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What’s happening in Cambridge this weekend

Christmas markets highlight a packed scheduled of activities and events in the city
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Santa will be out and about in the community this weekend meeting with kids. JUNGMIN HAM RMO PHOTO

Check out the full list of things to see and do from Dec. 13 to 15.

Friday, Dec. 13

Setsubun - sacred offerings to the divine divide

Cambridge Public Library Queen's Square - 1 North Square, all day until Feb. 23

Curated by Karly Boileau and created by Hitoko Okada, this exhibition shows off ceramic and textile works with a focus on the Japanese heritage craft practice.

Stock-in-Transit

Cambridge Public Library Queen's Square - 1 North Square, all day

An exhibition by José Luis Torres that inspires people to think about the critiques of consumerism. Runs until Jan. 17.

Stitching Science

Cambridge Idea Exchange Old Post Office - 12 Water St. S, all day until March 30

View the Cambridge Art Galleries' inaugural exhibition at the Iibrary. Embroidery work from Guelph-based artist Lauren Wright Vartanian will be on display.

A Curious Landscape

Cambridge Public Library Queen's Square - 1 North Square, all day until Jan. 5

View the parametric sculptural installation in the Cambridge Art Galleries' Artist Garden.

Old Post Office Book Club

Cambridge Public Library Old Post Office - 12 Water St. S, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

This group meets monthly to discuss a set title. December's book is Murder at the Merton Library by Andrea Penrose.

Holiday Craft Stop

Cambridge Public Library Clemens Mills - 50 Saginaw Pwky, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Drop in to make a craft.

Connections 50+

Cambridge Public Library Queen's Square - 1 North Square, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Gather with other older adults and bond over concerts, crafting and chats.

Winter Ice and Lights

Central Park - 615 King St. E, 5 p.m.

View the many holiday-inspired light installations in the park until the end of December.

Irving Berlin's White Christmas

Hamilton Family Theatre - 46 Grand Ave S, 7:30 p.m. with shows on Saturday and Sunday.

The film starring Bing Crosby comes to the stage in Galt. For tickets click here.

Cambridge Rivulettes Hockey

Galt Arena Gardens - 98 Shade St., 7:30 p.m.

The Rivs host Toronto Leaside.

Live at Trackside Tavern

215 Beverly St., 9 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Enjoy a night of rock and roll music.

Saturday, Dec. 14

Belonging

Cambridge Public Library Preston - 435 King St. E, all day until March 9

This exhibition explores how art can help form connections and healing.

Cambridge Farmers’ Market

40 Dickson St, 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

A central community food hub, the market features 26 year round vendors and 30 seasonal vendors.

Cambridge Christmas Market

City hall and Cambridge Centre for the Arts - 50 Dickson St., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Shop at local vendors while enjoying entertainment and music. The market is also running on Sunday.

Old Galt Holiday House Market

52 Main St., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Another market full of holiday vendors.

Holiday Experience

Cambridge Public Library Old Post Office - 12 Water St. S, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Take part in holiday themed activities, a green screen photo shoot and a conversation with Santa on the radio.

Jingle and Jive: A Generational Music Celebration

Fairview Seniors Community - 515 Langs Dr., 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

People of all ages can gather to enjoy a musical story time. Registration for each child is required and can be done here.

Christmas in the District

Gaslight District - 64 Grand Ave S, 12 p.m.

Head to the city's largest public gathering spot for a market and a full day of Christmas activities, an ugly sweater party, movies on the big screen and a meeting with Santa.

Wave Maker Christmas Party

639 Laurel St., 5 p.m.

Enjoy patties from Jamadian Patties, live music, festive games and beer. A school lunch drive is also being held to support Mamas for Mamas KW. Pre-packaged nut-free snacks will be collected.

Cambridge RedHawks Hockey

Galt Arena Gardens - 98 Shade St., 7 p.m.

The RedHawks welcome the Brantford Titans.

Sunday, Dec. 15

Brunch with Santa at Langdon Hall

1 Langdon Dr, varying time slots

Pull up a chair and have brunch with Santa. Cost is $80 and is half price for kids. To reserve a time slot click here.

Brunch with Santa

African Lion Safari - 1386 Cooper Rd, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

See the animals and have a meal with Santa. Cost ranges from $22.99 to $39.99 plus tax and reservations can be made by calling 519-622-8144.

2nd Christmas Cambridge Craft Show

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 272 - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Browse vendors to find gifts for loved ones.

Preston Family Christmas Party

Wave Maker Brewery - 639 Laurel St., 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Gather with other residents for an afternoon of crafts, games and treats.

Buffalo Bills on the Big Screen

Gaslight District - 64 Grand Ave S, 12 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Watch the Bills take on the Detroit Lions at 4:25 p.m. The Cleveland Browns and Kansas City Chiefs game will be shown at 1 p.m.

Photos with Santa 

Farm League Brewing - 295 Ainslie St. S, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Pop in for a photo with Santa. Book a time slot here.

Christmas Concert

Central Presbyterian Church, 7 Queens Square, 7 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.

The Galt Kiltie Band will be joined by the Chambridge Girls' Choir to entertain residents.