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| Drop into a book club near you! Here's what we're reading this month: |
- Monday Morning Book Club | Lynn Valley
The Reason You Walk by Wab Kinew
Monday, March 18 | 10:00am—11:00am
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- Capilano Afternoon Book Club
Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance
Thursday, March 21 | 2:00pm—3:00pm
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- Capilano Evening Club
The History of Bees by Maja Lunde
Tuesday, March 26 | 7:30pm—8:30pm
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- Cooking the Books | Capilano Library
Vegetarian India by Madhur Jaffrey
Wednesday,March 27 | 2:00pm—3:00pm
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- Cooking the Books | Parkgate Library
Cookbooks by Lynn Crawford
Thursday, March 28 | 2:30pm—3:30pm
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- Armchair Detective Society | Capilano Library
Novels of Tana French
Thursday, March 28 | 3:00pm—4:00pm
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- Parkgate Afternoon Club
Three Men in a Boat by Jerome K. Jerome
Tuesday, April 2 | 2:30pm—3:30pm
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- Parkgate Evening Club
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee
Wednesday, April 3 | 7:30pm—8:30pm
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- Lynn Valley Afternoon Club
Brother by David Chariandy
Wednesday, April 10 | 2:30pm—3:30pm
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- Lynn Valley Evening Club
Son of a Trickster by Eden Robinson
Thursday, April 11 | 7:30pm—8:30pm
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- Afternoon Tea Club | Parkgate Library
Lab Girl by Hope Jahren
Thursday, April 11 | 3:00pm-4:00pm
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| This Week for Adults |
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| English Conversation Corner |
Come practice your English language skills in a fun group of other new speakers. Meet new people, learn English, and have fun! This program is presented in partnership with the Baha'is of North Vancouver. Drop in! No registration required. Learn More
- Parkgate Library
Mondays | 6:00pm-8:00pm
Fridays | 11:30am-1:30pm
- Capilano Library
Mondays | 1:00pm-2:30pm
- Lynn Valley Library
Tuesdays | 1:00pm-2:30pm
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| Friday Night Film Club: The Hate U Give |
Friday, March 15 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Parkgate Library
Drop in to a free screening of The Hate U Give then stick around to have a chat about the film with your fellow movie-goers! Learn More |
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| Monday Night at the Movies: The Old Man and the Gun |
Monday, March 18 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Capilano Library
Bring your treats and join us for a screening of The Old Man and the Gun at the Library. Learn More |
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| Meet Your Mayor |
Come meet your Mayor! Newly elected Mayor Mike Little will be connecting with residents on issues of local importance and answering questions from the community. Drop in for an informal chat. All events are subject to change. Learn More
- Capilano Library
Tuesdays: March 19 & April 16
10:30am-11:30am
- Lynn Valley Library
Tuesday, April 9
10:00am-11:00am
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| Join Jane with MLA Jane Thornthwaite |
Tuesday, March 19 | 11:00am-12:00pm
& Saturday, March 23 | 11:00am-12:00pm
Lynn Valley Library
Stop in for a chat with MLA for North Vancouver-Seymour Jane Thorthwaite. Learn More |
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| NEW MOOC: Justice - An Introduction to Moral and Political Philosophy |
Parkgate Library
First Three Wednesdays of the Month starting March 6
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Justice, one of the most famous courses taught at Harvard College, is an introduction to moral and political philosophy, offering an opportunity to discuss contemporary dilemmas and controversies. Join us each week to view and discuss lectures in this new MOOC. Space is limited! Learn More |
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| Knit Nites |
Wednesdays | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Parkgate Library
Drop in and stitch with some fellow knitting-enthusiasts from your community! All are welcome, from beginners to experts. Bring your own needles and yarn, and come by our cozy Lantern Lounge for a knit and purl. No registration required. Learn More |
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| World Affairs Forum |
Thursday, March 21 | 7:00pm-8:30pm
Lynn Valley Library
Join us for a lively and free-ranging discussion of current world affairs. Your opinion matters! No registration required. Learn More |
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| Coming Up for Adults |
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| Friday Night Film Club: A Star is Born |
Friday, March 22 | 6:15pm-8:30pm
Parkgate Library
Drop in to a free screening of A Star is Born then stick around to have a chat about the film with your fellow movie-goers! Learn More |
