NOTICES Memory Games for Body, Balance and Brain: A unique total body workout that combines physical fitness with brain fitness to help improve memory, concentration and
balance Mondays, 1-3 p.m. until Aug. 26 at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $7. Info: 604-982-8330.
The Seniors' Tennis Association of the North Shore will host its annual picnic and round robin event Wednesday, Aug. 7 (weather permitting) at the Murdo Frazer Park tennis courts, off Elizabeth Way, North
Vancouver. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. with a maximum of 72 players. Lunch will take place at noon. Free. Info: seniorstennis. ca.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Call for Volunteers: 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 [email protected] or call 778-986-3659.
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.
Meals on Wheels needs volunteers on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings. Info: 604-922-3414 or northshoremealsonwheels.org.
ARTS, CRAFTS, MUSIC AND 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. Info: 604-987-5820.
Bazaar Group: Help make crafts sales a success, Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free, materials provided. Info: 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre. com.
Calling all Harmonica Players: Looking for seniors with some experience to start a weekly group Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: Ellis, 604-988-8679.
Choir: A mixed choir that entertains at the centre and for outside groups practises Fridays, 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $25 per season. Info: 604-980-2474 or 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. Info: 604-925-7280 or 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. Info: 604-980-2474 or 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. Info: Wilf Fawcett, 604-929-6191 or [email protected].
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. Fee: $18 per season. Info: 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre.com.
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. Info: 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre. com.
Movies: Free screenings, which include popcorn, Fridays, 1-3:30 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Info: 604-983-6350 or 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. Info: 604-987-5820.
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. Fee: $18 per season. Info: 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre.com.
Paper Tole Studio: A small independent group that shares their skills Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $18 per season. Info: 604-980-2474 or 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. Fee: $18 per season, plus the cost of materials. Info: 604-980-2474 or 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. Info: 604-983-6362 or 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. Info: 604-980-2474 or 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. Info: 604-925-7280 or westvancouver. ca/seniors.
Seniors Acting Up: A cabaret group that performs at senior facilities twice a month rehearses Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $18 per season. Info: Joan, 604-325-1857.
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. Info: Marie, 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. Fee: $18 per season and pay as you go for materials. Info: 604-980-2474 or 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. Info: 604-987-5820.
Spinning Circle: Learn to spin your own yarn Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Participants must own and be prepared to transport their own spinning wheel to and from the centre. Fee: $10 per season. Info: 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre.com.
Stained Glass: All levels are welcome, Fridays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $18 per season, plus the cost of materials. Info: 604-980-2474 or 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. For more information, phone 604-925-7280 or visit 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. Info: 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: nonmembers $4/members $2. Coffee, tea and cookies provided. Info: Archie, 604-988-4956.
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