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Shadbolt presents self-titled Ballet B.C. show
Burnaby is the place to be this month for an inside view of Ballet B.C.'s latest work.
Sun Devils heading back to provincials
South Delta Sun Devils are headed back to the provincial girls' "AAA" soccer championships for a record 12th consecutive year after their most improbable journey yet.
Beach house with a '60s vibe
IT is possible to make a dream home come true without breaking the bank.
Racers dive into action at North Shore Triathlon
Victoria's Connor Forman won the elite Super Sprint race (under 21) in a time of 32:26 while Megan Kinghorn, also of Victoria, won the women's Super Sprint in 37:21. In the open adult category North Vancouver's Dylan Gleeson won the men's race while Lauren Babineau of Belcarra, B.C. claimed the women's title. Full results at northshoretriathlon.ca.
Local bistro 'gem' celebrated
WHILE recently perusing the list of winners in one food magazine's "best of" awards, I was struck by an anomaly in the "Neighbourhood Gem" category.
Art, music in garden
RESIDENTS are invited to spend the weekend with artists and musicians in some of the North Shore's most beautiful private gardens.
Bright Lights: Starry Nights Black and White Gala
The Sutherland family of schools third annual Starry Nights Black and White Gala was held April 20 at Sutherland secondary.
New program recognizes junior orchestra players
Awards will be handed out in the spring to members aged 14 to 25 based on their contribution to the orchestra's activities during the current season.
Building a better bus exchange
THE Phibbs Exchange may get an upgrade - if TransLink can afford it or if the District of North Vancouver is willing to help pay for it.
3 charged for illegal tree cutting
AFTER a 15-month investigation, two North Vancouver homeowners and a North Shore-based arborist are facing criminal charges after they allegedly cut down a swath of trees in Capilano River Regional Park.
Wong will play in Friday's golf Shootout at Gleneagles
NORTH Vancouver golf phenom Eugene Wong has been added to the roster for the VGT Golf West Van Shootout scheduled for this Friday at Gleneagles Golf Course.
Community bulletin board
Five Love Languages: A program based on the book by Dr. Gary Chapman for those interested in improving their relationship with others Wednesdays, May 22-June 5, 7 p.m. at West Vancouver Baptist Church, 450 Mathers Ave. Fee: $25, includes workbook. Registration: 604922-0911 or westvanbaptist. com.
Kids' stuff
Help Build a Lego Garden: Join Lego certified professional Robin Sather, to help build a huge garden made out of Lego bricks Saturday, May 25 at Park Royal South, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: shopparkroyal.com.
Capilano motels serve an affordable function
I was not surprised to see the District of North Vancouver council basically give the green light to Larco Investments to start the rezoning process in the Lower Capilano area (North Shore News, May 8).
Immigrant statistics remain stable
WHEN they immigrated to Canada from the Philippines more than a decade ago, it was a family connection that initially drew Alvin Koh Relleve and his wife to the area.
Centre of change
WHEN Heather McLeod's favourite local yoga studio closed unexpectedly, she was compelled to action.
Hollyburn Family Services gets a boost
NORTH Shore seniors at risk of homelessness will have access to additional supportive services thanks to a funding boost from the upcoming North Shore Mayors' Golf Tournament.
What's going on for seniors
Annual General Meeting Notice: The Canadian Association of Retired Persons Chapter 4 (CARP) will hold its annual general meeting Thursday, May 23, 3: 30-5 p.m. at the Silk Purse, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Registration required by May 19 at carp.northshorevancouver@gmail.com. Info: Elizabeth Dunbar, 604-926-8173.
Piano teacher keyed up for race
WHEN Natasha Wakaruk takes off from the start in next weekend's Edinburgh Half Marathon, she expects to find herself reflecting on the journey she's been on following her diagnosis with type 1 diabetes two years ago.
