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💅 Drag Comedy, Beeraritas & a Teddy Bear Picnic: Plus 50+ Things to Do on the North Shore this Week
The best things to do on the North Shore: June 19 to 25, 2025
What’s Happening on the North Shore: June 19 to 25, 2025
Happy Thursday, North Shore Crew! Your weekly cheat-sheet to North & West Van is here 🎉
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Got an event, business, or wild idea we should know about? Hit reply and tell us. We read every note.
Meet Kelli Wheatley, a Registered Clinical Counsellor who traded the therapy couch for the great outdoors. Kelli helps clients improve their mental health while walking the North Shore's trails, combining professional support with the scientifically-proven healing powers of exercise, fresh air and nature.
As a North Shore native, Kelli knows these trails like the back of her hand -- and as a counsellor, she believes in engaging both the mind and the body in the pursuit of wellness.
The result? Therapy, North Shore-style.
She works with adults and teenagers, and most extended health plans cover her sessions.
If you're interested in a walk-and-talk approach to mental health, connect with Kelli at [email protected]
*Presented by Kelli Wheatley Counselling
🏆 Turns out you LOVE BC food brands! Last Week’s Winner is…
Well, that escalated quickly! We figured the North Shore Crew might be interested in last week’s BC food brand giveaway, but 177 entries (and so many comments)? You guys are serious about local snacks.
The prize was a curated collection of goodies from From The Ground Up's trade show featuring homegrown BC food brands. And it’s now on its way to its forever home with the lucky winner: Shirley! May your pantry be forever stocked with delicious local treats.
🥸 Crew Question
Last week, we got this gentle piece of feedback from a Crew member:
“Great newsletter, though the font is tiny. Thanks for all the information.”
Honestly, we had never considered this, but want to be sure the newsletter is readable to all without making it much longer (large font = longer email). So we’re putting it to vote. If the Crew says we need to biggen things up a bit, so shall it be enlarged.
Is the font in the newsletter too small? |
☠️ RIP Tuesdays
We’re calling it quits on the extra, paid-member-only email sends. As you may have noticed, we’re doing a lot of “throwing spaghetti against the wall to see what sticks” as we figure out how to make this newsletter sustainable (aka: profitable).
The Beyond the North Shore (Tuesday) and Littlest Crew (monthly) email sends were one such experiment, but neither took off like we’d hoped, especially weighed against how much extra work we were doing. Refunds incoming for Crew members with time left on paid memberships.
For now, we’re going to focus on securing long-term advertising relationships with local businesses we think you’ll want to hear about, and maybe some more products as we think of them (like the awesome North Shore brewery art print or the Crew hats).
Everything Wine* will be serving up good times with their upcoming food and bev events. These events are perfect for anyone who wants to expand their palate (and their knowledge), enjoy the finer things, or simply loves discovering new flavours and businesses. Call (604) 929-7277 to register, or stop by Everything Wine North Van (998 Marine Drive).
🥃 Saturday, June 21 | Local Craft Spirits Open House: Support local and try something new while sipping your way through stellar local spirits at this relaxed (and free) Open House. Taste some local legends and enjoy lite bites. Free and no registration required. Drop-in from noon to 6pm on Saturday.
🍶 Saturday, June 21 | Meet the Maker: Level up your sake game during this meet-greet-and-taste with the president of Aizu Homare Sake Brewery, who is flying in from Fukushima to share secrets behind their award-winning brews. 4pm to 5:30pm.
🇫🇷 Friday, June 27 | A Premium Tour of France’s Iconic Whites: Swirl and sip your way through some of France's most celebrated white wines: crisp Chablis, bubbly Champagne, fresh Sancerre, and rich Rhône varieties. 6pm to 7:30pm.
🧑🎨 Saturday, June 28 | Shape your Sips: Get your hands dirty creating your own mug or bowl while sipping a selection of excellent wine. Mellow Clay Studio handles the messy kiln stuff, so you can focus on the fun part. 3pm to 4:30pm.
🍇 Saturday, July 26 | Sip the World: Rosé Tasting: Journey from Provence's sun-soaked hills to the Okanagan’s gorgeous vineyards, and discover why pink wine is having a moment. 3pm to 4:30pm.
