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Current events
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November

Midwives Offer Prenatal Education Events
November 9-29
Parents-to-be are invited to participate in these community-based clinics that cover a range of topics including preconception information, waterbirth, hypnobirthing and prenatal nutrition. Also included is the grand opening of Vancouver's 7th midwifery clinic and craft fair show showing off the creative efforts of some of Vancouver's most talented mothers.
Waterbirth Information: Nov 9, 7-9 pm at Pomegranate Midwives, 2647 East Hastings St, 604-255-5556
Pain Relief in Labour: Nov 12, 7-9 pm at The Midwifery Group, 3980 Main St, 604-877-7766
Acupuncture During Pregnancy: Nov 13, 5-8 pm at Westside Midwives, #303 - 2083 Alma St, 604-224-0686
Prenatal Nutrition: Nov 15, 7-9 pm at Pomegranate Midwives, 2647 East Hastings St, 604-255-5556
Queering the Law: Nov 16, 7-9 pm at Pomegranate Midwives, 2647 East Hastings St, 604-255-5556
What is a Midwife?: Nov 20, 7-9 pm at Bloom Midwives, #408 1033 Davie St, 604-609-3550
Maternal Creations Craft Fair: Nov 21-23 at Pomegranate Midwives, 2647 East Hastings St, 604-255-5556
Intro to Hypnobirthing: Nov 22, 11-1 pm at Commercial Drive Midwives, #8 - 2495 Commercial Drive, 604-875 1899
Birth and Beyond Midwifery Practice Grand Opening: Nov 26, 4-7 pm at Birth and Beyond Midwifery, #310-5950 University Boulevard
Preconception Info Night: Nov 27, 7-9 pm at The Midwifery Group, 3980 Main St, 604-877-7766
Intro to Hypnobirthing: Nov 29, 11-1 pm at Commercial Drive Midwives, #8 - 2495 Commercial Drive, 604-875 1899

Craft Night and Silent Auction
Dixon Elementary School, 9331 Diamond Road, Richmond
November 20, 6pm-8:30pm
Check out our 4th annual Craft Night and Silent Auction. This super fun event is a great way to do your Christmas shopping. Buy from talented local artisans and help our school at the same time. Info: 604-279-9013 or fisher-hagel@shaw.ca.

Seussical
Waterfront Theatre
November 28 – January 3
An amazing show featuring over 10 different Dr. Seuss stories. For ages 5+ (babies in arms not permitted). At 1411 Cartwright Street, Granville Island, Vancouver. Tickets/info: 604-685-6217 or www.carouseltheatre.ca

Bright Nights in Stanley Park
Stanley Park Train and Children’s Farmyard, Vancouver
November 28 to January 3, 3:00pm to 10:00pm daily
The Vancouver Park Board and the British Columbia Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund present the 11th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park in support of the Burn Fund. Bright Nights offers everyone a magical evening of more than a million twinkling lights in the forested setting of the train and children’s farmyard in Vancouver’s wondrous Stanley Park. Animated displays, interactive entertainment and festive music make Bright Nights a memorable holiday tradition for all. Tickets: $8 for adults, $5 for children and seniors. Info: www.burnfund.org or http://vancouverparks.ca

Will Stroet's CD Release Party for "My Backyard"
St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Centre, 3150 Ash Street, Vancouver
November 30, 2:30-3:30 pm
Join local children's musician Will Stroet and The Backyard Band for the release of his third and most rockin' CD, "My Backyard." Tickets: $7 for adults, $5 for kids (12 and under). Doors open at 2 pm. Info: www.willmusic.ca or tickets@willmusic.ca.

December

Addressing the Vaccine Dilemma
MOSAIC Community Room, 1720 Grant Street, Vancouver
December 3, 6:30pm-8:00pm
A valuable seminar for people considering this complex health concern. Hear Access Healing's homeopaths share their informative insights. Discover the answers to the following questions. What is a vaccine and what’s in the shot? What is a healthy immune system? What is homeopathic immunization? $15 is required to reserve your seat. Info: www.accessnaturalhealing.com or 604-568-4663.

Buckingham Elementary Christmas Craft Fair
6066 Buckingham Drive, Burnaby
December 6, 10am-3pm
Wonderful selection of handmade crafts and fresh baked goods, raffles, a concession and much more!  Free admission. Table rentals $25. To book a table or for more information call the school at 604-664-8616 or e-mail stofini@telus.net.

Rogers Santa Claus Parade
Downtown Vancouver
December 7
Your kids will love to watch the festive floats at this parade. Taking place along Georgia starting at Broughton and ending on Howe at Davie Street. Best viewing spots include both sides of Georgia Street between Bute and Broughton, at the Vancouver Art Gallery and at Robson Square on Howe Street, Vancouver. At 1:00 pm. Info: rogerssantaclausparade.com