Five Love Languages: A program based on the book by Dr. Gary Chapman for those interested in improving their relationship with others Wednesdays, May 22-June 5, 7 p.m. at West Vancouver Baptist Church, 450 Mathers Ave. Fee: $25, includes workbook. Registration: 604922-0911 or westvanbaptist. com.
Local Author Series: North Vancouver City Library will host a night of reading with author Annabel Lyon Wednesday, May 22, 6: 308: 30 p.m. at 120 West 14th St. Lyon will be joined by author Lynn Crymble. Info: nvcl.ca.
Parenting Lecture Series: Parenting specialist Christopher Burt will give a series of lectures about issues that affect parents of preschool, elementary and teenage children. Troubled Teens - Difficult Conversations will take place Wednesday, May 22, 7 p.m. at the North Shore Jewish Community Centre, 1305 Taylor Way, West Vancouver. Admission: $35 per couple, $20 per person. Info and registration: 604925-6488 or [email protected].
Parkgate Community Services Society 30th Anniversary: The community is invited to celebrate at the annual general meeting and community recognition Thursday, May 23, 7 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. There will be a short history presentation "The Road to Parkgate Community Centre" followed by a reception. Info: 604-9836350.
The Birds and the Bees: North Vancouver City Library and the Edible Garden project will present a North Shore Stories event on Friday, May 24, 7-8: 30 p.m. at 120 West 14th St. Join others as they share their tales of fresh starts, food, farming and the buzz of spring. Register: thebirdsandthebees. eventbrite.com.
Lynn Valley Days: A gala dinner, dance and silent auction will take place Friday, May 24. Admission: $80. Tickets: [email protected]. Funds raised from the event will be donated to North Shore Search and Rescue. On Saturday, May 25 there will be a pancake breakfast followed by a parade and a full day of entertainment and family activities at Lynn Valley Park, North Vancouver from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: [email protected].
An Arts and Garden Festival will take place in central Lions Bay Sunday, May 26, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. This year's festival has six residential gardens showcasing local Lions Bay artists as well as musical performances. In addition, the Village Hall will house a school Vancouver Biennial project created by students. Info: info@ lionsbayartscouncil.org.
Drop In, Log In, Learn: Free one-on-one tech tutorial for adult beginners Sunday, May 26, 1: 15-2: 15 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Tech-savvy teens will help with questions about computers, mobile phones, PDAs and other high-tech devices. Info: nvcl.ca.
Rededication Ceremony: An acknowledgement of the heroes and their sacrifices in Afghanistan has been engraved on the War Memorial Cenotaph; The North Shore Veterans Council will conduct a rededication ceremony Sunday, May 26, 2 p.m. in Victoria Park, North Vancouver. Following the service there will be a reception at the JP Fell Armories, 1513 Forbes Ave. Info: [email protected] or [email protected].
Salud - Toast to the Animals: Help the BC SPCA West Vancouver branch celebrate 30 years at its current location and support local animals with an elegant evening of wine, hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment and a silent auction Sunday, May 26, 6-9 p.m. at the West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. Tickets: $40. Info: 604-922-4622 or [email protected].
Book Lover's Roundtable: Share your favourite books and add to your list of must reads Thursdays, May 30 and June 27, 3: 30-4: 30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: westvanlibrary.ca.
Dogsafe Canine First Aid will hold an open house at Until We Meet Again Pet Memorial Centre Sunday, June 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at #4-839 West First St, North Vancouver. Info: [email protected] or 778-340-0855.
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