Week of 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 […]
Tech Talk: Bald Eagle Migration and GPS Tracking
Tech Talk: Bald Eagle Migration and GPS Tracking
Discover the fascinating world of bald eagle migration with the Hancock Wildlife Foundation. Learn how state-of-the-art GPS trackers aid conservation efforts and give us a rare glimpse into the lives of these magnificent creatures – including two that live very close to the Library! Established by David Hancock in 2006, The Hancock Wildlife Foundation promotes conserving […]
Tales for Twos | 2 Year Olds
Tales for Twos | 2 Year Olds
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! A parent or caregiver must accompany the children. Drop-in, no registration required.
Radical Reptiles | Ages 5+
Radical Reptiles | Ages 5+
Lizards, snakes and turtles—oh my! Join the West Coast Reptile Education Society (WRES) to meet live reptiles and amphibians at the library native to Canada and from around the world. Learn about the conservation and restoration of their habitat and what you need to know to have a reptile as a pet. WRES is an […]
Recording Studio Orientation
Recording Studio Orientation
The Recording Studio Orientation is your gateway to joining the Recording Studio community! You must attend one orientation session to use the studio. This one-hour seminar will cover the terms of use, how to care for equipment, booking procedures, and an overview of the studio’s capabilities and limitations.
All About Raptors | Ages 5+
All About Raptors | Ages 5+
Learn about the raptors that call British Columbia home with educators from OWL (Orphaned Wildlife). You will get to meet two live Raptor Ambassadors and ask questions! Children 9 and under must have a parent or caregiver stay and play for the whole program. Presented in partnership with
Drop-in Play + Storytime | Birth–5 Years
Drop-in Play + Storytime | Birth–5 Years
Join us for interactive free-play and a short storytime at 2:30 p.m. in the Storyhouse. Come for the entire time, or drop in for a bit—whatever works for you! Drop-in, no registration required. All children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
Storytelling with Specdrum | Grades 3-4
Storytelling with Specdrum | Grades 3-4
Specdrum musical rings allow you to create sounds by tapping different surfaces. In this program, participants will work together to create funny stories and then bring them to life with sound effects
Babytime: Walkers | 12-23 Months
Babytime: Walkers | 12-23 Months
A 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.
Babytime: Pre-Walkers | Birth-12 Months
Babytime: Pre-Walkers | Birth-12 Months
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. This is also a great way to connect […]
English Conversation Online [VIRTUAL]
English Conversation Online [VIRTUAL]
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 Thursdays, March 7, March 14, and March 21. We will send you a Zoom link before each session. You’ll need: A computer with a microphone (or headphones) and webcam, or […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dialogues: That’s a Wrap!
Dialogues: That’s a Wrap!
It's Oscar season, and this year's awards were handed out in Hollywood on March 10. What role have movies played in your life, and how does the magic of film still figure in your leisure activities today? Join moderator Reema Faris on the third Thursday of the month to discuss topical social issues. Participants are from […]
Mason Bee Workshop | Ages 7-12
Mason Bee Workshop | Ages 7-12
Mason Bees play an essential role in our environment and help farmers grow many foods we eat. Learn how to identify these stingless pollinators and build a simple mason bee house from everyday household items. We will also investigate bee cocoons up-close and discover what makes their life cycle so fascinating! A parent or caregiver […]
LEGO™ LiteBrite™ Creation Zone! | Grades 2-3
LEGO™ LiteBrite™ Creation Zone! | Grades 2-3
Classic toys never get old! Join us in the lab for an hour of collaborative play with LEGO™ and LiteBrite™. Registration is required and opens February 1 at 10 a.m. Are you registering more than one child? Please register each one separately.
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 […]
Family Storytime | All Ages
Family Storytime | All Ages
A chance for families to hear stories, sing songs, and learn new fingerplays and rhymes. Librarians will let you know how to modify an activity for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers whenever possible. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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, […]
Family Tech Play | K-4 with Caregivers
Family Tech Play | K-4 with Caregivers
Come hang out in The Lab and play with the Library’s fantastic collection of technology and apps. We will also have fun screen-free options, like LEGO! Registration is required and opens February 1 at 10 a.m. Caregivers stay and play for this program. Please register only one name per family.
Movie Matinée: Barbie
Movie Matinée: Barbie
Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colourful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans. This movie is rated PG. A parent or caregiver must accompany children under ten […]
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 […]