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Spanish Conversation Circle: Advanced

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, En Español, Language Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

¿Habla español? Practice speaking Spanish in a group setting, led by a Spanish-speaking volunteer.

This group provides an opportunity for conversation on a wide range of topics of interest to the group members. Group members need not speak completely error-free Spanish, and they may have some gaps in their Spanish vocabulary. However, they should ...

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Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Craft 'n Chat Wednesdays Online

10:00am - 11:00am
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Solo crafting got you down? Drop in weekly for our no-stakes craft sessions! Meetings are informal, and we welcome all projects and skill levels. This is a safe and inclusive space intended for creating and connecting (at a safe distance). This ...

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Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Preschool Storytime: Ages 3–6

10:30am - 11:30am
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy stories, songs, activities, and more for preschoolers and their parents or caregivers.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

English as a Second Language (ESL): Intermediate Class

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Event Details:
Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries. Textbook and materials are provided. Classes are held weekly on Wednesdays, and the public is welcom...

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Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Reflecting Rainbows: LGBTQ+ Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Join us each month for an affirming exploration of true diversity and acceptance. You will engage with a variety of resources related to the LGBTQ+ experience. Participants will be given short reading/viewing/listening materials to review ahead of th...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Toddler Storytime: Ages 18–36 months

10:30am - 11:30am
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Build your child's vocabulary with songs, books, and movement for active toddlers and their parents or caregivers.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Online English Conversation Circle: Intermediate

10:30am - 12:00pm
Online
Waitlist
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by a native-speaking volunteer. This group is intended for students who already speak basic English but want to practice conversation. Only English will be spoken. Meets weekly on Thursdays. ...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

The Craft of Writing: Writing Workshop and Book Group (Hybrid)

10:30am - 12:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group, Class or Workshop, Hybrid
Event Details:
How does one get their story on the page? This workshopping and discussion group will provide an exploration of the craft of writing. We will discuss both published works in a variety of genres (memoir, fiction, and non-fiction) and, for those aspiri...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Build It

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Families
Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY, Games or Fun

Inspire your imagination and develop your STEM skills. You never know what we'll build with: LEGO® bricks, blocks, boxes, or other fun materials.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Thursday Thing

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games or Fun
Event Details:
Come hang out with friends, play games, craft, and chat about your favorite things! Join us every Thursday for a couple hours of low-key fun. Snacks are provided by Friends of Vancouver Community Library. ...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

ASL Conversation Circle: Come Sign with Us

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Learn and practice American Sign Language with a skilled ASL teacher. Learn about deaf culture and history.   To join this online program, you will need a computer, tablet or phone with a camera and microphone. The link to join the ...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Spicy Romance Book Group (Online)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:
A virtual book club for readers 18 and older. Join us for a "heated" discussion on a wide variety of stories that feature romance and spice (mature sexual content) with a focus on diverse books. The monthly pick is Neon Gods by Katee Robert.  ...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Spanish Conversation Circle: Intermediate

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Online
Waitlist
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Meeting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Practice your Spanish-speaking skills with other adults (18+). We help each other learn! Join our facilitated group for intermediate-level Spanish speakers. We will be meeting weekly except for the third Thursday of each month. This group pr...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Toddler Storytime: Ages 18–36 months

10:30am - 11:30am
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Build your child's vocabulary with songs, books, and movement for active toddlers and their parents or caregivers.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Music & Movement

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Games or Fun, Storytime

Enjoy songs, rhymes, rhythm and dance in this active program for children ages 0 to 6 and their parents or caregivers.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Virtual Teen Video Game Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games or Fun
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Teen Video Game Club is a chill place to hang out, play games, and meet new friends! TVGC was created by teens, for teens, and all activities are decided by club members. Each week we meet virtually to discuss video game topics, and to share and play...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Virtual Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens and Teens (Friday Group)

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Online
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games or Fun
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Immerse yourself in a world of adventure! Explore forbidding keeps, ancient ruins and dangerous dungeons. Join your fellow heroes and do battle with monsters while seeking legendary treasures. Whether you are wanting to learn or an experienced player...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

LibraryCon: "Star Wars" Movie and Trivia Night

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Families, Adults
Program Type: Games or Fun, Movie
Event Details:
Put your Star Wars knowledge to the test with a trivia night and stay for a showing of the movie that started it all.  Celebrate Free Comic Book Day this May the Fourth! Comic giveaways will be available at all library locations, with addit...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Saturday Morning Cartoons

10:00am - 12:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games or Fun, Movie
Event Details:
Start your weekend right with some cartoons and cereal Saturday mornings in the Teen Room. ...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

LibraryCon: A Life in Pictures - Creating Graphic Biographies

11:00am - 12:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Speaker or Forum
Event Details:
Explore the creative universe of Taki Soma, a HUGO award-nominated artist, writer, and colorist whose body of work includes titles like Bitch Planet, Dick Tracy, The After Realm, and Iron Man. Join us for a discussion of Taki’s graphic biographies, s...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

LibraryCon: From Fan to Maker with Author David F. Walker

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Families, Adults
Program Type: Author Event, Speaker or Forum
Event Details:
Join us on an inspiring journey alongside Eisner Award-Winning author, David F. Walker, as he shares the story of his evolution from a comic-loving kid to a working comics creator. Delve into his wealth of knowledge and experiences as he encourages f...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Introduction to Sewing Machines: Sew a Tote Bag

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY, Class or Workshop
Event Details:
Learn how to use the library's sewing machines in this introductory class. You will learn how to thread the machine, select stitches, and create a simple project. Space is limited to the first eight participants. Please arrive early to reserv...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Baby Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Introduce your baby to words and reading with books, songs, and play for babies and their parents or caregivers.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Virtual Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition for Grown-Ups

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games or Fun
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Hear ye! Hear ye! All grown-up adventurers! Join our group where you can play RPGs with other adults. Whether you are a long-time aficionado of Role-Playing Games or a newbie, come join us. We will be playing Dungeons & Dragons, 5th Edition. T...

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.