GALLERIES
Bellevue Gallery: 2475 Bellevue Ave., West Vancouver. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5: 30 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.5 p.m. and outside gallery hours by appointment. Info: www. bellevuegallery.ca.
The Name of this Tree: An exhibition of paintings by Pari Azarm Motamedi will run until Nov. 10.
Café for Contemporary Art: 138-140 East Esplanade, North Vancouver. Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Info: 778-340-3379 or [email protected].
Idle Wild: An exhibition of new works by DRIL, a collaborative artist collective, will run until Nov. 16. Caroun Art Gallery: 1403 Bewicke Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www.caroun.net, 778-3720765 or [email protected]. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Sunday, noon to 8 p.m.
Art Space: 335 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-988-6844 or www. nvartscouncil.ca. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.
Ethereal Landscapes: A collection of landscape art by Maegan Harbridge, Galen Felde and Tracey Tarling will be displayed Oct. 26-Nov. 17. Talk and slideshow presentation: Saturday, Nov. 3, 1-2 p.m.
Call for Artists: The North Vancouver Community Arts Council is looking for artists to participate in the upcoming Anonymous Art Show. Deadline for submissions: Saturday, Nov. 3, 4 p.m.
District Foyer Gallery: 355 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Gallery hours: Monday-Friday, 8: 30 a.m.-4: 30 p.m. Info: 604-988-6844 or www.nvartscouncil.ca.
The North Vancouver Community Arts Council will present an exhibition of oil on canvas paintings by Olga Zakharova and sculptures by Julie Emerson until Nov. 13.
District Library Gallery: 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: www. nvartscouncil.ca.
The North Vancouver Community Arts Council will present a photographic exhibition by Mike Wakefield that explores industrial landscapes until Dec. 4.
Ferry Building Gallery: 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Admission to all shows is free. Info: 604-925-7290 or www.ferrybuildinggallery.com. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Mondays.
Mixed Media: An exhibition of works by Ray Bradbury, Clancy Gibson, Monique Martin and Tom Smith will run until Nov. 11. Meet the artists: Saturday, Oct. 27, 2-3 p.m.
Painter's Landing: Local artists will work, exhibit and sell art on the grass areas adjoining the Ferry Building Gallery 9 a.m.9 p.m. daily until Oct. 31. Permit applications: email gallery@ westvancouver.ca. Info: 604-925-7266.
The Gallery at Artisan Square: 587 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island. Info: 604-947-2454 or www.biac.ca. Hours: Friday-Sunday, noon-4 p.m.
Gallery Jones: 1725 West Third Ave., Vancouver. Info: 604-7142216 or galleryjones.com.
Exhibition: New paintings by Ross Penhall will be on display from Nov. 1 to 24. Opening reception: Thursday, Nov. 1, 5 p.m.
Kay Meek Centre: 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Info: www.kaymeekcentre.com or 604-981-6335.
On Our Walls: Paintings by Grazyna Wolski will be on display.
North Vancouver City Library: 120 West 14th St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-998-3455 or www.nvcl.ca.
Exhibition: Conceptual artist Iain Baxter& (pronounced Baxterand) will have his work on display until Dec. 30.
North Vancouver Community History Centre: 3203 Institute Rd., North Vancouver. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Info: 604990-3700, ext. 8016 or www.northvanmuseum. ca.
Wallpaper - Posters and the Art of Persuasion: A selection of posters from the archive's ephemera collection will run until Dec. 22.
Exhibition: Conceptual artist Iain Baxter& (pronounced Baxterand) will have his work on display until Dec. 30.
North Vancouver Museum: 209 West Fourth St., North Vancouver. Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Info: 604-987-5612 or www. northvanmuseum.ca.
Exhibition: Conceptual artist Iain Baxter& (pronounced Baxterand) will have his work on display until Dec. 30.
North Vancouver Experience, an ongoing exhibit defining life in North Vancouver.
Presentation House Gallery: 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver.
Gallery hours: Wednesday -Sunday, noon5 p.m. Info: 604-986-1351 or www. presentationhousegall.com.
Frank Horvat, a pioneer in fashion photography, will have his work displayed until Dec. 23.
