Author Talk: Annie Paquette will talk about her book Left, Right, then Center: A story From the Middle, an insightful and humorous spiritual memoir Wednesday, May 8, 7-8: 30 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Registration required: 604-9870286, ext. 8144.
Community Kitchen: The community is invited to a new eating experience Wednesday, May 8, 11: 30 a.m.-1 p.m. with the opening of the new Community Kitchen at St. Andrews United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. The Chinese Seniors Outreach program will sponsor/prepare a Chinese lunch for a drop-in fee of $5 (or donation). Info: Rev. Judith Hardcastle, 604-985-0408 or Lori, 604982-8333.
Death Café: A public salon that offers a safe and friendly environment to talk about death and dying will hold its first North Shore gathering on Wednesday, May 8, 7-9 p.m. at Casa Nova Café, 116 East 14th St., North Vancouver. Registration required: northshoredeathcafe@ gmail.com.
Housing Forum: The District of West Vancouver is considering allowing coach houses and will hold a public forum with a distinguished panel to speak on the topic Wednesday, May 8, 7 p.m. at Kay Meek Centre, 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver.
Simplify Your Kitchen: A free discussion about gadgets, food supplies and meal preparation Wednesday, May 8, 7: 30 p.m. at Café by Tao, 120-260 West Esplanade, North Vancouver. Info: meetup.com/simplifylife/ events/103991522/.
Tech Connect: A drop-in presentation about two of the library's most popular products: Zinio Online Magazines and Press Display Online Newspapers Wednesday, May 8, 7-8: 30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: nvcl.ca.
Watershed Connection: Learn about North Vancouver's watersheds through dialogue, interactive watershed activities and meeting other community members Wednesday, May 8, 6-9 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. RSVP: northvancouverwatershed. eventbrite.ca.
Sea to Sky Regional Heritage Fair: Local students will display their creative understanding of Canada's past against a backdrop of Celtic and Persian song and dance and heritage activities Fri-day, May 10, 6-8 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: nvma.ca or 604-990-3700, ext. 8016.
Argyle Cabaret: A dinner and dance will take place Saturday, May 11, 7 p.m. at Mulgrave school theatre, 2330 Cypress Bowl Lane, West Vancouver. The gala event will showcase Argyle music students and also raise funds for graduation music student scholarships. Admission: $55. Tickets: cabaret.fusionticket.com.
Festival du Printemps Franco-Fun: Ecole Andre Piolat will hold its annual spring fundraising fair Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at 380 West Kings Rd., North Vancouver. There will be French music, games and traditional food and more.
Lonsdale Spring Celebration: Celebrate your neighbourhood Saturday, May 11, 11 a.m.2 p.m. behind Harry Jerome Community Centre at 21st Street and Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver. Free activities and live entertainment. Info: northvanrec.com.
Motown Breakdown: A rhythm and blues and Motown themed fundraising dance in support of West Vancouver Youth Band Saturday, May 11, 7: 30 p.m. at the West Vancouver ice arena, 786 22nd St. The evening will feature Wednesday at Ernie's and Groove 'N Tonic. Admission: $45/$35. Tickets: westvanyouthband.ca. Info: 604-921-3412.
Queensbury's Spring Event: Be part of a community fair at Queensbury school Saturday, May 11, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at 2020 Moody Ave., North Vancouver. There will be plant sales, garage sale tables, bouncy castle, jousting ring plus more. Free entrance. Info: Tracey, tmorettin@ shaw.ca.
Silver Harbour Spring Sale: Craft sale, gifts, woodwork, stained glass and more will be for sale Saturday, May 11, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Silver Harbour Seniors' Activity Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Info: silverharbourcentre. com or 604-980-2474.
Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue will hold an adoption event with a Mother's Day theme Saturday, May 11, 1-5 p.m. at VanPet in Lynn Valley Village, North Vancouver. Info: 778-227-4505.
Drop In, Log In, Learn: Free one-on-one tech tutorials for adult beginners Sundays, May 12 and 26, 1: 15-2: 15 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Tech-savvy teens will help with questions about computers, mobile phones, PDAs and other high-tech devices. Info: nvcl.ca.
Canadian Workplace Culture: North Vancouver City Library is offering a free interactive workshop for internationally-trained new Canadians Wednesday, May 15, 1: 303: 30 p.m. at 120 West 14th St. Registration is not required. Info: nvcl.ca.
West Vancouver Historical Society will hold its annual general meeting Wednesday, May 15, 7 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Speakers from the fire museum will be featured at the meeting.
Handsworth Grad Class of 1973: A 40th reunion will take place Saturday, May 18, 5-11 p.m. at Cheers restaurant (upstairs), 125 East Second St., North Vancouver. Tickets: $30, includes appetizers. Payment can be made out and sent to: Handsworth Grad 1973 40th Reunion, 270 East 10th St., North Vancouver, B.C., V7L 2E1. Info: Pat Comey, [email protected].
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