The Library will be open on Monday, May 19 (Victoria Day) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more.
The Library will be open on Monday, May 19 (Victoria Day) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more.
Explore the sidewalks, beaches, and charming corners of West Vancouver through the eyes of celebrated artist and illustrator Emma FitzGerald. Having spent most of her childhood in West Vancouver, FitzGerald developed a deep appreciation for art during her painting classes at the Silk Purse Arts Centre and her visits to the West Vancouver Library. Renowned […]
Learn new strategies and take part in friendly, non-competitive games with other kids at your level. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, this club is for those who want to learn, play and improve their chess skills. Registration is required. Kids must register for each Kids Chess Club session they would like to […]
Join Issam Laradji to explore "agentic" AI, autonomous systems powered by large language models (LLMs) that make decisions and complete tasks with minimal human input. Discover how these intelligent agents revolutionize fields like software development, business processes, and personalized assistance. From coding and debugging to tailored customer support, agentic AI enhances productivity and quality. Learn […]
Join us for a half-hour of high-action rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and short stories designed to keep your toddler engaged and happy while building important pre-reading skills and learning that books are fun! A parent or caregiver must accompany all children. Drop in—no registration required. All children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
Learn how to use your WVML card to access O’Reilly’s digital platform and explore 50,000+ books, videos, playlists, audiobooks, and courses from top publishers in business and technology, covering data architecture, project management, coding, web design, machine learning, and more. Registration is required and opens on April 1 at 10 a.m.
Are you curious about coding? We’ll get you started with this gentle, hands-on introduction. In this class, you’ll work on projects, including how to make a password generator. Part I: Hello World! - Tuesday, May 20, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Part II: Code a Password Generator - Tuesday, May 27, 6 p.m. - 7:30 […]
The Parent-Child Mother Goose program is a group experience for parents and their infants focusing on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together. Parents gain skills and confidence which can enable them to create positive family patterns during their children's crucial early years and give their children healthy early experiences with […]
Mother’s Day celebrations are heartfelt and sincere, or are they performative? What does it mean to mother or to be a mother? Or is it really just all a matter of biology? Join moderator Reema Faris on the fourth Wednesday of the month to discuss topical social issues. Participants are from a wide range of backgrounds […]
The Parent-Child Mother Goose program is a group experience for parents and their infants that focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together. Parents gain skills and confidence that can enable them to create positive family patterns during their children's crucial early years and give their children healthy early experiences […]
Join us for interactive free-play and a short storytime at 2:30 p.m. in the Storyhouse. Come for the entire time, or drop in for a bit—whatever works for you! Drop-in, no registration required. All children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
This is a program for 12 to 23-month-old babies on the move! Designed for wiggly, crawling, and walking little ones, it is full of songs, bounces, action rhymes, and very short stories to build language skills. Drop-in, no registration required. All children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
Babies have incredible brains, and it’s never too early to start immersing your little one in language. A program for our youngest Library lovers (0 – 12 months old), Babytime is full of songs, rhymes, and fingerplays that you can easily incorporate into your baby’s daily routine. Attending is also a great way to connect […]
Practise your English at home! Join our English language facilitators and other English language learners for a conversation using Zoom. Register here to join us on Thursday, May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29. We will send you a Zoom link prior to each session. Please register for each month separately.
Do you want to learn how to use your iPad, Android, or other mobile device? We are here to give you individualized help! Sign up for an appointment and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. Book an appointment by calling the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 […]
Do you want to learn how to use your iPad, Android, or other mobile device? We are here to give you individualized help! Sign up for an appointment and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. Book an appointment by calling the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 […]
Join us for a discussion group on current affairs in French. Rejoignez-nous pour un groupe de discussion sur l’actualité en français. This program is created for participants with an intermediate or advanced level of French. To engage fully with the materials, participants should be able to read, listen, and understand French independently. Participants are encouraged […]
Dragon Boat Festival is coming! Come join us to create pixel art with Simbrix while practicing your Mandarin-speaking skills. All language levels are welcome—we're here to help each other! Registration is required and opens on April 1 at 10 a.m.
Join us for a storytime full of books, rhymes, felt stories, and puppets for 3 – 5-year-olds. Children who have positive, fun experiences with language and books when they are young have an advantage when starting school. Research shows that five simple activities can help your child get ready to read and we focus on […]
Discover the full potential of your Mac computer! Join us for an overview of Mac features, including keyboard shortcuts, preferences and settings, and navigating your Mac Operating System (MacOS)! This is a virtual session. A Zoom link will be sent out prior to the session. Registration is required and opens on April 1, 2025 at […]
English Corner is an enjoyable way for intermediate-level speakers to practise English conversation skills. Registration is not required for this event. Participants are asked to arrive on time. Note: There will not be a session on March 21, April 11 and April 18. Facilitated by the Baha’i Community of West Vancouver in partnership with the […]
Children experience the joy of making music through song, games, dance, and instruments. This is a sampler class for young children to develop very basic music skills that may serve them in future music classes. This program runs Fridays from April 25 to June 20. No session on Friday, May 16th. Children should be able […]
Bonjour is a drop-in French conversation group created to help French speakers practise their everyday French conversation skills with fellow language enthusiasts. You will work in pairs and small groups (divided by levels) to discuss a weekly topic. Additionally, French books and articles will be provided to help with your comprehension and reading skills. All […]
In this class, you’ll learn how to use a web browser program, search for websites, and use Google Maps. Basic computer experience, or completion of our Computer Essentials I class, is required. After this class, you will be able to: Identify an Internet Service Provider and ways to connect to the Internet Recognize commonly used […]
Practise your reading skills by signing up for an appointment to read with Elqui, a certified St. John Ambulance therapy dog! Research shows that reading to a dog is tremendously motivational for kids and provides a calming, relaxed environment for children who may feel hesitant or anxious about reading. Paws 4 Stories runs on Fridays, […]
In celebration of the Library's 75th Anniversary, get ready to swing with the vibrant sounds of the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra! Featuring special guest Brian Charette on the Hammond B3 Organ, this lively performance will bring big band classics and contemporary jazz pieces to life in an unforgettable evening of music. About the Performers Grammy nominated, […]
A chance for families to hear stories, sing songs, and learn new fingerplays and rhymes. Librarians will let you know how to modify an activity for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers whenever possible. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Drop-in, no registration required. All children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
Welcome to Connect with Confidence: Android Edition! Join our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for Android mobile devices. Bring your Android device and an idea of what you want to accomplish. Collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your Android device in a classroom setting! We will […]
After a chance encounter, headstrong Kathy is drawn to Benny, a member of the Midwestern motorcycle club, the Vandals. As the club transforms into a dangerous underworld of violence, Benny must choose between Kathy and his loyalty to the club. Watch the trailer here. Doors open: 1:30 p.m. The movie starts at 2 p.m. Movie […]
Are you a local podcaster looking for community? Join us in The Lab for a casual podcaster meet-up! Network with local creators, share tips and tricks, and get inspired. Registration is recommended and will open on April 1, 2025. Drop-ins are welcome as space permits.
A program for children of all ages to build the literacy skills used in our other storytime programs—but in French! Children will enjoy French stories, songs and more. Venez vous amuser en français avec des histoires, des marionettes, et des chansons. Drop-in, no registration required. All kids must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and an idea of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We […]