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North Shore Writers Festival

Thursday, April 24 – Saturday, April 26

North Vancouver District Public Library (Lynn Valley Branch)

Join your North Shore libraries for an unforgettable celebration of Canadian literature!

Dive into captivating stories with an outstanding lineup of speakers, featuring Charles Demers, Sam Wiebe, JJ Lee, Chelene Knight, Margaret Gallagher, and many more.

View the full lineup and register

Upcoming Closures

On Thursday, April 17, the Library will close early at 3 p.m. for a closed special event. The Library will also be closed on April 18, 20, and 21 for Easter, but will be open on Saturday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Questions about the April 28 federal election?

Start with our Elections Resource page. Then, join us on April 1 for a Community Conversation with Dr. Gerald Baier from UBC.

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New self-directed learning resource: O'Reilly

Join us for an info session on April 29 to learn how you can access tons of courses on topics like programming, cybersecurity, project management, and more.

Try out O'Reilly

Read our 2024 Impact Report

Explore what we accomplished in 2024 in our Impact Report. You can pick up a printed copy at the Library vestibule or read it online.

Read it here

Make a Difference in Your Local Community

If you are a West Vancouver resident, join a volunteer committee with the Library or the District!

Apply by April 23

Featured Art & Music Events

FRAMED NARRATIVES: A Carol Shumas Retrospective

April 3 – May 4
Known for her vibrant, narrative-driven paintings, Carol Shumas created hundreds of works inspired by musicals and theatre.

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Silent Movie Movie: Phantom of the Opera featuring The Invincible Czars in Concert

Friday, April 11, 7:30 – 8:45 p.m.

Step into cinematic history and watch the original 1925 silent horror masterpiece The Phantom of the Opera accompanied by a bold soundtrack performed live by The Invincible Czars.

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The West Vancouver Memorial Library's free music programs are made possible thanks to a generous bequest in support of music at the Library from the estate of Robert Leslie Welsh, through the West Vancouver Memorial Library Foundation.

Featured Events for Adults

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Local Voices with Eldon Phukuile

Wednesday, April 2, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Eldon Phukuile grew up in South Africa during the Apartheid era. Hear about whether or not he thinks South Africa, 40 years on, has fully realized its potential to live up to the dream of the "Rainbow Nation".

Digitization Basics

Fridays, April 4 and 11, 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Get an overview of the Library’s digitization equipment and convert your old tapes, slides, videos, and photos to digital formats.

TED Talks are back!

Tuesday, April 8 – Friday, April 11
Tune into this year’s conference livestream in the Welsh Hall, featuring talks about our digital futures, cutting-edge AI, and the limitless expression of human creativity.

Garden Talk: Gardening through Climate Change with Arzeena Hamir

Wednesday, April 9, 6 – 7:15 p.m.

Join Arzeena Hamir, a local organic farmer and food security expert, on Zoom to learn effective tips for managing your garden during extreme weather events.

Sailing from Rapa Nui (Easter Island) to Pitcairn by Tallship with Stephanie Hall

Thursday, April 10, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Join Library Director Stephanie Hall as she gives an illustrated presentation about her sailing adventures aboard a tallship.

From Estuaries to Ice Ages, Tide Flats to Tafoni: The Geology of the Salish Sea Region

Saturday, April 12, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Bob Turner‘s upcoming talk will shed light on the fascinating stories and geological wonders of the Salish Sea region.

Exploring Virtual Reality

Monday, April 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Try on VR headsets, explore exciting virtual worlds, and discover the magic of immersive experiences.

Atmospheric Rivers Climate Cafe

Tuesday, April 22, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Join Corinne Taylor and Ocean Ambassadors Canada for an interactive discussion on atmospheric rivers.

Podcaster Meet-Up

Saturday, April 26, 2:30 – 4 p.m.

Are you a local podcaster or podcast enthusiast looking for community? Join us in The Lab for a casual monthly meet-up!

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Rescue from Above: Drone Solutions for North Shore Search and Rescue

Monday, April 28, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Hear about drones' evolving capabilities, successes, and challenges in real-life search and rescue operations including a real life demo of the in action drone.

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Featured Events for Kids & Teens

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LEGO Stop-Motion Animation | Grades 4-5

Thursday, April 10, 3:45 – 5 p.m.
Work together to create a short film in this class that combines animation, green screens, and LEGO.

Draw Your Art Out! | Grades 4-7

Wednesday, April 23, 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
Calling all doodlers: join us in The Lab as we explore using iPads to create digital art.

Escape Room: Continent Cruise | Grades 5-7

Thursday, April 24, 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.

Work together in teams using literacy skills, creativity, and critical thinking to find clues, solve puzzles, and crack the codes!

Adopt-A-Fish: Salmon Release and Storytime

Saturday, April 26, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Start your morning with a fishy-themed storytime. Then, head to Memorial Park and release a juvenile Coho Salmon into the wild!

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Shred-It: Friends of the Library Fundraiser

Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Bring your confidential papers (no binders or large clips) and have them shredded on the spot! Drop them off with your donation, or stick around to watch the shredding in action.

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Foundation: Spotlight on Teens Giving Back

Thanks to the Stepping Stones Foundation, which is made up of JayJay CJZ Zhou, Ruilin Zhou, and Brian Guo from Collingwood and Mulgrave Schools, we received a generous donation of $2,400 towards funding initiatives like Skwxwú7mesh Sníchim Language Kits.

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