Head to the Kensington Recreation Complex on Sunday, Dec. 31 for a New Year’s Eve Toonie Skate. The rec centre (6159 Curtis St.) will have a host of family-friendly activities, including face painting and crafts. Admission is $2, which covers the costs of a helmet and skate rental. Festivities are on from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Drop by the Bob Prittie Metrotown library branch on Saturday, Dec. 30 for a New Year’s countdown party. The best part is that the celebrations are from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., so if your child can’t make it to midnight, this is the event for you. There will be dancing, crafts, a photo booth and a balloon drop at noon. The all-ages party requires no registration, just drop in. Adults must accompany children younger than 10. The library is at 6100 Willingdon Ave.
There’s still some time to check out Heritage Christmas at the Burnaby Village Museum. The themed display is open from 1 to 9 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday and admission is free. The fun includes crafts, holiday sing-alongs and baking. Carousel rides, however, do cost $2.65 each. The village is at 6501 Deer Lake Ave.
Take in some art this weekend at the Burnaby Art Gallery. Check out the works of Canadian painter and printmaker Sylvia Tait. The gallery, at 6344 Deer Lake Ave., is open from noon till 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is free. After you’re finished, take a stroll around Deer Lake. It’s a good five-kilometre walk.
Get together with family and friends to watch the ball drop in New York city. This low-key evening won’t make a dent in your wallet, and if Mr. Sandman gets to you before midnight, you’re not far from a bed. (And I’m not just talking about the small ones in your household.) Whatever tradition you have on New Year’s Eve, make sure you’re surrounded by family and friends. Happy New Year, everyone!
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