Teen open gaming

Thu, Oct 31 | 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm @ Second floor teen room

This program is for teens in grades 8 to 12. Drop in to The Room and play your favourite E or T-rated Switch and PS4 game.... keep reading

Baby storytime

Fri, Nov 1 | 10:15 am to 10:45 am @ Children's department

Come have fun with your baby with stories, rhymes, tickles and bounces! This early literacy program is designed for babies up to 24 months old, and their caregivers.Registration for storytime is not... keep reading

Baby storytime

Fri, Nov 1 | 11:15 am to 11:45 am @ Children's department

Come have fun with your baby with stories, rhymes, tickles and bounces! This early literacy program is designed for babies up to 24 months old, and their caregivers.Registration for storytime is not... keep reading

Grief support group

Fri, Nov 1 | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ First floor program room

This 8-week support group hosted by Family Services of the North Shore is for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group is facilitated by a registered clinical counsellor and an... keep reading

Teen open space

Fri, Nov 1 | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Paws 4 Stories

Sat, Nov 2 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ First floor program room

Registration for each Paws 4 Stories session opens one month before the session.Paws 4 Stories is for children aged 7 – 10. It is run in partnership with the St. John Ambulance therapy dog program. In... keep reading

Tech for tots

Sat, Nov 2 | 11:15 am to 12:15 pm @ Collaboratory

Play is important for child development. It contributes to physical, cognitive, social and emotional well-being and is the first practice we get at reasoning, problem-solving and planning. Bring... keep reading

Learn the art of photo-embroidery

Sat, Nov 2 | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ 2nd Floor Teen Room (Oct. 26) | 3rd Floor Program Room (Nov. 2 & 9)

Join us to learn the art of photo-embroidery! Using photographs exploring the theme “Memories of North Vancouver,” we will be learning simple embroidery stitches to apply to our design, and together... keep reading

Open gaming: Minecraft

Sun, Nov 3 | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Collaboratory

Minecraft is educational, fun, and has been popular for years! Whether you are new to Minecraft or have been playing for years, you can join us to build or battle.No registration required. Our... keep reading

Family drop-in

Mon, Nov 4 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Children's department

Bring your toys and come meet new friends at this casual, non-programmed play time for families or those taking care of children under 5. No need to register - just drop-in!Please note: sessions are... keep reading

Teen open space

Mon, Nov 4 | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Teen open space

Tue, Nov 5 | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Tween Advisory Group (TWAG) meeting

Tue, Nov 5 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ First floor program room

There are 15 spots left out of 20

Join us on select Tuesday afternoons for our Tween Advisory Group (TWAG) meetings. This group is for those in grades 5 to 7, and new attendees are always welcome! As a TWAG member, you and other... keep reading

Stop motion animation movie making

Tue, Nov 5 | 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm @ First floor program room

Calling all aspiring filmmakers! Are you interested in learning how to make movies, or do stop motion animation? Join us for this introductory workshop. Participants will work in groups to:Create a... keep reading

Toddler storytime

Wed, Nov 6 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department

Come join our stories, fingerplays, and songs. Our toddler storytime program is based on simple concepts, repetition and movement. It's designed for kids ages 2 to 3 and their caregivers.Registration... keep reading

iPhone and iPad help

Wed, Nov 6 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory

Join us for these group learning sessions tailored for iPhones and iPads.Bring your mobile Apple device and an idea of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with a TechConnect staff... keep reading

Teen open space

Wed, Nov 6 | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Read Along

Wed, Nov 6 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom

There are 3 spots left out of 8

If you have a child in grades 2 to 5 who would benefit from extra reading practice, Read Along may be the program for you! During six sessions, we pair reading buddies with a teen mentor so that the... keep reading

The Language Lab

Wed, Nov 6 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ 2nd floor Board Room

Welcome to The Language Lab, an inclusive program led by teens, for teens. Practise your English conversation skills and make new friends! This program is perfect for anyone who wants to improve their... keep reading

Making felt stories for Adults

Wed, Nov 6 | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm @ Third floor program room

Please note: this program is intended for adults and is not designed for children. Are you a childcare provider, or an early childhood educator, looking for new ways to incorporate stories and... keep reading

Teen Advisory Council

Wed, Nov 6 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Second floor teen room

This is a program for teens in grades 8 to 12. Want to develop your leadership skills while having fun helping to plan and promote Library programs and events for teens? You will get a chance to... keep reading

Farsi technology drop-in help

Thu, Nov 7 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory

برای کار با دستگاه الکترونیکی خود نیاز به کمک دارید؟ به کتابخانه بیایید و سوالات خود را از همکار فارسی زبان ما بپرسید. شما می توانید دستگاه‌های الکترونیکی خود مانند تلفن همراه، تبلت یا کتاب‌خوان... keep reading

Teen open space

Thu, Nov 7 | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Teen open gaming

Thu, Nov 7 | 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm @ Second floor teen room

This program is for teens in grades 8 to 12. Drop in to The Room and play your favourite E or T-rated Switch and PS4 game.... keep reading

Python & Digital Art with Koala Koders

Thu, Nov 7 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Collaboratory

There are 7 spots left out of 12

This workshop is for youth in grades 5 – 7. No prior experience is necessary. Interested in Python and art? Join us on this 4 week adventure to learn how to use Python to create beautiful digital... keep reading

North Shore knitters

Thu, Nov 7 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ First floor program room

Join us at the library for an evening of knitting and socializing! North Shore knitters is a social group of knitters, crocheters and other fibre crafters. Join us for a friendly time of skill-sharing... keep reading