*Brought to you by Everything Wine
🥒 Limited Editions & Noms you Should Try
Black Kettle has launched a Cucumber Beer-a-Rita, and honestly, we’re intrigued. Margarita meets beer, with a cucumber twist.
Last week, we tried out the new-to-the-North Shore food truck, Ay Mamacita, which is parked at Cork It Wine Making (1427 Crown Street) every Wednesday from 4pm to 9pm. It’s right next to Sons of Vancouver, making it easy to grab a margarita to enjoy with your tacos.
Wildeye has introduced the limited-release Marshmallow Fluff Hazy IPA: soft, hazy, with a touch of vanilla. Make it a marshmallow flight by adding Beere’s Marshmallows are for Team Players.
🥐 Dope Bakehouse is Getting a Stand Alone North Shore Location
Big news for cruffin lovers: Dope Bakehouse is breaking free from its Nemesis Coffee overlord and opening its very own location in North Van. They’re setting up shop in Seylynn Village at the base of the Apex building (corner of Fern St and Mountain Highway).
No firm opening date, but it looks like they’re well into the process.
🍻 Beer Fest Kind of Weekend
Squamish Beer Fest is this Saturday, and will feature 55+ breweries, cideries, and small-batch spirits makers; plenty of non-alcoholic drinks; live music; and lots of food. There are shuttles running to and from Vancouver to keep things safe. [Tickets]
There’s also a mini beer fest across the bridge at Dageraad Brewing in Burnaby. 15 breweries with 45+ unique, bottle conditioned beers to try, and it’s all inclusive (no tokens). Saturday from 1pm to 5:30pm. [More Info]
🍸 Winner, Winner, Gin for Dinner: Congrats to Copperpenny
Raise a glass to our collective neighbours at Copperpenny. Their No. 005 Social Gin just took gold at the 2025 World Gin Awards as the best gin (contemporary category) in all of Canada. That's right - our local North Shore distillery came out on top of the whole damn country. Eat our dust, Newfoundland. [Read More].
👉 Do you run a restaurant, bar, or food biz you want included? Hit reply and let’s chat!
🏰 Lynn Valley Days on Saturday
Lynn Valley Days is this Saturday, and is not-to-be-missed, especially for families. It’s the annual fundraiser for Lynn Valley Lions Club, and all funds raised stay in the community. It’s also a lot of fun.
Start with the pancake breakfast at 7:30am at Lynn Valley Community Centre (3590 Mountain Highway), followed by the always-fun parade. The parade leaves from Mollie Nye Way and Lynn Valley Road at 9:30am, and the route is below (image). Bouncy castles start at 10am on the field next to Lynn Valley School, and live entertainment hits the stage at 11am. Food, fun and fundraising for a good cause!
🍻 Launch Party for a Cause: North Point & LGH Foundation Launch Hospital for Here N/A Pale Ale
Lions Gate Hospital Foundation and North Point Breweing have teamed up on the Hospital for Here Pale Ale (a N/A near-beer). It launches Tuesday, and sales will support the Foundation’s goal to build a new acute musculoskeletal, neurological, and debilitating illness rehab facility on the North Shore. Think stroke, severe ski/bike injuries, etc., which currently often go across the bridge to GF Strong.
Join the launch party this Tuesday, June 24th at 6pm at North Point (tickets are free) or find the Hospital for Here N/A pale ale at North Point, all North Shore Save-on-Foods locations, and other local retailers starting June 25.
🐶 Weird Stuff Across the Bridge
Saturday, June 21 | Corgi Con World Record Attempt: BYOC (Bring Your Own Corgi) for this attempt to break the world record for the biggest ever Corgi group photo. Free, catered, and licensed - but you must bring your BYOC. 2pm to 5pm at the Friendly Paws Club in Kitsilano. [Register]
Saturday, June 21 | Hobby Horse Ride: The Scandinavian Midsummer Festival has some doozies this weekend, including a hobbyhorse ride at 3pm. Show off your moves on an obstacle course, or race against the clock. [More Info]
Sunday, June 22 | Wife Carrying Contest: Another fun one and part of the Scandinavian Midsummer Festival, there will be an authentic Finnish wife carrying contest from 2pm to 3pm. Check out the festival info here, and the full weekend program here.
