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⛰️ Film Festival, Valen-Wines & Shopping Local: Plus 50+ Things to Do on the North Shore This Week
News & Events on the North Shore - February 6 to 12, 2025
What’s Happening on the North Shore: February 6 to 12, 2025
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Inside This Week’s Issue
Inside this week’s newsletter, you’ll find:
Major Events for This Week
Events for Kids and Families
Events for Adults
Events for Seniors
Live Music, Dancing and Pub Quizzes
Current Art Exhibits
Upcoming Classes for Kids and Teens
North Shore Things We Think You Should Know
Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities on the North Shore
💥 Major Events This Week
💃 Get Ready to Dance, North Shore!
This Saturday (Feb 8), get ready to learn new grooves, enjoy live DJ music, and dance your North Shore bottom off. Count Me In North Van is happening at the Wallace Venue (Shipyards) from 7pm to 11pm, and consists of a dance lesson, dance party, and cash bar. 19+. Limited tickets still available, so don’t delay. [Tickets]
⛰️ Enjoy the Outdoors on the Big Screen
The Coast Mountain Film Festival is on this weekend, with multiple screenings from local and international filmmakers from Friday, Feb 7 to Sunday, Feb 9. Screenings are at Centennial Theatre. [More Info and Tickets].
💗 Last Minute Valentine’s Day Help
If you’re still looking for the perfect spot or gift for your Valentine, we’ve got you covered. Plus, all our gifting suggestions support local businesses, which is a known cure for tariff whiplash 😉
🍝 Dining
Salmon House on the Hill, Fishworks, and Pier 7 are all offering set menus on Feb 14.
Burgoo is offering their regular menu, plus a chocolate fondue. And Olive & Anchor is offering their regular menu along with a Valentine’s a la carte.
💝 Gifting
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(For Kids or Her) Petal and Posy makes those 3D printed dragons that all the kids seem to be obsessed with right now, if you’re one of those “give your kids a Valentine’s gift” kind of families. They also make gorgeous, organic-but-funky-and-angular jewelry. Check ‘em out on their shop or Instagram for more.
(For Everyone) This Seabus Commute Fine Art Print by Joanne Hastie would look great in any North Shore home.
(For Everyone) Elevated Trail Maps makes awesome maps of your fav North Shore trails. You loved these last time we mentioned them, so we’re sharing again. If you’re worried about them arriving in time, hit reply to this newsletter and we’ll see if we can help (we have a fun idea here - we double-dog-dare you to ask us!)
(For Everyone) Salt Outdoors’ Bags, Toques, and Outdoor Changing Robes are made for the wet coast. Use the code Valentines10 for 10% off at checkout. If you’re worried about shipping, the owners have been known to hand deliver across the North Shore, so you can probably get it in time!
(For Her) Sarah Taylor Designs makes beautiful and surprisingly affordable toggle necklaces that would make a beautiful “for her” Valentine’s gift. Can’t decide? The Flat Paperclip Toggle necklace is a classic choice. Sarah can accommodate rush orders if you’re a procrastinator.
