What’s happening in Lethbridge this week: December 12, 2022

Mr. Claus will be making a pit stop at the Lethbridge Airport this week, and community members are encouraged to come out and grab a free picture with Santa in the arrivals area. On December 13, 14 and 15 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., guests can hang out with the man in red himself. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item for the Interfaith Food Bank.

Christmas Soup & a Bun Supper Fundraiser – December 14

Head on down to the Amazing Grace Church on Tuesday evening for a night of fundraising fun on behalf of the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen (LSK). Guests can enjoy several soup options, homemade buns and Christmas cookies for dessert in exchange for a donation to the LSK. The event starts at 6:00 p.m. and everyone is welcome to come down to support.

ImpromptOu by Theatre Outré: Improv Night – December 15

Rifting off the style of “Who’s Line is it Anyways?”, Lethbridge’s independent theatre company, Theatre Outré, will host its very own style of improv at the Good Time Lethbridge Comedy Club. There will even be prizes for audience members. The show runs from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Tickets are still available online at the Good Time Lethbridge Comedy Club website.

Wise Owl Pub Trivia – December 15

Test your trivia skills at the Wise Owl Pub Quiz, presented by the Lethbridge Public Library. Head down to the Owl Acoustic Lounge at 7:30 p.m. on December 15 to test your brain and rack up some points for some sweet prizes. Questions start at 8:00 p.m, and groups of six are welcome to test their skills.

Holiday Traditions Around the World – December 16

The Southern Alberta Ethnic Association and its group members are holding an event from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on December 16. On Friday, Holiday Traditions Around the World will include treats, performances and kids’ activities from around the globe. Admission is free, and kids will have a chance to take photos with Santa. Check it out at the Multicultural Centre on 421 6 Avenue South in Lethbridge.

Live Music & Open Mic by Train Wreck Band – December 16

On Friday night, head on down to Honkers Pub & Eatery for a night of live music. Starting at 8:00 p.m. all styles and abilities of musicians are welcome to take the stage and use the band gear supplied, but are asked to their own personal instrument and microphone. Honkers will be offering drink and food specials all night long and reservations are encouraged.

Winter Light Festival at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden – Multiple dates in December

From now until February 26, 2023, guests can see light and ice sculpture displays while learning about Japanese culture and traditions at the Winter Light Festival at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden in Lethbridge. Tickets are available Thursday through Sunday, with additional passes available for the Kamakura [Igloo] Dome Experience or the Basha Nori [Horse and Wagon Rides]. Learn more about the festival or how to get tickets at the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden website.

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by Sarah Jones

What’s happening in Lethbridge this week: December 12, 2022

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