In the Community

Capt. Jason de Roy on behalf of all three North Shore municipalities invites interested firefighting candidates to a fire services recruitment information session and open house on Saturday, April 28. The session runs 1-3 p.m.

Art teachers: Todd Clark and Ieke Giesey Favourite art: drawing Favourite artist: Pablo Picasso Her teacher writes: Pardis is inspired by portraiture. She enjoys sketching facial features in full detail.

RIDGEWAY elementary is celebrating its 100th birthday this year, and everyone who has been a part of the school's history is invited to join in.

The Ambleside Orchestra rehearses Wednesdays, 3: 305: 30 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver under the direction of Nicolas Krusek. There are opportunities for string players.

THE Tsleil-Waututh Nation Child and Family Development Centre has received national recognition for its innovation related to early childhood education.

Double Take: Presentation House Gallery will hold a photography contest designed to inspire and encourage youth. Students are requested to choose an older image and show how the same place, person, object or building has changed over time.