Events

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,…

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…

Are you curious about podcasting and considering starting a podcast of your own? Join this session to learn the basics of podcasting, from planning and recording to editing and sharing your podcast with the world.

This course is part of the…

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners.

This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers.

Drop-in. 

Calling all seniors! Do you love to watch films based on books? Come to the Library’s Montalbano Theatre to enjoy a movie with your morning coffee, meet and mingle with other seniors, and chat about classic films and the books that inspired…

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

For intermediate speakers.

Drop-in.

Meet one-to-one with a social worker for support with housing, record suspensions, employment, referrals to community services, and more. In Partnership with Connective.

Relax and enjoy the many benefits of colouring with like-minded creatives. We'll provide the colouring pages and pencil crayons!

Drop-in.

Are you curious about special features at VPL's largest location? Join us for a guided tour of the resources and public spaces on the nine floors of the Central Library!

This program is drop-in. Meet your guide outside the main…

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

For intermediate speakers.

Drop in.

Bring your hand stitching project (embroidery, knitting, crochet, etc.), share skills and socialize.

In partnership with The Learnary.

Free, Drop-in.

Conducted in Mandarin with Cantonese support.

Take a journey with us as we explore the beauty of the world both on the road and on the page. Let's share favourite travel experiences and books about the places you've been or dream of…

Need help using your computer, tablet, smartphone or e-reader? Do you have questions about using social media or the Internet? Bring your device and get help with your technology questions from library staff.No registration required. 

With only a few minutes to grab your attention, a talented line-up of established and emerging local writers showcase their works and bring you into their world.

Want to share your work at the next Writers Showcase?

Email programs@vpl.ca…

Have you ever wondered where to start learning about Indigenous considerations in Vancouver? Join us for an introduction to land acknowledgements, Truth and Reconciliation, common terminology, recent changes like UNDRIP, and a few things…

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,…

In this class, practice the basics of sound editing, including: importing audio, splitting clips, and working with multiple tracks. Learn best practices for saving and sharing your work.

This course is part of the Inspiration Lab’s Sound…

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

For intermediate speakers.

Drop-in.

Meet one-to-one with a social worker for support with housing, record suspensions, employment, referrals to community services, and more. In Partnership with Connective.

Relax and enjoy the many benefits of colouring with like-minded creatives. We'll provide the colouring pages and pencil crayons!

Drop-in.