Lawn Sprinkling Regulation: Until Sept. 30 sprinkling will be permitted from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. only. Even numbered addresses may sprinkle Mondays, Wednesdays or Saturdays and odd numbered addresses on Tuesdays, Thursdays or Sundays. Currently there are no watering restrictions for flowers, vegetables, shrubs and trees. Info: www.metrovancouver. org.
Loutet Farm Work Bee and Potluck: Loutet Farm welcomes the community to help out at the farm Wednesday, June 27, 5: 30-7 p.m. at 14th Street and Rufus Avenue, North Vancouver. Following the work bee, from 7 to 8 p.m., there will be a potluck dinner. Bring a small dish to share and your own plate and cutlery. Registration and info: emily@ ediblegardenproject.com.
Rainforest Programs for Adults and Families - The Edible Forest: Learn about the edible plants of the coastal temperate rainforest Sunday, July 1, 10: 30 a.m-noon at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. For details, visit www.dnv.org/ ecology/.
Watershed Tours: See where your water comes from with guided bus and walking tours from July 5 to Sept. 16 at the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve or the Capilano Watershed. Registration required: 604-432-6430 or toursreg@metrovancouver. org. Schedule: www. metrovancouver.org.
Fantastic Flowers of VanDusen: A program for families with children ages five to 11 Sunday, July 8, 10: 30 a.m. to noon or 1: 30-3 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Fee: $25 per non-member family or $15 per member family. Registration required: 6047185898 or www.familyprograms@ vandusen.org.
Winter Gardening: Learn how to grow food through a West Coast winter with farmer Gavin Wright Wednesday, July 11, 78: 30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Admission: $5. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www. gardensmart.ca.
Summer Pruning: Learn which plants should be pruned in the summer and the proper way to do it Wednesday, July 11, 6-8 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Fee: nonmember/$40 or member/$30. Info: www.vandusengarden. org.
Vancouver Shade Garden Society will hold its free annual show and sale Sunday, July 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Info: Chris Jennings, 604-602-6644 or [email protected]
VanDusen Lecture - Art in
Ecology, Museum with No Walls: Join John K. Grande, world-renowned earth art expert as he discusses the evolution of this art form Thursday, July 19, 7: 30 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Fee: nonmember/$15 or member/$10. Tickets: in advance from the administration office or subject to availability at the door and available online. Info: www. vandusengarden.org.
Passionate about Perennials: Discover how to use herbaceous perennials effectively in the garden for wonderful diversity of colour, texture and seasonal change Tuesday, July 24, 6-8 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Fee: non-member/$35 or member/$25. For more information visit www. vandusengarden.org.
BC Fuchsia and Begonia Society will hold its annual show and competition July 28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and July 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Admission: $2.50. For more information call Catherine Whitford, 604-924-3251 or email info@ bcfuchsiasociety.com.
Bird Survey: All levels of birders welcome on the first Saturday of the month, 8 a.m.-12: 30 p.m. at Maplewood Flats Conservation Area, 2645 Dollarton Hwy., North Vancouver. Info: 604-903-4471. Info: www. wildbirdtrust.org.
Bird Walk: Join the Wild Bird Trust nature walks the second Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. Meet in the parking lot at 2645 Dollarton Hwy., North Vancouver. For more information call 604-903-4471. or visit the website at www. wildbirdtrust.org.
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.
Capilano Garden Club meets the second Monday of each month, 7: 30 p.m. at Canyon Heights Christian Assembly, 4840 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver. New members welcome. Guests: $5. Info: 604-980-4964.
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.
Delbrook Garden Club meets the fourth Monday of each month at 7: 30 p.m. at St. Catherines Church, 1058 Ridgewood Dr., North Vancouver. New members welcome. Guests: $5. Info: Flo, 604-985-4870.
Edible Garden Project Volunteer Orientation Night takes place the second Monday of every month at 6 p.m. Learn about the projects the Edible Garden Project is running and how to get involved. Location will be provided upon registration. Registration and info: www.ediblegardenproject. com or email volunteer@ ediblegardenproject.com.
Free Eco-Tours: Study the rich heritage and unique natural resources of the West Coast. These walking tours, some available in Mandarin, are designed to educate and promote healthy living. Explore your own backyard with Joseph Lin. Info: 604-327-8693 or www. greenclub.bc.ca.
Guided Walking Tours: VanDusen Botanical Garden at 5251 Oak St., Vancouver offers tours daily at 2 p.m. and Wednesdays at 10: 30 a.m. Meet at the information desk. Free for members or with garden admission. For details visit the website www.vandusengarden. org.
Seed Collectors: Learn how to collect, clean and package seeds from plants, Tuesday or Sunday mornings at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. For more information call Judy Aird at 604-257-8674.
The Upper Lonsdale Garden Club meets every second Thursday of the month, 7: 30-9: 30 p.m. in the basement of St. Martin's Anglican Church, 195 East Windsor Rd., North Vancouver. New members are welcome. For details, call Dianne at 604-980-3025 or email [email protected].
West Coast Bonsai Society welcomes new members at all stages of ability who are interested in the art of miniature trees. Meetings with hands-on experts are every third Wednesday of the month, February through November, 7: 30-9: 30 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. For more information, call 604-922-6608.
West Vancouver Garden Club meets the first Wednesday of every month from September to July with the exception of January, 7: 30 p.m. at St. David's United Church, 1525 Taylor Way, West Vancouver. Coffee and guest speakers. New members and guests welcome. Cost: $25 per year or $35 for a couple, drop-in, $5. For more information, visit the website www.westvangardenclub.com.
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