As seniors in Qualicum Beach prepare to celebrate the Victoria Day long weekend, Judy Southern is hoping some of them will be able to answer a simple question: what would one wear to tea with the woman known as The Grandmother of Europe?
She’s hoping they won’t just answer the question, but will actually dress in period costume — or as close as they can get to it — during this Friday’s Victoria Day Tea event at the Qualicum Beach Seniors Activity Centre.
Southern, the president of the centre, said the tea is slated for 1:30 to 3 p.m. today, Friday, May 20 and will feature tea and snacks and entertainment.
“People are encouraged to dress up in long dresses and hats and formal suits,” she said.