👩🌾 Market Reminders
Thursdays from 3pm to 7pm | Civic Plaza Market | North Van City Civic Plaza (141 14th Street W): New vendors each week: baked goods, honey, flowers, artisan soaps and skin care, candles, kettle corn, home decor and more. [More Info]
Fridays from 3pm to 10pm | Shipyards Night Market | Ship Yards: Live music, a beer garden, food trucks and market stalls. [More Info]
Fridays from 5pm to 10pm | Made in the 604 Market | Pipe Shop at the Shipyards: Shop from local makers and artisans. Free admission and pet friendly [More Info]
Saturdays from 10am to 1pm | Community Farmers Market | Loutet Farm: The local-est produce and food from the farm and local vendors. [More Info]
Sundays from 9am to 2pm | Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market | West Van District: Growers, bakers, and artisans [More Info]
Wednesdays from 2pm to 4pm | Farm Gate Sale | Loutet Farm: Delicious produce grown at Loutet Farm. [More Info]
Wednesdays from 3pm to 7pm | Market at the Quay | Lonsdale Quay: Local produce, artisanal foods, and handcrafted goods with new vendors every week [More Info]
Note: all event times listed are North Shore Standard Time, the official time zone of North Shore Now. 😉 Double check events and times before you head out the door.
Stuff For Kids & Families
Summer Reading Club is Here
Summer Reading Club is here. The goal? Get your elementary-aged kids reading for 15 minutes per day, for 50 days or more, throughout the summer. Pick up your Summer Reading Record at any of the local libraries to participate.
Thursday, June 19
🛶 Cedar paddle keychain craft | North Van City Library | 2pm to 3:30pm: Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day by making your own personalized paddle keychain while learning about important symbols in Coast Salish culture. Drop-in and all ages. [More Info]
Friday, June 20
🌀 Pottery Clay Wheel Workshop Adult & Family (Ages 8+) | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 3:30pm: Beginner-friendly clay wheel workshop. Throw up to 2 bowls, and return for a second visit to glaze/colour. [More Info]
Saturday, June 21
🧸 Teddy Bear Picnic | St. Andrew's Park | 11am to 2pm: Cookie decorating, face painting, puppetry performance, clowns, arts and crafts, hot dogs and more. [More Info]
🎡 Lynn Valley Days | Lynn Valley Field | 7:30am to 5pm: Pancake breakfast (7:30am) and parade (9:30am), followed by all-day bouncy castles (10am), live entertainment (11am), food, and more. [More Info]
🫧 Bubble Fest | Capilano Mall | 11am to 4pm: Free bubbly excitement, including Science World bubble shows, face painting, balloon art, crafts, and more. [More Info]
🎨 Painting and Clay Workshops at Edgemont Village Art Studio:
🐸 Froggie Jar Stoneware Clay Workshop | 3:30pm: Build a frog jar and lid out of speckled stoneware clay fit with a lid. Return for a second visit to glaze/colour it. [More Info]
🧙 Lil Gnomies Oven-Bake Clay Workshop | 5:30pm: Make adorable gnome figures using Ditto oven-bake clay. [More Info]
🎨 Expressionist Layers Acrylic Painting Workshop | 5pm: Channel your inner expressionist in this colourful abstract painting workshop. This one looks like it will be lots of fun! [More Info]
Sunday, June 22
📕 Kid's Summer Book Swap | Capilano Library | 6pm to 7pm: Trade in your old books for some new-to-you ones. Bring up to 3 children’s books for swapping. [More Info]
🛹 Skateboard Pump Track Championships | Inter-River Park | 10am to 2pm: Race solo for the fastest lap. Youth categories are under 12s and 13 to 17. [Register]
🎨 Painting and Clay Workshops at Edgemont Village Art Studio:
🐸 Froggie Jar Stoneware Clay Workshop | 5pm: Build a frog jar and lid out of speckled stoneware clay fit with a lid. Return for a second visit to glaze/colour it. [More Info]
⛰️ Mountain Quilling Oven-Bake Clay Workshop | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 2:30pm: Create your own swirling mountain scene from Ditto oven-bake clay. [More Info]
Wednesday, June 25
North Shore Youth Summer Job Fair (Ages 16 to 30) | WorkBC (980 West 1st, North Van) | 11am to 3pm: If your teens or young adults are still looking for a perfect summer gig, WorkBC's North Shore location is hosting an in-person hiring fair. Meet multiple employers in one afternoon, and maybe even land a job on the spot. [Register]
Upcoming Events & Activities for Kids
All of these are likely to sell out, so we’re flagging them early for you.
