WHAT'S HAPPENING IN DECEMBER... Happy Ho Ho! Craft fairs, Christmas concerts and Holiday festivities galore. Kids and Dogs alike can get their pics taken with Santa (he's everywhere this month!). Stay tuned for our Whistler 4 Kids Christmas Event Newsletter to help sort out all the holiday happenings. As always, it's a good idea to call to confirm events as times and dates may change. December 2008 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 click on a date to see what's up this month!

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another $25 gift certificate to BBQ Bob's and Roland's Creekside Pub. Best BBQ in Whistler with a great kids' menu. Reedeemable in both locations, kids are welcome in the pub until 8pm. Click here to enter and for more information.

Congratulations to Wanda Chalk for winning last month's draw!

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SANTA AND FAMILY PHOTO DAYS Help raise money for the Food Bank and have some Christmas fun by attending the Santa and Family Photo Days! at Nicklaus North. Santa will be there Saturday and Sunday, December 6, 7, 13 and 14 from 1-3pm. Bring a non-perishable food item or make a cash donation and enjoy free hot chocolate and fresh baked cookies! More Info Date: Dec, 6, 7, 13, 14   Time: 1-3pm   Ages: All Ages

NEW! FAMILY STORYTIME Books, songs and rhymes for toddlers and preschool children. This program meets every Thursday commencing December 4th. It is an on-going, free program and registration is not required. NOTE: This program begins before the library is open. Please plan to arrive between 10:20 and 10:30 as the main doors will then be closed. More Info

THE CORE SUPERVISED PLAY & SUNDAY CRAFT PROGRAMS The Core has added some great options. Supervised play while you work out and a Craft and Play progam every Sunday afternoon. More Info

MAKE & TAKE with Kerry McLeod Why let the kids have all the fun? Join Kerry Tuesdays & Friday nights with a new craft project every week. $25 includes all supplies, drinks and treats. Minimum of 4 people per night, maximum of 6. A new craft every week. More Info

EVENING ART WITH CARY Brush shoulders with your artistic side. Thursdays starting Oct. 9th at Expressions Art Studio. Learn to draw and paint with acrylic on canvas. Grab some girlfriends, bring some drinks & nibbles and sign up for 4 sessions in advance or just drop in More Info

20TH ANNUAL BIZARRE BAZAAR Bizarre Bazaar offers two full days of shopping, music, inspiration, socializing, as well as arts and crafts for the kids. Whistler Street Entertainment, local entertainers Rachel Thom and brother Jesse as ‘Mitten Strings’, female vocalists Dani Quayle, Alice Newton and Trish Jamieson as well as the Whistler Singers to name a few. The Whistler Waldorf Alta Lake School will be running the café with fresh sandwiches, baked goods, and hot and cold drinks. Let the kids play in the arts and crafts zone as parents shop and socialize during the Bazaar. More Info Date: November 28 & 29   Time: 3pm-8pm Friday; 10am-6pm Saturday

DISCO SKATE The lights are dimmed and our spectacular light show will take you back to the days of roller-skating as the arena is filled with the sounds of Disco classics. These magical sessions are open to skaters of all ages. Last Saturday of each month. Nov. 29, Dec. 27, Jan. 3 and 31, Feb. 28, Mar. 28 More Info Date: November 29   Time: 6:30-8:00PM   Ages: All Ages

SUPER SATURDAY FAMILY CRAFT DAY Crafts include Cedar paddle necklace, wool weaving, cedar weaving, rock painting. Free bannock, coffee & juices. Authentic indigenous art seen nowhere else, historical and contemporary exhibits, textiles, cedar carvings, priceless collections, song, dance, traditional food, artist demonstrations, and engaging interactive activities. More Info Date: November 29   Time: 10am-3pm   Ages: All Ages

AWARE KIDS NATURE CLUB FUNDRAISER With everyone's favorite local band "A Whole Lotta Led!" Partial proceeds from the door go to the 'AWARE Kid's Nature Club.' With your help, we can continue to run our FREE, fun Environmental Education Programs out of 'The Whistler Public Library' for another year. Date: November 29  Time: 9:30pm   Location: Longhorn Saloon

PERFORMANCE OF "SHATTERING" An interactive theatre performance about the root causes of addiction that's meant to stimulate dialogue. Meant for families. At Whistler Secondary, admission by donation More Info Date: December 2   Time: 7 pm   Ages: All Ages

WHISTLER CHILDREN'S CENTRE SILENT AUCTION Silent Auction, music with DJ, tapas and glass of wine, door prizes, open cash bar at Players Chophouse - everyone welcome! Help support the Whistler Children's Centre. More Info Date: December 3   Time: 7-12pm

Garibaldi Highlands Christmas Craft Fair and Bake Sale: Squamish An annual tradition - the Christmas Fair at Garibaldi Highlands Elementary School. Crafts, baked goods, fun & games, Santa and tea. Fun for the whole family. More Info Date: December 4   Time: 6-9pm   Ages: All Ages

CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST TOY DRIVE It's the 5th Annual Mountain FM Christmas Breakfast Toy Drive at the The Westin Resort and Spa in Whistler! Everyone is invited. Please bring a new toy, non-perishable food item or cash donation for the local food banks in the Sea to Sky Corridor and in return receive a FREE breakfast. More Info Date: December 4   Time: 6:30-9:00am   Ages: All Ages

