Ongoing to April 24, 2010
Vancouver Farmers Markets
10am to 2 pm
WISE Hall,
1882 Adanac Street @ Victoria Drive
Winter Market Dates:
November 7 and 21, 2009
December 5 and 19, 2009
January 16 and 30, 2010
February 13 and 27, 2010
March 13 and 27, 2010
April 10 and 24, 2010
More Info @ info@eatlocal.org
www.eatlocal.org

November 28, 2009
Edmonds Santa Claus Parade
7th Annual
Santa Claus Parade
Edmonds St from Canada Way
to Linden Ave, Burnaby, B.C.
1pm to 2:15pm Rain or Shine
bring out the family
for a fun filled event,
then slip or to
Eastburn Community Centre
7435 Edmonds St, Burnaby
to see Santa after the parade
or part take in many
fun filled activities
such as facepainting,
cookie decorating, and more.
Contact 604-628-7536 or
www.edmondssantaclausparade.com

November 28 & 29, 2009
Homes for the Holidays
In support of
Kids Help Phone.
Tour elegant Vancouver
Westside homes decorated
for the holidays.
Local Interior Designers
have partnered with
Home Décor Retailers
to create distinctly
themed holiday showcases.
Tickets $40.
Saturday, November 28 and
Sunday November 29th
Noon to 5 PM
www.kidshelphone.ca/homesfortheholidays

December 1-12, 2009
3rd Annual
Victor Ghirra Toy Drive
December 1 – 12, 2009
New, Unwrapped toys can
be dropped off at
Church’s Chicken Restaurant
locations across
the Lower Mainland.
Toys go to Lower Mainland
Christmas Bureau and
Richmond Christmas Fund.
More Info: Harvey Kooner
at 604.671.4180

December 12, 2009
Mature Women's Network
(women 40+ yr.)
Annual Christmas
Potluck lunch with
featured speaker
"Inspiration with
Mavis Picket:
From Grief to Comedy".
11:30 pm registration
12 noon potluck lunch
1-3 pm program, social,
door prizes, donations to
charity. Cost: $4.00.
411 Dunsmuir, Vancouver.
Guests welcome.
Info 604-681-3986.

Ongoing, 2009
VanDusen Botanical Garden
Guided Walking Tours
2 PM Daily + Wednesdays
at 10:30 AM
Daily Cart Tours at
1, 2 and 3 PM
Rain or Shine
VanDusen Botanical Garden
5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
Included with Garden Admission
www.vandusengarden.org

Ongoing, 2009
VanDusen Botanical Gardens
Courses: Mason Bee
Workshop with Instructor
Brian Campbell
What they are
how to attract and keep
them in the home garden.
Hands-on demonstrations
and practical, useful
information. 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Course Cost: $57.
Pre-registration a must
at educate@vandusen.org
or call 604.257.8151

Ongoing
The Chilliwack chapter
of the Valley Women's
Network meets the 4th
Tuesday of every month
11:30am - 1:30 pm at the
Best Western. Buffet lunch
Members: $13, Guests: $15.
www.valleywomensnetwork.com

Ongoing
Abbotsford Community Services
needs volunteers for
the Host program designed
to help new immigrants
practice English, learn
Canadian culture, local
resources and recreation
in the community.
call Christina Moreno
Host Program Coordinator
604.217.3055 or email
cmoreno@paralynx.com

Ongoing
Abbotsford Community Services
Employment Mentor's Program
requires business leader
volunteers. The focus is
'Building Connections for
Employment'. An opportunity
to utilize your coaching
and leadership skills
to welcome new immigrants
into our community and
economic environment.

Ongoing
Try Scottish Country Dancing! Fun free
introductory classes
near you.
Call 604-619-6836 or
visit rscdsvancouver.org
Dance Scottish!

Ongoing
THE BOYS AND GIRLS
CLUBS OF GREATER VANCOUVER
is looking for 2 Hip Hop
Break-Dance Instructors. Dance Instructors are needed to coordinate and teach children/youth ages 6-12 one afternoon or evening per week. This position is available at six locations:
Fraserview Club
7595 Victoria Dr, Van
604.325.9612
Kimount Club
395 East 6th Ave, Van
604.874.0117
Kivan Club
2875 St. George St, Van.
604.879.9118
Langley Club
5409A-206th St, Langley
604.533.8552
North Burnaby
518 S. Howard Ave, Bby
604.299.7040
Norvan Club
800 Forsman Ave, N. Van
604.986.3449

Ongoing
Orphan Aid Thrift Store
7889 Edmonds Street
Burnaby, B.C.
100% Profits to Seeds of Hope Children’s Ministry
call 604.521.1013
Monday to Friday
9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Saturdays
10 am to 4 pm
Sundays – Closed

Ongoing
Have fun and support 23 charitable groups.
Play Bingo at Boardwalk
Gaming Centre. Specials every night! Win big!! Great food & staff
#300 - 7155 Kingsway
call 604.523.1221

Ongoing
The Edible Garden Project
has expanded its drop off
times and locations.
604-987-8138 or visit our web
site for more info:
www.ediblegardenproject.com