Local News – Front Porch Blog
Our Neighbourhood News: From the Front Porch of LynnValleyLife
Hi there neighbours, and a very warm welcome to our blog, From the Front Porch of LynnValleyLife.
Why do we call it ‘From the Front Porch’? Because that’s where the real news of a community is shared – on front porches and sidewalks, and in coffee shops and playgrounds. So sit down and stay awhile…. and check back regularly, so we can keep you in the Lynn Valley loop.
Visit here for musings on local life from our neighbourhood observer, Lynn O’Malley, and stories from our editor Robin Thorneycroft. Our realtors Jim Lanctot, Kelly Gardiner & Melanie Butchart bring news from the world of Lynn Valley real estate, and we have a range of guest voices from your local neighbours.
If you have any tidbits of interest, please send them along to our neighbourhood news-gatherer, Robin, at [email protected]. We can’t guarantee we’ll be able to post them all, but we’ll do our best to spread the word on this blog or on our Facebook site!
Meet the local candidates
With the provincial election taking place on Oct. 19th now is the time to get to know the candidates, ask tough questions and engage in debate to find the best representative for our community. LynnValleyLife approached the four candidates stepping up to serve North Vancouver - Seymour and asked them ...
Making a house a community home
The people behind Mollie Nye want the rooms and halls filled with the warmth of community and connection. With a range of intergenerational programs and a willingness to discuss more, this Lynn Valley jewel hopes you will stop by for a visit. A community home What is now known as ...
Lively Lynn Valley Legion
The Lynn Valley Legion has caught a fresh wind and its energy is bringing people in and pouring out into the community. Energetic evenings Flying under the radar, the Royal Canadian Legion Lynn Valley Branch 114 is building momentum to be the liveliest night spot in Lynn Valley. With expanded ...
Provincial priorities – Election 2024
With the provincial election mere weeks away, it’s time to start thinking about our community and the direction we want it to go. LynnValleyLife.com reached out to a number of organizations and individuals who are community leaders to get their two cents on the upcoming election. Community engagement Provincial voter ...
Youth creating a 2SLGBTQIA+ community
Entering its third school year, Queerly Quilled has expanded beyond its original literary roots to be a growing community for queer youth. Kicking off its 24/25 season on Sept. 11 at the Lynn Valley branch of NVDPL, the founders hope to see new faces join. Build it and they will ...
Fall for culture
An abundance of creative art and culture events are returning to Lynn Valley and the North Shore in late September/early October. The national celebration of arts and culture – Culture Days – begins Sept. 20 - Oct. 13. Nestled right in the middle is North Van’s annual event the North ...
A new watershed moment
Last month a community education and resource space was returned to the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve (LSCR). A brand new Seymour Watershed Centre opened its doors to host future education and school groups. Education to foster respect The new Seymour Watershed Centre is a dual space housing some LSCR/Water treatment ...
Blooming business
The new owners of the iconic local landmark Mountain Market are seeing their business blossom in a new way. Earlier this summer Steve and Natasha Shim launched a website for online orders hoping to make their floral sales more accessible to those wanting to send flowers to those they care ...
Live entertainment through August
Live and Local events are returning in full swing to Lynn Valley Village with a full slate of performers and family fun throughout the summer presented by the North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission. A downloadable calendar can be found here. Live and Local Each week new, emerging and accomplished ...
Lynn Valley’s HopeU supports antiracist youth
We are pleased to partner with Argyle Secondary School’s journalism class for another student article from Austen Eidnani. Since 2020 Charles Tetteh-Lartey has been educating the young about racism through his non-profit organization based in Lynn Valley, HopeU. Tetteh-Lartey is the Youth Pastor at Valley Church with a passion for ...
New tech programs offered by NVDPL
There are a number of innovative programs coming up in August at the Lynn Valley branch of the NVDPL. From creative technology advisors leading StoryLab workshops to hands-on opportunities for kids and tweens, we have picked a few to check out this month. Innovative education and fun The new and ...
Valley to Shore, farm to table
Bringing the goodness of the Fraser Valley directly to Lynn Valley has an Upper Lynn entrepreneur evolving her business that brings food from farms to local doorsteps. Dana Dykema has a knack for finding partners to fill her Valley to Shore Harvest Boxes and to offer other unique local products ...
Planting for protection
Maple Leaf Garden Centres and the District of North Vancouver Fire Rescue Service have partnered with British Columbia FireSmart British Columbia to offer advice on best practices to keep yards looking good and reduce the wildfire threat to homes. Where the forest meets the city Lynn Valley, like a handful ...
