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DAN MISCISCO’SSUMMER EXCITEMENT 2012!

CELEBRATING 43 YEARS!presented

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FINALLY, children can plumb the depths of the sea while keeping their feet anchored on dry land.

From July 9 to 13, children can dive into the mysteries of the world beneath the waves while learning the fundamentals of chemistry at the Oceans and Potions camp at Capilano University.

The new camp from High Touch High Tech offers children between the ages of fi ve and eight a chance to feel like deep sea divers and beachcombers, all without getting their hair wet or risking a sunburn.

“I’m from Saskatchewan so when I fi rst moved out here, I remember beachcombing for the fi rst time and being squirted from beneath the sand, and I was just fascinated,” says Alison Jamieson, the owner of High Touch High Tech.

While a counsellor at day camp, Jamieson says she used to take her kids beachcombing and was always impressed by the quiet hours they’d spend studying the small details and hidden creatures of the shoreline.

Inspired by those days at the beach, Jamieson organized the new camp, one of several week-long camps offered by High Touch High Tech at Capilano University this summer.

One of the camp’s highlights involves a sharp surgical tool.

“We also do squid dissection and the kids get a

chance to extract the ink and make a writing pen to take home,” Jamieson says.

However, once the ink is removed, it isn’t quite ready for paper.

That’s the stage where chemistry comes into play, according to Jamieson.

“We are using the ink from the squid but making it into an ink the kids can actually use to write with,” she says.

The interaction of different chemicals is often fascinating for children, according to Jamieson.

“Kids always love potions,” Jamieson says. “They love the chemistry part, so what we thought was, ‘We’ll focus most of our time on the oceans and what lives beneath it, but we’ll also add in a little bit of chemistry and some

chemical reactions.’”One of the most hypnotic

creatures the children study are luminescent deep-sea fi sh.

“Deep sea creatures have special light-producing organs called photophores that help them glow. We actually have a chemical that would show the same sort of reaction,” Jamieson says.

The camp’s emphasis on chemistry extends to dealing with oil spills and studying the effect of oil on marine animals.

“The kids have an opportunity to learn about pH levels,” Jamieson says.

The campers use litmus paper to test the pH levels of ocean water while learning about chemicals that help with oil spills, according to Jamieson.

The analysis of the water often leads to discoveries about the salt content of ocean water and its effect on the buoyancy of objects.

Kids get to see that buoyancy in action when they make their own submarine, Jamieson says. But for pure thrills, one of the most fascinating sea creatures is the betta fi sh, more commonly known as the Siamese fi ghting fi sh.

“They place a mirror up to the tank, and it just has a great reaction,” Jamieson says, explaining the betta fi sh’s tendency to lash out at its refl ection.

For more information visit the website at www.capilanou.c a / c e / c h i l d r e n - y o u t h /serious-fun/Kids-Half-Day-Camps.

Rock BasketballSummer Camps 2012

Hosted at Holy Trinity Elementary School128 West 27th, North Vancouver

ROCK BASKETBALL is committed to combining SPIRIT and EXCELLENCE. The camps are for athletes

looking to raise their skills in a fun, committed environment.

REGISTRATION FEE $99 Please register through

www.rockacademynorthshore.caPlease feel free to contact John Prescott with any questions:

604-971-4054 or [email protected] .

Camps are Mon - Fri 9am-11:30am for Grade K-6 (currently)

Choose either: July 9-13 or July 23-27

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Dive in: Oceans and Potions

NEWS photo Cindy Goodman

EMIL Schenk, 8, and Kara Wong, 7, take part in an Oceans and Potions camp at Capilano University. During this summer’s week-long program kids learn about ocean life and chemistry.

