What’s Happening on the North Shore:
March 26 to April 1, 2026
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North Shore Writers Festival April 10-11
The North Shore Writers Festival is back April 10–11 with a full lineup of author talks, workshops, and panels at North Vancouver City Library and NV City Hall. The weekend kicks off Friday the 10th with a night with a lively literary trivia hosted by comedian and author Charlie Demers.
Note: All events are free to attend but do require reservations
Here’s the line-up on Saturday, April 11th…
10:00am: Creative Writing 101 from Capilano University Faculty - tickets
11:45am: The Perils and Joys of Memoir Writing: Wiley Wei-Chiun Ho & Tara McGuire - tickets
1:00pm: Lunchtime Writers' Café - waitlist
2:15pm: Between the Covers: Inside the World of Romance Novels - tickets
3:30pm: The Shape of Story: Contemporary Indigenous Storytelling - tickets
4:45pm: Canuck of Many Crafts: Charlie Demers in discussion with Margaret Gallagher - tickets
6:00pm: Closing reception - tickets
These will fill up fast so make sure you reserve your spots!
🫡 Bye bye Burgoo
We’re losing another one and it’s starting to sting a bit.
After 20 years, Burgoo is closing its North Van location at the end of the month.
It was one of those cozy, dependable spots for amazing comfort food when you didn’t feel like overthinking dinner. Hard not to feel like we’re losing more than a few our “go-to” places lately. They’re open until March 29 if you want to stop in one last time. More info
🙆 StretchLab coming to Central Lonsdale
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to be professionally stretched, you’ll soon have your chance! StretchLab is opening this spring - one-on-one assisted stretching with a “flexologist.” Someone actually helping your body loosen up - targeting tight spots, improving mobility, and generally helping you move a bit better. They’ll be at 145 13th St East in North Van. More info
But wait! Will I still get the newsletter?
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We’ll definitely be quieter on Instagram int he next couple weeks, and may not be able to respond to emails as quickly.
✌️North Shore - see you in April!
🥋Farmers Market… But Make It Martial Arts
Let's just say this is not your average farmers market. The Combat Sports Farmers Market is a full-day event March 29 from 10-6 at the Pipeshop with Boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and MMA under one roof. Think: live demos, hands-on workshops, fitness challenges, and a mix of local health and wellness vendors and maybe meet a UFC fighter. Open to all levels whether you want to jump in or just check it out. It’s raising funds for The Hero Initiative, a North Van nonprofit helping youth build confidence and community through martial arts.
🌿 Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre Poster Contest
The Ecology Centre is running a poster contest during Wildlife Weeks - pick a local creature and design a poster around how we can help wildlife. Any art style goes (no AI obvs.). There’s a $50 gift shop prize up for grabs, and every entry gets a vintage button. Submissions are due March 29, so there’s still time for you or your kids to get those creative juices flowing. More info
🤣 Secret Comedy in Lower Lonsdale
Don’t Tell is s little mysterious pop-up comedy show is happening somewhere in Lower Lonsdale but you won’t know the exact spot until the morning of. The lineup is also a surprise, with a mix of local and touring comedians taking the stage. Friday March 27 at 6:30pm & 9:15pm More info
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🍻 Shaketown’s (late) Birthday
Shaketown is finally throwing itself a birthday party… four years late. After quietly turning 4, they’re making up for lost time with a casual Sunday soiree. Live music from Adam Woodall, steak sandwiches from Stackhouse, and, of course, a solid lineup of award-winning beers. March 29 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. More info
🌱 Vegan Tasting Menu at The Observatory
Vegan Tasting Menu at The Observatory on Grouse A rotating and constantly changing six-course plant based tasting menu with mountain access included. If you’re vegan or vegan-curious this is a great opportunity to sample some curated options. Thursday March 26 5:00pm to 9:00pm. More info
🔺 Who has the best Nachos?
Last week, we put it to you…
There wasn’t a clear runaway winner, answers were all over the map, but one name did come up more than the rest: Wildeye Brewing.
So while we can’t officially crown a unanimous nacho king, Wildeye takes the unofficial title for now!
Note: all event times listed are North Shore Standard Time. Double check events and times before you head out.
Stuff for Kids & Families
Edgemont Art Studio Summer Art Camps 40% off
Full week, or by the day summer camps are 40% off until end of March so get in there now! These are not just popsicle sticks and glue, these are real artist quality materials and real techniques. Ages 6-12.
