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North Shore Rescue is warning hikers, skiers and snowshoers to keep in bounds and away from backcountry trails this weekend as avalanche risk is high.

Shoes by Linda O'Keeffe ( Princeton Architectural Press ) 147 pages, $19.95 Small enough to slip into a pocket or purse, but filled with so much information that you won't want to leave it behind.

There may still be brisk temperatures in the Lower Mainland weather forecast, but that doesn't mean it's too early to start thinking (or fantasizing) about your spring wardrobe.

Last week’s Sonoma in the City tasting yielded no shortage of evidence as to why Sonoma County continues to be well received up here on our somewhat wetter and undeniably less foggy patch of Pacific coastline.

Three-year-old Alex O’Neill is surrounded by some of the items that will be up for grabs at the Highlands Preschool Children’s Sale on Feb. 15, 9 a.m. to noon, at 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver.

Capilano Garden Club: Guest speaker Glenna Partridge will discuss gardening in a downsized world of patios and balconies Monday, Feb. 17, 7:30 p.m. at Canyon Heights Christian Assembly, 4840 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver. New members welcome: $25.

My 17-month-old grandson decided to help me the other day. He picked up a can of beans and looked at me. I asked him to bring it to the kitchen and with a minimum amount of direction he did so. We were both thrilled with this, his first actual chore.

For many, Valentine's Day is when we let our special someone know how much they mean to us. It can, however, also be a day where one shows appreciation, love and friendship.

Family and friends puppet show Celebrate Valentine's Day with a warm and fuzzy storytime extravaganza for children ages three to eight Friday, Feb. 14, 1:30-2 p.m. and 3:30-4 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd. Registration required.

As the saying goes, "Gardeners often have to take the test before they learn the lesson." Even experienced, trained horticulturists and landscapers fail when first attempting something new or out of their comfort zone.