Exploring Autism: Two Minds, Two Memoirs [VIRTUAL]
VirtualJoin authors Teresa Hedley—What's Not Allowed? A Family Journey with Autism—and Claire Finlayson—Dispatches from Ray's Planet: A Journey Through Autism—as they explore the autism spectrum from a neurotypical perspective. In this unique collaboration, both authors open up about their efforts to better understand the world as seen through the eyes of beloved family members with […]
LIVE in Your Living Room: Eric Litwin and Pete the Cat [YOUTUBE]
VirtualJoin us for a free concert with award-winning children's author and musician Eric Litwin. Eric Litwin is a song singing, guitar strumming, #1 New York Times bestselling, award-winning author who brings early literacy and music together. He is the original author of the Pete the Cat series and the author of The Nuts, Groovy Joe, and […]
Book Buddies A | Ages 6 – 12 [VIRTUAL]
VirtualPractise 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 […]
Book Buddies B | Ages 6 – 12 [VIRTUAL]
VirtualPractise 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 […]
Device Clinics [VIRTUAL]
VirtualDo 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 a 30-minute appointment and we will help you via Zoom or over the phone.
English Conversation Online [VIRTUAL]
VirtualPractise your English at home! Join our English language facilitators and other language learners for a conversation using Zoom. Register here to join Monday, October 4, 18, and 25. We will send you an invitation prior to the Zoom meeting. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam; or your smartphone/tablet. An email address […]
Storytime [INSTAGRAM LIVE]
VirtualJoin 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). Want a shout out to your kids during Storytime? Send us a private message through […]
Advanced ESL Book Club [VIRTUAL]
VirtualAre you an English language learner? Are you ready to read a longer novel? Join our ESL book club for advanced readers. In this session we will be reading Educated by Tara Westover. For this virtual program, we’ll be using Zoom. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam; or your smartphone/tablet. An email […]
Digital Decluttering [VIRTUAL]
VirtualYou’ve Marie Kondo’ed your home—but how about your devices? We’ll show you tips and tricks to help declutter your digital life in this demo-style class. 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 […]
Dial-a-Story: Indigenous Storytelling by Squamish Elders
VirtualSquamish Nation stories are just a phone call away! Call in from your phone and enjoy a story told by a Squamish Elder. Register below or call the Information Desk at 604-925-7403. Storytellers October 19: Elder Chenlh Barry Cordocedo November 16: TBA December 14: TBA Presented in partnership with Squamish Nation Elder’s Centre as part […]
Art Gallery Challenge | Ages 9 – 12 [VIRTUAL]
VirtualCalling all art lovers! Explore the National Gallery of Canada online and use an online sketchpad to recreate a work that inspires you. Kids are expected to spend about 20 minutes learning before the program. We will email you instructions at least 24 hours before the program. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) […]
Storytime [INSTAGRAM LIVE]
VirtualJoin 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). Want a shout out to your kids during Storytime? Send us a private message through […]