What’s Happening on the North Shore:
May 21 to 27, 2026
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Math doesn’t have to start with stress
After a sold-out pilot session, AskMeMath is launching a new 4-week Early Explorers program for ages 3–4.
These small-group sessions introduce numbers, shapes, patterns, and early problem-solving through games and play, helping kids build confidence before math ever feels intimidating.
Limited to just 8 kids per session.
NSN readers get 20% off with code: NorthShoreDiscount20
🥋 A North Van Karate legend immortalized in the Hall
One of the toughest people in town has been quietly hiding in plain sight.
Five decades. Three national karate titles. First woman ever named a judge by the World Karate Federation. Tech official at the Tokyo Olympics. Already in the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame.
And now, at 73, our own Norma Foster has been named to the Canadian Black Belt Hall of Fame.
She's been teaching karate in B.C. since 1998 and shows no signs of slowing down. The official induction is set for October 10th in Richmond.
Congrats, Norma, well deserved! More info
🎢 Grouse Gravity Coaster officially open
Grouse Mountain's new gravity coaster is open. Riders can control the speed up to 40 km/h, weaving through trees before the track opens up to a full view of Vancouver. Permanent track, closed circuit, no hiking back up required. More info
What Does the North Shore Actually Need More Of?
Quick one. What kinds of events do you wish were happening around here more often. Pick one (top choice), hit reply with thoughts, or both.
What do you want to see more of on the North Shore?
- More live music options with fresh acts (new bands, new venues, new sounds)
- Singles mixers and meet-new-people nights
- Food and drink experiences (tastings, pop-ups, supper clubs)
- Hobby workshops (art, craft, skill-building, learn-a-thing)
- Group sports and pickup leagues
- Live competition nights (think art battles, cook-offs, etc)
- Something else? (hit reply, share your comments)
🍕 And the Best Pizza on the North Shore is...
Scratch Kitchen 🏆 …by a landslide! You voted, and it wasn't even close. Scratch Kitchen (both locations) pulled in more than double the votes of anyone else.
Here’s the the top 5:
Scratch Kitchen 🥇
Nook 🥈
Nicli Antica Pizzeria 🥉
Farina a Legna
Andreas Pizza
Honourable mentions to Lucky Fingers, Liberty Kitchen, Lionsgate Pizza, Rebellious Tomato, Bufala, and My Cucina, all of whom got multiple shoutouts.
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😋 Eating your way through the Shipyards Night Market
Week 2 of Night Market season is locked in for tomorrow night (Friday May 22, 3 to 10pm), and the food truck lineup is doing some heavy lifting. Here's your snack-attack game plan: Truckin' BBQ, Stackers, Ponchos Birria, Taco Nori, Bao Buns, Pastaria, The Great Canadian Cotton Candy Company, J's Disco Dog, Roasted Revolution, Garys Kettle Corn, Chai Wagon, That Momo Spot, and Island Husk Bar.
Wash it down at the Garden Beer Market with Tilt Lager, Blue Buck, Glitterbomb, Dinosaur Watermelon, Wildeye Neon Nectar, or North Point Strawberry Blonde on tap
🍰 Emilee's Sweet House coming to Lower Lonsdale
The former Gringo spot at 2nd & Lonsdale has a new tenant. Emilee's Sweet House, the East Van Turkish bakery known for baklava, Turkish coffee and pastries, has a Coming Soon sign in the window with their name curiously spelled wrong (spelled "Emillee's" with a bonus L, which we're choosing to read as extra-enthusiastic rather than a sign-shop oops). No opening date yet, no longer a patio spot, but baklava is incoming. Keep an eye on their instagram.
🍹Tiki Weekend in the Shipyards Brewery District
Tiki Weekend is back in the Shipyards Brewery District from Friday May 22 to Sunday May 24. Expect tiki-inspired specials, expanded patios, summer playlists, and the whole brewery row putting their own spin on the theme. Runs 12pm to midnight each day. More info
Note: all event times listed are North Shore Standard Time. Double check events and times before you head out.
Stuff for Kids & Families
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Donation Drive Tuesday, May 26, 11:00am-6:00pm. Learn more.
Support the Friends of the North Vancouver District Public Library!
Explore a great selection of books, DVDs, CDs & more for all ages at the Friends of the Library BIG BOOK SALE at the Community Meeting Room at Lynn Valley Library! Most items are under $2. Learn more.
May 29th & 30th (Fri & Sat) 10:00am–4:00pm
Sun, May 31 | 10:00am–2:00pm *everything 1/2 price!
Saturday, May 23
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Public Works Open House | Operations Centre (61 Bewicke Ave) | 10:00am to 2:00pm: Big trucks, team booths, interactive displays, kids' activities, and a BBQ. More info
Sunday, May 24
Farm Felting | Maplewood Farm | 2:00pm to 3:30pm: Craft colourful farm animals from wool in a hands-on felting workshop. More info
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Tuesday, May 26
Forest Explorers: Nature Art | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre | 9:30am to 11:00am: Make bug houses, do leaf rubbing, and create nature crafts in the temperate rainforest. For kids ages 2-5. More info
Wednesday, May 27
Move Baby Move: Kids Physio Dollarton | Kids Physio Group - Dollarton | 11:00am to 12:00pm: A free workshop led by pediatric physiotherapists for parents and infants exploring movement milestones. More info
Teen Snack and Study with a Therapy Dog | Lynn Valley Library | 3:30pm to 5:30pm: Snack, study, and hang out with Elroy the Therapy Dog. Connect with friendly Youth Workers for local resources. More info
Plan in Advance: Fun stuff coming up👇
May 30 & June 7 | Farm Camp at Maplewood Farm. Behind-the-scenes farmer experience for kids 5+. Animal care, grooming, feeding, and a different hands-on activity each day. 8:30 to 11:30am. More info
May 31 | Live, Laugh, Lichen at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre. A guided lichen ID walk through Lynn Canyon Park where you'll learn to spot some genuinely fascinating varieties including one called "fairy barf." We are not making that up. (Ages 15+) More info
June 2 | Forest Explorers: Busy Bears at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre. Walk through the forest, learn about the bears that live in Lynn Canyon, hear stories, and make a craft. Ages 2-5 with an adult, 9:30am to 11:00am. More info
June 6 | Barnyard Buddies at Maplewood Farm. Farm-themed craft, storytime, and a gentle intro to goat grooming and animal care. Ages 2-5, 9:30 to 11:00am. More info
June 9 | Forest Explorers: River Secrets at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre. Discover what's alive in a river (mayflies, salmon fry, slimy algae) with stories, a forest walk, and a craft. Ages 2-5 with an adult, 9:30 to 11:00am. More info
Summer | A few Edgemont Village Art Studio summer camp weeks still open at 35% off. Book the full week or by the day.
Stuff for Adults
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You’re Invited: Bloom Bar & Bubbles Shopping Event at QE Home Lonsdale
Tuck in with Lonsdale’s new bedding store on June 6th, and enjoy a free flower bouquet*, bubbly refreshments, and exclusive in-store discounts. See you there! 👉 Register here
50% off all Designer Duvet Covers
20% off Luxury Sheets
10% off all Wilet items
*while quantities last
🎭 Live Theatre This Week:
May 22 to June 6 | You Can't Take It With You | 8:00pm: If your spring needs more screwball energy, this 1930s Pulitzer-winning comedy from Moss Hart and George Kaufman is back on stage. The setup: a high-society romance collides with a wonderfully chaotic free-spirited family, and predictably nothing goes to plan. Plenty of wit, plenty of heart, plenty of "do whatever makes you happy" vibes. Matinees May 30th and June 6th at 2pm. More info
Thursday, May 21
👉 Thursday Paint Night - Guided watercolour session painting bubble flowers, with music on at the Edgemont Village Art Studio from 6:15pm to 8:45pm: More info
The Firecircle Gathering: Entrepreneur Circle | Novel Books & Cafe | 5:00pm to 6:30pm: An in-person circle for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs to connect. More info
Art in Good Company at the Gordon Smith Gallery | Gordon Smith Gallery | 2:30pm to 4:00pm: Weave a traditional Filipino banig design using recycled materials in a hands-on workshop. More info
Friday, May 22
Friday Night Mixer - Bubble Letter Ornaments / Bubble Flower Collage | Edgemont Art Studio | 6:30pm to 9:00pm: Drop-in social night for bubble letter ornaments or flower collages. More info
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Summer Night Market | The Shipyards | 5:00pm to 10:00pm: Free night market with dozens of small business vendors. More info
Brewery District Tiki Weekend | Shipyards Brewery District | 12:00pm: Sip tiki drinks, groove to DJs, and enjoy tropical food and flavours. More info
Saturday, May 23
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Bubble Letters Workshop | 2:00pm: Shape clay bubble letters to spell names or words. More info
Bubble Letter Polymer Workshop | 2:30pm: Craft polymer clay bubble letters to spell names or designs. More info
Bubble Vase Workshop | 3:15pm: Hand-build a textured clay vase with playful bubble details. More info
Bubble Mug Workshop | 3:45pm: Make a clay mug with a heart handle and marbled bubble glaze. More info
Bubble Bowl Workshop | 4:15pm: Make a clay bowl with a marbled bubble glaze. More info
Golden Hour & Wilderness: A Light-Catching Photo Walk | 1649 Hamilton Ave | 5:30pm to 8:30pm: A free photo walk focused on golden hour light-catching techniques. All skill levels welcome. More info
Tote bag painting Workshop | Jade CraftHouse – Handcrafted Gifts & Art Workshops | 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Paint your own tote bag. More info
Cooking Class – Chinese Dinner | Mollie Nye House | 4:00pm to 7:30pm: Make Chicken Siu Mai, Pork Dumplings, Fried Rice, and Taro Coconut Sago. More info
The Pairing Lab: Exploring Wine & Flavor | Everything Wine | 5:00pm to 6:30pm: Experiment with wine and flavours to find your perfect pairing in an interactive tasting. More info
Curatorial Tour: Dreamers: The Art of Revery Architecture | West Van Art Museum | 2:00pm to 3:00pm: A guided tour of the Revery Architecture exhibition with curator Adele Weder. More info
Sunday, May 24
Summer Sunday Tours | Griffin Art Projects | 1:00pm to 2:30pm: Free guided tours of the gallery's summer exhibitions, running every other Sunday. More info
Mountain Stories: The Guidebook & What It Takes Films VPO North Vancouver | Valhalla Pure Outfitters North Vancouver | 7:00pm to 9:00pm: Two mountain films exploring real risk and adventure, with proceeds donated to North Shore Rescue. More info
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Bubble Mug Workshop | 2:00pm: Make a clay mug with a heart handle and marbled bubble glaze. More info
Bubble Bowl Workshop | 2:30pm: Make a clay bowl with a marbled bubble glaze. More info
Bubble Letters Workshop | 3:45pm: Shape clay bubble letters to spell names or words. More info
Bubble Tea Workshop | 4:15pm: Sculpt a mini bubble tea from oven-bake clay. More info
Clay Wheel Workshop 🏺 | 4:30pm: Spin a piece on the pottery wheel; come back to glaze. More info
Monday, May 25
Exhibition on Screen: Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon | Kay Meek | 7:00pm: Explore Frida Kahlo's life, art, and secrets in an intimate film journey through her iconic works. More info
Tuesday, May 26
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Moss Art Workshop - hosted by TreeD Canvas | North Point Brewing | 7:00pm to 8:30pm: A guided, hands-on moss art workshop where you create your own framed piece using preserved moss and natural elements. No experience needed. 19+ More info
Good Game | Eagles Club Lounge | 6:00pm to 10:00pm: Drop in for board games and meet other local gamers. More info
Wednesday, May 27
Upcoming Speaker Series featuring Dr. Mei Lan Fang!
Join us for a presentation that offers a fresh perspective on BC’s Age-Friendly Cities and Communities Framework, celebrating progress while highlighting ongoing gaps in implementation, equity, sustainability, and system integration.
It emphasizes seniors’ centres and community organizations as vital social infrastructure, and calls for a more integrated, place-based approach to support inclusive, connected communities and healthy aging.
Tuesday, June 2
2:00pm to 3:30 p.m. | $5 | 216234
Seniors' Activity Centre
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Live Music, DJs, Dancing & Pub Quizzes
Thursday, May 21
Friday, May 22
Randy Swallow Band | Squarerigger Pub | 8:00pm: More info
Bad Influence | Eagles Club Lounge | 8:00pm: More info
The Guilty Party | The Shipyards (Main Stage) | 7:00pm: More info
Lawrence Mayer & Steve Horvat | The Shipyards (Cate's Deck) | 7:00pm: More info
Pernell Reichert | Wildeye Brewing | 7:00pm: More info
Westwood Theory | The Shipyards (Main Stage) | 5:00pm: More info
Tom Welsh | The Shipyards (Cate's Deck) | 5:00pm: More info
Jade Circle | Kay Meek | 7:30pm: More info
Disco Party Top Hits Bingo | West Van Legion | 7:30pm: More info
Saturday, May 23
Sunday, May 24
Nikita Afonso | The Mainstay | 3:00pm: More info
Tuesday, May 26
Line Dancing | Wildeye Brewing | 7:00pm: More info
Wednesday, May 27
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