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It’s mid-November and that means it’s carte blanche for Christmas! Looking for something Christmassy to do? have we got some ideas for you! With Jingle Bells in the air, get to a craft fair, watch a parade, or create a seasonal mug…
GIFTS:
You have your choice of craft fairs this weekend…Christmas Craft Market at Cole Harbour Place offers 50 vendors selling locally crafted goods on Saturday and Sunday from 10-4. Admission is only $2 and kids under 12 are free.
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Enjoy artisan demonstrations and get that original gift at the Cunard Event Centre, Pier 23 for the 41st annual Designer Craft Show. This juried craft event takes place Friday 10-9, Saturday 9-5, and Sunday 10-5. Admission is $7, students & seniors $6, weekend passes $9, children under 12 are free! Families (2 adults/2 students) $20 and Groups of Seven $40.
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A Craft Fair with a Cause! Come out and support Cunard Jr. High at their 29th annual Christmas Craft Fair this Saturday from 9-1:30. Your $3 admission goes toward programs and activities for students. Come for the professional crafts and the famous chicken burgers!
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If handmade gifts are your jam, make a set of bear-y cute mugs! 4Cats Arts studio has a family workshop in store this Sunday at 11. The cost is $25 per polar bear mug maker. A fun and festive activity where you come away with something!
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While you’re at it thinking gifts, why not check out our friends Momo and Sammy online? Enter promo code URBANPARENT to receive 10% off your next purchase of otter inspired happy wear for little ones.
PARADES:
You can indulge in two parades this weekend…The Halifax Parade of Lights is always a gem. It begins at 6:00 Saturday on Upper Water Street.
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Make sure Santa knows you’ve been good and get the family to the Light Up Bedford Parade Sunday evening. Floats depart at DeWolf Park at 5:45. Urban Parent has maps of both parade routes to help you plan ahead and pick a spot. Click here to navigate the Halifax Parade of Lights and here to Light Up Bedford.
