Eugene Emeralds at Vancouver Canadians
MiLB High-A: Eugene Emeralds at Vancouver Canadians at Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium
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Baby Stay & Play
Drop in for independent playtime with your baby and a chance to connect with other families. Explore library books, blocks and other toys in this casual, self-led session. For ages birth – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have...
Travel Stories: Page and Pavement 在路上: 讀書與旅行
Conducted in Mandarin with Cantonese support. Take a journey with us as we explore the beauty of the world both on the road and on the page. Let's share favourite travel experiences and books about the places you've been or dream of visiting. Each month, we will focus on a specific destination, but.
Twisted Poets Literary Salon
Experience poetry in a variety of expressions and modes at Twisted Poets Literary Salon. Featuring poetry readings and an open mic, there is something for everyone. In partnership with Pandora's Collective .
ESL Conversation Practice
Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. This is a drop-in program. For intermediate speakers. VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not.
Babytime
Rhymes, songs, bounces, fingerplays and stories for parents and caregivers with their babies. Recommended for newborns to approximately 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here, please.
Slice of Life Gallery & Gift Shop
8 pinball/arcade machines. OPEN 10am-10pm DAILY 25 cent EMs and $1 for all other games! Machines are through the “Slice of Life” gallery in a space called “Next Door”.
Rogers Arena
Community venue · Vancouver
LEGO® Block Party
Come to the library for some LEGO ® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. For Grades K-7. Drop-in. Accessibility...
Golden Knights vs. Vancouver Canucks
NHL: Golden Knights vs. Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena
Hillsboro Hops at Vancouver Canadians
MiLB High-A: Hillsboro Hops at Vancouver Canadians at Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium
Family Storytime
A program for parents and caregivers with young children. Songs, rhymes and stories are shared. Suitable for children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have..
Everett AquaSox at Vancouver Canadians
MiLB High-A: Everett AquaSox at Vancouver Canadians at Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium
Biltmore Cabaret
1 pinball/arcade machine. Biltmore Cabaret is a multi-purpose music and entertainment venue. All machines are $2 a play/$3 for 2.
STEM Explorers
Connect with other kids and families over the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)! Play and experiment with the library’s STEM toys like Ozobots, Snap Circuits and Picasso Tiles. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program ...
Greta Bar YVR
3 pinball/arcade machines. Forces you to buy a minimum of $11 on a game card. Machines are poorly maintained. This is a bad place to play pinball.
Vancouver Life Salon in Chinese 溫哥華生活沙龍
Welcome to Vancouver! In this salon we explore various aspects of life in Vancouver: socio-cultural, political, economic, environmental, leisure and wellness. Each month we select a theme for open discussion, creating an exclusive, diverse and respectful space for conversation and sharing. The...
Royal Canadian Legion 142 West Point Grey
1 pinball/arcade machine. One of Western Canada’s oldest Legions, est 1934. Pool Tables, Darts, Shuffle Board, Silver Strike Bowling and Pinball. Cheap Beer and warm atmosphere. $5 entry for non-members
Intro to Indian Classical Dance: Odissi with Sudhesna Mohapatra
Have you ever experienced the history and artistry of Indian Classical Dance? Come learn about this culture of movement with the Indian Classical Music Society of Vancouver and Aṣṭa Alliance ! Our first program in this ongoing workshop series will feature the classical dance form Odissi presented...
Opera Adventures: La Bohème
Why do we love to cry at the theatre? What is it about tragedy that keeps us coming back again and again? And what is it about La Bohème that serves it up on a sublimely sorrowful platter? Perhaps it’s nostalgia for something we’ve never known, the pull of a passionate love story, or maybe the...
Interview Skills Workshop
Gain the skills and confidence to land the job you want in this interview skills workshop. You will learn practical tips on how to make a powerful first impression, answer tough questions with ease, and showcase your strengths like a pro. In partnership with WorkBC Centre Vancouver South...
Tri-City Dust Devils at Vancouver Canadians
MiLB High-A: Tri-City Dust Devils at Vancouver Canadians at Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium
PAWS 4 Stories
Children can practice read-aloud skills in 15-minute, one-on-one sessions with a therapy dog and their human companion. Parents and caregivers should be present during the program. Registration is required. Space is limited. Please phone the branch at 604.665.3962 to register. For Grades K-7....
