GALLERIES
Artemis Gallery: 104C-4390 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Info: 778-233-9805 or artemisgallery.ca.
Noegenesis: New paintings by Shelley Fearnley will be on display until March 10.
Artists for Kids Gallery: 810 West 21st St., North Vancouver. Gallery hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., weekends from noon to 4 p.m. Info: 604-903-3798 or www.artists4kidscom.
Art Works Gallery: 225 Smithe St., Vancouver. Gallery hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.
Failte Abhaile (Gaelic for Welcome Home): West Vancouver artist Sharon Quirke's paintings of the North Shore will be on display until March 30. A donation from the show's proceeds will be made to Covenant House.
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.
All: The Span of a Heart: An exhibit of the newest works by artist Galen Felde will run until March 17.
Binkley Sculpture Studios: 535 East First St., North Vancouver. Info: www.MichaelBinkley.com or 604-984-8574.
Brewster's Coffee: 2436 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5: 30 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-5: 30 p.m. Sunday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 604-925-9820.
BrushStrokes Gallery: Lonsdale Quay, 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver. Hours: Sunday, 11: 30 a.m.-6 p.m., Thursday, 11: 30 a.m.-6: 30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 11: 30 a.m.-7 p.m. Info: www.nsartists.ca.
Members of The North Shore Artists' Guild display a variety of original art including oil paintings, watercolours, acrylics and mixed media on an ongoing basis with new works every month.
Buckland Southerst Gallery: 2460 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: 604-922-1915. www.bucklandsoutherst.com.
Cafe for Contemporary Art: 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].
Caroun Art Gallery: 1403 Bewicke Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www.caroun.net, 778-372-0765 or [email protected]. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Sunday, noon to 8 p.m.
A Photography Exhibition of Mahmood Reza Ashtiany Poor's work will run until March 14.
Centennial Theatre: 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www.centennialtheatre. com.
CityScape Community 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.
Bold and Beautiful: An exhibition celebrating the seasonal rebirth and renewal of flowers March 9April 7. This exhibit will include a free gardening workshop Saturday, March 10, 1-3 p.m.
Coastal Patterns Gallery: 582 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island. Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, noon-5 p.m. or by appointment. Info: 604-762-4623, 778-997-9408 or www.coastalpatternsgallery. com.
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 paintings by Bill Adams and clay art by Denise Jeffrey until April 3.
District Library Gallery: 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: www.nvartscouncil.ca.
The North Vancouver Community Arts Council will present "As I See It," an exhibit of Vern Montgomery's acrylic paintings until April 24.
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.
History of European Art: On film with professor William Kloss of the Smithsonian Mondays until May 7, 7-9 p.m. Drop-in: $8.
Recent Works: An exhibition of mixed media paintings by Helen Broadfoot, Shirley Williams, Maria Josenhans, Angus Simpson and Michelle Lan will run until March 11.
Princess of Power: Niloofar Miry's collection of figurative images of the unconventional life of Amineh, an Iranian princess from the 18th century will run March 13-25. Opening reception: Tuesday, March 13, 6-8 p.m. Meet the artist: Saturday, March 17, 2-3 p.m.
The Artists of British Columbia Volume 3 book is now available and sells for $20.
Gallery Jones: 1531 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: 604-926-2233.
Gallery YoYo: 312 East Esplanade, North Vancouver. Gallery hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 1-5: 30 p.m. or by appointment. Info: 6049832896.
Graffiti Co. Art Studio: 171 East First St., North Vancouver. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Friday, 1: 30-6: 30 p.m. or by appointment. Info: 604-980-1699 or [email protected].
Kay Meek Centre: 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Info: www.kaymeekcentre.com or 604-913-3634.
On Our Walls: The North Shore Artists' Guild will hold a group exhibition featuring a range of styles and mediums until March 19.
North Shore: Various North and West Vancouver locations.
North Shore Art Crawl: An invitation is extended to all North Shore galleries, studio artists and artisans to open their galleries/studios to the public in celebration of B.C. Art Week April 21 and 22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: nsartcrawl. ca or Norman at 604-209-1197.
North Vancouver City Library: 120 West 14th St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-998-3455 or www.nvcl.ca.
North Vancouver Community History Centre: 3203 Institute Rd., North Vancouver. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Info and registration: 604-990-3700, ext. 8016.
As Dreamt, As Built - Maps and Plans of North Vancouver. An ongoing exhibit of documents that highlight the community's development.
North Vancouver Museum: 209 West Fourth St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-990-3700, ext. 8016 or www.northvanmuseum.ca/.
North Vancouver Experience, an ongoing exhibit defining life in North Vancouver.
Park Royal: Unit #750, North Mall, West Vancouver. Hours: Seven days a week, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: www.danielizzard. com.