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| Monday Night at the Movies: Colette |
Monday, March 25 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Capilano Library
Bring your treats and join us for a screening of Colette at the Library. Learn More |
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| SFU Philosophers' Café: Media & Gender Identity |
Monday, March 25 | 7:00pm-8:30pm
Capilano Library
Living in an image-saturated world, gaps emerge between our own sense of self and media representations of an ideal self. How do such representations influence our sense of identity and affect our lives? Learn More |
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| Seniors Helping Seniors Series |
Join us at the library to learn about health, wellness, and financial and personal planning as you age! Here’s what is coming up next:
- Falls Prevention
Tuesday, March 26 | 10:30am—12:00pm
Parkgate Library
- Wills and Estates
Monday, April 1 | 10:30am—12:00pm
Lynn Valley Library
- Better Health: Diabetes
Thursday, April 11 | 10:30am—12:00pm
Capilano Library
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| Camp NaNoWriMo: Write a novel! |
Tuesdays: March 26, April 3, April 23 & May 8
6:00pm-7:00pm
Capilano Library
Do you have a writing project that has been waiting for you to actually start it? Or a writing project that’s stalled out? Think your life is too busy to commit to writing? Come join us to get the motivation, inspiration, and positive peer-pressure to help you go from thinking about writing to actually writing. Learn More |
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| Discussion Lounge |
Wednesday, March 27 | 2:30pm-4:00pm
Parkgate Library
Have you read, watched, listened to or thought about anything recently that inspires you enough to share and discuss with others? Drop by for a discussion! Learn More |
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| Friday Night Film Club: The Favourite |
Friday, March 29 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Parkgate Library
Drop in to a free screening of The Favourite then stick around to have a chat about the film with your fellow movie-goers! Learn More |
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| Cannabis Legalization and Legislation in Canada |
Tuesday, April 2 | 2:00pm-3:30pm
Lynn Valley Library
In October of 2018, Canada became the 2nd country in the world to legalize cannabis for recreational use. What does this mean for Canadians? Join Neil Boyd and Scott Bernstein for a discussion of the history of drug prohibition and policies in Canada, Federal and Provincial roles for drug policy and addressing substance use, the legalization of cannabis for recreational use and what outcomes Canadians can expect, as well as the impact of legalization on medical cannabis! Register online. Learn More |
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| 20th Anniversary North Shore Writers Festival |
April 5-6
Lynn Valley Library
Join us for a celebration of Canadian writers and readers! This year's lineup features the award-winning Darrel McLeod, Canada Reads Finalist Lindsay Wong, bestseller Monique Gray Smith, Audiobook Narrator Erin Moon, and a "Finding Your Audience" workshop from the North Shore Writers' Association. Oh, and of course, Literary Trivia! Learn More |
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| For Teens |
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| Teen Advisory Group |
Do you want to have a say in how the library serves teens? Or talk about the books you like? Or do fun stuff that helps out the library (and get volunteer hours)? The Teen Advisory Group meets to do all that — and, of course, eat delicious snacks. If you’re in grades 8 to 12, you’re welcome to join us at an upcoming meeting:
- Capilano Library
Mondays: April 15, May 13 & June 17
4:00pm-5:00pm
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- Lynn Valley Library
Wednesdays: April 24, May 29, June 26
6:00pm-7:00pm
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| Disc-ART-ed Teen Art Contest |
March 1-31
Use your creativity to incorporate discarded book pages into an art project of your choosing and you could win prizes and have your artwork displayed at the library!
To enter:
- Drop by the teen spaces at any NVDPL location in March to grab a bag full of discARTed book pages.
- Envision how you’d like to bring the pages to life (A painting? Sculpture? Collage? It’s up to you!)
- Return your finished artwork to any NVDPL location with your entry form (included in the bag) by March 31.
- That’s it! You'll be entered to win a Michaels gift card, book prizes, AND the winner's artwork will be displayed in the Capilano Library teen space.
Contest open to teens and tweens in grades 6-12. Questions? Contact Teen Engagement Librarian Rebekah at adamsr@nvdpl.ca. |
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| This Week for Kids |
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| Weekly Storytime |
| We host regular weekly storytimes to support & develop early literacy through singing, talking, reading, and playing. Follow the links for more information.
