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Holiday HAPPENINGS The Nutcracker The Cowichan Performing Arts Centre presents The Nutcracker on Saturday, December 3 at noon and 4pm. Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with Royal City Youth Ballet’s full-length ballet, featuring an extralarge ensemble cast. Performing to Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s beautiful music, this traditional ballet has wonderous sets and extravagant, colourful costumes. Perfect for young and old alike! Tickets are $36 for adults, $18 for children and $90 for families (2 adults, 2 children) and can be purchased online, by calling 250-746-2722 or by visiting the Ticket Centre. cowichanpac.ca Butchart Gardens’ Magic of Christmas Bundle up and stroll through Butchart Gardens’ Magic of Christmas and be dazzled by the thousands of twinkling lights and Christmas displays. Take in the Twelve Days of Christmas display, sing along to the sounds of the season with Traditional Carollers and Festive Brass, then stop in at the coffee shop to warm up with a hot chocolate and gingerbread by the fire. The Gardens will be open 3–9pm, with viewing until 10pm. butchartgardens.com Gingerbread Showcase Habitat for Humanity Victoria’s premier fundraiser, The Gingerbread Showcase presented by Revera Living, is open for its 14th year in the atrium of the Parkside Hotel & Spa and will run until January 2, 2023. Stop by this local holiday treasure to view the 100% edible creations made by volunteer bakers and don't forget to donate to vote for your favourite. This year’s theme: “Magical.” One hundred percent of donations to the Gingerbread Showcase will help Habitat Victoria support affordable homeownership in Victoria. Can't make it in person? View and vote for your favourite creation online at habitatvictoria.com/ gingerbread2022. Malahat SkyWalk’s Holiday Magic Take in the sights and sounds of the season with Malahat SkyWalk’s Holiday Magic and experience something unique and truly west coast. From Dec 3 to Jan 1, Vancouver Island’s newest attraction introduces Holiday Magic, an exciting line-up of fun and festive activities for all to enjoy. From appearances by Santa along with Luke the Sasquatch Elf, decorations, a 20-foot Christmas tree to Santa’s Workshop, The Clause Family Bakery and a cozy outdoor fire, there's no better place to get into the holiday spirit and enjoy the best of the season. For more information on Malahat Sky- Walk, its Holiday Magic events, an annual seasons pass and more, visit malahatskywalk.com. Milner Christmas Magic Make memories with family and friends this holiday season by experiencing Milner Christmas Magic’s outdoor stroll through thousands of twinkling lights and festive window displays. Find something for everyone on your holiday shopping list in the Gingerbread Gift Shop, drop off your letters to Santa in the North Pole Mailbox, with a wave to Santa and Mrs. Claus themselves! December 2–4, 9–11, and 16–21. Entry is by suggested donation of $5 per adult, $2 per child or $12 per household. Dress warm and grab your camera! milnergardens.viu.ca Need help with the Affordable Child Care Benefit? Looking for child care? Taking care of children? Need child care training? Call your local CCRR for free referrals and resources. Victoria & Gulf Islands: 250-382-7000 Sooke: 250-642-5152 ext 239 West Shore: 250-940-4882 Cowichan Valley: 250-746-4135 local 231 PacificCare (Ladysmith North): 250-756-2022 or 1-888-480-2273 gov.bc.ca/ChildCareResourceReferralCentres Your community’s best source of child care information and resources. Funding for the CCRR is provided by the province of B.C. 32 Island Parent Magazine IslandParent.ca
PRESCHOOL&CHILDCAREDIRECTORY Victoria & Area Peninsula Westshore Cowichan Valley Nanaimo & Area v Comprehensive programs for Preschool through Grade 11 v Delivering academic excellence through music, dance, drama and visual arts v Outstanding educators, locations and facilities Castleview Child Care........... 250-595-5355 Learning Through Play & Discovery. Licensed non-profit, ECE staff. Since 1958. Morning or full-time care. castleviewchildcarecentre.com www.ArtsCalibre.ca 250.382.3533 Christ Church Cathedral Childcare & Jr. Kindergarten..................250-383-5132 ECE and specialist teachers provide an outstanding all day licensed program for 2.5–5 year olds at our Fairfield and Gordon Head locations. cathedralschool.ca OPENING September 2022 ENROLL TODAY! Come Learn & Grow with Us! FULL TIME 3–5 DAYCARE PART TIME PRESCOOL BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE Cloverdale Childcare Society Vic West Site at Vic West Elementary School cloverdalechildcare.com 250.995.1766 cloverdale@shawbiz.ca Pre-School Junior Kindergarten PacificChristian.ca 250-479-4532 Educational Excellence to the Glory of God Ready Set Grow Preschool.....250-472-1530 Join our learning through play preschool located in Hillcrest Elem. Our caring ECEs offer an enriched Program for 3-4 hour, 2-5 days a week and help with kindergarten transition. heoscmanager@gmail.com St. Christopher’s Montessori School Offering an enriched and nurturing Montessori program Competitively priced independent school education Half day for 3 & 4 year olds Full day kindergarten stcmontessori.ca 250-595-3213 Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 Learn more today! 250-390-2201 AspengroveSchool.ca NANAIMO’ S JK–12 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE WORLD SCHOOL Nestled on 4 acres of lush west coast forest, our Award winning, Nature based program will not disappoint! While firmly embracing the Reggio-Emila (Italy) Philosophy our dedicated team of educators use the environment as the third teacher as we encourage your child throughout their day. Our purpose built facilities have been handmade using the trees from our forest. Come take a virtual tour on our website! lexieslittlebears.ca Waitlist: 250-590-3603 BC Award of Excellence in Childcare & Prime Minister’s Award of Excellence in Early Childhood Education. IslandParent.ca December/January 2023 33
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