North Vancouver Community Band meets Thursdays, 7:30-9:15 p.m. at Carson Graham secondary, 2145 Jones Ave., North Vancouver. All musicians are welcome to join this group, which performs about 10 concerts a year. [email protected]
Digital Buddies Sign up for appointments with teen volunteers to learn how to use email more effectively Wednesdays, Nov. 5-26, 5-7 p.m. and Saturdays until Nov. 29, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required. 604-925-7405 westvanlibrary.ca
A First AnnAnnAnniversary Celebration of the Paul Sugar Palliative Support Foundation will take place Sunday, Nov. 2, 4-8 p.m. at Two Lions Public House at Westview shopping centre, North Vancouver. There will be musical entertainment, appetizers and a cash bar. Dress code is plaid and jeans.
pumpkin drop Bring a pumpkin. The District of North Vancouver Fire Rescue is hosting a pumpkin drop Sunday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the training centre, 900 St. Denis Ave. By donation. All proceeds go to the North Vancouver Firefighters Charitable Society. All pumpkins will be recycled through green waste. st. thomas aquinas christmas craft fair Sunday, Nov. 2
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas High School, 541 West Keith Rd., North Vancouver. The fair features a cafe, bake sale and crafters, including woodwork, silver jewelry and more. All ages welcome. Admission $2. aquinaschristmascraftfair.weebly.com
Book Launch Arrivals and Departures: The Ferries and the People of Horseshoe Bay will be launched Monday, Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. at Larson Station Restaurant, Gleneagles Clubhouse, 6190 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. The book will be available for $20.
Dare to be Heard - Literary Salon Come read your story, poem or memoir piece Monday, Nov. 3, 7-8:45 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. These free sessions, hosted by the North Shore Writers Association, celebrate local writing without critiquing. Authors at all stages of the writing journey and interested listeners are welcome. nswriters.org
one on one technology assistance Receive help with the Internet, email, word processing and more Tuesday, Nov. 4, 3-4:30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Register for a half hour session at 604-929-3727. nvdpl.ca
Fall art classes acrylic studio Tuesdays, Nov. 4-Dec.9, 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.
Remembrance Day EvEvent In honour of Remembrance Day, Silver Harbour Seniors' Activity Centre will host a colour party and a performance by the Silver Harbour choir Tuesday, Nov. 4, 1:30 p.m. at 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. The choir will also lead the audience in songs from the two world wars. RSVP. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com
UnUnl ock Your Future - the Key to Scholarships Students in grades 10, 11 and 12 and their families are invited to learn about this program that provides information for high school students to simplify and facilitate the scholarship process Tuesday, Nov. 4, 6:30 p.m. at Rockridge secondary, 5350 Headland Dr., West Vancouver. $10 per family or $5 per person. sd45.bc.ca/news/key-to-scholarships.html
Author Talk Join Adrienne Brown as she discusses her book The Life and Art of Harry and Jessie Webb Wednesday, Nov. 5, 7-8:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. westvanlibrary.ca
book launch The20Project, a collection of personal stories written by people from around the world, will be released Wednesday, Nov. 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Ferry Building Gallery, which is located at 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Event includes appetizers, wine tasting and giveaways. Please RSVP to Michelle Arduini, arduini.michelle@
gmail.com, by Nov. 2. For more information, visit the20project.com
Author talk Join psychotherapist Mike Pond for questions and signing of his book The Couch of Willingness Wednesday, Nov. 5, 7-8:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, which is located at 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Registration required. Register at 604-984-0286 x8144
The Christmas Bureau Kickoffff Party will take place Wednesday, Nov. 5, 10:30 a.m. at Family Services North Shore, 113-255 West First St., North Vancouver. The Christmas Bureau provides low-income families with a hearty meal on Christmas day and toys on Christmas morning.
fall art classes Life Drawing (non-instructional) Adults. Hone figure drawing skills in this creative environment with a different live model each week, Wednesdays, 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.
usiness excellence awards gala Join the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce for an evening recognizing this year's award nominees Thursday, Nov.6, 6-10 p.m. at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way. Tickets $130. Register online at nvchamber.ca
