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March seniors event listings

Seniors’ Tennis Association of the North Shore: Players 55+ are invited to play tennis Mondays-Fridays, April-October from 8 a.m. to noon at various public courts on the North Shore. Annual fee: $20. seniorstennis.ca nsseniors@gmail.
Seniors

Seniors’ Tennis Association of the North Shore: Players 55+ are invited to play tennis Mondays-Fridays, April-October from 8 a.m. to noon at various public courts on the North Shore. Annual fee: $20. seniorstennis.ca nsseniors@gmail.com

Throwback Thursday Dance and Social Club: An afternoon of mingling and dancing with live house band Triple Bypass every Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Non-members drop-in $5/members free. 604-983-6350 myparkgate.com

Seniors Gathering: A free drop-in program for an informal get-together and chat from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. At the March 10 meeting Expedia Cruise Ship Centres will give a presentation with ideas on travelling safely and cheaply. 604-998-3460 nvcl.ca

Helping Mature Adults Live Independently at Home: A presentation describing how Philips Lifeline helps those who are living alone and are vulnerable to falls live with independence, confidence and dignity in their homes Tuesday, March 24, 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. There will be a demonstration of the equipment as well as a question and answer session. Registration required. 604-987-4471 x8175 nvdpl.ca

Arts, Crafts, Music & Entertainment

Acoustic Jam: Bring your instrument and join in Mondays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Arts and Crafts: Bring your projects and enjoy the company of other crafters Mondays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Bazaar Group: Help make craft sales a success, Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free, materials provided. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Choir: A mixed choir that entertains at the centre and for outside groups practises Fridays from 9:45 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $28 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Craft Group: Experienced knitters are wanted to make things for the centre to raise funds Wednesdays, 10 a.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Creative Crafts: Learn new projects and create quality items for Silver Harbour’s craft sales Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free. Materials provided. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

The Deep Cove Old Time Jazz Band needs senior musicians to fill in for their performances when regular players are on vacation. Practices take place on Mondays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Lions Court, 936 Bowron Court, North Vancouver. Wilf Fawcett, 604-929-6191 wmfawcet@telus.net

Dressmaking: Instruction on all aspects of sewing, including tailoring, cutting and fitting, Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Sewing machines and sergers available, but bring your own materials. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Dundarave Players Musicians, competent in reading music and playing piano, accordion, harmonica, violin or another musical instrument are invited to make some noise every Friday, 9-10:30 a.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Knit and Crochet: Volunteers All skill levels are invited to work on fundraising sale projects Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free. Materials provided. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Knitting Instruction: Learn knitting with an excellent instructor and the basic materials provided to start Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. A class will be scheduled once enough interested participants are signed up. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Movies: Free screenings, including popcorn Fridays, 1-3:30 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. 604-983-6350 myparkgate.com

Music Group: Bring your instrument and play in a variety of keys and styles, and possibly play in the community Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. Coffee, tea and cookies provided. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Music Jam: Join this friendly group of musicians for their weekly jam sessions Fridays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Participate in singing and dancing or just sit back and enjoy the music. $2. 604-982-8300

Oil Painting: Instruction in a studio atmosphere Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Participants must have basic drawing skills and bring their own materials. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre.com

Open Painting Studio: Experienced participants work independently, with an instructor available for occasional help Fridays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. All mediums. $2 per drop-in fee. 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre.com

Paper Tole Studio: Learn how to create dimensional pictures or bring your current project Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Pottery: Hand building wheel work, low and high fire Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season, plus the cost of materials. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Quilters’ Rendezvous: Bring your own projects to work on with fellow quilters, Wednesdays, noon-3 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $3. 604-983-6362 kshubert@myparkgate.com

Quilting: A volunteer group that makes large raffle quilts and small projects all year round Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Quilting Bee: A free workshop where you quilt for the centre, Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Seniors Acting Up: A cabaret group that performs at seniors facilities twice a month rehearses Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season. Joan, 604-325-1857 thegypsy@telus.net

