Introduction to Facebook: Learn how to set up a Facebook profile, add pictures, find friends and family, control content and set privacy settings Wednesday, June 12, 2: 303: 30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. No registration required. Info: 604-929-3727 or nvdpl.ca.
Tech Connect - Genealogy Resources: Learn about Ancestry Library Edition and start discovering your family tree at a drop-in presentation Wednesday, June 12, 7-8: 30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: nvcl.ca.
The Science of Neuroplasticity and How the Brain Can Change: A free discussion on the affects of weak cognitive skills that illustrates how the brain can be trained to make learning easier Thursday, June 13, 7-8 p.m. at Reading & Learning Pathways, 102-1258 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: Andrea Van Ryn at 778-245-3669.
Technology Class: Learn how to use Skype Thursday, June 13 and 27, 2-3 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required: 604-925-7405.
Crush the Coach: A fundraising event for Athletics4Kids Friday, June 14, 6-8 p.m. at Twist Sport Conditioning Centre, 12-1225 East Keith Rd., North Vancouver. Clients can pay $50 for a five-minute time slot allowing them to put their coach through any workout of their choice. Info: 604904-6556, ext. 123.
Bagpipes by the Beach: West Vancouver Firefighters Charitable Society will hold a family oriented pipe band festival, Saturday, June 15, 6 p.m., Ambleside Park, foot of 13th St., West Vancouver. Fee: by donation. Limited seating and parking. Info: 604-329-6084 or [email protected]
Career Success in Canada: A free workshop designed for internationally-trained new Canadians Saturday, June 15, 1: 30-3: 30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Learn how to use various tools, including networking, to find career success. Registration not required. Info: nvcl.ca.
Upcycling Workshop: All ages are invited to make something new from something old Saturday, June 15, 1-3 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Materials will be provided, but participants can feel free to bring additional supplies. Free. Registration required: 604-987-4471, ext. 8175.
Car Show: Italian and French cars and motorcycles will be on display Sunday, June 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Waterfront Park, North Vancouver.
Parkgate Soapbox Derby: Watch local children who have designed their own soapbox cars race Sunday, June 16, 9 a.m.-12: 30 p.m. at Seymour Heights elementary, 2640 Carnation St., North Vancouver. There will be races, music, games and a concession. Info: myparkgate.ca.
Splash - Family Fishing Day: A free opportunity to learn how to fish from knowledgeable volunteers who know the tricks of the trade Sunday, June 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Rice Lake in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, North Vancouver. There will also be exhibits, a salmon barbecue and hatchery tours. Info: 778452-4584 or volunteering@ seymoursalmon.com.
Annual General Meeting: Members of the British Columbia Photography and Media Arts Society are invited to Presentation House Gallery's AGM Tuesday, June 18, 6 p.m. at 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. The public is also welcome to attend, current members have the privilege to vote.
Technology Class: Learn how to find your way around an iPad and try out some apps Thursday, June 20, beginners, 2-3 p.m. and intermediate, 3-4 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Bring your iPad if you have one. Registration: required: 604-925-7405.
One-on-One Computer Assistance: Sign up for 30 minutes of personalized help with the Internet, email, word processing, social media or an e-reader Friday, June 21, 1: 30-4 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Registration required: 604-987-4471, ext. 8175. Info: nvdpl.ca.
Book Lover's Roundtable: Share your favourite books and add to your list of must reads Thursday, June 27, 3: 30-4: 30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: westvanlibrary.ca.
BC SPCA encourages penny donations to help animals in need. The West Vancouver SPCA will collect donations (rolled pennies are preferred) at 1020 Marine Dr. Info: spca. bc.ca.
Computers at the Library: North and West Vancouver public libraries offer free on-going computer classes. For information, dates and locations, visit nvdpl.ca, nvcl.ca or westvanlibrary.ca.
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