Teen Book Crush: Grades 7 and up are invited to recommend a book they love for a chance to win prizes. Pick up an entry form at the second-floor information desk of North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Prize draw will take place Saturday, Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. nvcl.ca
YOUth North Shore Multicultural Society will offer an afterschool program for immigrant youth in grades 4-7 Mondays until March 2, 3:15-5 p.m. at Queen Mary elementary, 230 West Keith Rd., North Vancouver. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences, learn life skills, build personal development and create friendships. Must be a permanent resident. Registration required. 604-988-2931 [email protected]
Book Buddies: A one-on-one reading mentoring program for children aged six to 11 Tuesdays until March 3, 3:45-6 p.m. at Capilano Library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Free, registration required. To register call 604-987-4471, x. 8175.
Lego Robotics Workshop: For grades 5-7, work in small groups and learn from teen volunteers how to make a motorized Lego robot and program it to follow commands, four Tuesdays until March 3, 4-5:30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Register at the children’s information desk; preference is given to tweens who have not yet taken the program. nvcl.ca, 604-998-3450
Red Cedar Book Club: Students in grades 4 to 7 have the opportunity to choose who wins BC’s Red Cedar Book Award by reading fiction and non-fiction books that have been nominated and voting for their favorites. The club meets twice a month to discuss nominated titles, conduct experiments and more Thursdays, Feb. 19, March 5, 19, 26, April 2, 16 and 30, 3:45-4:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., to register call 604-984-0286, x. 8141; Capilano Library, 3048 Highland Blvd., register at 604-987-4471, x. 8175; and Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court, register at 604-929-3727, x. 8166. redcedaraward.ca
Pajama Storytime: Bring a teddy bear and wear pajamas for a fun evening of stories and songs by the fireplace Thursday, Feb. 12, 6:45-7:15 p.m. at Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. No registration required. ndvpl.ca
Leap therapy for kids preschool screening clinic: For those with questions or concerns regarding gross motor, fine motor or speech sound development in children aged three to five Friday, Feb. 13, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at 1093 Roosevelt Cresc., North Vancouver. Free. For more information call 604-770-0101 or visit leaptherapy.ca
Family Movies at the Library: The Lady and the Tramp will be screened Saturday, Feb. 14, 2:30-4 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Free; registration required. 604-929-3727 x8166 nvdpl.ca
Read-to-a-child day storytime: Celebrate Read-to-a-Child Day with songs, stories and a simple bookmark craft Saturday, Feb. 14, 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., Capilano Library, 3045 Highland Blvd.; and Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court. No registration required.
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Creative writing workshop: For kids aged eight to 12, join author Kallie George for a fun, inspiring creative writing workshop Tuesday, Mar. 10, 2-3 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required and begins online at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16. westvanlibrary.ca
Fun with scratch! Introduction to computer programming: For ages nine to 13, learn how programming language differs from everyday language using the Raspberry Pi, then use the knowledge to create animations Tuesdays, Mar. 10 and 17, 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required and begins online at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16. Please register each child separately. westvanlibrary.ca
Lights, camera, action! Fun with Imovie: For ages eight and up, be in front of the camera or behind the scenes to create an exciting movie trailer using iMovie Thursday, Mar. 12, 2:30-4 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required and begins online at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16. westvanlibrary.ca
Creative Café for Teens: Grades 7 and up are invited to share their art interests and enjoy conversation with university student art mentors Tuesday, Feb. 17 and March 3, 5-6 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Register at nvcl.ca
Empowerment girl talks: A series of interactive workshops covering a variety of topics to educate, empower and inspire Tuesdays, Feb. 17, March 24, April 14 and May 12 from 4-6 p.m. at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. Feb. 17 topics will be From Imagination to Innovation and Stand Up, Speak Out and Lead. Admission is free and includes snacks, beverages, raffles and gifts. To register or for more information call 778-847-5625 or email [email protected].
