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Local advocates tackle issue of elder abuse
WORLD Elder Abuse Awareness Day happens each year on June 15.
What's going on for seniors
Calling all Harmonica Players: Looking for seniors with some experience to start a weekly group Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: Ellis, 604-988-8679.
What's going on for seniors
Centenarian Shuffle: A balance walking fundraiser event that supports InspireHealth Sunday, June 2 at 9 a.m. in Stanley Park, Vancouver. The goal of the walk is to encourage participants to become part of a movement towards healthy life habits and aim to reach the age of 100. Info: centenarianshuffle.ca.
Housing workshop May 29
According to a press release, members of the West Vancouver Seniors Action Team and the Lionsview Seniors' Planning Society are hosting a Rightsizing Forum Housing Workshop for North Shore residents Wednesday, May 29 at West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre at 7 p.m.
What's going on for seniors
Hiking: Tuesdays throughout the year and Thursdays, May-October from the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Tuesday hikes are four to five hours and eight-14 kilometres and Thursday hikes are about six-nine hours and 12-25 km. Fee: $12. Info: 604925-7280.
What's going on for seniors
Annual General Meeting Notice: The Canadian Association of Retired Persons Chapter 4 (CARP) will hold its annual general meeting Thursday, May 23, 3: 30-5 p.m. at the Silk Purse, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Registration required by May 19 at carp.northshorevancouver@gmail.com. Info: Elizabeth Dunbar, 604-926-8173.
Community Bulletin Board
Canadian Workplace Culture: North Vancouver City Library is offering a free interactive workshop for internationally-trained new Canadians Wednesday, May 15, 1: 303: 30 p.m. at 120 West 14th St. Registration is not required. Info: nvcl.ca.
What's going on for seniors
Seniors Gathering - Trav-elSmart with TransLink: A free drop-in program for an informal get together from 10 to 11: 30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. At the May 14 meeting a representative from TransLink will present guidelines about travelling safely on various forms of public transit and give tips on planning trips. Info: 604-998-3460 or nvcl.ca.
Community bulletin board
Drop In, Log In, Learn: Free one-on-one tech tutorials for adult beginners Sundays, May 12 and 26, 1: 152: 15 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Tech-savvy teens will help with questions about computers, mobile phones, PDAs and other high-tech devices. Info: nvcl.ca.
Advanced polls open till Saturday
Eligible voters may cast their election ballot early at advanced polls, which opened Wednesday and will stay open until Saturday evening from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Proper ID and proof of address are required.
Advanced polls open till Saturday
Eligible voters may cast their election ballot early at advanced polls, which opened Wednesday and will stay open until Saturday evening from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Proper ID and proof of address are required.
North Shore youth receive accolades
IN honour of Youth Week, held annually during the first week of May, all three North Shore municipalities held awards ceremonies to recognize the achievements and community contributions of local youth.
Community bulletin board
Author Talk: Annie Paquette will talk about her book Left, Right, then Center: A story From the Middle, an insightful and humorous spiritual memoir Wednesday, May 8, 7-8: 30 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Registration required: 604-9870286, ext. 8144.
What's going on for seniors
Silver Harbour Shorts Joins Movies at the Meek: Films created entirely by members of the digital storytelling group at Silver Harbour Seniors' Activity Centre will be featured during the Movies at the Meek series at Kay Meek Centre, 1700 Mathers Ave., West Vancouver. On Tuesday, May 7 at 7: 30 p.m. Awakening will be shown with the feature Anna Karenina. Admission: $12. Tickets: kaymeekcentre.com or 604-981-6335.
Options for volunteers
THE FOLLOWING is a selection of volunteer opportunities from various community organizations, made available through Volunteer North Shore, a service of North Shore Community Resources Society.
Arts Calendar
Artemis Gallery: 104C4390 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver. Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
What's going on for seniors
Musical Memories Concert: The Keynotes will perform a variety of songs and musical styles to celebrate 20 years of singing together Sunday, April 28, 1: 30-3 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Tickets: $7.50. Registration and info: 604-925-7280.
What's going on for seniors
Seniors' Chair Exercise Classes: A free drop-in program Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. at St. Martin's Anglican Church, 195 East Windsor Rd., North Vancouver. The class is low-impact concentrating on balance, stability and core strength for fall prevention. There will also be work on upper and lower body strength with a cardiovascular component. Following the class there will be a healthy snack and an opportunity to socialize. Registration and info: Beverley, 604-988-1410.
