In the Community

Since opening, Milestones Park Royal has raised $8,200 for West Vancouver Royal Canadian Marine Search & Rescue. At its soft launch, the restaurant had raised $5,400 for the non-profit.

A repurposed newspaper box beckons curious minds near the playground in a humble Lower Lonsdale park. “Welcome. Take a book, leave a book. Read. Read. Read,” urges colourfully written instructions on the gleaming white box.

Local man spruces up a public space in his neighbourhood

As part of the District of North Vancouver’s 125th birthday celebrations, a unique outdoor storytelling experience will be offered in Mount Seymour Provincial Park this weekend.

Artist Clancy Dennehy chats with North Vancouver District Public Library director of services Jacqueline van Dyk.

Sandra Mondragon, 12, Carisbrooke elementary Art teacher: Pat Rickard Favourite art: many different types Favourite artist: Ross Penhall Her teacher writes: Sandra is a very creative student. She spends lots of time designing her art projects.

Colette Anderson and son Kyle take a turn on the giant checkers game at the kick off for the Summer Culture Series of family activities and games at Lynn Valley Village Square July 6.