NOTICES
Straight Talk on End of Life Rights: Learn about nine critical rights as a health care patient and what to do now to ensure the care you want later. Monday, April 23, 1: 30-3: 30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Fee: $3. Info and registration: 604-9257287 or slung@westvancouver. ca.
Before They Were Grandparents: A storytelling event featuring North Shore residents Barry and Louise Soper (a B.C. Sports Hall of Fame skating pair), Thursday, April 26, 1-3 p.m. at Creekside Recreation Centre, 1 Athlete's Way, Vancouver. The event is part of Bayshore Home Health's intergenerational social media storytelling initiative. Free. Info: www.beforetheyweregrandparents.com.
Travel Videos: Stan and Susan Ward will host Travels Through Cambodia, Thursday, April 26, 6: 30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Admission: $3. Tickets can be purchased in advance from the reception desk. A cafeteria meal will be available prior to the videos, from 5 to 6: 30 p.m.
Meals on Wheels needs volunteers on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings. Info: 604-922-3414.
SPORTS, RECREATION, GAMES, FITNESS AND HEALTH
Laughter Yoga: A combination of breathing exercises with the practice of laughing for no reason resulting in lowered stress levels, Fridays, 1-2 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $1. Info: 604-980-2474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
Mah Jong: An ancient Chinese game similar to gin rummy Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $2. Info: 604-980-2474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
Mah Jong: Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $1. Info: 604-983-6362 or [email protected].
Nordic Walking: Mondays and Thursdays, 1: 30 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Free. For more information, phone 6049221575, [email protected] or visit www.nsvs.ca.
Norwest Cycle Club: For a schedule of rides, visit www. westvancouver.ca/norwest. Most rides leave at 9 a.m. from the east parking lot of the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St.
Osteofit: A full body workout designed for those with osteoporosis at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Mondays and Fridays, 8: 30-9: 30 a.m. Fee: $116 for 16 classes. Mondays, 12: 301: 30 p.m. Fee: $58 for eight classes. Info: 604-980-2474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
Pickleball: Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $3. Info: 604-983-6362 or [email protected].
Polio or Post-Polio: Gentle water exercise classes for those affected take place every Tuesday, 9: 30 a.m. at West Vancouver Aquatic Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. Info: 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. Info: 604-925-7280 or www.westvancouver.ca/seniors.
