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Drop into a book club near you! Here's what we're reading this month: |
- Capilano Evening Club
Grief Cottage by Gail Godwin
Tuesday, May 28 | 7:30pm—8:30pm
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- Parkgate Evening Club
Brother by David Chariandy
Wednesday, June 5 | 7:30pm—8:30pm
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- Parkgate Afternoon Club
Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance
Tuesday, June 4 | 2:30pm—3:30pm
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- Lynn Valley Afternoon Club
The History of Bees by Maja Lunde
Wednesday, June 12 | 2:30pm—3:30pm
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- Lynn Valley Evening Club
Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan
Thursday, June 13 | 7:30pm—8:30pm
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- Afternoon Tea Club | Parkgate Library
The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
Thursday, June 13 | 3:00pm-4:00pm
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- Monday Morning Book Club | Lynn Valley
An Unsuitable Match by Joanna Trollope
Monday, June 17 | 10:00am—11:00am
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- Cooking the Books | Capilano Library
Uncomplicated: Taking the Stress out of Home Cooking by Claire Tansey
Wednesday, June 26 | 2:00pm—3:00pm
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- Cooking the Books | Parkgate Library
Cookbooks by Greta Podleski
Thursday, June 27 | 2:30pm—3:30pm
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- Armchair Detective Society | Capilano Library
Novels of Arnaldur Indriðason
Thursday, June 27 | 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
Wednesdays until June 26 | 6:00pm-8:00pm
Fridays until June 14 | 11:30am-1:30pm
- Capilano Library
Mondays until August 26 | 1:00pm-2:30pm
- Lynn Valley Library
Tuesdays until August 13 | 1:00pm-2:30pm
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Friday Night Film Club: Stan & Ollie |
Friday, May 24 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Parkgate Library
Diminished by age and with their golden era as the kings of Hollywood comedy now behind them, Laurel & Hardy, one of the world's great comedy teams, set out on a tour of Britain in 1953. It’s an instant hit, but Stan & Ollie can't shake the specter of Laurel and Hardy's past. A tender funny tribute with wonderful performances from Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly. Learn More |
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Monday Night at the Movies: Vice |
Monday, May 27 | 6:00pm-8:30pm *early start
Capilano Library
Vice explores the epic story about how a bureaucratic Washington insider quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice-President to George W. Bush, reshaping the country and the globe in ways that we still feel today. Starring an utterly transformed Christian Bale as Dick Cheney and a steely Amy Adams as his wife Lynne Cheney. 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! Join us for our last session:
- Frauds and Scams
Tuesday, May 28 | 10:30am—12:00pm
Parkgate Library
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MOOC: Justice |
Parkgate Library
First Three Wednesdays of the Month
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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LGBTQ+ Awareness for Parents |
Thursday, May 30 | 7:00pm-8:30pm
Lynn Valley Library
Come find out why LGBTQ+ conversations matter for everyone, especially parents. Interested parents are invited to join Michele and Caroline, LGBTQ+ identified parents, for an open discussion on building communities and homes that welcome diversity, and discover how compassion and connection benefit every child and every parent. Register online or at 604-984-0286, ext. 8144. Learn More |
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Coming Up for Adults |
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Friday Night Film Club: Vice |
Friday, May 31 | 6:15pm-8:30pm *early start
Parkgate Library
Vice explores the epic story about how a bureaucratic Washington insider quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice-President to George W. Bush, reshaping the country and the globe in ways that we still feel today. Starring an utterly transformed Christian Bale as Dick Cheney and a steely Amy Adams as his wife Lynne Cheney. Learn More |
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Discussion Lounge |
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
- Fridays: June 7, July 5 & August 2
2:30pm—4:00pm
- Wednesdays: June 12, July 10 & August 14
10:30am—12:15pm
- Wednesdays: June 26, July 24 & August 28
2:30pm—4:00pm
- Fridays: June 21, July 19 & August 16
10:30am—12:15pm
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NEW! DocuTalks |
Saturdays: June 1 & 22, July 13, August 3 & 24
2:00pm-4:00pm
Capilano Library
Documentaries and discussions! Come watch a short documentary and then stay to discuss it. Check out these upcoming titles:
- June 1: The Green Book: Guide to Freedom
- June 22: My Farmland: The Changing Face of Canadian Farms
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Monday Night at the Movies: Free Solo |
Monday, June 3 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Capilano Library
Free Solo is a stunning, intimate and unflinching portrait of the free soloist climber Alex Honnold, as he prepares to achieve his lifelong dream: climbing the face of the world's most famous rock... the 3,000ft El Capitan in Yosemite National Park...without a rope. Learn More |
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Understanding the Gender and Sexuality Spectrum |
Confused or curious about the idea of gender and sexuality being part of a spectrum? Not sure what LGBTQ/2S means? Interested folks are invited to join youth from the organization Qmunity to learn more.