Staying safe on local waterways
We are pleased to partner with Argyle Secondary School's journalism class for some student articles. First up: Oscar Robindell! As the weather heats up, students enjoy their summer break, and tourists flock to Vancouver, Lynn Creek and other rivers and lakes become popular spots to cool down. However, the shimmering ...
Summer songs and weekly fun
Live and Local events are returning in full swing to Lynn Valley Village with a full slate of performers and family fun throughout the summer presented by the North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission. A downloadable calendar can be found here. Live and Local Each week new, emerging and accomplished ...
Family fun at the local fair
Lynn Valley Days is back with new energy and a return to a classic fair experience. The biggest community event of the year returns June 22 with a few changes and a delicious new addition. Fair favourites 2024 marks a new phase for Lynn Valley Days. It will be a ...
Eyes on summer
With summer around the corner a North Shore optometrist and local mom, Terri Hines, has some tips and insight into new treatments for kids. Innovation Research and innovation are impacting several aspects of View Optometry’s Teri Hines’ practice. Two particular aspects are on the top of her mind: sun protection ...
Batting for Britain
Two Argyle Secondary students are taking to the field with Team Great Britain this summer. Henry Cheyne and Cayden Allen have been invited to join the U18 baseball team at the European Baseball Championship and a little support would help them along the way. Playing in the park All the ...
Growing food forests
A North Shore gardener hopes to inspire a food forest in local neighbourhoods in her new book. Author Chris Chung takes food out of rigid backyard beds and into our residential yards in The Layered Edible Garden. Rethinking traditional Sitting on a shelf in Lynn Valley’s Maple Leaf Garden Centre ...
New art space in LV
Lynn Valley Centre is getting creative this month with the grand opening of Monika’s Art Boutique-Studio & Gallery. The new studio and retail space offer families options for art lessons and creative after-school care. Dream come true Building on her previous experience as a teacher and the success of her ...
A second round with NSR on the small screen
After breaking Knowledge Network records, both North Shore Rescue and Silvapark Films are back with a new season of Search and Rescue: North Shore debuting May 28. The five-part docuseries takes place throughout the North Shore and Squamish highlighting the dedicated volunteers that are on duty 24/7/365. Real impacts Promising ...
Onboarding Autistic youth
A local dad has taken his passion for sport and his drive to build an inclusive community to the one place he feels most at home: the skate park. Dropping into his fourth season with Spectrum Skateboard Society, Blair Durnan is helping autistic kids roll through social challenges and get ...
Cheering for the world championships
Argyle athletes at the top of their game are hoping to head to world championships in 2025. Year after year the Argyle Cheer team tops the provincial rankings. The current roster is fundraising to return to the World Championships in Florida to take on more competition. Taking on the world ...
Community rising with baking bread
A little flour, salt and water are helping Lynn Valley grow. From a pandemic project to community building, Eva Lee has been learning the ins and outs of baking sourdough and sharing her successes and lessons to help others rise. Starter Like many people during the pandemic shutdowns, Lee shifted ...
E-cargo and active transportation sessions
The DNV is hosting active transportation information sessions highlighting its upcoming launch of an e-cargo lending program. Information sessions are throughout April & May and will be coming to Lynn Valley on April 20 & 21. Getting people out of cars Active transportation plans for the DNV are geared to ...
Great Lynn Valley Neighbourhood Garage Sale
The annual Great Neighbourhood Garage Sale is back on the table for 2024! We are building the map for next week's event. Join Lynn Valley for two days of bargain hunting May 25 & 26. The Map! A printable map can be found at this LINK. Visit homes from 9:30 ...
LV restaurant expands to third shop
With almost 20 years under their belts as the owners of Lynn Valley’s Mr. Sushi, the Park family has opened their third restaurant and hope to have many more in the future. From feeding family to feeding hundreds When the Park family took over Mr. Sushi in 2006 it was ...
New production reunites two LV actors
More than 10 years after their last performances at Argyle’s Buchanan Theatre, local actors Sam Fraser and Garth Phillips are taking to the stage again in a new production showcasing the diversity and community of theatre. The joy of theatre Two local actors are hitting the stage this month in ...
Spinning Guinness dreams
Last October Lynn Valley’s Heather McDonald kicked off a year-long challenge to get herself in the Guinness Book of World Records – one pedal at a time. As she approaches the halfway mark she is on pace to not only beat the record but also her original goal. I think ...
Romer’s Fresh Kitchen sneak peek – and contest
Opening its doors soon, the new Romer’s Fresh Kitchen & Bar is the next venture from Lynn Valley icon Ron Slinger (formerly of the Black Bear Neighbourhood Pub) and fellow BC Restaurant Hall of Famer Kelly Gordon. Together with chef-partner Jim Romer and business partners Nate Dick and Justin Thompson, ...
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