English conversation circles for the workplace

Mon, Oct 7 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via Impact North Shore Zoom and in person at Impact North Shore

Are you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your English skills in the workplace? In this instructor-led group you will meet other newcomers and volunteers from the community, and practice your... keep reading

English conversation circles for community connection

Mon, Oct 7 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via Impact North Shore Zoom and in person at Impact North Shore

Are you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your English? You are invited to join our blended (in-person and online) conversation group!Practice and improve conversation skills to enhance your... keep reading

Teen open space

Mon, Oct 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

Seniors' Gathering: Preparing for emergencies

Tue, Oct 8 | 10:00 am to 11:30 am @ Third floor program room

There are 19 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

Storytime in French (L'heure du conte)

Tue, Oct 8 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department

Join us for a fun storytime in French! We'll sing some songs and rhymes and read some books, all in French. This story time is designed for preschool children, but all children are welcome. Children... keep reading

Immigrant seniors learning circle

Tue, Oct 8 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ In-person: Silver Harbour Centre 144 East 22nd St, North Vancouver

Are you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your English? You are invited to join our in-person conversation group for immigrants aged 55+! This instructor-led conversation circle (Tuesdays,... keep reading

Employment skills: Interview strategies

Tue, Oct 8 | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm @ Third floor program room

Do you feel that your interview skills are stopping you from getting the right job?Join this presentation to learn basic strategies to answer interview questions. With the help of a Work BC Career... keep reading

Teen open space

Tue, Oct 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 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, Oct 8 | 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, Oct 8 | 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

How to help your teen succeed in school

Tue, Oct 8 | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom

Are you a parent looking to help your teen succeed in high school? Watching them navigate new routines, teachers, subjects and increased responsibilities can be overwhelming.Join our online workshop,... keep reading

TechConnect Drop-in technology help

Tue, Oct 8 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory

Stop in to the library to get help with your smartphone, laptop, tablet or e-reader. City Library staff are here to help support your technology learning. Drop-in for a 20 minute session to get... keep reading

English Corner (in-person)

Tue, Oct 8 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Third floor program room

Please be aware that we will only hold your spot for 5 minutes due to limited space and many interests, if the class is full.All are welcome! English Corner is a group for practicing English... keep reading

Toddler storytime

Wed, Oct 9 | 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

Seniors' device clinic

Wed, Oct 9 | 10:00 am to 11:00 am @ 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 prefer... keep reading

English conversation circles for the workplace

Wed, Oct 9 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via Impact North Shore Zoom and in person at Impact North Shore

Are you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your English skills in the workplace? In this instructor-led group you will meet other newcomers and volunteers from the community, and practice your... keep reading

English conversation circles for community connection

Wed, Oct 9 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via Impact North Shore Zoom and in person at Impact North Shore

Are you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your English? You are invited to join our blended (in-person and online) conversation group!Practice and improve conversation skills to enhance your... keep reading

iPhone and iPad help

Wed, Oct 9 | 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, Oct 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 Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Collaboratory club

Wed, Oct 9 | 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 will... keep reading

Read Along

Wed, Oct 9 | 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! During six sessions, we pair reading buddies with a teen mentor so that the... keep reading

The Language Lab

Wed, Oct 9 | 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

Culture Days: Recipes from around the world

Wed, Oct 9 | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm @ Third floor program room

Cooking is one the universal ways we welcome someone: we introduce them to our favourite dishes and customary practices.In this program, hosted as part of Culture Days, get a sneak peek at the wide... keep reading

University writing workshop

Wed, Oct 9 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Second floor teen room

Are you interested in learning about university writing expectations and genres? Have you worried about what citation styles are and how to use them? Do you wonder how developments in generative... keep reading

Recording station tour: Video

Wed, Oct 9 | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm @ Recording Station

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

Farsi technology drop-in help

Thu, Oct 10 | 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, Oct 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 Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Teen open gaming

Thu, Oct 10 | 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

VR Robotics with Scratch with Koala Koders

Thu, Oct 10 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ Collaboratory

This event is full

This is a program for children in grades 3 – 5. Beginners welcome!Interested in learning robotics and programming? Join us on this four week adventure to learn how to program your own robot in virtual... keep reading

Intro to functional yoga

Thu, Oct 10 | 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm @ Third floor program room

This 3-class introduction to yoga is designed to help you slow down and reconnect with your body. The class will focus on functional yoga with therapeutic movements for everyday life, and taking care... keep reading

Introduction to online privacy

Thu, Oct 10 | 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

Baby storytime

Fri, Oct 11 | 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: Word

Fri, Oct 11 | 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, Oct 11 | 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, Oct 11 | 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

English corner (virtual) — October 2024

Fri, Oct 11 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ Online via NVCL Zoom

All are welcome! Practice English conversation, improve your vocabulary, discuss interesting topics, and make new friends. English Corner is a place where everyone is welcome, regardless of their... keep reading

Teen open space

Fri, Oct 11 | 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

Beginner English Corner (in-person)

Fri, Oct 11 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ Third floor program room

Please be aware that we will only hold your spot for 5 minutes due to limited space and many interests, if the class is full.All are welcome! Practice English conversation, improve your vocabulary,... keep reading

Paws 4 Stories

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

There are 2 spots left out of 5

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, Oct 12 | 11:15 am to 12:15 pm @ Second floor teen room

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

Iranian oral literature series in Farsi ادبیات شفاهی ایران

Sat, Oct 12 | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm @ Third floor program room

This program series is an intro to Iranian oral literature and is hosted in Farsi. It's happening on the following Saturdays, from 2 – 3:30 p.m.:July 27: LikooAug. 17: Comic legendsSept. 7:... keep reading

Family gaming

Sat, Oct 12 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 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

Open gaming: Minecraft

Sun, Oct 13 | 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

Teen open space

Mon, Oct 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

Storytime in French (L'heure du conte)

Tue, Oct 15 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department

Join us for a fun storytime in French! We'll sing some songs and rhymes and read some books, all in French. This story time is designed for preschool children, but all children are welcome. Children... keep reading

Immigrant seniors learning circle

Tue, Oct 15 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm @ In-person: Silver Harbour Centre 144 East 22nd St, North Vancouver

Are you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your English? You are invited to join our in-person conversation group for immigrants aged 55+! This instructor-led conversation circle (Tuesdays,... keep reading

Teen open space

Tue, Oct 15 | 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, Oct 15 | 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: katherena vermette

Tue, Oct 15 | 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm @ Online via Crowdcast

REGISTERThe issue of false claims to Indigenous identity has gotten headlines across the country in recent years, with famous writers, academics, and artists uncovered as “pretendians.”Bestselling... keep reading

Intro to Shahnameh in Farsi مقدمه ای بر شاهنامه

Tue, Oct 15 | 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