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An early Christmas gift

He was likely in his late 50s or early 60s, but at that early point in my life my age-gauge wasn't always accurate for anyone more than 45 was old. He was stocky and fit, silver hair radiated against the tan I suspected was from his Spanish heritage.

Community bulletin board

Holiday Hours at North Vancouver District Public Libraries: All branches will be closed Dec. 25-27, 30 and Jan. 1. On Dec. 24 they will close at noon and on Dec,. 31 at 5 p.m. Info: nvdpl.ca.

Smoking with Clement Clarke Moore

VANCOUVER publisher Pamela McColl, a smoking cessation coach, has produced a new version of Clement Clarke Moore's classic Christmas poem, A Visit From St. Nicholas, deleting reference to Santa smoking a pipe.

Options for volunteers

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.

Other Voices

A little over two decades ago I worked as a server at Bobby's Lounge, the precursor to the gorgeous new Olympic lodge that now graces Cypress Mountain.

Transit changes for holidays

DURING the peak of the holiday season, TransLink will be adjusting schedules. Keep these timetable amendments in mind when planning your trip to and from the North Shore.

NV Chamber Christmas by the Sea Parade of Trees

The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce's second annual Christmas by the Sea Parade of Trees Reception took place at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier Dec. 5.

YEAR IN REVIEW

against three people accused of running a dial-a-dope ring under the guise of a medicinal marijuana service, ruling the case has taken too long to get to trial.

Credit Union honoured for corporate culture

NORTH Shore Credit Union has been awarded for having one of Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures in the growth and small cap category.

Merry Christmas

Wishing all our readers a safe and happy holiday season.