run from 9 am till 1 pm, the sale is always a sell-out. So come early! The Merrickville United Church is also the location for the Children’s Activity Centre. Hosted by the staff of the Merrickville District Day Nursery School, the centre provides a great opportunity for parents and children to participate in some great hands-on fun and catch some great entertainment and a visit from Santa. And do check out the silent auction at the Knock Knock Shoppe Quilt Room where you can bid on dozens of items donated by local business owners. Shop at participating merchants and enter a draw to win one of a series of shopping sprees valued at up to $1000. Both events run until 9 pm. Can Christmas shopping get any easier? Other Saturday afternoon and evening events include carolers, photos with Santa, strolling magician, hot chocolate, steamy cider, marshmallows and hot dogs toasted on open fires, a chili tent and more. Horse-drawn wagon rides continue into the evening - a perfect time to view Merrickville’s decorated shop fronts and homes. In the true spirit of the season, you can drop off donations of non-perishable goods for the Lions’ Christmas hamper fund at select locations along St. Lawrence Street. On Sunday, December 2 at 2 pm, the 40-member North Grenville Concert Choir will be leading their continued... MY COMMUNITY
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