NOTICES
North Shore Kidney Run: The fourth annual run to help promote organ donor awareness and raise funds will take place Sunday, Sept. 23, 8 a.m. at Ambleside Park, West Van-couver. The event will include options for walkers and fun runners, either as individual participants, or as members of teams. Info: www.northshorekidneyrun.ca.
Swirl: Wild Woman Workouts' next movement series will hold classes relating to energy Sun-days until Nov. 4, 11: 30 a.m.-1 p.m. at OneDance Creative Arts Centre, 286 Pemberton Ave., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $20. Info: www.studiowild.ca or 604-771-5683.
The Art of Push Hands and Internal Energy: Grand Master Shou-Yu Liang, a world leader in qigong, wushu and taijiquan, will hold workshops Sept. 24 and Oct. 1 at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Fee: $50 for both nights. Registration required: taichispirit@shaw. ca or purchase a ticket from the church office.
Aching for a Good Night's Sleep: A workshop on assessing and improving sleep for well-being Tuesday, Sept. 25, 7-8: 45 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration: 604714-5550.
Community Weight Loss Challenge: A weight loss club that advises proper nutrition and exercise will meet in the Lions Gate Hospital area for a six-week program Wednesdays, 7 p.m. starting Sept. 26. Fee: $35. Info and exact location: Marilyn, 604-988-8665.
Seniors at Housing Risk: Learn how to help those you know who are 55+ and are at housing risk Wednesday, Sept. 26, 7 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Presented by the Canadian Mental Health Association. Admission by donation. Info: 6049876959, ext. 232 or www.northwestvancouver.cmha.bc.ca.
The Art of Healthy Living: A series of workshops will run Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Schedule: Sept. 27, Longevity: The Power of Healthy Living; Oct. 4, Seeing With Your Heart; Oct. 11, Celebrating the Goddess in Every Woman; Oct. 18, Tibetan Singing Bowls; and, Oct. 25, The Lure of Addictions. Fee: $15 per class. Registration: 604-925-7270. Info: 604-925-7290 or www. ferrybuildinggallery.com.
Cancer Coaching: A free community education series on cancer prevention and adjunctive treatment Fridays, Sept. 28-Oct. 12, 6-9 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Info: www.cancerwipeout.com.
Life Journaling for Family Caregivers: Explore your story through words Friday, Sept. 28 and Oct. 5, 1-4 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. This free two-part workshop explores a number of themes including what moves you to write, how to begin writing and how to express your feelings and ideas. Registration: 604-982-3320 or karyn. [email protected].
Couples Group Therapy: A free program for couples who are experiencing communication difficulties in their relationship Tuesdays, Oct. 2-Nov. 20, 6: 30-8: 30 p.m. at Family Services of the North Shore, 101-255 West First St., North Vancouver. Registration: 604-988-5281, ext. 202. Info: www. familyservices.bc.ca.
Mobile Blood Donation Clinics will take place every second Wednesday, Oct. 3, 17, 31, Nov. 14 and 28, 1-8 p.m. and every fourth Saturday, Oct. 13 and Nov. 10, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at North Lonsdale United Church, 3380 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www. blood.ca.
SPORTS, FITNESS AND HEALTH Hiking club for women 50 years and older meets every Tuesday, time and location arranged on Monday. Good physical condition is required to enjoy a scenic, invigorating day. For more information, phone Renata at 604-929-4694. Health Walks: Explore the North Shore outdoors and other parts of the Lower Mainland, guided by volunteers. Walks are free. Info: www.greenclub.bc.ca.
- compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email information for your nonprofit, by donation or nominal fee event to [email protected].
