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2 events,
In The Gallery: The Witness Blanket
In The Gallery: The Witness Blanket
Inspired by a woven blanket, the Witness Blanket is a large-scale work of art. It contains hundreds of items reclaimed from residential schools, churches, government buildings, and traditional and cultural structures from across the country. Each piece of the Blanket tells us about a specific experience from more than 130 residential schools that operated across […]
Mason Bee Cocoon Washing Demonstration
Mason Bee Cocoon Washing Demonstration
Have you ever wondered how to safely and effectively wash mason bee cocoons to ready your hibernating bees for the coming Spring? Join the library's resident mason bee expert, Taren Urquhart, for a 30-minute lecture followed by a cocoon washing party. Participants are welcome to bring their own full mason bee houses, and we will […]
4 events,
Audio Recording with Reaper
Audio Recording with Reaper
Reaper is a powerful and affordable audio production software used in our Recording Studio and can be used at home. Learn how to navigate your recording project and explore Reaper's potential through editing pre-recorded audio tracks. You will learn the fundamentals of Reaper's built-in audio effects, as well as mixing and exporting your audio projects. […]
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our small group learning sessions. Bring along your device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and work with one of our talented staff members and each other to get to know more about what you and your device can do! We will focus on how your device works, […]
Code a Website: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Code a Website: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Learn the skills you need to create websites in this introductory series. You’ll learn the difference between HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and be given tasks for hands-on practice. Please note: this is a three-part series. Learners must attend all sessions. By registering for part 1, you are registering for the whole series. What you’ll need: […]
2 events,
Current Affairs in French!
Current Affairs in French!
Join us for a discussion group on current affairs in French. Discussion topics are planned and given to the participants before the session. The issues are created for participants with an intermediate or advanced level of French. To engage fully with the materials, participants should be able to read, listen, and understand French independently. Participants […]
5 events,
Computer Essentials I: The Mouse, the Keyboard, and Windows
Computer Essentials I: The Mouse, the Keyboard, and Windows
This is a gentle, introductory class on using a mouse and keyboard, opening and closing a program, and getting started using the Windows operating system. No previous computer experience is required. After this class, you will be able to: Recognize different types of computers (desktop, all-in-one, laptop, mobile device) Identify the main parts of a […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
3 events,
Bonjour!
Bonjour!
Bonjour is a drop-in French conversation group created to help French speakers in West Vancouver practise their everyday French conversation skills with fellow language enthusiasts. You will work in pairs and small groups (divided by levels) to discuss a weekly topic. Additionally, French books and articles will be provided to help with your comprehension and […]
Digitization Drop-In
Digitization Drop-In
Gather your analog slides, photos, and films, and turn them into digital versions during our drop-in sessions. Bring a digital storage device like an SD card, USB stick, or external hard drive, or plan to store your files in the cloud. A notebook may be handy, too. While Community Computer Centre staff will be available […]
3 events,
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our small group learning sessions. Bring along your device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and work with one of our talented staff members and each other to get to know more about what you and your device can do! We will focus on how your device works, […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
3 events,
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We will […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
2 events,
In The Gallery: The Witness Blanket
Python: Getting Started
Python: Getting Started
Curious about coding? We’ll get you started with this gentle, hands-on introduction. In this class, you’ll work on projects, including how to make a password generator. Monday 2:30-4 p.m., February 5 Monday 2:30-4 p.m., February 12 Please note: this is a two-part series. Learners must attend all sessions. By registering for part 1, you are […]
3 events,
Excel: Getting Started
Excel: Getting Started
Learn the basics of Excel—including a tour of the ribbons, what the different cursors mean, and how to create a simple budget from scratch. You can register for each one of these February Excel Essentials Programs: Charts - Tuesday, February 13 Formulas - Tuesday, February 20 Pivot Tables -Tuesday, February 27
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We will […]
4 events,
Tech Talk: Stop-Motion Animation with Jesse Gouchey
Tech Talk: Stop-Motion Animation with Jesse Gouchey
Did you know you can make stop-motion animations with spray paint? Join accomplished Cree Métis artist Jesse Gouchey for an exploration of the challenges and joys of this meticulous craft and a special screening of two of his short films, Spirit of the Bluebird and Johnny Crow. Content warning: these two films depict racial injustice […]
Podcasting 101: Getting Your Podcast Out There
Podcasting 101: Getting Your Podcast Out There
Do you have a great podcast idea? Are you unsure how to turn this idea into a reality? This informational session will outline all you need to know about the business of podcasting, from the different software and resources available, to developing your distinctive podcast style, to marketing and distribution. This is part one of […]
Current Affairs in French!
