FEED YOUR FOOD
North Shore Recycling Program's GardenSmart compost experts will be on hand in various garden centres during October to answer questions and help solve some common composting problems. Locations and times: Maple Leaf Garden Centre, 2558 Haywood Ave., West Vancouver, Oct.17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Maple Leaf Garden Centre, 1343 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver, Oct. 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dykhof Nurseries, 460 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver, Oct. 20 from noon to 4 p.m. 604-984-9730 [email protected] northshorerecycling.ca
CAPILANO GARDEN CLUB will be holding its next meeting on Monday, Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Canyon Heights Christian Assembly, 4840 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver. Featuring special guest speaker Karen Morton, Ecourbia. For information, email [email protected]
EDIBLE GARDEN PROJECT'S PUMPKIN PATCH
Enjoy a pumpkin patch party at Loutet Farm, 14th and Rufus Dr., North Vancouver Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon. The whole family can enjoy this fun harvest celebration. gavin@ediblegardenproject. com.
GARDENSMART WORKSHOP - MARVELOUS MUSHROOMS
Join Scott Henderson to discover how you can grow your own edible mushrooms indoors and out Saturday,
Oct. 19, 1-2:30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration required. 604-990-3755 northshorerecycling.ca/programs/gardensmartworkshops
BEEFRIENDLY GARDEN BLITZ is looking for volunteers to remove plants and replace with bee-friendly plants and/or seeds, build an insect hotel and see a presentation on native bees Sunday, Oct. 20 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Gerry's Garden, 14th St. and Rufus, North Vancouver. Hot lunch served at noon. sharon. [email protected]
LYNNMOUTH PARK REHABILITATION PROJECT
Help remove invasive plants, plant native plants and learn about the local ecology while restoring the native plant population in the park Sunday, Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at Mountain Equipment Co-op, 212 Brooksbank Ave, North Vancouver. [email protected]
TABLE MATTERS
Food touches every aspect of our lives and policy plays a big role in how we access it. Enjoy an evening of celebrations, music and discuss how to put the North Shore Food Charter to work at North Vancouver City Hall, 141 W 14th St. Thursday, Oct. 24, 5:15-9 p.m. Register tablematters2013.eventbrite. ca.
ELFIN SADDLES AND WITCHES' BREW
Join Juliet Pendray from the Mycological Society for a forest walk to learn about the many fungi in Lynn Canyon Park Saturday, Oct. 26, 1-2:30 p.m. Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. $8.25. Registration required. 604-990-3755.
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DRIED FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS SALE at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 26 and 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sale of topiaries, wreaths, bouquets and arrangements made from materials gathered in the garden. vandusengarden.org
VANCOUVER MYCOLOGICAL SOCIETY MUSHROOM SHOW at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver Sunday, Oct. 27, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $3. 604-878-9878 [email protected] LIVING FOSSILS A program for families with children ages five to 11 Sunday, Nov. 3, from 10:30 a.m. to noon or 1:30-3 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. $25 per non-member family or $15 per member family. Registration required. 604-718-5898 [email protected]
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. 604-903-4471 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. 604-903-4471 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. Donna, 604-986-9360 or Heather, 604-987-5382 CAPILANO GARDEN CLUB meets the first Monday of each month (except July and August and June is the AGM) at 7:30 p.m. at Canyon Heights Christian Assembly, 4840 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver. New members welcome: $25. Guests: $5. 604-926-2304
COMPOST COACHING Free personalized, at-home support for using the Green Can or backyard composter. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, you're guaranteed to learn something new. Offered by the North Shore Recycling Program on behalf of all three North Shore municipalities. Book appointments at 604-984-9730 coaching. northshorerecycling.ca
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. 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.
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. [email protected] ediblegardenproject.com
THE UPPER LONSDALE GARDEN CLUB meets the 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 welcome. Dianne, 604-980-3025 [email protected]
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. 604-327-8693 greenclub.bc.ca
WEST COAST BONSAI SOCIETY welcomes new members interested in the art of miniature trees. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month, February through November, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Van. 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. $25 per year or $35 for a couple, drop-in, $5. westvangardenclub.com
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