Early life and ministry in Scotland[edit] John Knox Witherspoon was born at Gifford, a parish of Yester, at East Lothian, Scotland, as the eldest child of the Reverend James Alexander Witherspoon and Anne Walker, a descendant of John Welsh of Ayr and John Knox.
Victoria Day, also referred to as May Long, May Run, or May Two-Four Weekend, is a federal and public holiday in Canada that honors the birth of Queen Victoria as well as signlaing the official beginning to the summer season in Canada.
For over 100 continuous years, the Victoria Day weekend has been celebrated in Kaslo with a three day festival. Hosted by the Kaslo and Area Chamber of Commerce, the highlight of this celebration is the annual May Pole Dance performed by the 1st graders of Kaslo.