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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Filming for sustainability
Tue, Mar 21 | 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Collaboratory
This is a five-day workshop for youth in grades 7 to 12. Create an original short film with the support of experienced professionals! In small crews, participants will be guided through the... keep reading
Teen open space
Tue, Mar 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
English Corner (in-person)
Tue, Mar 21 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room
Practice conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. English Corner meets in person every Tuesday, excluding public holidays. This group is facilitated by... keep reading
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Build a mason bee home: grades 3 – 4
Wed, Mar 22 | 10:30 am to 11:30 am @ First floor program room
This event is full
Bees are an important part of our ecosystem. They are amazing pollinators, and help us grow the fruits and vegetables that we eat. Mason bees are gentle, non-stinging super-pollinators that live... keep reading
Filming for sustainability
Wed, Mar 22 | 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Collaboratory
This is a five-day workshop for youth in grades 7 to 12. Create an original short film with the support of experienced professionals! In small crews, participants will be guided through the... keep reading
Build a mason bee home: grades 5 – 7
Wed, Mar 22 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ First floor program room
This event is full
Bees are an important part of our ecosystem. They are amazing pollinators, and help us grow the fruits and vegetables we eat. Mason bees are gentle, non-stinging super-pollinators that live across... keep reading
Teen open space
Wed, Mar 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
Indigenous awareness training
Wed, Mar 22 | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm @ Online via Zoom
How much do you actually know about Indigenous Peoples and issues? Would you like to build a better understanding of some of the issues you hear in the news? If the answer is "yes!" then... keep reading
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Filming for sustainability
Thu, Mar 23 | 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Collaboratory
This is a five-day workshop for youth in grades 7 to 12. Create an original short film with the support of experienced professionals! In small crews, participants will be guided through the... keep reading
Teen open space
Thu, Mar 23 | 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
Introduction to the cloud: Storing and sharing
Thu, Mar 23 | 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory
Learn what cloud computing is and how it can be really useful. We'll look at some of the cloud services you may already be using and take some of the fog out of your understanding of the cloud. This... keep reading
Friday, March 24, 2023
Friday open door community hub
Fri, Mar 24 | 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
MS Office learn & practice
Fri, Mar 24 | 9:30 am to 11:00 am @ 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
Lego challenges
Fri, Mar 24 | 10:30 am to 11:30 am @ First floor program room
This event is full
It's time for some Lego fun! Join other builders for an exciting hour of Lego challenges and activities. For children ages 5 – 9. Children under 10 must be supervised by an adult. Registration... keep reading
Filming for sustainability
Fri, Mar 24 | 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ Collaboratory
This is a five-day workshop for youth in grades 7 to 12. Create an original short film with the support of experienced professionals! In small crews, participants will be guided through the... keep reading
English corner (virtual) — March 2023
Fri, Mar 24 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
Practice conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. English Corner meets online every Friday, excluding public holidays. This group is facilitated by the... keep reading
Teen open space
Fri, Mar 24 | 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, Mar 24 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ Third floor program room
Practice everyday English, improve your grammar, increase your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. This program is designed for beginners and meets in person every Friday,... keep reading
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Iranian documentary series with PELAN
Sat, Mar 25 | 11:00 am to 1:00 pm @ Third floor program room
Join us as we host a monthly Iranian documentary series with PELAN. This series features works about Iranians, made by independent Iranian and non-Iranian documentarians, and begins by focusing on... keep reading
Tech for tots
Sat, Mar 25 | 11:15 am to 12:15 pm @ First floor program room
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. ... keep reading
Video game creation with RPG Maker MZ
Sat, Mar 25 | 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ Collaboratory
Are you interested in making your own video game? New to coding and graphic design? Learn how to get started with the all-in-one game making tool, RPG Maker MZ. Participants will learn how to: ... keep reading
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Sunday open door community hub
Sun, Mar 26 | 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
North Shore knitters
Sun, Mar 26 | 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, March 27, 2023
Seniors' device clinic
