Community Events

Spring Break is a great time to get active and have fun in Lynn Valley. There are lots of drop-in activities to have some spur of the moment fun. Check out our picks from the Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre and the Lynn Valley Branch of the North Vancouver District Library. 

Drop-in activities and a couple of mini-camps

March 17

12-4 p.m. Scales and Coils, Lynn Valley Ecology Centre

Presented by the Westcoast Society for the Protection of Reptiles. Visit with reptiles from around the world and get a peek into their fascinating lives. Suggested donation $2 per person or $5 per family.Plan to arrive early as space is limited and on a first come basis.

http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

March 18

1-2:30 p.m.  NatureKids – Stream Sleuth, Lynn Valley Ecology Centre

Register at eventbrite

What can streams and rivers tell us about the health of our local environment? Visit a small stream to search for aquatic insects and learn how to protect your local streams.

About NatureKids

Are your children inspired by nature? Take part in the NatureKids programs and soak up nature knowledge. To take part in the NatureKids programs you must become a member of NatureKids BC www.naturekidsbc.ca.

March 19-21,

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wildlife Week Mini Camp  — Nature Investigators, Lynn Valley Ecology Centre

Come and be a ‘nature detective’ as you spot the signs of spring in Lynn Canyon Park. Learn about tracking, uncover the hidden habitats of animals, play games, and create nature crafts as we ramble along the forest trails. For children ages 5 to 8. Cost: $68 Register at 604-990-3755

http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

March 20

1:30 p.m. Leave It To Beavers! Lynn Valley Ecology Centre

Presented by the Association for the Protection of Fur-Bearing Animals. Discover why our national animal is also an ecological superhero. Suggested donation $2 per person or $5 per family. Plan to arrive early as space is limited and on a first come basis.

http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

3-4 p.m. Kids Knit Lynn Valley Library

Do you want to learn how to knit? Do you want to practice your knitting with others? This is your chance! Bring your favourite grown-up knitting buddy and join us for a cozy afternoon of knitting. Some supplies will be provided. Adults are asked to please stay and participate with their children. Ages 6 +.  

March 21

10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Spring Break Family Dance Party, Lynn Valley Library

Come shake your sillies out and wiggle your waggles away at our family dance party. Half an hour of music, dancing and fun! No registration required.

March 26-28

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wildlife Week Mini Camp  — Buzz, Wriggle, and Crawl, Lynn Valley Ecology Centre

Creepy crawlies don’t need to be creepy! Watch worms and woodbugs, grow food for bees, and learn about the amazing superpowers of the tiny inhabitants of Lynn Canyon Park.For children ages 5 to 8. Cost: $68 Register at 604-990-3755

http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

March 22

10:30-11:30 a.m. Spring Break Baby Party, Lynn Valley Library

The library loves babies! Join us to sing along with songs and rhymes, visit our baby photo booth, and play fun games. This is a great chance to meet other families in the neighbourhood and get your baby their very first library card! Drop in. Recommended for ages 0-2

Shows at 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Coyote – A Trickster’s Tale, Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre.

Presented by the Ecology Centre Black Light Puppeteers. The boastful coyote pays a price when he takes on the raven king. Suggested donation $2 per person or $5 per family. Plan to arrive early as space is limited and on a first come basis.

http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

2-4 p.m. Spring Break Lego Drop In, Lynn Valley Library

Do you love Lego? We do! Join us for an afternoon of Lego building and creativity. No registration required. Recommended for ages 4-12.

March 23

1:30 p.m. B.C.’s Incredible Wildlife, Lynn Valley Ecology Centre

Presented by the Northwest Wildlife Preservation Society. Learn about beautiful BC’s unique habitats and incredible wildlife. Suggested donation $2 per person or $5 per family. Plan to arrive early as space is limited and on a first come basis.

http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

March 26

1 p.m. Birds of Prey, Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre

Presented by OWL Rescue. Learn about OWL’s work saving injured raptors and meet an owl and a hawk. Suggested donation $2 per person or $5 per family. Plan to arrive early as space is limited and on a first come basis. http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

March 27

10:30 a.m. Mason Bees, Lynn Valley Ecology Centre

Presented by Taren Urquhart. Attract friendly mason bees to your garden by making them a bee house. Suggested donation $2 per person or $5 per family. Plan to arrive early as space is limited and on a first come basis. http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

March 29

10-11 a.m. Spring Break Family Stories and Fun, Lynn Valley Library

A Spring Break session of Family Stories and Fun!  Children of all ages are invited to enjoy a Saturday morning of stories and fun at the library. There will be stories, rhymes and songs for the whole family. Drop in.

10:30 a.m. Bear Aware, Lynn Valley Ecology

Presented by the North Shore Black Bear Network. Learn how to stay safe and get along with our black bear neighbours. Suggested donation $2 per person or $5 per family. Plan to arrive early as space is limited and on a first come basis.

http://www.lynncanyonecologycentre.ca/Gen_public_children.html

2-4 p.m. Spring Break Lego Drop In, Lynn Valley Library

Do you love Lego? We do! Join us for an afternoon of Lego building and creativity. No registration required. Recommended for ages 4-12.

March 31

10-11 a.m. Spring Break Family Stories and Fun, Lynn Valley Library

Join us for a Spring Break session of Family Stories and Fun! Children of all ages are invited to enjoy a Saturday morning of stories and fun at the library. There will be stories, rhymes and songs for the whole family. Drop in.

As we head closer to B.C.’s newest holiday, Family Day LynnValleyLife has put together some great North Shore events.

Lynn Valley family fun

There are a number of Family Day events organised by North Van Rec. In Lynn Valley Karen Magnussen will be offering its family rate for skating on Monday, Feb.12 from noon-3:15 p.m. and public swim from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. That means each family member gets in for $2 each.

There are two days of activities at Lynn Valley Centre – Family Day and Valentine’s Day from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.  On Feb. 12 enjoy free family carnival games and crafts and Feb. 14 take part in games and take home a design from a glitter tattoo artist.

Quay to fun

Lonsdale Quay has a day of events On Feb. 12. It begins with the Lonsdale Artisan Farmer’s Market – complete with a petting zoo for the kids. There will also be some Valentine’s Card making and a puppet show. All the details of the Lonsdale Quay website.

Winter fun

All three of our ski hills are having special pricing, events or both. Highlights include family-friendly events at Grouse and 50% of ticket prices. Cypress has special kids pricing and some activities. Seymour is offering free skiing for kids with paying adults all weekend long.