COATS FOR KIDS The Greater Vancouver Home Builders' Association (GVHBA) will hold its annual campaign in support of the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau from Nov. 18 to Dec. 6. Drop-off locations can be found at gvhba.org.
NATIVITY EXHIBIT AND CRAFT FAIR Highlands United Church will have more than 150 nativity scenes, including traditional, contemporary, handmade and one-of-a-kind sets on display Nov. 29, 6-9 p.m. and Nov. 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. In addition to the exhibit there will be carolers, mulled cider, a children's activity centre, a seasonal craft fair, a Christmas cafe and a kids-only shop.
LANTERN-MAKING WORKSHOPS Create glass lanterns in preparation for the traditional Bright Christmas parade at Mollie Nye House Nov. 24, 1-5 p.m. and Nov. 27, 6-8:30 p.m. at Karen Magnussen Community Centre, 2300 Kirkstone Rd., North Vancouver. Free. Registration required. 604-983-6388 northvanrec.com
