The Ladner Business Association prides itself on giving back to the community.
Its merchants and volunteers do this by way of many events and activities that are either run by the LBA or supported by its various members. These popular events bring the community together and help contribute to why we all love Ladner.
Supported by many local merchants, the Ladner Village Market kicked off its 23rd season earlier this month by attracting thousands, both locals and visitors, to 48th Avenue. Over 160 artisan vendors set up shop in the village to sell everything from fresh produce and baked goods to crafts, jewelry, flowers and more.
Participating local merchants add to the mix that also includes live entertainment, food trucks and children’s activities.
The market runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, on seven Sundays throughout the summer. Upcoming dates are: June 23, July 14 and 28, Aug. 11 and 25, and Sept. 8
On Saturday, June 22, Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust will hold its Summer Solstice barbecue, while on Canada Day, Emma Lea Farms is hosting a fundraiser in support of the Reach Child and Youth Development Society.
The LBA’s signature summer event is the hugely popular Ladner Village Quilt Walk and Car Show, which will be held on Sunday, Aug. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Last year the business association welcomed 400 cars and 180 quilts and anticipates a similar turnout this year. Participants can register their cars and quilts through [email protected].
Entertainment will be from the Lounge Hounds featuring Ben Klein as Elvis while a variety of food trucks will offer mini donuts, fresh baked cookies, hamburgers smokies and more. Vendors will be on hand selling car shirts, licence plate art, printed leggings and quilting fabrics.
New this year will be a 1940s and 1950s fashion show n’ shine with prizes in categories for both men and women for best outfit and best hair. This replaces the Pin-Up Pageant.
“As the only Quilt Walk and Classic Car Show in the Lower Mainland, the Ladner Business Association is excited to bring the entire family together for a fantastic free event in our beautiful community,” said LBA president Jill McKnight.
“Make Ladner Village your destination to spend the day enjoying the music, the sights and the experiences. This is the perfect day to discover Ladner.”
LBA members are also active in working together to create events and activities.
Examples include: Celebrate Resilience art exhibition, which is ongoing at Stir Coffee House through July. Alongside You and Radina Photography are hosting the event, but have received additional support from Ladner Village Market, Camille's Boutique, Lawlor Goldsmith Shoppe, Neighbourhood Plumbing and Heating, Muddy River Landing, Collaborative Wellness Inc. and Vinca's Kitchen.
Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust will host its annual Day at the Farm on Westham Island on Saturday, Sept. 7.
The LBA, which held a parade and egg hunt once again on the Easter weekend, hosts a series of events over the Christmas season. A Christmas Open House in the Village will be held on Nov. 21, the Tree Festival on Nov. 28 and the popular Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 7.
“The Ladner Business Association is proud of the events that our members organize and the support that our members show each other through volunteering, sponsorship, and donations for auctions and fundraising on behalf of others,” added McKnight.