An Exhibition of paintings by Daniel Izzard will be on display until March 30. There will also be opportunities for purchases. Partial proceeds will go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Presentation House Gallery: 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Gallery hours: Wednesday -Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Info: 604-986-1351 or www. presentationhousegall.com. C. 1983: Part one of a two-part group exhibition that looks at how Vancouver artists worked with camera images around 1983 will run until March 11. Part two will run from March 24 to May 6 with an opening reception Friday, March 23, 7 p.m.
Presentation House Satellite Gallery: 560 Seymour St., Vancouver. Gallery hours: Wednesday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Info: www.satellitegallery. ca.
Ron Andrews Community Space: 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. Info: 6049807182.
Mike and Mike: An exhibition of works by photographer Mike Wakefield and sculptor Michael Binkley will run until April 15.
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.
Aspects of Karma: Artist Kay Bonathan will explore the lotus flower with an exhibition of mixed media paintings until April 1.
Silk Purse Arts Centre: 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Info: 604-925-7292 or www.silkpurse.ca.
Torrents and Blessings: Hanji Yosifov's acrylic paintings of dreamscapes will be on display until March 18.
Happy Birthday West Van:
A celebration of West Vancouver's centennial with an exhibition highlighting the community's heritage with works by a variety of West Vancouver artists from March 20 to April 1. Opening reception: Tuesday, March 20, 6-8 p.m.
Starfire Studio: 6607 Royal Ave., West Vancouver. Info: 604-922-5510 or www. starfireattheferries.com.
Studio Art Gallery at Capilano University: 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Studio 195 Gallery: 195 Pemberton Ave., North Vancouver. Hours: WednesdayFriday, 2-5 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and by appointment.
Tartooful: 3183 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 6049240122 or www.tartooful.com.
West Vancouver Museum: 680 17th St., West Vancouver. Museum hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 604-925-7295 or www. westvancouvermuseum.ca.
At the Intersection of Art and Medicine: An exhibit of original anatomical artwork in pen and ink, wash and carbon will run until March 10.
A Journey Through Time: A photo and artifact exhibit in celebration of West Vancouver's 100th birthday will run from March 20 to April 28.
CONCERTS
Capilano University Performing Arts Theatre: 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Tickets: 604-990-7810 or www.capilanou. ca/nscucentre.
Cap Jazz Series: Vocalist Diana Panton will perform Saturday, March 10 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $30/$27.
Cap Classics: A student showcase featuring the top prize winners of the Diploma in Music Performance Scholarship competitions Friday, March 16 at 11: 45 a.m. Free.
Cap Global Roots Series: A cappella group Lo Cor de la Plana will perform Sunday, March 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $32/$29.
Centennial Theatre: 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www. centennialtheatre.com. Box office: 604-984-4484.
Steven Page, best known as the front man for the Barenaked Ladies, will perform a solo show Friday, March 9 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $30/$27.
Crimson Cabaret: The North Shore Women's Centre will present a fundraiser with an evening of multiple acts in dance, music and theatre Saturday, March 10 at 7 p.m. There will also be a silent auction at 6 p.m. Tickets: $35/$31/$16. Info: www.northshorewomen.ca.
A Roman Carnival: The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert all about exquisite French repertoire Monday, March 12 at 8 p.m. Admission: $39/$35/$26.75. Tickets: 604876-3434.
Retrofest: Arrival will perform a tribute to ABBA and Dreams will perform a tribute to Fleetwood Mac with special guest Totally Tom Petty Saturday, March 24 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $35/$28.
The Cultch Historic Theatre: 1895 Venables St., Vancouver. L'Orchestre d'Hommes-Orchestres, presented by Capilano University, will perform the music of Tom Waits using nearly 100 objects and invented instruments March 22-24 at 8 p.m. Admission from $28. Tickets: 604-251-1363 or tickets.thecultch.com.
Deep Cove Coffee House: Mount Seymour United Church, 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. Info: [email protected] or 604-929-4019.
Just Duets: Andrea Smith and Dave Lidstone will perform a variety of musical genres Friday, March 16 at 9 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. and warm-up acts start at 7: 30 p.m. Admission: $10 which includes coffee and goodies.
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church: 1110 Gladwin Dr., North Vancouver.
North Shore Music Festival: The North Shore Registered Music Teachers will present their 41st annual concerts until March 9 at 7 p.m. March 9 will be the trophy winners in piano and strings.
Admission: $10/$5. Info: Alice, 604-987-1067 or Diana, 604-929-1592.
Kay Meek Centre: 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Tickets: www.kaymeekcentre.com or 604-913-3634.
The Vancouver Youth Symphony Orchestra intermediate concerto winners will perform a concert Saturday, March 10 at 7: 30 p.m. Admission by donation.
