Espiritu vocal ensemble, a 40-voice mixed choir, is seeking a tenor section leader for the 2014/15 season. Rehearsals are Monday evenings at West Vancouver United Church. Remuneration is $40 per rehearsal/performance. Espiritu presents high-calibre performances of diverse repertoire. Good music reading skills required. Contact Gillian Hunt, 778-847-1210 or email [email protected].
fall art classes Life drawing (non-instructional) adults. Hone figure drawing skills in this creative environment with a different live model each week, Wednesdays, Sept. 17 to Oct. 22 and Nov. 5 to Dec. 10 at Maplewood House, 399 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver. Six sessions, $75 or $15 for drop-ins. Drawing done onsite, please bring drawing materials. Register online nvartscouncil.ca or by phone 604-988-6844.
Community Celebration Lighthouse Park Preservation Society invites people to celebrate the accomplishments of its volunteers and learn about its next project in The Dale Park, Saturday, Sept. 20, 2-4 p.m. at Caulfeild Cove Hall, St. Francis-in-the-Wood, 4773 Piccadilly South, West Vancouver. Includes guided tour of The Dale Park, live entertainment, refreshments, 50/50 draw, raffle and prizes. lpps.ca
Boat Show at the Creek Mosquito Creek Marina will present this annual show Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 415 West Esplanade Ave., North Vancouver. The event will feature more than 150 boats, display booths, hospitality tents and demonstration slips for sea trials. $12. 604-987-4113 mosquitocreekmarina.com
first world war centenary lecture series Join historians Garrett Poman and Allan Orr for lectures Thursdays, Sept. 25 and Oct. 2 and 9 from 6:30-8 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Lectures cover causes of the First World War and its peace arrangements in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. westvanlibrary.ca
bicycle treasure hunt ride Sunday, Sept. 21 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Shipbuilders' Square, 15 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver. Collect your clue sheet and follow it around Lower Lonsdale answering cryptic questions and collecting a few items of treasure. Prizes will be given at 12:30 p.m. Free. bikefun.wix.com/treasure
dog wash fundraiser Sunday, Sept. 21 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the West Vancouver BC SPCA shelter, 1020 Marine Dr. Minimum donation $20, all proceeds to help the animals. There will also be 50 per cent off cat adoption fees Sept. 21. spca.bc.ca
disaster response and you A two-hour workshop Monday, Sept. 22, 7-9 p.m. at the North Shore Emergency Management Office, 147 E 14th St. Learn how to respond during a disaster, what to think about if asked to evacuate and more. 604-969-7000, [email protected]
Fall art classes acrylic studio Tuesdays, Sept. 23 to Oct. 21 6:30-9 p.m. at Maplewood House, 399 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver, $125, materials not included. For anyone who would like to explore their own subject with professional guidance and instruction. Register online nvartscouncil.ca or by phone 604-988-6844.
award nominees and business after five reception A networking reception Tuesday, Sept. 23, 5-8 p.m. at Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver, for the 17th Annual Business Excellence Award nominees. Three finalists will be announced. Appetizers and cash bar. $20 members, $27 non-members. Register at business.nvchamber.ca
discussion lounge at the library Share and discuss with others local issues and more Wednesday, Sept. 24 10:30 a.m. to noon at Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. No registration required. 604-929-3727 x8168
fishing derby Hosted by the District of North Vancouver Firefighters Charitable Society Friday, Sept. 26, 2 p.m. sharp at the Lions Gate Marina, 1331
McKeen Ave. Tickets $75 per participant, includes free boat launch, T-shirt and barbecue. For those unable to attend there is a raffle draw for a trip to Queen Charlotte Lodge, Haida Gwaii. For tickets email [email protected] or visit Highwater Tackle, 201 Lonsdale Ave.
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