UBC Law Students' Legal Advice Program: Low income individuals can seek free legal advice at clinics at the North Shore Neighbourhood House, 225 East Second St., North Vancouver. It will be open Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. and Wednesdays, 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. until Aug. 17. To book an appointment call 604-822-5791.
Learn to Fish Program: The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC will offer classes for families every Sunday (excluding July 1) until Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at Rice Lake in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, North Vancouver. Learn techniques, etiquette and basic fish biology. Gear will be provided. Participation by donation. Registration required: 6045044716. Info: www.gofishbc.com.
Good Bye Barbecue: All former staff and students of Keith Lynn alternative school are invited to a reunion Sunday, June 24, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1290 Shavington St., North Vancouver. There will be a slide show, games, barbecue and a chance to connect with former classmates and staff. Info: 6049033800.
Marijuana Prohibition: Join journalist and author Ian Mulgrew as he speaks on the hot topic of pot legalization Sunday, June 24, 10 a.m. at Congregation Har El, 1305 Taylor Way, West Vancouver. Fee: $10 which includes a lox and bagel breakfast. RSVP: 604-925-6488, local 4.
Computer Training - Introduction to Facebook: Learn how to set up a Facebook profile, add pictures, find friends and family and control content and privacy settings Tuesday, June 26, 7: 30-8: 30 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in program, no registration required. Info: 6049293727.
Future of the Region Sustainability Dialogues: Share your thoughts on how to build social connections that foster strong and healthy communities Tuesday, June 26, 11: 30 a.m.-2 p.m. (lunch break 11: 30 a.m.-noon) at the Eagles Hall, 170 West Third St., North Vancouver. Info: 604-436-6993 or www. metrovancouver.org/region/ dialogues/.
CoolDrinks: A casual gathering to connect and inspire community members interested in taking action on climate change will meet Wednesday, June 27, 6: 30-9 p.m. at Cheers Restaurant, 125 East Second St., North Vancouver. Join Dr. Brian O'Connor, Medical Health Officer in Vancouver Coastal Health for discussions about reducing greenhouse gases while working on long term health objectives. Fee: $10 which includes snacks. Registration: [email protected]. Info: www.coolnorthshore.ca.
Drop-in Book Club: The club will meet Wednesday, June 27, 7-8: 30 p.m. for a discussion on The Imperfectionists at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www. nvcl.ca or [email protected].
Sustainable Communities Series: A discussion with sustainability expert Lawrence Frank on the impact of community design on health and environment Wednesday, June 27, 7: 30-9 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Frank will present local, national and international examples on strategies that can be used to improve the way land use and transportation investment decisions promote healthy built environments. Some dis-cussion on the unique characteristics of North Vancouver will be addressed including topography, accessibility and demographics. For more information visit the website at www.lvca.ca or call 604-808-1171.
Tag You're Knit: A knit-in and workshop to encourage participants towards building temporary public artworks referred to as yarn bombing will take place Wednesday, June 27, 7-9 p.m. at CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. All levels and skills are invited to participate. Registration: 604-988-6844 or [email protected].
Idea Series: The Prescott and Wesgroup will hold a free interactive conversation with local experts discussing topics relevant to the way we live on the North Shore Thursday, June 28, 6-8 p.m. at The Prescott Pre-View Centre, 1011133 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. To register visit the website at www. theprescott.ca/events or call 6049693333.
Dog Wash Fundraiser: The West Vancouver BCSPCA will hold a dog wash Sunday, July 29, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at 1020 Marine Dr., West Vancouver (in Ambleside Park). Fee: minimum $20 per wash. All proceeds go to help animals.
- compiled by Debbie Caldwell
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