Spring Break Book Buddies: A program that matches children from ages six to 10 with teen reading mentors will run until March 28 at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. During 30 minute sessions, Big Book Buddies listen to their Little Buddies read aloud and help them choose books to take home. Registration: 604984-0826, ext. 8141 or at the library. Info: nvdpl.ca.
North Vancouver City Library's Teen Photo Contest and Gala: Until May 10, students in grades 6-12 are invited to email the library a single photo in which they have captured this year's theme "The Right Place at the Right Time." A panel of experts will evaluate the submissions and the short listed entries will be displayed throughout the library. The winners will be announced at a gala on Saturday, June 1. Info: nvcl.ca.
All Aboard for Kindergarten: North Vancouver City Library's book club for little ones will run till the end of June. Parents register their child at the library at 120 West 14th St. and receive a reading record. They then read to their child or have them read the books listed in each section of the record. After completing each section, children can go to the library and decorate a paper train car with their name. There will be a prize of a new book for completing all ten sections of the reading record. Info: nvcl.ca.
WEDNESDAY
Easter Family Storytime: All ages are invited to drop in for 30 minutes of Easter stories, songs and rhymes Wednesday, March 27, 1: 30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: westvanlibrary.ca.
Easter Egg-stravaganza: Easter themed stories and a craft followed by a scavenger hunt Wednesday, March 27, 10: 30-11: 30 a.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Registration required: 604-987-4471, ext. 8175.
Red Cedar Book Club will meet on Wednesdays, April 3 and 17, 3: 45-4: 30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Book titles nominated for the
Red Cedar book awards will be discussed. There will also be snacks and activities. No registration required. Info: 604929-3727.
103 Air Cadet Squadron: Open to youth ages 12-19, cadets meet Wednesdays, 6: 30-9: 30 p.m. at 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Register at any meeting. Info: 604-987-8818.
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.
Family Storytime: A free drop-in program of stories, songs, action rhymes and more for the whole family, Wednesdays, 1: 30-2 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: 604-9257408 or westvanlibrary.ca.
French Storytime: Free drop-in for ages six-nine, Wednesdays, 4-4: 45 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: nvcl. ca.
Imagination Storytime: A free drop-in program for children ages one-five every Wednesday, 10-10: 30 a.m. at Active Baby, Capilano Mall, North Vancouver. Info: 604986-8977.
Mount Seymour United Church Youth Choir: Youth ages 11-15 are invited to join the choir that practices every Wednesday, 4 p.m. at 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. No singing or music-reading ability required. Info: 604-929-1336 or mtseymourunited.com.
North Shore Celtic Ensemble: Children ages nine to 17 with at least two years experience of violin and an interest in Celtic music, are invited to play in a lively ensemble. Rehearsals take place Wednesday evenings at Handsworth school, 1044 Edgewood Rd., North Vancouver. Info: cgiguere@ telus.net or nsce.ca.
Parent and Tot Gym: Open gym time for children ages one-five, Wednesdays, 12: 15 p.m. at Ron Andrews Community Centre, 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. Parent participation and supervision is required. Drop-in fee: $1.
Sea Cadets offers youth ages 12-18 physical fitness, citizenship and leadership while fostering an interest in Canada's civilian and naval maritime communities. Meetings are held Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. at 1555 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. New members welcome. Info: 604988-8911 or [email protected].
Toddler Storytime: Free drop-in for children ages two-three, Wednesdays, 10: 1510: 45 a.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: nvcl.ca.
ToddleTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages 24-36 months, Wednesdays, 10: 30-11 a.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration is not required. Info: nvdpl. ca/children.
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
Spring Break Movie Matinee: All ages are invited to a screening of Wreck-It Ralph Thursday, March 28, 2 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Rated G. Info: westvanlibrary.ca.
Babytimes: Songs, action rhymes, finger plays and picture books geared for the very young, Thursdays, 10: 1510: 45 a.m. for pre-walkers and 11-11: 30 a.m. for walkers up to 23 months, at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Free drop-in. Info: westvanlibrary.ca or 604-925-7408.
Gleneagles Family Storytime: A free drop-in program of puppetry, songs and stories, Thursdays, 10-10: 30 a.m. at Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: westvanlibrary. ca.
Pacific Spirit Children's Choir invites kids ages five to 18 to their new season. Rehearsals take place Thursdays, 5-6: 20 p.m. at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. Info: Gerald van Wyck, music director, 604-808-5231 or pschildrenschoir.ca.
