Bake sale aids Venezuelan earthquake response Ashlee Argento and Marianne Kohler oversee the bake sale table on July 11. Photo by kc dyer. Local resident Ashlee Argento recently gathered together a tasty mountain of cookies, cupcakes, sour dough bread and other baking goodies donated by her neighbours, and set to work selling the lot. Her goal was to raise money to support Direct Relief, a non-governmental organization, in their efforts to mobilize medical aid following two d

Howe Sound Collective celebrates creating and exploring art Howe Sound Collective inaugural art show at Lions Bay Beach Park, Photo by kc dyer. The inaugural Howe Sound Collective art show was an inspiring, supportive evening and an absolute success according to artist and mentor Barb San Severino. "It was so amazing to celebrate our individual and collective art journeys together," she said. Last weekend, nine artists displayed their work of the past year against the stunnin

Lions Bay residents hold bake sale for Venezuelan relief Part of the Timbertop-Mountain baking collective (l to r): Ashlee Argento, Marianne Kohler, Ingrid Wray and Tyler James, along with Argento Apprentice bakers One & Two and former Coastal Canine Stevie. Photo: Ashlee Argento. After watching footage of the earthquake in Venezuela, Timbertop resident Ashlee Argento (Davidson) was first heartbroken, and then moved to take action. "Seeing communities come together in such d

Internationally acclaimed World Music pianist returns to Lions Bay Photo courtesy Gabriel Palatchi. Internationally acclaimed Argentine pianist, composer, and producer Gabriel Palatchi returns to Lions Bay this month with an intimate solo piano concert. Palatchi will be performing pieces from his latest album Piano Sin Fronteras / Piano Without Borders. This is his eighth album, and his first featuring solo piano. Palatchi says the album is meaningful to him, as it represents

A wedding, new arrivals, Grade Three grads and more by Ron McLaughlin Hello Lions Bay. It hasn’t been “Junuary” this year so the recent rainfall is welcome. Matt and Charity with Honey and Benito. On the afternoon of June 7th at Kelvin Grove Beach an intimate wedding took place that joined Matt and Charity. Both have been recruited from Lions Bay Fire Rescue (LBFR) and work at different departments within greater Vancouver. They live in Lions Bay and continue to volunteer

New initiative brings choir experience to Village residents Vocal coach Monique Creber. Photo courtesy creberproductions.com. Is it time to raise your voice? According to a recent survey, more than 50 Village residents are keen on taking part in a local choir, and the team at Lions Bay Arts (LBA) has a plan in place to make it happen. LBA treasurer Leslie Nolin says that when her team took the temperature of the community back in 2025, the most interest was directed at food a

Wednesday's Lions Bay School concert event open to all It's time to celebrate spring with the students of Lions Bay School. Everyone is invited to attend the free Spring Concert on Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30 p.m. Vice Principal Jennifer Ohlhauser says the program includes songs the students have learned over the past month, which will each be performed "with actions and energy." Students from kindergarten through Grade Three will be showcasing their vocal skills, along with a

Rockridge students brings Little Shop of Horrors to life Little Shop of Horrors cast and crew pose on the set at the Kay Meek Theatre in West Vancouver. Photo by Elona Campbell. What happens when a people-eating plant tries to take over the world? The students at Rockridge Secondary School have the answer. This year's production of 'Little Shop of Horrors' has just successfully capped a run of performances at Kay Meek Theatre in West Vancouver. Drama teacher and director Lind

Popular event returns to Lions Bay Since it began in 2022, the Bird Friendly Lions Bay event for World Migratory Bird Day has grown into a Nature Celebration that not only marks the return of our songbirds but also showcases our amazing natural heritage and local environmental initiatives. Community groups will again share knowledge and news about local projects on Saturday May 9 at the Village Hall in a social setting that includes refreshments, a BBQ, several kids’ activiti

Organizers hoping many hands will make light work photo by kc dyer Val Morton wants your help making the Village entrance (even more) beautiful. She and Hana Boye are hoping to corral a large group of volunteers on Sunday, April 19 to remove all the ivy around the Lions Bay sign beside the steps leading to the underpass along Lions Bay Avenue. "It's important that the native plants that will be used in the entrance garden are planted relatively soon so they can take full adva

