Espiritu vocal ensemble, is looking for committed choral singers, particularly tenors but will audition any interested singers, who enjoy challenging and diverse repertoire. Must have good music reading skills and enjoy performing high-calibre, professional concerts. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings at West Vancouver United Church. Contact Gillian: 778-847-1210 or email [email protected].
Lonsdale quay farmers market Ever Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 25 at 123 Carrie Cates Court. Market includes conventional and organic produce, jewelry, photography and more. For more information visit artisanmarkets.ca
Ambleside farmers market Every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 26 at 1500 block of Bellevue Avenue, West Vancouver. Market includes bread, honey, organic and traditional produce, jams and more. Celebrate organic week at the market Sept. 28, with old-time accordian music by Heart and Soul. For more information visit artisanmarkets.ca
North shore culture days A three -day national celebration to raise awareness of arts and culture will run until Sunday, Sept. 28, 6 p.m. at various locations on the North Shore. Event includes more than 50 free, hands-on and interactive activities for all ages. artsoffice.ca.
Author talks Authors Raina Telgemeier, Sisters, and Kazu Kibuishi, Amulet, will present their books Sunday, Sept. 28 7 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Tickets can be purchased online at kidsbooks.ca. For more information call 604-986-6190 or email [email protected].
Master Class Students will perform their piano pieces and then the teacher will instruct the students on stage so the audience can hear the improvements that the teacher suggests Sunday, Sept. 28, 2:30 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1110 Gladwin Dr., North Vancouver. $10.
Royal canadian air cadets The 103 Thunderbird Squadron will host an open house and registration Sunday, Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at JP Fell Armoury, 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. The event will include active demonstrations of the band, field survival skills and more. Youth ages 12-18 can register onsite for the 2014/15 training year. For more information visit cadets.ca, 103air.com
Culture cram! The North Vancouver District Public library is celebrating Culture Days with a variety of events Sunday, Sept. 28 from 12:30-4 p.m. at the Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., Capilano Library, 3045 Highland Blvd. and Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court. All events are free and no registration is required. Visit nvdpl.ca for more details.
Pet blessing service Rev. Roberta Fraser will be blessing pets during service Sunday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. at St. Stephen's Anglican Church, which is located at 885 22nd St., West Vancouver. All pets must be leashed or caged. ststephenschurch.ca
Home office computer basics Receive tips on optimizing home office setup Monday, Sept. 29 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Presentation will cover hardware, networking, customer management relations applications and more. Intended for home-business owners but anyone welcome. Register at 604-929-3727.
Official community plan public hearing Final public input opportunity for the 2014 Official Community Plan Bylaw Monday, Sept. 29, 6 p.m. at North Vancouver City Hall, 141 West 14th St. Written submissions can be sent to the city clerk at [email protected].
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