Calendar
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Monday, February 19, 2024
Family drop in
Mon, Feb 19 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ First floor program room
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.... keep reading
Teen open space
Mon, Feb 19 | 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Meet the author: Kallie George
Tue, Feb 20 | 9:30 am to 10:15 am @ Online via YouTube Live
In this program Kallie George will discuss how she was inspired to become an author. Participants will get a glimpse of the writer's process through her notebooks, story-based crafts, and inspiration... keep reading
Recording station tour: Video
Tue, Feb 20 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory | 3rd Floor recording Station
This event is full
Join us for an overview of how to record video in the library's recording station (there is a separate tour for audio). We will show you how to set up the room and get started with the camcorder/... keep reading
Teen open space
Tue, Feb 20 | 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading
Hue stop motion animation movie making
Tue, Feb 20 | 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
Intro to Shahnameh in Farsi مقدمه ای بر شاهنامه
Tue, Feb 20 | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm @ Second floor teen room
This program is an introduction to Shahnameh, by Ferdowsi. Shahnameh is one of the most popular epic poetry books among Persians. This event is hosted in Farsi. View the work in our catalogue. Read... keep reading
Bedtime storytime
Tue, Feb 20 | 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
There are 44 spots left out of 100
Get ready for bed with our virtual bedtime storytime! Put on your PJ's, bring your favourite stuffie and blankie and snuggle in for calming stories, songs and a kid-friendly meditation. This storytime... keep reading
English Corner (in-person)
Tue, Feb 20 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room
Due to limited space, registration is required. Please come on time — late arrivals may lose their spot.All welcome! Practice conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make... keep reading
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Toddler storytime
Wed, Feb 21 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department
Come join us for stories, fingerplays and songs. Our toddler storytime is based on simple concepts, repetition and movement. It is designed for kids ages 2 to 3 and their caregivers. Registration... keep reading
Storytime in Farsi شعر و داستان خوانی برای کودکان به فارسی
Wed, Feb 21 | 11:00 am to 11:30 am @ Children's department
به برنامه شعر و قصه خوانی به فارسی بپیوندید تا با هم اوقاتی شاد و آموزنده برای کودکانتان فراهم آوریم و زبان فارسی را تمرین کنیم.این برنامه برای کودکان پیش دبستانی طراحی شده است اما تمام کودکان می... keep reading
Teen open space
Wed, Feb 21 | 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading
Collaboratory club
Wed, Feb 21 | 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm @ Collaboratory
Experiment with science and technology at our Collaboratory club! Each week we'll do experiments using Collaboratory technology and play video games. For youth ages 10 to 13.Access to technology... keep reading
Read Along
Wed, Feb 21 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
This event is full
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. Over six sessions, we pair reading buddies with teen mentors so buddies can... keep reading
Farsi dementia caregiver support group گروه حمایتی برای مراقبان بیماران مبتلا به آلزایمر
Wed, Feb 21 | 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ First floor program room
اگر زندگی شما تحت تاثیر بیماری آلزایمر یا سایر انواع دمانس قرار گرفته است شما تنها نیستید. افراد دیگری هستند که شرایط مشابهی را تجربه می کنند. شرکت در این گروه می تواند به کاهش احساس تنهایی کمک... keep reading
Valerie Jerome: Races
Wed, Feb 21 | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm @ Third floor program room
In celebration of Black History Month, Valerie Jerome will be at City Library to discuss her new memoir Races: The Trials & Triumphs of Canada's Fastest Family. Jerome grew up in North... keep reading
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Teen open space
Thu, Feb 22 | 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading
Teen open gaming
Thu, Feb 22 | 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm @ Second floor teen room
This program is for teens in grades 7 to 12.Drop in to The Room and play your favourite E or T-rated Switch and PS4 game.... keep reading
Intro to game design with Koala Koders
Thu, Feb 22 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Collaboratory
This event is full
Join us on this exciting eight-week coding journey! You will learn about the foundations of game development through block coding, from simple concepts including variables and "if statements" to more... keep reading
Canadian tax system in Farsi اطلاعات کلی راجع به پر کردن فرمهاي مالیاتی و سیستم مالیاتی کانادا
Thu, Feb 22 | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm @ Online via Impact North Shore Zoom
جهت دریافت پاسخ سوالات خود در این زمینه، در جلسه اي که بدین منظور در روز پنجشنبه، ۲۲ فوریه تشکیل میگردد حضور بهم رسانیددر این جلسه در مورد موضوعات زیر بحث خواهد شد فهرست درآمدهاي مشمول مالیات و... keep reading
Board meeting
Thu, Feb 22 | 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room
Members of the public are welcome to attend Library Board meetings. If you would like to attend, please contact admin@nvcl.ca for meeting details. Learn more about the City Library Board of... keep reading
Adult ELL book club
Thu, Feb 22 | 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm @ First floor program room
Are you an adult looking to improve your English? Join our adult ELL (English language learner) book club every other Thursday for five sessions (Jan. 25, Feb. 8 & 22, Mar. 7, 21). As you read the... keep reading
Introduction to online privacy
Thu, Feb 22 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory
Do you feel insecure about the information you are putting online? This introductory class will look at the basics of online privacy, and how to keep personal data private. Topics will include... keep reading