Add a little fire to your celebrations All this rain guarantees March 17 will be a green one this year, at least. As the day falls on a Tuesday this year, most of the green beer was consumed last weekend, but for those still looking to celebrate the saint who allegedly drove the snakes out of Ireland, Greta Bar (50 West Cordova) in Vancouver is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Party. On the North Shore, Seymour's Pub at 720 Old Lillooet Road in North Vancouver is celebrating the

Community resources now available to Lions Bay residents North Shore Community Resources (NSCR) has been helping families on the North Shore since 1976, and for the first time, they are bringing their services to Lions Bay. On February 7, the organization is inviting local parents to bring their kids to the Village Hall for a morning of activities and light snacks, as well as a chance for parents to learn more about the resources available to them. NSCR has offices in both N

Creative Writing sessions are back in Lions Bay! Whether it's an essay for school or your first novel, every writer wants to produce clear, evocative, readable writing. The Lions Bay Arts Council is once again sponsoring a six-week creative writing group beginning February 2. All ages (over 14 years) welcome. Here's a chance for you to meet up with other local writers, practice your craft and pick up a few tips and tricks from writer and ( Watershed publisher) kc dyer, who re

Fun ideas for (rare) sunny days, and long, dark nights While the recent bright sunny skies haven't boded well for the white stuff on local ski hills, as evidenced by the Grouse Mountain Snow Report from this past weekend. (below), skiers and boarders need not despair. Runs are still open on all the local hills, with Cypress reporting spring skiing conditions and five of six lifts open, Mount Seymour having all lifts running (though some runs are not currently open) and all

Valeriote addresses wide range of topics during Village visit Residents gather for a conversation with MLA Jeremy Valeriote, January 8, 2026. Photo by kc dyer. Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Jeremy Valeriote dropped by the Village Hall on Thursday evening to chat with local residents. The turnout was moderate with about 20 residents present, but engagement high as the cross-section of residents, councillors and even future voters turned out to hear what the MLA had

Local light displays add a little twinkle to grey skies The stormy season has well and truly set in on the Wet West Coast, but grey skies don't have to dampen your holiday spirit. Festive displays of light abound on the North Shore and up the Sea to Sky. Bundle up and enjoy! For the first time (officially) this year, Britannia Beach is lighting up the night. Both Britannia Village and the Britannia Mining Museum have festive displays for all to enjoy, plus lots of opportuni

Share your thoughts at January drop-in Lions Bay residents are invited to a New Year's meet-up with West Van-Sea to Sky MLA Jeremy Valeriote at the Village Hall in January. Valeriote will visit Lions Bay on Thursday, January 8 for a drop-in event from 5 to 7 p.m. No registration is required for this event, which is being presented as an informal chat with his constituents. Elected in 2024 as one of two Green Party member in the current BC legislature, the Greens have a memor

Village Christmas Craft Fair Today Today's the day! Lions Bay Arts annual Christmas Craft Fair is on from 11—3 at the Village Hall. Come out and support local artists, get your gift shopping done and order a Christmas tree in support of the Curly Stewart Scholarship Fund. The Watershed will be there, so come say hello! Lions Bay Christmas Craft Fair Broughton Hall 400 Centre Road, Lions Bay, BC November 22, 11 a.m. — 3 p.m.

Cash and carry at Christmas Craft Fair A long-established tradition continues this weekend with the return of the Lions Bay Christmas Craft Fair on November 22 at the Village Hall. Sponsored by Lions Bay Arts (LBA) Council, this is the 12th Christmas Fair, which every year marks the beginning of the gift giving season in the community. Attendees can expect "a warm welcome, a sweet treat, local musicians playing favourite Christmas tunes, and an array of local artisans ready t

Tree Sales benefitting Curly Stewart Scholarship almost sold out November 21 Update: Last chance to order. Scan the QR code on the poster above, or speak to committee member Neville Abbott at the Lions Bay Christmas Fair on November 22. Evening Update from committee member Neville Abbott: Noble Fir Premium – Sold Out Noble Fir Classic – Limited Availability Douglas Fir – Sold Out Please order Christmas trees today or tomorrow. Our supplier is almost sold out of stock – don’t