NOTICES
Volunteers Needed: 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 April Lewis, aprillewis.carp@gmail. com or 604-536-8717.
Rice Bowls, Broken Bottles and a Bathhouse in the Woods: The Elders Council for Parks in British Columbia will host a free presentation with archeology Prof. Bob Muckle Thursday, Oct. 11, 11 a.m. at the Heritage Centre, 1620 Mount Seymour Rd., North Vancouver. Muckle will talk about his research that has focused on excavating previously unknown Japanese logging camps dating to about 1920 in the Seymour Valley. Registration: 604-986-4892 or [email protected].
Retirement Planning Seminars: RBC Dominion Securities will hold a complimentary seminar Saturday, Oct. 20, 10: 3011: 30 a.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Learn how to take control of your financial future. Reservations: saleena. [email protected] or 604-9816641.
Second World War Lunch: Veterans are invited to a lunch Saturday, Oct. 20, noon to 3 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Fee: $15.
Seniors Peer Support: Caring volunteers ages 55+ are needed to assist other seniors to help maintain their independence and to access resources in the community. Once a sufficient number of volunteers have registered, they will receive training by Seniors Peer Counselling B.C. Upon completion, participants will be assigned to visit senior clients. Registration: Lori, 604-987-8138, ext. 211, or 604-982-8333.
EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY
Mandarin Conversation: Learn a new language from an experienced instructor Tuesdays, 1: 30-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $18 for eight classes. Info: 604-9802474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
Spanish: Written work and conversation for travel or just learning Mondays, level four, Tuesdays, level three and Wednesdays, beginners level one, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $18 plus workbook. Info: 604-9802474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
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