For full event listings, visit: www.nvrc.ca/culturedays

SEPTEMBER 29, 30 & OCTOBER 1, 2017

West Vancouver

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29WATER’S EDGE: PAINTINGS BY PETER MANNING & LORI MORRIS - Acrylic painters Loris Morris and Peter Manning share their unique interpretations of landscapes by the water’s edge in bold and colourful depictions of majestic shorelines. WHERE: Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave.WHEN: Friday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30WATER’S EDGE: PAINTINGS BY PETER MANNING & LORI MORRIS - Acrylic painters Loris Morris and Peter Manning share their unique interpretations of landscapes by the water’s edge in bold and colourful depictions of majestic shorelines. WHERE: Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

ARTIST TALK: ERIC METCALF AT THE WEST VANCOUVER MUSEUM - Join Eric Metcalfe in the gallery for a tour of his exhibition, Gargoyles and Improvisations, on view until October 28. WHERE: West Vancouver Museum, 680 17th St.WHEN: Saturday, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

HONOURING RECONCILIATION READING CIRCLE Take part in this moving reading circle exploring Bev Sellars’ memoir, They Called Me Number One, her personal account of her residential school experience and her path to healing. WHERE: West Vancouver Memorial Library,

1950 Marine Dr. WHEN: Saturday, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1WATER’S EDGE: PAINTINGS BY PETER MANNING & LORI MORRIS - Acrylic painters Loris Morris and Peter Manning share their unique interpretations of landscapes by the water’s edge in bold and colourful depictions of majestic shorelines. WHERE: Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave. WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

RAIN QUEEN OF AFRICA AT THE FERRY BUILDING GALLERY - Ceramic artist Liz DeBeer will spin tales of the Rain Queen of Africa and explain some of the techniques she used in producing the work for her latest solo exhibition. WHERE: Ferry Building Gallery,

1414 Argyle Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29STEIN VALLEY NLAKA’PAMUX HERITAGE PARK: A LIVING MUSEUM - Don’t miss this presentation by Ruby Dunstan who will share historical and oral narratives of the Lytton Nlaka’pamux in the Stein watershed. Registration is required. Please email elderscouncilprograms@gmail.com. WHERE: Capilano University, 2055 Purcell Way,

Library Building - Room 321WHEN: Friday, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

PAINTING WITH A PURPOSE - Drop-in and contribute to a collaborative large piece painting that will go up for auction at Art World Expo 2018. Proceeds will go to Canadians in need. WHERE: MAB Art Studio & Boutique Gallery,

1335 Pemberton Ave. WHEN: Friday, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

BACKSTAGE AT HENDRY HALL The North Vancouver Community Players take you backstage at the Theatre at Hendry Hall to discover the magic of community theatre. WHERE: The Theatre at Hendry Hall, 815 East 11th St.WHEN: Friday, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 THE BIG PICTURE: COLLECTIVE ART PROJECT Jump in and draw! Be part of an exciting art project where people from here and around the world are collaborating to create a big mosaic picture from thousands of drawings. WHERE: 125 Garden Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

PAINTING WITH A PURPOSE - Drop-in and contribute to a collaborative large piece painting that will go up for auction at Art World Expo 2018. Proceeds will go to Canadians in need. WHERE: MAB Art Studio & Boutique Gallery,

1335 Pemberton Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

“A Little Outside the Hubs” in North Vancouver

ONE OF A KIND ARTISTIC CLOTHING & FASHION SHOW - Go behind the scenes at the studio of clothing artist Kjaer Pedersen. Fashion show starts at 1:00PM. WHERE: 195 Artist Studio,

195 Pemberton Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

DREAM CATCHERS AT MARIANA SOLA ART STUDIO - Drop in and create your own dreamcatcher to catch all your dreams.WHERE: 204 - 1515 Pemberton Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

STAND UP COMEDY SHOW - Laugh Your Head Off and Support Mental Health. The show looks at the lighter side of taking meds, seeing counselors, getting diagnosed and surviving the mental health system. WHERE: The Yoga Root, 106 - 850 Harbourside Dr.WHEN: Saturday, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1THE BIG PICTURE: COLLECTIVE ART PROJECT Jump in and draw! Be part of an exciting art project where people from here and around the world are collaborating to create a big mosaic picture from thousands of drawings. WHERE: 125 Garden Ave. WHEN: Sunday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

PAINTING WITH A PURPOSE - Drop-in and contribute to a collaborative large piece painting that will go up for auction at Art World Expo 2018. Proceeds will go to Canadians in need. WHERE: MAB Art Studio & Boutique Gallery,

1335 Pemberton Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

COLOR YOUR MANDELA MEDITATIONTake a journey with this hands on colouring and meditation workshop. Pre-registration required.Visit www.culturedays.ca.WHERE: The Yoga Root, 106 - 850 Harbourside Dr.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Promotion of North Shore Culture Days is coordinated by North Vancouver Recreation & Culture with support from the District of West Vancouver and the North Shore News. North Shore Culture Days events are subject to change without notice.