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| Fun with Lego |
Saturday, March 16 | 10:30am-12:30pm
Parkgate Library
Drop into the Library for an open Lego session. We’ll provide the Lego, and your task will be to let your imagination run wild. Play, create and experiment as you like! For ages 4-12. Drop in! No registration required. Learn More |
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| Paper Bag Art Surprise |
March 18-29
Parkgate Library
What will you make with your secret art supplies in a paper bag? Any time during Spring Break (while supplies last) you can pick up supplies at the Info Desk then get creating! Just bring your imagination. For ages 5 and up. Drop in! Learn More |
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| Spring Break Fun with Lego |
Drop into the Library for an open Lego session during Spring Break!
- Capilano Library
Tuesdays: March 19 & 26
10:00am-1:00pm
- Parkgate Library
Tuesday, March 19 & Thursday, March 28
10:00am-12:00pm
- Lynn Valley Library
Fridays: March 22 & 29
2:00pm-4:00pm
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| Spring Break Paws 4 Stories: DATE CHANGE! |
Tuesday, March 19 | 11:00am-12:30pm
& Wednesday, March 20 | 10:30am-12:00pm
Capilano Library
Come and meet Jo, our friendly St. John Ambulance Therapy dog, who loves being read to! Drop in for a 20 minute reading session. For ages 7 and up. Please note the March 27 session is now cancelled and rescheduled for Tuesday, March 19. Learn More |
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| Baby and Toddler Party |
Wednesdays: March 20 & 27 | 10:30am-11:30am
Parkgate Library
Come for story time and stay and play with toys and board books – after storytime, parents are welcome to chat or check out some of our great book displays in the program room. Drop in! Learn More |
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| Family Dance Party |
Wednesday, March 20 | 10:30am-11:00am
Lynn Valley Library
Come shake your sillies out and wiggle your waggles away at our family dance party. Half an hour of music, dancing & fun! Drop in. Learn More |
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| Baby Party |
Thursday, March 21 | 10:30am-11:30am
Lynn Valley Library
Drop into the Library for an open Lego session. We’ll provide the Lego, and your task will be to let your imagination run wild. Play, create and experiment as you like! For ages 4-12. Drop in! No registration required. Learn More |
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| Coming Up for Kids |
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| Spring Break Family Movies |
Drop into the Library for a screening of these family favourite films!
- Capilano Library
Peter Rabbit
Saturday, March 23 | 2:30pm – 4:30pm
- Parkgate Library
Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone
Wednesday, March 27 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
- Capilano Library
Christopher Robin
Saturday, March 30 | 2:30pm – 4:30pm
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| Buttons and Bracelets |
Wednesday, March 27 | 10:30am-12:00pm
Capilano Library
Love crafts? Learn how to make friendship bracelets and create your button to take home. Supplies provided. For ages 7 and up. Learn More |
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| DIY Storytime |
Wednesday, March 27 | 10:30am-11:30am
Lynn Valley Library
Join us for a fun, parent-directed hour. We will provide the books, puppets and supplies you need to create your own mini-storytime! All ages. Drop in. Learn More |
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| Build a Reading Fort |
Thursday, March 28 | 6:30pm-7:30pm
Parkgate Library
Bring your favourite blanket, pillow and stuffie and get building a family reading fort! We’ll provide tablecloths, clothes pegs and clips for you to create a cozy reading fort in the children’s area of the library. Bring a flashlight to make things extra cozy for reading in your fort. For all ages. Drop in! Learn More |
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| Spring Break Film Camp |
March 25-29 | 9:30am-12:30pm
Lynn Valley Library
Are you a youth aged 11-14 interested in making movies? Sign up for a spring break program at the Library where you’ll use professional filmmaking equipment and work in teams to create a film around the theme of “Who Are You? Representing Your Story on Screen.” Camp fee: $290, with bursaries available! Learn More |
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| Book Buddies |
Does your child need some extra encouragement with their reading? Book Buddies can help! Children are matched with a teen volunteer to read aloud to each other, choose books to take home, and do literacy-based activities. Registration required!
- Capilano Library
Mondays, April 1 - May 13* no session April 22
4:00pm-6:00pm
- Parkgate Library
Tuesdays, April 9-May 14
4:00pm-6:00pm
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| Paws 4 Stories starts April 3! |
Come and read to a friendly dog at the library! Paws 4 Stories is a St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Community Service that is designed to assist in helping to improve reading skills of children. Space is limited. Learn More
- Capilano Library
Wednesdays: April 3 - May 29
3:30pm-4:45pm
- Lynn Valley Library
Thursdays: April 4 - May 30
6:00pm-7:00pm
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