Collaboratory club

Wed, Jan 29 | 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm @ Collaboratory

Join us for this fun after-school open space where you can explore different Collaboratory gadgets and play video games. For youth ages 10 to 13.Access to technology will be first come, first... keep reading

The Language Lab

Wed, Jan 29 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ 2nd floor boardroom

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

North Shore Reads: The Pleasures & Perils of Travel

Wed, Jan 29 | 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm @ Online via Zoom

As the world returns to travel, Steve Burgess asks: Is satisfying our own wanderlust worth the trouble it causes everyone else? Or is the tourist guilty of the charges — from voyeurism to desecration ... keep reading

Persian book club باشگاه کتابخوانی فارسی

Wed, Jan 29 | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm @ First floor program room

توجه : ساعت ملاقات باشگاه کتابخوانی فارسی به بعد از ظهر آخرین چهارشنبه ماه (به جای صبح) تغییر داده شده است.  به باشگاه کتابخوانی فارسی ما در تاریخ ۲۹ ژانویه از ساعت ۶:۳۰ تا ۸:۳۰ بعد از ظهر از... keep reading

Recording station tour: Video

Wed, Jan 29 | 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 book and set up the room, and how to get started with... keep reading

Farsi technology drop-in assistance

Thu, Jan 30 | 2:00 pm to 3:30 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, Jan 30 | 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, Jan 30 | 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

Baby storytime

Fri, Jan 31 | 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, Jan 31 | 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, Jan 31 | 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

English corner (virtual) — January 2025

Fri, Jan 31 | 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, Jan 31 | 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, Jan 31 | 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, Feb 1 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ First floor program room

Paws 4 Stories is for children aged 7 – 10. It is run in partnership with the St. John Ambulance therapy dog program. In this program, a certified, friendly therapy dog sits with a chid to help the... keep reading

Family drop-in

Mon, Feb 3 | 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 for those taking care of children under the age of 5. Registration is not required.Please note,... keep reading

iPad and iPhone help

Mon, Feb 3 | 10:00 am to 11:15 am @ 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 work with a TechConnect staff member and... keep reading

Teen open space

Mon, Feb 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 Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

Teen Art and Promotion group meeting

Mon, Feb 3 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ Second floor teen room

The Teen Art and Promotion (TAP) group is comprised of pre-registered teen volunteers who have an interest in designing artwork for teens to be used in the library. Please note that volunteer... keep reading

Teen open space

Tue, Feb 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

Tween advisory group (TWAG) meeting

Tue, Feb 4 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm @ First floor program room

There are 15 spots left out of 15

Join us on the first Tuesday of the month 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

TechConnect drop-in technology help

Tue, Feb 4 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory

Need help with your smartphone, laptop, tablet or e-reader? Drop by the library for a 20-minute session with library staff (limit of one question per session). Staff are not able to assist with... keep reading

Toddler storytime

Wed, Feb 5 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department

Join us for stories, finger plays 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, Feb 5 | 10:00 am to 11:30 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

Teen open space

Wed, Feb 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

Collaboratory club

Wed, Feb 5 | 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm @ Collaboratory

Join us for this fun after-school open space where you can explore different Collaboratory gadgets and play video games. For youth ages 10 to 13.Access to technology will be first come, first... keep reading

The Language Lab

Wed, Feb 5 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ 2nd floor boardroom

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

Teen Advisory Council

Wed, Feb 5 | 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

Farsi technology drop-in assistance

Thu, Feb 6 | 2:00 pm to 3:30 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, Feb 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

Teen open gaming

Thu, Feb 6 | 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

Baby storytime

Fri, Feb 7 | 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, Feb 7 | 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, Feb 7 | 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, Feb 7 | 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

Paws 4 Stories

Sat, Feb 8 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm @ First floor program room

Paws 4 Stories is for children aged 7 – 10. It is run in partnership with the St. John Ambulance therapy dog program. In this program, a certified, friendly therapy dog sits with a chid to help the... keep reading

Family drop-in

Mon, Feb 10 | 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 for those taking care of children under the age of 5. Registration is not required.Please note,... keep reading

iPad and iPhone help

Mon, Feb 10 | 10:00 am to 11:15 am @ 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 work with a TechConnect staff member and... keep reading

Teen open space

Mon, Feb 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

Seniors' Gathering: Will preparation basics.

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

There are 27 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

Teen open space

Tue, Feb 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 Mondays through Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. (3 – 4:30 p... keep reading

TechConnect drop-in technology help

Tue, Feb 11 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm @ Collaboratory

Need help with your smartphone, laptop, tablet or e-reader? Drop by the library for a 20-minute session with library staff (limit of one question per session). Staff are not able to assist with... keep reading

Toddler storytime

Wed, Feb 12 | 10:00 am to 10:30 am @ Children's department

Join us for stories, finger plays 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

Android help

Wed, Feb 12 | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm @ Collaboratory

Join us for these group learning sessions tailored for Android phones and tablets.Bring your mobile Android device and an idea of what you would like to accomplish, and work with a TechConnect staff... keep reading

Teen open space

Wed, Feb 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

Collaboratory club

Wed, Feb 12 | 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm @ Collaboratory

Join us for this fun after-school open space where you can explore different Collaboratory gadgets and play video games. For youth ages 10 to 13.Access to technology will be first come, first... keep reading

The Language Lab

Wed, Feb 12 | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm @ 2nd floor boardroom

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

Recording station tour: Audio

Wed, Feb 12 | 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 book and set up the room, and how to get started with... keep reading

Farsi technology drop-in assistance

Thu, Feb 13 | 2:00 pm to 3:30 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, Feb 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