Galleries Biennale International Pavilion Shipbuilders' Square, 15 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver. Sunday-Thursday, 11a.m.-6 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 1-9 p.m., closed Mondays. 604-682-1289 www.cnv.org/vancouverbiennale Tours: Hourly guided tours are available. Admission by donation.
Capilano University First Nations Stud ent Centre 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver.
Historic Art Installation: A witness blanket, a woodbased First Nations art installation that incorporates objects connected to residential school experiences from across Canada will be on display until Nov. 27.
Caroun Art Gallery 1403 Bewicke Ave., North Vancouver. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 8 p.m.778-372-0765 caroun.net Five-Year Celebration of Art Shows: Works by 34 artists will be on display until Oct. 18.
City Atrium Gallery 141 West 14th St., North Vancouver. Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.604-988-6844 nvartscouncil.ca North Vancouver Community Arts Council will present an installation piece by Debbie Westergaard Tuepah that uses colourful strands of paint that reflect the 81 reported mother tongue languages represented in the City of North Vancouver until Nov. 3.
Cityscape Community Art Space 335 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. 604-988-6844 nvartscouncil. ca The Gift Box: Buy local from two display cases dedicated to local artisans who specialize in high quality, hand-crafted and unique gift items.
Art Rental Salon: An ongoing art rental programme with a variety of original artwork available ranging from $10 to $40 per month.
Coastal Patterns Gallery 582 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island. Wednesday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. or by appointment. 604-762-4623, 778-997-9408 or coastalpatternsgallery.com
District Library Gallery 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. nvartscouncil.ca Evolution of the Emoticon: Maziar Mehrabi combines his appreciation for comic book superheroes and villains with his fascination for emoticons in a graphic art exhibition that runs until Oct. 21.
Ferry Build ing Gallery 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays.604-925-7290 ferrybuildinggallery.com What About Print?: Exhibition features works by Carol McQuaid, Dale Stavroff and Aileen Marie Vantomme until Oct. 19.
City Life: A multi-media exhibition with works by Nancy Dean, Joanne Hastie and Alfonso Tejada will run from Oct. 21 to Nov. 7. Opening reception: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6-8 p.m. Meet the artists: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2-3 p.m.
Gallery Jones 1725 West Third St., Vancouver.
Road Map: Landscape paintings by Ross Penhall will be on display until Nov. 1.
Gallry YoYo 312 East Esplanade, North Vancouver. Wednesday to Saturday, 1-5:30 p.m. or by appointment. 604-983-2896
Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art 2121 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Wednesday-Friday, noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Adult admission by donation/children free. 604-998-8563 [email protected] Gallery Tours: Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
North Vancouver Community History Centre 3203 Institute Rd., North Vancouver. Tuesday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. 604-990-3700 x8016 nvma. ca
North Vancouver Museum 209 West Fourth St., North Vancouver. Open by appointment only. 604-990-3700 x8016 North Vancouver Experience, an ongoing exhibit defining life in North Vancouver.
Presentation House Gallery 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Wednesday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 604-986-1351 presentationhousegallery.org Underglow: An exhibition of new works by artist Kelly Lycan that reflect on the growing impact of digital imagery and reproduction of photographs will be on display until Nov. 2.
Presentation House Satellite Gallery 560 Seymour St., Vancouver. Wednesday-Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. satellitegallery.ca The Port/Matthew Buckingham: Obscure Moorings: An examination of Vancouver's role as a port city and its relation with the maritime worker will run until Dec. 6.
Ro n Andrews Commu nity Space 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. 604-987-8873 or 604-347-8922 Share the Bounty: Landscapes and abstracts on canvas by Maureen Coles and clay vessels and decorative items by Carolyn DiPasquale will be on display until Oct. 26.
Art and Deco: Abstract compositions by Michael Jeffery and Christmas decorations by Parkgate Ceramic Studio members will be on display from Oct. 26 to Dec. 7.
SAndrine Pelissier Stud io 125 Garden Ave., North Vancouver. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Weekly noninstructional life drawing classes.
Seymour Art Gall ery 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 604-924-1378 seymourartgallery.com Reinventing the Classics: Contemporary responses to old master prints featuring six artists will run until Oct. 18. Art Party: Original artwork by more than 40 local artists will be on sale for $100, $200 or $300 at this fundraising exhibition Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. The exhibition will continue until Nov. 8. Curator's Talk: Every Thursday at noon there will be a 20-minute curator's talk with background on the current show in the gallery.
Silk Purse Arts Centre 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Tuesday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 604-925-7292 silkpurse.ca Markets: Photojournalist, author and human and environmental rights activist Robert Semeniuk will showcase marketplaces until Oct. 19.
Paint and Pixels: Works by painter Patricia Vaughan and photographer Walter Young will be on display from Oct. 21 to Nov. 9. Opening reception: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6-8 p.m.
