November

	Thursday, November 2, 7:00 p.m. — Christmas in Clarkson - Tree Lighting Ceremony, Chartwell Baptist Church, Lakeshore Road West, Clarkson Village. As part of the 200th Anniversary celebration, Clarkson will have its first annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The event, sponsored by Enersource and the Clarkson BIA, will feature Christmas carols and a visit from Santa. Free hot chocolate provided by Tim Hortons (bring your own mug). Please bring a non-perishable food item donation for the Compass Food Bank.
	Saturday, November 29 — Clarkson Village Historic Walking Tour, 2:00 p.m. start. Meet in front of Wowy-Zowy. Sponsored by the Friends of the Museums of Mississauga for Clarkson's 200th Annniversary. This tour will be conducted once each month until the end of the year to celebrate 200 years of life in Clarkson.
	Saturday, November 29 — Christmas Bazaar, St. Paul's Anglican Church, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the church hall at 1190 Lorne Park Rd.  Tables of crafts, gifts, decorations, new & used, will be for sale as well as baking, lunch, games room, prizes & silent auction. Everyone welcome. For more info see www.stpaulslornepark.ca or  905-278-4765.

December

	Friday, December 7 — On The Verandah Christmas Concert & Sing-Along,  Benares Historic House, 1507 Clarkson Road North, starting at 7:00 p.m. Click here for details.
	Sunday, December 21 — Photos with Santa & Carolling in Birch Glen. Come to the children's playground in Birch Glen Park at 4:30 p.m. to have your photo taken with Santa Claus, then join Santa and our resident carollers for a stroll through the neighbourhood to sing Christmas carols. Dress warmly and be prepared to sing.
	December 21-25 — "Festival of Lights" & Christmas Decorating Contest. Judging of displays of lights and decorations throughout Birch Glen will be made over the Christmas/Holiday season. Have a Merry Christmas!