The Aldergrove Festival Days 鈥淟ight Up鈥� Christmas Parade takes place on Saturday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. in downtown Aldergrove.

And while the parade route is the same, the assembly area and direction have changed.

The parade will start at 270 Street, next to the Aldergrove Community Policing Office, and disperse at 273 Street.

Parade parking will be available in the back area of Aldergrove Elementary.

After people are invited to gather in the parking lot of the old Elks Hall, 27309 Fraser Hwy., and join in some Christmas carols.

The Otter Grove Girl Guides will collect non-perishable items for the food bank along the parade route.

The Aldergrove Elks will host their 18th annual Children鈥檚 Christmas Celebration at the OAP Hall, south of Fraser Hwy. on 273 Street, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. This is also a free family event, featuring appearances by Santa Claus and Snow White.

The Aldergrove Business Association is also hosting the Aldergrove 鈥淟ight Up鈥� competitions. Businesses and residents are invited to participate, or if you know someone who has done an outstanding 鈥渓ight up鈥� job, feel welcome to nominate them. To register see website: info@aldergroveba.ca

Help put the town on the map for families to enjoy our light displays. Volunteers are also appreciated. Please feel free to contact the organizers if you wish to volunteer or if you have any questions; call Karen Long at 604-418-9507 or email www.aldergrovefestivaldays.com.

Snow White Returns

91原创 actress and singer Alyssa Neilsen will bring her Snow White character to the Aldergrove Elks Christmas party for children on Dec. 8.

鈥淚 will be performing and entertaining the kids and adults at the event, with singing, storytelling, games, and I am also posing for photos with the children if parents bring their own camera,鈥� said Neilsen.

From something as simple as a reminder not to take food from strangers, to the importance of friendship, Snow White brings her gentle voice and sweet nature to every event.  Pass the 鈥榩oison apple鈥� and win a prize! Do your best to whistle and dance a jig!

Her company name is As You Wish Princess and you can find her website at www.asyouwishprincess.com.