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What's What
. The Musical of Oz: Stagecoach Langley Theatre Arts School is presenting two shows on June 15 (12: 30 p.m. and 3: 30 p.m.) with a cast of 80 local youths from four to 16. At the Chief Sepass Theatre. Admission is $7 at the door. Funds go the Langley Memorial Hospital maternity campaign. Info: stagecoachschoolslangley.ca or 778-240-5915.
Nicmans scores spot on junior national team
The blisters, the calloused hands, the hours spent on the water have paid off for Langley paddler David Nicmans.
From the horse's mouth
Working as a parking lot attendant in Vancouver for 20 years was so boring and depressing, that Tanya Nahal often sought out creative projects that would stimulate her mind and fill the time.
What's What
. Gumboot Gala: The Langley Environmental Partners Society (LEPS) is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a gala starting at 5: 30 p.m. on June 1 at the Redwoods Golf Course. The event will feature a gumboot red carpet, a locally sourced "100-mile" feast, a silent auction, live entertainment and more. Tickets ($46) and info: http: // gumbootgala-es2.eventbrite.ca/?rank=6#.
Fort development not supported
When Township council passed a Heritage Alteration Permit for a new building at 9190 Church St. [Fort continues to expand, April 25, Langley Advance], I understand the silence from Fort Langley residents was deafening. I wonder why.
Showtime Events
Dewdney Pub June 16, David "Hurricane" Hoerl will perform at the Dewdney Pub from 8: 30 p.m. - 12: 30 a.m., at 8793 River Road S., five minutes east of Mission, off the Lougheed Hwy. Call 604-826-4762.
Fort May Day fun for whole family
Fort Langley was the scene of arguably the grand-daddy of all May Day celebrations in B.C. on Victoria Day Monday.
UPDATE: Celebration started nine decades ago
Take part in nine decades of history as Fort Langley hosts the May Day Parade and Celebrations this coming Monday.
Historic restoration projects earn honours
Heritage buildings are not just local landmarks, they represent history, while adding character to neighbourhoods.
Flooding not likely in Langley
While flooding is not expected to impact Langley, river forecasters and emergency planners are keeping an eye on the Fraser River.
Honour pioneers on schools
Many newcomers to Langley will likely be unfamiliar with the fact that Fort Langley is the birthplace of B.C., and that there is a statute on the B.C. books representing that information, called the Douglas Day Act.
Miss BC hopeful aids others
An Aldergrove teen hoping to become the next Miss B.C. spent the first full week of May hammering away on a construction crew.
Truly Canadian, eh!
Capturing the essence of the Canadian culture on film - or with a digital camera - means different things to different photographers.
Young at art
Cam Jarvis and Alasdair Coyle went with an eggplant background during the Youth Week painted ceiling tile workshop May 4 at the Walnut Grove Community Centre. Langley Township and City hosted several Youth Week events at various sites, May 1-7.
