Summer and Teen Reading Clubs registration is underway at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: 604-925-7408 or www. westvanlibrary.ca.
Read to Me: Registration is underway for this program in which children under the age of five are encouraged to read with someone special and keep a reading log. A kick-off party is scheduled for Wednesday, July 4, 1: 30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. The event will feature songs, stories and music with the Music Man Will Stroet. Info: www.nvcl.ca.
Summer Reading Club: Registration is underway for kids in kindergarten to Grade 6. A kick-off party is scheduled for Saturday, July 7, 1: 30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St., with Mike Larson from Mike's Critters on hand to show off his strange animals and share a few surprising facts. Info: www. nvcl.ca.
Olympic Swimming Celebration: Celebrate the Summer Olympics and the last day of school with a swimming party Thursday, June 28, 1: 304: 30 p.m. at Ron Andrews Community Centre, 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. There will be popcorn, crafts and demonstrations by swim teams, divers, synchronized swimmers and water polo players. Fee: $1. Info: 604-987-7529.
Imagine and Explore - Got Slime: Children ages threesix (accompanied by an adult) can learn about slugs and snails Saturday, June 30, 10: 30 a.m.noon at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.dnv.org/ecology/.
Imagine and Explore - In a Flap: Children ages threesix (accompanied by an adult) can learn about the world of ravens, robins and a whole flock of forest birds Saturday, July 7, 10: 30 a.m.-noon at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.dnv. org/ecology/.
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: 6049878818.
After-School Sports: Ages eight-15 can drop in for fun any Monday, Wednesday or Friday, 3: 30-5: 30 p.m., John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1.
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.
Crafts Funtastic: Children ages six-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: 604-982-8311.
Family Storytime: A free dropin 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: 604-925-7408 or www.westvanlibrary.ca.
French Storytime: Free drop-in for ages six-nine, Wednesdays, 44: 45 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www. nvcl.ca.
Imagination Storytime: A free dropin program for children ages one-five every Wednesday, 10-10: 30 a.m. at Active Baby, Capilano Mall, North Vancouver. Info: 604-986-8977.
Mount Seymour United Church Children's Choir: Children ages five-10 are invited to join the choir that practises every Wednesday, 3: 45 p.m. at 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. The program is all about having fun with music. Info: www. mtseymourunited.com.
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 www.mtseymourunited.com.
North Shore Celtic Ensemble: Children ages nine-11, who have at least two years of violin, ongoing private lessons and an interest in Celtic music, are invited to play in a lively ensemble. Rehearsals take place Wednesdays from 7: 30 to 8: 30 p.m. at Handsworth school, 1044 Edgewood Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in: $10. Info: [email protected] or www.nsce.
Parent and Tot Gym: Drop-in gym for kids ages one-five, Wednesdays, 6-7: 30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1. Info: 604-982-8300.
Parent and Tot Gym: Open gym time for children ages one-five, Wednesdays, 1-2: 15 p.m. at Ron Andrews recreation centre, 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. Parent participation and supervision is required. Drop-in fee: $1.
Sea Cadets offers youth ages 1218 physical fitness, citizenship and leadership while fostering an interest in Canada's civilian and naval maritime communities. Meetings are held Wednesdays, 6: 30-9: 15 p.m. at 1555 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. New members welcome. Info: 105sea@ cadets.net or 604-988-8911 ext. 1.
Storytime: Free weekly stories for children up to five years old read by North Shore mom Stef Green, every Wednesday from 10 to 10: 30 a.m. at Active Baby in Capilano Mall.
Toddler Storytime: Free drop-in for children ages two-three, Wednesdays, 10: 15-10: 45 a.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www.nvcl.ca.
Young Mothers Program: For mothers 24 years old and under, Wednesdays, 12: 30-2: 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.
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.
Pacific Spirit Children's Choir invites kids ages five-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 www.pschildrenschoir.ca.
Pemberton Heights Mums' Group meets the second Thursday evening of each month at different members' homes. Info: Shauna, 6049844434 or [email protected].
St. Andrew's United Church Choirs: Angelic Voices, (ages five-eight) Thursdays, 5-5: 45 p.m.; and Saintly Singers (ages nine-16), Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., at the church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-985-0408 or www.standrews-united.ca.
