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At our next Seniors' Gathering, we'll have an interactive workshop presented by BEST Mobility that will help you navigate public transit, explore transportation options, and plan your trips safely and effectively. May 12, 10 a.m. buff.ly/hvEWe2G

Tweens in grades 5 to 7, celebrate the end of the school year with a fun, sugar-fueled event planned by your Tween Advisory Group. Join us to decorate a doughnut, listen to music, hang out, and play doughnut games! May 19, 3:30 p.m. buff.ly/mTVrY2U

Although the year is nearly half over, planting season isn’t! There are lots of seeds that can still be planted. Visit our seed library page for more info on borrowing and planting seeds, or to upload your garden photos! buff.ly/IxNEn2O

Today is National Child & Youth Mental Health Day. Sitting down and reading a book with your kiddo is a great way to connect about BIG topics in little ways. Stop by our Children’s Department to check out our collection of books on 𝒻𝑒𝑒𝓁𝒾𝓃𝑔𝓈 (っ◔◡◔)っ

Need some help using your laptoap? We have help sessions where you can work with a TechConnect staff member and fellow participants in exploring the full potential of your device. Windows laptops on May 12 & 26, and Mac laptops on May 19. 9:30 a.m. buff.ly/l8uDDYU

Today we recognize Red Dress Day. We honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people, and families carrying this loss. Visit our display to pause, reflect, and learn from resources for awareness and remembrance. #reddressday

Join us May 16, 11 a.m. – noon for our Spring Collage Party where we’ll turn magazines and other salvaged items into original artworks. All supplies will be provided. Registration is not required. Open to all ages. See you there, artistes! 🎨 buff.ly/PgfYpu6

Join us for a session on wayfinding! This intro course will cover using Google Maps while traveling on Translink buses, the Skytrain, and the SeaBus. We'll also talk about EVO's new bike share program. May 15, 10:30 a.m. buff.ly/zxalN8X

Whether find yourself walking on a sandy beach, or stuck on a hot commute, May the 4th be with you this fine #StarWarsDay! #MayThe4th #CityLibrary #NorthShore

Gather with fellow seniors each month at the library for our Seniors' Gathering program. This month's session will focus on public transit — learn how to explore transportation options and plan your trips safely and effectively. buff.ly/4y5XDKN

In our "Make a vegetable garden" craft session, we'll decorate paper plates or egg cartons to make a vegetable patch. Participants will also hear about the seed library and learn some gardening tips. For kids aged 5–10. Drop-in. May 11, 3:15 p.m. buff.ly/pgM6GES

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for our annual Police Week celebration! 📅 May 13, 2026 🕙 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 📍 North Van RCMP Detachment, 147 East 14th Street Bring your family to meet our officers, civilian staff, partners, and volunteers who proudly serve the North Shore. Enjoy a full day of fun including a live band, kids activities, swag bags, RCMP Pipe Band, police and fire demonstrations, fundraising, and interactive displays. We would love to see you there!

Teens in grades 9–11, join career counsellor Stephanie Jansen for "Find your pathway", a workshop in career exploration. Read more and register at buff.ly/FJ7tzXi

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 3 to 9! This year’s provincial theme, “In it together,” highlights the importance of community connection in responding to emergencies. Events and public sessions happening on the North Shore can be found at: buff.ly/pS3YFeU

Applications for the 2026-2027 North Shore Authors Collection are now OPEN! Apply by June 30. Learn more: northshoreauthorscollection.com

Are you interested in working on your writing projects in the company of other writers? Join our silent writing group, Saturdays May 2, 16, June 6 & 20. The sessions will be a mix of group discussion and silent writing time. buff.ly/UR3qebH

Need help using your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or e-reader? Bring your device and your questions, and drop by the library for one-on-one assistance from our tech staff. Mondays at 2 p.m. in English, and Thursdays at 2 p.m. in Farsi: buff.ly/cgYnzSF

Have a sewing project? Drop in to our open sewing studio, April 30, 5 – 8 p.m. Bring your own materials and we'll provide sewing machines and other sewing tools such as sewing shears, chalk, and more. Read more: buff.ly/jTdUMlN

Join us April 29 at 7 p.m. for a session on emergency preparedness. With the help of a volunteer from North Shore Emergency Management, participants will begin building their own emergency plan. Read more and register: buff.ly/PcecF3D

Post-secondary planning can feel overwhelming with so many possibilities in front of you. Join career counsellor Stephanie Jansen in this hands-on workshop for teens, to get organized early. Register at nvcl.ca/calendar. @sd44