Call for Gardeners: The North Vancouver Community Arts Council is seeking beautiful North Shore private gardens to feature in the 2012 Art in the Garden Tour that will take place May 26 and 27, noon-5 p.m. (rain or shine). The selfdirected tour brings together visual artists, musicians and gardeners. Submissions can be made by calling 604-988-6844 or emailing info@nvartscouncil. ca. Deadline: Friday, Feb. 24, 5 p.m. Info: www.nvartscouncil. ca.
City Park Work Party: All are welcome to help remove invasive plants Saturday, Feb. 25, 9 a.m.-noon in upper Heywood Park at 21st Street and Hamilton Avenue, North Vancouver. Refreshments, tools and gloves will be provided. Rain or shine, but not snow or ice. Info: 604-689-0766, ext. 23, [email protected] or www.evergreen.ca.
Kids Corner at Seedy Saturday: A program for families with children ages five to 11 Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Fee: $20 per non-member family or $10 per member family. Registration required: 6047185898 or www.familyprograms@ vandusen.org.
Seedy Saturday: The Master Gardeners Association of B.C. will present a celebration of heritage varieties and organic gardening featuring more than 30 growers, seed companies and exhibitors and heritage seed swap Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Floral Hall at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Admission by donation. Info: www.vandusengarden.org.
GardenSmart Workshop - Backyard Seed Saving: An introduction to seed pollination, processing, saving and storage Saturday, March 3, 2-3: 30 p.m. Location to be announced. Learn where to begin with simple techniques. Admission: $5. Registration: 6049903755. Info: www.gardensmart. ca.
Marvellous Manure Sale: VanDusen Botanical Garden will hold their annual sale on a first-come, firstserved basis Saturday, March 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in their parking lot at 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Fee: $5 for a 20 kilogram bag. Info: www. vandusengarden.org.
GardenSmart Workshop - Pollination Power: Join bee expert Mike Nassichuk to learn all about mason bees and how to incorporate them into your garden Saturday, March 10, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Admission: $5. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.gardensmart.ca.
Capilano Garden Club meets the second Monday of each month, 7: 30 p.m. at Canyon Heights Christian Assembly, 4840 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver. Guest speaker Ray Moon will talk about indoor plants at the March 12 meeting. New members welcome. Guests: $5. Info: 604-980-4964.
A Floral Fable: Capilano Flower Arranging Club meets the second Wednesday of each month (except July and August), 7: 30 p.m. at Delbrook Community Centre, 600 West Queens
Rd., North Vancouver. They have demonstrations, guest speakers and workshops. Master florist Christine deBeer will be demonstrating at the March 14 meeting. New members and guests welcome. Info: Donna, 604-986-9360 or Heather, 604-987-5382.
Vancouver Orchid Society will hold their 2012 show and sale March 24, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and March 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. Admission: $7/$6. There will also be a preview party and advance sales March 23, 7-9: 30 p.m. Info: www. vancouverorchidsociety.ca.
Rainforest Programs for Adults: Learn the art of pine needle basketry Sunday, April 1, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Materials will be provided. Fee: $20. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.dnv.org/ecology/.
Bird Survey: All levels of birders welcome on the first Saturday of the month, 8 a.m.-12: 30 p.m. at Maplewood Flats Conservation Area, 2645 Dollarton Hwy., North Vancouver. Info: 604-903-4471. Info: www. wildbirdtrust.org.
Bird Walk: Join the Wild Bird Trust nature walks the second Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. Meet in the parking lot at 2645 Dollarton Hwy., North Vancouver. Info: 604-903-4471. Info: www.wildbirdtrust. org.
Deep Cove Garden Club meets the fourth Thursday of each month (except July, August and December) from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Multicultural Seniors' Room at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Meetings include speakers, workshops and field trips. Info: Elaine, 6049292928 or Chris, 604-924-1628.
Delbrook Garden Club meets the fourth Monday of each month at 7: 30 p.m. at St. Catherines Church, 1058 Ridgewood Dr., North Vancouver. New members welcome. Guests: $5. Info: Flo, 604-985-4870.
Edible Garden Project Volunteer Orientation Night takes place the second Monday of every month at 6 p.m. Learn about the projects the Edible Garden Project is running and how to get involved. Location will be provided upon registration. Registration and info: www.ediblegardenproject. com or email volunteer@ ediblegardenproject.com.
Free Eco-Tours: Study the rich heritage and unique natural resources of the West Coast. These walking tours, some available in Mandarin, are designed to educate and promote healthy living. Explore your own backyard with Joseph Lin. Info: 604-327-8693 or www. greenclub.bc.ca.
Guided Walking Tours: VanDusen Botanical Garden at 5251 Oak St., Vancouver offers tours daily at 2 p.m. Meet at the information desk. Free for members or with garden admission. For more information visit the website at www.vandusengarden.org.
Invasive Plants: Report invasive plants in B.C. communities by dialing 1-888-WEEDSBC (1888-933-3722). The Invasive Plant Council of B.C., in partnership with the Agriculture Environment and Wildlife Fund, operates the provincial toll-free hotline to help your community protect local resources. The hotline is part of Eyes Across B.C., an outreach and awareness initiative. To find out more about invasive plants you can also visit www.invasiveplantcouncilbc. ca. The IPCBC is a grassroots, non-profit society that provides workshops, activities, and events to educate the public and professionals. Membership is free and open to anyone willing to work collaboratively.
Seed Collectors: Learn how to collect, clean and package seeds from plants, Tuesday or Sunday mornings at VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver. For more information call Judy Aird at 604-257-8674.
Email information for your North Shore non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to [email protected].
