Youth Powwow: Squamish Nation will hold its 26th annual Youth Powwow at Capilano Reserve Park, 100 Mathias Rd, West Vancouver this weekend. Hours Sunday are 1-8 p.m. Along with an aboriginal dance competition there will be native crafts and a salmon barbecue. Family event. Admission: $5.
Shred for a Cure: A document-shredding fundraiser for cancer research is set for July 20 in the Lynn Valley United Church parking lot, at 3201 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. The event begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m. Info: keeponswimming.org/
Free Family Festival: Vancity hosts a community appreciation day at Loutet Farm featuring a gate sale, bouncy castle, beekeeping lessons and farm tours. July 20. Info: ediblegardenproject.com/events-calendar/
Technology Class: Learn how to read ebooks, check email and apps on your iPad, androids, e-readers and more Thursday, July 25, 10 a.m.-12: 00 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marnine Dr. Registration required: 604-925-7405.
Summer Garden Party: Appetizers, refreshments and give-ways are included in the Connected Woman Association's summer soiree, scheduled for 5 p.m. July 31 at 333 Brooksband Avenue. Free for members, $20 for non-members. Registration: theconnectedwoman.com/ event/tcwa-garden-party
Salsa by the Sea: Love the music, rhythms and dance of Latin America, learn to salsa on Thursdays, 6: 30-8: 30 p.m. until Aug. 29, outside the Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver (weather permitting). Drop-in fee: $6. Info: ferrybuildinggallery.com or 604-925-7290. Artisan Fair: Hand-crafted jewelry, toys, original artwork and more will be on display at summer craft fairs at the North Vancouver civic plaza at 14th and Lonsdale. Fairs are scheduled for July 13, 27, Aug. 10 and 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more info: nvartscouncil. ca/events
Summerfest 2013 will return to Lonsdale Quay Market and will run every weekend until Sept. 1. This family friendly festival will feature a variety of free activities for all ages. For a full schedule of events and info: lonsdalequay.com.
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