Friday, July 4 | Bugs & Blooms (Ages 5 to 11) | Maplewood Farm | 10am to 11:30am: Discover the world of bugs and blooms through interactive activities. Build a bug hotel, explore the garden & greenhouse, go on a bug hunt, and start seedlings. [Register]
Sunday, July 6 | Behind the Scenes (Ages 5+ Parent Participation) | Maplewood Farm | 8:30am to 10am: Hands-on farm tasks such as caring for animals, exploring farm life, and other engaging activities.. [Register]
Saturday, July 19 | Peek in a Creek (Ages 3 to 8 Parent Participation) | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre: Spot frogs, dipper birds, or insects, and learn about the creatures that make up a healthy stream. [Register]
Saturday, August 9 OR 16 (Ages 3 to 8 Parent Participation) | Micro Worlds | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre: Uncover some of the smallest creatures living in Lynn Canyon, then magnify them on the projector. [Register]
Stuff For Adults
Thursday, June 19
💅 Come As You Are: Drag Comedy Show | North Point Brewing | Doors at 7pm: A bold, hilarious, and unapologetically queer night of stand-up comedy and drag performance, where everyone’s welcome, and nothing is off-limits. [Tickets]
🛶 Cedar paddle keychain craft | North Van City Library | 2pm to 3:30pm: Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day by making your own personalized paddle keychain while learning about important symbols in Coast Salish culture. Drop-in and all ages. [More Info]
🧡 Red Cedar Woman Studios: Cedar Bracelet Making Workshop | Mahon Park | 6pm to 7pm: Learn to make a beautiful cedar bracelet with Red Cedar Woman Studios, an Indigenous-owned and operated company. Free; no registration required. [More Info]
🛍️ Sip and Shop | Multiple Shops on Lower Lonsdale | 5pm to 8pm: Head to Lower Lonsdale for a neighbourhood Sip & Shop: local shopping, drinks, snacks, and discounts/promotions. Grab a gelato pop while you’re there. [More Info]
🏕️ Camping 101 with Parks Canada | North Van City Library | 2pm to 3pm: Parks Canada's Learn-to-Camp team will discuss how to prep and pack for a trip, including how to pack a cooler, how to layer, and how to safely store items overnight. [More Info]
🐻 Animal aware with Parks Canada | North Van City Library | 3:30pm to 4:30pm: Parks Canada's Learn-to-Camp team will provide tips on how to safely enjoy the outdoors while keeping a respectful distance from wildlife. [More Info]
🧡 Artist talk: Aaron Nelson-Moody | North Van City Library | 7pm to 8pm: Squamish Nation artist Aaron Nelson-Moody, aka Splash, will talk about Coast Salish art and his expansive career, composed of carving, graphic design and metalwork. [More Info]
🍎 The Midlife Fat Loss & Hormone Reset | Kahlena Movement Studio | 7pm to 8pm: Science-backed strategies for dealing with mid-life weight gain for women. [More Info]
👩💼 Meet Your MLA: Lynne Block | Capilano Library | 11am to 12pm: Join Lynne Block, MLA for West Vancouver-Capilano, for an informal chat. [More Info]
Friday, June 20
💃 North Shore Jazz Series: Farah Siraj | West Van Library | 7:30pm to 8:45pm: Farah Siraj’s music blends the sounds of flamenco, jazz, bossa nova, pop, and Middle Eastern music. General admission and doors at 7pm; no registration or ticketing. [More Info]
🎸 J. Knutson In Concert | The Mollie Nye House | 7:00pm to 9:00pm: Concert with singer-songwriter, founding member of Spirit of the West, and former director of The North Shore Celtic Ensemble. [More Info]
🎡 Shipyards Night Market | Ship Yards | 3pm to 10pm: Live music, a beer garden, food trucks and market stalls. [More Info]
Main Stage Music Lineup: Dreams 2 Reality (5pm to 6pm) and R&B Conspiracy (7pm to 10pm)
Cates Deck Music Lineup: Danny Davies (5pm to 7pm) and Peter Klimes (7pm to 10pm)
This Week’s Food Truck Lineup: Taco Nori, Teriyaki Boys, Veg Out, Beaver Tails, Babas House, Bao Buns, Poncho’s Tacos, Roasted Revolution, Life is Sweet Confections, Tacoland, Chai Wagon, Island Husk Bar, and Gary’s Kettle Corn.
