We have been to other dance schools and this one is light years beyond the ones we've experienced…read more Well organized, constantly updated. Great training. No complaints at all. My daughter always wanted to get serious about ballet and this school is a perfect fit. Her last school would learn one 3 minute routine for the whole year. In this school, they learn technique, posture, poise, even history in addition to a routine, plus there's extra curricular training for the Nutcracker each Christmas. It has challenged her to achieve a higher level, and she loves it.

From the owner: Artistic Director Mr. John C. Carney, former English National Ballet Soloist, Rambert Dance Company…read morePrincipal, and Royal Ballet School student, teacher and choreographer, brings the experience and knowledge to ensure all students reach their highest potential, whether as recreational or professional dancers. Fraser Valley Academy of Dance offers exceptional training in Ballet, Contemporary, Modern Theatre Dance, Jazz and Lyrical. Performance opportunities include annual productions of The Nutcracker and the School Performances at the Clarke Theatre, as well as community events throughout the year. Programs include the Pre-Professional Academy, Morning Pre-School and Adult classes, After-School Training, Summer Intensives and Dance Camps, and an International Student Program. Ages 3 to Adult.

Mission Museum is a small museum. There's only one floor to the museum; you basically walk one…read morecircular loop and you're done. It's a cute one though and a great place to go to if you're with anyone who might have mobility issues or other issues that might make a larger museum more challenging to get through. Admission is by donation. There are enough exhibits and information with it to make it a worthwhile visit and since it's such a small museum you can take your time looking at things and reading things. No rush to get through it all. There's a small gift shop at the end too. I came home with this lovely gold pin from the gift shop, of an angel reading a book. They also offer walking tours of downtown at the museum. The museum is small and doesn't look like much but we very much enjoyed it and I would highly recommend it!

From the owner: The Mission Museum is located in Mission, BC, Canada, and is dedicated to upholding the goals of…read morethe Mission District Historical Society: "Recording our History, Educating the Community, Preserving our Heritage." Operated by the Society, the Mission Museum exists for the purpose of preserving the history of Mission by way of the collection, preservation, documentation, research and interpretation of three-dimensional objects related to our community's history, making it available to all people through exhibits, events and public programming. Our collection consists of over 10,000 objects which have been donated over the years by businesses, organizations and individual members of the community.

I have utilized many of the libraries in the Fraser Valley and I must say the staff at Mission are…read moreamong the best. They are unfailingly helpful and generally cheerful, even now during COVID. Their materials are kept up to date with borrowed materials being filed back regularly. They ensure the many areas are kept clean and orderly and it is always a pleasure to visit.

One of the best places in Mission - friendly and helpful staff, lots of choices - books for every…read moreinterest, and in major languages, audio tapes, video tapes, computers to use free. There are always interesting programs for children, youth and adults. Tutors to help with homework, or to improve your English skills. Or, just a quiet place to relax, flip through a magazine, meet up with friends. Make it a weekly visit.

Silver city is the only movie theatre in Mission but it offers a great night out that can be…read moreinexpensive and family friendly. They offer deals and discounts with their Scene Card that you can build points up on, to use for discounts on food or tickets. Last night we went into see The Gentleman and we had enough points for a free show! The concession late at night is limited as we never see much else open other than the usual popcorn and such. The theatre is clean and always welcoming. The onyl down fall is that it is sometimes slow getting your ticket that causes for a longer wait time than wanted. But other than that it's a great small city theatre!

The family and I are big wine drinkers, so we decided to just stock up on it. This is a great place…read morefor ordering large quantities the way you want it. A good variety of grapes, and different options for time. We normally have it bottled, oaked and we store it for about 3-4 months before opening to make sure it is good. The prices are great, and the service is always pleasant.

From the owner: We are a locally owned U-Vin/U-Brew. We are here for all of your on-premise wine and beer making…read moreneeds. We cater to the home brewer, and carry a wide variety of wine, beer, cider, and cooler kits!