West Vancouver Memo rial Library 1950 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-925-7400 westvanlibrary.ca West Vancouver District Art Instructors Exhibition: Works using a variety of media, styles and approaches by teachers will be on display until Oct. 20.
West Vancouver Municipal Hall 750 17th St., West Vancouver. Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 604-925-7290 Art in the Hall: Landscape paintings by Jane Clark will be on display until Nov. 28.
West Vancouver Museum 680 17th St., West Vancouver. Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 604-925-7295 westvancouvermuseum.ca Harry and Jessie Webb: - Artists in Vancouver's Jazz Age: An exhibition that draws from the artists' estate will run until Dec. 6.
Yeats Stud io Gallery 2402 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 778-279-8777 craigyeats.com
Concerts Capilano University CSU LOunge 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver.
Peak Performance Artists David Newberry and Tourist Company will come together to
perform their unique brand of folk and rock music in support of Lookout Emergency Aid Society's North Shore Shelter and United Gospel Mission's meal program Friday, Oct. 17, 1-5 p.m. The event will also feature accordion player David P. Smith. Admission by donation.
Capilano University Perfo rming Arts Theatre 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. 604-990-7810 capilanou.ca/blueshorefinancialcentre/Cap Classics - Two to Tango: Pianists Scott Meek and Ross Salvosa will perform a selection of lively, exotic and sensual dance music from South America Friday, Oct. 31, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Free.
Cap Global Roots: Singer/songwriter Loudon Wainwright III will perform Friday, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $35/$32.
Cap Jazz: Convergence: The Capilano Jazz Faculty will perform Sunday, Oct. 26 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $20.
Cap Jazz: David Linx with "A" Band NiteCap will perform Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $30/$27.
Caulfeild Cove Hall 4773 South Piccadilly Rd., West Vancouver. 604-812-7411 caulfeildcovehall.ca Wednesday @Ernies will be performing Saturday, Oct. 25 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $28.
centennial Theatre 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. 604-984-4484 centennialtheatre.com An Evening with The Odds: A fundraiser for the North Shore Disability Resource Centre Saturday, Oct. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35. Classical Romantics: Vancouver Symphony Orchestra will perform Brahms and Chopin Monday, Oct. 20 at 8 p.m. Admission: $40/$36/$25. Tickets: 604-876-3434 or vancouversymphony. ca/.
Haunted - A Musical Spooktacular: The West Vancouver Youth Band will kick off the 2014/15 season with a Halloween concert Monday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $20/$10.
Kay Meek Centre 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Tickets: 604-981-6335 kaymeekcentre.com Cap Jazz: Sound Prints featuring Dave Douglas, Joe Lovano, Lawrence Fields, Linda Oh and Joey Baron will perform Sunday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $45/$36/$25. Romulo Larrea Tango Trio: A program showcasing the bandoneon, guitar and bass will be performed along with a pair of tango dancers Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 8 p.m. Elvis - The Moments: An evening of Elvis music with tribute artist Pete Paquette Thursday, Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $39.50.
Cecilia String Quartet will perform Sunday, Oct. 26 at 4 p.m. Tickets: $39/$33/$25/$15.
Presentation House Theatre 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Tickets: 604-990-3474 phtheatre.org Cap Global Roots - Moody Amiri: A performance with Amir Amiri on the santur (72-string hammered dulcimer) and Richard Moody on the viola Friday, Oct. 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $28/$25/$15.
Seymour Golf Country Club 3723 Mount Seymour Pkwy., North Vancouver. Laudate Singers will celebrate its 20th season with a tango-inspired fundraising gala Saturday, Oct. 25 at 5:30 p.m. The event will include a full concert, buffet dinner and a silent auction. Admission: $95. Tickets: 604-729-6814 or [email protected]. RSVP by Oct. 20 (tickets will not be available at the door).
Silk Purse Arts Centre 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. 604-925-7292 silkpurse.ca Classical Concert Series: The Rio Samaya Band will perform a fusion of flamenco, Spanish, South American and English folk music Thursday, Oct. 23 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $20/$15.
Classical Concert Series: Pianist Krystyna Tucka and cellist Benjamin Louwersheimer will perform sonatas by Chopin and Beethoven Thursday, Oct. 30 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $20/$15.
West Vancouver Memo rial Library 1950 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-925-7400 westvanlibrary.ca Friday Night Concerts: Flamenco Rosario will perform Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Theatre Anne MacDonald Stud io 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver.
Grand Theft Impro: An improv sketch show that uses audiences suggestions to create 90 minutes of stories, scenes, songs and comedic chaos, the last Saturday of every month at 10:30 p.m. Tickets: $12.
Capilano University Perfo rming Arts Theatre 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. 604-990-7810 capilanou.ca/blueshorefinancialcentre/The Government Inspector: A madcap satirical adaptation that exposes the corruption in a provincial town will run until Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. with a matinee Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $22/$15/$10.
Deep Cove Shaw Theatre 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. 604-929-3200 deepcovestage.com Murder by Misadventure: A murder mystery Oct. 17, 18 and 22-25 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $18/$16.
