The theme of this year's Ladner Pioneer May Days is Heroes & Villains, and you can be a hero just by volunteering to help with the event.
"Volunteers are absolutely critical to the success of May Days, and we can't ever thank them enough for always being so generous with their time," says Val Bartlett, who coordinates the volunteers for May Days.
The committee is seeking volunteers once again for this year's event, set for May 23 to 25 at Memorial Park.
Volunteers are required for events and activities in the park, and a significant number of volunteers with physical strength and stamina are needed Sunday
morning to assist with the setup and takedown of the parade barricades, and to place "no parking" signs along the route.
Volunteer tasks include setting up the stage, assisting crafters in unloading their vehicles, changing sponsor signs and helping at the petting zoo.
People can volunteer for as little or as long as they desire, says Bartlett, and there are even opportunities for youth to get involved. There are always a large number of energetic volunteers from Delta Secondary. "We welcome volunteers who are 12 years and older," says Bartlett. "It's so great to witness the young ones getting involved - you can see the sense of accomplishment they feel."
May Days festivities begin on Friday evening with discounted midway rides for kids. Saturday is filled with a broad range of family entertainers and many free activities and entertainment for children.
Sunday activities kick off with a pancake breakfast followed at noon by the parade, featuring the May Queen float.
With the theme of this year's event being Heroes & Villains, volunteers are encouraged to dress as their favourite character.
Anyone wishing to sponsor or volunteer at this year's May Days should email [email protected]. You can also find out more about the event at www.ladnermaydays.com.
