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Filed Under Events | November 20, 2008
Here’s your weekend update, though a lot of these events go beyond the weekend – it’s that time of year – and we’ve added a bunch of new craft fairs (including Toque) to our annual listing, so if you’re feeling crafty be sure to check it out.
Winter Farmers Market
November 22nd, 10 am – 2 pm, WISE Hall, 1882 Adanac Street (at Victoria Drive)
The Winter Farmers Market is a great opportunity to stock up on local produce, crafts, meat and honey. It runs on alternate Saturdays: www.eatlocal.org
Meet the characters from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Capilano Mall
November 22nd, 11 am, 12 pm & 1 pm, Capilano Mall, 935 Marine Drive, North Vancouver
Get your tix for this meet and greet, with the characters from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast soon to be at the Stanley Theatre, from the Info Booth/Lotto Centre, proceeds benefit the North Shore Community Resources. Call 604.980.8561 for more details: www.capilanomall.com
Bobs & Lolo at Science World
November 22nd, 12 pm & 2 pm, Science World, 1455 Quebec Street
Bobs & Lolo are back at Science World in the Science Theatre debuting songs from Action Packed, their new album that explores the natural world through music, movement and make-believe: www.scienceworld.ca
Crocodiles Play
November 22nd, 2 pm, Once Upon a Huckleberry Bush, 4387 Main Street
Robert Heidbreder has written and Rae Mate has illustrated Crocodiles Play, a follow up to their popular Crocodiles Say. Come join them at Once Upon a Huckleberry Bush for their big launch: www.huckleberrychildrensbooks.com
Decorating Sunset
November 24th, 6 pm – 8 pm, Sunset Community Centre, 6810 Main Street
Sunset Community Centre’s putting on an evening of craft making with family, neighbours and community and all the decorations made on the night will decorate Sunset over the holidays: www.mysunset.net
Keeping the Flu Bug at Bay – Boost Your Child’s Immune System Naturally
November 25th, 7 pm, Yaletown Chiropractic, 3 – 1238 Homer Street
Dr. Stephanie Bonn will be talking on boosting your family’s immune system, natural alternatives and the flu vaccine. Register in advance by email or phone 604.688.KIDS.
Disney’s High School Musical: The Ice Tour
November 27th – November 30th, different times, Pacific Coliseum, 100 North Renfrew Street
Get your fix of Disney on Ice this year with High School Musical: The Ice Tour featuring songs, dance and team-spirited fun inspired by High School Musical and High School Musical 2: www.ticketmaster.ca
Farther Afield:
6th Annual Santa Claus Parade
November 22nd, Parade starts at 1 pm, Edmonds Street, Burnaby
Santa Claus is already coming to town in the action-packed parade that ends at Eastburn Centre where you can visit Santa, partake of hot dogs, hot chocolate, crafts, games and more: www.edmondssantaclausparade.com
Bobs & Lolo
November 23rd, 1 pm & 3 pm, Chapters in Langley, 20015 Langley By-Pass, Unit 115
The girls are getting around this weekend, they hit Science World on Saturday and then they’re off to Langley on Sunday to celebrate the release of their great new CD. Call 604.514.8663 for info.
Heritage Christmas
November 22nd – January 4th, various times, Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue
Get into the spirit of Christmas with boughs, bows and more old-fashioned ornaments and decorations including traditional entertainment, demos and a daily craft for kids as well as a chance to chat with Santa: burnabyvillagemuseum.ca
The Princess and the Pea
November 26th – December 7th, 7:30 pm – 10 pm, Surrey Arts Centre Main Stage, 88 Avenue/King George Hwy
Panto season is upon us and the Fraser Valley Gilbert and Sullivan Society’s musical pantomime is always a hit, everyone’s going to want to be a princess or a pea. Audience participation is a must: www.fvgss.org
Lower Mainland Annual Toy & Product Fair
November 26th, 3 pm – 9 pm, Langley Golf & Banquet Centre, 21550 – 44 Ave., Langley
With over 50 exhibitors, free admission and lots of door prizes you’ll find new quality toys, products and services for kids from newborn all the way on up to pre-teen: www.langleycdc.com
We wanted to remind you to always call or visit the website for event info before you head out just in case any changes have been made since we posted it. And of course, have fun!
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