FRIDAY
After-school Sports: Kids ages eight-15 can drop in for fun Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays, 3: 30-5: 30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1.
Kids Night Out: Arts, crafts, gym-time and a movie, Fridays, 6: 45-9: 30 p.m. at the Lynn Valley Community Centre, 3590 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. For kids ages three12. Fee: $9.50. Registration: 604-987-7529.
Parent and Tot Art: Dropin art for children ages twofive, Fridays, 9: 30-11 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $5, $2 for an additional child.
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.
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
Parent and Tot Gym: Dropin gym for kids ages one-five, Saturdays, 9: 15-10: 45 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1. Info: 604-982-8300.
Scottish Country Dancing: Every Saturday at Mickey McDougall gym, 123 East 23rd St., North Vancouver. Beginners, 9-10 a.m.; intermediate, 1011 a.m., advanced, 11 a.m.noon. Info: 604-922-4406 or [email protected].
Storytime with Carol: Indigo Park Royal presents Carol Healy with stories for all ages every Saturday, 11 a.m. at the Park Royal Shopping Centre south mall location. For more information call 6049223222.
SUNDAY
Circle of Dreams: A program to connect seniors with parents and children in the same community. There is an information session the first Sunday of every month, 3 p.m. at Dream Designs Chakra Lounge, 1502 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. To RSVP call 604-922-8325.
Youth Group: A free program for kids in grades 7-9 meets the second and fourth Sunday of the month, 6: 30-8 p.m. at Lynn Valley United Church, 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. The program includes activities, games and discussions focused on personal and community health, vitality, diversity and spirituality.
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 jennifer@acapellachorus. com.
After-school Sports: For kids ages eight-15 Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays, 3: 305: 30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1.
Family Place: Drop-in for children under five and their caregivers, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon at the West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Drive. Drop-in: $3. Info: 604-925-7141.
French for Fun: Free drop-in French program for children ages three-five, Mondays, 10: 1510: 45 a.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. For more information visit www.nvcl.ca.
Open Door: A support group for single mothers of preschoolage 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. For more information call 604-985-1122 local 28.
Shop and Stroll: A free mom and baby exercise class every Monday, 9: 30 a.m. at Park Royal Shopping Centre's north mall. Meet in front of the Eddie Bauer store. Info: 604-461-7827 or www. runnersandbootiesfitness.com.
St. Andrew's Sunshine Kids: A free program, with stories and activities, for children ages 2½four on Mondays, 3: 30-4: 30 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Parents welcome. Info: 604-985-0408 or www.st-andrews-united.ca.
North Vancouver Youth Band is looking for new members at all levels. Practices are held Monday-Thursday. Info: 604-980-5823
The WayCup Cafe: Activities for kids ages 15-19, including movies, games, dancing, food and more, every Monday, 79 p.m., at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Info: 778-389-3357 or www.wayaware.com.
TUESDAY
525 Air Cadet Squadron: Youth ages 12-18 meet every Tuesday, 6: 30-9: 30 p.m. at St. Anthony's school, 595 Keith Rd., West Vancouver. Info: 604-925-4434.
Army Cadets: Tuesday evenings, 6: 30 p.m., at the J.P. Fell Armoury, 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Youth ages 12-18 are welcome. Info: 604-666-6222 or www.cadets. net/pac/2573army.
Capilano Youth Orchestra welcomes new players ages five-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: [email protected].
Circle of Care: A free drop-in program for family childcare providers, nannies and children five years old and younger, Tuesdays, 9: 30-11: 30 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Info: North Shore Community Resources, 604-985-7138.
Family Place: Drop-in for children up to five years old and their caregivers Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon at the Ambleside adventure playground building, Ambleside Park, West Vancouver. Drop-in: $3. Info: 604-925-7141.
Family Storytime: Free dropin for children ages four-eight, Tuesdays, 7-7: 30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www. nvcl.ca.
Navy League Cadets For youth ages nine-12 band. Meetings are held Tuesdays, 6: 30 p.m., at 1555 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-988-8911 ext. 2 or www. members.shaw.ca/nlcc46.
