1. Celebrate National Child Day and participate in fun, creative and musical activities for kids aged 12 and under. The celebration, taking place on Sunday, Nov. 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Centennial Community Centre, incudes a pirate bouncy castle, games and crafts, face painting, arts activities, and a highland dance demo and lesson. Children’s entertainer Tony Prophet will perform, and snacks and resources are also available for families who register to attend the free celebration. Centennial Community Centre is located at 65 East Sixth Ave. To register, email [email protected].
2. Help Royal City Musical Theatre stage its spring production of Fiddler on the Roof – and have a great night out at The Big Splash. The fundraiser, taking place on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 7 to 11 p.m. at 100 Braid St Studios, features an evening of art, live music by baritone Steve Maddock and jazz artists Darren Ratke and Chris Sigerson, and a wine tasting provided by Pacific Breeze Wintery and Kalala Organic Estate Winery. Tickets are $75 (you’ll get a $25 tax receipt) and are available at 604-522-4306 or [email protected].
3. Get into the Christmas spirit at MOVE yoga, pilates and dance studio in Sapperton, which is hosting a free Christmas craft market on Friday, Nov. 20 and Saturday, Nov. 21 from 2 to 5 p.m. at 237 Nelson’s Cres. The event features local crafters, unique artisans, handmade jewelry, clothing, funky art and yummy baked goods. Everyone is welcome. For information, call 604-544-6434.
4. Enjoy the mellow melodies of father and daughter guitar duo Roland and Emma Nipp while you explore the artwork and handmade gifts created by the Artists in the Boro. The group is holding its Christmas arts and craft sale on Sunday, Nov. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Queensborough Community Centre.
5. Drop by the Gallery in Queen’s Park of the Arts Council of New Westminster’s final exhibit of the year, Brushstrokes in History/Pinceladas en la Historia, featuring abstract works by local painter Pepe Hidalgo. The exhibition runs Tuesday to Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. at Gallery in Queen’s Park.
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