Virtual Spring Break programs, Norooz celebrations, and more: What's on at Your Library

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Virtual Spring Break Programs

Our Youth and Technology librarians have put together an exciting two weeks of Zoom sessions on coding, creative writing, raptors, bees, and more!

Registration is open now at wvml.ca/springbreak.

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Climate Writer in Residence

Read the latest from Katłįà (Catherine) Lafferty in the Climate Blog on our website. Katłįà is sharing her writing on the climate crisis each week throughout her residency.

Upcoming Virtual Events

Read Green: Indigenomics
Wednesday, March 30, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Monique Gray Smith in Conversation with Katłįà Lafferty
Saturday, April 2, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

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Norooz Pirooz!

Celebrate Persian New Year at the Library! Enjoy ambient live music for Norooz and visit our haft-seen table in the Main Hall after March 12. Plus, watch Fun in Farsi Storytime: Celebrate Norooz! starting Wednesday, March 16, at 10 a.m.

Winter Staff Picks

The latest edition of Staff Picks is here! Pick up a copy at the Library or browse online.

Hours Update

We're extending our weekend hours!

Starting March 1, we will be open as usual 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, and 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. We will be open Sundays year round—no more summer Sunday closures!

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Featured Art & Music Events

Visit the Art Gallery

West Bay Elementary Art Exhibit

February 18 – April 7
Inspired by the work of former West Vancouver artist B.C. Binning and historical newspaper advertisements from the Chinese Times, students explore different ways to sketch landscape and place with pen, ink, and pencil.

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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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Mac Essentials

Wednesday, March 2, 2 – 3 p.m.
Discover the full potential of all your Mac computer has to offer! Join us for a full overview of Mac features.

Dial-A-Story: A Phone in Program for Adults

Thursdays, March 3 – 24, 2 – 3 p.m.
Would you or someone you know like to connect to a Library storytelling program by telephone? Join us to hear volunteers read stories and poems, then discuss what you have heard!

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Getting Started with Mason Bees

Thursday, March 3, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Learn how to raise native mason bees in your community garden, backyard, or apartment balcony!

Photobook Workshop

Tuesday, March 8, 10 – 11 a.m.
Learn how to create a personalized photobook online during this virtual photobook workshop.

Ebooks and More with Libby

Friday, March 18, 3 – 3:30 p.m.
Learn how to access ebooks and audiobooks on your mobile device using the free Libby app.

Wildlife Weekends in Southern British Columbia

Thursday, March 24, 7 – 8:45 p.m.
Join professor, author, and naturalist Roy Jantzen for a series of stories gathered from his research and writing of his latest book.

Movies and More with Kanopy

Friday, March 25, 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Learn how you can access movies, television shows, documentaries, and courses online with Kanopy.

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Featured Events for Kids & Teen

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Booktopia: In Conversation with Kate DiCamillo

Thursday, March 3, 1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
Learn the inspiration for Kate DiCamillo's beloved, classic books, get writing tips, and receive reflections on her latest novel, The Beatryce Prophecy.

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Kids Storytime | Ages 5 – 8

Monday, March 14, 2 – 2:45 p.m.
Join us for a chance for school aged kids and their families to hear stories, sing songs, learn new rhymes, and have fun.

All About Raptors | Ages 5+

Wednesday, March 16, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Learn about OWL (Orphaned Wildlife) and the raptors that call British Columbia home.

Family Build a Mason Bee House Workshop | Ages 7 – 12

Thursday, March 17, 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Learn all about these solitary, stingless polinators and build a simple mason bee house with a free kit from the Library.

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Friends of the Library

While the Friends' ongoing activities have been impacted by COVID-19, so too has membership.

The Friends rely on membership support to continue meeting the financial commitments to special projects for the Library.

For $10, you can become a member. There are membership applications and renewal forms on the Book Cart, and Library staff can help you with your payment. Please make cheques payable to Friends of the West Vancouver Memorial Library.

More about the Friends

WVML Foundation

The WVML Foundation is seeking Board Members for 2022!

The hardworking volunteer Board of Directors is responsible for fundraising and stewarding the Foundation's assets.

We invite applications, especially from those with legal, fundraising, or financial/accounting experience. The Foundation is committed to having representation and involvement of all cultures on the Board.

Questions can be directed to secretary@wvmlf.ca.

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