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Events For Kids & Family: February 6 to 12
Reminder: February 14 is a professional day, so we curated a list of all the Pro D camps we could find on the North Shore. 👉 Pro D Camps here. We’ve also started a list of Spring Break camps on the North Shore. 👉 Spring Break Camps here
Thursday, February 6
Events for Under 5s
🚲 Lil Shredders (Riders under 7 and their caregivers) at North Shore Bike Park: Kids have the Pump Tracks and Street Zones to themselves from 9am to 11am. [More Info]
Events for Elementary:
📕 Book Buddies (Ages 6 - 11) at Parkgate Library: Developing readers are paired with teen volunteers to read together. 4-week program. [More Info]
Events for Tweens and Teens:
🕹️ After School Gaming Drop-In (Gr. 8 - 12) at North Van City Library [More Info]
📕 Read and Review Drop-In Book Club (Ages 13 - 18) at Lynn Valley Library [More Info]
Friday, February 7
Events for Under 5s:
Events for Elementary (Parent Participation):
😽 Hygge Kitties Clay Sculpture Workshop at Edgemont Art Studio [More Info]
🐻 Make a Bear Hug Pottery Vase at Edgemont Art Studio [More Info]
♟️ Kids Drop-In Chess at Lynn Valley Library [More Info]
❤️ Make a Fused Glass Love Heart at Bella Ceramica: Create a fused glass heart pendant. Children must be accompanied by an adult. [Register Here]
Events for Tweens and Teens:
🏓 Youth Night Drop-In (Grades 6 to 9) at Ron Andrews Rec Centre [More Info]
👋 After School Pre-Teen Drop In (Grades 5 - 7) at Parkgate Rec Centre [More Info]
Youth Night (Ages 13 - 18) at North Shore Bike Park: Riders aged 13- 18 can ride for $22.99, starting at 4pm. The lights go down and the music goes up. Skateboards welcome on the Mini Ramp [More Info]
Events for Families / All Ages:
🛷 Friday Night Lights Tubing at Cypress Mountain (Gnarly’s Tube Park) [More Info]
Saturday, February 8
Events for Under 5s:
🤖 Tech for Tots (Ages 3 - 6) at North Van City Library [More Info and Registration]
🧘 Parent-Toddler Drop In Yoga at Kahlena Movement Studio [More Info]
Events for Elementary (No Parent Participation):
❤️ Valentine’s Hearts & Crafts Workshop at Ooh La La Boutique Contact via Instagram to register.
❤️ Valentine’s Day Card Workshop (Ages 6 - 12) at Silk Purse Art Studio: Register via West Van Rec; Activity #183060 [Register Here].
❤️ Kids Valentine’s Party (6+) at Bella Ceramica: Valentine’s PJ Party for kids while adults enjoy a night out. [Tickets Here]
🐶 Paws 4 Stories (Ages 6 - 12) at North Van City Library: Hesitant readers can read to a friendly, certified therapy dog [More Info]
Events for Elementary (Parent Participation):
🐦 Love Bird Budgie Clay Sculpture Workshop at Edgemont Art Studio [More Info]
🐻 Make a Bear Hug Pottery Vase at Edgemont Art Studio [More Info]
👪 Make Family Ornaments from Clay at Edgemont Art Studio [More Info]
🍪 Cookie Decorating Class (Ages 8+) in North Vancouver: A Valentine’s Day cookie decorating class. $45.00 per person. [Register Here]
Events for Families / All Ages:
Fundamentals of Cape Breton Step Dancing (All Ages 8+) at Silver Harbour Seniors Centre: Explore the basics of Celtic Cape Breton step-dancing [Register]
Sunday, February 9
Events for School Age (Parent Participation):
Events for Tweens:
🎨 Acrylic Painting Workshop (Aged 9 - 12) at Delbrook Rec Centre: Course ID 00322798. [Register Here]
Monday, February 10
Events for Under 5s:
👪 Family Play Time Drop In at North Van City Library [More Info]
👶 Toddler & Me Indoor Playtime (Ages 1 - 5) at Memorial Rec Centre: Course ID: 00318814. [Register]
🤸 Gymnastics Drop In (8 months to 5.5 years) at West Van Community Centre: Course ID #184813 [Register]
🚲 Lil Shredders (Riders under 7 and their caregivers) at North Shore Bike Park [More Info]
Tuesday, February 11
Events for Under 5s:
👶 Toddler & Me Indoor Playtime (Ages 1 - 5) at Lynn Valley Rec Centre: Course ID: 00322387. [Register]
🤸 Gymnastics Drop In (8 months to 5.5 years) at West Van Community Centre: Course ID #85211 [Register]
👪 Family Open Play Time at West Van Rec Centre: Course ID #188386. [Register]
🚲 Lil Shredders (Riders under 7 and their caregivers) at North Shore Bike Park [More Info]
Events for Elementary (No Parent Participation)
Wednesday, February 12
Events for Under 5s:
Events for Elementary:
Black History Month Instagram Takeover (Grades 6-7) at West Van Library: Create Canva graphics to post on library social media. [More Info]
Events for Tweens / Teens:
Upcoming Activities for Kids and Families
👪 Kids Life Family Day Event on Saturday, February 15 (Pipe Shop, Shipyards): Interactive workshops, family-focused vendors, live performances, and activities. [Tickets Here]
🍺 Family-Friendly Brewery Crawl on Monday, February 17 (Shipyards Brewery District): A family-friendly walk between breweries, distilleries, and cideries. Tickets are $3 and gets you $3 off your first drink at each stop. [Tickets]