🔊 Infrared and Magnesium Sound Bath by Mila Earth | West Van Location (Details Upon Booking) | 7pm to 8:30pm: Immerse yourself in a cozy, private session blending magnesium therapy, sound healing, infrared light, and more. Includes cacao, tea, and hands-on bowl healing. [More Info]
🌀 Pottery Clay Wheel Workshop | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 3:30pm: Beginner-friendly clay wheel workshop. Throw up to 2 bowls, and return for a second visit to glaze/colour. [More Info]
☕ Pinch Pot Mug | Pureamics | 6pm to 8pm: Create your own tea cup or mug using the pinch pot technique and decorate / colour it as you wish. [More Info]
Saturday, June 21
🎶 Waahli & Guests | Civic Plaza | 1:00pm to 2:30pm: A free concert featuring Montreal Waahli, who fuses hip-hop, Afrobeat, reggae and Haitian funk. Part of the Vancouver International Jazz Festival’s North Shore Jazz series. [More Info]
🎺 Mary Ancheta’s MAQkestra Performs the Music of Betty Davis | Capilano University | 8pm to 10pm: Ancheta’s six-piece band performs the flamboyant diva’s gritty, sexually-charged, incredibly funky tunes. Part of the Vancouver International Jazz Festival’s North Shore Jazz series. [More Info]
🧡 National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration | Ambleside Park by the Welcome Figure that marks K’aya’chtn | 4:30pm to 9pm: Celebrate the languages, music, dance, cultures, and contributions of First Nations peoples. Art, music, storytelling, and dance; canoe families and activities on the beach; live music featuring Squamish Nation performers, and a salmon dinner cooked over an open fire. [More Info]
😎 Hello Summer Market | West Van Community Centre | 9:30am to 1:30pm: Shop from a curated selection of items from local artisans, crafters, creators, and designers selling fashion, jewelry, art, home décor, gourmet treats, and more. [More Info]
🧘 Solstice Movement and Flow | Cates Park | 8:30am to 10am: Morning breathwork, movement and yoga by the ocean, followed by a dip. [Register]
👃 Aromatherapy Bracelet Workshop (Ages 15+) | Jade Craft House | 2pm to 3:30pm: Create your own aromatherapy bracelet using gemstones, naturally porous lava beads, and essential oils. [Register]
💐 Flat Wall Vase Clay Workshop | Bella Ceramica | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Create a whimsical wall vase that you can put water and flowers in. [More Info]
🏙️ The Rhythm of Broadway | Centennial Theatre | 2pm to 9:15pm: A celebration of the music that defined generations, packed with timeless Broadway hits. [Tickets]
🔉 Summer Sound Bath | North Shore (Location shared upon booking) | 7pm to 9pm: An intimate sound bath session with magnesium therapy, sound bowls, optional hot tub soak, chocolate, and herbal tea or wine. [Register]
🧘 SOUL-stice Patio Party | Kahlena Movement Studio | 5pm to 8pm: Live music, cocktails, small bites, dancing, face painting, balloon animals, and more to celebrate this local business turning 8. [More Info]
🎨 Painting and Clay Workshops at Edgemont Village Art Studio:
🌈 Plant a Rainbow Stoneware Clay Plant Pot Workshop | 3:30pm: Create a charming rainbow plant pot using stoneware clay. Return for a second visit to glaze/colour it. [More Info]
🎨 Colour Master Mug Stoneware Clay Workshop | 1:45pm: Build a mug out of stoneware clay, and return to glaze it as the most colourful mug your imagination can muster. [More Info]
☕ Natureware Mug Stoneware Clay Workshop | 1:45pm: Create your own Natureware mug from stoneware clay and press fresh or dried flowers to press into the design. [More Info]
Sunday, June 22
🎶 Honeybear, The Band | Lynn Valley Village | 1:00pm to 3:00pm: High-energy retro soul, blues, and roots. A free concert that’s part of the Vancouver International Jazz Festival’s North Shore Jazz series. [More Info]
🛹 Skateboard Pump Track Championships | Inter-River Park | 10am to 2pm: Race solo for fastest lap. Adult categories are all rides, masters (40+) and ladies only. [Register]
🖼️ Horseshoe Bay Art Walk | Horseshoe Bay | 11am to 4pm: Enjoy or shop for local artists’ work at 7 stops around Horseshoe Bay. See the map of destinations here.