BRATZ BIZ CHILDRENS CRAFT FAIR 3rd annual children's only craft fair featuring over 50 young artisans from 8-17 years old. Photos with Santa, local choirs & entertainers, cafÈ, face painting by local artist Cary Campbell Lopes, juggling workshop plus special guest entertainer: Mike Battie. Volunteers needed! More Info Date: December 6   Time: 11am-5pm   Ages: All Ages

PHOTOS WITH SANTA CLAWS & HOLIDAY BAKESALE: WAG FUNDRAISER Join us at the Town Plaza Gazebo in Whistler Village for your photo with Santa Claws and check out our awesome bake table. Bring your dogs, your kids, your friends, and the whole family! More Info Date: December 6   Time: 11am-3pm   Ages: All Ages

ST. DAVIDS UNITED CHURCH CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR: Pemberton Annual get-into-the-Christmas-spirit Pemberton community event features wares from local artisans, crafts, baking, a fish pond for children, and more. More Info Date: December 6   Time: 10am-3pm   Ages: All Ages

SANTA CLAUS PARADE: Squamish This year hosted by the Squamish Chamber of Commerce with a new route and prizes. To participate in the parade or sponsor this event visit squamishchamber.com More Info Date: December 6   Time: 12-3pm   Ages: All Ages

THE POLAR EXPRESS: Squamish Kick off this holiday season with a ride on the Polar Express! Children and adults alike will enjoy a fun-filled train ride including Santa, Mrs. Claus, cookies, hot chocolate, games, crafts, music, stories and so much more. More Info Date: December 6 & 7   Time: 2, 4, 6pm   Ages: All Ages

KIDZ FEST: Whistler Film Festival for Family Sunday is family day at this year's Whistler Film Festival, with Kidz Fest featuring a series of nine short films for all ages, specially-themed for young audiences. More Info Date: December 7   Time: 1pm   Ages: All Ages

A CHRISTMAS CAROL: Dramatic reading with musical accompaniment Bringing together the pleasure of hearing a good story, the joy of music of the season, and the inspired energy of those who want to make their community a better place. A Christmas Carol will feature well-known CBC Radio personality Paul Grant, as well as members of the Whistler community. The Whistler Children's Chorus will provide musical accompaniment. More Info Date: December 13   Time: 8pm   Ages: All Ages

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS Need to arrange some last minute Christmas gifts for your friends and family? We will help your child get into the Spirit of Christmas with these terrific Christmas crafts. Please send a painting smock. Myrtle Philip Community School for kids aged 6-12, $16. Register 604-935-PLAY More Info Date: December 18   Time: 3-5pm   Ages: 6-12 years

WHISTLER DAYCARE CHRISTMAS BASH! Drop the Kids off for a whole lot of Christmas FUN at our annual Christmas Bash, featuring Special Guest Santa himself. Activities Include: Cookie Decorating, Christmas crafts, Home-made gifts, Christmas Games, Take home gifts in a stocking, silly Christmas songs and Dances,prizes and Snacks. Professional Photos with Santa (additional Charge). Proceeds to BC Children's Hospital. Book by Dec. 15 More Info Date: December 19 Time: 5:30-8:30pm   Ages: For kids 3+

SKATING WITH SANTA Join your family on the ice and skate around the on-ice festively decorated Christmas tree. Sugar cookies, hot chocolate, ornaments to decorate and a photographic opportunity with jolly St. Nick himself, start your holiday season at the arena. More Info Date: December 19   Time: 6:30-8:00PM   Ages: All Ages

PRESCHOOL CHRISTMAS CREATIONS Get your preschooler into the spirit of the holidays with us! We will do some crafts, cooking and stories about the holidays and of course, Santa. More Info Date: December 19  Time: 10am-12pm   Ages: 3-5 years

SING FOR JOY: Whistler Childrens Chorus Annual Christmas Concert at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church. All welcome to come hear all 3 choirs that comprise the Whistler Children's Chorus singing seasonal songs. Admission is by donation to the food bank. More Info Date: December 21   Time: 7pm   Ages: All Ages

7-11 FIRE AND ICE SHOW Who can resist fireworks and fire spinner - especially when snowflakes fill the air? The whole family can enjoy watching skiers and snowboarders jump through the dazzling Ring of Fire every Sunday at 6:30 More Info Date: December 21   Time: 6:30pm   Ages: All Ages

SKATE WITH SANTA: Squamish Skate with Santa at the Brennan Park Rink in Squamish, win prizes. Call for times. More Info Date: December 21   Time:    Ages: All Ages

CHRISTMAS CAPERS Ho Ho Ho all the way through the holidays. A little arts and crafts, games, outings and fun filled activities with other children will keep your child entertained this Christmas Season. Child must have completed kindergarten to participate. December 22-January 2, Monday-Friday More Info Date: Dec. 22-Jan. 2 (Mon-Fri)   Time: 8:30am-5:30pm   Ages: 5-12 years

FIRST NIGHT WHISTLER, NEW YEARS 2008 Whistler's First Night is a legendary alcohol-free New Year's Eve celebration featuring live music, art workshops and street entertainment for all ages. More Info Date: December 31  Time: from 6pm   Ages: All Ages