⛄ Make Your Own Pottery Snow People (Ages 8 - 12) on Sunday, February 23: Create snow people using a pinch pot method. Course ID 00322801. [Register Here]
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Events For Adults: February 6 to 12
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This Week
🎭 Wonderwall at Hendry Hall I Ongoing from January 31 - February 15: A heartwarming play about unexpected friendships and the power of community. [More Info & Tickets]
🏀 Invictus Games (February 8 - 16): The Invictus games start Feb 8, with sports, events and concerts to enjoy in downtown Vancouver and Whistler.[More info]
Valentine’s Pop Up Market (February 7 - 9) at Cap Mall (Unit 86 - Next to Ideal Furniture): Grab something local for your Valentine from this pop-up market featuring local makers. 10am - 6pm on Friday and Saturday. 11am - 6pm on Sunday. [More Info]
Thursday, February 6
🧧 Lunar New Year Concert | West Van Library | 4pm - 5pm: Concert featuring traditional Chinese instruments and melodies. [More Info]
☕ Coffee Cupping Event | United Strangers | 2pm - 4pm: Try an assortment of coffees grown & roasted directly at origin. [Tickets]
🧶 North Shore Knitters | North Vancouver City Library (1st Floor Program Room) | 7pm - 8:30pm: A social group of knitters, crocheters and other fibre crafters. [More Info]
👭 Quayside Queers Sapphic Mixer | North Point | 7pm: A sapphic mixer in North Point’s upstairs loft space. RSVPs required via Instagram.
💬 Current Affairs Forum | Lynn Valley Library or Online | 6:45pm - 7:45pm: A lively discussion of contemporary world and Canadian events. [More Info]
📽️ National Theatre Live: Prima Facie | Kay Meek Arts Centre | 6pm: Jodie Comer’s (Killing Eve) in Suzie Miller’s gripping one-woman play returns to cinemas. [Tickets]
Friday, February 7
⛷️ Coast Mountain Film Festival Big Mountain Night | Centennial Theatre | 7:30pm: Screenings of The Harvest (20 mins), a ski film shot in Whistler’s backcountry; and Calm Beneath Castles (50 mins), which follows the world's best skiers to breathtaking locations. [Tickets]
🎨 Edgemont Village Art Studio (Multiple Workshops):
Saturday, February 8
💃 Count Me In North Van I Wallace Venue Shipyards I 7pm - 11pm: A dance party focused on learning new grooves, dancing, and great music. [Tickets]
🍷 ValenWines Sip & Paint (19+) | Everything Wine North Van | 3pm - 5pm: Enjoy delightful pours and a guided painting session. 604-929-7277 to register. [More Info].
⛰️ Coast Mountain Film Festival | Centennial Theatre
⛰️ Local Film Celebration | 4pm: Watch short films shot against the backdrop of the North Shore [Tickets]
🏂 Adventure Night | 7:30pm: Screenings of short films set in the Sea to Sky region, followed by Circle of Madness, which follows Markus Eder (ski) & Victor de Le Rue (snowboard) as they return to the legendary spine walls of Haines, Alaska [Tickets]
🎨 Arts and Crafts Workshops and Events:
🎨 Adult Watercolour Workshop in Lynn Valley | 2pm [Register]
🍄 Create a Felted Mushroom at Ferry Building Gallery | 3pm - 6pm: [Register Here]
❤️ Heart Mug Workshop at Edgemont Art Studio | 1:30pm [More Info]
❤️ Love Snack Chip & Dip Bowl Workshop at Edgemont Art Studio | 3pm [More Info]
🧶 Crochet Saturdays at St. Andrews Church | 12:30 pm to 2pm | 604-985-0408 to register
🇿🇲 Share the Love Fundraiser | Eagle’s Club Lounge | 7pm - 11pm: A fun evening of live music by the Okes, dancing, a dessert buffet, and a cash bar. In support of PS Zambia [Tickets]
🍪 Cookie Decorating Class: Treats for Someone Sweet | 936 Bowron Court | 1pm - 3pm: A Valentine’s Day cookie decorating class. $45.00 per person. [Register Here]
💃 Fundamentals of Cape Breton Step Dancing (All Ages 8+) | Silver Harbour Seniors Centre | 5:30pm - 7pm: Explore the basics of Celtic Cape Breton step-dancing [Register]
Sunday, February 9
⛰️ Coast Mountain Film Festival | Centennial Theatre
🌎 Enviro Matinee | 4pm: Short films, shot locally, to think more deeply about protecting our environment. [Tickets]
🏃 Endurance Night | 7:30pm: Screening of locally-shot short films followed by Feel It All, following skier Drew Petersen’s journey from suicidal depression to setting a goal to run the Leadville Trail 100 ultramarathon [Tickets]
🎹 Vancouver Academy of Music Symphony Orchestra | Kay Meek Arts Centre | 2pm: Featuring Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony, with Allen Ding on piano. [Tickets]
🌸 Orchid Fusion Workshop I Gardenworks I 11am - 12pm: Design a stunning Orchid Fusion Terrarium. $100.79 [Registration and More Info]
🎂 Valentine’s Cake Decorating Workshop | 850 Harbourside Drive, North Van | 1pm - 4pm: Intermediate cake-decorating workshop. $140 for singles / $260 for couples. Call or text 604-812-4874 to book a spot.
