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...information for Langley’s Residents 55+
Douglas Day
Know a pioneer?
Going strong for more than 60 years, the annual event brings seniors together in tradition.
Langley Events Centre with entertainment, lunch, and an opportunity to hear from government dignitaries. “The dinner is on the 19th to celebrate Douglas Day,” said Lisa Egan of the Township. “It was on the 20th last year because of the by Ronda Payne [municipal] election, which was editorial@langleyadvance.com different, but otherwise, it will always be on the 19th.” It’s known as Douglas Day and It’s a day many seniors in the there may be some in B.C. who Langleys anticipate. Not only will have never heard of it, but local they enjoy a full turkey dinner, seniors seem to look forward to it but they also have the opportunevery year. ity to spend time with each other In Fort Langley on November sharing old stories and getting 19, 1858, Sir James Douglas was caught up, Egan noted. appointed the first Governor of In fact, most residents who are B.C. The day has been recognized eligible to attend in the Township will already be of Langley since “The dinner is on the 19th registered because the 1920s as a time to celebrate Douglas Day.” of the closeness to pay tribute to Lisa Egan of the senior comlocal pioneering munity. families. A special More than 210 banquet has been pioneers are set to be at the lunchheld since 1946 to honour those pioneers and their contributions to eon, with guests, dignitaries, and organizers bringing the total count forming the community. up to more than 420. This year the event, which is “They kind of know [who is by invitation, will be held at the
More than 210 pioneers from the Langleys are expected to be honoured at this year’s Pioneer Dinner. eligible to attend], because they know each other,” Egan said. “They need to be entered into our system to be invited, so if they aren’t already, they need to contact us.” Just who is a pioneer? A Langley pioneer is, “someone over 70
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years of age who has lived [continuously] in the Langleys for over 60 years,” she noted. Originally the event was held in the evening, but last year, organizers tried the luncheon format and received an excellent response to the change.
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For those attending, doors open at noon, with lunch served at 1 p.m. To get on the list for next year’s event, those eligible should contact Egan at 604-533-6148 or keep an eye out for more information in the Township’s communications.
“Leaves are for playing – not raking”
Saturday, December 1• 1-5 pm
Carolling 2-3 pm • Entertainment 3:30-4:30 pm
Everyone is welcome! Join us and find some unique Christmas gifts for the special people on your list. Mark your calendar! This is the event you don’t want to miss. We have a wide variety of crafts and gift items offered at this event. Tea by donation to the Langley Christmas Bureau; toys will also be collected collecte for this wonderful cause.
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