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Plant sale

Plant sale

Doreen Dew, Tom Davis and Yvonne Kabata prepare for the Lynn Valley Garden Club’s annual plant sale, Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at St. Clement’s Anglican Church, 3400 Institute Rd., North Vancouver. Cash only. lynnvalleygardenclub.org
Don't forget mom Sunday

Don't forget mom Sunday

Mother's Day is drawing near and if you're out of ideas for what you should give mom on her special day here is one that's not only easy to assemble but will provide lasting memories for years to come.
Spring is in the air on the North Shore

Spring is in the air on the North Shore

Every spring we're treated to bird songs not heard since last year, as migrants arrive from their neotropical wintering grounds - some as far away as South America. These include warblers, vireos, the black-headed grosbeak, and the western tanager.
A farewell to a boss, mentor and friend

A farewell to a boss, mentor and friend

There are hobby gardeners, professional gardeners and those people who have the heart of a gardener. I know one such person who will soon be leaving his job for the next stage in his life.
California wine festival has lots to offer

California wine festival has lots to offer

Tasting at last week’s California wine fair was a bit like being a kid in the proverbial candy store. The room was so full of Golden State iconic names that it was tough to know where to turn next. It’s no surprise that California offers such appeal.
North Vancouver recreation camps take the fun outdoors

North Vancouver recreation camps take the fun outdoors

North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission wants kids to get outside this summer. Its GO (Get Outside) Camp for kids ages six-eight years old is one of a dozen new outdoor camp options this year.
Family French camp a fun time for all

Family French camp a fun time for all

This summer, Emina Dervisevic will once again be immersing herself in a unique experience. She will be attending the British Columbia Family French Camp with her husband and two kids, ages six and 10.
Crossfit class combines fitness and fun

Crossfit class combines fitness and fun

They are running around the gym laughing without realizing how hard they are working. This is the Crossfit Kids program at Crossfit North Vancouver and these mini-athletes are having a blast.
Learning to know, not show at First Step Actors' Workshop

Learning to know, not show at First Step Actors' Workshop

Last year Jasmine Gish decided to give acting class a try.
Riding and ‘surviving’ on the shore

Riding and ‘surviving’ on the shore

Emily Wissell recalls how she rode her bike around her Lynn Valley neighbourhood as a kid. She remembers the wind whipping through her helmet and a sense of freedom.