Empowerment girl talks: A series of interactive workshops covering a variety of topics to educate, empower and inspire Thursdays, Feb. 19, March 26, April 16 amd May 14 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Feb. 19 topics will be From Imagination to Innovation and StressBusters. Admission is free and includes snacks, beverages, raffles and gifts. To register or for more information call 778-847-5625 or email [email protected].
Tween advisory group: For Grades 5-7, chat about favorite books and graphic novels, share ideas and plan for cool events in the library Thursday, Feb. 19, 4-5:30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Register at nvcl.ca or in person at the children’s information desk.
Storytime at Lonsdale Quay Market: Author Guillermo Serrano will read stories to children Saturdays, Feb. 21, 28 and every Saturday in March, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver. lonsdalequay.com
North Shore music festival and workshops: Hosted by the NS Registered Music Teachers, the festival takes place from Feb. 21 to Mar. 6 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1110 Gladwin Dr., North Vancouver. Classes: Saturday, Feb. 21 to Monday, Mar. 2, free admission. Three final concerts are Wednesday, Mar. 4, 7 p.m.; Thursday, Mar. 5 and Friday, Mar. 6. Admission to concerts $5/$10. For more information on kids’ workshops and classes, call Alice at 604-987-1067. Please do not phone the church.
Create your own ebook: Join in for a special three-session program, for youth ages 10 and up, on creating an ebook Saturday, Feb. 21, 28 and March 7, 2:30-4:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. For more individualized feedback at the first session workshop, please submit writing to [email protected] by Feb. 14. This is a pilot program and space is limited. Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. To register call 604-984-0286, x. 8141
Teen Advisory Group: Grades 8-12 are invited to have a say in what teen services should be offered at the library Wednesdays, Feb. 25, March 25 and April 29, 6-7 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. There will also be activities such as watching movies, making buttons, buying books and more. Free; no registration required. 604-990-5800 x8118 [email protected]
Wednesdays
103 Air Cadet Squadron: Open to youth ages 12-19, cadets meet Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Register at any meeting. 604-987-8818
105 Royal Canadian Sea Cadets Corps Lonsdale meets Wednesdays, 6:45-9 p.m. at 1555 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. This free program introduces youth ages 12-18 to the naval and maritime environment by participating in a variety of activities on and off the water. New members welcome. sites.google.com/site/rcscclonsdale/home
BabyTales: Free drop-in storytime for newborns to 24 months Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. and 2:15-2:45 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
Crafts Funtastic: Children ages six to 12 can discover the wonderful world of art with creative activities; including painting, sponging, drawing, collage and more on Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. $3. 604-982-8300 jbcc.ca
Family Storytime: A free drop-in program of stories, songs, finger plays and rhymes for the whole family Wednesdays, 1:30-2 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
Family Storytime: A drop-in program for ages four-eight Wednesdays, 7-7:45 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. nvcl.ca
Gleneagles Storytime: A free drop-in program for families with children ranging in age from newborn to six Wednesdays, 10-10:30 a.m. at Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
Imagination Storytime: A free drop-in program for children ages one-five every Wednesday, 10-10:30 a.m. at Active Baby, Capilano Mall, North Vancouver. 604-986-8977
North Shore Celtic Ensemble: Children ages nine to 17 with at least two years experience of violin and an interest in Celtic music, are invited to play in a lively ensemble. Rehearsals take place Wednesday evenings at Handsworth school, 1044 Edgewood Rd., North Vancouver. [email protected] nsce.ca
Parent and Tot Gym: Open gym time for children ages one-five, Wednesdays, 1-2:15 p.m. at Ron Andrews Community Centre, 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. Parent participation and supervision is required. $1.
Shout It Out: A choir for kids ages five-12 meets Wednesdays, 3:45-4:45 p.m. at Mount Seymour United Church, 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. The group welcomes any child who has an interest in having fun through music.mtseymourunited.com
Talk to you now: Gain leadership and facilitation skills, put ideas into action and practise your English if you are a newcomer the first and third Wednesday of the month during the school year, 4-5:30 at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Register at nvcl.ca.
