Un-Gala Fundraiser: Harvest Project is inviting people to purchase a virtual ticket by May 31 and stay home and enjoy time with friends and family. A $25 ticket can be purchased at www.harvestproject.org.
Saving Lives One Penny at a Time: The Lions Gate Gogos, which supports the Stephen Lewis Foundation, have collected $7,127.51 in pennies since 2008 and would like the public's help to reach a goal of $10,000 before the penny is withdrawn from circulation. Donations can be dropped off until June 30 at: Seymour Art Gallery, Highlands Cleaners, The Red Tulip Gift Gallery, Village Fish Market and North Shore Smile. Info or pickup: [email protected].
Barbecue Against Bottles: The group Together Against Plastic Bottles will host a community barbecue to raise awareness about the social, economic and environmental issues surrounding bottled water Saturday, May 27, 1: 30 p.m. at Ridgeway elementary, 420 East Eighth St., North Vancouver. There will also be live performances and information booths. Information: www.wix.com/tapbottles/ tapbottles.
Big Book Sale: The Friends of the North Vancouver District Public Library will hold a sale May 27, noon to 4 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd. A huge variety of books and audio visual materials will be available, ranging from 50 cents to $2. On Sunday everything will be half price; $3 for a bag of books and $6 for a box.
Dog Wash Fundraiser: The West Vancouver BCSPCA will hold a dog wash Sunday, May 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at 1020 Marine Dr., West Vancouver (in Ambleside Park). Fee: minimum $20 per wash. All proceeds go to help animals.
Sheer Delight and Woolly Wonders: Maplewood Farm will hold its annual sheep shearing festival Sunday, May 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at 405 Seymour River Pl., North Vancouver. Border collie dogs will put on a show herding sheep and ducks at 10: 30 a.m. and 12: 30 p.m. There will also be craft tables and weaving demonstrations. Info: www.maplewoodfarm.bc.ca or 604-985-3276.
Meet Your Mayor: Drop in to Lynn Valley library's fireplace area for one-on-one chats with North Vancouver District Mayor Richard Walton, Tuesday, May 29, 9: 30-10: 45 a.m. at 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Check www.nvdpl.ca for updates as dates and times may be subject to change.
CoolDrinks: A casual gathering to connect and inspire community members interested in taking action on climate change will take place Wednesday, May 30, 6: 30-9 p.m. at Cheers Restaurant, 125 East Second St., North Vancouver. Environment expert Stephen Salter will lead an evening of presentations and workshop discussions on how leading cities design their energy, water and waste infrastructure with nature and how this approach has benefited society. Fee: $10, includes snacks. Registration: registration@coolnorthshore. ca. Info: www.coolnorthshore. ca.
Delbrook Community Association will hold an annual general meeting Wednesday, May 30, 7-9 p.m. at North Vancouver District Hall, 355 West Queens Rd. Topics will include updates on Balmoral school and William Griffin Community Centre. Fashion Show and Tea: Silver Harbour Seniors' Activity Centre will hold a tea, which will include a strawberry dessert plate, along with a fashion show of handmade clothing and accessories made by their own classes Wednesday, May 30, 2-3: 30 p.m. There will also be entertainment. Admission: $6.50. Tickets: 6049806003.
Literary Visits: Author Linda Hutsell-Manning will talk about her writing career and read from That Summer in Franklin, her first novel for adults Wednesday, May 3078: 30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St.
The Search for Extrasolar Planets and Extraterrestrial Life: The North Shore Jewish Community Centre/Congregation Har El will host a free conversation with astronomy expert Stanley Greenspoon Wednesday, May 30, 7: 30 p.m. at 1305 Taylor Way, West Vancouver. Greenspoon will lead the audience through a presentation and discussion on the astronomical and physical issues involved in the discovery of extrasolar planets, examine the criteria for the existence of life on them and throw open for discussion the effects the discovery of extraterrestrial life, intelligent or otherwise, could have on humans. Info: 604-925-6488.
The Art of Healthy Living Series: Networker Joyanna Anthony will host an interactive "Idea Party" Thursday, May 31, 7-9 p.m. at the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. The party will get you buzzing with ideas, connections and ways to discover what you love to do. Fee: $13. Registration: 604-925-7270. Info: www. ferrybuildinggallery.com.
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