We Want Your Photos of West Van, Old and New!

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North Shore Writers Festival April 24-26, 2025

We Want Your Photos of West Vancouver, Old and New

What if the photos tucked away in your old albums or buried in your phone's camera roll could help capture our community’s history? We’re looking for snapshots of neighbourhood festivals, beloved local businesses, and landmarks to help mark our 75th anniversary.

Selected photos will be added to the Library’s digital collection, be featured in a fall 2025 exhibit in the Art Gallery, and have a chance to win one of three $100 Park Royal gift cards.

Submit your photos by July 31

Summer Reading Club (SRC) is almost here

Everyone can participate in the fun this summer: join the club for pre-readers, kids, teens, or adults!

Kids, don't miss your chance to have our Honorary Librarian, West Vancouver Superintendent of Schools Chris Kennedy, register you for SRC when he visits on June 19.

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June is National Indigenous History Month

Find out how you can honour the stories, achievements, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples at the Library.

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Become a monthly donor and win a book bag

This is your last chance to become a Library Foundation monthly donor at $10 a month or more and receive a limited-edition 75th anniversary book bag.

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Featured Art & Music Events

In the Gallery - In Retrospect: West Vancouver Memorial Library

June 14 - August 18

This exhibition features a carefully curated collection of archival images that highlight the architecture of the Library and its pivotal role in the community.

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North Shore Jazz Series: Farah Siraj

Friday, June 20, 7:30 – 8:45 p.m.

Recognized as Jordan’s Musical Ambassadress, Farah Siraj’s music blends the sounds of flamenco, jazz, bossa nova, pop, and Middle Eastern music.

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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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Start Crafting with Creativebug

Tuesday, June 3, 6 – 7 p.m.
Learn how to access video courses on knitting, crocheting, painting, jewellery-making, and more.

West Vancouver’s Journey to Bring the Ambleside Waterfront Back to the Public

Wednesday, June 4, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Join former Councillor and professor emeritus Rod Day for a look at the history of access to the Ambleside waterfront.

Podcasting 101

Saturdays, June 7 and 14,

3 – 4:30 p.m.

This two-part workshop will cover the basics of developing and distributing a podcast.

Spend Saturday Afternoon at the Movies

Saturdays, June 7 and 28, 2 – 4:30 p.m.

Join us for the Bob Dylan biopic The Complete Unknown, then return later in the month for Singing Back the Buffalo in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day.

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Reconciliation Reading Circle: Real Ones by katherena vermette

Sunday, June 8, 3 – 4:15 p.m.

This month, we’re discussing real ones, a story that delves into Indigenous identity and belonging.

Getting Started with LinkedIn Learning

Sunday, June 8, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

This session will show you how to access the platform, find courses, and navigate with confidence.

Arts in the Garden: Nurture

Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Join us for two days of art and music in our stunning rooftop garden, Swáy̓wi Temíxw. Featuring live music, art sales, and a Garden Talk on bird-friendly gardens.

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Threads of a Tail: The Story of a Coast Salish Woolly Dog

Wednesday, June 18, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Tucked away at the Smithsonian for 150 years, the pelt of Mutton—a Coast Salish Woolly Dog—was rediscovered by an amateur archivist. Hear the remarkable story and its cultural legacy from our guest speakers.

Podcaster Meet-Up

Saturday, June 21, 2:30 – 4 p.m.

Are you a local podcaster looking for community? Network with local creators, share tips and tricks, and get inspired.

Introduction to Spring Cycling Maintenance with More Bikes

Sunday, June 29, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Learn basic maintenance, safety tips, and how to keep your bike in top shape all season.

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Featured Events for Kids & Teens

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Summer Reading Club: Registrations Opens on June 2

Summer Reading Club encourages kids from preschool to teens to read for at least 15 minutes a day for 50 days! The best part is... they can read whatever, wherever, and however they want.

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Fun in French! | All Ages

Sundays, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Join us for storytime en français, a fun and engaging program for children of all ages.

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Parks Canada Trip Planning 101 | All Ages

Saturday, June 14, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Join us to learn what you need to pack so you feel prepared for the trip ahead.

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Shred-It: Our Best Year Yet

The Friends want to thank everyone for the support at our recent Shred-it fundraiser. We so appreciated the generosity of those who attended. This was our best year since we first started in 2017... this year, we raised $4,436!

All procedes support Library programs like Reading Link Challenge, Summer Reading Club, the North Shore Writers Festival, and more.

We'd also like to offer a special thank you to all the volunteers who contributed to this event's success.

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Give Monthly, Get a Gift, Empower Young Readers

If you become a new monthly donor today and give $10/month or more, you'll receive a FREE 75th-anniversary book bag!

Help us fill our shelves with Wonderbooks and VOX™ Books, interactive audiobook stories proven to boost confidence and reading skills.

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Phone: (604) 925-7400