Go underwater without getting your feet wet


Hollyburn Sailing Camps for Kids

hollyburnsailingclub.ca604-926-5744training@hollyburnsailingclub.ca

Promoting water sport excellence on the North Shore for over 45 years

CANSail 1Session 1: July 3-6, 9-13Session 2: July 16-20, 23-27 Session 3: July 20- Aug 3, 7-10 Session 4: Aug 13-17, 20-24

CANSail 2Session 1: July 3-6, 9-13 Session 2: July 16-20, 23-27 Session 3: July 20- Aug 3, 7-10Session 4: Aug 13-17, 20-24

CANSail 3Session 1: July 3-6, 9-13 Session 2: July 20- Aug 3, 7-10

CANSail 4Session 1: July 16-20, 23-27Session 2: August 13-17, 20-24

CANSail 5Session 1: July 16-20, 23-27Session 2: July 20- Aug 3, 7-10

CANSail 6Session 1: Aug 13-17, 20-24

NEW THIS YEAR!OPTI Sailing For Ages 6 – 10Please see http://www.bcsailing.bc.ca for more details.

Your kids can learn to sail or improve their existing sailing skills this summer at Hollyburn Sailing Club. Our instructors and our courses are all Canadian Yachting Association Certifi ed, so kids get CYA credits while having a great time. Our club house and boats are conveniently located at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver. Our sailing camps are fun for kids over 10 years of age who can swim.

Courses run two weeks from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday to Friday, at Hollyburn Sailing Club 1326 Argyle Street, West Vancouver. All sessions cost $420

Register online at: www.webreg.westvancouver.netTeleReg at 604-925-7475 or at designated West VancouverRecreation facilities.

“My instructor was really great. I had so much fun.”“I learned to gybe without turtling our boat.”

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GRADE 5 students from Highlands elementary take part in the North Vancouver school district Intermediate Music Festival at Centennial Theatre on May 15.

Music man

G.I.F.T.S. Scholarship Contest: North Shore teens ages 13-19 are invited to create a short (two minutes or less) talking-head-style video about what the North Vancouver City Library means to them for a possible scholarship worth $890. The library and the Gulf Islands Film & Television School are offering a week-long media intensive program on Galiano Island this summer. Deadline for submissions is May 27. Entry forms are available at the library, 120 West 14th St. Rules and info: www.nvcl.ca.

Classic Fairy Tales Series: Puppeteer Mirjana Heath will put on a performance of Pegasus Saturday, May 19, 10:30 a.m. at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Tickets: $8/$5. Reservations: 604-925-7292. Info: www.silkpurse.ca.Art Month: Free art activities

for kids will take place with artist Dana Fisher Sunday, May 20, 1-4 p.m. at Capilano Mall, 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver.

Playdough Party Bonanza: Ages three and up are invited to build, sculpt and create with playdough Tuesday, May 22, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. There will also be storytime breaks and refreshments. No registration required, but program is limited to 20 participants.

Imagine and Explore — Who? What? Where? Children ages three to six accompanied by an adult are invited to join a mystery walk in the forest Saturday, May 26, 1-2:30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.dnv.org/ecology/.

Young Naturalists’ Club — Oddball Edibles: Children ages fi ve to 13 accompanied by an adult will learn about edibles of the temperate rainforest Sunday, May 27, 1-2:30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. To take part in YNC programs you must become a member of the club by signing up at www.ync.ca. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.dnv.

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* Who said there was no free lunch? The Hungry Oven® Summer Camps are eligible for the Children’s Arts Tax Credit (CATC) of up $500 per child!

Summer Camps are practically

FREE* at The Hungry Oven!

We offer weekly camps for kids that are interactive, theme-based and most of all – FUN!

KinderCooks™(ages 4-6) M-F 9:30-11:30

Junior Chefs (ages 7-10) M-F 1:00-4:00

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OFFER EXPIRES JUNE 25, 2012 AND IS ONLY VALID FOR THE PURCHASE OF FULL WEEK CAMPS.

Looking for something new and exciting for the kids this summer?At The Hungry Oven®, our hands-on summer camps give kids the opportunity to cook up delicious and nutritious meals and treats that celebrate fresh, local foods in a wide variety of tasty menus.

