November 22: 2:00 pm (Pre-concert Activities from 1 - 1:45 PM) The Esso Symphony for Kids presents Here's... the orchestra! at the Winspear Centre. High and low, forte and pianissimo, presto and largo - this orchestra can do it all! Bill Eddins introduces the musicians and instruments of the orchestra. Enjoy music from Harry Potter, Saint-Saëns' Carnival of the Animals, and Pirates of the Caribbean. This 60 minute concert is performed without intermission. For more information call and/or tickets call 780-428-1414.

November 21-23: The Information and Volunteer Centre for Strathcona County (ICV) is delighted to present our 1st Annual Festival of Trees at the Best Western Sherwood Hotel & Conference Centre. Attractions will include the display and auction of 34 decorated Christmas trees, wreaths and centerpieces; Christmas Market; Santa's Workshop; Volunteer Village and roving entertainers. For more information call 780-464-4242 or visit ivcstrathcona.org.

November 21-23: Tri-Community Health and Wellness Foundation in Spruce Grove presents the Tri-Community Festival of Trees. This is a family event including Breakfast with Santa, Saturday evening gala event, a Craft Sale featuring crafters from the region, local entertainment, Sunday Senior/Family Tea set amongst beautifully decorated trees and wreaths that are auctioned off. For more information call 780-963-2777 or visit tricommunityfot.ca.

November 21-January 4: Hawrelak Park hosts the Bright Nights Winter Family Festival. With over 1.5 million visitors since its inception, Bright Nights still grows every year. It is Alberta's most compelling holiday exhibition. Enjoy this larger-than-life land of fairytales, forests and fantasies without leaving the warmth of your vehicle. For more information call 780-426-4620 or visit edmontonchamber.com.

If you know of any community events you would like to see included, please forward them to info@edmontonschild.com!