The Ladner Business Association (LBA) prides itself on giving back to the community.
Its merchants and volunteers do this by way of many events and activities that bring families together, bring the community together and help contribute to why we all love Ladner.
A successful Easter egg hunt and parade were held in April, while the Ladner Village Market kicked off its 22nd season earlier this month.
If you missed the first market of 2018, don’t worry as there will be six more dates throughout the summer. Featuring over 160 artisan vendors, the market is held on the second and fourth Sundays in June, July and August and the second Sunday of September. It runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine.
One of Ladner’s biggest events is the 14th annual Quilt Walk and Classic Car Show, which is set for Sunday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Quilts and cars make a perfect combination for a family to enjoy the day together,” says LBA president Jill McKnight. “The streets of Ladner Village come alive through vibrant, vintage car colours and the incredible quilted works of art. This event has something for everyone.”
McKnight says organizers are anticipating a tremendous turnout this year with more than 350 cars and 180 quilts on display.
In addition to the cars and quilts, people can vote for their favourite pin-up contestant and partake in the festival atmosphere enhanced by live music and food trucks.
Two other popular events will take place later in the year.
The first is the official kick-off to the Christmas season with the LBA’s Tree Lighting event on Thursday, Nov. 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
This family-oriented event includes music performances, cookie decorating, children’s activities, gingerbread house contest and free hot chocolate.
The night culminates with the arrival of Santa and the lighting of the Christmas tree.
The LBA also hosts its annual Breakfast with Santa, set for Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Ladner Community Centre.
Community VIPs will serve up a tasty pancake breakfast. There will also be face painting for the kids, entertainment and photos with Santa.
The village is also home to other events not hosted by the LBA, but feature many of the merchants who volunteer their time.
The Tour de Delta’s Ladner Criterium is one of those events and will be held on Saturday, July 7.
“If you haven't been to a bike race before, you will be amazed at how quickly these riders move through the course in the village,” says McKnight. “Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a free evening of entertainment perfect for the entire family.”
The best place to watch the race is the start/finish area at Delta and Bridge streets, “crash corner” at Chisholm and Delta streets, 48th Avenue from Delta to Elliott streets, or any of the eateries along the race course.
Later in the year, on Saturday, Sept. 8, the Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust hosts Day at the Farm on Westham Island.