Summer Camps at Cap U

You’re in for some Serious Fun• Cooking• Drawing & Painting• Fashion & Textiles• LEGO Robotics• Outdoor Adventure• Science & Computers• Writing & Journalism

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Call our Serious Fun Hotline:604.984.4901

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Book your 5 to 12 year olds into our Eco-Adventure Camp.Book your 5 to 12 year olds into our Eco-Adventure Camp.

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Mt Seymour Eco-Adventure Camp is an experiential summer camp

education, cultural awareness, wilderness survival skills,

an easy 30 minute drive

Mt Seymour Eco-Adventure Camp is an experiential summer camp

education, cultural awareness, wilderness survival skills,

an easy 30 minute drive

Camp 1: July 9 - 13Camp 2: July 23 - 27

Full week

ONLY $220

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ELLY Stornebrink leads an introduction to her Children’s Co-Creative Choir — a non-traditional community children’s choir for children aged nine-12. The summer camp takes place July 16-20 at John Braithwaite Community Centre. Find out more at 604-600-3558 or email [email protected].

Sing out loud


SUMMER CAMPS 2012

North Shore Winter ClubFor more info: 604-985-4135Ext. ‘0’ [email protected]

1325 East Keith RoadNorth Vancouver

Registration is now available online.

www.nswc.ca

Camps are supervised in the safe environment of our club

MULTI-SPORT DAY CAMPSKids will do different sports throughout the week and take lessons from our NSWC coaches including tennis, karate and swim lessons.

RED CROSS SWIM LESSONSThe only Red Cross swim program in North Van. Pre-school and Swim Kids levels. 2-week lesson sets.

ADULT SWIM PROGRAMSIncludes Masters swimming, and Deep Water Heart Smart Aquafi t. Open to all swim and fi tness levels.

DIVINGTues and Thurs. Session 1: June 5-28, Session 2: July 3-31, and Session 3: Aug 7-30.

TENNIS CAMPSJunior – Five Levels starting at age 3 and range up to the competitive level. Adults – Cardio & drills – all levels welcome.

HOCKEY SCHOOLAugust 20 to August 24. Ages 4-15.

FEMALE HOCKEYThe ONLY FEMALE SPECIFIC HOCKEY SCHOOL on the North Shore thisSummer!

KARATE CAMPSTaught by Karate Team BC Coach Nicole Poirier. Half day and full day options available.

FIGURE SKATINGFor skaters ranging from beginner to high performance levels.

KAYAKLearn to Kayak at the NSWC outdoor pool with the head instructor of the Sea to Sky Kayaking School.

LIFEGUARD TRAININGBronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and NLS

RED CROSS BABYSITTINGMay 26 & 27 1:00-5:00pm

OPEN TO PUBLIC!

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CHILDREN’S book author Pat Riccardi plants two yellow cedar trees with help of children at The Little Ones daycare on Squamish Nation lands. Pat donated copies of his book You, You and You which tells a tale of tree planting and recycling.

Planting roots

org/ecology/.

Questions, Questions — Wacky Woodpeckers: Children ages three to fi ve accompanied by an adult will learn how animals make noise Monday, June 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. or 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver. Fee: $8.25. Registration: 604-990-3755. Info: www.dnv.org/ecology/.

Read to Me: Registration for a program where children under the age of fi ve are encouraged to read with someone special and record it all in a reading log will begin June 11. A kick-off party will take place Wednesday, July 4, 1:30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. The event will feature the Music Man Will Stroet who will entertain the kids with songs, stories and guitar playing. Info: www.nvcl.ca.

Summer Reading Club: Registration for a program for children in kindergarten to Grade 6 that promotes reading every day while kids are out of school will begin June 11. A kick-off party will take place Saturday, July 7, 1:30 p.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. This year’s theme will be “strange but true” and Mike Larson from Mike’s Critters will show off his strange animals and share a few surprising facts. Info: www.nvcl.ca.

103 Air Cadet Squadron: Male and female youth, 12-19 years of age, meet Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at 1513 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. Register at any meeting. Info: 604-987-8818.

After-School Sports: Ages eight to 15 can drop in for fun any Monday, Wednesday or Friday, 3:30-5:30 p.m., John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1.