I attended the 23rd annual Mission Folk Festival a couple of weeks ago and had a blast. I have to…read moreadmit I was skeptical....folk music? Surely this event couldn't be that much of a party, but boy, was I wrong! Mission is the perfect distance from Vancouver to head out there on a Friday night after work and still arrive, set up your tent and settle in with a beer in hand before the sun has set. The festival was based in the Fraser River Heritage Park, overlooking the beautiful Fraser River. The vista from this park of Mt Baker was unbelievable, and the park itself offered lovely shaded groves to sit in and watch acts on the smaller stages and beautiful wide open spaces to dance your heart out to performers on the main stage. The camping facilities were top notch, great toilet facilities and even private showers for campers. The running water for the camp was a fair distance from the camping area, based in the festival site, which was my only complaint as it was a super hot weekend! I think Mission Folk Festival would more aptly be named Mission World Music Festival, or even just Mission Music Festival, because they host root, blues, and all manner of other types of music from all over the world. The Polynesian group Te Vaka had the crowd going wild with their combination of Polynesian singing, dancing and drumming and my personal highlight was watching Renato Borghetti, the Brazilian accordionist, shredding (yes people, I said SHREDDING) on his accordion to a highly appreciative audience. The ladies in Pacific Curls from New Zealand made me homesick, and Robert Sarazin Blake from Bellingham crooned to us like Johnny Cash telling a bedtime story, weaving tales well into the night. The crowd at Mission is really mixed, from oldies in wheelchairs with family members taking them from stage to stage, families with kids, 20 and 30-somethings lounging in the sun with drinks and everything in between. Its certainly a "family-friendly" event but there were some late night parties and impromptu jam-sessions at certain camp sites and some hardcore dance-offs going down over the weekend. A full market of vendors is set up over the weekend selling clothing, massages, jewellery, art, you name it. The food area was great - Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Indian Curries, Whales Tails, Corn Dogs, Salmon Burgers, enough to keep any festival goer happy. I think the thing though that I loved the most apart from the amazingly diverse musical acts (and the amazingly diverse audience!) was the relaxed, inclusive vibe of this event. We came and went from our campsite without so much as putting anything away, let along locking things up, and the schedule of events allowed plenty of time to picnic in front of the stage, nap in the grass and also see each act more than once, not only in their main performance, but also in unstructured jams with other performers, a really cool and unique experience. Looking forward to the 24th annual event, Mission!

Mountain View Farm was the perfect venue for our August 2024 wedding!…read more We initially discovered Mountain View Farm through internet searches and were immediately drawn in by the beautiful photos. After visiting the venue in person, we knew it was exactly what we were looking for. Oana, who manages the venue, gave us a tour of the backyard and the house. Seeing it firsthand helped us visualize how we wanted to set things up. The outdoor space was ideal for the event itself. At the same time, the house provided a convenient and cozy option for us and our family to stay together, eliminating any worries about accommodation or travel time. The location is just far enough from Vancouver to feel like a peaceful escape, but close enough that it's easily accessible--only about a 45-minute drive. It ticked all the boxes for us. Venue Details: House rules: No shoes inside, and quiet hours start at 11 PM. Guests are responsible for cleaning up, trash/recycling and collecting towels in the laundry room. Pricing: The indoor house is $1,000 per night (5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms). Outdoor space prices vary by guest count: $135 per hour for up to 25 people, $165 per hour for up to 50 people. Rentals: They offer table and chair rentals (rectangular tables for 6 people, round tables also available) that can be added to your contract. Decor: Oana has decor available for rent, or you can bring your own. We loved the flexibility of choosing our own vendors, although they also provide recommendations. Before the wedding, we visited the farm one more time to finalize the layout and decor details. Oana was incredibly helpful throughout the planning process, and we were thrilled to have her as our day-of coordinator. Her knowledge of the venue and her experience made everything run smoothly. We stayed at the farm for two nights--one night before the wedding and the night of--which was a huge help. It gave us time to settle in, unpack, and handle some of the setup the day before. The house is spacious and lovely, there's room to take it easy and even a jacuzzi, One minor issue some of our guests mentioned was the house's septic system, which requires no tissues to be flushed to avoid a potential flood. Honestly, we found this to be a small sacrifice for such a beautiful venue. The Wedding Day: The day of the wedding was absolutely perfect. Oana played a key role in ensuring everything went off without a hitch. Our guests loved the venue, and many commented on the stunning views. It felt like our little hidden gem, and all our hard work paid off. The photos were breathtaking, especially with the unobstructed views of Golden Ears. In the end, Mountain View Farm was the perfect choice for an outdoor wedding. We're so glad we had the flexibility to customize the space with our own vendors and decorations, and it gave us the beautiful, peaceful setting we were looking for.

We chose Mountain View Farm for my daughter's grad party and it was the best experience we have…read moreever had. With the stunning backdrop and well designed property amenities everyone loved it and had a beautiful time. Oana, Milad and the owner are beyond helpful and accommodating of any needs. We would highly recommend any special occasion to be held here.