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SUMMARY: Parksville-Qualicum Beach Christmas Craft Explosion
URL:http://www.harbourliving.ca/event/parksville-qualicum-beach-christmas-craft-explosion/
LOCATION:Various Venues - Parksville & Qualicum :: Various Venues Parksville, 
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Across the region hundreds of artisans, craftspeople, musicians, and hall organizers are working away, preparing for the deluge of crafts fairs and markets that transform this Oceanside area into a west coast Christmas town. =0D=0A=
The regional festivities kick off with the Parksville Christmas Light Up on November 19th.=0D=0A=
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Then it’s the 17th Annual Kris Kringle Craft Market in its new home the Parksville Community and Conference Centre’s Gathering Place. =0D=0A=
When:  November 18 through 21 =0D=0A=
Admission is $ 5 daily or $ 7 for all four days with any kind of Salvation Army donation. =0D=0A=
For more info: www.kriskringle.ca=0D=0A=
Or call: 250-758-9750=0D=0A=
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That same weekend festivities kick off In Qualicum Beach with Christmas In the Village.=0D=0A=
When: Sunday, November 21st. 11 am – 6 pm=0D=0A=
Admission is free.=0D=0A=
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The following weekend, things really kick into high gear. Parksville-Qualicum Beach will literally be bursting at the seams with unique and memorable offerings for the entire family. Over 10,000 people regularly pass through the doors across these two communities to enjoy the festive atmosphere.=0D=0A=
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In its 31st year the Original Village Christmas Art Faire at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall=0D=0A=
When: November 26, 27 and 28=0D=0A=
Admission is free and a shuttle service is available. =0D=0A=
For more info: deeaguilar@shaw.ca=0D=0A=
Or call: 250-752-9332=0D=0A=
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The inaugural Qualicum Beach Artisans Winter Festival kicks off at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. =0D=0A=
When: November 26, 27 and 28=0D=0A=
Admission is just a “twoonie”. =0D=0A=
For more info. deeaguilar@shaw.ca=0D=0A=
Or call: 250-752-9332=0D=0A=
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The Arrowsmith Potters Guild Annual Christmas Sale at the Parksville Community & Conference Centre=0D=0A=
When: November 27th , =0D=0A=
Admission is free.=0D=0A=
For more info: 250-954-1872 =0D=0A=
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The Qualicum Weavers & Spinners 14th annual Elegant Threads Christmas Sale at Rotary House in Qualicum Beach =0D=0A=
When: November 26, 27 & 28 =0D=0A=
Free admission. =0D=0A=
For more info: 250-951-0178 =0D=0A=
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The Old School House Arts Centre in Qualicum Beach will serve a traditional Victorian Tea.=0D=0A=
When: November 26 & 27 =0D=0A=
Admission: $15. =0D=0A=
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They’ll also be running a Christmas Jazz concert=0D=0A=
When: December 5 =0D=0A=
Admission: $15. =0D=0A=
For more info: www.theoldschoolhouse.org=0D=0A=
Or call: 250-752-6133 =0D=0A=
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The festive fun continues with the transformation of Milner Gardens into Milner Christmas Magic. The Gardens will be lit up with thousands of Christmas lights. The main house will be decorated for the season=0D=0A=
When: December 3-5, 10-12 & 17-21 =0D=0A=
Admission is by donation in support of the gardens. =0D=0A=
For more info: www.milnergardens.org =0D=0A=
Or call: 250-752-6153=0D=0A=
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Perhaps the grandest procession on Vancouver Island, the Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church presents their 18th annual Bethlehem Walk. This super-sized undertaking brings together over 250 people in period costume, live animals, shops and shopkeepers all recreating a working village atmosphere of the streets of Bethlehem. =0D=0A=
When: December 11-14 from =0D=0A=
For More info: www.parksvillebaptist.org =0D=0A=
Or call: 250-248-6322 =0D=0A=
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Bring your families and friends to Parksville and Qualicum Beach, Vancouver Island’s Oceanside Region this Christmas season to enjoy any or all of their wonderland weekends. =0D=0A=

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