Thirty years celebrated

The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre hosted an anniversary celebration and annual general meeting in Abbotsford.

Arlene Johnston looks over a display showing part of the proud history of the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre. The centre held its annual general meeting and 30th anniversary celebration on Thursday night at Christian Life Community Church in Abbotsford.

Arlene Johnston looks over a display showing part of the proud history of the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre. The centre held its annual general meeting and 30th anniversary celebration on Thursday night at Christian Life Community Church in Abbotsford.

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