Local Author Series: The North Vancouver City Library is hosting an evening with local authors Leanne Prain and Pasha Parvaneh Hashemi Wednesday, March 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 120 West 14th St. Free, registration not required. nvcl.ca
North Shore Pro Life Society’s Annual General Meeting: The Society is holding its general meeting Wednesday, March 25, 7-9 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School, 541 West Keith Rd., North Vancouver. 604-984-9094, [email protected]
Discussion Lounge: Discuss and share books, television or local issues Wednesday, March 25, 2:30-4 p.m. at Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Free, no registration required. 604-929-3727 x8168, nvdpl.ca
Building a Log Cabin in 1948: Take a trip back in time to the unique cabin culture on Mount Seymour with Ross Regan’s multi-media presentation Wednesday, March 25, 7-8:30 p.m. at Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Free. Registration required. 604-929-3727 x8166
The Ultimate Traveller: A travel talk accompanied by photographs with world traveller Peter Langer on exploring Peru on a photo safari Wednesday, March 25, 7-9 p.m. at the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. $15. Registration required. 604-925-7270 ferrybuildinggallery.com
Creating Connections: The Capilano University School of Business is presenting a business networking event Thursday, March 26, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver. For tickets contact Nancy Tran 604-990-7872, [email protected], capucreatingconnections.com
Networking Across the North Shore: Join Boston Pizza and the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce for a Business After 5 with both North and West Vancouver chamber members Thursday, March 26, 5-7 p.m. at 1078 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. Includes appetizers with a glass of wine. $25 members/$35 non-members. eventbrite.ca
IPad Learn and Loan: An introduction to the iPad Thursday, March 26, 2-4 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. No experience necessary, but participants must have a valid West Van library card to loan the iPad for three weeks. Online registration availabe. westvanlibrary.ca, 604-925-7405
Taste of Spring: Sample offerings for Easter Thursday, March 26, 5-8 p.m. at Whole Foods Market, The Village at Park Royal. A suggested donation of $10 will go towards supporting the Whole Planet Foundation.
Friends of the Library Book Sale: Stock up on books Friday March 27 and Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Members’ pre-sale Thursday March 26, 6-8:30 p.m. Memberships available at the door for $10. westvanlibrary.ca
Easter Crafternoon: Join upcycling crafter Denise Corcoran of Thrifty By Design for an Easter crafting workshop Saturday, March 28, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Registration not required, supplies provided and all ages welcome. nvcl.ca
North Shore Table Tennis Club will hold an awareness event Saturday, March 28, 6-10 p.m. at St. Catherine’s church, 1058 Ridgewood Dr., North Vancouver. The newly formed club invites enthusiasts of all ages to attend. [email protected] nsttc.ca
Used Book Sale: The North Shore Unitarian Church will be holding a used book sale Sunday, March 29, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 370 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver.
Attracting Beneficial Insects to Our Gardens: West Vancouver Seniors’ Centre Garden Club will host guest speaker Heather Nielson Thursday, March 26, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 695 21st St. Participants will also be able to make a bee condo to take home. Free for members/$8 for non-members. Registration required. 604-921-9135 [email protected]
City Park Stewards: Bring family and friends to help Evergreen remove invasive growth, plant native species and work together to help restore North Vancouver’s parks Saturday, March 28, 9 a.m. to noon at Greenwood Park, 23rd St. East and Ridgeway Ave. Also on Saturday, March 28, 9 a.m. to noon at Sunrise Park, Heywood Sreet and Kennard Avenue, North Vancouver. Training, tools, gloves and refreshments provided. Event takes place rain or shine, dress weather appropriate. uncoveryourcreeks.ca
Bird Language: Learn to decode the language of the forest and learn what birds know with presenter Danielle Szredni Sunday, March 29, 1-2:30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. $8.25 Pre-register at 604-990-3755.
North Shore Sport Awards will take place Tuesday, March 24, 7 p.m. at West Vanouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. The awards are a celebration of sport achievment at all levels and they include categories for coaching, volunteering and fair play.
Soul Power Healing: Join certified soul healer and teacher Sara Baker to learn self-healing techniques Wednesday, March 25, 7 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave. West Vancouver. Admission by donation. 604-928-7781
Yoga in the Gallery: A free gentle hatha style yoga class for all levels Wednesday, March 25 from 11 a.m. to noon at the Seymour Art Gallery, 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. Registration recommended. 604-924-1378
The BC Balance and Dizziness Disorders Society Support Group will meet Thursday, March 26, 2 p.m. at The Summerhill, 135 West 15th St., North Vancouver. A DVD on gaining balance exercises will be shown followed by a discussion and refreshments. Free. 604-770-2131 [email protected]
Book Talk: Spend an evening with author Rachel Hartman as she discusses her latest novel Shadow Scale Thursday, March 26, 7-8 p.m. at Capilano Library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Register at 604-984-0286 x8141.
Pajama Storytime: Bring a teddy bear and wear pajamas for a fun evening of stories and songs by the fireplace Thursday, March 26, 6:45-7:15 p.m. at Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. All ages welcome. No registration required. nvdpl.ca
Properties Family Hub Kids App Club: Use a variety of tablets and apps to learn new things and have a blast in this technology program Thursdays, March 26 to April 30, 3:15-4:30 p.m. at Chartwell Elementary School, 1300 Chartwell Dr., West Vancouver. Register online. westvanlibrary.ca
Singing in the Rain: Learn about the wild rainforest weather through rain, snow, sun and fog Saturday, March 28, 1-3 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. For children three to eight years old, with an adult. $33 per child for four sessions. Pre-register at 604-990-3755.
Family Movies at the Library: Hiro Hamada and his inflatable robot Baymax join up with a band of high-tech heroes in Big Hero 6 Saturday, March 28, 2:30-4:30 p.m. at Capilano Library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Bring drinks and snacks. Free. Register at 604-987-4471 x8175.
Helping Mature Adults Live Independently at Home: A presentation describing how Philips Lifeline helps those who are living alone and are vulnerable to falls live with independence, confidence and dignity in their homes Tuesday, March 24, 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. There will be a demonstration of the equipment as well as a question and answer session. Registration required. 604-987-4471 x8175 nvdpl.ca
Inspired by Olga: The West Vancouver Community Foundation’s seventh annual Seniors Health Forum, Saturday, March 28, 10-11:30 a.m. at Kay Meek Centre, 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. The event will include short inspiring talks with personal stories and community opportunities for seniors to stay physically active and engaged. Admission by donation. 604-925-8153 tiny.cc/wvcf
Argyle Music Club Free Concert: Young musicians from Argyle secondary will perform various genres of music Saturday, March 28, 3-4 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Register in person at Mollie Nye House or phone 604-987-5820.
Open House: Chartwell Churchill House Retirement Residence will host an open house Sunday, March 29, 1-4 p.m., at 150 West 29th St., North Vancouver. Participants will have the opportunity to sample food, enjoy entertainment and experience what retirement living is all about. 778-382-0099 chartwell.com
