espiritu vocal ensemble is looking for committed choral singers, particularly tenors, but will audition any interested singers, who enjoy challenging and diverse repertoire. Must have good music-reading skills and enjoy performing professional concerts. Rehearsals are Monday evenings at West Vancouver United Church. Contact Gillian: 778-847-1210 or [email protected].
A mbleside farmers' market Every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 26 in the 1500 block of Bellevue Avenue, West Vancouver. Market includes
bread, honey, organic and traditional produce, jams and more. Celebrate organic week at the market Sept. 28, with old time accordian music by Heart and Soul. For more information visit artisanmarkets.ca
lonsdale quay farmers' market Every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 25 at 123 Carrie Cates Court. Market includes conventional and organic produce, jewelry, photography and more.
Celebrate organic week at the market Sept. 27, including folk music by Ivan Boudreau. For more information visit artisanmarkets.ca
Boat Show at the Creek Mosquito Creek Marina presents this annual show Sept. 21,
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 415 West Esplanade, North Vancouver. Event features more than 150 boats, display booths, hospitality tents and demo slips for sea trials. $12. 604-987-4113 mosquitocreekmarina.com
bicycle treasure hunt ride Sunday, Sept. 21 10 a.m.to 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
disaster response and you A two-hour workshop Monday, Sept. 22 7-9 p.m. at the North Shore
Emergency Management Office, 147 East 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 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. Event includes appetizers and a cash bar. $20 members, $27 for non-members. Register at business. nvchamber.ca
time, place and space Join artist Richard Tetrault Wednesday, Sept. 24 7-9 p.m. at the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver, for a disucssion and visual presentation on how he sources visual material and draws inspiration from
the Downtown Eastside. For more information visit ferrybuildinggallery.com
first world war centenary lecture series Join historians Garrett Poman and Allan Orr for lectures Thursdays, Sept. 25 and Oct. 2, 9 from 6:30-8 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Lectures cover causes of First World War and its peace arrangements in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. westvanlibrary.ca
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.
north shore culture days A three-day celebration to raise awareness of arts and culture Sept. 26-28 at various North Shore locations. Includes more than 50 free, hands-on and interactive activities for all ages. Event kicks off Sept. 26, 5 p.m. at Shipbuilders' Square. artsoffice.ca.
Email information for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to [email protected].
