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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jun-Aug
2025
East of the Sun and West of the Moon: Folktales from the Far East
Age Group:
Kids,
Tweens
Program Type:
Performance or Celebration
Event Details:
Mukashi, mukashi! Journey to the Far East with storyteller Alton Takiyama-Chung as he brings to life folktales from across Asia—timeless stories of adventure, wisdom, and wonder. altonchung.com
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jun-Aug
2025
Age Group:
Kids,
Tweens
Program Type:
Summer at Your Library,
Arts/Crafts/DIY,
Performance or Celebration
Event Details:
Blast off into creativity! Join Yuki Martin and fold along as you create origami figures inspired by space. https://yukiorigami.com
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jun-Aug
2025
Virtual Visit to Wolf Haven
Age Group:
Kids,
Tweens
Program Type:
Performance or Celebration
Event Details:
Take a virtual journey through the sanctuary, discover unique skull adaptations of Pacific Northwest mammals, and explore the blooming beauty of the Mima mound prairie. wolfhaven.org
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Babies & Toddlers
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Aug
11
2025
Mon
Baby Storytime: Ages 0–18 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 babies, toddlers and their parents or caregivers. For 0–36 months. Cuentos para bebés y niños pequeños: de 0 a 36 meses Amplíe el vocabulario de su hijo con canciones, libros y movimiento para niños pequeños activos y sus padres o cuidadores.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Babies & Toddlers
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Baby Storytime: Ages 0–18 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 babies, toddlers and their parents or caregivers. For 0–36 months. Cuentos para bebés y niños pequeños: de 0 a 36 meses Amplíe el vocabulario de su hijo con canciones, libros y movimiento para niños pequeños activos y sus padres o cuidadores.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschoolers
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Family Storytime
10:30am–11:30am
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschoolers
Program Type:
Storytime
Listen to stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities with your parents or caregivers. For ages 0–5. Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés. Para niños de 0 a 5 años.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Babies & Toddlers
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
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. For ages 18–36 months. Cuentos para niños pequeños: de 18 a 36 meses Amplíe el vocabulario de su hijo con canciones, libros y movimiento para niños pequeños activos y sus padres o cuidadores.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Kids,
Tweens
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Science + Stories = Science Heroes
2:30pm–3:15pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Columbia Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Tweens
Program Type:
Summer at Your Library,
Games or Fun,
Presenter or Speaker,
STEM/Technology
Event Details:
Join the Science Heroes on a mission! Explore the science all around us with exciting experiments and interactive stories. https://www.thescienceheroes.com/
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
English as a Second Language (ESL): Beginner Class
3:00pm–5:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Skamania 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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Kids,
Tweens
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Kids & Tweens Create
3:30pm–5:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts/DIY,
Games or Fun
Drop in for creative and interactive projects. Use your imagination, stretch your creativity or practice a new artistic skill. For ages 5–12.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
Kids
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Kids Read to a Dog
3:00pm–5:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Storytime
Build reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog.
For ages 5–9.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Art of Henna with Roving Horse Henna
3:30pm–5:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Columbia Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Summer at Your Library,
Games or Fun,
Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:
Ever wondered about the beautiful designs you see in henna art? Join Roving Horse Henna to explore the history, culture, and science behind henna. Plus, everyone gets a beautiful henna adornment and aftercare tips!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Kids,
Tweens
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Kids & Tweens Build It
3:30pm–5:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Tweens
Program Type:
Games or Fun,
STEM/Technology
Event Details:
Inspire your imagination and develop your STEM skills. You never know what we'll build with: LEGO® bricks, blocks, boxes, or other fun materials.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Adult English Conversation Circle
3:00pm–4:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Klickitat Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Class or Workshop,
Language Learning
Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer. For adults 18+ To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to: - Introduce yourself
- Discuss topics related to your life
- Express ideas and ask simple questions
- Follow discussions on a variety of topics
- Confidently participate in the discussion
You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes. Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante. Para mayores de 18 años. Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder: - Presentarse
- Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
- Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
- Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
- Participar con confianza en el debate
No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas. ¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Teen Hangout
3:00pm–5:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Teen Central
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts/DIY,
Games or Fun
Come hang out with friends, play games, craft, and chat about your favorite things! For ages 13–19.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Adult Drop-In Tech Help
4:30pm–6:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Creative Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
STEM/Technology
Event Details:
Bring your device and your questions to meet with a staff member to get basic tech help and find answers to your questions about your mobile device, e-reader, websites, and more. For Adults 18+
For a 15 minute appointment, a registration sheet will be placed on the Creative Classroom door 30 minutes before start time.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Tweens,
Teens
Online
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games or Fun
Event Details:
Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. For ages 9–19.
