Galleries ARTS IN VIEW ON LONSDALE BlueShore Financial, 1250 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Water: An exhibition showcasing artwork from local artist Anne Griffiths as well as artists from the First Nations will be on display until Dec. 31.
CAROUN ART GALLERY 1403 Bewicke Ave., North Vancouver. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. 778-372-0765 caroun.net Photography Exhibition: Photographs from the ninth annual contest will be on display until Dec. 29. Opening reception: Saturday, Dec. 19, 4-8 p.m.
CENTENNIAL THEATRE LOBBY GALLERY 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver.
In Search of Light: Works by photographer Adrian Zator that capture the natural wonder of North Shore environs will be on display until Dec. 31. Photo Exhibit: Members of the North Shore Photographic Society will display a variety of work
by different members in an ongoing rotating exhibit.
CITY ATRIUM GALLERY 141 West 14th St., North Vancouver. Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 604-988-6844 nvartscouncil.ca Perceptually Uniform: Artist Mark Ollinger will share his sculptural work until Jan. 11.
CITYSCAPE
COMMUNITY ART SPACE 335 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, noon-5 p.m. 604-988-6844 nvartscouncil.ca
Anonymous Art Show: Hundreds of original works will be for sale for $100 each until Dec. 19 and the artist will remain a mystery until after the purchase. Let's Crawl: Registration is now open for the sixth
annual North Shore Art Crawl which will take place March 5 and 6. Deadline for registration will be Jan. 10 at midnight.
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.
DISTRICT FOYER GALLERY 355 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 604-988-6844 nvartscouncil.ca The North Vancouver Community Arts Council will present an exhibition of photographs by David Young and wire sculptures by Frances Solar until Jan. 5.
DISTRICT LIBRARY GALLERY 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. nvartscouncil.ca The North Vancouver Community Arts
Council will present an exhibition of paintings by Stephen Dittberner: Our Rivers Rock until Feb. 9.
FERRY BUILDING GALLERY 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays. 604-925-7290 ferrybuildinggallery. com Wit Whimsy: A mixed media exhibition with Sharon Greig, Lisa Klepak, Saul Miller and Isabelle Procter will run from Jan. 12 to 31. Opening reception: Tuesday, Jan. 12, 6-8 p.m. Meet the artists: Saturday, Jan. 16, 2-3 p.m.
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] Family Day: Families are invited to explore exhibitions, take part in art discoveries and use interactive "discovery" tables to learn more about the gallery Saturday, Jan. 9 from noon to 5 p.m. At What Cost? An exhibition guest curated by Hilary Letwin that explores the theme of environment, and its impact on Canadian artists will run until April 16.
KAY MEEK CENTRE 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. 604-981-6335 kaymeekcentre.com Abstract Art Exhibit: Paintings by Marlise Witschi will be on display from Jan. 5 to Feb. 5. Opening reception: Wednesday, Jan. 6, 6-8 p.m.
PRESENTATION
HOUSE GALLERY 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Wednesday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 604-986-1351 presentationhousegallery.org My House: An exhibition that brings together the work of artists Mike Kelley and Ryan Trecartin will be on display Dec. 19-March 3. There will be a discussion on Mike Kelley Friday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. followed by an opening reception at 8 p.m.
RON ANDREWS COMMUNITY SPACE 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. 604-987-8873 or 604-347-8922 Formality: Clay artist Donna Lee Dorosh will show her newest pots and photographer David Vanderkop will show his landscapes from Europe until Jan. 10.
SILK PURSE ARTS CENTRE 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Tuesday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 604-925-7292 silkpurse.ca The Soulful Season: An exhibition of established and emerging artists will run until Dec. 20.
WEST VANCOUVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY 1950 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-925-7400 westvanlibrary.ca Cultural Journey: An exhibition of panels and photographs that highlights the backbone of the Squamish Territory - the Sea-to-Sky Corridor will run until Jan. 12.
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: Enda Bardell's exhibition titled Reconstruction, a series of hard edge abstract paintings, will be on display until Jan. 13.
Concerts DEEP COVE COFFEE HOUSE Mount Seymour United Church, 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. 604-363-5370 [email protected] Illiteratty will perform Friday, Dec. 18 at 9 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. and there will be an open stage at 7:30 p.m. Admission: $10 which includes coffee and
goodies.
GORDON SMITH GALLERY OF CANADIAN ART 2121 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. 604-998-8563 [email protected] Musical Morning in the Gallery: A tour of the current exhibit followed by a classical music concert with Janelle Nadeau: Harp Voice Tuesday, Jan. 19, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tickets: $10/$7.
LYNN VALLEY COMMUNITY ROOM 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Friday Night Live: An improv comedy variety show for all ages every Friday at 7:30 p.m. Schedule: Jan. 15, Camillo the Magician; Jan. 22, Illiteratty (folk band); Jan. 29, Beverley Elliott (singer, actor and storyteller); Feb. 5, musical improv; and Feb. 12, Sandra-Mae (valentine jazz). Tickets: $10 at the door.