Current Affairs in French!
Join us for a discussion group on current affairs in French. Discussion topics are planned and given to the participants before the session. The issues are created for participants with an intermediate or advanced level of French. To engage fully with the materials, participants should be able to read, listen, and understand French independently. Participants […]
5 events,
Tech Talk with Witness Blanket Artist Carey Newman
Tech Talk with Witness Blanket Artist Carey Newman
Join Carey Newman for an unmissable evening on what drives his artistic process, including a new initiative to collect sound artifacts. He will also explore how technology can be fused into creating art and new media. The evening will begin with a Traditional Welcome offered by Chepx̱imiya Siyam’ Chief Janice George of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw […]
Computer Essentials II: Files, Folders, and Storage
Computer Essentials II: Files, Folders, and Storage
Learn the basics of file management in Windows. This class will take you through creating, moving, and copying files, creating and managing folders, and transferring files to USB drives. Basic computer experience, or completion of our Computer Essentials I class, is required. After this class, you will be able to: Identify the different drives on […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
3 events,
Bonjour!
Bonjour!
Bonjour is a drop-in French conversation group created to help French speakers in West Vancouver practise their everyday French conversation skills with fellow language enthusiasts. You will work in pairs and small groups (divided by levels) to discuss a weekly topic. Additionally, French books and articles will be provided to help with your comprehension and […]
Digitization Drop-In
Digitization Drop-In
Gather your analog slides, photos, and films, and turn them into digital versions during our drop-in sessions. Bring a digital storage device like an SD card, USB stick, or external hard drive, or plan to store your files in the cloud. A notebook may be handy, too. While Community Computer Centre staff will be available […]
5 events,
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our small group learning sessions. Bring along your device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and work with one of our talented staff members and each other to get to know more about what you and your device can do! We will focus on how your device works, […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
Movie Matinée: Brother
Movie Matinée: Brother
Propelled by the pulsing beats of Toronto's early hip-hop scene, Brother is the story of Francis and Michael, sons of Caribbean immigrants maturing into young men. Exploring themes of masculinity, identity, and family, a mystery unfolds during the sweltering summer of 1991, and escalating tensions set off a series of events that change the course […]
3 events,
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We will […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
2 events,
In The Gallery: The Witness Blanket
Python: Getting Started
Python: Getting Started
Curious about coding? We’ll get you started with this gentle, hands-on introduction. In this class, you’ll work on projects, including how to make a password generator. Monday 2:30-4 p.m., February 5 Monday 2:30-4 p.m., February 12 Please note: this is a two-part series. Learners must attend all sessions. By registering for part 1, you are […]
5 events,
Excel: Charts
Excel: Charts
In this Excel Essentials class, you will learn how to create simple and complex formulas, work with relative and absolute values, and more. February Excel Essentials Programs Getting Started - Tuesday, February 6 Formulas - Tuesday, February 20 Pivot Tables - Tuesday, February 27
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We will […]
Forgotten Things: The Story of the Seymour Valley Archaeology Project
Forgotten Things: The Story of the Seymour Valley Archaeology Project
In celebration of Heritage Week later this month, Bob Muckle, author of Forgotten Things: The Story of the Seymour Valley Archaeology Project and Capilano University instructor, will talk about uncovering early twentieth-century Japanese logging camps in the Seymour Valley on the North Shore. Following this talk, the District of West Vancouver Archivist Reto Tschan will […]
3 events,
Podcasting 101: Editing Your First Segment in Audacity
Podcasting 101: Editing Your First Segment in Audacity
In this hands-on workshop, you will be guided through producing a 30-second podcast introduction in Audacity software. You will learn to edit and mix audio, import podcast music, and export your finished product. Learn about Audacity’s fantastic tools to help you craft a slick podcast production ready for the world to hear! This is a […]
Current Affairs in French!
