Weekend Wrap-up: Nov 24-25, 2012

1. It's time to light the HRM Christmas Tree! So head down to Parade Square for fireworks, a chance to see Santa, a children's show and the big moment when the tree is lit! 2. Planning on doing any downhill skiing with your kids this winter? This is the weekend to buy used ski equipment! Both Wentworth and Martock have used ski gear for sale and special sales of new equipment and passes! 3. Take a break from the holiday rush, and step back in time at Victorian Christmas at the Citadel! Watch the children light up with joy when they see Father Christmas and make Victorian crafts. Take in the performances of local choirs, bands and dance groups. Listen to stories of years gone by or visit the Citadel's award-winning exhibits including two new period-style rooms! 4. Buy local this holiday season at the Dalplex Christmas Craft Market! Featuring over 100 vendors from the Atlantic region and across Canada exhibiting their handcrafted pottery, jewelry, art, woodwork, toys, handmade treasures, delicious treats and more! 5. This weekend the Museum of Natural History is having a Donation Weekend with 4 ways to pay your entrance fee! 6. It's Robotics Weekend at the Discovery Centre! Vvisitors will have the opportunity to operate a Lunar Exploration Rover, as well as participate in sessions programming our LEGO® Lunar Bots and standard LEGO® sessions for visitors to imagine and build the coolest‐looking robot. The Halifax Regional Police (HRP) will be in attendance on Saturday morning with their Explosive Disposal Robot, aka the Bomb Bot!

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