NOTICES
Swirl: Wild Woman Workouts' next movement series will hold classes relating to energy Sundays until Nov. 4, 11: 30 a.m.-1 p.m. at OneDance Creative Arts Centre, 286 Pemberton Ave., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $20. Info: studiowild.ca or 604771-5683.
The Bloodmobile will hold a donation clinic at Argyle secondary, 1131 Frederick Rd., North Vancouver Monday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-4: 15 p.m. Info: facebook.com/bcblood or 604707-3502.
Getting Enough Vitamin D?: Osteoporosis and bone density specialist Dr. Myron MacDonald will talk about recent findings, dosage and effects of vitamin D Monday, Oct. 22, 2 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. For more information visit westvanlibrary.ca or call 604987-9395.
Re-energize Your Body and Mind: Learn quick and easy body-mind techniques to help monitor stress and stay grounded and healthy Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2-4 p.m. at North Shore Community Resources, Cap-ilano Mall, Room 203, 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. Info: Karyn, karyn.davies@nscr. bc.ca or 604-982-3320.
North Shore Restorative Justice Society: Learn about this non-profit organization that offers alternative processes for dealing with conflict that leads to crime Wednesday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Presented by the Canadian Mental Health Association. Admission by donation. Info: 604-9876959, ext. 232 or northwestvancouver.cmha.bc.ca.
The Art of Healthy Living: The last workshop in a series will run Thursday, Oct. 25, 7-9 p.m. at the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Medical and nutrition expert Caroline Sutherland will discuss "The Lure of Addictions." Fee: $15. Registration: 604-925-7270. Info: 604-9257290 or ferrybuildinggallery. com. Mobile Blood Donation Clinics will take place every second Wednesday, Oct. 31, Nov. 14 and 28, 1-8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 10, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at North Lonsdale United Church, 3380 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Info: blood.ca.
Strengthen Your Bones - Managing Osteoporosis: Researcher and speaker Dr. David Kendler will present the latest advances in the treatment of osteoporosis Monday, Nov. 5, 6-8 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: westvanlibrary.ca.
Men's Drumming Circle: Men who provide emotional or practical support to a spouse, parent, relative or friend are invited to a drumming circle Tuesday, Nov. 6, 6: 30-9 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Discover rhythm and find sources of courage and gain renewed perspective. Info: Karyn, karyn. [email protected] or 604-9823320.
Healthy Community Hero Award: Applications are now being accepted for 2013. Visit the Active North Shore website at activenorthshore.com to find out how to nominate an individual, organization or company from the North Shore for next year's award. Nominees must support at least one of the three pillars of Active North Shore, which include active living, healthy eating and living smoke-free. The closing date for nominations is April 1, 2013.
SPORTS, FITNESS AND HEALTH
Karate-Shotokan: Learn martial arts and self-defense, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7-8: 30 p.m. at North Shore Neighbourhood House, 225 East Second St., North Vancouver. Registration: 604-987-8138, ext. 210.
Mild Fitness Classes: Tuesdays, 9: 15-10: 15 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in: $1.
Moderate Fitness Classes: Fridays, 10: 30-11: 30 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in: $1.
North Shore Fitness League: Classes for women of any age, shape or ability, Tuesdays, 9: 3010: 45 a.m. at the West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. Drop-in: $6, first class is free. Info: 604-926-5185.
North Shore Tai Chi Spirit: Josie Loehrich teaches a variety of tai chi and qigong classes at Highland's United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Drop-in prices start at $5. Info: 604-986-9276 or www.meetup.com/northshoretaichi.
North Vancouver Outdoors Club meets the last Monday of each month for trips and weekly events. Info: www.northvanoutdoorsclub.ca or [email protected].
North Vancouver-Vancouver Women's Fastball League offers fastpitch softball in competitive and less-competitive leagues for women aged 19 and older and masters for women aged 35 or 45 and older. Info: Marilyn at 604-682-3579 or [email protected].
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