THE long-awaited announcement as to who is the Whipman and Lass Elect for 2017 together with the Barony Herald, Flower Girl and Presenting Lady will be made this evening.
Following a dress rehearsal last night, the Introduction Concert will take place at the Graham Institute from 7.30pm.
As always, the names of the Principals are a well kept secret in the village and surrounding area.
The concert will feature a packed line up of local talent with pupils from Newlands Primary School singing and dancing, plus the annual performances by both the Ex-Whipman and Ex-Whipman’s Lasses.
Gary Ross, the 2016 West Linton Whipman told the Peeblesshire News: “Louise and I have had an incredible 2016 making wonderful memories to last a lifetime. It has been an honour and a privilege for us both to be part of Whipman.
“We are looking forward to the introduction of the Whipman and Lass Elect for 2017 at the Introduction Concert tonight and also making our debut performances on stage. We hope to see you there.”
On Saturday morning, there is a coffee morning in the Graham Institute at 10am, when villagers can come along and meet their Whipman and Lass Elect and other Principals.
The first event is the Junior Ride Out which takes place on Sunday, May 28.
The Whipman week itself starts on Friday, June 2 with the Installation Ceremony in the Marquee, Floats and Procession round the village.
For details visit http://whipman.com
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