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News & Events on the North Shore - January 9 to 15, 2025
What’s Happening on the North Shore: Jan 9 to 15, 2025
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This Week’s Picks
Beyond Beer: House of Funk Has a Hidden Talent
Not just a local craft brewery - House of Funk (Shipyards Brewery District) is brewing up something else entirely: coffee.
Their monthly subscription delivers two or four specialty micro-lot coffees right to your door. Want in? Order by this Monday (January 13th) to get your hands on next month's curated selection. [More Info]
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Sweet Success: Meet the North Shore Teen Behind These Eye Catching Custom Cakes
Forget "aspiring" – North Van teen Zoe is already a full-fledged cake artist, crafting Instagram-worthy masterpieces from her home kitchen. Her business, Custom Cakes by Zoe, shows local youth entrepreneurship can be, well, a piece of cake! Follow her on Instagram to see her latest creations or order your own showstopper to support youth entrepreneurship on the North Shore.
Need to Know: Someone Tried to Eat an Eagle 🦅
Last Saturday’s police incident on Lions Gate Bridge turned out to be an eagle rescue. The injured eagle was allegedly taken from Stanley Park by a man planning to eat it. The bird is now safe and receiving treatment at a rehabilitation centre. 😮💨 [Read More]
Events For Kids & Family
🎨 Friday Jan 10 / Saturday Jan 11 | Kids Art & Movie Night | Monica’s Art Boutique | 6pm - 10pm
Date night for parents; art night for kids! Parents can go out and enjoy a night on the town while kids create crafts and enjoy a movie. Drop them off and pick up after your date. 6-10pm for ages 5-12. [More info]
🏀 Friday Jan 10 / Saturday Jan 11 | Drop In: Youth Lounge Sports Gym | West Van Rec Centre | Various Times
Grade 8 to 12 students can drop in on Friday and Saturday evenings, attached to the Youth Lounge drop-in program. Supervised by Youth Services staff and youth volunteers. Fridays: 8:45pm to 10:15pm and Saturdays: 7:45pm to 9:30pm [More Info Here and Here]
🛷 Friday Jan 10 | Friday Night Lights Tubing | Cypress Mountain (Gnarly’s Tube Park) | 5pm - 7pm
Cypress Mountain will have tubing lanes open until 7 with apple cider, hot chocolate, and s’mores by the fire available. [More Info]
🎨 Saturday Jan 11 | Art Mania Tote Bag Printing (Ages 6 - 12) | Silk Purse Art Studio | 3pm - 5pm
A fun textile workshop where kids will design and carve custom stamps to print onto canvas book bags. They’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind book bag. [More Info]
🧘♀️ Sunday Jan 12 | Mindfulness & Stress Relief for Teens Ages 12 to 20 | Lynn Valley Library | 2:30pm - 3:30pm
An interactive workshop led by a teen focusing on how mindfulness can help teens feel calmer and more focused. Discover simple and joyful ways to bring balance and positivity into daily life. Ages 12 to 20; 2:30 to 3:30pm [Registration and more info]
👕 👚 Sunday Jan 12 | All Ages Community Clothing Swap | Presentation House Theatre | 11am to 3pm |
Bring a maximum of 15 gently used clothing items and swap them for something new-to-you. Welcoming clothing for all ages, sizes, and genders. Admission is by donation. 11am to 3pm [More info]
🇫🇷 Tuesday Jan 12 | Cousteau School Open House | Cousteau French International School | 4:45pm |
Cousteau School (Lynn Valley) is hosting an open house about their extremely popular full-day preschool program (and K - grade 9 program). Cousteau offers full-day, bilingual education (French and English), for children as young as 2.5 who are toilet trained, along with before school and after school care. It follows a dual curriculum: France and BC. [Register Here]
🧠 Applications Open (Rolling Basis) | Neurodivergent Empowerment Program (Girls and Gender-Diverse in Grades 6 & 7) | North Shore Women’s Centre
North Shore Women’s Centre has opened applications for their pilot Neurodivergent Empowerment Program, a program for girls and gender-diverse youth in Grades 6 and 7. The program will run for 10 sessions from mid-February to mid-May, and will consist of weekly 2 hour sessions designed to connect, empower, and inspire neurodivergent youth. The program requires an application on a rolling basis. [Apply Here]
📘 Kids Story Times
Events for Adults
🖼️ On Now; Ends Sunday Jan 12 | Exhibit: Found in the Mountains | Museum of North Vancouver
Celebrate the beauty, mystery, and deep connection we share with our iconic mountain landscapes. [More Info]
💻 Thursday, Jan 11 (Deadline to Register) | Saturday Jan 11, 18, and 25 (Event Dates) | Learn to Code a Website: Part 1 (HTML) | West Vancouver Library | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Learn the skills you need to create websites in this introductory series. You’ll learn the differences between HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and be given tasks for hands-on practice. This is a three-part series, and participants must attend all sessions. Event is free, but registration is required and limited spots are still available [More Info]
🎨 Thursday Jan 9 | Music Bingo | Wildeye Brewing | 8pm
Wildeye Brewing is back in 2025 with regular events in the taproom, starting with Music Bingo tonight.