🎨 Arts and Crafts Workshops and Events:
📕 Literary Workshops and Events:
📘 Reconciliation Reading Circle at West Van Library | 3pm - 4:15pm: Explore Indigenous literature. This month’s book: Robin Wall Kimmerer’s The Serviceberry [More Info]
📖 Short Story Slam at Delbrook Rec Centre | 4pm - 6pm: Share your writing with a receptive audience. Course ID: 00320253 [Register]
🌝 Full Moon Ceremony and Sound Bath | Kahlena Movement Studio | 7pm - 8:30pm: A blend of sound healing, guided meditation, reiki, and affirmations. [Register]
Monday, February 10
🧼 Learn to Make Magnesium Soap | West Vancouver Location (Details Upon Booking) | 5:30pm - 7:30pm: Learn to craft hydrating magnesium soap and discover the art of natural chemistry for skincare. [Register]
🔍 Getting Started with Ancestry | West Van Library | 6:30pm - 7:30pm: Learn how to access, login, and explore databases at the library to discover your family history. [More Info]
📽️ Casablanca | Kay Meek Arts Centre | 7pm: Watch the classic on the big screen [Tickets]
♟️ Drop-In Chess | Lynn Valley Library | 1pm - 2:30pm: Drop in for a casual game of chess. Chess sets provided. [More Info]
🀄 Mahjong | Mollie Nye House | 1pm - 3:30pm: Weekly Mahjong game. Best for players with some experience. [More Info]
🥁 Group Drumming | Mollie Nye House | 3pm - 4:30pm: Socialize and enjoy the beat and rhythm of drumming. $25. [More Info]
Tuesday, February 11
🎵 Music Events
🎹 The Meeks Duo | Silk Purse Arts Centre | 10:30am and 1:30pm: A lively & moving piano concert. Details for the 10:30am show and 1:30pm show.
🎤 Opera’s Beginnings with Kevin Zakresky | Virtual or Watch at West Van Library | 10:30am - 11:45am: Join Dr. Kevin Zakresky, orchestral conductor and music historian, as he explores opera’s early beginnings. [More Info]
🧧 Lunar New Year Concert | West Van Library | 1pm - 2pm: Concert by Orchid Ensemble, who blend Eastern and Western music. [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]
👮 Meet A Mountie | Lynn Valley Library | 11am - 12pm: Drop in for an informal chat with an RCMP member. [More Info]
💼 Starting Your Own Business in BC | Online with Impact North Shore | 4pm - 6pm: Learn the essential steps to start your small businesses in BC. [Register]
📕 Lunch Break Book Club | Online | 12:30pm - 1:30pm: Simply read the book and join us at the meeting! This meeting will discuss The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters [More Info]
🛹 Tuesday Jan 14 | Skateboard Night | North Shore Bike Park | 7pm - 10pm
From 4pm to 7pm, skate the Urban Zone and Half Pipe. From 7pm, the pump track is open to skaters. [More Info]
🧶 Knitting and Needlecraft Events:
🧶 Knit, Crochet and More | Lynn Valley Library | 1pm - 2:30pm: Friendly session of knitting, crocheting, hand stitching, etc. [More Info]
🧶 Knitting Circle in the Gallery | Ferry Building Gallery | 11am - 1pm: Instructor guided, tailored to your experience. $15. Registration required.
