Here’s our round-up of what’s going on September 27th to 29th for families on the North Shore. Our top pick is the grand re-opening celebration of John Lawson Park in West Vancouver at 2:00 pm today! It is an amazing new waterfront playground & spray park that is perfect for babies, toddlers & bigger kids (click on the video below to see more!). We hope you have a blast this weekend!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th
John Lawson Park Grand Re-Opening – West Vancouver (2:00 pm) (come on down to enjoy cake, speeches, and lots of free play on the new equipment!)
Shipyards Night Market – 15 Wallace Mews, North Van (5:00 – 10:00 pm)
Great Turkey Quest – Edgemont Village, North Van (find the 10 turkeys hidden in the windows of Edgemont Village businesses, pick up & drop off your entry form at BC Playthings, Kidsbooks or Pizazz Gifts, and win 1 of three prizes, including a 20 lb turkey and treats from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory)
North Shore Culture Days – various locations on the North Shore (all day)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st
Dundarave Farmers’ Market – Dundarave Village, Marine Dr, West Van (9:00 am – 3:00 pm)
Artists for Conservation 2013 Festival – Grouse Mountain Resort (10:00 am to 10:00 pm) (youth & adult workshops, live artist demos, gallery tours and a wildlife viewing).
Lonsdale Quay Farmers’ Market – 123 Carrie Cates Crt, North Van (10:00 am – 3:00 pm)
Fairfield Music Open Day – 844 West 15th Street, North Van (1:00 pm – 5:00 pm) (enjoy performances by students, teachers & Trooper drummer, try mini lessons or instrument making, and a BBQ by donation)
Great Turkey Quest – Edgemont Village, North Van (find the 10 turkeys hidden in the windows of Edgemont Village businesses, pick up & drop off your entry form at BC Playthings, Kidsbooks or Pizazz Gifts, and win 1 of three prizes, including a 20 lb turkey and treats from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory)
North Shore Culture Days – various locations on the North Shore (all day)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd
Ambleside Farmers’ Market – Bellevue St & 13th St, West Van (10:00 am – 3:00 pm)
Trolley Dances – 335 Lonsdale Ave, North Van (12:00 pm to 5:00 pm) (explore the North Shore on a unique trolley ride and experience surprise dance performances!)
Great Turkey Quest – Edgemont Village, North Van (find the 10 turkeys hidden in the windows of Edgemont Village businesses, pick up & drop off your entry form at BC Playthings, Kidsbooks or Pizazz Gifts, and win 1 of three prizes, including a 20 lb turkey and treats from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory)
North Shore Culture Days – various locations on the North Shore (all day)
Enjoy your weekend ladies!
Angela & Jai
Modern Mama North Shore