Sundays
Folktales and Laughter A storytelling series with humorous folktales from around the world the second Sunday of every month, 7-9 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. After the tales, a yoga therapist will guide participants through exercises while laughing. $10. 604-925-7292 silkpurse.ca
North Shore Cric Crac Storytelling Evenings presented by the North Shore Storytellers
takes place the first Sunday of every month, 7-9 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Each month features a different theme. Suggested donation $7-$12. 604-985-5168 northshorestory@gmail.com vancouverstorytelling.org
Polynesian Dance
Classes Beginner classes for adults and children Sundays and Mondays at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. 604-982-8311
Mondays
Alateen Meeting A group for kids ages 10- 18 who are experiencing alcohol problems in their family meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at St. David's United Church, 1525 Taylor Way, West Vancouver. 604-688-1716
Bingo Mondays at 6 p.m., North Vancouver Legion, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. 604-988-3712
Canadian Federation of University Women - West Vancouver Branch is an organization that promotes education, improving women's status and human rights. It also offers fellowship and professional contacts. Meetings are every third Monday, 7 p.m. at St. Stephen's Anglican Church, 885 22nd St., West Vancouver. New members welcome. cfuw.westvan@gmail.com cfuwnvwv.vcn.bc.ca
Chess Club All levels are welcome to play chess Mondays and Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. 604-983-6350 myparkgate.com
Contract Bridge Every Monday and Thursday, 12:30-3 p.m. in the Cedarview Room at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. $1. 604-987-7529
Dare to be Heard - Literary Salon Come read your story, poem or memoir piece the first Monday of the month (October-December and February-June), 7-8:45 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. These free sessions, hosted by the North Shore Writers Association, celebrates local writing without critiquing. Authors at all stages of the writing journey and interested listeners are welcome. nswriters.org
Drop-in Crib Play crib every Monday (unless it's a statutory holiday), 7:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion #118, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. $5. 604-985-1115
Espiritu Vocal Ensembmble This high profile community choir that performs a wide variety of music is looking for motivated singers. Rehearsals take place Mondays, 7-9 p.m. at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. Singers should have basic music reading skills. Call 604-922-2513 to set up an audition time.
Friendship Toastmasters Club meets to improve communication and leadership skills every Monday, 7:15-9:15 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. friendshiptoastmasters.com
Gleneagles
Scottish country dance club Beginner and intermediate classes every Monday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Hollyburn Elementary, which is located at 1329 Duchess Ave., West Vancouver. 604-987-3792
IsIsr aeli Dance Every Monday, beginners 6-7:15 p.m., intermediates and open dancing 7:15-9:30 p.m. at Congregation Har El, which is located at 1305 Taylor Way, in West Vancouver. $6. 604-568-4771
Logos Toastmasters Club meets every Monday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at 659 Clyde Ave., West Vancouver, to help participants try to build self-confidence, overcome the fear of public speaking and improve presentation skills. logostoastmasters.org
Lynn Valley Black Bear Band rehearses every Monday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Argyle secondary, 1131 Frederick Rd., North Vancouver. Woodwind, brass and percussion players are always welcome to join at any time. No audition required. 604-980-6896. info@blackbearband.ca blackbearband.ca Compiled by Debbie Caldwell
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