From paddling with witches on the Fraser River to viewing a new Lego model in Steveston, Richmondites have plenty to do this weekend.
1. Cranberry sale
Grab fresh cranberries at Richmond Nature Park Society's annual cranberry sale this weekend. Proceeds from the sale will go towards the society's educational programs. Cranberries are sponsored by Ocean Spray of Canada. Cranberries will be $8 for one bag, $15 for two bags or $20 for three bags.
Date and time: Saturday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Place: Richmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster Hwy.
2. Witches paddle
With the spooky season just around the corner, join the local "witches" on a paddle in the Fraser River in Steveston. The second annual witches paddle will meet at Imperial Landing dock for experienced paddlers dressed in witches and full black costumes to make their way along Steveston's waterfront to the village and back.
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Date and time: Saturday, Oct. 12 at 1 p.m.
Place: Imperial Landing Pier, 4020 Bayview St.
3. Steveston scarecrow crawl
Check out unique themed scarecrows put out by participating Steveston businesses. For more information click here.
Date and time: Saturday, Oct. 1 to 31, all-day
Place: Steveston Village
4. Learn with Lego at Gulf of Georgia Cannery
Visit the new Lego model by Richmond's Lego man Peter Grant at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery as part of the limited-time BC Culture Days event. Learn about the model's construction and take part in a themed scavenger hunt. Participants under 18 will receive a Gulf of Georgia Cannery-themed Lego piece.
Limited 10 families per session.
Date and time: Saturday, Oct. 13, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Place: Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Ave.
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