Double Take: Presentation House Gallery will hold a photography contest designed to inspire and encourage youth. Students are requested to choose an older image and show how the same place, person, object or building has changed over time. Deadline for submissions: Monday, April 30. For more information visit www.chesterfieldscontest.com.
North Vancouver City Library's Teen Photo Contest and Gala: This year's theme is The Unseen Shore. Until May 7, teens in Grades 6-12 are invited to email to the library a single photo in which they have captured "places or things you may miss on the North Shore." A panel of experts will evaluate the submissions and the shortlisted entries will be displayed throughout the library. The winners will be announced at a gala on Saturday, May 26. Info: www.nvcl.ca or [email protected].
Dramaworks will start its theatre arts spring programs for students ranging in ages from four to their late teens March 28 and 29 at a new location, Lawson Creek Studio, 1756 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Registration: 604-925-7270, 604-925-7475 or webreg. westvancouver.ca.
WEDNESDAY
103 Air Cadet Squadron: Male and female youth, 12-19 years of age, meet Wednesdays, 6: 30-9: 30 p.m. at 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Register at any meeting. Info: 6049878818.
Art Studio: Develop your artistic ability while working on your own projects or try something new. Youth ages 1317 can drop in to the studio, 5: 30-6: 30 p.m. Wednesdays at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $2.
French Storytime: Free drop-in for ages six to nine, Wednesdays, 4-4: 45 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www.nvcl.ca.
Parent and Tot Gym: Dropin gym for ages one to five, Wednesdays, 6-7: 30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1. Info: 604-982-8300. Young Mothers' Program: For mothers 24 years old and under, Wednesdays, 12: 302: 30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver.
THURSDAY
Baby Storytime: Free drop-in for children ages two and younger, Thursdays, 10: 15-10: 45 a.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www.nvcl. ca.
Babytimes: Songs, action rhymes, finger plays and picture books geared for the very young, Thursdays, 10: 15-10: 45 a.m. for pre-walkers and 1111: 30 a.m. for walkers up to 23 months, at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Free drop-in. Info: www. westvanlibrary.ca or 604-925-7408.
Gleneagles Family Storytime: Enjoy puppetry, songs and stories, Thursdays, 10-10: 30 a.m. at Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: www. westvanlibrary.ca.
JBCC Story Hour: Free drop-in for children ages five and younger, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Hosted by the North Vancouver City Library at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St. Info: www.nvcl.ca.
FRIDAY
Kids Night Out: Kids can have fun doing arts and crafts, playing in the gym and/or watching a movie, Fridays, 6: 45-9: 30 p.m. at the Lynn Valley Community Centre, 3590 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. For ages three to 12. Fee: $9.50. Registration: 604-987-7529.
Parent and Tot Art: Drop-in art for children ages two to five, Fridays, 9: 30-11 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $5/$2 for an additional child.
Storytime Fun: A free drop-in program of stories, songs and puppets with a focus on prereading skills, for ages three to five, Fridays, 10: 30-11 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. For more information call 604-925-7408 or visit www. westvanlibrary.ca.
Table Tennis: Drop-in program for all ages, Fridays, 4-5: 30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $2.
Treetop Tales: A program of seasonal songs, rhymes and stories with a nature theme designed for children ages two and older accompanied by an adult on the first and third Friday of every month, 11 a.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in by suggested donation of $2.
SATURDAY
Easter Puppet Show: A puppet show to get children excited for Easter this Friday, March 30, 10: 30 a.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Pick up free tickets in the youth department. Info: www.westvanlibrary.ca.
Tina and Ted: The North Shore Theatre for Children will present an environmentally friendly fairy tale on reducing, reusing and recycling April 7, 2: 30 p.m. and April 30, 10 a.m. at Presentation House Theatre, 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. The play is intended for children ages three to eight. Admission: $10/$8. Tickets: 604-990-3474.
The Magic in Music: A monthly program that teaches children the basics of music education and appreciation in a relaxed and friendly group setting Saturdays until June 16, 10: 30 a.m. at The Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Pianist and music teacher Karen Lee-Morlang will lead the workshops. No previous music experience is needed. Fee: $10 per class. Reservations required: 604-925-7292.
SUNDAY
Easter Bunny Hop: Preschoolers are invited to hop on over to hunt for Easter eggs, create cuddly crafts and sing special songs this Sunday, April 1, 9 a.m.-noon at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Egg hunts begin at 9: 30 and 11: 15 a.m. Drop-in fee: $1. Info: 604-982-8300.
Rainforest Rambles - Swoop and Soar: Children ages five to eight accompanied by an adult will learn how birds, bats and bugs fly Sunday, April 15, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.dnv.org/ecology/.
Circle of Dreams: A program to connect seniors with parents and children in the same community so they can spend fun time with each other. There is an information session the first Sunday of every month, 3 p.m. at Dream Designs Chakra Lounge, 1502 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. RSVP: 6049228325.
MONDAY
Questions, Questions - Bug Safari: Children ages three to five accompanied by an adult will meet Lynn Canyon Park's creepy crawlies next Monday, April 2, 10: 30-11: 30 a.m. or 1: 30-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.dnv.org/ecology/.
A Capella Chorus: Choirs for children ages eight-12 and youth 13-18 are looking for new members. Learn songs from Africa, raise money for Education Without Borders, perform outreach concerts for the elderly and make recordings. Rehearsals are Monday evenings at St. Andrew's United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Fee: $40 per month. Info: www.acapellachorus.com or [email protected].
TUESDAY
All About The Hunger Games: Test your knowledge in a book trivia challenge, participate in a survival themed activity and share your thoughts about the first book and the movie adaptation of The Hunger Games Tuesday, April 3, 3: 30-5: 30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration required: 604-929-3727.
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