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ByoV (bring your own voice) Community Choir is now accepting registrations for the 2013/2014 year. The year is divided into three terms that cost $40 each, with rehearsals on Thursday nights from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

ByoV (bring your own voice) Community Choir is now accepting registrations for the 2013/2014 year. The year is divided into three terms that cost $40 each, with rehearsals on Thursday nights from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley United Church, 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. The choir sings all kinds of music and emphasizes singing for the joy and love of singing. Info: lynnvalleychurch. com or 604-987-2114.

Salsa by the Sea: Love the music, rhythms and dance of Latin America? Learn to salsa on Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. until Aug. 29, outside the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver (weather permitting). Drop-in fee: $6. Info: ferrybuildinggallery.com or 604-925-7290.

Waterfront Theatrical Walking Tours: Shipyard Sal and Sam will sing, dance and tell stories about Burrard Dry Dock during the Second World War Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1:30-3 p.m. during August at Shipbuilder's Square, 15 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver. Free. Info: 604-990-3700, ext. 8008.

Summerfest 2013 will return to Lonsdale Quay Market and will run every weekend until Sept. 1. This family friendly festival will feature a variety of free activities for all ages. For a full schedule of events and info: lonsdalequay.com.

Artisan Fair: Hand-crafted jewelry, toys, original artwork and more will be on display at summer craft fairs at the North Vancouver civic plaza at 14th Street and Lonsdale Avenue. Fairs are scheduled for Aug. 10 and 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: nvartscouncil.ca/events.

Norgate's Community Block Party will be held on Saturday, Aug. 10 from noon to 4 p.m. in the 1200-1300-blocks on West 15th St., North Vancouver. Enjoy ethnic foods, street hockey, information booths plus much more.

One-on-One Computer Assistance: Sign up for 30 minutes of personalized help with the Internet, email, word processing, social media or an e-reader Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2:30-4 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration required: 604-929-3727. Information: nvdpl.ca.

2013 Prints Show: A gallery nightfeaturing100photographs by 100 photographers in a silent auction Wednesday, Aug. 14, 5-8 p.m. in The Community Room at Lynn Valley Village, Mountain Highway and Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver. All funds raised will go to InspireHealth: Integrative Cancer Care.

Technology Class: Learn how to read ebooks, check emails and use apps on your e-reader and tablet Wednesday, Aug. 14, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required: 604-925-7405.

First Annual Zombie Dance will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17, 5-10 p.m. Central Lonsdale on the west side between 19th-20th St, North Vancouver. This fun filled evening will have a zombie fashion show, zombie music, zombie dogs and so much more.

One-on-One Computer Assistance: Sign up for 30 minutes of personalized help with the Internet, email, word processing, social media or an e-reader Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2:30-4 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration required: 604-929-3727. Info: nvdpl.ca.

Musical Ride: One of Canada's most recognized icons, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will be performing at Mahon Park, Jones Ave. and West 21st St., North Vancouver Wednesday, Aug. 21 for two shows, 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: nvan.rcmp-grc. gc.ca.

Sunday Crafternoon: Join local crafter and upcycler Denise Corcoran for an afternoon of crafting fun. Learn how to transform recyclables into useful household items Sunday, Aug. 25, 1:30-3 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Free. Info: 604-998-3450 or nvcl.ca.

West Vancouver SPCA will hold a dog wash fundraiser Sunday, Aug. 25, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at 1020 Marine Dr. All proceeds will help the animals. Minimum donation: $20. Info: 604-922-4622. BC SPCA encourages penny donations to help animals in need. The West Vancouver SPCA will collect donations (rolled pennies are preferred) at 1020 Marine Dr. Info: spca. bc.ca.

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