Wednesdays
Amblbleside Orchestra rehearses Wednesdays 3:15-5:30 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver. Intermediate level of musicianship required. Bring a music stand. David, 604-922-1035.
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Caroun Photo ClClub Meetings are held the third Wednesday of every month 7-9 p.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Visitors are welcome. For information, visit carounphotoclub.com
Chess ClClub All levels are welcome to play chess Mondays and Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. 604-983-6350 myparkgate.com
Circle Dance Learn easy dances with music and steps from many traditions the second Wednesday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. (arrive at 6:45 p.m.). Admission by donation. For registration and location call Wendy Anne, 604-988-3522.
Deep Cove Ladies Lions Cl ub meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second and last Wednesday of each month at Lions Garey Ham Court, 936 Bowron Court, North Vancouver. New members are welcome. Sally Scott, 604-924-1923.
The Dutch Koffieclub meets the third Wednesday of every month, 10 a.m. to noon at the food court, at Park Royal South, West Vancouver. Meet new people and keep up your Dutch language or improve it. The club welcomes Flemish and South African people also. Used Dutch magazines and books will be available. Henk, 604-987-4978 Nel, 604-987-6879.
Gleneagl es Scottish Country Dance Cl ub Experienced classes every Wednesday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Hollyburn Elementary, 1329 Duchess Ave., West Vancouver. 604-925-9333
ESL Book Cl ub A free club to read and talk about Canadian novels Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required. 604-925-7403 westvanlibrary.ca
North Shore Chamber Orchestra meets Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Sutherland secondary, 1860 Sutherland Ave., North Vancouver, and is looking for new string players (especially bass players). 604-980-3132 [email protected]
North Shore Chorus meets Wednesdays, 7:15-9:45 p.m., at Mount Seymour United Church, 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. New members are welcome. 604-985-2559 nschorus.com or [email protected]
Sing -Al ong Wednesdays "Mr. Music" Peter Vanderhorst will play the piano to lead a sing-along of favourite songs the first Wednesday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon at St. Stephen's Anglican Church, 885 22nd St., West Vancouver. Song books will be provided. Drop-in fee: $5 at the door.
Soroptimist In ternational of North and West Vancouver is a global women's organization that meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. from September to June. Members work to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. New members and guests welcome. 604-922-8342 [email protected]
soul power hour with Dr. Cynthia, Wednesdays 7-8 p.m. Learn soul secrets, wisdom, knowledge and practical techniques to transform all areas of life. For details or to register email [email protected]
SpeakerHub Toastmasters meets every Wednesday, 6-7:45 p.m. in the Silver Harbour Seniors Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver, to help participants improve their public speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive environment. Guests are welcome. speakerhub.ca
Thursdays byoV (bring your own voice) Community Choir rehearses Thursdays (except July and August), 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley United Church, 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. The choir sings a broad range of music with a focus on fun and the love of singing. $40 per term. 604-987-2114 lynnvalleychurch.com
Canadian Federation of University Women The North Vancouver chapter of this national organization that focuses on improving women's status and human rights meets on the second Thursday of every month, September to May, 7 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. 604-980-1274 cfuwnvwv.vcn.bc.ca
Chancel Choir New members are invited to join the choir, which practises on Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. No experience necessary. 604-985-0408 st-andrews-united.ca
Community Connections Program North Shore Multicultural Society (207-123 East 15th St., North Vancouver) is looking for volunteers to participate in a variety of community events with newcomers. Recruitment is ongoing. 604-988-2931 or [email protected]
Community Lunch Experience lunch with other people in the neighbourhood Thursdays, noon to 1 p.m. Hosted by St. Andrew's United Church at 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Free, but donations are accepted. 604-985-0408 st-andrews-united.ca
Dads Parenting Westcoast Family Resources Society offers a free group on Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. 604-417-3407
Duplicate Bridge Every Tuesday and Thursday, 12:45-4 p.m. in the Cedarview Room at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-987-7529
Drop-in Fun Darts Play darts every Thursday, 7 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion #118, 123 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Free. 604-985-1115
Employment Mentoring Program North Shore Multicultural Society (207-123 East 15th St., North Vancouver) is looking for volunteers to share their passion for their career with newcomers. Recruitment is ongoing. 604-988-2931 [email protected]
Family of Origin Parenting Westcoast Family Resources Society North Shore offers a free group on Thursday mornings. 604-417-3406
Make Cycling Betttter HUB - Your Cycling Connection meets the second Thursday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. All are welcome to join this group to help improve local cycling facilities. [email protected] or bikehub.ca
New Rock Choir Impromptu is a community choir that sings classic and contemporary rock, pop and Motown songs and operates on a drop-in basis. There is no need to have any musical experience. The group meets each Thursday night at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Gathering from 6:30 and singing from 7:30 to 9 p.m. $10. 604-613-6842 impromptumusic.ca
North Shore Safety Council meets on the first Thursday of most months, noon-1:30 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens Rd., North Vancouver. All are welcome who have an interest in pedestrian, cyclist, driver, sport and home safety. 604-983-6444, x7233 northshoresafetycouncil.ca
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