🧡 Speaking Pictures with Gary Lawa Johnston | The Polygon Gallery | 11am to 1pm: Gary "Lawa" Johnston will share the remarkable story of his Squamish ancestor, William Nahanee, who was the first person in B.C. to go on strike. In the 1880s, Nahanee joined forces with fellow longshoremen to form a union, paving the way for Indigenous workers to organize and advocate for their rights. Suggested donation of $10 to $20. [RSVP here]
🚶♀️ Cleveland Dam to First Lake Hike (Intermediate) | Cleveland Dam | 9am to 3pm: Organized by the North Van Hiking Meetup. Must join the group on Meetup and press “attend” on the event. Read all requirements before committing [More Info]
👖 Community Clothing Swap | Presentation House Theatre | 11am to 2pm: Bring up to 15 gently used clothing items and swap them for something new-to-you. Admission by donation. [More Info]
🪴 Aquatic Anthurium Design Workshop | Gardenworks | 11am: Create a water- based design with sculptural flowering Anthurium, suspended in clear glass with underwater styling incorporating ceramic goldfish. [More Info]
🍄 Foraging & Plant Identification Workshop | Princess Park | 11:30am to 1pm: Learn to identify, harvest, and prepare a variety of wild plants from a herbalist and nutritionist. [Register]
🎤 Pop Juke Box | Highlands Church | 2:30pm: Sing, laugh, and dance in your seat to this high-energy, all-ages show packed with your favourite pop hits from across the decades. [Tickets] and [More Info]
🧘 Radiant Rising Summer Solstice Retreat | Kahlena Movement Studio | 11am to 4pm: Mindful movement, guided reflection and meditation, creativity, grounding rituals and sound healing. [More Info]
🎨 Painting and Clay Workshops at Edgemont Village Art Studio:
🎨 Colour Master Mug Stoneware Clay Workshop | 3:15pm: Build a mug out of stoneware clay, and return to glaze it as the most colourful mug your imagination can muster. [More Info]
☕ Natureware Mug Stoneware Clay Workshop | 3:15pm: Create your own Natureware mug from stoneware clay and press fresh or dried flowers to press into the design. [More Info]
🌈 Plant a Rainbow Stoneware Clay Plant Pot Workshop | 5pm: Create a charming rainbow plant pot using stoneware clay. Return for a second visit to glaze/colour it. [More Info]
⛰️ Mountain Quilling Oven-Bake Clay Workshop | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 2:30pm: Create your own swirling mountain scene from Ditto oven-bake clay. [More Info]
Monday, June 23
🎶 Opera at Isetta with Chloé Hurst and Aaron Durand | Isetta Cafe and Bistro (4360 Marine Drive, West Van | 7:30pm to 9:30pm: Two 30-minute sets with a 15-minute break in between. Email [email protected] or call 778-279-8299 for tickets. [More Info]
🇮🇪 Mick Flannery | Capilano University | 7:30pm to 9:30pm: Irish singer-songwriter is known for exquisite storytelling and a voice for the ages. Part of the Vancouver International Jazz Festival’s North Shore Jazz series. [More Info]
Tuesday, June 24
🎲 Good Game North Vancouver | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 6pm: A board game meetup. Choose from games available or bring your own to share. $5 to join. [Tickets]
🔉 Summer Sound Bath | North Shore (Location shared upon booking) | 7pm to 9pm: An intimate sound bath session with magnesium therapy, sound bowls, optional hot tub soak, chocolate, and herbal tea or wine. [Register]
Wednesday, June 25
👨💼 North Shore Summer Job Fair (Ages 16 to 30) | WorkBC (980 West 1st, North Van) | 11am to 3pm: WorkBC's North Shore location is hosting an in-person hiring fair. Meet multiple employers in one afternoon, and maybe even land a job on the spot. Designed for job seekers ages 16 to 30. [Register]
👩💼 Chats with MLA Susie Chant | Lynn Valley Library | 10:30am to 11:30am: Bring your questions and comments and join Susie Chant, MLA for North Vancouver-Seymour, for an informal chat at the library. [More Info]
🫶 Events for Seniors
This Week
Thursday, June 19 | Eye Deal | West Van Seniors Activity Centre | 11:30am to 1pm: An informative support group for people with low vision. Guest speakers, discussion, and information sharing at each meeting. [More Info]
Friday, June 20: Over 50s Social Group Coffee and Chat | Perfecto Cafe Esplanade | 2pm: Hosted by the Over 50s Social Group Meetup group. Must be a member to attend. No charge to join the group or attend. [More Info]
Monday, June 23 | Paper Flower Workshop | Silver Harbour Seniors Centre | 1pm to 3pm: Discover the art of crafting stunning flowers using everyday materials like tissue paper and coffee filters. Call 604-980-2474 or email [email protected] to register.
