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Langley’s 14th annual Diwali event a feast for the eyes, ears and mouth

An afternoon of activities and arts give people a glimpse into South Asian culture.
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Dance and music are big parts of the Diwali celebration at the Muriel Arnason Library. This year’s event is Oct. 21. (Langley Advance files)

The increasingly popular Diwali celebrations at the Muriel Arnason Library are this Saturday afternoon.

On Oct. 21, from 1 to 3 p.m., the public can take part in the 14th annual Diwali (Festival of Lights).

Diwali, which means “a row of lights”, is the most widely celebrated Indian festival. Diwali marks the victory of good over evil and the beginning of the New Year in India.

In Hindu philosophy, darkness is compared to ignorance, and lighting the lamp has significance of losing ignorance and gaining knowledge.

The lighting of deevas (small clay lamps) in every house brings brightness and joy and hope of finding light in darkness, achieving knowledge where there is ignorance, and spreading love.

Everyone is cordially invited to experience diversity of culture through crafts, face painting, Henna, Indian music and dance, displays, and treats.

The Diwali activities are drop-in, free and open to the public.

For more information, call 604-532-3590, or visit Muriel Arnason Library, located in the Township of Langley Civic Facility at 20338 65th Ave.

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