Teen book club: Talk about favourite books with other teens and vote on what to read, the last Wednesdays of each month 3:30-5 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. For Grades 7 and up, books will be provided. Pre-register at nvcl.ca. Drop-in okay if there’s space.
ToddleTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages 24-36 months Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
Toddlers Storytime: A drop-in program for ages two-three Wednesdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. nvcl.ca
Young Mothers Program: For mothers 24 years old and under, Wednesdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver.
Youth Yoga: A drop-in class specifically for teens Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. This classical form of yoga postures and breathing will help revitalize the body both physically and mentally. $4. 604-761-1474
Thursdays
Babies Storytime: A free drop-in program for newborns to age two Thursdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. nvcl.ca
BabyTales: A free drop-in storytime for newborns to 24 months Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
Babytimes: Free drop-in program for newborns to 12 months (pre-walkers) of songs, rhymes and finger plays Thursdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
Babytimes: Free drop-in program for ages 12-23 months of songs, bounces, action rhymes and very short stories Thursdays, 11-11:30 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
CAP Kodaly Orff Music For Children: Book a free trial class for your baby or toddler Tuesday mornings at St. Catherine’s Church or Thursday mornings at West Vancouver Community Centre. Call Capilano Community Music School at 604-984-4901 for details and to book your space.
City library’s storytime at JBCC: A drop-in program for newborns to age two Thursdays, 10-10:30 a.m. and for ages two-four 10:30-11 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 W. 1st St., North Vancouver. nvcl.ca
Gleneagles storytime: Free drop-in storytime for newborns to age six Thursdays, 9:30-10 a.m. at Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
Lego robotics club: For Grades 5 and up, work in a group to brainstorm ideas, create a LEGO robot and program it to follow commands Thursdays during the school year, 4-5:30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. For those in Grades 5-7, it is a prerequisite to have taken a LEGO robotics workshop. Register at nvcl.ca
Pacific Spirit Children’s Choir invites kids ages five to 18 to their new season. Rehearsals take place Thursdays, 5-6:20 p.m. at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. Gerald van Wyck, music director, 604-808-5231 pschildrenschoir.ca
Parent and Tot Gym: Drop-in gym for kids ages one month-five years Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. $1. 604-982-8300 jbcc.ca
Pemberton Heights Mums’ Group meets the second Thursday evening of each month at different members’ homes. Shauna, 604-984-4434 [email protected]
StoryTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages three to five Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
StoryTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages three to five Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. and 11:15-11:45 a.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
Fridays
After-school Sports: Children ages eight to 13 can play a variety of sports Fridays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. $1. 604-982-8300 jbcc.ca
Family fun time: Drop in for open room games, music and general play time Fridays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Capilano Library, 3045 Highland Blvd. Free, no registration required.
Kids Night Out: Arts, crafts, gym-time and a movie, Fridays, 6:45-9:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley Community Centre, 3590 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. For kids ages three-12. $9.50. 604-987-7529
StoryTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages three to five Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
Storytime Fun: Free drop-in storytime program for ages three-five Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
Table Tennis: Drop-in program for all ages, Fridays, 4-5:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. $2.
Teen gaming: Drop into The Room and play your favourite E- or T- rated Wii or PS3 game Fridays 4-5:30 p.m. during the school year, at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. For Grades 7 and up.
Treetop Tales: A program of seasonal songs, rhymes and stories with a nature theme designed for children ages two and older (accompanied by an adult), on the first and third Friday of every month, 11 a.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in by a suggested donation of $2. 604-990-3755 lynncanyonecologycentre.ca
Saturdays
Family Storytime: A free drop-in program of stories, songs, finger plays and rhymes for the whole family Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to noon at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
Lego club: For ages five and up. Takes place the second and fourth Saturdays of every month from 2 to 2:45 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 W. 14th St. nvcl.ca
Parent and Tot Gym: Drop-in gym for kids ages one month-five years, Saturdays, 9:15-11:15 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. $1. 604-982-8300 jbcc.ca
Scottish Country Dancing: Every Saturday at Mickey McDougall gym, 123 East 23rd St., North Vancouver. Beginners, 9-10 a.m.; intermediate, 10-11 a.m. and advanced, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 604-922-4406 [email protected]
Storytime with Carol: Indigo Park Royal presents Carol Healy with stories for all ages every Saturday, 11 a.m. at the Park Royal Shopping Centre south mall location. 604-922-3222
Youth Drop-In: High school aged kids are invited to hang out and play music, video games and air hockey the first and third Saturday of the month, 7-9 p.m. at Lynn Valley United Church, 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. Drop-in by a suggested donation of $2-$5.