Art Studio: Develop your artistic ability while working on your own projects or try something new. Youth ages 13-17 can drop in to the studio, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $2.

Crafts Funtastic: Children ages six to 12 can discover the wonderful world of art with creative activities including painting, sponging, drawing, collage and more on Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in: $2. Info: 604-982-8311.

Family Storytime: A free drop-in program of stories, songs, action rhymes and more for the whole family, Wednesdays, 1:30-2 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Info: 604-925-7408 or

www.westvanlibrary.ca.

French Storytime: Free drop-in for ages six to nine, Wednesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. at North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www.nvcl.ca.

Imagination Storytime: A free drop-in program every Wednesday, 10-10:30 a.m. at Active Baby, Capilano Mall, North Vancouver. Suitable for children ages one to fi ve. Info: 604-986-8977.

Mount Seymour United Church Children’s Choir: Children ages fi ve-10 are invited to join the choir that practices every Wednesday, 3:45 p.m. at 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. The program is all about having fun with music. Info: www.mtseymourunited.com.

Mount Seymour United Church Youth Choir: Youth ages 11-15 are invited to join the choir that practices every Wednesday, 4 p.m. at 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver. No singing or music reading ability required. Info: 604-929-1336 or www.mtseymourunited.com.

North Shore Celtic Ensemble: Children ages nine to 11 who have at least two years of violin, ongoing private lessons and an interest in Celtic music are invited to play in a lively ensemble. Rehearsals take place Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Handsworth school, 1044 Edgewood Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in: $10. Info: [email protected] (enter subject heading drop-in class) or www.nsce.

Parent and Tot Gym: Drop-in gym for ages one to fi ve, Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1. Info: 604-982-8300.

Parent and Tot Gym: Open

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NEWS photo Mike Wakefi eld

DOMINIC Annen (left), Nikolas Kulka and Georgia Stewart welcome the public to the St. Pius X annual Spring Fair, Saturday May 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The day will feature fun activities including cake walks, a 17-foot slide, a bottle drive, bouncy castle, crafts, face painting and a plant sale. St. Pius is at 1150 Mt. Seymour Rd.

Spring Fling


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SummerSummer Day CampsDay CampsGreat 1/2 day riding camps for ages 8 thru adultIntroductory toexperienced levelsMonday–Friday9AM–Noon or 1PM–4PM

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Rock Star Camp $350Learn how to play in a rock band! Write, record, mix and master your own songs in our professional studio.Ages: 9yrs and Up Length: Mon-Fri Time: 9am- 3pmDates: Weekly July through AugustCost: $350 (Minimum 4 participants)

DCM Idol $200Learn to sing with a professional vocal coach and record your own CD.Ages: 5-8yrs from 9am to 12pm (morning)Ages: 9yrs and up 12:30pm- 3:30pm (afternoon) Length: Mon-FriDates: July 9-13, 23-27, Aug 13-17, 27-31Cost: $200 (Minimum 4 participants)

Acting for Film & TV $250Learn acting skills using on-camera scene work, improvisation and drama games. Students will prepare an audition for a professional talent agency on the last day!Ages: 9-17 (younger children may be accepted with an interview)Length: Mon- Fri Time: 9am- 3pm Dates: July 16-20 or Aug 20-24Cost: $250 (Minimum 6 participants)

Deep Cove Yacht ClubSummerSailingCamps

DEEP COVE YACHT CLUB4420 Gallant Avenue, North Vancouver • 604.929.1009

Details on websites:www.deepcoveyc.com

www.northvanrec.com/programs/sports(scroll down to Sailing)

Also in North Van Rec Guide pg. 89

Ask about our adult classes in keelboats on weekends. Contact Pam at [email protected]

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New! CANSail coursesWET FEET:4-7 year olds

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Owls and wolves and bears, oh my!Jen St. [email protected]

THIS summer on Grouse Mountain, kids have the chance to learn life-saving survival skills, get up close and personal with wolves, bears and owls, and go behind the scenes of a ski hill.