SILK PURSE ARTS CENTRE 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. 604-925-7292 silkpurse.ca Classical Concert Series: Stile Moderno comprised of violinist Arthur Neele and lute player Konstantin Bozhinov will perform Thursday, Jan. 7 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $15.
Classical Concert Series: Pianist Antoine Joubert will perform
Thursday, Jan. 14 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $15.
Theatre CAPILANO UNIVERSITY PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. 604-990-7810 capilanou.ca/blueshorefinancialcentre/In a Blue Moon: A love story about finding home in unexpected places Friday, Jan. 8 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $41/$37/$20.
DEEP COVE SHAW THEATRE 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. 604-929-3200 deepcovestage.com The Dragon of Wantley: An annual pantomime Dec. 18, 19, 22, 23, 28-30 and Jan. 1 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 19, 20, 26, 27 and Jan. 2 at 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $15.
KAY MEEK CENTRE
1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. 604-981-6335 kaymeekcentre.com The Dream Song of Olaf Asteson: Eurythmy Northwest will present an ancient Norwegian folk saga of the Holy Nights Saturday, Jan. 9, 7:30-9 p.m. Tickets: $20/$15.
Seeds: A retelling of the legal battle between a Saskatchewan farmer and an international bio-tech giant Jan. 19-21 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $50/$39/$25.
ST. MARTIN'S HALL 195 East Windsor Rd., North Vancouver. Hickory Dickory Dock: The SMP Dramatic Society will perform its annual pantomime Jan. 14-16, 22, 23, 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. with matinees Jan. 16, 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. Admission: $21/$18/$14. Tickets: 604-767-0665 or smpdramatics. com.
THEATRE AT
HENDRY HALL 815 East 11th St., North Vancouver. 604-983-2633 northvanplayers.ca The Little Mermaid: A pantomime tale for children Dec. 18-20, Fridays at 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 and 4 p.m. Tickets: $12/$6.
Dance CENTENNIAL THEATRE 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. 604-984-4484 centennialtheatre.com The Nutcracker: The Royal City Youth Ballet will perform Sunday, Dec. 20 at 1 and 4 p.m. Tickets: $38/$27.
Clubs and pubs BEAN AROUND THE WORLD COFFEES/BEANS ON LONSDALE 1802 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. 604-985-2326 Live Music every Thursday, 8 p.m.
BLUHOUSE MARKET AND CAFE 4342 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. 604-838-0948
CAFE ORSO 4316 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver.
DEEP COVE BREWERY 170-2270 Dollarton Hwy., North Vancouver. deepcovecraft.com
FINCH AND BARLEY 250 East First St., North Vancouver. finchandbarley. com
HUGO'S RESTAURANT 5775 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-281-2111 Live Music every Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. Open Mic Jam every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.
JACK LONSDALE'S PUB 1433 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. 604-986-7333 Live Music: Every Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m.
LEGION #118 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. 604-985-1115 [email protected]
LYNN VALLEY LEGION 1630 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. 604-987-2050
MIST ULTRA BAR 105-100 Park Royal, West Vancouver. 604-926-2326 DJs spin classic dance music
from the '80s, '90s and today.
NARROWS PUB 1979 Spicer Rd., North Vancouver.
NORTH SHORE ALANO CLUB 176 East Second St., North Vancouver.
QUEENS CROSS PUB 2989 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. queenscross.com Adam Woodall will perform 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 Jazz Pianist Randy Doherty will perform every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 p.m.
RUSTY GULL 175 East First St., North Vancouver.
Live Music Wednesday, Friday and Saturday; Mostly Marley will perform 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 will perform acoustic music every Wednesday, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
THE VILLAGE TAPHOUSE The Village at Park Royal, West Vancouver. 604-922-8882.
Adam Woodall will perform acoustic music every Thursday, 8-11 p.m.
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 PARK TILFORD CINEPLEX ODEON THEATRE 200-333 Brooksbank Ave., North Vancouver.
The North Shore International Film Series: The North Vancouver Community Arts Council will screen Canadian, independent and foreign films throughout the fall, winter and spring. A Royal Night Out will play Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $11. Info: nvartscouncil.ca/events/north-shore-internationalfilm-series or 604-988-6844.
WEST VANCOUVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY 1950 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-925-7400 westvanlibrary.ca SFU Philosopher's Cafe: Everyone is welcome to join a discussion with moderator Randall Mackinnon Friday, Dec. 18 at 10:30 a.m. Topic: Ethics and socio-technological change. Info: 778-782-8000 or philosopherscafe.net.
Artists Confidential: An intimate, behind the scenes conversation with some of the cast from the docu-drama Seeds Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 1:30 p.m.
- compiled by Debbie Caldwell. Email information for your North Shore event to [email protected].