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Silk Purse Arts Centre, WV Memorial Library, WV Museum, Ferry Building Gallery, Kay Meek Centre

Capilano University, Pemberton, Grand Boulevard Area, Harbourside

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OPEN REHEARSAL WITH AMBLESIDE ORCHESTRA Celebrate 25 years of music making on the North Shore at Ambleside Orchestra’s open rehearsal of opera overtures. See how a musical performance is created with a backstage view of the rehearsal process. A celebratory cake and coffee will be served. WHERE: Kay Meek Centre Studio Space,

1700 Mathers Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29SNEAK PEEK TOUR: OPENING OF AFK CANADIAN FIRST PEOPLE EXHIBIT - Be the first to see the Artists for Kids (AFK) new exhibit and enjoy an informative gallery tour. WHERE: Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art,

2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Friday, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

MIC & I: A TEEN OPEN MIC NIGHT - Teens in grades 7 to 12 are invited to join MCs, Viktoria and Sarina, for a night of performance and laughter! WHERE: North Vancouver City Library,

120 West 14th St.WHEN: Friday, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 LAUDATE SINGERS GALLERY SINGALONG! Join in the singalong, meet the choir and local composer-in-residence and participate in a question and answer session. WHERE: Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art,

2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1MUSICAL PETTING ZOO - Your big chance to try out the musical instrument of your dreams. Presented by Long & McQuade WHERE: Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

ORCHESTRA JAM - Join the North Shore Chamber Orchestra and A Casual Arrangement for a sight reading session of music from celtic, pop and classical traditions.WHERE: Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art,

2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

UKULELE STRUMMIN’ & SINGIN’ JAM - JOJY Music for Children offers a Hawaiian style ukulele workshop for kids. Bring your ukulele or borrow one here! WHERE: Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM - 1:40 PM

BURSTIN’ WITH BROADWAY COMMUNITY SINGALONG Everyone’s invited to come and belt out your favourite show tunes backed up by the famous BWB ensemble. WHERE: Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Lower Lonsdale

Lynn Valley Village + Area

Deep Cove + Parkgate Delbrook + Edgemont

WELCOME TO NORTH SHORE CULTURE DAYSEXPLORE • CREATE • PARTICIPATE Discover the world of artists, musicians, dancers, heritage experts, and curators in your community. North Shore Culture Days has something for the artist in everyone and best of all, everything is FREE! www.nvrc.ca/culturedays

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29CHIEF DAN GEORGE: ACTOR & ACTIVIST - Learn the story of how Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George (1899- 1981) left a legacy with his work as an Indigenous advocate, actor and activist. WHERE: Presentation House

Arts Centre, 209 West 4th St.WHEN: Friday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

CURATOR’S TALK AND TOUR - Join curator Karen Dearlove for a tour & discussion of the exhibit: “Chief Dan George: Actor & Activist”. WHERE: Presentation House Arts Centre,

209 West 4th St.WHEN: Friday, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

CULTURE DAYS KICK OFF AT THE SHIPYARDS NIGHT MARKET Join North Shore Mayors as we kick-off Culture Days 2017 at the most popular market on the Shore. Drop by the Culture Days booth for your free button and plan your weekend of cultural adventures. WHERE: Shipbuilders Square, 15 Wallace MewsWHEN: Friday, 4:45 PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 PRESS PRINT CRAFT - Come and explore your creativity by making small cards using the printmaking technique. WHERE: John Braithwaite Community Centre,

145 West 1st St.WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

CURATOR’S TALK AND TOUR - Join curator Karen Dearlove for a tour & discussion of the exhibit: “Chief Dan George: Actor & Activist”. WHERE: Presentation House Arts Centre,

209 West 4th St.WHEN: Saturday, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE - Come see one of the North Shore’s best kept secrets! A magical blend of improvised music and comedy with special guest, ‘category defying singer’ Norine Braun. WHERE: Lynn Valley United Church,

