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WHAT'S HAPPENING IN DECEMBER...

Happy Ho Ho! Craft fairs, Christmas concerts and Holiday festivities galore. Get your kids (& dogs) pics taken with Santa and make sure to check out the family friendly events taking place for First Night and at the Whistler Telus Conference Centre.

Stay tuned for our Whistler 4 Kids Christmas Event Newsletter to help sort out all the holiday happenings.

Check out our featured sponsors: My Polar Baby Washable Diapers & Unique Clothing, Naturally Clean Green Cleaners, Squamish Public Library, Fun for Kids, Whistler Outdoor Experience

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a $50 Gift Certificate to the Southside Diner. Great Food, Lots of It, Cheap! Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Great Kids' Menu. Open 7 nights a week for dinner. Click here to enter and for more information.

Congratulations to Rosalie Dowse for winning our great prize from Milkshax Baby Gear last month



ANNOUNCEMENTS

Don't forget the whistler4kids message boards. Our community members are here to help each other, so if you're looking for advice on toys this season, have something to sell or buy, need a sitter, or just want to chat – we're here for you!

Millennium Place Tickets for Youth (Toonie) Program
Sea–to–Sky Youth from school grades 1 – 12 may request $2 tickets to Real Canadian in Whistler events presented by Millennium Place. This offer will be made on a per event basis to the first 10 youth who appear in person at the Millennium Place box office.

Call the box office at 604 935 8410 to confirm availability. Youth may be asked to present proof of enrolment. Limit is one Ticket for Youth per person per event. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. This special ticket program may not be available for events presented by third parties at Millennium Place. 

bratz biz VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: BRATZ BIZ CHILDRENS CRAFT FAIR
December 8 at Whistler Secondary. 2nd annual children's only craft fair featuring over 50 young artisans from 8-17 years old. Volunteers needed for the Friday nite and Saturday. Please email Carmen or Susan at bratzbiz@shaw.ca
More Info

bratz biz WHISTLER GYMNASTICS: Winter Registration
Whistler Gymnastics has expanded the programs for the 2007-2008 year and again for the winter session. Winter Registration will be From Nov 19th to Dec 15th. More Info


TOP PICKS THIS MONTH


wag santa PHOTOS WITH SANTA CLAWS & HOLIDAY BAKESALE: WAG Fundraiser
Join us at the Town Plaza Gazebo in Whistler Village for your photo with Santa. Bring your dogs, your kids, your friends, and the whole family! More Info
Date: December 1   Time: 11am-3pm   Ages: All Ages

Annual Santa Claus Christmas Market & Parade: Squamish
Unique gifts created by local crafters and artisans at the Market under the big tent in the Home Hardware parking lot. Parade starts at 4:00 pm at the marina and moves up along Cleveland Avenue, Squamish. Beautiful floats and lights, enjoy hot chocolate at Gelato Carina and have some fun! More Info
Date: December 1   Time: 2:00-4:00pm   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 1   Time: 10am-3pm   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 seven short films for all ages, followed by a screening of Luna: Spirit Of The Whale and topped off with hot chocolate and free outdoor screenings in Skier?s Plaza. The Kidz Fest program consists of three programs of films specially-themed for young audiences. More Info
Date: December 2   Time: From 1pm   Ages: All Ages

Christmas Craft Fair Brennan Park: Squamish
This is one of Squamish's most popular, and largest, Craft Fairs at the Brennan Park Recreation Centre. Tables $15.90 or 2 for $26.50. Come set up a table or see what great holiday crafts and treats are up for offer.
Date: December 2   Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm   Ages: All Ages

WHISTLER CHILDRENS SOCIETY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Join us for our Annual General Meeting at the Westin Resort. Hear updates of ongoing developments and see a presentation featuring artistic endeavours of the children. Learn more about the centre and our High-Scope approach. Child minding available. More info 604-932-1119 More Info
Date: December 4   Time: 7pm   Ages: parents

WHISTLER COMMUNITY SERVICES OPEN HOUSE
A non-profit society with over 25 programs in the Whistler area. Come out and learn more at Millennium Place. More Info
Date: December 4   Time: 4-7pm   Ages: All Ages

INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER DAY
Join us at the 2010 information centre for cake and hot chocolate as we celebrate and recognize the volunteers of Whistler!! More Info
Date: December 5   Time: noon   Ages: All Ages

CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST TOY DRIVE
It's the 4th 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 6   Time: 6:30-9:00am   Ages: All Ages

west coast railway RIDE THE SANTA CLAUS EXPRESS: Squamish
Take a jingle bell Budd Car train ride with Santa as your engineer at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish. Hot chocolate and treats will be served. More Info
Date: December 7 & 8   Time: 6pm and 7pm   Ages: All Ages

bratz biz BRATZ BIZ CHILDRENS CRAFT FAIR
2nd 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, crafts workshops for kids plus special guest entertainer: NORMAN FOOTE. Volunteers needed! More Info
Date: December 8   Time: 11am-6pm   Ages: All Ages

alta lake school ALTA LAKE CHRISTMAS FAIR
The Alta Lake School is hosting this family oriented celebration of the holiday season with traditional craft making, candle dipping, candle rolling, hot lunches, and a magical cookie house. Held at the Spruce Grove Field House.
Date: December 8   Time: 11am-3pm   Ages: All Ages

