

Twilight Concert Series in Mission

Sunday, May 30th, 2010

From www.heritagepark-mission.ca

From www.heritagepark-mission.ca

Hey CIVL Radio listeners! From June 2 to August 27, 2010 the Mission Heritage Association is hosting the Twilight Concert Series at the Fraser River Heritage Park in Mission, BC. There will be an eclectic mix of artists so be sure to check it out each concert night from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The cost for the event is by donation and there will be some concession snacks for sale. Click here for a link to the schedule.

The following are the first round of artists to play the Twilight Concert Series:

Wednesday June 2, 2010

1066 plays Wedneday June 2

Opening night for this concert series is on Wednesday June 2, 2010. Come on out to see the local Celtic music group 1066. Click here for a link to their website.

Friday, June 4, 2010

The Abbotsford Concert Band plays Friday June 4

The Abbotsford Concert Band plays Friday June 4

The second night for the concert series will have the Abbotsford Concert Band playing music. Click here for a link to their website.

Benefit Show For The Ride To Conquer Cancer

Saturday, May 29th, 2010

From Chilliwack, Whitey is now based in Vancouver

Originally from Chilliwack, Whitey is now based in Vancouver.

On Wednesday, June 2, 2010 Whitey will be playing at the Rock Out! To Conquer Cancer benefit concert at the Railway Club in Vancouver, BC. The show is to raise money for the Ride to Conquer Cancer which is a two day, 260 km long bicycle ride from Vancouver to Seattle with a view to raise money and awareness for the BC Cancer Foundation. Click here for more information on the Ride to Conquer Cancer.

Whitey will not be the only ones playing at the Railway Club, Wednesday June 2, 2010. The following bands will be playing at the benefit concert (click on their names to check out their music):

The Brass Action

Whitey

Ivy League Brawlers

Click here for the official facebook event!

Bike to Work Week Reminder

Friday, May 28th, 2010

Hey everyone! This is just a reminder that next Monday, May 31, 2010 is the first day of the 2010 Bike to Work Week. So don’t forget to get your bicycle ready and to tell your friends!

Bike to Work Week 2010 is happening from May 31, 2010 to June 6, 2010. For more information, go to the Bike to Work Week Fraser Valley website by clicking here!

Keep pedalin’!

North Or Die Is Playing At The Air Fair Lounge

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

Become a fan of North or Die on Facebook

Become a fan of North or Die on Facebook

This Sunday night at the Air Fair Lounge, be sure to go check out Abbotsford ska/punk band North or Die.

Show starts a 9 p.m. and goes until 1 a.m. For more information, click here for the facebook event.

CIVL Charts for May 25, 2010

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Here are the Top 5 Most played albums on CIVL this week

  1. Caribou - Swim
  2. Crystal Castles - Crystal Castles (II)
  3. Striker - Eyes In the Night
  4. The Brains - Zombie Nation
  5. Mark Sultan - $

You can view the full CIVL charts here.

Block Party In Maple Ridge For Assistance To Community Living

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

This Saturday in Maple Ridge there will be a block party with some great live music. The show will be in the parking lot for the Ridge Meadows Assistance for Community Living from noon to 5 p.m.

Check out acoustic performances by Jessica Demos and Mick Nagai as well as performances by Alice B. Army, Bugy’s Jive and The Bone Daddies.

Check out the facebook event by clicking here!

New CIVL Radio T-Shirts!

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

small to extra-large.

Sizes available: small to extra-large.

Just in time for the summer, CIVL Radio is proud to present the latest addition to our line of merchandise. As depicted above, it is a black t-shirt with the logos the elusive Agent 309 designed.

These shirts cost $10 each and we have many sizes from small to extra-large. Each are printed on M&O Knits heavy-weight, pre-shrunk, 100% cotton t-shirts.

Stop by to room C1061 in Building C of UFV to get your shirt. Or email merch@civl.ca or phone 604 851 6306.

Today Is National Missing Children’s Day

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

Every 10 minutes in Canada, another child goes missing. Another family must face an unimaginable fear – seemingly alone. This May, join the Missing Children Society of Canada in showing our searching families that they are not alone.

Please send the Missing Children Society of Canada your personal thoughts, prayers and messages of hope online at www.mcsc.ca. Together, we can give strength to continue the search. National Missing Children Awreness Day

Fraser Valley 2010 Bike to Work Week

Monday, May 24th, 2010

From biketowork.ca

From biketowork.ca

From May 31 to June 6, 2010 the Abbotsford Cycling Action Group is putting on Bike to Work 2010 for the Fraser Valley. You can register, join a team or start a new team. If your team cycles at least one day during Bike to Work Week 2010, then you can win some great prizes. Click here to register.

Prizes to be won include a Whistler Bike Getaway which includes a 2-night stay at the Listel Hotel Whistler; River Rafting Trips provided by Chilliwack River Rafting; Bike accessories and apparel provided by the Bike Shop and Life Cycles Bike Shop; Gift Certificates; and more!

There will be several celebration stations set-up throughout the Fraser Valley for participants to stop by, to enjoy snacks and refreshments, to get mechanical support and more while en-route to work. For those who live too far out of town to cycle the whole way, a Park and Ride location will be set-up at the Best Western Regency Inn.

Bike to Work Week is a pro-active way to increase awareness of commuter cycling and a great way to take part in community action. For more information, visit the Bike to Work Week Fraser Valley Website.

Also, if you are interested in purchasing a Bike to Work Week t-shirt for $20, email Terri-Lynn Gifford.