🪡 Quilting Drop In | Mollie Nye House | 1pm - 3:30pm: Drop-in sewing group for quilting and socializing. All levels welcome. [More Info]
Wednesday, February 12
🔊 Winter Sound Bath | West Vancouver (Location Details Upon Booking) | 7pm - 9pm: Join an intimate soundbath session. Includes magnesium therapy, sound bowls, optional hot tub soak, chocolate, herbal tea, or wine. [Register]
🎤 Performances
🎸 Legends Show | Centennial Theatre | 7pm: Tributes to Roy Orbison and Elvis Presley. [Tickets Here]
🎭 One Man, Two Guv’nors (Opening Night) | BlueShore at Cap U | 7:30pm: [Tickets]
📖 Literary and Discussion Events and Activities
📘 Afternoon Tea Book Club | Parkgate Library or Online | 1:30pm - 3pm: Call 604-929-3727 for information about this meeting’s book. [More Info]
💬 Discussion Lounge | Parkgate Library | 2:30pm - 4pm: Meet to discuss anything interesting [More Info]
✍️ Writers Group | Online (Zoom) | 5:30pm - 7pm: Meet online to receive feedback on your writing in progress. Email Kelly at [email protected]. [More Info]
📕 Lynn Valley Book Club | Lynn Valley Library | 7pm - 8pm: This meeting’s book is "Races" by local Valerie Jerome (Harry Jerome’s sister). [More Info]
Pins and Needles | Parkgate Library | 6:30pm - 8pm: Knitting, crocheting, sewing, needlepoint, felting, tatting, embroidery, hand quilting, or other fiber arts. [More Info]
Recording Station Tour: Audio | North Van City Library | 7pm - 8pm: Overview of how to record audio in the library's recording station. [More Info]
🔮 Events to Plan Ahead For
🎭 February 13 to 16 | Theatre | Grandma. Gangsta. Guerrilla. | Ages 14+ | Presentation House Theatre: A sprint down memory lane of a butt-kickin’, bar-spittin’, tough grandma who escapes the care home to be with her family. [More Info and Tickets]
🎭 February 20 to March 8 | Musical: Pump Boys and Dinettes | First Impressions Theatre: A down-home, earthy celebration of friendship and the simple things in life. [More Info and Tickets]
🧡 February 17 | Coast Salish Weaving Workshop | Online | 10am - 5pm: An interactive online workshop about Coast Salish cedar weaving. [More Info]
🏃 March 1 | West Van Run: A 5km, 10km, and kids race [Register]
🏃 May 31 | Green Trail Loop Race | Kids and Adults | Cousteau School: A unique trail running event. With 70 minutes to complete a 7km loop, participants can choose to tackle a total of 1 to 6 loops. There’s also a 2km kids race. Profits donated to Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre [More Info and Registration]
Events for Seniors: February 6 to February 12
Join Now! Seniors Mobility Scooter Club, Social Group and Text Chat
Local senior and electric mobility scooter user, John Brettoner, is searching for other seniors who use a mobility scooter and would like to get together for coffees, scoots on the seawall, and staying in touch. If you are limited by mobility, but would like to get together with other seniors to socialize and enjoy the North Shore, please text John directly at: 604-682-0974. John plans to set up a seniors mobility scooter club, so the more the merrier! Get in touch now for social texting and to make plans for trips in the Spring.
