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Thousands of neighbours came together to kick off the holiday season, shop 50+ vendors, drink hot chocolate, enjoy hundreds of performs and light a Christmas tree.
Funds were raise to help NeighbourLink continue its programs through the end of 2024.
Thank you to all who attended and the 100+ volunteers who made the event possible!
GIVE WHAT YOU CAN!
$5 Suggested Donation for General RSVP (13+)
All proceeds from this event go to support under-resourced neighbours in our community
This is a dog friendly event!
Festive Tree Presenter
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Platinum Sponsor
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Neighbourly Sponsor
Key Sponsor
Photo Booth Sponsor
Business Sponsor
Fun Zone Sponsor
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Food Vendors
Additional Support from
THIS YEAR'S ATTRACTIONS
50+ ARTISAN VENDORS - BEAVER TAILS - HOT CHOCOLATE - SOUP & CHILI
TREE LIGHTING - SWEEPSTAKES CONTEST - LIVE MUSIC - SING-A-LONG - SANTA - KIDS ACTIVITIES - PHOTO BOOTH - CRAM A CRUISER FOOD DRIVE
FESTIVE TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION
Presented by the Yonge North York BIA and Sponsored by Transamerica. The tree lighting celebration begins at 6:30pm with performances from Claude Watson and Star Dance Centre. Santa will help us light the tree closer to 7pm.
COMMUNITY SING-A-LONG
Once the tree is lit, join a live band an incredible vocalist Trey Dehaney as we sing classic Christmas songs together as community from 7-8pm!
CRAM A CRUISER FOOD DRIVE!
Bring a non-perishable food item to fill up a 32 Division Police vehicle! Food goes to our food bank that supports 140+ local families!
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When and where is the market?The market is Saturday November 30 from 2-8pm at Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St) Tree Lighting 6:30-7pm Community Sing-a-long 7-8pm!
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What can I find at the market?- 50+ local vendors including artisans, gifts, stocking stuffers, art, snacks, cooking ingredients, jewellery and more! - Festive Tree Presented by Yonge North York BIA - Hot Chocolate - Food Trucks including Beaver Tails! - Live Entertainment including choirs, musicians and live bands! - Family Photo Booth - Kids Activites from Sunnyside Up Camp Artisan Offerings include - handmade jewelry - candles - baked goods - granola - ornaments - dog treats - knitwear - resin items - door mats - holidays cards - stationary - plushies - toys - photography - nail polish - stained glass pieces - felted items - textiles - paper crafts -
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Is the market outside?Yes the market is outdoors. Dress warmly!
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Is there a cost to participate? Where do funds raised go?While there is no cost to participate, NeighbourLink will graciously accept donations that will go toward our very own food bank, the 415 Food Hub that supports 140+ Willowdale families with fresh food! www.neighbourlink.org/foodhub Suggested Donation per person is $5 or Pay What You Can! If you have the means and would like to double your impact you can select the $10 kick it up a notch ticket or $20 Christmas Fanatic ticket If the cost is a barrier to attending please select the FREE ticket. Everyone is welcome
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Is there parking?There is plenty of paid parking lots on Yonge, Park Home, North York Blvd and Beecroft. There is also free weekend parking on residential side streets off of Beecroft.
Photos by Bruce Greenway and Amy Fernandes
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When and where is the market?The market is Saturday November 30 from 2-8pm at Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St) Tree Lighting 6:30-7pm Community Sing-a-long 7-8pm!
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What can I find at the market?- 50+ local vendors including artisans, gifts, stocking stuffers, art, snacks, cooking ingredients, jewellery and more! - Festive Tree Presented by Yonge North York BIA - Hot Chocolate - Food Trucks including Beaver Tails! - Live Entertainment including choirs, musicians and live bands! - Family Photo Booth - Kids Activites from Sunnyside Up Camp Artisan Offerings include - handmade jewelry - candles - baked goods - granola - ornaments - dog treats - knitwear - resin items - door mats - holidays cards - stationary - plushies - toys - photography - nail polish - stained glass pieces - felted items - textiles - paper crafts -
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Is the market outside?Yes the market is outdoors. Dress warmly!
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Is there a cost to participate? Where do funds raised go?While there is no cost to participate, NeighbourLink will graciously accept donations that will go toward our very own food bank, the 415 Food Hub that supports 140+ Willowdale families with fresh food! www.neighbourlink.org/foodhub Suggested Donation per person is $5 or Pay What You Can! If you have the means and would like to double your impact you can select the $10 kick it up a notch ticket or $20 Christmas Fanatic ticket If the cost is a barrier to attending please select the FREE ticket. Everyone is welcome
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Is there parking?There is plenty of paid parking lots on Yonge, Park Home, North York Blvd and Beecroft. There is also free weekend parking on residential side streets off of Beecroft.