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North Shore Celtic Ensemble: Children ages nine to 17 with at least two years experience of violin and an interest in Celtic music, are invited to play in a lively ensemble.

North Shore golfer riding high following walk-off eagle that won Canadian Tour event

At this time of year, last school year's report card grades are a distant memory. The same can't be said for grades given to grocery stores by Greenpeace in June.

Why eating on the farm is better

SHARKWATER This 2007 documentary by Canadian diver Rob Stewart - about sharks and the cruel practice of slicing off their fins for soup - is as relevant today as it was five years ago.

QUESTION: Dear Sgt. DeVries, Thank you for your well-written, informative and engaging column.

AMERICAN GROWN: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens Across America by Michelle Obama It might be the story of the most American garden on earth, but it's still one that resonates here in Canada.

Around this time of year the tomatoes in backyard gardens are growing plump, the corn is high and the Swiss chard is leafy. But there's something your garden might be missing: Bees. "Once you start beekeeping, you look at nature . . .

The fish is hooked, plucked from the ocean, and with saltwater still dripping from its fin, frozen. Contact freezing involves sandwiching the fish between refrigerated plates attached to hydraulic rams.

Watershed Tours: See where your water comes from with guided bus and walking tours until Sept. 16 at the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve or the Capilano Watershed. Registration required: 604432-6430 or toursreg@ metrovancouver.org. Schedule: www.