Spring is in the air!

We have so many fun programs planned for Spring Break, and beyond! Registration is now open. Programs fill up quickly, so register soon! Read on to learn more.

Coming Soon

Bat Explorer Backpacks

This new grab and go backpack includes activity suggestions, helpful tips, books, and specialty items all about bats!

Choose from seven different themes to explore the many wonders in your community, and even your own back yard.

Community Recording Studio

We're opening a Recording Studio later this spring! The Recording Studio is a dedicated space for recording video and audio.  

SPRING PROGRAMS

See what programs we’re running this week or check out the full list of programs happening Spring Break.

Unless otherwise noted, all programs are in-person at the Library and require pre-registration.

Storytimes for All

Family Big Screen Storytime + Play | Ages 3 – 7
Wednesday, March 15, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Full STEAM ahead! Join us in The Lab for an hour of stories, songs, rhymes, and play.

Fun in Farsi Storytime: Celebrate Norooz! | All Ages
Saturday, March 18, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Songs, rhymes, and story will primarily be delivered in Farsi (with a little bit of English). Drop-in, but space may be limited.

Things with Wings

All About Bats | Ages 7+
Thursday, March 23, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Did you know that half the bat species in BC are considered at risk? Learn about these misunderstood creatures, and find out why they are an important part of the environment in BC.

Movie Matinee

Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Saturday, March 25, 2 - 4 p.m. 

Lyle, the crocodile, is perfectly happy living with the Primms on East 88th St. until irritable Mr. Grumps next door changes all that.

Art + Design

Family Programs

Family Cardboard Building Fun Ages 5+
Thursday, March 16, 10:30 – 11:45 a.m.

Family Extreme LEGO Challenges Ages 4–7
Tuesday, March 21,  4 – 4:45 p.m.

Ages 8+

Extreme LEGO Challenges | Ages 8–10
Tuesday, April 4, 4 – 4:45 p.m.

Experience Recording! | Ages 10-13
Tuesday, April 25,  3:45 – 5 p.m.

Build Your Tech Skills

Circuit Boards and C++ with Koala Koders | Ages 9 – 12
Wednesdays, April 12 - May 3, 3:45 –5 p.m.

Create with Tech: Laugh Out Loud | Ages 9–12
Thursday, April 13, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Reading + Literacy 

Book Buddies | Ages 6 – 12 Saturdays, April 15 – May 6, 3 – 4 p.m.

Children will play literacy games and practise their reading skills with teen volunteers during this one-hour program.

Paws 4 Stories | Ages 6 – 12
Fridays, April 21 - May 12, 3:30 - 5 p.m.

Practise reading skills by signing up for an appointment to read with Misty, a certified St. John Ambulance therapy dog! 

Earth Week! 

Family Nature Exploration with the Seek App | Ages 6+
Saturday, April 15, 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Escape Room: Protect the Planet Ages 9 – 12 [VIRTUAL]
Tuesday, April 18, 4 – 4:45 p.m.

Create with Tech: Earth Day  Ages 9 – 12
Thursday, April 20, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Adopt-a-Fish: Salmon Release  Ages 5+
Saturday, April 22, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Fishy Fun Family Storytime | All Ages
Saturday, April 22, 10:30 - 11 a.m., Drop-In

Be sure to add your name to the waitlists when programs fill up. For assistance with registration or for more information, contact us at 604.925.7408 or youth@westvanlibrary.ca.

The enhanced programs and service offerings you know and love at the Library are only possible through donations to the WVML Foundation. Recent funding supported the new Launchpads, Build and Play Kits, Lit Circle Kits, plus concerts for kids and Booktopia: A Literary Festival for Young People.