Sewing Social: Bring your sewing machine and complete your projects, including quilts, in the company of others Thursdays, noon-3:30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. Coffee, tea and cookies provided. 604-987-4923

Silk Painting: Students of all levels will learn salt and resist techniques to make cards, scarves and yardage Mondays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season and pay as you go for materials. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Singing Social: A casual singing group, no experience is necessary, Mondays, 10-11 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. Coffee, tea and cookies provided. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Stained Glass: All levels are welcome, Fridays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season, plus the cost of materials. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Stamp Club: The first and third Thursdays of the month, 12:30-3 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Stamp Club: The North Shore Stamp Club meets every other Monday at 6:30 p.m. at The Summerhill, 135 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Collectors of all levels are welcome. John Thomson, 604-984-3360

Stamp Club: Welcomes stamp collectors and donations of stamps, the second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. Coffee, tea and cookies provided. Archie, 604-988-4956

Tapestry Weaving: Taught by a skilled and knowlegeable instructor Tuesdays, time varies, at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. 604-980-2474, silverharbourcentre.com

Watercolour — Beginners and Advanced: Brush-up on the basic techniques of watercolour painting with a review that will include flat and graded washes, wet on wet, dry brush, scraping and resisting Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Watercolour Painting: All levels are welcome to learn watercolour techniques, Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Weaving: Beginners welcome to learn new techniques Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Whittling/Woodcarving: All levels welcome, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season. Wood and patterns supplied. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Woodworking Shop: Tuesdays-Fridays at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Call for times: 604-980-2474. Shop use by donation. silverharbourcentre.com
Dance

Daytime Dance: A ballroom dance group Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $20 per season or $2 drop-in. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Line Dancing: No partner required for these fun dance routines Fridays: beginner, 1-2 p.m.; intermediate, 2-3 p.m.; and advanced, 3-4 p.m., at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $48 for 12 classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Live Band Dance: Dance on one of the best dance floors on the North Shore the last Thursday of the month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Members, singles and non-members are welcome to attend. $12. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Scottish Country Dancing: Beginner and intermediate classes, Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. 604-922-4406 delbrookdancers@yahoo.ca

Scottish Country Dancing: Learn steps and keep fit too Wednesdays, 1-2:30 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Education & Technology

Computer Assistance with Youth Volunteer: Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Registration required. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Computer Club: Learn how to find free programs, solve problems and look up interesting topics on the web Mondays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $45 September-August; $30 January-August. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Computer Flight Simulation: Drop in and fly a Boeing 747 or some other aircraft on a computer the second and fourth Friday of each month, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. $2.25. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Chinese Seniors’ Group: A Mandarin and Cantonese speaking group that meets for ESL class followed by tai chi practise at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Rosanna, 604-988-2931

Farsi Seniors’ Group: A Farsi speaking group that meets Thursdays, 10 a.m.-noon to socialize and practise speaking English at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Intermediate Spanish for Travellers: Emphasis on expanding vocabulary and conversation Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season plus workbook. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Mandarin Conversation — Beginners: Learn a new language from an experienced instructor Tuesdays, 1:30-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Mandarin Conversation — Intermediate: Instruction for those with previous experience with Mandarin Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Spanish — Beginners: Written work and conversation Mondays, 1-2:30 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season plus workbook. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Spanish III: Conversation and written work for advanced beginners level Mondays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $20 per season plus workbook. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Tech Club: Share your knowledge and learn from others about cell phones, cameras, tablets, iPads, laptops, Windows 7 and 8 and photo editing the second Wednesday of each month, 9-11 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Tech Training: Technical support for iPads, tablets, Windows 7/8 and smart phones Tuesdays and Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. and Thursdays 10-11 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Beginners to experts welcome. One-on-one tutoring with local high school students and adults available. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Social Groups & Outings

