Living

THE lunches are packed and they are off! Surprise your little one this year with a send-off to remind them of their fabulous summer. Iron-on transfers are wonderful for tote bags, Tshirts and all sorts of garment items.

WHEN Isaac was an infant his mother would soothe him when he was upset. She learned that he liked to be rocked in her arms or in a swing. Brianna on the other hand, liked to have her back patted when she was upset.

Work bee: The community is invited to a cleanup day to help Ross Road elementary's Environment Club maintain the woodland walk and butterfly garden located on school grounds, Saturday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 2875 Bushnell Place, North Vancouver.

PASSION for the study and preservation of a little-known marine life-form has earned one Lions Bay teen a coveted spot at Princeton University this fall.

STUBBORNNESS is not only a character trait Robyn Ainscough values, it's what she credits with helping her persevere and beat the odds in the wake of a medical incident that threatened her independence.

DANCE COMMUNITY RALLIES AROUND BELOVED TEACHER

SIX champion trophy buckles take pride of place among a host of awards won by West Vancouver's Whitey Dropko, 81, and his partner, Aspen, a 28 year-old quarter-horse mare.

Caring Clowns - Seniors Helping Seniors: An information session to learn about the Caring Clown programme, which teaches older adults how to bring joy, laughter, fun, companionship and healing to seniors in longterm care facilities Friday, Oct.

Teaching dogs tricks is a fun way to connect

WHEN time (between wine) permits, The Hired Belly does like to dabble in the odd book review. But it's been at least a couple of years since he pulled out his crayons for a colouring book.