3201 Mountain Hwy. WHEN: Friday, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 THERE FOR THANKS GIVING - LABYRINTH WALK Step onto a path of positivity to reflect on and acknowledge the delight, joy and pleasure that is your life... then return to the world feeling connected to a place of gratitude. All are welcome! WHERE: Lynn Valley United Church,

3201 Mountain Hwy.WHEN: Saturday, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

CELTIC MUSIC JAM - Let your music out! Jam along with North Shore Celtic Ensemble. Visit www.nsce.ca and they will send you the sheet music…all instruments welcome! WHERE: Lynn Valley Village Plaza,

1233 - 1277 Lynn Valley Rd.WHEN: Saturday, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1CULTURE CRAM AT THE NORTH VANCOUVER DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY - The Library is hosting a CULTURE CRAM to see how much culture we can cram into our Lynn Valley branch! • Persian cultural exhibit by the Zoroastrian group

(1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)• Ava Music and Art Centre Band performance

(1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)• Dances of Polynesia with the Spirit of the South

Seas dancers (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM)• Tibetan Bowl Singing performance

(3:00 PM - 4:00 PM)WHERE: North Vancouver District Public Library,

1277 Lynn Valley Rd.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

FIRST WELCOME HYCH`KA - OUTDOOR THEATRE EVENT - Experience the excitement, curiosity and wonder of meeting someone or something new for the first time. Join the community parade followed by special performances and a shared potluck picnic at Waterfront Park featuring the spectacular giant Coast Salish Puppet, and the Musqueam First Nation’s Tsatsu Stalqaya or Coastal Wolf Pack. Presented by Presentation House Theatre and Mortal Coil Performance Society.WHERE: Waterfront Park, 200 Block West Esplanade WHEN: Saturday, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

CREATE YOUR OWN 8”X 8” ART - It’s time to get creative with your very own 8” x 8” art piece. Learn tips and techniques on how to make the most out of a small canvas. Artist demos from 1:00 - 2:30 PM and 3:00 - 4:30 PM. WHERE: CityScape Community Art Space,

335 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

CHIEF DAN GEORGE: ACTOR & ACTIVIST Learn the story of how Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George (1899-1981) left a legacy with his work as an Indigenous advocate, actor and activist. WHERE: Presentation House Arts Centre,

209 West 4th St. WHEN: Saturday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1CREATIVE DANCE SAMPLER FOR 6-12 YEAR OLDS Creative Dance includes an opportunity to learn ballet, jazz, hip-hop, pop, and contemporary. Registration required – call 604-987-Play (7529), Barcode #389837. WHERE: John Braithwaite Community Centre,

145 West 1st St.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

CHIEF DAN GEORGE: ACTOR & ACTIVIST Learn the story of how Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George (1899-1981) left a legacy with his work as an Indigenous advocate, actor and activist. WHERE: Presentation House Arts Centre,

209 West 4th St.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

CHILDREN OF TAKAYA DANCE GROUP’S STORY Drop in at the North Vancouver Museum to hear Gabriel George share the history, stories and regalia of the Tsleil-Waututh’s Children of Takaya Dance Group. WHERE: Presentation House Arts Centre,

209 West 4th St.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

YOUTH INTERACTIVE ART INSTALLATION Youth are invited to drop by and work with a local artist in the creation of some new public art. WHERE: Rogers Plaza, 145 West 1st St. WHEN: Sunday, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

YOUTH PERFORMANCE SERIES - Come out and listen to a variety of local performers at the City’s new community stage. WHERE: Rogers Plaza,

145 West 1st St.WHEN: Sunday, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29PARKGATE POTTERY STUDIO OPEN HOUSE Find out if pottery is for you by dropping by the fully equipped studio and giving it a whirl. All ages welcome. WHERE: Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Crt.WHEN: Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

HISTORY OF DEEP COVE FIRE AND COMMUNITY HALL - Share your memories of the community hall as participants review photographs of the hall from the mid 1940’s to the mid 1960’s. WHERE: Deep Cove Theatre, 4300 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Friday, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

DEEP COVE HERITAGE OPEN HOUSE - Discover local history and see how much the Deep Cove area has changed by looking at pictures from our archives. WHERE: Deep Cove Theatre, 4300 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Friday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 ART STUDIO OPEN HOUSE - Drop-in and meet local Parkgate Studio artists who will be showcasing their art and actively painting. WHERE: Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Crt.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

DEEP COVE HERITAGE OPEN HOUSE - Discover local history and see how much the Deep Cove area has changed by looking at pictures from our archives. WHERE: Deep Cove Theatre, 4300 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