🎨 Thursday Jan 9 | Collage Making Party | Polygon Gallery | 6pm
A collage-making party led by experimental filmmaker Kaila Bhullar. Watch a short film and then make collages from a range of printed matter. Doors at 6:00pm; collages at 6:30pm. RSVPs appreciated. [More Info]
🎭 Thursday Jan 9 / Friday Jan 10 | Theatre: Someone Like You | Kay Meek Arts Centre | 7:30pm
A millennial take on the mistaken identity of Cyrano de Bergerac. An Arts Club on Tour Production. [More Info]
🏂 🎿 Friday Jan 10 | Shredcatz Women’s Ride Day | Mount Seymour | 12pm to 4pm
A gathering of like-minded women and women-identifying skiers and riders will hit Mushroom Park for a day of terrain-park focused skiing and riding. All abilities welcome, ages 15+. Helmets mandatory. 12pm to 4pm. [More Info]
🎵 Friday Jan 10 | Musical Bingo with DJ Gary Richards | West Van Legion | 7pm
Music from the 60s, 70s, 80s, & more. Free Entry & Sign Up. Members & guests welcome - ANYONE can join! 580 18th Street, West Van [More Info]
🗣️ Friday Jan 10 | Discussion | HEARD: A Performative Conversation About Collaboration During the Making of unheard | BlueShore Financial Centre for Performing Arts (Capilano University) | 11:45am - 12:45pm
Join Capilano University’s Diploma in Music faculty members, composer Jeffrey Ryan and singer/actor Heather Pawsey, in a fascinating, free-wheeling conversation about collaboration and the creative process. Free. [More Info]
🍷 🎨 Friday Jan 10 | Sip & Paint | Bella Ceramica | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spend a relaxing night painting a canvas, with the option to BYOB to sip as you paint 🍷. During this Jan 10th session, you’ll learn how to paint a single deer in a snowy forest. 19+ only. Tickets are $50 via the Bella Ceramica website. 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
🎶 💃 🇬🇪 Saturday Jan 11 | Performance: Georgian Echoes | Centennial Theatre | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
An evening of traditional Georgian (the country) signing and dancing with Georgian Dance Group Iverioni. Tickets are $39. [Tickets and More Info]
🍈 🍈 Saturday Jan 11 | Make a Clay Boob Planter | Bella Ceramica | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spend a relaxing night making a clay planter with boobs - yes, you read that correctly. Option to BYOB to sip as you work 🍷. 19+ only. 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Tickets are $55 via the Bella Ceramica website.
☕ Sunday Jan 12 | Make Your Own Hot Chocolate Mug | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 3:45pm
Create your own stoneware clay mug in this 2-visit clay workshop. $35 + glazing. 3:45pm. [More Info]
🧑🎨 Sunday Jan 12 | UV Resin Art Workshop | Jade Craft House | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Learn the basics of working with UV resin, including mixing colors, creating designs, and curing techniques. All experience levels welcome. 1:30pm to 3:30pm at #103-1346 Marine Drive, North Van. Tickets are $70.56.
📽️ Monday Jan 13 | Film: Wicked Little Letters I Kay Meek Arts Centre | 7pm
A British / Irish mystery-thriller, Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley play neighbours who get on each other’s nerves in this dark comedy about a small English town where residents start receiving anonymous, expletive-laden letters, igniting a scandal in their community. 7pm [More Info]
💃 🏴 Monday Jan 13 | Scottish Country Dancing I Delbrook Community Centre | 7:15pm
Want to try Scottish social dancing? This is the event for you! No need for a dance partner, a kilt or Scottish heritage. Join for fun, fitness, and new friends. 7:15pm [More Info]
🔉 Monday Jan 13 | Winter Sound Bath Experience I West Vancouver (Address Provided Upon RSVP/Ticket Purchase) | 7pm - 9pm
Join an intimate sound bath session for just $35. Includes magnesium therapy, sound bowls, optional hot tub soak, chocolate, herbal tea, or wine. Limited spots available. [More Info]
🧘 Monday Jan 13 | Hatha Yoga Akhanda Style I SHYpractice, 260 E Esplanade, #5, North Van | 6pm - 7pm
Founded by master Dr. Yogrishi Vishvketu, Akhanda style is a holistic and integrated approach to yoga that emphasizes a balanced practice. It incorporates all aspects of yoga into one class: asana (posture), pranayama (breathing techniques), mantra (chanting), meditation, and philosophy. Tickets are $31.15; every Monday through Feb 10. [More Info]
♟️ Monday Jan 13 | Drop-In Chess | Lynn Valley Library | 1pm - 2:30pm
All ages and abilities welcome. 1:00pm to 2:30pm, every Monday. [More Info]
🎤 Tuesday Jan 14 | Music Talks: Opera’s Beginnings with Kevin Zakresky | Online, or Watching Online at West Van Library Welsh Hall | 10:30 - 11:45am
Join Dr. Kevin Zakresky, orchestral conductor and music historian, as he explores opera’s early beginnings. This event is online via Zoom. You can watch on your own device, or come to West Vancouver Library to watch in Welsh Hall (1950 Marine Drive, West Van). [More Info and Registration]
🖼️ Tuesday Jan 14 | Exhibit: order/chaos I Kay Meek Art Centre
Abstract artists Leanne Kiely & Shevy Levy use art making as their means of ordering the chaos & expressing the human condition. On until Feb. 23 [More Info]
🛹 Tuesday Jan 14 | Skateboard Night | North Shore Bike Park | 7pm - 10pm
Skate the Urban Zone, Half Pipe, and Pump track at the North Shore Bike Park (every Tuesday night). $20 for 3 hours. From 4pm to 7pm, skate the Urban Zone and Half Pipe. From 7pm, the pump track is open to skaters. Mini ramp and park section will be open too. Helmets Mandatory. [More Info]
🧶 Tuesday Jan 14 | Knit, Crochet & More | Lynn Valley Library | 1pm - 2:30pm
Looking for company while your hands are busy with yarn or textiles? This all ages meet up is a great place to share your passion for knitting, crocheting and more. [More Info]
🧠 Wednesday Jan 15 | Kaboom Atomic Trivia | Wildeye Brewing | 8pm - 10pm
A night of fun, laugher and learning something new. Every Wednesday 8-10pm. 19+ [More Info]
🧠 Wednesday Jan 15 | Funk Bingo | House of Funk Brewing | 7pm
Put your music knowledge to the test for a chance to win a prize! Match the tunes played by the host with the spaces on your card and see if you've got BINGO... Every Wednesday at 7pm. [More Info]
🚲Wednesday Jan 15 | Ladies Night | North Shore Bike Park | 4pm - 10pm
It's Ladies Night at North Shore Bike Park! Ladies aged 13+ can ride the park for only $22.99 and riders 5-12 only $14.99. Enjoy 10% off all North Shore Bike Park merchandise, and program bookings including birthday parties and lessons. [More Info]
🧠 Wednesday Jan 15 | Pins and Needles Needlework Meetup | Parkgate Library | 6:30pm
Gather at the Library for a friendly session of knitting, crocheting, sewing, needlepoint, felting, tatting, embroidery, hand quilting, or other fiber arts. [More Info]
🌿 💄 Thursday Jan 16 | Learn to Make Lip Balm (Workshop) I West Vancouver (Address Provided Upon RSVP/Ticket Purchase | 6pm - 7:30pm
Dive into the world of natural lip care with this interactive session where you can customize flavors and colors for your very own lip balms. Learn about the ingredients and techniques needed to create truly hydrating lip balms. [More Info]
Events for Seniors
📱 💻 Thursday Jan 9 / Saturday Jan 11 / Sunday Jan 12 | Device Clinic | West Vancouver Library | TIME
Do you want to learn how to use your iPad, Android, or other mobile device? Staff will be available to give you personal help. Sign up for an appointment, and they’ll help you in person at the West Van Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. [For appointments and More Info]
🗣️ Tuesday Jan 14 | Seniors Gathering: Keys, Bags, Names, Words | North Vancouver City Library | 10am - 11:30am
Gather with fellow seniors at the library, share stories and enjoy light refreshments. Drop-ins are welcome, but registration is encouraged. You can register at any service desk or by calling 604-998-3450. In light of Alzheimer's month in Canada, we are screening "Keys Bags Names Words," a documentary about hope in aging and dementia. Registration Required.
Live Music & Dancing
Thursday, Jan 9
Open Mic Live Music Jam with the Blu Fins | Eagles Club Lounge (170 3rd St W, North Van) | 8pm to 11pm [More Info]
Friday, Jan 10
Wildeye Brewing | Live Music by Randy Swallow | 1385 Main St, North Van | 7pm to 10pm
Queen’s Cross Pub | Live Music by The Collective | 2989 Lonsdale, North Van | 8pm to 11pm
Squarerigger Pub | Live Music by Bad Influence | #150 - 1425 Marine Drive West Van | 8pm
Eagles Club Lounge | Blu Fins Friday | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm
Saturday, Jan 11
Cypress Mountain (Hollyburn Lodge) | Live Music on the Mountain I Tickets are $10 | 6pm - 9pm
Eagles Club Lounge | Live Music by Mark Hildebrand | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm
Seymour’s Pub | DJ Dance Party | 720 Old Lillooet Road, North Van | 10pm - 2 am
West Van Legion | Live Music by Anthony P | 580 18th Street, West Van | 7:30pm
Thursday, Jan 16
Kay Meek Arts Centre | Petunia & the Vipers | Tickets for $45 | 1700 Mathers Ave, West Van | 7:30pm
Eagles Club Lounge | Open Mic Live Music Jam with Randy Swallow | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm - 11pm
Friday, Jan 17
Kay Meek Arts Centre | Petunia & the Vipers | Tickets for $45 | 1700 Mathers Ave, West Van | 7:30pm
Upcoming Events
🧒 Saturday Jan 18 | Early Years Fair | West Van Community Centre | 10am - 12pm
Free activities plus an opportunity to connect with local community resources and services for young children and families [More Info]
💃 Monday January 20 | Seniors Event Dance Before Dark | Silver Harbour Seniors Centre I 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Dance away the winter blues to the music of Silver Harbour favourite John Cronin! Ticket price includes a cup of tea or coffee and a treat. Tickets ($10) must be purchased in person and are on sale now.
🧗♀️ [5 Spots Remaining] Friday Jan 24 | Parents Night Out | Climb Base 5 | 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Drop your kids off for a night of climbing while you enjoy a night out. 5:30pm - 8:30pm at 1485 Welch Street #2, North Van. Pre-registration required. $60 plus tax per child, and all climbing gear is provided. [Register Here]
🪴 Sunday Jan 26 I Gardening I Fresh Flowering Tropical Bowl Workshop | Garden Works I 11am - Noon
A hands-on workshop building a colorful bowl of lush tropical flowers and foilage. Tickets are $89.59 [Register Here].
💃 Saturday Feb 8 I Dancing: Count Me In North Van I Wallace Venue Shipyards I 7pm - 11pm I 19+
A community-driven dance event focused on learning new grooves, dancing, and great music. Doors at 7, dance lesson at 7:30, dance party at 8:45pm. Live DJ and open to 19+. Cash bar. [Tickets]
♿ 🎿 🏀 Saturday Feb 8 to Sunday Feb 16 I Invictus Games 2025
The Invictus games are coming to Vancouver and Whistler this winter, with sports, events and concerts to enjoy downtown and in Whistler. For more info, check the website
Kids Activities, Camps & Classes
🧒 👩🍳 Cooking Classes for Kids I Ages 3 - 12 I Little Kitchen Academy | Various Times & Dates
Little Kitchen Academy Edgemont has lots of classes starting for kids at this time of the year, including single classes, 2-session classes, and 3-session classes. Check their website for dates and times, which currently go into mid-March.
🧑🎨 Winter Drawing Class I Ages 8 - 12 I Edgemont Village Art Studio | Starts Jan 12 for 5 Weeks | 9am
5 weeks of drawing projects for kids ages 8 to 12. Every Sunday from 9am to 10:30pm, Jan 12 to Feb 9 [More Info] If you miss this session, another one starts Feb 12 and Feb 16.
🚧 Traffic Alerts…
(North Van - Keith Road) Westbound E Keith Rd (between Calverhall St & Adderley St) will be reduced to one lane from January 6 to 10, 2025 between 7:00am to 5:00pm. Plan accordingly.
(North Van - 342 Mountain Highway) Mountain Hwy between Bond St & Crown St will be reduced to one lane in each direction from January 6 to 31, 9:00am to 8:00pm. Expect delays.
(North Van - 1500 Block Hunter Street) Utility works on both Hunter St and Mountain Hwy will result in lane closures. 1 lane of traffic in each direction to be maintained Jan 6-10
(North Van - 220 Mountain Highway) Jan 6-18 Utility works on Oxford St. Oxford will be reduced to 1 lane eastbound only 7am-8pm. Tower crane removal on Jan 9, 7am-8pm, 1 lane on Oxford open for traffic.
(West Van - 25th Street and Ottawa Ave) Expect a full road closure on 25th Street between Ottawa Avenue and Palmerston Avenue for Fortis BC Gas installation. Construction will take place between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday.
🌧️ Atmospheric River: Were You Impacted by Flooding?
If you were impacted by flooding during the October 2024 atmospheric river, you may qualify for financial assistance. Deadline to apply is March 13, 2025. [More Info]
🍣 Yohachi Sushi is Closing
A North Vancouver favorite, Yohachi Sushi is closing. Their last day is January 11, so get one last order in if you can! 300-171 Esplanade W.
🥑 🍺 You Can Now Drink Beer and Wine at Save-on-Foods (Park & Tilford)
Save-on-Foods at Park and Tilford has opened a bar. Beer and wine are on tap, and while you can’t drink while you shop (imagine the overspending), you can grab a bite from the food bar and enjoy it with a drink.
🍳 Brunch is Loading…
Steamworks North Shore opened on Boxing Day, but until now they haven’t offered brunch. That changes this weekend, as they’ll launch their brunch menu on Jan 11 (Saturday). Located across from London Drugs on the corner of 21st St. East and Lonsdale.
🏠 North Van Rec Is Running Home Alone Courses for 10+ and Babysitters Training for 11+
North Van Rec has a number of upcoming single day “Home Alone” courses for tweens aged 10+ and Babysitters Training for ages 11-15. At the time of writing, there is space available in Home Alone classes on January 18 and 20 and February 1, 10, 15 and 23, and March 1. Babysitting Training has space available in the single-day sessions on January 12, 19, and 25, February 2, 8, 15, 23, and many spots available in March. Login to North Van Rec’s registration portal, and select “Certifications and Leadership” under the Youth section to see available dates.
♨️ 🍫 Hot Chocolate Fest Starts Next Weekend
Expect details in next Thursday’s North Shore Now newsletter so you can plan a hot chocolate tour of the North Shore.
🍽️ Dine Out Vancouver Starts January 22
The Restaurant reveal is January 15, so be sure to check next week’s newsletter for details about participating restaurants on the North Shore.
🧑🎨 Vendor Applications are Open: Shipyards Night Market & Harmony Arts Festival
Both Shipyards Night Market and Harmony Arts Festival have opened their vendor applications for 2025. You can find out more about the Shipyards Market here and Harmony Arts here.
