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SUNDAY North Shore Cric Crac Storytelling Evenings presented by the Vancouver Society of Storytelling take place the first Sunday of every month, 7-9 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver.

SUNDAY

North Shore Cric Crac Storytelling Evenings presented by the Vancouver Society of Storytelling take place the first Sunday of every month, 7-9 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Each month features a different theme. Fee: $7/$5.

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.

MONDAY

Bingo: Every Monday at 6: 15 p.m., North Vancouver Legion, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Info: 604988-3712.

Canadian Federation of University Women - West Vancouver Branch: The CFUW is an organization committed to promoting education, improving women's status and human rights as well as offering fellowship and professional contacts. Meetings are every third Monday, 7 p.m. at St. Stephen's Anglican Church, 885 22nd St., West Vancouver. New members welcome. Info: 604-925-8445 or cfuwnvwv. vcn.bc.ca.

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.

Drop-in Crib: Play crib every Monday (unless it's a statutory holiday), 7: 30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion #118, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Fee: $5. Info: 604985-1115.

English Conversation Corner: Drop in to the Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver and practise and improve your English language skills Mondays, 7: 30-8: 45 p.m. Info: nvdpl.ca, 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 604-922-2513 to set up an audition time. 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: friendshiptoastmasters.com.

Gleneagles Scottish Country Dance Club: Beginner and intermediate classes every Monday, 7: 30-9: 30 p.m. at Hollyburn elementary, 1329 Duchess Ave., West Vancouver. Info: Louise, 604987-3792.

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: logostoastmasters.org or 604-929-7957.

Meals on Wheels needs volunteers on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings. Info: 604-922-3414 or northshoremealsonwheels.org.

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.

Musicians Wanted: The West Vancouver Concert Band, an adult band for brass, wind and percussion instruments is looking for new members. The band performs a mix of classical, progressive and jazz music at community events. Practices take place Mondays (September to June), 8-9: 45 p.m. at the West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. Info: westvanband.ca, Mike, 604-984-0115 or John 604-980-6857.

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: nsps.ca.

North Shore Stamp Club meets every other Monday, 7-9 p.m. at The Summerhill, 135 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Collectors of all levels are welcome and particularly beginners. Info: John Thomson, 604-9843360.

North Shore Toastmasters: Learn through fun and friendship to get over your fear of public speaking or improve your leadership skills. Meetings are held Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the West Vancouver United Church Community Centre, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. Info: 604-657-1371, [email protected] or 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: 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: 604983-6444, ext. 700 or 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 preschool-age children, with free child care and workshops, meets Mondays, 9: 30 a.m.1: 30 p.m., 870 Lynn Valley Rd., North Van. Lunch served. Info: 985-1122, ext. 28 or 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: 778-3893357 or wayaware.com.

The West Vancouver Concert Band, an adult band for brass, wind and percussion instruments is looking for new members. The band performs a mix of classical, progressive and jazz music at community events. Practices take place Mondays (September to June), 8-9: 45 p.m. at the West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. Info: westvanband.ca, Mike, 604-984-0115 or John 604980-6857.

Women's Settlement English Classes: The North Shore Multicultural Society offers classes for immigrant and refugee women with children up to five years old, Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9: 15-11: 45 a.m. at St. Andrews United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Daycare is provided. Register in person Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-4: 30 p.m. at the North Shore Multicultural Society, 207-123 East 15th St., North Vancouver. Info: 604988-2931.

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.

TUESDAY

A Tout Choeur: Those who love speaking and singing in French are invited to join this choir. The group meets every Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. at The Summerhill, 135 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Info: Arlette at 604-985-3119 or Hélène at 778-340-7581.

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. For more information call 604-924-1407 or email burstinwithbroadway.com.

Community Dinner: A weekly dinner program every Tuesday, 5-6: 15 p.m. will be offered at North Lonsdale United Church, 3380 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Fee: $4. Meals must be booked on the Sunday before the Tuesday meal at 604-985-4911 or 1604-989-3144. This program is looking for volunteers and registration can be made at surveymonkey.com/s/vfgkyxr. 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.

District Dialoguers Toastmasters Club: Improve your speaking skills and gain confidence every Tuesday at noon at the North Vancouver District Hall, 355 West Queens Rd. Guests and new members welcome. Info: 778-995-5953 or districtdialoguers.com.

ESL Book Club: Improve your English by reading selected books Tuesdays, 10: 30-11: 30 a.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required. Info: 604-9257403.

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