Authors in our Community Novelist and screenwriter Pauline Le Bel will talk about her book Becoming Intimate with the Earth Wednesday, April 29, 7-8:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. 604-925-7400 westvanlibrary.ca
Public Consultation - Neighbourhood Characacter and Building Bulk The community is invited to meetings to provide feedback and possible actions that may positively impact the issues of development on neighbourhood character at the West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. There will be open houses April 29, 4-7 p.m. and May 23, 9:30 a.m.-noon. A town hall meeting will take place May 26. Doors open at 6 p.m. and a presentation will be at 7 p.m. westvancouver.ca/neighbourhoodcharacter
100 in 1 day info session and workshop Develop urban intervention ideas or find out more information on the global festival of civic engagement Thursday, April 30, 6-8 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Free, all ages welcome. vancouver.100in1day.ca
A4k boxing dinner and gala A Vegas-themed fundraising event Friday, May 1, 6 p.m. at Hollyburn Country Club, 950 Cross Creek Rd., West Vancouver. Includes cocktail reception, professional casino games and dealers, three-course dinner and more.$190 individual, $1,700 gala table of 10. a4k.ca/news/2015-gala/
Quake Cottage The North Shore Emergency Management Office will demonstrate an earthquake simulator that has been brought from California May 1, 5-10 p.m. at 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver; May 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Park Royal South, West Vancouver; and May 9 at 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver.
English corner Enjoy English conversation while making new friends Fridays, May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 10-11:30 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. westvanlibrary.ca
Super Spring flea market Offering everything from antiques, clothing and estate goods, to jewelry, hardware and more Saturday, May 2, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave.
Local author Stephen Foey will be launching his new book Ooh-la-la Land: Escapades on the French Riviera Saturday, May 2, 12-4 p.m. at Indigo Books, 1025 Marine Dr., North Vancouver; and Sunday, May 3, 12-4 p.m. at Indigo Park Royal Mall South, West Vancouver.
Mad Hatter'S tea paparty The second annual Mad Hatter's Tea Party, a fundraiser for a project in Malawi, will take place Sunday, May 3, noon to 2 p.m. at West Vancouver Presbyterian Church, 2893 Marine Dr. $25 Call church office to reserve tickets. 604-926-1812
Unwrappappapping Bubble Wrappappapped Kids - The Power of Play Learn more about the importance of play, especially risky play, to children's growth and development Monday, May 4, 7 p.m. at Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. After the keynote presentation a panel will discuss "risky play" and potential steps to enhance play opportunities for all children. A question-and-answer session will wrap up the evening. Registration required. $5. 604-987-7529
Let's talk Develop English skills while discussing current events Wednesdays, May 6, 13, 20 and 27, 7-8:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. westvanlibrary.ca
Parkgate Men's Singers A casual barbershop-style singing program 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
Marketing Yourself to potential employers A career specialist will be on hand to show how to effectively present skills and value to potential employers or networking contacts Wednesday, May 6, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Free. nvcl.ca
THE LIONS GATE christian acaacaacademy awards The academy is hosting their annual spring gala fundraiser Wednesday, May 6, 6-9:30 p.m. at BlueShore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts, Capilano University, 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. $20. For tickets call, 604-984-8226.
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