Birding Workshop with the Stanley Park Ecology Society
Join us for an introduction to birding with Stanley Park Ecology Society and learn how to get started seeing birds in Vancouver! Find out where to watch birds around town and how to get connected to the local birding community.This program will include an outdoor excursion from Dunbar branch to...
Intro to Vietnamese Music: Flutes of Vietnam
Have you ever heard the sáo trúc or one of Khắc Chi's invented Vietnamese flutes? Come experience some of the unique wind instruments of Vietnam in the final program in our series of workshops on traditional Vietnamese music presented in collaboration with the Southeast Asian Cultural Heritage...
Tech Help
Need help using your computer, tablet, smartphone, or e-reader? Do you have questions about using social media or the Internet? Bring your device and get help with your technology questions from library staff. No registration required.
Teen Art Hive
Meet other teen artists, discuss creative projects and exchange ideas at this weekly in-person meet-up. Get your creative juices flowing with art prompts, explore new media using our supplies, and learn new techniques from guest artists! For teens aged 13-18. Drop in. All supplies provided....
Connection to Kith and Kin
Knowing where we come from connects us to land and culture, and empowers us to make changes. At Connection to Kith and Kin, experts help Indigenous participants search online records for family documents. Searching can be an emotional experience. The Indian Residential School Survivors Society has..
Wednesday Night at the Movies: Awakenings (1990)
Join us for free movies on our big screen every other Wednesday evening! This week's movie : Awakenings Based on the true story of Dr. Oliver Sacks, it details his experimentation with the drug L-dopa which inspired the 'awakening' of a number of catatonic patients, some of whom had been sleeping...
The Library Square Pub
10 pinball/arcade machines. Monday to Sunday 11:00am to midnight. League nights every Tuesday at 7:00pm. $10 entry.
AC Legal Services
Need legal help? Volunteers from Amici Curiae Friends of Court are available for free, confidential appointments to help anyone complete legal paperwork. No personal advice provided. Kailangan mo ba ng legal na tulong? Tutulungan namin kayo ng aming boluntaryo makatanggap ng kumpidensyal na...
Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium
Community venue · Vancouver
Community Resource Support
Are you looking for support with accessing resources, services, or programs related to mental and/or physical health, income and finances, housing, or legal resources? Meet one-on-one with a peer (a trained individual with lived experience) and receive free help with applications and paperwork,...
Board Games Social for Adults
Interested in meeting other game enthusiasts in the neighbourhood? Connect with friends or make new ones over board games at the library! Bring your own, or select something from our game collection: Carcassone, CATAN, Sushi Go, Ticket to Ride and many more. Players of all levels are welcome! For...
STEAM Buddies
Explore the world of STEAM and take on fun challenges with a teen buddy! Each week we’ll discover a different aspect of STEAM using LEGO, Osmos, Spheros, and more. For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. Program-specific accessibility...
Will Preparation Basics
Are you interested in learning more about will preparation? In this session, we will cover the basics involved in preparing a will, and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. This workshop outlines the basics of will preparation, key elements to include, and the benefits of..
Cut & Paste: Collage Workshop
Interested in collage crafting? This is a relaxed environment for you to dream up and create your own collage art. There will be tips, prompts and many magazines to choose from. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we..
Word Whips
Take the challenge! Participants are given 15 minutes to write to a prompt and the opportunity to share their work with the group. Come see what you can whip up! Writers of all levels are welcome. In partnership with Pandora's Collective .
Coming Full Circle: History and Impacts of Residential Schools
This workshop offers an honest and compassionate exploration of the history and lasting impacts of residential schools in Canada. Together, we will review why Indigenous children were forcibly taken into these institutions, uncover what truly happened to survivors and to those who never made it...
Let's Talk Humanities: Mining, AI, and Warfare
The global race for critical minerals is on, and leaders across the world argue that they’re essential for the clean energy transition and our digital future. A similar race is happening with artificial intelligence (AI). But is there a darker side to critical minerals and AI that most of us are...
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