Friday, March 27
Full Day Farm Camp | Maplewood Farm | 8:30am to 3:30pm: Care for animals, groom, feed, and explore farm life. Full day for kids 5+. More info
Saturday, March 28
Barnyard Buddies | Maplewood Farm | 9:30am to 11:00am: Craft, storytime, and goat grooming for curious toddlers to explore farm life hands-on. More info
Family Adventure Snowshoe Tours | Grouse Mountain | 1:00pm to 2:30pm: Guided fun family snowshoe. Rentals included. More info
Bunny Pals Clay Workshop | Edgemont Art Studio | 4:45pm to 5:45pm: Make cute little bunnies from clay with their own little accessories. More info
Sunday, March 29
Tuesday, March 31
Forest Explorers: Spectacular Seasons | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre | 9:30am to 11:00am: Explore four seasons in the forest with stories, walks, and crafts for kids aged 2-5. More info
Plan in Advance: Cool Stuff That’s Coming Up for Kids and Families
🐐 Easter at Maplewood Farm (Advanced booking required):
🎨 At the studio:
10-week and 6-week After School Spring Exploratory classes are 40% off until the end of March.
Post Impressionist (10 weeks): Kids ages 5-12 will work in different mediums from acrylic and pottery to watercolour to polymer clay, and learn about the post impressionists with a focus on van Gogh. More info
Dragons (6 weeks): For ages 5-15. Mixed media sessions with projects to dream, draw, and design their own mythical universe. More info
🦉At the eco centre - April Forest Explorers
Apr. 7 | Get Hopping: Learn about the amazing amphibians in Lynn Canyon Park - what they eat and where they live. More info
Apr 14 | Slime Time: All about slugs and how these slimy creatures help build our forest soil. More info
Apr 21 | Food Chain Fun: Find out about the favourite foods of forest animals, how they try to avoid getting eaten. More info
Apr 28 | Ch-ch-ch-changes!: Learn about the life stages of animals and how bugs change by metamorphosis. More info
Stuff for Adults
The Living Spine: Freedom, Strength & Flexibility
A guided, small-group workshop focused on improving spine mobility, strength, and ease of movement. Reduce stiffness, improve posture, and move more comfortably and just want to feel better in your body. More info & Register here
April 26 at Moving Spirit Pilates
🎭 Live Theatre This Week:
March 26-April 11: Nana’s Naughty Knickers | Deep Cove Stage Society | 7:30pm: A summer with her grandma in New York sounds sweet until Bridget realizes Nana is secretly running an illegal lingerie business for seniors out of her apartment. Matinees at 2pm Mar 29 & Apr 11. More info
March 27-April 10: And Then There Were None | Kay Meek | 8:00pm: A classic Agatha Christie thriller full of tension, twists, and plenty of suspicion. Eight strangers arrive at a remote island… and a mysterious recording accuses each of murder and guests start dying one by one. Matinees at 2pm on Mar 29 & Apr 5. More info
March 26-27: The Golden Anniversaries | Kay Meek | 7:30pm: Glen and Sandy head back to their anniversary cottage to mark a big milestone. Fifty years of marriage… and they might not make it through the weekend. A funny, honest look at a long marriage, with all the love, tension, and history that comes with it. More info
Until March 28: The Addams Family Musical | Capilano University | 7:30pm: Experience the wacky Addams Family in a comical musical with dark humor and unexpected love twists. For ages 8+ (matinee on Saturday the 28th, 2pm) More info
Thursday, March 26
Stitching Club | Jade CraftHouse | 11:00am to 3:00pm: Bring your project and stitch, knit, crochet, and connect with fellow makers. More info
North Van Sapphic Hangout | North Point Brewing | 7:00pm to 11:00pm: Connect with pals, make new friends, enjoy beers, and play darts at the North Van Sapphic Hangout. More info
Vegan Tasting Menu | The Observatory | 5:00pm to 9:00pm: A rotating six-course vegan tasting menu with complimentary mountain access included. More info
Design + Make Pop-Up | The Polygon | 10:00am to 9:00pm: Shop limited series wood products designed by students, inspired by local culinary partners. Join us on March 19! More info