PARKGATE POTTERY STUDIO OPEN HOUSE - Find out if pottery is for you by dropping by the fully equipped studio and giving it a whirl. All ages welcome. WHERE: Parkgate Community

Centre, 3625 Banff Crt.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1PARKGATE POTTERY STUDIO OPEN HOUSE Find out if pottery is for you by dropping by the fully equipped studio and giving it a whirl. All ages welcome. WHERE: Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Crt.WHEN: Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

DEEP COVE HERITAGE OPEN HOUSE - Discover local history and see how much the Deep Cove area has changed by looking at pictures from our archives. WHERE: Deep Cove Theatre, 4300 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

TRADITIONAL FINGER WEAVING WORKSHOP Explore the history of Eastern Woodland Tribes as well as Metis and French Canadian artisans by learning the traditional way to make sashes for the voyageurs. WHERE: Deep Cove Theatre, 4300 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

ARTIST TALK WITH REBECCA CHAPERON Learn how Rebecca’s paintings act as a means of storytelling, where surreal landscapes populated by mysterious figures meet flat geometry, with emotive undercurrents. WHERE: Seymour Art Gallery , 4360 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Centennial Theatre + Mid Lonsdale

GIRLS WITH GRIT - For girls 8 - 10 years old Join Alix Dunham for an inspiring hour of yoga, mindful meditation and awesome crafts. Participants must register - call 604-987-Play (7529) #389796. WHERE: John Braithwaite Community Centre,

145 West 1st St.WHEN: Sunday, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE WORKSHOP Feel fresh and fantastic with our FREE and FUN dance workshops (Persian, Arabic, Belly Dance and Samba). Presented by the Academy of Middle Eastern Dance (AMED). WHERE: Lonsdale Quay Market Outdoor PlazaWHEN: Sunday, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Centennial Theatre, Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art, Artists for Kids, North Van City Library

Presentation House, CityScape Community Art Space, John Braithwaite Community Centre, Lonsdale Quay Market Stage, Shipbuilders’ Square, Waterfront Park, Rogers Plaza

Lynn Valley Village, Lynn Valley Library, Lynn Valley United Church

Seymour Art Gallery, Deep Cove Cultural Centre, Parkgate Community Centre

Delbrook Community Recreation Centre and Edgemont Village

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29ARTS & CULTURE GRANTS: INCLUDING CREATIVITY - Calling all artists! Free information workshop on funding opportunities available through North Vancouver Recreation & Culture’s Arts & Culture Grants Program. WHERE: Delbrook Community Recreation Centre,

851 West Queens Rd.WHEN: Friday, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 TIE-DYE IN EDGEMONT VILLAGE - Drop off your t-shirt or towel with your name on it on Friday, Sept 29 at BC Playthings, Edgemont Village Jeweller or Trims. We will soak and prep it for you. WHERE: Peter Rabbit Parklet

(located at 3055 Woodbine, beside Trims)WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

CULTURE JAM UPCYCLING WORKSHOP Create your own musical instrument out of ‘junk’ and let’s do some culture jamming together. Led by local crafter and artist Denise Corcoran. All ages. WHERE: Delbrook Community Recreation Centre,

851 West Queens Rd.WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

TRASH TO TREASURE WORKSHOP - Learn to create craft magic on a budget and make simple upcycling projects with discarded items. Led by Denise Corcoran. For adults. WHERE: Delbrook Community Recreation Centre,

851 West Queens Rd.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

CREATE YOUR OWN WATERCOLOUR PAINTING Free workshop with renowned painter Frank Townsley. Learn how to mix colours, use salt to create a textured surface and transfer leaf images onto a painting. No experience necessary. Limited space - must pre-register. Call 604-987-Play (7529). WHERE: Delbrook Community Recreation Centre,

851 West Queens Rd.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

POTTERY STUDIO OPEN HOUSE Drop by and tour the new Delbrook Pottery Studio! Studio manager Louisa will also do a special pottery demo from 1:30 - 2:00pm.WHERE: Delbrook Community Recreation Centre,

851 West Queens Rd.WHEN: Saturday, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

DANCE FOR THE JOY OF HEALTH Health Works invites you to come out and dance in Edgemont Village with Zumba Vancouver and Luglio Romero, featuring dance styles from all over the world.WHERE: 3055 Woodbine Dr.WHEN: Saturday, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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RADICAL IMPROV FAMILY SHOW - Get the giggles as you enjoy this radical improvisation show which blends rapid-fire humor with character-driven storytelling. All ages welcome WHERE: Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave. WHEN: Sunday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM