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Day camp designed to empower girls

Day camp designed to empower girls

Laurin Kyle Boyle and Celeste Whittaker invite young women to register for the Girls Empowerment Pro D Day Camp on Friday, May 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mollie Nye House.

Grandparents have a special role to play

The day I became a Grandma is one that I will never forget. We got the word from our son-in-law when he phoned and said, "Hi Grandma." Our daughter Chelsea had delivered twins, and so a little boy and a little girl entered our lives.

Kids Stuff

Start with Art An annual exhibition of art for children by established Vancouver artists until April 27 at Seymour Art Gallery, 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. The art can only be bought by those under 16 and is priced very moderately.
European chafer makes its mark

European chafer makes its mark

Pesky beetle dines on lush local lawns

Savoury or sweet, scones are a treat

Whether you pronounce it "scawn" or "scohne" these easy-to-make baked treats are a family favourite. Savoury scones are a nice addition to a simple soup and salad supper, and sweet ones are the perfect accompaniment to a hot cup of tea.

Green Guide

Green Can Program: West Vancouver Memorial Library will provide information, answer questions and promote the benefits of composting organic waste on Earth Day, Tuesday, April 22, 3-5 p.m. at 1950 Marine Dr. westvancouver.ca/garbagewestvanlibrary.
Set a thematic Easter table

Set a thematic Easter table

The sun seems to be making its way back into our gardens and the temperatures are warming up. Spring is finally here and that means Easter is just around the corner.

Canadian Network TV apps disappoint

Major improvements needed to maintain users
Young Artist of the Week: Hannah de Bourcier

Young Artist of the Week: Hannah de Bourcier

Hannah de Bourcier, 18, Argyle secondary Art teachers: Jill Warland, Bryan Taylor, Mike Riml, Kory Bogen Favourite art: figure drawing Favourite artist: Fred Douglas Her teachers write: Hannah is a very well-rounded artist.
Raglan's Bistro boasts unique big burger

Raglan's Bistro boasts unique big burger

What would Scooby Do? The question, emblazoned on a sticker posted near the bar of Raglan's Bistro, proved surprisingly useful as I surveyed the enormous burger presented to me on a recent Friday evening visit.