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Give Your Life New Meaning: A free introductory talk about the use of Bach Flower Remedies Monday, Feb. 4, 6: 30-7: 30 p.m. at Whole Foods Market, Park Royal Village, West Vancouver.

Give Your Life New Meaning: A free introductory talk about the use of Bach Flower Remedies Monday, Feb. 4, 6: 30-7: 30 p.m. at Whole Foods Market, Park Royal Village, West Vancouver. Learn about this natural support for life's challenges and stress situations, lacking confidence, fearfulness, anxiousness, burnout and bringing you back into balance. Info: [email protected].

Shred for the Cure: A ladies night in support of the B.C. Cancer Foundation returns to Mount Seymour every Monday night, 5-10 p.m. until March 11 (excluding Feb. 11). Participants can pick up vouchers at the following North Vancouver locations: The Boardroom, 2057 Lonsdale Ave. or North Shore Ski and Board, 1625 Lonsdale Ave. Bring the voucher to guest services and it will be exchanged for a complimentary lift ticket

once a donation is made to the B.C. Cancer Foundation. Info: mountseymour.com/events or 604-986-2261, ext. 2.

The North Shore White Cane Club will hold an Open House Tuesday, Feb. 5, 1-3 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 220 West Eighth St., North Vancouver. All partially sighted and their caregivers are invited. Info: Joan, 604-9852293

Gentle Yoga for Mind, Body and Soul: A relaxing class to learn useful tools to create a home practice Wednesday, Feb. 6, 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: 604-9876959 or northwestvancouver. cmha.bc.ca.

North Shore Grief Recovery: Learn about the grief process and begin healing in a supportive, confidential group environment Wednesdays, Feb. 6-March 13, 7-9 p.m. in the Edgemont Village area. Fee: $120 (subsidies available if necessary). Info, registration and location: 604-6961060 or lmgr.ca.

Winter Sports Injury Prevention: Join physiotherapist Tony Marci and learn how to avoid in-juries Wednesday, Feb. 6, 5: 307: 30 p.m. in the Heritage Room at Cypress Creek Lodge on Cypress Mountain. Common injuries, strengthening exercises, stretches and prevention tips will be covered in this free interactive presentation. Registration: ahamilton@copemanhealthcare. com or 604-707-2273.

Race and Marathon Presentation: Hear the experiences of four "run of the mill" runners who recently completed the Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race and Mount Everest Challenge Marathon Feb. 8, 7-9 p.m. at Jaycee House, 1251 Lillooet Rd., North Vancouver or Feb. 15, 7-9 p.m. at Distance Run-wear, 4800 Main St., Vancouver. A $5 donation is requested at the door to support North Shore Search and Rescue. RSVP: [email protected]. Info: 778241-5610.

Family Day At The Three North Shore Mountains: Cypress Mountain, Grouse Mountain, and Mt. Seymour are each offering a host of family-focused programming over Family Day weekend, Feb. 8-11. From discounted rates to live entertainment, contests and food specials, each resort has organized a full lineup of events. For full details and schedule, visit each of the mountain's websites: cypressmountain.com/family-week-end; grousemountain.com; and mountseymour.com.

Snowshoe Grind Mountain Run at Grouse Mountain: Saturday Feb. 9. Open to snow-shoers of all levels, this fun and social event can test your skills on the trails or just be a leisurely trek with friends, you decide your speed. The route follows the Snowshoe Grind and Dam Mountain loop trails for an overall distance of 5.5 kilome-

tres. Registration opens at 7 a.m. followed by the race at 8: 30 a.m. Cost: $25/$35. Info: grousemountain.com.

Responsiveness to Families Award: The North Shore Schizophrenia Society is now accepting nominations from family members for this newly created award. The award will be given to a health care provider with a proven track record of working together with families of those with a mental illness. Deadline for applications will be Friday, Feb. 15. Nomination criteria and rules: northshoreschizophrenia.org/nominations.htm.

Belly Dancing: From beginner to advanced. Learn the art of this sensual dance while getting a full body workout and having fun. Instructor Pooneh Alizadeh is a professional modern Egyptian and folkloric dance instructor and choreographer. The first class is free. Info: 604-809-2187. Everyone welcome.

Bollywood Workout: Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m. at Harry Jerome Community Centre, 123 East 23rd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $9. Registration: 604-987-7529. Info: shiamak.com.

Compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email information for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to [email protected].