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Thursday, October 31, 2024
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
Friday, November 1, 2024
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
Saturday, November 2, 2024
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
Sunday, November 3, 2024
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
Monday, November 4, 2024
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
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
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
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
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
Thursday, November 7, 2024
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
Friday, November 8, 2024
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
Saturday, November 9, 2024
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
Sunday, November 10, 2024
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
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
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
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
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
Thursday, November 14, 2024
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
Friday, November 15, 2024
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
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