“Our main goal with

the summer camps for kids is to get them aware of the wilderness . . . and the power of nature that’s right in their back yard,” said Sarah Lusk, a spokeswoman for Grouse Mountain.

The week-long day camps are offered for kids aged eight to 14.

Camps start on July 2 and continue throughout July and August. Each day of camp has a different theme and activities, and parents can

either book the whole week or individual days.

On Monday, campers will start their day by helping one of Grouse Mountain’s wildlife rangers feed breakfast to the mountain’s resident timber wolves, Alpha, Beta and Omega. (The wolves are retired movie actors, said Lusk.) They’ll also get a peek inside an actual bear den (not currently occupied by bears), and go on a wildlife sketching walk to discover

Grouse Mountain from an animal’s perspective.

On Tuesday, survival experts will teach campers how to build a fi re using just a chocolate bar and a pop can, how an orange garbage bag can save your life, and other wilderness survival skills.

Wednesday is all about birds, as campers get a chance to meet the mountain’s resident barn owl, Tyto. Kids will also get lessons from professional falconers, fi nd

our what owls eat, take part in a bird-banding workshop, and learn about Grouse Mountain’s hummingbird monitoring network.

For kids who want to know how things work, Thursday’s behind-the-scenes programming will reveal all. Campers will fi nd out how Grouse Mountain’s wind turbine runs, hunt for elusive salamanders on a walk to Blue Grouse Lake, and get an up-close look at the mechanics of a snow machine.

Friday wraps up with storytelling, dancing and crafts led by a Squamish elder at the

Hiwus feasthouse. Campers will spend the afternoon learning how to toss an axe and roll logs with the Grouse Mountain lumberjacks.

Lusk said the summer camps at Grouse offer kids a chance to be in nature while they’re learning about it, and get up close and personal with mountain animals.

“That’s one thing that Grouse has that’s really unique,” said Lusk. “We do have feathered friends, from wolves to grizzly bears, and we give them . . . an appreciation of the environment and sustainability.”

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CHILDREN taking part in Grouse Mountain’s summer camps will have the chance to feed breakfast to the mountain’s resident timber wolves.


Kidding Around

If you have busy, active kids and a full time job, you’re probably looking for healthy ways to keep them occupied this summer.

This year North Shore Taekwondo is off ering their award-winning children’s programs in a series of summer camps.

Running Monday to Friday from July 9-27 and August 13-24, the week long camps combine Taekwondo training with exciting and engaging outdoor activities to give children as young as four a chance to learn self-defense skills and street-proofi ng.

“Each day will off er fun and exciting Taekwondo drills and challenging games designed to promote team work and individual focus,” says Master Tony Kook. “Students will learn practical self defense skills, from dealing with bullies to street sense and stranger safety. Some of the organized afternoon activities we have planned include bowling, laser tag, swimming, outdoor games and gymnastics.”

Founded on a philosophy of patience, respect, humility and love, children get martial arts training, learn discipline and meet new friends.

North Shore Taekwondo Summer Camps are for everyone because having fun, learning something new and enjoying great exercise is what a quality lifestyle is all about. We provide

experience and expertise in leading fi rst-class camps for children and youth. The main thing our camp off ers that they can’t get anywhere else is the perfect balance of character development- like focus, confi dence, and respect- with fun enjoyable activities and practical life skills.

One thing your child will also get is a team of experts dedicated to their success.

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JESSICA Whyte tests her balance under the watchful eye of Pedalhead’s Nick Pavlakis. Families with bikes are invited to join in the Great Pedalheads Treasure Hunt at Princess Park June 9 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Bikers follow clues to fi nd “treasure” and test their biking skills. Find out more at pedalheads.ca.

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gym time for children ages one to fi ve, Wednesdays, 1-2:15 p.m. at Ron Andrews recreation centre, 931 Lytton St., North Vancouver. Parent participation and supervision is required. Drop-in fee: $1.

