Playday at Delbrook: A parent and tot facilitator-led social time Tuesdays, 10: 15 a.m.-12: 15 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Activities include craft projects, playtime with equipment, storytime and sing-alongs. Drop-in: $3. Info: 604-9877529 or northvanrec.com.
Reading Tails: Emma, a certified St. John Ambulance therapy dog will help kids read Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. until Nov. 21 at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. To register for a 20 minute appointment call 604925-7408.
Book Buddies: A program that matches children ages six to 10 with teen reading mentors. Weekly half-hour sessions will take place Tuesdays until Nov. 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Big book buddies listen to their little buddies read, read aloud to them, help them choose books to take home and play literacy-based games. Registration: 604987-4471, ext. 8175. Teens looking to volunteer can find information on how to apply at nvdpl.ca/teens.
Young Writers' Club: Grades 5 to 12. Pack an afternoon snack, your favourite pen and notebook, and explore techniques like free-writing, role-playing and black out poetry. Runs from 4-6 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month, starting Nov. 14 at Molly Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver. $10 per session or $60 for eight sessions. Info and registration: Maggie Bolitho at ywc@shaw. ca or 778-338-4733.
Where the Wild Things Are: Presentation House Theatre presents this stage version of Maurice Sendak's beloved children's book Nov. 16, 7 p.m. and Nov. 17, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. at 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. Tickets: $15. Info and tickets: 604990-3474 or phtheathre.org.
Classic Fairy Tales Series - The Golden Bird: Puppeteer Mirjana Heath will bring to life classic fairy tales from around the world featuring memorable characters and enchanting music Saturday, Nov. 17, 10: 30 a.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Tickets: $8/$5. Reservations: 604-925-7292. For details, visit silkpurse.ca.
Wii Tournament for Teens:
North Vancouver CIty Library will host its fifth annual Wii Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 1 p.m. Online pre-registratio required. Info: nvcl. ca or 604-998-3450.
Young Naturalists' Club - Walk Like an Animal: Children ages five to 13 will learn how to spot animals that are hiding in the forest Sunday, Nov. 18, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. To take part in YNC programs you must become a member of the club by signing up at ync. ca. Registration required: 604990-3755.
Teen Board Games Night: Teens are invited to play games like Settlers of Catan, Munchkin, Small World and more Wednesday, Nov. 21, 47 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Free. Registration: 604-984-0286, ext. 8144.
Pro-D Matinee: West Vancouver Memorial Library will show Brave Friday, Nov. 23, 2 p.m. at 1950 Marine Dr. Free. Info: westvanlibrary.ca.
Imagine and Explore - Swishing Salmon: Children ages three to six, accompanied by an adult, will learn about the lives of salmon and discover the stream ecology that supports them Saturday, Nov. 24, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration required: 604-990-3755.
Young Naturalists' Club - Winter Takes Flight: Children ages five to 13 will learn about the birds that love to visit us in winter with naturalist Kevin Bell Sunday, Dec. 2, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. To take part in YNC programs you must become a member of the club by signing up at ync. ca. Registration required: 604990-3755.
Celebration in the Woods: Games, treats and a celebration of winter Saturday, Dec. 8, from noon to 4 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. There will also be a black light puppet show. Drop-in fee: $5 per family or $2 per person.
WEDNESDAY
103 Air Cadet Squadron: Open to youth ages 12-19, cadets meet Wednesdays, 6: 309: 30 p.m. at 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Register at any meeting. Info: 604-9878818.
Summer Sports Drop-in: Ages eight to 13 can drop in for fun any Wednesdays 3: 305: 30 p.m., John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1. Info: 604-982-8300 or www.jbcc.ca.
Crafts Funtastic: Children ages six to 12 can discover the wonderful world of art with creative activities; including painting, sponging, drawing, collage and more on Wednesdays, 3: 30-5: 30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St.,
North Vancouver. Drop-in: $2. Info: 604-982-8300 or jbcc.ca.
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: nvcl. ca.
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