Mon, Mar 27 | 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm @ Collaboratory
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... keep reading
Seniors' device clinic
Mon, Mar 27 | 2:45 pm to 3:45 pm @ Collaboratory
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... keep reading
Teen open space
Mon, Mar 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
Writing support with Capilano University
Mon, Mar 27 | 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm @ Collaboratory
Have an essay you need some feedback on? Looking for assistance with drafting your résumé and cover letter? Confounded by a grammar problem? Visit the Collaboratory on Monday evenings to get help... keep reading
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Teen open space
Tue, Mar 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
Bedtime storytime
Tue, Mar 28 | 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
There are 58 spots left out of 100
Get ready for bed with our bedtime storytime! Put your pj's, bring a stuffie and snuggle in for calming stories, songs and kid-friendly meditations. This storytime is designed for preschool and... keep reading
English Corner (in-person)
Tue, Mar 28 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room
Practice conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. English Corner meets in person every Tuesday, excluding public holidays. This group is facilitated by... keep reading
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Toddler storytime
Wed, Mar 29 | 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 and is designed for kids ages 2 to 3 and their caregivers. ... keep reading
Persian book club باشگاه کتابخوانی فارسی
Wed, Mar 29 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Second floor teen room | Online via NVCL Zoom
Join us to discuss "Pirmard va Darya" by Ernest Hemingway during this hybrid (in-person and over Zoom) session. Everyone is welcome. Registration is required by March 28, 5 p.m. The... keep reading
Wednesday device clinic
Wed, Mar 29 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ 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
Teen open space
Wed, Mar 29 | 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, Mar 29 | 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. Technology will be... keep reading
Writing your first children's book
Wed, Mar 29 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room
In this interactive Writing with Writers workshop, you'll dive into the basics of getting your first children’s book onto the shelf. From conquering writers' block to self-publishing to marketing, we... keep reading
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Device clinic in Farsi
Thu, Mar 30 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Collaboratory
برای کار با دستگاه الکترونیکی خود نیاز به کمک دارید؟ در برنامه Device Clinic کتابخانه ثبت نام کنید و سوالات خود را از همکار فارسی زبان ما بپرسید. شما می توانید دستگاههای الکترونیکی خود (مانند... keep reading
Teen open space
Thu, Mar 30 | 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, Mar 30 | 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm @ Second floor teen room
This is a program for teens in grades 7 to 12. Drop in to The Room and play your favourite E or T-rated Switch or PS4 game. ... keep reading
Introduction to streaming services
Thu, Mar 30 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory
Streaming is becoming the go-to way to access movies, TV shows, music and even software like Microsoft Office. Do you want to learn about this new way of accessing all your favourite content? In this... keep reading
Friday, March 31, 2023
Friday open door community hub
Fri, Mar 31 | 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
MS Office learn & practice
Fri, Mar 31 | 9:30 am to 11:00 am @ 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, Mar 31 | 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... keep reading
Baby storytime
Fri, Mar 31 | 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... keep reading
Chapter Chat book club
Fri, Mar 31 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ 2nd Floor - Don Preston Board Room
There are 6 spots left out of 6
Chapter Chat book club is for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We will meet twice a month to talk about what participants have been reading. Anyone can participate, whatever... keep reading
English corner (virtual) — March 2023
Fri, Mar 31 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom
Practice conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. English Corner meets online every Friday, excluding public holidays. This group is facilitated by the... keep reading
Teen open space
Fri, Mar 31 | 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, Mar 31 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ Third floor program room
Practice everyday English, improve your grammar, increase your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics and make new friends. This program is designed for beginners and meets in person every Friday,... keep reading
Jr. Collaboratory explorers
Fri, Mar 31 | 3:45 pm to 4:45 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... keep reading
Saturday, April 1, 2023
One eRead Canada: Tatouine
Sat, Apr 1 | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm @ City Library
The One eRead/Un Livrel Canada is a digital, bilingual, cross-Canada book club connecting readers to one another and to their libraries. 2023’s One eRead Canada initiative is Tatouine by Jean... keep reading
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