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🧀 Cheese Queen, Shooting Stars & a Pasta Pop-Up: Plus 50+ Things to do on the North Shore this Week

The best things to do and know on the North Shore: August 7 to 13, 2025

August 07, 2025

What’s Happening on the North Shore: August 7 to 13, 2025

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Pilates Misconceptions? We’ve Heard them All

"It's just for dancers and soccer moms."

"It's all core work and breathing."

"One class fits everyone."

Wrong, wrong, and really wrong.

At Moving Spirit Pilates in North Van, there’s no one-size-fits-all playbook or cookie-cutter routines.

Instead? They assess how you move, identify your patterns, and prescribe exactly what your body needs. Whether you're dealing with tight hips from too much desk time or prepping for ski season, every session is built for you.

Curious? Book a Pilates Prelude appointment and see what pilates is really about.

🚗 North Shore Resident Launches Petition for Third Crossing as Traffic Crisis Deepens

What’s Happening? Roche Point resident, Cheryl Atchison, has launched a new Change.org petition demanding immediate action from all three levels of government to address the North Shore's traffic congestion. It calls for a comprehensive re-evaluation of transportation infrastructure (including the third crossing unicorn).

The Backstory. Despite exponential growth on the North Shore, the region still has the same two bridges it had 65 years ago. Even the $200-million Lower Lynn Improvement Project had mixed results. Last Wednesday, multiple accidents brought the North Shore to a standstill for 10 hours, and Cheryl wants our different levels of government to address the issue: “I am just tired of traffic, congestion, accidents, etc. dictating where I’m able to go (or not go).”

Why is this important? The petition highlights a critical vulnerability: single accidents can halt all traffic, creating “a potential hazard, particularly in emergencies when response times are critical." It's also affecting business. Landsea Tours stopped bringing cruise ship passengers to North Shore destinations in 2019 because traffic made on-time returns too risky.

The Takeaway. After decades of studies and promises, North Shore residents like Cheryl are taking matters into their own hands through grassroots organizing. There’s growing frustration with the traffic situation, and funding inequity.

🌠 The Perseids Meteor Shower Peaks This Week

The most popular meteor shower of the year (the Perseids) will peak the night of August 12 to 13. NASA recommends viewing during pre-dawn hours, though they can often be spotted as early as 10pm. Find a dark location away from city lights (Cypress, Porteau Cove) and allow your eyes ~20 minutes to adjust to the darkness.

🛝 New Playground & Park Alert: Topo Park in Central Lonsdale

Central Lonsdale just got a new outdoor hangout spot at East 16th and St. Andrews. The brand new Topo Park has sloped lawns, paths for strolling, plus a concrete slide, climbing wall, and wooden play structure to keep kids busy. [More info]

🐻 Old Bear Spray? Don’t Throw it in the Trash

Now through November 15, take your old bear spray to MEC in North Van for proper disposal. A $12 fee covers the cost of the hazardous waste recycling and a donation to the North Shore Black Bear Society.

🍝 Worth Eating This Week: Weekend Pasta Pop-Up

Loam Bistro (230 Esplanade W) has soft launched a Friday and Saturday night pasta popup from 5pm to late. Known for having one of the best brunches on the North Shore, Loam’s foray into dinner includes homemade pasta, appetizers (including their famous grilled peaches & prosciutto with burrata) and desserts. Fresh GF pasta is available. Walk-ins welcome, but resos are safest: [Make a Reservation]

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🧀 Ambleside Has a New Cheese Queen

Graydon’s Cheese Cellar is now open in Ambleside (1441 Bellevue). Owner and cheesemonger Kim Graydon has been teasing us with her cheesy tips on Instagram for the past 6 months, and it’s finally time to go see her in person. Bistro and patio service coming soon, but for now stop by to show this new business some love.