Book Club: Read and discuss a wide variety of books on the first Wednesday of the month, 1-2 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. Coffee, tea and cookies provided. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Book Club: First Monday of the month, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Registration required. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Circle of Friendship: For women 50+ offering companionship, discussions, guest speakers, caring, sharing and more, Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2 for members/$3 for non-members. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Coffee Talk: Mondays, 11 a.m.-noon at West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Free. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Community Kitchen: Lunch Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. $6 for non-members/$5 for members. 604-983-6350 myparkgate.com

Coronation Street Chat: The last Sunday of the month, 12:30-2:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Current Conversations: A lively gathering that will include stimulating conversation, new ideas, laughter and an opportunity to reconnect with old friends or make new ones Fridays, 1:30-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Seniors’ Activity Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be served. $3. 604-980-2474

Diner’s Club: Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. A shuttle bus is available for Lions Manor, Roche Point Towers, Bowron Court and Atrium. $6. Andrea at VCH, 604-904-6483.

Farsi Seniors’ Gathering: Fridays, 3-6 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Registration required. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Formerly Married Club: A social group for formerly married men and women 55 years and older meets the first Tuesday of every month, 7:30 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Weekly events are planned by committees and include dining, barbecues, theatre, games, dancing, tours, golf and more. 604-922-5839 604-986-8590

Friendly Fridays: An informal group that meets Fridays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. There is coffee and conversation as participants work on their own knit, crochet or other small projects. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Lower Lonsdale Seniors is looking for new members. The group meets the first Monday of each month for a potluck lunch and social at noon at the Twin Towers, 172 East Second St., North Vancouver. Bring a dish or pay $4. 604-985-4021

Lunch and Bridge: Tuesdays from noon to 3 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Lunch and Games: Wednesdays from noon to 3 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Mix It Up Mornings: A weekly change of programs Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Registration required. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Munch and Mingle: A soup and sandwich lunch every Wednesday at noon at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. $4. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Seniors Gathering: A free drop-in program for an informal get together and chat from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. 604-998-3460 nvcl.ca

Seniors’ Hub Coffee Mates: A lively, interesting group of seniors meets for coffee every Wednesday, 1:30 p.m. at Brazza, 1846 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Everyone is welcome. 604-988-7115

Seymour Access Bus: A free bus for seniors east of the Seymour River who have limited access to transportation or limited mobility runs every Friday, 11:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Pick up/drop off from participants’ homes to Lynn Valley Shopping Centre and back home. Jennifer Dibnah, 604-983-6354

A shuttle bus is available to take seniors from the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. to Park Royal and Dundarave. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Spanish Social Conversation Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon at West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. $2. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Sports, Recreation, Games, Fitness & Health

Bingo: Fridays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Kiwanis Lynn Manor, 2555 Whiteley Court, North Vancouver. Enter by side door. Three cards for $1. 604-971-1327

Bingo: Open to the public Mondays, 1-3:30 p.m. and Thursdays, 1-4 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Bridge: Four groups to choose from at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Social bridge, Mondays, 12:40-4 p.m. Drop-in fee: $3. Low-key bridge, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. Drop-in fee: $2. Supervised bridge, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Drop-in fee: $2. Duplicate bridge, Fridays, 12:30-4 p.m. Drop-in fee: $3. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Bridge Social: Mondays, 12:15-3 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2.50. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Canasta Club: Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. at West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Chair Exercise: Mondays, 10-11 a.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Registration required. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Chair Stretch: Slow and gentle stretches while sitting on a chair for balance Mondays 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Chair Exercise Classes: A free drop-in program Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. at St. Martin’s Anglican Church, 195 East Windsor Rd., North Vancouver. The class is low-impact concentrating on balance, stability and core strength for fall prevention. There will also be work on upper and lower body strength with a cardiovascular component. Following the class there will be a healthy snack and an opportunity to socialize. Registration: Beverley, 604-988-1410

