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There's so much to discover at your City Library! The library hosts programs and events dedicated to lifelong learning in all forms. Whether you're 9 or 109 or any age in between, there's a library program or event for you. Explore the full calendar.

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Book clubs

Join in one of the library's many book clubs for thoughtful discussion and contemplation, led by a librarian. Explore book clubs | Check the calendar for upcoming dates. 

Spokes ’n’ Words

Catch the library's Spokes 'n' Words book bike zipping around the city offering free Wi-Fi, storytimes, curated titles and more. Don't have a library card? Register at the bike! Explore Spokes 'n' Words | Check the calendar for upcoming dates.

Storytimes

Join us for stories, fingerplays, rhymes and songs. Our early literacy programs for babies and toddlers are based on simple concepts, repetition and movement. Check the calendar for upcoming events.

Seniors' Gathering

Make social connections while learning something new! This group is for adults 55 and older, and meets monthly. Each meeting has a different theme. Explore the seniors community hub | Check the calendar for upcoming events.

Newcomer and immigrants' circles

New to Canada? Join a newcomers circle to learn about Canadian culture and history, make new friends or practice English conversation. Explore the newcomer & immigrants community hub | Check the calendar for upcoming events.

Teen open space

The teen room is reserved for youth in grades 7 – 12 every day after school. With lounge seating and group study tables, it's a great spot to play a game with friends or do homework. Explore the teen community hub | Check the calendar for upcoming dates.

Open door community hub

The twice-weekly open door community hub is a welcoming, drop-in space for people to access community support services, gather for fellowship and have light refreshments. Explore the open door community hub.

Open gaming

Try out a new game or an all-time favourite like Minecraft in an open gaming session in the library's Collaboratory. Explore the Collaboratory | Check the calendar for upcoming dates.

Library small grants

The library small grants program offers grants of up to $500 to City of North Vancouver residents who are excited to offer free programs that foster connection and belonging. Read more and apply.

What's happening at the library

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Storytime

Baby storytime

Friday, November 13, 2026, 10:15 am to 10:45 am

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Collaboratory

Introduction to online privacy

Friday, November 13, 2026, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

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Storytime

Baby storytime

Friday, November 13, 2026, 11:15 am to 11:45 am

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Immigrants and newcomers

English Corner (virtual) — November 2026

TODAY, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

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Teens and tweens

Teen open space

Friday, November 13, 2026, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Beginner English Corner (in person) — November 2026

Friday, November 13, 2026, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Collaboratory

Tech for tots

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11:15 am to 12:15 pm

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General

Collage party

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

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Collaboratory

Family gaming

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

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Storytime

Cozy storytime

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 11:00 am to 11:30 am

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Open door community hub

Open door community hub

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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Collaboratory

Open gaming: Minecraft

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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Tech help sessions

iPhone and iPad help

Monday, November 16, 2026, 10:00 am to 11:00 am

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Children

Family drop-in

Monday, November 16, 2026, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Children

Learn sign at storytime

Monday, November 16, 2026, 11:00 am to 11:30 am

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Immigrants and newcomers

Canadian culture and language training – Basic

Monday, November 16, 2026, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Conversation circles for community connection - Intermediate

Monday, November 16, 2026, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

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Collaboratory

Drop-in technology help

Monday, November 16, 2026, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

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Teens and tweens

Teen open space

Monday, November 16, 2026, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Children

Make a woodland animal mosaic

Monday, November 16, 2026, 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Citizenship test preparation workshop

Monday, November 16, 2026, 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Conversation circles for the workplace - Intermediate

Monday, November 16, 2026, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Conversation circles for the workplace – Basic

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Immigrant seniors learning circle (beginner/basic level)

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

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Teens and tweens

Teen open space

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Teens and tweens

Tween minute-to-win-it challenges

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Citizenship test preparation workshop

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

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Collaboratory

Make a stop motion movie

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

English Corner (in person) — November 2026

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

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Open door community hub

Open door community hub

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Seniors

Seniors' device clinic

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 10:00 am to 11:30 am

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Storytime

Toddler storytime

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 10:00 am to 10:30 am

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Immigrants and newcomers

Conversation circles for the workplace – Basic

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Conversation circles for community connection - Intermediate

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Canadian culture and language training – Basic

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

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Collaboratory

Android help

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

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Teens and tweens

Teen open space

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Citizenship test preparation workshop

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

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Children

Study Stars

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Collaboratory

Collaboratory club

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm

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Low-impact living

Open sewing studio

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Conversation circles for the workplace - Intermediate

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

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Authors & writers

Keiko Honda: In praise of lightness

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Conversation circles for the workplace – Basic

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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Teens and tweens

Teen open space

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Teens and tweens

Teen open gaming

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Citizenship test preparation workshop

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Career growth through data engineering کارگاه راهنمایی مسیر شغلی در حوزه مهندسی داده

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Conversation circles for the workplace - Intermediate

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

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Collaboratory

MS Office learn and practice: Intro to Excel

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

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General

North Shore knitters

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

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Storytime

Baby storytime

Friday, November 20, 2026, 10:15 am to 10:45 am

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Collaboratory

Introduction to online security

Friday, November 20, 2026, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

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Storytime

Baby storytime

Friday, November 20, 2026, 11:15 am to 11:45 am

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Immigrants and newcomers

English Corner (virtual) — November 2026

Friday, November 20, 2026, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

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Teens and tweens

Teen open space

Friday, November 20, 2026, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Immigrants and newcomers

Beginner English Corner (in person) — November 2026

Friday, November 20, 2026, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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