Spring Art Classes - LI fe Drawing Noninstructional classes will take place Fridays until May 30 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Maplewood House, 399 Seymour River Pl., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $15. 604-988-6844 nvartscouncil.ca
authors in our community Former geologist and gold prospector Michael Maser will present Gold Mad, a historical thriller set in the Klondike, Wednesday, May 28, 7-8:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. westvanlibrary.ca
hop into hoopla digital services and resources librarian Jennifer O'Donnell will be conducting workshops on streaming and downloading content on computers, tablets and smartphones Wednesday, May 28 from 2-3 p.m. at Parkgate Branch Library, 3675 Banff Court, and
Thursday, June 5 from 2-3 p.m. at Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd. Workshops are free, registration is required. 604-987-4471, 604-929-3727.
arts and arias spring concert Saint Edmund's elementary, 535 Mahon Ave., North Vancouver, is holding its annual fundraising concert and silent auction Thursday, May 29 at 7 p.m. stedmunds.ca
Author talk Graduate Kelsey Blair is launching her novel Pick and Roll Thursday, May 29, 3-5 p.m. at Argyle secondary, 1131 Frederick Rd. [email protected]
Introduction to word 2010 Thursday, May 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Learn how to create documents, enter and edit text, insert images, format and save files, set up printing and manage folders. Registration is free.
tas te of ambleside The West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce presents the third annual event on Thursday, May 29 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. from 13th to 19th streets along Marine Drive and Bellevue Avenue. Visit more than 70 businesses, sample food and wine, receive coupons and discounts. $20 adults, $5 children under 12. 604-926-6614
ca nada cup street socc er tournament hosted by The Salvation Army North Vancouver Shields, Thursday, May 29, 1:30-3 p.m.; Friday, May 30 from 9:30 a.m.-12 noon and 1:30-3 p.m.; and Saturday May 31 from 9:30 a.m.-12 noon and 1:30-3 p.m. at Kinsmen Field, 18th Street and Jones Avenue.
introduction to excel 2010 Learn the various ways the program is used and how to be more efficient Friday, May 30 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 W. 14th St.
friends of the library book sa le Hosted by the North Vancouver District Public Library Friday, May 30 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, May 31 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, June 1 12:30-4 p.m. at Lynn Valley Main Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd. Books and audio visual materials range from 50 cents to $2. Bring a bag to carry purchases. nvdpl.ca
lynn valley da ys ca rnival Festivities begin Saturday, May 31 at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast followed by a parade at 10 a.m. starting at Mollie Nye Way and continuing along Lynn Valley Road to Lynn Valley Park. This event will also include a cookshack, FunZone, car show and more. The festivities will conclude with a free concert featuring The Boom Booms. lynnvalleyday.ca
celtic medley song and string player's showcase Saturday, May 31 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Waves Coffee House, 3050 Mountain Hwy. Those interested in performing can contact Doug Medley, 604-985-5646.
gleneagles artisan festival The festival will feature an artisan market of more than 30 vendors and live entertainment Saturday,
May 31 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr., West Vancouver.
North Vancouver Lawn Bowling Club will hold an open house Saturday, May 31, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2160 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Come and try the sport for life. northvancouverlawnbowling lawnbowlingclub.ca
spring art sale The North Shore Artists' Guild is holding a Spring Art Show and Sale Saturday, May 31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Drive. The guild is unveiling latest works and the event will showcase hundreds of original paintings.
call for applicants The Minerva Education Awards are looking for female student applicants for their various awards. Submission deadline is Sunday, June 1. For more information visit theminervafoundation.com
MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES
Philomena, Judi Dench is perfect in the role of a woman trying to trace the child she was compelled to give up for adoption 50 years ago Monday, June 2, 6:30-9 p.m., West Vancouver Memorial library, 1950 Marine Drive.
english conversation corner Come and practise and improve your English language skills in a fun group of new speakers. Knowledge of some English is required to participate Mondays, June 2-30, 7:30-8:45 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. 604-984-0286 x8144 nvdpl.ca
baileys women's prize for fiction Celebrate the winner with wine and cheese, special Baileys drinks, prizes and excerpts from the six shortlisted books Wednesday, June 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City library, 120 West 14th St. Registration required. nvcl.ca.
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