My Favourite Things Photo Contest: North Vancouver Museum and Archives will hold a social media "show and tell" until May 15 in conjunction with their latest exhibit "Made in B.C. - Homegrown Design." Submit images of your favourite things and explain why you love them via Facebook, Twitter or email. Info: www.northvanmuseum.ca.
The North Vancouver Lawn Bowling Club will hold an orientation day Sunday, March 25, 1: 30 p.m. at 2160 Lonsdale Ave. Learn how the game is similar to curling and pool. Info: 604-929-2135.
Authors in our Community: Local author Claudia Cornwall will share tales of Curt Lang and Vancouver's art scene and subcultures Wednesday, March 28, 7: 30-9 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. www.westvanlibrary.ca.
Dematerialization - Transitioning to an Economy
Without Waste: Join Metro Vancouver as they host the next in a series of Future of the Region Sustainability Dialogues Wednesday, March 28, 11: 30 a.m.-2 p.m. (lunch 11: 30 a.m.-noon) at Hollyburn Country Club, 950 Crosscreek Rd., West Vancouver. The dialogues are intended to help the citizens of Metro Vancouver shape the future of the region by presenting a range of views to challenge and stimulate discussion on significant regional issues. Info and registration: www.metrovancouver.org/region/dialogues.
iPads for Beginners: A free class will take place Wednesday, March 28, 2: 30-3: 30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration: 604-925-7405. Info: www.westvanlibrary.ca.
Computer Class - Craigslist Basics: A free demonstrationstyle class Thursday, March 29, 7-8: 30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Learn how to search for, reply to and post ads. Registration not required. Info: 604-998-3450 or www.nvcl.ca.
Explore Capilano: Explore post-secondary options and learn about the diverse range of programs at Capilano University's general information night Thursday, March 29, 7: 15-8: 45 p.m. in Room 322 of the Library Building, 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Faculty members will be on hand to answer questions. Info: 604-990-7933 or www. explorecapilano.ca.
Youth Learning Centre Open House: Students past and present are invited to celebrate education aide Connie Flett's retirement Thursday, March 29, 2: 30-5: 30 p.m. in Room 109 at the Lucas Centre, 2132 Hamilton Ave., North Vancouver. RSVP: Lynda, 604-903-4661 or lwoodhead@nvsd44.bc.ca
Vegas Night: A fundraising gala in support of Athletics for Kids Friday, March 30, 6-11 p.m. at Hollyburn Country Club, 950 Crosscreek Rd., West Vancouver. There will be a cocktail reception, Vegas style entertainment, a gourmet dinner with wine and live amateur boxing. Admission: $175. Info and tickets: www. a4k.ca/vegas.
Treasures From the Attic: An antiques and identification clinic Saturday, March 31, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at North Vancouver Archives in the Community History Centre, 3203 Institute Rd. Skilled appraisers will be on hand to evaluate items and estimate their worth. Registration recommended: 604-990-3700, ext. 8016 or nvmaprograms@dnv.org. Info: www.northvanmuseum.ca.
Cross Walk: A series of short services followed by coffee and goodies will take place during Holy Week in West Vancouver. Schedule: April 1, 7 p.m., West Vancouver Baptist Church, 450 Mathers Ave.; April 2, 9: 30 a.m., West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave.; April 3, 9: 30 a.m., St. Monica's Anglican Church, 6404 Wellington St.; April 4, 9: 30 a.m., West Vancouver Presbyterian Church, 2893 Marine Dr. and April 5, 9: 30 a.m., St. FrancisintheWood Anglican Church, 4774 South Picadilly Way.
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