SEYMOUR SCOUTS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE FUNDRAISING SALE will take place until Dec. 23 at Parkgate Village shopping centre at the corner of Mount Seymour Parkway and Mount Seymour Road, North Vancouver. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. All proceeds benefit various scout programs.
NORTH POLE EXPERIENCE: Visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, elves and be entertained by interactive scenes and activities until Dec. 24 at Maplewood Farm, 405 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver. Tickets: $14.95-$19.50. Visitors must be pre-booked at maplewoodfarm.bc.ca or 1-855-444-4539.
CHRISTMAS AT LONSDALE QUAY: The market will host a weekly craft market, centrepiece workshop, Santa photos, kids activities, live holiday music, contests and more throughout December. All events will accept donations on behalf of the Family Services of the North Shore Christmas Bureau. Schedule: lonsdalequay.com.
CHRISTMAS BY THE SEA - PARADE OF TREES: The North Vancouver Chamber will host a display of decorated trees until Jan. 7 at Shipbuilders' Square, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver.
Proceeds from the event will go towards the Harvest Project and Hollyburn Family Services Youth Safe House. Info: nvchamber.ca.
CHRISTMAS PANTOMIME - SLEEPING BEAUTY: A pantomime version of this classic tale will run Dec. 2, Dec. 6-9 and Dec. 13-16 with Thursday and Friday shows at 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 and 4 p.m. at Theatre at Hendry Hall, 815 East 11th St., North Vancouver. Tickets: $10/$5. Reservations: 604-983-2633 or northvanplayers.ca.
FESTIVE MUSICAL TEA: Those 55 and older are invited to enjoy a mince tart and a cup of tea while listening to some festive music Sunday, Dec. 2, 1: 30-3: 30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Free. Registration: 604-987-5820.
LIGHT UP THE VILLAGE: A recognition time for the Edgemont Community and Business Associations will take place Sunday, Dec. 2, 4-4: 45 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Mayor Walton will be speaking and there will be music, goodies and socializing.
A LYNN VALLEY CHRISTMAS: View 70 trees decorated by local merchants and organizations at the "Christmas Tree Walk" and vote for your favourite from Dec. 2 to 23 at Lynn Valley Village, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. A lighting ceremony along with entertainment will take place Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. Different choirs and bands will perform each night from Dec. 12 to 23, 6-8 p.m. On Dec. 16, 5-8 p.m. there will be a family evening with carolling, a puppet show, heritage hat making, balloon twisting and lantern making.
NATIVITY EXHIBIT: Highlands United Church will have more than 100 nativity scenes including traditional, contemporary, handmade and one of a kind sets on display Dec. 2, 1-4 p.m. at 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Donations at this event will be given to Spectrum, a local charity supporting young mothers.
PET PHOTO WITH SANTA: Korna Natural Pet Supplies will host this 17th annual event Dec. 2 from noon to 4 p.m. at 1174 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. The photo will be taken by donation with all proceeds going to animal protection charity organizations.
SANTA CLAWS PHOTOS: Pet pictures with Santa will be available Dec. 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at PetSmart, 1325 Main St., North Vancouver. Cost is $10.95 with $5 from each photo going to local animal welfare organizations.
SILVER HARBOUR SENIORS' CHRISTMAS LUNCH: Enjoy a traditional menu with all the trimmings plus festive entertainment and a draw for gifts Wednesday, Dec. 5, noon at 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver.
Admission: $22/$17. Info: 604-980-2474.
CHRISTMAS POTTERY SALE: The Capilano Potters Group will hold a sale Dec. 7 and 8, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Ceramics Studio in the Maple Building at Capilano University, 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver.
