Capilano Universe March Lecture Capilano Library is hosting a Capilano Universe Lecture on the topic of building connections with Vietnam hill tribes Wednesday, March 11, 7-8:45 p.m. at 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Free. Registration not required but seating limited. nvdpl.ca
One-On-One Technology Assistance Sign up for half an hour of personalized help with the Internet, email, word processing, social media and more Wednesday, March 11, 3-4:30 p.m. at Parkgate Library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Register at 604-929-3727 x8168
Transportation Referendum Public Information Session Learn more about the upcoming referendum and the key elements of the plan that will affect North Shore residents Wednesday, March 11, 7-8:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Free. Registration required. 604-984-0286 x8144 nvdpl.ca
The Ultimate Traveller A series of travel talks accompanied by photographs with world traveller Peter Langer Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. at the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Schedule: Discovering the Beauty of India, March 11; A River Cruise Through Central
Europe, March 18; and Exploring Peru on a Photo Safari, March 25. $15 per session. 604-925-7270 ferrybuildinggallery.com
Parkgate Men's Singers A casual barbershop-style singing March 12 and April 1 and May 6, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Lyrics and music for popular songs, mostly from the 1940s and '50s, will be provided along with piano accompaniment. Registration required. 604-929-3727 x8166 nvdpl.ca
5 Days for the homeless Campaign A nationwide campaign to raise awareness about homeslessness and at-risk youth runs until March 13 at Capilano University, 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. Donations of clothing, non-perishable food items and personal hygiene products can be dropped into the donation box by the main entrance on campus, or at Hollyburn Family Services Society, 255 West First St., North Vancouver. 5days.ca
One-On-One Technology Assistance Sign up for half an hour of personalized help with the Internet, email, word processing, social media and more Friday, March 13, 1-4 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Register at 604-987-4471 x8175.
Karen Magnussen Tribute: A Benefit Show Showcasing 100 competitive skaters from Connaught Skating Club Saturday, March 14, 6 p.m. at Stadium Rink Minoru Arena, 7551 Minoru Gate, Richmond. Silent auction starts at 5 p.m. Tickets $20/$35 for two. connaughtsc.com
Norouz Festival A free spring celebration Sunday, March 15, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Capilano Mall, North Vancouver. There will be live and DJ music, local and international folk dance, kids arts and crafts, face painting, artwork from local artists and more.
General meeting The West Vancouver Historical Society will hold a meeting Wednesday, March 18, 7 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Don Evans, the chairman of the Capital Campaign Cabinet for the new North Vancouver Museum, will give an illustrated talk on this new facility to be situated in the old Burrard Dry Dock Pipe Shop.
Getting Started With Library Ebooks, Ipads And Tablets Learn how to use the B.C. Library Ebooks website, place holds and check out ebooks with your library card Thursday, March 19, 2-3 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Online registration available. 604-925-7405, westvanlibrary.ca
Annual General Meeting The BCSPCA West Vancouver branch is holding its annual general meeting on Thursday, March 19, 5:30 p.m. at 1020 Marine Dr. The meeting is held for the purpose of electing members of the Community Council for the branch, as well as conducting any other branch business. All members, volunteers and friends of the BCSPCA are welcome to attend.
The Bible As Literature The North Shore Unitarian Church is inviting the public to delve into the different ways of looking at the stories biblical writings March 19, April 16 and May 21, 12:30-2:30 p.m. at 370 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. 604-926-1621
Persian Book Club Read and discuss classical and contemporary Persian literary prose Thursday, March 19, 2-4 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Participants must be fluent in Persian. westvanlibrary.ca
It's Tax Time, Again! The North Vancouver City Library presents an information session about taxes and filing Thursday, March 19, 7-8:30 p.m. at 120 West 14th St. The free presentation includes a guest speaker from Vancity. Registration not required. nvcl.ca
Philosophers' Cafe - Intuition Discuss thoughts about intuition, how to assess the validity of intuitive "insights" and more Friday, March 20, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. westvanlibrary.ca
Neighbours Of The Wilderness Guest speakers, discussion and action roundtables on the topic of water Saturday, March 21, 1-3:30 p.m. at St. Agnes' Anglican Church, 530 East 12th St., North Vancouver. Free, all welcome.
Norouz Gala The Canadian Iranian Foundation will present its annual spring celebration Saturday, March 21, 6:30 p.m. at Coast Coal Harbour Hotel, 1180 West Hastings St., Vancouver. The event will include a buffet dinner, live and DJ music, dance performances, silent and live auctions. Black tie optional. 604-346-6213 [email protected].
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