Kay Meek Centre 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. 604-981-6335 kaymeekcentre.com Murder on the Nile: A mystery by Agatha Christie will run Oct. 31 (preview), Nov. 1, 5, 7, 8 and 12-15 at 8 p.m. with matinees Nov. 8 and 15 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $22/$20/$15.
Presentation House Theatre 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. 604-990-3474 phtheatre.org Little Voices: The exploration of the inner dialogue of a 50-something man struggling between his voice of comfort and his voice of truth Oct. 23 and 24 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $15-$28. Not Going Gentle: Antony Holland will perform a mix of all his previous shows with Shakespeare, personal anecdotes, poetry and some new bits Oct. 25, 7 p.m. and Oct. 26, 2 p.m. Tickets: $15-$28.
Silk Purse Arts Centre 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. 604-925-7292 silkpurse.ca Opera Shorts - Opera in the Afternoon: Strauss' comedic opera of false identities, misunderstandings and true love Sunday, Oct. 26, 2-4 p.m. Admission: $20/$10.
Theatre at Hendry Hall 815 East 11th St., North Vancouver. 604-983-2633 northvanplayers.ca
Snake in the Grass: A psychological thriller that centres around estranged sisters reunited upon the death of their father Oct. 17, 18, 22-25 and Oct. 29-Nov. 1 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $18/$16.
Dance Centennial Theatre 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. 604-984-4484 centennialtheatre.com Dracula: Ballet Victoria will bring a new twist to this story Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $33.50/$28/$23/$15.
Lonsdale Quay 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver. lonsdalequay.com Shake It: A fundraisng flash mob will be performed by youth dancers from Perform Art Studios and Dancers in Company Society Saturday, Oct. 25 every 15 minutes from noon to 3 p.m. Money raised will support Covenant House.
Clubs and pubs Hugo's Restaurant 5775 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-281-2111 Open Mic: Every Thursday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Live Music: Every Saturday evening with jazz on the second and last Saturday of each month.
Jack Lonsdale's Pub 1433 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Live music every Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m. 604-986-7333
Mist Ultra Bar 105-100 Park Royal, West Vancouver. 604-926-2326 DJs spin classic dance music from the '80s, '90s and today.
Queens Cross Pub 2989 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. queenscross.com Adam Woodall performs acoustic music every Sunday, 8-11 p.m.
The Raven Pub 1052 Deep Cove Rd., North Vancouver. theravenpub.com
Red Lion Bar Grill 2427 Marine Drive, West Vancouver. 604-926-8838 Open Mic Night: A variety of talent from West Vancouver and beyond Tuesdays at 8 p.m. Participation welcome. Info: [email protected]. Jazz Pianist Randy Doherty will perform every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 8 to 11 p.m.
Rust y Gull 175 East First St., North Vancouver.
Live Music Wednesday, Friday and Saturday; Mostly Marley performs every Sunday, 7 p.m.
Sailor Hagar's Brew Pub 235 West First St., North Vancouver. 604-984-3087 Live Music every Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Two Lions Public House 2601 Westview Dr., North Vancouver. Adam Woodall performs acoustic music every Wednesday, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
The Vill age Taphouse The Village at Park Royal, West Vancouver. 604-922-8882.
Adam Woodall performs acoustic music every Thursday, 8-11 p.m.
Waves Coffee Hous e 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 Library 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. 604-987-4471 x8175 nvdpl.ca Book Launch: Local author Crystal Hurdle will launch her latest book Teacher's Pets Monday, Oct. 27, 7-8 p.m. Registration required.
Chapt ers Indigo Booksto re Park Royal South, West Vancouver.
Author Appearance:
Eighty-eight year old Gloria Allan will be signing her first book A Walk on Broken Glass Saturday, Oct. 25 at 1 p.m. Book Signing: Giselle Roeder will sign her memoir We Don't Talk About That Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Ferry Build ing Gallery 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. 604-925-7270 ferrybuildinggallery.com Arts Connection Presentation: A networking meeting for artists Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. Launie Fairbairn of ABC Photo will talk about fine art photo imaging. Drop-in fee: $8.
Kay Meek Centre 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. 604-981-6335 kaymeekcentre.com Movies at the Meek: The Grand Seduction will be screened Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $12.
Park Tilford Cineplex Odeon Theatre 200-333 Brooksbank Ave., North Vancouver. North Shore International Film Series: Ida will be screened Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $11. Info: 604-988-6844 or nvartscouncil. ca/events/north-shoreinternational-
film-series.
West Vancouver Memo rial Library 1950 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-925-7400 westvanlibrary.ca Jazz Talks: Seminars with Neil Ritchie 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Schedule: Oct. 21, Portrait of Ella.
Opera with Nicolas Krusek: A series on beloved operas by Czech composers Wednesday, Oct. 29, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Authors in our Community: Carol M. Cram will talk about her book Towers of Tuscany Wednesday, Oct. 29, 7-8:30 p.m.
