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A Message from your ACS TEAM!
April 2026
A big round of applause for the month of March as we welcome April to the stage! Whether you’re a writer, a dancer, an actor, or a visual artist, this is the time to let your creativity bloom. As it happens, April is not only National Poetry Month, but it’s also International Guitar Month! And no matter where you are in the world, celebrate International Dance Day on Apr 29!
Speaking of dance, another big round of applause for the Surrey Festival of Dance, which is holding its 60th year of competition, masterclasses, and joy for dancers of all ages in the Lower Mainland. Check out the schedule on page 12 for this year’s festival at the Surrey Arts Centre, Apr 7 - 22.
And for those of you visual artists, be sure to check out some of the posters in this issue, as well as the centre spread on pages 14-15. This month’s gallery show at the Newton Cultural Centre features Linda Morris and Gyan Gawander from Apr 2-29. And you can drop in for their opening reception on Apr 11 from 1 – 3pm. There are plenty of exhibitions and shows to see and do in Surrey this month, so make sure to check the listings on pages 21 - 23 as well!
Don’t forget: Passover begins Apr 1, Good Friday kicks off Easter weekend on Apr 3, Vaisahki is Apr 14, Earth Day is Apr 22
CAROL GIRARDI
ACS President