Thursday, February 6
🚶♀️Hiking for 55+ | Organized via West Van Rec | 9am - 12:30pm: 3-5 hour hikes, typically over 15km at a good pace, on varying terrain. Email [email protected] before signing up. Activity #178741. [Register]
📱 Tech Help and Device Clinics
Device Clinic at West Van Library. [Make an Appointment]
Friday, February 7
🏴 Scottish Country Dancing | West Van Seniors Activity Centre | 10:30am - 12:30pm: For intermediate and advanced dancers. Activity #178656 [Register Here]
☕ Friendly Fridays | Mollie Nye House | 10:30am - 12:30pm: Drop in for causal conversation and connections. [More Info]
🖥️ Computer Essentials | West Van Library | 3:30pm - 5pm: Introductory class for people with no computer experience. [More Info]
Saturday, February 8
🎺 55+ Jazz Jam | West Van Seniors Centre | 10:30am - 12:30pm: Drop in for some low-key jazz improvisations. Not for beginners. Activity #178608 [Register]
☕ Gather With Helen | Mollie Nye House | 10:00am - 12:00pm: Connect, engage and build relationships with others in the community [More Info]
📱 Tech Help and Device Clinics
Android Device Clinic at West Van Library [Register]
Device Clinic West Van Library. [Make an Appointment]
Sunday, February 9
📱 Tech Help and Device Clinics
iPhone and iPad Clinic at West Van Library [Register]
Device Clinic at West Van Library [Make an Appointment]
Monday, February 10
📱 Tech Help and Device Clinics
Device Clinic at West Van Library [Make an Appointment]
Tech Time with Justin at West Van Seniors Centre. Call 604-925-7280 to book an appointment.
Tuesday, February 11
⚖️ Will Preparation Basics for Seniors | North Van City Library | 10am - 11:30am: Learn more about when and how to make a will. [More Info]
❤️ Heart Health Workshop: Strokes | Silver Harbour Seniors Centre | 10am - 11:00am: Learn the difference between strokes and TIAs, how to recognize signs and symptoms, and how to treat and prevent strokes. Register by calling 604-980-2474.
📱 Tech Help and Device Clinics
Wednesday, February 12
🥪 Munch and Mingle | Mollie Nye House | 11:30am - 12:30pm: Enjoy a $7 soup and sandwich and meet other seniors. Seniors and caregivers welcome. [More Info]
📱 Tech Help and Device Clinics
Drop-In Seniors Device Clinic at North Van City Library [More Info]
Tech Cafe at Capilano Library [Make an Appointment]
Upcoming Events for Seniors
📒 March 1 | The Indispensable Life Binder | West Van Seniors Centre | 1:30pm - 4pm: Have you been considering getting all your important documents together? Learn how in this workshop. Activity #178432 [Register]
🕵️♀️ March 28 | Enjoy the Journey Tours: Mystery Tour | West Van Recreation | 8am - 6pm: This fun and entertaining magical mystery tour takes you to unknown destinations filled with clues, prizes, and props! Use the clues correctly and win a variety of prizes! $119.00. Register in advance via West Van Rec, activity #180619.
Live Music, Dancing & Pub Quizzes
Thursday, February 6
🎸 The Corner Stone Pemberton Heights | Live Music by Paul Pigat | 1096 West 22nd St, North Van (corner of Lloyd & 22nd) | 6:30pm | Reservations Required. Call 604-990-3602 or email [email protected]
🎤 🎸 Eagles Club Lounge | Open Mic Music Jam with Oliver Conway and Dave Crowe | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm [More Info]
🎶 Wildeye Brewing | Music Bingo | 1385 Main Street, North Van | 7pm - 10pm
Friday, February 7
🎸 Seymours Pub | Live Music by Johnny and the Walkers | 720 Old Lillooet Road, North Van | 8pm - 11pm [More Info]
🎸 Wildeye Brewing | Live Music by Unloaded | 1385 Main St, North Van | 7pm to 10pm
🎸 Queen’s Cross Pub | Live Music by The Collective | 2989 Lonsdale Ave, North Van | 8pm - 11pm [More Info]
🎸 Squarerigger Pub | Live Music by Oliver and the Elements | #150 - 1425 Marine Drive West Van | 8pm
🎸 Eagles Club Lounge | Live Music by Spirit 5 | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm [More Info]
🎤 West Van Legion | Karaoke with Tracey and Andre Durpre | 580 18th Street, West Van | 7:30pm [More Info]
Saturday, February 8
🎸 Cypress Mountain (Hollyburn Lodge) | Live Music on the Mountain with Petunia I Tickets are $10 | 6pm - 9pm
🎸 Eagles Club Lounge | Live Music by Holy Crowe | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm - 11pm [More Info]
🎤 Squarerigger Pub | Karaoke with Tracey Durpre | #150 - 1425 Marine Drive West Van | 7:30pm
🎸 West Van Legion | Live Music by Gord Oliver | 580 18th Street, West Van | 7:30pm [More Info]
Sunday, February 9
🎸 Queens Cross Pub | Pop Up Live Music and Brunch | 2989 Lonsdale, North Van | 12pm
Tuesday, February 10
🧠 Queens Cross Pub | Trivia Night | 2989 Lonsdale, North Van | 7:30pm
Tuesday, February 11
🧠 The Gull Bar & Kitchen | Gull Trivia Night | 175 1st St E, North Van | 8pm - 10pm
🃏 Black Kettle Brewing | Texas Hold’Em Poker Night | 106-720 Copping St, North Van | 6:30pm
Wednesday, February 12
🧠 Wildeye Brewing | Kaboom Atomic Trivia | 1385 Main Street, North Van | 8pm - 10pm
🎤 Eagles Club Lounge | Karaoke Wednesdays | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 7pm - 11pm
Current Exhibitions on the North Shore
Feb 1 to May 11 | xʷəlməxʷ child Exhibition | Polygon Gallery: Manuel Axel Strain draws on Musqueam, Secwépemc, and Syilx ways of knowing, and the discipline of Western psychology. [More Info].
