Gluten Free Food Collection Two Daughters Bakeshop in North Vancouver is collecting gluten-free grocery items to donate to the Harvest Project. Those who donate will be entered in a draw to win a $20 gift certificate to spend at the shop. 604-836-2229
Christmas by the Sea Parade of Trees
The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce will host a display of decorated trees until Jan. 5 at Shipbuilders' Square, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver. nvchamber.ca
Charles Dickens
Enjoy a morning of live music and group carols along with lively dialogue, stories and readings from the life of the classic author Thursday, Dec. 19, 10:30 a.m. at Silk Purse, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. $15/$12 silkpurse.ca
Operation Red Nose will drive individuals home in their own cars for free Dec. 20, 21 and 31 from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Call 604-619-0942 for a ride. Donations will be accepted to support youth programs. Volunteers are still needed. 778-288-8996 [email protected] nsorn.org
The Salvation Army North Shore Children's Choir be performing to assist the annual Christmas Kettle Campaign Friday Dec. 20, 5-6 p.m. at London Drugs, 2031 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver.
Carol Ships Parade of Lights
Ships will be in the Ambleside/Dundarave area on the evening of Dec. 23 and in the Deep Cove area Dec. 21. carolships.org
Bright Nights in Stanley Park
Ride the train, view more than two million lights, look at animated displays and listen to holiday classics until Jan. 5 (except Christmas day). Tickets are available at ticketmaster.ca or same-day at the train from noon. Partial proceeds go to the B.C. Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.
Christmas by the Sea Parade of Trees
The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce will host a display of decorated trees until Jan. 5 at Shipbuilders' Square, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver. nvchamber.ca
Twelve Days of Christmas
Parkgate Potters' works decorated with themes from the carol will be on display until Jan. 12 at Ron Andrews Community Space, 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. 604-987-8873 604-347-8922