Pemberton Heights Mums' Group meets the second Thursday evening of each month at different members' homes. Info: Shauna at 604984-4434 or smmarkham@ shaw.ca.
StoryTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages three to five, Thursdays, 10: 30-11 a.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration is not required. Info: nvdpl. ca/children.
FRIDAY
Kids Night Out: Arts, crafts, gym-time and a movie, Fridays, 6: 45-9: 30 p.m. at Lynn Valley Community Centre, 3590 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. For kids ages three-12. Fee: $9.50. Registration: 604-987-7529.
Storytime Fun: A free drop-in program of stories, songs and puppets with a focus on pre-reading skills, for ages three to five, Fridays, 10: 3011 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: 604-9257408 or westvanlibrary.ca.
Table Tennis: Drop-in program for all ages, Fridays, 45: 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.
SATURDAY
Hospice Easter Event: The North Shore Hospice will hold an Easter egg hunt and basket decorating contest for ages three to 12 on Saturday, March 30, 1 p.m. at 319 East 14th St., North Vancouver. Baskets will be $5 each and proceeds will go to the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation. There will be live music by the North Shore Celtic Ensemble. Info: 604-984-3743.
Young Naturalists' Club - Celebrate Trees: Children ages five to 13, accompanied by an adult, will help restore part of the park by planting tree seedlings Saturday, April 6, 1: 30-3: 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.
New Children's Therapy Centre Opens with Day of Children's Activities: To celebrate the grand opening of Leap Physiotherapy for Kids they will offer a day of free family and children's activities Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 1093B Roosevelt Cres., North Vancouver. Family yoga, children's art classes and interactive games for kids and families to learn about their bodies will run throughout the day. Registration is recommended. Info: info@ leapphysio.ca or leapphysio.ca.
Youth Drop-In: High school aged kids are invited to hang out and play music, video games and air hockey the first and third Saturday of the month, 7-9 p.m. at Lynn Valley United Church, 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. Drop-in by a suggested donation of $2-$5.
SUNDAY
Easter Events: Lonsdale Quay Market will celebrate Easter with an egg hunt Sunday, March 31, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver. Children of all ages are invited to collect eggs to claim prizes. There will also be craft time and face painting (for a small fee) from noon to 3 p.m. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance at 1 p.m. Info: lonsdalequay.com.
Easter Egg Dash: Hop on down to John Lawson Park in West Vancouver for the annual kids' egg hunt hosted by the Lions Club Sunday, March 31 at noon.
Sensational Sundays - Masters of Mayhem: Madcap antics with Wells and Woodhead, for age five and older, Sunday, April 21, 2 p.m. at Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Admission: $20/$10. Tickets: centennialtheatre.com or 604984-4484.
MONDAY
Parent-Child Mother Goose: Registration has begun for this group experience for parents with babies or young children that focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs and stories together. The program will run on Mondays, April 8-June 17 with a toddler group from 9: 1510: 15 a.m. and an infant group from 10: 30-11: 30 a.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Online registration only at familyservices.bc.ca.
Open Door: A support group for single mothers of preschool-age children, with free child care and workshops, meets Mondays, 9: 30 a.m.1: 30 p.m., at 870 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Lunch will be served. Info: 604-9851122 local 28.
North Vancouver Youth Band is looking for new members at all levels. Practices are held Monday-Thursday. Info: 604-980-5823
TUESDAY
Book Buddies: Teen volunteers motivate and provide positive reading experiences for readers to age 12 during 30 minute sessions Tuesdays, April 2-23, 4-6 p.m. or Saturdays, April 6-27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration: 604-925-7408.
Teen Movie Night: The Perks of Being a Wallflower will be screened Tuesday, April 9, 6 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Rated PG. Info: westvanlibrary.ca.
525 Pathfinder Air Cadet Squadron: Youth ages 12-18 meet every Tuesday, 6: 309: 30 p.m. at St. Anthony's school, 595 Keith Rd., West Vancouver. Info: 604-9254434 or 525aircadets.org.
Capilano Youth Orchestra welcomes new players ages five to 25. Practices are held on Tuesdays, 4: 15-5: 15 p.m. for junior strings, 5: 30-7 p.m. for intermediate orchestra and 7: 15-9: 45 for senior orchestra at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1110 Gladwin Dr., North Vancouver. Info: 604988-8818 or dlmusicstudio@ shaw.ca.
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.
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