Vancouver Public Library

Service Alert: Mount Pleasant Branch will be closed for maintenance from December 2 - 16. The book drop will also be closed. Library items may be returned to any other branch.

🏥 On November 22, 1894, the first St. Paul’s Hospital opened in Vancouver! It started out as a 4-story wooden structure, but has been upgraded and moved several times since 1894. This is how it looked in 1905 📝 VPL5147 A new St. Paul’s will be opening in Vancouver in 2027.

Explore the relationship between love & creative expression by examining poets who use love as their subject or guiding principle and learn techniques for incorporating these themes into your own writing w/ Kyla Jamieson. Nov 28 | 6:30pm | Central Library buff.ly/4hZAE1F

You can still stay on top of your account by: 📖 Visiting your nearest branch in person 💻 Checking your account online at vpl.ca 📞 Calling us at your local branch for assistance

Service Notice: Due to the ongoing Canada Post strike, VPL will temporarily suspend mailing physical hold and overdue notices. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for your patience!

Join us as Zee Zee Theatre Company shines a spotlight on 2SLGBTQ+ voices, challenges stereotypes & promotes dialogue & understanding through personal storytelling & connecting people together. The Rainbow Youth Project Nov 16 + 17 | 1pm | Central Library buff.ly/4hPr9Sh

Is road salt harming salmon? The Still Creek Steamkeepers & other community groups have been collecting data to understand the effects of road salt on local salmon. Hear from researchers about what they’ve discovered on Nov. 27, 6pm, at Renfrew Branch. | buff.ly/3Z1DiMM

Learn how to transform your passion for fashion into inspiration for poetry with Marguerite Pigeon, author of THE ENDLESS GARMENT. New and experienced writers welcome. Writing Workshop: Using Fashion to Inspire Poetry Nov 26 | 6:30 pm | Central Library buff.ly/4hMeS11

Public hearings are often seen as a cornerstone of democracy, but just how effective are they? Join us for a screening of About Here's latest video & a panel conversation w/ host Uytae Lee. The Problem w/ Public Hearings Nov 27 | 6:30pm | Central Library buff.ly/4fcACRT

Service Alert: Champlain Heights Branch will be closed for maintenance starting on November 12, and will re-open on November 23. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Lest we forget 🕯️ On this Remembrance Day, we honour the sacrifices of those who served, through the power of literature.

All VPL locations, except our Carnegie Branch (9:30 am - 9 pm), are closed today (Nov. 11) for Remembrance Day. Our Digital Library is always open: buff.ly/4gKXLMB

Explore the legacy of the Flying Tigers, a heroic group of pilots who fought in China during WW II, followed by a Q&A w/ Emmy Award winner Bill Einreinhofer and VALOR & MEMORY co-producer Min Zhou in English/Mandarin. Dec 12 | 6:30 pm | Central Library buff.ly/3UDzdMf

Improve your basic computer skills and get hands-on practice at these FREE Digital Essentials Workshop sessions at the Central Library: ▪️ Using the Mouse & Keyboard | Nov. 19, 10:30 am ▪️ Creating & Formatting Documents | Nov 26, 1:30 pm Learn more: buff.ly/4hs1Ndj

Though the rain may have eased wildfire concerns, the impacts of wildfires persist. Join artists Liz Toohey-Wiese & Amory Abbott as they discuss their latest work, FIRE SEASON III, w/ John Vaillant (author of FIRE WEATHER). Nov 20 | 7 pm | Central Library buff.ly/3NSe78T

Writers Showcase This November, enjoy a talented line-up of established and emerging writers as they share their work: ⭐ Elen Ghulam ⭐ Donald Goldstein ⭐ Dr. Hande Gürses ⭐ Dr. Melanie Kage Nov 12 | 6:30pm | Central Library | buff.ly/4hoyzf4

Cyber criminals are getting smarter. Learn how to stay safe w/ with tips and practical ways to protect yourself w/ Ritu Gill, an Open Source Intelligence Analyst. New & experienced users welcome. Cybersecurity for All Nov 16 | 2 pm | Central Library | buff.ly/3A0K6jS

Explore the role of cultural institutions in representing people with Chinese ancestry in exhibitions and how cultural institutions are enhancing public engagement with Lynn Chen, Denise Fong, Sarah Ling & Charlie Smith. Nov 15 | 2:30pm | Central Library buff.ly/3YylhUS

Examine how poets incorporate walking into their work and the ties between language/walking through landscapes w/ Kyla Jamieson & Hua Xi. Workshop: Poems Made by Walking Nov 12 | 1pm | CentralLibrary Watch online: buff.ly/4hg82kf Attend in-person: buff.ly/40BdWq7

All VPL locations, except our Carnegie Branch, will be closed for Remembrance Day on Monday, Nov. 11. Check the weekend hours of your library here: buff.ly/3Y6Fy4Y