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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.

TRAVERSING the mountainous roads of Sicily in blistering summer heat might not appeal to everyone, but for an adventurous group of Canadians it's a chance to retrace history.

Man taken to Lions Gate Hospital after two-hour standoff in Upper Lonsdale

Zumba Fitness: A high-energy, diverse music and dance workout to the rhythms of Latin America Saturdays until Aug. 31, 9: 15-10: 30 a.m. by the beach at Ambleside Landing, 14th Street and Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver. Bring a yoga mat.

EVERYBODY knows that armpits are what separate humans from the rest of the animal world, but it would be nice if for once I could go to a wedding without dripping a river of sweat down the bride's "something blue" during the big receiving line hug.

REPRESENTATIVES of the North Shore Schizophrenia Society have had a busy few weeks. At right, the society's executive director Cheryl Olney (left) and board president Cheryl Zipper present Dr.

A horse and rider are recovering from minor injuries after an accident at a popular family attraction on Saturday.

Lawn Sprinkling Schedule: Mornings-only (4 to 9 a.m.) watering regulations will be in effect until Sept. 30. Even numbered addresses - Monday, Wednesday or Saturday mornings and odd numbered addresses - Tuesday, Thursday or Sunday. Info: www.

A dead end has brought liveliness to Hope Road.

Ambleside 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. Info: David, 604-922-1035.