Whats Happening in Montreal: the Nutcracker Market, Santropol Roulant Holiday Craft Fair

Holiday shopping is in full swing. Find creative, locally made gifts for your loved ones at the Nutcracker Market or the Santropol Roulant holiday craft fair. Not yet in the holiday spirit This weekend, check out a burlesque show inspired by the popular Fifty Shades of Grey book series.Santropol Roulant is hosting a holiday craft fair this Saturday. Sip on a cup of tea made with herbs harvested from the community organizations urban garden and nibble on homemade gingerbread cookies while shopping. Some of the items available for sale include authentic Italian biscotti, ceramics and ornaments, cycling t-shirts (Santropol Roulant also has a bike shop) and gift baskets from the Roulant General Store food market.The Plateau-based organization uses food as a vehicle to connect generations. For example, the volunteer-run meals-on-wheels service delivers fresh, prepared meals to people living with a loss of autonomy. Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. tea and gingerbread cookies are free, items for sale vary in price 111 Roy St. E., 514-284-9335, Find gifts for your friends and family at the Nutcracker Market, taking place until Dec. 7 on the ground floor of Palais des congrs de Montral. Shop gourmet treats, home decor, toys, jewelry and accessories, beauty products and more from local businesses such as pastry shop and eco-friendly beauty product line.Hosted by Les Grands Ballets, the yearly non-profit event raises funds for children from underprivileged neighbourhoods to attend educational workshops as well as a performance of The Nutcracker ballet show. Ten per cent of the exhibitors proceeds will be awarded to the cause. Nov. 27 to Dec. 7 varies 1001 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle,Local dance school is hosting its annual show with a little dose of kink. Inspired by the popular book series Fifty Shades of Grey, the 50 Shades of DG show features burlesque performances and acrobatic pole dancing. Teachers and students alike participate in the show, which takes place this Saturday at the Caf Cleopatra cabaret. DG Entertainment specializes in pole dancing and burlesque classes and also offers entertainment for private events such as bachelorette and corporate parties. Nov. 29 at 9 p.m. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Click to purchase tickets.Caf Cleopatra, 1230 St-Laurent Blvd., Westmount jewelry boutique Joolz Bar Bijoux is celebrating its one-year anniversary with a cocktail party and a 25 per cent discount on all merchandise. On Dec. 2 at 5 p.m., stop by the store to browse jewelry from designers such as from New York and Toronto label while sipping on Prosecco and sampling hors doeuvres. The evening will also feature a performance by Atlanta-based R&B duo G.NAX. The store isa jewelry-bar concept where customers are encouraged to relax and sip on wine or coffee while trying on pieces. Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. free 4916 Sherbrooke St. W., The Cirque du Soleil is turning 30 and hosting a limited-time musical event for the occasion. Unfolding from Dec. 13 to 28 in the dramatic architectural and acoustic setting of the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church in the Plateau, the concert will pay tribute to the music featured in Cirque du Soleil shows over the years. Seventychoir singers, eight soloists and 28 musicians will be part of the 75-minute performance, featuring songs from shows such as Las Vegas-based K and Kurios. Dec. 13 to 28 $40 to $70. Click to purchase tickets. 309 Rachel St. E.,