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Travel through time and across great (and small) distances on the page. Join Dayna Mahannah, Editor-in-Chief of Geist, for a writing workshop that explores the possibilities and challenges that various time zones can present in a story.
The…
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Thinking of starting a small business? Already running a business, but need more information? Register for this free workshop and learn where to find help with small business planning, market research, financial assistance and more.…
Registration required (24 spots remaining)Register for eventA program for parents and caregivers with young children. Songs, rhymes and stories are shared. Suitable for children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together.
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From poetry, short stories, essays to novels, the art of a well-placed metaphor has the power to draw readers in and create an unforgettable text. In this workshop, participants will work on crafting memorable metaphors through guided…
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Whether you're a writer or a lit lover, connect, learn, and celebrate the power of literary magazines as a launchpad for new voices at this panel of publishing professionals moderated by Room publisher Katie Stobbart. Come explore the…
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Launch not one, not two, but three lit mags’ recent issues: 47.3 “Bodies” by Room, issue 98 by SubTerrain, and Geist’s latest issue 127.
Enjoy readings by authors featured in all three issues.
Readers include: Bibi B, Jackie Bateman,…
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Rhymes, songs, bounces, fingerplays and stories for parents and caregivers with their babies. Recommended for newborns to approximately 18 months.
Please note: Children’s programming has been relocated to the BMO Community Program Room…
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.
Please note: Children’s programming has…
Rhymes, songs, bounces, fingerplays and stories for parents and caregivers with their babies. Recommended for newborns to approximately 18 months.
Please note: Children’s programming has been relocated to the BMO Community Program Room…
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.
Please note: Children’s programming has…
Rhymes, songs, bounces, fingerplays and stories for parents and caregivers with their babies. Recommended for newborns to approximately 18 months.
Please note: Children’s programming has been relocated to the BMO Community Program Room…
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We know it is tough to make friends in Vancouver so we're here to help. Bring your favourite book, graphic novel, DVD, podcast, blog or zine to discuss at this fun, casual, in-person event at Central Library.
You'll have six minutes with…
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In this workshop you will unlock your creativity and intuition using tarot cards, and use that power to help write your story.
Whether you write fiction or nonfiction, tarot is a tool that can help you access all aspects of your creative…
Registration fullJoin waitlist Are you exploring careers or looking for a job? Want to know how to find unadvertised jobs and access the hidden job market? Register for this free workshop, which introduces you to VPL's extensive job and career resources. Everyone is…
Registration required (29 spots remaining)Register for eventRhymes, songs, bounces, fingerplays and stories for parents and caregivers with their babies. Recommended for newborns to approximately 18 months.
Please note: Children’s programming has been relocated to the BMO Community Program Room…
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. BCSIS to improve your resume and help you land your next interview! We recommend bringing a copy of your current…
Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library. For Grades K-7.
Please note: Children’s programming has been relocated to the BMO Community Program Room (Room 916), Level 9.
VPL's Children's Services is working to…
TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group – a place where you can share your ideas about the library’s teen programs, services and collections! Our citywide TAGs bring teens together from all over Vancouver using Zoom or in-person! Get community…
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A practical joke spins out of control in the latest iteration of Opera Adventures! This session will explore Johann Strauss II's sparkling operetta, Die Fledermaus.
Hosted by Vancouver Opera’s regular guide, Nicholas Burns…
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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…
