The following is a selection of volunteer opportunities from various community organizations, made available through Volunteer North Shore, a service of North Shore Community Resources Society.
Arts festival volunteers: Harmony Arts Festival organizers are looking for volunteers for various tasks that include monitoring hands-on activities for children, ushering, traffic control, information and public relations.
One-on-one visitor: A volunteer is needed to visit with a senior in an intermediate care facility, to go for a walk, go shopping or simply read to the senior for an hour. Volunteer will be matched with one specific person to allow for building a worthwhile relationship.
Usher: A volunteer is needed to greet patrons coming into the theatre, provide information on location of box office, theatres and concession areas, take tickets and hand out programs. Must be able to provide clear directions and remain calm under pressure, especially during an emergency evacuation situation.
Seniors Assistance: Volunteers are needed to assist with a Balance and Falls Prevention program running at various locations across the North Shore. This program provides practical assistance to seniors. Time commitment is for two one-hour classes per week. Sessions run for approximately nine weeks.
Kitchen help: North Shore Meals on Wheels Society is looking for volunteers to assemble meals at one or two churches and also help with delivery.
If you are interested in these or other possible volunteer opportunities, call 6049857138. The society is a partner agency of the United Way.
WHAT'S GOING ON
SUNDAY
Gospel Choir at Mount Seymour United: Feel the passion and power of gospel music. All voices are welcome and music reading is not required. The choir sings at worship on the Sunday following the practice. Practices are usually the fourth Thursday of the month at 7: 30 p.m. Check the website for dates. Located at 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. Info: www. mtseymourunited.com.
Polynesian Dance Classes: Beginner classes for adults and children, Sundays and Mondays at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-982-8311.
Vancouver Society of Storytelling: North Shore "Cric Crac" storytelling evenings the first Sunday of each month, 7-9 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Fee: $8/$6, includes tea and cookies.
MONDAY
Bingo: Every Monday at 6: 15 p.m., North Vancouver Legion, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-988-3712.
Canadian Federation of University Women - West Vancouver Branch: The CFUW is an organization committed to promoting education, cultural and social issues of women, as well as providing fellowship and professional contacts. Meetings are every third Monday, 7 p.m. at St. Stephen's Anglican Church, 885 22nd St., West Vancouver. Info: 6049216587.
Contract Bridge: Every Monday and Thursday, 12: 303 p.m. in the Cedarview Room at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $1. Info: 604-987-7529.
English Conversation Corner: Practise and improve your English language skills, Mondays, 7: 30-8: 45 p.m. at the Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Free. Drop-ins welcome. Info: 604-984-0286, ext. 8144 or 604-644-9621.
Espiritu Vocal Ensemble, a high profile community choir that performs a wide variety of music, is looking for motivated singers. Rehearsals take place Mondays, 7-9 p.m. at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. Singers should have basic music reading skills. Call 6049222513 to set up an audition time.
French Choir: This group is always looking for new members. Adult women interested in speaking and singing in French are invited to meet every Monday, 7-9 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Fee: $10 per night. Info: Pierrette, 604-926-2624.
Friendship Toastmasters Club meets to improve communication and leadership skills every Monday, 7: 159: 15 p.m., at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Info: www. friendshiptoastmasters.com.
Israeli Dance: Every Monday, beginners 6: 15-7: 15 p.m., intermediates and open
dancing, 7: 15-9: 30 p.m. at Congregation Har El, 1305 Taylor Way, West Vancouver. Fee: $6 per class. Info: 604568-4771.
Logos Toastmasters Club: Hone your public speaking skills in a fun learning and social environment. The club meets Monday at 7: 30 p.m. at 659 Clyde Ave., West Vancouver. Info: www.logostoastmasters. org or 604-929-7957.
Mount Seymour Lions' Club meets on the first and third Monday of every month at 6: 30 p.m. at 936 Bowron Court, North Vancouver. New members are welcome. Info: Dave Mair 604-929-4135.
North Shore Photographic Society: Learn the basics and refinements of photography at weekly meetings held on Mondays from September to June at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 2347 Inglewood Ave., West Vancouver. Info: www. nsps.ca.
North Shore Toastmasters: Learn through fun and friendship to get over your fear of public speaking or improve your skills. Meetings are held Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the West Vancouver United Church Community Centre from September until June, 2062 Esquimalt Place, West Vancouver. Info: 778235-5819, mrsdianerolston@ gmail.com or www. toastmastersnorthshore.org.
North Shore Women's Centre Family Law Clinic: A family law specialist is available one Monday per month for a one hour free consultation. Info and registration: 604-984-6009.
North Shore Writers' Association meets on the third Monday of every month (except during December and summer months) 7-9 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Visitors and new members welcome. Admission: free for members, non-members $5. Info: www. nswriters.bc.ca.
North Vancouver Outdoors Club meets the last Monday of each month, 7: 30 p.m. at Harry Jerome Community Centre, 123 East 23rd St. and has ongoing trips and weekly events. Info: 604-983-6444, ext. 700 or www. northvanoutdoorsclub.ca.
North Vancouver Rotary Club meets every Monday, 6: 30 p.m. at Cheers Restaurant, 125 East Second St. Prospective members are welcome.
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., 870 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Lunch is served. Info: 985-1122, ext. 28 or www.singlemomsopendoor. com.
Polynesian Dance Classes: Beginner classes for adults and children, Sundays and Mondays at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-982-8311.
The 'WayCup' Cafe: Share views and have fun. Activities for ages 15-19. Movies, games, dancing, great food and a lot more. Every Monday, 7-9 p.m., Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Info: 7783893357 or www.wayaware.com.
6th Field Engineer Squadron Museum: Almost 100 years of local military history is on display the first Monday of every month (except during holidays), 7-9 p.m. at 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-669-5852.
A Chance For Women to Meet Other Women New to West Vancouver: The West Vancouver Newcomers' Club welcomes all women new to the community within the last two years. The club meets on the first Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. at the West Vancouver Yacht Club, 5854 Marine Dr. West Vancouver. Info: Missy, 604-922-9659 or Jan, 604-926-1661.
Burstin' with Broadway: Men, do you like singing? You can join this 120-member choir for people of all ages. Practices are held Tuesdays, 7: 15 p.m. at the Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-924-1407 or www.
Deep Cove Swing Band meets every Tuesday, 7: 30 p.m., at Seycove community school, 1204 Caledonia Ave., North Vancouver and is looking for an experienced bass player and saxophonist, preferably tenor. Info: Bernie at 604-420-4085.
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