Events Calendar

Join us on Instagram Live for Storytime with our Youth librarians! No registration is required—anyone can tune in using the Instagram app on their smartphone or tablet. Just search for the westvanlibrary profile on Instagram and click on our profile picture (the Library logo). Note that you must use the Instagram app on your smartphone or tablet […]

This series is made possible thanks to a generous bequest in support of music at the Library from the estate of Robert Leslie Welsh, through the West Vancouver Memorial Library Foundation. Gain a deeper understanding of the music you love through insightful lectures by entertaining and knowledgeable speakers, stimulating discussions and some great on-screen performances. […]

If you have no previous knowledge of Mandarin, and would like to learn a few essential phrases for socializing and travel, this 6-week course is for you! We’ll cover basic PinYin phonetics. For this virtual program, we’ll be using Zoom. We will use the “waiting room” feature on Zoom to let participants into the program […]

Sign up for a 30-minute appointment via Zoom or over the phone to receive individualized help using iPads, Androids, and other mobile devices.

Learn how you can access classical, jazz, and world music online with your Library card! For this virtual program, we’ll be using Zoom. We will email you the Zoom link 24 hours in advance of the program. What you’ll need: A computer with speakers (or headphones) or your smartphone or tablet and a WVML card or […]

Practice your reading skills and play literacy games from home in this 25-minute program! Kids meet virtually with teen volunteers stationed and socially distanced at the library on Zoom. Kids must be school-aged and able to read some English on their own in order to register for the program. This program is part of a […]

Encryption. What is it and why do we need it? You’ll learn simple techniques for breaking (or creating) secret messages. Kids are expected to spend about 20 minutes learning before the program. You will receive and email with instructions and activities 24 hours before the class. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and […]

Practice your reading skills and play literacy games from home in this 25-minute program! Kids meet virtually with teen volunteers stationed and socially distanced at the library on Zoom. Kids must be school-aged and able to read some English on their own in order to register for the program. This program is part of a […]

Gain a deeper understanding of the music you love through insightful lectures by entertaining and knowledgeable speakers, stimulating discussions, and some great on-screen performances. This series is made possible thanks to a generous bequest in support of music at the Library from the estate of Robert Leslie Welsh, through the West Vancouver Memorial Library Foundation. […]

Join us on Instagram Live for Storytime with our Youth librarians! No registration is required—anyone can tune in using the Instagram app on their smartphone or tablet. Just search for the westvanlibrary profile on Instagram and click on our profile picture (the Library logo). Note that you must use the Instagram app on your smartphone or tablet […]

At WVML, we have a selection of events, resources, and materials for English language learners. Practise your English at home! Join our English language facilitators and other language learners for a conversation using Zoom. Register here to join the Wednesday sessions on February 3, 10, 17, and 24. We will send you an invitation prior […]

Put on your chef’s hat and join our monthly Cookbook Club! This is your chance to test out different cookbooks, share your favorite recipes and cooking adventures, and make new friends along the way! How to participate: Register using the form below. Select a cookbook of your choice from our vast collection (online or print). […]

Design your own flag and learn to code it using Python. We will be using trinket.io in this class Expect to spend about 20 minutes learning before the program. You will receive and email with instructions and activities 24 hours before the class. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam for […]

Located in Vancouver’s Chinatown, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden was the first full Chinese garden ever built outside of China. Learn about the essential elements of a classical Chinese garden on a “walk” through the halls, courtyards and corridors of this elegant Ming Dynasty-style garden. Presented by Master Gardeners Hayne Wai and Bob Wilmot. Hayne is […]

Library Board meetings are open to the public to attend as spectators. Meetings are usually held on the third Wednesday of every month. For this virtual meeting, we’ll be using Zoom. As a spectator, your camera and microphone will be turned off. If you have questions about the meeting, you may send them to lbreen@westvanlibrary.ca. What you’ll […]

Join us on Instagram Live for Storytime with our Youth librarians! No registration is required—anyone can tune in using the Instagram app on their smartphone or tablet. Just search for the westvanlibrary profile on Instagram and click on our profile picture (the Library logo). Note that you must use the Instagram app on your smartphone or tablet […]

Explore your passion for books while discussing interesting titles with new friends at our virtual Book Club Social. Facilitated by librarians, these sessions will provide you with the opportunity to engage with compelling ideas and themes, while also connecting with people who have similar interests! For the February 18th session, we'll discuss Charlie Fletcher's A […]

Learn a simple way to make art with code! You will learn how to use basic Python coding skills to draw. For this virtual program, we’ll be using Zoom. We will email you the Zoom link 24 hours in advance of the program. What you’ll need: A computer with speakers (or headphones) or your smartphone or tablet.

Join Christina Soontornvat, author of All Thirteen: the Incredible Cave Rescue of the Thai Boys' Soccer Team, for a true story that will take your breath away. Christina will share her journey writing about the Thai Cave Rescue, including her in-person interviews with the rescuers themselves. STEM, culture, & drama – this story has it all! […]

Design your own flag and learn to code it using Python. We will be using trinket.io in this class 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 […]

Join us on Instagram Live for Storytime with our Youth librarians! No registration is required—anyone can tune in using the Instagram app on their smartphone or tablet. Just search for the westvanlibrary profile on Instagram and click on our profile picture (the Library logo). Note that you must use the Instagram app on your smartphone or tablet […]

At WVML, we have a selection of events, resources, and materials for English language learners. Practise your English at home! Join our English language facilitators and other language learners for a conversation using Zoom. Register here to join the Friday sessions on February 5, 12, 19, and 26. We will send you an invitation prior […]

Take a tour of Lynda.com, an online learning resource with courses on business, technology, and creative skills, available for free through your WVML card. For this virtual program, we’ll be using Zoom. We will email you the Zoom link 24 hours in advance of the program. What you’ll need: A computer with speakers (or headphones) or […]

Join Reema Faris for a monthly discussion on topical social issues. This month's topic: Thirty Days: One month after the US inauguration, what’s your analysis of the first month of the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts? For this virtual program, we’ll be using Zoom. What you’ll need: A computer/smartphone/tablet with microphone (or headphones) and webcam for Zoom. An […]

At WVML, we have a selection of events, resources, and materials for English language learners. Practise your English at home! Join our English language facilitators and other language learners for a conversation using Zoom. Register here to join the Saturday sessions on February 6, 20, and 27. We will send you an invitation prior to […]

Use Canva.com to design your very own bookmark by using your favorite creatures. Kids are expected to spend about 20 minutes learning before the program. You can find instructions and activities in this handout: BeastlyBookmark_Handout Adult caregivers are encouraged to participate, especially with younger children. What you'll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam […]

Attention families! Work together as a team to create a short stop motion animation video using items you have at home. Families will receive instructions 24 hours in advance of the program. Families are expected to spend about 20 minutes learning before the program. You can find instructions and activities in this handout: Family Stop Motion […]