Sea Cadets offers youth ages 12-18 physical fi tness, citizenship, leadership and fostering an interest in Canada’s civilian and naval maritime communities. Meetings are held Wednesdays, 6:30-9:15 p.m. at 1555 Forbes Ave., North Vancouver. New members welcome. Info: [email protected] or 604-988-8911 ext. 1.

Storytime: Free weekly imagination storytime for children up to fi ve years old read by North Shore mom Stef Green. Held every Wednesday from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Active Baby in Capilano Mall.

Toddler Storytime: Free drop-in for children ages two to three, Wednesdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www.nvcl.ca.

ToddleTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages 24-36 months, Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration is not required. Info: www.nvdpl.ca/children.

ToddleTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages 24-36 months,

Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Registration is not required. Info: www.nvdpl.ca/children.

Young Mothers’ Program: For mothers 24 years old and under, Wednesdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver.

Baby Storytime: Free drop-in for children ages two and younger, Thursdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m. at the North Vancouver City Library, 120 West 14th St. Info: www.nvcl.ca.

Babytimes: Songs, action rhymes, fi nger plays and picture books geared for the very young, Thursdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m. for pre-walkers and 11-11:30 a.m. for walkers up to 23 months, at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Free drop-in. Info: www.westvanlibrary.ca or 604-925-7408.

Gleneagles Family Storytime: Enjoy puppetry, songs and stories, Thursdays, 10-10:30 a.m. at Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Info: www.westvanlibrary.ca.

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WINNERS of the 2012 Member of Parliament Award for Writing join MP John Weston at the West Vancouver Memorial Library during the Booktopia Children’s Literature Festival opening. Carly Pistawka (left), honourable mention; Maya MacNab, third; William Honcharuk, second; and Brien Murphy, fi rst place.

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West First St. Info: www.nvcl.ca.

Pacifi c Spirit Children’s Choir, a fun-fi lled, serious music-making choir, invites ages fi ve to 18 to their new season. Rehearsals take place Thursdays, 5-6:20 p.m. at West Vancouver

United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave. Info: Gerald van Wyck, music director, 604-808-5231 or www.pschildrenschoir.ca.

Pemberton Heights Mums’ Group meets the second Thurs-day evening of each month at different members’ homes. Info: Shauna, 604-984-4434 or [email protected].

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Choir: Angelic Voices, a program for ages fi ve to eight, practises Thursdays, 5-5:45 p.m. at the church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-985-0408 or www.st-andrews-united.ca.

St. Andrew’s United Church Choir: Saintly Singers, a program for ages nine to 16, practises every Thursday, 6-7 p.m. at the church, 1044 St.

Georges Ave., North Vancouver. Info: 604-985-0408 www.st-andrews-united.ca.

StoryTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages three to fi ve, Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver. Registration is not required. For more information visit the websiet at www.nvdpl.ca/children.

StoryTales: Free drop-in storytime for children ages three to fi ve, Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Registration is not required. Info: www.nvdpl.ca/children.

After-school Sports: Ages eight to 15 can drop in for fun any Monday, Wednesday or Friday, 3:30-5:30 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Fee: $1.

— compiled by Debbie Caldwell

Email information for your non-profi t, by donation or nominal fee event to [email protected]. For our online listings, go to www.nsnews.com, scroll to Community Events and click on Add Your Event.

19th Annual Paradise Valley

SUMMER SCHOOLof VISUAL ARTJuly 8 - 13:drawing, painting, printmaking & mixed mediafor ages 8-12 with Tania Gleave

July 15 - 20:drawing, painting, printmaking & installationfor ages 13-18 with Etienne ZackOutdoor studio adventures for young artists with teams ofexperienced art teachers and Canada’s fi nest artists plusguest artists visits and daily recreation activities

• all in the beautiful 460 acre setting of the North VancouverOutdoor School situated near Squamish, B.C.

• partial scholarships and bursaries• six days and fi ve nights $725 inclusive

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TODD Babic and his fi ve-year-old daughter Madeleine participate in an Open Arts Workshop at the West Vancouver Community Centre. The drop-in program takes place Sundays,11:30-1:30 for $7.50.

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