Age: Newborns to 18 months.
Join us for Baby Storytime! Songs, tickles, stories and lap games - perfect for little tiny babies!
The first 15 minutes is a time to settle in, look at books with your child, play, and meet other families.
No registration is required but space is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. Siblings welcome.
For more information, call 604-522-3971
Tuesdays, April 7 to May 19
For babies!
Lap bounces, songs, rhymes and fingerplays, for babies and the adults who love them!
The first 15 minutes is set aside for families to settle in, look at books together, and meet other families.
No registration is required. Come early - space is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. Siblings welcome.
For more information, call 604-436-5420.
Tuesdays, March 31 to May 5
Tuesdays, March 31 to April 28
4:15 pm to 5:15 pm
Reading Buddies is a program where teens and children are paired up for reading practice in a safe, fun and friendly environment. The goals of this program are to provide children with extra reading practice and to provide teens with leadership skills and an opportunity to engage with community.
Children must be in grade 2, 3 or 4. Registered children must attend all five sessions.
Registration opens Monday, March 2
Register in person at the Metrotown branch (Children's library) or call us at 604-436-5420.
Build on your basic Excel skills and terminology in two classes.
You’ll learn how to create complex formulas, charts and graphs.
There will be time for individual learning, working in pairs, and practicing your skills.
Prerequisites: experience using computers, and knowledge of basic Excel concepts.
Participants are expected to attend both sessions. Register at the Tommy Douglas Library or call 604-522-3971.
Registration starts Monday, March 2.
Age: walkers to 2 ½ years
Join us for songs, rhymes and stories. Perfect for busy toddlers!
No registration required. Come early - space is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. Siblings welcome.
Wednesdays, April 1 to May 27
For more information, call 604-299-8955.
LinkedIn is a social networking site designed for members to establish professional connections. It is a digital space where employers and job seekers can find each other.
This information session will explore such things as the creation of a profile, the content you’ll find on LinkedIn, and the ways in which you can strengthen your professional network.
Basic computer knowledge is necessary to register.
Please register by phone at: 604-522-3971, or in person at the Tommy Douglas Library.
Registration begins Monday, March 2.
Age: 2 and 3 years.
Singing, dancing, clapping, and reading - perfect for active young children! No registration is required but space is limited. Caregivers must attend with children. All family members welcome!
Wednesdays, April 1 to May 27
For more information, call 604-299-8955.
Learn the basics of word processing. If you have basic computer skills and want to learn how to use a word processor, like Microsoft Word, this course is for you.
Learn how to:
Prerequisite: Experience operating a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
Register online, at any branch, or call 604-436-5400
Take advantage of having the ocean in your backyard! This program will provide an introduction to recreation activities you can enjoy near or on the water and safety precautions to take when participating in coastal adventures. Learn about tides, rip currents, beach environments, coastal weather and personal safety for exploring the awe inspiring west coast.
Register online, call 604-522-3971 or visit any branch.
Practice your English and meet people in a friendly, relaxed environment. Each week a librarian will lead a discussion on a variety of topics. Some knowledge of English is recommended. Free, no registration required.
Wednesdays, April 22, April 29, May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27, June 3, June 10, June 17, June 24.
For more information call 604-436-5400.