Got stuff you don't want? Recycle it with the Developmental Disabilities Association. A complimentary pick-up service is available by calling 604-273-4DDA. Bin locations: develop.bc.ca.
The North Shore Canada Day parade committee is now accepting applications for the 2015 event. Look at the website for information, including a downloadable application form. The site also includes information for people wanting to volunteer. canadadaynorthshore.org [email protected]
UNDER THE BIG TOPKids in kindergarten to Grade 7 are invited to participate in games, crafts, lessons and other activities until March 20, 1-3:30 p.m. at the Salvation Army, 105 West 12th St., North Vancouver. $10 for the week. 604-988-6040 [email protected]
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: A River Cruise Through Central Europe, March 18; and Exploring Peru on a Photo Safari, March 25. Cost: $15 per session. 604-925-7270 ferrybuildinggallery.com
U40 (Under 40) Networking Event Mix and mingle with other business professionals and listen to Daniel Frankel, owner of Tap Barrel, and Paul Brassard, president of Digital Fluency, talk about their personal experiences with starting up a business Wednesday, March 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Digital Fluency, 200-92 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Members $10/future members $15. nvchamber.ca
Annual General Meeting The B.C. SPCA West Vancouver branch is holding its annual general meeting 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 B.C. SPCA are welcome to attend.
The Bible As Literature The North Shore Unitarian Church is inviting the public to delve into the different interpretations of biblical stories and poetry Thursday, March 19, April 16 and May 21, 12:30-2:30 p.m. at 370 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. Topics will include the Book of Ruth, Hebrew Biblical Poetry and the Gospel of Mark. 604-926-1621
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. This free presentation includes a guest speaker from Vancity. Registration not required.
2015 home expo Vancouver's building, renovation and decor show March 20-22 at Karen Magnussen Arena, 2300 Kirkstone Rd., North Vancouver. Schedule: Friday, March 20, 5-9 p.m.; Saturday, March 21, 9:30-5:30 p.m.; Sunday, March 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. homeshowtime.com 1-800-471-1112
On the Waterfront Western Stevedoring will host tours for the community to see first-hand the work that takes place at Lynnterm Friday, March 20, 9 and 10:30 a.m. and Saturday, March 21, 10:30 a.m. at Lynnterm East Gate, 15 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. Reservations: 604-904-2800.
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.
Pub quiz Assemble a team and let the competition begin Saturday, March 21, 7 p.m. at Caulfeild Cove Hall, 4773 Piccadilly S., West Vancouver. Six people per team. Tickets $20. caulfeildcovehall.ca, 604-812-7411
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. $145. 604-346-6213 [email protected]
Book Signing Jennifer Harrington is presenting her children's book Spirit Bear Sunday, March 22, 12-2 p.m. at Indigo Books Park Royal Mall South. Event also includes a reading at 1 p.m. ecobooks4kids.com
West Vancouver business showcase The West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is hosting more than 30 tables on display featuring West Vancouver and Bowen Island businesses Tuesday, March 24, 3-7 p.m. at 2225
Marine Dr. Free.
westvanchamber.com