Early Music Vancouver: Harpsichordist and chamber organist Alexander Weimann will play Scarlatti Sunday, March 18 at 3 p.m. Pre-concert chat at 2: 15 p.m. Tickets: $35/$32.
Rock Me: The Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble will play pop/ rock-inspired music Sunday, March 18 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $25.
Vancouver Recital Society Next Generation Series: Cellist Andreas Brantelid and pianist Shai Wosner will perform Sunday, March 25 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $52.50.
Lynn Valley United Church: 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver.
Friday Night Live: A weekly series with improv actors AddLibretto playing hosts to musical guests Fridays at 7: 30 p.m.
Mount Seymour United Church: 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver.
Presentation House Theatre: 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Tickets: www.phtheatre.org or 604-990-3474.
Walk Right In, Sit Right Down: A folk tunes benefit concert in support of Presentation House Theatre with Fred Penner, Jay Brazeau, Shari Ulrich and Jessee Havey Sunday, March 25 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $25.
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.
Cordei, a violin and harp duo will perform Thursday, March 15 at 10: 30 a.m. Tickets: $15/$12.
Music From the Muse: Guitarist Joaquin Gonzalez will share his love for flamenco, trova and protest music Thursday, March 22 at 10: 30 a.m. Tickets: $15/$12.
Sing Along Wednesdays: "Mr. Piano" Peter Vanderhorst will play the piano to lead a singalong of favourite songs the first Wednesday of every month, 10 a.m.-noon. Song books will be provided. Dropin fee: $5 at the door.
Sing Along Wednesdays: Composer Michael Conway will lead a sing along to show tunes and other favourites the third Wednesday of every month, 10: 30 a.m.-noon. Song books will be provided. Drop-in fee: $5 at the door.
St. Andrew's United Church: 1044 St. Georges St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-985-0408 or www.st-andrews-united.ca.
Organic Voices: The Laudate Singers and organist Denis Bédard will perform Saturday, March 10 at 8 p.m. Admission: $25/$20/$10. Tickets: www.laudatesingers.com or 6047296814.
St. Monica's Church: 6404 Wellington Ave., West Vancouver.
Murphy's Lagh: An Irish music group with fiddles, vocal, guitar, tin whistles bodhran drum and dancing will perform Friday, March 16 at 7 p.m. Admission: $15. Reservations: 604-921-9112 or [email protected]. Info: www.murphyslagh.com.
West Vancouver United Church: 2062 Esquimalt Ave., West Vancouver.
A Life for Art - Bach, a Family of Virtuosi: The Pacific Baroque Orchestra will perform their third concert dedicated to Bach Sunday, March 25 at 7: 30 p.m. Admission: $33/$28/$10. Tickets: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/204336.
THEATRE
Anne MacDonald Studio: 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver.
Grand Theft Improv: An improv sketch show that uses audiences suggestions to create 90 minutes of stories, scenes, songs and comedic chaos, the last Sunday of every month at 7 p.m. Tickets: $10.
Capilano University Performing Arts Theatre: 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Tickets: 604-990-7810 or www.capilanou. ca/nscucentre.
Deep Cove Shaw Theatre: 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. Tickets: 604-929-9456 or www.firstimpressionstheatre.com.
The House of Blue Leaves: A comedy, drama, farce, tragedy and romance all in one Wednesdays-Saturdays, until March 10 at 8 p.m. Admission: $18/$16.
Highlands United Church: 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver.
Kay Meek Centre: 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Info and tickets: www.kaymeekcentre.com or 604-913-3634.
Alice in Wonderland: Saint Thomas Aquinis students will perform this classic March 15-17 at 7: 30 p.m. Admission: $14/$11. Tickets: 604-987-4431.
The Music Bo 1564 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. FrAcTured: The story of 13 teenagers who have survived a high school shooting March 20-24 at 8 p.m. with a free student matinee March 27 at 3: 30 p.m. Tickets: $20/$10. Info: 604-925-5120 or www.seacoasttheatrecentre.com.
North Shore Neighbourhood House: 225 East Second St., North Vancouver.
PAL Theatre: 581 Cardero St., Vancouver.
The Pitch/Mother May I: Ghost Light Projects will present a double bill March 9, 13-15 at 8 p.m. and March 10 and 11 at 2 p.m. Admission: $30/$25. Not suitable for minors. Tickets: www. ghostlightprojects.com or 1-800-838-3006.
Drag Queens on Trial: A comedy about three drag queens on trial for being drag queens March 10, 11, 16 and 17 at 8 p.m. and March 17 at 2 p.m. Admission: $30/$25. Not suitable for minors. Tickets: www.ghostlightprojects.com or 1-800-838-3006.