Tuesday, June 24 | New Member Welcome Coffee | West Van Seniors Activity Centre | 10am to 11am: Are you a new member to the Seniors' Activity Centre? Come for a morning coffee chat. [More Info]
Wednesday, June 25 | Lunch & Learn: Home Care & Devices for Seniors | Silver Harbour Seniors Centre | 11am to 12pm: Learn about new medical healthcare equipment and options for care at home. Call 604-980-2474 or email [email protected] to register.
June and July Day Trips for Seniors
West Van Rec’s upcoming June and July trips for seniors are listed below. These often sell out, so register early:
Sunday, June 29: Bard on the Beach: Much Ado About Nothing: Two of Shakespeare's most tumultuous couples discover all is not as it seems in an idyllic town recovering from war. [Register]
Wednesday, July 2: Academy Farms Langley: Meet the herd of 350+ water buffalo and 100+ bison, ride on a 30-passenger wagon, see baby calves, taste cheese, and learn about agriculture, the animals, and state-of-the-art technology. [Register]
Thursday, July 10: Krause Berry Farm: Hop on the bus and visit one of the best farms in Langley during blueberry season. Shop, eat, and pick berries, or select from a variety of frozen foods. [Register]
Sunday, July 20: Bard on the Beach: The Two Gentlemen of Verona: This nostalgic visit to the 80s features a soundtrack of that candy-coloured decade, from unforgettable dance hits to tear-jerking ballads, as it celebrates friendship and the foolhardy ways young love makes us behave. [Register]
🎸 Live Music, DJs, Dancing & Pub Quizzes
Thursday, June 19
Wildeye Brewing | Music Bingo | 1385 Main St, North Van | 8pm to 10pm | Reservations recommended: Call 604-988-1900 [More Info]
Copperpenny Distilling Co. | Live Music in the Lounge with Jake Hammond | 288 Esplanade E, North Van | 7pm to 10pm [More Info]
Eagles Club Lounge | Open Mic Music Jam | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm [More Info]
West Van Legion | Full House Poker | 580 18th St, West Van | 6:30pm | Game starts at 6:30pm, Registration at 6pm [More Info]
The Beach House Restaurant | Live Music Every Thursday | 150 25th Street, West Van | 8:30pm | Make a reservation online
Friday, June 20
Wildeye Brewing | Live Music with Dean Michael Smith | 1385 Main St, North Van | 7pm to 10pm | Reservations recommended: Call 604-988-1900 [More Info]
Pemberton Pub | Live Music Every Friday | 135 Pemberton Ave, North Van | 7:30 / 8pm | Reservations recommended: Call 604-984-3558
Eagles Club Lounge | Live Music with Moodyville Park Band | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 9pm [More Info]
Squarerigger Pub | Live Music with Jennifer Diamond | #150 - 1425 Marine Drive West Van | 7:30pm | First Come, First Serve - No Reservations [More Info]
Queens Cross Pub | Live Music by The Recipe | 2989 Lonsdale Ave, North Van | 9pm | Reservations recommended: Call 604-980-7715. [More Info]
West Van Legion | Movie Theme Bingo | 580 18th St, West Van | 7pm [More Info]
Sea to Sky Gondola | Mountain Music Series | 5pm to 8pm: Every Friday evening until September 12. [More Info]
Grouse Mountain | Aprés Bike and Live Music from 5pm to 8pm: live music from 5pm to 8pm.Happy hour runs 5pm to 6pm with $5 beers, with
Liberty Kitchen | DJ Every Friday Until Late | 1378 Main St., North Van
Catch 122 | Live Music (Rotating Artists) | 128 Carrie Cates Ct, North Van | 6:30pm [Reservations]
Roma Italian Restaurant | Live Music Every Friday | 1352 Lonsdale, North Van | 6pm to Close | Call 604-990-9986 for reservations
Saturday, June 21
Eagles Club Lounge | Live Music with Celtic Cowboys | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm [More Info]
West Van Legion | Music by Super Mario Rockin’ from the Groove Duo | 580 18th St, West Van | 8pm [More Info]
