As a prelude to Arts on the Avenue next day, the Ladysmith Arts Council will Light Up the Night’ on First Ave. from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Aug. 22.
The event will include children’s lantern making; steam roller print making; wood carving and music by the Zimbabwe band MBIRA Spirit. The avenue’s trees will be lit up, too.
Volunteers are needed to help with the event: Ask for Kathy at 250-245-1252.