Current Affairs in French!
Join us for a discussion group on current affairs in French. Discussion topics are planned and given to the participants before the session. The issues are created for participants with an intermediate or advanced level of French. To engage fully with the materials, participants should be able to read, listen, and understand French independently. Participants […]
6 events,
Computer Essentials III: Browsing and Searching the Internet
Computer Essentials III: Browsing and Searching the Internet
In this class, you’ll learn how to use a web browser program, search for websites, and use Google Maps. Basic computer experience, or completion of our Computer Essentials I class, is required. After this class, you will be able to: Identify an Internet Service Provider and ways to connect to the Internet Recognize commonly used […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
1 event,
3 events,
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
Movie Matinée – Picking Up the Pieces: The Making of the Witness Blanket
Movie Matinée – Picking Up the Pieces: The Making of the Witness Blanket
Inspired to know more about his father's time at residential school, artist Carey Newman created the Witness Blanket - a national monument that commemorates the experiences of residential school survivors. The Blanket is constructed from hundreds of everyday items collected from residential schools, churches, government buildings and cultural structures across Canada. Each object has a […]
1 event,
1 event,
In The Gallery: The Witness Blanket
4 events,
Music Talks: History of the Symphony with Kevin Zakresky
Music Talks: History of the Symphony with Kevin Zakresky
Since evolving from the 17th Century Italian opera overture, the symphony has embraced almost every trend found in Western music. During this five-part series, Kevin Zakresky will present selections from the most superb symphonies and composers of the past 300 years. January 16 - Baroque Beginnings January 23 - Classical Forms January 30 - POSTPONED […]
Excel: Formulas
Excel: Formulas
In this Excel Essentials class, you will learn how to create simple and complex formulas, work with relative and absolute values, and more. February Excel Essentials Programs: Getting Started - Tuesday, February 6 Charts - Tuesday, February 13 Pivot Tables - Tuesday, February 27
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We will […]
7 events,
Intro to Ableton Live
Intro to Ableton Live
Calling all aspiring beatmakers! Ableton Live is an expansive music production software that WVML's Recording Studio offers. This 90-minute hands-on workshop will give you a solid foundation for recording, editing, and using MIDI instruments and audio effects. This valuable workshop is limited to six participants, please only register if you intend to come.
Current Affairs in French!
Current Affairs in French!
Join us for a discussion group on current affairs in French. Discussion topics are planned and given to the participants before the session. The issues are created for participants with an intermediate or advanced level of French. To engage fully with the materials, participants should be able to read, listen, and understand French independently. Participants […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an appointment, and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. Book an appointment by calling the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 […]
6 events,
Getting Started with Google Maps
Getting Started with Google Maps
Are you feeling directionless? Join us and learn how to use Google Maps to find places online, get directions and plan multi-stop routes that you can share with friends and family.
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
5 events,
In the Gallery: Bald Eagles of West Vancouver
In the Gallery: Bald Eagles of West Vancouver
Bald Eagles are one of the most easily recognizable raptors seen along the West Coast. Their distinctive white heads and tails, powerful beaks, and sharp talons make them easily recognizable and a favorite subject for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. Our community is home to 14 nesting pairs, with three being located within Lighthouse Park. It […]
An Evening with Helen Knott and Katłįà hosted by Michelle Cyca
An Evening with Helen Knott and Katłįà hosted by Michelle Cyca
Join award-winning authors Helen Knott and Katłįà as they discuss their latest books, Becoming a Matriarch and Firekeeper, with acclaimed journalist Michelle Cyca. The evening will begin with a Traditional Welcome offered by Chepx̱imiya Siyam’ Chief Janice George of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). For this in-person event: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Registration is […]
Bonjour!