Strategies for small business success

Thu, Nov 7 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room

In this three-part workshop on small business success, new entrepreneurs will learn the fundamentals of succeeding in the commercial world.  In the first session, your numbers, your story,... keep reading

Baby storytime

Fri, Nov 8 | 10:15 am to 10:45 am @ Children's department

Come have fun with your baby with stories, rhymes, tickles and bounces! This early literacy program is designed for babies up to 24 months old, and their caregivers.Registration for storytime is not... keep reading

MS Office learn and practice: Excel

Fri, Nov 8 | 10:30 am to 12:00 pm @ Collaboratory

Knowledge of Microsoft Office is consistently in the top five requirements in job postings. Want to learn MS Office's most popular applications, Word and Excel? In these hands-on... keep reading

Baby storytime

Fri, Nov 8 | 11:15 am to 11:45 am @ Children's department

Come have fun with your baby with stories, rhymes, tickles and bounces! This early literacy program is designed for babies up to 24 months old, and their caregivers.Registration for storytime is not... keep reading

Teen open space

Fri, Nov 8 | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Tech for tots

Sat, Nov 9 | 11:15 am to 12:15 pm @ Collaboratory

Play is important for child development. It contributes to physical, cognitive, social and emotional well-being and is the first practice we get at reasoning, problem-solving and planning. Bring... keep reading

Learn the art of photo-embroidery

Sat, Nov 9 | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ 2nd Floor Teen Room (Oct. 26) | 3rd Floor Program Room (Nov. 2 & 9)

Join us to learn the art of photo-embroidery! Using photographs exploring the theme “Memories of North Vancouver,” we will be learning simple embroidery stitches to apply to our design, and together... keep reading

Open gaming: Minecraft

Sun, Nov 10 | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Collaboratory

Minecraft is educational, fun, and has been popular for years! Whether you are new to Minecraft or have been playing for years, you can join us to build or battle.No registration required. Our... keep reading

Seniors' Gathering: Extreme clutter

Tue, Nov 12 | 10:00 am to 11:30 am @ Third floor program room

There are 30 spots left out of 30

Gather with fellow seniors at the library, share stories and enjoy light refreshments. Drop-ins are welcome, but registrations are encouraged. You can register at any desk or by calling 604-998... keep reading

Employment skills: Job search strategies

Tue, Nov 12 | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Third floor program room

Job searches can be overwhelming; where do you start? How do you focus your efforts? At this workshop, we will answer those questions and more, by helping you set goals in creative ways and... keep reading

Teen open space

Tue, Nov 12 | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Stop motion animation movie making

Tue, Nov 12 | 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm @ First floor program room

Calling all aspiring filmmakers! Are you interested in learning how to make movies, or do stop motion animation? Join us for this introductory workshop. Participants will work in groups to:Create a... keep reading

BC Libraries Present: Jessica Johns

Tue, Nov 12 | 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm @ Online via Crowdcast

REGISTERJessica Johns’s debut novel, Bad Cree, is a gripping story about intergenerational trauma that follows a Cree millennial who has haunting dreams about her dead sister and Kokum. It’s a horror... keep reading

Toddler storytime

Wed, Nov 13 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department

Come join our stories, fingerplays, and songs. Our toddler storytime program is based on simple concepts, repetition and movement. It's designed for kids ages 2 to 3 and their caregivers.Registration... keep reading

iPhone and iPad help

Wed, Nov 13 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory

Join us for these group learning sessions tailored for iPhones and iPads.Bring your mobile Apple device and an idea of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with a TechConnect staff... keep reading

Teen open space

Wed, Nov 13 | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Lego robotics

Wed, Nov 13 | 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm @ First floor program room

Join us as we learn about robotics and coding using the Lego Robot Inventor kit and app. Build your own robot, then explore some basic coding concepts to bring your robot to life!This is a program for... keep reading

Recording station tour: Audio

Wed, Nov 13 | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm @ Recording Station

Join us for an overview of how to record audio in the library's recording station (there is a separate tour for video). We will show you how to set up the room and get started with the audio recording... keep reading

Farsi technology drop-in assistance

Thu, Nov 14 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory

برای کار با دستگاه الکترونیکی خود نیاز به کمک دارید؟ به کتابخانه بیایید و سوالات خود را از همکار فارسی زبان ما بپرسید. شما می توانید دستگاه‌های الکترونیکی خود مانند تلفن همراه، تبلت یا کتاب‌خوان... keep reading

Teen open space

Thu, Nov 14 | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

Drop in and hang out with friends, work on homework, read or use the computers or Wi-Fi on your device. Teen open space is Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Teen open gaming

Thu, Nov 14 | 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm @ Second floor teen room

This program is for teens in grades 8 to 12. Drop in to The Room and play your favourite E or T-rated Switch and PS4 game.... keep reading

Python & Digital Art with Koala Koders

Thu, Nov 14 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Collaboratory

There are 7 spots left out of 12

This workshop is for youth in grades 5 – 7. No prior experience is necessary. Interested in Python and art? Join us on this 4 week adventure to learn how to use Python to create beautiful digital... keep reading

Top five mistakes start-ups make

Thu, Nov 14 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room

In this three-part workshop on small business success, new entrepreneurs will learn the fundamentals of succeeding in the commercial world.  In the second session, top five mistakes start-ups... keep reading

Baby storytime

Fri, Nov 15 | 10:15 am to 10:45 am @ Children's department

Come have fun with your baby with stories, rhymes, tickles and bounces! This early literacy program is designed for babies up to 24 months old, and their caregivers.Registration for storytime is not... keep reading