Presentation House Theatre: 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Tickets and info: 604-990-3474 or www.phtheatre.org.
Secrets of a Soccer Mom: Three women take the field in a mothers versus sons soccer game until March 10, Tuesdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m. with matinees Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Tickets: $12-$28.
My Mother's Story: Local actors will read from the in-progress script giving insight into the process of creating a script and a sneak preview of what the finished show will look like Thursday, March 15 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $15.
Shirley Valentine - Unplugged: Nicola Cavendish in a performance as Shirley Valentine, a Liverpool housewife in need of adventure and a chance to discover herself March 29 and 30 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $50.
St. Martin's Church Hall: 195 East Windsor Rd., North Vancouver.
CLUBS AND PUBS
Jack Lonsdale's Pub: 1433 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-986-7333.
Live music every Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m. La Zuppa: 1544 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 6049866556.
Fiesta Flamenco every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, tapas and wine, 6: 30 p.m., music, 8: 30 p.m.
The LW Club: 1515 Barrow St., North Vancouver. Info: 604253-7141 or www.lynnwoodinn.com. Doors: 9 p.m.
Open mic every Wednesday hosted by White Lies. Memphis Blues: 1629 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-929-3699. Live blues every weekend.
Narrows Pub: 1979 Spicer Rd., North Vancouver. Ocean Club Restaurant and Lounge: 105-100 Park Royal, West Vancouver. Info: 604-926-2326.
Live jazz every Tuesday, 7 p.m.; live DJ Thursday to Sunday, 11 p.m.-3 a.m. Queens Cross Pub: 2989 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www.queenscross.com.
Adam Woodall will perform Friday, March 9, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. No cover.
The Raven Pub: 1052 Deep Cove Rd., North Vancouver. Info: www.theravenpub.com.
Red Lion Bar & Grill: 2427 Marine Drive, West Vancouver. Info: 604-926-8838.
Rusty Gull: 175 East First St., North Vancouver. Live music every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday; Mostly Marley performs every Sunday, 7 p.m.
Sailor Hagar's Brew Pub: 235 West First St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-984-3087. Live music every Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
The Village Taphouse: Park Royal Village, West Vancouver. Info: 604-922-8882.
Adam Woodall will perform Saturday, March 10, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. No cover.
Waves Coffee House: 3050 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. The Celtic Medley Song and String Player's Showcase comes to Waves the first Saturday of every month, 7: 30-9: 30 p.m. Free. Anyone interested in performing can phone Doug Medley at 604-985-5646.
OTHER EVENTS
Capilano University: Room 321 in the Library Building, 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver.
Reading: The creative writing department will present Lee Maracle author of Ravensong, Bobbi Lee and Daughters are Forever Wednesday, March 21 at 11: 30 a.m.
Capilano University Performing Arts Theatre: 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Tickets: 604-990-7810 or www. capilanou.ca/nscucentre.
Cap Film Series -Familia: The story of a poverty stricken Peruvian family trying to survive and keep the family together Tuesday, March 13 at 7: 30 p.m. Tickets: $10/$6.
Centennial Theatre: 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www.centennialtheatre.com. Box office: 604-984-4484.
Lynn Valley Library: 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: 604-984-0286, ext. 8144 or www.nvdpl.ca.
SFU Philosopher's Cafe: Everyone is welcome to join this discussion with moderator Mark Battersby Wednesday, March 14 at 7 p.m. Topic: A discussion on the ways citizens can be more involved in the community planning process with the District of North Vancouver transportation planner Tegan Smith. Info: 778-782-5215 or www.philosopherscafe.net.
Park & Tilford Cineplex Odeon Theatre: 200-333 Brooksbank Ave., North Vancouver.
The North Shore International Film Series: The North Shore Community Arts Council will screen Canadian, independent and foreign films throughout the fall, winter and spring. Poetry will play Wednesday, April 4 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $11. Info: www.nvartscouncil.ca/events/northshore-international-film-series or 604-988-6844.
West Vancouver Memorial Library: 1950 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: 604-925-7407 or www.westvanlib.org.
Opera Lecture Series: Explore the masterpieces of Giuseppe Verdi's later years with Nicolas Krusek Wednesdays, March 14, 21 and April 4, 12: 30-2: 30 p.m.
SFU Philosopher's Cafe: Everyone is welcome to join this discussion with moderator Randall MacKinnon Friday, March 16, 10: 30 a.m.-noon. Topic: Does spring provide an opportunity for new beginnings or more of the same patterns and processes? Info: 778-782-8000 or www.philosopherscafe. net.
Music Lecture Series: Dal Richards will tell stories from his seventy years of legendary music making Sunday, March 18, 2-3 p.m.
Email information for your North Shore event to [email protected].
