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Friday, September 22, 2023
Friday open door community hub
Fri, Sep 22 | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Third floor program room
The open door community hub is open twice weekly for fellowship and light refreshments. An outreach worker will be available during every hub to connect visitors with services on the North Shore. Free... keep reading
Baby storytime
Fri, Sep 22 | 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, Sep 22 | 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 & practice: Word
Fri, Sep 22 | 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)—September 2023
Fri, Sep 22 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
All welcome! Practice 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
Newcomer information session in Farsi جلسه توجیهی براي مهاجرین تازه وارد به زبان فارسی
Fri, Sep 22 | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm @ Online via Impact North Shore Zoom
ما و ایمپکت نورث شور از شما دعوت می کنیم در جلسه اطلاعاتی رایگان که برای تازه واردین در تاریخ جمعه ۲۲ سپتامبر برگزار می شود، شرکت کنید. در این جلسه با خدمات موجود در نورث شور و کانادا آشنا... keep reading
Teen open space
Fri, Sep 22 | 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
Beginner English Corner (in-person)
Fri, Sep 22 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ Third floor program room
All welcome! Practice English conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. This program is designed for beginners and meets in person every Friday, excluding... keep reading
Jr. Collaboratory explorers
Fri, Sep 22 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ Collaboratory
Try out some fun devices at the Jr. Collaboratory explorers, a drop-in program for youth ages 6 – 10 and their parents and guardians. Each week we will pull out our Collaboratory devices for free... keep reading
Saturday, September 23, 2023
Paws 4 Stories
Sat, Sep 23 | 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
American Sign Language family storytime
Sat, Sep 23 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Children's department
Come join us for an American Sign Language (ASL) family storytime with fingerplays and songs. We are hosting an ASL storyteller who will lead the storytime with our librarian. Everyone is welcome... keep reading
Tech for tots
Sat, Sep 23 | 11:15 am to 12:15 pm @ Collaboratory
Play is important for child development. It contributes to physical, cognitive, social and emotional wellbeing and is the first practice we get at reasoning, problem solving and planning. Bring... keep reading
Tea & crafting with ShareCraft
Sat, Sep 23 | 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm @ Third floor program room
Interested in crafts and learning new hobbies? Join this fun program and learn about one of these skills, taught by two skilled community members over two Saturdays (Sept. 23 and Oct. 7)... keep reading
Tween Advisory Group (TWAG) meeting
Sat, Sep 23 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Second floor teen room
There are 10 spots left out of 20
Come by The Room on the fourth Saturday of the month this fall to take part in our Tween Advisory Group (TWAG) or TWAG events. This group is for those in grades 5 to 7. New attendees are welcome! ... keep reading
Snack squad
Sat, Sep 23 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ First floor program room
For children aged 4 – 10 and their caregivers.Do you want to make something delicious and get comfy in the kitchen? Come learn how to make a couple of child-friendly recipes (no heat sources or knives... keep reading
Family gaming
Sat, Sep 23 | 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, September 24, 2023
Spokes 'n' Words Book Bike @ World Rivers Day
Sun, Sep 24 | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm @ North Vancouver | Lower Heywood Park
We’re excited to be celebrating World Rivers Day at Lower Heywood Park. Our book bike will be there with plenty of fascinating titles on waterways, wetlands, and the importance of taking care of these... keep reading
Sunday open door community hub
Sun, Sep 24 | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Third floor program room
The open door community hub is open twice weekly for fellowship and light refreshments. An outreach worker will be available during every hub to connect visitors with services across the North Shore.... keep reading
Open gaming: Minecraft
Sun, Sep 24 | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory
Minecraft has been consistently well received for more than 10 years and has many educational applications, on top of just being fun to play! Whether you are new to Minecraft or have been playing for... keep reading
North Shore knitters
Sun, Sep 24 | 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, September 25, 2023
Immigrant seniors' learning circle
Mon, Sep 25 | 10:00 am to 11:30 am @ Impact North Shore #207-123 East 15th Street, North Vancouver
Are you new in Canada? Do you want to improve your English? You are invited to join our in-person conversation group!The program includes:Practising English speaking & listening skills;Topics of... keep reading
English conversation circles for community connection
Mon, Sep 25 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ In-person: Impact North Shore 207-123 East 15th St, North Vancouver
Are you new to Canada? Do you want to practise and improve your English conversation skills? You are invited to our 10-week conversation group! These sessions are suitable for those with... keep reading
Seniors' device clinic
Mon, Sep 25 | 1:30 pm to 2:15 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
Seniors' device clinic
Mon, Sep 25 | 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm @ Collaboratory
There are 4 spots left out of 4
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, Sep 25 | 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, September 26, 2023
Teen open space
Tue, Sep 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
Hue stop motion animation movie making
Tue, Sep 26 | 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 of two or more... keep reading
Bedtime storytime
Tue, Sep 26 | 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
