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North Shore Writers Festival April 24-26, 2025
This Fall's Big Ideas Speakers
Chief Dr. Janice George 
Friday, September 26
7 – 8:30 p.m. 
Learn about how traditional weaving serves as a living practice of cultural preservation, healing, and intergenerational knowledge.
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Douglas Coupland
Friday, October 3
7 – 8:30 p.m. 
Hear Canadian novelist, designer, and visual artist Douglas Coupland in conversation with author and journalist Marsha Lederman.
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The Library Foundation's Fall Fundraiser: On Sale Now!
Tickets are on sale now for Remembering the Early Years: A 75th Anniversary Fundraiser. Join the Library Foundation on Friday, November 7 to hear the compelling story of the Library's beginnings in the 1920s, 30s, and 40s against a backdrop of music by Piano Heist.
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BC Libraries Present
BC Libraries Present is a virtual author series that brings exciting conversations to library users in every corner of BC. Hear from exciting authors like Carol Off, Alex Neve, and Cory Doctorow.
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Holiday Hours
The Library will be closed on Monday, October 13 for Thanksgiving.
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
 
Find a great deal on adult fiction and non-fiction titles on Saturday, October 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Cash only.
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Resource: Emergency Preparedness
 
October 16 is the Great BC Shakeout. Be emergency-ready with our recommended resources on understanding the risks in your area, creating a household emergency plan, building an emergency kit, and more.
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Featured Art & Music Events 

Our Library in LEGO®: A 75th Anniversary Creation

Wednesday, October 8, 6 – 7 p.m. 

To celebrate our 75th anniversary, we've commissioned a model of our very own Library! In this lecture, LEGO master and artist Paul Hetherington will share his inspiration and process.
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Music Talks: Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, and Gordon Lightfoot

Thursdays, October 30 – December 4

In this six-part music lecture series, songwriter and composer John Mitchell delves into the lives and legacies of Canadian icons Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, and Gordon Lightfoot.
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Friday Night Concert: Payadora Ensemble

Friday, October 31, 7:30 – 8:45 p.m. 

Payadora Ensemble is an award-winning group that blends the passion of Argentinian tango with the soul of Uruguayan folk and the sophistication of contemporary jazz.

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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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Sound Artist Talks with Dr. Liam Hockley
Thursday, October 2, 6 – 7:30 p.m.  
Explore the creative use of recording technology from the 1940s to the present day through this guided listening session. 
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Recording Acoustic Instruments with the Sound Artist in Residence

Saturday, October 4, 3 – 4:30 p.m.

Fingerpicking with no pickup? Pick up some recording tips from the Library’s 2025 Sound Artist in Residence, Dr. Liam Hockley!
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Editing Short Videos with Canva
Monday, October 6, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. 
Unlock your creativity with Canva video editing! This fun, beginner-friendly program shows you how to design and edit videos that stand out—perfect for social media, work, or personal projects.
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Tech Talk: Become a Recycling Champion!
Monday, October 20, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Get tips from Melanie Mewhort on creating less waste in your home, before resorting to sorting your waste for recycling or disposal. 
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The Mighty Fraser River: a Climate Cafe with Ocean Ambassadors

Tuesday, October 21, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Join Corinne Taylor from Ocean Ambassadors for a discussion around the health and management of the mighty Fraser River.

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Emergency Preparedness 101 [English or Farsi]
Tuesday, October 21 and Wednesday, October 22, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Learn about the hazards on the North Shore, what goes into making an emergency plan, and how to make an emergency kit or grab-and-go bag. 
In English
In Farsi
The Art of Visible Mending led by Our Social Fabric

Wednesday, October 29, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Learn how to give your favourite clothing new life by adding patches, embroidery thread, or yarn to a tear or hole in a well-loved garment.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Let’s Talk about Breast and Cervix Health

Thursday, October 30, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Join BC Cancer’s health promotion team for an interactive session on cancer screening and prevention. 
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Featured Events for Kids & Teens

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Create Your Own Fantasy Map | Grades 6-7

Wednesday, October 1, 3:45 – 5 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to create your own fantasy world? Join us in The Lab for some epic map-making fun!

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Sing Along with Katie | All Ages

Saturday, October 4, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Sing, dance, move, and clap with Katie! Her fun and catchy tunes will have you moving and grooving in no time.
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Mix a Song | Grades 6-7

Saturday, October 18, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. 

Get your groove on! Work with friends as you learn how to mix instrument samples in Ableton Live and produce the next chart-topper.

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Celebrate Diwali: A Festival of Light | All Ages

Saturday, October 18, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Learn about India’s largest festival through stories, yoga, dance, and crafts.

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Halloween Programs

From puppet shows for pre-schoolers to escape rooms for grade schoolers, there are many opportunities for you to get spooky at the Library this October! 

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Book Sale: October 4
We hope you'll join us for our Book Sale on Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Main Hall!
 
Find a great deal on adult fiction and non-fiction titles. Everything is 50 cents! Bring your own bag and fill it for $5. Cash only.
 
All proceeds go towards Library programs like Summer Reading Club, the North Shore Writers Festival, and more.
 
We appreciate your continued support.
More about the Friends
Fundraiser announcement
Did you know that the West Vancouver Memorial Library was founded because of a community movement? Because a devoted group of volunteers shared a belief that libraries are places of learning that are open and welcoming to all?
 
Join us on November 7 to celebrate this effort, recognize how much this library has delivered over the last 75 years, and contribute to its continued success. 
 
You’ll hear the compelling story of the library’s beginnings in the 1920s, 30s, and 40s, against a backdrop of music by Piano Heist’s Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin.
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