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CEILIDH DANCERS enjoying an evening of fun at the Scottish Cultural Centre in Vancouver on April 27.
SCOTTISH CEILIDHS A KICK
VANCOUVER - The word is out... there's a rollicking good time to be had at the local Scottish Ceilidh Dances and the increase in participants this season reflects the growing popularity of these events.
When asked for the secret of his success, Duncan Mackenzie, coordinator and instructor, responded, "the enthusiasm of the dancers! They're really having fun and, at 65, it's an evenings enter-
tainment that doesn't break the bank."
The season wraps up with a special ceilidh, held in conjunction with the upcoming Hyack Festival, local Celtic group Blackthorn will provide the music for the May 25 event, taking place at the Arenex, Queen's Park, New Westminster.
Duncan will be guiding those in attendance through the popular
social dances of Scotland, so it's a perfect opportunity to take your kilt out for a spin. Tickets are 615.
Anyone wishing to continue dancing this summer, look for Scottish Country Dancing at Ceperley Playground in Stanley Park on Mondays at 7:30 PM, starting June 18. The Ceilidh dances will resume September 28 at their usual venue, the Scottish Cultural Centre.
Scottish Week Culminates in B.C Highland Games
VANCOUVER - The time has once again come around for the big Scottish event of year, the B.C. Highland Games. Held at the Town Centre Stadium in Coquitlam, the event is sponsored by the United Scottish Cultural Societies.
The stadium is located on Pinetree, just off the Barnett Highway (North of the Coquitlam Shopping Centre). Just a half-hour drive from East of Vancouver, the venue offers easy access to Coquitlam from Trans Canada Highway.
Gates open at 8:30 AM for a whole day of music, dancing, piping, stage shows, and kids entertainment. Judging of piping and athletic events will begin at approximately 9:30 AM. All day admission is 610, seniors and students 66 and children under 12 free.
Some of the special attractions including the caber toss and other athletic events, a British card display, and Heritage Tent. Massed pipe bands take to the field at approximately 5:30 PM.
A stage show featuring Celtic musicians, Highland and Scottish Country dancers will entertain at the 1,800 grandstand starting at 1:30 PM and continuing through to 5 PM.
Sheep dog displays are also in store for visitors along with traditional Scottish food and bever-
ages such as Scotch meat pies or just a cup of tea and scones at the tea tent. There will also be a beer garden for cool refreshments and even a whisky tasting tent. Some the featured entertainment for kids will include pony rides, kids golf, kite flying, and clowns.
Mayor Phillip Owen has proclaimed the week of June 24, Scottish Heritage Week in Vancouver. This will kick off with "The Kirkin' o the Tartans" on June 29 and culminate with the B.C. Highland Games on June 30.
For more information, call the B.C. Highland Games information line at (604) 519-7222 or (604) 521-1092.
'BRITISH STORY TIME'
ABBOTSFORD - The Inverglen Scottish Dancers, will present "British Story Time" on June 15 at the Abbey Arts Theatre in Abbotsford. This evening of Highland, Scottish Country and Step Dancing will entertain all ages.
Some of the numbers which the company will perform in Singapore and Australia will be also be showcased in a sneak preview.
The school is celebrating its 21st anniversary this June. Tickets are 610 and may be purchased at the door. For more information, contact the Inverglen Scottish Dance School at (604) 850-1605.
'Greatest Show on British Wheels'
VANCOUVER - On May 19, VanDusen Botanical Gardens plays host to the 16"' annual Vancouver All British Field Meet. This has been billed as "the Greatest Show on British Wheels" and it is certainly the largest of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. Here, a stunning collection of British Classic Cars will be complimented by the beauty of the gardens.
More than 500 classics, with marques such as MG, Austin-Healey, Jaguar, Morris, Rolls, Bentley, and Aston Martin will be on display from 10 AM to 4:30 PM. Regular garden entrance rates apply.
The Olde British Car Society organizes the event for the enjoyment of British classic cars and to raise funds for th Downtown Eastside Working Group. For more information, call (606) 736-6754.