Presentation House Satellite Gallery: 560 Seymour St., Vancouver. Gallery hours: Wednesday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Info: www. satellitegallery.ca.
Dorothy: A new series of works by artist Myfanwy MacLeod will run until Nov. 10. The exhibition will feature origami made from pages of Playboy magazines in which playmate Dorothy Stratten appeared.
Ron Andrews Community Space: 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-980-7182.
More Pottery, More Painting: Acrylic on canvas of North Shore landscapes by Jean Taylor and ceramics by Sue Rankin will be displayed until Oct. 28.
Pottery, Prints and Paintings: Pottery by Jack Ploesser and a collection of original silkscreens, etchings and paintings from North West B.C., China and Egypt will be on display Oct. 28-Dec. 2.
Seymour Art Gallery: 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.
Info: 604-924-1378 or www.seymourartgallery. com.
Traveling Women: An exhibition by Kwan S. Yu in oils that portrays transit riders will run until Nov. 18. Artist talk: Sunday, Nov. 11, 2 p.m.
Silk Purse Arts Centre: 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Sunday, noon-4 p.m. Info: 604-925-7292 or www. silkpurse.ca.
Snippets and Snogs: An exhibition of mosaics in bone china by Judy Oke and wood carvings by Charles Rice will run until Oct 28.
The Life Around Me: Watercolour artist Jong Sook Lee's work will be on display from Oct. 30 to Nov. 11. Opening reception: Tuesday, Oct. 30, 6-8 p.m.
Space Emmarts Studio: 195 Pemberton Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-375-0694 or www. emmarts.ca.
Show and Sale: The first Saturday of each month noon-5 p.m.
Studio 195 Gallery: 195 Pemberton Ave., North Vancouver. Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 2-5 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and by appointment. Info: 604-209-1197 or www.195studios.ca.
First Saturdays: Community artists will open their studios the first Saturday of every month, noon-5 p.m.
Tartooful: 3183 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 604-924-0122 or www. tartooful.com.
Delivery: A new series of works by Kathryn Lissack will be on display until Nov. 14.
Teck Gallery: SFU Vancouver Campus, 515 West Hastings. Open during campus hours.
West Vancouver Memorial Library: 1950 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: 604-925-7407 or www.westvanlibrary.ca.
Changing Time - West Vancouver Then and Now: An exhibition of photographs from the library's digital collection will juxtapose historical images with modern renditions Nov. 4 to Jan. 4
West Vancouver Museum: 680 17th St., West Vancouver. Museum hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 604-9257295 or www.westvancouvermuseum.ca.
Photographing Mid-Century West Coast Modernism: The launch of a book dedicated to photographs by Selwyn Pullan will run until Dec. 15. Admission by donation.
CONCERTS
Capilano University Performing Arts Theatre: 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Tickets: 604-990-7810 or www.capilanou. ca/nscucentre.
Cap Classics: A free performance of songs and sonatas for flutes and pianos Friday, Oct. 26, 11: 45 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cap Jazz Series: Luciana Souza will perform with "A" Band and NiteCap Friday, Oct. 26 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $32/$29.
Cap Global Roots: Rupa & the April Fishes will perform global street inspired music Saturday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $28/$25.
Cap Global Roots - International Guitar Night: Brian Gore will be joined by Martin Taylor, Solorazaf and Guinga Saturday, Nov. 3 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $35/$32.
Centennial Theatre: 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www.centennialtheatre.com. Box office: 604-984-4484.
Snatam Kaur Live in Concert: A sacred chant concert Friday, Oct. 26 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $46-$69 for adults and $29/$18 for children.
An Evening with Barney Bentall: A fundraiser for the North Shore Disability Resource Centre Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7: 30 p.m. The Jeff Standfield Band will open followed by Barney Bentall. There will be a silent auction beginning at 6: 30 p.m. Tickets: $35.
Moods, Landscapes and Pictures: The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert Monday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m. Admission: $37.50/$33.50/$25. Tickets: 604-867-3434 or vancouversymphony.ca.
Music of Remembrance: Lions Gate Sinfonia will perform with guest ensemble Pandora's Vox Saturday, Nov. 3 at 7: 30 p.m. There will be a pre-show chat at 6: 30 p.m.