⛔ West Van Centennial Seawalk is Closed for Repairs
The Centennial Seawalk at the base of 24th Street is currently closed due to ongoing work to repair the stormwater outfall channel. Work will take place Monday to Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be detour signage.
⛔ Lynn Valley Ecology Centre is Closed for Repairs Until Sunday, January 12
🐶 Get a Discount on Your Annual Dog License (DNV)
All dogs living in the District of North Van require a dog license, and you can snag a $13 discount on your annual dog license if you pay on or before Jan 31, 2025. [More Info]
🧒 👩🍳 Little Kitchen Academy Has (Temporarily) Discounted Pricing if you Buy 3 Classes
LKA Edgemont now offers single classes, making it easier for kids to try it out before committing to multiple sessions. Until January 31, you can a class for $99 per class, if you purchase a 3-class bundle. This special pricing is available until January 31. [More Info]
🤑 City of North Vancouver Budget Survey: On Now Until January 17
If you live in the City of North Vancouver, you can help shape the city’s budget. Your feedback will help city staff keep the community’s priorities top of mind as they take care of today’s needs and plan for tomorrow. Take the survey here.
⛔ 🏫 Plan Ahead for Upcoming Professional Days
January 27 (West Van): West Van public schools
February 14 (North Van and West Van): School District 44 (North Van) and West Van Schools
North Shore Indoor Bike Park has a full day (9am to 3pm) camp for kids ages 6-12. Register here.
Urban Adventures will be running a camp on Feb 14. Drop off and Pick up at Phibb’s Exchange, and the kids will take transit, play at the beach, and stop by Bella Ceramica for some pottery painting. 12 spots available. $75. Register here.
Lynn Valley Ecology Centre has a half-day morning camp for kids ages 5-8. Register here.
Edgemont Village Art Studio has a Pro D camp for kids ages 6-12 on February 14. Register here.
Monica’s Art Boutique offers camps for kids ages 5+ from 8am to 5pm on Feb 14. More info here.
Little Kitchen Academy Edgemont is running a half-day morning camp for 3-5 year olds, a half-day afternoon camp for 6-8 year olds, and an afternoon/evening class for 9-12 year olds.
North Van Rec offers Pro D camps at Delbrook and Lynn Creek on February 14, ages 6 to 12. Book using the online system.
West Van Rec has a variety of camps available for January 27 and February 14. More info here.
North Shore Girls Soccer offers several camps on February 14, depending on age/ability. More info here.
If you know of a professional day camp we should include in this list, hit reply to this email and let us know!
🎄Tree Chip Ups
(Pick ups are available from Scouts on Saturday, Jan 11 or Sunday, Jan 12. See drop off locations below)
West Vancouver Tree Chip Ups
Jan 11/12 - Scouts tree lot (west of London Drugs-Park Royal North) 9am-5pm
North Vancouver Tree Chip Ups
Jan 11/12 - Chevron station in Edgemont Village 9:30am - 4:30pm
Jan 11/12 - St. Clement's Church (3400 Institute Rd) 10am - 4pm
🌸 Plan Ahead for Spring Break
Spring Break camp registrations are already upon us. Mark your calendar, and check back weekly as we update this section:
Spring Break Camps Already Open for Registration
Spring Break Camps With Upcoming Registration Dates
If you know of a spring break camp we should include in this list, hit reply to this email and let us know!
Grab a slice of birthday cake to celebrate with these current or former North Shore residents.
North Vancouver-born NHL Goalie Martin Jones celebrates his birthday on January 10. Jones is currently an unrestricted free agent, and has previously played for the Leafs, Kings, Sharks, Flyers, and Kraken.
Actor Eric Peter-Kaiser was born on January 14, 1981 in West Vancouver. Known for his roles in Miracle (2004) and Evilution (2008).
Ingrid Jensen born January 12, 1966 in North Vancouver, is a well travelled and accomplished jazz musician. Happy birthday, Ingrid!
If you read this far in last week’s issue, we asked you what nickname for Vancouver Douglas Coupland coined? The answer: City of Glass, from Coupland’s eponymous book.
Congratulations to Baby Remy for being the North Shore’s first baby of 2025 [Read More]
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