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Watch artists at work host of other activities at Ambleside Park. Proceeds go toward classroom salmon-raising projects, creek enhancement, education, local hatcheries, and other initiatives dedicated to bringing the salmon back to our local waters. 17th A n n u a l Vancouver Farm Fair Farm, North Bailey of the Recreation Commission has had only one mild complaint-- from someone who thought a concert was too loud. By and large, the public response to the events is wildly enthusiastic. Although the North Shore municipalities contribute funding and staff support, these wonderful events would never Maureen Curtis is a North Shore based freelance writer. happen without the considerable efforts of volunteers and contributions of the local business communities. September / 7, Mapkwood Get back to the land at this favourite country-themed event.The animals, crafts, and yee-haw music regularly attract over 2,000 people each year to the farm. Bring a picnic or sample the food available. It's a great way to round out your summer. In her ten years of coordinating North Vancouver's events, Janice NORTH VANCOUVER FREE OUTDOOR in CELEBRATES CONCERTS the MUSIC! 7-9PM IN FRIDAYS - c o n c e r t s Foot of Gallant Avenue, Deep Cove July 7 - R & B Conspiracy (Rhythm & Blues with an edge) J u l y 14 - M i k e Henry and the B i g D a w g B a n d (Rhythm & Blues) J u l y 21 - O l u m (Mediterranean Music) July 28 - Marlin Ramazzini (Salsa/Merangue) August 4 - Bluesberries (Lively Blues) A u g u s t 11 - M i c h a e l W e t e r i n g (World Music) A u g u s t 1 8 - B l a c k t h o r n (Celtic Music) August 25 - Crawfish Fiesta (Cajun Music) Co-sponsored by Deep Cove/Seymour Area Businesses and Service Organizations Panorama Park COVE evenings i n C ß d g e m o n t \H L Y N N i# VALLEY lot Edgemont Village Edgemont Ave & Highland Blvd July 7 - Sugar Mountain Way (Country) July 14 - Michael Wetering (World Music) J u l y 21 - S u m m e r P o p s (Youth Orchestra) July 28 - Sweet Papa L o w d o w n (Ragtime-Dixie-Hokum Jazz) Aug 4 - Gypsalero Swing) A u g 11 - M a d d P u d d i n g (Celtic) Aug 18 - Crawfish Fiesta (Cajun) Co-sponsored by the Edgemont Village Business & Professional Association (Latin/Jive/ Lynn Valley Shopping Centre N. corner of parking (Lively Swing) July 7 - Jazzmanian Devils J u l y 1 4 - A u n t i e K a t e (Rhythm and Blues) J u l y 21 - B l a c k t h o r n (Celtic) July 28 - Sugar Mountain W a y (Country) A u g 4 - M o t h e r of P e a r l (Jazz) A u g 11 - T i l l e r ' s F o l l y (Westcoast Celtic) Co-sponsored by Lynn Valley Businesses, the Lions Club & the Lynn Valley Shopping Centre Information: Park Events Line 990-3841 Concerts may be cancelled in the event of rain. FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT P r e s e n t e d b y C i t y a n d D i s t r i c t of N o r t h V a n c o u v e r O r c h e s t r a t e d by N o r t h V a n c o u v e r R e c r e a t i o n C o m m i s s i o n