Chair Yoga: Fridays, 9:30-10:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Registration required. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Chair Yoga: For ages 55+ every Friday, 9:45-10:45 a.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. First class is free. Drop-in: $10. 604-983-6350

Chair Yoga: Gain the benefits of yoga without getting on the floor Mondays, 10-11:15 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver.$52 for eight classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Chess: A mental workout with instruction for beginners Mondays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Contract Bridge: Modified Chicago-style bridge for experienced players, Mondays-Thursdays, 12:30-3 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-983-6362 kshubert@myparkgate.com

Core, Strength and Balance: A drop-in program Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. This total body workout is designed for those who are 50 plus. The first part of the class includes a workout for strengthening the core, body and brain. The second part of the class is designed to improve posture, balance and coordination as well as functional ability. $6.25/$4.70. 604-982-8331

Cribbage: All abilities are welcome to drop in Tuesdays, 1:15-3:15 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. $2.25. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Cribbage: Play for prizes Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $3. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Duplicate Bridge: A competitive program without master points for advanced players, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:45-4 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-983-6362 kshubert@myparkgate.com

Flexibly Fit: Improve range of motion while gaining increased flexibility Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $72 for eight classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Gentle Yoga: A hatha yoga class that combines breathing awareness with gentle movement Mondays, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $7/$6. 604-982-8326

Get Up and Go: Specially designed for seniors with balance and mobility impairments, this class will help to improve strength, balance and co-ordination Tuesdays, 2:15-3:15 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $72 for eight classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Hearing and Blood Pressure Checks: The first Tuesday of every month from 11 a.m. to noon at The Summerhill Retirement Residence, 135 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Free. 604-980-6525

Heart and Stroke Walking Club: Mondays and Thursdays at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Call for current schedule as it depends on the season. 604-983-6350 janetkemper@shaw.ca

Hiking: Tuesdays throughout the year and Thursdays, May-October from the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Tuesday hikes are four to five hours and eight-14 kilometres and Thursday hikes are six-nine hours and 12-25 km. $12. 604-925-7280

Jointworks Plus: An exercise program designed for people with arthritis Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $144 for 16 classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Jointworks II: Tuesdays 1-2 p.m. and Thursdays, 9:45-10:45 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $144 for 16 classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Keep Well: Exercise to music followed by blood pressure checks, massages, nutrition counselling and medication awareness, Wednesdays, 9:30-11:15 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free or by donation. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Lynn Valley Seniors Walking Group: Join this advanced group that walks the network of trails on the North Shore rain or shine Wednesdays at 9:45 a.m. Contact Mollie Nye House for details. 604-987-5820

Mahjong: Mondays and Thursdays, 3-5 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

MahJong: An ancient Chinese game similar to gin rummy Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

MahJong: Learn how to play mahjong Mondays, 1-3:30 p.m.at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Memory Games: A program for the body, balance and brain every Monday, 1-3 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. $7. 604-982-8330.

Minds in Motion: A fitness and social program for people with early-stage Alzheimer’s and a care partner hosted by Alzheimer Society of B.C. Fridays, 9:15-11:15 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. $24 per couple for four weeks. 604-987-5820

North Shore Keep Well: Exercise for one hour followed by refreshments, blood pressure checks, massages, reflexology and guest speakers Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-983-6350 myparkgate.com

Norwest Men’s Curling Club is looking for new recruits. They curl from October to March on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:45-3:15 p.m. at the North Shore Winter Club, 1325 East Keith Rd., North Vancouver. No experience is required and instruction is provided where necessary. 604-218-9424 norwesters@shaw.ca

Osteofit: A full body workout designed for those with osteoporosis at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Mondays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. and Thursdays, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $144 for 16 classes. Mondays, 1:45-2:45 p.m. $72 for eight classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Polio Survivors, MS or Stroke Recovery Exercises: Gentle water exercise classes for those affected take place every Tuesday and Friday, 9:30 a.m. at West Vancouver Aquatic Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. Fee: $7 per class. Alison Gelz, 604-925-7214, or Gaile Lacy, 604-986-0775