Bonjour!
Bonjour is a drop-in French conversation group created to help French speakers in West Vancouver practise their everyday French conversation skills with fellow language enthusiasts. You will work in pairs and small groups (divided by levels) to discuss a weekly topic. Additionally, French books and articles will be provided to help with your comprehension and […]
Digitization Drop-In
Digitization Drop-In
Gather your analog slides, photos, and films, and turn them into digital versions during our drop-in sessions. Bring a digital storage device like an SD card, USB stick, or external hard drive, or plan to store your files in the cloud. A notebook may be handy, too. While Community Computer Centre staff will be available […]
6 events,
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our small group learning sessions. Bring along your device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and work with one of our talented staff members and each other to get to know more about what you and your device can do! We will focus on how your device works, […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
Movie Matinée: The Quiet Girl (An Cailín Ciúin)
Movie Matinée: The Quiet Girl (An Cailín Ciúin)
Rural Ireland 1981. A quiet, neglected girl is sent away from her dysfunctional family to live with foster parents for the summer. She blossoms in their care, but in this house where there are meant to be no secrets, she discovers one. In Irish with forced English subtitles. This movie is rated PG. Watch the […]
4 events,
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We will […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
4 events,
In The Gallery: The Witness Blanket
In the Gallery: Bald Eagles of West Vancouver
Library Bound Tea Social
Library Bound Tea Social
Are you unable to get to the Library by yourself? Are you looking for a fun outing? Hop onto our shuttle bus and join us on the fourth Monday of the month for a Tea Social at the Library! You'll connect with new friends, participate in fun activities, enjoy snacks and refreshments, and more. Transportation […]
4 events,
Excel: Pivot Tables
Excel: Pivot Tables
Learn how to summarize, analyze, explore, and present your data using pivot tables in Excel. February Excel Essentials Programs Getting Started - Tuesday, February 6 Charts - Tuesday, February 13 Formulas - Tuesday, February 20
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We will […]
4 events,
Death, Taxes, and Beyond–CANCELLED
Death, Taxes, and Beyond–CANCELLED
Preparing your financial affairs for your loved ones can be an overwhelming process. At this session, Sheilagh Cahill, Financial Educator with the Credit Counselling Society, will walk you through the basics of wills, taxes, and insurance and give relevant resources for dealing with taxes, insurance, and estate planning. She is unable to assist with individual […]
Current Affairs in French!
Current Affairs in French!
Join us for a discussion group on current affairs in French. Discussion topics are planned and given to the participants before the session. The issues are created for participants with an intermediate or advanced level of French. To engage fully with the materials, participants should be able to read, listen, and understand French independently. Participants […]
5 events,
Getting Started with Apple Maps
Getting Started with Apple Maps
Are you feeling directionless? Join us and learn how to use Apple Maps to find places online, get directions and plan multi-stop routes that you can share with friends and family.
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an 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, […]
4 events,
Bonjour!
Bonjour!
Bonjour is a drop-in French conversation group created to help French speakers in West Vancouver practise their everyday French conversation skills with fellow language enthusiasts. You will work in pairs and small groups (divided by levels) to discuss a weekly topic. Additionally, French books and articles will be provided to help with your comprehension and […]
Digitization Drop-In
Digitization Drop-In
Gather your analog slides, photos, and films, and turn them into digital versions during our drop-in sessions. Bring a digital storage device like an SD card, USB stick, or external hard drive, or plan to store your files in the cloud. A notebook may be handy, too. While Community Computer Centre staff will be available […]
4 events,
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our small group learning sessions. Bring along your device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and work with one of our talented staff members and each other to get to know more about what you and your device can do! We will focus on how your device works, […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an appointment, and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. Book an appointment by calling the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 […]
4 events,
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We will […]
Device Clinic
Device Clinic
Do 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 an appointment, and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. Book an appointment by calling the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 […]