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Christine Lyon talks to author and doctor Ali Zentner about weight loss

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.

Penny Drive: Tim Horton Children's Foundation is asking Canadians to give their remaining pennies a fond farewell by donating them to support kids in need across Canada with the gift of camp.

Deanne and Bob Lenarduzzi North Vancouver How did you meet? Deanne: Bobby and I met during the very first official season of the Vancouver Whitecaps in 1974. My father (Denny Veitch) was an original owner and the GM.

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.

Capilano community neighbours offer early support to club

Celebrate Chinese New Year at Lonsdale Quay Market Sunday, Feb. 10, 2: 30 p.m. at 123 Carrie Cates Court. North Vancouver. Lion Dancers will perform and circulate the market to scare away evil spirits and summon good luck and fortune.

Although peanut butter often gets a bad rap, a publication from Harvard Medical School notes it may be good for you.

This month, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada released its 2013 Report on Canadians' Heart Health. The report suggests baby boomers should act now to reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke.

HEART HEALTH Making better choices WEIGHT LOSS Keeping fit