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What's On at NVDPL
Book Clubs
 
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 
    Learn More
  • Parkgate Evening Club
    Brother by David Chariandy
    Wednesday, June 5 | 7:30pm—8:30pm
    Learn More
  • Parkgate Afternoon Club
    Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance 
    Tuesday, June 4 | 2:30pm—3:30pm
    Learn More
  • Lynn Valley Afternoon Club
    The History of Bees by Maja Lunde
    Wednesday, June 12 | 2:30pm—3:30pm
    Learn More
  • Lynn Valley Evening Club
    Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan 
    Thursday, June 13 | 7:30pm—8:30pm
    Learn More
  • Afternoon Tea Club | Parkgate Library 
    The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
    Thursday, June 13 | 3:00pm-4:00pm
    Learn More
  • Monday Morning Book Club | Lynn Valley
    An Unsuitable Match by Joanna Trollope
    Monday, June 17 | 10:00am—11:00am 
    Learn More
  • 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
    Learn More
  • Armchair Detective Society | Capilano Library
    Novels of Arnaldur Indriðason 
    Thursday, June 27 | 3:00pm—4:00pm
    Learn More
 
 
This Week for Adults
 
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 
 
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
 
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
 
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
Learn More
 
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
 
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
 
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
 
 
Coming Up for Adults 
 
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
 
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
 
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

Learn More

 
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
 
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.
 Learn More
 
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
 
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
 Learn More
 
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
 
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 changeLearn More
  • Lynn Valley Library
    Tuesdays: June 11, July 9
    10:00am-11:00am 
  • Capilano Library
    Tuesdays: June 18, July 16
    10:30am-11:30am 
 
 
For Teens
 
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
    Learn More
  • Lynn Valley Library 
    Wednesdays: May 29 & June 26
    6:00pm-7:00pm
    Learn More
 
 
This Week for Kids
 
Weekly Storytime
We host regular weekly storytimes to support & develop early literacy through singing, talking, reading, and playing. Follow the links for more information.
 
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
 
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
 
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.
 
Coming Up for Kids
 
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
In this newsletter
 
 
Envisioning New Library Spaces
Drop in to a community meeting about library spaces and how we can meet your needs! Join us for a presentation and consultation to help inform improvements to our spaces.
Parkgate Library
Monday, May 27
9am – 12pm
Lynn Valley Library
Tuesday, May 28
9:00 am – 11:30 am

Call 604-990-5800, ext. 8102 to reserve your space!
 
Tell us how we're doing!
We're looking for feedback from our community! How satisfied are you with library staff and services? Let us know by filling out this brief survey! Learn More
 
Summer Sundays
The library is closed on Sundays until September 15. Learn More
 
SUMMER FILM CAMP @ NVDPL 
Applications are now open for a 5-day summer camp with filmmaking professionals! Apply by May 15. Learn More
 
North Shore Authors Collection 
Your North Shore libraries proudly present a new collection to showcase the gifted writers in our midst. Are you an emerging or established local writer interested in having your book featured? Apply to participate by June 30. Learn More
 
Now Playing
Check out what's playing at the library. Learn More
 
Become a Friend
We're always looking for new Friends! Annual memberships are just $5 per year. Learn More
 
NVDPL Staff Picks
Wondering what to READ, WATCH, or LISTEN TO next? Learn More
 
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District Public Library
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