Youth Week: An international celebration of youth will run until May 7 with a variety of activities at North Vancouver locations. For a complete schedule visit www.cnv.org/youthweek.
Snacking Secrets: Learn how to plan healthy snacks that preschoolers will eat (without ruining their dinner) Wednesday, May 2, 7-8: 15 p.m. at Grand Boulevard preschool, 520 East 20th St., North Vancouver. Fee: $10 per person. Registration required: karen.randall@gmail. com.
The Sound of Hope Ladies Evening: Rotary International will host a fundraiser for the hearing impaired youth of Bali Thursday, May 3, 7-9 p.m. at 1133 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. There will be wine, appetizers, a fashion show, pampering, a silent auction and more. Admission: $35. Tickets: thesoundofhopebali@gmail. com.
Booktopia: An annual children's literature festival which promotes literacy, celebrates language arts and cultivates creative thought will run from May 4 to 12 at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Opening reception: Friday, May 4, 4 p.m. Winners of the Member of Parliament Writing Award will be announced. There will also be workshops and a schedule and information can be found at www.booktopia.ca.
Clothing Sale: A fundraiser for a group of girls that will travel to Rwanda on a Youth Unlimited mission trip will take place Friday, May 4, 1: 30-4 p.m. at North Shore Alliance Church, 201 East 23rd St., North Vancouver. There will be clothing suitable for pre-teens and teens. Shirts, pants, shorts, sweaters and skirts will be for sale for $5 and jackets and coats for $10, with unsold clothing to be donated to Salvation Army.
Big Bang Pool Party: The Aspires Society, an organization that supports youth with Asperger syndrome, will host a pool party for youth ages 10 and older Saturday, May 5, 8-10 p.m. at Karen Magnussen Community Centre, 2300 Kirkstone Rd., North Vancouver. There will be snacks and door prizes. Fee: $5 (parents free). Registration and info: [email protected] or 604-987-4733.
Children's Co-Creative Choir: An introduction for kids ages nine to 12 to get a taste of an upcoming summer camp Saturday, May 5, 10 a.m. to noon at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Admission by donation. Info: 604-600-3558 or [email protected].
Cityfest: A Youth Week event organized by local civic organizations and businesses to promote youth involvement in society Saturday, May 5, noon to 4 p.m. in the parking lot at Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. The festival will feature a skateboarding competition, dance and drama performances, live bands, art displays and a free barbecue for early birds.
Ridgeway elementary's 100th Anniversary: Past students, teachers, administrators support staff, parents and neighbours are invited to celebrate Saturday, May 5, 11: 30-3: 30 p.m. at 420 East Eighth St., North Vancouver. There will be a heritage display, refreshments, a cake cutting at 2: 30 p.m. and a mini show and shine of vintage and collectible cars. The spring fair will also be held on the same day. Info: www.ridgewayelementary.ca or 604-903-3740.
Rummage and Bake Sale: Kiwanis Towers Social Club will hold a sale Saturday, May 5, 9: 30 a.m.-1: 30 p.m. at 170 West Second St., North Vancouver. All proceeds will go to seniors activities in the building.
Super Spring Flea Market: A full range of items will be for sale Saturday, May 5, 8: 30 a.m.-2: 30 p.m. at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. There will be antiques, clothing, estate goods, jewelry, books, hardware, toys, electrical, kitchenware and more.
BCSPCA Open House: Come meet the animals Sunday, May 6, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the SPCA West Vancouver Branch, 1020 Marine Dr. In addition to featuring pets looking for loving homes there will be education booths, refreshments, a bake sale, face painting and merchandise for sale. Info: www.spca. bc.ca or 604-922-4622.
Booktopia Goes to the Movies: Watch a screening of Tintin Sunday, May 6, 1: 30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Rated: PG. Info: www. westvanlibrary.ca.
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