Blueridge Good Neighbour Day will take place Sunday, June 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Blueridge elementary, 2650 Bronte Ave., North Vancouver. There will be food, entertainment, children's and teen's activities, a silent auction, information about community resources, a parade and more. Info: blueridgeca.org.
Philippine Days Festival: An exposition of Philippine arts and culture to celebrate the 115th anniversary of independence June 9, 10 a.m.6 p.m. at Waterfront Park, North Vancouver. The family event will feature a kid's zone, Filipino cuisine and shopping. Info: philippinedayfestival@ gmail.com.
Meet Your Mayor: Drop in to Lynn Valley library's fireplace area for one-on-one chats with North Vancouver District Mayor Richard Walton Tuesday, June 11, 9: 30-10: 30 a.m. at 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Check nvdpl.ca for updates as dates and times may be subject to change.
One-on-One Computer Assistance: Sign up for 30 minutes of personalized help with the Internet, email, word processing, social media or an e-reader Tuesday, June 11 from 10 a.m. to noon at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration required: 604929-3727. Info: nvdpl.ca.
Introduction to Facebook: Learn how to set up a Facebook profile, add pictures, find friends and family, control content and set privacy settings Wednesday, June 12, 2: 30-3: 30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. No registration required. Info: 604-929-3727 or nvdpl.ca.
Tech Connect - Genealogy Resources: Learn about Ancestry Library Edition and start discovering your family tree at a drop-in presentation Wednesday, June 12, 7-8: 30 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: nvcl.ca.
Technology Class: Learn how to use Skype Thursday, June 13 and 27, 2-3 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Registration required: 604-9257405.
Technology Class: Learn how to find your way around an iPad and try out some apps Thursday, June 20, beginners, 2-3 p.m. and intermediate, 3-4 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Bring your iPad if you have one. Registration: required: 604-925-7405.
Book Lover's Roundtable: Share your favourite books and add to your list of must reads Thursday, June 27, 3: 30-4: 30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: westvanlibrary.ca.
BC SPCA encourages penny donations to help animals in need. The West Vancouver SPCA will collect donations (rolled pennies are preferred) at 1020 Marine Dr. Info: spca.bc.ca.
Change for Change: As Canada bids farewell to the penny, you can donate your pennies and change to The North Shore Disability Resource Centre by dropping them off at 3158 Mountain Hwy., North Vancouver. Call 604-985-5371 for pick-up.
Pitch Your Pennies for Good: The North Shore Community Resources Society is collecting pennies, rolled or not. They can be dropped off at the community resources office in Capilano Mall, 201935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. Info: 604-985-7138.
Stamp Collection Fundraiser: The Order of the Eastern Star is collecting used postage stamps. Stamps can be dropped off at the reception desk at the North Shore News, 126 East 15th St., North Vancouver. The fraternal organization uses money from the sale of stamps to purchase medical supplies to make and provide dressings for cancer patients throughout the province.
Computers at the Library: North and West Vancouver public libraries offer free ongoing computer classes. For information, dates and locations, visit nvdpl.ca, nvcl.ca or westvanlibrary.ca.
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