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Bob Prittie Metrotown Events

Thursdays, January 5 to February 9
10:15 am - 11:00 am

Age: Newborn to pre-walkers

Let us welcome you and your new family to the wonderful world of books, rhymes and songs.

Storytimes are 45 minutes long with the first 15 minutes set aside for reading with your baby (books provided!), listening to music, meeting other families and socializing.

No registration required. Come early - spaced is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. Siblings and expectant parents welcome.

Thursdays, January 5 to February 9
11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Age: Newborn to pre-walker

Let us welcome you and your new family to the wonderful world of books, rhymes and songs.

Storytimes are 45 minutes long with the first 15 minutes set aside for reading with your baby (books provided!), listening to music, meeting other families and socializing.

No registration required. Come early - spaced is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. Siblings and expectant parents welcome.

Tuesdays, January 10 to February 14
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm

Age: 3 to 5 years

Stories, singing and more stories!

Storytimes are 45 minutes long with the first 15 minutes set aside for reading together with your toddler (books provided!), listening to music, meeting other families and socializing.

No registration required. Come early - space is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. Siblings welcome.

 

Mondays, January 30 to March 5
10:15 am - 11:00 am

Age: Walkers to 24 months

Clapping, rhyming and singing - perfect for active toddlers.

Storytimes are 45 minutes long with the first 15 minutes set aside for reading together with your toddler (books provided!), listening to music, meeting other families and socializing.

No registration required. Come early - space is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. Siblings welcome

Mondays, January 30 to March 5
11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Age: Walkers to 24 months

Clapping, rhyming and singing - perfect for active toddlers.
Storytimes are 45 minutes long with the first 15 minutes set aside for reading together with your toddler (books provided!), listening to music, meeting other families and socializing.
No registration required. Come early - space is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. Siblings welcome

Monday, February 6, 2012
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This information session is specifically for seniors or near seniors on the Canada Pension Plan (Retirement, Disability, Survivors) as well as the Old Age Security Program (OAS pension, Guaranteed Income Supplement & Allowances). Learn about the New Changes to the Canada Pension Plan.

  • Are you over 60 years of age with low income?
  • Are you over 21 years of age & disabled?
  • Are you a survivor?
  • Did you have children born after 31 Dec 1958?
  • You may qualify for additional benefits from your Canada pension plan and/or the old age security programs

Advanced registration is required. Register online OR call the information desk at 604-436-5400 to register for this Free information event.

Wednesday, February 8
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Are you looking for work or wanting a career change? Come to the library for a free one hour tour of the career and job search materials. Learn about the hidden job market, how to research companies, explore careers, and find employment interview, cover letter and resume resources.

Tours are drop-in with no advance registration.

Fridays, February 3 to February 24 (4 sessions), 1:30pm - 3:30pm
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

A free public workshop with English/Korean translation, presented by Ms. Josephine Waymark, ELSA instructor, and S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Burnaby Settlement Service.  This session will introduce newcomers to the everyday life style and etiquette they will encounter in Canadian culture.

For information and enquiries, contact John Song at (604) 430 - 1899, ext. 103.

Monday, February 13
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Find out about family law in BC. A representative from legal aid will talk about where to go for free public legal information, and will introduce you to helpful publications and websites. Legal aid eligibility and where to go for free legal advice will also be discussed. Please register online, in person at the library, or by calling 604-436-5400.

Tuesday, February 14
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm

Are you, in principle, for or against banning books in certain circumstances? What books, if any, might be banned or severely restricted in Canada? Moderator Randall Mackinnon, IDEASage of mackINNOVATION, has served as president and board member as well as executive, consulting and service staff member for a diverse range of innovative service organizations since 1970. This is a free event. No registration is required.

SFU Continuing Studies

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