There are 71 spots left out of 100
Get ready for bed with our bedtime storytime! Put on your pj's, bring a stuffie and snuggle in for calming stories, songs and a kid-friendly meditation. This storytime is designed for preschool and... keep reading
English Corner (in-person)
Tue, Sep 26 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room
All welcome! Practise conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. English Corner meets in person every Tuesday, excluding public holidays. This group is... keep reading
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Persian book club باشگاه کتابخوانی فارسی
Wed, Sep 27 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Second floor teen room | Online via NVCL Zoom
Join us to discuss Tekkeh ha-yi az yek koll-e monsajem by Puneh Moghimi during this hybrid (in-person and over Zoom) session. Everyone is welcome. Registration is required by Sept. 26, 5 p.m... keep reading
Digital skills for entrepreneurship
Wed, Sep 27 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
This 13 week certification program run by Canada Learning Code is for adults who are looking to create, build or grow their business ideas. You will receive 30+ hours of training on digital tools used... keep reading
Wednesday device clinic
Wed, Sep 27 | 10:00 am to 11:00 am @ Collaboratory
Need help with your device? Register for a small group device clinic with TechConnect staff. Bring you own device (e.g. mobile phone, tablet or e-reader) and your technology questions. You can also... keep reading
Toddler storytime
Wed, Sep 27 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department
Come join us for stories, fingerplays and songs. Our toddler storytime program is based on simple concepts, repetition and movement and is designed for kids ages 2 to 3 and their caregivers. ... keep reading
Teen open space
Wed, Sep 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
Collaboratory club
Wed, Sep 27 | 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, Sep 27 | 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
Learn to play backgammon
Wed, Sep 27 | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room
Learn how to play backgammon, one of the world’s oldest board games!Instructors from the Canada Backgammon Foundation will lead a six-session introductory class covering basic rules and strategies for... keep reading
The Fire Still Burns: An evening with Squamish Elder Sam George
Wed, Sep 27 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Lynn Valley Library - NVDPL
REGISTER“My name is Sam George. In spite of everything that happened to me, by the grace of the Creator, I have lived to be an Elder.”In honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, join... keep reading
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Immigrant seniors' learning circle
Thu, Sep 28 | 10:00 am to 11:30 am @ Impact North Shore #207-123 East 15th Street, North Vancouver
Are you new in Canada? Do you want to improve your English? You are invited to join our in-person conversation group!The program includes:Practising English speaking & listening skills;Topics of... keep reading
BC family benefits in Farsi جلسه اطلاعاتی مربوط به مزایای خانواده در بی سی
Thu, Sep 28 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Online via Impact North Shore Zoom
ما و ایمپکت نورث شور از شما دعوت می کنیم در جلسه اطلاعاتی رایگان مربوط به مزایای خانواده در بی سی که در تاریخ پنج شنبه، ۲۸ سپتامبر از ساعت ۱۰ صبح تا ۱۲ بعد از ظهر برگزار می شود، شرکت کنید.... keep reading
Storytime @ JBCC
Thu, Sep 28 | 11:00 am to 11:30 am @ Family Resource Centre, John Braithwaite Community Centre
This fall, we're hosting a few off-site storytimes for families with children 0 – 6 years old, in partnership with North Shore Neighborhood House. These will take place 11 – 11:30 a.m. on Sept.... keep reading
English conversation circles for community connection
Thu, Sep 28 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ In-person: Impact North Shore 207-123 East 15th St, North Vancouver
Are you new to Canada? Do you want to practise and improve your English conversation skills? You are invited to our 10-week conversation group! These sessions are suitable for those with... keep reading
Applying for Canadian citizenship براي اشخاص داراي اقامت دائم
Thu, Sep 28 | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm @ Online via Impact North Shore Zoom
ما و ایمپکت نورث شور از شما دعوت می کنیم در این کارگاه آموزشی رایگان شرکت نمایید. با شرکت در این برنامه با چگونگی اقدام براي گرفتن سیتیزن شیپ و نحوه پر کردن برگه هاي لازم آشنا خواهید شد.... keep reading
Device clinic in Farsi
Thu, Sep 28 | 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm @ Collaboratory
برای کار با دستگاه الکترونیکی خود نیاز به کمک دارید؟ در برنامه Device Clinic کتابخانه ثبت نامکنید و سوالات خود را از همکار فارسی زبان ما بپرسید. شما می توانید دستگاههای الکترونیکی خود(مانند تلفن... keep reading
Teen open space
Thu, Sep 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
Manga meetup group
Thu, Sep 28 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Second floor teen room
There are 16 spots left out of 20
Do you love drawing anime and manga? Want to meet up with others who like to draw? Our manga meetup group gets together on the last Thursday of the month in the Teen Room, to draw and get helpful tips... keep reading
Board meeting
Thu, Sep 28 | 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
Introduction to operating systems
Thu, Sep 28 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory
What is an operating system? This class will introduce you to Windows 10 and Mac OS X. We'll cover basic layout differences, navigation, and some tips on how to personalize your device.Drop in to this... keep reading
Friday, September 29, 2023
Friday open door community hub
Fri, Sep 29 | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Third floor program room
The open door community hub is open twice weekly for fellowship and light refreshments. An outreach worker will be available during every hub to connect visitors with services on the North Shore. Free... keep reading
Baby storytime
Fri, Sep 29 | 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
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