FAIRS AND FESTIVALS
Christmas craft fairs - and one bazaar - continue this weekend:
? All-Sooke Craft Fair: One of the oldest craft fairs on the Island, with 80 vendors on two floors. The event includes pictures with Santa, food and entertainment. Free admission. Runs 1 to 8 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Sooke Community Hall, 2037 Shields Rd. For more information, go to allsookeartsandcrafts.com.
? Christ Church Cathedral Christmas
Bazaar: The event includes a luncheon, silent auction, Christmas goodies, bake sale, preserves, toys, decorations, crafts books and more. Free admission. Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at Christ Church Cathedral School, 912 Vancouver St. For more information, go to christchurchcathedral.bc.ca.
? Out of Hand Artisan Fair: Organizers call the fair Vancouver Island's most prestigious artisan show, with a selection of contemporary crafts from across the province and points east.
Friday night features a fashion show with runway models featuring designer clothing and accessories found at the fair. Attendees will be entertained by a disc jockey and refreshed with Fairmont Empress cocktails and prizes. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and students, free for those under 16. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Crystal Gardens, 713 Douglas St. For more information, go to outofhand.ca.
? VIDEA Fair Trade Fair: The Victoria International Development Education Association's annual fair features vendors selling fair-trade arts and crafts, including textiles, clothing, toys, gifts and food. Admission is by donation. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the First Metropolitan United Church, 932 Balmoral Rd. For more information, go to videa.ca.
