Culture Cram In celebration of Culture Days, North Vancouver District Public Library is offering space for free to the community for connecting with each other through culture. Applications are due by Aug. 13 and the forms can be obtained at [email protected] or 604-990-5800 x8115.
Memorial Dedication A ceremony for the 100th anniversary of Canada entering the First World War Monday, Aug. 4, 11 a.m. at Cates Park, North Vancouver. Be a part of history in dedicating a unique jade stone memorial to honour those who gave their lives for freedom. There will also be a parade of flags, guest speakers and songs of tribute.
Movie Nights in the Plaza North Vancouver City Library will host free screenings of popular family movies on Fridays starting at sunset in front of the library at 120 West 14th St. Schedule: Aug. 8, 8:40 p.m., Nut Job; and Aug. 22, 8:24, Frozen. Popcorn and beverages will be available for purchase. nvcl.ca
civic plaza craft fair Juried artists and crafters will sell their creations Saturday, Aug. 9, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Civic Plaza, Lonsdale Avenue and 13th Street, North Vancouver. nvartscouncil.ca
Royal Tea-By-The-Sea A tea with goodies and a celebration of the British Monarchy will take place Saturday, Aug. 9, 2-4 p.m. at Dundarave Park, West Vancouver. Participants are encouraged to wear fancy hats. Minimum $5 donation. [email protected]. royaltea.ca
dog days of summer Visit Bowen Island for a family fun day full of tail wagging fun including contests, dog parade, exhibits, refreshments and dog-themed entertainment Sunday, Aug. 10, noon at The Union Steamship Co. Marina lawn, Snug Cove. Free. 604-947-0707 x2
Salish Sea Summer Gathering Join together in the fight against the Kinder Morgan pipeline expansion Sunday, Aug. 10 from noon to 8:30 p.m. with 20 musical acts including Chilliwack, Holly McNarland, Vice Vaccaro and Klash Akt at Cates Park, 200-block Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver. The event will include a salmon barbecue, info fair, artisan market, indigenous foods, a green energy zone and more. twnsacredtrust.ca
Home Office Computer Basics: Hardware, Software and Networking Receive tips on optimizing your home-office setup Monday, Aug. 11 or 25, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. The presentation will cover hardware, networking (file-sharing and printer-sharing), customer management relations applications, data management and analysis, and mobile device integration. Registration required. 604-929-3727 nvdpl.ca
Discussion Lounge Drop by for a group discussion on local issues Wednesday, Aug. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Van. 604-929-3727 x8168 nvdpl.ca
Hop into Hoopla Training Sessions Learn how to stream or download movies, television shows, music albums and audiobooks from Hoopla, a Netflix-like service for North Vancouver libraries, Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2-3 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration required. 604-929-3727 x8166 nvdpl.ca
E-Reader and Tablet Clinic Book an appointment for one-on-one assistance with iPads, androids, e-readers and more Thursday, August 14, 2-4 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7405 westvanlibrary.ca
outdoor movie night Re/Max Rossetti Realty will host a screening of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at Delbrook Park, Thursday, Aug. 14 starting at 8:30 p.m. Attendance is by donation of food items in support of Harvest House. realestatenorthshore.com/movie-night-2014
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