Daily Until February 9 | You Are Here 2025 Calendar Exhibition | Silk Purse Art Centre: Beautiful scenes & stories of the North Shore. [More Info].
Daily until February 23 | order/chaos I Kay Meek Art Centre: Abstract artists Leanne Kiely & Shevy Levy attempt to order the chaos & express the human condition.
Wednesday to Saturday until March 1 | Clean Slate | CityScape Community Art Space: The challenges and opportunities that arise when one is faced with a blank canvas. [More Info]
Daily until March 8 | Neighbours | 邻·礼: Xiangmei Su and Jiangang Su | West Vancouver Art Museum: The works of Xiangmei Su and Jiangang Su. [More Info]
Daily February 7 to June 1 | Echoes of Memory: Featuring a Crow a Day | Museum of North Vancouver: Stories of aging, memory loss & dementia. [More Info]
Daily February 12 to March 9 | Entangled | Silk Purse Gallery: A series of large, expressive forest paintings by Lori Goldberg. [More Info]
Daily February 12 to April 6 | In Harmony | Silk Purse Gallery: Work by Therese Joseph, Lynn Li, and Zimu Li [More Info]
Upcoming Classes for Kids
Kids Art Club (Ages 6 - 9) | Parkgate Rec Centre | 3:30pm - 5:00pm: The basics of drawing, watercolours, sketching, and cartooning. Starts Feb 19. Course ID 00346626. [Register Here]
Kids Zumba Class (Ages 5 - 8) | Delbrook / Lions Gate Rec Centres | 5:15pm - 6:00pm: Kid friendly Zumba routines. Course ID 00306967 starts Feb 13 and Course ID 00326751 starts Feb 14.
Edgemont Village Art Studio has a number of upcoming classes:
‘Together Time’ 3-session art class (Ages 5 - 12): Starts Friday Feb 7 at 3:30pm or Saturday Feb 8 at 9am. [More Info]
Winter Drawing Class (Ages 8 - 15): Starts Wednesday Feb 12 at 5:30pm or Sunday Feb 16 at 9am [More Info]
Pokemon Art Class (Ages 6 - 15): Starts Friday Feb 14 at 5:30pm or Sunday Feb 16 at 1:30pm [More Info]
Creating Art in the Style of Tamara de Lempicka (Ages 5 - 12): Lots of start dates and times! [More Info]
Upcoming Classes for Tweens and Teens
Strength Training (Ages 13 - 18) | John Braithwaite Rec Centre | 4:30pm - 5:30pm: A 4-session program starting Feb 7 for youth who want to learn how to work out effectively in a weight room. $51.72 + tax. [Register Here]
Spin & Strength Training for Ages 10 - 15 | Delbrook Rec Centre | 4:15pm - 5:15pm: Spinning, strength and core training. 5-week session starts on Feb 12 or Feb 14. $55.50 + tax.