Sundays
Fun in French: A free program of stories, songs and more in French for ages three-eight Sundays, 1:30-2 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
Sunday Family Funday: Play with games and toys, create art or run in the gym Sundays, 1-4 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. $3/$1. 604-982-8300 jbcc.ca
Mondays
A Capella Chorus: Choirs for children ages eight-12 and youth 13-18 are looking for new members. Learn animal themed songs, raise money for the SPCA, perform outreach concerts for the elderly and make recordings. The children’s choir rehearses 4-5 p.m. and the youth choir rehearses 5-6:15 p.m. on Mondays at St. Andrew’s United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. $45 per month. [email protected] acapellachorus.com
Book Buddies: A volunteer program for children in Grades 1-8 and their parents to read to cats Monday through Friday, 3-4 p.m. at the West Vancouver SPCA shelter, 1020 Marine Dr. Staff are also accepting donations of gently used books. 604-922-4622
Family Place: Drop-in for children under five and their caregivers, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon at the West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Drive. $3. 604-925-7141
French for Fun: A drop-in storytime program for ages three-five Mondays, 9:30-10 a.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. nvcl.ca
Homework help: Youth can drop in and get help from teen volunteers oe use The Room as a quiet study space, Mondays 4-5:30 p.m. during the school year, excluding school breaks and holidays at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. For Grades 5 and up. Computer workstations with internet are available.
North Vancouver Youth Band is looking for new members at all levels. Practices are held Monday-Thursday. 604-980-5823
Open Door: A support group for single mothers of preschool-age children, with free child care and workshops, meets Mondays, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at 870 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Lunch will be served. 604-985-1122 x28
Storyhouse family drop-in: Families with children ages six and under are invited to come and celebrate learning in a fun, relaxed environment Mondays, 12:45-2:45 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Led by a qualified early childhood educator. westvanlibrary.ca
The WayCup Cafe: Activities for kids ages 15-19, including movies, games, dancing, food and more, every Monday, 7-9 p.m., at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. 778-389-3357 wayaware.com
Tuesdays
525 Pathfinder Air Cadet Squadron Youth ages 12-18 meet every Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Anthony’s school, 595 Keith Rd., West Vancouver. 604-925-4434 525aircadets.org
2573 6 Engineer Squadron Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps meet Tuesdays, 6:15-9:15 p.m. at the Lt. Col. J.P. Fell Armoury, 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. For ages 12-18. 604-666-6222 northshorearmycadets.com
BabyTales: Free drop-in storytime for newborns to 24 months Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
Capilano Youth Orchestra welcomes new players ages five to 25. Practices are held on Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15 p.m. for junior strings, 5:30-7 p.m. for intermediate orchestra and 7:15-9:45 for senior orchestra at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1110 Gladwin Dr., North Vancouver. 604-988-8818 [email protected]
Cap Kodaly Orff Music for Children: Book a free trial class for your baby or toddler Tuesday mornings at St. Catherine’s Church or Thursday mornings at West Vancouver Community Centre. Call Capilano Community Music School at 604-984-4901 for details and to book your space.
Playday at Delbrook: A parent and tot facilitator-led social time Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Activities include craft projects, playtime with equipment, storytime and sing-alongs. $3. 604-987-7529 northvanrec.com
Tales for Twos: Free drop-in program for two-year-olds of rhymes, songs, finger plays and short stories Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7408 westvanlibrary.ca
ToddleTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages 24-36 months Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
ToddleTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages 24-36 months Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. nvdpl.ca
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