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 www.nsce.ca.
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, Sept. 17-Dec. 3 with a toddler group from 9: 15 to 10: 15 a.m. and an infant group from 10: 30 to 11: 30 a.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Online registration only at familyservices.bc.ca.
Urban Scrapbook: Enjoy a three-day exploration of the city, produce and urban scrapbook and skits. Aug. 2931, 10-11: 30 a.m. for ages fiveeight and 1-2: 30 p.m. for ages nine-12 at North Vancouver Museum, 209 West Fourth St., North Vancouver. Fee: $15. Registration required: 604-990-3700, ext. 8016 or [email protected].
Imagine and Explore - Go Bats: Children ages three to six, accompanied by an adult, will learn all about bats Saturday, Sept. 1, 10: 30 a.m. to noon at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration: 604-990-3755.
St. John Ambulance Cadet Program New Enrolment: The cadet program teaches leadership, teamwork and First Aid skills. Enrollment session: Tuesday, Sept. 4 at 6 p.m. Info: 604-818-2198.
Fun in French: A free program of stories, songs and more in French for ages three to eight on Sundays, Sept. 9-Oct. 28, 1: 30-2 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration: 604-925-7408.
Summer Reading Club Medal Ceremony: A ceremony to congratulate everyone who has read for at least 50 days this summer will take place Friday, Sept. 14, 7 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: www. westvanlibrary.ca.
Classic Fairy Tales Series: Puppeteer Mirjana Heath will bring to life classic fairy tales featuring classical music selections Sept. 29 at 10: 30 a.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Tickets: $8/$5. Reservations: 604-925-7292. Info: www.silkpurse.ca.
Something Cool After School: Get information about afterschool activities on the North Shore Saturday, Sept. 29, noon to 4 p.m. at Capilano Mall, North Vancouver. Learn about sports, theatre, music, dance, recreation and clubs.
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: 6049878818.
Crafts Funtastic: Creative activities for kids ages six to 12 with 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: www.jbcc.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: www.pschildrenschoir.ca.
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