🌁 Across the Bridge

  • Bubble Tea Fest This Weekend. The largest bubble tea festival in Canada takes place August 9 and 10 at Swanguard. More than 100 booths packed with tea and tapioca, plus street food, market vendors, music, and a kids zone. [More info]

  • Hoagie Half tickets are on sale. If you love running, sandwiches and friends, the upcoming Hoagie Half on September 6 might be right up your alley. It’s a relay-style half-marathon that involves running and eating sandwiches from Meat and Bread, Say Hey Café, Juke Fried Chicken, and Vennie’s Sub Shop. [Register]

Stuff For Kids & Families

Thursday, August 7

  • Hot Summer Nights | Mahon Park | 6:30pm to 8pm: Meet firefighters, see the trucks, and get soaked by a fire hose. [More info]

  • Harmony Arts: Spinning Tops Art Station | John Lawson Park | 4pm to 8pm: Decorate a wooden spinning top with all kinds of supplies. [More info]

  • How to Draw Manga | Capilano Library | 3pm to 4pm: Learn how to draw regular and chibi manga characters. [More info]

Friday, August 8

  • Harmony Arts: Jelly Fish Creations | John Lawson Park | 2pm to 8pm: Dye coffee filters in bright colours and turn them into jellyfish art. [More info]

  • Free Outdoor Movie: Shrek | Heywood Park | Sundown: Jumbo games before the movie starts. [More info]

  • Movie Matinée: Cool Runnings | North Van City Library | 2:30pm [More info]

Saturday, August 9

  • Harmony Arts: Body Art | John Lawson Park | 12pm to 8pm: Use face-paint crayons to draw cool designs on your arms or legs. [More info]

  • Long Summer Nights | The Shipyards | 5pm to 10pm: Live music plus circus workshops, jumbo games, and free airbrush tattoos. [More info]

  • Art at Edgemont Village Art Studio (6+):

Sunday, August 10

  • Harmony Arts: Beaded Bracelets and Keychains | John Lawson Park | 12pm to 8pm: Craft a custom beaded bracelet or keychain. [More info]

Monday, August 11

  • Monday Fundays | Lynn Valley Village | 2pm to 3pm: Kid-friendly activities, art and temporary tattoos. [More info]

  • Bollywood Dance Lesson | North Van Civic Plaza | 6pm to 7pm: Free, outdoors and all ages! [Register]

Tuesday, August 12

  • Squishmallow Drawing Party | North Van City Library | 2pm to 3pm: All things cute, kawaii, round and squishy - drop-in to draw. [More info]

Wednesday, August 13

  • Park Play | Boulevard Park | 10am to 11:30am: Creative play and kids Zumba. [More info]

  • Teen Book Swap | Capilano Library | 2pm to 3:30pm: Bring books that are in good condition to swap. Jo the therapy dog will be on site. [More info]

  • Sunset Cinema: The Fast and the Furious | The Shipyards | 7pm to 11pm: Jumbo Games starting at 7pm; movie at 9pm. BYO chairs and blankets. [More info]

Stuff For Adults

Upcoming Featured Event*

🍓 Fresh BC Fruit & More: Market at the Quay on Wednesday, Aug 13 from 3pm to 7pm

The Lower Mainland's best vendors will be back for Market at the Quay on Wednesday evening. Think: straight-from-the-farm eggs, freshly picked BC berries, unique treats, and handcrafted treasures.

Running from 3pm to 7pm, it’s perfect timing for your Seabus commute home or a post-Shipyards stroll. Stock up on the week's best produce while it's still got dirt on it.

Upcoming Featured Event*

💪 Ageless Motion Workshop: Friday, August 22 from 4pm to 6pm

Calling all women over 40! Want to increase your mobility and flexibility, build functional strength, and enhance your mind-body connection?

Ageless Motion is a movement program designed specifically for you. Improve balance, coordination, strength and more during this 2-hour workshop to transform your movement and your life.

Thursday, August 7

  • Free Outdoor Concert: Big City Soul | Seylynn Park | 7pm to 9pm: [More info]

  • Outdoor Movie Screening: Flash Gordon | The Polygon | 9pm: By donation. [More info]

  • Harmony Arts Festival:

  • Steed Cycles x Shore Sirens Drivetrain Workshop | Steed Cycles | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Learn how and when to service your drivetrain. [More info]

Friday, August 8

Saturday, August 9

  • Harmony Arts Festival | John Lawson Park & Area | All Day:

  • Lynn Headwaters Mount Burwell Hike (Hard) | Kilmer Park | 7am to 8pm: Organized by North Van Hiking Meetup Group. Read all the terms before RSVPing. [More info]