Friday, February 23, 2024
Baby storytime
Fri, Feb 23 | 10:00 am to 10:30 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 storytimes is no... keep reading
Baby storytime
Fri, Feb 23 | 10:45 am to 11:15 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 storytimes is no... keep reading
MS Office learn and practice: Excel
Fri, Feb 23 | 12:00 pm to 1:15 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
English corner (virtual) —February 2024
Fri, Feb 23 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
All welcome! Practise conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. English Corner meets online every Friday, excluding public holidays. This group is... keep reading
Teen open space
Fri, Feb 23 | 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading
Jr. coding club
Fri, Feb 23 | 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm @ Collaboratory
Are you an aspiring coder? Want to learn or improve your coding skills in a fun, hands-on way? Join us for some fun after-school coding with Micro:bits. Recommended for youth ages 8 – 12.... keep reading
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Paws 4 Stories
Sat, Feb 24 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ First floor program room
This event is full
Paws 4 Stories is a program for children aged 7 – 10. It is run in partnership with the St. John Ambulance therapy dog program. In this program, a certified, friendly therapy dog sits with a child to... keep reading
Intro to astronomy in Farsi مقدمه ای بر نجوم به زبان فارسی
Sat, Feb 24 | 11:00 am to 12:30 pm @ Third floor program room
This is an intro to astronomy series in Farsi for all ages, hosted by Dr. Kianoosh Tahani.Feb. 24IntroductionThe scale of the Solar System.The scale of the Milky Way. The scale of time.March... keep reading
Tech for tots
Sat, Feb 24 | 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
Family gaming
Sat, Feb 24 | 2:45 pm to 4:15 pm @ Collaboratory
Spend time together, try new games and have fun! Open to youth of all ages and their families. No experience is required, and beginners are encouraged to attend!Nintendo Switch games:Mario Party... keep reading
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Sunday open door community hub
Sun, Feb 25 | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Third floor program room
The Open door community hub (ODCH) is a drop-in program held every Sunday and Wednesday. It is a welcoming space for everyone in the community, with a focus on supporting the needs of those who are... keep reading
Open Gaming: Minecraft
Sun, Feb 25 | 1:30 pm to 3:00 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
North Shore knitters
Sun, Feb 25 | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm @ First floor program room
Join us at the library for an afternoon 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... keep reading
Monday, February 26, 2024
Family drop in
Mon, Feb 26 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ First floor program room
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.... keep reading
Seniors' device clinic
Mon, Feb 26 | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory
This event is full
Need help with your device? Register for a small group device clinic with TechConnect staff. Bring your own device (e.g. mobile phone, tablet or e-reader) and your technology questions.If you prefer... keep reading
Teen open space
Mon, Feb 26 | 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Teen open space
Tue, Feb 27 | 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading
Hue stop motion animation movie making
Tue, Feb 27 | 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
English Corner (in-person)
Tue, Feb 27 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room
Due to limited space, registration is required. Please come on time — late arrivals may lose their spot.All welcome! Practice conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make... keep reading
Bedtime storytime
Tue, Feb 27 | 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
There are 44 spots left out of 100
Get ready for bed with our virtual bedtime storytime! Put on your PJ's, bring your favourite stuffie and blankie and snuggle in for calming stories, songs and a kid-friendly meditation. This storytime... keep reading
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Persian book club باشگاه کتابخوانی فارسی
Wed, Feb 28 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Second floor teen room
به باشگاه کتابخوانی فارسی ما در تاریخ ۲۸ فوریه از ساعت ۱۰ صبح تا ۱۲ بعد از ظهر از طریق زوم و یا حضوری بپیوندید تا کتاب "تاریک ماه" از منصور علیمرادی را مورد بررسی قرار دهیم.آقای منصور علیمرادی،... keep reading
Toddler storytime
Wed, Feb 28 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department
Come join us for stories, fingerplays and songs. Our toddler storytime is based on simple concepts, repetition and movement. It is designed for kids ages 2 to 3 and their caregivers. Registration... keep reading
Teen open space
Wed, Feb 28 | 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading
Collaboratory club
Wed, Feb 28 | 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm @ Collaboratory
Experiment with science and technology at our Collaboratory club! Each week we'll do experiments using Collaboratory technology and play video games. For youth ages 10 to 13.Access to technology... keep reading
Lego robotics
Wed, Feb 28 | 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm @ First floor program room
This event is full
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
Read Along
Wed, Feb 28 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
This event is full
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. Over six sessions, we pair reading buddies with teen mentors so buddies can... keep reading
Recording station tour: Video
Wed, Feb 28 | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm @ Collaboratory | 3rd Floor recording Station
There are 2 spots left out of 3
Join us for an overview of how to record video in the library's recording station (there is a separate tour for audio). We will show you how to set up the room and get started with the camcorder/... keep reading
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