Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.
Thursdays, May 16, 2024 - Jun 20, 2024
11:00am
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Nos dernières sessions avant la pause d'été! Veuillez nous joindre le 3e jeudi de chaque mois pour des rencontres conviviales afin de discuter des livres de langue française.
Quand vous vous inscrivez, nous vous réservons une copie du livre - pas besoin de le commander vous-même, à moins que vous préférez apprécier le titre dans un autre format. Au plaisir de vous voir!
Tuesdays, May 21, 2024 - Jun 18, 2024
1:30pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
All aboard for the final leg of our tour around the world, with Sweden, Nigeria, and Spain! Join us the third Tuesday of each month where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.
When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format. This is the last chance to get your Reader's Passport stamped before the summer!
Thursdays, May 23, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024
7:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Our final book club sessions before the summer break!
Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books. Everything from non-fiction to fantasy to gentle reads, there's something for everyone - and you may find a new genre that appeals to you!
When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format.
For June, we'll be having a BYOB party... Bring Your Own Book Party, that is! Whether it be an old favourite, or something new and amazing that recently crossed your path, we want to see what you recommend everyone should read and hear why you loved it. A list of the recommended titles will appear on the website after the event.
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. First Thursday of every month. New members welcome.
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
2:00pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us for discussions on the first Thursday of every month from 2 to 3 p.m.
January 11 : Bloomsbury Girls by Natalie Jenner (Note the date change)
February 1: Horse by Geraldine Brooks
March 7: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
April 4: The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
May 2: Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls
June 6: The Night Portrait by Laura Morelli
All meetings are scent-free.
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
2:30pm
120 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere. All are welcome! Drop-in program.
This group meets the first Thursday of the month 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
January 4 "Beloved" by Toni Morrison
February 1 "Lady Tan's Circle" by Lisa See
March 7 "Wrong Place, Wrong Time" by Gillian McAllister
April 4 "Talking to Canadians" by Rick Mercer
May 2 "The Buried Giant" by Kazuo Ishiguro
June 6 "The Mistress of Nothing" by Kate Pullinger
Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
6:30pm
60 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Everyone is welcome to join Vernon’s book club!
Visit with your friends and neighbours to discuss great books.
First Thursday of the month
January 4th, February 1st, March 7th, April 4th, May 2nd & June 6th
6:30pm-7:30pm
January – Haven by Emma Donoghue
February – Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney
March – All You Can Ever Know by Nicole Chung
April - The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer
May – Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika Jaouad
Books will be available at the Vernon branch service hub.
Fridays, May 03, 2024 - Jun 07, 2024
1:30pm
90 minutes
2 sessions remaining
Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere at the Hazeldean Library. Join us for discussion on the first Friday of every month.
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
“Atonement” by Ian McEwan (Fiction)
DECEMBER 1, 2023
“When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing”by Daniel Pink (Non-Fiction)
NO MEETING IN JANUARY
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
“Washington Black” by Esi Erdugan (Canadian-Fiction)
MARCH 1, 2024
“Five Little Indians” by Michelle Good (Canadian-Fiction)
APRIL 5, 2024
“Rules of Civility” by Amor Towles (Fiction)
MAY 3, 2024
“The Vanishing Half” by Britt Bennett (Fiction)
June 7, 2024
“Full Disclosure” by Beverley McLachlin (Canadian-Mystery)
Saturday May 04, 2024 at 10:00am
135 minutes
The program aims to help children practice and improve their reading skills! Children will receive individualized reading help and encouragement. Ages 6-12. Online Registration Required / Ce programme contribue au développement de la lecture chez les jeunes en favorisant l'accompagnement comme moyen privilégié d'apprentissage et de partage. Pour les 6-12 ans. Inscription en ligne requise
Step 1. Register for program / Étape 1: S'inscrire au programme.
Step 2. You will be added to the wait list. / Étape 2: Vous serez ajouté à la liste d'attente.
Step 3. An employee will contact you to complete the registration. / Étape 3: Un employé communiquera avec vous pour compléter l'enregistrement.
Saturday May 04, 2024 at 1:30pm
60 minutes
Ages 6 - 12 years old (we will have crafts for younger siblings too).
Learn to speak Wookie (or Wookie sounds): make your own loyal Droid Cubecraft; test a saber in dual circle; complete a scavenger hunt; learn the planets in the Star Wars universe; fly your plane through the death star and knock down some Stormtroopers. For the younger ones: make a Chewbacca puppet and a yoda or lei bun headband. Origami Yoda awaits you! (yes, we have to say it: May the 4th be with you!).
Please register.