2009-2010 Events
November l December l January l February l March
Current exhibitions Burnaby Art Gallery l Performance calendar Shadbolt Centre for the Arts l Year at a glance Burnaby Village Museum
November
| November 21 & 22 |
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Christmas Craft Fair
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00am-2:00pm
Bonsor Complex
Free admission |
See what folks around the Lower Mainland have spent all year creating. The perfect holiday gift is out there waiting for you! |
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| November 21-January 3 |
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Heritage Christmas
Hours vary
Burnaby Village Museum
Admission rates |
Christmas Traditions, Past and Present. Scenes from seasonal storybooks and songs bring Christmas memories to life throughout the village and farmhouse. The smell of cedar and pine boughs, the sight of festive wreaths with bright red bows, and the sounds of carollers remind visitors of Christmases past and present. Visit with Father Christmas and take a ride on the C.W. Parker Carousel. |
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| November 28 |
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7th Annual Edmonds
Santa Claus Parade
1:00-4:00pm
Eastburn Ctr
Free admission |
Join us along Edmonds street for the parade. Post parade, visit Santa, enjoy hot dogs, hot chocolate, crafts, games and more at Eastburn Community Centre. More information... |
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December
| Daily until January 3 |
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Heritage Christmas
Hours vary (closed December 24 & 25)
Burnaby Village Museum
Admission rates |
Christmas Traditions, Past and Present. Scenes from seasonal storybooks and songs bring Christmas memories to life throughout the village and farmhouse. The smell of cedar and pine boughs, the sight of festive wreaths with bright red bows, and the sounds of carollers remind visitors of Christmases past and present. Visit with Father Christmas and take a ride on the C.W. Parker Carousel. |
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| December 3 |
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14th Annual Seasonal Celebration
Thursday, 5:30-8:30pm
Shadbolt Centre for the Arts
Free admission |
Celebrate with music, dance, interactive family activities, an ice sculptor and Que Bola Magic—a Cuban style magic show. |
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January
| January 1-3 |
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Heritage Christmas
12:00noon-5:30pm
Burnaby Village Museum
Admission rates |
Christmas Traditions, Past and Present. Scenes from seasonal storybooks and songs bring Christmas memories to life throughout the village and farmhouse. The smell of cedar and pine boughs, the sight of festive wreaths with bright red bows, and the sounds of carollers remind visitors of Christmases past and present. Take a ride on the C.W. Parker Carousel. |
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| January 17 |
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Tour & Talk:
The Prints of Gordon Smith
1945-2009
Sunday, 4:30-6:00pm
Burnaby Art Gallery
Free admission |
Ian Thom, senior curator—historical at the Vancouver Art Gallery, will discuss the prints on exhibit by Gordon Smith. Call 604.297.4422 to reserve your spot. |
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February
| February 13 |
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Flea Market
Saturday, 9:30am-2:00pm
Confederation Ctr
Free admission |
Clean out your cupboards or find yourself a bargain! More than 50 tables of pre-loved items are on display to comb through. Note to vendors: Please register in person at Confederation Centre. |
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| February 25 |
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Pink Shirt Day
Thursday, 4:30-7:00pm
Eastburn Ctr
Free admission |
Take part in anti-bullying discussions, activities and a bbq. |
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| February 27 |
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Kidstuff Swapmeet
Saturday, 9:00am-1:00pm
Willingdon Ctr
Free admission |
Clean out your child’s cluttered closet or pick up a bargain. Table rental and selling information here. |
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March
| March 8-14 |
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The Village Scavenger Hunt
Monday-Sunday, 12:00noon-4:00pm
Burnaby Village Museum
Special event pricing |
The Trek to Mont Blanc, will focus on the fascinating trivia of the first Winter Olympics, held in 1924 in Chamonix, France, at the base of the famous Mont Blanc. Come find the answers hidden all over the village site. A special treat awaits those who succeed. The Ice Cream Parlour is open with a light menu, stop in at the Tram Barn to make a craft, and unlimited carousel rides. |
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| March 20 |
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Flea Market
Saturday, 9:30am-2:00pm
Confederation Ctr
Free admission |
Clean out your cupboards or find yourself a bargain! More than 50 tables of pre-loved items are on display to comb through. Note to vendors: Please register in person at Confederation Centre. |
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| March 24-27 |
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King of the Courts
Racquets Tournament
Wednesday-Saturday, times vary
Bonsor Complex
Entry fee $40-$50 |
Bonsor’s annual squash tournament. Lots of fun, prizes and a tournament souvenir! For more details, call Ashif Gulamhusein at 604-439-5506 or
Tim MacVinnie at 604-439-5524. |
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