Pasko! Storytime, Crafts, Merienda, and Shopping!

Join us for a festive, family-friendly celebration featuring storytimes, crafts, a marketplace, and delicious merienda! Meet talented Filipino-Canadian authors and explore our vibrant marketplace. Hosted by the Filipino-Canadian Book Festival.

🎄 Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024
• Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM PST
• Location: UBC Learning Exchange, 612 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Bring the whole family for a FREE festive celebration of Filipino-Canadian culture! Our Christmas special is packed with activities for all ages, including engaging storytimes, interactive crafts, and a chance to meet and greet with amazing authors.

📚 Program

• Stephanie Sy
  Author of "A ROOF!"
  📖 Storytime / Q&A / Craft + Signing
  ⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• Ginger Ngo
  Illustrator of “Adventures in Desolation Sound” by Grant Lawrence
  📖 Storytime / Q&A / Craft + Signing
  ⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• 🍔 Lunchtime
  ⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
• 🧶 Christmas Crafts with Paulina Constancia
  ⏰ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  📖 Storytime / Q&A / Craft + Signing
• Monique Leonardo Carlos
  Author of "IT’S OKAY JUST ASK"
  ⏰ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

🛍️ Marketplace Vendors:

Explore our marketplace featuring local Filipino-Canadian vendors:

• Bellie Bake (@belliebake)Delight in homemade baked goods and sweet treats!
• Eunoia Naturale (@eunoianaturaleca)Discover natural, handcrafted skincare and wellness products.
• Treats by Ube (@treats_by_ube)Delicious ube treats!
• Sago To Go - (@sagotogo) Delicious Sago in a cup!
• Saffi Squirrel (@saffisquirrel) Art and cute gifts!

🎉 Additional Activities:

• Traditional crafts
• Festive music
• Delicious merienda (snacks)

📞 Contact Information:

• For inquiries, please email: [email protected]

Don't miss out on this festive celebration! Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable day of stories, crafts, and community.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

UBC Learning Exchange, 612 Main Street, Vancouver, Canada