With less than two weeks before Christmas Day, many people will be out and about shopping this weekend. We've got some suggestions to make your shopping as enjoyable as possible - and some ideas to help you get away from the crowds too. We are continuing with our popular feature, The Record's Top Five (or More) Things to Do This Weekend and offer the following suggestions for Dec. 13 to 15.
1. Get into the holiday spirit at the Christmas Night Marketplace at River Market, where you'll find some unique handmade crafts and enjoy live music. The marketplace takes place on Friday, Dec. 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. Admission is free, but people are asked to bring food donations from the food bank. If you miss this week's event, another night market will be held on Friday, Dec. 20 - same time, same place.
2. Pick up some one-of-a-kind gifts at the Treasure Room, an annual offering of the New Westminster Arts Council. Located in Centennial Lodge in Queen's Park, the Treasure Room is open Tuesday to Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. until Dec. 23. For more information, call 604-525-3244.
3. Step back in time and enjoy a tour of Irving House, which is decked out in its Victorian Christmas finery for all to enjoy. Irving House, the city's oldest home, is open from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Victorian Christmas teas are also being held on Dec. 14 and 15. For more information, call Irving House at 604-527-4640 or email [email protected].
4. Enjoy a laugh at the Vagabond Players' performance of The Importance of Being Uncle Roscoe. The Christmas comedy takes to the stage at the Bernie Legge Theatre in Queen's Park from Dec. 11 to 15, Dec. 18 and 19 and has its final show on Dec. 21. Showtime is 8 p.m., and tickets are $15, or $13 for seniors and students. For reservations, call 604-521-0412 or send an email to [email protected].
5. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of shopping in the uptown and drop by New Westminster's newest watering hole - Union Jack Public House. The pub recently opened at 525 Seventh St., in the space that was the longtime home of Moonrakers. The full menu can be found at www.unionjackpublichouse.com.
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