Book Buddies Children ages six-12 will play literacy games and practice their reading skills with teen volunteers Saturdays until Aug. 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Snacks will be provided. Registration required.
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Readers theatre camp Children ages eight and up who love performing and stories are invited to attend this camp every Wednesday in August, 2-4 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Free. Registration required, space limited. 604-987-4471 x8175 nvdpl.ca
Storytime All ages are invited for an outdoor storytime (weather permitting) Wednesday, Aug. 27, 10:30-11 a.m. at John Lawson Park, West Vancouver. westvanlibrary.ca
Hot Summer Nights Chill out with the West Vancouver Fire Department from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 28, Horseshoe Bay Park (weather permitting). Ask the crew questions, check out the fire trucks and equipment, try some hands-on activities and more. Kids may want to bring a change of clothes as there will be lots of fun with water.
Babysitting in a Day The last class of the season of an interactive and fun course that teaches youth ages 11-15 the business of babysitting Aug. 29, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Learn the responsibilities of a babysitter, how to get along and care for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children, and how to handle emergencies and provide basic first aid. $55 - includes the Canadian Red Cross babysitter's manual, babysitter wallet card and babysitter wall certificate. 604-988-8835 [email protected]
Imagine and Explore - Dino Plants Children ages three to six, accompanied by an adult, will learn about ferns, the dinosaurs of the plant world Saturday, Aug. 30 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. $8.25. Registration: 604-990-3755 montroyal fire hall storytime Join us for stories and songs Saturday, Aug. 30 from 10:30-11:30 a.m., 550 Montroyal Blvd., North Vancouver. Meet real firefighters and see fire trucks up close. Recommended for kids ages four to seven. Free. Registration required. 604-987-4471 x8175
music in the park Take in jazz, folk, blues, country, gypsy and Celtic swing Monday, Sept. 1 from noon to 5 p.m. at Capilano River Regional Park. The event includes free activities for kids. Bring a lawnchair and picnic lunch. For all ages, free. 604-432-6359, metrovancouver.org
properties family hub book club and app club For ages eight to 12. In the Book Club, kids learn, laugh and share together while discussing books and making friends. The App Club allows kids to make new discoveries using a variety of tablets and apps. Registration begins Sept. 2. westvanlibrary.ca
Paws 4 stories Kids ages six to 12 with reading challenges can practise their oral reading skills by reading with a certified Paws 4 Stories therapy dog. Sessions are 20 minutes. Kids must be able to read some English on their own. Registration begins Sept. 2. Sessions for three Wednesdays beginning Oct. 1. westvanlibrary.ca
Compiled by Debbie Caldwell
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