Babytime: Walkers | Ages 12 – 23 Months
StoryhouseA program for 12 – 23 month-old babies on the move! Designed for wiggly, crawling, and walking little ones, this program is full of songs, bounces, action rhymes, and very short stories to build language skills. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Covid-19 Safety Measures This indoor program will be limited to […]
Babytime: Pre-Walkers | Ages Birth -12 Months
StoryhouseBabies have incredible brains and it’s never too early to start immersing your little one in language. A program for our youngest library lovers (0 – 12 months old), Babytime is full of songs, rhymes, and fingerplays that you can easily incorporate into your baby’s daily routine. Attending is also a great way to connect […]
Device Clinics
The LabDo you want to learn how to use your iPad, Android, or other mobile device? We are here to give you individualized help! Sign-up for a 30-minute appointment and we will help you in person at the library, through Zoom, or over the phone. To book an appointment call the Community Computing Center at 604-925-7405 or […]
Revenge of the Fifth! Build Your Own Star Wars Game | Ages 8 – 12 [VIRTUAL]
VirtualIn this program, you will use Code.org to build a game featuring Star Wars characters. No previous coding experience is required. Kids are expected to spend about 20 minutes learning before the program. Caregivers are encouraged to participate in the pre-program activities and stay and play during the virtual program – especially with younger learners. What […]
First Thursdays Art Walk: Live Painting with Jane Appleby
West Vancouver Memorial LibraryDiscover where you live through art! From May through August, the West Vancouver Community Arts Council presents First Thursdays Art Walks on the first Thursday of the month to celebrate visual art and local artists. Explore the Ambleside and Dundarave neighbourhoods by taking a self-guided tour of our local galleries and public art. On May […]
FireSmart Workshop
Welsh HallThe District of West Vancouver is a FireSmart Community. This program provides residents with guidance on how to significantly reduce fire hazards in their neighbourhood. The first step to becoming FireSmart is to educate yourself, your family, and your community. As we approach the coming wildfire season, find out what you need to know to […]
Family Storytime | All Ages
StoryhouseFamily Storytime provides an opportunity for families to hear stories, sing songs, and learn new fingerplays and rhymes. Whenever possible, librarians will let you know how to modify an activity for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. For this in-person program: Masks are recommended. Anyone who wishes to […]
English Conversation Online [VIRTUAL]
VirtualPractise your English at home! Join our English language facilitators and other English language learners for a conversation using Zoom. Register here to join Friday, May 6, 13, 20, and 27. We will send you an invitation prior to the Zoom meeting. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam; or your smartphone/tablet. […]
Paws 4 Stories | Ages 6 – 12
StoryhousePractise your reading skills by signing up for an appointment to read with Misty, a certified Paws 4 Stories therapy dog! Research shows that reading to a dog is tremendously motivational for kids, and provides a calming, relaxed environment for children who may feel hesitant or anxious about reading. Paws 4 Stories runs Fridays from […]
Family Storytime | All Ages
StoryhouseFamily Storytime provides an opportunity for families to hear stories, sing songs, and learn new fingerplays and rhymes. Whenever possible, librarians will let you know how to modify an activity for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Covid-19 Safety Measures This indoor program will be limited to 12 […]
Family Digital Literacy: Stories and Play | Ages 4 – 8
The LabIn this program, we will introduce digital literacy and computational thinking skills through stories and play. We’ll read a story together, do a skill-building activity, and spend some time playing with technology with a focus on screen-free tools. Every Family Digital Literacy program is different! Sign up separately for each one you want to attend. […]
English Conversation Online [VIRTUAL]
VirtualPractise your English at home! Join our English language facilitators and other language learners for a conversation using Zoom. Register here to join Monday, May 2, 9, 16, and 30. We will send you an invitation prior to the Zoom meeting. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam; or your smartphone/tablet. An email […]