Friday, March 27
Saturday, March 28
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Pop up Vinyl Show | Wildeye Brewing | 1:00pm to 5:00pm: Dig through crates, spin and listen before you buy. More info
Soap Making Workshop | Jade CraftHouse | 2:00pm to 4:30pm: Create custom soap bars, learn cold process method, take home 5–6 bars. More info
Spring Girls Night: Flower Arranging & High Tea | Cork It Wine Making | 7:00pm to 9:00pm: Create a hand-tied bouquet over high tea. More info
West Vancouver Tech Community Coffee Meetup | Tesla - Park Royal | 10:00am to 12:00pm: Connect with local tech professionals over coffee. More info
Theatre Directors Workshop | Presentation House Theatre | 9:30am to 3:30pm: Two-part workshop covering the fundamentals of theatre directing and how to work with actors. More info
Atelier & Vine: French Pastry Illustration in Watercolor | Everything Wine | 1:00pm to 3:30pm: Paint exquisite French pastries in watercolor, enjoy wine tasting, and savor a charcuterie board. More info
Sound Bath Infrared & Magnesium | Mila Earth | 7:00pm to 8:30pm: Magnesium therapy, sound healing, and sauna. More info
Movie Matinée: Wicked | West Van Library | 10:30am to 1:00pm: Back-to-back screening of Wicked Part 1 at 10:30 and Part 2 at 2:00pm
Sea Glass Light Up Tree | Bella Ceramica | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Sip and build a glowing sea glass tree with fairy lights, seashells, and starfish. BYOB 19+. More info
Sunday, March 29
The Cup of All Sorts | Edgemont Art Studio | 4:15pm to 5:15pm: Craft a unique cup with a little hidden scene. More info
Soundbath w/Indigenous Sound Healer | Saltwonder Himalayan Salt Cave | 7:00pm to 8:00pm: Immerse in healing sounds, relax in the salt cave, and experience deep restoration. More info
Welcome Spring Planter Workshop | Gardenworks | 11:00am to 12:00pm: Plant and arrange blooming flowers into a take-home spring planter. More info
Photolithics Public Celebration | The Polygon | 4:00pm to 6:00pm: Explore Tania Willard's innovative photography techniques. More info
Monday, March 30
Wednesday, April 1
The Art of Deception: An April Fool’s Magic Workshop | Everything Wine | 6:00pm to 7:30pm: A close-up magic workshop where you learn sleight-of-hand secrets over a wine tasting. More info
Events for Seniors
Thursday, March 26 | Evening Dance | West Van Seniors' Centre | 6:30pm to 9:00pm: Evening dance with live band, cash bar, all welcome. More info
Thursday, March 26 | Tea and Trumpets - Afternoon at the Oscars | West Van Seniors' Centre | 12:30pm to 4:30pm: Bussed outing to an Oscars-themed afternoon of music and entertainment at a local venue. More info
Thursday, March 26 | Collage Journal Workshop | Silver Harbour Seniors' Centre | 1:00pm to 3:00pm: Collage workshop using layering, texture, and mixed media to transform a blank journal into a one-of-a-kind piece. More info
Saturday, March 28 | Beginner Line Dancing | Mollie Nye House | 3:30pm to 4:30pm: Learn beginner line dancing steps to upbeat tunes, no experience needed. More info
Saturday, March 28 | Jazz Music Performance | West Van Seniors' Centre | 2:00pm to 3:00pm: Free jazz performances-new bands and musicians each month. More info
Monday, March 30 | Sound Advice | Silver Harbour Seniors' Centre | 10:00am to 11:30am: Learn coping strategies and discuss new technology. More info
Tuesday, March 31 | Health and Wellness:Reduce Stress | West Van Seniors' Centre | 12:00pm to 1:00pm: Discover stress-relief tips and contribute to future health initiatives. More info
Wednesday, April 1 | Meet Me At The Gallery: Seniors Program | The Polygon | 10:00am to 12:00pm: Monthly drop-in for seniors featuring art-making, film screenings, and community connection at the gallery. More info
Live Music, DJs, Dancing & Pub Quizzes
Thursday, March 19
Friday, March 27
Saturday, March 28
Sunday March 29
Bingo | West Van Legion | 3:00pm: More info
Tuesday, March 31
Robert Koziel | Silk Purse Arts Centre | 10:30am & 2:30: More info
Wednesday, April 1
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