Call for Gardeners: The North Vancouver Community Arts Council is seeking beautiful North Shore private gardens to feature in the 2013 Art in the Garden Tour that will take place May 25 and 26 from noon to 5 p.m. (rain or shine). The self-directed tour brings together visual artists, musicians and gardeners. Submissions can be made by calling 604-988-6844 or emailing info@nvartscouncil. ca. Deadline: Friday, Feb. 15, 5 p.m. Info: nvartscouncil.ca. GardenSmart Workshop - Pruning 101: An introduction to backyard fruit tree pruning Sunday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m. at Queen Mary Community Garden, 230 West Keith Rd., North Vancouver. A hands-on workshop to learn how to help backyard fruit trees thrive with fruit tree expert David Tracey. Fee: $8.25. Registration required: 604-990-3755. Info: northshorerecycling. ca/programs/gardensmart-workshops.
Seedy Saturday: A celebration of heritage varieties and organic gardening featuring more than 30 growers, seed companies and exhibitors Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. There will also be seed inspired activities for kids. Admission by donation. Info: vandusengarden.org.
Walk in the Rainforest - The Wakening Forest: A program for adults to look for signs of forest plants waking up and discover how to identify plants in the winter time Sunday, Feb. 24, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration required: 604-990-3755.
EarthWorks: Biologist and author Dick Cannings will give a presentation on the status of Canada's birds and climate change Tuesday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Capilano University Performing Arts Theatre, 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Free.
GardenSmart Workshop - Backyard Seed Saving: An introduction to seed pollination, processing, saving and storage Saturday, March 2, 1: 30-3 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration required: 604-990-3755. Info: northshorerecycling. ca/programs/gardensmart-workshops.
GardenSmart Workshop - Pollination Power: Learn all about mason bees and how to provide habitat for these important pollinators Sunday, March 3, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration required: 604-990-3755. Info: northshorerecycling. ca/programs/gardensmart-workshops.
Worm World: A program for families with children ages five to 11 Sunday, March 10 from 10: 30 a.m. to noon at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Participants will take a closer look at worms, how they live, what they eat, the important things they do and make a mini worm composter to take home. Fee: $25 per non-member family or $15 per member family. Registration required: 604-718-5898 or familyprograms@vandusen. org.
Capilano Garden Club meets the second Monday of each month at 7: 30 p.m. at Canyon Heights Christian Assembly, 4840 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver. New members welcome. Guests: $5. Info: 604-980-4964.
Capilano Flower Arranging Club meets the second Wednesday of each month (except July and August), 7: 30 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. They have demonstrations, guest speakers and workshops. New members and guests welcome. Info: Donna, 604-986-9360 or Heather, 604-987-5382.
Deep Cove Garden Club meets the fourth Thursday of each month (except July, August and December) from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Multicultural Seniors' Room at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Meetings include speakers, workshops and field trips. Info: Elaine, 604-929-2928 or Chris, 604-924-1628.
Donate Surplus Harvest: The North Shore Recycling program encourages gardeners to donate surplus harvest to local food banks and shelters. No donation is too small and donations are accepted year round. For a list of organizations accepting fresh produce visit nsrp.bc.ca.
Seed Collectors: Learn how to collect, clean and package seeds from plants, Tuesday or Sunday mornings at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Info: Judy Aird at 604-257-8674.
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