- Capilano Library
Tuesday, June 4 | 6:30pm-8:00pm
Register online or call 604-987-4471, ext. 8175.
- Lynn Valley Library
Thursday, June 27 | 6:30pm-8:00pm
Register online or call 604-984-0286, ext. 8144.
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The Passionate Sax: A Concert with Saxalamode |
Wednesday, June 5 | 7:00pm-8:00pm
Lynn Valley Library
Come and listen to the Saxalamode Sax Quartet as they play your favourite jazz charts and the tangos of Astor Piazzolla. You'll have an evening of listening that will have you and your friends kicking their heels and swingin' and swaying. Learn More |
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Residential Tenancy Law: Know Your Rights |
Are you a renter or a landlord? Do you know your rights when it comes to Residential Tenancy Law? Join Legal Advocates from North Shore Community Resources for a presentation on how to start and enter into tenancy, obligations of landlords and tenants, options for resolving disputes between landlords and tenants, and more. Two dates to choose from!
- Lynn Valley Library
Friday, June 7 | 10:30am-12:00pm
- Lynn Valley Library
Tuesday, June 18 | 7:00pm-8:30pm
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Friday Night Film Club: What They Had |
Friday, June 7 | 6:30pm-8:30pm
Parkgate Library
This film centers on a family in crisis. Bridget returns home to Chicago at her brother's urging to deal with her ailing mother and her father's reluctance to let go of their life together. Featuring Blythe Danner and Hilary Swank. Learn More |
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Meet Your Mayor |
Come meet your Mayor! 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
- Lynn Valley Library
Tuesdays: June 11, July 9
10:00am-11:00am
- Capilano Library
Tuesdays: June 18, July 16
10:30am-11:30am
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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
Monday, June 17 | 4:00pm-5:00pm
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- Lynn Valley Library
Wednesdays: May 29 & June 26
6:00pm-7:00pm
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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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After School Fun at the Library |
Wednesday, May 29 | 2:00pm-4:00pm
All locations
School’s out early! Drop in to the library to play with Lego, take yourself on a library scavenger hunt make a craft, or relax and read. The choice is yours! For ages 6 and up. Learn More |
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Day of the Honey Bee: Spelling Bee! |
Wednesday, May 29 | 3:30pm-4:30pm
Capilano Library
Celebrate the amazing world of bees with an fun activity and a Spelling Bee! Registrants will each be given a list of spelling bee words ahead of time. Registration required. Call 604-987-4471, ext. 8175. Learn More |
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Paws 4 Stories |
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
Register at 604-987-4471, ext. 8175.
- Parkgate Library
Thursdays: May 2—June 6
4:00pm—5:00pm
Register at 604-929-3727, ext. 8166.
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Coming Up for Kids |
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SUMMER FILM CAMP: Applications now open! |
Monday-Friday: July 22-26 | 9:30am-3:30pm
Lynn Valley Library
Are you a youth aged 11-14 interested in making movies? Film Camp is a 5-day school break program at the Library where students entering Grades 5, 6, 7 or 8 come to work with others and develop filmmaking skills. Submit an application to participate by May 15! Learn More |