Can't see this email? Click here to view this message in browser window.

Indigenous History Month

The Library is offering a number of ways to support community members in marking Indigenous History Month, a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of Indigenous Peoples.

Make a heart for the Library’s Heart Garden to honour the children lost to the Residential School system, browse our online resources and recommended reads, and attend an event.

Plus, join us for a special Big Ideas lecture:

An Evening with Angela Sterritt hosted by Candis Callison
Friday, June 16, 7 – 8:15 p.m.

Book the Recording Studio!

Featuring a selection of industry-standard equipment, the Recording Studio is available to all WVML cardholders. Register for a mandatory orientation session and get started!

Go By Bike Week: May 27 – June 4

Ride your bike to the Library and receive a gift card to Caffination! You can also borrow a bike lock or repair kit from the Help Desk. Plus, there's still time to register for Saturday's Spring Cycling Maintenance and Intro to E-Bikes Workshop with Obsession: Bikes.

North Shore Authors Collection
Don’t miss your chance to have your book featured in the North Shore Authors Collection at your North Shore library. Submit your book for consideration by June 30!

Featured Art & Music Events 

North Shore Jazz Series: Charly Lowry

Friday, June 23, 7:30 – 8:45 p.m.
Musical powerhouse Charly Lowry is an "Artivist" raising awareness about the plight of her Indigenous ancestors, which pairs perfectly with her quartet’s potent blues, rock and fierce folk tunes.

Art Talks: Paul Hetherington in Conversation with Hilary Letwin

Hear about the creations featured in The Bricktacular West Coast Modern Show (on display until July 31) in this recorded talk.  

Featured Events for Adults

Meet Your MLA: Karin Kirkpatrick

Thursday, June 1, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Connect with Karin in this informal chat and discuss any questions and comments you have about the province of BC.

Audio Recording with Reaper

Tuesdays, June 6 and 13, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Join us for this two-part series on Reaper, a powerful audio production software.

Indigenous Storytelling by Ta Síiy̓uxwa tl’a Sḵwx̱wú7meshulh (The Elders of the Squamish People)

Each session will begin with a blessing offered by an Elder, followed by an Elder sharing stories from their life and culture, ending with an opportunity for questions.

Tech Talk: Podcasting with Aaron Pete

Thursday, June 8, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Aaron Pete, host of the Bigger Than Me podcast, will share his tips for success in the world of podcasting.

Movie Matinees

Saturdays, June 10 and 17, 2 – 4 p.m.
June 10: Ever Deadly features Inuit throat singer Tanya Tagaq 

June 17: Wildhood follows a two-spirit Mi’kmaw teenager

Tech Talk: Digital Legacy Planning

Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Discover how to manage and protect your digital assets and ensure your wishes are carried out.

Dialogues: Online Learning and Work

Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

As a result of the global COVID pandemic, there was a significant shift to learning online and working online. What does this experience mean for the future of education and the future of work?

Summer Reading Club: Journey Through Time

Summer Reading Club is back!

We have clubs for pre-readers, elementary students, and teens. Registration starts June 1!

Storytime at West Vancouver Community Cultural Fest | All Ages

Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3

Storytimes will take place right beside the Library's tent at Ambleside Park.

Friday: 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.

Saturday: 12 and 3 p.m.

Beat the Heat! Drop-in Play + Storytime | Birth – 5 Years

Tuesdays, 1 – 3:30 p.m. 
Drop in on Tuesday afternoons for some interactive free play and a short Storytime at 2:30 p.m.

Experience Recording! | Ages 10 – 13

Tuesday, June 13, 3:45 – 5 p.m.

This hands-on workshop is for creative young people with an interest in recording their own podcasts, poetry, audiobooks, or music. 

Thank you for supporting Shred-It!

This was the 7th Shred-It event and this year the Friends raised just over $3,000.

Proceeds go towards Library programs and services like the Summer Reading Club, Family Explorer Backpacks, North Shore Writers Festival, and more.

A big thank you to the many Library staff, Trustees, and Friends who give their time to ensure the event is a success.

In 2000, West Vancouver resident Robert Leslie Welsh bequeathed his estate to the Library in support of music programs and collections. More than 20 years later, this gift is still funding significant enhancements to the Library, including Friday Night Concerts, Wee Musician Kits for kids, and the brand-new Recording Studio, which features a selection of industry-standard equipment and software. 

For more information, visit wvml.ca/legacy or contact the Foundation at 604-925-7425.