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Marking National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The Library will be open on September 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit us and explore our book displays and curated resource lists designed to promote learning and reconciliation. 

Plus, join us for these upcoming events:

Reading Circle – The Fire Still Burns: Life In and After Residential School by Sam George
Sunday, September 17, 3 – 4 p.m.

The Fire Still Burns: An Evening with Squamish Elder Sam George
Wednesday, September 27, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Storytelling, Songs, and Crafts with Lisa Lewis
Monday, October 2, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Teen Reading Circle
Thursday, October 5, 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.

The Library won an international Green Library Award

Our Climate Writer in Residence program earned us the Best Green Library Project award from the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA).

Holiday Hours
The Library will be closed on Labour Day (Monday, September 4).

Taylor Swift's book selections

Our cardigan-wearing librarians created this Enchanted booklist that is better than your Wildest Dreams for all you Swifties out there.

Explore our impact in 2022

In 2022, the Library offered 26,024 programs and regained pre-pandemic circulation numbers. We made big strides to reduce our carbon footprint, enhance the customer service experience, and develop groundbreaking programs.

Featured Art & Music Events 

In the Gallery

On now to October 9

The current SUMMERTIME HUES exhibition features the work of eight Bowen Island artists as they celebrate the beauty of natural light upon their island landscape.

Music Talks with Neil Ritchie

Tuesdays, September 12 – October 17, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Join longtime CBC producer Neil Ritchie as he celebrates the unique styles of artists from the worlds of film, opera, jazz, and more.

Friday Night Concert: Nova Quintet

Friday, September 29, 7:30 – 8:45 p.m.

Experience an unforgettable evening of chamber music featuring works by Mozart, Weber, and Price.

Featured Events for Adults

Fall Movie Matinees

Select Saturdays starting September 9

Get ready for cozy movie matinees at the Library this fall with films such as Belfast, The Whale, Women Talking, and Hocus Pocus.

Code a Website: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Mondays, September 11, 18, and 25, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Gain practical experience in crafting websites by learning the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in this three-part series.

Connect the Dots to a Healthier Life — Alcohol: What’s the New Limit?

Monday, September 11, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Learn about Canada’s new low-risk alcohol drinking guidelines and make informed decisions.

Unlock the power of Google Workspace

Tuesdays, September 12, 19, and 26, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m

Discover how to use Google Workspace, a free, powerful suite of cloud-based applications.

Two-Factor Authentication

Wednesday, September 13, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m

Learn about Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), a security measure that adds an extra layer of protection to your online accounts.

Recording Studio Essentials

Wednesday, September 13 at 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m
Sign up for this 90-minute crash course on how to operate audio interface and software.

Dialogues: I Believe in Better

Thursday, September 21, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Join Reema Faris for a monthly discussion on social issues. This month’s topic is: can we imagine a better future for humanity or are we doomed to extinction?

Try out our new Brain Health Collection

Tuesday, September 26, 2 – 3 p.m.

Explore our new Brain Health Collection, which includes up to 19 prepared activities and games that provide social engagement and cognitive stimulation.

Featured Events for Kids & Teens

Registration for September programs is now live!

Enrol your kids in our popular September programs like Escape Rooms, Choose Your Own Adventure, and Sound Recording before they fill up.

Summer Reading Club Medal Ceremony

Friday, September 15, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Visit the Library to receive your SRC medal, enter the grand prize draw, and pose for a photo with the Mayor and firefighters. 

Orff Kodaly Music for Children | Ages 2–3

Fridays, September 15 - November 3, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 
Discover the joy of creating music through singing, playing games, dancing, and using instruments.

Special thanks to City Market Park Royal and the Friends' volunteers for organizing the beautiful floral arrangements in the Library. 

WVML Foundation

The Library Bound Social Tea attendees now receive free transportation and snacks thanks to a generous gift to the WVML Foundation from the RBC Foundation along with some volunteer time from local RBC employees.