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Save the Date: 2nd Annual Devin McGuire Memorial Tournament Returns to Abbotsford! Get ready for a weekend of high-energy softball, star power, and heartfelt community spirit as the Devin McGuire Memorial Tournament returns to Abbotsford Exhibition Park on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026.

Event Details:

Dozens of teams will compete across three divisions in a fun 7 men + 3 women format. Beyond the games, the weekend will be packed with exciting activities including:

Star-Studded Lineup Includes:

A Cause That Matters
This 100% charity event honours the life and legacy of Devin McGuire, who passed away in May 2024.

Devin was a passionate recovery advocate who believed deeply in the healing power of sports and community.

All proceeds support mental health awareness and trauma recovery initiatives through the Devin McGuire Legacy Foundation. Whether you come to cheer on the teams, meet the celebrities, or simply enjoy a great weekend outdoors, your presence helps continue Devin’s mission of hope and healing.

Admission: Free to attend (with plenty of ways to support the cause through donations, the beer garden, and auctions). Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family for a weekend that combines fun, sports, and purpose. Let’s come together to celebrate life, community, and mental health awareness!

#ForDevo #MentalHealthMatters #AbbotsfordEven

🌡 This Week’s Weather Forecast

Support These Local Businesses

Steam and Sugar Bake Co.

☕ Indulge in fresh, flaky croissants, dreamy danishes, and bold coffee right in the heart of historic downtown Abbotsford. At Steam & Sugar Bake Co., we craft every pastry from scratch with a sprinkle of joy. Stop by for a cozy lunch or a sweet treat today! Open Wednesday–Sunday, 8am–4pm.

Unit #103 - 2636 Montrose Avenue
Downtown Abbotsford

Learn more at https://steamandsugarbakeco.ca/

A History Moment

The Quick Hustle That Founded Abbotsford

In 1889, John Cunningham Maclure — a Scottish surveyor and former Royal Engineer — acquired 160 acres of Fraser Valley bush along the Old Yale Road. The moment he saw the rich Matsqui Prairie, he declared it “the promised land.”

Just 68 days later, he transferred the land to his son. Two months after that, it was sold again. In under five months, the property had changed hands twice in one of British Columbia’s fastest early real estate flips.

The final buyer, Robert Ward, filed the town plan in 1891. When it came time to name the settlement, Maclure suggested honoring his friend Henry “Harry” Abbott, a powerful Canadian Pacific Railway superintendent. In return, the CPR built a station, and the name Abbotsford was born (sometimes originally spelled Abbottsford).

There’s a lingering family legend that Maclure actually named it after Sir Walter Scott’s famous Abbotsford House in Scotland. The truth is likely a bit of both.

By 1892 a post office opened, the village was incorporated in 1924, and through later amalgamations (Matsqui in 1995), Abbotsford grew into one of B.C.’s largest and most dynamic cities.

It’s a perfect founding story for the Fraser Valley: big dreams, railway ambition, and a healthy dose of old-fashioned hustle.

🌆 What’s Happenin’ Around Town (Upcoming Events)

"Hey folks, the sun’s finally sticking around and so are the good times! Here’s what’s cookin’ this week and next:

Another Great Event

Want to Make Your Colored Pencil Art Go From Flat and Lifeless… to Rich, Vibrant, and Full of Pop?

You’re invited to join talented guest artist Donna Duvall for a fun, practical 1-hour demo that will completely change how you think about colored pencils.

In just one short hour, you’ll discover simple but powerful layering techniques that add incredible depth, texture, smooth blending, and intense, glowing color.

You’ll learn how to squeeze every bit of life out of your pencils and ordinary supplies — turning dull, flat drawings into artwork that practically jumps off the page.

Whether you’re a curious beginner, a seasoned mixed-media artist, or someone who just wants their work to have more “wow” factor, this demo is for you.Come watch color come alive right before your eyes — and enjoy hands-on opportunities to try the techniques yourself during the session.

Clearbrook Library – Abbotsford
Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7

Drawing Demos: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm both days. Seats can fill up fast for these popular sessions, so mark your calendar now and bring a friend who loves to create!✍️

#ColoredPencilArt #ArtDemo #LayeringTechniques #ColourPencilMagic #ArtShowDemo

Did You Know?

You can Verify Used Items Before You Buy: How to Use CPIC

When buying used goods online—especially electronics, bicycles, or vehicles—it is essential to ensure you aren't inadvertently purchasing stolen property.

You can verify the status of an item instantly using cpic-cipc.ca.

Managed by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) offers a free, public-facing database to search serial numbers and verify if an item has been reported stolen anywhere in Canada.

The portal allows daily searches across several major categories:

Glad to bring you an Abby Rundown Extra to prepare you for next week. Praying your week goes well