Ramblers: Meet at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. for an eight- to 10-kilometre hike every Monday at 9:30 a.m., rain or shine. Terrain is varied and proper footwear and clothing are required. Bring water and a bagged lunch. New participants must phone prior to the first hike. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Scrabble Double Word Score: An afternoon of fun and challenge with others who love playing this thought-provoking word game Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Seniors Cyclists: Routes vary between 25-50 kilometres and are about three hours long. For a schedule of rides visit westvancouver.ca/seniors.

Seniors’ Tennis Association of the North Shore: Players 55+ are invited to play tennis Mondays-Fridays, April-Oct. from 8 a.m. to noon at various public courts on the North Shore. Annual fee: $20. seniorstennis.ca nsseniors@gmail.com

Snooker: Everyone from novice to expert is welcome Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $5 per month or $45 per year. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Table Games: Drop in and play bridge, scrabble, tile rummy, or other board games Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. Coffee, tea and cookies provided. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Table Tennis: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon and Fridays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Equipment provided. $20 per season. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Table Tennis: Wednesdays, 2:45-5 p.m.; Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m.; and Sundays, 11:15 to 1 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Tai Chi: Beginner and intermediate classes Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. A program for those interested in a very mild form of martial arts. A portion of each class is dedicated to qi gong. Drop-in fee: $7. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Tai Chi: Healing exercises that promote calmness, strength, flexibility and confidence Tuesdays, 9-10 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $28 for eight classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Tai Chi Yang Style: This class will introduce the basic principles and movement of tai chi Wednesdays, 10:30-11:45 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $8/$6.50. 604-982-8326

The Chat Room: Confidential conversations about life and intimacy, led by Certified Sexual Health Educator Jane Langton, meets monthly every second Friday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $4 suggested donation per person. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Walking Club: Walk local trails and pathways, then meet for coffee Mondays, 10-11:30 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Participants should be able to walk comfortably for a minimum of one hour. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. 604-987-5820 mollienyehouse.com

Yoga: Gentle stretches and breathing exercises to help flexibility and relax your mind Mondays, 9-10 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $48 for eight classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Zumba Gold: Zumba is a fun fitness experience, incorporating lively music and latin dance moves Fridays, 9-10 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. $28 for eight classes. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com

Support Groups

Eye Deal: A support group for people with low vision meets the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m. in the atrium at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Family Caregiver Network Groups meet the first Thursday, 7-9 p.m. or second Wednesday of the month, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at North Shore Community Resources in Capilano Mall, 203-935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. Discuss the challenges and positive experiences of caregiving and learn how to access health care and community services. Karyn Davies, 604-982-3320 karyn.davies@nscr.bc.ca

Farsi Puzzle: Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Registration required. 604-922-1575 info@nsvs.ca nsvs.ca

Sound Advice: Informal workshops and discussions for people who are hard of hearing take place the first Friday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2.50. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Volunteer Opportunities

The Edible Garden Project is looking for seniors to mentor and work with young daycare children to create inter-generational gardens. Local seniors can share and pass on their knowledge of local food growing techniques and gardening tips. To volunteer, email emily@ediblegardenproject.com or call 778-986-3659.

The North Vancouver Chapter of CARP — A New Vision of Aging for Canada is looking for volunteers for the executive board. CARP is a national, non-profit, non-partisan organization whose mandate is to promote and protect the interests, rights and quality of life for Canadians as they age. Info: B.C. representative Elizabeth Dunbar, 604.926.8173 or carp.northshorevancouver@gmail.com

Volunteers needed to work in the kitchen serving food Mondays-Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre, 695 21st St. 604-925-7280 westvancouver.ca/seniors

Meals on Wheels needs volunteers on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings. 604-922-3414 northshoremealsonwheels.org

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