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No doubt you've already marked your calendar for Malbec World Day, which you surely must know is April 17. And in case you haven't guessed, this celebratory salute to Argentina's favourite grape was dreamed up by, well, Argentina.

The following is a selection of volunteer opportunities from various community organizations, available through Volunteer North Shore, a service of North Shore Community Resources Society. Walk Markers The walk will be held June 15.

When "owe-owe" on your tax return becomes "uh-oh," be proactive to minimize penalties and avoid unpleasant dealings with the tax office.

Community members are invited to the fourth Annual Easter Event at the North Shore Hospice, set for Saturday, April 19 at 1 p.m.

It is our responsibility as dog owners to be aware of our dogs' behaviour 100 per cent of the time when we are out in public. Off leash does not imply a dog is allowed to do whatever it wants, wherever it wants.

How to Foster Dogs by Pat Miller (Dogwise Publishing, 168 pages) $15.95 There are many reasons for a dog to be in need of a foster home and there are as many reasons to help one.

A TASTE OF FASHION Holly's Salon is holding a fundraising event Thursday, April 10, 6-9:30 p.m. at 140 E. 14 St., North Vancouver.

Alterations expert breaks down DIY sewing projects

Tricia Edgar invites residents to register for an upcoming 12-week vegetable gardening course, presented by Cultivate, an initiative focused on growing food in orphaned spaces.

Edible Garden Project at North Shore Neighbourhood House’s Christine Hardie invites the public to an upcoming Spring Festival, Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to noon at Loutet Farm.