Electric Evenings: Songwriter Danny Michel will perform Sunday, Nov. 4 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $30/$27.
With Glowing Hearts - Marching Down Broadway: The B.C. Military Music Society will present an evening of music and song from Broadway's glory days Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $15.
The Borealis String Quartet will perform a free concert to celebrate Donald Munro's 60 years in Canada Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7: 30 p.m.
Electric Owl: 928 Main St., Vancouver. Info: 604-558-0928.
A Concert Series that brings together Steve Dawson's Black Hen House Band with special guest artists each month. Jim Byrnes will perform a CD release show for his new country inspired album Sunday, Oct. 28 at 8 p.m. Admission: $27/$25. Tickets: www. capilanou.ca/nscucentre.
Highlands United Church: 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver.
Scottish Music and Dance: The Vancouver Fiddle Orchestra and the R.S.C.D.S. Vancouver Dance Demonstration Team will perform Saturday, Nov. 10 at 7: 30 p.m. Admission: $15. Tickets: 604-980-6071 or at the door.
Kay Meek Centre: 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Tickets: www.kaymeekcentre.com or 604-981-6335.
Out of this World: The Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble will perform Saturday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $20/$15/$12.
Chamber Music Concert: Pro Nova String Ensemble will perform Sunday, Nov. 4 at 7: 30 p.m. Admission by donation. Info: 604-921-9444 or [email protected].
Lynn Valley United Church: 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. Info: www. lynnvalleychurch.com.
Friday Night Live: A weekly series with improv actors AddLibretto playing hosts to musical guests Fridays at 7: 30 p.m. Baritone Russell Cripps will perform Oct. 26. Admission by suggested donation of $10. The third Friday of each month, youth are invited for dinner and the show for $15 with tickets purchased by 5 p.m.
Mount Seymour United Church: 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver.
Celso Machado, Brazilian guitarist, percussionist and vocalist will perform Friday, Oct. 26, 78: 30 p.m. followed by wine and cheese. Info: seycovemusic.ca. Admission: $20/$5 for students (concert only).
Chamber Music Concert: Pro Nova String Ensemble will perform Sunday, Oct. 28 at 7: 30 p.m. Admission by donation. Info: 604921-9444 or [email protected].
Mulgrave Academy Theatre: 2330 Cypress Bowl Lane, West Vancouver.
Bonjour de St. Tropez: The Sea to Sky Wind Ensemble, the WVYB Symphonic Band and the visiting La Croix Valmer will play a joint concert Saturday, Nov. 3 at 7: 30 p.m. Admission by donation. Info: 604-921-3412.
Presentation House Theatre: 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Tickets: www.phtheatre.org or 604-990-3474.
Jazz at Presentation House Studio: A weekly series embracing the full spectrum of jazz and improvised music Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Tickets: $10 at the door.
Silk Purse Arts Centre: 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Info and reservations: 604-925-7292 or www.silkpurse.ca.
Music for Art: Lions Gate Sinfonia will perform a concert inspired by the current exhibition "The Life Around Me" Thursday, Nov. 1 at 10: 30 a.m. Tickets: $15/$12.
Gitlin and Klukas: Clarinetist Connie Gitlin and pianist Suzanne Klukas will perform Thursday, Nov. 8 at 10: 30 a.m. Tickets: $15/$12.
St. Catherine's Anglican Church: 1058 Ridgewood Dr., North Vancouver.
The Gentlemen of Fortune Men's Barbershop Chorus will perform Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. Admission: $20/$10. Tickets: 604-9850666 or [email protected].
St. Stephen's Anglican Church: 885 22nd St., West Vancouver. Info: 604-731-5518 or www.pacifictheatre.org.
Jazz Vespers: Don Stewart will perform Sunday, Oct. 28 at 4 p.m.
Traditional Teahouse: 1552 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-551-1642.
Talent Show: All with talent are invited to participate and watch a live local show every Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission: $5. Performance application fee: $10.
West Vancouver Community Centre: 2121 Marine Dr., West Vancouver.
Band Concert: The West Vancouver Adult Concert Band conducted by Tak Maeda will perform contemporary, jazz, marches and show tunes Monday, Oct. 29, 8-9 p.m. Free.