Whether you are wanting to learn or an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons. This 12 week-long season will play through the Sunless Citadel adventure.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Teen Magic the Gathering Social Club
4:00pm–6:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Teen Central
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games or Fun
Join us for open game play of Magic the Gathering. Decks will be provided, or bring your own. Cards are provided through a generous donation from the non-profit magikids.org.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Adventures in Art: Abstract Self Portraits
4:30pm–6:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Creative Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts/DIY
Event Details:
Adventures in Art is a monthly program for adults to make art using different media. We will make space for exploration, observation, discovery, and joy. No experience needed, all materials provided.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
Kids
Online
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Kids" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Book Group
Event Details:
Are you ready for chapter books? Grab an adult to join you and come ready to discuss, have fun and make new friends. For ages 5–9. Limited copies are available on a first come, first serve basis at the library.
In August we'll be discussing The
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Teen Hangout
4:30pm–6:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Teen Central
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts/DIY,
Games or Fun
Come hang out with friends, play games, craft, and chat about your favorite things! For ages 13–19.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group
Tweens
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Tween Hangout
4:00pm–5:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts/DIY,
Games or Fun
Come hang out with friends, play games, craft, and chat about your favorite things! For ages 9–12.
Note
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Tweens,
Teens
Online
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug
15
2025
Fri
Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games or Fun
Event Details:
Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. For ages 9–19.
Whether you are wanting to learn or an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons. This 12 week-long season will play through the Sunless Citadel adventure.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
16
2025
Sat
Financial Literacy: Investing Basics 1
4:30pm–5:30pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Columbia Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Class or Workshop,
Hybrid (in-person and online),
Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:
Come to the first of two sessions to learn Investing Basics with Financial Advisor Ida West. This session will go over:
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Shut Up & Write!®
5:15pm–6:45pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Klickitat Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Hybrid (in-person and online),
Meeting
Event Details:
Join us each week for a writing group open to all levels and genres. Meet other writers in the area and write together. No sharing or critique required—just a safe, welcoming, shared creative space.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Adult English Conversation Circle at Fourth Plain Commons
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Class or Workshop,
Language Learning,
Outreach
Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer. For adults 18+ To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to: - Introduce yourself
- Discuss topics related to your life
- Express ideas and ask simple questions
- Follow discussions on a variety of topics
- Confidently participate in the discussion
You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes. Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante. Para mayores de 18 años. Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder: - Presentarse
- Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
- Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
- Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
- Participar con confianza en el debate
No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas. ¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Online
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
12
2025
Tue
Adult ASL Conversation Circle
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Class or Workshop,
Language Learning
Event Details:
Practice signing American Sign Language (ASL) in a group setting, led by a fluent ASL signer. For adults 18+ To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to: - Introduce yourself
- Discuss topics related to your life
- Express ideas and ask simple questions
- Follow discussions on a variety of topics
- Confidently participate in the discussion
You do not need to converse completely error-free in ASL and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes. Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources
The link to join the event will be emailed to registrants. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a camera and microphone.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Online
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
13
2025
Wed
Board Game Social Club: Online
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games or Fun
Event Details:
Learn to play popular games using Board Game Arena. We welcome beginning and experienced players.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Aug
14
2025
Thu
Adult Book Group
6:00pm–7:00pm
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch:
Vancouver Community Library
Room:
Skamania Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Group,
Hybrid (in-person and online)
Event Details:
Join us for a lively discussion about this month’s title. For adults 18+ Limited copies are available on a first come, first serve basis at the library. You can also check the Libby App from Overdrive for the eBook or eAudio.
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