American Voting Registration: Democrats Abroad is encouraging U.S. and dual citizens to register for the next election. Those interested can register Aug. 16-18, 4-7 p.m. at Trafiq Cafe & Bakery, 1860 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: www.cafetrafiq.ca.
Tag You're Knit: A free knitin and workshop to encourage participants toward building temporary public artworks referred to as yarn bombing will take place Thursday, Aug. 16, 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].
Hot Rod Saturday: Park Royal Village will host its seventh annual hot rod show Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in the village. The event will showcase more than 150 different makes and models. For more information visit www.shopparkroyal.com.
Royal Tea By The Sea: A tea and celebration of the Diamond Jubilee will take place Saturday, Aug. 18, 24 p.m. at Dundarave Park, West Vancouver. Participants are encouraged to wear fancy hats. Tickets: minimum $5 donation. Reservations: [email protected]. Info: www.royaltea.ca.
Summer Artisan Craft Fairs: Local artisans and crafters will display and sell their handcrafted items Aug. 18-19, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Civic Plaza, 14th Street and Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver.
Tsleil-Waututh Nation Cultural Arts Festival: Experience aboriginal cultures with live performances, a scavenger hunt, canoe tours and demonstrations of ancient coastal technologies Sunday, Aug. 19, noon-6 p.m. at Cates Park in Deep Cove. Info: www.twnation.ca.
Dog Wash Fundraiser: The West Vancouver B.C. SPCA will hold dog wash fundraisers Aug. 26 and Sept. 30, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Ambleside Park, 1020 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Fee: minimum $20 per wash. All proceeds go to help animals.
Mercedes-Benz in the Park: Collectors will show off their shiny specimens at Waterfront Park in North Vancouver Sept. 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: www. mbcavancouver.org.
UBC Law Students' Legal Advice Program: Free legal advice for low-income individuals at clinics at the North Shore Neighbourhood House, 225 East Second St., North Vancouver, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays until Aug. 17. To book an appointment call 604-822-5791.
Learn to Fish Program: The Freshwater Fisheries Society of British Columbia is offering classes for families every Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon until Aug. 19 at Rice Lake in North Vancouver's Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. Learn techniques, etiquette and basic fish biology. Gear will be provided. Participation is by donation. Registration required: 604-504-4716. Info: www.gofishbc.com.
Salsa by the Sea: All levels and ages are invited to learn Latin American dancing Thursdays, 6: 30-8: 30 p.m. until Aug. 30 outside the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $6. Weather permitting.
SummerFest Dance Saturdays: Demonstrations and interactive dance lessons every Saturday until Sept. 1, 2-4 p.m. at Lonsdale Quay, 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver. Donations will be accepted on behalf of the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation. Info: at www. lonsdalequay.com. and Archives invites you to join Shipyard Sal for a free walking tour of the historic Burrard Dry Dock shipyard Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1: 30-3 p.m. until Sept. 1. Meet at the corner of Carrie Cates Court and Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver. Info: 604-990-3700, ext. 8008.
Mountaineer with Molly: Learn about mountaineering's past with this North Vancou-ver Museum and Archives tour, Sundays, 1-4 p.m. until Sept. 2 at Lynn Canyon Park, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Info: 604-990-3700, ext. 8008.
Change for Change: As Canada bids farewell to the penny, you can donate your pennies and change to The North Shore Disability Resource Centre by dropping them off at 3158 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. Call 604-985-5371 for pick-up.
Pitch Your Pennies for Good: The North Shore Community Resources Society is collecting pennies, rolled or not. They can be dropped off at the community resources office in Capilano Mall, 201935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. Info: 604-985-7138.
Stamp Collection Fundraiser: The Order of the Eastern Star is collecting used postage stamps. Stamps can be dropped of with the receptionist at the North Shore News, 126 East 15th St., North Vancouver. The fraternal organization uses money from the sale of stamps to purchase medical supplies to make and provide dressings for cancer patients throughout the province.
