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Community Prayer Service: Lynn Valley United Church will throw open its doors to the community for those who want or need a time of group prayer Fridays, 11 a.m-12:30 p.m. at 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. This will be a silent retreat with no religious affiliation required. Free.
Joyful Chakra Yoga Classes: All are welcome to de-stress, relax, improve flexibility and create new energy from within Saturdays, 7:45-8:45 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Bring a mat and water bottle. Drop-in fee: $4. Info: Andrea, 604-761-1474.
Summer Smash: A men's and women's doubles tennis tournament will take place Aug. 11-17, weekends from noon to 6 p.m. and weekdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at the North Shore Winter Club, 1325 East Keith Rd., North Vancouver. Info: nswc.ca or tennisbc.org.
Backcountry 101: A free clinic dedicated to packing for an overnight hiking trip Mondays, Aug. 12, 19 or 26, 6-7:30 p.m. at Mountain Equipment Co-op, 212 Brooksbank Ave., North Vancouver. Registration required: events.mec.ca.
Paddle Sport Race Series: Competitive and noncompetitive, novice to experienced paddlers are invited to paddle any type of craft Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in Deep Cove, North Vancouver. Check-in begins at 6 p.m. with a warm-up at 6:30 p.m. Schedule: Aug. 13, Maple Beach Solo Multi-Sport No. 3; Aug. 20, Jug Island Time Trial No. 2.; Aug. 27, Cascadia No-Cup Doubles Championships. Entry fee: $5. Registration required: 604-929-2268 or tuesdaynightracing.com.
