Events

Drop in for independent playtime with your children aged 5 and under and a chance to connect with other families. Explore library books, blocks and other toys in this casual self-led session. For ages 0 – 5 years.

Drop in for independent playtime with your children aged 5 and under and a chance to connect with other families. Explore library books, blocks and other toys in this casual self-led session. For ages 0 – 5 years.

Are you interested in learning about recording audio in the Inspiration Lab?

Come by for an orientation where staff will show you the library's audio recording equipment and studios. After attending this session, you'll know what you need…

Drop in for independent playtime with your baby and a chance to connect with other families. Explore library books, blocks and other toys in this casual, self-led session. For ages 0 – 18 months.

April 2- May 21

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up using Zoom.

For intermediate speakers.

To join this Zoom program, you will need a computer,…

Stories, songs, rhymes, and a new activity each week for preschool aged children with their parents or caregivers. For ages 3-5.

Registration is required. Contact the Children’s Library to register.

Rhymes, songs, fingerplays and simple stories for parents and caregivers with their toddlers. For ages 18 months to 3 years.

Rhymes, songs, bounces, fingerplays and stories for parents and caregivers with their babies. Recommended for newborns to approximately 18 months.

Drop in for independent playtime with your children aged 5 and under and a chance to connect with other families. Explore library books and toys in this casual self-led session.

Did you see that bird?!

Birding can help reduce stress and lower blood pressure.

Join us for a introduction to birding with Stanley Park Ecology and learn how to get started seeing birds in Vancouver! Find out where to watch birds around…

Rhymes, songs, bounces, fingerplays and stories for parents and caregivers with their babies. Recommended for newborns to approximately 18 months.

Looking for tips on writing a Canadian style resume that stands out? Meet one-on-one with experienced staff from S.U.C.C.E.S.S. BCNSP to improve your resume and help you land your next interview! Please bring a copy of your current resume…

Drop in for independent playtime with your baby and a chance to connect with other families. Explore library books, blocks and other toys in this casual, self-led session. For ages 0 – 18 months.

Join us for free movies on our big screen every other Wednesday evening!

This week's movie: Lawrence of Arabia

The story of T.E. Lawrence, the heroic and troubled man who organized the Arab nations to fight the Turks in World War I and…

Meet other teen artists, discuss creative projects and exchange ideas at this weekly in-person meet-up. Get your creative juices flowing with art prompts, explore new media using our supplies, and learn new techniques from guest…

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. For Grades K-7.

VPL's Children's Services is working to make our programs accessible to all…

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. For Grades K-7.

VPL's Children's Services is working to make our programs accessible to all…

Explore the world of STEAM and take on fun challenges with a teen buddy! Each week we’ll discover a different aspect of STEAM using LEGO, Osmos, Spheros, and more.

For Grades 2-4.

Please contact the branch to register.

Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library.

For Grades K-7.

In this series, we will be investigating different aspects of nature each week and working on a nature journal.

VPL's Children's Services is working…

Explore the world of STEAM and take on fun challenges with a teen buddy! Each week we’ll discover a different aspect of STEAM using LEGO, Osmos, Spheros, and more.

For Grades 2-4.

Please contact the branch to register.