Events Calendar

Now that you have mastered the basics of Docs, it’s time to get fancy! Move on to more advanced skills. Learn how to: work with preformatted templates insert images, tables, page numbers, headers, footers, and more convert documents to other formats To succeed in this session, you should already have a Google account and be […]

In this community-led program, registered counsellor Leila Milani-Hosseini will facilitate a healing space to provide emotional support and self-regulation tools to help community members cope with the current social and political situation in Iran. This program will be held in Farsi. Leila Milani-Hossini is an Iranian immigrant woman working as a clinical counsellor at Family […]

Join us for a half hour of high-action rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and short stories designed to keep your toddler engaged and happy while building important pre-reading skills and learning that books are fun! Drop-in, but space is limited. For larger groups please contact lnielsen@westvanlibrary.ca to make sure we can accommodate your group. Children must be […]

Learn how to summarize, analyze, explore, and present your data using pivot tables in Excel. November Excel Essentials Programs Getting Started – Tuesday, November 1 Charts – Tuesday, November 8 Formulas – Tuesday, November 22 For this in-person program: Masks are recommended. Anyone who wishes to continue wearing a mask may choose to do so […]

Gain a deeper understanding of the music you love through insightful lectures by entertaining and knowledgeable speakers, stimulating discussions, and great on-screen performances. Violinists have been central to the development of jazz, creating some of its most exciting and innovative music. Yet, violinists have often been perceived as outsiders in jazz. Musician and educator J. […]

Practise your English at home! Join our English language facilitators and other English language learners for a conversation using Zoom. Register here to join us on Tuesday, November 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29. We will send you a Zoom link prior to each session. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam; or […]

Join us in The Lab for a hands-on introduction to Audacity, an audio editing and recording software. We will show you the basics of using Audacity to edit speech recordings for projects such as oral histories and podcasts. We'll get you started importing audio tracks into Audacity and editing audio files. This program is part […]

Create a beautiful snowflake using code! No previous coding experience required. Kids are expected to spend about 20 minutes learning before the program. You will receive an email with instructions and activities 24 hours before the class. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam for Zoom. Parents and caregivers can find information […]

Let's Talk! is a weekly evening drop-in discussion group for English Language learners interested in improving their listening and speaking skills. This group is recommended for those with intermediate-level English, but we are happy to welcome anyone who wants to practise their English. This is a drop-in event however, numbers are limited to the first […]

With the WVML website, you can explore the Library while at home or on the go! From our digital resources to our events calendar to our searchable online catalogue, learn how to make the most of our WVML website. For this in-person program: Masks are recommended. Anyone who wishes to continue wearing a mask may […]

A program for 12 – 23 month-old babies on the move! Designed for wiggling, crawling, and walking little ones, this program is full of songs, bounces, action rhymes, and very short stories to build language skills. Drop-in, but space is limited. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Covid-19 Safety Measures for this […]

Babies 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 […]

Stories aren't just for kids. Would you or someone you know like to connect to a Library storytelling program by telephone? Join us for the next series of Dial-a-Story and listen to talented local actors read stories and poems from classic and contemporary authors. After the reading, connect with other listeners to discuss the stories. […]

Specdrum musical rings allow you to create sounds by tapping different surfaces. In this program, participants will learn the basics of the Specdrum rings and app, then they will experiment and make their own music. For this kids' program, only registered participants will join us in the Lab. Caregivers of children younger than 10 years old […]

Are you new to your iPhone or iPad and can't wait to get started? Have you had your device for a while but aren't using all the features or apps the way you want to? Are there things you want to do with your device but don't know how? Connect with Confidence are small-group social […]

Join us for a Storytime full of books, rhymes, felt stories, and puppets for 3 – 5 year olds. Children who have positive, fun experiences with language and books when they are young have an advantage when starting school. Research shows that five simple activities can help your child get ready to read and we […]

English Corner is an enjoyable way for intermediate-level speakers to practise English conversation skills. Registration is not required for this event. Participants are asked to arrive on time. Those wishing to take advantage of our hearing assistance technology should arrive 15 minutes early. Facilitated by the Baha’i Community of West Vancouver in partnership with the […]

Children experience the joy of making music through song, games, dance, and instruments through Orff-Kodaly classes. This is a sampler class for young children to develop very basic music skills that may serve them in future music classes. Supported by a generous bequest from the estate of Robert Leslie Welsh, through the West Vancouver Memorial […]

Drop in to meet in person to practice everyday French dialogue. You will learn comprehension and reading skills with French books. We will work in pairs and small groups (divided by levels) to discuss a weekly topic. All French levels are welcome. *Note: there will not be a session on Friday, September 30. Our hosts […]

Get an overview of how to use the Library’s digitization equipment to convert photos, films, and cassette tapes from analog to digital formats. No specific digitization experience needed, but learners should have an intermediate computer knowledge to manage files and formats. Then, apply your new skills at our Digitization Drop-In sessions, where you can work […]

Practise your reading skills by signing up for an appointment to read with Misty, a certified St. John Ambulance 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, November […]

Buzz Brass offers a holiday concert embodying festive seasonal magic with a touch of humour. Hear such classics as Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, Sleigh Ride, and Silent Night. This is a concert for the entire family to enjoy! Watch Buzz Brass perform a noël medley here. Musicians: Sylvain Lapointe (founder/trumpet), Frederic Gagnon (trumpet), Pascal Lafreniere (horn), […]

Are you new to your Samsung, Google, OnePlus, LG, or Motorola phone or tablet? All of these brands use the Android operating system and work in similar ways. Have you had your device for a while but aren't using all the features or apps? Are there things you want to do with your device but […]

A chance 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. Drop-in, but space is limited. For larger groups, please contact lnielsen@westvanlibrary.ca to make sure we can accommodate your group. Children must be accompanied […]

Kung Jaadee (Roberta Kennedy) is a professional storyteller, educator, and published author belonging to the X̱aayda (Haida),  xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) First Nations. In her lively storytelling performances, she shares her telling of a few famous Haida legends about Raven (Yaahl), the creator of the world, including Raven’s Feast, which has also been published […]

Children and parents/caregivers will work together on building basic computational thinking skills—without computers! We'll use a variety of games and activities to make guesses, see patterns, and solve problems.  All children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver. Register one name for each family.  For this in-person program: Masks are recommended. Anyone who wishes to continue […]