CHANUKAH CELEBRATION
Feast on delicious Latkes (potato pancakes), Sufganiot; and join together to light the Menorah, with something for kids and adults to enjoy. Program for kids includes the Chanukah story, Paint your own usable Menorah project; and a Magic show put on by local children. More Info
Date: December 9   Time: 3:00pm   Ages: All Ages

millennium place THE CANADIAN TENORS - Christmas to Remember
The Canadian Tenors have been described as Canada's National Treasure with a mountain of talent. They have charmed audiences around the world with their spectacular blend of crowd pleasing repertoire featuring pop opera, musical theatre, classical and contemporary pieces. More Info
Date: December 13 & 14   Time: 8:00pm   Ages: All Ages

childrens chorus SING NOEL: Whistler Childrens Chorus
Annual Christmas Concert at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church. All are welcome to come and 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 14   Time: 7pm   Ages: All Ages

childrens chorus A CHRISTMAS CAROL: Whistler Childrens Chorus
A Christmas Musical sponsored by the Whistler Children's Chorus and featuring community children and youths ages 6 to 12, in a musical retelling of the story of Tiny Tim and Scrooge. Tickets will be available at Millennium Place. More Info
Date: December 15   Time: 4 & 7pm   Ages: All Ages

wag santa PHOTOS WITH SANTA CLAWS: WAG FUNDRAISER
Join us at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa Lobby for your photo with Santa. Bring your dogs, your kids, your friends, and the whole family! More Info
Date: December 15   Time: 12pm-4pm   Ages: All Ages

west coast railway 2ND ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH SANTA: WCRA Squamish
2nd Annual Breakfast with Santa at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish. In partnership with the Squamish Lions Club. 8am and 11am seatings. Reservations Required. More Info
Date: December 15   Time: 8:00am & 11:00am   Ages: All Ages

west coast railway 9TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN THE PARK: WCRA Squamish
Come ride our 3km miniature train through a festival of lights and displays at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish. Take photos with Santa (bring your own camera!) More Info
Date: Dec. 19-23 and Dec. 26-30  Time: 5:30-8:30pm   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, $15. Call 604-935-PLAY to register
Date: December 20   Time: 3-5pm   Ages: 6-12 Years

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 21   Time: 6:30-8:00PM   Ages: All Ages

millennium place NUTCRACKER - with the Goh Ballet
Enjoy special holiday performances of The Nutcracker at Millennium Place with the renowned Goh Ballet. In The Nutcracker tradition you will journey through the world's cultures, battle the mouse king, float through ebullient snow scenes and of course, mend Clara's heart. It will be a magical experience for your whole family. Sells out fast! More Info
Date: December 20-23   Ages: All Ages

whistler childrens chorus PRESCHOOL CHRISTMAS CREATIONS
Get your preschooler into the spirit of the holidays with us at Myrtle Philip Community School! We will do some crafts, cooking and stories about the holidays and of course, Santa! More Info
Date: December 21   Time: 10am-12pm   Ages: 3-5 Cost: $15

whistler childrens chorus CAROLING WITH THE WHISTLER CHILDRENS CHORUS
Come caroling with the Whistler Children's Chorus in the lobby of the Hilton Resort. December 21 5-6:30pm and December 23, 4-5:30pm. More Info
Date: December 21 & 23     Ages: All Ages

THE WHISTLER HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE FAMILY FUN ZONE
Exciting new family fun zone located centrally at the TELUS Whistler Conference Centre. Featuring miniature golf, an inflatable jumping, bouncing and sliding village, video games and a screening room with holiday-themed films, this free indoor entertainment venue is fun for all ages. More Info
Date: December 21-23, 27-30, January 1-6  Time: 11am-8pm   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. More Info
Date: December 27-January 4   Time: 8:30am-5:30pm   Ages: 5-12 years

PRESCHOOL HOLLY JOLLY CAMP
Our annual holiday day camps return in the nick of time this year to get your pre-schooler in the holiday sprit. Your little elf will be put through their paces during festive movement and swimming activities. Our version of Santa's workshop will provide the tools necessary for your tyke to create a holiday masterpiece. More Info
Date: December 27-January 4   Time: 10:00am-1:00pm   Ages: 3-5 years

whistler childrens chorus FIRST NIGHT WHISTLER, NEW YEARS 2008
Whistler's First Night is a legendary family fun alcohol-free New Year's Eve celebration featuring live music, art workshops and street entertainment for all ages. Tickets on sale December 1 at Whistler Activity Centre, in front of the Whistler Conference Centre and the Whistler Information Centre. More Info
Date: December 31    Ages: All Ages


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