  • Water Pitcher Clay Workshop | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 5:30pm to 6:50pm: Build your own Italian-inspired stoneware clay water pitcher! [More info]

  • Wicks N’ Wine Candle Making and Wine Tasting | Everything Wine North Van | 3pm to 5pm: Make hand-poured soy wax candles while enjoying wine and small bites. [More info]

Sunday, August 10

Monday, August 11

  • Bollywood Dance Workshop | North Van Civic Plaza | 6pm to 7pm: Free, outdoor dance lesson. [Register]

Tuesday, August 12

  • Free Outdoor Concert with Scott Crompton | North Van City Civic Plaza | 12pm to 1:30pm [More info]

  • 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]

Wednesday, August 13

  • Sunset Cinema: The Fast and the Furious | The Shipyards | 7pm to 11pm: Jumbo Games starting at 7pm; movie at 9pm. BYO chairs and blankets. [More info]

Events for Seniors

This Week

  • Friday, August 8 | Over 50s Social Group | Coffee at Wally’s Burgers in Cates Park | 2pm: Organized by the Over 50s Social Group Meetup Group. Must join the group to attend. [More info]

  • Monday, August 11 | Over 50s Social Group | Blackberry Picking & Ice Cream Picnic in Dundarave | 4:30pm: Organized by the Over 50s Social Group Meetup Group. Must join the group to attend. [More info]

  • Tuesday, August 12 | Create a Light-Up Button | North Van City Library | 10am to 11:30am: Design a simple button, work with felt to hand sew, and use simple embroidery techniques. Incorporate circuitry to add LEDs for a light-up piece of art you can wear. [More info]

  • Tuesday, August 12 | Over 50s Social Group | Brunch at Cindy’s on Marine Drive | 11am: Organized by the Over 50s Social Group Meetup Group. Must join the group to attend. [More info]

  • Wednesday, August 13 | Coping with Extreme Heat | Silver Harbour Seniors’ Centre | 1pm to 4pm: Participate in an SFU study about how older adults cope with extreme heat. Meet and greet from 1 to 2pm to learn more; focus group at 3pm if you decide to sign up.

  • Wednesday, August 13 | Over 50s Social Group | Koja Cafe Meetup | 2pm: Organized by the Over 50s Social Group Meetup Group. Must join the group to attend. [More info]

  • Wednesday, August 13 | Therapy Dogs | Silver Harbour Seniors’ Centre | 10:30am to 12pm: Two therapy dog teams from St. John Ambulance will be on-site. If you like dogs, drop by and say hello.

🎸 Live Music, DJs, Dancing & Pub Quizzes

Thursday, August 7

  • Wildeye Brewing | Music Bingo | 8pm to 10pm [More info]

  • West Van Legion | Full House Poker | Registration at 6:15pm; game at 6:30pm [More Info]

  • Eagles Club Lounge | Open Mic Night | 8pm to 11pm [More info]

Friday, August 8

  • Wildeye Brewing | Unloaded | 7pm to 10pm [More info]

  • Eagles Club Lounge | Billy Dixon & The BOP Band | 8:30pm to 11:30pm [More info]

  • Cypress | Summer Social Sets with DJ Tropico Norte | 4:30pm to 7:30pm [More info]

  • Square Rigger Pub | Wishbone | 8pm [More info]

Saturday, August 9

  • NEW: Black Kettle Brewing | Live Music Every Saturday | 5pm to 8pm

  • Wildeye Brewing | Upper Levels x Big Tall Garden (Limited tickets at the door for the patio) | 6:30pm to 11:45pm [More info]

  • Eagles Club Lounge | The New Marauderz | 8pm to 11pm [More info]

  • Square Rigger Pub | Karaoke | 7:30pm [More info]

Tuesday, August 12

  • Wildeye Brewing | Karaoke Night | 8pm to Late [More info]

Wednesday, August 13

  • Lynn Valley Legion | 80s Hits Bingo | 7pm [More info]

  • Village Taphouse | Live Music | 7pm [Reserve Online]

  • Pemberton Station Pub | Full House Poker | Registration at 6:15pm; game at 6:30pm

  • Eagles Club Lounge | Karaoke | 7pm to 11pm [More info]

  • Wildeye Brewing | Trivia Night | 8pm to 10pm [More info]

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