West Van Legion | Summer Kick Off BBQ (Ticketed) | 580 18th St, West Van | 5:30pm [More Info]
Squarerigger Pub | Karaoke with Tracey Dupree | #150 - 1425 Marine Drive West Van | 7:30pm | First Come, First Serve - No Reservations [More Info]
Seymours Pub | DJ Dance Party | 720 Old Lillooet Road, North Van | 10pm to 2am | Reservations recommended: Call 604-904-8778 [More Info]
Browns Social House Lower Lonsdale | DJ Every Saturday Until Late | 103 2nd St. W, North Van
Liberty Kitchen | DJ Every Friday Until Late | 1378 Main St., North Van
Roma Italian Restaurant | Live Music Every Saturday | 1352 Lonsdale, North Van | 6pm to Close | Call 604-990-9986 for reservations
Sunday, June 22
Wildeye Brewing | Sunset Piano Sessions with Austin Leitch | 1385 Main Street, North Van | 3pm to 6pm [More Info]
Monday, June 23
Tuesday, June 24
The Gull Bar & Kitchen | The Gull | 175 1st St E, North Van | 7pm | Call for Reservations: 604-988-5585
House of Pandemonium | Bingopot Trivia Night | 350 Esplanade E #101 | 7pm: [More Info]
Wildeye Brewing | Karaoke | 1385 Main Street, North Van | 8pm - 11pm | Reservations recommended: Call 604-988-1900 [More Info]
Wednesday, June 25
Village Taphouse | Live Music Every Wednesday | 900 Main Street, Park Royal Village | 7pm
Pemberton Station Pub | Full House Poker | 135 Pemberton Ave, North Van | 6:30pm | Game starts at 6:30pm, Registration at 6:15pm [More Info]
Eagles Club Lounge | Karaoke Wednesdays | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 7pm to 11pm [More Info]
House of Pandemonium (Née: House of Funk) | Music Bingo | 7pm: Reservations recommended: Call 604-770-3676 [More Info] [Reserve a Spot]
Wildeye Brewing | Kaboom Atomic Trivia Night | 1385 Main Street, North Van | 8pm to 10pm | Reservations recommended: Call 604-988-1900 [More Info]
🖼️ Current Exhibitions on the North Shore
On Until June 22 | Chromatic Complexities | Kay Meek Arts Centre: A vibrant group exhibition exploring identity, connection, and culture through layered uses of colour by artists Nadia Aldea, Ian Desai, and Marika Morissette.[More Info]
On Until June 27 | Legacy In Stone: Three Contemporary Expressions | Inuit Gallery of Vancouver: An extraordinary gathering of more than thirty museum-quality sculptures that collectively offer an unparalleled highlight of the past seven decades of Inuit artistic excellence. [More Info]
On until June 29 | Midsummer Romance | Silk Purse Gallery: Painters Glenda Leznoff, Connie O’Connor & Lisa Penz's gestural & lyrical abstractions explore our romanticization of the past, place & dreams & how that influences our current reality. [More Info]
On Until June 29 | Chester Fields 2025: Shadow Play | Polygon Gallery: Professionally juried photography exhibition for high school students. In 2025, the theme is Shadow Play. Students have been invited to consider how sensors in camera technology render – or fail to render – darkness, and how the resulting images compare to human vision. [More Info]
On Until July 18 (Wed. to Sat. 11am to 5pm) | Through the Garden Gates | North Van Arts at CityScape Community ArtSpace: Step Through the Garden Gates and discover the hidden wonders waiting just beyond our doors - a vibrant community art garden with a mix of 2D and 3D artwork inspired by domestic floral and botanical themes. [More Info]
On Until July 19 | Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material | West Van Art Museum: The work of Canadian architecture and design practice, Patkau Architects, known for their innovative and deeply thoughtful approach to architecture, with a particular attention to light and its role in shaping spaces. [More Info]
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