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11:00am
– Market doors open

– Fire & Ice Café open in the Lounge (coffee, pastries and a variety of food and drink available for purchase)

Sale of locally sourced, handmade gifts, in Cove Hall is ongoing from 11 am - 5pm

11:00 am- 12pm

- Stained glass tours with designer Carolyn Nicholson (in the church)

come and learn more about the stained glass in the church, through the eyes of someone who helped craft them.

11:30–12:00pm
– First music headliner Something Cool

Smooth, swing,lush harmonies, and a touch of Italian romance - the jazz combo Something Cool ( Lynne McNamara on vocals, Bob York piano, James McLaren Hill horns) bring the Great American Songbook to life with style. From Sinatra to Luis Prima , and from cosy Christmas classics to breezy Italian- American pop, their sound celebrates a golden era o music with charm wit and irresistible rhythm.

11:00am–5:00pm
– Fire & Ice Café open in the Lounge (coffee, pastries and a variety of food and drink available for purchase)

Sale of locally sourced, handmade gifts, in Cove Hall is ongoing from 11 am - 5pm

12:30–1:00 pm
– Childrens Musician Katie Brock Music for Kids

Katie is a children's musician from West Vancouver, BC. Locals know her from her early childhood West Side Music Together classes at the Gleneagles Community Centre, or from performances at community events all across the North Shore. Katie is formally known as "Ginger" from the children's entertainment duo "Ginger and Snap".

Katie delights in performing for children. She thrives on seeing their faces light up with the joy of music. Children are drawn to her boundless energy, warm caring heart and goofy sense of humour. And kids love singing along to her fun and catchy up-beat songs.

Katie has a vast tool box of ways to play with music making it fun and accessible for children and their parents. She is well versed in getting children (and grown-ups) involved and feeling comfortable with singing and dancing their hearts out.

1:00–2:00pm
– Photos with Santa

Straight from the North Pole, Santa is on an early expedition to make sure Rudolph remembers the way for Christmas Eve. While he’s here, he’d love to meet you, hear your Christmas wishes, and pose for a festive photo or two!

Photos are by donation (starting at $20), with all proceeds going to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice—in loving memory of John Galvani, a beloved young member of our parish who brought joy to everyone he met.

Come say hello, share your letter, and help spread a little extra Christmas love this year.

Sale of locally sourced, handmade gifts, in Cove Hall is ongoing from 11 am - 5pm

2:00–2:20pm (approx.)
– Carolling & Lighting of the 2025 Christmas Tree on the Green

Sale of locally sourced, handmade gifts, in Cove Hall is ongoing from 11 am - 5pm

Continuing
- Fire & Ice Café open in the Lounge (coffee, pastries and a variety of food and drink available for purchase)

Sale of locally sourced, handmade gifts, in Cove Hall is ongoing from 11 am - 5pm

3:30– close
– Second music headliner Something Cool

Smooth,swing,lush harmonies, and a touch of Italian romance - the jazz combo Something Cool ( Lynne McNamara on vocals, Bob York piano, James McLaren Hill horns) bring the Great American Songbook to life with style. From Sinatra to Luis Prima , and from cosy Christmas classics to breezy Italian- American pop, their sound celebrates a golden era o music with charm wit and irresistible rhythm.

Sale of locally sourced, handmade gifts, in Cove Hall is ongoing from 11 am - 5pm

Fire & Ice Café open in the Lounge (coffee, pastries and a variety of food and drink available for purchase)

5:00pm
– Market doors close

Meet our St. Francis-in-the-wood vendors:

St. Francis-in-the-Wood Artisans

Bringing together the gifts and creativity of our parish community, each piece carries the same quiet attention you see in our Artisans mark—the delicate lines, the natural beauty, the small flash of colour that lifts the heart. Whether it’s a handmade craft, a lovingly baked treat, or a thoughtful gift, everything offered here is shaped by hands that wanted to make something good. Rooted in the spirit of St. Francis, this collection reflects simplicity, care, and generosity. What we create becomes a way of sharing warmth, welcoming neighbours, and tending the life we hold together.

Divine Tartan Candles

Divine Tartan Candles began with a simple hope: to offer light that can be shared. Blending 100% soy wax with rich, luxurious scents, each candle is poured with care and shaped by the spirit of our motto, “share the light.” The tartan in our name speaks to weaving together what matters—connection, belonging, and the threads that hold a community. These candles are made to be given, to be enjoyed, and to be passed forward. A small flame that catches the senses, warms a room, and carries love from one heart to the next.

Meet Some of our Community Partner Vendors:

The Bea's Knees:

Specalizing in custom celebration cakes for all occasions, as well as seasonal offerings such as Christmas cookie boxes, Easter cookie decorating kits, and Valentine's desserts!

Jocelyn Eloise Designs

Creating unique, thoughtful, and affordable personalized gifts for every occasion. Making gift-giving meaningful, memorable, and accessible.

Orazio's Olive Oil

Pure. Unadulterated. Organic. 100% Traceable. Orazio's Olive Oil is ethically and sustainably produced entirely on site in Italy, milled solely by mechanical means and cold-extracted within 24 hours of harvesting. The result is delicious, mild oil with a fresh, fruity aroma, a balanced flavour, with just a pinch of black pepper.

Find out more about us at https://oraziosoliveoil.com/

Soulful Guidance

Created by Amandah K Tanner to inspire connection, mindfulness, and emotional well-being. The collection features Oracle card decks, journals, planners, candles, bath bombs, room and body sprays, and glass water bottles — each crafted with care to encourage peaceful reflection and self-care. Rooted in the belief that everything begins with the heart, Soulful Guidance invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and find balance in your day. Every product offers a gentle reminder to nurture yourself and embrace life’s moments with calm and purpose.

Discover more about Soulful Guidance

https://www.amandahktanner.com

Little Handicrafts- https://littlehandcrafts.com/

Our irresistible ornaments are individually hand-stitched using traditional materials and techniques. Each one of our products represents a unique work of art. Furthermore, each item is made of only the best materials. For instance, our felt is made of a blend of real sheep’s wool. Our unique designs come from the artisans themselves, with many of our best selling designs actually suggested by our customers.