The calendar is into the last weekend of November, and holiday events — from Christmas tree displays to craft fairs — are starting to ramp up. So, there’s plenty to do this weekend. Here’s the News’ top three to consider.
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15th Annual Winter Wonderland: Saturday Nov. 28:
With the holiday season right around the corner, Richmond City Hall has been decorated with Christmas trees that sparkle and gleam. It is a beautiful sight to behold with the hall’s galleria full of colours, lights and ornaments.
The trees are part of the 15th annual Winter Wonderland, presented by the Rotary Club of Richmond Sunset. In addition to the decorated trees, starting Saturday, and on every Saturday until Christmas, there will be matinee performances for all to enjoy. While performances are free attendees are encouraged to make monetary or non-perishable food donations to support the Richmond Food Bank.
Performance schedule:
Saturday, Nov. 28
12:30 p.m. – Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony with Mayor Malcolm Brodie and council members
Performance:
1:30 - 2 p.m. – Tom Lee Music
2:30 - 3:15 p.m. – Tom Lee Music
2.
Steveston Community Centre Christmas Craft Fair: Saturday Nov. 28
Kick start your holiday shopping at Richmond’s biggest Christmas Craft Fair from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Steveston Community Centre. With more than 160 tables of juried home-crafted arts, baking, canning, carving, jewelry, textiles, toys, and other delightful artisan favours, visitors are sure to find something for everyone on their list, or a special treat for themselves. Admission is by cash donation in support of the Steveston park playground project, or a non-perishable food donation in support of the Richmond Food Bank. There will also be a concession hosted by the Older Adults Program participants, with proceeds from the concession benefiting the Older Adults Program at the Steveston Community Centre. For further information, call 604-238- 8080 or visit stevestoncommunitysociety.com.
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Black Friday shopping: Nov. 28 - 29
In keeping with the retail rush during the holidays, various stores across the city are having some of the biggest sales of the year. More Canadian shops are following the trend of Black Friday fever south of the border. New to the retail landscape this season is the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport on Sea Island. It will be open at 8 a.m. from Friday to Sunday to accommodate early shoppers.
