Lawn Sprinking Schedule: Mornings only (4-9 a.m.) watering regulations are in effect until Sept. 30. One hour a week is all that is needed for a healthy lawn. Evennumbered addresses: Monday, Wednesday or Saturday mornings. Oddnumbered addresses: Tuesday, Thursday or Sunday. metrovancouver.org
Solstice and Pie Festival: Join the folks at Loutet Park on the longest day of the year to celebrate the berry festival Saturday, June 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at East 14th and Rufus Ave., North Vancouver. ediblegardenproject.com/blog/2014/06/21/solstice-piefestival/
Vegetable Gardening Course: A guest nutritionist will speak about the value of whole foods and organics Tuesday, June 24, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Cultivate Sharing Garden, 644 Queensbury Ave., North Vancouver. cultivateprojects.com/events/vegetablegardening-course/
Gardens, Community and You: Join Courtenay Fraitzl, District of North Vancouver's community beautification co-ordinator, to hear about what's happening in your community Wednesday, June 25, 7-8 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Registration required. 604-987-4471 x8175 nvdpl.ca
Winter Gardening: Growing Food Through A West Coast Winter: This workshop will include preparing your garden for winter crops, choosing your varieties, managing the winter climate, challenges of light, wind and temperature, season extension techniques, and how to plan for a productive winter garden Thursday, June 26, 7-8:30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3363 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Registration required. $8.25. Space is limited. 604-990-3755 eventbrite.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
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. 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. 604-327-8693 greenclub.bc.ca
Compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email info for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to [email protected].
