Un-Gala Fundraiser: In order to avoid the obligation of yet another charity event, The 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 $7127.51 in pennies since 2008 and would like the public's help to reach a goal of $10,000 before the penny is withdrawn from circulation.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 the following locations: Seymour Art Gallery, Highlands Cleaners, The Red Tulip Gift Gallery, Village Fish Market and North Shore Smile. Info or pick-up: [email protected].
Learn to Fish Program: The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC will offer classes for families every Sunday (excluding July 1) until Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at Rice Lake in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, North Vancouver. Learn techniques, etiquette and basic fish biology. Gear will be provided. Participation by donation. Registration required: 604-504-4716. Info: www.gofishbc.com.
CoolDrinks: A casual gathering to connect and inspire community members interested in taking action on climate change will meet 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 which includes snacks. Registration: [email protected]. Info: www.coolnorthshore.ca.
Delbrook Community Association will hold an annual general meeting Wednesday, May 30, 7-9 p.m. at the 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 307-8: 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 astronomer 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.
Input Needed: The District of West Vancouver is planning for a post-disaster standard public safety building. The public's input is needed at an Open House prior to council making significant decisions for the project. The Open House will begin at 7 p.m. and participants are encouraged to come anytime between 7 and 9 p.m. as there will be no formal presentation. Date and location: May 31, West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. Staff and subject matter experts will be on hand to provide information and answer questions. Info: www.westvancouver.ca/psb.
Tag You're Knit: A knit-in and workshop to encourage participants towards building temporary public artworks referred to as yarn bombing will take place Thursday, May 31, 7-9 p.m. at CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. All levels and skills are invited to participate. Registration: 604-988-6844 or [email protected].
Cedar Garden Assisted Living will host its annual Spring Bazaar Saturday, June 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1250 Cedar Village Close, North Vancouver. There will be a hot dog barbecue, used goods, crafts, baking, silent auction and more. All proceeds go directly to the seniors to enhance their recreation programming. Info: 604-904-6435.
Centennial Community Day Celebration: A free waterfront party for all ages will take place Saturday, June 2 at various locations along the waterfront. The event will include a classic car show, beer garden, performers and more. For full details visit www.westvan100.ca.
The Jim Martin Mingler: An inaugural fundraising gala Saturday, June 2, 6 p.m. at the Capilano Rugby Football Clubhouse, 305 Klahanie Court, West Vancouver. Funds raised will go towards bursaries and scholarships for North Shore athletes in memory of the late coach Jim Martin. Tickets are $30 and include dinner, one drink, live music, dancing and a silent auction. Info: www.jmartinsociety.org or [email protected].
North Shore Area Transit Plan: TransLink will attend community events throughout the North Shore to gather feedback on 13 projects that have found to be high priorities for the next 10 years. Open House Schedule: June 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Ambleside Park; June 7, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Lions Bay General Store and June 9, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Lonsdale Quay SeaBus Terminal. Comments can also be made at www.translink.ca/nsatp or [email protected].
West Vancouver School District Centennial Celebration will take place Saturday, June 2, 9: 30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Hollyburn elementary, 1329 Duchess Ave. The festivities will begin with a Squamish Nation blessing followed by maypole dancing, vintage games and a kids versus firefighter's tug of war. There will also be displays and music and the event will end with cupcakes for everyone.
Team Finn Pancake Breakfast: The Botto Team presents a pancake breakfast and coffee by donation to benefit the Ride to Conquer Cancer event in support of the B.C. Cancer Foundation, on Sunday, June 3, 8-10 a.m., at Tommy's Cafe. Bobs and Lolo will perform on the main stage at Lynn Valley Village 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Deep Cove Bookworms: A book club that meets the second Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m. in a private home will hold its next meeting June 14. New members welcome. Info and location: [email protected] or 604-980-4011.
Drop-in Book Club: The club will meet Wednesday, June 27, 7-8: 30 p.m. for a discussion on The Imperfectionists at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Information: www.nvcl.ca or hschiller@ cnv.org.
Dog Wash Fundraiser: The West Vancouver BCSPCA will hold a dog wash Sunday, July 29, 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.
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