🗓️ The Library will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. on November 11, following the Remembrance Day ceremony and reception. 🗓️
🗓️ The Library will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. on November 11, following the Remembrance Day ceremony and reception. 🗓️
Quilt making has a long history, dating back to ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, and colonial America. For generations, skilled craftspeople have stitched layers of padding and fabric together to create this humble yet practical textile, initially prized for its utility. Over time, quilts have evolved beyond their practical uses. Today, they are celebrated for their […]
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 […]
Discover the power of AI in our hands-on class, where you'll explore and use various AI tools to solve real-world problems. Perfect for beginners, this interactive experience will demystify AI and empower you with practical skills. Want to learn more about AI first? Be sure to register for Understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Monday, October 21, 2:30-4 p.m. Registration is required […]
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.
Are you an Advanced English Language Learner looking for a new challenge? Are you interested in reading a longer novel? Join our ELL book club for advanced readers. We will be reading The Reading List by Sarah Nisha Adams. There will be a limited number of books available to borrow. Once registered, you can request […]
Learn how to summarize, analyze, explore, and present your data using pivot tables in Excel. Register for each Excel Essentials program you wish to attend individually: Getting Started - Tuesday, October 8 Charts - Tuesday, October 15 Formulas - Tuesday, October 22 Pivot Tables -Tuesday, October 29
Learn how to access e-books and audiobooks on your mobile device (smartphone or tablet) using the free Libby app. Get ready to start reading! Registration is required and opens September 1 at 10 a.m.
Do you live, work, play, volunteer, or go to school in West Vancouver? Which spaces, places, or activities on the North Shore do you enjoy? Do you walk the trails, swim, cycle, or run? Or is coffee and pastry with friends your way to connect and de-stress? We want to hear your story about the […]
The Parent-Child Mother Goose program is a group experience for parents and their infants that focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together. Parents gain skills and confidence that can enable them to create positive family patterns during their children's crucial early years and give their children healthy early experiences […]
The Parent-Child Mother Goose program is a group experience for parents and their infants that focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together. Parents gain skills and confidence that can enable them to create positive family patterns during their children's crucial early years and give their children healthy early experiences […]
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.
The upcoming sessions of Current Affairs in French have been cancelled. We are working to resume the program soon and thank you for your understanding. Join us for a discussion group on current affairs in French. Rejoignez-nous pour un groupe de discussion sur l’actualité en français. Discussion topics will be planned in advance and given to […]
This is a program for 12 – to 23-month-old babies on the move! Designed for wiggly, crawling, and walking little ones, it is full of songs, bounces, action rhymes, and very short stories to build language skills. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Drop-in, no registration required.
Talking 'bout My Generation The 1960s was a decade of cultural and societal revolution, creating a soundtrack that still lives in the minds of the Baby Boomer generation. Instructor John Mitchell will investigate the different musical genres that dominated the period and ask, "oes music change society, or does it merely reflect the times?". October […]
What is “the cloud”? How can files be stored on the Internet? This introductory class will provide an overview of cloud computing, weigh the pros and cons, and teach you how to incorporate it into your digital skillset.
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, October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31. We will send you a Zoom link before each session. Please register for each month separately.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a storytime full of books, rhymes, felt stories, and puppets for three- to five-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 focus on […]
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. Facilitated by the Baha’i Community of West Vancouver in partnership with the Library.
Children experience the joy of making music through song, games, dance, and instruments. This is a sampler class for young children to develop very basic music skills that may serve them in future music classes. This class runs every Friday from September 27 to November 22 (no class October 25). Children must be able to […]
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 […]
Welcome to Connect with Confidence: Android Edition! Join our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for Android mobile devices. Bring your Android device and an idea of what you want to accomplish. Collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your Android device in a classroom setting! We will […]
Join us in making play accessible for all children by participating in our Hacking for the Holidays buildathon. With a little bit of tinkering, you will learn how to switch-adapt toys at a fraction of the cost, ensuring every child can experience the joy of play. Hosted by Neil Squire’s Makers Making Change program, this […]
This is 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. Drop-in, no registration required.
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 […]
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and an idea 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 […]
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 […]