Free Brigade Day concert
Join the Swing Patrol for a free concert during Brigade Day at the Fort Langley National Historic Site on Aug. 3.
Get ready to dance to the best of swing era music in the spirit of Benny Goodman Sextet, Count Basie and Louise Jordan.
Music begins at 6 p.m. with the Langley Community Music School Fiddlers, followed by the Swing Patrol at 7 p.m.
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Creative Coaches in the Park
Kids ages 3-12 are invited to explore their imaginations while creating art in the park.
The event runs on Wednesdays in two locations.
Join them at the Fort Langley Community Park, St. Andrews Avenue and Nash Street, on Aug. 5, Aug. 19 and Sept. 2 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Or stop by Bedford Landing Plaza, 23285 Billy Brown Rd., on July 29, Aug. 12 and Aug. 26 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
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Meteor Shower Watch & Walk
Camp overnight on Aug. 8-9 at Aldergrove Regional Park for the Meteor Shower Watch & Walk event.
Gaze at the night sky through telescopes, meet astronomers and walk lantern-lit trails.
There will also be crafts, fun learning activities, music and entertainment.
Campers must arrive between 5-8 p.m. Aldergrove Elks Lodge #66 will be providing an evening concession with coffee, hot chocolate, snacks and pancake breakfast Sunday morning.
This event is cash only and will run rain or shine.
Proceeds support BC Elks Association and Aldergrove community initiatives.
Meet at the Aldergrove Bowl entrance at 550 Lefeuvre Rd.
Cost is $2 per person.
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Garden Party
Celebrate Life with the Langley Hospice Society at their annual Garden Party fundraiser on Aug. 13.
Enjoy live entertainment, a silent auction, passed canapés and VQA wines.
Tickets are $25 and are available by calling 604-530-1115 or in person at the Langley Hospice Supportive Programs Centre, 20660 48 Ave.
There is also a raffle draw for a chance to win two travel vouchers for anywhere West Jet flies.
Other prizes include a new BBQ and outdoor patio furniture set.
Raffle tickets are $10 each or three for $25. Draw date is Aug. 13.
