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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Teen open space

Wed, Apr 3 | 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, Apr 3 | 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, Apr 3 | 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

Adult book club: "The Sign for Home"

Wed, Apr 3 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room | or Online via NVCL Zoom

Join fellow community members for a discussion of The Sign for Home by Blair Fell. Participants can attend at the library or via Zoom. All are welcome! Registration is required by 6 p.m. on... keep reading

Thursday, April 4, 2024

Thursday device clinic

Thu, Apr 4 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory

Need help with your device? Come to a small group device clinic with TechConnect staff. Bring your own device (e.g., a mobile phontablet,let or e-reader) and your technology questions.You can also... keep reading

Teen open space

Thu, Apr 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 every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 3 to 5 p.m. on... keep reading

Teen open gaming

Thu, Apr 4 | 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 Python with Koala Koders

Thu, Apr 4 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Collaboratory

There are 5 spots left out of 12

This workshop is for youth in grades 6 – 7. No prior experience is necessary. Do you like playing video games? Are you interested in making your games come alive with coding? Explore the exciting... keep reading

Introduction to self-publishing

Thu, Apr 4 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory

So you've written the great Canadian novel and can't find a publisher, or you've put together your family history and want to share it in ebook form. Whatever the case, digital publishing has never... keep reading

North Shore knitters

Thu, Apr 4 | 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

Friday, April 5, 2024

Baby storytime

Fri, Apr 5 | 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 storytimes is not... keep reading

Baby Storytime

Fri, Apr 5 | 11:00 am to 11:30 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 not... keep reading

MS Office learn and practice: Word

Fri, Apr 5 | 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) — April 2024

Fri, Apr 5 | 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, Apr 5 | 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, Apr 5 | 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 a variety of devices:Micro:bits  Recommended for... keep reading

Saturday, April 6, 2024

History and its representation in literature in Farsi تاریخ و بازنمایی آن در ادبیات

Sat, Apr 6 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Third floor program room

This hybrid literary program is in collaboration with UBC Asian Studies and is hosted in Farsi. Read more about the program.در این جلسه که با همکاری بخش مطالعات آسیایی دانشگاه یو بی سی برگزار می شود،... keep reading

Paws 4 Stories

Sat, Apr 6 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ First floor program room

This event is full

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, Apr 6 | 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

Fried bread recipe share-and-swap with Kung Jaadee

Sat, Apr 6 | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm @ Third floor program room

Come celebrate (and sneak a peek at) the recipes our community has shared as part of the library's Centennial Community Cookbook. The recipe share-and-swap is open to everyone, not just cookbook... keep reading

Sunday, April 7, 2024

Sunday open door community hub

Sun, Apr 7 | 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, Apr 7 | 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

Monday, April 8, 2024

Family drop in

Mon, Apr 8 | 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

Chapter Chat book club

Mon, Apr 8 | 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

Seniors' device clinic

Mon, Apr 8 | 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, Apr 8 | 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, April 9, 2024

Seniors' gathering: Storytelling with Kung Jaadee

Tue, Apr 9 | 10:00 am to 11:30 am @ Third floor program room

There are 24 spots left out of 30

Gather with fellow seniors at the library, share some stories and enjoy some light refreshments. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month on the 3rd floor at the library.Drop-ins are... keep reading

Sign language class

Tue, Apr 9 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Second floor teen room

This event is full

Interested in learning sign language? Join us for this 8-week class led by Salsi’miya Janine Gonzales. Gonzales has a hearing impairment and is an experienced teacher of Canadian Sign Language. You’ll... keep reading

Teen open space

Tue, Apr 9 | 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

Study stars

Tue, Apr 9 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ Children's department

This is a program for youth in grades 4 to 7. Please submit a separate registration for each week that you plan to attend. Study stars is a dedicated group of passionate teenagers committed... keep reading

Hue stop motion animation movie making

Tue, Apr 9 | 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, Apr 9 | 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, April 10, 2024

Wednesday open door community hub

Wed, Apr 10 | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Third floor program room

The Open door community hub (ODCH) is a drop-in program held every Sunday and Wednesday at North Vancouver City Library. It is a welcoming space for everyone in the community, with a focus on... keep reading

Toddler storytime

Wed, Apr 10 | 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

Wednesday device clinic

Wed, Apr 10 | 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

Teen open space

Wed, Apr 10 | 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, Apr 10 | 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, Apr 10 | 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

Indigenous storytelling: How the Squamish people came to be

Wed, Apr 10 | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm @ Third floor program room

Learn the origin legend of the Squamish People in this storytelling session with Kung Jaadee. The tale begins in the place that is now called Gibsons and weaves together the oral traditions passed... keep reading

Recording station tour: Audio

Wed, Apr 10 | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm @ North Vancouver | 3rd Floor Recording Station

There are 1 spots left out of 3

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

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Device clinic in Farsi

Thu, Apr 11 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory

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

Teen open space

Thu, Apr 11 | 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, Apr 11 | 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 Python with Koala Koders

Thu, Apr 11 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Collaboratory

There are 6 spots left out of 12

This workshop is for youth in grades 6 – 7. No prior experience is necessary. Do you like playing video games? Are you interested in making your games come alive with coding? Explore the exciting... keep reading

Introduction to artificial intelligence

Thu, Apr 11 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory

This is a hybrid program. You can attend in person or via Zoom. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been in the news lately, and public conversations about it are common. But what is AI? Join us for... keep reading

Adult ELL book club

Thu, Apr 11 | 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 (April 11, 25, May 9, 23, June 6). As you read the... keep reading

Friday, April 12, 2024

Baby storytime

Fri, Apr 12 | 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 storytimes is not... keep reading

Baby Storytime

Fri, Apr 12 | 11:00 am to 11:30 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 not... keep reading

MS Office learn and practice: Excel

Fri, Apr 12 | 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) — April 2024

Fri, Apr 12 | 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

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Fried bread recipe share-and-swap with Kung Jaadee

Saturday, April 6, 2024, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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