Youth Yoga for Ages 10 - 15 | Delbrook Rec Centre | 4:15pm - 5:15pm: A 4-session yoga class. Starts February 10. $53.96 + tax. [Register Here]
Basketball: Learn the Game (12 - 15 years) | John Braithwaite Rec Centre | 6:30pm - 7:30pm: Learn the fundamentals of basketball in this 5-week session starting Feb 13. $43.30 + tax. [Register Here]
Volleyball: Learn the Game (12 - 16 years) | Parkgate Rec Centre | 5:45pm - 6:45pm: Learn the fundamentals of volleyball in this 5-week session starting Feb 13. $43.30 + tax. [Register Here]
Bronze Cross Training (Ages 12+) | Harry Jerome Rec Centre | 5:30pm - 7:30pm: Prepare for being an assistant lifeguard. Starts Feb 11 [More Info and Registration]
Teen & Tween Art Class (Ages 10 - 15) | Edgemont Village Art Studio | Thursdays at 5pm, Starting Feb 13: A self-directed, 5-week class to complete 1 to 2 major art projects. 6 projects to choose from. [Register Here]
Clay Wheel Introduction Class (Ages 16+) | Edgemont Village Art Studio | Wednesdays (7:30pm) or Thursdays (Multiple Times) Starting Feb 12 and 13: A 5-week introductory clay wheel class. Beginner friendly, no experience required! [Register Here]
Tween Cooking Classes (9 - 12) | North Van Rec | Starting 13 at various times: Learn how to make favorite snacks, treats, and even simple meals. [Register Here for Memorial Rec Centre - Course ID 00319957] and [Register Here for Parkgate Rec Centre - Course ID 00297446]
🐙 West Van Featured in Canadian Geographic Photographs of the Year
Canadian Geographic just announced the winners of the 2024 Photographs of the Year competition, and photograph Eli Wolpin got a nod for his underwater photo of a giant Pacific octopus in West Van’s Whytecliff Marine Protected Area. [Read the story here].
🩺 North Shore Family Doctors Accepting New Patients
We’ve created a list of confirmed (and rumoured) doctors who are accepting new patients on the North Shore. But, we also decided to host the list on our website to keep the newsletter cleaner.
🚧 Traffic Alerts for North & West Van
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(North Van - 342 Mountain Highway) Sidewalks will be replaced on Mountain Hwy between Bond St & Crown St until end of February. Traffic control will assist traffic.
(North Van - 220 Mountain Highway) There will be 1 lane for traffic with traffic control personnel assisting. 7:00am to 8:00pm until Feb. 7
(North Van - Mount Seymour Parkway Between Lytton St and Emerson Way) Mount Seymour Pkwy will be reduced to one lane eastbound from 7:00am to 5:00pm until March 14 for sidewalk and road improvements. Expect delays.(North Van - 100 Block of 3rd St East) Construction of District Energy piping . During construction, one lane on Eastbound is open but West Bound will be closed. Parking will be closed as well. Sidewalk will be kept open. Work will continue until Feb 28.
(West Van - Burkehill Road Between Bayridge Ave and 4121 Burkehill Road) Expect road closure, minor traffic delays, pedestrian impacts, and parking restrictions on Burkehill Road for sewer rehabilitation work between Feb 3 and 28 between 7am and 7pm.
🌸 Summer Camp Registrations Have Begun
Camp Monarch - $50 off until February 21 [Early Registration Open]
Lights Up Theatre [Register Now]
Edgemont Village Art Studio [Register Now]
Pedalheads - Registration opens April 8
Mount Seymour - Registration opens late March
Endless Biking - Registration opens April 1
Sports Week [Register Now]
Steamoji [Register Now]
Windfall Cider us hiring a Cider Maker and R&D Specialist. If your’re passionate about craft cider, fermentation, and pushing the boundaries of what cider can be, get in touch via the link on their Instagram profile.
Little Kitchen Academy North Vancouver Edgemont is hiring instructors. Must be amazing with kids, and love to cook and bake. They’re specifically looking for instructors who are available on weekends and during March break. Email your resume to Atussa at [email protected]
Lower Lonsdale Literacy Outreach Program is looking for volunteers to help set-up and run sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays. Contact [email protected] if interested.
Kids Life Foundation is running a kid-focused event at the Pipe Shop (Shipyards) on Saturday, February 15. They’re currently looking for vendors and performers to join in the fun. If you’re interested in participating, fill out the form.
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