West Vancouver Memorial Library: 1950 Marine Dr., West
Friday Night Concert Series - Soultra A tribute to George Benson and Jimmy Smith Oct. 26 at 7: 30 p.m. Free.
THEATRE
Deep Cove Shaw Theatre: 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. Tickets: 604-929-9456 or firstimpressionstheatre.com.
Shooting Star: A romantic comedy about a couple who previously had a relationship and meet unexpectedly in an airport Wednesdays to Saturdays, Nov. 8-24 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $18/$16.
Kay Meek Centre: 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Info and tickets: www.kaymeekcentre. com or 604-981-6335.
Amber Avenues: A musical romance Wednesdays to Saturdays until Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $25/$20.
Waiting for the Parade: A reflective look at war from five women's point of view Wednesdays-Saturdays, Nov. 3-17 at 8 p.m. with a matinee Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. Preview Nov. 2 for $12. Tickets: $20/$18.
Presentation House Theatre: 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Tickets: www.phtheatre. org or 604-990-3474.
My Mother's Story: Based on the lives of real women, this play looks at the complicated relationships we hold with the most important woman in our lives until Oct. 28 at 8 p.m. with Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets: $28/$23.
DANCE Kay Meek Centre: 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Tickets: www.kaymeekcentre.com or 604-981-6335.
The Menaka Thakkar Dance Company will perform a fusion of Indian with contemporary dance styles Friday, Nov. 2 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $28/$25/$12.
Live, Love, Dance: An evening of dance and live entertainment Saturday, Nov. 3 at 6 p.m. All proceeds will support Chelsea Steyns who is battling a rare form of brain cancer. Tickets: $100.
OTHER EVENTS
Capilano University Performing Arts Theatre: 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Tickets: 604-990-7810 or www.capilanou. ca/nscucentre.
Speaker Series: Raconteur Warren Kinsella will talk about his latest book Fight the Right - a handbook that investigates our current political era Monday, Oct. 29 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $18/$15.
Ferry Building Gallery: 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Info: www.ferrybuildinggallery.com.
How to Look at and Understand Great Art: A course on film illustrated by paintings by artists from Michelangelo to Picasso and Pollock will run Mondays until Nov. 12, 7-9 p.m. Drop-in fee: $8.
Kay Meek Centre: 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Info and tickets: www.kaymeekcentre.com or 604-981-6335.
Movies at the Meek - Beasts of the Southern Wild: A six-year-old girl and her father embark on a bizarre odyssey to restart their lives when their town is washed out by a flood Tuesday, Oct. 30 at 7: 30 p.m. Rated: PG. Tickets: $12.
North Vancouver City Library: 120 West 14th St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-998-3490 or www.nvcl.ca.
Teen Authors Tell All: Five authors will share their secrets about how they became multi-published writers Saturday, Nov. 3, 1-4 p.m.
Silk Purse Arts Centre: 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Info: 604-925-7292 or www.silkpurse.ca.
North Shore Cric Crac Storytelling Evenings presented by the Vancouver Society of Storytelling take place the first Sunday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Admission: $7/$5.
Opera Series with Nicolas Krusek: A series on the life and operas of Richard Wagner Wednesdays, Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14, 21 and Dec. 5, 12: 30-2: 30 p.m.
Email information for your North Shore event to [email protected].
WIN TICKETS TO SEE ETERNAL HYDRA AT STUDIO 16
The award-winning literary detective story Eternal Hydra, starring John Murphy, opens Touchstone Theatre's season at Studio 16 on Friday, Nov. 2. Sex, identity politics and the myth of genius are some of the themes tackled, as the play, written by Anton Piatigorsky, looks for the truth about the origins of a long lost literary masterpiece. The production, directed by Touchstone's artistic director Katrina Dunn, runs until Nov. 11 with a free preview Nov. 1. For a chance to win two tickets to the Nov. 6 , 8 p.m. performance tell us in what year a group of UBC grads started Touchstone Theatre. Email your entry to Eternal Hydra Contest at [email protected]. Deadline for the contest is Nov. 3, 5 p.m. Only residents living in the Lower Mainland/Greater Vancouver area are eligible to enter. Winners will be chosen in a random draw. Vancouver. Info: 604-925-7446 or www. westvanlibrary.ca.
